Palin ends presidential bid to focus on faith and family
Former Alaska governor Sarah Palin announced she will not seek the presidency, saying she and husband Todd will devote themselves to God, family and country. She ruled out a third party and emphasized making a difference without an office.
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India unveils $35 Aakash tablet for rural students
New Delhi introduces the Aakash tablet, priced at 35 dollars with subsidies for students and teachers, aiming to bring modern technology to India's countryside. Datawind projects 100,000 units monthly but says demand outstrips supply as 220 million children seek online access. Kapil Sibal frames the device as a global empowerment message for the world’s disempowered children.
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White overtakes silver as top car color worldwide
PPG Industries reports white was 21 percent of 2011 model year vehicles, surpassing silver and black tied at 20 percent. White leads North America, with Europe preferring black and Asia favoring silver. PPG notes trends reflect fashion and design, and previews future hues like Pot O Gold White Nougat and Grape Spritz.
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Alabama immigration law drains construction workforce
Alabama wider impact from the state immigration law includes losing many legal Hispanic workers in construction, roofing, and field labor. Employers warn shortages could slow rebuilding in tornado damaged cities like Tuscaloosa as up to a quarter of the commercial building labor pool may have left since enforcement increased.
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KU star Thomas Robinson honors life saver Angel Morris
Kansas University basketball player Thomas Robinson calls Angel Morris a second mother after his mother Lisa died last January. Morris, mother of Marcus and Makiejef, helped him cope through a long, devastating period and continues to stay in touch regularly as she keeps Lisa’s request to watch over him.
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Life Support Refresher fund raiser at Maceli's hosts award
Headquarters Counseling Center hosts its fourth annual Life Support Refresher fundraiser at Maceli's on Friday from 6 30 to 10 p m featuring a silent auction live music cocktails and international dining stations Angel Morris mother of former KU stars Marcus and Markieff Morris will receive the center s first Life Saver award for her actions aiding KU players including Thomas Robinson after their mother Lisa Robinson s death last January Tickets cost 50 for one 80 for two and are available online or at the door Headquarters provides free confidential counseling education and information 24 7.
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Lawsuit Filed to Halt Keystone XL Preparations
Three conservation groups filed a federal lawsuit in Omaha alleging the US Fish and Wildlife Service illegally allowed TransCanada to clear a 100 mile corridor in northern Nebraska before final government approval. They contend the project risks endangered American burying beetle habitat and seeks to stop pipeline preparations.
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County to buy heart monitors and AEDs for fire medical response
Douglas County commissioners approved a 272143 budget for 11 heart monitors and 11 AEDs to equip Lawrence-Douglas County Fire Medical. The devices will transmit cardiac data directly to the hospital ER or on call cardiologist speeding triage and enabling direct admission to the Cardiac Catheterization Lab, cutting time to treatment.
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