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The New Economy
Rush Limbaugh: If ad boycott expands, can he survive?

Rush Limbaugh's inappropriate comments about a law student has caused at least 19 companies to pull their ads from his show. But his on-air survival probably depends on whether his listeners leave.  
Help wanted. But only if you have a job.

Help wanted with a twist: Some firms won't even consider hiring someone who doesn't already have a job. But unemployed can better their job prospects.
Stocks soar on relief over hurricane

Standard & Poor's index recovers all its losses since stocks hit their 2011 low. Dow stocks within reach of break-even for the year.
Why insurance might not cover billions in hurricane Irene damage

Damage estimates run in the billions for hurricane Irene, but with flooding the main culprit, a majority of damage will be items not covered by insurance claims, experts say.
Storm tracker: some useful tech tips to track hurricane Irene

Storm tracker: Smartphones and tablets will come in handy if hurricane Irene comes your way? Here are some useful tips to help you prepare to protect your home and your loved ones.
Allstate shares up after smaller-than-expected loss

Allstate reports $620 million loss due to string of natural catastrophes. Allstate manages to raise insurance rates in 18 states.
Allstate buys Esurance, Answer Financial for $1 billion

Allstate deal allows it to attract consumers who want a choice of carriers. Purchase will reduce earnings only in the first year, Allstate says.
Week ahead: new transparency at the Fed and a gusher of earnings

The Fed will hold its first-ever quarterly briefing, and new data will likely reveal sluggish economic growth for the first quarter
Stock prices too volatile. Young adults opt out of market.

Stock prices have plunged too often in the past decade for risk-averse young adults. Will Wall Street lose a generation of investors?
It's prom time: Don't text and drive

More teens are beginning to realize the dangers of texting while driving. That's a good start toward halting a dangerous practice that needs as much vigilance as stopping drunk driving or fastening seat belts.
Time for a national insurance program to cope with natural disasters?

Advocates of legislation to create a national insurance program say it's better to plan ahead than do a bailout after a natural disaster. Critics say it would amount to a subsidy for owners of coastal mansions and encourage people to live in places they shouldn't.
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Biden task force: Protect retirement savings by regulating 401k advice

Vice President Biden seeks to regulate the type of advice financial planners offer American workers.
AIG chief faces tough questioning over 'retention bonuses'

Edward Liddy is praised by some lawmakers for taking on a tough task. But others excoriate him for large payments to those who helped bring down the company.
Why most boomers can expect to inherit little

An expected $41 trillion wealth transfer will be eaten by high healthcare costs, increased longevity, and diminishing market returns.