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07 Nov 2009 22:35
Sunday, November 8, 2009 - Last Update: 1:04 AM ET (06:04 GMT)
Narrow Vote of 220-215 Provides Victory for Obama
By CARL HULSE and ROBERT PEAR 11:26 PM ET
WASHINGTON — Handing President Obama a hard-fought victory, lawmakers voted to approve a $1.1 trillion, 10-year plan that Democrats said could be their defining social policy achievement.
Luke Sharrett/The New York Times
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi in Washington on Saturday.
Windfall Is Seen as Bank Bonuses Are Paid in Stock
By LOUISE STORY
Bankers are likely to make unusually large gains on the stock grants and options they received after shares in their companies fell sharply during the financial meltdown.
Marooned on Sea of Iraqi Oil, but Unable to Tap Its Wealth
By TIMOTHY WILLIAMS
BASRA, Iraq — Despite the riches trapped below the oil fields of Basra, the city of three million is plagued by poverty, unemployment, and poor sanitation.
Ecosystem in Peru Is Losing a Key Ally
By SIMON ROMERO
ICA, Peru — Peruvians pose what might be a final challenge to the ecosystem supported by the giant huarango tree, which is coveted as a source of charcoal and firewood.
With Wall Just a Memory, German Divisions Fade
By NICHOLAS KULISH
BERLIN — Germany is now more peaceful, more united and less turbulent than people had expected.
Chasing the Story on a Night That Changed All
By ALISON SMALE
Recalling the joy of unexpected liberation at the Berlin Wall, let loose on a city that knew how to party, makes an editor tremble with emotion even now.
Interactive Feature: A Division Through Time
A historical look at points along the border that separated East and West Berlin from 1961 until 1989.
The Shooting at Fort Hood
Preliminary Inquiry Finds No Link to Terror Plot
By DAVID JOHNSTON and ERIC SCHMITT
WASHINGTON — Investigators believe that Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan, the suspect in the mass shooting at Ford Hood, acted under a welter of emotional, ideological and religious pressures.
All Afghan War Options by Obama Aides Said to Call for More Troops
By PETER BAKER and HELENE COOPER
WASHINGTON — The president has apparently rejected the most extreme choices being discussed on troop levels in the eight-year-old war.
Who Is a Jew? Court Ruling in Britain Raises Question
By SARAH LYALL
LONDON — A case involving the admissions policy of a Jewish high school in London has potential repercussions for thousands of other parochial schools across Britain.
Israeli Asks Abbas Not to Step Down
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
TEL AVIV — Appealing to the president of the Palestinian Authority, who announced that he would not seek re-election, the Israeli president said: Dont let go.
Guyana Leader Suspects Terrorist
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
GEORGETOWN, Guyana — Recent arson attacks and shootings are the work of a mastermind living in the United States, the Guyanese president said.
Mexican Army Makes Large Opium Seizure8:30 PM ET
Cuban Blogger Reports Beating8:03 PM ET
Haiti's New Prime Minister Wins Confirmation7:02 PM ET
Obama Offers Sympathy and Urges No Jump to Conclusions
WASHINGTON — President Obama, extending condolences to Fort Hood, Tx., reminded Americans that people of every race, faith and station serve in the military an oblique attempt to prevent a backlash against Muslims.
Readers’ Reviews »Movies: ‘Precious’
“A brave film that doesn’t falsely manipulate one’s emotions. Each character’s flaws and virtues are presented matter-of-factly and realistically,” writes Michael in London
Share your thoughts on topics ranging from drug costs to health care abroad.
What Fell Apart, What Came Together
Nine poets write new works inspired by the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989.
Op-Classic, 1989: Freedom Danced
Tom Brokaw tells of the chaos and joy that came with the fall of the Berlin Wall.
Week in Review »
Claude Lévi-Strauss’s Two-Part Harmonies
Look for opposites common to all societies to explain the French anthroplogist.
Op-Ed: The Savage Detective
Claude Lévi-Strauss, the last great French philosopher, reshaped the simple art of gathering information about so-called primitives.
Movies »
A New Attack on the Iraq War Film
A new film portrays the struggles of those who tell families their loved ones are dead.
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Health Bill Earns One Republican Vote
November 8, 2009, 12:37 AM
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To Make South Republican, Deny Blacks the Vote, Senator Says
November 8, 2009, 12:01 AM
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Chargers at Giants: What to Watch
November 7, 2009, 9:49 PM
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At War: From the Arab Press: Coverage of the Fort Hood Killings
November 7, 2009, 9:41 PM
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Bay Area: Highlights From Sunday's Bay Area Report
November 7, 2009, 7:20 PM
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The Quad: Jeremy Tyler's Rocky Overseas Trip
November 7, 2009, 7:02 PM
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Nicholas D. Kristof: Is That a Plastic Bottle You're Drinking From?
November 7, 2009, 9:22 PM
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Getting a Grip on Drugs and Horses
November 7, 2009, 3:00 PM
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Reagan! Reagan! Reagan!
