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Obama tries to move past health care website woes
(Local News ~ 12/03/13)
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Seeking to move past its website woes, the Obama administration is launching a two-pronged health care strategy this month aimed at avoiding enrollment snafus come January while also trying to refocus the public's attention on broader benefits of the sweeping law...
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Man killed in Arrowhead Stadium lot ID'd
(State News ~ 12/03/13)
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- It could take four to six weeks before authorities can determine how a man died after an altercation in the parking lot of Arrowhead Stadium during Kansas City's game against Denver, police said Monday. The man was identified as Kyle A. Vanwinkle, 30, of Smithville, Mo. An examination of Vanwinkle's body did not show obvious signs of trauma, Kansas City police spokesman Darin Snapp said in an emailed statement...
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Police bust mushroom-growing operation
(Local News ~ 12/03/13)
Police executed a search warrant Monday afternoon at a residence in the 1500 block of Themis Street and arrested a suspect in connection with a drug investigation, a Cape Girardeau police spokesman said. The search, which stemmed from an ongoing drug investigation by the SEMO Drug Task Force and the Cape Girardeau Police Department, occurred about 2:30 p.m. Monday, said Darin Hickey, public information officer for the Cape Girardeau Police Department...
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Police arrest suspect in ATM damage
(Local News ~ 12/03/13)
Thanks to a sharp-eyed caller, police arrested a man Monday in connection with an apparent attempt to pry open an ATM last month. Last week, Cape Girardeau police released photographs of the suspect, who they said caused extensive damage during an unsuccessful attempt to open an automated teller machine Nov. 21 at US Bank, 3060 William St...
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Arson reported on Brink Street
(Local News ~ 12/03/13)
A Monday morning arson is under investigation. About 1 a.m., a resident of the 2000 block of Brink Street called police to report hearing an explosion at the back of a house, said Darin Hickey, public information officer for the Cape Girardeau Police Department...
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Ohio River Bridge traffic to be halted
(Local News ~ 12/03/13)
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet plans to halt traffic on the Ohio River Bridge between Wickliffe, Ky., and Cairo, Ill., starting at 10:30 a.m. today, according to a news release issued by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. An electrical crew plans to halt traffic for about 30 to 45 minutes to replace the aviation light on top of the bridge superstructure, the release said. This work requires use of a man-lift that takes up both lanes of travel on the bridge deck...
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Missouri food stamp rolls drop with less in-person help
(State News ~ 12/03/13)
ST. LOUIS -- The number of people on food stamp rolls in Missouri has dropped since the state switched to a centralized processing system and slashed most in-person help for people seeking public assistance. State officials say the new system is designed to make the application process more efficient but social service advocates said the process makes it harder to sign up and easier to get thrown off food stamp rolls, The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reported...
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Man arrested in Walgreens robbery
(Local News ~ 12/03/13)
A local man is in custody pending formal charges in connection with a Monday morning robbery at a Cape Girardeau drugstore, police reported. About 8 a.m., police received a report that a man had come into Walgreens, 1 S. Kingshighway, and presented a note to someone at the pharmacy counter, demanding prescription drugs, said Darin Hickey, public information officer for the Cape Girardeau Police Department...
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Police seek vandal who defecated in buildings
(Local News ~ 12/03/13)
Cape Girardeau police are looking for a vandal they say has broken into common areas of several apartment buildings, defecated in hallways and stolen money from coin machines in laundry rooms. Cape Girardeau police public information officer Darin Hickey said the vandalism has occurred at apartment buildings on Watkins Drive, North Frederick Street and another location...
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In the red at Southeast's greenhouse
(Local News ~ 12/03/13)
LAURA SIMON ~ lsmon@semissourian.com ABOVE: Ronald Davis, a horticulture student at Southeast Missouri State University, checks over a poinsettia for an order he and his classmate, Michael Wyrsch, are filling for the Jackson Optimists on Monday at the university's greenhouse. ...
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Armed intruders enter two homes in Cape
(Local News ~ 12/03/13)
Police are investigating two cases involving armed intruders forcing their way into Cape Girardeau homes over the weekend. In the first case, two men came to the Cape Girardeau Police Department on Saturday morning to report that about midnight the previous night, they had been inside their home in the 600 block of South Henderson Avenue when they heard a knock at the door, public information officer Darin Hickey said...
