Massive BC wilderness protections target 2.5 million acres
A Wednesday agreement among British Columbia officials mining firms environmentalists and Indian groups pledges to shield over 2.5 million acres of largely pristine Rockies terrain from development in a bid to preserve vast wilderness larger than Yellowstone. Elsewhere in the Middle East Guerrillas attacked an Israeli post in southern Lebanon killing two soldiers and a Lebanese militiaman while wounding six others claiming Hezbollah responsibility for the assaults and a separate rocket strike.
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Pauline Threatens Acapulco With High Winds And Seas
Hurricane Pauline pounded the Pacific coast with 115 mph winds and 30 foot seas as it moved toward Acapulco and Huatulco. The storm damaged hotels and villages leaving roofless homes. Communication along the coast was cut but there were no immediate reports of injuries or deaths.
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New Sewing Machines on Sale at Tri County Center
Tri County Sewing Center announces an inventory sale in Baldwinsville New York featuring Husqvarna Viking and White models. Prices start at 88 dollars with warranties up to 20 years and several machines suitable for home, school, or professional use. The event runs Saturday October 11 and Sunday October 12 with various payment options and financing on site.
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Army to court-martial Sgt Maj. Gene McKinney on misconduct charges
The Army will court-martial Sgt. Maj. of the Army Gene McKinney over harassment and assault accusations by six service members. McKinney, a 29 year veteran, denies the charges and claims racial bias. An arraignment is upcoming with no trial date set.
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High court weighs government TV access in debate case
The Supreme Court heard arguments on whether a government owned TV network that sponsors candidate debates can exclude a fringe candidate without violating the First Amendment. The Arkansas state commission runs a five station network. a federal appeals court ruled excluding an independent candidate from a 1992 congressional debate violated free speech. The decision could affect many public stations and other state run institutions that invite or limit speakers.
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Surgeon general hopeful urges exercise and nutrition push
Dr. David Satcher told a Senate confirmation hearing he would fight smoking as the top public health issue and push for a tobacco settlement aimed at keeping children from starting. He urged personal responsibility through exercise and better diet as central to improving national health.
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Diplomat pleads guilty in teen death case
Gueorgui Makharadze, an embassy official from Georgia, pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter and aggravated assault after a drunken driving incident that killed a teenage girl and injured four others. He lost immunity last February, is held without bond, and faces up to 70 years in prison at sentencing on December 19.
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IRS workers recoil as Senate hearings draw fire
IRS employees across the country fault the Finance Committee hearings for widening blame on 102,000 workers. They depict morale low after three years of budget cuts and staff reductions, with some describing the testimony as unfairly broad and unrepresentative.
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