November 7, 2009, 2:10 PM
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Invitation to Veterans and Families
November 7, 2009, 1:47 PM
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07 Nov 2009 05:31
Saturday, November 7, 2009 - Last Update: 7:55 AM ET (12:55 GMT)
Prospect of More U.S. Troops Worries Afghan Public
CHARIKAR, Afghanistan — Eight years of war have left people in Afghanistan exhausted, impatient and increasingly unsure that the Taliban can be defeated.
Lebanon’s Opposition Said to Agree to Government
By REUTERS
BEIRUT — Lebanon’s opposition, including Hezbollah, agreed to join a unity government proposed by Saad al-Hariri, a senior opposition source said.
Broader Measure of Unemployment Stands at 17.5%
By DAVID LEONHARDT
The official jobless rate excludes millions of people who have given up looking for work and part-time workers who want to be working full time.
Chinese Agencies Struggle Over How to Handle Video Game
By MICHAEL WINES
BEIJING — Two government agencies are facing off over the right to regulate the popular online game World of Warcraft.
The Victims at Fort HoodLearn about the individuals who were killed in the Fort Hood shootings, and share your memories of each victim.
From Humdrum Day to a Scene of Chaos
By CAMPBELL ROBERTSON and RAY RIVERA
Survivors of the shooting say that in a few seconds, everything changed.
Room for Debate
Combat Stress and the Fort Hood Gunman
How significant is post-traumatic stress among caregivers?
Room for Debate
Combat Stress and the Gunman
By THE EDITORS
Is post-traumatic stress among caregivers a significant problem?
More on the Shooting at Fort Hood
British Bankers Defend Their Pay and Bonuses
By JULIA WERDIGIER
LONDON — Regulators, central bankers and citizens are criticizing bankers for continuing large compensation packages while receiving government funds.
U.N. Says U.S. Delays Led to Aid Cuts in Somalia
NAIROBI — The U.S. greatly reduced food contributions out of fears they would be diverted to terrorists.
NATO Soldiers Missing as Taliban Reports Recovery of Two Bodies
As allied forces search for two missing soldiers in Afghanistan a Taliban spokesman said fighters had recovered the bodies of two drowned soldiers.
Adversities Await Iraqis Who Return Home
By JOHN LELAND
BAGHDAD — More than half a million Iraqi families have left their homes since 2003, and one international group has identified fewer than 60,000 who have returned.
Group Wont Suspend Zimbabwe on Mining Abuses
By CELIA W. DUGGER
JOHANNESBURG — Members of the United Nations-endorsed Kimberley Process will send a monitor to decide whether future exports of rough diamonds from eastern Zimbabwe can be certified as conflict-free.
As Honduran Deal Failed, Split Behind Crisis Grew
MEXICO CITY — At each stage, the camps of the ousted president and of the acting president have been on different pages.
Obama Reminds Nation of Military’s Diversity
By SHERYL GAY STOLBERG 41 minutes ago
WASHINGTON — President Obama, extending condolences to Fort Hood, Texas, reminded Americans that people of every race, faith and station serve in the military an oblique attempt to prevent a backlash against Muslims.
House Set to Open Healthcare Debate1 minute ago
Analysis: 10 Percent Jobless Is Obama's New World24 minutes ago
Fort Hood, Community Mourn Shooting Victims35 minutes ago
Interactive Feature: The View From the Wall
To mark the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, readers submitted their photos and memories.
The Lede: Fort Hood
“Having grown up on Army posts ... you think they are the safest places in the world to be. The Major is a major coward to take advantage of that feeling of trust and community, and violate it by opening fire on an unarmed population,” writes Kitty
N.Y./Region »
Seeing Paris in 5 Boroughs of New York
How much does the City of Light shine on the Big Apple?
Editorial: Coup, Uninterrupted
After the unraveling of a deal in Honduras, the U.S. needs to leave no doubt that an election run by coup plotters will not be credible.
In Prague, Toasts to the Velvet Revolution
A nonprofit group is organizing a re-enactment of the student march.
Business »
Virtual Goods Start Bringing Real Paydays
Consumers are spending to send computer images on social networks and to get an edge in online worlds.
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Waltor Payton's Tribute
November 7, 2009, 7:48 AM
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Slap Shot: N.H.L. Scores: Leafs Beat Canes in Battle of Tail-Enders
November 7, 2009, 3:05 AM
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Prescriptions: For Those Scoring at Home
November 7, 2009, 1:31 AM
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Times Traveler: Women's Suffrage Campaign at Full Tilt
November 7, 2009, 12:01 AM
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Rodriguez Savors First Title
November 6, 2009, 11:37 PM
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Wordplay: Oh, I Don't Know
November 6, 2009, 10:00 PM
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Combat Stress and the Fort Hood Gunman
November 6, 2009, 7:09 PM
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The Opinionator: Weekend Opinionator: Are Democrats, Too, Facing a Civil War?
November 6, 2009, 6:40 PM
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What Are the Most Notable Quotes From 2009?
November 6, 2009, 2:43 PM
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Home Fires: Surviving Fort Hood
November 6, 2009, 2:09 PM
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Why not a WPA?