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Poplar Bluff man gets 15 years for fatal shooting
(Local News ~ 12/03/13)
A judge sentenced a Poplar Bluff, Mo., man to 15 years in prison Monday for the 2011 shooting death of 29-year-old Marcus McFarland. Paris Thomas originally faced charges of first-degree murder, armed criminal action and unlawful possession of a firearm, but in September, prosecutors reduced the charges to voluntary manslaughter and unlawful possession of a firearm in exchange for Thomas' guilty plea...
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Cape council voices concerns about new police station cost, location
(Local News ~ 12/03/13)
Cape Girardeau city officials have many ideas regarding a possible new police station, but Monday came to one conclusion: There is still much to consider as planning moves forward. The city council's discussion during its study session of recently presented options for a new or renovated station saw officials recognize that a needs study conducted by a hired architecture firm made a justifiable case for the current and future city police force's needs, but all the council members want to see more exploration.. ...
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Jackson aldermen choose narrow-network insurance plan for city employees
(Local News ~ 12/03/13)
The Jackson Board of Aldermen on Monday unanimously passed an ordinance authorizing a contractual agreement with United Healthcare to provide health insurance for the close to 130 city of Jackson employees. Jim Roach, Jackson city administrator, said Monday the board chose to switch health insurance providers from Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield to United Healthcare of Maryland Heights, Mo., and in turn, switch to a narrower network...
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NWS: Winter weather on the way
(Local News ~ 12/03/13)
All of Southeast Missouri and the surrounding region could be in for a winter weather event late this week if forecast models being examined Monday by the National Weather Service hold true in the coming days. Forecasters are not yet sure what type or how much precipitation will fall Thursday and Friday when a winter storm is expected to move through the area, but Dan Spaeth, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Paducah, Ky., said he is fairly confident there will be some accumulation.. ...
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New Central High School and Junior High orchestra director is the first new face in 22 years
(Local News ~ 12/03/13)
Michael Hanf is the new man holding the baton, leading the Central High School and Central Junior High orchestras. Moving here in June, Hanf replaced longtime orchestra leader Steve Schaffner, who retired last spring after 22 years in the spot. A Springfield, Mo., native Hanf taught three years in Rogers, Ark., and five years in St. ...
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Mo. starts session on Boeing incentives
(State News ~ 12/03/13)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Missouri lawmakers were seeking additional information as they started work Monday on an incentives package aimed at winning production of Boeing's new 777X commercial airplane. A special legislative session called by Gov. ...
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Sounds of the Season Showcases Holiday Spirit
(Submitted Photo ~ 12/03/13)
Santa greets Laikyn Williams, 2, of Jackson, at the SoutheastHEALTH Foundation's 18th annual Sounds of the Season holiday concert on Sunday, Dec. 1, at the Cape Bible Chapel. About 500 people attended the Christmas show. Orchestrated by local musician and band leader Jerry Ford, the show featured some of the area's top vocal and dance talent. Proceeds benefited the Southeast Cancer Patient Experience Fund...
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Eye on the sky: Leek watches weather to ensure student safety
(Submitted Story ~ 12/03/13)
Russell Leek is the assistant superintendent of District 32. This time of year, he's also a part-time meteorologist. "I do spend quite a bit of time monitoring the weather when the word 'snow' is mentioned," Leek said. This week's forecast is for a period of mixed wintry precipitation Thursday and Friday. "I started monitoring immediately Monday morning," he said. "I touch base with Brad Moll of Meyer Bus Line, and I keep Superintendent Scott Ireland posted on what we can anticipate."...
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Tired Murphy
(Submitted Photo ~ 12/03/13)
Murphy passed out on the couch after his first Thanksgiving.
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Host Cardinals overtake Rams at Woodland Tournament
(High School Sports ~ 12/03/13)
Woodland rallied to beat Scott City 66-53 in the first round of its own tournament
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Today in History
(National News ~ 12/03/13)
Today is Tuesday, Dec. 3, the 337th day of 2013. There are 28 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On Dec. 3, 1984, thousands of people died after a cloud of methyl isocyanate gas escaped from a pesticide plant operated by a Union Carbide subsidiary in Bhopal, India...
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Provost an important role for university
(Editorial ~ 12/03/13)
Southeast Missouri State University announced Nov. 26 its decision on who will be the next provost at the university. Dr. Bill Eddleman, a 19-year university faculty member, was chosen to succeed Dr. Ron Rosati. Dr. Gerald McDougall served as interim provost...
