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Trade Deficit Probably Narrowed in July: U.S. Economy Preview Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 12:23AMThe trade deficit probably narrowed in July as a slowing economy prompted Americans to buy fewer goods from abroad, economists said before a government report this week.
Smith hopes to build 'Field of Dreams' for Alabama Gulf Coast Christian Academy Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 12:19AMSUMMERDALE, Ala. — “If you build it, they will come,” a line made famous in the Kevin Costner movie “Field of Dreams” is one of the goals Lester Smith has as he begins a new chapter as principal of Alabama Gulf Coast Christian Academy in Summerdale.
Former walk-on walking tall Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 12:18AMBrett Downey. Courtesy photo Brett Downey No. 78, is second on the UCLA depth chart at left tackle. Courtesy photo
Food drive urgent as middle class becomes 'temporary poor' Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 12:17AMWith demand at their food pantries quadrupled since the recession began, Jewish Family and Children's Services has rolled out about 1,000 volunteers to get word out about this year's High Holiday Food Drive, a monthlong September effort to stock the nonprofit's five food pantries, including an expanded one in San Mateo. Those pantries operate less like food banks and more like small grocery ...
Afghans continue pulling money from Kabul Bank amid concerns over liquidity, risky lending Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 12:16AMKABUL - Nervous Afghans pulled more deposits out of the nation's largest bank despite assurances from government leaders that their money was
Sunday Buzz: Meridian founder Darren Berg to get paid to unravel finances Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 12:11AMMeridian Group founder Darren Berg will be paid $70,000 to help unravel what happened to more than $200 million he raised for nine Meridian Mortgage funds in bankruptcy.
Anna Rice (behind counter), a library volunteer, checks out books for patrons at the Southeast Steuben County Library. Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 12:05AMCorning, N.Y. — After more than two years of negotiations, the Southeast Steuben County Library has reached a new long-term deal with the seven local municipalities that provide the bulk of its funding.
UN's Ban calls for poverty aid to match financial-crisis spending Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 9:42AMVienna - Rich countries should be just as active earmarking funds to meet the United Nations' poverty-fighting goals as they did to fight the financial crisis, UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon said Saturday at a conference in Austria.
Eight more independents file petitions to run for Cuyahoga County council Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 9:27AMThe candidates each filed hundreds of signatures with the county Board of Elections by Tuesday. That was the deadline for a pre-check, in which workers review petitions as a courtesy to determine if they contain errors.
You're the best, Dad Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 9:20AMMen with prams were once a curiosity, but times have changed: modern dads are finding there's never been a better time to be a father. John Mangan reports.
A 2-nation struggle to stem flow of drug money Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 9:13AMStashing cash in spare tires, engine transmissions and truckloads of baby diapers, couriers for Mexican drug cartels are moving tens of billions of dollars in profits south across the border each year, a river of dirty money that has overwhelmed U.S. and Mexican customs agents.
Marysville schools earn top credit rating Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 9:10AMStandard & Poor's Rating Services have increased Marysville Public Schools' credit rating from an A to an A+. Standard & Poor's is a premier investment research, credit rating and financial data analysis service.
Parent forum is set for Tuesday at WHS Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 9:09AMHigh school students typically don't share a lot of information with their parents about what's happening at school.
Afghans continue pulling money from troubled bank Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 8:13AMNervous Afghans pulled more deposits out of the nation's largest bank on Saturday, despite assurances from government leaders that their money was safe.
Debit or credit? Higher One's 'noodly' fees irk college students Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 8:12AMIT'S ONLY MONEY: Heading to college? Higher One's debit card is on hundreds of campuses. But don't run it as one. You'll pay 50 cents. Unless you're at Portland State or Southern Oregon. And in the know.
Afghans continue pulling money from troubled bank Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 8:03AMKABUL, Afghanistan - Nervous Afghans pulled more deposits out of the nation's largest bank on Saturday, despite...
Pakistan gets IMF relief, tightens security Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 12:12PMLAHORE, Pakistan (Reuters) - The International Monetary Fund will give Pakistan $450 million in emergency flood aid, providing some relief for a government overwhelmed by the disaster and facing renewed militant violence.
Covering the Self-Serving Fuld Testimony Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 12:05PMThe coverage of Dick Fuld’s appearance before the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission is somewhat uneven this morning.
Data shows jobless claims drop, retail sales rise Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 12:03PMWASHINGTON (AP) — A weak economy got a little lift Thursday with new data suggesting companies aren't pursuing mass layoffs and stores are a little busier. New applications for unemployment benefits declined for a second straight week after rising in the previous three. Retailers reported surprisingly strong sales in August. And more people signed contracts to buy homes. Economists were mildly ...
Ohio's 16th District race: contest between Republican Jim Renacci and Democratic incumbent John Boccieri heating up Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 12:02PM—————
Data shows jobless claims drop, retail sales rise Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 12:02PMASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON — A weak economy got a little lift Thursday with new data suggesting companies aren’t pursuing mass layoffs and stores are a little busier. New applications for unemployment benefits declined for a second straight week after rising in the previous three. Retailers reported surprisingly strong sales in August. And more people signed contracts to buy homes. Economists ...
Bernanke: "Too-Big-to-Fail" Must Be Fixed Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 12:00PMFed Chief Tells Financial Inquiry Commission that Regulators Have to Be Ready to Shut Down Banks Threatening System
MetLife Auto & Home Offers Hurricane Preparedness Tips Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 11:59AMWARWICK, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--With much of the East Coast, from the Carolinas to Maine, bracing for a close encounter with Hurricane Earl, residents in harm’s way are being urged to take precautionary measures to help minimize property damage and protect loved ones. To help consumers prepare for the storm, MetLife Auto & Home offers the following tips: Decide in advance where to go, if you’d ...
