Technology breaks outpace repair in Pew survey
Pew Internet survey finds 15 percent of users unable to fix broken devices in the last year, with cell phone owners least likely to repair. Many rely on self help or friends, while 38 percent for service and 15 percent give up as tech grows more complex.
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Angioplasty overuse cited by research and doctors
Research suggests many angioplasties are unnecessary for stable heart disease patients. Studies show medical therapy, lifestyle changes, and careful evaluation can relieve chest pains at far lower cost with no higher risk of death or heart attack. Leading groups prepare new guidelines.
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U S Draws Chinese Students to American Colleges
Chinese student enrollment in U S universities rose sharply driven by aggressive recruiting and China's growing economy. The Institute of International Education reports 8 percent fall 2006 growth and 20 percent last year. Lehigh University saw a 300 percent rise. George Fox University took 65 Chinese students. Purdue enrolled 290, up from 127.
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Chinese students swell U S colleges amid rebound in international enrollment
The 400 percent spike at Ohio State University highlights a broader rise in international students in the United States. 624000 students enrolled nationwide, led by India, China, and South Korea, with Saudi Arabia up 25 percent.
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Scientists reexamine aging and free radicals theory
Growing old raises frailty memory loss and disease yet research shifts view of aging. Free radicals once blamed for DNA damage may be only part of a complex web including genes environment and lifestyle. A March Italy conference will review the theory with experts from Newcastle Pittsburgh and others.
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Newcastle University Institute For Ageing and Health
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University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute
Thanksgiving Turkey Tips For A Stress Free Roast
Count guests to estimate turkey weight and allow leftovers. Cook at 325 degrees and cover with foil when two thirds done. Thigh 180 degrees and breast 170 degrees. Thaw per label and cook unstuffed first time. Rest 15 to 20 minutes before carving.
Sopranos Actor in Trial for Slaying Faces Jury Selection
Lillo Brancato Jr. 32, known for HBO's The Sopranos, goes on trial in New York for the 2005 killing of police officer Daniel Enchautegui. Jurors begin selection as Brancato faces second degree murder and related charges while his friend Steven Armento, 48, already received life without parole after conviction.
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Bond leads box office with 30 million boost for Solace
Daniel Craig returns as James Bond in Quantum of Solace driving roughly 30 million more than Casino Royale in its opening weekend. Madagascar Escape 2 Africa drops to second with 36.1 million, as Twilight looms for upcoming weekends.
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McCartney Calls For 1967 Beatles Experimental Track Release
Paul McCartney says the Beatles should release Carnival of Light, a 14 minute 1967 experimental recording performed once in London. The track reportedly features distorted guitar organ gargles and shouts including Barcelona and Are you all right from McCartney and Lennon.
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