Senate votes today on cutting off debate for surgeon general nominee
The Senate begins a three hour debated vote to end discussion on Dr. Henry Foster as surgeon general. President Clinton campaigns to save his pick while Republicans led by Phil Gramm predict victory to block Foster. Kennedy praises Foster’s dedication amid GOP opposition.
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Senate votes to end 55 mph limit for cars nationwide
The Senate tabled a bid to restore the 55 mph federal limit for cars while keeping limits for big trucks and buses. Debates on state rights and safety accompanied discussion of the National Highway System bill, which would fund road improvements and total about 13 billion dollars over two years.
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Telomerase enzyme linked to cancer in lung tumors
AP reports telomerase found in 80 percent of lung cancer tumors, suggesting a central role in cancer. Dr. Jerry W. Shay of UT Southwestern notes labs seek chemicals or genetics to neutralize telomerase. human tests could begin within two years.
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Baptists denounce racism at Atlanta convention
The Southern Baptist Convention, a historically white denomination, apologized for endorsing racism. A standing ovation greeted a resolution denouncing historic evils like slavery, seeking forgiveness and pledging to eradi cate racism’s vestiges. It admits failing civil rights era efforts and aims to evangelize among blacks and other ethnic groups.
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Bugs Bunny to Star Opposite Michael Jordan on Screen
The Long Beach Press Telegram reports Michael Jordan will make his film debut opposite Bugs Bunny in Space Jam, a summer shoot combining animation and live action. The 1993 Nike ad duo reappears as Warner Bros produces the film about outer space villains kidnapping animated characters and Bugs seeking help.
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Cease-fire holds as Chechnya hostage crisis ends
In Grozny a three day truce follows the release of about 2,000 hostages after staged negotiations led by Viktor Chernomyrdin. Rebels including Shamil Basayev slipped into Chechnya’s southern hills as Russian forces search for Basayev and other militants.
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Panel backs offshore drilling moratorium lift vote
A House panel voted 7-6 to end the 14 year moratorium on oil and gas drilling off much of the U S coast. The White House signaled a veto threat while Interior officials warned it would be years before any drilling could occur if approved. President Clinton framed the move as dangerous to coastlines and the economy amid a Republican push to reshape government.
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