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...even spent some time on the dole. Major later went to Nigeria to do community work; there he confirmed his deep hatred of racism. Following two failed attempts to reach Parliament, Major was elected in 1979 to represent Huntingdon. He is said to have first caught Thatcher's eye when he engaged her in a blazing dinner debate on economic policy. As Chief Secretary to the Treasury from 1987 to July 1989, Major gained a reputation for his quick grasp of complex issues and steady nerves. Later as Chancellor he combined with Douglas Hurd to persuade Thatcher to take Britain...
George Bush -- after nearly 17,000 miles, six countries, a sweeping accord to reduce conventional arms in Europe, a 34-nation peace charter, a dozen speeches, untold private diplomatic understandings, a quart or two of ceremonial champagne, at least 25 clean shirts, eye contact with nearly a million people and G.I. turkey in the Saudi desert (twice) -- came home to roost (certainly not rest) for the weekend. He sent his laundry out, had Air Force One fueled again (53,611 gal.) and got ready to head for Mexico this week...
...envelope, the crucial outer garment that direct-mail watchdog Denison Hatch likens to "hot pants on a hooker." It may be deliberately oversize or emblazoned with URGENT warnings in bold red letters. It can be laser printed to make a boxholder's name appear handwritten, or stamped with an eye-fetching cancellation mark. "My job," explains Ted Kikoler, a Toronto graphic designer who works primarily for U.S. firms, "is to make people read the words, by hook or by crook...
Diabetic complications have also been linked to elevated levels of sorbitol, a sugary alcohol. Even in the absence of insulin, certain cells, such as those in the lens of the eye, continue to absorb glucose. But without insulin, glucose cannot be processed in the usual way; the cell instead converts it to sorbitol. The abnormal accumulation of sorbitol causes cell membranes to swell and leak. It also interferes with vital biochemical processes...
...insidious, often overlooked killer, high blood sugar affects some 100 million people worldwide. Insulin injections, pills or special diets allow many of them to have normal life-spans, but they may develop eye, nerve and circulatory damage. In the not too distant future, drug treatments and vaccines may stop the affliction cold or block its onset...