First Born Advantage: First Child Likely to Succeed
A psychologist cites studies from England, the U S and universities showing first-borns have higher odds of college attendance high grades and eminence. The research suggests parental treatment and closer adult ties shape stronger effort and intellect, while later-borns show more independence and mixed sociability.
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Altus
University of Minnesota
Philadelphia distributes bilingual booklet for foreign born residents
The Philadelphia Police Department releases an English and Spanish booklet explaining local laws and customs to Spanish speaking residents. About 50 000 copies have been issued for distribution across the city.
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Taxpayers seek guidance on federal tax deductions and refunds
IRS answers common questions on losses from selling a home, medical expense deductions for seniors, and timing for refunds. It notes that 65 years old affects medical deduction rules for spouses and warns returns may be delayed by missing signatures or errors.
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William D. Altus
University of California, Santa Barbara
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Altus
Smog Linked Mutagens May Affect Unborn Children
Public health research hints airborne mutagens in city smog could influence heredity. Dr. Eugene Sawicki notes alky lating agents alter DNA and RNA and suspects automobile and industrial combustion release mutagens. Further study is urged as the extent of mutations remains uncertain.
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Eugene Sawicki
U.S. Health Department
Laboratory of Engineering and Physical Sciences
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Dr. Sawicki
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Garbage truck fire turns into junkyard on Depew Street
A garbage truck in Lakewood, Cole, caught fire and dumped flaming debris as a fire truck arrived to dampen the blaze and odor. The incident occurred on Depew Street with firefighters addressing the scene.
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Cole
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