Economy shows mixed signals as third quarter growth cools
Analysts note 3Q GNP rose 4.3 percent driven by consumer spending and a 40.9 percent surge in federal outlays, aided by crop subsidies and defense. Personal savings fell to 2.7 percent of disposable income, while imports outpaced exports and inflation eased to 3.1 percent.
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Summit leaders near end of Geneva talks on arms control
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Gambling services group to aid lottery bill goals
At a Wednesday meeting the committee reviewed a DHS survey showing legalized gambling types from racing to bingo and lotteries. It notes programs for compulsive gamblers, eligibility, delivery, and funding, aiming to shape Iowa service programs ahead of a January Des Moines conference with experts and providers.
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Eaton named ISU president amid unanimous board approval
ISU appoints Eaton as president after a career in sciences at UC Riverside and service with the U.S. Geological Survey. He praised Iowa State and Texas A&M as similar land grant institutions. Texas A&M President VanDiver lauded Eaton as a fine provost and noted the quality of A&M personnel moving to other top institutions.
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