Franklin kite event remembered amid stormy weather across regions
The piece recalls Ben Franklin's kite experiment 234 years ago in Philadelphia. It notes thunderstorms likely in Florida Gulf coast, showers in New England and New York, and very hot conditions with temperatures above 100 in the South and West, including extreme heat in California.
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Moon Phases: First Quarter June 15
The article notes the moon at first quarter phase on June 15. It describes visible illumination and key dates for the lunar cycle.
Marlin Perkins Dies at 81 Witness to Wild Kingdom Host
R Marlin Perkins longtime zoologist and host of Mutual of Omaha s Wild Kingdom died of cancer at his home in St Louis He was 81 Perkins who narrated Wild Kingdom for 23 years helped raise awareness for endangered species and conservation He also directed major zoos including St Louis Buffalo and Lincoln Park later hosting Nature Newsbreak and co creating the Wolf Sanctuary with his wife Carol
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Grand jury probes Iowa legislature amid secrecy
Jasper County Attorney John Billingsley explains the grand jury probe targets lawmakers and lobbyists while stressing secrecy. Jurors met four days last week and will reconvene July 8 to hear more testimony, focusing on Rep. Al Sturgeon and others. Sturgeon’s brief appearance with his wife and daughter drew attention.
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Women spies through history cited for intuition and risk
Interviews and expert quotes highlight that women in espionage rely on intuition and covert strategy. The discussion spans case studies from Mata Hari to Byzantine rings and ancient Baghdad surveillance, noting intimate risks and moral dilemmas in undercover work.
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