Lana Turner Dies at 75 After Cancer Battle
Los Angeles report says Lana Turner died at her Century City home with daughter Cheryl Crane by her side after seven weeks of radiation for throat cancer. The death is described as a shock by Crane. The celebrity noted for a storied life amid marriages and a notorious crime link.
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Virginia flood toll rises with six dead in Virginia sweep
In Rocky Mount and surrounding areas after eight days of rain the Shenandoah Valley floods kill at least six. Rescue efforts airlift over 250 people and a parrot while crews search for two missing including a 3 year old girl. National Guardsmen distribute water and clear debris as hundreds evacuate.
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ABC Offers to Settle Philip Morris Libel Suit
Washington-ABC proposed a 10 billion dollar settlement with an apology over a program that questioned Philip Morris handling of nicotine. Sources said the move aims to avoid a costly Richmond trial set for October and could boost Philip Morris amid federal scrutiny.
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Harkin calls flag desecration amendment asinine
Sen. Tom Harkin described the House bid to outlaw flag desecration as asinine and suggested a counter amendment to ban desecration of the Constitution. Rep. Jim Leach, Iowa, warned against narrowing First Amendment rights and raising symbolic incidents while supporting reverence for the flag.
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Brain scans point to migraine generator in brainstem
Nine migraine patients scanned within six hours of onset show persistent overactivity at the brainstem where the brainstem meets the midbrain. Researchers say the generator may drive pain perception and vascular changes, continuing even after symptoms ease, suggesting new drug targets to halt attacks at the source.
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