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Several Christmas festivities to be held in Jackson
(Column ~ 12/03/13)
I hope you had a blessed Thanksgiving and a bountiful feast that included sharing with family and friends. In the rush to get to the Christmas season, we sometimes forget how thankful we should be to live in America -- and especially the heartland...
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Hilton IPO could raise $2.4 billion
(National News ~ 12/03/13)
NEW YORK -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. said Monday it could raise as much as $2.37 billion, making it one of the year's biggest IPOs. The hotel operator said in a regulatory filing that the offering of 112.8 million shares is expected to price between $18 and $21 each. Hilton is offering about 64.1 million shares, and selling shareholders are offering 48.7 million shares. Selling additional shares to banks could put the IPO's proceeds at as much as $2.72 billion...
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Out of the past 12/3/13
(Out of the Past ~ 12/03/13)
The Cape Girardeau Chamber of Commerce board of directors approves a three-year contract for chamber president Robert Hendrix and agrees to review the organization's committee structure. The fourth annual Festival of Trees raised $8,000 for WISER Inc., which operates the women's safe house in Cape Girardeau; more than 100 people last night bid on the 20 decorated trees as well as many wreaths and centerpieces during the fundraiser...
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Births 12/3/13
(Births ~ 12/03/13)
Daughter to Victor McDuff Miller and Lana Kristine Koeppel of Jackson, Southeast Hospital, 7:16 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2013. Name, Emma Rose Kristine. Weight, 7 pounds, 13 ounces. Third child, first daughter. Ms. Koeppel is the daughter of Charleen and Larry Biester of Jackson and Alan Koeppel of Cape Girardeau. Miller is the son of Duane Renfro of Dexter, Mo., and Mary Davis of Gainesville, Fla. He is employed by C&C Construction...
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Prayer 12-3
(Prayer ~ 12/03/13)
O Lord God, we lift our eyes to you, our loving Father. Amen.
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Speak Out 12/3/13
(Speak Out ~ 12/03/13)
Many area schools have undertaken the task of establishing safe rooms for students in case a tornado hits. Some are struggling to do so, largely because of prohibitive costs, something I hope can be rectified. Some have, incomprehensibly, done nothing. And, even worse than that, some schools, apparently resting their hopes on a gullible public, are claiming they have safe rooms when they don't...
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Jackson fire report 12/3/13
(Police/Fire Report ~ 12/03/13)
Firefighters responded to the following call Saturday:...
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Jackson police report 12/3/13
(Police/Fire Report ~ 12/03/13)
The Jackson Police Department released the following items. Arrests do not imply guilt. Summonses...
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Cape Girardeau fire report 12/3/13
(Police/Fire Report ~ 12/03/13)
Firefighters responded to the following calls Sunday:...
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Cape Girardeau police report 12/3/13
(Police/Fire Report ~ 12/03/13)
The Cape Girardeau Police Department released the following items. Arrests do not imply guilt. Arrests...
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Nutt named OVC co-player of week
(College Sports ~ 12/03/13)
Southeast Missouri State senior point guard Lucas Nutt was selected the OVC co-player of the week Monday after helping the Redhawks to the Cure UCD Classic title in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, over the weekend. Nutt, who was among three Redhawks honored in the OVC weekly awards, averaged 15.3 points, five assists and two rebounds in the three-game tournament. ...
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China launches first moon rover, the 'Jade Rabbit'
(International News ~ 12/03/13)
BEIJING -- China launched its first rover mission to the moon Monday, sending a robotic craft named Jade Rabbit to trundle across the lunar landscape, examine its geology and beam images back to Earth. A rocket carrying the rover aboard an unmanned Chang'e 3 spaceship successfully blasted off early Monday from a launch center in southwestern China and was scheduled to arrive on the moon in mid-December, the official Xinhua News Agency said...
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New Egypt draft charter sets powers for military
(International News ~ 12/03/13)
CAIRO -- Extensive amendments of the constitution adopted under Egypt's ousted Islamist president give the military more privileges, enshrining its place as the nation's most powerful institution and the source of real power, while removing parts that liberals feared set the stage for the creation of an Islamic state...
