Global Earth Observation System gains support in Tokyo
Washington analysts outline a 10 year plan to unite 46 nations and 26 international bodies into a single Earth Observation System. The project aims to monitor oceans and atmospheres to improve weather forecasts, cut oil spill risks, aid shipping and fisheries, and bolster developing economies.
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Insurance Myth in Kansas Bills Curb Malpractice Evidence
Letter to the editor criticizes Kansas Senate Bill 430 claiming it would limit evidence in medical malpractice cases under the guise of lowering nursing home liability costs. Cites a ten year trend of steady malpractice filings and WSJ notes on steady jury awards, contrasting with a rise in insurer profits by 89 percent from 2002 to 2003.
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Public Forum Voices on Insurance and Earth Day Parade Comments
A public forum discusses how investment income fuels insurer profits and how rate cycles affect premiums for high risk customers. Earth Day parade in Topeka draws crowd along Massachusetts Street with costumes and eco displays, followed by activities at South Park. Stacey White, Lawrence offers thanks to city staff KU students and participants for Earth Day efforts.
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Earth Day Parade Excites Young Paradegoer
A three year old woke up eager asking if today was the Earth Day Parade. He could hardly wait as crowds gathered for the event. Over 200 parade participants or attendees were counted as the morning began.
Shame on Bush for leading us into fear and distrust
Marilyn Roy condemns George W. Bush for invading Iraq and fear-driven policy. She rejects further speculation and places responsibility on the president, comparing the climate to the Red Scare and urging collective accountability.
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