Also perturbing, though long expected, was the recent announcement that the governor of the Reserve Bank, Chris Stals, would be replaced next year by a politician, Tito Mboweni, currently the labour minister.

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At the time the letter was written, though, implementation was a long way off and many observers expected Congress would act to avert draconian cuts before the budget guillotine fell.

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Comparing the anti-obesity drug to treatments for other chronic diseases, Troupin said patients will probably need to continue taking Qsymia long-term, though the new drug is not expected to be widely covered by health insurance plans.

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Though growth is expected to be primarily in single-aisle aircraft, long-haul airplane traffic is anticipated to continue to grow at approximately 4.5% per year as well.

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Though there has been no verdict announced, he is expected to be convicted and receive a long prison term.

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