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Islamists battle opponents as Egypt crisis grows

The Associated Press December 6, 2012

CAIRO — Egypt descended into political turmoil Wednesday over the constitution drafted by Islamist allies of President Mohammed Morsi. At least 211 people were wounded as supporters and opponents...

Policies hinder sexual assault survivors

Andrew Messamore December 6, 2012

Student survivors of sexual assault may find themselves wrapped in red tape if they choose to seek justice by reporting their assault to the University. Because of UT’s interpretation of state and...

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Austin charities and donors provide extra gifts during the holiday season

Taylor Hampton December 6, 2012

Despite the increase in charitable donations during the winter months, philanthropic organizations in Austin say they are not in competition with each other, and are instead focusing on their own efforts. Karen...

Students trying to transfer between Texas universities and colleges may be aided soon by statewide course transfer agreements

Alexa Ura December 6, 2012

A bill filed for the upcoming legislative session could standardize the process for students transferring between Texas colleges and universities. The bill, filed by state Rep. Dan Branch, R-Dallas,...

UT pushes for students to graduate on time

Alexa Ura December 6, 2012

The UT System released a recommendation report on reducing student debt Wednesday night that states students can decrease debt by graduating on time, which could be more easily obtained by incentivizing...

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UTPD police chief reflects on his career as he prepares to retire

David Maly December 6, 2012

The search is on for a new University of Texas Police Department chief after the current chief, Robert Dahlstrom, announced he will retire this May. Bob Harkins, associate vice president for campus...

Daily Texan news boxes on their way to Belo Center for New Media for spring semester

Bobby Blanchard December 6, 2012

Three months after announcing intentions to place a Daily Texan news box in front of the Belo Center for New Media, the College of Communication is now saying it hopes to install specially designed and...

Texas bill aims to allow more universities to qualify to receive money from the National Research University Fund

Joshua Fechter December 6, 2012

A state Senate bill, which aims to alter the amount of funds distributed through a state program intended to establish the next major national research university in Texas, would not immediately affect...

Controversy grows over photo of NY subway push

The Associated Press December 5, 2012

NEW YORK — Police questioned a suspect Tuesday in the death of a subway rider pushed onto the tracks and photographed while he was still alive — an image of desperation that drew virulent criticism...

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Palestinians: settlement expansion means 1 state

The Associated Press December 5, 2012

RAMALLAH, West Bank — The Palestinians will ask the U.N. Security Council to call for an Israeli settlement freeze, President Mahmoud Abbas and his advisers decided Tuesday, as part of an escalating...

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Fighting surges around Syrian capital of Damascus

The Associated Press December 5, 2012

BEIRUT — Syria’s civil war is closing in on President Bashar Assad’s seat of power in Damascus with clashes between government forces and rebels flaring around the city Tuesday, raising...

New bill to aid in funding of new UT engineering school through bonds

Joshua Fechter December 5, 2012

A bill in the Texas Senate could help fund the construction of a new building for the Cockrell School of Engineering by allowing the UT System Board of Regents to issue bonds for the project. The...

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