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Powerful sedative found in Jackson’s home
 A law enforcement official says the powerful sedative Diprivan was found in Michael Jackson's home. Diprivan is an intravenous anesthetic drug widely used in operating rooms to induce unconsciousness. Also known as Propofol, it's very unusual to have in a private home
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Up to 6,000 exposed to hepatitis at hospital
A former surgery technician may have exposed thousands of Colorado patients to hepatitis C when she swapped her own dirty syringes for ones filled with a powerful narcotic, officials said.
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Fact file: What is Diprivan?
Diprivan, a powerful sedative reportedly found at Michael Jackson's home, is generally used as an anesthesia during surgeries. Find out more about the medication.
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'Organic' label's integrity under fire
 USDA shortcomings mean consumers who buy "organic" are not always getting foods without pesticides, produced in a way that is gentle on the environment.
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Obama health czar led companies in trouble
 Nancy-Ann DeParle, President Barack Obama’s health policy czar, served as a director of corporations that faced scores of federal investigations, whistleblower lawsuits and other regulatory actions, according to government records reviewed by the Investigative Reporting Workshop at American University.
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Rural S.C. terrorized by 5 killings in past week
 A terrified rural South Carolina community hunkered down over the Fourth of July after the sheriff said a serial killer was on the loose, and longtime residents were reminded of a murderer who terrorized the town in the 1960s.
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Serena dominant in Wimbledon victory
 Serena Williams has won her third Wimbledon title, beating sister Venus Williams 7-6 (3), 6-2 in the final.
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2 GIs die in bombing, gunfight at Afghan base
Militants blew up a vehicle outside the gates of a U.S. base in Afghanistan on Saturday, sparking a two-hour gunbattle, officials said. Two American troops were killed and four others injured.
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Economists point to rising debt as next crisis
 The Founding Fathers left one legacy not celebrated on Independence Day but which affects us all. It's the national debt, which is a staggering $11.4 trillion — about $37,000 for every American.
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1.2 million apply for Jackson memorial tickets
 More than a million fans from around the world applied for 17,500 free tickets to Michael Jackson's public memorial service next week, organizers said on Friday.
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Fireworks explosion in N.C. kills 1, hurts 4
A truckload of fireworks explodes on a remote North Carolina island dock, killing one worker and critically injuring four others preparing for an Independence Day celebration, authorities say.
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Economists point to rising debt as next crisis
The Founding Fathers left one legacy not celebrated on Independence Day but which affects us all. It's the national debt, which is a staggering $11.4 trillion — about $37,000 for every American.
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Obama, McCain give dueling 4th addresses
 In dueling holiday addresses, President Barack Obama appealed for public support of his domestic programs and Sen. John McCain said Americans should side with Iranian election protesters.
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Lady Liberty’s crown reopens
 The first visitors allowed into the Statue of Liberty's crown in nearly eight years began the arduous climb on an Independence Day journey laden with symbolism of freedom and national pride.
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Cops: Ariz. mom led sons on crime spree
The case of an Arizona mother who allegedly led her sons on a crime spree has outraged authorities and the public and drawn comparisons to "Ma Barker," the infamous mom in the early 1900s.
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Rand Beers
"The precondition to freedom is security."
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A. J. Liebling
"Freedom of the press is guaranteed only to those who own one."
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Lawrence Clark Powell
"Write to be understood, speak to be heard, read to grow."
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Corita Kent
"Life is a succession of moments, to live each one is to succeed."
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| How to of the Day |
How to Create Colored Rice or Pasta
This experiment is a great craft for toddlers and children. Picky eaters might also be more inclined to eat colorful food. Adults can even use this quirky medium to make a colorful masterpiece!
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How to Slalom Ski (Water Ski on One Ski)
Have you been water skiing for years, and wondering if there were any other challenges for you to face? If you think you're ready to move on to the next level of skiing, drop one ski and getting ready to slalom!
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How to Insert an Infusion Site That Will Stay Put
Many people with Type I diabetes use an insulin pump, and many of those people have problems making their infusion sites stay put. Here are instructions that help show how to apply Skin Tac and Tegaderm (or similar product, such as IV3000) on top of the site.
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How to Perform a Trebuchet with a Butterfly Knife
The trebuchet is a butterfly knife trick consisting of a combination of three moves: a reverse twirl, a backhand opening and an aerial. It is moderately difficult to perform. This article will provide step-by-step instructions and pictures for learning it, in addition to a video tutorial.
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How to Survive when a Parent Threatens Suicide
It's hard enough getting through your own life. But when a parent threatens suicide, it can rock your world in ways you can hardly imagine. What do you do? Can you help? And where do you turn to find support yourself? This article will not have all the answers, but it can help direct you as you navigate these very difficult, dark waters.
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