Island of Shame highlights Diego Garcia expulsions and UK US roles
The piece discusses the forced removal of Chagossians from Diego Garcia in the 1960s and 70s to make way for a U.S. military base. It cites David Vine's book and HuffPost article, detailing secret agreements, illegal deportations, migrant labors, and lack of compensation, with legal rulings and U.S. administration reactions noted.
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U.S
David Vine
American University
Vine
Huffington Post
Diego Garcia
Chagos Archipelago
Indian Ocean
CIA
Gram
Great Britain
Chagos Islands
Britain
Chagos
Mauritius
British Indian Ocean
Supreme Court of the
United Kingdom
European Court of Human Rights
Obama
White House
Sheldon Richman
Future of Freedom Foundation
Fairfax
Fff.org
No to GMOs protests sweep Memorial Day weekend
About 2 million people joined protests against Monsanto during Memorial Day weekend in 436 cities across 52 countries. Organizer Tami Canal said the actions aimed to raise awareness of hazards from genetically modified foods and their widespread use in U.S. agriculture and processed goods.
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Monsanto
Tami Canal
U.S
the Tribune
Food and Drug Administration
Obama
Alliance For Natural Health USA
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Nation must do better for veterans backlogged disability claims
Editorial urges swift VA action to end the backlog harming veterans. It notes average first-time claim processing exceeding 300 days, with some awaiting 800 to over 1,000 days. Points to 875,000 veterans waiting, 10,000 workers overtime, and mental health concerns among Iraq and Afghanistan veterans. Calls for honoring service with prompt disability decisions.
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America
Veterans Administration
Eric Shinseki
Barack Obama
U.S
Shinseki
Afghanistan
Iraq
Harvard University
Travel Tips for Patients with Chronic Conditions Abroad
Advice from a medical columnist prompts readers to consult their doctor before international travel. Consider how diabetes or other conditions may be affected by changes in diet and activity. Check vaccination and preventive medication needs with the CDC and health professionals.
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Centers For Disease Control and Prevention
Travel health tips to pack and prepare for trips
Advice from Dr K on getting vaccines 4 to 6 weeks before travel and packing medications. Carry prescriptions in carry on, keep a doctor note for implanted devices, and have a list of meds with generic and brand names. Also include emergency contacts, foreign doctors lists, insurance checks, and a stocked checked bag with basic remedies.
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CDC
Cdc.gov
TSA
International Association For Medical Assistance
U.S
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Chuck Norris
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