Headed for trouble? teen soccer study finds cognitive impact
A study of 60 players from high school to pro levels links frequent heading, more than 10 headers per game, with lower scores on tests of attention and mental function. Authors caution the findings are preliminary and not a reason to pull kids from soccer. Adrienne Witul of Virginia Commonwealth University notes effects unclear and emphasizes proper technique may help.
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Faulkner Becomes First Female Cadet at Citadel
Shannon Faulkner, aged 20, moved onto The Citadel campus as the institution’s first female cadet after a long legal battle over her gender. She had applied in 1993, faced a reversal, sued, and endured vandalism and threats while taking classes since January 1994 under court order.
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Two Women Shot to Death in Car in Schenectady
Schenectady police say two women in their 20s were shot multiple times and died after a car crash into a fire hydrant in the Hamilton Hill neighborhood early Saturday. Assistant Chief Pat Smith said officers responded to a 3:40 a.m. report and are identifying the victims.
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Reputed crime boss Salemme captured after two-year manhunt
Francis P. Salemme known as Cadillac Frank, reputed head of the Patriarca crime family, was arrested with FBI help after nearly two years on the run. He faced racketeering extortion and money laundering charges as he and his wife slept just before midnight. Tips from viewers of America's Most Wanted aided the arrest.
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Philadelphia rally targets death penalty for Mumia Abu Jamal
In Philadelphia more than 3,500 people gathered Saturday to demand a new trial for Mumia Abu Jamal, the condemned former Black Panther on death row for the 1981 police officer murder. Rallies were planned in several cities as supporters pressed for clemency and reconsideration.
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