Word: succession
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...every other way that really matters, Obama's primary responsibilities are to Americans, not to people overseas. It is to the American electorate that he is accountable, and it is American public opinion - not that in Barcelona or Bangalore - that will determine whether his Administration is regarded as a success. (See pictures of the world reacting to Obama...
...Barcelona Stem Cell-ebration European physicians have announced the success of a breakthrough procedure in which a woman's windpipe was rebuilt using her own stem cells. The operation, performed on 30-year-old Claudia Castillo this past June, seeded a stripped-down segment of a donor's trachea with stem cells from Castillo's bone marrow, ensuring a perfect tissue match and reducing the likelihood of transplant rejection. The procedure has been championed as a milestone that could pave the way for radical improvements in organ transplants and the treatment of serious diseases...
...success of the surge has led to a reassessment of Odierno, 54. Retired General Jack Keane, who consulted closely with Odierno on the surge in late 2006, was so impressed that he later used his powerful connections in the Administration to push for promoting Odierno to Petraeus' job. "He went through a complete metamorphosis," says Keane. "He educated himself and became the pre-eminent operational commander we have in conducting irregular warfare...
...nominate the U.S. military serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. Against tremendous odds in Iraq, American forces have achieved a measure of success in bringing Iraqis a chance at freedom, and in the Afghan theater they lead the way in combatting the worst terrorists on the planet. For their sacrifice and patriotism, our troops on the front lines are worthy of Person of the Year...
...success for most retailers will be managing inventory and staff levels smartly--these are the few areas where stores can make significant adjustments. Because of the steady sales decline over the year, most shops had trimmed inventory levels at least 10%, conserving cash. Many stores have gone further, lowering inventory levels as much as 18%, says Cohen. That's nearing the danger zone. "If they cut any more, they won't have enough to even come close to making their number," he says. "They have to sell enough to pay the electric bill." Likewise, retailers are ratcheting down staffing. College...