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May He Rest in Peace

27 Dec, 2006 – 15:15

Former US President Gerald Ford has died. Probably the best US President in my memory…

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Momma Bear has passed away.

26 Oct, 2005 – 19:44

Heather Bare, known here as Momma Bear (and by other names elsewhere), passed away today. It wasn’t unexpected, but it is still the last news I wanted to hear. I don’t post emotions well, especially when I’m leaking tears, so please pardon this post. The blog is now shades of grey - this [...]

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By Kathy Kinsley | Comments (35)

Damn.

3 Aug, 2005 – 08:12

American journalist found shot dead in Basra
BAGHDAD, Iraq - An American freelance journalist was found dead in the southern Iraqi city of Basra, the U.S. Embassy said Wednesday.
Police said Steven Vincent had been shot multiple times after he and his Iraqi translator were abducted at gunpoint hours earlier.
“I can confirm to you that officials in [...]

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By Kathy Kinsley | Also posted in Terrorism news | Comments (1)

The Pope Blog

2 Apr, 2005 – 13:14

Via BuzzMachine, we have The Pope Blog, which is following updates on The Pope’s health very closely. If you are at work with no radio or tv and want updates, this looks like a good one. Check out the Buzz Machine link too, he has a large roundup of links to coverage and [...]

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By Kathy Kinsley | Also posted in Culture, Religion | Comments (1)

A loss indeed.

18 Mar, 2005 – 05:51

Science fiction author Andre Norton dies
Science fiction and fantasy author Andre Norton, who wrote the popular “Witch World” series, has died. She was 93.
Her death was announced by friend Jean Rabe, who said Norton died Thursday of congestive heart failure at her home in Murfreesboro, a Nashville suburb.
Norton requested before her death [...]

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By Kathy Kinsley | Also posted in Geek moments | Comments (1)