November 6, 2009, 10:44 AM
Gambit »
Players Remain Deadlocked at Moscow Tournament
All games on the second day of an elite chess tournament in Moscow end in draws.
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06 Nov 2009 07:06
Friday, November 6, 2009 - Last Update: 10:05 AM ET (15:05 GMT)
Accused Gunman, Army Psychiatrist, in Stable Condition
By ROBERT D. McFADDEN 11 minutes ago
Investigators on Friday began piecing together how and why Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan killed 13 people in a mass shooting at the Fort Hood Army post in Texas.
5 minutes ago
Maj. Hasan has not yet been interrogated; there are “unconfirmed reports” that he shouted “Allahu akbar” during the shooting; the police officer who shot him has been identified.
Ben Sklar/Getty Images
Suspect Was ‘Mortified’ About Deployment
By JAMES DAO
Having counseled scores of returning soldiers over combat stress, Major Hasan knew war’s realities, a cousin said.
- Victims Flood Local Hospitals
- Times Topics: Nidal Malik HasanFort Hood
U.S. Unemployment Rate Hits 10.2%, Highest in 26 Years
By JAVIER C. HERNANDEZ 45 minutes ago
The United States economy shed 190,000 jobs in October, the government reported, and economists do not foresee relief until well into next year.
Brown Warns Afghan Leader on Corruption
By JOHN F. BURNS and ALAN COWELL 10 minutes ago
The prime minister said that President Hamid Karzai would lose British support if he failed to stem corruption.
Reviews Raise Doubt on Training of Afghan Forces
By THOM SHANKER and JOHN H. CUSHMAN Jr.
WASHINGTON — The U.S. program is struggling to help largely illiterate and often corrupt Afghan forces, documents suggest.
Honduras Deal Appears to Fall Apart
By ELISABETH MALKIN 8:30 AM ET
MEXICO CITY — Manuel Zelaya, deposed in a June coup, said through a spokesman that a power-sharing pact was dead and blamed the de facto government.
Brain Drain in Reverse Behind Fallen Berlin Wall
By CARTER DOUGHERTY 6:31 AM ET
DRESDEN — Two decades after the Berlin Wall came down, those who once left Dresden to seek work in western Germany are returning.
To Merkel, a Night in ’89 Was Just the First Step on a Long Path for 2 Germanys
By NICHOLAS KULISH
BERLIN — As the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall approaches, Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany discussed the event and the long path Germans have taken since then to bring the two sides closer together.
Afghan Taliban Say Have Bodies Of 2 Foreign Troops22 minutes ago
2 Coalition Service Members Missing in Afghanistan35 minutes ago
No Takers For Abbas' Palestinian Presidency9:03 AM ET
Two Held in Killings of Russian Lawyer, Reporter
By ELLEN BARRY and MICHAEL SCHWIRTZ
MOSCOW — A Moscow court on Thursday reviewed charges against two suspects in the January assassination of the human rights lawyer Stanislav Markelov and the reporter Anastasia Baburova.
Top Palestinian Rules Out Race for Re-election
RAMALLAH, West Bank — Mahmoud Abbas has threatened to resign before, but his statement showed his frustration with the state of Mideast diplomacy.
Paraguayan President Replaces Military Leadership
By ALEXEI BARRIONUEVO
SÃO PAULO, Brazil — The new commanders were sworn in a day after President Fernando Lugo abruptly removed the leaders of the army, navy and air force amid speculation of a possible coup attempt.
Shooting Victims Flood Local Hospitals
By NADIA TAHA
While most of the victims were believed to have been military personnel, one of the dead was a civilian police officer.
Mass Shooting at Fort Hood
“This is a tragedy, no doubt. But what's even more tragic is how the anti-war crowd is going to use this as an excuse for why we have to pull out,” writes Chris in Afghanistan
T Magazine »
Design and Living Winter 2009
It's all about ... design that bridges generations, compound living and more.
Editorial Notebook: Apples, Apples, Apples
Apples are representative of an overall trend in agriculture and our food culture — what is available is more generic to suit our generic tastes.
Movie Reviews »
Howls of a Life, Buried Deep Within
“Precious” is a mash-up that might have been ungainly, but is graceful instead.
Editorial: Tribal Chiefs and the President
President Obama has taken important steps to address the severe economic and social problems facing American Indians.
Africa »
Deadly Gas Flows Add to a Lake’s List of Perils
Carbon dioxide and methane flow beneath Lake Kivu and along its shores.
Happy Days: Is That All There Is?
Readers on the role that death plays in their attitudes towards life.
Travel »
Unsung Alto Alentejo
This part of Portugal is emerging as a stylish backwater for the international set.
