Clinton urges men to pledge against domestic abuse in radio speech
President Clinton, speaking as a son of domestic violence, urged men to vow never to strike women. He criticized GOP budget cuts to aid battered women and praised the Violence Against Women Act, noting funds and an 800 number for support. He linked the issue to public outrage after O J Simpson's acquittal and stressed enforcement alone cannot solve the problem.
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Permanent tax credit proposal in Senate adjusts timing
Senate Republicans backed a permanent $500 per child tax credit as part of a $245 billion tax cut, not retroactive and payable with 1998 returns. Full credits apply to incomes up to $75,000 single or $110,000 joint, with partials for higher earnings. Debate highlighted Dole Gramm tensions and Daschle criticisms.
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Fighting in northwest Bosnia threatens truce
In northwest Bosnia fighting escalated jeopardizing a 60 day truce as government and Croat forces pushed toward Banja Luka. Serb residents packed, checkpoints ringed the city, and Serb leaders demanded NATO airstrikes while warning of withdrawal from peace talks. UN noted ongoing hostilities without clarity on attackers.
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Roxanne strengthens as Mexico coast threat grows
Tropical storm Roxanne regained strength over warm Gulf waters toward the eastern Mexican coast, with winds rising from 50 mph to 60 mph. Four deaths were reported after it hit the Yucatan Peninsula, causing floods, sheltering thousands, and crop damage.
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Two Air Force Crewmen Face Courts Martial Over F-15 Crash
Washington AP Two maintenance NCOs Tech. Sgt. William T. Campbell and Tech Sgt. Thomas P. Mueller are charged with negligent homicide for faulty work on an F-15 that crashed in Germany. They could face courts martial and up to four years in prison if action is recommended. The Air Force says they negligently installed and inspected flight control rods and failed to complete maintenance paperwork and inspections.
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Tupac Shakur Freed on Bail During Appeal
Rapper Tupac Shakur, jailed for sexual abuse, posts bail after appellate court lowers bail from 3 million to 1.4 million. He awaits appeal while his Me Against the World album remains a best seller.
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McVeigh Lawyers Claim Juror Spoke to Reporters
Oklahoma City AP report says at least one grand jury member investigating the Oklahoma City bombing spoke to reporters from The Daily Oklahoman and a magazine. Defense motions seek dismissal of the indictment, alleging jurors were barred from disclosing testimony and that evidence of a larger conspiracy was withheld.
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