Expanded Medicare faces higher costs and complexities
Senate Democrats discuss allowing ages 55 to 64 into Medicare while preserving private options. Savers already pay about 4400 dollars yearly out of pocket for supplements and copays, with the trust fund outlook uncertain, and political debate ties expansion to health reform aims.
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States ration free breast cancer screenings amid budget cuts
The American Cancer Society reports low income women in at least 20 states are being denied or delayed for free mammograms and Pap tests as budgets strain. New York cuts exclude under 50s, and nationwide providers project far fewer free screenings. experts warn rationing may cost lives while unemployment rises.
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New York Woman Given Probation For Monkey Meat Smuggling
Mamie Manneh, a New York City resident, received probation after pleading to smuggling endangered species. Agents seized dozens of primate parts hidden in smoked fish in 2006, including skulls and limbs of monkeys and baboons. Defense cited religious need and mental illness, but judge imposed leniency due to 11 children.
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Chicago L train derailment injures limited riders
A six car Green Line derailment on Chicago's southeast side at noon Saturday left 14 people hospitalized with minor injuries. Fire officials evacuated about 42 passengers while investigators probe the cause. CTA cites no confirmed reason and notes a past May 2008 derailment in the area.
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Protests Turn Violent at UC Berkeley Chancellor Home
Eight protesters were arrested after windows lights and planters were damaged outside Chancellor Robert Birgeneau's Berkeley home. Police faced 40 to 70 demonstrators who threw incendiary devices at squad cars. No fires or injuries reported.
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Berkeley leader’s home attack sparks campus cuts and protests
The home attack on University of California Berkeley president Birgeneau prompted course cutbacks, faculty furloughs, and sharp fee hikes. Eight suspects were arrested on charges including rioting threatening an education official attempted burglary arson vandalism and assault on a police officer. Among the arrestees are two Berkeley students and one UC Davis student.
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