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Cybersecurity bill introduced in Senate

WASHINGTON, Mar. 17, 2010 (Reuters) — A new version of a cybersecurity bill was introduced in the Senate on Tuesday that may eliminate some opposition to the measure from the tech industry. ...  > full story

House panel to explore Lehman examiner report

WASHINGTON, Mar. 17, 2010 (Reuters) — A House panel will hold a hearing exploring regulatory failures leading up to the collapse of Lehman Brothers, after a court-appointed examiner report found elaborate accounting tricks that helped to hide the investment bank's insolvency. ...  > full story

Lawmaker seeks new sanctions on Iran before May

WASHINGTON, Mar. 17, 2010 (Reuters) — A key lawmaker said on Wednesday he wanted Congress to impose new sanctions on Iran by the end of April in concert with tough, new international action against Tehran over its nuclear work. ...  > full story

Senator asks drugmakers to explain prices

WASHINGTON, Mar. 17, 2010 (Reuters) — A Senate Democrat asked top drugmakers on Wednesday to explain why Americans pay higher prices for prescription drugs than patients do in other developed nations. ...  > full story

U.S., India move to strengthen trade, investment ties

WASHINGTON, Mar. 17, 2010 (Reuters) — The United States and India signed an agreement on Wednesday to strengthen trade and investment ties, following through on a pledge leaders of the two countries made last year. ...  > full story

Obama says U.S., Ireland see economic stabilization

WASHINGTON, Mar. 17, 2010 (Reuters) — President Barack Obama said on Wednesday that he and Irish Prime Minister Brian Cowen see signs of economic stabilization on both sides of the Atlantic but more work is needed for job creation. ...  > full story

U.S. urges ally Turkey to join Iran sanctions push

WASHINGTON, Mar. 17, 2010 (Reuters) — The United States urged Turkey on Wednesday to support more sanctions against Iran over Tehran's nuclear program, saying Ankara could face consequences if it moves out of step with the international community. ...  > full story

Regulators to U.S. banks: tighten up on funding

WASHINGTON, Mar. 17, 2010 (Reuters) — The Federal Reserve and other banking regulators jointly reminded financial institutions on Wednesday about the importance of managing their liquidity to avoid a repeat of the financial crisis. ...  > full story

Kucinich backs healthcare bill

WASHINGTON, Mar. 17, 2010 (Reuters) — Democratic Representative Dennis Kucinich, saying he may be the "deciding vote," announced on Wednesday he will back the Senate-passed healthcare bill that President Barack Obama hopes to sign into law. ...  > full story

Obama pitching healthcare reform on Fox News

LOS ANGELES, Mar. 16, 2010 (Hollywood Reporter) — President Barack Obama is venturing into enemy territory to drum up last-minute support for healthcare reform ahead of a crucial vote in the House of Representatives. ...  > full story
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