Netanyahu pledges peace push with Palestinians as coalition forms
Incoming Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says his government will be a partner for peace with the Palestinians. He plans parliamentary approval next week to form a government led by hawkish parties but tempered by Labor influence. Obama backs a Palestinian state, signaling renewed regional pressure.
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Obama pushes budget amid Capitol Hill debates on deficits
President Obama pitched a budget to Senate Democrats in a closed caucus and took the case to Capitol Hill where Republicans and conservative Democrats questioned spending and deficits. OMB said the resolutions were similar to the February plan, while Conrad praised protecting priorities such as education health and energy. Landrieu noted openness to suggestions but no complete concession.
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Clinton admits US role in Mexico drug war
U S Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said Americans share responsibility for the drug war as she pledged support to Mexico. She cited U S drug demand and weapons smuggling as causes, and urged stronger cooperation with President Felipe Calderon to curb corruption and violence. Her remarks followed talks with Mexican officials and a plan to bolster security and funding on both sides of the border.
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Fargo flood may set a record this week
Fargo flood fighters intensify dike building as forecast calls for the Red River to reach a historic crest by Saturday. Evacuation notices begin Thursday while eight inches of snow complicates sandbagging and road access. The mayor urges volunteers to raise dikes to 43 feet, threatening to surpass 1897 and 1997 records.
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USPS Faces Historic Losses as Pot Pacers for Five Day Delivery
Postmaster General John Potter told Congress the Postal Service will run out of money this year without aid. He urged cuts to five day delivery and changes to prepay retiree health care to save billions, warning payments to workers must come first if funds run out.
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