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Lebanese army taking over 2nd-largest city
(International News ~ 12/03/13)
TRIPOLI, Lebanon -- The government authorized the army Monday to take charge of security in Lebanon's second-largest city of Tripoli for six months after deadly sectarian clashes by rival sides stemming from the civil war in neighboring Syria. Many fear that the violence in Tripoli -- only 18 miles from the Syrian border -- could tip the rest of Lebanon back toward chaos. At least 12 people were killed and more than 100 wounded in the latest fighting that broke out Saturday...
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High school roundup: Top seeds move on with ease at Oran Invitational
(High School Sports ~ 12/03/13)
The top three seeds advanced forcefully through the opening round of the Oran Invitational on Monday night. Top-seeded Oran cruised to a 94-36 victory over No. 8 Bell City; No. 2 Chaffee rolled to a 90-41 win over No. 7 Richland; and No. 3 Scott County Central posted a 74-29 victory over No. 6 Kelly...
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Same-sex weddings become reality in Hawaii with new law
(National News ~ 12/03/13)
HONOLULU -- Hawaii issued 40 licenses for same-sex marriages Monday as gay marriages began in the state with six couples at a Waikiki resort exchanging vows side-by-side in front of a few hundred guests. The state began accepting applications for licenses on its website at midnight. Almost all of the licenses were for couples on Oahu, said state Department of Health spokeswoman Janice Okubo. One license was for a couple on Maui...
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NTSB: Train going too fast at curve
(National News ~ 12/03/13)
YONKERS, N.Y. -- The National Transportation Safety Board says a train that derailed in New York City was traveling 82 mph as it approached 30 mph zone. The Metro-North Railroad commuter train jumped the tracks Sunday morning along a sharp curve where the speed limit drops from 70 mph to 30 mph. Four passengers died...
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Amazon: Drones could deliver packages in less than 30 min.
(National News ~ 12/03/13)
NEW YORK -- Amazon is working on a way to get packages to customers in 30 minutes or less -- via self-guided drone. Consider it the modern version of a pizza delivery boy, minus the awkward teenager. Amazon.com Inc. says it's working on the so-called Prime Air unmanned aircraft project but it will take years to advance the technology and for the Federal Aviation Administration to create the necessary rules and regulations...
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High court won't stop New York's Internet taxation
(National News ~ 12/03/13)
WASHINGTON -- On perhaps the busiest online shopping day of the year, the Supreme Court refused to wade into a dispute over state sales taxes for purchases on websites such as Amazon.com, an outcome likely to prompt more states to attempt to collect taxes on Internet sales...
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Year-end signups crucial test for health-care site
(National News ~ 12/03/13)
WASHINGTON -- President Barack Obama's new and improved health care website faces yet another test in just a couple of weeks, its biggest yet. If HealthCare.gov becomes overwhelmed by an expected year-end crunch, many Americans will be left facing a break in their insurance coverage...
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Leon Winkler
(Obituary ~ 12/03/13)
PERRYVILLE, Mo. -- Leon C. Winkler, 78, of Festus, Mo., formerly of Perryville, died Saturday, Nov. 30, 2013, at the home of a son in Ellisville, Mo. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. today and from 6:30 a.m. until time of service Wednesday at Young and Sons Funeral Home...
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Carrie Wendersky
(Obituary ~ 12/03/13)
Carrie Ann Wendersky, 45, of Friedheim died Sunday, Dec. 1, 2013, at her home. A private family graveside service was at Russell Heights Cemetery in Jackson. A memorial service will be at a later date. McCombs Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Jackson was in charge of arrangements...
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Edith Lewis
(Obituary ~ 12/03/13)
Edith Ivadell Lewis, 85, of Baton Rouge, La., passed away Sunday, Dec. 1, 2013, at her home, surrounded by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was born in Collinwood, Tenn., was a native of Southeast Missouri, and was a 24-year resident of Baton Rouge...
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Anna Kirkpatrick
(Obituary ~ 12/03/13)
MARBLE HILL, Mo. -- Anna Mae Kirkpatrick, 95, of Marble Hill passed away Sunday, Dec. 1, 2013, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. She was born Nov. 1, 1918, in St. Louis County, to William and Clara Sieland Amelung. She and Joe Kirkpatrick were married May 27, 1972. He passed away May 27, 1990...
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Tigers have no controversy at QB, just depth
(Professional Sports ~ 12/03/13)
COLUMBIA, Mo. -- James Franklin got the better of Johnny Football while helping No. 5 Missouri reach the SEC championship game. He's having an outstanding senior season, going 8-0 as the starting quarterback for one of the nation's best offenses...
