US death toll in Iraq tops 1000. 1003 Americans killed
The AP reports 1003 US military deaths in Iraq as of Tuesday amid intensified insurgent attacks in Baghdad. Three civilians also died, two with the Army and one with the Air Force, raising the total. Defense Secretary Rumsfeld touts progress while warning enemies not to misread American resolve.
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Iowa legislature approves package to boost economy
Iowa lawmakers approved a bipartisan economic growth package aimed at aiding existing businesses and attracting new ones after partisan flare ups. House Speaker Christopher Rants praised the compromise, and Gov. Tom Vilsack signed the twin bills shortly after adjournment, saying the green flag is out to move forward.
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Legislative package funds economic growth and tax relief
The 80th General Assembly approved a one day special session package with $100 million for economic development commitments. It eliminates the unemployment insurance surcharge saving $16.3 million over three years and grants existing businesses a $70 million tax depreciation break. The measures revise the state workers compensation law and earmark federal stimulus money for jobs.
Record $422 Billion Deficit Projected for Election Year
The Congressional Budget Office projects the federal deficit will reach a record 422 billion dollars this election year, with the gap narrowing to 348 billion next year. The forecast, released Tuesday, feeds partisan debate as lawmakers seek policy positions amid the deficit outlook.
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Budget gap worsens for fourth straight year cites CBO data
The Net Congressional Budget Office notes last year's $375 billion deficit record as projections echo on the campaign trail. Democrats criticize President Bush for the ongoing budget decline, linking the deficit to 900000 jobs as of page 6A.
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Faculty learn about foreign cultures through workshops
At Old Dominion University, receptionists learned that Middle Eastern students speak loudly and stand close due to cultural norms. Scott King recounts how dialogue helped staff adapt to international students, improving service for 2,100 learners.
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CAREERS Nurses take their act on the road for better pay
Nurse Jessica Klein left a Dubuque hospital job at 12 dollars an hour to join a traveling nurse agency. She secured a position at University Hospitals in Iowa City and saw pay triple. Young nurses with fewer ties also travel for higher earnings, as agencies match experienced nurses with hospitals in need.
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Travel nursing offers flexibility and benefits for workers
Hospitals hire traveling nurses for staffing gaps and leaves, with three month contracts and full benefits. Sarah Shaffer, a 27 year old surgical nurse from Cedar Rapids, recently returned from a travel assignment in Wilmington Delaware, highlighting living expense coverage and agency support.
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