Today in Science

Stem Cells

Senate passes 3 stem cell bills. One easing restrictions on federal funding for embryonic stem cells awaits President Bush's first ever veto. WP, Al Jazeera, Reuters, AP, AP, BBC, ScienceNOW

One sponsored by Rick Santorum did not pass the House. AP, AP

The ban has damaged US progress on stem cell technology. WP

Groups are challenging patents on stem cell technology. ScienceNOW


Health

Autistic boys have fewer neurons in their amygdalas. Reuters


Bird Flu

National Governor's Association releases bird flu guidelines. AP, AP


Drugs

Methamphetamine remains the biggest drug problem in the US. AP, AP

New implantable birth control drug approved by FDA. AP, AP, Reuters


Miscellaneous

More people worldwide are moving to coastal regions as coastal regions become more dangerous. LiveScience.com


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