Scientists seek existing drugs to treat smallpox
Scientists review hundreds of off the shelf virus medicines to find any that kill smallpox in lab tests. Twenty one drugs show activity in vitro raising hope of repurposed treatments to counter a potential bioterror threat as government research expands beyond elimination era limits.
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Western protesters at Tiananmen Square deterred by police
In Tiananmen Square 35 Westerners staged a Falun Gong protest with a banner and chanting to condemn the crackdown. Police quickly moved in and state media said they would be expelled. The group, mostly in their 20s and 30s, faced immediate detainment.
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Group names unsafe toys warns parents
Washington AP reports holiday toy shoppers should beware of hidden dangers such as small parts that can choke children. The U S Public Interest Research Group released its Trouble in Toyland report highlighting dangers from small balls balloons and loud toys while the Toy Industry Association counters the claims.
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Thanksgiving travel shifts from air to road amid safety fears
Fewer Americans will travel for Thanksgiving with air travel seen down 15 percent while driving surges due to security concerns and cheap gas. AAA Texas notes 34.6 million will travel 50 miles or more, 87 percent by road as Greyhound Amtrak and airlines adjust demand.
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