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Antique bows were often made with a small piece of ivory that clamps the bow hairs onto the wood.

Musicians, Take Note: Your Instrument May Be Contraband

Tighter regulations on ivory coming in and out of the U.S. could have a profound impact on musicians who travel with antique instruments.

Seattle City Council Mulls Creating Park District To Fund Repairs

The city of Seattle says its parks need major repairs and it doesn’t have the money to pay for them.On Monday night, the Seattle City Council will hear…

The Kaufman family's 36-foot cutter, Rebel Heart.

Sick 1-Year-Old Rescued From Sailboat 1,000 Miles Off Mexican Coast

The parents activated a distress beacon from their 36-foot sailboat en route to the Pacific islands after the girl developed a fever and rash that wouldn't respond to medications.

U.S. Spc. Ivan Lopez is pictured in the Sinai Peninsula between 2007 and 2008, during his service with the 295th Infantry of the Puerto Rico National Guard in an undated handout photo by PR National Guard. Lopez killed three other soldiers and himself at Fort Hood, Texas, this week, officials say.

Argument Over Requested Leave Preceded Fort Hood Shootings

Army officials say Spc. Iván López opened fire after a dispute over his request for leave. Within eight minutes, López allegedly fired 35 shots.

Obama To Visit Site Of Deadly Mudslide, Meet Families And Emergency Responders

Pres. Barack Obama will visit the site of the deadly mudslide in Snohomish County and meet with family members of victims and first responders, Gov. Jay…

The City College of New York basketball team in 1932.

How Stereotypes Explain Everything And Nothing At All

The early days of college hoops were dominated by flashy players who were thought to be naturally suited for the game and who saw the sport as their way out of the ghetto. They're not who you suspect.

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