The proportion of cars driving at any given time that are not in in transit — they’re just looking for parking. (Marketplace)
As part of the $7 billion Microsoft purchase of Nokia and its phone technology, Microsoft is also paying billions to license Nokia patents. (WSJ)
The amount of money that consumer products company Jarden is paying for scented candles. Jarden will now add Yankee Candle to a roster that includes Crock Pots, Sunbeam appliances and Rawlings-brand sporting equipment. (Reuters)
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