Explorer finds evidence of ancient Black Sea flood site
National Geographic explorer Robert Ballard reports preserved wooden beams and stone tools in 300 feet of water off Sinop Turkey, indicating early human occupation before the Black Sea flood about 7,000 years ago. Findings include freshwater and saltwater shells dating to 7,000 years ago and older, with remote underwater mapping ongoing.
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Entertainment violence debate moves into hearings this week
Washington faces a crowded week as the FTC brands entertainment material as targeted at underage audiences and regulators plan tighter review of TV sex and violence. Gore and Bush trade volleys while Lieberman chairs a Senate hearing. Disney tightens marketing and ABC will skip R rated ads before 9 pm. FCC also readies October hearings on child friendly content.
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