Tiananmen Crisis Escalates With Troop Move Toward Beijing
U S and Soviet observers describe chaotic hours as Chinese troops sealed off the embassy compound area in Tiananmen. Diplomats report room by room searches, protests of evacuations, and widespread military buildup with an estimated 200,000 soldiers converging on Beijing amid tense stand-off and unclear casualties.
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Post election call for coalition in Poland and regional turmoil
In Warsaw the Communist government urged Solidarity to join a broad post election coalition for economic reform and democracy. Solidarity leaders resisted, stressing a systemic change rather than cabinet roles. Across other AP items, clashes and violence unfold in Israel Gaza Belfast and Nicaragua as US pressure and insurgent actions escalate.
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Floods in Sri Lanka Kill 275 as Mudslides Cut Off Areas
In Colombo and surrounding regions heavy rains spawned floods and mudslides that killed at least 275 people and left about 100,000 homeless with another 100,000 displaced. Navy boats and air force helicopters moved aid while the army cleared roads and ferried relief to blocked communities.
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Convicted rapist faces life term in circuit court
Hunter Garrett Heffner, 22, of ik, admits sexual relations with two teenage girls and faces 30 years for second degree rape and 10 for third degree sexual offense plus 20 for second degree rape. Judge Dwyer revokes bond and orders a background check before sentencing. Charles D. Eddy, 27, of Freder ick, gets 33 years for passing 35,011.84 in bad checks. 16 checks were dated last September. probation includes restitution. Eddy apologizes, cites drug and alcohol problems.
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Suriname DC-8 Crash Kills Many, 13 Survive
A Suriname Airways DC-8 flying from Amsterdam with 182 aboard crashed near Zanderij International Airport in heavy fog. Only 13 survivors reported as officials feared hundreds dead. Dutch soccer players among the passengers were identified by Inter Football, with most aboard of Surinamese origin.
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Dropout graduates after defying odds at Frederick High
Stockman recalls the fall and return of a former dropout, Nicholls, who at 21 finished high school with honor. Teachers and peers supported him while he managed teams, pursued college plans, and embraced a path toward sports management or business studies. He cites his prom, a standing ovation, and inspiration from his great grandmother as pivotal moments.
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