Indians Protest Genetic Research on Sacred Wild Rice
Minnesota tribes and Green activists demand a ban on University of Minnesota studies mapping the wild rice genome arguing the plant is a sacred ceremonial food and research would threaten treaty rights and tribal stewardship. Scientists defend the work as improving understanding and crop potential while noting no plans to engineer rice.
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Last search ends at Sept 11 Flight 93 crash site
Volunteers conducted a final field survey at the Flight 93 crash site in Shanksville Pennsylvania focusing on a wooded area for debris and possible remains. Coroner Wallace Miller noted weather limited earlier surveys and said remains likely were collected and identified where possible with families receiving remains or personal effects. Rep John Murtha urged Congress to authorize a permanent National Park Service memorial at the site.
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Malaysia battles bikinis as Terengganu tightens decorum
In Terengganu a conservative state seeks bikini bans and separate pools for men and women as tourism officials face resistance. Locals like Nawal Abdul Rahman and Hy express unease while Kuala Lumpur warns that such moves threaten stability and repel visitors.
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Plane emergency phones considered
Federal officials review airline security measures and study toll free numbers for in air emergencies and a pre travel background check system for frequent fliers. A TSA report to Congress outlines regional centers guiding calls to law enforcement and easing in flight phone use without credit cards.
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