Weather outlook turns cloudy with chilly temps ahead
A National Weather Service forecaster at Hancock Airport warns of tonight’s clouding skies and a low in the mid 20s. Highs near 40 tomorrow with a 40 percent chance of snow flurries. Friday remains partly cloudy, with rain likely Saturday and Sunday. Lows 30s, highs upper 40s through Sunday.
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Bomb kills 10 as Assam unrest widens in India
Ten people died when a bomb exploded in strife torn Assam state. Prime Minister Indira Gandhi visited a nearby refugee camp about 100 miles away to show concern for victims of ethnic violence.
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Protests Across Israel Mark Land Seizure Anniversary
Thousands of Arab demonstrators marched in northern Israel chanting PLO slogans to mark the seizure of Arab land seven years earlier. Police reported 11 injuries in protests in the occupied West Bank. Separately a hand grenade exploded in Shefar'am, killing a 7 year old and wounding two children playing with the device.
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White eggs prompt New England farmers clash with fast food chain
In Concord New Hampshire the AP reports a promotion by a fast food chain offering thousands of fresh white eggs has drawn ire from brown egg farmers in New England who say the plan undercuts market pricing and challenges industry norms.
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Lottery winners in Albany post daily numbers draw
ALBANY AP says the top numbers reveal the daily numbers winner 179 and the Win Four sequence 3648. No further details on prizes or winners were provided.
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Today's features Today's chuckle If you complain about farmers
A light column offers a wry proverb about complaining while eating, noting farmers deserve respect and attention. The piece uses a playful tone to remind readers to curb critique when meals are involved and to consider practical matters before speaking.
Marine father drills tough resolve into two injured children
Richard Crandall Jr. recalls Marine training as he consoles Regina five and Ricky three after a second floor fire. Firefighters rescued them from a smoke filled room at 464 Shennard St. Regina remains fair, Ricky serious in PICU. Firefighters John Cowin and Thomas Finnie visited the family. Cowin notes Finnie’s habit of visiting those he rescues.
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Reagan proposes interim arms cut in Europe talks
President Reagan urged the Soviet Union to join an interim agreement to reduce warheads on medium range missiles in Europe, stressing fewer warheads are preferable to none. He spoke to NATO ambassadors and stressed the zero option had been rejected by Moscow, aiming to break 18 month deadlock in Geneva.
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Economic leaders flag slower February gains in broad index
Washington reports the Leading Index of Economic Indicators rose 1.4 percent in February marking the sixth monthly rise. While January’s revised 3.5 percent gain dwarfs February, economists see a continuing recovery from the 1981-82 recession though deficits and higher interest rates could temper the upturn. The index tracks 12 statistics, with February led by money supply gains and improved stock prices and building permits, while weaker readings appeared in average work week and orders for new plants and consumer goods. Two components were not yet available for February.
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Britain offers to cut key North Sea oil prices
Britain proposes cutting North Sea oil prices by 50 to 74 cents a barrel, with Forties at 29.76, and Brent at 30.00. Nigeria previously trimmed its price to 30, risking a wider OPEC price war and a potential market destabilization. The plan awaits acceptance by state oil customers before taking effect.
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Chef Kiss Crafts Massive Chocolate Easter Egg in Chicago
Chef Janos Kiss decorates a seven foot tall Easter egg weighing 300 pounds of chocolate at a Chicago hotel. The giant egg will backdrop an Easter egg hunt for underprivileged children hosted by the venue and organizers.
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