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April 13, 2005
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Deadly Virus Accidentally Sent to Labs

A flu virus distributed to labs for testing purposes is discovered to be the same strain responsible for a pandemic in the late ’50s. Now, the World Health Organization, concerned about another outbreak, is urging the labs to destroy the virus.

Bush, Sharon at Odds Over Settlements

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The White House and Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon are at odds over Israel’s plan to expand Jewish settlements east of Jerusalem.

Jerusalem 2050

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As Ariel Sharon pushes settlement expansion around Jerusalem, we talk to a participant in a conference imagining a prosperous and peaceful future for the divided city.

Is Delay Being Singled Out?

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A lobbyist watch dog group examines the activities of House Majority Leader Tom Delay.

UMass Student at Center of File Swapping Storm

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The recording industry says program developed by UMass student facilitates illegal file swapping. Bob Oakes speaks with the student creator of I2hub.

TV Show Revels in End of Times

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“Revelations” premieres this evening on NBC. A TV critic reveals his thoughts on this eschatological thriller.

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