Obama nominates Garland to Supreme Court in election clash
President Barack Obama named Merrick Garland an appeals court judge for the Supreme Court. He urged a full Senate hearing and vote, while Republicans vow to deny any nominee this year, arguing the seat should wait for the next president. Obama warned the court’s integrity is at stake and urged Senators to act straight.
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More Than 12 Punished for Afghan Hospital Strike
U S defense officials say more than a dozen military personnel were disciplined for the October 3 2015 bombing of a Doctors Without Borders hospital in Afghanistan. No criminal charges were filed. Punishments are largely administrative and could halt further promotions. Officials spoke on condition of anonymity as results near public release in a partially redacted report.
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Subway safety shutdown disrupts Washington metro day
Washington faced a 29 hour Metro safety shutdown for a system wide third rail inspection after a Monday electrical fire. Hundreds of thousands were inconvenienced yet riders largely shrugged it off as routine. A Twitter poll by unsuckdemet ro showed more than 75 percent believed the shutdown would not fix Metro's cable problems.
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Court allows second death sentence for inmate who survived 2009 attempt
Ohio Supreme Court rules 4-3 that the state may retry execution of Romell Broom, who survived a 2009 failed attempt after 18 needle sticks. Justices say double jeopardy and cruel punishment arguments fail, while prosecutors note no drugs entered his veins. Activists urge commutation. federal appeals loom, and Ohio has over two dozen inmates with dates but no lethal drugs.
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Fed keeps rates steady as hikes trimmed for 2016
The Federal Reserve held its key rate unchanged and signaled fewer increases in 2016, forecasting two modest hikes instead of four. Officials cited moderate growth but global risks, while predicting stronger job markets and inflation returning to 2 percent within two to three years. Dow rose 74 points as markets welcomed the slower pace.
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Athens County Disability Awareness Festival highlights inclusivity
The Athens County Disability Awareness Festival, a 12 year Athens staple hosted by the ACBDD, showcased artist Scott Brooks of Passion Works, awarded Quidel for Organization of the Year, and celebrated self-advocates Noah Trembley and Dara Walburn. New resource F.A.N.s was introduced to boost friendship and community inclusion with dozens on waiting lists.
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Overlooked tax deductions you may qualify for
As tax day nears, consider charitable supplies and uniforms, job hunt costs, moving expenses for new jobs or first positions after college, and education credits like the American Opportunity Tax Credit. Explore IRS rules or consult a professional to verify eligibility.
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