Pocahontas film sparks debate on historic accuracy
Mike Deupree argues the Disney movie trades history for entertainment, noting stereotypes and romantic subplots while urging parents to explain inaccuracies to children. He compares Hollywood practices to past films and underscores the film’s purpose as profit, not fact.
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Elevator talks reveal gaps in hospital confidentiality
A Philadelphia study finds elevator conversations at five Pittsburgh hospitals breach patient privacy. In 259 rides, 41 remarks risked confidentiality with nurses, patients, and staff discussed openly. Researchers urge private spaces and better staff training.
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Student council president and friend charged with extortion
Betsy Ann Hull 17 and Thomas Jason Neher 18, both from Decatur Alabama, were charged with first degree extortion after allegedly threatening two school acquaintances with death or injury unless $2,000 was paid. They were arrested Saturday and released on $2,500 bond.
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Gazette observes Independence Day with limited hours
The Gazette will not open to the public today until 4 p.m. due to Independence Day. News Tip Line is 398-8254, obituary and Wednesday notices due by 7 p.m. Call 398-8313 or 1 800 397 8212 for submissions, circulation lines will take calls until 11 a.m., Iowa City office until 9 a.m. Normal hours resume Wednesday.
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Women seating rule sparks controversy in religious town near Tel Aviv
In Bnei Brak, rabbis order women to sit at the back of public buses to uphold modesty. The edict, affecting all women, took effect Sunday and appears to have reduced visible resistance as commuters complied.
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Russia and Chechnya end talks with no breakthrough
Moscow says a peace envoy met Chechen President Dzhojar Dudayev but the midnight session was inconclusive. Talks were adjourned and would resume on Thursday as six months of fighting continue.
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Chechnya
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Militants Agree to Talks With Government in Pakistan
The Mohajir Qaumi Movement agrees to begin negotiations with Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto's government on Thursday to end the urban guerrilla war that has claimed 963 lives this year in Karachi and surrounding areas.
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Karachi
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The Gazette backs soy ink and recycling drive
The Gazette promotes sustainable printing using soybean ink and recycled newsprint. Readers are encouraged to recycle newspapers at City Carton located at 4250 Sixth St SW or at the nearest recycling drop-off.
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