Swear Words Said to Be Endangered by Modern Usage
Bob Greene notes that swear words have become ubiquitous and lose impact. He argues there are only a finite set of dirty words, now overused by adults and children alike, making it impossible to replace them with new terms. He laments the loss of meaningful profanity and its emotional effect.
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Brando daughter ruled incompetent in murder case
Lawyers in the Christian Brando murder case told Judge Joel Rudof that Cheyenne Brando, Marlon Brando’s daughter, has been ruled mentally incompetent by a Tahitian court. Rudof tentatively said he would seek French assistance to bring her to the United States to testify, but set Dec 19 to file final documents.
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Starlighters II presents Into the Woods at Anamosa Middle School
Community theatre opens at 7 p.m. with tickets for adults six dollars, seniors and students five dollars at the door. Also showing Annie at Theatre Cedar Rapids with 8 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. times and varied pricing, and Dirty Work at the Crossroads a melodrama at Jefferson High School with eight p.m. start.
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Winter Arts and Events Calendar Highlights
A dense listing of performances and activities across Iowa venues. Five Seasons hosts Bad Company and Damn Yankees at 8 p.m. Tickets range 17.50 to 19.50. The Joffrey Ballet presents The Nutcracker at Hancher Auditorium with multiple showtimes and prices. Various choirs, concerts, and dances appear at UNI, Cornell College, and Cedar Rapids venues. Includes Christmas events, galas, lectures, and a 10K Turkey Walk benefiting heart associations.
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Weathering the Cold Tips From Iowa Weather Experts
Wind chill below 35 degrees enhances frostbite and hypothermia risk. Frostbite shows as numbness and pale skin, while hypothermia brings shaking and confusion. Dress in layered lightweight clothes, wear a water resistant outer layer, and cover head nose mouth hands and feet to prevent cold injuries.
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