GAO finds few fraud defendants prosecuted by feds
A GAO report to Congress shows fewer than 12 percent of tens of thousands suspected of defrauding the federal government are criminally prosecuted. Administrative actions occur in about 69 percent of cases, including firing suspects or starting loss recovery plans. Three Republican women denounce Reagan ERA stance at Lincoln Memorial.
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Castro Launches Campaign Against Obesity and Tobacco
Fidel Castro announces a campaign against obesity sedentary life and tobacco while noting he will not quit smoking but will refrain in front of cameras He cites Cuban tobacco exports as a reason. The report links this to broader political themes on leadership and public health.
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Treatment near for low mood
CHICAGO AP Scientists may be on the verge of a treatment for clinical depression the nations most prevalent mental illness Dr Herbert Meltzer of the University of Chicago says a blood marker for clinical low mood has been identified Researchers are developing a blood test to diagnose depression and predict risk using a chemical imbalance in the brain Two new drugs for treatment are in late-stage development and will restore balance Further studies will test if the blood test can indicate susceptibility and familial links
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Workfare debate as Iowa counties press for welfare funds
Des Moines reports Linn County officials urge state to fund and localize workfare programs. Supervisor Joe Rinas says 163 participants earned 37,053 dollars in six months with duties from clerical to demolition. Warren County details show 12 placed, 11 refused or excused. one participant testifies to hardship and renewal through work.
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Snowstorm Strands Travel in Rockies and Texas Floods
A major early season snowstorm blocked travel in the northern Rockies and swept through western states, while Texas saw up to 8 inches of rain and widespread flooding. A Seattle man, Earl Meeks, 66, died in Montana after his car skidded on an icy pass near Rogers Pass. Weather closures hit Glacier National Park and routes to Yellowstone. In Texas, towns evacuated as floodwaters rose, with Dallas and Fort Worth reporting low-lying area flooding and a nursing home water pump operation underway.
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