Gorbachev says Soviet Star Wars research, but will not deploy SDI
Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev stated in a NBC News interview that the USSR is researching space defense like the United States but will not build or deploy an SDI. He urged reciprocal steps on long-range missiles, warned the US against brain drain, and defended Russia's emigration limits as national security matters.
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KanWork welfare reform proposal backs work training plan
A Topeka panel recommends a KanWork program to move welfare recipients from Aid to Families with Dependent Children into subsidized training in public or nonprofit settings. Participants aged 3 and up would join jobs with state wage support and aim for private sector employment, with cost estimates still in review.
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Polish referendum splits opinions on democracy and reform
In Warsaw the referendum on political and economic reform drew opposing readings. While two thirds backed the government, the turnout failed to reach a majority, prompting Solidarity to call for dialogue and a national debate on Poland’s crisis. The vote signals pressure for policy changes without granting a blank check.
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Derry Urban
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