The Lewis Point is the great test for catch-up economies, when they can no longer rely on cheap labour, copied technology, and export-led growth to keep the game going.

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From all the test I ran, windows 8 is great from the simple users.

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The test of a great leader, though, is how that failure is handled.

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"I think South Carolina is a great test for winning in the South, winning among rural voters and winning among the African-American voters, " an ebullient Edwards told CNN after addressing supporters in Columbia, South Carolina.

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With a long ascent to about 5, 100 metres, this mountain is a great last test before heading to the glaciers.

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Nelson, 38, is seeking one last huge test in the twilight of a great career, and a contest against the 24-year-old challenger from Swansea could provide a career-defining fight for both of them.

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It has been a series that, at times, has tested the patience of those both playing and watching it because of the batsman-friendly pitches that yielded 17 centuries in all, but the climax was another reminder of what is truly great about Test cricket.

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Chambers was banned for two years in 2003 for a positive drug test, but is delighted to be back in the Great Britian team and enjoying the support of UK Athletics ahead of a season that also includes the European Championships in Barcelona in July.

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"This was never something I aspired to do but to be selected is a great honour, " said the 29-year-old, who has made 62 Test appearances for Ireland and who got the nod ahead of his international skipper Brian O'Driscoll.

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