Court rules images that seem underage infringe rights
The Ninth Circuit upholds that outlawing depictions that appear to be minors violates First Amendment rights. The Free Speech Coalition argued the broad wording overreaches, while a separate case notes Grover Washington Jr. died after collapsing at CBS taping. A Mesa jury ordered GM to pay 14.2 million to Ruth Golonka’s family after her truck backed over her in 1997.
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Russians Brace for Long Chechen Winter in Grozny Fight
Russian artillery and machine-gun fire echo near Grozny as Chechen rebels resist, with Col. Vladimir Mukhlin denying plans to storm the capital while acknowledging small assaults. Officials cite 1200 to 2500 fighters and at least 10,000 civilians remaining amid two refugee corridors and uncertain conditions.
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Florida teen arrested for Columbine threat
Federal officials charge 18 year old Michael Ian Campbell of Cape Coral Florida with sending an interstate threat against Columbine High School prompting a two day closure. Campbell faced up to two years in prison and a $250000 fine after a court in Florida ordered him held without bail.
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Golden age for cinema ahead says Woody Allen in Paris
Woody Allen told journalists at the Bristol Hotel in Paris that a golden age of cinema is coming as directors adopt new technology for stories not just effects. He promotes his film Sweet and Lowdown due in France January 26 and noted differences between French and American audiences.
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Columbine parents seek sealing of videotapes and evidence
Goupen, Corp. clients ask a Jefferson County court to bar public access to tapes and related evidence from the Columbine case. The filing cites a Time article drawing on videos in which Dylan Klebold and Eric Harris discuss plans to kill hundreds and seek fame, noting concerns over Sheriff Stone’s handling and preservation of the material.
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Scientists test nicotine vaccine in animals for human trials
Washington experts report a nicotine vaccine may aid quitting by preventing nicotine from reaching the brain. Rats showed a 64 percent drop in brain nicotine after vaccination, with researchers cautioning the effect may not be lifelong and human trials target 2002. Medical officials emphasize safety and efficacy must be proven before clinical use.
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Roswell Park Cancer Institute
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Wire reports compiled by Phil Witke from W Wire
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