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ArtsBeat: Graphic Books Best-Seller List
November 6, 2009, 10:00 AM
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Live Blogging the Yankees' Parade
November 6, 2009, 9:43 AM
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The Fifth Down: Week 9 N.F.L. Matchups
November 6, 2009, 9:39 AM
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CF Industries Rejects 'Final' Agrium Bid
November 6, 2009, 9:34 AM
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Women Still Not Quite Half of Work Force
November 6, 2009, 9:27 AM
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Green Inc.: Syngas With Carbon Capture at Cook Inlet
November 6, 2009, 9:26 AM
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Weekend Competition: Steve Martin Luther King Lear
November 6, 2009, 10:00 AM
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Obama's trap
November 6, 2009, 9:50 AM
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Room for Debate: Abbas Makes His Move
November 5, 2009, 8:23 PM
Slap Shot »
Forsberg Hunt Intensifies
The Russian champions Ak Bars Kazan deny that they seek to sign the fragile Swedish superstar.
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05 Nov 2009 15:25
6:21 PM ET (23:21 GMT)
One Gunman Killed; Two Held in Attack at Texas Army Base
By MARIA NEWMAN 2 minutes ago
Military officials identified the gunman as Army Maj. Malik Nadal Hasan. Two other suspects are in custody.
The Lede Blog
Latest Updates
By ROBERT MACKEY 2 minutes ago
A spokesman for Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison of Texas said the senator had been told that the gunman was upset about his upcoming deployment to Iraq or Afghanistan.
Rodolfo Gonzalez/Austin American-Statesman, via Associated Press
Lt. Gen. Robert Cone spoke to the press at Fort Hood.
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Palestinian President Says He Won’t Seek Re-election
By ETHAN BRONNER and MARK LANDLER 58 minutes ago
RAMALLAH, West Bank — Mahmoud Abbas, who is considered a moderate, pro-Western leader, has threatened in the past to resign. But he insisted his decision was final.
U.N. Relocates Foreign Staff in Afghanistan
By ALISSA J. RUBIN 3:19 PM ET
KABUL — The temporary move after an attack last week was a signal of pressure on U.N. operations in the region.
Karadzic Gets Delay, and Lawyer, in War Crimes Trial3:51 PM ET
International Court to Investigate Kenya Violence26 minutes ago
E.U. Leaders Bolster Internet Access Protections8:29 AM ET
Bank of England Adds to Stimulus, E.C.B. Stands Pat3:05 PM ET
Toyota Returns to Profit7:30 AM ET
French Minister Calls British Tories ‘Pathetic’8:16 AM ET
Iran Detains Journalist for French News Agency1:40 PM ET
India Restricts Coverage of Dalai Lama’s Visit1:40 PM ET
Insider Trading Charges Set for 14, Some Tied to Galleon
By MICHAEL J. DE LA MERCED 3:17 PM ET
The charges, built in part on informants and wiretaps, are connected to the private equity boom that crested in 2007, officials said on Thursday.
A Rebel Stronghold in Myanmar on Alert
By THE INTERNATIONAL HERALD TRIBUNE 2:26 PM ET
The region held by the Wa ethnic group is a piece of unfinished business for Myanmar’s military government.
Saudi Warplanes Strike at Yemeni Rebels
4:44 PM ET
BEIRUT, Lebanon — A branch of Al Qaeda claimed responsibility for the killings of three security officials and several guards in the eastern Yemeni province of Hadramawt.
Matsui Goes Wild and So Does Japan
By HIROKO TABUCHI 7:51 AM ET
TOKYO — Hideki Matsui became the first Japanese-born player to win the Most Valuable Player award and helped the New York Yankees beat the Philadelphia Phillies.
Matsui Goes Wild, and So Do His Fans in Japan
By HIROKO TABUCHI 7:51 AM ET
TOKYO — Reaction in Japan to Hideki Matsui’s World Series M.V.P. performance.
Troop Deaths in Afghanistan Stir Outcry in Britain
The deaths of five British soldiers at the hands of an Afghan policeman have highlighted troops vulnerability as they pursue counterinsurgency.
U.N. Assembly Votes For Probes Of Gaza War Charges54 minutes ago
India Restricts Media on Dalai Lama Visit5:07 PM ET
Abbas Offers to Quit Over Stalled Peace Process4:43 PM ET
Karadzic Gets Delay, and Lawyer, in War Crimes Trial
By MARLISE SIMONS 3:51 PM ET
PARIS — The decision of the international criminal tribunal will postpone the trial of Radovan Karadzic, the former Bosnian Serb leader, until March to allow the defense time to prepare.
By ROBERT F. WORTH
U.N. Assembly Votes For Probes Of Gaza War Charges54 minutes ago
Saudis Launches Offensive Against Yemen Rebels56 minutes ago
ElBaradei Won't Rule Out Run For Egypt Presidency5:22 PM ET
International Court to Investigate Kenya Violence
By JEFFREY GETTLEMAN 30 minutes ago
The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court said that he believed crimes against humanity had been committed during Kenyas 2008 post-election violence.
Obama Announces Endorsements for Health Plan
By CARL HULSE 3:39 PM ET
WASHINGTON — President Obama pointed to backing from the A.M.A. and the AARP as evidence that those most familiar with the nations health care system support the Democratic plan.
