Senate sends funding bill to Obama for 2011 budget rush
Congress approved six billion dollars in spending cuts to keep the government running through April 8 and allow talks on a larger package. The Senate backed the measure 87 to 13 after the House passed it, as White House officials and GOP leaders seek a compromise. Obama signaled optimism as aides work toward a broader six-month funding plan to avert a shutdown.
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House votes to cut funds to NPR and public stations
The House passed a bill to end federal funding for National Public Radio by a 228 to 192 vote. It would ban federal NPR support and bar stations from using federal money to pay NPR dues or buy its programs, though private funds could still fund NPR and stations could use federal funds for local productions.
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Messenger Reaches Orbit Around Mercury After Long Mission
NASA’s Messenger spacecraft now circles Mercury marking a historic eye in the sky. After a 6 and a half year journey of 4.9 billion miles, it enters a near surface orbit about 120 miles high. Engineers praise precision and celebrate the milestone.
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Aristide Returns to Haiti After Exile Amid Election Tensions
Haiti’s Aristide left South Africa, declaring the great day has arrived, and boarded a flight home where crowds await scrutiny of his plans. U.S. President Obama sought to keep him away until Haiti’s vote, while Aristide’s lawyer said he would reach Haiti by noon.
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Diet Coke Tops Pepsi as No 2 Soda Brand in U S
Coca-Cola claimed the No 2 spot in the U S soft drink market behind regular Coke. Diet Coke rose to 927 million cases in 2010, edging Pepsi to 892 million, reflecting a decade-long shift toward sugar free drinks and four diet options among the top 10.
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County OKs 187K for jail surveillance upgrade
Douglas County Commission approved a 187270 purchase from Siemens Industry to upgrade the jail’s surveillance system with 86 new cameras and supporting equipment. The system will expand coverage, increase retention, and enhance safety for staff inmates and visitors, using the sheriff’s reserve fund due to compatibility needs.
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De Soto man visits daughter during Japan quake
Graham Gordon, visiting his daughter Jessica Brack in Tokyo, felt the quake on March 11 as walls shook and a clock danced on a coffee table. The pair sheltered in a doorway, were uninjured, and Gordon later returned home while Jessica remained in Atsugi with husband Ryan Brack.
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KU pulls study abroad students from Japan after quake
Kansas University says 10 students studying in Japan must return home due to the earthquake tsunami and nuclear concerns at Fukushima. State Dept warnings trigger the move. the Office of Study Abroad will arrange one way tickets or cover exchange fees and explore continued coursework in Lawrence.
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KU startup sales highlight university link to biotech and assessments
Two Lawrence and Lenexa born startups with KU roots have been sold. CAL, Computerized Assessments and Learning, was acquired by Educational Testing Service of Princeton. CyDex Pharmaceuticals, formed to commercialize KU Higuchi Center technologies, was sold to Ligand Pharmaceuticals of La Jolla. KU officials note benefits through retained equity and the value of university research.
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