The research suggests that as the population ages, new cut-off points are being drawn.

BBC: Middle age begins at 55 years, survey suggests

He warned that an intensification of the debt crisis in Europe could cut two percentage points off global growth.

WSJ: IMF Says Asia Has Room for Stimulus

Hamilton's lead over McLaren team-mate and defending champion Fernando Alonso was cut to four points after he slid off in the season's penultimate race.

BBC: SPORT | Motorsport | Formula One | No more slip-ups, vows Hamilton

Higher taxes will cut 1% to 2% GDP points off of the recovery when it occurs.

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He cut Sale's lead to seven points with another kick which went over off the post, but missed a third kick at goal right on half-time.

BBC: Clermont Auvergne 15-32 Sale

Boston cut a 26-point deficit to four points twice down the stretch, but failed to pull off one more improbable run.

WSJ: Celtics' comeback fades in 88-80 loss to Knicks