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Published
May 24, 2010

Iran signals chance of prisoner swap for Americans

A humanitarian gesture from the U.S. would make a discussion of an exchange more likely, an official says.
Published
May 24, 2010

Fatality rates from gunshots in rural areas same as cities

Deaths from accidental shootings and suicides are more commonplace among rural children.
Published
May 24, 2010

Oil rig cementing job likely factor in blowout

The tricky process of sealing an offshore well with cement has failed dozens of times in the past, an investigation shows
Published
May 24, 2010

Pediatricians rethink stance on swim lessons

The acceptable age drops from 4 years to 1 year, but classes should stress safety and supervision.
Published
May 24, 2010

Nation/World Dispatches, May 24, 2010

WASHINGTONOverhaul of financial rules not much help, experts say The most sweeping changes to financial rules since the Great Depression might not prevent another crisis. Experts say the financial regulatory bill approved by the Senate last week, and a similar bill that passed the House, include loopholes and gaps that weaken their impact. Many provisions […]

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Published
May 23, 2010

Corporate giving trends away from party in power

The rare shift means more donors are betting on the Republicans to regain control of Congress.
Published
May 23, 2010

No stretch: Yoga helps cancer patients

A scientific study finds it's good for relaxation, sleep, vitality and their 'state of mind' during treatment.
Published
May 23, 2010

Thirteen-year-old climber scales Everest

The California teenager becomes the youngest to ever reach the top of the world’s highest peak.
Published
May 23, 2010

Militants attack Kandahar air base

The assault on the air field is the third such attack on a major military installation in a week.
Published
May 23, 2010

Pair admit their ties to failed bombing

The two men detained in Pakistan ‘proudly’ describe the Times Square suspect as a friend.