Obama fights to defend Obamacare as Trump era nears
With his presidency ending, Obama and Democratic lawmakers plan a Capitol meeting and a Chicago speech to rally behind the Affordable Care Act. They seek a unified strategy to shield the law from Republican repeal while addressing replacement debates and future health policy.
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Putin Says Russia Won’t Expel U.S. Diplomats Over Hacking Flap
Putin defends Russia against U.S. sanctions and expulsion moves while vowing not to expel American diplomats. He invites American diplomatic families to New Year events and criticizes Washington as provoking tensions after the alleged cyber meddling.
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Syria Cease-Fire Holds With Minor Violations
The nationwide Syria cease-fire brokered by Russia and Turkey held Friday amid reports of minor clashes in Hama and near Damascus. A first fatality from sniper fire occurred in eastern Damascus, while claims of an attack on Barada Valley were denied by the army. Western and regional officials urged swift aid delivery and broader compliance ahead of planned Kazakhstan talks.
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93 journalists killed in 2016 and 29 more die in accidents
The International Federation of Journalists reports 93 journalists and media staff were killed in targeted attacks, bombs or cross fire in 2016 and 29 more died in two plane crashes. Iraq had the most killings with 15, Afghanistan 13, Mexico 11, and 20 Brazilian and nine Russian journalists died in aircraft disasters en route to Syria.
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