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Updating the Air Traffic Control Network

October 9th, 2008 Catherine Posted in Business, Politics and Government, Technology and Science, Travel No Comments »

There is an old adage that often one has ‘to spend money in order to save money’. That old saying certainly applies to the air traffic control network:

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Hacker-Proof Encryption

October 9th, 2008 Catherine Posted in Business, Technology and Science No Comments »

It is touted as a step towards ultimate security. It is an encryption system that protects a network and that allegedly is “unbreakable”:

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Iceland Faces Economic Stress and National Bankruptcy

October 8th, 2008 Catherine Posted in Business, Politics and Government No Comments »

Iceland nears bankruptcy. The financial repercussions of the world economic crisis are placing whole nations in jeopardy:

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AIG at the Spa

October 8th, 2008 Catherine Posted in Business, Opinion, Politics and Government 1 Comment »

In the midst of a financial crisis and massive bailout, part of the American International Group’s (AIG) response is… golf. It is a resort retreat that cost $440,000 and included spa treatments and banquets, along with the golf:

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Legislation for Internet Shopper Protection

October 8th, 2008 Catherine Posted in Business, Politics and Government, Technology and Science No Comments »

In Europe, legislation is being prepared to give internet shoppers more protection and to identify the better companies. The European Commission (EU) wants to implement this legislation to stimulate more competitive offerings for consumers:

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New Pricing System for Airlines

October 7th, 2008 Catherine Posted in Business, Opinion, Travel No Comments »

The present system of pricing air travel may be antiquated. Airlines are developing new ways to price air travel and increase profitability. American Airlines will be offering an ‘a la carte’ fare system:

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No Cold Medication for Young Children

October 7th, 2008 Catherine Posted in Business, Health No Comments »

It is a small concession from the drug industry. The drug manufacturers are acknowledging that children under that age of four should not be given cold medication:

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