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General News Update

Mitt Romney's math beating rivals' momentum ABC News - 13 hrs ago
Romney was decimated in the biggest contest held Saturday, in Kansas, but still got the most delegates this weekend. More »Mitt Romney's math beating rivals' momentum
Romney was decimated in the biggest contest held Saturday, in Kansas, but still got the most delegates this weekend.
'Millionaire Madam' Anna Gristina's alleged partner to turn herself in @ Good Morning America - 7 hrs ago
Baker was indicted last week along with Gristina for allegedly helping to build a base of clients that included politicians, executives, top law enforcement officials and other powerful individuals, according to the New York … More »'Millionaire Madam' Anna Gristina's alleged partner to turn herself in
Baker was indicted last week along with Gristina for allegedly helping to build a base of clients that included politicians, executives, top law enforcement officials and other powerful individuals, according to the New York Post.
Suit: NASA specialist axed over intelligent design AP - 16 hrs ago
A former computer specialist claims he was demoted — and then let go — for not believing in Darwin's evolution. More »Suit: NASA specialist axed over intelligent design
A former computer specialist claims he was demoted — and then let go — for not believing in Darwin's evolution.
Near Japan's nuclear zone, residents live in limbo Time.com - 4 hrs ago
A small group of indomitable farmers refuse to leave the evacuation area around the Fukushima Daiichi reactors.
Maryland college student charged in rampage threat AP - 9 hrs ago
The student warned he would "kill enough people to make it to national news" on a website and told people to "stay away from the mall."
Israeli air strikes kill two Gaza gunmen, civilian Reuters - 1 hr 3 mins ago
Israeli air strikes killed two Palestinian militants and a civilian in the Gaza Strip on Monday in a fourth day of cross-border hostilities, medical sources said.
Robbers kill 9 in Baghdad jewelry heists AP - 3 hrs ago
Iraqi police and health officials say robbers have killed nine people and wounded 14 others in a jewelry heist in eastern Baghdad.
Germany's Merkel pays surprise trip to Afghanistan Reuters - 3 hrs ago
BERLIN (Reuters) - German Chancellor Angela Merkel paid an unexpected visit to German troops serving in the NATO mission in Afghanistan on Monday, a government spokesman said. Merkel's trip to German troops based near Mazar-e-Sharif in northern Afghanistan coincides with heightened tensions after an American soldier went …
Love letters reveal Nixon's sensitive side AP - 2 hrs 12 mins ago
Long before Richard Nixon rose to power and fell from grace, he was just another man in love.
Dozens of Syrian civilians killed in Homs Reuters - 1 hr 48 mins ago
BEIRUT (Reuters) - Dozens of civilians were killed in cold blood in the Syrian city of Homs, opposition activists and Syrian state media said on Monday, although they disputed responsibility for what both sides called a massacre. The carnage in Homs, as well as a military assault on the northwestern city of Idlib, coincided …
Daylight savings time: Lost sleep may put heart at risk HealthDay - 1 hr 40 mins ago
THURSDAY, March 8 (HealthDay News) -- Not only do you lose an hour of sleep after the clocks move ahead to daylight-saving time this weekend, but you also may be at increased risk for a heart attack, a heart expert claims.
Every 6 minutes, a child is injured on the stairs Reuters - 6 hrs ago
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Fewer kids are hurting themselves on the stairs than were a decade ago, according to a new report -- but a U.S. child still goes to the emergency department with a stair-related injury every six minutes, on average. One of the study's authors said it's important for parents to supervise little …
10 die in Egypt while digging for ancient treasures AFP - 2 hrs 13 mins ago
Ten people were killed when the soil caved in on them as they were illegally digging for ancient treasures under a house in a central Egyptian village, police officials told AFP on Monday.
Apple says shipment of new iPad may take 2-3 weeks AFP - 2 hrs 7 mins ago
Apple said that shipments of its new iPad to customers who order it online may take two to three weeks but that the tablet would still be available in stores on Friday.
Brazil's new consumer class flocks to U.S. to buy AP - 14 hrs ago
The overstuffed bags filling Fernando Mello's luggage cart wobbled precariously as the gym owner made his way home one morning through Rio's international airport. Navigating the terminal, Mello was part of a horde of other Brazilian travelers returning with loot found in the strip malls and discount outlets of southern …

Sports News

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A look at the NCAA field AP - 2 hrs 43 mins ago
The good news is the NCAA tournament starts Tuesday. The great news is the word bracketology now will disappear for 11 months. More »A look at the NCAA field
The good news is the NCAA tournament starts Tuesday. The great news is the word bracketology now will disappear for 11 months.
