Christiaan Barnard, celebrated pioneer of heart transplant surgery, dies at 78
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Surgeon Christiaan Barnard, who has died at the age of 78, came to international attention after performing the first heart transplant in 1967. He led a colourful life, often spending time with celebrities and travelling the world.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2001
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Carnival's crush does not hold back the dancing in the streets
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The 2001 Notting Hill Carnival in London, England, attracted very large numbers of people but there were few security problems. There were 10,000 police officers on the streets, creating a heavy financial burden.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2001
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Motorists trapped for hours by blizzards
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Blizzards have caused serious problems for travellers in Northern Ireland, Scotland and parts of England. Many roads are blocked, and many people have been left without electricity.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2001
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