Railroads Struggle as France’s Debt Burdens SNCF
Paris AP reports France’s state rail network SNCF facing deep debt while workers push a nationwide strike into its ninth day. Public sector protests widen as teachers bank and airline staff join, with wage freezes and extended social security payments planned to cut a large deficit.
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House votes to end subsidies to Amtrak
The House approved a bill 406 to 4 to phase out federal operating subsidies for Amtrak and push a more businesslike approach. Amtrak President Thomas Downs called it the best vote in the House for the rail service, while Rep. Bud Shuster urged fundamental reform and greater autonomy over operations and finances.
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Mount Olympus rescues 30 as ship sinks in gale winds
In powerful seas off Halifax a Canadian navy helicopter saved all 30 aboard the Mount Olympus, including a lone woman who kissed her rescuer after being transferred to another vessel. Capt. Dan Burden said rough weather prevented lifeboat use as the 715foot carrier faced abandonment.
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Santas protest naughty N tests at French embassy
In Oslo a group of 15 Santa Clauses staged a peaceful protest outside the French Embassy against nuclear testing. Leader Johan Remmen mocked Jacques Chirac as naughty, urging Norwegians to avoid buying French goods this Christmas.
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Democrats fear Bosnia push could hurt Clinton in 1996 race
A 1995 analysis warns that Clinton's plan to send 20,000 US peacekeepers to Bosnia may backfire politically. Democrats fear a Republican tidal wave if the mission falters, while Republicans hedge with cautious support. Analysts note past foreign policy actions rarely boost polls unless national security threats are clear.
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Looting fear keeps thousands at home near Cerro Negro
Thousands of peasants in Leon and Corinto ignore evacuation orders as Cerro Negro rumbles. Civil defense prepared to evacuate up to 12,000 if eruption occurs while more than 4,000 families stay to protect property amid looting fears. ash and debris threaten crops and livestock evacuation efforts continue.
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