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Jobless claims hit highest point since 2002
Thursday, 07 August 2008
The nation's jobs market sent a fresh cry of distress as the number of newly laid-off people unexpectedly hit the highest level in more than six years, a Labor Department report showed Thursday. (Aug. 7)
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France Looking To Tax Unhealthy Foods
Thursday, 07 August 2008
08/07/08 Viewed as an attempt to even further push their campaign against unhealthy eating, the French government is rumored to be introducing a plan to tax foods high in sugar, salt, and fat.
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Eco-village aims to be carbon neutral
Thursday, 07 August 2008
Climate change campaigners set up their hamlet in Kent, southern England, trying to set an example in the shadow of a coal power station. Much of the local news coverage of the week-long Climate Camp in Kent, southern England has centred on the relations between protesters and police. Climate camp activists are planning a day of mass action against nearby Kingsnorth Power station on Saturday August 9th. But what's involved in setting up a low-carbon energy powered site for some 1,000 people in a field? Reuters Television paid a visit to the camp to find out.
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Lexus again tops JD Power dependability study
Thursday, 07 August 2008
Lexus once again stands alone atop a closely watched list of vehicle dependability after Buick slipped from the No. 1 spot it shared with the Japanese luxury brand last year, J.D. Power and Associates said Thursday. (Aug. 7)
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Thursday's News Roundup
Thursday, 07 August 2008
Filings for first-time jobless claims are up, while many retailers disappoint with July sales. Affiliated Computer Services and Maxim Integrated Products are on deck to report earnings after the bell. (Aug. 7)
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