Cell phone ban sparks uproar in New York schools
New York City schools chief and mayor defend a long standing ban on cell phones amid growing protests by students and parents. Detectors are confiscating phones daily as officials cite disruption and cheating concerns while some favor allowed use with restrictions.
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CIA nominee defends NSA surveillance in confirmation fight
CIA nominee Michael Hayden faces questions over NSA data collection as lawmakers press for disclosures. Verizon defends privacy practices amid lawsuits and underlines legal protections for customer data. Nacchio and Qwest face insider trading and ethical scrutiny in related telecom debates. Senate leaders weigh classified briefings and potential closed sessions for sensitive material. Reid expresses cautious stance on legality of records gathering while supporting Hayden’s qualifications.
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