Productivity Gains May Be Bad News for Job Seekers2 minutes ago
Rail Worker Killed in Philly on 3rd Day of Strike2 minutes ago
AP Source: Fort Hood Shooting Suspect Army Major13 minutes ago
You’re the Boss: Dining Staff Do’s and Don’ts
“I always wish my servers loved food. ... If you’re going to sell me truffle oil and San Daniele and Peruvian blue potatoes, know what they taste like, why they were chosen and why they are delicious,” writes Jennifer Friar
Books »
Other Voyages in the Shadow of Lévi-Strauss
What made Claude Lévi-Strauss a great intellectual was eagerness to explore.
Home & Garden »
The Whole Tree Home
Roald Gunderson’s work may revolutionize the building industry.|
Slide ShowStyle »
Modeling and After
Léon Bing, once a model, moved on to write widely admired books and now a memoir.
Great Homes »
In Berlin, a Renovated Gas Station
The new owner stayed true to the structure’s spirit.
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Money Transfers Between People Could Get Easier Soon
November 5, 2009, 6:16 PM
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Video: Jack Curry's World Series Recap
November 5, 2009, 6:03 PM
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The Caucus: Obama Promises Help for Native Americans
November 5, 2009, 5:58 PM
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Media Decoder: A New Editor for the Observer
November 5, 2009, 5:48 PM
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Economix: 99 Weeks
November 5, 2009, 5:46 PM
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DealBook: Private Equity Fires Back at Moody's
November 5, 2009, 5:45 PM
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Happy Days: Is That All There Is?
November 5, 2009, 6:13 PM
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A Great Answer From a Flight Attendant
November 5, 2009, 3:43 PM
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Schott's Vocab: Gee-yonce
November 5, 2009, 3:00 PM
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Paul Krugman: The lost generation
November 5, 2009, 2:36 PM
Trade Unions’ Decline Worldwide
The downward trend seen in the U.S. has also been occurring elsewhere.
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04 Nov 2009 23:12
Thursday, November 5, 2009 - Last Update: 2:03 AM ET (07:03 GMT)
Troop Deaths in Afghanistan Stir British Outcry
By ALISSA J. RUBIN, JOHN F. BURNS and TAIMOOR SHAH
The deaths of five British soldiers at the hands of an Afghan policeman have highlighted troops’ vulnerability as they pursue counterinsurgency.
Dissidents Mass in Tehran to Subvert an Anti-U.S. Rally
By ROBERT F. WORTH
BEIRUT — Protesters in Tehran tried to turn a government rally into a protest against the election.
Germans Angry Over G.M. Decision to Keep Opel
By NELSON D. SCHWARTZ, DAVID JOLLY and BILL VLASIC
German officials reacted angrily to General Motor’s decision to keep its European business, Opel, rather than sell a majority stake to a consortium backed by Berlin.
Cuomo Files Intel Antitrust Suit
By ASHLEE VANCE
New York’s attorney general charged the company with abusing its dominant position in the chip market.
Barton Silverman/The New York Times
Yankees 7, Phillies 3
Matsui Powers Yankees to 27th Title
By THE NEW YORK TIMES 1:16 AM ET
The New York Yankees beat the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 6 of the World Series, as Hideki Matsui became the first Japanese-born player to win the MVP award.
Barton Silverman/The New York Times
Power and Pitching Clinch Championship
By THE NEW YORK TIMES 12:24 AM ET
The Yankees humbled the defending champion Philadelphia Phillies, 7-3, in Game 6 of the World Series, capturing their 27th title and their first since 2000.
Toyota Reports Quarterly Profit
By REUTERS 45 minutes ago
Toyota reported a profit and halved its annual loss forecast as sales and cost cutting exceeded expectations.
Italy Convicts 23 Americans for C.I.A. Renditions
By RACHEL DONADIO
MILAN — The Americans were tried in absentia for the seizure of a Muslim cleric from the streets of Milan over six years ago.
Geneva Journal
A City of Mixed Emotions Observes Calvin’s 500th
By JOHN TAGLIABUE
In the Swiss city that is associated with the religious reformer John Calvin, some are seeking to update — even soften — his image on the anniversary of his birth.
Australia Puts Its Refugee Problem on a Remote Island, Behind Razor Wire
By NORIMITSU ONISHI
CHRISTMAS ISLAND, Australia — The new Christmas Island refugee detention center has come to symbolize what many call one of Australias defining fears: the arrival of boat people from Asia .
Russian Reports Tie Nationalists to 2 Killings
By ELLEN BARRY
MOSCOW — Two people have been arrested in the killings of Stanislav Markelov and Anastasia Baburova, who were gunned down in central Moscow in January, Russian news services reported late on Wednesday.
CAIRO — Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clintons call for peace talks to precede a freeze of Israeli settlements conflicts with Arab and Palestinian demands.
Payments in Ivory Coast Dumping Case at Risk, Lawyer Says
By ADAM NOSSITER
DAKAR, Senegal — Thousands of victims of one of the worst toxic dumping scandals in years could lose their hard-won settlement, the victims lawyer said Wednesday.
Energized G.O.P. Looking to Avoid an Intraparty Feud
WASHINGTON — After Tuesdays Republican election victories, party leaders began maneuvering to avoid a prolonged battle with conservative activists over what the party stands for and its path to power.
