Japanese leader loses vote to keep power
Prime Minister Kiichi Miyazawa faced a no confidence defeat as Liberal Democratic Party members rebelled and joined the opposition. He dissolved parliament and called elections for July 18, amid public anger over corruption and reforms promised by the ruling party.
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City cable TV pulls plug on CNN
Adelphia Cable will remove CNN from the 11 channel basic service effective June 29 to free space for WSNR TV Channel 43. CNN will move to Channel 26 for extended subscribers at $23.95 monthly, Nostalgia Television moves from Channel 26, and the Cable Television Advisory Commission opposes the change.
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Second leap second added to atomic clocks in 18th rise
Boulder officials say June 30 will include an extra second to align atomic clocks with Earth's rotation. The 8 p.m. EDT adjustment occurs at the National Institute of Standards and Technology in Boulder and the U S Naval Observatory in Washington.
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General retires after criticising Clinton in Europe
Two star Air Force General Maj. Gen. Harold N. Campbell, who labeled President Clinton a pot smoker and womanizer, will retire July 1, pay a near $7,000 fine, and receive a reprimand after non-judicial punishment for disrespecting the president. Air Force chief Gen. Merrill McPeak says Campbell deeply regrets the remarks.
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Joygerm Parade Cancelled Amid Plans for Rally Next Year
Joygerm events in Spractice faced cancellation as organizers note the parade will not occur this year. Jeanne and Pete Bovenzi express disappointment, while founder White hints at a new inclusive rally and continued programs visiting nursing homes.
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Mohawk Airlines Surrenders Certificate and Plans Rebirth
Mohawk Airlines agreed to surrender its operating certificate and have its president leave the company. The FAA will consider a new certificate that could restore limited service by end of next week, with Mohawk dropping legal challenges. The Syracuse based carrier aims for a new start under bankruptcy.
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White House warns of rough ride on health care reform
In Woodstock Vermont the White House warns Democratic governors of a rough ride ahead in Congress as health care reform faces long, noisy battles. Ira Magaziner says the bill will be met with strong opposition while Hillary Clinton urges patience and flexibility under national guidelines. First Lady Hillary Clinton outlines core principles: quality care cost control and universal coverage.
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