Florida families remember Apollo 1 astronauts in memorial
Families of Virgil Grisom Edward White II and Roger Chaffee gathered in the rain at Kennedy Space Center for a public service to honor the three Apollo 1 astronauts who died in the 1967 launch pad fire. Bonie Baer said the ceremony was sad yet uplifting as relatives embraced at the astronauts memorial.
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Grandmother rebuts abuse claims in JonBenet case
Nedra Paugh of Roswell Georgia says a bruise on JonBenet Ramsey came when a hamster cage toppled onto the girl not from abuse. Police have no suspects and have yet to interview John and Patricia Ramsey as they hire private investigators. JonBenet was found strangled in the Ramseys 15 room home basement.
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FDA urged to revise calcium lead guidelines
Health advocates petitioned the FDA to set limits on lead in antacids and calcium supplements after findings that many products contain dangerous lead levels. The Natural Resources Defense Council faced criticism for the push, with Dr. Gina Solomon saying the aim is careful choice, not denial of calcium.
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Youth Killed by Classmate at Conniston Middle School
A 13-year-old boy shot and killed 14-year-old John Kamel on the sidewalk outside Conniston Middle School in West Palm Beach. Police arrested 13-year-old Tronneal Mangum on first degree murder charges after a handgun was found under a portable classroom. Witnesses described two shots and panicked students as Mangum allegedly claimed Kamel owed him $40. Prosecutors will decide if Mangum is charged as an adult.
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Hasbro unveils antibacterial toys from Playskool
Hasbro's Playskool division introduced 15 antibacterial toys using Microban treated surfaces to resist mold and bacteria. Detractors caution about unfounded fears and potential antimicrobial resistance, while Microban executives say it adds protection though not a guarantee of germ elimination.
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Prospects Rise for Estate Tax Cut in New Congress
Washington AP reports that business and conservative groups push for estate tax relief as talks grow in Congress. Senate Republicans propose an $18.6 billion five year cut, raising the exemption from 600,000 to 1 million, with Democratic and Clinton proposals expected to seek tighter limits while aiming to protect family farms and small businesses.
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