Audit probes city practices amid council member questions
City audit findings note no fraud but cite risks from delayed review and funding loss. The council debated concerns raised by members about the municipal golf course and other issues, urging staff consultation before charging allegations. Budget impact includes at least $15,000 for additional procedures and potential effects on grants and bonds.
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Famine toll in Somalia study cites slow aid response
The FEWS NET and FSONA study places famine deaths at nearly 260,000, with 13,000 in March 2011 and 30,000 in May and June. Officials blame prolonged crisis normalization, al Shabab bans, and limited access for delayed action and preventable deaths.
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Somalia
Senait Gebregziabher
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Hillbruner
Washington
U.S. State Department
Patrick Ventrell
al-Shabab
Ventrell
Francesco Checchi
London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
Courtland Robinson
Johns Hopkins University
Food Security and
Lazzarini
Ken Menkaus
Davidson College
Film productions rise in New Mexico boosts local industry
The New Mexico Film Office reports 10 projects in state since January, with rebates increased to 30 percent for TV and large film projects. Officials say the incentive expansion along with local studios and recent series like Longmire signal a revival after a prior downturn.
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Albuquerque
Hollywood
Nick Maniatis
Wayne Rauschenberger
Rauschenberger
Bill Richardson
Los Angeles
Martinez
Film Office
Maniatis
Cyclists plan Roswell fundraiser focusing on foster care
A group of cyclists will ride in Roswell around 4 p.m. on Monday May 20 to raise funds and awareness for organizations serving those in need. This year the emphasis is on children in foster care. Pi Kappa Phi, founded in 1904, supports Push America as its national philanthropy since 1977 and advocates redefining fraternities away from party animal stereotypes.
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Pi Kappa Phi
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Kraft Honored as Citizen of the Year in Roswell
Kraft was named Citizen of the Year at a Roswell event, receiving a plaque and hat and a standing ovation. He credited the Roswell Association of Realtors and others for his achievements and urged attendees to live with urgency and help others.
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Obama and Pena Nieto Seek United Front on Immigration and Security
President Obama and Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto discussed tightening border security and reforming security coordination as they pivot to a trade and economy focused U.S.-Mexico relationship. They announced a closer partnership with Biden to deepen official cooperation.
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