Missing soldier bodies found in Iraq confirmed by official
In Washington a military official said one or both missing soldiers from the Friday incident at a checkpoint in Iraq were found deceased on Tuesday. Pfc. Kristian Menchaca and Pfc. Thomas L. Tucker, ages 23 and 25, were from Houston and Madras, Oregon, respectively.
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UTPB Stonehenge lesson links math and history
Camp Falcon students joined a Stonehenge themed math lesson using UTPB’s replica to study Heel Stone geometry and the sun’s solstice rise signaling summer’s arrival. Instructor Anita Fawaz led hands on measurement with ropes and compasses while explaining Stonehenge as a calendar and cultural artifact.
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Thousands Cheer Summer Solstice Revelers in England
Thousands gathered to celebrate the annual summer solstice in England with festive crowds, music, and cultural displays. The event drew participants from across regions, highlighting traditional customs and public participation in this long-running celebration.
Safety experts critical of MySpace changes
Austin safety experts warn that new MySpace rules to curb adult access to teen profiles will not stop predators. Starting next week adults must know a teen’s email or full name to contact. critics say age verification is unreliable and predators may ignore the limits.
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Area agencies urge youth to quit smoking in Odessa story
Dustin Davis, 19, from Odessa, began smoking at 11 or 12 after a friend's puff. He says he liked how it felt and continued, smoking steadily by age 15. He bought cartons and often wasn't carded, with about 20 percent of purchases bypassing age checks.
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Want 10 Quit ACS Odessa Quit Line Information
Davis, a KOSA-T production worker, says he has no plans to quit smoking and directs readers to the ACS Odessa quit line with numbers and a Cancer.org link. The note appears alongside a smoking feature and directs readers to page 10A for full smoking coverage.
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