SAN FRANCISCO -- Forget voice calls. They're oh so retro. That cell phone in your pocket is well on its way to becoming a remote control for your life.

From The Associated Press

SACRAMENTO -- State Treasurer Phil Angelides, senior advocates and others urged state HMO regulators to reject a proposed merger between health insurers PacifiCare Health Systems and United Health Group, unless the companies reduce a multimillion-dollar executive compensation plan.

WASHINGTON -- Defense Department and intelligence officials concerned about problems with a classified spy satellite program are preparing to shift part of the program's contract from Boeing Co. to Lockheed Martin Corp., a government official familiar with the discussions said Friday.

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