Congress renews ten year ban on plastic guns evading detectors
Senate approves a decade extension to bar firearms allowing evasion of metal detectors with a vote by voice. House had backed identical renewal and the bill heads to President Obama to sign, as he travels in Africa.
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Mandela memorial draws world leaders to Soweto stadium
President Obama and Raul Castro lead a crowd near 100000 at FNB stadium for Nelson Mandela's memorial in Johannesburg. Leaders from Bush to Sarkozy attend as Zuma to give keynote. security teams rush to manage vast dignitary presence.
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Life Under Apartheid Recalls Family’s Struggle and Mandela’s Legacy
Michelle Faul recalls growing up in Rhodesia and South Africa under apartheid. Her mother fought segregation by challenging access to whites only facilities, while the pencil test determined race under the regime. The piece reflects on passbooks, segregated housing, and the eventual reconciliatory path led by Nelson Mandela.
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County Projects Lorain County Butternut Ridge Road Resurfacing
Lorain County details resurfacing work on Butternut Ridge Road under a county project. Work aims to improve ride quality and safety with phased disruptions and lane closures. Scheduled contractor, start date, and completion window are listed by the county engineer.
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