GOP candidates clash on war and abortion in Iowa debate
In a heated Iowa debate leading contenders defend or challenge the Iraq surge while sparring over abortion. McCain and Giuliani urge strength against Islamic extremism and terrorism. Paul calls for bringing troops home. Romney reiterates safety through a strong military and critiques Obama's stance. Tancredo warns of Mecca and Medina bombing as deterrence, Thompson labels the idea goofy. Huckabee pushes prevention rather than federal womb-to-tomb care. The exchange highlights core party divides on war policy and social issues.
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Iowans Reflect On National Bridge Disaster Ties
Iowa readers describe uneasy familiarity with Minneapolis and St Louis area cities after the I 35W bridge collapse. Aaron Toye recalls crossing the bridge many times while Randy Hobbs from Cedar Rapids watches in awe, noting such disasters are rare locally.
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Cedar Rapids
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Iranian woman seeks American father and adjusts to life in Iowa
Pratt, an Iranian woman, stayed in the United States after learning her father died and searches for unknown relatives while facing language barriers and cultural pressure. She lives in Iowa City with husband Majid Khalda Saghir and their son Kasra, works at Fareway, and studies English at Kirkwood Community College as she maintains Persian traditions for her children.
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Iran
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Kirkwood Community College
Fareway
Survivors credit physics and safety features in rescue
As of Saturday the death toll stood at five with 24 hospitalized and five in critical condition. About eight people are missing and presumed drowned. Experts credit vehicle safety designs, emergency bus features, and proximity to two major hospitals for saving many lives.
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Hennepin County Medical Center
Jeffrey Chipman
University of Minnesota Fairview Medical Center
Chipman
James Kakalios
University of Minnesota
Lanny Berke
Conterato
University
Hennepin County
Boy saved after six hours in Dead Sea
An 8 year old Israeli boy spent six hours alone in the Dead Sea at night after his father left him during a family trip. Police said they would not press charges against the parent. Shneur Zalman Friedman of Jerusalem was found two miles from shore dehydrated but healthy.
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