Judge Tosses Weight Gain Lawsuit Against McDonald's
A New York City case by overweight children against two McDonald’s restaurants was dismissed by U S District Judge Robert Sweet who said the plaintiffs failed to prove they did not know fast food could be unhealthy. The decision noted personal responsibility and left open refiling if dangers from fast food could be shown. A separate report linked fast food to possible addiction via brain chemistry, but experts also cite larger portions and willpower as key factors in weight gain.
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State officials contact details for Kansas leaders
The record lists contact rooms in the State Capitol for State Senator Robert Tyson in Topeka and State Representative Tom Holland, with stated offices and phone numbers. It includes room numbers 128.5 and 284-W, and domain references for the senators and representatives.
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Wellsville schools build life skills through character program
Denise O'Dea, superintendent, highlights a two and a half year Character Trait Program guided by elementary counselor Barbara DeSpain and supported by the Wellsville PTO and staff. Each month teaches a trait such as respect, cooperation, or responsibility via lessons and assemblies to reinforce daily in class and at home.
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Strange War Critique Of US Iraq Policy In Letter
A reader questions Roy Shannon and Tom Friedman style predictions on how invading Iraq and imposing democracy by force could alter Arab terrorism. The piece argues the war risks greater terrorism and diplomatic botchery, noting global fear of the Bush doctrine and doubts about postwar outcomes.
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Anger at White House as War for Global Dominance Debate Grows
The speaker condemns the administration as an “angel of darkness” and questions US intentions in a broad conflict. He rejects hollow rhetoric and calls for sober righteousness, challenging leaders and commentators alike to show true resolve.
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Red Cross Blood Drive Salutes 104 Donors and 88 Pints
The American Red Cross thanks 104 donors for the blood drive and notes 88 pints collected. Each pint yields three components, potentially helping as many as 264 patients. Appreciation goes to all volunteers and participants for supporting the life saving effort.
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Let diplomacy work in Iraq conflict debate
A reader urges pursuing diplomacy and allowing UN inspectors to work to avoid war. The letter notes Iraqi women and children facing harm and questions why the Right to Life stance does not apply to them, urging restraint before military action.
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Bond Issue Verdict Reflects Middle School Opinion
A reader argues the defeat of the bond issue stemmed from voters preferring a new middle school. He notes earlier assurances about wind damage to the old school and the old building’s continued presence despite plans for removal, seeing broad voter agreement.
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