Short Takes

The Pentagon proposes budget cuts and reductions.

Egypt -- Six Americans are barred from leaving the country.

Syria -- Arab League observers of the fighting get a very short tour.

Iran -- Israel thinks they're bluffing about retaliation.

Yet another GOP debate, this time in Jacksonville.

Buying American -- Car buyers steer away from imports.

Back On -- Channel 7 in South Florida settled its dispute with DirecTV.

R.I.P. Robert Hegyes, 60, actor from Welcome Back, Kotter.