Supreme Court weighs gay marriage impact and timing
The Supreme Court faces a pivotal choice on whether to hear cases challenging bans on same sex marriage. If accepted, a ruling could establish a national standard, potentially overturning multiple state prohibitions while federal benefits for married same sex couples are debated.
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Leveson report backs independent regulator for tabloids
Lord Justice Brian Leveson urged a government backed regulator with power to levy fines to oversee Britain's press. The 2000 page inquiry followed the phone hacking scandal and drew praise from victims of intrusion but raised fears editors have less freedom. Prime Minister David Cameron warned against state interference while calling for swift, non political self regulation.
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Greenland Ice Loss Surges in Global Warming Era
A Science study shows Greenland and Antarctica melt rates rising, Greenland accelerating from about 55 to 290 billion tons per year, Antarctica melting as well. Since 1992, pole ice loss totals around 5 trillion tons so far, lifting sea levels about half an inch.
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Twinkies maker Hostess wins wind down approval in bankruptcy
Hostess Brands Inc won final court authorization for its liquidation plan, signaling a sale of its brands to roughly 110 potential buyers including five national retailers. The move could erase about 18 000 jobs while 3 200 workers remain to wind down operations. executives may receive up to 18 million in bonuses to hit budget goals as bids from suitors surge.
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U S economy grows 2.7 percent in third quarter
The Commerce Department reports the economy expanded at a 2.7 percent annual rate from July through September, beating the prior estimate of 2.0 percent and more than double the 1.3 percent pace in Q2. Growth is seen slowing later due to Superstorm Sandy effects, tax fears, and potential spending cuts.
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Thursday Market Wrap Hits Mixed U.S. Stocks and Commodities
The Dow falls 36.71 to 13021.82 while the Nasdaq gains 20.25 to 3012.03 and the S&P 500 rises 6.02 to 1415.95. Bond yields slip with the 30 year at 2.80 percent. Corn and soy prices edge higher while wheat dips. Oil climbs to 88.07, gold gains 10.70 to 1729.50, silver up 6.61 to 34.43 and platinum at 1619.50.
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Fiscal cliff talks strain as White House pushes tax plan
The White House seeks 1.6 trillion dollars in higher taxes over ten years and immediate funds to aid the jobless and homeowners as talks on the fiscal cliff stall. Obama backs spending cuts in 2013, while Boehner rebukes Democrats for resisting significant reforms. The standoff hardens near year end with no clear deal in sight.
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Obama and Romney Meet for Private Post Election Lunch
President Obama and Mitt Romney met privately in the Oval Office for about 90 minutes sharing white turkey chili and Southwestern chicken salad. They spoke of American leadership, pledged future contact, and avoided a press event, with Jay Carney noting a genuine, private conversation.
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