Grand jury questions Meese on North actions in Iran Contra
The grand jury heard that White House aides said Edwin Meese III approved Oliver North s actions in backing the Nicaraguan Contras, despite a congressional ban on military aid. NSC staffers alleging complaints brought to Poindexter via aides described meetings where the attorney general supposedly said it was legal. The specifics and truth of the claimed opinion remain unconfirmed.
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Two Scandinavian Tankers Hit by Iranian Gunboats in Persian Gulf
Iranian gunboats attacked two Scandinavian supertankers in the central Persian Gulf early Saturday. One Norwegian engineer suffered critical burns while both ships caught fire. two crew members were lightly injured. The Mia Margrethe and Stena Concordia were targeted within about an hour of each other as tensions in the region rose amid ongoing conflict relations.
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Earhart’s Disappearance Still Fascinates Half Century On
A Honolulu inquiry revisits Amelia Earhart’s 1937 missing flight toward Howland Island. The article traces her round the world attempt, the final radio exchanges with the Itasca, and varied theories from a simple accident to possible espionage. It cites navigator Fred Noonan, the Tiasea vessel, and observer opinions, with a note to turn to page A-6 for further speculation.
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Weekend Outlook Shifts Toward Sunshine Across Region
The forecast calls for mostly sunny conditions today with highs in the upper 70s. Tonight remains partly cloudy with low around 60. Monday shows more clouds but continued warmth with highs from 80 to 85 degrees.
Reagan polyps benign after final lab tests
Presidents doctor confirms two colon polyps removed at the White House were benign. Reagan, 76, informed at Camp David by his physician Col John Hutton Jr. He feels great and plans weekend rest at Camp David in Maryland.
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