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CBC.ca
Biggest Haul at Grammys Goes to BeyoncéNew York TimesLOS ANGELES — Affirming her role as one of the reigning queens of pop music, Beyoncé was the top winner at the 52nd annual Grammy Awards on Sunday night, taking six prizes, including song of the year for her inescapable hit “Single …Grammy Night Belongs To Beyonce [...]
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ABC Online
'Trafficked' Haitian children not orphansABC OnlineMembers of Idaho-based charity New Life Children's Refuge were charged with child trafficking after they attempted to take 33 children out of Haiti. (AFP: Fred Dufour) A young girl allegedly targeted by …Haiti 'orphans' case: Misunderstanding or kidnap?BBC NewsUS group held after fleeing Haiti with childrenUSA TodayAmericans Detained In [...]
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Washington Post
0 Billion Increase in Deficit Is ForecastNew York TimesWASHINGTON — The additional tax cuts and public works spending that President Obama has proposed to spur job creation would add 0 billion to this year's deficit, bringing it to nearly .6 trillion, according to an administration …Obama Offers Budget With Deficits As Far as Number-Crunchers [...]
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An Internet festival in Brazil billed as one of the biggest in the world has proved an irresistible attraction not only for corporate technology sponsors — but also for military recruiters and politi…
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military recruiters and politicians. All were out in force at the third annual week-long Campus Party which closed this weekend after gathering 6,000 web-savvy "nerds" from across
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The Universo basketball team beat Flamengo on their home court on Sunday in a score of 81- 73 in Brazil's men basketball championship.Universo continues their hot streak, winning 12 games out of 13 ro…
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After a three-year winless streak against Palmerias, Corinthians put an end to its misfortunes, beating its cross-town rival 1-0 on Sunday.Thanks to a heroic effort by Corinthians' goalkeeper Felipe, …
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SAO PAULO (AFP) - An Internet festival in Brazil billed as one of the biggest in the world has proved an irresistible attraction not only for corporate technology sponsors — but also for military rec…
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global economic downturn . The currency, the real, also suffered. It is now at its lowest point against the dollar since September 2, 2009 after a nine-day losing streak that has reduced its val…
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West Ham boss Gianfranco Zola: keen to strengthen his squad with Ilan signing (GSM) - West Ham are closing in on the signing of Brazilian striker Ilan according to reports. St Etienne's Ilan could m…
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has asked several large banks, including the Industrial & Commercial Bank of China , to raise their reserve ratio by an additional 0.5 percentage point, according to a report from Reuters on Tue…
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SAO PAULO (AFP) - Fears of a speculative asset bubble and moves by China to rein in an overheating economy have taken their toll on Brazil, eroding equity prices and the national currency, the real.Th…
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Latin America tour. The group, formed in California in 1981, made their guitars scream at 68,000 fans in a sports stadium in Sao Paulo Saturday night. A second concert in the same venue Sunday was und…
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Fears of a speculative asset bubble and moves by China to rein in an overheating economy have taken their toll on Brazil, eroding equity prices and the national currency, the real. The strongest warni…
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global economic downturn . The currency, the real, also suffered. It is now at its lowest point against the dollar since September 2, 2009 after a nine-day losing streak that has reduced its val…
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(MENAFN) Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva urged the establishment of a new international order which should be more just and democratic, AP reported.The financial crisis has demonstrated …
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Paraguay striker Salvador Cabanas regained consciousness and spoke to his family for the first time since he was shot in a Mexico City bar last week, his doctors said on Saturday.
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Silva said he is "in perfect health," after undergoing a series of medical tests following his brief hospitalization for high blood pressure two days ago.
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01/31/2010 PORTO ALEGRE, Brazil — The world's most powerful nations are still subject to too much influence by large companies, according to leftists who met in Brazil for the World Social Forum la…
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The Texbrasil strategic programme, involving 1,174 small and medium Brazilian companies, is looking to grow demand for for clothing, bed, bath and linen products in both countries.The Gulf nations, as…
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The Texbrasil strategic programme, involving 1,174 small and medium Brazilian companies, is looking to grow demand for for clothing, bed, bath and linen products in both countries.The Gulf nations, as…
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(MENAFN - Arab News) Brazil has suggested that world leaders meet to give a final push to long-stalled negotiations for a global trade pact, World Trade Organization chief Pascal Lamy said Saturday."D…
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The results of Bolivia’s December 6 national elections confirmed the support won by President Evo Morales and his Movement Towards Socialism (MAS) party for the profound changes underway.
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Robinho, English Premier League Manchester City striker, arrived in Brazil's Sao Paulo on Saturday without leaking news of his exact comeback to fans and media.Robinho was loaned to Brazil's Santos, w…
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In his return as the head coach of Brazil's soccer club Botafogo, Joel Santana led his team to a 2-1 victory over America on Saturday.America, coached by Bebeto, jumped out to an early lead, but Botaf…
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The Associated Press RIO DE JANEIRO — Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said Saturday that he is in "perfect health" two days after being hospitalized for a high-blood-pressur…
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The accident occurred around 1.00 a.m. Saturday, about eight kilometers south of Santa Cruz town of Camiri. Seven men and three women were killed in the accident. Of the 82 injured, seven were in seri…
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Tegucigalpa, Jan 31: Honduras' new government has fired its top immigration official after a Brazilian diplomat was denied entry into the country.
