France to send more troops to Kosovo conflict
France plans to deploy 600 to 700 additional troops to stabilize Mitrovica as NATO debates expanding force levels. A U.S. Marine Expeditionary Unit is on standby for possible movement into the French sector, with NATO to discuss three more battalions. Milosevic’s actions and cross border tensions intensify amid regional forces on alert.
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Cable industry and TV makers agree on digital standards
Washington AP reports that television manufacturers and cable operators reached an agreement on digital TV standards allowing ready connection of digital receivers to cable. The deal aims to speed consumer access to cable ready digital sets within 18 months and expand channel capacity with on screen guides. FCC chair Kennard welcomed progress while noting two disputes remain on labeling and copy protection.
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Greenspan urges caution on using budget surplus
Fed chair Alan Greenspan warns against committing surpluses to new programs until the true balance in federal accounts is clearer. He cites a strong economy but notes potential price pressures from tight labor markets and consumer spending, urging debt reduction with surpluses.
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