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Taking the boss hostage and other workers stories
April 4, 2009When negotiations broke down in France over proposed cuts at a Caterpillar plant in Grenoble, the workers reacted by using what has now become a frequent tactic in that country : They took their bosses hostage....
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With great expectations, Venezuelas youth orchestra tours the United States
April 4, 2009CHICAGO --- The internationally acclaimed Simón Bolívar Youth Orchestra of Venezuela is travelling throughout the United States this week performing in Washington, D.C., Chicago and Houston. The first performance will be tonight April 3 at Jones...
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Malawi blocks Madonna adoption effort
April 4, 2009Original source: A Malawi judge rejected Madonna's request to adopt a second child from the country on Friday because of a requirement that prospective parents live in the country for at least 18 months. The judgement...
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House, Senate approve Obamas budget with trillions for jobs, health care, education
April 4, 2009WASHINGTON — Congress handed President Obama another victory the night of April 2 approving nearly all the elements of his $3.5 trillion budget and clearing the way for sweeping health care, education, and clean energy reform....
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Workers call for hotel boycotts
April 4, 2009SAN FRANCISCO -- Their spirited chants could be heard blocks away as workers at the HEI Meridien hotel picketed their workplace April 1, urging a boycott of the facility until the hotel’s management recognizes their right...
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