Millions of swine flu vaccine doses to be burned
About a quarter of the U S swine flu vaccine produced for the public has expired. Some 40 million doses worth roughly 260 million dollars will be incinerated, with up to 30 million more expiring later. If all waste occurs, over 43 percent of the supply may be lost. Federal officials defended the purchase as a necessary risk amid a feared epidemic.
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Mortgage rates hit lowest in over five decades in Washington
Freddie Mac reported the 30 year fixed rate at 4.58 percent this week, down from 4.69 percent the prior week and the lowest since 1971. Analysts note investors seek Treasury bonds amid European debt concerns, pulling mortgage yields lower.
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Mexico reels as Hurricane Alex floods Monterrey area
The storm drenched northern Mexico causing paralysis in Monterrey as dry rivers flooded and highways turned to streams. Two people died with wrecked roofs, power outages, and thousands displaced across Tamaulipas and Nuevo Leon before the system weakened inland.
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California to pay 20 million in Dugard case settlement
California lawmakers approved a 20 million dollar settlement for Jaycee Dugard and her two daughters, ages 15 and 12, after being held for 17 to 18 years by Phillip Garrido while under parole supervision. Mediator Daniel Weinstein called the payout compensation for three people for life.
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U.S. Jobs Data Seen as Key in Slowing Recovery
Analysts expect June private employers to add 112000 jobs signaling momentum in the recovery, though overall unemployment may rise to 9.8 percent. Weak claims and housing data hint at slower growth, while deficits and extended benefits loom as political risks. Nan Esparza, a 59 year old Smithfield mother of three, faces trouble as federal benefits lapse.
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Kagan Confirmation Seen As Near Certain by Senate
The Senate confirmation hearings for Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan stretched through a long session with 23 witnesses presenting contrasting views. Republican witnesses criticized her Harvard tenure on military recruitment and LGBT issues while Democrats urged swift confirmation. Lily Ledbetter stressed the impact of court appointments.
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Goodyear
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Last two shuttle flights delayed into next year
Cape Canaveral NASA confirms delays push the final two shuttle missions into 2011. Discovery’s September ISS cargo is moved to November, and Endeavour’s last flight now targets February 26, 2011 with the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer upgrade. Atlantis may fly once more in June if approved.
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Local Tips for Tips and News Contacts
The Lawrence Journal-World lists newsroom and office locations at 609 N H and 645 N H in Lawrence Kansas with phone numbers for tips and story ideas. It invites readers to email news at ljworld com or contact listed staff for leads.
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