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Apple's Steve Jobs Had Huge Impact on Mobility, Technology

It's hard to overestimate the effect that former Apple CEO Steve Jobs, whose death was announced Oct. 5, had on the technology industry as a whole. His company's innovations in tablets and smartphones kicked off the curren...

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Dempsey Helps USO Honor Service Members

In conjunction with the Defense Department, the USO celebrated 70 years of service and recognized service members for their courage, sacrifice and volunteer service during a special gala last night.

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UN tourism forum opens with call to capitalize on potential of industry

Calling on governments, donors and international financial institutions to "unlock the potential of tourism," Deputy Secretary-General Asha-Rose Migiro today hailed the industry''s ability to create jobs, stimulate economi...

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Thailand Flooding Threatens World Heritage Site

Floods in Thailand have killed more than 200 people, destroyed farmland, and forced thousands to evacuate low-lying areas near rivers. Surging waters are now threatening a United Nations World Heritage site in the ancient...

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