Spacecraft ready to orbit Mars
NASA reports Mars Global Surveyor completed a fuel pressurization test to enter Mars orbit Thursday evening. If successful, it will slow toward Mars during four months of orbital flights, reaching about 234 miles altitude in January and start global imaging next spring. Pathfinder and Sojourner remain active on Mars.
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FTC to overhaul tar and nicotine measurement in cigarettes
The Federal Trade Commission plans to revise its aging system for measuring tar and nicotine to reflect real smoking patterns. The new method would show a range of delivery per cigarette and warn that lower ratings do not guarantee a safer smoke.
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VMI suspends first coed cadet for striking upperclassman
A female cadet at Virginia Military Institute received a one year suspension after striking a male upperclassman. The case was heard by VMI’s executive committee and approved by Superintendent Josiah Bunting. The college did not release names or details. The Roanoke Times identified the cadet as Angelica Garza of Fort Belvoir.
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Fowler memory questioned over CIA calls for Tamraz
Senate hearing probes Democratic fund raising abuses as Fowler denies recalling contacting the CIA for fugitive Rog er Tamraz. CIA official memo says agent operated undercover and Fowler may not have known. Thompson presses for details on Tamraz and pipeline opposition influence.
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Peanuts Show Possible Health Ties to Red Wine Compound
A study led by Dr. Timothy Sanders at USDA findings indicate peanuts contain resveratrol-like compounds similar to red wine that may help prevent heart disease and cancer. The research notes peanuts’ fat content keeps overall benefits uncertain and cites Spanish, runner, and Virginia type peanuts.
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