El Nifo Sways Day Length While Global Turbulence Bites
Scientists report El Niño may lengthen days by fractions of a millisecond due to Earth's rotation slowdowns tied to wind patterns. Findings released at the American Geophysical Union meeting note the phenomenon coincides with storms in Peru and drought in Indonesia, affecting daily time.
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American Geophysical Union
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Judge trims UPS award to 528000 after federal cap
A Polk County Iowa judge reduced Linda Channon's $80.7 million verdict against UPS to 528000, citing federal limits on punitive and compensatory damages. Channon, a 22 year UPS employee, challenged the cap, while UPS called the award excessive and unsupported by evidence. Conlin noted the outcome aligns with expectations.
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Iowa
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Polk County
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UPS
Arthur Gamble
Norman Black
Channon
Roxanne Conlin
Conlin
Townsend offers Tuscaloosa students lessons in entertainment
Robert Townsend, filmmaker and TV star, plans to help about 200 Tuscaloosa high school students learn directing writing producing and performing. He stresses hard work and commitment beyond looks or luck. He may move plans if Reno rejects the idea, while local officials warn of public mockery.
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Ala
Robert Townsend
Townsend
Council discusses Ector Theater renovation and funding
Odessa council debates renovating the Ector Theater with an estimated cost near 1 million dollars. Officials consider sending the issue to the finance committee or staff for review while a task force is proposed. The meeting also covers the 1997 98 budget and 5 million dollars in bonds for street traffic park and animal shelter projects.
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Odessa
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Tulsa meteorite dispute over rock found by boy
Steve Arnold a Tulsa meteor broker has a $19,000 pre negotiation bid for the rock found by Javier Juarez and concerns city land ownership and possible court action. NASA analysis highlights blue salt crystals making the meteorite valuable to collectors. The June ninth city council meeting will decide whether the rock sits on city property or Mario Juarez’s land. Councilman Jeppie Wilson pledges fairness to the boys and recognition.
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Correction on Son Tay Raid caption and Medal award
The Odessa American caption notes POWs were rescued in the Son Tay Raid in November 1970, but no prisoners were liberated as the camp had moved before the raid. The AP also states Ross Perot received the Medal for Distinguished Public Service for aiding POWs with care packages during the Vietnam War.
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Odessa
Battle over Texas radioactive waste compact facing Senate test
Texas lawmakers wrestle with a three-state compact allowing unelected commissioners to admit non members for a proposed Sierra Blanca dump. Rep. Barton signals open negotiation, while opponents led by Sen Wellstone vow to block unless Doggett amendments pass. Governor Bush warns changes may trigger a full reratification. Hudspeth County officials back the compact as framed.
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Budget panel backs 1999 outline with 101B tax cut aim
The House Budget Committee approved a 1.72 trillion dollar 1999 budget outline including a 101 billion dollar five year tax cut to ease the marriage penalty. Speaker Gingrich floated broader cuts on capital gains and corporate favors while Clinton surplus projections contrast with 1998 deficit forecasts, amid partisan dispute over the true surplus.
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R-Texas
Ari Fleischer
Ways and Means
Eight-liner debate pits law against arcade games
Case workers argue a 1993 law legalized eight-liner games. Bright asserts the law only legalized games with claw cranes for prizes and that Texas Constitution bans gambling. Owners face charges of gambling promotion and possession of gambling devices, each a Class A misdemeanor up to $4,000 fine and up to one year in jail.
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Bright
Texas Lottery Winning Numbers for May 26 Draws
Winning Cash 5 numbers are 6 11 13 29 33 and the Texas Pick 3 numbers are 2 7 5. Lottery lines provide up-to-date Lotto Texas results and quick access via InfoLine at 580-4636 then 6600.
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From Meat Rendering to Sausage Origins and Odd Tips
A quirky mixed bag covers meat disposal to pet food, the frankfurter’s German roots, vienna sausage links, Belgian table manners, early ink from black walnut shells, a juggling guide, crowd pickpocket tips, Alvin Toffler’s raspberry jam quip, the persimmon’s endangered status, and author L. M. Boyd contact details.
Odessa American postal and address notice
The Odessa American announces its mailing details including publication schedule second class status and the post office box for address changes located at 222 E. 4th Street Odessa Texas 79761 and PO Box 2952 Odessa TX 79760-2952.
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Odessa American
E. 4Th Street
Odessa
OACA Main Number and Contact Details Listed
The notice provides MAIN NUMBER 337-OACA, Out-of-Town 800-375-4661, plus an email and the website www.oaca.com for the organization. It lists contact avenues and indicates an active point of contact. The message emphasizes accessibility for inquiries and services via phone, email, and web.
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