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16 kilos of coke seized at the UN, no one knows why it’s there

The Associated Press January 27, 2012

UNITED NATIONS — A shipment containing 16 kilograms of cocaine was seized last week at the U.N.’s mail intake center, a New York Police Department spokesman said Thursday. Paul Browne, NYPD’s...

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European commission finds US politics opaque

The Associated Press January 27, 2012

PARIS — A top European anti-corruption body wants the U.S. to increase transparency of political funding through outside groups that donate millions to support candidates, warning that they could...

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Davos forum demonstrates tensions in Europe

The Associated Press January 27, 2012

DAVOS, Switzerland — Cash-strapped governments in Europe must persuade skeptical citizens to accept severe austerity measures if their countries are to recover and thrive in an increasingly tough...

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UTC loses power, causes some classes to be canceled

Jillian Bliss and Bobby Blanchard January 26, 2012

After a Wednesday thunderstorm left the University Teaching Center  University Teaching Center without power for two days, University Facilities Services has restored power to the building. Electrical...

Navy SEALs rescue hostages in Somalia

The Associated Press January 26, 2012

MOGADISHU, Somalia — Held captive since last fall, an ailing American woman and a Danish man are safely on their way home after a bold, dark-of-night rescue by U.S. Navy SEALs. The commandos slipped...

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Israeli-Palestinian negotiations break down yet again

January 26, 2012

RAMALLAH, West Bank — A low-level dialogue between Israelis and Palestinians about a future border has ended without any breakthrough, the Palestinian president said Wednesday, reflecting the impasse...

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Conference exhibits ‘future of video games,’ industry

Samuel Liebl January 26, 2012

Video gamers gathered at UT’s Applied Computational Engineering and Sciences Building on Wednesday evening to discuss every player’s dream — infinite resolution and zero latency. The...

Upcoming racetrack might start new trend

David Leffler January 26, 2012

As construction continues on the new 3.4-mile Circuit of the Americas racetrack being built outside of Austin, promoters are still working to inform Austinites of the sport. David Platt, a senior instructor...

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Effort to restore old cabin brings pride to community

Alexandra Klima January 26, 2012

One of the oldest pieces of restored architecture in Austin’s history, which served various duties during the 1800s, will soon undergo a major revival with the help of local historians. Through...

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Rule enforces undocumented students apply for legal status after graduation

Jody Serrano January 26, 2012

Editors Note: This is the third in a three part series about how immigration law impacts higher education and the UT system. A new rule from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board will establish...

Conservative group campaigns for party, does not endorse specific candidate

Andrew Messamore January 26, 2012

Members of the UT chapter of the Young Conservatives of Texas are still driving local politics in Austin and around the state, despite the ongoing deadlock in the national Republican primary race. The...

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Tornado touches down in northeast Austin

Jillian Bliss January 26, 2012

While thunderstorms pounded through the neighborhoods surrounding UT, a tornado touched down in northeast Austin early Wednesday morning. Members of the National Weather Service investigated the strength...

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