GAO finds $135 billion in Medicare improper payments
The GAO report shows $135 billion of Medicare's $171 billion budget was lost to improper claims last year. Improper payments rose from $12.6 billion in 1998 but improved versus 1997's $20.3 billion. HHS and Clinton plans aim to track and halt such payments. Josh Gotbaum praises the turnaround. Thomas Schatz urges immediate action. Nine agencies reported $19.1 billion in improper payments last year.
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Schools torn over banned books list and parental concerns
The American Library Association notes rising challenges to titles like The Harry Potter series and The Catcher in the Rye. Critics cite witchcraft, sexuality, profanity, and mature themes, while opponents argue they undermine values and age appropriateness.
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Safe Haven Law Awareness Gaps Fuel Baby Abandonments
Debbe Magnusen of Project Cuddle says many at risk mothers are emotionally unstable and fear losing other children, hindering use of safe haven options. State officials report multiple abandoned infants nationwide, with Social Services planning to publicize the law to improve awareness and response.
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New York
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Exit exam scores rise as SC students improve
At Silver Bluff High 86.4 percent passed math, 89 percent reading, and 926 percent writing. Public high school students must pass all three sections to qualify for a diploma. The exit exam began in 1986, with retake options in later grades. State Superintendent Inez Tenenbaum calls progress encouraging as scores rise across exams and a tougher 10th grade exit test is planned for 2008.
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Ford and Bridgestone Firestone feud over recall details
Ford and Bridgestone Firestone clash over withheld information on tire failures linked to 6.5 million recalls. Nasser cites Firestone data showing early tread separation patterns since 1998, while Firestone claims no communication. Amid congressional hearings and 88 deaths, Firestone offers free replacements or up to 140 per tire reimbursement for competitors' models as lawsuits loom.
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