Inside U S troops battle al Sadr forces in Iraq
Accused American soldiers blend into crowds as FBI visits Berg in Iraqi jail. Witnesses report images of corpses and abuse of prisoners, including forced sexual acts and women ordered to expose themselves. Military dogs snarling and prisoners cowered amid the violence.
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Iowa Guardsmen say Iraq prisoner abuse harms U S credibility
Three Iowa National Guardsmen just home from Iraq say the scandal over mistreatment of Iraqi prisoners harms American credibility and taints the mission. Capt. Kevin Randle of Cedar Rapids notes the damage while praising Iraqi resilience and noting aid such as schools rebuilt and supplies sent.
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Cedar Rapids
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Growing optimism as farm income rises with higher prices
Rural businesses report stronger sales as commodity prices climb and a tax provision lets farmers deduct 60 percent of new equipment cost in one year. Dealers note ATV and lawn gear demand surges, while some towns still feel uneven effects of the rebound.
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Countryside Turf & Timber
Iowa Falls
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Crosser
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Iowans Sign Up for More Food Assistance
Cedar Rapids report shows a 22 percent rise in households receiving food assistance since last November. State officials credit enrollment changes by the Department of Human Services, including a shorter 10 page form and monthly income verification removed, plus the switch to debit cards, for improved access and dignity.
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Cedar Rapids
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Iowa researchers weigh worms for health promise
University of Iowa studies involve participants swallowing pig whipworm eggs to explore potential benefits for inflammatory bowel diseases and common allergies. Dr. Joel Weinstock says the idea challenges the notion that modern living is too clean and notes possible links to conditions like asthma and multiple sclerosis.
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