U S. Korea tensions ease after missile tests
The Pentagon says North Korea's six short range missile launches over three days signal tensions are relatively low. U N Secretary General Ban Ki Moon calls the launches provocative. President Obama meets Myanmar's Thein Sein at the White House amid promised reforms. He will meet Xi Jinping in California June 7 8 to discuss bilateral issues. Metro-North restores service after Friday collision injures 70 plus. commuters face disruptions in Connecticut.
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Oval Office
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Connecticut
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Federal union opposes immigration overhaul over fraud fears
The National Citizenship and Immigration Services Council, representing about 12 000 USCIS staff, joined opposition to a bipartisan immigration bill accusing provisions of undermining public safety. The group warns officers could be pushed to approve vast numbers of cases without face to face interviews, amid Senate Judiciary Committee debate and possible Wednesday vote.
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Kenneth Palinkas
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Obama
Chris Crane
National Ice Council
Debt limit reset as U S Treasury extends borrowing cap
The Treasury reported a $306 billion rise in debt during a four month suspension, lifting debt subject to the limit to $16.7 trillion. No budget compromise emerged on Capitol Hill as debates over fiscal plans continue amid IRS controversy and ongoing spending cuts.
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PEDV Found On Farms In Iowa And Indiana
Swine epidemic virus PEDV confirmed on three Iowa farms and one Indiana operation. Officials say the disease does not affect humans and pork remains safe to eat. No cure or vaccine exists. investigators gather samples from farms and feeds nationwide to trace introduction and spread.
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Agriculture Department
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Keith Roehr
Colorado
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