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January 24, 2012

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Historical Context for January 24, 2012

In 2012, the world population was approximately 7,201,202,485 people[†]

Notable Births

Countess Athena of Monpezat

2012Princess Athena of Denmark[†]

Countess Athena of Monpezat is a member of the Danish royal family. She is the younger child and only daughter of Prince Joachim and Princess Marie of Denmark. She is the youngest grandchild of Queen Margrethe II and Prince Henrik, and the niece of King Frederik X. Athena is currently ninth in the line of succession to the Danish throne.

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Headlines from January 24, 2012

Not Quite Smart Enough

By Andrew Martin

As the “smart” gadget revolution spreads from phones to televisions and home appliances, some manufacturers are hoping to make a bundle.

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Romney Unleashes Attack With Gingrich Sole Target

By Jeff Zeleny and Jim Rutenberg

In Florida on Monday, Mitt Romney was on the offensive for the first time in a series of G.O.P. debates, tearing into Newt Gingrich’s time as House speaker and the years when he advised companies like Freddie Mac.

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