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US Debt Crisis Talks
Talks aimed at solving the deadlock over the US debt crisis end with 'tremendous' progress. On Thursday, the US must raise its borrowing limit so that it can pay its bills.
Talks aimed at solving the deadlock over the US debt crisis end with 'tremendous' progress but there is still no deal. On Thursday, the US must raise its $16.7tn borrowing limit so that the nation can pay its bills.
Plus, Britain says it'll streamline its visa system in an attempt to lure Chinese tourists. And, they've been ringing doorbells with their wares for over half a century, but it maybe time for the Avon ladies in France to hang up their blusher brushes.
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