Waldheim in Austrian runoff after close vote tally
Waldheim, facing intense scrutiny over alleged Nazi past, failed to win a majority with 49.64 percent and advances to a June 8 runoff against socialist Kurt Steyrer. Turnout reached 89.5 percent of 5.44 million eligible voters as Waldheim, ex UN secretary general, seeks to rally support amid controversy.
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House vote on Saudi missiles expected this week
The Senate backed a $1 trillion budget with tax provisions and defense cuts, prompting House leaders to weigh whether to advance the plan and approve Reagan's missile sale to Saudi Arabia. The deal faces veto risk and partisan debate as lawmakers weigh defense aid and fiscal discipline amid Gramm Rudman constraints.
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Doctor heads center to aid dwarfs in Baltimore
Baltimore surgeon Dr. Steven Kopits opens the International Center for Skeletal Dysplasia at St. Joseph Hospital to treat dwarfism. The new center includes a clinic, therapy unit, and pool with a staff of 10, aiming for holistic, early intervention to reduce long term disability in 1,600 patients and improve daily life for little people. Kopits, a Johns Hopkins veteran, began work with this group in 1968 and moved his practice to establish an independent center in December.
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Peres orders inquiry into Waldheim past
Prime Minister Shimon Peres ordered an inquiry into Kurt Waldheim World War II activity. The investigation could affect Israel Austria ties as Waldheim nears a runoff after a 49.64 percent Austrian vote. World Jewish leaders allege Nazi army command links and knowledge of deportations. Waldheim admits serving as a German lieutenant but denies personal wrongdoing.
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Man Who Cut Out Of Prison Remains At Large In Nationwide Hunt
Tipsters place Claude Dallas across several states after he sliced through Idaho State Penitentiary fences and disappeared. Four years after his escape, authorities describe him as mild-mannered yet resentful toward law enforcement as they pursue leads and a reward of up to 25 thousand dollars.
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