Pentagon says U S Soviet collision was an accident
The Pentagon now says a Soviet truck rear ended a car carrying three U S soldiers in East Germany, likely by accident. Officials had filed a protest and alleged intentional ramming, but Pentagon spokesman Fred Hoffman said indications point to no deliberate act as the probe continues.
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House backs 1 percent Medicare raise for hospitals
The House Ways and Means Committee approved a 1 percent Medicare payment rate increase for hospitals next year as part of a broader package to trim outlays by about 10 billion dollars over three years. The 1986 schedule would lag behind inflation, with the panel voting in a closed session amid reports from The Washington Post and The New York Times. Proposals aim to cut deficits while maintaining hospital funding amid ongoing Medicare reform debates.
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Justice Dept clears Presser in payroll scheme case
The Justice Department ends its probe without seeking a grand jury indictment against Teamsters President Jackie Presser. Sources say his name has been dropped from the investigation.
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Lesbian loses guardianship bid for severely brain damaged woman
Karen Thompson of St. Cloud failed to obtain legal guardianship over Sharon Kowalski, a severely brain damaged woman. She vowed to appeal the Sherburne County District Court ruling that appointed Donald Kowalski as guardian for his daughter, highlighting alleged unfair treatment of homosexuals.
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Spy seeks temporary release for funeral in Oklahoma
Jerry A. Whitworth, accused of spying for the Soviet Union while a Navy radioman, asks for a short custody pause to attend his mother's funeral. His lawyers say they discussed, with the U.S. attorney, having him escorted by federal marshals to Muldrow, Oklahoma, for services on Thursday.
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