Supreme Court petitioners seek to reinstate Prop 8 ban in California
Opponents of same sex marriage ask the Supreme Court to reimpose California's Prop 8 ban after the 9th Circuit lifted a stay. They argue the court acted prematurely before a 25 day reconsideration period, while supporters say the stay dissolution was proper following a high court decision.
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NSA bugged EU offices and networks says Der Spiegel
German weekly Der Spiegel cites a September 2010 top secret NSA document reportedly taken by Edward Snowden. It says the NSA spied on EU offices and UN networks in Washington and Brussels, accessing emails and documents. EU leaders call for clarification and safeguards.
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Immigration reform fight shifts as Senate bill stalls
The House Republican leadership rules out considering the Senate immigration bill despite its 62 to 38 passage. Scenarios include narrow House bills limiting undocumented entries, more visas for tech workers, or farm labor options. Conferees could craft a compromise, but deadlock risks derailment and politics may override progress.
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Insurance exchanges eyed as options grow for Iowa consumers
Branstad and exchanges officials anticipate three or four insurers to submit proposals by the deadline and offer multiple plans by October 1. Wellmark and UnitedHealthcare, Iowa’s top insurers, cite business and market reasons for delaying disclosure while preparing for exchange participation. State lawmakers seek clarity as federal rules push plan comparisons and coverage options for residents.
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