Specter, Longtime Pennsylvania Senator, Dies at 82
Arlen Specter, Pennsylvania's longest serving U.S. senator, died at his Philadelphia home from non-Hodgkin lymphoma complications at age 82. A former Democrat who became a Republican and later rejoined the Democrats, he shaped pivotal moments from the Warren Commission to Supreme Court hearings.
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Skydiver Felix Baumgartner breaks speed of sound
Austrian daredevil Felix Baumgartner completed a 24 mile high jump to become the first to break the speed of sound in free fall, reaching 833.9 mph during a fall lasting over nine minutes. He landed in the New Mexico desert to cheers and a hopeful embrace of science. He spoke of humility and the goal of returning safely, noting the need to see how small we are at extreme altitudes.
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ECISD eyes early college high school with UTPB plan
ECISD officials discuss designing an early college high school slated to join with UT Permian Basin. The model would serve at risk and first generation students, aim to free space at district high schools, and start with 100 students per grade. Educate Texas supports the planning phase while leaders note the need for careful timelines.
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Maximizing Medical and Dental Deductions With MAPS
A Kaiser survey shows family health premiums rose 113 percent since 2001 and workers paid over 4100 for employer coverage in 2011. The article explains itemizing unreimbursed medical expenses on Schedule A may deduct amounts over 7.5 percent of AGI, covering premiums, doctor and dentist fees, prescriptions, long term care, travel for medical care, and other qualifying costs.
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Save receipts and organize expenses for tax audits
Dolmage stresses saving receipts detailed notes and storing all information in one place to save time on taxes and substantiate expenses if audited. Starting 2013 the adjusted gross income threshold for deducting medical and dental expenses rises to 10 percent. IRS Publication 502 has more on dental expenses and TaxACT Free Federal Edition offers free federal filing and unlimited email help.
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