Gingrich says doctors unfazed by GOP Medicare plan
GOP leaders promise a painless fix as a Coalition to Save Medicare rallies in the Senate, while Gingrich defends a plan to cut Medicare by 270 billion over seven years. critics warn hospitals could shut doors as per-person growth rises from 4800 to 6700 by 2002.
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Dems push telecom bill through primetime clash
In Washington the House moved toward a far reaching telecommunications bill amid debate over media ownership, rate deregulation, and Bell company entry into long distance. Opponents warn of higher rates and media consolidation while supporters claim lower prices and greater investment.
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Erin hurricane ends its rampage after two days
Hurricane Erin weakened to a tropical low after two days of fear and flooding across Florida and the Panhandle. In Lamplighter Village 300 residents faced 2 1/2 feet of water while many areas from Melbourne to Pensacola experienced power outages, wind damage, and widespread evacuations. Authorities projected insured losses up to 200 million dollars as emergency declarations extended aid.
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Five teens charged with murder in homeless man's fire
Five youths aged 12 to 19 were charged with murder for allegedly beating Albert Jackson sleeping on a park bench, dousing him with gasoline, and lighting him. Jackson died May 9 on the beach after the flames spread, and four of the youths face additional charges in a near fatal assault on another homeless man.
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Packwood Case Delayed as Two More Accusers Surface
Washington AP reports the Senate Ethics Committee postponed deliberations on Sen. Bob Packwood after two additional women formally accused him of sexual misconduct. The panel plans to use the recess to review the new allegations, keeping the record open despite earlier resistance to public hearings.
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