Washington NRC chief Gregory Jaczko resigns amid tenure turmoil
Gregory Jaczko steps down as chairman of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission after a controversial three year tenure marked by safety reforms and a bullying management style. The 41 year old oversaw Japan disaster response amid an inspector general probe into his actions, drawing criticism from fellow commissioners staff and industry watchdogs. The NRC regulates safety for 104 commercial reactors nationwide.
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Obama sets Afghanistan exit path end 2014 but warns of perfection
At a 50 nation NATO summit in Chicago President Obama outlined a plan to end combat by end of 2014 while Afghan forces take lead by mid 2013. He cautioned there will be ongoing attacks and a long partnership with Afghanistan, with U.S. trainers remaining after war ends. Tensions with Pakistan linger over border routes and airstrike incidents.
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Ex Rutgers student gets 30 days in webcam case
Dharun Ravi, 20, former Rutgers student, sentenced to 30 days in jail for using a webcam to spy on his roommate Tyler Clementi. Judge Glenn Berman ordered three years of probation, counseling, and $10,000 toward a hate-crimes victims program. Ravi plans to appeal. Clementi’s death was not charged as a crime.
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Panel against routine prostate test
Washington AP reports a government panel now advises healthy men not to undergo routine PSA prostate cancer screening. It says PSA tests cause more harm than benefit, though testing remains available after a doctor explains risks and uncertainties. Medicare will continue paying for screenings.
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Facebook falls after debut amid market rally
Facebook stock tumbled 11 percent on Monday after an 8/9 debut, closing at 34.03 versus 38.23 on Friday as the broader market rose. JPMorgan Chase pauses share buybacks after a 2 billion May trading loss linked to credit derivatives, eroding confidence and shaving about 30 billion from its market value.
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Airlines turn seat choice into paid premium for summer travelers
Airlines reserve more window and aisle seats for paying fliers boosting revenue but forcing families apart. Even with advance booking, couples or friends may pay $25 or more per seat each way. Some loyal customers get free priority seating, while casual travelers find no option but paying for seats.
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Market roundup: Dow gains 135 points amid mixed futures
Monday trading showed the Dow Jones Industrial Average rising 135.10 to 12,504.48 while the Nasdaq edged up 68.00 to 122,847.21 and the S&P 500 up 20.77 to 1,315.99. Commodities moved: corn fell 4.50 cents to 6.31, soybeans rose to 14.10, wheat up 0.10 to 7.15, oil gained 1.09 to 92.57, gold slipped 3.20 to 1,588.70, silver down 0.39 to 28.32, platinum at 1,461.50.
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