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IN THE NEWS Princeton to Pay $90-Million to Settle Dispute With Donors' Heirs Princeton University will pay $50-million and almost as much in legal fees to foundations controlled by the heirs of a major donor to the institution, in a settlement that ends a closely watched lawsuit over how strictly colleges must adhere to a donor's wishes. IRS Offers Tips for Year-End Donations Individuals and businesses making contributions to charity should keep in mind several important tax law provisions that have taken effect in recent years. Rising Conflict in a Falling Economy The economy is crumbling. Investments are withering. Fear is mounting. But you don't have to sit there feeling helpless—there is something you can do to turn our country's financial crisis into a life-changing investment opportunity. Understanding the Economic Crisis Many ministries reacting to today’s unprecedented financial gyrations are hard-pressed to know what caused it. 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