The toughest school on Earth
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The Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) six-month course, undertaken by individuals who want to become US Navy Sea, Air, Land (SEAL) commandos, is considered as the toughest school on Earth. The course, which culminates in the brutal Hell Week, is designed to make the world's toughest warrior.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0375
Year: 1999
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Have airlines forgotten their passengers?
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Airlines have one of the worst customer satisfaction ratings out of 34 industries rated, with observers believing there may have been up to 38 million airline passengers with complaints in 1998. Airlines can be criticized for delays and cancellations, rude employees and ever-smaller seat space.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0375
Year: 1999
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Last chance for two small boys
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Two young boys were saved from certain death after receiving liver transplants from a single donor. The operation went perfectly and the boys completely recovered with their new livers 16 months after the surgery.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0375
Year: 1996
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