Airlines form alliances to cut costs and attract travelers
Large U S carriers announce marketing and routing alliances linking American with US Airways and other pairs, aiming to reduce costs and lure Internet shoppers. Critics warn fares may rise as competition wanes, while pilots unions and officials weigh approval. Sky may be changing as consumers gain better mileage perks and schedule harmonization.
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Clinton and Congress face spending standoff over aid
The Defense Department plans contingency cuts and furloughs as House and Senate negotiate a $3 billion vs $5 billion emergency spending bill. IMF funding tied to disaster aid and troops overseas delays loom. Democrats warn against partisan moves, while talks center on abortion-related veto risks and U.N. dues. Senate vote expected next week.
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Doctor: Ray would have gained years with transplant
Medical examiner Dr Cyril Wecht said James Earl Ray likely could have lived longer with a liver transplant after his autopsy in Nashville Tennessee. He noted Ray 70 died after 16 months of failing health from liver failure due to chronic hepatitis.
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Fortier urged for 11 year minimum in Oklahoma City bombing case
Prosecutors say Fortier did not help plan the 1995 attack but knew it was coming and should serve at least 11 years. He faces sentencing May 27 for failing to warn authorities and for lying to the FBI. He admitted hiding evidence and trafficking in firearms allegedly stolen to fund the bombing that killed 168 and wounded 500+.
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Mother who refused baby finally takes the child home
In Memphis Tennessee LaDonna Harris 23 retrieved the baby she had labeled ugly after a hospital mix up. She had taken another woman's child home two weeks earlier and DNA tests on Friday confirmed the switch. Bridget Thomas 27 had earlier claimed the correct baby.
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Couple married while handcuffed on way to prison
Desiree Elliott and Robert Lewis wed while handcuffed, choosing vows before jail. Lewis, 33, pleaded guilty in a separate case for robbing an elderly man and breaking his foot. He was sentenced to seven years. conjugal visit hopes fade as the bride serves about three more years.
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Woman pleads guilty to misusing state pork-barrel funds
Susann Carter Rea Pips, 31, of Troy, admitted falsifying a voucher tied to a $50 000 pork-barrel grant used to launch the New York State Sport Horse Association. State Sen. Joseph Bruno aided the effort. authorities say much of the money funded personal expenses and she agreed to repay 86547 plus return office equipment. Critics call for tighter oversight amid rising pork-barrel spending in the latest state budget.
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