Friday, July 25th, 2008

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Proposed GI bills would affect veteran benefits

Two pieces of legislation aim to increase funding for education but disagree on allocation methods

For students Luke Stalcup and Anthony Allman, the current battle over two new GI bills is not only a discussion occurring on Capitol Hill, but also a battle over legislation pertinent to their education and livelihood.

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Presidential candidates sparring on NAFTA

Growing economic distress has sparked concern among labor, environmental groups

Trade and the North American Free Trade Agreement have been increasingly discussed among the candidates in this year’s presidential election during this time of growing economic uncertainty.

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Canceled flights don’t need to ruin plans

Students can protect themselves by buying travel insurance and using credit cards

The problems that have plagued airlines recently have disrupted some students’ travel plans and may continue to, but there are ways to avoid major problems.

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Loans, aid unaffected by slow economy

Due to UC’s high status, downturn will have little impact on ability to get financial assistance

In the wake of recent buzz about a slowing economy and collapsing lending market, university officials said students should not worry about receiving financial aid for the upcoming academic year.

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Forum evaluates U.S. relations with Chinese market

Business conference provides opportunities for networking, exchange of ideas about global trends

Korn Convocation Hall was nearly filled to capacity on Friday as students, business executives and Hollywood producers gathered to discuss economic relations between the United States and China.

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Presidential candidates log on to check up with younger voters

In 1991, Bill Clinton, who was then the governor of Arkansas on his way to becoming the 42nd president of the United States, stood before cameras and a live crowd and announced he would be seeking the highest office in the land.

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Panel speaks on oil politics

The Middle East may often dominate oil discussions, but a panel Tuesday evening highlighted the importance of oil in other regions to world politics.

The panel featured journalist Steve LeVine and discussion centered around ...

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UCLA subpoenaed in lending case

UCLA is one of 40 universities subpoenaed by New York State Attorney General Andrew Cuomo in his investigation into the relationship between college athletic departments and student loan providers.

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Planned Parenthood threatens legal action for YouTube videos

Planned Parenthood of Los Angeles has threatened legal action against a UCLA student for her role in videos posted online that apparently show a Planned Parenthood employee violating the organization’s policies.

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Shooter, 23, identified

As details of Virginia Tech shooting surface, UCLA students show an outpouring of sympathy

Following Monday’s shooting at Virginia Tech – the deadliest such incident in the nation’s history – students at the Blacksburg, Va., campus mourned as details of the events became clearer.

Police identified the shooter – Cho Seung-Hui, a 23-year-old ...

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