Florida jury could award record punitive damages in tobacco trial
A Miami jury in the landmark Florida tobacco case may set a new U.S. punitive damages record. Closing arguments begin today as smokers seek billions from the five largest cigarette makers. Attorneys cite potential awards from 150 to 300 billion dollars, with industry impact and appeals likely to follow.
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Woman hit with concrete block during purse snatch attempt
A 25 year old New York woman Tiffany Goldberg was struck by a five pound concrete block as a man tried to steal her purse. She suffered a fractured skull and other injuries and is hospitalized in critical condition. Mayor Giuliani called the incident terrible. The block was found nearby.
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Fungus devastates New York tomato crop in wet season
State agriculture officials confirm a moisture loving fungus linked to late blight has wiped out a New York farmer's tomato crop. The disease, related to the potato blight, thrives in wet spring and summer weather and spreads via airborne spores, with Washington Oregon Nebraska and North Dakota also reporting problems. Tomatoes valued at 13.5 million dollars in 1998 face rising threats despite past fungicide success.
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Gas prices dip nationwide after extended climb
CAMARILLO Calif Gas prices fell an average of 4.45 cents per gallon over the past two weeks marking the first sustained decline since a surge began two months ago. The Lundberg Survey reported a national average of 1.67 dollars per gallon at 10 000 stations on Friday with self serve regular in Chicago at 2.13 dollars per gallon earlier in the period.
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Officials say Clinton to decide on missile plan
Washington Clinton administration officials said they expect the president will decide whether to proceed with the next phase of a national missile defense system. Senators questioned the spending billions after a failed test and noted terrorism on the ground may pose greater threats. Secretary Albright called delaying the decision irresponsible.
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NAACP urged delegates to vote at convention
NAACP Chairman Julian Bond urged about 2,000 delegates at the 91st annual convention to use their vote this November. He warned a conservative Supreme Court shift could hurt civil rights and said the boycott of South Carolina would continue despite the flag being lowered from the Statehouse.
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Protestant leaders vow second week of street violence in Portadown
Protestants vow further violent street protests if they cannot parade through Portadown's Catholic neighborhood. Unrest flared in Belfast districts as tensions rise ahead of Wednesday parades marking the 1690 triumph.
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U S and North Korea Resume Missile Talks in Kuala Lumpur
In Kuala Lumpur Malaysia US and North Korean officials greeted each other warmly as talks on Pyongyangs missile program resumed. Robert Einhorn the assistant secretary of state for nonproliferation said the discussion could move step by step toward an improved relationship. Talks were to reconvene Tuesday at the US Embassy with no formal closing comments made.
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Pope denounces Rome gay pride event during Holy Year
Pope John Paul II voiced bitterness over a Rome gay pride festival ending during the Holy Year, calling it an affront to the church and to Christian values of the city. He spoke from a balcony overlooking St. Peter's Square, urging reverence for Catholic tradition.
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Hollywood Embraces Web Reviews in New Tech Section
This Wednesday the weekly Technology section dives into the film world as big screen meets small screen. Hollywood embraces online reviews background info and film scenes to reach audiences through the Web.
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