OAS to Debate Cuba Embargo at Costa Rica Meeting
The Organization of American States plans to take up the 11 year Cuba embargo in a 12 day Costa Rica session starting Wednesday. Officials expect possible repeal or weakening, though some Latin diplomats doubt success. The U.S. backs change for the first time, while a freedom of action proposal may replace outright repeal to keep the embargo intact.
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Paraguay
Israeli jets strike Ein Helweh refugee camp in Lebanon
Four people were killed and 22 wounded when Israeli planes attacked the Ein Helweh refugee camp near Sidon. Rockets from Lebanon hit Nahariya, wounding two women. Rabin updated the cabinet after meeting Kissinger as Israel seeks clarification and negotiation toward a positive conclusion. Palestinian guerrillas claimed hits on Israeli Phantom jets. one plane was said to crash in the Mediterranean.
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Beirut
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Mediterranean
Portugal's PPD ready to quit government over demands
Portugal's second largest party the centrist Popular Democrats PPD plans to withdraw from the government after its demands for free press and democratic guarantees go unmet Premier Vasco Goncalves told PPD leaders the list could not be satisfied An official said a withdrawal statement was being prepared for Wednesday.
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Rio Maior
Grand Master Title Rules Show Chess Elite Paths
The World Chess Federation awards the grand master title automatically to world champions and for strong showings in Candidates Matches or other top tournaments. Criteria include 55 percent against grand masters, 75 percent against international masters, and 85 percent against others, with five year eligibility. Nations vie for counts of grand masters, as the U S has 12, USSR 35, England none. Walter Browne earned his grand master title in 1970.
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United States
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England
U.S
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Kenneth Frey
Mexico
Browne
Chess Life and Review
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Frey Browne Ee
Black
Indian court sets date on Gandhi appeal
The Supreme Court of India will begin hearings on August 11 for Prime Minister Indira Gandhi’s appeal of her conviction for election law violations. Raj Narain’s counsel cannot attend before Aug. 11 due to other cases in Bombay. The trial related to Gandhi’s 1971 campaign and government official usage could last three to four weeks.
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Allahabad
British police foil IRA death plot plans in Britain raid
British police uncover partly burned documents in a Liverpool raid detailing IRA Provisional wing plans to bomb London and Midlands regions if Northern Ireland ceasefire fails. The London Sun cites plans to shoot British judges and policemen amid months of preparatory activity.
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Dublin
SCC bound students urged to apply soon
Scottsdale Community College asks prospective fall attendees to file their admission applications this month. Early submission helps the Admissions Office prepare registration materials and packets for registration day. All for credit students must apply. out of state applicants pay a nonrefundable $5 fee. Information and materials are available at the SCC Admissions Office.
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Recession era chiselers hit utilities with scams and meters
Utilities face rising losses from phony cards and blue boxes used to dodge charges. Phoenix police and Sierra Vista arrests highlight organized effort. residents also bypass water and electric meters risking fines and jail. Utilities deploy detection software as fines reach 300 dollars and 60 days.
Japan faces obstacles as move to rural industry slows
The government aims to relocate factories from Tokyo Nagoya and Osaka to rural areas along central Japan's Pacific coast. Despite 93 relocation aid claims and about 80 percent moving since 1972, protests and an economic slowdown hinder expansion.
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Noboru Nishifuji
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