Weak job market may slow economic recovery
The job market is thawing slowly, casting doubt on a vigorous recovery as consumer spending remains muted. An indicators index and a regional manufacturing report offered cautious optimism, but a rise in unemployment aid claims signals continued joblessness and weak demand. Analysts foresee 2 to 3 percent growth in H2, with spending likely subdued and 2010 growth potentially slower.
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Obama pushes $650 million grant for school reform drive
President Obama backs a $650 million competitive grant fund for school reforms directed to districts and nonprofits under the stimulus law. Education Secretary Arne Duncan highlighted Teach for America in a speech to superintendents noting the program recruits graduates to teach in low income areas and will send 4100 recruits this fall.
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Global warming and security concerns blur Baghdad and seas
In Baghdad, Lt. Gen. Helmick faults security lapses after deadly bombings and questions Iraqi training pace as 2011 U.S. troop withdrawal approaches. Maliki blames Sunni insurgents. Separately, oceans reach record warmth in July, with El Nino and warming trends cited as drivers and potential hurricane impacts. Wal-Mart recalls 1.5 million Durabrand DVD players over overheating risk.
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Vaccinating children and parents key to flu protection
A Science journal study argues that vaccinating school age children and their parents reduces flu spread most, treating children as prime spreaders and parents as virus bridges. Using modeling from Clemson and Yale, authors say 40 million doses suffice for best societal protection when 85 to 100 million doses are usual.
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