Bernanke: Shut down banks if they threaten system Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 11:59AMFederal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke told a panel investigating the financial crisis that regulators must be ready to shutter the largest institutions if they threaten to bring down the financial system.
IMF extends $450 mln in urgent aid for Pakistan Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 11:58AMIMF extends $450 mln in urgent aid for Pakistan
U.S. Economy: Pending Home Sales Rise in Sign Market Steadying Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 11:58AMPending sales of existing houses unexpectedly climbed in July from a record low, indicating the real-estate market is steadying following the end of a government tax credit.
At UNR, students quick to begin job hunt Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:08PMAt the start of a new school year at the University of Nevada, Reno more than 1,300 students already are employed on campus.
More public housing smoking bans possible Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:07PMThe County Council may create a financial incentive for more agencies to adopt restrictive policies.
Study recommends changes to emergency seed aid Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:05PM( University of East Anglia ) A major study of agriculture in Haiti after this year's earthquake has found that much of the emergency seed aid provided after the disaster was not targeted to emergency needs. The report concludes that seed aid, when poorly designed, could actually harm farmers or depress local markets, therefore hampering recovery from emergencies.
Lehman could have been rescued: Fuld Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:46PMFormer CEO says regulators refused to give bank help that they later offered other firms
College bookstore offers textbook rental Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:45PMThis fall, Cochise College will become part of a select group of colleges/universities offering students a textbook rental program. This opportunity is made possible thanks to a partnership between the college and the campus bookstore, managed by Barnes & Noble. With textbook rentals, students can realize tremendous savings, paying less than half of what they would to purchase a new, printed ...
Millennium Development Goals Largely Off-Track Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:44PMMillennium Development Goals moral imperative, but largely off-track for poorest, least politically powerful people. Achieving Millennium Development Goals would cost less than one-tenth of annual global military spending, roundtable told
At Bridge Haven, Playing for BackStoppers Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:38PMAt an event to benefit BackStoppers, a deal that shows bridge is a bidder’s game.
Singletary: New clock ticking on student loan debt in U.S. Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:33PMIn midtown Manhattan two years ago, the billboard-size clock that keeps track of the U.S. national debt ran out of digits when the figure ballooned to $10 trillion.
Slovenia Scraps International Bond Sale Plan as Economy Returns to Growth Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:28PMSlovenia has scrapped plans to sell more benchmark bonds this year as the economy’s return to growth reduces the need to raise money on international markets, Finance Minister Franc Krizanic said.
Hyland Software Acquires Hershey Systems Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:08PMCLEVELAND, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyland Software has purchased privately held Hershey Systems, a provider of Web-based ECM solutions focused primarily on the higher education market. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20090130/65710LOGO) (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20090130/65710LOGO ...
Boxer lays out economic plans in SF speech Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:37PMSAN FRANCISCO — On the eve of her only scheduled debate with the Republican challenger who's nipping at her heels, U.S. Sen. Barbara Boxer said she doesn't worry about her re-election chances.
How do you respond when asked for money? Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:36PMBegging on the street is looked on by some as parasitical panhandling. Others view it, particularly in this economic day and age, as a legitimate means to one’s financial ends. Sometimes, it’s actually neither.
Consumer spending inches upward Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:32PMAmericans are spending a little more this summer, but hardly enough to rejuvenate the weakening economy.
Big turn out for hearing on for-profit colleges Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:25PMHundreds turned out Tuesday for a hearing about for-profit colleges, the debt many students who attend them are left with, and the education they receive.
Budget Cuts Eliminate Successful FLCC Program Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:25PMAs a new school year is getting underway at Finger Lakes Community College, a statewide program there is shutting down. Tuesday was the last day for what is known as the Bridge program, which provided the economically disadvantaged with training and other resources.
Chiles expected to drop Fla. gov. bid Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:24PMHe'll announce the end of his independent campaign Wednesday, according to a state Democrat.
10 bailed-out banks spent $16.3M lobbying in 1H Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:22PMThe 10 banks that received the most bailout aid during the financial crisis spent over $16 million on lobbying efforts in the first half of 2010, as the debate over financial regulatory reform reached
Finances tight at PES Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 9:13PMPRINCETON — The Princeton Elementary School District has started its new fiscal year but is still waiting on state money owed the district for last year.
Sweden's general election campaigns gain momentum Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 8:40PMAs the general election campaign has begun, Sweden is filled with election atmosphere. Posters from different parties and the pictures of candidates are already presented in the streets of various cities, especially in Stockholm.
One in five small businesses in Greece faces imminent closure danger due to economic crisis Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 8:39PMOne in five small businesses in Greece faces the danger of closure in the following months due to economic crisis which has hit hard the country, according to a survey released on Wednesday by GSEVEE, a union representing small businesses.
Flight training ready to take off Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 8:32PMMountain State University has teamed up with Airline Transport Professionals Flight School in a unique endeavor for aviation students to take flight courses at one of 22 ATP locations while also attending college classes through MSU.
Chisilhurst Police Dept. facing layoffs, demotions Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 8:10PMCHESILHURST—The borough will join a miriad of other towns in South Jersey dealing with police layoffs.
King’s honored with high ranking Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 8:06PMWILKES-BARRE – King’s College has been recognized as among the country’s best institutions of higher learning in rankings that stress service to the community, social mobility of the student body and research.
Oakland Opportunity Academy a model for alternative schools Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 7:50PMOakland Schools intermediate school district will open a model regional alternative high school featuring twilight hours this fall for students from six Oakland County school districts.