East Coast hit by powerful nor'easter and floods
A major nor'easter raged along the East with 55 mph winds and up to 20 foot seas. Flights canceled over 400 at New York area airports. Gov Spitzer mobilized 3200 National Guard as flood fears grew and New Jersey and New York residents evacuated.
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Pakistan tourism minister fears for life after mosque edict
Pakistan's Tourism Minister Ni lofar Bakhtiar says she faces danger after clerics at Lal Masjid Islamabad issue a Taliban style edict accusing her of sin for hugging her French parachute jumping instructor at a fundraising event in France. The edict calls for her dismissal and punishment.
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Lal Masjid
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France
Padilla Terrorism Trial Opens in Miami
The trial of Jose Padilla and two co-defendants begins with jury selection. Charged with conspiracy to murder and support for terror groups overseas, they face possible life terms. The case centers on a North American support cell aiding Islamic extremism. The four month trial could run long.
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John Ashcroft
United States
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Jose Padilla
Ashcroft
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U.S
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Michael Greenberger
University of Maryland
Volunteer rates dip slightly in 2006 study
A CNCS report shows US volunteer participation at 26.7 percent in 2006, down from 28.8 percent in 2005. Growth since 1989 boosted rates among youth 16 to 19, seniors 65 and older, and adults 45 to 64 despite the small dip.
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Washington
Corporation For National and Community Service
David Eisner
Eisner
Higher Education Research Institute
Airline fees rise as service quality falls in 2006 report
The 2006 Airline Quality Rating shows more passengers bumped, delayed, or losing bags than in 2005. Experts critique value for money while debates on federal subsidies for small airports loom. General aviation airports in Iowa received about 41 million dollars in federal funds 2005 to 2006.
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George Mason University
School of Public Policy
Congress
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Iowa
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Red Oak
Michelle McEnany
Iowa Department of Transportation
Bolen
Mark Cooper
Consumer Federation of America
Federal Aviation Administration
Iowa caucus impact on 2008 race explored
Political researchers question how Feb 5 primaries in states like California and New York affect Iowa’s Jan 14 caucuses and voter interest. A survey of 1,290 Iowa voters examined electability and campaign tracking, while experts caution about front runners and long campaigns dimming support.
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California
New York
Iowa
David Redlawsk
Redlawsk
Caroline Tolbert
Tolbert
Tippie College of Business
Squire
Ammunition Use and Costs Rise for Iowa Officers
Iowa police departments report high annual ammunition use dominated by training. Cedar Rapids bought 166000 rounds in a year for about 29000 dollars while Iowa City budgets over 12400 dollars for firearms supplies. Officers emphasize training builds proficiency and prepares them for emergencies.
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Iowa City
Matt Johnson
Johnson
Cedar Rapids
Chuck Mincks
Iowa
Hiawatha
Rick Pierce
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