In any event, the official departure of American combat troops at the end of August 2010 by no means signifies the end of American military involvement.

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Still, Mr. Christie held a campaign event prior to the train's departure that was close enough for reporters to attend, where he received the endorsement of the Democratic mayor of Harrison.

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The departure of Laura Ashley chief executives has become an almost regular event now, with eight in all attempting to help it recapture past glory.

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Greece may be a small economy, but a Greek departure from the euro, amid brinkmanship and bluster, would not be a small event.

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In another significant departure from current law, the proposed law would make distributions of appreciated property a taxable event, with the partnership or S corporation recognizing gain as if they sold the property for its fair market value.

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The announcement regarding Van Outen's departure came just hours after Channel Five bosses spoke about her role on the show at a press event.

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