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Resources for students in need

Many students have never lived on their own before, and even for those that have, it can be difficult to earn enough to pay for bills and groceries, and all while attending classes. Thankfully, there are resources from the government, local charities and local companies that can help. Full story

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SOPA

SOPA, PIPA shelved after protests

Both SOPA and PIPA were postponed indefinitely on January 20 in the wake of the largest online protest in history. Website blackouts by online-encyclopedia giant Wikipedia and other sites led to hundreds of thousands of emails to members of Congress. Full story

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The Cobras walk-on connection

After a tough start to the season, the Parkland Cobras men's basketball team has improved to a record of 12-8. The team is refocused and ready to accomplish great things, and energetic walk-on Geordy Mulumba has been one of the biggest factors in this turnaround Full story

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Priracy act

Consensus needed on Web piracy

While much of the nation's capital has been engrossed in the debate over unemployment, taxes and spending, lobbyists representing a huge swath of the U.S. economy have been battling over proposals to combat foreign websites dedicated to piracy. Full story

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Parkland committee to address plagiarism

Hoping to address the apparent increase in cases of cheating and plagiarism, the college has formed a committee called the Academic Integrity Affirmation Study Group.

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Homelessness drops, but advocates still worry

Despite the economic downturn, the rate of homelessness across the United States decreased 1 percent from 2009 to 2011, according to a report that the National Alliance to End Homelessness released earlier this week.

Hoduran police

Crime booms as Central Americans fear police switched sides

In a city that's just earned the title of the most dangerous in the Americas, few people dare go to the police with complaints. Rather, they view police officers with fear, scorn and disgust.

New guidelines to affect nursing program applicants

Beginning in the spring semester of 2013, Parkland College's nursing program will require all new applicants to be Certified Nursing Assistants.

Public Safety: January is National Stalking Awarness Month

January is National Stalking Awareness Month, a time to focus on a crime that affects 3.4 million victims a year.

Coachella

Coachella festival unveils expanded lineup

Rapper Dr. Dre will close the 2012 edition of the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival, to be held for the first time over two consecutive weeks in mid-April.