Jobless rate tops 10 pct. for first time since '83 WASHINGTON - The unemployment rate has hit double digits for the first time since 1983 - and is likely to go higher. 'Kill the bill' protesters target health care WASHINGTON - Chanting "Kill the bill," thousands of conservatives incensed over the Democrats' health care overhaul protested at the Capitol on Thursday, arguing that the legislation amounts to a government takeover of the nation's medical system. Democrats' plan to help 'uninsurables' questioned WASHINGTON - You're afraid your cancer is back, and a health insurance company just turned you down. Under the health care bills in Congress, you could apply for coverage through a new high-risk pool that President Barack Obama promises would immediately start serving patients with pre-existing medical problems. Wait a second. Read the fine print. You may have to be uninsured for six months to qualify.
Genetic tests for UK asylum seekers draw criticism LONDON - Britain is using genetic tests on some African asylum seekers in an effort to catch those who are lying about their nationality, drawing criticism from scientists and provoking outrage from rights groups.