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EPA nomination sets stage for court struggles on climate change
The battle over climate change is heating up in Washington – as President Barack Obama’s nomination of Gina McCarthy to lead the EPAsets the stage for a struggle over regulations intended to reduce carbon dioxide and other emissions.
Texas Medicaid Debate Complicated By Politics And Poverty
In Texas, it may be politically unwise to cross the governor, but some politicians and advocates in the poor Rio Grande Valley are starting to speak out in support of expanding Medicaid. Governor Perry opposes all parts of Obamacare.
The Global Afterlife Of Your Donated Clothes
The deadly collapse of a textile factory in Bangladesh has heightened awareness about cheap clothes. Many Americans have become used to inexpensive clothing, but the garments are also discarded at a remarkable rate: Billions of pounds of clothing are recycled each year; nearly half is exported.
Tim Gunn treats 'Loser' players to makeovers
On Monday, the five remaining players and the three kid participants celebrated -- in style. "Project Runway's" resident fashion guru guided the "Losers" to their new looks.
PHT: Malkin shows no rust in return; Pens win
Evgeni Malkin had a goal and an assist in his return from a concussion and Sidney Crosby contributed the same stats as the Penguins rallied to beat the Lightning 4-3.
Computer glitch suspends Mars rover operation
A computer glitch, possibly caused by radiation, has put on hold the Mars rover Curiosity's first attempt to analyze powder from inside an ancient rock, officials said on Monday.
Locust swarms plague Egypt and Israel
Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: Three weeks before Passover, a plague of locusts is swarming from Egypt to Israel, sparking fears among farmers in the region.
Tearful reunions at school site
Students of Briarwood Elementary are reunited with their parents after a deadly tornado tore through the area.
Acid attack victim fights for justice
At 17, Sonali Mukherjee had everything going for her. She was a beautiful, intelligent and ambitious young woman, dedicated to excelling in her studies.
Former IRS commissioner heads to Hill amid scandal
WASHINGTON (AP) — Lawmakers are getting their first chance to question the former head of the Internal Revenue Service, the man who ran the agency when agents were improperly targeting tea party groups.
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