EU seeks more time on Turkey migrant deal as talks continue
EU leaders failed to seal a deal with Turkey on Monday, delaying agreement on a backstop for migrants reaching Greece. Turkey pressed for more funds and quicker visa access, while Cyprus voiced unease about Turkey’s bid to open new negotiating chapters. EU officials signaled a breakthrough but details remained unresolved ahead of the March Brussels summit.
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Middle East
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Cyprus
Davutoglu
Francois Hollande
Bipartisan standings stain 2016 race with Sanders and Cruz
In 2015 the Bipartisan Index ranked Bernie Sanders and Ted Cruz as among the least bipartisan senators, reflecting sharp polarization. Susan Collins topped the list, with Joe Donnelly and Mark Kirk following. The Lugar Center index measures cross party collaboration in sponsorships.
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I-Vt
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Texas
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Rmaine
Joe Donnelly
D-Ind
Mark Kirk
R-It
Lugar Center
Richard Lugar
R-Ind
Georgetown University
McCourt School of Public Policy
Griesbaum case fuels gender equity probe at UI field hockey
University of Iowa officials defend Griesbaum termination as leadership change after an independent inquiry. The U S Department of Education will investigate equal opportunities for men and women in sports, amid claims of gender bias in firing female coaches and differences in handling complaints. Several lawsuits allege retaliation against Griesbaum and her partner, with further claims about rosters and resources in women’s sports.
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Barta
Gary Barta
Jane Meyer
Meyer
Tracey Griesbaum
Jeneane Beck
U.S. Department of Education
Office of Civil Rights
Tom Newkirk
Des Moines
Cedar Rapids casino bid faces delays and flood aid ties
The Cedar Rapids casino plan contends with federal aid delays tied to a flood protection project. Backers argue revenue would support the city and Linn County, with officials weighing changes to funding use. The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission's stance remains cautious amid past oversaturation concerns and license moratoriums.
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Cedar Crossing
Riverside Casino & Golf Resort
Ok’d
Wild Rose
Jefferson
Iowa
Isle Casino
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Rhythm City
Davenport
Gaming Commission
Terry Branstad
Richard Arnold
Russell
Jeff Lamberti
Ankeny
Carl Heinrich
Council Bluffs
Lion
Lamberti
Cedar Rapids
Corbett
Congress
Office of Management and Budget
Linn County
Ron Corbett
Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission
Waterloo
Record fundraising campaign creates 550 scholarships across Iowa system
The Gazette notes that US Foundation data show 57 percent of donors were Iowa based and 32 percent alumni with ages partially recorded. The campaign funded 550 plus new undergraduate and graduate scholarships, 64 faculty chairs, and broad campus programs over eight years, with a 5 to 6 percent gain this year.
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the Gazette
Marshall
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