Texas Governor Rick Perry earlier said he was declaring the area a disaster and would request an emergency declaration for federal aid from President Barack Obama, who has offered any help needed.

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Texas state Governor Rick Perry said he was declaring the area a disaster and would request an emergency declaration for federal aid from US President Barack Obama, who has apparently offered any help needed.

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East Devon District Council said staff from its benefits team were to work with JobCentre Plus to ensure those affected received any help they needed.

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The good Mr. Santana asked the customer if he needed any help, to which the reply was no thanks.

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This morning's Olympic news has revived the rivalry between two great cities, London and Paris, as if that rivalry needed any help.

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Police have issued blankets to stranded motorists and officers said they were offering any other help that was needed as quickly as possible.

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Peter Black AM, Lib Dem health spokesperson, said while his party welcomed any initiative to help overweight and obese children in Wales, questions needed to be asked about why Welsh children were "comparatively more overweight by international standards".

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