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Senator Dick Durbin

Who are the 'Gang of Six' Senators?

The U.S. Government borrowing authority ends on August 2. A failure by Democrats and Republicans to reach a deal on the debt ceiling could result in an event most economists for decades thought was unfathomable -- a default by the largest and most technologically advanced economy in the world.

Canada won't block $4.5 billion sale of Nortel patents

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The Canadian government will not review the purchase of patents belonging to bankrupt Nortel Networks by a group that includes Apple Inc, Microsoft Corp and Research In Motion Ltd, the industry minister said on Tuesday.
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Instant view: Housing starts hit 6-month high, permits up

U.S. housing starts rose more than expected in June to touch a six-month high and permits for future construction unexpectedly increased, a government report showed on Tuesday, likely reflecting growing demand for rental apartments.
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Verizon to dominate Q2 wireless growth

Verizon Wireless is expected to far outstrip its biggest rivals AT&T Inc and Sprint Nextel in subscriber growth for its first full quarter selling the Apple Inc iPhone.
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‘Last-Chance’ Debt Deal May Be Only Deal

It's been said that Congress never fails to underachieve and exasperate, and that's been the case with the debt talks, so far. The House GOP is currently wasting time with a balanced-budget bill that has almost no chance of becoming law, and the best Senate Democrats can offer is a minimal deficit reduction package.
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FDA plans oversight of some mobile medical apps

A fast-growing number of software applications offers doctors the chance to view X-rays or monitor heart rates from iPads or smartphones, prompting U.S. health officials on Tuesday to propose government oversight for some of the more complex health apps.
Britney Spears

Vanessa Hudgens Replaces Britney Spears As the New Face of Candie's [PHOTOS]

It seems being a Candie's girl is actually a lot of fun for the stars. Thnx, @BritneySpears, you're a tough act to follow, Hudgens posted via Twitter. But, I'm so excited to be the new Candie's girl for 2011!! - xo, Vanessa. Photos have been released of the 22 year old star in lingerie, floral dresses, and other glammed out accessories. Ever since I saw Fergie do the ads for Candie's I fell in love, Hudgens said in a promo interview. It's such an hon...

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