U S aides Mexico with 3 billion loan package
The Clinton administration released 3 billion dollars to support Mexico's economy amid a currency crisis. Treasury Secretary Rubin praised Mexico's austerity steps while Greenspan defended U S action as necessary to prevent contagion, though critics questioned the plan's effectiveness and long term impact.
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Blood pressure drugs linked to higher heart attack risk
SAN ANTONIO AP Six million Americans taking calcium channel blockers may face a 60 percent higher risk of heart attacks. The study by Bruce Psaty and colleagues at the University of Washington questions routine use of nifedipine diltiazem and verapamil, urging adherence to beta blockers and diuretics.
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Shuttle Endeavour observes Andromeda with space telescope
SPACE CENTER Houston AP reports astronauts aboard Endeavour mapped stars in the Andromeda nebula M-31 using three ultraviolet telescopes. The crew of seven, including four astrophysicists, began the second half of NASA’s longest observation mission. They study drifting star clusters in M-31’s northern region.
Thieves use foil bags to dodge store sensors
Nassau County police said five people, two men and three women from Queens, were arrested on shoplifting charges. Investigators described a ring hit malls across the metropolitan area and possibly as far as Delaware, using foil-lined bags to defeat security sensors.
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Stockman office holds voluntary daily Capitol prayers
Rep. Steve Stockman of Texas welcomes morning prayer sessions for prospective staffers but stresses they are voluntary and not a factor in job decisions. He rarely attends due to scheduling, while aides and other lawmakers continue the nondemonstrative practice on Capitol Hill.
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Bolshoi Dancers Strike After Grigorovich Resigns
Bolshoi Ballet performers appeared in street clothes and refused Romeo and Juliet after Yuri Grigorovich resigned, leaving the audience to protest with whistles and stamps. Grigorovich, 68, quit amid government plans for a directors board and new hiring contracts, clashing with director Vladimir Kokonin.
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Displays Hitler uniform after 50 years in basement
In Moscow a Hitler jacket and boots, along with Goering overcoat and other Nazi relics, were shown to mark the 50th anniversary of Europe’s WWII end. Officials debated whether to treat the items as museum pieces or mere rags before final display.
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House Tightens Liability Laws to Ease Business Wins
The House approved Republican bills to curb consumer damage awards and aid business in product liability suits. The package includes a nationwide standard of proof, caps punitive damages, and shields FDA approved drugs and devices from punitive awards. The vote was 265 to 161, with 220 in support for the related measures.
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Bartlett ally backs three House bills on legal reform
Rep Roscoe Bartlett ally Roth endorses three House measures to curb frivolous lawsuits and ease liability costs. The bills aim to reduce needless trials, shift some legal expenses, and are supported by Republicans while opposed by trial lawyers and consumer groups. Voting split included 154 Democrats against and six Republicans plus one independent.
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Dole calls for 4 Cabinet deletions to cut costs
Senate leader Bob Dole urged abolishing Education Energy Commerce and Housing and Urban Development to slash 70 dollars per year per taxpayer. He argued the four agencies cost 1 trillion dollars over time and hindered progress, while polling showed him the early GOP favorite with 60 percent support.
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