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MANILA, Philippines – Laboratory tests show that 27 schoolchildren who died after eating cassava roots last week were poisoned with pesticide, health experts said Monday. Authorities earlier said they suspected the victims from Mabini (search) town on central Bohol island were sickened with cyanide poisoning that occurs if the starchy …

VIENNA, Austria – Austrians recognized Michael Jackson’s (search) star — the one he wore on his chest that is. The pop singer has been photographed before recent court appearances in California wearing what experts here say is the “Order of Vienna,” a medal awarded to artists, businessmen or others of …

What should parents ask themselves before handing over a cell phone to a teen or pre-teen? Educators and social scientists offer these guidelines: Q: Is the phone truly necessary? A: At most schools, a student can make a phone call during the day by just walking into the office and …