Billionaires race to space on their own rockets
Cape Canaveral reports two billionaires vie for space tourism with Virgin Galactic and Blue Origin launches. Branson plans to fly from New Mexico with a small crew while Bezos rockets from West Texas with guests including his brother and an 82 year old aviation pioneer.
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Washington heat wave blamed for 78 deaths in state
WashingtonState Health Department confirms 78 heat related deaths after the Pacific Northwest heat wave, with 33 on June 29 as the deadliest day. Officials caution the count is preliminary and final tallies will take weeks to months as coroners and medical examiners finish reviews.
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A brief note invites readers to follow the Gazette's sports pages for daily coverage. It highlights game previews results and standings with emphasis on local teams and notable athletes.
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