Push for National Museum on Mall to tell American history
Rep. Xavier Becerra leads a push to study building a National Mall museum to showcase broader American history. The piece notes existing museums, stalled African American museum openings, and the need to include minority stories in national narratives.
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California Prop 65 sparks federal law clash warnings on contaminants
The Congressional Budget Office notes gaps in federal rules and cites California Prop 65 as a model for warning about lead in candy arsenic in bottled water allergy triggers sul fites and mercury in fish. Senator Boxer defends Prop 65 as informing consumers and pressuring safer products while opponents claim industry lawsuits exploit the law. Stadtlander of Homestar Farms faces a acrylamide suit over Wheatena though he argues toasting creates the chemical not adding it.
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First day jitters as Logan starts kindergarten
Parents face separation anxiety as their child Logan begins kindergarten in Iowa. Experts say the transition brings fear and new routines while children gain responsibility and independence.
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Suspect treated royally on flight from Thailand to Los Angeles
John Mark Karr arrived from Bangkok after a 15 hour flight in which he sipped champagne and dined on fried king prawns. He was not handcuffed and faced possible extradition to Boulder Colorado on charges of first degree murder kidnapping and child sexual assault.
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Universities fight freshman weight gain with new tools
Sunny Dawson began piling food in USC cafeteria and gained 10 pounds by Christmas break. As high school graduates head to college, UNC Chapel Hill and Duke offer nutrition guidance and workshops to help freshmen avoid the so called Freshman 15 with healthier dorm meals and eating strategies.
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UI expands campus housing to accommodate larger class
UI adds 50 beds by converting Burge Hall double rooms to triples and 47 beds by turning Quadrangle Hall offices into housing. About 150 to 180 students start in temporary lounge bunk beds, with most moving to permanent rooms by September. overall impact on housing is limited while demand grows in other areas.
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