Limited Iraq voting starts today
Voting begins today in hospitals, military camps and prisons across Iraq as the country moves toward a new 275 member parliament. The government will close borders, extend the nighttime curfew and restrict travel to prevent insurgent disruption ahead of the main election day. Interior Minister Bayan Jabr urged participation and safety as Kurds press to include Kirkuk’s oil wealth in the future governance.
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Iraq Hopes For Constitutional Parliament After 2003 Collapse
Iraqis prepare for a 275 member assembly to rule for four years with Shiites expected to win the largest share of seats. Sunnis vote in meaningful numbers amid regional tensions as Arabs and Turkomen resist self rule. Voting opens for most citizens Thursday with special ballots for certain groups. Saddam Husseins right to vote is unclear. International voters abroad begin casting ballots in 15 countries.
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Classroom view of education beneficial
The Gazette recalls an inside look at the educational system from Aug. 22 to Friday seen through the eyes of Steve Riley, a University of Iowa observer. The piece discusses insights into classroom dynamics and the value of education from a student perspective.
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From Room 70 I Observe High School Education
The writer, a first person English education student and Gazette assistant on the copy desk, reflects after a 16 week student teaching stint at Kennedy High School. He notes federal No Child Left Behind aims and Iowa standards, cites Cedar Rapids school board plans to raise math and science graduation requirements, and reports a student questionnaire across three U.S. Humanities classes asking what schools need to improve.
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Catkins diet trend hits cats amid low carb hype
The Catkins high protein low carbohydrate diet for pets reemerges in cats with claims protein from canned foods improves nutrition while dry foods risk high fiber from grains. Experts note obesity brings diabetes and arthritis. Dr. Brian Hayes cites rising cases over the last five years at the Cat Clinic of Iowa City.
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Iowa Moves Into Top Ten Health Rankings
Iowa ranks 10th in the 16th annual America’s Health Rankings by United Health Foundation and partners. The report cites a 9.5 percent uninsured rate in 2004, the state’s high immunization levels, and strong insured coverage as key factors boosting its position.
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Health Rankings list top states by health factors
America's Health Rankings identifies state standings based on risks like smoking obesity and socioeconomic factors such as child poverty and high school graduation. Minnesota Vermont New Hampshire Utah Hawai i North Dakota Connecticut Maine Massachusetts Iowa appear in the top ten.
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