Noriega Returns to Panama as Prisoner of 1980s Slayings
Manuel Noriega landed in Panama after more than two decades in exile and prison. He was welcomed by minimal crowds at Tocumen airport and transported by helicopter to El Renacer prison to serve three 20 year sentences for the killings of political opponents in the 1980s.
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Congress to clash over payroll tax extension in 2011 endgame
Washington scene as Congress prepares a final showdown over extending the payroll tax break for about 160 million workers. President Obama backs the cut with supporters arguing it adds roughly $1,000 annually to the typical paycheck while critics oppose the cost and Obama wealth tax proposals.
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Italian unions plan general strike over pension reforms
Italian union leaders say a general strike will go ahead Monday to protest pension reforms in Monti's rescue package. After talks at the premier's office, CGIL head Susanna Camusso said the strike proceeds on a generic commitment to review demands, while CISL chief Raffaele Bonanni backs the crisis claim but calls for fairer austerity.
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New Year’s Eve opens weak as holiday movie crowds shrink
Hollywood reports a dreary weekend with domestic box office around 77 million. New Year’s Eve debuts at No 1 with 13.7 million as The Sitter opens at No 2 with 10 million. Estimated attendance over the last two weekends runs about 19.8 million. Harry Potter’s open weekend drew more people.
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Parody Twitter Accounts Gain Local Fame At KU
A Kansas University fan behind FakeJeffWithey, a parody Twitter account for 7-foot athlete Jeff Withey, has drawn over 1,800 followers since September. The effort mirrors a wave of local celebrity spoof accounts targeting KU figures such as Turner Gill Mark Mangino Bill Self Gov Sam Brownback and coach Charlie Weis.
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Adopting seniors a holiday tradition in Douglas County
Lawrence volunteers Barbara Downing and Judith Scheff have adopted seniors for about 20 years through the Adopt-a-Grandparent program. The Ballard Center seeks families to adopt due to 560 requests and only 200 adopted. About 120 seniors will be served. volunteers should spend roughly $100 on gifts plus a grocery card. Shoes are a hot item this year.
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Douglas County Senior Services
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Rules for giving teachers gifts in Lawrence schools
Lawrence teachers should not expect gifts as a policy discourages substantial gifts from vendors or reps. A thoughtful thank you note carries the most meaning, while parents may give small tokens or baked goods at birthdays or holidays if the value remains insignificant.
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Lawrence
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David Cunningham
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