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Who are China's next leaders?
On Nov. 15, the new Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Chinese Communist Party – the group that rules China presented itself to the world. Here are the bios of the seven men who take the reins of China.
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China's leadership shakeup: Bo Xilai and 4 other names to watch
Five names to keep an eye on as China prepares for a once-in-a-decade leadership change.
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Ideas for a better world in 2011
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Opinion The only way to alter China's hand in Darfur
Shame won't work. But enlisting its self-interest can.
04/30/2008 01:00 am -
Mortgage exec incentives face increased federal, industry scrutiny
As the Federal Reserve promotes reforms, investors also call for change.
04/17/2008 01:00 am -
Letters to the Editor
Readers write about tobacco control, the Fed's power, market crisis in Uganda, and entitlements.
04/11/2008 01:00 am -
Senate clears housing relief bill
It approves a $15 billion bipartisan package Thursday after several contentious measures are dropped.
04/11/2008 01:00 am -
The Monitor's View New cats for Wall Street's mice
A Treasury plan to simplify rules for the financial industry could both nurture and fix it.
04/03/2008 01:00 am -
Paulson proposes major new role for the Fed
The central bank would oversee all financial markets, under a new plan.
04/01/2008 01:00 am -
Paulson's plan too long-term for some in Congress
Reception to reform is warm on the Hill, but lawmakers seek more urgent action.
04/01/2008 01:00 am -
Congress looking for broader fixes for U.S. economy
On the Hill, bills range from rule changes allowing judges to rewrite mortgage terms to a financial-sector overhaul.
03/28/2008 01:00 am -
Congress in no rush to fix Medicare and Social Security
A new report projects a $42.9 trillion shortfall for the two entitlement programs over the next 75 years.
03/27/2008 01:00 am -
Recession is a given. Can we avoid depression?
Economists wonder if the Bush administration is ideologically inclined to do what's needed to rescue economy.
03/24/2008 01:00 am -
What will steady shaky financial system?
Two keys: Stabilize home values while keeping Wall Street calm, analysts say.
03/19/2008 01:00 am -
As crisis deepens, Fed steps up role
The collapse of Bear Stearns sends the central bank scrambling to ease fears.
03/18/2008 01:00 am -
Bernanke and Paulson: economy's two key crisis managers
The Fed chairman and the Treasury secretary face tough scrutiny as policymakers.
03/17/2008 01:00 am -
Paulson outlines fix-it plan for credit crisis
Treasury secretary calls for tighter reins on financial markets as mortgage turmoil continues.
03/14/2008 01:00 am -
How falling home prices imperil the U.S. economy
Some argue government should do more to stop a negative feedback loop in the housing market.
02/22/2008 12:00 am -
Bernanke tells Congress U.S. outlook to improve later this year
The Fed chief and Treasury Secretary Paulson note tightening credit markets but expect a return to normal.
02/15/2008 12:00 am -
Paulson, lenders to help homeowners stave off foreclosure
'Project Lifeline' is the Bush administration's latest step to ease the woes from the subprime-loan debacle.
02/13/2008 12:00 am -
Congress and the economy: After stimulus bill, what next?
Congress is likely to try other economic boosts. The GOP wants to extend the Bush tax cuts set to expire in 2010.
02/11/2008 12:00 am -
In rare agreement, Congress OKs rebate checks
Package will give most US households $300 to $1,200 apiece, plus an extra $300 per child.
02/08/2008 12:00 am -
USA
02/06/2008 12:00 am -
Stimulus bill hits Senate this week
A bipartisan accord in the House calls for a $150 billion spending plan, including significant tax rebates. But senators may want add-ons.
01/28/2008 12:00 am -
House, Bush stimulus deal on fast track
Democrats and Republicans are anxious to get $300 to $1,200 in tax-rebate checks to wage earners by spring.
01/25/2008 12:00 am -
Would tax rebates work?
The government aims for more spending, but in the past many saved their checks.
01/22/2008 12:00 am -
Bush calls on Congress to pass $140 billion stimulus package
Democratic congressional leaders hope to have a final deal by Jan. 28.
01/18/2008 12:00 am -
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