Romney opens presidential bid as economy tops concerns
Mitt Romney formally kicks off his campaign in Manchester New Hampshire as the Republican front runner. He seeks to reassure voters on his beliefs and record while stressing the economy as the defining issue.
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GOP presses Obama on Medicare debt showdown
Republicans grilled President Obama at the White House over a detailed Medicare plan as the debt ceiling nears. Speaker Boehner urged personal talks and a larger deficit plan, while Biden leads private talks seeking at least 1 trillion dollars in cuts over ten years amid looming August debt deadline.
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USDA ditches food pyramid for circle plate icon
The USDA plans to replace the food pyramid with a circular plate diagram showing half fruit and vegetables, a quarter grains, and a quarter protein, plus a dairy smaller circle. Officials say the icon offers a quick visual guide for meals and nutritionists.
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Christie faces critique for using state helicopter to son game
New Jersey Governor Chris Christie drew Democratic calls for an investigation after taking a state police helicopter to his son's high school baseball game. Critics label it hypocritical amid spending cuts, while aides say no extra cost was incurred and reimbursements are optional.
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Weiner denies sending Twitter photo amid storm
New York Representative Anthony Weiner rejects sending the lewd image from his Twitter account and tells reporters in Washington he may be the victim of a prank. He insists he did not send the photo and questions whether the incident triggers any federal probe. He hints at possible hacking while commenting on the affair.
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Gmail hack hits hundreds of accounts tied to China phishing
Google reports several hundred Gmail accounts breached in phishing schemes linked to a Chinese origin in Jinan. Victims include U S government officials military personnel activists and journalists with notices sent and accounts secured.
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