Bahrain Protesters Press On Despite Police Fire
Security forces opened fire on Bahraini protesters for a second straight day wounding at least 50 as thousands marched toward Pearl Square seeking to topple the monarchy. United States President Barack Obama condemned violence in Bahrain Libya and Yemen amid rising regional crackdowns. A Libyan doctor reported 35 killed in Benghazi and Yemen saw four killed with 48 wounded during a Friday of Rage.
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Egyptians throng Cairo for Mubarak fall anniversary
Egyptians packed Cairo’s Tahrir Square in a sunlit victory celebration marking Mubarak’s fall. The crowd swelled beyond a quarter million as protesters pressed the military to push reform and curb remaining regime power while authorities warned against illegal strikes disrupting the economy.
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Activists force halt to whaling season in Antarctic
Tokyo ends its annual Antarctic hunt after anti whaling activists confront Sea Shepherd ships. Japan condemns Sea Shepherd as a terrorist group while founder Paul Watson credits stronger protest tactics and gear for the milestone. The campaign plans to resume next year.
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Fewer potholes seen in Lawrence due to cold snaps
January and February kept temperatures below freezing limiting freeze and thaw cycles, yielding fewer potholes in Lawrence. City officials note two daily cycles reduced and crews still fixed 444 potholes over two days last week, about half their typical rate when roads thaw.
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BP Station Halts Unleaded Sales After Water Infix
At a Lawrence BP station on 2301 La, unleaded gasoline sales were halted when water leaked into tanks due to a faulty seal. The site, with a high water table, saw water ingress after a tank alarm at about 9 a.m. Thursday. Regular tanks are disabled. premium fuel remained available. Crews work on repairs. regular gas expected by Monday or Tuesday.
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Eudora students study KDOT airspace tool
Kansas Department of Transportation demonstrated its Airspace Awareness Tool at Eudora High School on Friday morning. Using Google Earth, the tool maps airspaces across Kansas and identifies structures that could affect flight paths.
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Brownback picks for regents will shape Kansas higher ed
The column questions Gov. Brownback's upcoming regent appointments and the impact on six state universities. It details a 360 study, potential firing of senior admins, and calls for specific goals, accountability, and possible increased gubernatorial involvement.
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