Watch a Baby Giraffe Being Born

Watch a Baby Giraffe Being Born

This birth of a baby Masai giraffe takes place at Safari West in Santa Rosa, California.


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US Airways pilot "Sully" Sullenberger has an overdue book

US Airways pilot "Sully" Sullenberger has an overdue book

"Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, the US Airways pilot who splash landed his jetliner in the Hudson River on January 15 with no fatalities, had a book in the plane's cargo hold he had checked out from California State University, Fresno, through his local library near Danville, CA. Library officials say Sullenberger called and asked for an extension and waiver of overdue fees. The librarians, appreciative of Sullenberger's sense of responsibility, waived all fees and are dedicating the replacement book to him. The book's subject? Professional ethics."

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US Airways backs down on $2 soft-drink charge

US Airways backs down on $2 soft-drink charge

The charge for soft drinks I encountered on a recent U.S. Airways flight surprised me--in fact, it annoyed me enough that I refused to pay or drink--and the news that the airlines is now removing the charge due to unpopularity surprises me almost more.  Read all about it.


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