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Federal retirees could receive COLA boost for first time since 2008
Latest data indicate a possible 4 percent increase as of Dec. 1.
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Rare virus catches CDC's eye
It's known as HEV68, and it can cause an unusually severe type of cold that can even kill in some cases.
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Play of the Day -- President Obama stars on Telemundo show, plus: Colbert forms 501c4
A daily roundup of late-night video.
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House approves funding bill until next week
Passage of the “bridge” measure went off without drama, but danger of a shutdown still looms for Tuesday.
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Play of the Day: Tempting Chris Christie ... with fried chicken?
A daily roundup of late-night video.
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Photo Gallery: Rallying for the Post Office
Images of local postal workers taking to the Washington streets.
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Obama's deputy Commerce pick withdraws nomination
Terry Garcia, an executive vice president at the National Geographic Society, was named for the post in May but hasn't been confirmed.
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The economic impact of a near-shutdown
Some experts say budget brinkmanship will stir less fear as it grows more routine and yields long-term improvements.
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Play of the Day -- Mel Gibson was the 'Antichrist' Obama heckler? Plus: Screech for Obama in 2012
A daily roundup of late-night video.
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USPS labor contracts limit agency flexibility, report finds
Work-hour guarantees and compensation systems contribute to higher costs, IG says.
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Play of the Day -- Stewart calls GOP race a season of 'American Idol' in reverse
A daily roundup of late-night video.
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Federal job applicants headed for a better shopping experience
USAJobs redesign will follow common practices for retail websites, making it easier to target searches.
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U.S. rushes to give away military equipment
Elaborate military bases, vehicles and spare ammunition will be handed off to the Iraqi government, reports say.
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