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	DNA tests for Tutankhamun's unborn daughters

JohnWaterman

8-7-2008 5:30 PM

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8-8-2008 7:38 AM

ouyangwulong

I will enjoy this paternity test much more once I know for sure that I won't end up paying any alimony.

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