Obama budget proposes $478 billion public works plan
The 2016 budget blueprint calls for a $478 billion public works program for highways bridges and transit upgrades funded by higher taxes on wealthy individuals and corporations. It projects a $474 billion deficit for the year and mirrors themes from the State of the Union while Republicans push back across chambers.
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Officials meet to address safety after aviation calamities
Government and aviation officials from dozens of countries gather in Montreal for a high level ICAO conference. They seek consensus on keeping airlines safe after Malaysia Airlines disappearances and the Ukraine shoot down, including plans for a global risk database and broader warnings beyond national airspaces.
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Dutch protests on flight safety amid Malaysia Airlines tragedy
Aviation safety officials warned flights over Pakistan could face terrorist threats. Ukraine urged overflight restrictions above 32 000 feet. The Malaysia Airlines jet was hit at 33 000 feet en route from the Netherlands to Kuala Lumpur with 298 aboard, mostly Dutch. Netherlands seeks passenger notice before takeoff if routes cross conflict zones, while ICAO database balance is favored by others. Disagreements extend to public release, data screening, and handling inaccuracies.
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Culturally Sensitive Palliative Care Gains Ground
Pilar Alcantara found hope in a Portland nonprofit that blends cultural beliefs with palliative care to improve comfort and quality of life. The model, used by Familias on Acción, emphasizes patient well being, communication, and symptom relief. Doctors say it could transform the traditional health care system and lower costs.
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Mexico
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Portland
Seattle
California
Woody English
Providence Health and Services
Regulators prepare rules on payday loans
Federal regulators move to craft the first ever rules for payday lending under the 2010 Dodd-Frank act. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau cites state law gaps and seeks fuller disclosures of high interest and fees, often APY 300 percent or more, to curb debt cycles for cash strapped borrowers.
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