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 News Archives Also Check Marriage in the news Abstinence in the news Fatherhood in the news DIVORCE The New Alone By Elizabeth Marquardt, The Washington Post:January 27, 2008 Marquardt discusses the role divorce plays in the care adult children give their aging parents and step parents. EDUCATION Teaching Inspires Second Career By Eunice Kim, The Statesman Journal:May 5, 2008 A growing number of people are choosing education as a second career. Many are seeking the personal fulfillment that comes from teaching. Oregon Colleges Allow Gender Neutral Dorms By Suzanne Pardington, The Oregonian:March 30, 2008 OREGON---Colleges around Oregon are opening up sections of their dorm to allow students of the opposite sex to live together. Some schools allow this so dating couples can live together, others are changing their rules to make same sex and transgender students more comfortable. Court to Reconsider Home Schooling Ruling Channel News 10:March 27, 2008 CALIFORNIA--The 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals in Los Angeles granted a re-hearing for their February 28th decision stating parents who homeschool their children must have a teachers credential. You Bet It's Tough: Kid's Walk in Adult's Shoes By Buffy Pollock, Mail Tribune:March 24, 2008 MEDFORD, Ore---Fifth graders from Washington and Jackson Elementary Schools took part in Portland's "Biztown," a mock city. Students interviewed for jobs, worked, and earned paychecks. The experience gave many kids more respect for the work their parents did. Rogue Community College Fees May Increase By Anita Burke, The Medford Mail Tribune:March 12, 2008 MEDFORD, Ore---Rogue Community College has proposed an increase in tuition of $2 per credit for in state students and $3 per credit for out of state students. Reading First in Oregon By Paris Achen, The Medford Mail Tribune:March 11, 2008 OREGON---34 elementary schools in Oregon have implemented the federal Reading First program. The program calls for 90 minutes of reading time for grades K-2 and an additional 30-60 minutes study time for students struggling with reading. The percentage of students at benchmark has increased since implementation. Students Eschew Campus Romance By Sue Shellenbarger, Wall Street Journal:January 31, 2008 Shellenbarger discusses how college students are more focused on studying and pursuing a career then dating on campus. Only 14% of married couples met their spouse on campus. However, 76% of students admit to hooking up, with no thought to romance. Ashland Parents Want Smaller Classes By Julie French, Mail Tribune:January 22, 2008 ASHLAND, Ore---A group of parents has asked the school board to form a task force to address the large class sizes in Ashland's elementary schools. School Superintendent Juli Di Chiro noted that the higher class sizes are due to budget restrictions. However, she notes the numbers have remained steady since last year. College Parties Getting Hotter, Boozier By Dan Childs and Audrey Grayson, ABC.com:January 7, 2008 Researchers are finding that at college theme parties, women's clothing was getting skimpier and the less clothing women wore, the more they drank.
EUTHANASIA Belgium Considers Euthanasia for Terminally Ill Kids Family News in Focus:March 28, 2008 BELGIUM---Lawmakers are considering passing legislation that would allow terminally ill teenagers and those who suffer from severe dementia to kill themselves. The legislation would also allow parents of children with incurable diseases to have the doctor kill their children. GAMBLING Judge Deals Blow to Online Poker Players By Vanessa Ho, Seattle Post Intelligencer:May 15, 2008 WASHINGTON---Superior Court Judge Mary Roberts upheld a state law banning internet gambling. The law was enacted in 2006 as an amendment to the 1973 gambling act. The original act prohibited electronic transmission of gambling information. The 2006 amendment added Internet to the list of electronic devices. US Gambling Revenues Up 5.3 Percent in 2007 By Oskar Garcia, Associated Press:May 14, 2008 According to a recent survey by the American Gambling Association, U.S. Gambling revenues were up 5.3 percent to 34.1 billion dollars in 2007. This is more than American's spend on candy or movie tickets. Officials predict the number will decline as the economy slows down. Problem Gambling Common Among Young Adults Washington Post:May 12, 2008 According to a recent survey by researchers at University at Buffalo's Research Institute on Addictions, 750,000 American teens and young adults are problem gamblers. Congress to Take Testimony in Internet Gambling Ban By Matt Richtel, The New York Times:April 1, 2008 The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act of 2006 made it illegal for banks and other financial institutions in the United