Central banks join forces over credit squeeze
September 18, 2008 Uncategorized No CommentsCentral banks around the world are pumping billions of dollars into money markets in a coordinated bid to calm global financial upheaval.
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Banks vulnerable as ‘rotten’ foundations crumble
September 18, 2008 Uncategorized No CommentsFrom pubs in London to bars in New York, everyone is asking the same question: Why is this financial crisis different? The answer is simple albeit not sexy. The rot has set in.
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Does the U.S. team need Tiger?
September 18, 2008 Uncategorized No CommentsHe’s the best golfer in the world today, and arguably one of the greatest players of all time. He’s raised the profile of the sport across the world, attracting legions of fans whenever he plays. And he is injured.
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China: Fourth baby dies from tainted formula
September 18, 2008 Uncategorized No CommentsChinese officials in the northwestern Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region reported the death of a fourth baby Thursday in the country’s expanding contaminated infant formula case. The tainted milk powder has already sickened more than 6,200 babies.
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Querrey faces Nadal in Davis Cup opener
September 18, 2008 Uncategorized No CommentsDavis Cup new boy Sam Querrey was handed the daunting task of playing world number one Rafael Nadal in the opening match of the semifinal between the United States and Spain in Madrid on Friday.
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Iraq: Seven U.S. soldiers killed in chopper crash
September 18, 2008 Uncategorized No CommentsA U.S. military helicopter crashed in southern Iraq early Thursday morning, killing all seven U.S. soldiers on board, the military said.
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Bush cancels trip to focus on economy
September 18, 2008 Uncategorized No CommentsPresident Bush has canceled a trip to Alabama and Florida on Thursday to work with advisers on the country’s economic struggles, the White House announced.