New York City commuter train derails killing four
A Metro-North train routing from Poughkeepsie to Manhattan derailed on a Bronx curve, killing four and injuring more than 60 as passengers were thrown from cars. Investigators will assess speed, track, signals, and the curve’s 30 mph limit near Spuyten Duyvil.
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Frank Tatulli
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Spuyten Duyvil
Joel Zaritsky
Associated Press
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Metro North
HealthCare.gov shows progress after major fixes
The Department of Health and Human Services says the worst glitches on HealthCare.gov are addressed though work remains. Federal workers and contractors rework hundreds of bugs and improve capacity as officials expect millions could buy insurance by the December deadline. Analysts caution verification remains limited but note user experience is notably better than October.
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HealthCare.gov
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Kaiser Family Foundation
Barack Obama
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Keith Ellison
Minnesota
Congressional Progressive Caucus
Panels stumble on trimming budget
Washington lawmakers face a Dec 13 deadline as a 29 member bipartisan panel fights to avoid a new government shutdown and debt ceiling crisis. Past deficit panels, including the Simpson Bowles group, produced praised plans that mostly gathered dust amid political wrangling and re election pressures.
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Bill Clinton
Barack Obama
Simpson
Memory Boost Pill Claims Breakthrough for Aging Minds
Phoenix pharmacist Dr. Gene Steiner touts a natural, drug free memory formula after a radio interview with US researcher Josh Reynolds. The claim is a 30 day brain boost improving memory mood and concentration with reports of renewed mental clarity and a return to college years. A promotional offer promises a free 30 day supply and a complimentary book, urging immediate calls before limited supplies run out.
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Health product disclaimer prompts FDA notice
A consumer health product ad states that its claims have not been evaluated by the FDA and that the product is not intended to diagnose treat cure or prevent disease. It notes that results vary based on health, diet and lifestyle factors. The message includes a toll free call line.
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