The general opinion by the typically jaded journalists was that AMD has finally regained some pep in its step and that these new 6-core CPUs are going to give Intel's upper midrange offerings something to worry about.

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Pernod Ricard said the sale of its soft drinks brands, which account for 5% of the firm's profits, would be "an important step in recentring the group on its core activity, spirits and wines, in which it will become one of the world leaders".

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When they do, will RIM have added anything to this core asset that will keep them a competitive step ahead?

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He is adamant Welsh local authorities cannot afford to step into the breach left by the EHRC by increasing core funding to equality organisations.

BBC: Equality Services threatened

The first step is identifying--and appreciating--their core competencies: the fundamental traits that set them apart and that can be harnessed in pursuit of new, satisfying endeavors.

FORBES: Head Coach

As women around the world continue to fight for their seat at the table, my Administration will keep their interests at the core of our policy decisions -- and we will join them every step of the way.

WHITEHOUSE: Presidential Proclamation - Women��s Equality Day, 2012

The new recently adopted common core standards for K-to-12 mathematics by some 40 states is a good step in the right direction.

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