Republicans Walk Away From Biden Budget Talks
Republicans pulled out of debt reduction talks led by Vice President Biden blaming Democrats for seeking tax increases. Boehner said tax hikes are off the table and Cantor announced he would skip a planned session. The White House called the talks in abeyance as negotiations aimed to lift the debt limit and curb deficits face a partisan stalemate.
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Boston mob boss Bulger captured in Santa Monica escape
FBI tracked Boston crime lord James "Whitey" Bulger and his accomplice Catherine Greig to a Santa Monica two bedroom apartment. Bulger, 81, held for murder and extortion charges after 16 years on the run. Neighbors say Bulger blended in as a retiree.
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Hacked road sign warns of zombies along I-71 corridor
Florence Kentucky motorists were warned of zombies on the Interstate 71 75 corridor after pranksters hacked an electronic roadside sign. The message read Nightly lane closures zombies ahead and was turned off midmorning Thursday by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. Spokeswoman Nancy Wood called the prank not amusing and said it will be fixed.
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Report urges early action to curb toddler obesity trend
A new Institute of Medicine report calls for clearer feeding guidelines from birth to age two and mandatory 15 minutes of physical activity per hour in child care to prevent excess weight in babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. It warns early pounds can lead to lasting health issues and stresses portion control and healthy food exposure.
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