DNA used to ID bin Laden body in raid findings
Federal papers say DNA from multiple family members and facial recognition confirmed the bin Laden body. CIA personnel compared the recovered sample from the raid in Pakistan with a comprehensive DNA profile from Osama bin Laden’s family, with an identification risk of about one in 11.8 quadrillion.
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Medicare Goes High-Tech to Head Off Fraud in DC
Medicare announced plans to deploy screening technology similar to credit card fraud systems to deter bogus claims. The pay and chase program will be updated to flag unusual billing by small clinics while larger schemes may still evade detection, officials said.
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AARP under fire over Social Security cuts stance
In Washington lawmakers and activists blast AARP for refusing to oppose any Social Security benefit cuts. AARP says it supports preserving the program while acknowledging possible future cuts to improve finances, a stance defended by director David Certner for years.
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Former airman pleads no contest in fatal Kansas crash
Zachary Harrison, 23, a former Air Force airman from Hutchinson, pleaded no contest in a Douglas County court to nine charges including involuntary manslaughter while intoxicated and three counts of aggravated battery after a Nov crash north of Lawrence killed 21 year old Cameron Freeman. Blood alcohol was 0.183, prosecutors said, and a judge found him guilty on all charges.
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Phony war hero indicted for fraud
U S Attorney Barry Grissom described Warren K. Parker as masterminding Silver Star Construction to win stimulus funded contracts reserved for genuine service-disabled veteran owned small businesses. Parker and three others were indicted on federal fraud charges tied to multimillion dollar bids including three at Fort Leavenworth.
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Law professor Bhala highlights KU faculty strength
Kansas University is praised for its loyal, distinguished faculty led by Raj Bhala, Rice Distinguished Professor of law. Bhala’s new 1500 page text on Islamic law showcases KU’s scholarly reach, while critics urge stronger statewide advocacy and leadership to sustain morale and funding.
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New York
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Lawrence
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