The world almanac and book of facts, 2010 /

The world almanac and book of facts, 2010 / [senior editor: Sarah Janssen ; editor: M.L. Liu]. - New York, NY : World Almanac Books, c2010. - 1008 p. : ill. (some col.), col. maps 20 cm.

The authority since 1868.

Special features -- 2009 : Year in review -- Economy, business & energy -- Crime -- Military affairs -- Health & vital statistics -- Personalities, arts, & media -- Science & technology -- Consumer information -- U.S. government -- U.S. facts, history & elections -- U.S. cities, states, & population -- World history & culture -- Sports -- Directory -General index.

2) Recession in U.S. Ends, but Jobless Rate Rises 3) Pullout from Iraq, Buildup in Afghanistan 4) U.S. Launches Diplomatic Outreach 5) Protest follow Iran Election 6) Democrats Push Agenda 7) Global Swine Flu Pandemic 8)Worldwide Economic Picture Brigthens 9) North Korea Policy Shifts and 10) Israelis Elect Netanyahu After Gaza War. Highlights top ten news topics of 2009 which were: 1) Obama presidency begins,

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