Fat gene discovered at Hopkins
A gene mutation regulating metabolic rate linked to obesity and early diabetes is identified by researchers. The beta 3 adrenergic receptor flaw may enable blood tests to detect risk and spur drug trials to burn calories faster.
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Hare Krishna welfare on Washington Mall allowed to solicit
The DC Circuit Court rules Hare Krishna members may solicit contributions on the Washington Mall but may not sell wares. Park Service rules allowing contributions on the landscaped area are upheld as free speech, while bans on selling audio tapes and religious heads are allowed.
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Moonshine deaths in Murmansk surge amid crackdown
Nearly 100 people die from homemade vodka in Murmansk as police seize about 50 tons of illicit liquor. Over 700 hospitalized in a city of 412,000 this year for acute alcohol poisoning after drinking the tainted brew. Moonshine cooked in apartments or garages, with some distilling in former pigpens, prompts a major enforcement push.
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Refugees Leave Croatia as UN Pushes Cease Fire
The first group of about 400 shell shocked refugees from Topusko reached Serbia as UN secured a cease fire to halt fighting in Serb held Croatia. A tense scene persisted as Serb forces remained in parts of southern Croatia with tanks and arms under UN control.
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Clinton cracks down on teen smoking in new rules
President Clinton ordered a crackdown on teen smoking with unprecedented tobacco ads limits and sales controls. The plan, treated as regulatory action, would bar brand name advertising at sports events, require 18 proof for purchases, fund a 100 million education campaign, and restrict teen access within 1000 feet of schools. The Federal Register notice launches a 90 day public comment period and prompts industry pushback.
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Jordan grants asylum to Hussein's daughters
In Amman two of Saddam Hussein's daughters and their husbands fled to Jordan and were granted political asylum by King Hussein. A large group of Iraqi officers received asylum as well. Maj. Gen. Hussein Kamel al Majid, linked to Saddam's weapons programs, led the group and was among those granted asylum.
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