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Jan 15 2009, AP

The British government announced its support Thursday for a controversial third runway at London’s chronically overcrowded Heathrow Airport, setting the stage for a battle royale with a host of expansion opponents.

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A&W Restaurants, Inc., America’s original Drive-In, is celebrating its 90th Anniversary by rolling out the “Three-D Drive In: Drive-In, Drive-Through, Dine-In.” (Photo: Business Wire)