Tsunami toll tops 22000 after massive Sumatra quake
Our View calls the 9.0 magnitude undersea quake off Sumatra the world's largest in 40 years. It triggered a deadly Indian Ocean tsunami that killed thousands, left millions homeless, and exposed gaps in regional warning systems and international cooperation.
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India
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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Tsunami memories and Ukrainian election chatter
Eyewitness SUSI from Patong Beach recalls the tsunami surge after the earthquake as bystanders watched the sea retreat and return. Ukrainian opposition leader Viktor Yushchenko proclaims victory in Kiev with supporters in Independence Square, while Viktor Yanukovych warns of a strong opposition. Homeland Security voices describe the scramble to fill analyst gaps and seek capable personnel.
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Readers invited to send feedback to The Telegram
The Telegram invites reader feedback by email fax or phone with Attn Editor at 310 N Seventh St Garden City Kansas 67846 The notice lists contact options and extension details for submissions and responses.
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First Amendment text cited as basic rights
The passage outlines the First Amendment freedoms including religion speech press and assembly. It emphasizes protection of citizens to petition government for grievances and to exercise these rights without government interference.
Reader Mail Reactions on Immigration and US Attitudes
A Reader Mail recap shows mixed responses to Americans considering moving to Canada after Kerry’s loss. Letters defend immigration opportunity, condemn xenophobia, and debate illegal versus legal immigration while critiquing censorship and political tribalism. Strong voices include Cuban Americans and readers across parties.
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Missouri abortion debate exposed by Stinnett case
Discussion centers on Lisa Montgomery's murder of Stacy Stinnett and removal of an unborn child in Missouri. The piece contrasts how media and law label the fetus as baby or infant, notes the Unborn Victims of Violence Act, Roe v Wade tensions, and cites expert commentary on violence against pregnant women and pro choice ethics.
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Post
Jack Levin
Northeastern University
the Post
Bill Clinton
Mixed lists and word notes fill a holiday column
A reflective year end column blends gifts notes recipes and addresses with word curiosities and social bits. It mentions Christmas letters visioneering adults and new words like adultescent rejuvenile along with a dust bunny joke and a holiday misdial ending with a Christmas greeting.
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