California farm labor shortage hits harvest pace
Across California and other states farmers report difficulty hiring enough workers for high value crops like grapes peppers apples and pears. Some laborers quit mid harvest chasing higher pay while growers face higher costs delays and reduced yields as farm wages rise above the $8 minimum.
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Diplomats hail new Iranian attitude in nuke talks
UNITED NATIONS and Western diplomats welcomed a new tone and apparent shift in Iran as talks on its disputed nuclear program moved forward. Iranian Foreign Minister Zarif said six powers and Iran agreed to fast track negotiations with aims to reach a deal within a year and hold new talks October 15 16 in Geneva. Kerry noted the change in tone but warned one meeting does not resolve concerns.
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Health law online sign up delayed amid glitches
Washington reports delays to employer sign ups for health care markets with full effect delayed to November and a Spanish language site rollout postponed by a few weeks. Latinos eligible for coverage number about 10 million with 4 million primarily Spanish speaking. Republicans push pause on the law as the delay complicates enrollment.
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Riots prompt Sudan army to seal Khartoum fuel sites
In Khartoum protests over fuel price hikes turn violent with at least 30 dead. Security forces deploy around gas stations and key installations while military units guard near the presidential palace and university road. Schools close as Friday protests loom after Islamic prayers. Diesel prices jump from eight to fourteen pounds per gallon following subsidy removal.
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Deal reached on Syria weapons resolution
United Nations Security Council members including the United States Russia Britain France and China reached agreement on a resolution to eliminate Syria's chemical weapons. Britain’s UN ambassador said he would present the text to the council’s non permanent members that night.
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