Steady Flow Of Weapons Seen To Cuba
U S Defense Intelligence Agency warns of a steady flow of new Soviet weapons to Cuba to boost Fidel Castro forces. The report says Russia has given Cuba over 1.6 billion dollars in military aid since 1960 and predicts larger missiles helicopters and naval vessels. It cites increased Cuban military readiness and ties with the Soviet Union and notes Cuban support of Latin American insurgents. The CIA analyst cites delivery of comparable systems to Moscow allies and mentions a Foxtrot-class submarine aiding clandestine movement.
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Fertility in Men Seen Declining Amid Pollution Link
A study of 132 donors suggests sperm density is dropping in the United States with scientists linking industrial pollutants to reduced male fertility. Researchers note a fall from 90 million per milliliter in 1929 to about 60 million in 1974 and warn that 20 million per milliliter signals functional sterility, while stressing college results may not reflect the general population.
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Strauss in Israel for Begin Talks on Palestinian Autonomy
U S Mideast envoy Robert Strauss arrived in Tel Aviv for talks with Prime Minister Begin on Palestinian self rule. He described talks with Sadat as constructive and warned major issues remain, while urging faster pace and signaling progress ahead of November return.
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Leftist Marches Amid Ambush Toll in El Salvador Violence
About 800 leftists marched behind the coffin of a 16 year old killed in an ambush that also wounded seven others. The protest followed a weekend of deadly clashes as El Salvador faced independence celebrations and ongoing political violence.
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First Warship Departs With Women Aboard
The Navy repair ship Vulcan sailed for the Mediterranean as the first American warship to deploy with women crewmembers. About 55 women, part of a 730 crew, will face life at sea and the world’s cities, with officials watching conduct and performance.
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