FCC blocks media merger of EchoStar and Hughes
The FCC blocked an $18.8 billion EchoStar Communications and Hughes Electronics merger, citing a virtual monopoly and harm to millions without cable. The decision, 4-0, requires 30 days to amend and keeps doors open for antitrust talks with the Justice Department. EchoStar and Hughes vow to revise and pursue approval as they defend competition with cable and each other.
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Collapse Kills Worker On Pedestrian Bridge In Marcy
A pedestrian bridge under construction in Marcy collapsed during concrete pouring, killing one Tioga Construction worker and injuring ten. Rescue crews freed victims from debris after about 45 minutes as inspectors from federal and safety agencies arrived. The 170 foot bridge spanned a new Utica Rome Expressway alignment begun in the late 1970s.
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Grassley keeps hope for Medicare aid for rural care
Sen. Grassley and Sen. Harkin push to restore about 41 billion in Medicare payments to rural facilities and physicians. White House budget chief Mitch Daniels rejects funds as unaffordable, while Grassley says recovery may still be possible in a lame duck session.
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Chuck Grassley
Iowa
White House
Grassley
Tom Harkin
Mitch Daniels
Office of Management and Budget
Harkin
Daniels
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