IRA claims deadly bombing of bus in central London
The IRA claimed responsibility for a late Sunday blast that gutted a central London double decker near Covent Garden. Police said the bus was not the intended target and one fatality may have been the bomber. Nine people were hospitalized as investigators inspected the bus and surrounding area.
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Leaders commit to peace in Rome talks
Balkan leaders pledged to uphold the Dayton accord after emergency talks in Rome. U S Assistant Secretary of State Richard Holbrooke announced commitments to unite Mostar, progress on Sarajevo reunification, and new rules for arresting war criminals. NATO will resume contacts with Bosnian Serbs and assess compliance by week’s end, with intelligence support to The Hague.
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Ferry sinks near Cadiz after groundin g in Philippines
A ferry capsized off Cadiz in the southern Philippines after running aground from Bantayan Island. At least 50 were killed and 120 survived as high winds and waves challenged rescue efforts. 16 victims had been identified by Monday. The vessel’s capacity and final passenger count were not released.
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Quake toll climbs to 62 in Biak aftershore tsunami
An AP report states a magnitude 7 quake and deadly tidal waves killed 62 on Biak island off New Guinea. Aftershocks up to magnitude 6.7 toppled buildings, 50 injured, 19 missing as villagers slept outdoors amid ongoing search efforts. In separate UN Iraqi talks, a tentative oil for food accord surfaces but frozen asset transfer remains disputed.
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National center to study problem gambling created
The National Center for Responsible Gaming will be formed in Kansas City Missouri as the first national hub to study compulsive gambling. It aims to profile problem gamblers and develop prevention, intervention and treatment programs amid industry reliance on this group for profits.
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Gramm backs Dole after exit from race for president
Four days after quitting the Republican presidential contest, Sen. Phil Gramm endorsed Bob Dole in Manchester New Hampshire urging the party unite to defeat Bill Clinton and stop Pat Buchanan. Other leaders remain neutral or privately wary of Buchanan’s momentum as Dole fights for New Hampshire support and unity in the closing sprint.
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Rival Republicans face past records as New Hampshire vote nears
In Concord, Bob Dole Pat Buchanan and Lamar Alexander defend records amid volatile campaign. Surveys show Dole and Buchanan tied for first with Alexander possibly in a three way split. Forbes trails. Buchanan defends old remarks on women and race, Dole downplays stakes while courting support from Gramm. Alexander faces questions on finances and a 1985 income tax proposal.
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Wildlife Preservation seeks part time overseer
Wildlife Preservation Trust invites applicants to oversee a wildlife preserve on a part time basis with the primary aim of protection. Monetary compensation is not emphasized. Call 371 4871 after 6 pm or write Wiltlife Preservation Trust PO Box 3 Long Green MD 21092.
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