The fine-furniture store where I work has been in business since the 1920s.Recently I received a call from a woman who wanted to replace some chairs from a dining set purchased from us in the 1930s.I

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U.S. President George Bush says America's economy is facing a pivotal moment in a financial crisis that began with risky home mortgages now spreading throughout the financial system and eroding consumer confidence. VOA White House Correspondent Scot

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French Finance Minister Christine Lagarde is actively campaigning for the top job at the International Monetary Fund, planning visits to China and other nations in a bid to broaden her support internationally. Lagarde is expected to visit senior offi

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2014年巴西世界杯的吉祥物已经确定为一只的三色犰狳(又称:铠鼠)。犰狳在巴西是濒危动物。此前,巴西世界杯组委会在其国内开展了为吉祥物征名的活动,总共170万人参与了此次活动并从三

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By Mike O'Sullivan Los Angeles 16 November 2007 Auto makers who are showcasing their latest models at the Los Angeles auto show are expanding product lines in the hope of staying competitive in a changing market. Mike O'Sullivan reports, carmakers fr

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