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The New Economy Big drop in jobless claims: this week in the economy

A bigger-than-expected drop in jobless claims might mean the employment picture isn't as bleak as thought. But retail sales disappointed, and consumer sentiment is still gloomy.

Global News Blog Forbes 2013 billionaire list: rich get richer, women ascend

The aggregate wealth of the world's billionaires is at an all-time high, and 210 new names, including 34 women, have joined the list.

What to expect from Sony and the rumored PlayStation 4 'Orbis'

In a matter of hours, Sony will make its big announcement, which many believe will introduce a next-generation PlayStation console. Here is some of the speculation about what the console would look like (and the likelihood of them being true).

USPS clothing line: Dress like the mailman? (+video)

USPS clothing line focusing on outerwear for men will launch in spring 2014, with plans for a women's line to follow. The USPS clothing line isn't the cash-strapped Postal Service's first foray into fashion. 

Saving Money Social Security: 7 common myths busted

Whether it will be around when you retire or not, Social Security is a difficult thing to understand. Here are seven common questions about the program, explained. 

Energy Voices Romney energy plan: pro-drilling, anti-regulation, and mum on climate change

Romney energy plan wants to open federal lands to drill onshore and US waters to drill offshore, but gives short shrift to renewable energy and ignores fuel efficiency, carbon-dioxide emissions, and climate change. Part 1 of a three-part series on the Romney energy plan.  

The Reformed Broker Don't believe housing's permabears

A housing recovery is slowly taking shape, despite the many doubters.  

Horizons Twitter offline: Site goes dark on day of big announcement

Twitter today announced the expansion of its "promoted tweets" advertising platform. Too bad the microblogging site could barely stay online.

The Circle Bastiat No, Chinese inflation isn't a good sign

Experts say that Chinese inflation is a natural side effect of a healthy economy. Here's why they're wrong.

How Pinterest combines the best parts of Facebook, Tumblr, and Etsy

Pinterest is easy, creative, and winning investors. So how does the new social network work, exactly?

Opinion: Take your money and run

Bank of America's $5 per month debit card fee is just the tip of the iceberg. Big banks are starting to charge fees for what used to be basic services. In protest, switch to a community bank or credit union. It's more convenient than camping out with the Occupy Wall Street protesters.

Suburbia: Where the poor are

15.4 million Americans living in poverty are in the suburbs, far outnumbering impoverished city dwellers.

World markets respond to US credit downgrade

Today is the first day that most stock exchanges have been open since ratings agency Standard & Poor's announced its US credit downgrade from a AAA rating to AA+. Here’s how world markets have responded so far:

10 (more) giant money wasters

In response to a list of 'giant money wasters' recently published, here's different list to consider

Does Sprint still stand a chance?

After AT&T announced that it is buying T-Mobile, Sprint needs to weigh its options and figure out how to stay competitive.

The politics of being really, really rich

A recent article in The Atlantic about the world's super rich makes it clear that it's an interest in humanity binds the poor to the rich.

US gas prices pass $3 mark. Will anything stop them from climbing higher?

Declines in domestic and foreign production are to blame for higher US gas prices, analysts say. Some in the industry see $5-a-gallon gas in 2012, while others say supplies will increase to halt the rise.

With big GM stock offering, vindication for the government bailout?

GM stock is trading again, after automaker's emergence from bankruptcy and a partial government takeover. But the debate goes on over the wisdom of the US bailout.

Will higher taxes deter entrepreneurs?

A failure to extend the current low rates on cap gains and dividends would be central to entrepreneurial concerns.

How Wall Street uses your money to lobby against you

Banks are doing a lot more than shoring up balance sheets with near-zero interest rate bonds. They've reported record profitability and compensation levels, and are spending more than ever on lobbyists.

Will the Chevy Volt get its juice from Google?

According to Motor Trend, Google and GM have partnered up to enhance the OnStar system on the Chevy Volt. Welcome to the age of the Google car.

Who should pay the costs of the oil spill?

All of us. Analysts estimate clean-up will cost up to $14 billion. That's just about how much BP's profits were last year.

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