Asia reels from 9.0 quake triggering huge tidal waves
A massive 9.0 magnitude earthquake beneath the Indian Ocean set off 20 foot tsunamis across Asia and Africa. Death toll climbs past 13,340 as millions are displaced. helicopters and troops aid relief in Sri Lanka Indonesia and Thailand amid scenes of devastation and mass evacuations.
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Thai quake toll overwhelms Iowa woman’s family worry
Rosse, a Thailand native from Iowa City, spends a tense Sunday trying to confirm if her father and brother survived the earthquake and tsunami. She checks online reports and makes phone calls but finds services down and faces uncertainty.
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Donations for earthquake relief via Red Cross
People can donate to earthquake relief at www.redcross.org or at local Red Cross offices. Located at 6300 Rockwell Dr. NE Cedar Rapids IA 52402 and 328 S. Clinton St. Iowa City IA 52240. Include the note earthquake relief on checks.
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Quakes and tsunamis Leave Fatal Toll Across Eight Countries
After a massive earthquake, waves devastated coastlines across eight nations in southern Asia and Africa. Death toll climbs past eleven thousand as rescuers race to reach survivors. A survivor recounts seeking help from the Red Cross and moving her children to safety at their father's home amid the chaos.
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Yushchenko Declares Victory in Ukrainian Presidential Contest
Opposition leader Viktor Yushchenko proclaimed victory in Ukraine's contested presidential election to thousands in Kiev's Independence Square. He argued the country has moved from fraud tainted ballots to a new era of independence and freedom as Supreme Court ordered rerun results favored his bid.
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Shel ter fills as cold season boosts Cedar Rapids aid
At Willis Dady Emergency Shelter in Cedar Rapids the 48 beds fill within an hour of 5 p.m. daily, with staff noting increased demand as temperatures drop. The shelter tracks rising counts since 2000, while residents like Ray Stahl and James McGear describe shelter as a transient home for those seeking work and shelter in Iowa.
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Learn to Listento Your House Tomorrow
Learn how to listen to your house tomorrow and ring in the new year with a fresh approach. A guide to tuning into living spaces, with tips on mindful listening and ambient cues to start the year.
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