Plans to send troops to Zaire in motion
President Clinton said planning for U S participation in an international force is underway amid a humanitarian crisis in Central Africa. Refugees move toward Rwanda as U N officials insist a relief mission remains needed for logistics. Defense and State officials outlined expectations, risks, and required cooperation from Rwanda and Zaire.
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Texaco discrimination suit settles for 176 million
Texaco agreed to pay 176.1 million to settle a race discrimination suit filed in 1994 by about 1,500 current and former black workers. The settlement includes 115 million in cash, 26.1 million in pay raises over five years, and 35 million for diversity programs. The case followed allegations of a white male network and racial slurs, amid tapes of executives belittling blacks.
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White House Ex aide used private mess improperly
Washington AP A former presidential aide Mark Middleton improperly used the White House mess after leaving the Clinton administration and may have brought Asian clients there. White House officials say they are unsure who the guests were while Middleton denied wrongdoing.
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Teens spray gas on Tokyo commuter trains
In Tokyo, teenage attackers released gas on a rail line injuring none seriously and forcing a temporary service halt. About 40 riders evacuated coughing as attackers fled from one train after targeting another at a central station. Police lack details on gas type or perpetrators.
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Clinton extends U S Bosnia mission to 1998
President Clinton announced extending U S peacekeeping in Bosnia to June 1998 with about 8 500 troops to promote peace after a 12 month fragile lull. He also signaled readiness to lead a Canadian led humanitarian mission to Zaire involving about 4 000 U S troops to aid refugees.
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