States to process online wagers. However, some of the financial institutional assert they will have a difficult time complying with the new rules. Congress will also hear testimony on a bill by Rep. Barney Frank [D-MA] that would override the Act. Casino Plan Timeline 1998-2008 By Raelynn Ricarte, Hood River News:March 21, 2008 Ricarte outlines the timeline of the Confederate Tribe of Washington's decision to build a casino in the Cascade Locks. Supporters Dominate First Hearing By Rodger Nichols, The Dalles Chronicle:March 6, 2008 KAH-NEE-TAH---Over 200 people attended the first federal hearing on whether to allow the Warm Springs Tribe build a casino on non reservation land. 34 of the 39 people who testified supported the casino. Tribal leaders cited declining revenue and high unemployment rate as a reason to want the casino. Colorado Gambling Bill Fox Colorado News:February 28, 2008 COLORADO---The Colorado House passed legislation requiring casinos to use some of their proceeds to pay for gambling treatment, and education on gambling addiction. Currently, private funds are used for treatment. Public Hearing Next Step for Gorge Casino By Harry Esteve, The Oregonian:February 16, 2008 OREGON---The federal government released five public hearings on the decision to allow the Warm Springs Tribe to build a Columbia River gorge casino. The hearings are on March 3rd, March 10th, March 12, March 13, and March 17th. Check the full article for times and locations. Hearing on Warm Springs Casino By Holly M. Gill, Madras Pioneer:January 28, 2008 OREGON---The federal government has decided to hold a public hearing on the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs casino proposal. The casino is planned for the Columbia Gorge. JUDICIAL NEWS Portland Reception Center Alt. for Juvenile Detention By Maxine Bernstein, The Oregonian:January 14, 2008 PORTLAND, Ore---In 1998, the Portland Reception Center opened as a place for tens picked up by police for minor offences. As an alternative to juvenile detention, the center provides counseling and referrals to drug treatment. Previously, police had to keep kids in their car while trying to contact parent. OBSCENTIY/PORNOGRAPHY Court Upholds Part of Child Pornography Law By Mark Sherman, Associated Press:May 19, 2008 The Supreme Court ruled 7-2 that it is a federal crime to lead someone to believe you have child pornography to show or exchange. Opponents were worried this would affect e-mails with grandkids, or rated R movies; however, the Justices said the law would not apply to those cases. FBI: We're Losing the War on Child Porn By Jason Ryan, ABC News:April 23, 2008 WASHINGTON D.C.---According to F.B.I. director Robert Mueller, the growth of child pornography and child exploitation on the Internet is so strong that lawmakers cannot keep up with it. He is asking for the ability to expand records retention to better catch child pornographers. He is also asking for state and local involvement. Towns Use Zoning to Limit Sex Businesses By Nate Schweber, The New York Times:January 27, 2008 NEW YORK--Since banning adult only businesses is illegal, cities set zoning laws to limit the businesses to certain areas in town. Some cities choose to set zoning laws prior to businesses moving in. Internet Pornography Cause of Increase in Male Sex Addiction By Helen Neil, BBC:January 10, 2008 BRITAIN--According to a survey, 80% of counselor noted that sex addiction is on the rise. The most common cause is Internet pornography. Not surprisingly, counselors also share this negatively affects their personal relationships. TECHNOLOGY NEWS Social, Work Lives Collide On Networking Websites By Janet Kornblum, USA Today:January 17, 2008 The article shares how adults and teens need to be careful about the information they post on online social networks such as MySpace and Facebook as the information is very difficult to keep private. Bullies in Cyberspace By Sharon Noguchi, Mercury News:January 13, 2008 Coined the "bathroom wall" of the Internet, the article highlights how the anonymity of the Internet has lead to an increase in cyberbullying. OTHER Virginia Abortion Law Overturned Again By Robert Barnes, The Washington Post:May 21, 2008 VIRGINIA---The 4th Circuit Court of Appeals overturned Virginia's law banning partial birth abortion. The Court ruled the law was unconstitutional because it bans intact dilation and extraction after 12 weeks of pregnancy. There is the possibility a doctor may unintentionally perform an intact D&E, and the only way to avoid risk is to not perform abortions in the 2nd trimester. The court ruled this places an undue burden on the woman. Read further to learn more about the law and dissenting opinions. Arizona Nursing Board Allows Nurse Practitioners to Perform First Trimester Abortions Medical News Today:May 19, 2008 ARIZONA---The Arizona