Court Orders Immediate Halt to Don’t Ask Policy
A three judge panel of the 9th U S Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco ordered the United States to stop enforcing the “don’t ask don’t tell” ban on openly gay service members. The ruling blocks discharges based on sexual orientation and comes as Congress repealed the policy in December and the Pentagon prepares to welcome gay troops.
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Obama answers questions in Twitter town hall in Washington
President Barack Obama fielded thousands of questions in a Washington town hall via Twitter and answered 18 in long form. He joked about the limits of 140 characters while explaining recession mistakes and rising college costs. White House spokesman Jay Carney noted the president controls answer length.
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Terrorists consider body packing to hide bombs at airports
U S government security memo warns terrorists may surgically implant explosives in travelers to evade screening. FBI and Homeland Security cite a 2005 case and outline indicators such as a distended abdomen and discomfort during pat downs.
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South Korea wins Olympic bid for 2018 Winter Games
South Korea’s bid city Pyeongchang secured the 2018 Winter Olympics after defeating Munich and Annecy in a landslide IOC vote. IOC President Jacques Rogge noted persistence and improvement as key, with bid leader Cho Yang-ho expressing long-awaited success after a decade of effort and two prior defeats.
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Douglas County Extends Noise Ordinance to 24 Hours
County commissioners unanimously approved amendments to the Douglas County noise ordinance, enabling 24 hour enforcement with exemptions for lawful firearm discharge and hunting from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. The measure aims to safeguard health, safety, welfare, and quality of life, beyond nighttime restrictions. Budget discussions resume Monday at 8:30 a.m. at the County Courthouse as officials address state cuts and potential tax impacts.
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Hawley urges new space policy after shuttle era ends
Kansas University astronaut Steve Hawley says the space shuttle program ends after 30 years with a strong legacy. He calls for commercial ventures to lead future space access beyond low Earth orbit toward the Moon or Mars while noting the risk of fading public excitement without a shuttle replacement.
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Weather worsens for last shuttle launch
CAPE CANAVERAL FL A 70 percent chance of rain or thunderstorms threatens Atlantis final launch Friday. Shuttle weather officer Kathy Winters notes nuisance weather with no hail expected. Mission lead Mike Moses says launch could still proceed if conditions improve. a rain-free 23 mile zone is required.
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Kansas Wildscape Challenge Encourages Outdoor Play
The Kansas Wildscape Foundation seeks to spark outdoor exploration in children through the Wildlifer Challenge. Participants must complete 15 of 20 nature tasks, document each with a photo, and answer online questions. kits are mailed to families without internet access, with prizes for early finishers and all participants earning a shirt and certificate.
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Lynn Gentine
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