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Iraq: That 'Other' War
With much of the world now focused on Afghanistan, what about the war in Iraq? Could the failure of civilian government lead to renewed violence and pull US troops back into action? What would that mean for the surge in Afghanistan? Also, the Senate votes to safeguard coverage for mammograms, and Cable giant Comcast takes over NBC Universal.
By Warren Olney • • 50m ListenWith much of the world now focused on Afghanistan, what about the war in Iraq? Could the failure of civilian government lead to renewed violence and pull US troops back into action? What would that mean for the surge in Afghanistan? Also, the Senate votes to safeguard coverage for mammograms, and Comcast, NBC-Universal and the future of free, broadcast television.
Banner image: Iraqis hold portraits of Sunni Muslim MP Saleh al-Mutlak, one of the leaders of the new Iraqi National Movement coalition, during a protest in Baquba, northeastern Baghdad, on December 3, 2009 in support of Vice President Tareq al-Hashemi who vetoed an electoral law in an attempt to secure more power for Sunnis. Photo: AFP/Getty Images
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3 storiesSenate Votes to Safeguard Coverage for Mammograms
Senate debate on healthcare reform turned to mammograms today, with just 61 votes — one more than required — for guaranteeing coverage . The issue arose after heated controversy over an advisory panel’s recommendation that mammograms are not routinely needed for women in their 40’s. Jeffrey Young covers healthcare for The Hill .
Read the story8 minIraq: That 'Other' War
As the US prepares to send 30,000 or more troops to Afghanistan, Iraq has seen a dramatic decrease in violence, less today than at any time since the US-led invasion of 2003. All 120,000 American troops are out of the cities, replaced by Iraqi forces.
Read the story34 minComcast-GE Deal Will Reshape Television
When General Electric bought NBC Universal , broadcast television was a reliable cash cow. Now, cable provider Comcast has cemented the deal with GE to buy NBC Universal, a pioneer in free, broadcast TV. Jay Leno, The Office and the Peacock itself are "being thrown in the deal like complimentary floor mats in a new car."
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