Team in Germany maps Neanderthal genome
LEIPZIG, Germany -- Researchers in Germany have completed the first draft of the Neanderthal genome, more than 3 billion genetic building blocks that will shed new light on the ancient hominid as well as the origins of its closest relation -- modern... [More]
By Patrick Mcgroarty
Associated Press | February 12
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Retailers Scramble to Make Sense of New Toxic Toy Rules
On any given day, the tight quarters at Clover Toys are packed with parents scanning shelves and racks crammed with books, clothes and, you guessed it, toys. The long, narrow shop in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood offers a treasure trove of many... [More]
Melanthia M. Peterman | February 12
Court says measles vaccine not to blame for autism
WASHINGTON -- In a big blow to parents who believe vaccines caused their children's autism, a special court ruled today that the shots are not to blame. [More]
By Kevin Freking and Lauran Neergaard
Associated Press | February 12
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Crash of U.S., Russian satellites a threat in space
MOSCOW -- The collision between U.S. and Russian communication satellites this week -- the first such crash in space -- has created speeding clouds of debris that threaten other unmanned spacecraft in nearby orbits, Russian officials and experts... [More]
By Douglas Birch and Vladimir Isachenkov
Associated Press | February 12
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Obama urges Americans to follow Lincoln's example
WASHINGTON -- President Barack Obama called on Americans today to follow Abraham Lincoln's example of showing generosity to political opponents and valuing national unity -- above all else. [More]
By Ben Feller and Christopher Wills
Associated Press | February 12
Report: Mariners make offer to Griffey
PEORIA, Ariz. -- The Seattle Mariners have made a contract offer that would bring outfielder Ken Griffey Jr. back to the organization, according to a report this morning on mlb.com. [More]
By Kirby Arnold
Herald Writer | February 12
Lawyers: South Carolina officers making arrests in Phelps case
COLUMBIA, S.C. -- Authorities in the South Carolina county where Michael Phelps was photographed smoking from a marijuana pipe have been arresting people as they seek to make a case against the superstar swimmer, lawyers for two arrested people said... [More]
Associated Press | February 12
Dunn deal: Slugger joins the Nationals
WASHINGTON -- Adam Dunn has a new team, and the Washington Nationals have a new cleanup hitter. The Nationals scheduled a news conference at their stadium Thursday to introduce Dunn, a free agent who agreed to a $20 million, two-year deal. [More]
Associated Press | February 12
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