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Christina Romer, one of President Barack Obama’s most pivotal economic advisers, is quitting her position, a change that comes as the White House fights to show signs of clear economic gains to a hurting nation. Barack Obama – Christina Romer – President of the United States – President – Council of Economic Advisers

If your boss hits on you, tell him you aren’t interested. It’s possible to be respectful while making your position clear. Organized Crime – Business – Oceania – Australia – Games

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie defended his position Tuesday over an escalating rift with the state teachers union, which is refusing to fire a local president who wrote a memo joking about the governor’s death.

The Vatican claims accusations that Pope Benedict XVI helped cover up the actions of pedophile priests are coming from groups who don’t like his opposition to abortion and same-sex marriage.