Japan Defense Minister Injured In Pentagon Incident
Japan's Defense Minister Fukushiro Nukaga and several aides were hurt when his limousine was knocked by an anti terrorism barrier as it tried to enter the Pentagon. Pentagon officials said the extent of injuries was unclear and medical teams transported the group to a nearby hospital.
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Water tank bursts wreck homes in Westminster Calif
A 5 million gallon water storage tank ruptured early today sending millions of gallons of water through a Westminster neighborhood. At least 50 structures were damaged or destroyed and several people were injured.
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Georges pounds Caribbean with strong winds and surf
Hurricane Georges lashed the north east Caribbean with up to 130 mph winds and 20 foot seas. Puerto Rico and the U S Virgin Islands ordered shelters opened as governors warned of expected damage and emergency teams arrived for support.
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Jerry Jarrell
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Clinton urges global fight on terrorism at UN
President Clinton told the General Assembly that terrorism is a threat to all humankind and urged a worldwide anti terror coalition. He said the United States will seek 1.8 billion dollars for embassy security and damage repair in Kenya and Tanzania and met with Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif amid stalled India Pakistan talks.
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U S Embassy again caught in Liberia crossfire showdown
In Monrovia the US Embassy shelters Roosevelt Johnson, rival of President Charles Taylor, amid gunbattles that killed 47. Johnson and his wounded son seek safety as American troops guard the fortified lobby. Washington works to avoid handing over the warlord while Taylor presses for his capture.
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Guatemalan airport resumes flights after Pacaya activity
Guatemala Citys La Aurora airport returns to normal operations as ash from Pacaya volcano dims. Authorities reported flights resumed Friday after ashfall on runways forced suspensions affecting regional travel and local evacuation efforts.
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