Mating game sees Philadelphia couples shine
A Godmothers dating service survey found nearly all Philadelphia men want marriage and 75 percent of women do as well, with Philadelphians seen as more realistic and patient than New Yorkers or Washingtonians. The study of 300 residents also suggests beauty ranks lower for men.
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Philadelphia Dating Scene Seen More Flexible and Realistic
A Philadelphia focus shows residents more accepting in relationships than New York or Washington. Officials note lower pressure to be perfect and a greater willingness to nurture lasting partnerships, according to Susan Cascade and interview findings about local dating attitudes.
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Rude students mar UC spring commencement ceremony
University of Cincinnati President Henry Winkler lamented the lack of pomp as graduates smoked marijuana and disrupted events. He and Board Chairman Charles Barrett said parental concerns mirrored student misbehavior including toilet paper tossing and jeers at speakers. Notre Dame President Hesburgh and Cincinnati Mayor Mann faced interruptions during their addresses.
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Social Security Cuts Set to Pass Congress Next Year
Congress approved differing Social Security cut plans including a minimum benefit, student payments and death lump sums. Both chambers must reconcile details but the measures, expected to save about 2.15 billion dollars next year, align with the president’s winter request amid a much larger 100 billion dollar gap.
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Lawmakers debate Social Security cuts to avert bankruptcy
Congress weighs options to salvage Social Security funds by late next year including raising retirement age imposing penalties for early retirement or capping cost of living adjustments. Fall action expected. phased reductions target about 3 million recipients. students with deceased or disabled parents affected as benefits are eliminated.
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Uncle Sam to be irresistible
Washington officials said Selective Service began notifying men who failed to register for the draft that cases may be referred to the Justice Department. Joan Lamb said 150 18‑year‑olds were mailed letters on June 19 after being identified by registrants or neighbors. She insisted the effort is required by law, not a scare tactic.
Unemployment benefits fall to 2.96 million in week
The Labor Department reported 2,962,500 people received unemployment benefits for the week ending June 13, down 45,700 from the prior week. Initial claims rose by 8,200 to 383,000 for the week ending June 20 as the month closes.
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