Titan methane rain carves landscape on frozen world
Scientists from the European Space Agency describe Titan as a methane world with rivers, channels, and eroded rocks shaped by liquid methane. Data from a recent probe suggest methane rain may occur fairly frequently under the moon's extreme cold, driving surface features and pools.
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Martin Tomasko
University of Arizona
Sectarian attacks kill 22 in Iraq ahead of election
Insurgent bombings strike Shiite areas in Baghdad and a Shiite wedding in al-Yussifiyah, killing at least 22 and injuring many as Iraq braces for elections. A mosque bombing occurred during Eid al-Adha observances in a Sunni district, followed by a Shiite wedding attack.
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Ali al-Sistani
Abdul Aziz Hakim
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Aging riders surge in motorcycling deaths across New England
In Portland Maine and nearby states older riders 40 plus are dying at higher rates as they buy larger bikes amid midlife shifts. National data show fatalities for 40 plus riders rose to 1674 nationwide in 2003 while younger riders declined slightly, with Maine reaching a decade high of 22 deaths in 2004. Safety experts cite aging skills, larger engines, and renewed interest among retirees as factors, urging refresher courses and safer riding practices.
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Mike Colina
Alo OH
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Carl Hallman
Department of Public Safety
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Rae Tyson
MTSA
Cathy Kira
Motorcycle Hider Lducation of Maine
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Powell to leave FCC in March
Powell announces March departure as FCC chairman ending a four year, Republican led push on broadcast indecency and enforcement while promoting new technologies like high speed Internet and digital TV. Powell says his aim was to craft balanced laws and empower consumers, and he cites vacation plans with his wife and two sons. No immediate successor named.
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Powell
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