Cities let Wall Street protesters persist in many places
Across the United States, many cities avoid force as protests continue. New York Mayor Bloomberg allows protesters at Zuccotti Park to stay while enforcing laws, while authorities in Portland and Seattle adopt hands off approaches to maintain public safety and free speech amid encampments.
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Ethics board weighs testing anthrax vaccine in children
An advisory panel advised reviewing ethical issues before testing the anthrax vaccine in children to ensure safety and proper dosing for potential bioterror responses. The National Biodefense Science Board noted no deadline, and parental consent and funding hurdles loom, while adults have been vaccinated with side effects documented.
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Security gains amid Afghan transition face cross border threats
A Pentagon progress report notes security improvements in Afghanistan as Kabul and other cities transition control to Afghan forces. Cross border insurgent sanctuaries in Pakistan and Kabul governance issues remain major risks, with 100000 U.S. troops in country and plans to draw down by 2014. The report signals a steadier overall pace but warns of persistent insurgency and Pakistan-linked safe havens.
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Indirect ICC talks with Gadhafi son on surrender for trial
ICC chief prosecutor Luis Moreno Ocampo said negotiations are being held through intermediaries to secure Seif al Islam Gadhafi a fair trial and possible safe new residence if acquitted. He noted uncertainty over Seif al Islam’s location amid reports of desert movement toward Mali and discussions with mercenaries and countries to block escape.
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YouTube Launches 100 New Channels With Creators
YouTube will roll out over 100 new video channels in an original programming push. Partners include Madonna The Wall Street Journal and Hollywood studios as Google backs $100 million in advances to producers, recouped from future ad revenue.
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Friday Market Wrap With Mixed Dow and Commodities Fluctuations
The Dow edged down by 22.56 to 12 231.11 while the Nasdaq fell 1.48 to 2 737.15 and the S&P 500 rose 0.50 to 1 285.09. Treasuries softened with the 30 year at 3.35 percent. Agricultural and energy futures moved: corn up 3.5 cents to 6.55, soybeans up 18 cents to 12.17, wheat steady at 7.38, oil down 0.64 to 93.32, gold down 0.50 to 1 747.20, silver up 0.176 to 35.29, platinum up 10.40 to 1 651.80.
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Americans spend more while income stalls in locking low returns
Americans are earning slightly more while spending rises sharply, aided by low interest rates. Savings fall to the lowest since December 2007 as gas and food costs bite. Six month CD yields hover at 0.23 percent, prompting some to spend rather than save. Experts see rising consumption but warn recovery needs stronger income and housing market gains.
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