Dancer questions initial accuser claim in Duke lacrosse case
In Durham the exotic dancer Kim Roberts says she doubted the accuser at first but now questions the tale after defense photos and leaked pasts. She suspects guilt among players while refraining from naming individuals. Roberts cites DNA tests and defense claims.
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Hamas Pushes 4000-Strong Gaza Security Force Despite Abbas Veto
Hamas insists on forming a 4000 member shadow security force in Gaza, defying President Abbas who vetoed the plan. Abbas seeks peace talks with Israel, while Hamas presses to reframe Palestinian security. Egypt invites Olmert for official talks on borders within four years.
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Nepal King vows to restore democracy amid protests
King Gyanendra pledged to return executive power to the people and invite the seven main opposition parties to name a prime minister. The promise comes as tens of thousands protest and a top envoy warns the government could topple, in a crisis that has left about 13 000 dead.
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Earth Day events spread across weekend activities
A collection of Earth Day activities includes Kirkwood Community College Auto Tech students offering free exhaust checks and efficiency tips at the Kirkwood campus. Trees Forever sponsors a 9 a.m. tree planting at Polk Elementary with a Sunday rain date. The Science Station IMAX Dome hosts engineering art and a jitterbug craft. Prairiewoods Center hosts an Earth Day dinner and discussion on sustainable farming. Breen Prairie Farm conducts prairie rescue work with volunteers, and Indian Creek Nature Center dedicates the Paul Christiansen Prairie with a planting session. Half Price Books offers free reusable bags with $30 purchases, and Rapid Refill Ink highlights recycling benefits for ink cartridges.
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Breen Prairie Farm
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Highway
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Iowa Nature Conservancy
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Prairies and People Honor Paul Christiansen Landscape Advocate
Paul Christiansen, Iowa botanist and author of An Illustrated Guide to Iowa Prairie Plants, is honored at Indian Creek Nature Center with a patch of the Paul Christiansen Prairie. Dozens will plant flowering species Sunday as he lends support despite a degenerative neurological disorder.
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