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4 October 2003

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  Scientists Investigate Teen's Photo   (BBC)
  • Space experts are examining an unusual photograph taken by a Bridgend teenager which appears to show a meteor burning out above his home town. Jonathan Burnett, 15, has impressed experts at US space agency Nasa with his image of the fiery ball.


    •   Another Bottle? You've Had Too Much Beethoven   (Reuters)
  • A scientific study shows that a bit of classical music can persuade diners to buy more fancy coffees, pricey wines and luxurious desserts.


    •   Going Around the Twist by Texting   (Reuters)
  • Too much text messaging? You may need professional help.


    •   Band Leader Says Suicide Show Will Go on Despite Possible Charges   (Associated Press)
  • The leader of a band called Hell on Earth said he would defy threats of criminal charges and hold an Internet-broadcast concert featuring the suicide of a terminally ill fan.


    •   A Modern-Day 'Bonnie and Clyde' Tale of Loot and Love   (Associated Press)
  • In a fairy tale, the hero isn't a suspected bank robber and his heroine the accused getaway driver - and happily ever after doesn't include the possibility of prison for both.


    •   Internet Evolves Underground in Wake of Music-Swapping Lawsuits   (Associated Press)
  • Just as Prohibition drove drinkers underground in the roaring '20s, the music industry's crackdown is pushing many song swappers away from the open Internet and into what amount to cyberspace speakeasies.


    •   Tiger Attacks Illusionist During 'Siegfried & Roy' Show   (Associated Press)
  • A tiger attacked magician Roy Horn of duo "Siegfried & Roy" during a Friday night performance, leaving the superstar illusionist in critical condition.


    •   Canadian PM Mulls Smoking Pot in Retirement   (Reuters)
  • Now Canada can understand why Prime Minister Jean Chretien seems to be in such a hurry to push through a law decriminalising marijuana.
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