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From: University Wire
Date: 20050908
Author:Liz Seagrave

Liz Seagrave
University Wire
09-08-2005
(Daily Californian) (U-WIRE) BERKELEY, Calif. -- When Homer Simpson accidentally discovers time travel by jamming a fork into a toaster, he recalls Grandpa's portentous warning: "If you ever travel back in time, don't step on anything because even the tiniest change can alter the future in ways you can't imagine."

This theoretical principle of unknown consequences is not unique to the residents of Springfield. Doc warned Marty McFly of this in the "Back to the Future" trilogy. The "Excellent Adventure" and "Bogus Journey" experienced by Bill and Ted ...

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