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Invasive VA dog testing sparks congressional backlash
The VA tightens dog research oversight after an internal probe found surgeries and deaths at a Virginia facility. Nationwide, about 300 dogs at three VA sites will undergo brain spine and heart surgeries before euthanasia. VA officials insist dog studies advance medical progress despite bipartisan efforts to defund such experiments.
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Collins urges fixing Obamacare over replacing it
Maine Senator advocates fixing Obamacare with a per capita grant plan and warns Medicaid changes would devastate coverage. She questions the Graham-Cassidy waiver and notes CBO finds fewer insured, while criticizing the rushed transition and urging a thoughtful, fair approach for all Americans.
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Flights expected to rise as Puerto Rico recovery continues
FAA spokesman Gregory Martin said once radars and navigational aids are restored, flight numbers at San Juan airport should grow beyond a dozen daily commercial departures. The agency regulates gate usage to manage ramp space while shuttling controllers between San Juan and St Thomas. Travelers endure heat as they await resumed service. Omar Carter and Suzette Robinson, vacationing in San Juan, have faced multiple cancellations since Friday and return daily hoping to fly home.
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Weiner Sentenced to 21 Months in Sexting Case
Former U S congressman Anthony Weiner cried as he received a 21 month prison term after pleading guilty to sending explicit messages and images to a 15 year old. He faces lifetime sex offender registration and must report to prison by November 6.
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