Air Bud the basketball dog loses leg to cancer
Disney canine star Buddy the bas ketball playing golden retriever lost his right rear leg after a cancer diagnosis. Owner Kevin DiCicco of San Diego reported the amputation after Buddy began limping during filming of Air Bud in December. Disney officials noted the dog can still shoot baskets despite the surgery.
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Five Immigrants Drowned Crossing Arizona Border
Five bodies were found in a ditch near the Arizona border in a daylong effort, with up to two more feared dead. Officials searched for more remains as authorities believe the group attempted to cross from Agua Prieta. Mayor Ray Borane commented on the dangers and human costs of such crossings amid a rainstorm that swelled channels and halted activity.
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Glaxo Opens Access to AIDS Drug for Additional Patients
Glaxo Wellcome Inc unveils access to its AIDS drug 1592 for up to 2400 more advanced AIDS adults while FDA awaits trial proof. Doctors may enroll patients by calling 1 800 801 4672. Also, photographer John Bristol, 88, dies after colon cancer, noted for migrant camp images influencing The Grapes of Wrath and Life magazine photos.
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False conviction counts raise questions over wild horse policy
Federal agents face criticism after the AP found a large gap between claimed and actual convictions under the Wild Free Roaming Horse and Burro Act from 1985 to 1995. Only three convictions were confirmed, while 125 were reported, prompting officials to defend definitional differences and urge further explanation.
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Parks named LAPD chief to lead post riot era
Los Angeles Deputy Chief Bernard Parks, the department’s highest ranking black officer, was chosen by Mayor Riordan to head the LAPD for a five year term. Pending City Council approval, Parks will succeed Willie Williams as chief amid calls for better administration and continued reform after the Rodney King era.
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