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    "NEW BANKRUPTCY LAW"
    April 20, 2005 - United States

    President George W. Bush signed the "New Bankruptcy Law" making it harder for debt-ridden people to wipe clean their financial slates by declaring bankruptcy. The Act of Congress attempts to make it more difficult for consumers to discharge debt ( under which most debts are forgiven or discharged) under Chapter 7 ( Chapter 7 which was the most common form of bankruptcy in the United States ). The second most popular form of Bankruptcy Chapter 13 was "reorganization", or debt adjustment. **** Personal Opinion *** It appears from reading that due to some means test associated with the new laws approximately 85% of debtors are not subject to its "means test" and a large percentage of the rest are able to "pass" the means test. And although Chapter 7 is slightly more complicated it appears it is still in wide spread use.

    THE SUPREME COURT ALLOWS ANIMAL CRUELTY VIDEOS
    April 20, 2010 - United States

    The Supreme Court has ruled that a law which makes it illegal to sell videos of animals being tortured violates the right to free speech. Chief Justice John Roberts said that the law was too broad and invalid to be used under the First Amendment. The ruling is a victory for Robert Stevens, who was sentenced in 2005 to three years for making and selling videos of dog fights. The 1999 law that was used to convict him was intended to prevent depictions of animal cruelty. It was adopted by Congress and originally aimed at limiting internet sales of "crush" videos which show women crushing small animals with high-heeled shoes. Stevens has argued that the videos were intended to educate people about the pit bull breed and that he was not trying to promote illegal dog-fighting.

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The article features Uzbekistan and its capital city, Tashkent which is a popular destination of many visitors. There is also a brief description of Tashkent hotels.

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Uzbekistan is set in Central Asia. It borders on Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan. The country has an interesting history. Even now you can find there ancient temples, tombs and the sites of ancient settlements. Tashkent is the capital city of Uzbekistan, and it is set on the crossroads of the Central Asian Silk Route. As a city of commerce, business, history and culture, Tashkent dealt with a lot of important changes during the previous century and turned into an exciting spot for any tourist to explore. Today, it is the most cosmopolitan city in Uzbekistan with a large Russian ethnic minority group. The city is known for its countless fountains, park alleys and tree lined streets.

Because Tashkent welcomes thousands of tourists annually, there are hotels which suit the budget and needs of every visitor to the capital. Elite Hotel is a 3-star hotel set 10 minutes away from the center of Tashkent. Customers can select from single rooms, double rooms and luxury suites. They are set in four super furnished palace-style structures and it also has its own restaurant. Whether traveling on business, or with family and friends, you will appreciate the special services and amenities provided.

Grand Mir Hotel is an up-to-date hotel with restaurants and bars, luxuriously furnished rooms. The restaurant offers the most delicious local and western meals cooked by famous chefs. You can get a good workout in the fitness center under the guidance of a qualified trainer. The hotel has a favorable location. The hotel is located in the center of Tashkent, nearby many international organizations.
Rovshan Hotel is a private hotel which offers an alternative solution to pricey hotels. The hotel is a 10 minutes drive from the downtown and most of government and business buildings.

Nearby you will see local cafes and restaurants offering a wide selection of local, Europeans meals, and Mirabad Market where you can purchase both fresh and dried fruit, seasoning, home-made bread. Rovshan Hotel rooms are furnished with telephone, satellite TV, and an air conditioner. The hotel offers necessary facilities to arrange interviews, conferences, business meetings, etc.

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