Judge frees Rhode Island woman after 2 1/2 years in contempt
Maria Manuela Dickerson, held in civil contempt for nonpayment of about $3,000 child support, was released by Chief Justice Joseph Weisberger after 2 1/2 years without a lawyer or review. The case prompts a court review of all inmates held under Family Court orders and questions about due process.
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U.S. Monitors North Korea Underground Nuclear Project
U.S. officials monitor a massive underground construction in North Korea feared to hide missile or nuclear weapons. No conclusions yet. concerns tied to the 1994 Agreed Framework and U.S. aid linked to North Korea abandoning arms plans. State and defense officials cite potential ties to a $6 billion energy program and fuel deliveries, unsettled by Congressional funding delays.
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Swiss Fund to aid U S Holocaust survivors expands aid
Swiss humanitarian fund to distribute 31.4 million dollars to needy U S Holocaust survivors, with New York state backing. Italian insurer Generali negotiating prewar policy settlements amid broader Swiss bank settlements. D'Amato says a final Generali offer could top 65 million. payments begin later this year as part of Switzerland's 185 million goodwill fund.
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