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Ports Authority cleared in worker's death
8/28/2008 6:01 PM -
Democrat Conley rebuked for criticizing own party members
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Three top editors to leave Gazette
8/28/2008 6:00 PM -
Iraqi war veteran beaten to death
8/28/2008 6:00 PM -
Trooper gets radio logs for defense
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S.C. Rep. says U.S. needs diplomacy
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Woman shoots self while in hospital
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Judge to allow cameras for murder sentencing
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Public defender to handle fraud appeal
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$30M tourist attractions planned for S.C. Upstate
8/27/2008 8:12 PM
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Gazebo is getting makeover
8/29/2008 12:09 AM
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Mother, daughter design kids clothing
8/28/2008 10:09 PM
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Names and Notes for Aug. 29
8/28/2008 10:39 PM
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Students need to be aware of hard work necessary to succeed
8/28/2008 8:18 PM
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Knights recognized for work
8/28/2008 8:18 PM
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Oasis Church to open center giving hope during dire times
8/28/2008 8:18 PM
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Religion briefs
8/28/2008 8:53 PM
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Rising ocean level could cost S.C. billions in infrastructure
8/28/2008 9:04 PM
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Troopers encourage Labor Day pit stops
8/28/2008 8:12 PM
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Museum to hold book signing
8/28/2008 8:18 PM
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Chase video scheduled to be released
8/27/2008 8:57 PM
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Area leaders examine the State of the County
8/27/2008 9:28 PM
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Mounted Patrol plays important role in city
8/27/2008 8:57 PM
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Cub Scouting adventures begin tonight with sign-ups at Weeks Activities Center
8/27/2008 8:57 PM
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Threat of severe weather from tropical depression passes
8/27/2008 8:57 PM
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Third-party candidate Baldwin campaigns in Aiken
8/27/2008 7:41 PM
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Ryberg: Intent of law was violated
8/27/2008 7:41 PM
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Embers bring beach music Friday
8/27/2008 7:41 PM
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Concert will support scholarships, bring relief to USC Aiken students
8/27/2008 7:41 PM
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Scouts looking for new members
8/27/2008 8:30 AM
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Troopers reach out past state borders
8/26/2008 9:07 PM
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City man charged with gun violations
8/26/2008 9:07 PM
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Bridgestone celebrates first decade
8/26/2008 9:12 PM
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South Aiken, Aiken seniors exceed national SAT averages
8/26/2008 9:13 PM
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Schools roll out red carpet awards
8/26/2008 9:13 PM
Myanmar relief going nowhere
5/10/2008 12:33 AM
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With nearly 1 million people without homes and wondering when food and medical attention will come, Myanmar is in a desperate situation.
The nation formerly known as Burma was hit by a deadly typhoon that killed thousands of citizens outright in some of the low-lying areas on the coast. Hundreds of thousands more are in need of relief supplies of food, clothing and medical provisions so that what has already been a disaster will not turn into a catastrophe of epic proportions.
That makes reasonable people wonder why Myanmar's leaders have been reluctant to allow foreign airplanes laden with tons of supplies for the survivors to land on the nation's soil. Planes have been in nearby Thailand waiting for clearance to fly into Myanmar with relief supplies.
It is unconscionable that the leaders of a nation will not accept the help of generous people around the world to bring assistance to victims of the typhoon. Political disagreements notwithstanding, one of the primary concerns of a government should be the welfare of its citizens.
Myanmar citizens are in need. Help is available. All that Myanmar's leaders have to do is give a nod of approval and assistance will come flooding in and lives will be saved. Requiring relief workers to jump through hoops to help those in desperate need is the height of arrogance and shows complete disregard for the people.
5/10/2008 12:33 AM
0 comment(s) on this story E-mail this story to a friendWith nearly 1 million people without homes and wondering when food and medical attention will come, Myanmar is in a desperate situation.
The nation formerly known as Burma was hit by a deadly typhoon that killed thousands of citizens outright in some of the low-lying areas on the coast. Hundreds of thousands more are in need of relief supplies of food, clothing and medical provisions so that what has already been a disaster will not turn into a catastrophe of epic proportions.
That makes reasonable people wonder why Myanmar's leaders have been reluctant to allow foreign airplanes laden with tons of supplies for the survivors to land on the nation's soil. Planes have been in nearby Thailand waiting for clearance to fly into Myanmar with relief supplies.
It is unconscionable that the leaders of a nation will not accept the help of generous people around the world to bring assistance to victims of the typhoon. Political disagreements notwithstanding, one of the primary concerns of a government should be the welfare of its citizens.
Myanmar citizens are in need. Help is available. All that Myanmar's leaders have to do is give a nod of approval and assistance will come flooding in and lives will be saved. Requiring relief workers to jump through hoops to help those in desperate need is the height of arrogance and shows complete disregard for the people.
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