Healthcare bill passes, faces next challenge

The House passed the Senate's health care reform bill last night by a vote of 224 to 206, but Americans shouldn't expect to see changes right away. Before any legislative changes are made, members of the Senate have to sign off on the changes made to the bill on order to address the differences between the Senate and House bills. Senate Republicans maintain they will use any legislative techniques to delay or stop the bill from passing.

President Obama will sign the bill Tuesday, at which point the bill will be passed along to the Senate. Senate members can offer unlimited amendments and challenges to the reconciled bill that will be ruled on by the Senate parliamentarian, according to Senate rules. Passing the bill was a victory for the democrats, but the high degree of partisanship involved in the healthcare debate will likey delay the legislation for a significant period of time.

Syracuse coasts past Gonzaga in second round of NCAA tournament

Syracuse made quick work of the eighth-seeded Gonzaga Bulldogs Sunday in the second round of the NCAA tournament. The game was out of hand midway through the first half as Wes Johnson contributed 31 points and 14 rebounds on the way to an 87-65 victory. Andy Rautins added 24 points and Brandon Triche contributed 13 in a game where the Orange were without starting center and defensive anchor Arinze Onuaku who is still recovering from a knee injury. Even after Rick Jackson went to the bench with three early fouls, seven-foot freshman DaShonte Riley stepped in without the Orange skipping a beat. The Orange will face fifth-seeded Butler in the Sweet 16.

Astronaut Buzz Aldrin to "Dance with the Stars"

The second astronaut to set foot on the moon is set to return to center stage. Astronaut Buzz Aldrin committed to be a contestant on ABC's "Dancing With the Stars." 80-year old Aldrin is partnered with Ashly Costa, and remains physically fit. Aldrin hopes that his appearance on the show will draw attention to his two childrens' books and his autobiography. Monday night will mark Aldrin's first public dance since his two-and-a-half hours on the moon in 1969.