March of Dimes pushes health program expansion
The March of Dimes head urged support for expanding the State Children's Health Insurance Program to 10 million. Dr Jennifer Howse stressed health insurance as key to child healthcare, amid a House veto issue on increased funding.
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Iran’s top nuclear negotiator resigns in shift of power
Ali Larijani steps down as Iran’s chief nuclear negotiator seen as a blow to moderates and a gain for President Ahmadinejad’s line. Saeed Jalili named his replacement, signaling a firmer stance before talks with European negotiators. The move follows long-running clashes over how to handle the West and uranium enrichment.
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Fading fall foliage blamed on climate change
East Montpelier Vermont residents and visitors report duller autumn colors and later peaks. Scientists cite warmer falls, longer summers, and fungi as factors, with tourism officials defending the season as still strong despite perceived changes.
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Three linked to vehicle in deadly Pakistan bombing
Karachi police questioned three men linked to a vehicle used by an attacker in Benazir Bhutto's caravan bombing that killed at least 136 people and halted the parade. The suspects, held in Punjab, faced questioning in Karachi as violence sparked in Bhutto strongholds. Authorities tied the attack to al Qaida and Taliban militants with Bhutto blaming militants for the assassination attempt.
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Moderate alcohol harms health despite small benefits
Health researchers warn that any alcohol consumption increases cancer risk and other diseases, with dose dependent effects. One to two drinks daily raises breast cancer risk around 13 percent, four drinks about 50 percent, while small amounts may lower heart attack risk by 10 to 15 percent. Experts caution media hype around red wine and stress overall alcohol risk.
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