Column: Good story lines and some good NCAA picks AP - 3 hrs ago
There's only one No. 1 team in the country, as the selection committee made clear in picking Kentucky as the overall top seed in the NCAA tournament just a few hours after the Wildcats were upset by Vanderbilt … More »Column: Good story lines and some good NCAA picks
There's only one No. 1 team in the country, as the selection committee made clear in picking Kentucky as the overall top seed in the NCAA tournament just a few hours after the Wildcats were upset by Vanderbilt in the Southeastern Conference tournament final. No argument there.
Britain at court to keep life Olympic doping ban AP - 3 hrs ago
Less than five months before the London Games, Britain's Olympic leaders will fight to keep lifetime bans for doping cheats during a hearing in front of world sport's top court on Monday. More »Britain at court to keep life Olympic doping ban
Less than five months before the London Games, Britain's Olympic leaders will fight to keep lifetime bans for doping cheats during a hearing in front of world sport's top court on Monday.
Swedish ski star Anja Paerson to retire AP - 4 hrs ago
Swedish Alpine skiing star Anja Paerson says she will retire after the final World Cup races of the season this week, ending a career in which she won six Olympic medals. More »Swedish ski star Anja Paerson to retire
Swedish Alpine skiing star Anja Paerson says she will retire after the final World Cup races of the season this week, ending a career in which she won six Olympic medals.
Rose rallies to win World Golf Championship AP - 4 hrs ago
Even after the biggest win of a career that is starting to fill up with significant titles, Justin Rose had to share the stage with two stars who appear headed in opposite directions. More »Rose rallies to win World Golf Championship
Even after the biggest win of a career that is starting to fill up with significant titles, Justin Rose had to share the stage with two stars who appear headed in opposite directions.
Rose emerges a winner on a wild day AP - 4 hrs ago
Even after the biggest win of a career that is starting to fill up with significant titles, Justin Rose had to share the stage with two stars who appear headed in opposite directions. More »Rose emerges a winner on a wild day
Even after the biggest win of a career that is starting to fill up with significant titles, Justin Rose had to share the stage with two stars who appear headed in opposite directions.
Manning spends more than 6 hours at Cardinals HQ AP - 5 hrs ago
The Arizona Cardinals, for decades the laughingstock of the NFL, find themselves in the running for the services of one of the game's greatest quarterbacks. More »Manning spends more than 6 hours at Cardinals HQ
The Arizona Cardinals, for decades the laughingstock of the NFL, find themselves in the running for the services of one of the game's greatest quarterbacks.
Manning watch moves to desert, but no sign of QB AP - 5 hrs ago
The Arizona Cardinals, for decades the laughingstock of the NFL, find themselves in the running for the services of one of the game's greatest quarterbacks. More »Manning watch moves to desert, but no sign of QB
The Arizona Cardinals, for decades the laughingstock of the NFL, find themselves in the running for the services of one of the game's greatest quarterbacks.
Kentucky, 'Cuse, NC, Mich State earn top seeds AP - 5 hrs ago
Were they minor hiccups or something much bigger? Kentucky, Syracuse and North Carolina will sort that out over the next three weeks. More »Kentucky, 'Cuse, NC, Mich State earn top seeds
Were they minor hiccups or something much bigger? Kentucky, Syracuse and North Carolina will sort that out over the next three weeks.
Kentucky, Syracuse, N. Carolina, MSU get top seeds AP - 5 hrs ago
Were they minor hiccups or something much bigger? Kentucky, Syracuse and North Carolina will sort that out over the next three weeks. More »Kentucky, Syracuse, N. Carolina, MSU get top seeds
Were they minor hiccups or something much bigger? Kentucky, Syracuse and North Carolina will sort that out over the next three weeks.
Gaborik's OT strike lifts Rangers over Isles Reuters - 5 hrs ago
(Reuters) - Marian Gaborik shook the New York Rangers out of their three-game slump with a game-winning overtime goal in a 4-3 win over the Islanders on Sunday. More »Gaborik's OT strike lifts Rangers over Isles
(Reuters) - Marian Gaborik shook the New York Rangers out of their three-game slump with a game-winning overtime goal in a 4-3 win over the Islanders on Sunday.
