Keiko the killer whale to be released near Iceland
Keiko the killer whale from Free Willy will be moved from an aquarium to waters near Iceland on September 9 with a September 10 release into a floating sea pen six miles off the south coast. If he adapts and proves capable, a future release into the North Atlantic could follow. Keiko, about 19 or 20, was captured off Iceland at age two.
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Florida animal cruelty arrest linked to parrot incident at club
Two men, Alan Northamer and A Nobbe, face animal cruelty charges after a choking and dunking of a parrot in a margarita at a Florida club. Northamer, 43, allegedly concealed oats to bring the parrot and a snake inside. both men reportedly drank as the animal abuse occurred.
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San Francisco expands domestic partner benefits
San Francisco politicians unanimously approved expanding the domestic partners policy, making the city require private businesses to offer partner discounts similar to married couples. Mayor Willie Brown intends to sign. The move, supported by business groups, reinforces city values despite federal pressure over related housing aid limits and the national debate on gay rights.
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Donald Leighton
Laura Gilleran
T.C. Myers
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Second skydiver dies in two days at Kapowsin
Kapowsin Washington sees a second fatal skydiving accident in two days at Kapowsin Air Strip. David Maltbie 23 Edmonds died after a tandem jump failed when a parachute folded at 100 to 200 feet. Instructor Russell Cameron 33 was seriously injured. The prior day Robert Woodley 45 was killed and student Alison Choe 27 injured.
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Ible
Pierce County
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Benson
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Edmonds
Russell Cameron
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Harborview Medical Center
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Alison Choe
Glen Cove
N.Y
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Medicare panel weighs new tactics for costs and coverage
Washington officials say a Medicare reform plan could expand coverage for the elderly and disabled while shifting more costs to beneficiaries. The commission discusses private plans funded by limited government dollars, with bids determining basic coverage and seniors choosing extras. By 2008 the reserve fund is expected to vanish as baby boomers retire. The panel, due to report by March 1, notes the difficulty of reaching consensus on fixes.
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Governor weighs options on JonBenet Ramsey case
Gov. Roy Romer said he may appoint a special prosecutor after four county prosecutors review the case within two weeks. He noted he might not act, fearing disruption, as the 1996 Boulder murder remains unsolved with the Ramseys under suspicion.
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JonBenet Ramsey
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Alex Hunter
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