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Destination DC stories: 2 news summaries

Japanese Say
'I Do' Stateside
to Save Money

Couples like marrying
in NY, Hawaii to duck $100K nuptials

May 3, 09 4:50 PM CDT
(Newser) - Thousands of Japanese couples have chosen to marry in the US over the past decade to avoid pricey weddings back home, NPR reports. Favored destinations like Hawaii and New York City may not be cheap, but they're easier on the pocketbook than ceremonies that include hundreds of family, friends, and... More »

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New York City • Japan • church • wedding • Hawaii • Destination DC

 Inaugural to Cost Record $160M 

Obama raising $45M in private funds to help pay massive bill

Jan 14, 09 3:12 AM CST
(Newser) - By the time Barack and Michelle Obama dance the last waltz at the inaugural balls in the wee hours next Wednesday morning, the total tab for the inauguration will be close to a record $160 million, reports the New York Daily News. The president-elect is raising $45 million in private... More »

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Maryland • security • Washington DC • Virginia • inauguration • Office of Management and Budget • President Obama • Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies • inaugural balls • Destination DC

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