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- Another "not guilty" bit, but this time in the plea stage: The Camp Pendleton Marine accused of murdering a fellow Marine has pleaded not guilty to the charges.
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- Disney proves "It's a Small World" after all by announcing they will be outsourcing some of the work needed to make audio animatronics for many of the rides at Disneyland. Next up for renovation is the Enchanted TIki Room, which is about to celebrate its 45th birthday.
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