OU Bans Alcohol at Flats and Halls in Policy Shakeup
University of Oklahoma will ban drinking at fraternities and residence halls starting January 18, citing a student death from alcohol poisoning two months earlier. Violations three times result in one semester suspension. a hotline and expanded education will aid enforcement. sororities already restrict drinking.
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David Boren
Animal rights group files complaint against kosher slaughterhouse
A Postville Iowa animal rights group filed a complaint Wednesday alleging cruelty to cattle at a local kosher slaughterhouse. The facility described the move as a veiled attack on religious freedom.
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National shift questions safety of American drugs
Boston reports a growing doubts about drug safety as medical authorities challenge the assumption of universal protection for medicines. The debate references antidepressants, Merck’s Vioxx recall, and flu vaccine shortages, with experts noting no drug is completely safe and regulators often fail to catch rare side effects before market release.
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Texas Ball Tickets Oversold Ahead of Bush Inauguration
The Black Tie & Boots inaugural ball near Washington has capped capacity at 10,000 due to fire codes, prompting refunds for mail orders and leaving some high rollers to buy at steep resale prices. Texas State Society hosts the event on Jan 19 with Bush family and Cheney attendees likely.
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Peterson's dad says killer was a good guy
Scott Peterson's father testified in the penalty phase describing a friendly youth who sang at a senior home on Sundays, tutored students, and helped in Tijuana. He urged jurors to see the 30 years before the crime as a life worth saving while jurors weigh execution versus life without parole.
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Peterson
Lee Peterson
High court weighs bankruptcy question
The Supreme Court weighed how much retirement savings people can shield in bankruptcy as arguments were heard over an Arkansas couple seeking to keep their IRAs. The case focuses on protections that already cover pensions and 401 k plans.
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Supreme Court
Arkansas
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