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U.S., Russia readying pact to slash nuclear weapons
December 21, 2009The U.S. and Russia are close to an agreement that will make major cuts in their nuclear stockpiles. It is seen as a step in the direction of complete nuclear disarmament.
Read moreFarmers vs. USDA in bias lawsuits
December 21, 2009For farmers, when disaster strikes, they could go to the U.S. Department of Agriculture to get an emergency loan to save a crop or a herd of cattle.
Read moreDallas residents celebrate Day of the Immigrants
December 21, 2009Every day, immigrants are leaving behind their homelands in search for the American dream. Their stories of struggle and hardships may never be heard.
Read moreLabor Dept. to force firms to disclose union-busting tactics
December 21, 2009Among at least 20 new rules President Obama's Labor Department plans to introduce in the new year is one that would require companies to file financial disclosures on their union-busting activity.
Read moreAfghan war hurts domestic agenda, Mich. peace leader says
December 21, 2009"War is subverting the domestic agenda," Dr. Prasad Venugopal told peace activists. "There is no room for despair in the peace movement because a lot of lives depend on it."
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