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Strategy, timing key to states' pot legalization
December 2, 2012 1:27 PM
SEATTLE (AP) - In the late-1980s heyday of the anti-drug "Just Say No" campaign, a man calling himself "Jerry" appeared on a Seattle talk radio show to criticize U.S. marijuana laws. An esteemed businessman, he hid his identity because he didn't want to offend customers who - like so many... more » -
Hibernating bears studied for heart health
July 23, 2010 2:11 PM
Grizzly bears often have 50% body fat and they sleep half the year. So why are their hearts so healthy? Researchers at Washington State University are trying to figure it out. During hibernation, bears have extremely low heart rates and can even turn off two of the four... more » -
Study: Third of Americans use library computers
March 25, 2010 8:34 AM
A new study shows computers at public libraries are busy, popular places. The study shows a third of Americans - about 77 million people - use public library computers to look for jobs, connect with friends, do their homework and improve their lives. The study was paid for... more » -
Kids watching hours of TV at home daycare
November 23, 2009 11:21 AM
Parents who thought their preschoolers were spending time in home-based day cares, taking naps, eating healthy snacks and learning to play nicely with others may be surprised to discover they are sitting as many as two hours a day in front of a TV, according to a study published Monday.... more »
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