Truck driver blamed for Texas school bus crash deaths
NTSB says faulty brakes contributed to the September 21 Alton crash that killed 21 students and injured 49, the nation's worst school bus accident since 1976. Investigators found truck brakes at two thirds strength as Ruben Perez failed to stop in time.
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New Device For Diabetes Insulin Pumps Ease Treatment
Dr Joseph Hume an obstetrics gynecology physician and 52 year old associate professor at Texas Tech uses an external insulin pump since 1980 to fit his schedule and improve control He hopes future implants will offer better self care for patients including himself and notes the need for broader adoption and continued advancement in pump technology DIABETES/7A
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WIC program partial restoration across Texas regions
Texas health officials report a partial restoration of WIC benefits for about 30 000 low income pregnant women and children. With federal borrowing authority, 15 000 slots are being restored in high priority areas including Ector Midland and nearby West Texas counties. The program serves roughly 330 000 Texans but reaches only about 25 percent of eligible participants.
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Germans accept Polish border terms on unification path
In Paris a seven nation talks on German unification reach a historic accord on Poland's permanent border and clearing the way for a split East West merger by year’s end. Chancellor Kohl says major obstacles to unity are removed and elections for a united parliament likely in December.
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Aftershocks Continue Death Toll Rises in Philippines
Two strong aftershocks hit central Luzon days after a major quake, raising the death toll to at least 283. Officials warned the tremors could worsen damage and hinder rescue work as the region grapples with a large-scale natural disaster.
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Assistant hired reshapes Odessa city administration
Raymond Kendall celebrates his 50th birthday on July 31 and begins work as assistant city finance officer for Odessa the next day. Kendall previously served 18 months in Midland as director of communications and information systems and says he looks forward to aiding Odessa.
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