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Monthly Archives: December 2011

Collectors evolving into ‘passionate investors’

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Dennis Varni remembers buying his first car, a 1931 Ford Model A, more than a half century ago when he was 14. It cost him $45 and to amass that princely sum, he picked fruit, hawked his model train set and even sold the clothes off his back. Now 67 and retired from owning several

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As markets plunge, Asia’s wealthy flock to art

As markets plunge, Asia's wealthy flock to art

In a spacious, luxury apartment perched on the leafy hills of Hong Kong, Kai-Yin Lo browses through a trove of Chinese art acquired over several decades, reflecting how her niche, scholarly pursuit has now hit the mainstream. Despite giddy Chinese art prices showing some strain from global economic uncertainty, collectors like to think values will

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Car Care Council recommends drivers check their batteries

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To avoid breaking down on the side of the road this winter, the Car Care Council is encouraging motorists to check their batteries this fall to make sure they have enough energy. “Sooner or later all batteries have to be replaced, and excessive heat and overcharging are the two main reasons for shortened battery life,”

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