Obama travels spark debate over presidential getaways
The AP notes widespread resentment over presidents' private travel while praising security needs. Critics accuse Obama of excess while supporters cite Bush era absences, citing Mark Knoller counts of Crawford and Camp David days and references to Air Force One and security costs.
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California weighs public defender funding cuts amid fiscal strain
California faces major cuts to indigent defense as counties reel from a $24.3 billion deficit. Officials warn layoffs could force 6,000 cases to private attorneys at higher costs, risking longer detentions and delayed prosecutions across San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Sacramento.
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Paris man dies after partial face and double hand transplant
A burn victim in Paris who received a simultaneous partial face and double hand transplant died June 8 following a heart attack during follow up surgery. The 30-year-old had injuries from a 2004 accident and the operation was described as the world’s sixth partial face transplant and first to include hands. No signs of organ rejection were reported, though a bacterial inflammation developed four weeks after the transplant.
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British musical wins big at Sunday Tony Awards
A British musical dominated the Tony Awards, taking 10 trophies including the prize for best musical. Major cast members and production teams celebrated the sweep as critics hailed the show for its score, staging, and performances.
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