GOP deal makers one up rebels
In Congress, pragmatic GOP deal makers prevail over ideological conservatives as tax and budget compromises push past hardline stances. Key leaders from Gingrich to Lott and DeLay steer the party through a balancing act, with conservatives losing leverage at times but still shaping the agenda on spending and protections.
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Oklahoma
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Inconclusive US view on Chinese aid to Pakistan nuclear program
AP reports the Clinton administration told Congress it cannot conclude China aided Pakistan develop nuclear explosives. It cites questions about Chinese entities linked to Pakistan’s program, notes May 1996 promise not to aid unchecked facilities, and mentions Iran and Libya as other cases in a broad nuclear context.
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USDA probes outside contamination in Hudson Foods beef recall
Federal investigators focus on whether contamination came from a slaughterhouse or employee at Hudson Foods Col umbus Nebraska plant amid a recall of up to 1.2 million pounds of ground beef. Sampling begins Monday and continues 15 days to determine E coli source and scope.
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Ofi Cou
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Recalled Kinder Surprise Eggs Pose Choking Risk
Ferrero faces U S action as 5000 Kinder Surprise chocolate eggs are recalled after the CPSC finds hidden toy figures too small for young children and declares imports illegal. Kreiner Imports of Chicago had distributed the eggs in the United States.
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Chicago
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United States
Kreiner Imports Inc
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Scientists pursue new or modified nuclear designs
Washington based report reveals declassified Energy Department excerpts showing laboratories working on new or modified weapon designs while officials insist this is modernization to extend life and safety of existing warheads. Critics warn it undermines the spirit of the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty.
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U.S
New York Times
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Senate
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Staffin
Matthew McKinzie
United States
FDA approves implanted hand for quadriplegics
The FDA approved the Freehand System by Neuro-Control, an implanted electronic hand to aid quadriplegics with partial arm movement. The device allows grasping to lift objects for daily tasks, enabling actions like writing, feeding, and painting for patients with spinal cord injuries.
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