Japan debates nuclear weapons on U S ships in waters
Tokyo holds back on asking Washington if U S warships carry nuclear arms in Japanese waters. Former ambassadors and officials say nuclei arms are routinely aboard, risking political fallout for Prime Minister Suzuki and his Liberal Democratic Party as party factions clash and public support stalls.
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Subtropical ridge pattern to drive heat into state
Meteorologists predict moisture will linger around the state's southern edge as subtropical ridges approach full summer strength. The ridges should hold steady from mid June into August or September, with heat waves depending on the ridge’s exact location. Higher than normal temperatures are expected.
Texas Weather Outlook Sees June Panhandle Warmth Then Normal Summers
Forecaster Wagner predicts near normal temperatures for most of Texas in June with warmer than average readings statewide from July onward. He notes normal temperatures reflect 30 year averages updated every decade.
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Poll shifts in ERA support and gay rights in latest poll
The AP NBC News poll shows 40 percent back the ERA and 25 percent oppose it, with 35 percent unsure or unfamiliar. Support has trended down since 1977 while not sure votes rise. On homosexual rights, 48 percent favor extending protections and 38 percent oppose, 14 percent unsure. The poll bases on about 1,600 interviews with a 3 percent error margin.
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Reagan backs three year tax cut in fight with Democrats
Washington AP reports the Reagan administration rejects a two year 15 percent Democratic alternative and presses a three year tax cut. Treasury Secretary Regan says they have the votes and will fight for the plan, as the Conservative Democratic Forum meets to decide by day’s end.
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Kuwait demand pits Citibank against aggressive trading push
Kuwait, a major oil producer with 18.6 billion in petrorevenues, pressures Citibank to adopt an aggressive buy today sell tomorrow trading strategy for U S stocks. Kuwait officials push for 10,000 share blocks and 5 percent weekly turnover, warning Citibank to listen or risk losing out. Wall Street figures warn such shifts could destabilize the volatile market.
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Pope John Paul II returns to Vatican after attack
The 61-year-old pope left Gemelli Hospital three weeks after the assassination attempt, walked unassisted, and blessed patients from balconies before arriving at the Vatican. He appeared pale yet waved to a cheering crowd of about 300 in St. Peter's Square as he resumed duties.
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Mother Teresa plans Washington missionary centers in poor area
In Southeast Washington Assumption parish Mother Teresa plans to open two missionary homes and a neighborhood center by month’s end. The facilities aim to serve welfare recipients, prisoners, the elderly and ill at nearby institutions, following a request from Archbishop James Hickey.
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West Texas Weather Deluge Triggers Flood Warnings
Rain totals of up to five inches fell across the Panhandle region while flash flood warnings covered vast areas of Texas. Odessa and Midland reported heavy downpours with 0.42 to 0.5 inch in spots. The National Weather Service issued warnings and watches as early rain caused street and highway flooding, including a truck washed off US 83 in Jones County. The forecast calls for more thunderstorms today and tonight with diminishing chances by Friday, highs in the low 80s, and rain totals for the year climbing.
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