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1. Russian president critiques crisis response
MOSCOW — Russia's President Dmitry Medvedev has twice rebuked the government led by his predecessor Vladimir Putin in the past couple of weeks, raising questions of whether a rift is developing between the powerful former Kremlin leader and the man he chose to replace him.
On both occasions, Medvedev criticized the government for not doing enough to help industry and business cope with the global financial crisis, which has hit Russia hard.
2. Bombing targets Iraqi government officials
BAGHDAD — An Iraqi Cabinet member escaped injury Thursday when a roadside bomb exploded near his convoy in Baghdad, as tensions rose between Arab and Kurdish politicians. Abed Theyab, minister of higher education, was traveling to work when the bomb went off police
Although violence is down significantly, extremists still launch attacks regularly in Baghdad and elsewhere, especially against Iraqi military, police and government targets.
said. No one in the convoy was hurt but three civilian bystanders were wounded.
3. Young mothers face greater risk of death
JOHANNEBURG, South Africa — Girls who give birth before the age of 15 are five times more likely to die in childbirth than women in their 20s, the U.N. said Thursday.
"This is not only a tragic personal loss for the family; it also leaves a long-term impact on the health and well-being of children and the development of communities and countries," Veneman said.
Every year, 70,000 women between the ages of 15 and 19 die in childbirth or from pregnancy complications, UNICEF director Ann Veneman said.
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4. College students robbed at gunpoint
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Authorities say a man disguised in awig burst into a classroom and robbed students at gunpoint at asmall private college in Memphis.
LeMoyne-Owen College President Johnnie Watson says 18 students were in the English classroom when the man barged in Thursday.
Watson says the man — who had a handgun — ordered students to toss their purses and wallets on the floor. He then fled the campus. No shots were fired and no one was hurt.
ATLANTA — Concerns over consumer exposure to salmonella intensified Thursday, a day after Kellogg Co. asked stores to stop selling its peanut butter sandwich crackers until the food maker can figure out if the peanut paste is contaminated.
5. Contaminated peanut butter pulled off shelves
The national salmonella
outbreak has sickened more than 430 people in 43 states and may have contributed to five deaths.
While not going so far as issuing a recall, Kellogg asked stores nationwide to remove the crackers and urged consumers not to eat those products until regulators have completed an investigation into Peanut Corp.
6. US Airways jetliner crashes into Hudson River
NEW YORK — A US Airways jetliner crashed into the frigid Hudson River on Thursday afternoon after a flock of birds apparently disabled both its engines, but rescuers pulled the more than 150 passengers and crew members into boats before the plane sank, authorities say.
Federal Aviation Administration spokeswoman Laura Brown said Flight 1549 had just taken off from LaGuardia Airport en route to Charlotte, N.C., when the crash occurred in the river near 48th Street in midtown Manhattan.
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Cuisine Critique Students' view on the food TRIGG EDWARDS tedwards@kansan.com
Mad Greek Restaurant 907 Massachusetts Street Mad Greek Combo... $11.95
Type of restaurant: Greek, Italian and American
Overall star rating: 5 out of 5
Signature dish: Gyros Dinner
Price range: $7-15
What I ate: Mad Greek Combo (dolunus, dolma, mousaka, feta cheese, gyros meat, spinach pie, pita bread, choice of green beans, fries or rice, and tzatziki sauce)
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especially the artwork, decor and music, makes you believe you have been transported straight to the heart of Greece. Greek conversation floats in the background, making the mood light and the atmosphere festive, almost as if you were feasting. Mad Greek offers a wide range of choices, from Greek and Italian specialties to American burgers and salads. Even those not familiar with Greek food will love the menu. For the more serious diner, you have a choice of wine and imported beers. Everyone should love this place because it offers great food and a fun atmosphere for a very reasonable price. Mad Greek is perfectly suited for college students' wallets and will certainly satisfy their hunger with something
Review: The gods would be pleased with all the Mad Greek restaurant offers. Mad Greek truly stands out by featuring the best of Mediterranean cuisine. Everything about this restaurant,
Located on Mass St. Mad Greek offers a light mood and an inexpensive meal. A mix of italian and Greek cuisine gets a 5-star rating from the Kansan's food critic.
unusual. With so many choices and a great atmosphere, the Mad Greek would be the perfect restaurant to visit this weekend
I please. I beg you to run, walk or drive to Mad Greek. It's almost as if you're dining with the gods.
Edited by Sam Speer
The city of Lawrence recently purchased two new farm tractors and a 15-foot mower to clear streets of snow and maintain more than 24,000 acres of city-owned properties every year.
Students depending on clear roads to class and work may have an easier time reaching their destination.
Mark Thiel, assistant public works director, said the funding for the purchase came from the state motor fuels tax.
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LAWRENCE City updates machinery for snow removal
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PARTY LIKE THERE IS NO SCHOOL ON MONDAY
Vineland police arrested 26-year-old Daniel C. Tyce on Friday and charged him with practicing medicine without a license. He is being held on $10,000 bail.
Dever said the current equipment would be sold to pay part of the $111,000 for the new machinery.
Police say he inoculated pets and put small animals up for adoption for a fee. He also solicited donations, claiming the agency was a nonprofit. Police do not know if Tyce has retained a lawyer.
The "Online Research in 60-Minutes" workshop will begin at noon in the library computer lab on the Edwards Campus.
Police say he ran a business called South Jersey Small Animal Rescue, falsely identifying himself as Dr. Danielle Smith, a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania veterinary school.
The money from the tax is distributed to cities that use the funds for maintaining roads, purchasing equipment and removing snow.
Mayor Mike Dever said the current equipment was purchased in 2000 and was in need of repair.
The "Blackboard Strategies and Tools" workshop will begin at 9 a.m. and again at 1:30 p.m. in 6 Budig Hall.
The "Metta Quintet plus Special Guests" concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. at the Lied Center.
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VINELAND, N.J. — Police say a New Jersey man posed as a female veterinarian, ran an illegal practice and set up a phony rescue agency that may have duped pet lovers out of thousands of dollars.
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