Yeltsin Builds Narrow Lead In Russia Presidential Race
In Moscow 72 percent of votes counted shows Yeltsin at 34 percent and Zyuganov at 32 percent with Lebed in third at 15 percent. Runoff appears likely with Lebed’s stance seen as potentially decisive amid a bitter, changeridden campaign and volatile public mood.
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White House accused in Whitewater obstruction draft
A GOP draft report on Whitewater alleges senior Clinton administration officials tried to hinder investigations to shield the president and first lady. It questions briefing of Gov Tucker and cites Hillary Clinton's alleged role in guarding Foster papers, drawing White House denials.
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GOP weighs Medicaid flexibility amid welfare reform
Washington AP House Republican leaders weigh separating welfare overhaul from Medicaid block grant plan to give governors more flexibility. Leader Dick Armey says discussions will be resolved with new Senate leadership. White House calls linkage a poison pill, Clinton administration seeks federally guaranteed coverage for poor children and disabled.
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Police seek truck driver image after Manchester blast
Security camera at a Manchester shopping center may identify the explosives truck used in the attack that injured more than 200. Investigators study footage of the 7 1/2 ton vehicle and search for the driver two hours before Saturday's explosion. Police released a picture of the truck and urged tips from the public. The Sun cited a man who claimed to sell the truck for cash on Friday. Police and officials blame the Irish Republican Army for the blast, which followed Sinn Fein’s exclusion from peace talks. Sixteen remain hospitalized recovering from shard injuries as shoppers filled streets after the explosion.
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Colleges test optional to diversify admissions
SELIIS GROVE, Pa. AP Susquehanna University and Muhlenberg College are among small schools allowing applicants to submit a graded writing sample or interview instead of SAT scores. Proponents argue tests race and income bias, while critics say colleges seek publicity or struggle to fill classes.
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