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The industry where the American Dream still thrives
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In today's high-competition workplace, the restaurant industry remains one of the few in which people can literally start at the bottom and work their way to the top.
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Choose the gift of giving this holiday season
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The holiday season is an important time of year to celebrate with loved ones and show them how much you care. It is also a great opportunity to help those in need by considering gifts that give back and help those in need.
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On World Food Day, thank a farmer
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Fewer than 3 percent of Americans work in farming. Yet, this sector of our workforce not only feeds our country, it also provides a wealth of grain and food exports that feed millions of people around the world. In fact, America's agriculture sector is so productive that Americans spend less for food, as a percentage of their total income, than do most other people around the world.
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Top online searches show political and social attitude of 2011
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Notorious trials, political scandals and social uprisings drew people online, but the death of Osama bin Laden and the dominance of the iPhone - fueled by the passing of Apple founder Steve Jobs - topped online searches and news in 2011.
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A different holiday perspective: It's the little things that matter most
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The "magic" of the holiday season across the U.S. seems to arrive earlier and earlier each year, and so by late October, many store shelves are already stocked and awaiting excited shoppers. And although the holidays are undoubtedly a meaningful and special occasions for those in fortunate situations, it's easy to take for granted that family, gifts and a warm meal will be a part of the celebration.
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