Controversy Over Mother Teresa's Legacy Takes Root in Kolkata
In Kolkata renewed debate follows Pope Francis canonization as critics like ex mayor Bikash Ranjan Bhattacharya challenge the saintly image. They argue her shelters glorified the ill and that funds did not reach the poor, while supporters cite decades of care at Nirmal Hriday and Missionaries of Charity.
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Kolkata
India
Mother Teresa
Calcutta
Bikash Ranjan Bhattacharya
Bhattacharya
Mother Teresa Presented It,” Bhattacharya
Pope Francis
Nirmal Hriday House
Renu Sarnakar
Sarnakar
Nirmal Hriday
Robin Fox
Kumar
Missionaries of Charity
Aroup Chatterjee
Britain
Chatterjee
Christopher Hitchens
San Diego
Reuters
Global Missionaries of Charity
Teresa
St. Peter's Square
Vatican City
Teresa sainthood crowds across India marking canonization
Across India prayer services and events hailed Teresa as a saint amid crowds at the Missionaries of Charity headquarters. President Mukherjee praised her as a messiah for the poor while the Nobel committee noted the order she founded cares for the destitute worldwide.
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Missionaries of Charity
Francis
India
Teresa
Pranab Mukherjee
Vatican
Obesity Trends and Health Disparities in Iowa
A 2015 Iowa report shows higher obesity rates among Blacks and Latinos than whites and higher rates in men than women. Experts urge better access to healthy foods and safe activities, with projections of rising diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease if trends continue. Emphasis on addressing childhood obesity to prevent long term health costs.
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Iowa
Mallya
Byways and Art Projects Highlight Iowa Scenic Routes
The Delaware Crossing Scenic Byway plans sculptures in Manchester and Delhi to attract visitors and photo opportunities. An eagle nest sculpture near North Fayette Valley Middle School complements interpretive panels along Iowa byways. Donations are being sought from Casey's stores and the public.
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Bob Sack
Manchester
Delaware Crossing
Sack
Byways
National Endowment For the Arts “Our Town
Marlatt
North Fayette Valley Middle School
Turkey River
Byway
Jared Nielsen
Byways of Iowa Foundation Board
Rod Marlatt
Fayette County Conservation Department
Iowa
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Bob Ford
Orlan
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