He added that while families used to spend a lot of time talking, the advent of the internet and TV had worsened communication skills because there is a "lack of opportunity" to talk.

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At the same time, the advent of digital technology offers new ways to distribute both films and television programmes.

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For the time being, then, the advent of generic biologicals will not significantly quash skyrocketing health care costs.

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