Modest New Mexico economy shows slow growth
New Mexico’s growth remains tepid with around 1 percent annual job gains projected by the Kansas City Fed and state analysts. Labor markets show 0.2 percent year over year job growth through September, while retail adds strength and metro areas mix gains and losses. Mining boosts receipts but overall rebound appears limited from a three-year recession.
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Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City
Department of Workforce Solutions
Legislative Finance Committee
Mark Snead
Kansas City Fed
Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics
Snead
New Mexico
Kansas City
Tucumcari
Boot Heel
DWS
Albuquerque
Farmington
Greenspan and the dollar seek stability in volatile era
The piece recalls Greenspan’s long tenure and the critiques from the financial crisis era, noting Bernanke’s similar scrutiny and broad calls for a strong dollar. It cites gold standard advocates like Ron Paul and Herman Cain, contrasts constitutional aims for sound money, and highlights presidents’ emphasis on currency stability. The text frames stability as the public’s core demand for money.
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Greenspan
Fed
Ben Bernanke
Ron Paul
Herman Cain
United States
Cain
Congress
Editorial World Opinion on Gaza and Middle East Tensions
The piece discusses Islamic Jihad rocket attacks following Fathi Shikaki's assassination in Malta and Israel's retaliation. It notes casualties in Ashkelon, mentions Gaza settlements, Egypt’s evolving role, and potential shifts in Cairo Jerusalem relations amid Egyptian elections and the peace process impact.
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Islamic Jihad
Rehovot
Malta
Fathi Shikaki
Iran
Israel
Mossad
Shikaki
Khalil
Moshe Ami
Ashkelon
Bnei Atzmon
Gush Katif
Gaza Strip
Egypt
Cairo
Middle East
Jerusalem Post
UK growth beats expectations as Greece referendum looms
Growth in the UK for the last quarter rises to 0.5 percent, surpassing the prior 0.1 percent. Markets falter on the risk that Greece may force a referendum on its bailout, complicating negotiations and risking eurozone stability.
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George Osborne
Athens
George Papandreou
Papandreou
Britain
Quitting Smoking After 15 Years The Quote
The answer notes withdrawal is hard and cravings challenge many quitters. It urges perseverance, warning that relapse wastes health gains and that earlier quitting yields greater long term benefits for reducing disease risk and extending life.
Harvard Medical School adviser on quitting smoking
Ex smokers have lower risks of heart disease stroke cancer and lung diseases than continuing smokers. Quitting improves prognosis even after a heart attack and slows COPD progression while easing symptoms.
Navy Petty Officer Salazar in Northern Wedding Bold Guard 86
25 years ago Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Richard L. Salazar participated in the NATO exercise Northern Wedding Bold Guard 86 alongside troops from Belgium Canada Denmark West Germany the Netherlands Norway Great Britain and the United States. The maritime drill involved 150 ships and submarines and hundreds of aircraft. Salazar is with the 4th Marine Amphibious Brigade at Camp Lejeune.
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Richard L. Salazar
Tonya
John R. Robertson
Artesia
Belgium
Canada
Denmark
West Germany
Netherlands
Norway
Great Britain
United States
Marine Corps
Europe
Salazar
4Th Marine Amphibious Brigade
Camp Lejune
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