Rich world gains amid rising millionaire ranks
The number of millionaires worldwide rose 9.2 percent to 12 million last year as stock, bond, and real estate strength boosted wealth. North America hosts 3.7 million high-net-worth individuals while Asia-Pacific may reclaim the top spot. Total global wealth climbed 10 percent to $46.2 trillion, above pre crisis levels. In Washington NASA ties public calls for asteroid defense as a Grand Challenge.
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Putin derails G-8 effort on Assad at Northern Ireland summit
Putin rejects Western push to oust Bashar al Assad and warns arms to rebels may reach Europe. He asserts Russia supplies only to the Assad government and clashes with leaders as a peace talks plan stalls with no Assad date.
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NATO transfers security responsibility to Afghan forces
Afghan President Hamid Karzai and NATO leader Anders Fogh Rasmussen announce that Afghan troops will lead security nationwide, signaling a major step toward coalition withdrawal. A bomb near the parliament and an attack on Bagram Air Base kill several and injure many, highlighting ongoing risks.
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Workplace discrimination against pregnant workers rising in US
A 35 year old federal protection law is failing to shield pregnant workers who face denials of accommodations and pay cuts. The report by National Women's Law Center and A Better Balance notes bathroom breaks heavy lifting and sit down requests are often refused. Claims to EEOC have risen, with 5797 filings in 2011 and 17.2 million dollars paid to settle.
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White House backed immigration bill gains CBO boost
The Congressional Budget Office says a Senate immigration reform plan would cut deficits and lift the economy over 20 years. Senate passage faces GOP doubts as Speaker Boehner signals limits on bills with broad path to citizenship.
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