Iraq names Sunni tribal leader as ceremonial president
Ghazi Mashal Ajil al-Yawer, a Sunni tribal leader and critic of the occupation, was chosen as Iraq's ceremonial president reflecting the nation's religious and cultural diversity. The U.S. favored candidate lost as the U.N. envoy moved to appoint an interim government ahead of sovereignty transfer on June 30.
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Iraq names Ghazi al-Yawer interim president amid security crisis
The article reports Iraq naming Ghazi Mashal Ajil al Yawer as interim president while facing a volatile security situation. It notes U.S. and Britain proposing a UN draft to end the multinational force by January 2006 and transfer control of army and police to the Iraqi government.
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What's Up and Dating Customs for International Students
International students at the University of Iowa face etiquette questions after arriving in the United States. Workshops like Relationships, American Style explore greetings and dating norms, with student Brandon Holmes calling “What’s up?” an icebreaker and noting context matters in public interactions.
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State revenue surges as May nears record total
May tax collections rose 13.9 percent helped by a $76.8 million rise in personal income tax receipts. Through 11 months of fiscal 2004 the state had $4.793 billion in tax funds, $192.2 million ahead of last year, signaling possible stronger year-end results. Authorities cited a better than expected performance and growth prospects as the June 30 close approaches.
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Court blocks partial birth abortion ban in San Francisco
A federal judge in San Francisco struck down the Partial Birth Abortion Ban Act ruling the law jeopardizes other abortions and women’s health. Judge Phyllis Hamilton said Congress misrepresented scientific facts and found the measure vague and burdensome while failing to provide adequate protections.
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Seven year old organizes flood fund raiser in Cedar Rapids
Seven year old Tavian Jordan organized a flood relief bake sale at Erskine Elementary after seeing Elkport flood devastation. With help from his mom Christina Teel, he and relatives baked treats that sold out in 20 minutes, raising over $80 for flood victims.
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