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81Economic Affairs — ▪ 2006 Introduction In 2005 rising U.S. deficits, tight monetary policies, and higher oil prices triggered by hurricane damage in the Gulf of Mexico were moderating influences on the world economy and on U.S. stock markets, but some other… …
82publishing, history of — Introduction an account of the selection, preparation, and marketing of printed matter from its origins in ancient times to the present. The activity has grown from small beginnings into a vast and complex industry responsible for the… …
83Noel Edmonds — Born Noel Ernest Edmonds 22 December 1948 (1948 12 22) (age 62) Ilford, Essex, England Occupation Broadcaster Years active 1969–present …
84international relations — a branch of political science dealing with the relations between nations. [1970 75] * * * Study of the relations of states with each other and with international organizations and certain subnational entities (e.g., bureaucracies and political… …
85Egypt, ancient — Introduction civilization in northeastern Africa dating from the 3rd millennium BC. Its many achievements, preserved in its art and monuments, hold a fascination that continues to grow as archaeological finds expose its secrets. This article… …
86Medicare (United States) — President Johnson signing the Medicare amendment. Former President Harry S. Truman (seated) and his wife, Bess, are on the far right …
87Hamas — حركة المقاومة الاسلامية …
88American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 — Stimulus bill redirects here. For other uses, see Stimulus bill (disambiguation). ARRA redirects here. For other uses, see ARRA (disambiguation). American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Full title An act making supplemental appropriations… …
89Payday loan — A shop window in Falls Church, Virginia advertises payday loans. A payday loan (also called a paycheck advance) is a small, short term loan that is intended to cover a borrower s expenses until his or her next payday. The loans are also sometimes …
90Somalia — Somali Republic Jamhuuriyadda Soomaaliya جمهورية الصومال Jumhūriyyat as Sūmāl …
