Education Dept bans race based scholarships at colleges
The U S Department of Education will bar colleges receiving federal funds from offering scholarships restricted to minority students. Assistant Secretary Michael L Williams said such race exclusive awards are discriminatory and illegal. Administrators fear this reverses decades of minority enrollment efforts, amid unsure scope of impact. The policy follows a Dec 4 letter to Fiesta Bowl organizers warning that targeted minority scholarships would violate rules.
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Iraq orders shelters as defense minister is replaced
Iraq announced a new order requiring building owners to install bomb shelters while replacing the defense minister. The move comes ahead of a U.N. deadline for Saddam Hussein to withdraw from Kuwait. Aligned with hostage releases, Arab mediation efforts progress as Chadli Bendjedid visits Baghdad seeking talks between Saudi Arabia and Iraq. The day also notes more Americans freed and a Baghdad evacuation, with U S Marines' deaths bringing Desert Shield toll to 56.
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Education secretary Cavazos resigns from Bush administration
Washington AP. Lauro F. Cavazos the first Hispanic cabinet member to resign as secretary of education says he gave no immediate reason. Administration sources say criticism behind the scenes and TV skills shortfalls contributed. Resignation effective Saturday with possible successors speculated.
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Lawrence family marks Hanukkah amid world crisis
Sharyn and David Katzman of Lawrence say Hanukkah gains meaning from the Middle East crisis and the return of open celebration for thousands of Jewish families in Russia and elsewhere. The Katzmans and others observed the first night at sunset, noting Hanukkah as both historical and a minor festival, with eight-day observance.
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Sharyn Katzman
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Wong Announces Breakthrough in Basic Research
On November 19 Wong stated that he and fellow researchers had identified the basic elements of the phenomenon, signaling a significant advance in the study. The announcement highlighted collaborative effort and the potential implications for future work in the field.
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Ken” Wong
Kansas University
Lawrence
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Train derailment injures 180 in Boston rush hour collision
A derailed train struck a packed commuter train in Boston during the morning rush, injuring 180 passengers. Authorities responded as investigators began assessing the scene and assessing service disruptions across the line.
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Famous Brands Distributors to Locate in Topeka
Famous Brands Distributors Inc announced it will not build a $1.5 million 60,000 square foot warehouse in Lawrence and will expand existing facilities in Topeka. The firm cited discrimination after the Lawrence City Commission previously rejected a 50 percent, 10-year tax abatement and approved a smaller five-year abatement. The announcement follows a split 2-2 vote and a letter to city officials from Tom Schwartz.
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