31 dead as Zulu march turns violent in Johannesburg
A Zulu nationalist march in Johannesburg turned deadly with at least 31 killed on Monday. Police and witnesses described chaotic scenes as crowds clashed, while authorities urged calm and investigation into the causes behind the violence.
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Assistant Sports Editor Bets Against NBA Championship Run
Scott Bordow predicts the lack of effort will keep the team out of the NBA title chase, arguing the squad fails to show consistent intensity on the court.
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Readers speak on deadly obsession in a sexual culture claim
A reader letter argues that the country's fixation on sexual activities will kill more people than cars, guns, wars, cigarettes, and natural acts. The piece critiques social obsessions and hints at broader public health concerns, reflecting a provocative stance in the era's discourse.
Intel theft ring busted in Chandler police say
Chandler police say they broke a theft ring trafficking Intel Corp chips locally and to Taiwan. Four arrested include two Intel Chandler plant workers, a janitor, and two California men. An Intel employee, Martin Estrada, conspired with janitor Michael Garcia to lift chips from a rejection bin and smuggle them out. Police allege three to five conspirators supplied Estrada who sold chips to Phoenix and Tempe stores for about one third of their value. Undercover officers bought 10 chips for about 250 dollars each. The case underscores high tech crime in the area.
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Sports stars turn softball into circus at HoHoKam Park
A celebrity charity softball game at HoHoKam Park attracted many retired and winter residents, with a crowd more baseball than softball. The event benefiting Arizona Special Olympics and East Valley Little Leagues drew a basketball crowd vibe and mixed reactions as players contrasted with traditional softball norms.
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Teachers' union blasts lawmakers over voucher feud in budget
Arizona's largest teachers union accuses Republican lawmakers of targeting public school staff in next year's budget due to opposition to private school vouchers. The special session aims to finalize a 4 billion dollar plan with per-student funding gains and an extra 48 million for inflation, but a cap bars inflation funds from raises, prompting claims of punitive intent by AEA president Kay Lybeck. The lobbying push followed hearings set at the Capitol as the bill heads to Gov. Symington's desk.
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Celebrity Theatre in Limbo After Chapter 11 Filing
On the same day Celebrity Theatre featured acts including Bob Hope and Starship, theater staff reported disruption as Chapter 11 filing leaves bookings uncertain. Starship is slated to perform April 16, with manager Michael Gainman noting a $10,000 deposit is owed and concerns about delays or cancellations affecting the venue.
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