Daily Archives: May 11, 2005

It’s Science, Not a Freak Show

Posted on May 11, 2005 by glasscastle

The latest focus of apprehension over the headlong rush of biotechnology involves the creation of animal-human hybrids, known as chimeras. Distinguished groups of ethicists and scientists have been pondering what steps should be taken, if any, to head off the … Continue reading →

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Homeland Supply of Oil and Drugs Threatened

Posted on May 11, 2005 by glasscastle

KABUL, Afghanistan, May 11 – Four Afghan protesters were killed and more than 60 were injured today in the eastern city of Jalalabad in the worst anti-American demonstrations Afghanistan has seen in the three years since the fall of the … Continue reading →

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Your Music or Your Life

Posted on May 11, 2005 by glasscastle

As far as we can tell, Amazon.com started this business of "People who bought this book/CD/movie also bought" and "If you like these, you’ll also like this". Nowadays this technology, with varying degrees of sophistication, invites us to try everything … Continue reading →

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Nothing New Under the Ra

Posted on May 11, 2005 by glasscastle

Egyptian scientists have finally lifted the veil of mystery surrounding famed pharaoh Tutankhamun’s death, saying he died of a swift attack of gangrene after breaking his leg. "After consultations with Italian and Swiss experts, Egyptian scientists … have found that … Continue reading →

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