We have seen some real strength in manufacturing -- 49, 000 jobs today -- and I understand this was an unusual jobs report -- but 152, 000 over the last year.

WHITEHOUSE: Press Briefing

If it's spread down the middle, 50-50, or 51-49, then I think Congress's inclination is going to be not to change but to maintain the status quo until there's a greater indication that there is support for change.

WHITEHOUSE: Open for Questions with President Obama

"I was the woman with the strength of seven men, but now I'm afraid if I stumble, I'll fall, " says 49-year-old Akhtar Bibi, invoking a local proverb.

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"It means a lot to me to win another title here and I love the challenge, " said the 49-year-old.

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"I am not thinking about leaving, " the 49-year-old told www.calciomercato.com.

BBC: Ancelotti rules out Chelsea move

"Everyone I talk to is floored, " said Mr. Trefero, a 49-year-old contractor.

WSJ: Missing Cleveland Women Found Alive

"I'll be up here 50 years this year, and I'm getting a little tired of it, " said the 49-year-old Mr. Armstrong, a commercial fire-safety systems installer.

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