Amerasians face life struggles in Vietnam and beyond
In Ho Chi Minh City Amerasian children with mixed heritage endure prejudice and bureaucratic hurdles as they seek exit from Vietnam. Officials warn plans depend on case by case review, while US citizenship for these children remains uncertain and support is limited. About 2,000 Amerasians exist in Vietnam with 1,100 possible Americans and 75 documented, amid a broader 4,000 unassimilated youths likely wishing to emigrate.
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British climbers vanish on Everest east ridge
Two leading British climbers Peter Boardman and Joe Tasker are presumed dead after vanishing near 27,000 feet on the unclimbed east-north east ridge of Mount Everest. Radio contact was lost May 17 as they prepared to surmount a second rock and ice pinnacle.
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Former supermodel turns English innkeeper in Penzance
Jean Shrimpton once helped popularize the miniskirt and now runs a 17th century hotel in Penzance with husband Michael Cox. She says fame is ridiculous and focuses on bookkeeping and caretaking while turning down a $30,000 TV offer. She might model again if needed for repairs or roof work.
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Attorney says Lopez settles with Udkos in undisclosed sum
The Udkos through attorney Joel Goldman say Lopez agreed to an undisclosed payment to Manuel and Selma Udko after they sought 40 000 in general damages and 1 million in punitive damages in a Superior Court suit. In London Prince Charles startled security during a Battersea Park handicap fair ride.
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