U.S. eighth graders top international average in science and math
A federal study comparing 2011 NAEP results with TIMSS shows American eighth graders in 47 states scoring above the international average in science while students in 36 states exceed the global benchmark in math. The NCES analysis uses NAEP data to project TIMSS performance.
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Records released after shooting in Washington
Washington police records show Miriam Carey claimed electronic surveillance by President Obama and said she regularly spoke with him. The reports describe Carey as angry and combative, neglectful of her infant daughter, and upset by perceived stalking. pirates attacked a Nigerian oil supply vessel and kidnapped the captain and chief engineer, raising piracy concerns as the C Retriever was targeted off Nigeria.
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Health care website woes spark contractor warnings
A software contractor told officials that early warnings about performance risks were given before the Oct. 1 launch of Healthcare.gov. CGI Federal defended confidence in fixes ahead of the Jan. 1 signup deadline as lawmakers scrutinized testing and project oversight.
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U S Monitored Calls of 35 World Leaders Revealed
Guardian reports leaked documents say the United States tapped phone conversations of 35 world leaders, with NSA receiving 200 numbers in a 2006 memo. White House did not confirm future actions, while EU scrutiny and Merkel tensions rise. No identities disclosed in the memo.
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Obama urges GOP to pass immigration reform by year’s end
President Obama asks House Republicans to study poll data and move the Senate immigration reform bill. He cites political benefits and urges Boehner to bring up narrowed reform measures before year end.
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Auction of Kennedy memorabilia tops rare JFK collection in Boston
Nearly 300 items tied to John F. Kennedy and his assassination went on sale at the Omni Parker House in Boston just weeks before the 50th anniversary. Highlights include Lee Harvey Oswald’s wedding ring and a lock of Kennedy hair, with bidding expected to reach six figures for several pieces.
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