College loans deal offers lower rates this fall
A bipartisan Senate group reached a deal to cap undergraduate rates at 3.85 percent for this fall while setting maximums of 8.25 percent for undergraduates, 9.5 percent for graduates, and 10.5 percent for parents as rates rise with borrowing costs.
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Tainted School Lunch Kills 22 in Bihar India
In Gandamal village Masrakh block Bihar 22 children aged 5 to 12 died after consuming a free school lunch tainted with insecticide. Dozens more were hospitalized as officials investigated how the poison entered the meal.
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Britain Legalizes Gay Marriage in Landmark Move
Britain approves same sex marriage with Queen Elizabeth II signing the law for England and Wales after broad public support and cross party backing. France follows with protests and slower adoption revealing a deeply split society. Prime Minister David Cameron led the British push while opposition remained limited to a few backbenchers.
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Panama waits UN decision as cargo ship arms case continues
Panamanian security minister says US and British experts may assess the Chong Chon Gang’s cargo of Soviet era missile components. Cuba acknowledges missiles and MiG jets aboard, while North Korea calls for crew release amid sanctions. UN Security Council involvement anticipated.
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Slow talks may hasten Detroit bankruptcy
Detroit faces slow negotiations with more than 50 creditors and unions over 17 billion dollars in debt as emergency manager Kevyn Orr weighs Chapter 9 options. Experts warn extended stalemates could push Detroit toward bankruptcy, with increased fees and reduced city services looming.
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