Massachusetts gay marriage debate tests lawmakers and families
Witnesses describe a senator from the segregated South, a gay lawmaker fearing for his sick child, and a representative torn from his family by a vote. After 28 hours of emotional debate, Massachusetts lawmakers resume work on a constitutional amendment to ban gay marriage while allowing civil unions. If approved, the measure must pass again in 2005-06 before a November 2006 ballot.
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Pope denounces use of child soldiers worldwide
Pope John Paul II urged action against child soldiers in his St. Peter's Square address. He called them victims twice over and highlighted risks of sickness AIDS hunger and warfare. He cited UN estimates that about 300000 children are used as soldiers despite protective initiatives.
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Bills endure laundry test at government lab
Washington AP: At the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, chemist Drew Wilson tests dollar notes for durability in washing, crumpling, and chemical exposure. Goutam Gupta explains the seven to ten day delay ensures ink curing and note clarity remains intact for public use.
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Bureau project tests lifespan of U S paper currency
The Bureau of Engraving and Printing reports that different dollar denominations age at varying rates as currency is tested for durability. The notes indicate approximate lifespans such as the $1 bill about 22 months, $10 at around 18 months, $20 roughly 24 months, and the $50 to $100 notes.
Richard Simmons cited for misdemeanor assault at Phoenix airport
Richard Simmons slapped a Harley Davidson salesman at Sky Harbor International Airport after being taunted with a joke about his age and workouts. The 55 year old was cited following an encounter with Chris Farney, a Mesa Arizona man who wrestles in his spare time. The incident ended with a police statement noting Simmons reacted by striking Farney in the face.
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Notable birthdays listed for several entertainers today
Comedian Eric Idle actor Christopher Lambert singer Perry Farrell of Porno for Pyros and Jane's Addiction model Elle Macpherson singer harmonica player John Popper of Blues Traveler actress Lucy Lawless country singer Regina Leigh of Regina country singer Brady Seals age list includes 37 61 47 45
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Sting and Trudie Styler Admit Open Marriage on Radio
Trudie Styler told Howard Stern that her marriage to Sting includes threesomes and swinging. She described going to clubs with naked performers while Sting enjoys intimate encounters with other women.
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Hilary Swank Named Face of Calvin Klein Sensual Support
Associated Press reports Hilary Swank will be the exclusive celebrity model for Calvin Klein’s global Sensual Support intimate apparel launch. She will appear in ads across print outdoor and other media when the collection becomes available in July.
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Tom Cruise and Penelope Cruz End Three Year Relationship
Tom Cruise and Penelope Cruz have ended their three year relationship in an amicable split at the end of January. Publicists say neither is dating anyone else. both remain attached to future projects with Jamie Foxx and Charlize Theron. Cruz has taken church courses but remains not a Scientologist. The pair met during the 2001 film Vanilla Sky.
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Interstate 85 road honor for Alan Jackson in Georgia
The Georgia House voted 134 to 0 to dedicate a stretch of Interstate 85 in Alan Jacksons honor in his home Coweta County The measure has cleared the Senate and awaits the governors signature The country star known as a favorite artist by Country Weekly and who performed It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere with Jimmy Buffett is 45 years old.
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