Climate talks stall as Kyoto deadline looms
Nations delay key decisions on developing countries, carbon accounting, and funding for climate disruption. The hold jeopardizes an agreement to succeed Kyoto ahead of a major conference with Barack Obama, Wen Jiabao, and more than 110 leaders. Gordon Brown plans a Copenhagen arrival to spur momentum. Lula da Silva and others weigh early attendance.
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Obama pressure and bank pledges on lending amid reform push
The meeting with U S banks followed Obama’s criticism of fat cat bankers. Bank of America pledged $5 billion more in 2010 lending to small and mid sized businesses, while JPMorgan Chase said it would add $4 billion. Leaders cited four focus areas: more SME lending, mortgage modifications, curbing executive pay, and financial regulation reform.
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Local shoppers urged to boost New Mexico revenue
Richardson urged statewide spending at local stores to close a budget gap, inviting residents to spend $50 each for an estimated $27 million in state revenue. Mayor LaGrone supported shopping locally as Roswell’s Main Street Roswell notes downtown vacancy drop from 48 percent to 3 percent in 25th anniversary year.
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Citi group to raise funds to repay bailout and exit TARP
Citigroup plans a 20.5 billion dollar stock and debt sale to repay government bailout funds and drop to 34 percent government equity. Wells Fargo aims 10.4 billion in new stock as shares react to the move. President Obama urged banks to boost lending and back financial reform at a White House meeting.
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Community meeting weighs health care costs and Medicaid
Attendees including families with developmentally disabled relatives pressure officials over potential service cuts and rising costs. Speakers urge curbing corporate greed, noting a $13 million salary for a hospital CEO while highlighting monthly Medicaid costs around $237 per child. Citizens vow to monitor upcoming state and federal health care legislation.
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Homecoming Surprise Welcomes Marine Salas at Roswell Airport
Teresa Barncastle and family greet Staff Sergeant Salas on 14 day leave from Forward Operating Base Dwyer Afghanistan arriving at Roswell International Airport. Salas, a Hagerman High School graduate, plans time with family and hunting before November 2010 return.
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