Teen drinking still widespread AP poll finds 21 age favored
An Associated Press survey of 1,008 adults and 514 teens shows two thirds support a 21 year old drinking age, with tighter enforcement urged. Reports from students across Maryland Ohio Tennessee and Colorado describe access to alcohol via fake IDs and early drinking.
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Wind Turbines Hobbled by Bug Crust on Blades
European scientists find insects clog turbine blades with a crust that raises aerodynamic drag and drops efficiency. The study compares smooth versus roughened leading edges, noting power losses rise with wind speed. US operators halt turbines for washing as engineers seek nonstick surfaces and optimized blade angles.
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Elvis final concert recollections amid Market Square Arena demolition
Kay Lipps recalls Elvis Presley’s last performance on June 26, 1977 in Indianapolis. Fifty-one days later he died. Market Square Arena, home to the Pacers until 1999, is slated for demolition by explosives, drawing sadness from fans and Elvis tributes worldwide.
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Feds probe Jeeps jumping in park position
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opened a formal inquiry into complaints that over a million 1995 to 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokees may roll out of park involuntarily. At least 48 reports cite unintended reverse rollaway, linked to 32 crashes and 14 injuries, with cases including a leg being crushed and a motorist pinned against a pickup.
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