Afghanistan, U.S. Strike Long Term Strategic Pact
The United States and Afghanistan announced a long delayed strategic partnership agreement to provide military and financial support for at least a decade beyond the 2014 withdrawal deadline. The pact, shaped by Rangin Dadfar Spanta and Ryan Crocker, aims to bolster Afghan sovereignty and defeat al Qaeda, pending final review and signing by both capitals.
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Washington panel eyes more firings in Secret Service probe
The House committee leader warned of additional terminations as lawmakers and Obama adviser express confidence the agency will handle the scandal. Twelve Secret Service personnel and eleven service members are involved. six agents fired, one cleared, five on leave. The incident occurred before Obama met regional presidents last weekend. Hollande advances to France's May 6 runoff against Sarkozy with Le Pen winning a significant share in the first round.
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New volunteer office assistant sought by StopGap Inc
StopGap Inc seeks a volunteer office assistant for up to 20 hours weekly. The position requires independent work and collaboration, good typing, grammar, organization, and familiarity with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Contact Justine Burton at 785-331-3545 or happyjack8463 aim.com. Additional volunteer notices include Kennedy School Field Day May 9 and Lawrence Arthritis Walk May 5.
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