Monthly Archives: May 2011

Government appoints ash scientist

Written on May 31, 2011 by Editor - Top News Stories

31 May 2011 Last updated at 12:06 ET Ash from Iceland’s volcanoes has disrupted flights in the UK and Europe The government has appointed its chief scientist to oversee the UK’s reaction to any future volcanic ash clouds. Professor Sir … Continue reading →

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A Lid on Health Insurance Rate Increases

Written on May 31, 2011 by Editor - Health News

Opponents of a bill that would allow state regulators to reject unreasonable increases in health insurance premiums are stepping up their attacks on the measure, contending that it would push premiums even higher and make healthcare less available. These arguments … Continue reading →

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Bahrain ready to host Grand Prix

Written on May 31, 2011 by Editor - BBC World News

Bahrain GP called off amid political unrest

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Government 2012 tickets queried

Written on May 31, 2011 by Editor - Top News Stories

31 May 2011 Last updated at 12:12 ET Public tickets for canoeing and other events will be allocated by 24 June The government is being urged to explain why it has bought 9,000 tickets for the 2012 Olympics in London. … Continue reading →

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Baby concerns ‘not listened to’

Written on May 31, 2011 by Editor - Health News

31 May 2011 Last updated at 05:45 ET By Marie-Louise Connolly BBC Northern Ireland health correspondent Anne-Marie Smyth said her own instincts told her something was wrong, but “no-one listened” A County Down woman believes her baby son may have … Continue reading →

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High-Deductible Insurance Plans Are Gaining Popularity

Written on May 31, 2011 by Editor - Health News

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More universities charge £9,000

Written on May 31, 2011 by Editor - Top News Stories

31 May 2011 Last updated at 12:16 ET Bangor University said it had not been an easy decision to make Glamorgan and Bangor universities are the latest in Wales to set maximum tuition fees of £9,000 a year for students … Continue reading →

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Google to track dengue fever hubs

Written on May 31, 2011 by Editor - Health News

31 May 2011 Last updated at 08:09 ET The tool maps instances of dengue fever-related queries on the Google search engine Google is using search patterns about dengue fever in an attempt to help health officials prepare for outbreaks. It … Continue reading →

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Under an Arizona Plan, Smokers and the Obese Would Pay Medicaid Fee

Written on May 31, 2011 by Editor - Health News

Arizona, like many other states, says it is no longer able to finance its Medicaid program adequately. As part of a plan to cut costs, the state has proposed imposing a $50 fee on childless adults on Medicaid who are … Continue reading →

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Syria declares ‘general amnesty’

Written on May 31, 2011 by Editor - BBC World News

31 May 2011 Last updated at 13:03 ET Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has issued a decree granting a general amnesty, state media say. The amnesty would cover political opposition movements, including the outlawed Muslim Brotherhood, the reports said. President Assad … Continue reading →

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