"And I needed both of them, " said Mr. Francesconi, who has his own plans for adding to the historical record.

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Spending money we haven't got, and adding to the already record debt levels, will not only leave an unfair burden on our children for the long-term.

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The social network is adding the ability to record and send voice messages, up to one minute in length, to your friends.

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But as he approaches the twilight of his glittering career, the 17-time major winner is prioritizing adding to that record haul over returning to the No. 1 spot.

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He won despite the goggle mishap, adding to his record gold medal streak.

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Also adding to banks' concerns are fears that the record lending over the past few years may result in a rise in bad loans and hurt their profits.

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Hedge funds are adding to the pressure on platinum prices, as the futures market shows a record level of bearish bets.

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Sony seems to be trying for a record though, with the Xperia T adding a fourth rebranding.

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Mr Cameron hit back attacking Labour's record in office and adding that the government was consulting on a series of steps to "bring responsibility to the boardroom".

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Consumer confidence remains in the doldrums even after the central bank this month lowered interest rates to a record low 2.75%, adding to a string of rate-cuts since late 2011 designed to spur activity in weaker parts of the economy such as retail sales and housing.

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