Astronauts suit fit delays Mir move at Houston center
Shuttle astronaut Andrew Thomas faced a delayed move into Mir as his custom Russian suit barely fit and the spare suit belonging to David Wolf was too large. With both suits unusable, mission planners kept Thomas aboard Endeavour overnight while Wolf slept on Mir. Authorities explored adjusting suits or swapping seat liners to avert postponement.
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Clinton scandal conversation spreads to Orange County families
In Santa Ana and nearby communities, teens question President Clinton amid sexual affair allegations. Parents say they stress fairness and core values while avoiding graphic details, using the case to teach democracy and critical thinking. Teachers note kids hear the talk and emphasize due process.
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Glenn to fly again in space on NASA shuttle mission
Wolf on Mir for months heard news of John Glenn's shuttle flight plans. NASA officials Sieffert noted communication delays and limited email on Mir, with radio links used for station chores and personal calls. Mission controller Jim Van Laak stressed maintaining contact with ground and the importance of Glenn's return in the broader shuttle program.
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Reputed Gambino mobster dies after gunfire in Brooklyn
Joseph Pits Conigliaro a 67 year old Gambino associate shot five times in the face and chest arrived at Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn where he died four hours later from a heart attack. He had been paralyzed since a 1973 shooting with mobster James Gallo. The incident occurred near his social club in Red Hook and investigators offered no firm mob connection.
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