IRA cease fire signals potential peace in Northern Ireland
In Belfast the IRA began a cease fire amid mixed reactions as Catholics cheered and Protestants doubted. Britain demanded a permanent halt to violence before talks, while Sinn Fein allies welcomed the move. Gun attacks occurred before the deadline but caused no injuries. Unionists called the step inadequate and warned against premature euphoria.
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U N and Vatican clash over population conference aims
At the U N International Conference on Population and Development, U N officials defend proposals against charges of promoting abortion and promiscuity as Muslim and Vatican critics, including Lebanon and Pakistan, consider boycotts. The draft document seeks to curb global population growth and boost development.
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Bobbitt jailed for battery in Las Vegas case
John Bobbitt, 27, was convicted of misdemeanor domestic battery against his former fiancée Kristina Elliott, receiving 60 days in jail with 45 suspended, six months probation, and mandatory attendance at impulse control and Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. The judge cited an attitude problem linked to his drinking.
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Man shot at Rockefeller Center near Today studio
A man with an AK-47 opened fire outside NBC's Today studio at Rockefeller Center injuring another man in the back as workers left. Police arrested Manny Tager, 46, of Charlotte, North Carolina, minutes later. The victim was listed in serious condition. No motive given.
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Solzhenitsyn Declines Tolstoy Prize From Nationalists
Alexander Solzhenitsyn refused a Tolstoy Prize offered by a Russian nationalist group saying other candidates deserve the award more. The prize, created in 1992 by the Writers' Union of Russia and Golos, carries 10 million rubles for the winner. Pyotr Aleshkin, prize jury chairman, said Solzhenitsyn felt others needed the prize more.
Simpson jury may face six months in a hotel
Los Angeles AP reports prosecutors seek sequestered jury for O J Simpson trial likely lasting months. Judge Ito questions hotel bill and home separation while defense challenges continue over detective Fuhrman credibility and related evidence issues.
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Burnt Alesh scented novels fetch $600 in odd sale
Los Angeles report notes rare book dealer Barry R. Levin sold two copies of a $50 limited edition by Poppy Z. Brite for $600 each after they were infused with a scent from a fatal arson at Westwood Mail Services. The odor reminded Levin of "long pig" from New Guinea cannibals.
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