AP Source: Ex-NYC Top Cop Kerik Plans Guilty Plea35 minutes ago
Nightmare Hid in Cleveland Block Short on Dreams35 minutes ago
2 NY Jurors Gone and Gotti's Mother Is Not Happy35 minutes ago
From the Middle East to education, what do you think of President Obama’s record so far? Share your thoughts.
Business »
Mickey Gets Made Over
A new video game may change the Disney character’s squeaky clean image.
Sports »
To Cut Costs, Toyota Leaves Formula One
Toyota said that it is pulling out of F1 racing, citing a need to focus on its core business.
Editorial Notebook: U.S.S. Missouri
Though World War II’s horrors will never be forgotten, it is possible to appreciate its relics, writes Lawrence Downes.
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At War: Shopping for Gold
November 5, 2009, 2:00 AM
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News Quiz | November 5, 2009
November 5, 2009, 1:30 AM
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Bats: A Celebration, Washington Heights Style
November 5, 2009, 12:41 AM
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Bucks: USAA: An Insurance Club That Just Got Bigger
November 5, 2009, 12:01 AM
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Times Traveler: Gustaf Mahler Unveils a New Philharmonic
November 5, 2009, 12:01 AM
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Lens: Showcase: Inside 'The Puerto Rican Diaspora'
November 5, 2009, 12:01 AM
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Best Health Care in the World?
November 4, 2009, 11:33 PM
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Home Fires: Oceans Apart
November 4, 2009, 9:30 PM
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Maine Event
November 4, 2009, 4:15 PM
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The Conversation: Reading the Election Tea Leaves
November 4, 2009, 3:41 PM
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Ken Caldeira's Carbon Solution
November 4, 2009, 3:33 PM
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What Did the Election Mean?
November 4, 2009, 2:54 PM
Schott’s Vocab »
Kosegare
The name given to a network of young farmers in Japan – literally, “farmer’s son.”
- Maine Voters Repeal Law Allowing Gay Marriage
- Iraq Swears by Bomb Detector U.S. Sees as Useless and Costly
- Christie Leads in Close New Jersey Governor's Race
- Mayoral Candidates Cast Their Ballots
- Cuomo Files Antitrust Suit Against Intel
- A Year After Dousing, Republicans' Hope Rekindled
- At Work With the Flu
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04 Nov 2009 06:25
Wednesday, November 4, 2009 - Last Update: 9:04 AM ET (14:04 GMT)
Iran Clashes on Anniversary of Embassy Takeover
By ROBERT F. WORTH and ALAN COWELL 6:05 AM ET
BEIRUT — Demonstrators in Tehran sought to turn the 30th anniversary of the takeover of the U.S. Embassy into a renewed protest against the June election, reports said.
Associated Press
Anti-government protesters on the sidelines of state-sanctioned rallies on Wednesday.
Clinton Backs Peace Talks Before Israeli Settlement Freeze
By MARK LANDLER and ALAN COWELL 7:50 AM ET
CAIRO — Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton’s call for peace talks to precede a freeze of Israeli settlements conflicts with Arab and Palestinian demands.
Germans Frustrated Over G.M. Decision to Keep Opel
By NELSON D. SCHWARTZ, DAVID JOLLY, and BILL VLASIC 35 minutes ago
German officials reacted angrily Wednesday to General Motor’s decision to keep its European business, Opel, rather than sell a majority stake to a consortium backed by Berlin.
Israeli Navy Captures Arms Shipment
By MYRA NOVECK 26 minutes ago
Officials say a cargo ship captured off Cyprus was carrying weapons for Hezbollah but offered no proof.
Afghan Police Officer Kills Five British Soldiers
By ALISSA J. RUBIN and ALAN COWELL 7:40 AM ET
The attack in Afghanistan’s Helmand province was committed by a “rogue” policeman, a British official said.
Toyota Pulling Out of Formula One to Cut Costs
By HIROKO TABUCHI 7:47 AM ET
TOKYO — Toyota announced Wednesday that it is pulling out of F1 racing, citing a need to focus on its core business.
A Year After Dousing, Republicans’ Hope Rekindled
Republican victories in two races for governor put the party in a stronger position to turn back the political wave President Obama unleashed last year.
A Year After Dousing, Republicans’ Hope Rekindled
By ADAM NAGOURNEY
WASHINGTON — Republican victories in two races for governor put the party in a stronger position to turn back the political wave President Obama unleashed last year.
Chinese Trial Reveals Vast Web of Corruption
By ANDREW JACOBS
CHONGQING, China — A mass public trial has exposed the relationships between gangsters, police officers and sticky-fingered bureaucrats.
European Union Reform Moves Ahead
PRAGUE — The signature of the Czech president, Vaclav Klaus, has ensured that the treaty to streamline decision-making for the European Union will become law.
Iraq Swears by Bomb Detector U.S. Sees as Useless
By ROD NORDLAND
BAGHDAD — Iraqi security forces at hundreds of checkpoints have been relying on a hand-held wand.
