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U.S. President Barack Obama tours the Great Wall in Badaling, China, Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009.

Obama's 'Great'
China Visit

President Barack Obama absorbed history's expanse Wednesday from atop the Great Wall of China, a manmade wonder of such enormity that Obama found himself putting daily life in perspective. "It's magical," Obama said, walking down a ramp alone, his hands in his pockets.

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Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid of Nev., center, is asked questions by reporters on Capitol Hill in Washington, Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009. Reid is...

Historic health care bill nears key Senate vote

Democratic officials say the Senate health care bill is likely to include a new long-term care insurance program to help disabled people and the elderly stay in their homes.

The officials say Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid is expected

President Barack Obama exits Air Force One at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland, Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009.

Obama trumpets Asia trip as boost to US economy

President Barack Obama's eight-day trip to Asia produced no tangible wins for the United States, though he is citing talks with Asian allies that he says could help create thousands of job and open new markets for American goods in the future.

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