Israeli plan to build 200 east Jerusalem homes sparks U S concern
Israeli authorities preliminarily approve 200 homes in a Jewish area of east Jerusalem. The move drew U S concern as Secretary of State Kerry prepared to visit Jordan and amid rising Jerusalem tensions over holy sites and stalled peace talks.
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U S China Climate Deal Seen as Step Not a Cure
Scientists say the U S China pact is a start but not enough to bend the global warming curve. They warn emissions will rise in China through about 2030 while U S cuts lag behind, leaving the world on track for about a 2 degree rise by 2040.
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Global climate deal gains momentum from U S China joint plan
China and the United States unveiled a joint plan to curb greenhouse gas emissions, signaling a potential path to a global climate accord next year. China aims to peak emissions by 2030 or earlier, while the United States targets a 26 to 28 percent cut from 2005 by 2025, boosting hopes for broader international commitments ahead of the Paris summit.
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New GOP senators adopt moderate to cooperative tone
The 11 or 12 incoming GOP senators signal a shift from tea party rhetoric to working with senior colleagues on a conservative mainstream agenda. Some, like Tom Cotton and Thom Tillis, bridged party gaps in campaigns, while others tempered stances on reproductive rights. Louisiana runoff and recent retirements reshape the Senate lineup as McConnell welcomes the class.
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