Rooney lifts Man United top as City lose Reuters - 6 hrs ago
LONDON (Reuters) - Two goals from Wayne Rooney put Manchester United back on top of the Premier League for the first time in five months when they beat West Bromwich Albion 2-0 and Manchester City surprisingly … More »Rooney lifts Man United top as City lose
LONDON (Reuters) - Two goals from Wayne Rooney put Manchester United back on top of the Premier League for the first time in five months when they beat West Bromwich Albion 2-0 and Manchester City surprisingly lost 1-0 at Swansea City on Sunday. Rooney took his tally to nine goals from his last six matches and 26 for the …
United hit the front as City mull Tevez return Reuters - 6 hrs ago
(Reuters) - Manchester United got their noses in front in the two-horse race Premier League title race on Sunday and were installed as the odds-on favourites to keep the trophy in the red half of town. … More »United hit the front as City mull Tevez return
(Reuters) - Manchester United got their noses in front in the two-horse race Premier League title race on Sunday and were installed as the odds-on favourites to keep the trophy in the red half of town. The champions' 2-0 win over West Bromwich Albion and Manchester City's 1-0 defeat at Swansea City left United one point …
Azarenka advances, Kvitova bundled out Reuters - 6 hrs ago
INDIAN WELLS, California (Reuters) - Top seed Victoria Azarenka charged ominously into the fourth round of the Indian Wells WTA tournament on Sunday while third-seeded Petra Kvitova made an unexpected … More »Azarenka advances, Kvitova bundled out
INDIAN WELLS, California (Reuters) - Top seed Victoria Azarenka charged ominously into the fourth round of the Indian Wells WTA tournament on Sunday while third-seeded Petra Kvitova made an unexpected early exit. Belarusian world number one Azarenka crushed Russian Svetlana Kuznetsova 6-1 6-2, improving her record to 19-0 …
Messi continues magical run at Santander Reuters - 6 hrs ago
MADRID (Reuters) - Lionel Messi's astonishing recent goal glut continued on Sunday when he struck twice in a 2-0 win for Barcelona at struggling Racing Santander that trimmed Real Madrid's lead at the … More »Messi continues magical run at Santander
MADRID (Reuters) - Lionel Messi's astonishing recent goal glut continued on Sunday when he struck twice in a 2-0 win for Barcelona at struggling Racing Santander that trimmed Real Madrid's lead at the top of La Liga back to 10 points. The three-times World Player of the Year took his tally in his last six matches - five …
Americans head to Olympics after show of strength Reuters - 6 hrs ago
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - ‘Watch out London - the Americans are coming' was the message after the U.S. team recorded their best showing at the world indoor championships with 10 gold medals in Istanbul. More »Americans head to Olympics after show of strength
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - ‘Watch out London - the Americans are coming' was the message after the U.S. team recorded their best showing at the world indoor championships with 10 gold medals in Istanbul.
