The 548-mile marathon
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Frequent flier program rules can be strict when it comes to membership and retention of status. Several people make lengthy trips solely for the purpose of retaining their frequent flier status. When their flights are cancelled, they learn that van service will still entitle them to the miles.
Publication Name: The New York Times Magazine
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ISSN: 0028-7822
Year: 1997
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Ion Cioaba
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Cioaba was coronated the King of Gypsies in 1992 and fought adamantly for their rights, gaining compensation for gypsies who died in German concentration camps. Cioaba was a nontraditional gypsy in some ways, such as his success as an industrialist.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1997
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Sands of the world
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Sand is among the most common geological substances on the Earth, with numerous varieties. Magnified pictures of different sand varieties from all over the world are presented. Each tells much about the geologic history of the area.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1996
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