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UPDATE 1-Nigerian unions call off strike over minimum wage

ABUJA, Nov 10 (Reuters) – Nigeria’s main labour unions said on Wednesday they were calling off a nationwide strike but would meet again next month to evaluate the government’s progress on their demands for a higher minimum wage.     Banks, schools and parts of the transport system in Africa’s […]

Obama: Strong US economy key to global recovery

By ERICA WERNER, Associated Press  SEOUL, South Korea – President Barack Obama said a strong, job-creating economy in the United States would be the country’s most important contribution to a global recovery as he pleaded with world leaders to work together despite sharp differences.   Arriving in South Korea on Wednesday for the G-20 […]

GM reports $2B 3Q profit ahead of stock offering

By TOM KRISHER and DEE-ANN DURBIN, AP Auto Writers  DETROIT – Strong profits on new cars and trucks helped General Motors Co. earn $2 billion in the third quarter, enhancing the company’s appeal as it nears next week’s initial public stock offering.   The third-quarter earnings of $1.20 per share nearly match […]