Cedar Rapids flood recovery slows as crest eases
Residents return to flood ravaged Cedar Rapids to assess damage while Iowa River crest lowers to about 31.5 feet easing risk. Gov Culver calls it hopeful but warns of ongoing danger as water recedes and checkpoints, National Guard deployments, and tetanus clinics accompany containment efforts.
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Hulk Smashes Box Office Fees Opened Strong for Incredible Hulk
The Incredible Hulk opened with 54.5 million over the weekend, aiming to outpace Ang Lees 2003 Hulk, which earned 62.1 million but faded later due to poor word of mouth. Edward Norton stars as the scientist who becomes the Hulk, with Marvel Studios and Universal backing. M Night Shyamalan’s The Happening debuted at No. 3 with 30.5 million, following his past hits but a recent flop.
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Post office grapples with rising fuel costs
Washington AP Deputy Postmaster General Patrick R. Donahoe says every penny rise in gasoline adds about 8 million dollars to the Postal Service bill. He cites 2007 transportation costs at 6.5 billion, with 215,000 civilian vehicles and growing fuel expenses from contract carriers. The service seeks cost cuts and altered usage patterns to curb fuel consumption.
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Russert Remembered On Meet the Press After Death
NBC’s Meet the Press paid tribute to Tim Russert two days after his death. Colleagues recalled his dedication and passion, while his chair stood empty as a symbol of a defining era in political journalism.
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