Stanford stakes out stem cell cloning plan and cancer ties
Stanford unveils plans for somatic cell cloning within a new Institute for Cancer Stem Cell Biology and Medicine funded by a 12 million dollar anonymous gift. Weissman leads the effort as institute director, stressing sharing of stem cell lines and recruiting top cloning researchers despite controversy and policy limits.
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Lawrence teens say tobacco easy to buy
Lawrence youths surveyed at Veterans Park discuss smoking prevalence with LHS and Alternative High School students. Local teens estimate 25 to 30 percent of peers smoke, while some say programs to curb smoking go unnoticed. Officials warn retailers face 250 dollar fines for underage sales.
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Principal accuses board member of hypocrisy over funding and consolidation
In emails and a follow up interview, Lowe labeled Davidson a hypocrite for backing full funding of his projects while criticizing colleagues for earmarking for other buildings. He argued Davidson ignored compromise and kept promises about elementary consolidation. Davidson denied admin involvement, while board president Morgan defended free speech.
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Catholic Group Sues NYC Over Nativity Ban in Schools
The Catholic League accuses New York City public schools of religious discrimination by allowing Hanukkah menorahs and Islamic symbols while banning nativity scenes. William Donohue says Catholics are being treated unequally. the Education Department defends the policy as constitutionally compliant and separates church and state.
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