The Terrible Teens threaten jobless decade ahead
The piece surveys a battered labor force with 15.4 million unemployed and a 10 percent jobless rate, predicting unemployment could stay high into the next decade. It cites forecasts of 7 million lost jobs, 5.9 million jobless long term, and possible recovery only by 2015 or beyond, with some economists warning of wage stagnation and higher rates.
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Sparse post Christmas sales hit as shelves run bare
Shoppers flock to malls on Saturday hoping for after Christmas discounts with gifts cards in hand. Big markdowns amid sparse selections left many items picked over while analysts warn the holiday season may still lag last year’s results amid ongoing unemployment and cautious spending.
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Hays pushes for local rape exam reforms and nurse trainings
Victims travel for exams after assault causing further distress in Kansas. Community groups including Jana Mackey’s campaign press for action to boost local rape exam access. Fort Hays State University class and local leaders push hospitals to train nurses and shorten victim travel. Statewide efforts note Lawrence and Topeka gaps in rape nurse availability.
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Second skull found in Angeles National Forest near first discovery
Los Angeles investigators report a second skull in Angeles National Forest near where hikers found a bullet hole skull on Christmas Eve. Sheriff spokesman Steve Whitmore says link between the two remains is unclear as detectives and coroners search the area. The second skull shows trauma but details are sparse. Both skulls lie in a region burned by August wildfires.
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