House weighs cloning ban amid stem cell research clash
Congress confronts how to ban human cloning without hindering stem cell research aimed at cures for Alzheimer's and diabetes. The Bush administration backs a total cloning ban, while lawmakers propose a narrower reproductive clone prohibition and seek to preserve embryonic stem cell science. The debate splits even anti abortion Republicans as Pope John Paul II urged Bush to reject stem cell research.
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Federal plan pushes tougher screening for nursing home staff
A Boren amendment advocates background checks and higher standards for nursing home staff amid a report of abuse in about 1 in 10 facilities. Experts say stronger screening, training, and counseling could improve care, while centers argue abuses are rare and focus should be on troubled homes.
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News media urged to delay calling presidential elections
A 19 member National Commission on Federal Election Reform urged delaying presidential calls and proposed standards and reforms. Recommendations include making Election Day a national holiday, moving Veterans Day, statewide voter registration, provisional ballots, a new Election Administration Commission, and keeping punch card ballots vs other systems. The White House and Republicans showed mixed reactions.
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Drowning near Brewerton I-81 bridge draws river search
Boaters reported a hand waving near the Brewerton I 81 bridge as two companions sank. Frank Files and Wentworth helped pull a swimmer to safety while divers then searched a murky 13 to 15 foot depth river area. The 68 degree water and light current hindered visibility.
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Oneida
Congress orders audit of Pentagon credit card abuse
Congressional investigators will conduct a Pentagon wide audit to uncover abuse of government credit cards used by military and civilian defense workers for purchases totaling 55 billion dollars last year. The probe follows a preliminary review of two Navy units in Southern California showing widespread fraud and misuse.
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Magnetized canister kills boy in hospital accident
Six year old Michael Colombini died after an oxygen tank was magnetized and drawn to an MRI's 10 ton electromagnet at Westchester Medical Center during tests after brain tumor surgery. The hospital faces investigations by health authorities and the district attorney while officials offer condolences and review safety procedures.
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