Russia pulls the plug on Cuban Lourdes spy base
Cuba criticizes Russia for ending Lourdes base operations near Havana as Moscow cites a shifting geopolitical landscape after 9 11. The move ends a $200 million annual rent plus $100 million in maintenance, jeopardizing Cuba’s hard currency as tourism and remittances weaken. Russia frames it as a financial choice to fund anti terrorism capabilities, signaling a cooling of Cold War era ties.
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Aiken Standard Staff Roster Details Publisher to Editor
A list of key newsroom leaders at the Aiken Standard includes Publisher Scott B. Hunter Editor Jeffrey B. Wallace Advertising Director Art Zappa Business Manager Ellen C. Priest Managing Editor Timothy E. O Briant Pressroom Supervisor James R. Bennett Jr Systems Manager J David Boyd.
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Timothy E. O'Briant
James R. Bennett Jr
J. David Boyd
Community letters defend Still Magnolias calendar stance
Aiken residents debate a nude calendar supporting the Council on Aging. A former committee member and a grandparent model defend its artful presentation and charity, while others condemn nudity and fear negative community image and guidance for youth. The exchange questions morality, taste, and local values amid fundraising aims and aging services.
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The terrorist and the shepherd
A reflection on Osama Bin Laden's Islamist justification, contrasting his retreat from battle with the biblical courage of David. The author argues that true faith would push terrorists to confront their enemies openly, exposing spiritual weakness and undermining support for the cause.
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Satan
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Aiken Standard Seeks Letters to the Editor
The Aiken Standard welcomes letters to the editor and asks writers to include signature, mailing address, and daytime and home phone numbers for verification. Letters may be edited or condensed. Send to Letters to the Editor, Aiken Standard, PO Box 456, Aiken SC 29802. Email swallace@aikenstandard.com or fax 803-648-6062.
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