Judge says health overhaul suit may go to trial
U S District Judge Roger Vinson orders more briefing on constitutionality of mandating health insurance and penalties for noncompliance with theAffordable Care Act as states face Medicaid expansion issues. A Dec 16 hearing is set and cases may reach the Supreme Court.
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Colosseum Opens Underground Hypogeum To Tourists
Rome officials announced that next week visitors can tour the Colosseum underground hypogeum revealing gladiator prep areas and lion cages after extensive restoration. Above ground, the third upper tier will also reopen, a feature closed since the 1970s.
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Obama seeks delay on ruling ending dont ask dont tell policy
The Obama administration asks a federal judge to pause her ruling overturning the ban on open service by gays. The Pentagon says it will obey the law while appeal proceeds as Obama vows the policy will end on his watch. Gay service members are cautioned to avoid disclosure during the process.
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Obama faces GOP wave in governors races 2011 preview
Republicans aim to topple at least a dozen Democratic governors next month. The shift could complicate Obama 2012 campaign efforts and reshape redistricting, with states like Ohio Pennsylvania Illinois Iowa Michigan Wisconsin Oregon New Mexico Maine possibly shedding House seats and Electoral College votes.
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Ahmadinejad taunts Israel from Lebanon border rally
Iran's president addressed tens of thousands of Hezbollah supporters in Bint Jbeil Lebanon near the border as Israeli attack helicopters buzzed. He vowed that Zionists will perish and Palestine will be liberated by the resistance. Netanyahu vowed that Israel will defend itself and build its state. The visit raises fears of Iran and Hezbollah expanding influence in Lebanon and possibly provoking conflict with Israel.
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Spain hosts first siesta contest in Madrid mall
In Madrid's Carabanchel district the National Association of Friends of the Siesta hosts Spain's first public siesta competition at Istazul mall. Eight rounds per day award points for snoozing and goofy sleep gear with a top prize of 1400 dollars when the event ends October 23.
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