The energy consumption data also could help home and business owners take stock of their energy use and take actions to save money, such as putting in more energy efficient light bulbs and appliances or running washers and dryers only when electric rates are low.

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It is also the case that we have a certain amount of experience in making the hard decisions and mustering the political will to take the actions necessary to save our financial system and, in fact, the global financial system, which is what happened in 2008 and 2009.

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Narcissists might be annoying and even downright selfish, but they may be the best bet when bold and unconventional actions are needed to save an organization.

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His actions, however, helped save at least two fellow Marines.

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So when General Electric argues that fielding two competing engines for the F-35 fighter can save money and enhance performance, that implies certain actions on the part of the government that have precisely the opposite effect in the near term.

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The White House statement said Monti "displayed immeasurable courage and uncommon valor -- eventually sacrificing his own life in an effort to save his comrade, " but did not provide details of his actions.

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"Medical research can do so much to save lives, but in the long run people must take responsibility for their actions, " said Sir Charles George.

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He added: ''Reid admitted her actions from the outset, notably to those first emergency responders who tried in vain to save Mr Whyte's life.

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