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UK government to crack down on MPs earning extra cash from media firms
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Bitcoin Is Luring More Companies and Their Cash
It is a sharp pivot away from the cautious approach of the traditional corporate treasury, normally charged with safeguarding cash rather than chasing higher returns.The New York Times - 3d -
China expands ‘cash for clunkers’ scheme to rice cookers and microwaves
Beijing unveils $11bn in subsidies to trade in appliances amid concern over weak economic momentumFinancial Times - 4d -
China’s drive to give Taiwanese visitors local IDs alarms Taipei
Officials fear jurisdiction will be compromised and push could open door for Beijing to intervene in its domestic affairsFinancial Times - 6d -
Surgeon general's suggestion to put a cancer warning on alcohol is long overdue, doctors say
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Hamlin hosts Bills' medical staff, launches local scholarship on two-year cardiac arrest anniversary
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WATCH: Toddler and her dog have never been apart
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