Mothers at Work Affects Family and Income Choices
In the 1960s only 17 percent of first-time mothers returned to work within a year. By the late 1990s about 65 percent did. People cite economic need and American materialism as reasons for two incomes, while some women seek work for personal identity and isolation from home life. Flexible jobs help, but not all industries offer them.
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Flu vaccine shortage sparks tough allocation choices
Health experts warn limited vaccine supply will force state and local leaders to decide who gets shots first if an outbreak occurs. Officials stress surveillance, antivirals, and social distancing to slow a potential pandemic. They suggest prioritizing first responders while urging routine precautions.
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Local NaNoWriMo participants push toward 50k word goal
Iowa City region members report progress with goals of 50 000 words in November. Gratto among first timers with 35 000 plus words by nightfall as she began with notes. Wilson coordinates meetups at Wild Bills Coffee and Roasters to build community. Sign ups open through Friday with coaching and encouragement offered to writers.
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CSI popularity drives television attention and crime drama trend
A USC professor argues fear sex and novelty grab viewers, noting CSI as TVs top show. The piece notes CBS keeps launching crime oriented dramas and audiences continue to embrace them.
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Martin Kaplan
University of Southern California
Annenberg School of Communication
Savannah
CBS
Media Executives Signal For Realism In Violent TV
WB and Fox executives stress realistic storytelling over gore in CSI and Bones while parents consider suitability for children. Industry watchdogs like PTC track prime time violence, but focus remains on ad revenue and advertiser pressure more than government action.
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WB Entertainment
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Fox Entertainment
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Melissa Caldwell
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CBS
NCIS
Caldwell
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