Space-born seas or wild speculation in Iowa discovery
A University of Iowa team led by Dr. Louis Frank proposes that a rain of small comets could explain water on Earth and ongoing ocean replenishment. The idea arises from polar orbit observations showing 30 000 tiny 180 mile high holes in dayglow, fading in minutes, suggesting iceball impacts. Further tests, radar, and lunar observations may confirm or refute the theory, while risking reputations in the scientific community.
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Iowa OKs 15 year limit on builder liability for structures
The Iowa Legislature has approved a 15 year cutoff for suing architects engineers and contractors over building defects aligning with national practice and reducing unlimited liability. Supporters say the change reflects realistic warranties and could curb insurance costs while preserving accountability for past projects.
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How Yamani foresees oil era shift and its global impact
In a provocative analysis, Yamani argues that cheap oil hurts inflation and boosts Western risk taking while empowering OPEC. He predicts sustained low prices until the early 1990s, outlines strategies to bankrupt Iran, and warns that an oil import fee by the U.S. could derail his plan. He stresses Iran’s destruction as crucial to regional dominance and contemplates geopolitical moves involving Kuwait, Libya, and Libya’s Khadafy, along with implications for Britain and the U.S. energy landscape.
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Wallace’s fading glory mirrors Reagan era clash
Wallace laments fading public sight of his influence amid retirement talk. The piece contrasts his fiery 1960s demagoguery with Reagan’s measured opposition to federal civil rights laws, noting Wallace’s theater, populist rhetoric, and later decline. It recalls his rallies, coined phrases, and lasting impact on political language.
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Relax, kids and baseball role model critique
Russell Baker argues that baseball overuses the term role models to police players who may misuse narcotics and notes how the sport’s nomadic life harms children’s views. He suggests television educated youths see the sport’s hollow temptations and the lure of money over hometown loyalty, leading to cynicism about players as role models.
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