Blues' Kaino out for six months with shoulder problem Reuters - 6 hrs ago
(Reuters) - Auckland Blues' hopes of winning this season's Super Rugby tournament were dealt a heavy blow on Monday when loose forward Jerome Kaino was ruled out for the rest of the season because of a … More »Blues' Kaino out for six months with shoulder problem
(Reuters) - Auckland Blues' hopes of winning this season's Super Rugby tournament were dealt a heavy blow on Monday when loose forward Jerome Kaino was ruled out for the rest of the season because of a shoulder injury. The powerful back rower, who is expected to be out for six months, will need surgery after a bone fragment …
Azarenka advances, Kvitova bundled out Reuters - 6 hrs ago
INDIAN WELLS, California (Reuters) - Top seed Victoria Azarenka charged ominously into the fourth round of the Indian Wells WTA tournament on Sunday while third-seeded Petra Kvitova made an unexpected … More »Azarenka advances, Kvitova bundled out
INDIAN WELLS, California (Reuters) - Top seed Victoria Azarenka charged ominously into the fourth round of the Indian Wells WTA tournament on Sunday while third-seeded Petra Kvitova made an unexpected early exit. Belarusian world number one Azarenka crushed Russian Svetlana Kuznetsova 6-1 6-2, improving her record to 19-0 …
Alaska musher Dallas Seavey takes Iditarod lead AP - 6 hrs ago
Alaska musher Dallas Seavey moved into the lead of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race Sunday as top teams bunched up before the last mad dash to Nome along the Bering Sea coast More »Alaska musher Dallas Seavey takes Iditarod lead
Alaska musher Dallas Seavey moved into the lead of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race Sunday as top teams bunched up before the last mad dash to Nome along the Bering Sea coast
Nadal, Federer ease through at Indian Wells Reuters - 7 hrs ago
INDIAN WELLS, California (Reuters) - Twice champion Rafa Nadal and triple winner Roger Federer barely raised a sweat as they each cruised into the third round of the Indian Wells ATP tournament with imperious … More »Nadal, Federer ease through at Indian Wells
INDIAN WELLS, California (Reuters) - Twice champion Rafa Nadal and triple winner Roger Federer barely raised a sweat as they each cruised into the third round of the Indian Wells ATP tournament with imperious victories on Sunday. Spaniard Nadal ruthlessly dealt with Argentine Leonardo Mayer 6-1 6-3 before Swiss maestro …
No euro hangover for Gunners - Wenger AFP - 9 hrs ago
Arsene Wenger insists there will be no hangover from Arsenal's Champions League defeat to AC Milan when his side return to Premier League action against Newcastle United at the Emirates Stadium on Mon … More »No euro hangover for Gunners - Wenger
Arsene Wenger insists there will be no hangover from Arsenal's Champions League defeat to AC Milan when his side return to Premier League action against Newcastle United at the Emirates Stadium on Monday.
Alaska musher Zirkle maintains Iditarod lead AP - 9 hrs ago
The top teams in the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race bunched up Sunday before the last mad dash to Nome along the Bering Sea coast. More »Alaska musher Zirkle maintains Iditarod lead
The top teams in the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race bunched up Sunday before the last mad dash to Nome along the Bering Sea coast.
Serie A: the graveyard of coaches AFP - 9 hrs ago
When Davide Ballardini was fired by Cagliari on Sunday he became the 15th coaching casualty in the 20-team Serie A this season. More »Serie A: the graveyard of coaches
When Davide Ballardini was fired by Cagliari on Sunday he became the 15th coaching casualty in the 20-team Serie A this season.
Late surge lifts Lakers over Celtics AFP - 9 hrs ago
Kobe Bryant's 26 points included a go-ahead basket with 41.7 seconds to play as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Boston Celtics 97-94 in an NBA contest. More »Late surge lifts Lakers over Celtics
Kobe Bryant's 26 points included a go-ahead basket with 41.7 seconds to play as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Boston Celtics 97-94 in an NBA contest.
Players succumb to stomach bug at Indian Wells Reuters - 10 hrs ago
INDIAN WELLS, California (Reuters) - Intestinal fortitude has become a prized commodity at Indian Wells where Vera Zvonareva and Gael Monfils are among eight players who have succumbed to a widespread … More »Players succumb to stomach bug at Indian Wells
INDIAN WELLS, California (Reuters) - Intestinal fortitude has become a prized commodity at Indian Wells where Vera Zvonareva and Gael Monfils are among eight players who have succumbed to a widespread viral infection. Russian Zvonareva, the ninth seed in the WTA tournament, withdrew from her scheduled third-round match …

Business News

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Swiss voters reject 6 weeks paid vacation AP - 14 hrs ago
Who turns down a long vacation? Known for their work ethic, Swiss citizens appear to be leading the way on European austerity, rejecting a minimum six weeks paid holiday … More »Swiss voters reject 6 weeks paid vacation
Who turns down a long vacation? Known for their work ethic, Swiss citizens appear to be leading the way on European austerity, rejecting a minimum six weeks paid holiday a year.
