Kevorkian Returns Euthanasia Device To Police
Southfield police returned a euthanasia device and related gear seized from Jack Kevorkian ahead of a court deadline. Oakland Circuit Judge David Breck ruled authorities could not retain the chemicals syringes and property beyond Wednesday without charging him. Kevorkian remarked that he saw the items as stolen and claimed the police damaged the device slightly but would not pursue the matter.
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Tornado devastates Coatesville home killing mother and infant
A tornado ripped through Coatesville Wednesday night killing a woman and her 13 week old son. The husband warned relatives moments before the twister struck. The home left only brick foundation and front steps, while belongings lay scattered in a wooded area.
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Senate panel approves tough tobacco regulation package
In a 19 to 1 vote, the Senate Commerce Committee backed a sweeping bill to raise cigarette prices by 1.10 per pack over five years and place tobacco under FDA regulation as a drug. The measure seeks to curb industry liability with a $6.5 billion annual cap on damages while funding child development, NIH research, veterans benefits, and even min ers with black lung, though some funds are contested.
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Palestinian bombmaker Mohiyedin Sharif killed amid Ramallah blast
Palestinian officials say Mohiye din Sharif, chief Hamas bombmaker, was shot before a Fiat Uno carrying 110 pounds of explosives detonated in a Ramallah garage. Israel denies involvement as Islamic militants vow revenge amid Passover and anniversary preparations.
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Netanyahu signals Lebanon pullback conditional on security deal
Israel's cabinet formally backs a 20 year old UN pullout call from Lebanon but ties it to a security accord ensuring the Lebanese army controls the border area and stops Hezbollah attacks. Syria and Lebanon reject a conditional withdrawal. Netanyahu says it shows intent to resolve the Lebanon issue. Critics call it a diversion from Palestinian talks.
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Hackett joins Hollywood Walk of Fame with seagull joke
Buddy Hackett received the 2,106th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame as Walt Disney Co re released The Little Mermaid video. The 73 year old comic, who voiced Seattle the seagull, quipped about subway work disrupting stars while fans watched.
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