Obama as Spock profile in science driven presidency
Barack Obama is portrayed as rational and science oriented, likened to Star Trek's Spock. The piece notes his precise logic, desire to engage scientists, and a White House push for science education including a $260 million effort and public science events.
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California man seeks law to ban divorce
Sacramento designer John Marcotte proposes a ballot measure to ban divorce in California as a satirical response to the 2008 ban on same sex marriage. He has gathered signatures and built an online base, but faces daunting hurdles and mixed support from activists and advocates.
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Iran says plans for 10 new enrichment plants amid sanctions
Experts call Iran's pledge to build ten more uranium enrichment facilities largely bluster after the IAEA rebuke. Analysts warn sanctions could push Iran toward further isolation while officials caution over possible decoy sites and covert arms activity.
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