France approves ban on Islamic head scarves in schools
France's National Assembly approved a ban on conspicuous religious symbols in public schools by 494 to 36, extending to junior and high schools. The law, set to take effect in September, allows warnings, suspensions, or expulsions for violations and may be revised after a year.
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Judge overturns snowmobile ban in Wyoming parks
A federal judge blocked severe restrictions on snowmobiling in Yellowstone and Grand Teton, ruling the limits would harm businesses. The temporary order directs the National Park Service to draft rules for the 2004 season and maintain cleaner, quieter machines, with future steps unclear for 2005.
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Board chair ousted as teachers seek change at Midland Valley Prep
Teachers voted secretly to remove Blystone amid conflict over school representation and parent involvement. Parents defend board autonomy while criticizing oversight, as Thomas orbits a proposed $1.2 million new school and a state audit deemed clean.
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Midland Valley Prep
Aiken County
Davenport
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