States Decide on Health Care Exchanges Amid Divided Stance
The AP reports nine states reject the Obama exchanges plan while 17 plus Washington, D.C., back setups. open enrollment begins Oct 1, 2013 with coverage starting Jan 1, 2014. California New York Kentucky pursue own exchanges, Texas Georgia Kansas oppose, many cite cost and federal control. Republican leaders in Idaho Nevada New Mexico show splits. Medicaid expansion undecided in many states.
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Conifer genome research moves from dream to reality
Scientists in the United States Canada and Europe are sequencing conifer genomes to unlock genetic secrets for forest breeding and management. The Norway spruce genome remains colossal with the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree as a reference. progress offers partial versions aiding breeders and scientists amid looming climate challenges.
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Tobacco product approvals stall under FDA review
RICHMOND, VA. Tobacco companies have introduced virtually no new cigarettes or smokeless products in the U.S. for more than 18 months as the FDA tightens regulation. An Associated Press review finds an unprecedented pause, with officials citing lengthy reviews and safety concerns.
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Retail sales rise 0.3 percent after Sandy rebound
U S consumers boosted holiday shopping despite Superstorm Sandy as job gains and lower gas prices aided spending. November sales climbed 0.3 percent from October while excluding gas stations sales rose 0.8 percent, led by online purchases electronics and auto replacements.
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Travel Christmas season may be busiest in six years
AAA projects 93.3 million Americans will travel by road this holiday, 16 percent more than last year and near the 2006 peak. Gas prices are forecast between 3.20 and 3.40, with 84.4 million driving at least 50 miles between Dec 22 and Jan 1. Airlines expect about 15 million flyers Dec 17 to Jan 6, with 86 percent to 90 percent of seats filled on peak days.
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Market closes lower on key indices and commodities
U S stocks pulled back with the Dow slipping 74.73 to 13,170.72 while the Nasdaq fell 21.66 to 2,992.16 and the S&P 500 down 9.03 to 1,419.45. Corn dropped 5.25 cents to 7.20, soybeans rose 3 cents to 14.77, wheat fell 2.5 cents to 8.51. Oil slid 0.88 to 85.89, gold declined 21.10 to 1,696.80, silver dropped 1.43 to 32.36, and platinum slipped 33.60 to 1,612.80.
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