Justice in overdraft fees prompts bank changes
The Federal Reserve plans to curb overdraft charges by requiring consumer permission before banks can approve overdraft purchases starting July 1. Bank of America will reject debit card transactions lacking sufficient funds, signaling a shift toward restricting spending power for those who overdraft.
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Iraqis vote amid threats in pivotal catalogue of democracy
In a Buffalo News guest editorial, the author commends Iraqi citizens who vote despite insurgent attacks and fear. Early results show tight races with Maliki leading two provinces and secular challengers gaining Sunni support north of Baghdad. The piece notes sectarian stakes and Iran’s influence as US troops plan withdrawal.
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Zia Scholars honored at ENMU Portales with local awardees
Twenty five years ago ENMU Portales named area students as 1984 85 Zia Scholars recipients. Roswell list includes Michelle Allen Artesia Patti Marrs Duane Pyeatt Cheri Russell Carlsbad Victor Zambra Dexter Michael Flores Hagerman Thomas Arnold Carol Conolly Michaela Dill Steven Hens Gloria Panebouef Patrick Ridge Roswell. Beta Sigma Phi Valentine sweethearts to be honored at annual dance at Elk's Club with Pat Arvizu Violet Austin Gloria Fresquez Rhonda ONeal Sandy Pottle Helen Shaw Glenda Smith Ceila Welsch.
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Rhonda O'Neal
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Helen Shaw
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Ceila Welsch
Gov Richardson urged to veto reimposed New Mexico food tax
The piece argues Gov Bill Richardson should line-item veto the reimposed food tax. It notes his 2004 repeal success and opposition, cites a 68 million revenue impact, and proposes alternatives like cutting spending and tax on junk food. It also questions budget estimates and calls for keeping food tax out.
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Delicate bond keeps Obama afloat amid tough times
Obama sustains his presidency with a strong personal connection to voters, while likability dips raise questions about potential fraying. Analysts compare his grip to past presidents noting that character traits often matter as much as policy in steadying public support.
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Call to curb adultery as a public wrong and moral trespass
The author argues adultery harms families and markets hypocrisy promotes profit from affairs. He questions legalizing adultery, cites Rielle Hunter and Ashley Dupre as examples, and urges decency and legal tools to limit publicity and profiteering from marital betrayal. He notes existing limits and desires broader options beyond divorce for injured spouses.
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