Iowa may move date of presidential caucuses
Iowa Republicans and Democrats weigh moving caucuses earlier or separate nights to influence the 2000 nominating calendar. Leaders warn against January shifts but seek to stay first in line. Early tests shape candidate attention, spending, and media coverage nationwide.
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Summit May Heal U S China Relations
President Clinton aims to use the upcoming summit with Jiang Zemin to revive broad U S China ties amid divisions. A package of modest summit deliverables on law enforcement and the environment is planned, with no expected progress on trade or human rights. A centerpiece would be halting nuclear exports to Iran and others, potentially enabling reactor sales to China. Jiang hopes for improved relations through face to face talks, noting the meeting could shape the twentieth century.
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Rules aimed at improving quality of mammograms
Washington AP President Clinton and the first lady urged women to get regular mammograms as new FDA rules raise quality-control standards for mammography facilities. Clinton cited doubled funding for research and treatment and noted genes offer hope for a cure. About 35 percent failed initial accreditation in 1995.
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Plains blizzard strands travelers across West
A severe early season blizzard shuts down vast routes across the western Plains. Up to 3 feet of wind driven snow closes hundreds of miles of highways. Denver to Last Chance trip halts 25 miles east of Denver. Rescue crews mobilize as governors declare emergency. 1600 snow plows active, power outages reported, and snow extends to the Texas Panhandle with 50 mph winds.
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