To avoid such a forced distribution, Norwich Union and the Pru have notified policyholders that they themselves are thinking of liquidating the funds.

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Last month, for instance, claims that the government had axed the distribution of emergency food parcels forced it hurriedly to find the missing 50m reais.

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Only time will tell whether bookstores will go the way of Blockbuster ( BBI), Hollywood Video, et al, which have been forced to shrink or close bricks and mortar stores in the face of new technology and distribution.

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Home entertainment distribution virtually imploded with on-demand, Redbox, and iTunes. 3D is being forced on the public (and theater operators), but many are still skeptical of the price.

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