Government waste study highlights billions in misspent funds
A Kennedy era overview notes waste in a $90 billion federal payroll with 2.5 million civilian workers. GAO audits found hundreds of millions in avoidable costs including surplus stockpiles, duplicated purchases, and idle personnel, with lawmakers arguing about foreign aid and defense spending.
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World Briefs Mixed Short News Items From Around The Globe
A NY woman reports a taxi driver refused a tip for a ride to church saying he would give the tip to God. In New Guinea 600 Papuans fled toward Australia fearing unemployment as Indonesia takes over, while the UN acts as interim ruler. Soviet scientists claim inner moon layers reach about 1832 degrees Fahrenheit. Maps may name Nunassiaq for eastern Northwest Territories, Canada. Sweden tags civilians for civil defense with name, blood type, and ID. Reports cover treasury bonds, forest land sales, and a GAO critique of Congress abuses and waste including pricey subway car wheels worth $20,000 to replace.
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State Department to Open Miami Office for Cuba Programs
The U S State Department will open an office in Miami to coordinate government programs involving Cuba. The move aims to streamline policy administration and outreach related to Cuban affairs.
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Smog Color in Los Angeles Seen Like Bourbon by Expert
Berkeley California AP report states Dr Philip Leighton a Stanford emeritus professor of chemistry predicts LA smog will resemble bourbon in the 1980s as car exhaust increases. He demonstrated a glass cell with air his team projects two parts per million nitrogen dioxide and a deep amber hue matching sour mash bourbon.
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