Judge fast-tracks Microsoft antitrust case and Windows 98 sale
A federal judge sped hearings on the Microsoft antitrust case, keeping Windows 98 on track with its bundled Internet browser. The Sept. 8 hearing will address a preliminary injunction while Windows 98 ships June 15 and goes on sale with limited promo June 25.
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Gingrich cancels Israel trip amid Jerusalem embassy dispute
House Speaker Newt Gingrich cancels a planned visit to the Jerusalem embassy site amid White House concerns and Palestinian warnings. Gingrich and Dick Gephardt had planned to attend a news conference, but both leaders later withdrew as U.S. policy tensions over moving the embassy to Jerusalem persisted.
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Official may challenge Hoffa's run
Washington AP reports the Teamsters warehouse workers director plans to run for union president as a rival to Hoffa. Ken Hall, the reform candidate who led a UPS strike, is said to withdraw for medical reasons due to a serious eye condition requiring surgery.
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Computers to track foodborne illnesses nationwide
Vice President Gore unveiled PulseNet, a connected computer network linking CDC FDA USDA and state labs to trace foodborne illness outbreaks five times faster. The system uses DNA fingerprints to identify pathogens like E coli, enabling rapid recalls and coordinated federal state and local response. By 1999 all states are to be connected.
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