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White House To Reuse Old Christmas Decorations Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:57:00 -0500 The White House is achieving some cost savings with its holiday trimmings. First lady Laura Bush gave reporters a sneak peek of White House decorations, including the official Christmas tree. She pointed out that some ornaments are being reused from past Christmases. UnitedHealth Insures Against Becoming Uninsured Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:52:00 -0500 United Healthcare is allowing clients to pay a premium to guarantee their right to buy health insurance in the future. The new product, which is called "continuity," is aimed at policyholders who might lose coverage if they leave their jobs. Clinic To Disclose Doctors' Industry Ties Wed, 03 Dec 2008 16:49:00 -0500 The Cleveland Clinic is making it easier for the public to find out if its doctors get money from pharmaceutical companies and medical device makers. The move could help patients evaluate whether the doctors are acting in their best interests. How Big Three Automakers Can Win Over Congress Wed, 03 Dec 2008 16:39:00 -0500 The CEOs of the Big Three automakers are headed back to Washington to renew their calls for a bailout. Ohio Sen. Sherrod Brown, a Democrat, offers his insight into what Detroit needs to do to get in the good graces of Congress and stay out of bankruptcy. Rule Change Makes It Easier To Dump Mining Waste Wed, 03 Dec 2008 16:38:00 -0500 The Environmental Protection agency approved Tuesday new rules that make it easier for mining companies to dump waste near rivers and streams. Environmentalists argue that dumping the rubble fouls the waters, kills fish and causes flooding in nearby communities. With Hispanics Watching, Obama Picks Richardson Wed, 03 Dec 2008 16:37:00 -0500 President-elect Barack Obama formally tapped New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson to be his commerce secretary. Richardson is the highest-ranking Hispanic so far in Obama's administration, something Hispanic leaders are watching closely. Conceptualizing Sol Lewitt's 'Wall Drawings' Wed, 03 Dec 2008 16:34:00 -0500 Sol LeWitt was one of the pioneers of conceptual art. He saw it in his mind, then communicated it to others to complete. Dozens of people have done just that with his ideas for his famous Wall Drawings, which are now at the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art. Mumbai Attacks Offer New Lessons On Terrorism Wed, 03 Dec 2008 16:29:00 -0500 Law enforcement officials are trying to learn from the terrorist attacks in India. During the attacks, hostages weren't used as bargaining chips — investigators say they were killed early on in the siege. New York Police Department and FBI hostage negotiators discuss how the game has changed. |
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