Plum District, which relies on women in each city to find the deals that the site promotes, has seen quick success since its launch in May 2010.

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After the launch of the euro in 1999 the bond markets were quick to shake off their doubts about the durability of monetary union without a common fiscal or economic policy.

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In addition, the laptop offers two USB 3.0 ports, a chiclet keyboard with a backlit option, and quick launch keys.

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