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Skiing Helmets Become This Winter's Must-Have Accessory

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Demand for skiing helmets has exploded in the wake of a recent high profile accident on the slopes of the Riesneralm in central Austria.  »

 

People

German Billionaire Allegedly Commits Suicide Over Global Crash

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A 74-year-old German billionaire whose industrial empire was on the rocks has killed himself, his family said Tuesday, reportedly by throwing himself under a train. »

 

Business

Porsche Boosts Stake in VW to Over 50 Percent

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German luxury carmaker Porsche has taken over Europe's biggest carmaker Volkswagen after purchasing more than 50 percent of its shares. With the move, it also attains indirect control over Sweden-based Scania.  »

 

Economy

Germany's Merkel Lays Groundwork for New Stimulus Package

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Amid a dispute over tax cuts, German Chancellor Angela Merkel's ruling coalition has prepared the groundwork for a new economic stimulus package designed to protect Germany from recession. »

 

Economy

German Government at Odds Over New Stimulus Package

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Leaders of Germany's coalition government meet Monday to draft a second economic stimulus package. But deep divisions on the best way forward are evident.  »

 

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