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A new study by federal officials finds that state, local and federal health spending has steadily increased. And, the nation's health spending as a share of the economy jumped in 2009 by 1.1 points to 17.3 percent.

Find and promote live local music happening in your area.

President Bush arrives at the G-8 summit in Germany on Wednesday with a new plan on climate change as leaders of major industrialized countries gather for three days. But a bitter debate over missile defense looms over the talks.

The former first daughter and White House adviser spoke remotely to the committee about the Capitol insurrection.

A new state high school competition involving pots and pans will take place during the Kentucky State Fair. The state Agriculture Department says the…

Also: Manhunt continues for ex-Los Angeles police officer suspected in three murders; Northeast and New England continue to dig out from weekend blizzard; Medal of Honor to be awarded at White House.

Weekend Edition guest host Don Gonyea speaks with Silvio Pietroluongo of Billboard Magazine about the recent changes to the formula for the "Hot 100" chart. Billboard now incorporates the number of views on YouTube to determine the top songs in the country.

Also: Blast kills young girls in Afghanistan; Egypt's draft constitution gets support in first stage of voting; Sen. John Kerry expected to be tapped for secretary of state.

Also: Obama to warn Iran; China launches first aircraft carrier; controversial call adds to outrage over NFL's replacement referees.

How to get rid of the rodents? Why cats of course. The Tree House Humane Society in Chicago is taking feral cats that can't thrive in a home or shelter, and setting them up in rat infested areas.