Cairo Arrested U.S. student departs Egypt
Luke Gates and two other American students from the American University in Cairo were arrested after a protest near Tahrir Square. Gates, 21, left Cairo for Frankfurt as the court ordered release for Derrik Sweeney and Gregory Porter, both 19.
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Belgium credit rating cut by S P lowers fiscal outlook
S P downgraded Belgium from AA to AA amid government stalemate and looming European recession. Six leading parties resumed talks on a 2012 budget to curb debt and deficit as markets press for resolution after 530 days without a permanent government.
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Pentagon invites DWTS winner J R Martinez to visit Panetta
Defense Secretary Leon Panetta invited wounded veterans advocate and DWTS champion J R Martinez to the Pentagon after a 10 minute call praising his resilience. Martinez and partner Karina Smirnoff beat Rob Kardashian and Ricki Lake in the finale. Martinez, 28, was severely burned in Iraq in 2003 and later acted on All My Children.
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Early Black Friday shoppers brave late openings
For many it is never too early to shop. Retailers opened on Thanksgiving for the first time, drawing Lawrence residents to Best Buy and Kohl's as they adapt to changing hours amid a slumping economy. Shoppers spoke of subdued activity but remained excited to hunt deals, with traditions persisting for years as crowds formed outside stores.
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Lawrence school board will discuss tech needs
The Lawrence school board plans a Monday briefing on the district technology assets investments and future plans. Presentation by Chantel Nicolau aims to provide a big picture view of current conditions and possibilities, with no votes on contracts or specific plans.
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Former KU provost Lariviere out as Oregon president
The Oregon Board of Regents will not renew Richard Lariviere’s contract as president, ending a tenure noted for raises during recession and a bold plan to separate Oregon State University from the state system. KU ties and reactions from former colleagues frame the debate over his leadership style and ambitions.
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