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OPEC delays decision to cut oil production amid falling prices

Crude prices have been falling since October because major producers are pumping oil at high rates and due to fears that weaker economic growth could dampen energy demand.

World Feb 18

Latvian member of European Central Bank detained in probe

Latvia's top banking official and key member of the European Central Bank was detained Sunday amid accusations of bribery and money laundering in the nation's financial system.

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