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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 2001
Page
3
A study published in January by the Geological Society estimates greater earthquake risk in California. Researchers say the basin is deeper, implying potential damage could be higher, though precise specifics require computer modeling. Gary Pusa of the U.S. Geological Survey comments on the findings.
The federal government will extend mental health coverage to its 9 million employees, aligning it with medical and physical illness protections. The move marks a milestone in equality of coverage, though critics warn that some state laws still limit access and that true parity remains incomplete.
The Country Music Hall of Fame plans a May opening for a new $37 million museum in downtown Nashville. The 40,000 square foot facility will be four times larger than the old site and sits near Music Row. Treasures packed include Elvis Presley’s gold Cadillac, Dolly Parton lyrics to Jolene, Mother Maybelle Carter’s guitar, and a Patsy Cline statue.
The United States signed a Rome treaty creating the International Criminal Court, despite Pentagon objections and Senate opposition. Clinton says the move signals U.S. support though not legally binding without Senate ratification. Israel followed suit, while critics in Congress including Sen. Jesse Helms vow to block ratification.
Herald Journal invites readers to report errors by calling deputy executive editor Tim Bunn at 470-2240 during weekday hours. Customer service for late deliveries operates 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 7:30 to 14:30 a.m. Sunday at 470-0050, with delivery guarantees and no-cost remedies.
In Castries Saint Lucia 11 assailants attacked worshippers at the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception during Sunday Mass injuring 13 and hospitalizing a number of victims. Police say the motive appears religiously motivated as attackers entered the church while many were receiving communion. Police detained one assailant after churchgoers captured him in the port town Cassies where over 400 attended Mass.
A three story Volendam complex host to around 709 revelers saw a New Year fire in the Little Heaven hall after midnight. Five died and about 130 were injured as teens leaped from windows and victims were pulled from smoke filled rooms. Most victims are aged 17 to 30 with many in critical condition.
A Taiwan tourist boat named Hai An attempted a direct crossing from Kinmen to China to mark the end of a 52 year ban on direct travel. After waves up to 20 feet and strong winds, the 20-ton vessel returned to port 30 minutes after departure, with captain Hong Ya-di postponing the trip to January 3.
Buckingham Palace says Princess Margaret 70 is ill and underwent medical tests after missing Christmas Eve and Day church services. A palace spokesman gave no details on illness or treatment. Margaret had been in Sandringham over the holidays with a doctor visiting Saturday and Sunday.
Albert J. Pirro Jr. surrendered to Eglin Federal Prison 12 days before the required date following a June tax evasion conviction. He, his wife Jeanine Pirro, and their circle kept the move quiet until reporters learned of the early report.
Adirondack Park Mountain Biking Initiative led by Lee Borland envisions a network of long interconnected trails similar to snowmobile routes in Old Forge to attract more tourists. The idea seeks state buy in while officials weigh potential environmental impacts and logistics.
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