UN debates AIDS threat to Africa and peace
The United Nations Security Council opened its first debate on AIDS as a threat to African peace with Vice President Al Gore expected to address the session. Ambassador Holbrooke said the meeting aims to redefine security and announce new U.S. commitments while officials note Africa bears over 30 percent of HIV cases and 60 percent of AIDS deaths globally. High infection rates strain governance and security, prompting calls for prevention, vaccines, treatment, and donor funding to reduce infections among ages 15 to 24 by 25 percent before 2005.
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Customs Inspectors Seize Imported Drugs Surge at Online Pharmacies
The U S Customs Service reports a sharp rise in seized prescription drugs imported from overseas via the Internet. In 1997 it intercepted 9 725 packages containing prescription drugs, about 45 times the 1996 total, with 1 9 million pills and tablets seized overall. Officials warn many sites offer non compliant or unapproved medicines shipped in discreet envelopes, highlighting enforcement challenges as online markets grow.
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Peace talks between Israel and Syria stall in Dull Shepherdstown recess
President Clinton pressed for narrowing gaps in difficult issues as Israeli Prime Minister Barak and Syrian Foreign Minister al Sharaa prepared for possible further meetings. Officials said no deal was expected, with delegates uncertain about continuing working group talks and timing for more face to face talks at month end. Damascus maintains demand for Israeli withdrawal to the June 4 1967 border as a condition.
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Cuban boy may testify before House committee
Elian Gonzalez fate remains in limbo as INS moves to send him to Cuba by January 14 and President Clinton with Janet Reno express support. Rep. Dan Burton subpoenaed a February 10 testimony before a House committee, potentially delaying the return amid city protests in Little Havana and anti Castro demonstrations.
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Elderly suffer fewer violent crimes, study shows
The Justice Department reports elderly Americans aged 65 and older face far fewer violent crimes than those 2 to 64. From 1982 to 1997, 5.3 per 1,000 elderly suffered violence, versus 56 per 1,000 younger people. Elderly victims mainly faced daytime incidents and many stayed home at night.
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