Supreme Court to rule on pension protections for LaRue
James LaRue claims he lost 150000 when his retirement plan investment instructions were ignored and seeks remedies under a federal pension protection law. The case's fate could have broad impact, with arguments set for today. London reports a North Sea platform fire with 159 aboard, 116 evacuated by helicopter, no injuries.
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Recalled AquaDots ad appears in Sunday flyers
In New Jersey Toy Flier circulation promoted Aqua Dots just weeks after a recall for a chemical coating risky if swallowed. Toys R Us confirms Aqua Dots not for sale and ads were printed before recall.
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Toys “R” Us Inc
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Police Detain Opposition Protesters in St Petersburg
Police rounded up many demonstrators in St Petersburg ahead of December parliamentary elections. Boris Nemtsov was detained briefly while Garry Kasparov faced a five day sentence in Moscow. State media avoided coverage as protesters shouted Russia without Putin.
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Bridge Unity Fractured by Politics After I-35W Collapse
Washington report shows Rep. Michele Bachmann and Minnesota Democrats clash over a $195 million bill to rebuild the I-35W bridge. Democrats balk, citing a pending roads measure, as partisanship colors the disaster aftermath and fuels campaign dynamics. University of Minnesota analyst calls the situation a public governance breakdown.
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Minnesota
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Healthful school lunches win over doubters in Minnesota study
University of Minnesota economists report that serving healthier school meals does not reduce lunch sales and may not raise costs. Benjamin Senauer says the belief students won’t eat healthier options is false. The December Review of Agricultural Economics study analyzed five years of data from 330 Minnesota public schools.
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Healthier school lunches raise costs but keep demand steady
A study on the National School Lunch Program finds districts serving healthier meals do not lose demand. While better meals raise labor costs, savings from fruits and vegetables offset higher prices for processed foods. Upgrading kitchens and staff training are needed in many districts.
Rudd Promises Kyoto Push After Australian Victory
Prime Minister-elect Kevin Rudd outlines plans to ratify the Kyoto Protocol and curb emissions as he inherits a Labor landslide victory. The move signals a shift from the Howard era and could strain ties with Washington on Iraq and climate policy. Britain New Zealand and Indonesia welcome the change as global warming action gains momentum.
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Christmas price index climbs as gifts rise $78 thousand
The 364 items in the Twelve Days of Christmas would cost $78,100 this year, up 4 percent from last year, with online orders totaling $128,886. Buying each item once totals $19,507, up 3.1 percent, while eight maids a milking rose from about $41 to nearly $47 due to a higher minimum wage.
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