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Local Democratic organizations announce 2012 endorsements

Andrew Messamore February 20, 2012

University Democrats and members of the Central Austin Democrats met Saturday to co-endorse candidates for the 2012 election season. The two groups awarded their Austin Progressive Coalition endorsement,...

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Livestrong marathon raises cancer awareness

Reihaneh Hajibeigi February 20, 2012

Runners from the community came together Sunday to race for cancer research awareness in the annual Livestrong Austin Marathon and Half Marathon. Livestrong Austin spokesman Jeff Hahn said this year about...

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Speaker addresses birth control controversy

David Leffler February 20, 2012

In an effort to raise awareness about birth control and its importance in national politics, Planned Parenthood Federation of America president Cecile Richards spoke to a crowd of supporters on campus. Richards,...

Loughner prosecutors to get psychologist’s notes

The Associated Press February 20, 2012

TUCSON, Ariz. — A federal judge will allow prosecutors to see most of a prison psychologist's personal notes pertaining to the suspect in the Tucson shooting that wounded then-U.S. Rep. Gabrielle...

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Spaniards organize protests against labor reforms

The Associated Press February 20, 2012

MADRID — Hundreds of thousands of protesters were marching throughout Spain on Sunday in the first large-scale show of anger over new labor reforms that make it easier for companies to fire workers...

Endowments help decrease UT’s financial burdens

Liz Farmer February 20, 2012

Pressure has mounted on faculty in the semesters following the last Texas legislative session, but endowments can ease the increasing financial burdens that may otherwise push faculty away from the University. Endowments...

‘No More Weapons!’ billboard placed on US border

The Associated Press February 20, 2012

CIUDAD JUAREZ, Mexico (AP) — President Felipe Calderon on Thursday unveiled a “No More Weapons!” billboard made with crushed firearms and placed near the U.S. border. He urged the United...

Egypt recalls Syrian ambassador as sign of disapproval

The Associated Press February 20, 2012

CAIRO — Egypt said Sunday it was withdrawing its ambassador to Syria, the latest Arab country to scale back its relations with the embattled regime in Damascus. The 11-month-old Syrian uprising...

Primary election delay to deter UT student voters

Sylvia Butanda February 17, 2012

After final exams end in May, some students may be more interested in summer vacation than political primaries, while others will still find a way to cast their vote. With the recent Texas redistricting...

Schedule conflict forces fans to decide between ACL and OU game

Alexa Ura February 17, 2012

Last minute changes to the fall Big 12 football schedule led to a conflict between the Austin City Limits Music Festival and Texas-OU weekend, leaving students to decide which major event to attend. Festival...

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UT student resources for safe walk home

Kayla Jonsson February 17, 2012

Staying out late studying or spending time with friends is an inevitable way of life for many college students, but when the work is done and the party is over, sometimes the long walk home alone in the...

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Blanton Museum showcases western art reflecting American expansion

Paxton Thomes February 17, 2012

The paintings of America’s westward expansion are now featured in the Blanton Museum of Art and give insight into popular representations deep in the American psyche. The Blanton is hosting “Go...

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