New federal lunch rules push whole grains and fruits schoolwide
The Agriculture Department proposes major changes to subsidized school meals, aiming to curb calories and sodium, ban most trans fats, and require more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low fat milk. The plan could affect over 32 million children though final rules may take years.
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Obama consoles nation in Arizona memorial address
President Obama urged Americans to become better people and heal divisions after the Tucson shooting that killed six and wounded 13. He spoke at the University of Arizona arena after visiting Rep. Gabrielle Giffords in hospital and praised the responders and victims while stressing compassionate action.
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Haiti mourns quake dead as nation seeks resilience
Port au Prince marked the January 12, 2010 disaster with solemn processions and a memorial Mass at a ruined cathedral. Government tallies death toll at over 316,000, while mourners share grief for lost relatives and livelihoods amid collapsed buildings and ongoing hardship.
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Asthma rate in U S rises to about 8.2 percent
Federal health officials report about 8.2 percent of Americans, or nearly 25 million people, had asthma in a 2009 national survey of 40 000 individuals. The rate, up from just under 8 percent, may reflect better diagnosis and changes in the disease burden across demographics.
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Idaho Woman Claims Mega Millions Prize Half Share
Holly Lahti of Rathdrum Idaho, a 29 year old mother of two, claimed the remaining half of a 380 million Mega Millions jackpot. She will split the second largest lottery prize with Jim and Carolyn McCullar of Ephrata Washington who announced their $190 million win at a news conference last Thursday.
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