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Diaper breaks fall, saves child's life
A disposable diaper has saved the life of an 18-month-old boy, breaking his fall from a third-floor apartment window, officials said Thursday. Full story
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Spreading peace through hula hoops
Aug. 28: What goes around comes around. The idea behind "World Hoop Day" is to get people in touch with their inner circle. KNTV's Jean Elle reports.
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