Tuskless elephants rise in China amid poaching pressure
A study reports tuskless Asian elephants in China increasing from 2–5 percent to 5–10 percent among males, suggesting ivory poaching is thinning the tusk gene pool in Yunnan Province. Researchers from Beijing Normal University credit poaching for driving the shift.
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Blair stars in new independent thriller All Is Normal
Linda Blair, famed for The Exorcist, works in Lewisburg Pa on an indie film by Todd G Beiber and Juliana Brafa. Blair plays a social worker aiding a young woman fleeing a violent boyfriend in the psychological thriller.
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Yale Paleontologist John Ostrom Dies at 77
John Ostrom of New Haven Connecticut aged 77 a Yale University paleontologist who helped establish birds descended from dinosaurs and was credited with identifying a small carnivorous dinosaur in 1964 died Saturday.
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Depp says Wonka not inspired by Michael Jackson
Johnny Depp denies basing Willy Wonka on Michael Jackson and expresses surprise at any resemblance. He notes Wonka's speech cadence came from childhood TV hosts and explains the character's look as a recluse unaware of modern haircuts.
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Tammy Faye Messner Faces Third Cancer Battle
Tammy Faye Messner disclosed in a New York telephone interview that cancer has returned to her lungs marking her third battle with the disease. The Charlotte resident said she remains hopeful as she prepares for a 2004 TV documentary on beating cancer.
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Michael Jackson to miss Joe Jackson birthday party in Berlin
Michael Jackson will not travel to Berlin for his father Joseph Jackson's 76th birthday celebration at the Estrel hotel. A posted statement expressed sincere regrets and sent birthday wishes while noting LaToya and Janet canceled their weekend trip. Jermaine and Tito had checked in as family and friends gathered.
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Notable birthdays for actors and performers today
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