Rebels claim Pol Pot captured ending Khmer Rouge era
Norodom Ranariddh and Hun Sen jointly announced Pol Pot's capture in Cambodia's northern jungles near Anlong Veng. They offered no proof but said the arrest marks the end of both the political and military Khmer Rouge movement. Cambodia will seek a U.N. tribunal for Pol Pot's case.
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Yeltsin Ties With Global Titans Sharpened At Summit
The Associated Press reports Boris Yeltsin, now embraced by capitalism's elite, joins President Clinton and seven partners at the Summit of the Highs to tackle global threats. Agenda centers on terrorism aging workers drug smuggling global warming and international crime with two hot spots looming Dayton Bosnia and Middle East peace. The Russian leader gains support from industrialized democracies for his struggling economy.
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Tobacco deal faces scrutiny in Washington pact with tobacco firms
Anti smoking forces won concessions in a multibillion dollar settlement but Congress and President Clinton can still reject all or part of the 360 billion agreement. The deal would impose warning labels, restrict ads, and regulate nicotine while funding anti smoking campaigns and healthcare for uninsured children.
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Weather outlook with scattered storms and warm spell
The forecast shows a warm humid period with a chance of thunder, showers possible Sunday morning then partial sun in the afternoon. Monday through Tuesday bring mostly sunny, pleasant to warm conditions with low temperatures in the mid 50s to mid 60s and highs near 77 to 78. Wednesday turns more humid with some showers as highs reach the low 80s.
Presbyterians vote to loosen chastity rule for clergy
Leaders of the Presbyterian Church (USA) with about 2.7 million members voted to alter the fidelity or chastity amendment governing who may hold ordained office. The measure, approved 328 to 217, loosens restrictions but does not authorize ordaining gays and lesbians. It now goes to presbyteries for final approval. Amendment B takes effect at assembly's close.
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NASA eyes Glenn return to space mission possibility
NASA and Sen. John Glenn discuss a second spaceflight 35 years after his Mercury 6 orbit. If approved, the 75-year-old Democrat would become the oldest person in orbit, surpassing Story Musgrave. A policy change concerning civilians would be required.
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Megan Kanka killer sentenced to death in New Jersey
The killer, Jesse Timmendequas, was sentenced to death by a Trenton jury after two days of deliberation for the rape and murder of Megan Kanka, a case that spurred a national push for sex offender laws. An Aug. execution was set as appeals are expected to take years.
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Law push on sex offender notices spreads nationwide
The text notes outrage and state laws to notify the public about sex offenders, with New Jersey and most states enacting measures. It mentions President Clinton signing a national version last year.
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Kennedy affair probe under review by Norfolk DA
Robert Popeo, attorney for the family, urges DA Jeffrey Locke to drop the case as it lacks the young woman’s interest. Psychotherapists advised the 19 year old pursuing the case would harm her. Kennedy, son of Robert F. Kennedy, has not been charged. Locke’s office would not comment.
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