New Pope Francis sparks global optimism among Catholics
Pope Francis chosen from Latin America moves the church toward a broader world view. Students at St John Catholic School celebrated his address on TV as Jesuit tradition and Francis of Assisi symbolism recur. KU pastor Beseau notes humility and care for the poor, hoping for church reforms and renewed trust.
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Insurers warn of overhaul induced premium shock
Insurers project higher health insurance costs as key Affordable Care Act provisions roll out in 2014. Aetna CEO Mark Bertolini warns premiums could rise 20 to 100 percent for some buyers, especially those purchasing individual plans. AHIP cites age and gender rating changes and new taxes as drivers. Administration says the law aims to balance costs with tax credits for consumers.
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Winter irruption brings northern boreal owls to Minnesota roadsides
A harsh winter drives owls south in an irruption, with boreal owls arriving in northern Minnesota near the Sax-Zim Bog and Duluth area. Guides report nonstop owl watching as birds migrate from Canada in search of scarce prey, risking road hazards and daylight visibility.
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Colorado approves 15 round magazine limit amid gun control push
In Denver the Democratic Legislature cleared a 15 round magazine limit and sent the bill to Gov. John Hickenlooper who plans to sign within 10 business days. The measure marks Colorado as the first state outside the East Coast to restrict gun rights after mass shootings.
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Senate budget clash as Democrats propose $1 trillion in taxes
Senate Democrats unveiled a budget blueprint calling for about $1 trillion in new tax revenues over the coming decade while increasing overall spending. The plan seeks equal cuts to health care, defense, and domestic programs, offset by closing tax breaks, and would still raise the debt compared with current policy. House Republicans advanced a contrasting plan cutting $4.6 trillion over 10 years, targeting Medicaid and domestic agencies with a path to balance within a decade. President Obama met lawmakers to discuss the impasse, with Republicans noting divisions even as he signaled openness to chained CPI and means testing for Medicare benefits.
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Samsung to unveil Galaxy S IV at Radio City Music Hall
Notable Samsung Electronics plans a New York reveal to challenge Apple with a Galaxy S IV, staged at Radio City Music Hall this evening. Rumors point to a larger screen, continuing Samsung’s trend of bigger Galaxy phones than prior models.
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Markets Tumble and Rise Across Key Indices and Commodities
The Dow gained 5.22 points to 14,455.28 while the Nasdaq edged to 3,245.12 and the S&P 500 stood at 1,554.52. Treasury yields were flat at 3.22 percent. Corn fell 4 cents to 7.10, soybeans dropped 21.75 cents to 14.47, and wheat rose 25 cents to 7.38. Oil gained 2 cents to 92.55, gold fell 3.30 to 1,588.40, silver down 21.3 cents to 28.96, and platinum rose 1.90 to 1,593.10.
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