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In the year 1997, the literary world saw a variety of genres and authors rise to the top of the charts. According to the provided data, which appears to be derived from a NEWLN (United Press International) Fiction list, the hottest titles of the year were largely a mix of
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Israeli Foreign Minister Shimon Peres announced on April 20 that the two sides are nearing the finish in their five-month negotiation effort to launch Palestinian self-rule. Peres arrived in Bucharest, Romania, for talks with Palestine Liberation Organization leader Yasser Arafat. The Gaza-Jericho autonomy plan, already delayed since December, is expected
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The signing of the 22,000-page Marrakech Final Act by 124 nations on Friday marked the culmination of seven and a half years of negotiations for the Uruguay Round of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT), paving the way for the World Trade Organization to oversee implementation of
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At the first qualifying session of the Pacific Formula One Grand Prix at Aida, Japan, Ayrton Senna of Brazil, driving for Williams Renault, set the fastest time at 1 minute 10.218 seconds, with an average speed of 189.8kph. Michael Schumacher of Germany, driving for Benetton Ford, came in
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The National League is off to a robust start with several teams showcasing their strength and determination in the early season. The San Francisco Giants and New York Mets, in particular, are making waves with their impressive performances, with the former relying on their pitching staff and the latter excelling
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The Tokyo stock market experienced a sharp decline on Monday, with the Nikkei 225 average plummeting 154.94 points or 0.8 percent to 19,122.22. Arbitrage-linked selling was cited as a key factor contributing to the decline, amidst a lean-trading and uncertain market. The broader-based Tokyo Stock Price
College basketball
As the University of Arizona's basketball program prepares for another challenging season, the team's chances of success will largely depend on the performance of its talented backcourt duo, Khalid Reeves and Damon Stoudamire. With a strong preseason and a favorable schedule, the Wildcats are looking to
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The Jacksonville Jaguars are set to hire Boston College head coach Tom Coughlin, marking a significant move for the NFL team. Coughlin, a renowned coach with a long history of success, will leave behind his post as head coach of the Eagles. His departure was confirmed by Boston College officials,
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The year 1994 saw a diverse range of popular books that captured readers' attention across various genres. From fiction to non-fiction, trade paperbacks to mass paperbacks, several titles made it to the top of the charts, showcasing the evolving preferences of readers. Danielle Steel's romance novel "
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Japanese Prime Minister Morihiro Hosokawa has shown unwavering determination in pushing for constitutional reforms, despite facing adversity and opposition from the establishment. His grandfather, Prince Fumimaro Konoe, a former prime minister, also attempted to reform the constitution but ultimately failed and took his own life in 1945. Hosokawa's
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Mubarak Awad, a renowned peace activist, has returned to the occupied territories after six years in exile, determined to teach Palestinians about democracy. As a key figure in the Palestinian uprising, known as the intifada, Awad has a strong vision for a democratic Palestinian state. He believes that the Palestine
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The NFL's divisional playoff weekend saw several record-breaking performances, historic trends, and noteworthy storylines. Kansas City tight end Keith Cash scored the game's first touchdown against Houston, and his celebratory throw aimed at defensive coordinator Buddy Ryan's picture on the wall behind the end
