Kenyan skull may push back origin of Homo sapiens
Dusty eyebrowed bones from a Kenyan hillside reveal a 10 million year old skull nearly mirroring Peking Man, potentially redefining the age of Homo erectus and the emergence of Homo sapiens. Ethiopian finds include three dozen 3 million year old hand bones suggesting modern hand movement without knuckle walking, signaling early diversity in human ancestors.
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Moslem troops mutiny in Lebanon amid fear of split
In southeast Lebanon rebels seized a barracks and two ancient fortresses as Premier Rashid Karami warned of a grave crisis and urged unity. The revolt followed a separate artillery mutiny at Arnoun near the Israeli frontier, with Moslem soldiers splitting from the Lebanese army amid civil war tensions. Syrian peace negotiators arrived to help stem the crisis.
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Auto parts price rise under Senate probe sparks denial
Government official says crash part prices may be inflated to offset losses in auto sales and appliances. The Senate subcommittee and FTC probe the 64 percent rise over two years, while dealer leader Pohanka rejects artificial pricing and warns distribution structure could hurt consumers.
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Nuclear test Estuary rocks Las Vegas and Nevada desert
A medium range nuclear device was detonated 2850 feet beneath the Nevada desert, its blast felt in Las Vegas for about 35 seconds. Initial reports said the test was successful with no radiation detected. The Estuary shot, part of a two test sequence, yielded 200 to 500 kilotons and prompted evacuation of nearby mines and Beatty Exchange Club.
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