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The wooden crate that arrived in Philadelphia that day was the plain-looking sort typically used to transport clothing and textiles. Just over 3 feet long, it was 2 feet 8 [...]

Presents the views of professors Douglas Ricci and Naba S. Hamid and Reverend Keith Kimber on several issues. Advice on cherry tomatoes; Conduct of life amid car bombs and kidnappings in Iraq; Accessibility to the Internet during church services.

Reports that Iranian policewomen have rappelled down the side of a building in Tehran during their graduation in spring 2005. Compliance with the state's Islamic dress codes.

Reports on the research conducted by biologist Bryan Fry and colleagues in Australia concerning snake venoms. List of deadly snakes; Potential medical advantage of the research.

Provides information on the iPod used by U.S. President George W. Bush during his mountain-bike rides. Estimated number of songs included in the iPod; Role of personal aide Blake Gottesman in downloading music for the iPod.

Reports on the conflict within the Connecticut Legislature over a bill that would have banned soda and candy from public school cafeterias and vending machines. Purpose of the bill; Response of school officials to the bill.

Compares the use of the Internet between teens and adults. Percentage of teens who use instant messaging and music sites.

Presents an interview with Danica Patrick, a participant at the Indianapolis 500 car race in Indiana in May 2005. Views about her fame; Resistance felt from the public; Lesson learned from racing in the Indy 500.

Reports on the grammatical errors committed by U.S. small businesses when advertising with hand-lettered signs. Cause of language problem among immigrants.

Reports that the city of Yokohama in Japan has set a goal of reducing incineration over five years, as of May 2005. Instruction given for sorting garbage; Percentage of garbage that were incinerated in the state.

Reports on the scanning of the mummy of Egyptian Pharaoh Tutankhamen. Reconstruction of the face of the Pharaoh; Display of his treasures at the museum.