Appalachia banks on natural gas, chemical plants Reuters - 2 hrs 28 mins ago
WHEELING, West Virginia (Reuters) - In George Vacheresse's lifetime, Appalachia has fallen from its prime when steel mills and coal mines anchored middle-class communities … More »Appalachia banks on natural gas, chemical plants
WHEELING, West Virginia (Reuters) - In George Vacheresse's lifetime, Appalachia has fallen from its prime when steel mills and coal mines anchored middle-class communities and offered hope there always would be enough work to go around. In this historically poor region nestled in the misty mountains of the eastern United …
Aviation firms call on EU leaders to fix carbon spat Reuters - 24 mins ago
PARIS/LONDON (Reuters) - The heads of planemaker Airbus and a group of top European airlines and engine makers have written to political leaders calling on them to resolve … More »Aviation firms call on EU leaders to fix carbon spat
PARIS/LONDON (Reuters) - The heads of planemaker Airbus and a group of top European airlines and engine makers have written to political leaders calling on them to resolve an escalating trade spat over a recently introduced European Union carbon charge. The signatories said retaliation by China and other countries that …
Brazil's new consumer class flocks to US to buy AP - 14 hrs ago
The overstuffed bags filling Fernando Mello's luggage cart wobbled precariously as the gym owner made his way home one morning through Rio's international airport. Navigating … More »Brazil's new consumer class flocks to US to buy
The overstuffed bags filling Fernando Mello's luggage cart wobbled precariously as the gym owner made his way home one morning through Rio's international airport. Navigating the terminal, Mello was part of a horde of other Brazilian travelers returning with loot found in the strip malls and discount outlets of southern …
Obama's health care law: A trek, not a sprint AP - 1 hr 15 mins ago
It took only a year to set up Medicare. But if President Barack Obama's health care law survives Supreme Court scrutiny, it will be nearly a decade before all its major … More »Obama's health care law: A trek, not a sprint
It took only a year to set up Medicare. But if President Barack Obama's health care law survives Supreme Court scrutiny, it will be nearly a decade before all its major pieces are in place.
Greek debt swap could be short-lived reprieve Reuters - 21 mins ago
ATHENS (Reuters) - Greece's deep recession and unpredictable elections threaten to turn the biggest debt restructuring in history into yet another short-lived reprieve, … More »Greek debt swap could be short-lived reprieve
ATHENS (Reuters) - Greece's deep recession and unpredictable elections threaten to turn the biggest debt restructuring in history into yet another short-lived reprieve, although the existential threat posed to the euro zone is not what it was. Last week's deal, under which private creditors agreed to lose most of their …
Search suspended for 4 missing off Wash. coast AP - 12 hrs ago
The Coast Guard has released the names of four men presumed dead after their fishing trawler disappeared off the Washington coast after sending a distress signal. More »Search suspended for 4 missing off Wash. coast
The Coast Guard has released the names of four men presumed dead after their fishing trawler disappeared off the Washington coast after sending a distress signal.
'Lorax' trumps 'John Carter' with $39.1M weekend AP - 15 hrs ago
"Dr. Seuss' the Lorax" has easily beaten Edgar Rice Burroughs' "John Carter" at the weekend box office. More »'Lorax' trumps 'John Carter' with $39.1M weekend
"Dr. Seuss' the Lorax" has easily beaten Edgar Rice Burroughs' "John Carter" at the weekend box office.
Apple says shipment of new iPad may take 2-3 weeks AFP - 2 hrs 8 mins ago
Apple said that shipments of its new iPad to customers who order it online may take two to three weeks but that the tablet would still be available in stores on Frid … More »Apple says shipment of new iPad may take 2-3 weeks
Apple said that shipments of its new iPad to customers who order it online may take two to three weeks but that the tablet would still be available in stores on Friday.
Greek bond swap set for Monday AP - 2 hrs 28 mins ago
Greece is set to swap its privately held bonds issued under Greek law with new ones worth less than half their original value. More »Greek bond swap set for Monday
Greece is set to swap its privately held bonds issued under Greek law with new ones worth less than half their original value.
Apple's market clout likely to draw more scrutiny AP - 1 hr 21 mins ago
In everything it does, from product design to business deals, Apple strives for as much control as possible. More »Apple's market clout likely to draw more scrutiny
In everything it does, from product design to business deals, Apple strives for as much control as possible.