Board of Nursing recently authorized nurse practitioners to receive special training to perform first trimester abortions. The Arizona House recently passed HB 2269, which would outlaw nurses from performing all abortions. The bill would still need to pass the Senate and be signed into law. Adult Stem Cells Prevent Possible Amputation By Jan Jarvis, Star Telegram:May 12, 2008 FORT WORTH, TX---Andre Lampkin, 20, developed bacterial meningitis that damaged his arms and legs. Doctors were preparing to amputate however, they first tried using his own stem cells to regenerate tissue growth. This treatment has already saved his arms and legs, and maybe part of his feet and hands. Facebook Adds More Protections By Stephanie Reitz, Associated Press:May 8, 2008 HARTFORD, Conn---Facebook has added more safeguards to protect its users against predators and cyberbullying. Safeguards include banning registered sex offenders from creating a page, limiting search capabilities for users under 18, and removing groups that suggest bullying. Half Man/Half Chimp "Humanzee" By Jenny Hayworth, The Scotsman:April 29, 2008 SCOTLAND: Scientist Dr. Calum MacKeller warns that a Human Fertilization Embryology Bill does not prevent human sperm from being inseminated into animals. Dems Want to Expand Federal Hate Crimes Legislation By Anne Flaherty, Associated Press:April 22, 2008 WASHINGTON D.C. Senior Democrat Carl Levin wants to add federal hate crimes legislation to the 2009 defense authorization bill. The measure would expand the federal hate crimes legislation to include homosexuals. A similar bill has failed in the past. New "GINA" Law Would Stop Genetic Discrimination By Deborah Katz, U.S. News:April 25, 2008 WASHINGTON D.C.---The U.S. Senate voted to pass the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA). This ensures that anyone who gets genetic tests will be protected from having that information disclosed to health insurers or employers. $10,000 for a Child's Birthday Party? By Anna Jane Grossman, CNN:April 18, 2008 Grossman discusses how in an attempt to give their child a memorable birthday, parents often find things getting out of control and can spend up to tens of thousands of dollars. Some parents worry this is sending the wrong message to children. Grossman also offers websites that provide tips on planning low cost birthday parties. TV in Teens' Bedroom May Spell Trouble By Miranda Hitti, Web MD:April 17, 2008 According to a recent study published in the April edition of Pediatrics, there is a possible link between teens having a television in their bedroom, and a lack of physical activity, poor eating behavior, and poor grades. Cow-Human Embryo Lives Three Days By Grant McArthur, Herald Sun:April 3, 2008 Scientists at Newcastle University in England has grown hybrid embryos by injecting human DNA into eggs taken from cows ovaries. They plan to use the embryos to treat diseases and injuries; however, the process has yet to yield a stem line. Members of the Caroline Chisholm Centre for Health Ethics are upset that scientists are still creating embryos for the purpose of destroying them. Senior Centers Change to Increase Appeal By Jane Gross, The New York Times:March 25, 2008 CHICAGO---In many cities, including Chicago and New York, the use of senior centers is decreasing. Officials think this is partly due to a stigma that baby boomers feel comes with aging. The article outlines new cafes opening up to address this decline. Nebraska Lawmakers Pass Cloning Ban Associated Press:March 25, 2008 NEBRASKA---Lawmakers
passed LB 606 which prohibits using state money for embryonic stem cell
research using a technique called therapeutic cloning. Oregon Teens Speak About the Dangers of Meth By Joe Hansen, Cottage Grove Sentinel:March 12, 2008 COTTAGE GROVE, Ore---Three Cottage Grove teenagers are speaking through out the South Lane School District schools on how methamphetamine has destroyed their families. None of the teens use meth themselves. Senate Rejects Pro-Life Amendment to SCHIP Family News in Focus:March 17, 2008 WASHINGTON D.C.---Sen. Wayne Allard (R-CO) proposed an amendment to the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) to provide funding to unborn children and pregnant women. The bill failed to pass the U.S. Senate 52-46. Alabama Crackdown on Pregnant Drug Users By Adam Nossiter, The New York Times:March 15, 2008 ALABAMA---To protect unborn children, and newborns from the effects of drug use, lawmakers and prosecutors are arresting pregnant women for using drugs. Defense lawyers say that jail time is too harsh a punishment, and removes the mother from her child. Stitching Together By Kyle Odegard, The Corvallis Gazette Times:arch 10, 2008 CORVALLIS, Ore---Twice a month OSU students who are also members of the Gerontological Student Association meet at Regent, a