Egypt protesters demand civilian rule as army powers face challenge
Tens of thousands in Cairo's Tahrir Square rally against the ruling military council's authority and push to curb its power in drafting a new constitution. Islamists and secular groups unite to demand a clear transition date and transfer of power to civilian leadership.
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Obama secures a Myanmar outreach invite with Hillary Clinton slated as first secretary of state visit in over five decades. Syria accepts Arab observers to ease international pressure as protests continue and security forces clash. A Mercedes manager in Alabama is freed after a licensed driver issue under the state’s immigration law. Medford approves large corporate logos on the airport control tower for about 3000 dollars monthly.
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House rejects balanced budget constitutional amendment
The House voted 261 165 against mandating a constitutional balanced budget amid bipartisan debate. Democrats warned of devastating social cuts while some Republicans supported the measure though it failed to reach the two thirds needed to advance. The outcome comes as a bipartisan “supercommittee” struggles toward a far larger deficit reduction target.
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FDA revokes Avastin use for advanced breast cancer
The FDA ruled Avastin should no longer treat advanced breast cancer citing no survival or major benefit. The drug remains approved for colon lung kidney and brain cancers though insurers may limit coverage. Medicare will continue coverage with ongoing monitoring. A year of infusion can cost about $100,000.
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