Lebanese refugee camps labeled breeding grounds for terrorists
Report highlights claim that refugee camps in Lebanon are being used to train and house terrorists. Officials warn of rising security risks linked to militant networks in border areas. Authorities urge vigilance while calls for international aid and oversight grow.
Farm Bill and Topics Dominate Whittaker Visit
Rep. Bob Whittaker in Ottawa discusses the farm bill praise for Sen. Bob Dole and criticism of Dan Glickman and Jim Slattery for opposing it. He warns midwest limits on support, cites needed aid distribution, notes a late March window for young farmers, and links Gramm Rudman SDI and Libya issues to broader budget and defense priorities.
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Interferon Nose Spray Promises Cold Prevention
Studies show a nose spray made from interferon reduced cold transmissions in households by about 40 percent though not foolproof. Schering Corp plans an FDA review for prescription use, pending safety and pricing considerations. Engineers fixed a faulty valve and NASA aims to launch shuttle Columbia on Friday after six previous delays.
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Lawmakers doubt support for Carlin agreorg plan
In Topeka Kansas lawmakers from the state House and Senate agriculture committees voiced little backing for Governor John Carlin's bid to reorganize the state agricultural agency. Sen. Jim Allen and Rep. Lloyd Polson criticized the plan at the annual Board of Agriculture meeting, urging the status quo as a 300-strong audience watched.
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Reagan Orders Freeze of Libyan Assets in U.S. Banks
President Reagan broadens sanctions by freezing Libyan government assets in U.S. banks under a national emergency. The move aims to curb Libyan economic activity and pressure Khadafy after terrorist attacks linked to Libya. Officials say the freeze is not a seizure and could prompt Libyan retaliation against American interests abroad.
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NATO Allies Resume Stance Against U.S. Sanctions
Washington confronts tepid European reaction as Reagan seeks punitive Libyan measures. US sanctions face opposition from West Germany Britain and Italy while allies resist punitive steps in Central America.
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