Africas Diamond Trade Under Scrutiny
By CELIA W. DUGGER
JOHANNESBURG — The viability of the Kimberley Process, the international effort to halt the trading of so-called blood diamonds, is on the line this week and the test case is Zimbabwe.
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Republicans took back two states run by Democrats, dealing a setback to President Obama.
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Iraq’s ‘Useless’ Bomb Detectors
Iraqi security forces swear by a hand-held device the U.S. sees as useless.
China Approves Disney Park in Shanghai
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Editorial: Some Sense on Defense Spending
President Obama must work hard to make sure that his hard-won victories to reduce defense spending stay won.
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Claude Lévi-Strauss Dies at 100
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Green Inc.: The Vagaries of Estimating Cap-and-Trade's Impact on Consumers
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Laugh Lines: Saber Slingin' in the Rain
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Thinheritance
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Is the Ban on Selling Bone Marrow Unconstitutional?
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Bits »
Microsoft Simplifies a Cluttered MSN
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European Union Treaty Clears Its Final Hurdle
By DAN BILEFSKY and STEPHEN CASTLE 11:25 AM ET
PRAGUE — The signature of the Czech president, Vaclav Klaus, all but ensures that the treaty to streamline decision-making for the European Union will become law.
Karzai Vows Corruption Fight, but Avoids Details
By ALISSA J. RUBIN and HELENE COOPER 7:59 AM ET
KABUL — President Hamid Karzai made no specific commitments in his first speech since he won a disputed election.
Karadzic Makes Appearance in Court
By MARLISE SIMONS and JACK HEALY 9:45 AM ET
The former Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic temporarily gave up his boycott of his own war crimes trial to attend an administrative hearing.
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Merkel Calls for Deal on Climate Change
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS 54 minutes ago
WASHINGTON — Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany addressed a joint session of Congress, exhorting the world to combat global warming. | Remarks by Obama and Merkel
Clinton Offers U.S. Aid to Help Boost Muslim Ties
By REUTERS 9:52 AM ET
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton offered aid on Tuesday to boost ties with the Muslim world and urged Israel, the Palestinians and Arab countries to search for peace.
Claude Lévi-Strauss, Anthropologist, Dies at 100
By EDWARD ROTHSTEIN 16 minutes ago
A towering figure on the French intellectual scene, Mr. Lévi-Strauss transformed Western understanding of what was once called “primitive man.”
DealBook
Buffett Bets on U.S. Rebound With Railroad Buy
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The investment vehicle of Warren E. Buffett plans to buy the portion of Burlington Northern it doesn’t already own.
Israel Reports Longer-Range Hamas Rocket
By ISABEL KERSHNER 20 minutes ago
JERUSALEM — Hamas militants in Gaza recently test-fired a rocket that flew 37 miles into the sea, which could put it within the reach of Tel Aviv, Israel said.
Gore’s Dual Role: Advocate and Investor
By JOHN M. BRODER
Al Gore says he is putting his money where his mouth is by investing in green technology, but critics say he’s profiteering.
Bombers Hit Pakistani Cities as the Army Gains Ground
Suicide bombers attacked two major cities, killing at least 35 people, as the army claimed control of two strongholds in South Waziristan.
France Wades Into Bog of North Korean Diplomacy
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Nicolas Sarkozy is homing in on problem long seen as Washingtons to solve: North Korea.
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WASHINGTON — In this supposedly quiet off-year election, what to look for Tuesday as results come in from New Jersey, New York and Virginia.
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Gore in Spotlight: Advocate and Investor
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Concerns that the M-16 and M-4 and their cartridges lack so-called stopping power have led to complaints.
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On Democracy and Education
No country with low levels of education has managed to be democratic over the long term, an economist writes.
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Goal: Kroenke Flirts With 30 Percent Ownership of Arsenal
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02 Nov 2009 17:39
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Obama Warns Karzai to Focus on Tackling Corruption
By JEFF ZELENY and ALISSA J. RUBIN 6:02 PM ET
WASHINGTON — President Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan, now assured of a new term, was urged by President Obama “to write a new chapter” in his government’s legitimacy.
Blasts in Pakistani Cities as Army Push Continues
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Bombers attacked two major Pakistani cities as the army took control of another Taliban stronghold, officials said.
Ford Posts an Unexpected Profit of $997 Million
By NICK BUNKLEY 3:20 PM ET
DETROIT — The Ford Motor Company had its first profitable quarter in North America in over four years and said that, at least for now, it had stopped rapidly burning through its cash reserves.
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Snows of Kilimanjaro Are Retreating
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Researchers cannot agree whether the melting of the ice atop Africa's highest peak is attributable mainly to humanity’s role in global warming.
Clinton Denies Easing Pressure on Israel
By MARK LANDLER
MARRAKESH, Morocco — The secretary of state said the Obama administration still wants Israel to freeze construction of Jewish settlements.
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Russia Tries, Once Again, to Rein in Vodka Habit
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MYTISHCHI, Russia — President Dmitri A. Medvedev wants Russia to deal with its ruinous penchant for the bottle.
