Ferguson tackles fractured ties after Brown shooting
Ferguson officials unveil proposals to curb court fines and reform procedures as tensions flare after the unarmed 18 year old Michael Brown was fatally shot by a white officer. Critics warn revenue from fines burdens low income defendants and prompts jail time for nonpayment.
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Utah author sues teacher over plagiarism in romance novel
Utah author Rachel Ann Nunes of Orem filed a federal suit accusing Layton teacher Tiffanie Rushton of plagiarizing her 1998 Christian romance Love to the Highest Bidder by pasting large sections from an electronic copy. The case highlights online self publishing abuses.
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U.N. climate agency warns CO2 rise accelerates
The World Meteorological Organization reports record high atmospheric carbon dioxide and the fastest growth in 30 years. The bulletin urges binding emission cuts, notes ocean acidification and its impact on coral and shellfish, and calls for ocean in climate talks.
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Supreme Court may take up same sex marriage debate
The Supreme Court is poised to hear challenges to state bans on same sex marriage. Officials in six states have appealed after federal rulings, with 36 states overall urged the court to weigh in. Major corporations also push for nationwide recognition, citing uncertainty for employers and families. Justice Ginsburg predicted the court will not dodge the issue. The Windsor ruling spurred rapid litigation nationwide as courts extend marriage rights.
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Fourth Ebola aid worker arrives in Atlanta
The fourth U S aid worker sick with Ebola arrived in Atlanta aboard a specialized medical plane. The patient walked from the ambulance to Emory University Hospital, while officials kept identity private. Doctors noted improved care and no public health risk from previous patients Brantly and Writebol.
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Liberia Ebola Surge Pushes Toll Beyond 2200
A West Africa Ebola outbreak drives Liberia cases up with more than 500 new infections in a week. WHO warns thousands more cases expected as health workers face growing risk treating patients. Cases span Guinea, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Nigeria and Senegal.
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