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Harry Cassin
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Andy Spalding
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Jessica Tillipman
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Bill Steinman
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Richard L. Cassin
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Elizabeth K. Spahn
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Cody Worthington
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Julie DiMauro
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Thomas Fox
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Marc Alain Bohn
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Bill Waite
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Russell A. Stamets
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Richard Bistrong
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Eric Carlson
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Today is a Travel Edition from Venice. If there is one thing that’s ubiquitous throughout this city it’s the Gondolier, the Venetian Gondola boatman. You’re never far from hearing their cry of “Gondola, Gondola” to attract tourists for a fabled and romantic gondola ride.… Continue Reading
Giorgio Orsoni, 63, former mayor of VeniceThe mayor of Venice, italy resigned under pressure Saturday, a day after being freed from house arrest under a plea deal linked to a bribery scandal involving the building of underwater barriers to protect the city from flooding.… Continue Reading
The mayor of Venice and at least 30 others have been arrested in a corruption investigation related to the building of underwater barriers to protect the city from flooding.
Italy’s financial police arrested Giorgio Orsoni Wednesday for alleged corruption, extortion and money laundering, the Guardian said.… Continue Reading
He was once a political superstar in China, perhaps destined to lead the country. But for the past five days, Bo Xilai has been on trial for corruption and abuse of power.… Continue Reading