Japanese Diplomats Probe Reported WWII Runaways in Mindanao
Japanese diplomats chased a claim two Imperial Army soldiers in their 80s were alive in the Mindanao mountains in the southern Philippines since World War II. The men allegedly split from their division and feared court martial if they returned to Japan. A General Santos hotel wait ended in disappointment.
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Junichiro Koizumi
Runaway Bride Met Fine Line Between Fear and permanence
Erin McCann of Marshall Town ended a five year relationship in March 2003 six months before her wedding. She feared marriage would magnify issues she preferred to avoid. Jennifer Wilbanks, 32 of Georgia, fled to dodge her lavish wedding and now faces criminal charges.
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Jennifer Wilbanks
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Buyout Threatens Newton Maytag Community and Pensions
In Newton, a company town built around Maytag faces a potential buyout by a Wall Street firm. Workers fear pension losses and wage changes, while retirees worry about health benefits. Ted Johnson of Local 997 notes the impact on 1,340 mill workers and 1,300 office staff.
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the Gazette
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Steve Gravelle
Gazette
Susie Jones
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Ted Johnson
United Auto Workers Local 997
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Impotence Drugs Linked to Sudden Vision Loss
FDA says 43 NAION cases reported among users of Viagra Cialis and Levitra. 38 with Viagra, four with Cialis, one with Levitra, among tens of millions of users. Agencies note no proven causal link yet, while drug labels may be updated to reflect this rare risk.
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Food and Drug Administration
Susan Cruzan
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Inside Iowa to deny Medicaid paid drugs to sex offenders
An Iowa report examines policy limiting Medicaid funded medications for sex offenders. The piece outlines state arguments, potential impacts on treatment and public safety, and reactions from officials and advocates. It notes the financial and health implications for affected individuals and agencies.
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Teens view oral sex as safer sex despite STD risks
A Linn County health study cited by the Gazette finds teens see oral sex as less risky than vaginal sex. Among 580 students, about 20 percent reported oral sex versus 14 percent vaginal activity, with teens noting pregnancy risk avoidance but underestimating STD dangers.
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Pediatrics Journal
the Gazette
Carrie
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