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Iran clerics oppose Ahmadinejad on women ministers

Some senior clerics want Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad to reconsider the nomination of three women as ministers in his new government, a conservative lawmaker was quoted as saying on Saturday.

CNOOC explores $15 bln JV with Repsol -source

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China's CNOOC is exploring a potential $15 billion joint venture with Repsol, involving the Spanish oil company's global exploration and production assets, a source familiar with the matter said.
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Vale says not seeking to buy fertilizer assets

Brazilian mining company Vale, the world's top iron ore miner, said on Friday it is not seeking to buy fertilizer assets following rumors it was planning a bid for U.S.-based fertilizer company Mosaic.
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Vegetarian Travel Tips for South America

Destination South America: envision lush rainforests, smoggy cities, century-old cathedrals, trekking expeditions, and meat. Lots of meat. From the lauded steaks of Argentina to the fried guinea pig of Peru, meat is central to South American diet and culture.
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Sanford cleared on use of state funds

South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford, who faces growing calls to quit over an extramarital affair, did not misuse public funds in trips he made to see his mistress, the state's top police official said on Thursday.
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Petro Andina recommends rejection of Pluspetrol bid

Petro Andina, a Canadian-based oil and gas exploration company, said on Friday its board unanimously recommends that its shareholders reject an unsolicited bid by Netherlands-based Pluspetrol Resources Corp.
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Image of Stanford mistress Maria Belen Chapur published

A video showing Maria Belen Chapur, the Argentinean woman which South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford confessed having an affair with, has been published in Argentinean and U.S. media and is the first and only image of her so far.
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Live on Television: U.S. politicians confess sins

With a tearful admission and groveling apologies, South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford on Wednesday became the latest member of a fast-growing club of U.S. politicians -- the penitent sexual wanderers.
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SC Gov. Mark Sanford admits affair at press conference

South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford today admitted to having an extended affair with an Argentinean woman, and announced his resignation from the Chairmanship of the Republican Governor’s Association at press conference, effectively ending his political prospects for higher office.
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Governor Sanford admits extramarital affair

South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford re-appeared Wednesday, following a week long mysterious disappearance, saying that he had been in Argentina and admitted to an extramarital affair.
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MySpace to cut two-thirds of global workforce

MySpace, the social networking website owned by Rupert Murdoch's News Corp, said on Tuesday it plans to cut about two-thirds of its international workforce and close at least four of its offices outside the United States.
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MySpace to axe two-thirds of global workforce

MySpace, the social networking website owned by Rupert Murdoch's News Corp, said on Tuesday it plans to cut about two-thirds of its international workforce and close at least four of its offices outside the United States.
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PlusPetrol launches C$400 mln bid for Petro Andina

PlusPetrol Resources Corp NV said on Thursday it plans to bid about C$400 million ($354 million) for Petro Andina Resources Inc (PAR.TO) to expand its oil and gas operations in Argentina, Colombia and Trinidad.
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Lula leads confident Brazil to new world role

When a former peanut vendor and radical union leader with little schooling became Brazil's president in 2003, many believed Latin America's underperforming giant had shot itself in the foot once again.
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15 Incredible Desserts You Should Try on the Road

Whether you come by your sweet tooth naturally, suddenly find your pants slipping southward from too much road grub, or just can’t face another plate of mystery meat, desserts on the road are a great way to get to know a country’s culinary culture.
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Exclusive: Global consumer confidence stabilizing

Global consumer confidence is stabilizing after falling for 18 months, providing a glimmer of hope for a shattered world economy in which three quarters of households cut spending, a survey showed on Tuesday.
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AIG to sell Argentina consumer finance operations

American International Group Inc said on Tuesday it agreed to sell its consumer finance operations in Argentina to Banco de Galicia y Buenos Aires and an investment group arranged by Grupo Pegasus.
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8 Top Travel Experiences for Horse Lovers

It’s easy for avid equestrians to add some horseback riding into almost any trip - you can even ride horses in New York’s Central Park. But why not experience something more than a simple follow-the-leader trail ride? These trips each offer something more for horse lovers.
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The lithium boom is coming: The new bubble?

New vehicle emission standards will likely be a boon for everything from aluminum to new plastics, but the producers of lithium -- a mineral used in batteries that power new generation vehicles -- could be the big winners.

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