Pathfinder lands on Mars with first interplanetary celebration
A NASA Pathfinder mission bound for Mars completes its automated landing after firing 41 pyrotechnic devices to deploy a parachute and air bags. Sojourner rover sits atop the lander petals awaiting commands as solar panels unfold. The team calls the landing a historic milestone and begins day one science plans.
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Argentina Faces Widespread Eating Disorder Epidemic
Argentina grapples with a rising wave of eating disorders across urban centers and rural areas. Health officials report increased hospital admissions and calls for nationwide prevention programs and public awareness campaigns.
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Argentina faces extreme teen anorexia crisis amid fashion model syndrome
In Buenos Aires the Hospital for Anorexia and Bulimia treats hundreds of underweight teenage girls. Scales are forbidden and meals are five daily portions as over 70 new patients arrive weekly. Clinicians say the rate of anorexia and bulimia may be among the world’s highest.
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Argentine model culture blamed for eating disorder surge
Reports describe a rising epidemic of self starvations among Argentine girls linked to an obsession with thinness and model culture. Experts cite mass media influence and intense personal pressure in Buenos Aires, where analysts note high rates of dieting and self-image distress amid prominent models like Mancini and Mazza.
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Barge Explodes Off Cape Cod. 10 Workers Jump Overboard
A barge off Falmouth Cape Cod where fireworks were being launched exploded at about 9 30 p m forcing ten workers to leap into Vineyard Sound. All were taken to area hospitals. injuries not deemed serious by officials. Coast Guard and local boats rescued the crew as a fireboat extinguished the blaze within 30 minutes.
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