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In Change, Palestinians Now Seek High-Profile Visits

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Will Population Shifts Alter Immigration Debate?

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China's New Pick-Up Truck Suspiciously Ford Tough

Feb 4, 2012 (Weekend Edition Saturday) — The Chinese automaker JAC unveiled their latest design this week, and it bears a rather notable resemblance to the Ford F-150. Though the engine is much smaller, the JAC 4R3 will go on sale across China and in Africa and Latin America, after its debut at the Beijing motor show in April.

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