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Dems, White House predict success on health care
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The White House and Democrats are confidently predicting Senate passage of President Barack Obama's health overhaul by Christmas after the bill cleared its second 60-vote test.
Recovery not as strong as previously thought
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The economy grew at a 2.2 percent pace in the third quarter, as the recovery got off to a weaker start than previously thought. But all signs suggest the economy will end the year on stronger footing.
November home sales soar 7.4 percent
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Home resales surged last month to the highest level in nearly three years, reflecting an extraordinary level of federal support that has pulled the housing market back from the worst downturn since the Great Depression.
White House prods Iran over nuclear deadline
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The White House is warning Iran's leader to take seriously a year-end deadline over its nuclear program, responding sternly to defiant language by the Iranian president.
White House picks new cyber coordinator
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The White House has tapped a corporate cyber security expert and former Bush administration official to lead the effort to shore up the country's computer networks and better coordinate with companies that operate 80 percent of those critical systems.
Eurostar resumes service between Paris and London
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Eurostar resumed its high-speed rail service linking Britain, France and Belgium on Tuesday after a three-day suspension that stranded tens of thousands of holiday travelers and left French President Nicolas Sarkozy indignant.
Obama to meet with small and community bankers
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President Barack Obama will discuss the economy, lending to small businesses and financial regulation when he sits down at the White House with representatives of a dozen small and community banks.
Auschwitz sign theft re-enacted for investigators
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Investigators said Tuesday the brazen theft of the infamous "Arbeit Macht Frei" ("Work Sets You Free") sign was commissioned by a foreigner outside of Poland.
Arnold Stang, actor known for nerdy roles, dies
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Arnold Stang, an actor who appeared alongside Milton Berle and Frank Sinatra and was known for his nerdy looks and distinctive nasal voice, has died. He was 91.
Serena Williams is 2009 AP Female Athlete of Year
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Playing her best at the most important events, Serena Williams re-established herself as the top player in women's tennis in 2009 and was a landslide choice as Female Athlete of the Year by members of The Associated Press.
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