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Keirrison has completed a loan move from Benfica, via Barca, to Fiorentina. The young forward had a difficult time getting meaningful minutes in Portugal. Keirrison joined Benfica this summer from Barca, who spent €15 million for the player.
He did not score a goal for Benfica during his five appearances for the club. The signing of [...]
The state championships have started in Brazil. The man of the summer so far has been Neymar, who is clearly meeting the expectations surrounding him to this point. He had two goals in Santos’ match against Oeste. This came after scoring another two on Wednesday against Gremio Barueri. Hopefully Robinho will be a positive influence [...]
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Reuters
China threatens sanctions over arms sale to TaiwanLos Angeles TimesAngered by a billion US arms sale to Taiwan, Beijing puts security exchanges with US on hold and threatens sanctions against US firms selling to Taipei. By Barbara Demick Reporting from Beijing - The Chinese government Saturday announced a series of …China's strident tone raises [...]
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Globe and Mail
UN starts ticket-for-food program in HaitiXinhuaPORT-AU-PRINCE, Jan. 30 (Xinhua) — Up to 2.4 million Haitians will get food rations from the World Food Program (WFP) which is organizing a 15-day emergency ticket-for-food program in the Haitian capital. More than a dozen distribution spots will be …Massive food distribution to begin Sunday in Port-au-PrinceCNN [...]
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La Paz, Jan 31 (IANS/EFE) Ten people were killed and 82 injured when two buses collided head-on in eastern Bolivia, police said.
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Globe and Mail
In New York, Mix of Emotions Over 9/11 Trial MoveNew York TimesAll the worrying about what a federal terrorism trial might mean to the city, or to New Yorkers themselves, is over. “The people who lost family can actually see the court taking place.” MAJED ALMONTASER , a 23-year-old recent college …Obama seeks [...]
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Tegucigalpa, Jan 31 (IANS/EFE) Honduras' new government has fired its top immigration official after a Brazilian diplomat was denied entry into the country.
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Santiago, Jan 30 (IANS/EFE) Chilean teenagers are becoming obese due to increasing fast food consumption while those from Mexico, Venezuela and Guatemala are not far behind.
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The Guardian
What Obama's speech means for policymakersLos Angeles TimesThe president pitches a long list of initiatives in the State of the Union. The economy and job creation top his priorities. By Peter Nicholas Reporting from Washington - In his State of the Union speech, President Obama spooled out a long list of …A very productive [...]
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Washington Post
Off Script, Obama and the GOP Vent PolitelyNew York TimesBALTIMORE — President Obama denied he was a Bolshevik, the Republicans denied they were obstructionists and both sides denied they were to blame for the toxic atmosphere clouding the nation's political leadership. …Obama, Republicans Spar at House GOP EventWall Street JournalObama, Republicans face off at [...]
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The Guardian
US to Move 9/11 Trial From New York City, Official SaysNew York TimesThe Obama administration on Friday gave up on its plan to try the Sept. 11 plotters in Lower Manhattan, bowing to almost unanimous pressure from New York officials and business leaders to move the terrorism trial …US government weighs other sites for [...]
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Could this be the year that Brazil’s multinationals assert themselves on the world stage?
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London, Jan 29 (IANS) Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bundchen has revealed she gave birth to son Benjamin last December in a bathtub at her Boston home.
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Washington, Jan 29 : Matthew McConaughey has been banned from sex for six weeks - while his Brazilian girlfriend Camila Alves recovers after the birth of their daughter Vida.
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London, Jan 29 : Manchester City has reached an agreement to loan forward Robinho to Brazilian club Santos for six-months.
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London, Jan 29 : Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has been suspended for an extra game by the Football Association for what they considered a "frivolous" appeal
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Washington Post
Senators' Opposition Signals Fed ChallengesWall Street JournalA week ago, Ben Bernanke's confirmation for a second term as chairman of the Federal Reserve appeared to be in doubt. But following strong lobbying by the White House, only 23 senators sought to block a vote on the nomination Thursday, …Obama Congratulates Bernanke on Second Fed TermABC [...]
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Reuters
Obama to unveil new tax breaks to spur jobs growth, hike wagesWashington PostIn an effort to spur job creation, President Obama plans on Friday to unveil a billion package of tax breaks aimed at encouraging businesses to hire new workers and give employees raises. The proposal would provide a 00 …Obama to propose [...]
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CTV.ca
GOP Slams State of the Union Address for Little Attention to National SecurityFOXNewsRepublicans are slamming President Obama for glossing over national security in his State of the Union speech, and omitting any reference to how his administration is handling terror detainees. Republicans are slamming President Obama for glossing over …Obama's latest speech seen by 48 [...]
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Manchester City have made a formal offer for Adam Johnson and the Middlesbrough winger could act as a replacement for Robinho as he closes in on a loan move to Brazil.
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Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has been in hospital with high blood pressure, causing him to cancel his trip to Davos in Switzerland for the World Economic Forum.
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Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has spent the night in hospital after being taken ill with high blood pressure, Brazilian media report.Lula, 64, became ill after boarding a plane in the …
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