Iowa Legislature Reinstates Growth Package Without Values Fund
Republicans preserve a 100.7 million special account to cover 57 million in Values Fund commitments and offer incentives through this year while Democrats oppose the short term plan. The vote closes a rocky session aimed at spurring job growth and addressing workers compensation changes.
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Kerry Kerry slams deficit as 422 billion forecast rises taxes
The article notes a 422 billion deficit forecast described as the largest in history unadjusted for inflation, with Kerry calling the course wrong. Republicans say the deficit is improving and evidence of growth from Bush tax relief, while Democrats warn of unsustainable levels and future costs.
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Iraq toll reaches 1000 U S deaths in Iraq war surge
Kerry mourning the toll as U S casualties top 1,003 since March 2003. Most deaths occurred after May 1 2003 as fighting persists in Fallujah and Najaf. Attacks include roadside bombs and clashes with militia tied to Muqtada al Sadr. Italian aid group office stormed. two Italian women kidnapped.
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UI workshop series helps faculty serve international students
UI staff launched summer workshops to aid faculty and staff in assisting international students. Topics include immigration laws and cross cultural misunderstandings, with sessions filled or filling quickly. Speakers note differences in communication styles, education views, and professor student dynamics across cultures.
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Helen Jameson
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Prem Ramakrishnan
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Dau-Shen Ju
Taiwan
Travel nurses in demand shrink as local hospitals cut travelers
Hospitals still need temporary nurses but offset costs by hiring fewer travelers. Agencies charge 50 to 75 dollars an hour while Mercy Medical Center Cedar Rapids reported 16 travelers in 2000-01 but none later. University Hospitals peaked at 202 travelers in 2003, dropping to 37 by July.
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Cedar Rapids
University Hospitals
Guantanamo panel reviews case of young prisoners
A Pentagon panel at Guantanamo Bay reviewed the case of a 17-year-old accused of training with al Qaida in Afghanistan and planting mines before allegedly throwing a grenade that killed a U S soldier. An 18-year-old accused of firing on U S forces also appeared. Both have been held over two years without charges.
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