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news aggregatorObama: Time To Crack Down On Health Care FraudThe president denounced waste, inefficiency and downright fraud in the government's health care system on Wednesday as he sought to rally public support for his revamped overhaul plan. Categories: News
NY governor in hot water, 2nd-in-command steps upNEW YORK (Reuters) - With Governor David Paterson enveloped in scandal, New York's lieutenant governor is leading the notoriously difficult budget process and freeing up his boss to fight for his political life, experts say.
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NY governor in hot water, 2nd-in-command steps upNEW YORK (Reuters) - With Governor David Paterson enveloped in scandal, New York's lieutenant governor is leading the notoriously difficult budget process and freeing up his boss to fight for his political life, experts say.
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As Lice Grow Treatment-Resistant, Drug Could HelpLice in children has been treated for years with lotions, creams and shampoos. But the little critters are becoming more and more resistant. Now an oral drug already used to treat certain parasites in people appears to kill lice as well. Researchers say it could be an alternative when standard treatments fail. » E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us Categories: News
Arab League Considers Dropping Support For TalksThe league's peace initiative committee said if Israel pursues new settlement building in east Jerusalem, the proposed indirect talks between Israel and the Palestinians would be irrelevant. A final decision on whether to support the process must be made by the foreign ministers of the Arab nations. Categories: News
In Overhaul, Obama Would Hike Medicare Taxes On WealthyIf President Obama's proposal to apply a Medicare levy to investment income had been in place in 2008, the Obamas would have paid roughly $75,000 more in taxes that year. Categories: News
'Jihad Jane' Creates A Calamity For Law OfficialsIn online chat rooms, she called herself "Jihad Jane." Her real name is Colleen LaRose. And she represents law enforcement's worst nightmare. As a petite, 46-year-old blonde from the leafy suburbs of Philadelphia, she is what investigators worry is the new face of terrorism. » E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us Categories: News
Torii Hunter says black Latino players are 'impostors'Angels outfielder Torii Hunter said that black Latin players are impostors when it comes to the number of African-American players.
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Obama: Challenge To Prevent Second Disaster In HaitiMasses of people are without shelter as the rainy season begins in the earthquake-devastated country. After a meeting at the White House with Haitian President Rene Preval, Obama said the situation remains dire and renewed America's commitment to the country's recovery and reconstruction. Categories: News
The Novice EffectThe conventional wisdom says that in the best of circumstances, a male beginner weight trainee cannot hope to gain more than a maximum of 2 pounds of muscle per month. Enter Mark Rippetoe, author and gym owner, and his 20-year-old trainee Zach Evetts. Zach gained 2.84 pounds of muscle a week. In his article "The Novice Effect," (PDF) Rippetoe explains Zach's results and why they're not surprising.
In the course of increasing his bodyweight from 162# to 242# in less than a year of training, Zach has increased his squat from 145# x 5 to 345# x 5. Zach's progress was met with some skepticism, notably from author Lyle McDonald. In response, Rippetoe posted 2 videos of Zach's latest workout, squatting 320# 5x5. Categories: Linkage
Video Games Hit Former NCAA Stars' Sore SpotEd O'Bannon and Sam Keller are involved in two class-action lawsuits against the NCAA and Electronic Arts Sports, so they're trying to make their pain palpable — to the point that it's measurable in dollars. And the cases prompt a question: does an avatar have rights? Categories: News
Budget Deficit Of $220B Sets Record In FebruaryThe Treasury Department said Wednesday that the February deficit was 14 percent higher than the previous record set in February of last year. The administration says the huge deficits are necessary to get the country out of the deepest recession since the 1930s. Categories: News
No Terrell Owens in Cincy? Cincinnati Bengals add WR Antonio BryantWide receiver Antonio Bryant has agreed to four-year deal with Cincinnati Bengals, his agent, Patrick Brougham, told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter on Wednesday.
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Marriage: a brief lesson in database designA database engineer considers marriage. Starts with heterosexual monogamy and eventually produces a schema that can handle...well, some interesting arrangements.
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Pittsburgh Penguins' Matt Cooke will not be suspended for hit to head of Boston Bruins' Marc SavardPittsburgh Penguins winger Matt Cooke has escaped suspension for a hit that knocked out center Marc Savard of the Boston Bruins.
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U.S. says hikers detained in Iran call familiesWASHINGTON (Reuters) - Three American detained in Iran last year and accused of spying have been allowed to telephone their families, although formal consular access has not been granted, the U.S. State Department said on Wednesday.
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U.S. says hikers detained in Iran call familiesWASHINGTON (Reuters) - Three American detained in Iran last year and accused of spying have been allowed to telephone their families, although formal consular access has not been granted, the U.S. State Department said on Wednesday.
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Senate Approves Measure To Extend Jobless BenefitsThe legislation would give months of continued jobless checks to people who have been out of work for more than half a year and help the unemployed pay for health insurance. The 62-36 vote came over protests from conservatives who say the bill adds too much to the $12.5 trillion national debt. Categories: News
For Biden, A Case Of Heartburn In The Holy LandIsrael's announcement of plans to build new homes for Israelis in east Jerusalem caught visiting U.S. Vice President Joe Biden by surprise. Analysts say the incident is a stark reminder of the many obstacles to forging enduring peace between Palestinians and Israelis. » E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us Categories: News
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