Hostages reveal abuse and near death stories in Lebanon
In Wiesbaden and across outlets, released hostages including Terry Anderson Joseph Cicippio and Alann Steen recount brutal beatings brain damage frost bite and death witnessed in captivity. Detailing years of mistreatment the survivors describe despair and moments of faith humor and courage as disclosures unfold and officials acknowledge earlier silences.
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Wiesbaden
Germany
Terry Anderson
Joseph Cicippio
Alann Steen
U.S
Lebanon
President leads somber Pearl Harbor memorial tribute
President Bush led a dawn national tribute at Pearl Harbor honoring World War II dead and survivors. He recalled the firestorm at sea, praised American bravery, and shared grief with survivors and families at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. Aerial missing man formations and flowers over Arizona accompanied the ceremony.
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Pearl Harbor
Hawaii
Bush
U.S
Pacific Ocean
Pacific
National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific
Japan marks Pearl Harbor anniversary amid political debate
On the 50th anniversary of Pearl Harbor Japanese crowds marched against war while scholars warned against renewed militarism. Officials expressed remorse but the government held no formal commemorations. A parliamentary remorse resolution was dropped by conservatives. In Hawaii, President Bush apologized for Japanese internment but reiterated no apologies for Pearl Harbor or atomic bombings.
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U. S. Pacific
Bush
Michio Watanabe
Japan
United States of America
Tokyo
Pearl Harbor
United States
Hawaii
Pacific Fleet
Pressure mounts on Smith to testify in Palm Beach case
Experts say the accuser s emotional testimony increases pressure on William Kennedy Smith to tell a credible, consistent version under hostile questioning. F Lee Bailey calls the witness superb, while defense counsel expect Smith to testify with help from forensic and acoustics experts to counter inconsistencies with prior police statements.
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West Palm Beach, Fla
William Kennedy Smith
F. Lee Bailey
Yers
Smith
Edward M. Kennedy
D-Mass
Palm Beach
Douglas Williams
Miami
Williams
Roy Black
Smyth
Black
Arab Americans cheer hostage release aiding peace efforts
Arab-Americans in northeast Ohio welcomed the release of Terry Anderson and other hostages. They say the ongoing hostage crisis unfairly stigmatizes Arabs and hampers peace efforts, while expressing relief and hoping for calmer relations. Local figures in Cuyahoga and Lorain counties note their small but visible communities and condemn the kidnappers.
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Terry Anderson
Sam Awad
Arab-American Action Committee
Ohio
Lorain
Cuyahoga
Awad
Cuyahoga County
Westlake
Rocky River
Lorain County
Anderson Territory
Veep reshapes image via competitiveness council
Dan Quayle uses the Administration's Council on Competitiveness to reframe public and political perception. Rumors swirl about Hollywood entertainers with AIDS including Madonna and Elizabeth Taylor. The Carnegie Foundation backs a "network of support" to aid children's education.
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Veep
Dan Quayle
Council On Competitiveness
A-6
Madonna
Elizabeth Taylor
Hollywood
Carnegie Foundation
First Loss for Vikings in Convocation Centre Opener
The Cleveland State Vikings fell to Michigan in the Convocation Centre debut, marking the first game in the new arena. Michigan edged CSU in a closely contested season opener at home.
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Cleveland State Vikings
Michigan
Twelve Holiday Stresses Explored Beyond the 12 Days
A light column examines twelve pressures of the season beyond the familiar carol. It notes shopping fatigue travel delays family expectations and time crunches affecting mood and plans. The piece invites readers to share coping ideas and practical tips for balance.
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Arizona Memorial
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