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Irish uproar stops recession from devouring burger Friday, 3 Jul 2009

DUBLIN (Reuters) - Having grumbled about billions spent on banks, the Irish public have pulled together to rescue another treasure -- described as one of Ireland's few original contributions to world cuisine: the "spice burger."  Full Article

 
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North Korea's latest launch ... beer Friday, 3 Jul 2009 

SEOUL (Reuters) - Communist North Korea's latest launch is sure to cause much frothing ... it is a locally brewed beer that promises drinkers it will help ease stress.  Full Article  

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Mung bean mystery stumps British military Thursday, 2 Jul 2009 

KABUL (Reuters) - The British military is mystified after what was first announced as a major haul of opium poppy seeds amounted to nothing more than a hill of beans.  Full Article