Spine-Injured Rats Walk and Climb in Lab
In a Swiss lab spinal nerve stimulation enabled paralyzed rats to walk and climb stairs with electrical implants and chemical injections. Rats trained in harnesses on treadmill and ground chose to move their legs to reach chocolate, illustrating potential approaches for human spinal injuries.
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Edwards case ends in mistrial in campaign finance probe
In Greensboro a mistrial was declared as jurors acquitted John Edwards on one count and deadlocked on five others tied to concealing donations from two wealthy benefactors to hide his affair with Rielle Hunter. The nine day deliberation paused a high profile case amid calls for possible retrial.
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New York Seeks 16-Ounce Cap on Sugary Drinks
Mayor Bloomberg proposes a city wide ban on sugary beverages over 16 ounces at restaurants and arenas to curb obesity. The plan, supported by the Board of Health, faces industry opposition as a nanny state move with fines for violations. Exemptions include diet drinks and beverages with juice or milk, with enforcement penalties of 200 dollars per failed inspection.
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Hero saves others in Seattle cafe shooting rampage
In Seattle at Cafe Racer a gunman killed four before fleeing and dying by suicide. An unidentified patron saved lives by throwing stools at the attacker as others escaped. Police say 21 homicides year to date reflect a city already on edge.
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Woman sues Neiman Marcus over tainted gifts in love triangle
Patricia Walker sues Neiman Marcus claiming fraud after being unable to return $1.4 million of tainted items. Gifts allegedly bought by her husband from a store employee with whom he had an affair, and charged to Walker's account via her longtime personal shopper. Walker's attorney says the suit seeks accountability, not revenge.
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