U K blocks hacker extradition to United States
London authorities halt Gary McKinnon's extradition after medical experts warn of suicide risk. The 46 year old, diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome, faced U S charges over breaches of military and NASA networks after 9 11. McKinnon emotional relief noted by his mother.
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Specter funeral draws politicians and praise in Narberth
Arlen Specter's funeral at Har Zion Temple featured praise from Vice President Biden and governors. He died at 82 in Philadelphia after a 30 year Senate career and a party switch following Obama’s stimulus.
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Social Security COLA signals modest 2013 rise
The Social Security cost of living adjustment for 2013 increases benefits about 1.7 percent, averaging $19 a month, with about 56 million recipients affected. Medicare Part B premiums rising could offset much of the gain, while taxes will affect about 10 million earners above $110,100.
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Cuba Juxtaposes Travel Liberalization With Tight U S. Barriers
The Cuban government lifts exit permit requirements and bans on entry permits, expanding the allowed stay abroad from 11 to 24 months and extending Cuban trips back from one to three months. It retains strict controls amid enduring U S. immigration incentives and economy strain under Raul Castro.
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Clinton takes blame for Benghazi attack
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said she accepts responsibility for protecting U S diplomatic missions after the Benghazi consulate attack that killed four Americans including the ambassador. GOP critics remained unhappy while the Obama campaign stressed shared accountability.
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Search intensifies for contamination source in meningitis outbreak
Investigators probe moldy tiles or missteps at New England Compounding Center in Framingham Massachusetts as the outbreak tied to a preservative-free steroid sickens over 200 in 15 states and kills at least 15. Fungus found in more than 50 vials. FDA investigators on site.
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