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Venezuela's natural gas reserves are about to experience a significant boost after Italian oil company Eni and Spain's Repsol confirmed that their discovery in the Perla field off the coast of Venezuela is the largest ever in the country. The discovery, made in a well operated
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Tens of thousands of French farmers staged a national day of protest, blocking major highways and disrupting traffic in cities across the country. The demonstrations came as farmers demand better government support to cope with falling food prices and the economic crisis. Paris, the capital city, was one of the
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Google Inc. is introducing a new service, Google Editions, which will allow readers to purchase and access books on various devices, including cell phones, e-book devices, and possibly other gadgets. This move marks the first time Google will charge for books, following its Google Books program, which began in 2004.
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AT&T Inc. announced that it will enable iPhone owners to use internet calling services on its wireless network, a move that comes after the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) sent letters to AT&T, Apple, and Google asking why the Google Voice messaging and calling application has not
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Three U.S. scientists, Elizabeth Blackburn, Carol Greider, and Jack Szostak, have been awarded the 2009 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for their discovery of how cells protect their genetic material. This critical discovery has far-reaching implications for research on aging, cancer, and other issues. The scientists' work
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As the football world deals with injuries and pandemic-related setbacks, a poignant reminder of the importance of mental health emerges in the form of a public service announcement recorded by former NFL quarterback Steve McNair just weeks before his tragic death. In April, McNair donated his time to film the
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McLaren's Lewis Hamilton dominated the Singapore Grand Prix on Sunday, finishing 9.6 seconds ahead of Timo Glock, who secured Toyota's best-ever race result with a second-place finish. The victory marked a proud moment for Hamilton, who had a few concerns early in the race when
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Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has stated that he expects an open discussion on nuclear issues during a planned meeting with US officials and five other world powers, but emphasized that Iran is not interested in discussing pressure to restrain its nuclear program. The meeting, scheduled for October 1, marks the
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The sugar beet industry in the Red River Valley, the largest beet growing region in the country, is facing uncertainty following a federal judge's decision to overturn the approval of Roundup Ready sugar beets. The ruling, made by U.S. District Judge Jeffrey White, cites the Department of
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A recent survey by the Associated Press found that 42 percent of Americans are planning a leisure trip this summer, down slightly from 2005 but still indicating that vacationers are unwilling to give up their vacations even in a weak economy. Red Roof, with its renovated properties across the country,
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The University of Utah Utes are set to face the Oregon Ducks on Saturday at Autzen Stadium, with the game to be broadcast on ESPN. The Utes, who are currently ranked No. 18 in the AP poll, have earned a reputation for their strength on the field, particularly after their
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Japan's Democratic Party of Japan is forming a coalition government with two smaller groups, the Social Democratic Party and People's New Party, despite disagreements on foreign policy and the presence of US Marines on Okinawa, party leaders announced Wednesday. This alliance paves the way for Democratic
