Hagel cleared by Senate panel for defense secretary post
The Senate Armed Services Committee approved Chuck Hagel 14 to 11 to advance his candidacy to become defense secretary, amid GOP concerns on Israel and Iran. a full Senate vote could occur this week. The Violence Against Women Act was renewed 78 to 22, broadening protections for gays, immigrants, and American Indian women, sending the measure to a divided House. The Vatican announced Benedict XVI will retire fully, destroy his papal ring, and withdraw from public life, with no influence on his successor’s election.
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Salt cuts could save hundreds of thousands of lives
A study in the American Heart Association journal argues gradual salt reduction in foods could save about 500 000 Americans from premature death over ten years. A steeper drop to 2200 mg daily might raise lives saved to 850 000.
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France votes to legalize same sex marriage
The National Assembly approved a bill to legalize same sex marriage and allow adoption by same sex couples in a 329 to 229 vote. The measure moves to the Senate as France joins several nations in expanding marriage rights while facing opposition from religious conservatives.
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Stranded Carnival Triumph Passengers Shelter On Deck
Passengers on the disabled Carnival Triumph, towed toward Mobile, set up makeshift camps on decks due to heat and lack of running water. Reports say plastic bags are used for toilet needs while crew dispenses free alcohol amid overflowing toilets and limited food.
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Obama and Rubio Trade Blame After State of the Union Address
Obama calls for higher spending to fix roads and bridges, a higher minimum wage, and expanded early education while pledging no net deficit increase. Rubio counters that Washington should tax and borrow more. Bipartisan gestures appear, but Supreme Court conservatives skip the speech. The debate centers on entitlements and deficit reduction amid a divided Congress.
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