Gruber apologizes at House hearing over ACA comments
MIT professor Jonathan Gruber apologized to the House Oversight Committee for controversial remarks about the Affordable Care Act saying his arrogance is not a flaw in the ACA. He defended the law as a milestone that has provided millions with health insurance.
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Supreme Court limits pay for post shift security searches
The Supreme Court ruled unanimously that workers do not have a federal right to be paid for time spent in post shift security searches at Amazon facilities. The decision bars lawsuits seeking more than $100 million and narrows the reach of federal wage laws for warehouse staff.
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Hong Kong protesters endure as police prepare clearance
Hundreds of tents and a yellow banner reading We ll Be Back remained near the government headquarters in Admiralty as authorities planned a Thursday clearance after months of road blockades and clashes. Kenneth Kan said protesters aim to show unity and their demand for full democracy under Beijing rule.
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Iraqi leaders press Hagel for more airstrikes and weapons
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider Abadi told Defense Secretary Hagel in Baghdad that local forces seek increased airstrikes and more American weaponry to combat Islamic State militants. Abadi noted ground gains but urged greater air power as U.S. airstrikes total about 600 since August and weapons shipments continue.
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Evacuation credited as Hagupit spares greater Philippine toll
Officials credited a large evacuation effort for limiting deaths as Typhoon Hagupit weakened to a tropical storm crossing the Philippines. The disaster agency logged eight deaths, 151 injured, and agriculture losses surpassing 23 million dollars while 1.7 million sought refuge in evacuation centers.
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