Aquifer vote defeats plan to curb irrigation in Kansas
An online election across five western Kansas counties rejected a Western Kansas Groundwater Management District No 1 proposal to create a local enhanced management area and cut irrigation pumping from the Ogallala Aquifer by 20 percent over six years. Final tally 173 opposed to 158 in favor with mixed county results. Officials vow to continue efforts to slow aquifer decline and extend its usable life.
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World Cup PR set back Brazil as innovation push falters
Brazil, praised for Embraer, Embrapa and Startup Brazil, faces scrutiny as the World Cup exposes gaps in branding itself as an innovation hub. Despite government aid and space for startups, critics argue the event highlights lingering stereotypes of carnival and soccer over tech leadership.
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Brazil Seeks Tech Rise Amid World Cup Imagery
Andres Oppenheimer notes Startup Brazil attracts thousands of applicants and Science without Borders seeks 101,000 science degrees abroad. A 20 point National Education Plan aims for 10 percent of GDP in education, awaiting Rousseff signature, while World Cup visibility masks Brazil’s slow tech branding and abroad appeal.
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Filling station petition considered by Lawrence commission
A Standard Oil representative urged approval to build an automobile filling station at New Hampshire and Ninth street. He said such stations are common in cities the size of Lawrence and larger, offering gasoline at wholesale prices to save motorists money. No action was taken at the morning session.
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Lawrence
KU Confucius Institute draws AAUP call to rethink ties
Letter to the editor cites AAUP urging U S universities to shut or overhaul Confucius Institutes. It notes the programs act as arms of the Chinese state and include nondisclosure clauses and concessions to China’s political aims. The Kansas University host is highlighted amid ongoing debate over its institute.
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Public Forum Questions Chancellor Gray-Little on KU Future
Lawrence resident Gary J. Bjorge asks Chancellor Gray-Little if KU will reverse course or continue serving political propaganda for the Chinese state during a public forum at the dedication ceremony.
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New York Times
Gray- Little
Gary J. Bjorge
Lawrence
Government workers oppose broad brush humanitarian claim
David L. Teska argues in a June 24 letter that government personnel operate daily at local state and federal levels performing humanitarian acts. He notes firefighters teachers National Guard and agencies like FEMA and the Corps of Engineers respond to U.S. disasters, not just overseas.
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Commendation Letter for Mental Health Coverage
Reader praises the Journal-World June 24 article on mental illness for handling political issues and personal stories. Letter notes that lesser mental illness can cause pain and affect functioning and urges readers to seek help, even for non severe cases.
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