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Novartis, Raising Forecast, Expects Boost From Sales of Swine Flu Vaccine

Oct. 22, 2009
The Swiss drugmaker reported a $2.1 billion net profit for the third quarter, and estimated the sales of its swine flu vaccine could generate up to $700 million.
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Lori Anne Madison, 6, competes in Scripps National Spelling Bee
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Lori Anne Madison, 6, of Woodbridge, Virginia, spells out the letters in her word as she competes during the opening round of the Scripps National Spelling Bee, May 30, 2012, in National Harbor, Maryland. Madison, the youngest known qualifier in the history of the contest, correctly spelled the word "dirigible*", a lighter-than-air aircraft, to advance. UPI/Mike Theiler