Contras press large pre-dawn assault in mining region
In Nicaragua's Limna, Rosita, and Bonanza mining district, Sandinista troops beat back a major Contra offensive doubling as the war escalates. Contra claim over 7,000 fighters attacked. authorities report 2,900 rebels with 10 casualties. Victims and exact counts remain unclear amid ongoing negotiations in Santo Domingo.
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Last minute shoppers chase choices this holiday weekend
Crowds were not the issue for late shoppers in Syracuse as last minute crowds appeared mild. Shoppers complained of limited stocking staff and product choices while navigating Sunday afternoon shopping. Rosalie Pullman, Syracuse, noted the moment.
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Bethlehem cancels non religious Christmas events amid unrest
Arab residents of Bethlehem protest army clashes by delaying festivities including a Scouts parade and Christmas Eve party. Mayor Elias Freij said the curtailment marks a rare move since 1967. A Arab news agency cited injuries from Israeli fire, while Druze in the Golan joined the strike.
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Ships Sink Off Philippines With 1500 Feared Lost
The Dona Paz passenger ship collided with the MT Victor oil tanker near Minioro island 110 miles south of Manila. About 1,490 to 1,500 missing, feared drowned, as 26 survivors were rescued and rescue helicopters found no other survivors amid sharks. The Dona Paz was bound for Manila from Tacloban with up to 2,200 capacity, carrying 1,493 reported aboard. The Victor also sank after the collision. oil aboard threatened a broader disaster.
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Congress clears final hurdles for budget passage
Congress edges toward final votes on a $600 billion fiscal 1988 spending package and a $22.6 billion deficit reduction plan. A Sunday session produced approval of a spending extension, with leaders saying all major hurdles have been cleared, including $8.1 million in non weapons aid to the Contras through February.
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