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Economy | 12/17/08
Angry investors blame US regulators for one of the investment world's biggest scandals.
Military | 12/16/08
Camp COPE has helped more than 1,000 children in places ranging from Texas to Florida.
12/16/08
Hardest-hit housing markets, such as in California, are seeing strong signs of activity.
12/12/08
Six-day factory occupation ends after employees gain $1.75 million severance package.
12/11/08
One of the city's most troubled neighborhoods is starting to rebound thanks to an unusual coalition that hasn't lost hope.
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More than 30 years after the last attempt, the chances of success seem higher.
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