Are the skies safe? Despite India's midair crash, experts say yes
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A Saudi Arabian jet and a commercial aircraft from Kazakhstan collided near New Delhi, India, killing 349 and raising questions about aviation safety. Experts maintain that fatal accident rates decreased 50% since 1986, although the frequency of accidents remains unchanged.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1996
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A high-flying loonie?
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If the Canadian dollar rises much higher, foreign markets may become increasingly unable to purchase Canadian goods. However, the cost of imported goods would fall and Canadian travelers could purchase more for their money.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1997
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