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It's a Man's World, Business Study Finds

(March 17) -- In most of the world, discrimination against women in business isn't just a bad idea -- it's the law. A World Bank study of business laws related to women in 128 countries found that in only 20 are men and women equal when it comes to using and owning property, getting loans, accessing courts and obtaining...

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01/12/11 Canadian and developing-country teams to advance food... Source: Tesco Corp "These projects were selected for their proven track record of performance to date and their potential to produce lasting results within a relatively short timeframe - one to two years. They will help break the cycle of poverty, food insecurity and unsustainable practices in developing-world regions, by strengthening and helping rural families through increased food security," said David Malone , President of IDRC.