FCC Warns Broadcasters Over Indecent On Air Content
FCC puts broadcasters on notice against indecency after a case involving Infinity stations WYSP FM Philadelphia and WARK New York air Howard Stern. FCC reviews obscenity and indecency standards, warns of fines and license revocation for future violations, and cites KPFK and KPFA as examples while declaring new guidelines to address children’s exposure.
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Montgomery education panel votes for 518 million plan
The Montgomery education committee approved an 518 million operating budget for county schools, adding 2.3 million to the executive’s recommendation. School leaders warned that cutting 12 million from “same services” would jeopardize programs and negotiated raises, while officials pressed for a 526 million minimum. The panel’s vote reflected tension between funding needs and tax impact.
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FDA chief cites 1986 tampering surge and costs
FDA Director Dr. Frank Young told the National Press Club that 1986 saw reports of product tampering soar, destroying about $1 billion in products and tying up 22.7 million dollars in agency time. He cited cyanide tampering in Tylenol, and noted many hoaxes but warned against complacency while planning public service ads.
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Cancer Institute reports real progress against cancer
The National Cancer Institute defended strides in the war on cancer amid criticism from the GAO. While some cancers show survival gains, overall improvement is uneven as stomach cancer remains unchanged from 1950 to 1982 and gains in common cancers are tempered by their prevalence. Leukemia and non Hodgkin lymphoma show dramatic gains but are less impactful overall.
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FDA pushes AIDS drugs on fast track says commissioner
FDA chief compares agency to a munitions factory in the war on AIDS and says experimental drugs like AZT and Ribavirin are being fast tracked to prove safety and effectiveness. AZT received limited distribution within 180 days. Ribavirin testing faced safety questions and a decision not to proceed with a treatment IND.
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