Kevorkian Dies at 83 Known as Dr Death in Detroit
Jack Kevorkian, 83, famed for aiding death and provoking legal battles, died early Friday at Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak after kidney problems and pneumonia. His actions and advocacy reshaped debate on end of life care and patient autonomy in the United States.
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London extremists told to bake cupcakes not war
Britain’s spy agencies sabotaged the Inspire magazine by hacking its online edition and replacing bomb making instructions with a cupcake recipe. Officials say cyber tools are increasingly used, with GCHQ reportedly behind the operation to confront the English language publication linked to Anwar al Awlaki.
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Lowe's eyeing new Lawrence location near Walmart
Lowe's may bring a Home Improvement Center to a vacant parcel west of the Lawrence Walmart at Sixth Street and Wakarusa Drive. Architect Paul Werner has filed a concept plan with city officials signaling a possible rezoning and development proposal. A previous Lowe's plan near Sixth Street and Folks Road was rejected. the current site is not zoned for retail and had been tied to a retirement community project that fell through. City coverage by Chad Lawhorn.
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Lions Club honors 75 year member Ned Link
Lawrence resident Ned Link was recognized at the Kansas Lions annual convention for 75 years of Lions Club service. He joined in 1936 and has contributed to educational, humanitarian and charitable projects serving the community.
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KU medical school aims to restore national ranking
A Saturday column notes Gov. Sam Brownback’s push to raise the Kansas University School of Medicine’s national standing. It contrasts past leadership under deans Murphy and Wescoe with recent declines, while praising KU Hospital’s rise under Irene Cumming and detailing the political tensions that followed leadership changes through 2007.
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Kansas City Hospital Led By Page Sees Growth and Pride
The hospital, now led by Bob Page after Cumming’s move to Chicago, sustains momentum with rising patient counts and revenue. It contributes over 86 million annually to the medical school while emphasizing leadership, vision, and a mission to lead in caring, healing, teaching, and learning. At the KU Medical Center, executive dean Atkinson has long tenure, with debate over future leadership by Chancellor Gray-Little and the board.
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