1United States President Ronald Reagan is now receiving limited support in his call for sanctions against Libya. Italy has announced it will ban arms sales to Libya, and Canada has announced some trade restrictions. What effect are the sanctions imposed thus far having on Libya?
2The resignation of British Defence Minister Michael Heseltine continues to make waves in Britain. Meanwhile, a new political comedy, 'Yes, Prime Minister', a follow up to the popular 'Yes, Minister', premiered on British television last night.
3Franz Josef residents are angry at the lack of progress in the planned reopening of the town's airstrip.
4The launch of the space shuttle Columbia was postponed for a record seventh time today.
5A premature baby from the Far North is comfortable in Waikato Hospital, but no decision will be made as to when he is taken off machines and allowed to breathe on his own for at least another week.