Start-ups try to cut through the clutter at SXSW tech show Reuters - 4 mins 38 secs ago
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Venture capitalists have some insights for startup entrepreneurs trying to break out at Austin's South By Southwest Interactive, a mecca for … More »Start-ups try to cut through the clutter at SXSW tech show
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Venture capitalists have some insights for startup entrepreneurs trying to break out at Austin's South By Southwest Interactive, a mecca for the technorati that runs through Tuesday. "It has become challenging to break out at SXSW because there's so many great startups competing for the attention …
India set for high growth trajectory: government AFP - 2 hrs 52 mins ago
India's government said Monday it would soon steer the country back to "a high growth trajectory" of eight to nine percent annual expansion, despite global economic … More »India set for high growth trajectory: government
India's government said Monday it would soon steer the country back to "a high growth trajectory" of eight to nine percent annual expansion, despite global economic uncertainties.
Japanese consumer confidence slips in February AFP - 2 hrs 3 mins ago
Japanese consumer confidence weakened further in February, the government said Monday, amid mixed signs over the country's economic recovery and employment worries. More »Japanese consumer confidence slips in February
Japanese consumer confidence weakened further in February, the government said Monday, amid mixed signs over the country's economic recovery and employment worries.
Goldman Sachs to hold board meet in India: source Reuters - 2 hrs 53 mins ago
MUMBAI (Reuters) - Goldman Sachs Group Inc will hold its annual board meeting in India later this month in a sign of the U.S.-based bank's "commitment" to one of the … More »Goldman Sachs to hold board meet in India: source
MUMBAI (Reuters) - Goldman Sachs Group Inc will hold its annual board meeting in India later this month in a sign of the U.S.-based bank's "commitment" to one of the fast-growing emerging markets, a source with direct knowledge of the matter said on Monday. The board meeting, likely to be spread over two to three days, …
Stocks may avert pullback - again Reuters - 20 hrs ago
NEW YORK (Reuters) - For a moment, U.S. stocks looked like they were headed for a long-awaited pullback last week. But that didn't happen. After the latest signs of a … More »Stocks may avert pullback - again
NEW YORK (Reuters) - For a moment, U.S. stocks looked like they were headed for a long-awaited pullback last week. But that didn't happen. After the latest signs of a healthier economy, stocks may have more room to rally in the week ahead. The benchmark Standard & Poor's 500 Index registered another week of gains on Friday, …
World stocks fall, China trade highlights slowdown AP - 2 hrs 59 mins ago
World stock markets fell Monday after China's trade figures underlined a slowdown in the world's No. 2 economy. More »World stocks fall, China trade highlights slowdown
World stock markets fell Monday after China's trade figures underlined a slowdown in the world's No. 2 economy.
Crystal Cathedral congregation in Calif relocating AP - 13 hrs ago
The Crystal Cathedral is getting a new name and the congregation of the financially struggling Orange County megachurch will relocate, its senior pastor announced S … More »Crystal Cathedral congregation in Calif relocating
The Crystal Cathedral is getting a new name and the congregation of the financially struggling Orange County megachurch will relocate, its senior pastor announced Sunday.
India's factory output leaps surprise 6.8 percent AFP - 4 hrs ago
India's industrial production output grew by a surprise 6.8 percent in January, the fastest in seven months, data showed Monday, defying high interest rates and a global … More »India's factory output leaps surprise 6.8 percent
India's industrial production output grew by a surprise 6.8 percent in January, the fastest in seven months, data showed Monday, defying high interest rates and a global economic downturn.
Volkswagen says technology costs to limit profits in 2012 Reuters - 1 hr 58 mins ago
WOLFSBURG, Germany (Reuters) - Volkswagen AG's pursuit of record profits may take a breather this year as Europe's largest car maker invests in a technology overhaul. … More »Volkswagen says technology costs to limit profits in 2012
WOLFSBURG, Germany (Reuters) - Volkswagen AG's pursuit of record profits may take a breather this year as Europe's largest car maker invests in a technology overhaul. VW has a goal of matching last year's record 11.3 billion euros ($14.8 billion) in operating profit in 2012 before aiming for another increase in 2013, the …

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Quotes of the Day

Selected from Michael Moncur's Collection of Quotations - March 12, 2012

There is scarcely anything in the world that some man cannot make a little worse, and sell a little more cheaply. The person who buys on price alone is this man's lawful prey.: John Ruskin (1819 - 1900), (attributed)
One of the keys to happiness is a bad memory.: Rita Mae Brown
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You must first have a lot of patience to learn to have patience.: Stanislaw J. Lec (1909 - 1966), "Unkempt Thoughts"
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My theory is that all of Scottish cuisine is based on a dare.: Mike Myers

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