While the debate continues in Washington, health care systems nationwide struggle to offset money spent to treat patients who cannot afford to pay their bills.
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Bills Stalled, Hospitals Fear Rising Unpaid Care
Japanese Split on Exposing Secret Pacts With U.S.
Agreements on U.S. bases and allowing nuclear-armed ships in Japanese ports date from the 1960s and 1970s.
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In Northern Iraq, a Vote Seems Likely to Split on Familiar Lines
In Nineveh Province, a coming parliamentary election considered crucial to Iraqi unity is instead highlighting conflicts among ethnic and religious groups.
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Paperwork Hinders Airlifts of Ill Haitian Children
Doctors and aid workers are wrestling with the burden of proving that they are not illegally transporting children, whose risk of dying is rising while the paperwork awaits.
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Mortgage Mess Breeds Unlikely Allies
Some activists and investors have formed a loose coalition, aiming to cut amounts owed by borrowers whose loans exceed the values of their homes.
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Fannie, Freddie Remain State Wards
With no blueprints for the future and no clear exit strategy for the government, Fannie and Freddie are focusing for now on the U.S. loan-modification program.
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