No 2011 COLA for Social Security sparks push for $250 bonus
Washington reports inflation too low since 2009 for a 2011 increase, prompting Obama and Democrats to seek a $250 check to the 58 million Social Security recipients. This marks the second year without an automatic adjustment since 1975.
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Obama deficit tops 1.3 trillion in latest budget year
The Obama administration reported a near record 1.3 trillion dollar deficit for the just completed budget year. Spending on food stamps and unemployment benefits rose as joblessness neared double digits while tax revenues lagged.
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Gay service debate fuels quiet optimism and caution
Amid a court ruling allowing open service the Pentagon urges caution in coming out in a legally uncertain environment. Service members fear repercussions, while Lt. Col. Victor Fehrenbach presses to end dont ask dont tell as he nears retirement.
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Factory restarts at Ajkai Timfoldgyar after sludge flood
The Ajkai Timfoldgyar metals plant in western Hungary resumed production on Friday after a catastrophic caustic red sludge flood. About 800 Kolontar residents were evacuated last weekend, with nine confirmed dead and around 50 hospitalized. Authorities warn return remains risky as officials plan ramp up under government control with 1,100 workers affected.
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Engineer behind Chile mine rescue
Straight talking engineer Andre Sougarret led the 33 trapped miners rescue in San Jose Chile after a weeks long effort. He managed the drilling operation and kept hope alive as the team drilled a new shaft to reach the miners 2,625 feet deep. On August 22 the drill finally broke through near the miners refuge and a message reading We are all OK in the refuge the 33 confirmed the success.
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