Democrats push ahead on Obama health care overhaul
Democrats pressed to revive Obama's stalled health care legislation. Obama outlined a future strategy and openness to Republican ideas, while some retiring Democrats indicated readiness to reconsider. The outcome hinges on House votes with limited GOP support and broad budget concerns.
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U S rice floods Haiti hurting local farmers in quake era
In Pond-Sonde Haiti farmers protest cheap subsidized U S rice after the January 12 quake. Donated rice has undercut local prices, threatening a farming economy already damaged by environmental decline and disrupted harvests. Aid aims to boost seeds irrigation and diversification, but experts call for systemic agricultural reform.
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Paterson abandons bid for full NY governor term
New York Governor David Paterson ends his bid for re election amid Democratic criticism of his agenda and a domestic abuse case involving aide David Johnson. He vows to serve out his term and pursue a criminal review into the administration while denying any abuse of office. Andrew Cuomo accelerated to the Democratic nomination as a result.
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6.9 magnitude Japan quake rattles Okinawa coast
A 6.9 quake struck off Okinawa early morning sending a brief tsunami warning that was lifted after only minor tide swells. No major damage or casualties reported beyond broken pipes in two locations. town official Ryota Ueno described a long shake and rapid response by local staff.
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