CB channels 24 40 quiet debate over expanded bands
Washington reports show the FCC expansion from 23 to 40 CB channels largely failed to ease congestion. Most operators cling to old channels while new ones see limited use, except for sideband users. FCC official James McKinney notes congestion remains heavy on the original 23 channels.
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Japanese WW II nuclear work revealed
Washington AP reports new studies show Japan pursued atomic weapons research during World War II despite pledges not to develop nukes. The Science Magazine article cites Navy notes from 1943 predicting American victory, notes it stayed long term, and credits figures like Yoshio Nishina while blaming military underfunding and disjointed research for failure.
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Bee Gees Hit Top 10 Again
Los Angeles report traces the Bee Gees rise from 1960s orchestral rock ballads to enduring stardom. It notes their comeback with How Deep Is Your Love, contrasts with peers, and highlights their resilience through evolving pop-rock trends and a dramatic stylistic shift in the 1970s.
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Linda Blair denies link to drug ring
Actress Linda Blair disputes involvement in a nationwide Florida based drug ring. She says arrest for cocaine conspiracy and amphetamine possession was overblown by media. Blair, 18, rose to fame in The Exorcist and was released on a $2,500 bond after the Wilton, Connecticut arrest on December 20.
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Welch Back With New Album Marks Different Direction
Bob Welch, former Fleetwood Mac guitarist, releases French Kiss in Newark. The 30 year old recounts leaving Mac before their peak, notes Buckingham and Christine McVie involvement on Sentimental Lady, and plans touring with Mick Fleetwood as promoter. Welch emphasizes avoiding a former member sticker and reflects on Paris days.
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Charo Celebrates Citizenship In Las Vegas Courtroom
Charo has received United States citizenship papers in a Las Vegas courtroom and will guest star on NBC series Chico And The Man with Jack Alberstan. The episode is titled The Americanization of Charo.
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Producer Joe Cates charts Nashville TV boom
AP reports producer Joe Cates, born in New York, now spends much time in Nashville. He notes Los Angeles leads, New York stays for news and soaps, while Nashville becomes a regular national TV center with country music stars elevating crossover appeal. He recently co produced Elvis tributes for NBC and taped 50 Years of Country Music at Opryland for NBC.
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