MTV Poll Finds Youth Open to Separate but Equal Ideals
Washington AP report shows 54 percent of U.S. youths rate race relations as good, up from 42 percent in 1991, while support for separated but equal living grows from 41 percent in 1981 to 68 percent in 1997, with opposition dropping from 37 percent in 1991 to 31 percent today. Birmingham AP notes two brothers freed after 13 years in prison plan to seek dismissal of charges and push for state compensation if NA tests exonerate them, potentially prompting a $1 million per person bill from legislators.
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Thurmond to give up committee chair
On the eve of his 95th birthday Senator Strom Thurmond said he will step down as chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee at the end of next year. He noted the time has come to relinquish the chairmanship to the next generation and consider four years sufficient. Thurmond indicated he will not seek elected office again after his term ends in 2003 at age 101.
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Prince Charles meets homeless man from old school
London AP Prince Charles touring the Big Issue offices encountered Clive Harold, a former Hill House School classmate who later struggled with alcoholism after a second marriage broke up. Harold recalled shared memories and praised the prince for his empathy, noting both men had faced personal upheavals and find solace in renewed connections.
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Police uncover vast cache of Byzantine church art in Munich
Bavarian police recovered a new trove of stolen Byzantine frescoes icons and mosaics worth millions two months after arresting a Turkish art dealer. A key found in two October search warrants led to a third apartment with 130 icons 25 frescoes and more. Objects likely came from northern Cyprus churches robbed in the mid 1970s. Dealer held since October refused to speak.
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Rolling cabin becomes Unabomber trial exhibit in California
The Theodor Kaczynski cabin, moved 1100 miles from Montana to Sacramento as part of the Unabomber trial proceedings, draws juror attention. Prosecutors say the hermit home shows his mental state. defense argues it proves illness. Kaczynski faces 10 counts for bombings, with possible death penalty if convicted on the final attack.
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GOP probes Ambassador Lawrence war service claim
Republican investigators question the late ambassador M Larry Lawrence accounts of merchant mariner service and wartime injury used to win Arlington burial waivers. Law has raised questions about the waivers granted by the Clinton administration amid donor links. Lawrence family defends his story as White House notes his ambassador role also influenced the decision.
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Folic acid shown to cut birth defects in study
A study led by Dr. James L. Mills finds daily folic acid in women's diets can reduce neural tube defects, with 100 to 400 micrograms lowering risk by about 22 to 47 percent. Fortification of grain with 140 micrograms per 100 grams is planned, but experts urge continued supplements to ensure adequate intake.
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