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Space Station Assembly: Elements: Zarya Control Module, Baikonur Cosmo
Background information about the Russian "launch complex where Sputnik 1, Earth's first artificial satellite, was launched. The rocket that lifted Yuri Gagarin, the first human in orbit, was also launched from Baikonur."Includes a photo and map of the Baikonur Cosmodrome, which celebrates its 50th anniversary in June 2005. From the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Amazon's Online Video Gambit
The all-encompassing internet retailer joins the increasingly crowded field of competitors for this market, and backs it up with an impressive lineup of participating studios and networks. But a few big ones remain aloof, and Apple is about ready to take the plunge, too. Siberian Tigers Hang Tough: Results Of Latest Survey Show Tiger Number
Results of the latest full range survey indicate that tiger numbers in Russia appear to be stable, say the coordinators of a 2005 winter effort to count the animals, led by the New York-based Wildlife Conservation Society. Early Voters Hold Most Power In Primaries, Say Economists
As voters in Iowa and New Hampshire prepare to head to the polls for the 2008 presidential primary season, new research shows just how much power these early voters hold. Researchers demonstrate that early voters have up to 20 times the influence of voters in later states when it comes to candidate selection. [Funny] A referee has sent himself off in an English amateur league ma
Andy Wain had to abandon the Sunday league match between Peterborough North End and a Royal Mail side in the 63rd minute after throwing down his whistle and marching up to confront North End's keeper. New Measure Helps Determine How Much Risk Investors Can Tolerate
An Ohio State University researcher has helped develop a new measure that he says is a better way to calculate how much risk people are willing to take in their investments. Children Flying Solo
Information about "unaccompanied minors,"children between 5 and 12 who travel on airplanes without a parent or guardian. Includes information about forms, airlines services, escort fees for major domestic airlines, general age guidelines, and safety tips. From a Web site for travelers who enjoy the fun of planning their own trips. Wide-spread Use Of Intranasal Flu Vaccine Does Not Show Unexpected Ser
Approximately 2.5 million people received the intranasal influenza vaccine the last 2 flu seasons, and a new study did not identify unexpected serious risks associated with use of this vaccine, according to an article in the December 7 issue of JAMA. Among Youth In US, Whites Have Highest Incidence Of Diabetes
Non-Hispanic white youth have the highest rate of diabetes of all racial/ethnic groups for children in the US, with type 1 being the predominant kind of diabetes among youth, according to a study in the June 27 issue of JAMA, a theme issue on chronic diseases of children. Shark Teeth Provide Key To North Sea’s Climatic Past
A team of German and British scientists have used fossilised shark teeth to reconstruct the climate of the North Sea during the Palaeogene period, between 40 and 60 million years ago. The results suggest that the North Sea was for a brief period isolated from surrounding oceans, resulting in surface-water freshening and a significant reduction in the diversity of life.
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