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WASHINGTON – The new Congress convened Tuesday with the House moved to re-elect Dennis Hastert (search) as speaker after majority Republicans retreated on efforts to weaken ethics rules. Lawmakers got down to the business of considering President Bush’s ambitious agenda after the swearing-in of 41 new members. The Senate also …

A young woman’s sex life may influence her risk of kidney infection. New research shows that women younger than 50 who have sex at least three times per week, take a new partner, or recently used spermicides have a higher risk of kidney infections. Diabetes, urinary incontinence, and a history …

WASHINGTON – Democrats should have talked more directly about fundamental values and ideals in last year’s presidential campaign, Sen. Edward M. Kennedy (search) said Wednesday, outlining a progressive agenda aimed at moving the party and the nation forward. Democrats must do a better job speaking about the principles they believe …