Rob Kulat, a spokesman for the Federal Railroad Administration, said the agency was aware of states' concerns and would look into whether waivers can be granted in next year's round of funding to get around the matching requirement.

WSJ: High-Speed-Rail Costs Irk States

It takes Mr. Fleming-Wood almost exactly 45 minutes to change in the office locker room, run around the lake (four miles round trip), shower and get back to his desk.

WSJ: Finding Exercise That's in Tune with Work

They have divergent positions on the Doha Round talks, but this may not be an important factor, especially if nations get around to recognizing that these trade negotiations are dead in any event.

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