US ‘delays’ Keystone XL decision
Craig TaylorThe US state department gives federal agencies more time to review the Keystone XL oil pipeline before determining whether to issue a permit. BBC News – US & Canada
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Obama: Healthcare law ‘is working’
President Barack Obama defends his signature healthcare law, saying the debate over its repeal is “over” as he touts high enrolment numbers. BBC News – US & Canada
Bloomberg in $50m push for gun laws
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg announces a $ 50m (£30m) election year push for stricter gun laws across the US. BBC News – US & Canada
Boston to mark bombing anniversary
Memorial ceremonies are due to be held in the US city of Boston to mark the anniversary of the deadly bombing at last year’s marathon. BBC News – US & Canada
Three dead in Kansas City shootings
At least three people are shot dead at a Jewish community campus and a retirement home in Kansas City in the US Midwest. BBC News – US & Canada
NSA denies it knew of Heartbleed bug
The US National Security Agency denies it knew about or exploited the Heartbleed online security flaw. BBC News – US & Canada