AIDS drug gets nod warnings with cautions from FDA panel
A panel recommended approving the AIDS drug d4T with strong warnings. They cited potential neuropathy risks, unclear which patients benefit most, and unresolved safety questions. D4T may reduce CD4 cell loss versus AZT but evidence remains limited.
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Palestinian self rule faces its first major test at Gaza Erez crossing
Islamic militants attacked two Israeli soldiers at the Gaza Erez crossing, then fled into the autonomy zone with no Palestinian pursuit. Israel shut Gaza roads until May 29, and Rabin ordered tighter security as PLO police admit limited control of Gaza. Officials say police strength and funds are insufficient to enforce order amid withdrawal.
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Rwanda conflict closes main air link to relief flights
Rebel artillery and mortars pounded Kigali and nearby areas, closing Rwanda's main route for relief flights for a second day. The Red Cross in Geneva cited widespread killings as violence surged across Kigali and other regions, with casualties impossible to estimate. In Chicago, a Pitt study shows 16 of 89 liver transplant patients could wean off anti rejection drugs, while 28 are still being weaned and 15 resumed therapy.
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University of Pittsburgh
Judge Orders Conrail Track Workers Back to Work
A U S District Judge Franklin Van Antwerpen ordered striking Conrail track workers back to work within hours after they walked off over safety concerns. Pickets are being pulled down as the crew returns to service. the move ends a freight network shutdown across 12 states. Washington also reports commerce electronic signatures via a government standard approved by NIST for authenticating messages and documents with a switch deadline of December 1 for agencies using other methods.
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Commerce Department
National Institutes of Standards and Technology
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NIST
Bobcat charged over Tonight Show chair fire incident
Comedian Bobcat Goldthwait faced two misdemeanors for setting a chair ablaze during a May 6 Tonight Show interview with Jay Leno. Police say the act created danger. charges include unlawfully causing a fire and possession of a flammable substance with intent to burn property. Each count carries up to 1000 dollars fine and six months jail. Charles Aznavour turns 70 and remains active, recently performing in Germany for Berlin Blockade end anniversary.
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Presidential immunity debate over harassment case
Justice Department lawyers weigh a broad range of positions on presidential immunity from civil suits tied to actions before the presidency. They consider absolute immunity, postponing suits, or delaying court appearances during summits, with no final conclusions yet.
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