Lima’s women traffic cops face hostility from drivers
In Lima, where 1990s reforms placed female officers on streets to curb corruption, taxi and bus drivers harass and assault women like Maria Calderon. Officers report repeated abuse as they enforce seatbelt and passenger limits, with a majority of recent incidents involving male drivers and a sizable risk to female police.
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Congress poised to send stem cell bill to president for veto
Congress moves toward sending a bill expanding federal funding for embryonic stem cell research to President Bush, who would issue his first veto in six years. Supporters seek a veto override, while polls show roughly 70 percent public support for the measure and scientists highlight potential disease cures.
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Free Video Promises Painless Back and Neck Pain Relief
A free video claims to show a painless method to eliminate back and neck pain without drugs or surgery. It says thousands of doctors endorse the treatment and offers a toll free number to receive the video and locate a doctor willing to assess help.
Baby boomers split: doom or salvation for society
Kansas City report surveys the aging boom generation born 1946 to 1964 and its impact on stocks and entitlements. Economists warn of a looming financial strain while authors argue the older generation will drive social causes and environmental protection for future generations.
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Peter Peterson
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Emily Kessler
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