Marriage rates slide toward record lows across US
A Pew Research Center analysis of Census data shows 51 percent of adults are married, with declines among the 18 to 29 age group and 5 percent fewer marriages in 2009 to 2010. The trend mirrors other advanced economies and crosses economic cycles.
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Defense bill passes House in bipartisan 283 136 vote
The House approved a 662 billion defense bill after last minute changes placating the White House. It preserves Obama’s ability to prosecute terrorist suspects in civilian courts and funds military forces, weapons, and jobs. The Senate's expected quick passage would send it to Obama.
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State of the Union address set for Jan. 24
President Barack Obama will deliver the state of the union on January 24, launching his re election bid as Republicans decide on their nominee. House Speaker John Boehner invited him to speak to a joint session of Congress, and the White House accepted.
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Violence across Syria kills at least 25 including eight soldiers
Activists reported 25 dead across Syria on Wednesday after government forces destroyed a civilian car and army defectors ambushed troops in retaliation. Eight soldiers were among the dead.
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Satellite snaps photo of China's first aircraft carrier
DigitalGlobe Inc says its satellite captured an image of China's first aircraft carrier in the Yellow Sea on Dec. 8. The photo location and date led analyst Stephen Wood to confirm the ship as the carrier during its second sea trial. Pentagon did not comment.
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Obama health law cuts uninsured for young adults
The Obama administration reports 2.5 million fewer uninsured aged 19 to 25 since the health care overhaul took effect, a 22 fold revision from earlier estimates. The provision allowing dependent coverage until age 26 is credited with expanded access, though broader uninsured rates for 26 to 35 remain. Kathine Sebelius notes the change helped graduates gain coverage as they enter work.
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One in four U.S. women victims of domestic violence
Atlanta AP reports that government surveys show 1 in 4 women say they were violently attacked by husbands or boyfriends. Experts note the figures may reflect survey wording and context, with a government official calling the results astounding.
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