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Long Time Sublimity Volunteer Firefighter Dies

(Sublimity, Oregon) - It is with deep regret the Sublimity Fire District announces the death of long time volunteer firefighter Jerry Heater. Jerry passed away yesterday morning at Salem Hospital as a result of a heart attack.

Jerry just recently started his 52nd year in the fire service. Jerry started with Corvallis Fire and worked for Jefferson Fire District and Tualatin Rural Fire District (now Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue).

May Aung San Suu Kyi`s Light Shine on Tel Aviv and onto Berlin

(CLERMONT, Fla.) - Hours before her anticipated release scores of supporters gathered near the home of Nobel Peace Prize laureate pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi, hoping to see her in her first few minutes of freedom after seven years of house detention under Myanmar's ruling generals.

Aung San Suu Kyi swept to victory in the 1990 election by a landslide on top of the National League for Democracy party, but the military refused to hand over power and clamped down on opponents.

A United Iran Against a Collapsing Israel

From mass killing to illegal settlements, Israel continues illegal actions; this is what keeps them alive.

(TEHRAN) - As Israel moves toward greater international isolation due to its aggressive, belligerent policies, Iran is seeing wider support for its uncompromising resistance.

The world is witness to the growth of Iran's popularity while hatred and disgust against Israel builds up progressively.

Black History Month (Don Imus now Dr. Laura?)

People don't realize how significant this is to the present day.

(CLEVELAND) - Many Americans believe racial bigotry is a thing of the past; but an examination of very recent developments in the United States does not really support that theory. If America was healed from its racial past, the problems today would be very different.

Those who are not prejudiced and assume the same about others of their own race, do represent a significant part of the population. Ignorance may be bliss, but that is not what this country is really about.

Iranian President Honors Salem-News.com Writer Kourosh Ziabari

We extend our warmest congratulations to a writer who consistently educates our readers about the realities of Iran.

(TEHRAN) - A Salem-News.com writer who consistently generates thought provoking articles about Middle East affairs, Kourosh Ziabari in Tehran, was honored by his nation's President at a special event that honors youth achievement in Iran.

We are very happy to hear of this extremely significant honor paid to our dedicated multi-linguistic journalist, whose work always brings a side of the story to American news consumers, that they miss entirely with mainstream media.

VA Does the Unthinkable, Relaxing Official Federal Position on Medical Marijuana

Possibly the biggest news in the modern history of marijuana decriminalization.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The Veterans Administration (VA) is relaxing the rules for veterans who use medical marijuana in states where it is legal.

Experts and activists are calling the decision historic; it will certainly change the position of many vets currently receiving care, who until now have been restricted under VA rules, to dangerous morphine based drugs for treatment; pills that are both highly addictive, and deadly.

Foreskin Man Comic Book Takes on Male Circumcision

A new comic book from MGMbill.org pits Foreskin Man against the obsessed circumciser Dr. Mutilator.

(SAN DIEGO) - As comic book fans from around the world descend on this sun-drenched city to attend the 41st annual Comic-Con, San Diego's own MGMbill.org has launched a new 8-page comic book entitled Foreskin Man.

The comic spins the fictional tale of an intactivist superhero who attempts to rescue a young boy from being circumcised by his arch enemy Dr. Mutilator.

The Sleeping Giant

We preach to other countries about democracy and privileges to vote and we can’t even accomplish that here in Oregon, let alone the United States of America.

(BEND, Ore.) - On December 7, 1941 when the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor, one of their commanders had feared they had woken a sleeping giant.

Throughout history our servicemen and women have made the ultimate sacrifices for our freedoms and to protect our constitutional rights.

UN Makes Dream Come True for Gaza Children

“We love our people in Gaza and now we are seeing another civilisation, with different customs and cultures” - Nazim Salah, schoolboy from Gaza

(CAPE TOWN ) - A group of 10 boys left Green Point Stadium, disappointed that their team had lost their World Cup Last 16 match. But not too disappointed.

The schoolboys were from Gaza, and they were in South Africa as guests of the United Nations (UN). They won an academic contest and their reward was a five-day trip to see a match live at the World Cup – and the outside world.

Republic of Korea President to thank Korean War Veterans

A small token of thanks for those who fought the "Forgotten War" in Korea.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The President of the Republic of Korea is expressing gratitude to American Korean War veterans by sending them a personal letter recognizing their service and sacrifice.