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World Relieved Rocky Year Over: What are they Missing?
Written by Paul Dean
Wednesday, 31 December 2008
From the AP: "Around the globe, crowds gather and hope for peace
and prosperity in 2009 SYDNEY, Australia - Fireworks exploded in
a kaleidoscopic shower of light over Sydney's shimmering harbor
Wednesday, as the world's first major city to ring in 2009 celebrated
the end of a decidedly rocky year with cheers, beers and a sense of relief.
But in Hong Kong, where thousands were expected at popular Victoria
Harbor for a midnight fireworks display, those who had investments linked
to collapsed U.S. bank Lehman Brothers said there was little joy to be found.
"I don't think there's any reason for me to celebrate after knowing that my
investment is worth nothing now," said electrical repairman Chan Hon-ming,
who had purchased a $30,000 Lehman-backed investment."
