Anything but Fluffy wins Erie Zoo giraffe naming contest
Erie Zoo accepts name suggestions for a 1-year-old male giraffe via AnythingButFluffy.com and in person with more than 5000 ideas received. Deadline extended to Friday due to high response. giraffe arrived July from Como Park Zoo and Conservatory in St Paul.
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Navy mulls longer submarine deployments amid shrinking fleet
Vice Admiral John Richardson says the Navy may extend attack submarine deployments beyond six months as the submarine fleet declines since the Cold War end. Navy officials note many factors affect length, with longer tours potentially increasing mission capacity while reducing hulls.
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Free scientist Hu Zhicheng barred from leaving China stays in limbo
Hu Zhicheng, a China born U.S. citizen and inventor, remains unable to depart China after release from jail. He has been free to move and seek medical care but is blocked from travel despite no current charges. His family in America endures long separation as Hu appeals to authorities.
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Paintings of Dr Death estate to be auctioned in New York
Kevorkian's paintings writings and his blue sweater will be sold in late October at the New York Institute of Technology. More than 20 paintings plus his art kit and sweaters tied to his assisted death advocacy are up for auction. Proceeds largely go to his heir, a niece, and the charity Kicking Cancer for Kids.
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Britain weighs 80 mph motorway speed limit
Government proposals to raise the limit from 70 to 80 mph spark debate among safety and environmental groups. Transport Secretary Philip Hammond defends the move citing safer cars and years of low European death rates, while critics warn fatalities could rise and enforcement may lag.
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