GOP Retreat on Abortion Language in Housing Bill
House Republicans scrapped divisive anti abortion provisions from a 17 billion package of housing and environmental cuts to avoid a caucus rebellion. The measure would trim 7.2 billion from housing aid and curb youth jobs programs while targeting veterans and public broadcasting. Moderate Republicans had threatened to oppose the bill over abortion restrictions.
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Nevada test site fallout study urges cautious approach
Washington scientists argued that atomic bomb tests in the Nevada desert during 1951 posed civilian risks but must be weighed against defense needs. Newly released papers from a presidential panel reveal the effort to understand radiation exposure patterns from those detonations.
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Cisneros stays on job despite justice department request
Washington Secretary Henry Cisneros keeps his post with President Clinton backing after the Justice Department asks for a court appointed counsel to assess potential charges over statements to the FBI about payments to his former mistress. Clinton voiced confidence in Cisneros amid the probe.
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Epic clash of Bailey and Fuhrman fails to thrill trial watchers
In Los Angeles the anticipated epic cross examination of F Lee Bailey and Mark Fuhrman in the O J Simpson case yielded cautious questioning and little dramatic turn. Analysts say Fuhrman retains control, while Bailey’s lines insinuate but stop short of proving Fuhrman planted the glove or is racist.
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Victims of domestic violence challenge insurers over life policy denials
In Miami Beach in 1990 an abusive husband assaulted Jody. A later insurer denial citing past abuse triggered testimony to a panel of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. Advocates warned such refusals deter reporting and documenting abuse, risking decades of progress.
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