The Taser Gun's Physical Effect *
Apr 1st, 2005 · Your body uses electricity to move your muscles. A Taser essentially overwhelms that system, causing temporary paralysis. But few independent studies have been done on the weapons.
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Tinariwen Makes Music a Powerful Weapon *
Oct 27th, 2004 · Tinariwen formed in the refugee camps of Libya and Algeria. They've carried instruments and rifles in their lives, and fought for the freedom of their Tuareg people. Their music is a mix of North African blues and at times reggae-influenced. Chris Nickson reviews their CD, Amassakoul.
Scientist Criticizes Los Alamos Security Shutdown
Sep 20th, 2004 · The Los Alamos National Laboratory will remove all weapons-grade nuclear materials from a section of the lab after determining the area to be too prone to security lapses. Scientists at the facility say morale is low after four employees were fired and another was forced to resign. NPR's David Kestenbaum reports.
Graham Allison on Preventing Nuclear Catastrophe *
Aug 10th, 2004 · Graham Allison is an expert on nuclear weapons and national security. In his new book, Nuclear Terrorism: The Ultimate Preventable Catastrophe, he argues that avoiding a catastrophic nuclear event needs to be a higher priority for the U.S. government.
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