senior independent living facility, and knit and crochet with some of the residents. Both generations enjoy visiting the most. Stem Cells May Help Skin Disease KGBT News:March 5, 2008 TEXAS---Young brothers, Nate and Jake Liao are affected by a skin disorder that causes painful, blistering skin. Doctors used stem cells, through a bone marrow transplant, to infuse healthy skin cells into the boys body. It will be a while to see if the treatment worked, but Nate's mother is already seeing improvements in his skin. Donor Match Made Over Coffee By William Yardley, The New York Times:March 4, 2008 WASHINGTON---This special interest story highlights the generosity of Tacoma, Washington Starbuck's barista, Sandie Anderson's decision to donate her kidney to long time customer Annamarie Ausnes. Virginia Senators Cut Funding for Planned Parenthood By Tim Craig, The Washington Times:February 28, 2008 VIRGINIA---Senators passed an amendment to remove funding for Planned Parenthood from their state budget. The Senators chose to remove funding due to Planned Parenthood performs abortions. The House already passed the amendment. It now goes to Gov. Tim Kaine. Adult Stem Cells Help Health Day News:February 26, 2008 According to the Journal of American Medical Association, there is evidence that adult stem cells can help in the treatment of heart and immune disease.
New York Abortion Battle By Jacob Gershman, New York Sun:February 19, 2008 NEW YORK---During his state of the state address Governor Elliot Spitzer asked officials to make it a priority to pass his Reproductive Health and Privacy Protection Act (RHPPA). The bill would make abortion a fundamental right. It also removes abortion regulations from state law. This includes authorizing non-physicians to perform abortions and remove age limit for over the counter morning after pill. The Catholic Church is launching a campaign against the bill as they are also worried it will force Catholic hospitals to perform abortions. British Women Trade Eggs for Fertility Treatment Family News in Focus:February 25, 2008 BRITAIN---The North-East England Stem Cell Institution is offering women fifty percent off of invitro fertilization treatments if they agree to donate half of the eggs produced during treatment. The eggs would be used in human cloning experiments. Professor's Remarks on Down Syndrome Draw Fire By Colin Campbell, Daily Tar Heel:February 19, 2008 NORTH CAROLINA---University of North Carolina biology professor, Albert Harris, angered some students when he recommended that unborn babies that test positive for down syndrome be aborted. Death Count '82' for Choking Game By Mike Stobbe, Associated Press:February 15, 2008 According to the Center for Disease Control, CDC, since 1995, 82 children, aged 6-19, have died from choking themselves in an attempt to get high. Kids might turn to this method because it does not involve drugs. The CDC cautions parents to look for warning signs that their kids might be choking: bloodshot eyes, marks on their neck, frequent headaches, and ropes, or scarves, tied on bedroom furniture. Scientists Turn Skin Cells into Embryonic Stem Cells By Kim Irwin, UCLA Press Release:February 11, 2008 UCLA---Scientists at UCLA were able to turn human skin cells into cells with similar characteristics to embryonic stem cells. These cells could then be turned into other life saving cells. The First Ache By Annie Murphy Paul, The New York Times:February 10, 2008 This article provides a lengthy discussion on when, and to what extent, unborn babies can feel pain. The Vanishing Point By Guy Trebay, New York Times:February 7, 2008 Trebay covers a new trend in modeling: a tall skinny man. As model Demian Tkach notes "... I understand the designers are not looking for a male image anymore. They’re looking for some kind of androgyne.” NCAA Changes Position on Pregnant Athletes By Steven Ertlet, Lifesite News.com:January 23, 2008 The NCAA has voted to support a rule that would prevent schools from revoking female athlete's scholarships due to pregnancy. In the past some students noted they had abortions due to fears of losing funding. Missouri Must Provide Abortions to Inmates CBS News:January 22, 2008 MISSOURI---The 8th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals ruled that the state must allow female inmates to have an abortion, and must provide transportation to the clinic. China to Hear Legal Case on Forced Abortion By Richard Spencer, Telegraph.co.uk:January 7, 2008 BEIJING, CHINA---For the first time, China's higher courts have agreed to hear a plea from a woman who shares how she was forced to undergo an abortion, even though her husband tried to bribe officials. Her baby was conceived out of wedlock, which is illegal in China. However, forced abortion is also illegal.
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