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Reuters Business Summary (Reuters via Yahoo! Philippines News)
Verizon labor talks continue, beyond deadline NEW YORK - Verizon Communications Inc and two big unions kept talking after a labor contract covering 65,000 workers expired on Saturday and the unions said they made progress toward a deal, averting a strike threat. "We made enough progress on most of the major issues to give the negotiators confidence to continue talking ...
2008-08-02 10:27:53 -
July 31 (Journal Inquirer)
Dodd acknowledged receiving a “VIP” loan from Countrywide Financial Corporation, but denied that he knew the designation meant he would be enjoying special privileges. According to published reports, Dodd’s special mortgage rate reduces his costs by $75,000 over the 30-year life of the mortgage.
2008-08-02 10:48:03 -
Foreclosures, Bankruptcies Increasing In Mountain Empire (Bristol Herald Courier)
The owners of about 200 Mountain Empire homes currently teeter at the precipice of losing their property to foreclosure.
2008-08-02 10:54:52 -
America must get culture of debt under control (Akron Beacon Journal)
I don't normally take sides on ''policy'' issues, such as what to do about taxes or Social Security. I find it more useful to write about the way things are, not how we wished they were.
2008-08-02 11:04:50 -
Candidate Q&A: Will Shafroth (Broomfield Enterprise)
Will Shafroth
2008-08-02 11:07:09 -
A check on the credit crunch (Cape Cod Times)
SANTA ANA, Calif. — Nearly a year into the credit crunch, the mortgage and housing markets remain confusing and difficult for many consumers.
2008-08-02 11:12:45 -
Overlooking a teeny fact... - Boston Globe
In a July 30 article you write: "Boston home prices on the rise!" based upon the widely respected Case-Shiller index. ("Boston house prices show some spring," July 30). While your assertion is true, there is an important omission that should be ...
2008-08-02 09:40:00 -
TD Canada Introduces Great Mortgage Giveaway - HULIQ.com
TD Canada Trust announces The Great Mortgage Giveaway. From now until October 24, 2008, customers who apply for a mortgage or home equity line of credit will automatically be entered for a chance to win $300,000. "We're thrilled to offer our ...
2008-08-02 05:00:00 -
San Francisco at San Diego - Sbrforum.com
SAN DIEGO (Ticker) -- After getting an extra day off following a demanding performance his last time out, Jake Peavy would like nothing better than to wear out the San Francisco Giants. Pitching on five days' rest, Peavy gets his first home start in ...
2008-08-02 12:54:00 -
CONSUMER WATCH: Bank failure need not catch you by surprise (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
You don't have to be blindsided by a bank failure like customers of IndyMac Bank and others that failed in the past month.
2008-08-02 09:28:53 -
The week that was ... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)
The U.S. economy expanded more slowly than expected in the second quarter, while revised government figures for the final quarter of 2007 showed the first retraction since the last recession in 2001.
2008-08-02 09:35:53 -
Stressed about the economy? Escape the 'mental recession' (The Arizona Republic)
Plenty of Americans have faced far scarier economic times than these and came out just fine.
2008-08-02 09:38:20 -
Racing toward the red (Burlington Times-News)
The economic strain griping America has become apparent across NASCAR's highest ranks, where the discourse is dotted with cost-cutting measures and attendance has fallen off regardless of how revered the venue as fans have struggled to afford one day at the big-time races, let alone an entire weekend.
2008-08-02 09:43:06 -
Couple's portfolio needs a less conservative tack (The Star-Ledger)
Pat and Perri, both 52, are planning for retirement and for their 14-year-old child's education. "In retirement, we would like to spend at least three months in Florida or another warm climate, preferably on the water," Pat says.
2008-08-02 09:48:30 -
Tips for weathering this stormy market (The Star-Ledger)
Sharply falling stock-market and home values have created an extremely treacherous period. How you handle your money in these tough times is going to play a huge role in whether you reach your long-term financial goals.
2008-08-02 09:49:07