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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1998
Page
3
Jakarta Indonesia Parliament leaders plan to ask President Suharto to step down after a week of deadly riots. Speaker Har Mok MO said the four factions in Parliament would meet Tuesday to urge the 76 year old leader, who has led Indonesia for 32 years, to resign as Asia's longest serving leader.
Jaswant Singh of the Bharatiya Janata Party asserts India and Pakistan may act to defend themselves under a framework of equal and legitimate security concerns. Pakistan's Gohar Ayub Khan says Islamabad will test in response to India's prior tests. U.S. lawmakers discuss easing sanctions to aid Pakistan's conventional forces, including potential sale of 28 F-16 fighters.
The giant jackpot continues to climb with Wednesday's drawing, triggering another flurry of ticket purchases as players chase the potential win. Strong entities include Jackpot, Wednesday, and ticket buyers across the region.
At a six day European tour Clinton aimed for goodwill and conciliation amid tensions with allies and domestic hurdles. He praised Kohl and Hashimoto, urged decisive reform in Japan, and noted Russia’s cooperation on Iran related issues while Congress stalled IMF funding and UN dues.
At the summit, India condemned nuclear tests but rejected sanctions. Indonesia urged calm and IMF World Bank aid. Middle East support backed US pushes for Israeli Palestinain accord. Northern Ireland welcomed the peace deal and urged vote support. Asian crisis officials pledged action to protect the vulnerable.
Secretary of State Madeleine Albright prepared to meet Yasser Arafat in London amid a push to persuade Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to cede more West Bank territory. Netanyahu warned that Israel must determine its own security needs as U.S. efforts to press for concessions continue. In New York, Mayor Giuliani contrasted U S support with militant rhetoric, while Vice President Gore restated unwavering backing for Israel's security.
The FBI reported a sixth straight annual drop in serious crime in 1997 across all regions led by a more than 10 percent fall in murder in large cities and suburban counties. Attorney General Janet Reno warned Americans may become complacent as new criminal challenges arise.
A compilation of crimes reported to the FBI across communities in the state. The brief notes various offenses and the locations where incidents were logged, outlining patterns and ongoing investigations.
Architect Friedrich St Florian of Providence Alabama unveiled a humbler redesign for the national World War II memorial. The plan excludes the bold columns and broad embankments that sparked controversy. The revised design sits between the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial on what officials call a village green.
The California bullfrog "Pretty Lady" won against 2,000 competitors Sunday with a leap of 19 feet 4 inches. The event highlighted the frog's notable hind leg power and display.
The study finds 4.7 million children qualify for Medicaid, up from about 3 million, as states begin enrolling kids in a new health insurance program for those previously missed. It notes earlier estimates missed those eligible due to state expanded eligibility beyond federal minimums.
Monica Lewinsky and her family met with lawyers two days after a federal appeals court declined to intervene on immunity from prosecution. Independent counsel Kenneth Starr continues to investigate Lewinsky's relationship with President Clinton, including whether they had sex and if she was asked to lie.
Negotiators press toward a six year 200 billion plan to fund highway and mass transit projects. Sen. John Chafee and Rep. Bud Shuster report progress, but no final figures or state allocations disclosed.
Congressional Republicans press a China satellite exports inquiry tracing influence on decision linked to donations and Justice Department probe. The text notes India nuclear testing and a Clinton waiver approving satellite transfers, with critics alleging ballistic missile tech aid to China.
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