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Since she turned 18, Janet Jackson has been in control of her life–and her success. Today she celebrates a birthday–and maybe loosen up on the control switch. But there are others doing the happy dance with her, so listen up for the day’s Birthday Countdown.This New Edition Member Is 44 Today

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That’s right, on this day in 1980 the Lakers defeated the legendary 76′ers–and they were led by a rookie kid named Earvin “Magic” Jonson. and the rest, as they say, was history. Today also saw the death of two entertainment giants on the same day in the same year–one sang about the Candyman–and the other played with Muppets. Get the wonderful and the whimsical in today’s History Notes.14 Year Old Marries 15 Year Old And Lead A European Nation

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You may be–and not even realize it. New figures show more people walking their sleep than first thought—and there are some medical conditions that may make you more prone to do so. And the Catholic Bishops are looking into the association of Girl Scouts—and birth control. ….what??!! Check out the who, what, when and why of both stories in today’s Health Notes–Part 2.Right To Die Group Charged in Suicide Case

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Coming soon to a pharmacy near you–an affordable home HIV test, and the FDA is on the verge of taking one more step to make it a reality. And did you know acupuncture may help those suffering with Chronic Lung Disease? Find out how in today’s Health Notes–Part 1.Child’s Health Tied To Parents Education, Income

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For all those who left rural areas for big cities here’s a bit of news–that family farm you left behind is now worth more on the real estate market than your home.  And the President will sit down with congressional leaders today to talk about the economy.But the big question: will Republicans continue to stall everything on economic recovery until the election? Get the details in today’s Business Notes.Summer Hiring Is Up

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He may hold football records, but it was his happy dancing feet that won it all for him in the third season of Dancing with the Stars. We’ve got quite a few other athletes and movie stars on the rundown today. So find out who they are in the Birthday Roundup.She Was The First Female Secretary Of State

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That’s right, this day in 1905 saw the founding of a desert cross roads known as Las Vegas–and a lot has been going on in that oasis ever since. But a lot of other neat stuff happened on this day–get the details in today’s History Notes.Its The Day Segregationist George Wallace Was Paralyzed

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A well know cancer specialist says it can happen–and there are reasons why. And men–better pay more attention to your skin–the sun really is out to get you. Find out how these stories touch your every day health in today’s Health Notes. Flesh Eating Disease Eating Georgia Girl Alive

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A lot of explaining going on in Tampa today as the banking giant explains to shareholders just how it lost two billion in a couple of weeks–and who is responsible for it. But some departing executives at other companies are leaving with big bundles of cash–find out who and where–and how it impacts you–in today’s Business notes.President Says More Oversight Needed Of Banking Industry

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And because of the development of  a method to store blood and plasma, Dr. Charles Drew revolutionized efforts to save lives by allowing blood transfusions using donated blood. Dr. Drew was also a member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., and each June, the international fraternity holds blood drives as one of its initiatives. For the Charlotte region, the Pi Phi Chapter’s event is the largest blood drive involving African Americans. This year’s event is Saturday, June 2nd, and News and Public Affairs Director Beatrice Thompson has the details of the event–and what you can expect.Receive FREE Health Screenings And More

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Give him a few more days, and the founder of Facebook will be even richer. At the ripe old age of  28, the kid who started a social phenomena will pass mega rich as his company goes public. See who else is celebrating a birthday in today’s Birthday Roundup.In Godfather 3 As A Daughter, Won An Oscar As A Writer

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But when it came time to trademark this new product on this day in 1878, Vaseline sound much better that a title that started with “petroleum.”  Its not the only noteworthy event that made headlines on this day–two guys, with the help of a woman–decided to explore the great Northwest sector of the United states and four guys whose last names made up the name of their group decided to call it quits on this day–but they admonished us to “Teach The Children Well.” Learn more in today’s History Notes.30 Year Later, A KKK Member Brought To Justice

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U.S. regulators are voicing concerns over new at home test that could give incorrect information to those using the kits. And does your toddler still have a “binkie” in his or her mouth? There is a good reason to get it out–before they start walking. Find out why in today’s Health Notes.Foot Pain Prevents Americans From Being Active