Rushdie death threat dispute eases amid Bosnia focus
Iran's foreign minister said Tehran no longer intends to dispatch assassins to Europe to kill Salman Rushdie. The uproar over The Satanic Verses drew Western reactions and protests, while diplomats cooled tensions. Still, Rushdie remains in hiding as threats linger and global interest shifts.
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Death of Dorothy King's Babies and a Jury’s Hearing
A 1964 and 1967 child deaths case against Dorothy Mae King in Auburn returns to court. Prosecutors say King killed Thomas Hare Jr and William Hare, while her lawyer argues long delays and missing autopsy witnesses undermine the case. The defense asserts evidence gaps and asks for dismissal, but a jury could hear the details to determine guilt.
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Cigarette Ad Ban Enforced In U S Sports Broadcasts
The U S Justice Department steps up enforcement of the 1971 ban on cigarette ads on airwaves. Philip Morris ads drew scrutiny as cameras often show billboards at televised sports events. Frank Hunger notes some violations as flagrant, leading to a settlement to remove ads from view.
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More kindness not more prisons in crisis floods aid
Rick Olanoff of Syracuse argues for community support over punitive measures as floods hit the Midwest and inmates in Illinois assist with 12 hour shifts. He urges media to spotlight acts of kindness that bond strangers and reduce crime by giving education, guidance, and opportunity to at risk individuals.
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NiMe game leaves Liverpool residents in five hour outage
Last Friday storms caused a five hour power outage on Longbranch Road in Liverpool. Niagara Mohawk crews fixed a blown fuse in minutes after arriving at 11 p.m. Critics blame top brass for staffing cuts and stockholder bonuses while public service regulators are accused of allowing higher rates and merit pay for executives.
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Henninger High students urge more recycling over burning waste
Henninger High School students led Environmental Awareness Week urging OCRRA and county residents to stop burning plastic and cardboard in Rock Cut Road incinerator. They propose reusable bins and cardboard recycling, seeking practical solutions through joint county efforts.
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Saline Warrior as SU Mascot Choice Debate Intensifies
Charles H. English of Camden urges Syracuse University to revive the Saline Warrior as a mascot, arguing the Indian name honors courage and tenacity. He notes SU narrowed candidates to about six and hopes for revival despite calls for restraint.
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Clarence Jordan and Rescue Mission Leaders Inspire Community
A letter praising Clarence Jordan and the Rescue Mission highlights their years of service to the needy in Central New York. The writer credits Jordan and his staff with spiritual wisdom and daily dedication, noting his daughter Heather was in the Youth Corps' first graduating class and urging support despite recent funding challenges.
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