Birds show episodic memory in scrub jays Nature study
British and American scientists report scrub jays recalling where and when they hid food, digging up non perishables before rot occurs. The Nature paper marks the first evidence of episodic memory in animals other than humans.
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Towns crack down on laser pointers near Chicago Ridge
Chicago Ridge bans sale to under 18 and possession by minors amid complaints of disruptive flashing at malls and sports events. Other areas like Virginia Beach and Ocean City recently enacted bans as prices drop below 25 dollars, prompting schools to act. Police warn of eye injury risks while officials note few documented cases.
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Congress Seeks Release of Clinton Grand Jury Videotape
Congress moves to air President Clinton's four hour grand jury videotape after months of talk on secrecy laws. White House officials acknowledge legal authority but worry the release may hurt the president’s defense while experts cite prior restraint immunity for lawmakers acting in their duties. Some scholars question fairness to Clinton as the issue.
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Yeltsin expands cabinet with economic moderates
Russia adds four deputy premiers including three moderates and one Communist technocrat to Prime Minister Primakov’s new cabinet. The move aims to ease factional feuds but a clear economic policy plan remains undecided as Zyuganov warns against liberal policies. A poll shows 59 percent urban support for Primakov’s appointment.
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