U S economy grows 2.4 percent in first quarter
The Commerce Department reports a 2.4 percent annualized gain for January to March, with consumer spending stronger than first estimated while business restocking and local government cuts weighed.GDP's pace remains above earlier lows, aided by hiring, stock gains, and rising home prices despite tax hikes.
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The Secret Service said a suspicious letter addressed to President Obama, similar to ricin linked letters sent to New York Mayor Bloomberg, was intercepted at a White House mail screening facility. It has been turned over to the FBI for testing and investigation.
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Explosive chemical secrecy leaves towns in the dark
A monthlong AP review of 28 states found more than 120 facilities near schools, the elderly, and the ill storing ammonium nitrate. Many states refuse to share data, leaving locals and responders with little knowledge of what chemicals lie nearby. West Texas incidents and multiple disputes show how dangerous gaps remain in records.
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