Cash advances: academic-turned ambassador taps Asian graduates to endorse American schools

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Chancellor Chang-lin Tien of the University of California at Berkeley has raised $780 million in private donations for the school, largely from Asian investors. He has met with and advised Chinese premier Li Peng on US intentions. A scientist for most of his academic career, he took a brave stand in 1995 supporting affirmative action despite the ultimately successful efforts to end it at California universities by Gov Pete Wilson. He plans to resign in 1996 to continue his research and work with graduate students, and it is hinted that US Pres Bill Clinton may offer him a diplomatic post.

Officials and employees, Appreciation, College presidents, University of California, Berkeley, Tien, Chang L.

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A question of freedom

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China's economic reforms are not accompanied by corresponding changes in its press regulations. The modus operandi used in the recent arrest of Ching Cheong, Hong Kong journalist proves that there is little progress in this direction. The status of freedom of the press in other Asian countries like Philippines, Malaysia and Thailand is also discussed.

China, Forecasts, trends, outlooks, Public affairs, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Social aspects, Interpretation and construction, Forecasts and trends, Political aspects, Market trend/market analysis, Freedom of the press, Press law

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Shooting star: Hideki Irabu only lasted 18 days in the U.S. major leagues

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Hideki Irabu, a superstar Japanese pitcher, lasted only 18 days in the US major leagues. He was brought to New York by George Steinbrenner, Yankees owner, but due to his performance he was demoted to Columbus. However at his first start in Columbus he dominated the visiting Rochester Red Wings, allowing only three hits in seven innings.

Personalities, Baseball

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