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Google Offers Support to Android Firms in Lawsuits
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IMF Chief Warns World Economy Risks 'Lost Decade'
The head of the International Monetary Fund warned on Wednesday that Europe's debt crisis risked plunging the global economy into a lost decade and said it was up to rich nations to shoulder the burden of restoring growth and confidence.
China Inflation Eases in October; Premier Reports Price Drop
China's annual inflation rate eased to 5.5 percent in October, a third straight month of decline from July's three-year peak and Premier Wen Jiabao said prices had fallen further since then.
Ex-Motorola Software Engineer Hanjuan Jin on Trial for Stealing Trade Secrets
A 41-year-old ex-Motorola software engineer accused of stealing trade secrets for her native country, China, is currently on trial and is looking at 15 years in prison if she is convicted of economic espionage.
Lady Gaga Wins Big at MTV EMAs: Her Top Guises [PHOTOS]
Lady Gaga's outlandish outfits steal every show set she steps on and Sunday's MTV Europe Music Awards were no exception. Gaga transformed into paper, storming the stage on what appeared to be an artificial moon. The effect: paper moon
London 2012 Posters: Modern Art meets Olympic Ads [PHOTOS]
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Kenya starts FTSE-based stock indexes, eyes bonds
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Ahmadinejad: 'We Do Not Need a Bomb,' Denies Iran has Nuclear Bomb
As the United Nations International Atomic Energy Agency prepares to unveil its report on Iran's nuclear program, Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Tuesday that the Islamic republican did not need a nuclear mob to confront the United States.
Kate and Pippa Middleton Chunky Dolls go on Sale in the US
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BMW, Volkswagen post robust October growth
German carmakers BMW and Volkswagen reported robust vehicle sales growth in October.
Apple iPhone 4S Soaring Demand, Daily Stock Sold Out at Most Stores
Owing to the soaring demand of Apple's recently launched fifth-generation iPhone - the iPhone 4S, an inventory survey reveals that most Apple stores in the U.S. and abroad have run out of stock on a daily basis.
Occupy Wall Street Now Occupying Courtrooms With First Amendment Lawsuits
The 24/7 nature of Occupy Wall Street and its offshoots distinguish this protest movement from others that relied more on rallies.
Chinese Artist Weiwei’s Dilemma - Fight Communist Party or 'Tacitly' Admit Guilt?
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A Full Blown Apple TV on the Way
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Wine Industry in China Set to Boom
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India Has Weak Pension Systems: Study
Greece, India, China and Thailand are home to the weakest national pension systems in the world.
IMF's Lagarde Joins China-Style Twittersphere
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Asian Shares up, but Italian Debt Worry Caps Gains
Asian shares rose Tuesday, but gains were capped by concerns that surging bond yields could stifle debt-ridden Italy's fund-raising ability and throw the euro zone deeper into financial turmoil, while Greece struggled to pick a new leader.
Caterpillar Plans California Depot, Up to 150 Jobs
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Apple iPhone 4S Pre-order Stocks for Hong Kong Sold in 10 Minutes: Analyst
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Russia to Send Spacecraft to Mars
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