English has been written using the Latin alphabet since around the ninth century. (Before that, Old English had been written using the Anglo-Saxon Futhorc.) The spelling system or orthography of English is historical, not phonological.
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Question: A spelling reform was approved in all German speaking countries.
no
Europe's economic environment has altered considerably over the last thirty years, and the economies of European countries have progressively opened up to the global economy. As a result, the competitiveness of the European economies is dependent not just on production costs, but also on the performance of pension and social security systems guaranteeing security for the future.
Is this true: National pension systems currently adopted in Europe are in difficulties.
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The 7-4 defeat by Long Beach State, pushed the Cardinal to the brink in the double-elimination format of NCAA regionals.
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Stanford Cardinal were defeated by Long Beach State, 7-4.
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Problem: Termed "Operation Baylout", the group claims that hundreds of volunteers are taking part in coordinated efforts to jam the websites of the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry and MAQS, a law firm working with the prosecution in the Pirate Bay case. As of Friday evening MAQS's website read "Our website is currently under attack and we have therefore decided to shut it down until the attack ceases."  The group is also coordinating efforts to jam the fax lines of the MPAA's anti-piracy office and of prosecuting attorney Monique Wadsted.  Andrew Norton of Pirate Party International rejected the attacks, saying, "While we can't condone these acts, it does show there is a wealth of feeling that opposes the decisions and actions of this trade body.

Based on that paragraph can we say the following?
MAQS law firm employed hundreds of volunteers.

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Q: A recent study found no evidence of seasonal affective disorder in Iceland where the sun does not appear for a long time in the winter.
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a worldwide disorder.
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The two presidents, Bush and Chirac, were honored with a 21-gun salute.
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Question: The two presidents, Bush and Chirac, were honoured with a 21-gun salute.

yes