Scholar criticizes US coverage of Middle East reliance on comics
Rashid Khalidi, a leading Middle East scholar, argues American news use comic strips for insights into the region while TV and newspapers offer narrow views. He speaks at Iowa City events, urging broader access to international news and language study.
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Leach Defends Vote Amid Thomas Criticism at Mercy Medical Center
Congresswoman Leach dismisses Thomas claims that she misrepresented the bill. She notes real aim was to remove a reimbursement portion, discusses AIDS research funding, and questions the fairness of attacking votes on a large omnibus bill. Hastert notes Democrats sought broader hospital reimbursements, while Republicans blocked them.
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RiverRun talks planned in Cedar Rapids
Dan Baldwin co chairs the Vision Committee and invites public input on Cedar Rapids 110 million RiverRun redevelopment including an extreme sports park and St. Wenceslaus Square. The city seeks 25 million Vision Iowa funds with seven meetings set from Nov 6 to Dec 12 at 7 p.m. at the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library.
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Linn County Candidates Back Smart Growth and Regional Planning
Language on information tech plus a transfer station and regional landfill for a Illinois area surfaces. Langston urges Region Planning Commission use to curb sprawl while Dostal cites a new three tier land use plan to limit sprawl and promote smart growth. All candidates back community diversity.
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White House backs Leach Internet gambling ban proposal
The White House endorsed Senate passage of Rep. Jim Leach's bill to ban Internet gambling. Economic adviser Larry Lindsey urged Senate approval to stop transfers and credit card use for online betting amid concerns of crime, money laundering, and identity theft.
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Cedar Rapids seeks federal funds to buy out flood damage homes
Cedar Rapids aims to secure 277000 in federal relief to buy four flood damaged homes along Indian Creek and streets 30th and 31st SE. City Engineer Dave Elgin said approval is uncertain but being added to a list for potential future funds as flood plain maps are redrawn.
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Cedar Rapids Dentist Loses License Over Sedative Use
State regulators revoke the license of Dr. David Hall of Cedar Rapids after findings that he used sedatives without proper training or backup, sought prescriptions via physicians, and failed to meet probation terms. Hall may reapply in six months and claims he adhered to an amended arrangement.
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