Tag Archives: Clout

Google’s shot itself in the foot: Swedish Academy

Language heavy-weight the Swedish Academy, known globally for awarding the Nobel Prize for Literature, has warned Google that it has the clout to fight back if the US search engine objects to the word “ungoogleable”. Read More

The Best Picks From The CFDA Target Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection (VIDEO)

Nothing gets us quite as excited as a new designer collaboration, and today, we can finally get our hands on the Target and Neiman Marcus holiday collection. The iconic retailers have teamed up with 24 CFDA designers to create one epic lineup. The likes of Proenza Schouler, Jason Wu, and Prabal Gurung, to name a few, lent their designer clout to create a truly covet-worthy collection. Available at Target and Neiman Marcus stores — and online! — this collection does not disappoint. Watch on to see our favorite picks from the line, and don’t forget to snag your favorites today.Read More…

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Analysis: Egypt’s Mursi has scarce room for action on Gaza

CAIRO (Reuters) – Egypt’s ruling Islamists are working for a truce in Gaza to show off their regional clout and reassure major donor the United States, but stern rhetoric against Israel to appease an angry support base is unlikely to translate into serious action.

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France recognizes new Syria opposition, U.S. restrained

BEIRUT (Reuters) – France became the first Western power to recognize a fledgling Syrian opposition coalition fully, stepping out beyond the United States, which said on Wednesday the body must first show its clout inside Syria.

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France recognizes new Syria opposition, U.S. hangs back

BEIRUT (Reuters) – France became the first Western power to recognize a fledgling Syrian opposition coalition fully, stepping out beyond the United States, which said on Wednesday the body must first show its clout inside Syria.

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