U.S. pushes for compromise on global nuclear test ban
In Geneva, U.S. Arms Control chief Holum urged a compromise treaty banning nuclear tests, saying a better deal may not exist. China resisted inspections, with India and Pakistan also wary, as delegates sought to complete the text for a September U.N. General Assembly presentation.
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Typhoon Herb Death Toll and Floods Across Taiwan and China
Typhoon Herb killed 14 in Taiwan with mudslides and traffic accidents accounting for several deaths. Over 200 injured as roofs collapsed and floodwaters inundated homes. The storm crossed the Taiwan Strait to Fujian China with 87 mph winds, causing sea-wall breaches and flooded fields while no injuries were reported in Fujian. Three children among the missing and continued search efforts were noted.
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Convention security worries party officials
Washington AP reports both Republican and Democratic convention officials fear security gaps as hundreds of events occur outside secure sites. In San Diego GOP events begin August 12 with metal detectors dog teams and cameras at main centers while Coast Guard patrols Chicago and San Diego waters.
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Simpson ex wife recital coldness noted in deposition
In a deposition Dr. Ronald Fischman said OJ Simpson appeared tired and quiet during Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman deaths case. The remark came as plaintiffs seek wrongful death damages after the July 12 1994 recital.
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Charity thief gets 15 months in prison
Frank Williams, 55, former executive director of the American Parkinson's Disease Association, was sentenced to 15 months in prison for stealing more than $1 million from the charity. He must repay the stolen funds. Williams began theft in 1988 by directing donor checks to Michel Monnot in Minnesota, who deposited them and issued new payments to Williams at his New York City home. Monnot, 54, will not be charged. Williams pleaded guilty to fraud and tax evasion in March.
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FDA approves acellular Tripedia whooping cough vaccine
FDA approves Connaught Laboratories Tripedia as the first acellular pertussis vaccine for infants, claiming 50 to 90 percent fewer fever and swelling side effects. The move comes amid past vaccine fears and scares. Tripedia aims to reduce adverse reactions while maintaining protection against pertussis.
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