Poaching is on the increase
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Poaching of bears in North America is becoming increasingly serious and is linked to demand for bear parts in Asia. Bear gall bladders are believed to have medicinal properties, and they can easily be hidden. There is a danger that US bears could become extinct as has occurred with many bear species in Asia. The US and Canada are strenghening their laws in order to tackle the problem, but there is also a need to ban the bear parts trade in consuming nations.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1997
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Ad lib
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Television talk show inventor and host Jack Paar stuttered in high school. He read about how the Greek philosopher Demosthenes put stones in his mouth to overcome his stuttering. Paar tried it, using button's from his mother's sewing basket instead. It worked. Paar also talked about what made is show a hit, his one regret and his painting.
Publication Name: Modern Maturity
Subject: Personal finance
ISSN: 0026-8046
Year: 1999
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Sell your produce at a roadside stand
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A roadside stand can be an outlet when there is a surplus of fruits and vegetables from the garden. Tips on operating a stand are provided.
Publication Name: Country Journal
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0898-6355
Year: 1992
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