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Mary Kephart
(Obituary ~ 12/03/13)
PERRYVILLE, Mo. -- Mary Lou Besand Kephart, 86, of Kearney, Mo., formerly of Perryville, died Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2013. A memorial gathering will be from 8 a.m. until time of service Saturday at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church. A memorial Mass will be at 9 a.m. at the church, with the Rev. Milton Ryan officiating...
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Charles Jestus
(Obituary ~ 12/03/13)
Charles Phillip Jestus, 65, of Cape Girardeau died Sunday, Dec. 1, 2013, at his home. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to service time Thursday at Ford and Sons Sprigg Street Chapel. The funeral will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Fairmount Cemetery with full military honors...
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Doris Hartle
(Obituary ~ 12/03/13)
Doris Ethel Friese Hartle, 90, of St. Peters, Mo., died peacefully Saturday, Nov. 30, 2013, at Spencer Place Assisted Living in St. Peters. She is survived by a daughter, Carole Schwab; a grandson, Todd Cowell; a brother, Norval Friese; two sisters-in-law, Madge and Ella Friese; and many nieces and nephews...
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Gena Hart
(Obituary ~ 12/03/13)
Gena L. Hart, 91, of Cape Girardeau, formerly of West Frankfort, Ill., passed away Sunday, Dec. 1, 2013, at Ratliff Care Center. She was born June 6, 1922, in West Frankfort, to Joseph and Maria Spagnoli Tedeschi. She married Patrick Hart in 1946. He preceded her in death Jan. 4, 1988...
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Rev. Ralph Duffner
(Obituary ~ 12/03/13)
The Rev. Ralph Joseph Jacob Duffner, 83, of Jackson died Monday, Dec. 2, 2013, at Jackson Manor. Amick-Burnett Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
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Penalties contributed to demise of Rams
(Professional Sports ~ 12/03/13)
ST. LOUIS -- Coach Jeff Fisher is willing to forget about the season-high 11 penalties the Rams took on Sunday in a 23-13 loss at San Francisco. As long as it doesn't happen again. "We're not [normally] a penalty-plagued football team," he said Monday...
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Bruce Lee's famous yellow jumpsuit up for auction
(Entertainment ~ 12/03/13)
HONG KONG -- Bruce Lee fans who covet the original yellow jumpsuit that the martial arts legend wore onscreen will get a chance to bid for it at a Hong Kong auction this week. It's part of a collection of 14 items including clothing and props going on the block Thursday...
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Health beat: International Day of Persons with Disabilities
(Community ~ 12/03/13)
Around the world, people with disabilities face physical, social, economic and attitudinal barriers that exclude them from participating fully and effectively as equal members of society. Today is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This year's theme is "break barriers, open doors: for an inclusive society for all." The commemoration of this year's International Day of Persons with Disabilities provides an opportunity to further raise awareness of disability and accessibility as a cross cutting development issue. ...
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Fertility doctors look to lower rate of twin births
(Community ~ 12/03/13)
BOSTON -- In the five years since the "Octomom" case, big multiple births have gone way down but the twin rate has barely budged. Now fertility experts are pushing a new goal: One. A growing number of couples are attempting pregnancy with just a single embryo, helped by new ways to pick the ones most likely to succeed. New guidelines urge doctors to stress this approach...
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Magnetic piercing lets paralyzed drive wheelchairs
(Community ~ 12/03/13)
WASHINGTON -- An experimental device is letting paralyzed people drive wheelchairs simply by flicking their tongue in the right direction. The key to this wireless system: Users get their tongue pierced with a magnetic stud that resembles jewelry and acts like a joystick, in hopes of offering them more mobility and independence...
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Perryville, Oak Ridge advance to semifinals at Woodland Tournament
(High School Sports ~ 12/03/13)
Top-seeded Perryville and second-seeded Oak Ridge both won by more than 30 points in reaching the semifinals of the Woodland Tournament on Monday night. Perryville's Colin Schirmer scored a game-high 27 points in a 68-43 win over No. 8 Zalma. Grant Dix added 16 points, including four 3-pointers, for the Pirates (1-0)...
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Advance boys basketball team downs Malden in opener of Oran Invite
(High School Sports ~ 12/03/13)
The fifth-seeded Hornets scored 11 unanswered points to start the fourth quarter, which was enough to give them a 20 point lead with six minutes left in the game and led to a 93-68 victory over fourth-seeded Malden.
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