Clinton touts deficit drop amid election debate
The Clinton administration announced the deficit fell to 203 billion dollars for the last fiscal year, crediting disciplined Democratic management and a record two-year reduction. Clinton said the deficit decreased for the first time in 20 years, while Republicans cited a memo they claim reveals plans for higher taxes and cuts to popular benefits.
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Sri Lankan peace talks on hold and election bombings
Sri Lanka faces a setback as a suicide bombing at an election rally killed opposition leader Gamini Dissanayake and 51 others, derailing unconditional peace talks with Tamil rebels begun earlier. The attack triggered suspicions on rebels who deny involvement.
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Kennedy allegations dismissed by Senate ethics panel
The Senate ethics committee said it found no basis for former aide Richard Burke's 1992 book allegations of sexual harassment and drug use by Sen. Edward M. Kennedy. The panel, which never announced a formal inquiry, stated it terminated the matter and released the notice after journalists inquired.
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Houston Ship Channel Reopens After Salvage Work
The Houston Ship Channel reopened after salvage crews removed a sunken tugboat and scanned for flood debris. Flooding from torrential rains closed the channel for a week, with Coast Guard crews progressing ahead of schedule in cleaning an estimated 200000 gallons of petroleum products spilled in the river near the San Jacinto mouth.
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Rabin pushes Jordan peace treaty before parliament
Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin urged backing for the Israel Jordan accord as a turning point in regional ties. Clinton lauded the deal and a border plaza near the Red Sea awaited the signing witnessed by 5,000 guests amid security concerns and regional tensions.
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Admiral Macke visits Vietnam to aid MIA search
U S Admiral Richard C Macke, visiting Hanoi to inspect MIA investigations, thanks Vietnamese leaders for help in locating missing servicemen from the Vietnam War. He meets Prime Minister Vo Van Kiet and Deputy Foreign Minister Le Mai as talks on diplomacy and property claims proceed. He plans aerial shuttles to two crash sites for further evidence gathering.
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Media exposure taints O J Simpson jurors in trial
In Los Angeles AP reports jurors in the O J Simpson murder case faced media saturation as Judge Lance Ito ordered media avoidance. A prospect admitted peeking at the sports section leading to dismissal. Prosecutors urge dismissing more of the panel. defense pushes continuance or bail conditions. Eleven questioned, 43 total polled, 23 dismissed.
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