Afghanistan
Obama Aims To 'Finish The Job' In Afghanistan
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Obama To Address Nation On Afghanistan Tuesday
()President Obama will address the nation on his new strategy for the war in Afghanistan Tuesday night from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. The president is expected to lay out his plans for expanding the Afghan conflict and, ultimately, ending America's military role.
Can Ants Count?
Desert ants have a nifty way of finding their way home after foraging — they count their steps.
()President Obama is asking Congress to find a way to extend coverage to every American.
Asia
Philippines Massacre Probe Eyes Government Ally()
Philippine authorities, under intense public pressure to make arrests in the country's worst election massacre, said they are investigating a member of a powerful clan allied with the government along with four police commanders. Officials recovered 11 more bodies, bringing the death toll in Monday's attack on an election caravan to 57, including 18 journalists.
Health Care
A Vote For Health Care, A Vote Against Gun Rights?()
For months issues have been arising from President Obama's push to overhaul the nation's health care system. A new one has cropped up. The White House responded Tuesday to a gun-rights group that says the proposed bill is bad for gun owners. It's another hot button issue for Democrats to deal with as the bill moves forward.
World
Obama Reassures Singh On U.S.-India Ties()
As a sign of India's rising stature, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was treated to the first state visit of Obama's presidency. The two leaders pledged to strengthen their economic ties, and Obama reiterated the importance of the U. S. relationship with India. During a news conference with Singh, Obama also addressed the topic of Afghanistan.
On The Road To Safety
Safe Driving For Seniors: Officials Get Creative()
November 24, 2009 A University of Florida study predicts that within 15 years, 1 in 4 drivers in the U.S. will be age 65 and older. As they get older, seniors may be less safe on the roads, so state and university officials and the AARP are putting together programs to help seniors drive better — and in some cases, get them off the roads.
Media
'Washington Post' To Close Remaining U.S. Bureaus()
November 24, 2009 The newspaper said it would close bureaus in New York, Los Angeles and Chicago at the end of the year to save money and will focus news efforts on covering the nation's capital. Six correspondents are being offered jobs in Washington, while three news aides will be let go Dec. 31.
Political Junkie
It's Over (Again) In New York's 23rd District()
November 24, 2009 It really and truly is over in New York 23 — Conservative Party candidate Doug Hoffman has conceded, once again, only this time he means it.
Remembrances
Washington Wizards Owner Abe Pollin Dies At 85()
November 24, 2009 Pollin, who brought an NBA championship to the nation's capital, was the NBA's longest-tenured owner. He considered his greatest accomplishment the construction of an arena in a neglected neighborhood, which has spearheaded a revitalization of downtown Washington since its opening in 1997.
Around the Nation
Point, Click, Feed: Web Boosts Food Banks' Efficiency()
November 24, 2009 Food banks are looking for innovative ways to make sure they have enough of the right kinds of food at the right times. Virtual food drives allow donors to choose items that the food bank needs. And because food banks buy in bulk, they can get more bang for the donated buck.
