Disneyland measles outbreak links point to the Philippines
California health officials pursue origins of a Disneyland measles outbreak with lab tests showing the virus shares genetic material with strains common in the Philippines. The Philippines reports over 50 000 cases and 110 deaths in the past year.
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White House accuses Israel of cherry-picking leaks on Iran talks
The United States accuses Israel of distorting its Iran nuclear talks stance through selective leaks ahead of a controversial visit by Israel's prime minister. White House spokesman Josh Earnest framed the leaks as cherry-picking.
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Ukraine appeals for international peacekeeping amid Debaltseve siege
Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko urged a UN or EU police mission to halt gains by pro-Russian rebels in eastern Ukraine after a chaotic retreat from Debaltseve. He warned any ground force would harden lines but could stop rebels from advancing toward Kyiv. EU sanctions and possible NATO involvement loom as violence eases elsewhere in the region.
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Obama pushes secular framing at extremism conference
At a Washington extremism conference, President Obama and aides avoid labeling Islamic extremism as a religious issue. Muslim leaders urge careful terminology to prevent alienating communities while foreign and domestic participants discuss preventing radicalization. Obama planned two addresses to community and foreign leaders from 60 plus nations.
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White House names Secret Service director
President Obama named Joseph Clancy as the new head of the Secret Service after a string of security lapses that prompted leadership changes. Clancy, a 27 year veteran who helped guard three presidents, has led the agency on an interim basis for four months after Julia Pierson exited in October. The decision followed an independent panel’s call for outside leadership and sparked mixed reactions from lawmakers.
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Enrollment Near 9.1 Million Target for ACA Coverage
Health official Sylvia Burwell expressed optimism that 9.1 million Americans would enroll in Obamacare coverage by year end. More than 11.4 million selected or re enrolled during the three month marketplace period ending last Sunday, though numbers may shrink to 9.1 million as policies lapse. Enrollment extensions now apply for about 150,000 in line and for state marketplaces extending deadlines for incomplete applications.
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