IRS Seeks Private Firms to Recover Back Taxes
The IRS pushes Congress to authorize private debt collectors to recover billions in unpaid taxes. Supporters say it would boost revenue while skeptics warn of harassment and rights abuses. The plan would allow about 13 billion in debt to be outsourced with up to 25 percent commission, with safeguards and performance reviews.
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Top Thrill Dragster At Cedar Point Faces Ongoing Glitch Saga
The 420-foot tall Top Thrill Dragster suffered launch cable and hydraulic system issues delaying its operation. Cedar Point crews and Swiss engineers worked to fix the prototype technology as maintenance continued. The ride reopened briefly and will update via the park site and information line. The Associated Press contributed.
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Lottery results for Hempson and Buckeye draws
The report lists Hempson Pick 3 numbers 6 1 9 at midday and Pick 4 numbers 2 3 2 0 and Pick 421 2404 Buckeye 5 numbers 1 10 16 27 35.
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Potter author Potter book draws fans at launch across US
Potter fans lined up as Bloomsbury protected plot twists while stores staged Hogwarts themes. Barnes & Noble Henderson gave glasses, Borders Chicago offered owl puppets, and Diagon Alley scenes appeared in Ohio. Legal action loomed over a Daily News USA Today preview dispute.
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Ohio lawmakers approve budget tax hike amid social services strain
Ohio lawmakers pass a 48.8 billion budget with a 1 percentage point sales tax rise to 7 percent and new taxes on untaxed services. Medicaid spending surges with warnings to curb growth as universities receive modest funding increases. Gov. Taft weighs the bill with a July 1 signing deadline.
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Senators Clash Over Canadian Drug Plan And Medicare Reforms
FDA chief McClellan warned against Canadian drug imports citing safety risks while critics say Canada’s system mirrors the U S. Senators Santorum Frist and Clinton pressed for reform, with Graham and Kerry seeking changes to coverage gaps and co payments. Clinton questioned the bill’s promise and peril, using a pointed diagram to illustrate potential Medicare changes.
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