IN THE NEWS: A WARNING ABOUT CELL PHONES

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- You've probably heard a lot of talk over the years about a possible link between the use of cell phones and cancer. But when the talk comes from the head of a leading cancer research institute, it might be something to take note of. The warning is coming from Dr. Ronald B. Herberman, head of the University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute. He has issued a warning to his faculty and staff urging them to limit their use of cell phones because of the possible cancer risk. There have been numerous studies that have said there is no link between using mobile phones and cancer. But Herberman says early unpublished data is causing him to issue the alert. He notes it takes too long to get answers from science, and instead of waiting to see what future studies say, people should take action now, especially to protect children. In his memo, the doctor says children should use cell phones only for emergencies because their brains are still developing.

On the Net:

Advice from University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute: http://www.environmentaloncology.org/node/201

Food and Drug Administration on cell phones: http://www.fda.gov/cellphones/qa.html

IN THE NEWS: SATELLITE MERGER CLOSER TO APPROVAL

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Looks like that proposed marriage of Sirius and XM satellite radio is getting closer to the "I do" stage. The merger is pending the approval of the Federal Communications Commission. The panel is divided on the issue, with two commissioners in favor and two opposed. The one on the fence is said to be ready to support the merger, if the companies settle their past rules violation. Sirius has been poised to take over its sole rival in the satellite radio business, XM Satellite Radio. The companies announced their intention to merge in February of last year. The Justice Department cleared the combination this past March.

On the Net:

Federal Communications Commission site: http://www.fcc.gov

Sirius satellite radio site: http:www.sirius.com

XM satellite radio site: http:www.xmradio.com

ON THE WEB: LIFETIME TRIBUTE TO ESTELLE GETTY

CYBERSPACE (AP) -- It's a way to pay tribute to Estelle Getty, the late "Golden Girls" actress who passed away earlier this week. Tomorrow, Lifetime Television will air a special tribute to Getty, showing 10 episodes of the sitcom featuring Getty's character, Sophia Petrillo. Fans will vote on which episode is their favorite and the top vote-getter will be featured in the number-one slot. There will also be an online tribute to the actress, who was 84 years old.

On the 'Net:

Lifetime TV site: site: http://www.mylifetime.com