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I.H.T. Special Report: International Education
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The Opinionator: Afghan 'Fiasco'
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News Analysis
With Karzai, U.S. Faces Weak Partner in Time of War
By DAVID E. SANGER
WASHINGTON — President Obama faces a new complication in Afghanistan: Enabling President Hamid Karzai to regain enough legitimacy to help the United States find a way out of the war.
Driven to Distraction
Britain Sets Tough Laws for Texting While Driving
By ELISABETH ROSENTHAL
OXFORD, England — Britain has become one of the more aggressive countries in attacking the use of cellphones while driving.
Opposition in Iran Urges Continuing Challenge
By ROBERT F. WORTH and NAZILA FATHI
BEIRUT — A day commemorating the 1979 takeover of the United States Embassy could turn into a showdown between protesters and the police.
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A Tweet Unleashes Vitriol on a User
By SARAH LYALL
Attacks and counterattacks after a criticism of Stephen Fry of Britain were examples of how Twitter reinforces the tendency of adults to behave like high school students.
Blast in Pakistan Kills at Least 22
By SALMAN MASOOD and PIR ZUBAIR SHAH
ISLAMABAD — An explosion Monday morning in a busy commercial district in Rawalpindi apparently targeted military personnel, officials said.
Diplomatic Memo
Europe Still Likes Obama, but Doubts Creep In
By STEVEN ERLANGER
MARRAKESH, Morocco — Many Europeans argue that President Obama has not broken enough with Bush administration policies, while some Americans say the Europeans are too passive and not providing much help.
Out of Race, Karzai Rival Is Harsh Critic of Election
By CARLOTTA GALL and JEFF ZELENY
KABUL, Afghanistan — Abdullah Abdullah announced that he would not participate in the Afghan runoff election, effectively handing a new term to President Hamid Karzai.
Major University in Russia Eases Fears on Rules
By ELLEN BARRY
MOSCOW — St. Petersburg State University stated last week that researchers would not have to submit to an export-control screening before publishing their work overseas.
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BAGHDAD — A week after the deadliest day of violence in Baghdad in more than two years, smaller bomb attacks around the country killed at least 12 and wounded more than 50.
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Honduran Businesses Still Wait to Heal
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Three’s Company
Third-party candidates have injected real substance into the New Jersey and New York races, writes Ross Douthat.
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Traditional Offerings, Bargain Prices
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South Koreans Struggle With Race
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The Caucus: If Fox Is Partisan, It Is Not Alone
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Did the Stimulus Work?
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01 Nov 2009 11:04
Sunday, November 1, 2009 - Last Update: 1:34 PM ET (18:34 GMT)
Transparent Election Is Not Possible, Says Rival to Karzai
10:14 AM ET
KABUL — Abdullah Abdullah announced that he would not participate in the Nov. 7 Afghan runoff election, effectively handing a new term to President Hamid Karzai.
Formula One Blog
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Sebastian Vettel wins the inaugural Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
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Keflezighi’s ‘U.S.A.’ Breaks the Tape First
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Meb Keflezighi, who broke away from Robert Cheruiyot of Kenya in the final miles, became the first American man to win the New York City Marathon since 1982.
Tulu Wins as Radcliffe Struggles to Fourth
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On a day of surprises for the New York City Marathon, Derartu Tulu, 37, became the first Ethiopian woman to capture New York’s laurel crown.
KABUL — The Afghan intelligence director said six suspects who were arrested claimed that the attackers killed during the assault on the U.N. guesthouse last week came from Pakistan.
The government is taking some of the sternest measures in the world to stop the spread of the virus, and the effort has become an issue in the presidential election.
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Thirsty Plant Dries Out Yemen
JAHILIYA, Yemen — Even as a water crisis threatens the very survival of Yemen, farmers are turning increasingly to growing a narcotic called qat because it is the only way to make a profit.
Readers’ Comments »French Ideal of Bicycle-Sharing Meets Reality
“It's not rocket science: They should have taken a look at the system in Copenhagen. Simple bikes, sturdy bikes that just get you from A to B safely. They're not worth stealing, but built tough and rarely need fixing,” writes James in Glasgow, Scotland.
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England’s Ancient Ridgeway Trail
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Fanciful Gardens Emerge in Baghdad
Topiary gardens are growing in Baghdad amid blast walls and checkpoints.
U.S. »
Letter From Washington
Many of the contentions and conclusions about the war in Afghanistan, on all sides, are oversimplified, even dubious.
Business
An Old Master, Back in Fashion
New books re-examine the theories of British economist John Maynard Keynes.
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Raiders Coach Admits Hitting His Former Wife
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Formula One: Agnes's Paddock Notes From Abu Dhabi
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In San Jose, Resisting Arrest Is Often the Only Reason For an Arrest
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Media Decoder: Ad Agency Behind Geico's Gecko Is Selling More Insurance
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Globespotters: Catering to the Student in Amsterdam
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Growth and jobs: the lesson of the Clinton years
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Home Fires: The Times 'Women at Arms' Series
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