Military chiefs back Korean pullout plan in cautious stance
The Joint Chiefs of Staff accepted President Carter's plan to withdraw all U S ground troops from South Korea with limited enthusiasm and urged maintaining air and naval power. They favored faster upgrading of South Korean forces and training while expressing Army concerns about signaling reduced U S commitment. Defense Secretary Harold Brown supported the Joint Chiefs view of a four to five year gradual withdrawal.
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Insulin breakthrough using rat genes in bacteria
In San Francisco two scientists from the University of California at San Francisco report planting rat genes into bacteria to produce a primitive insulin type. They aim to turn genes on and off to create a reliable insulin supply for diabetics, with potential for pork, cattle, and human genes in the future.
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Freudian Psychologist Finds Criminals Share Extreme Traits
Dr. Stanton Samenow and the late Dr. Samuel Yochelson led a seven year federal study at a Washington mental hospital. They identified 53 thinking patterns common to 225 hardcore criminals from white collar to dropouts, including lying and anger. They argue criminal behavior is not a mental illness and can be addressed by changing thinking patterns through intensive retraining, with seven of 24 treated completing reform in three years.
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Begin in hospital in good condition after heart attack
Menahem Begin is under observation in the cardiac wing of Ichilov hospital in Tel Aviv in good condition. Doctors say a possible transition to prime minister depends on his recovery as Likud negotiates with other parties to form a coalition after elections. Begin had a heart attack during the campaign and is reported sleeping and reading papers. Simcha Erlich leads coalition talks as Begin's status shapes Likud's role.
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Carter Urges Tough Pollution Controls Faces House Debate
President Carter calls for strict pollution controls and a one year delay for auto tailpipe standards. Congress weighs easing Clean Air Act deadlines while environmental lawmakers back his aims, amid energy bill pressures and Senate scrutiny of coal use.
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NCI Considers Human Tests for Laetrile
The National Cancer Institute signals it may test Laetrile on human volunteers to evaluate cancer treatment potential. Acting director Dr. Guy Newell notes state legalization and FDA ban dynamics influence reconsideration, with decision within 60 days and results possible in six months.
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