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GOP convention: Who is the mystery speaker Thursday night?

There’s an enticing blank on the Republican convention speakers’ schedule for Thursday night. Speculation is fierce among the vast press corps as to who (or what) it might be. Here is our list.

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Top Picks: Washington, D.C.'s Fourth of July celebrations, National Geographic's documentary on a group of US Marines, and more

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Stocks rise on heels of Dow's record day

Stocks closed up on Wall Street Wednesday with the Dow Jones industrial average inching higher. In the past, stocks have often drifted lower in the months after breaking through previous record highs.
Office Depot will buy Office Max in stock deal

The two office supply companies will come together to challenge industry leader Staples, Inc.
Stocks rise on talk of corporate deals

Stocks were up on Wall Street Tuesday on reports that retailers Office Depot and OfficeMax are discussing a merger came after big corporate deals for Heinz and Dell were announced in recent weeks. Stocks of office supplies stores jumped following the news.
Saving Money Same-day delivery 101: Amazon, Walmart, and the rest

More and more, retailers are offering same-day delivery of online purchases. Amazon is the one to beat, but Walmart, eBay, and even Google are getting in the game.
Saving Money Black Friday price-matching: Stores that have it, stores that don't

Black Friday is a great time to take advantage of stores' price-matching policies. It's important to know exactly which retailers offers what, and equally important to know which merchants don't offer anything at all. Below are the price-matching policies for several retailers for Black Friday 2012.
Saving Money Black Friday 2012: best laptop deals so far

Black Friday is a time for great laptop deals. Here are the best laptop deals so far in leaked ads for Black Friday 2012.
Stocks continue surge after Fed bailout

The Federal Reserve's announcement of more help for the U.S. economy propelled stocks higher for a second day Friday. Apple led the rise in stock prices, blowing through its own all-time high as it started taking orders for the iPhone 5.
GOP convention: Who is the mystery speaker Thursday night?

There’s an enticing blank on the Republican convention speakers’ schedule for Thursday night. Speculation is fierce among the vast press corps as to who (or what) it might be. Here is our list.
Monitor Breakfast GOP leader offers advice for addressing Mitt Romney's likability problem

House majority whip Kevin McCarthy acknowledges that Mitt Romney trails President Obama when voters are asked whom they like more. He says Romney should visit lots of Staples stores to boost his appeal.
Horizons Amazon to introduce new Kindle Fire lineup, says report

Amazon may soon take the wraps off as many as six new Kindle Fire models, with different sized screens, according to a Staples executive.
Google counts on Staples and GameStop to sell Nexus 7 tablet

As opposed to the iPad, available for purchase Apple stores and online, and the Kindle Fire, sold exclusively via Amazon.com, Google is taking its Nexus 7 tablet to Staples and GameStop.
Obama "vampire" ads target Romney on economy (+video)

The President's re-election campaign is making a full-court press including TV ads, web video and media appearances.
Mitt Romney's five biggest assets as GOP nominee

Typically, an election with an incumbent president on the ballot is a referendum on him. But President Obama is trying to turn the election into a choice, saying in effect that America's problems will get much worse under the other guy. So what does Mitt Romney bring to the table? Here are five assets.
Stocks fall, but Nasdaq sees 3000

The Nasdaq index briefly touched 3000 Wednesday for the first time in over a decade, but the stock market fell for the day. The Dow lost 53 points to close at 12952
Why some musicians are protesting this year’s Grammy Awards show

The Recording Academy has eliminated 31 categories of Grammy Awards, many of which are often won by minorities. A protest rally and alternative concert will be held on Sunday.
Is Mitt Romney really a job creator? What his Bain Capital record shows.

Mitt Romney is running for president on his business acumen, saying he knows what it takes to create jobs. He puts less emphasis on what he knows about eliminating jobs. Marion, Ind., has experienced both via Romney and Bain Capital.
Stocks jump in third straight day of gains

The Dow gained 140.88 points to close at 11,246.73 as hopes for progress on Greece's debts pushed stocks higher.
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Stocks close slightly higher on earnings reports

The Dow closed up 4 points, and the S&P 500 gained 1 on Monday. The Nasdaq was down 11 points at the close.
08/17/2011 05:57 pm
Election 101: Nine facts about Mitt Romney and his White House bid

Mitt Romney, who declared his candidacy June 2 in New Hampshire, has been groomed to run for president. He has the look and the political lineage. He’s been a governor, the quintessential training ground. And he’s essentially never stopped running since he conceded his first White House bid three years ago.
06/02/2011 02:59 pm
Stocks close higher as commodities gain

The Dow rose about 80 points, the S&P 500 rose about 11 points, and Nasdaq rose about 31 points. At closing, stocks were near session highs.
05/18/2011 05:43 pm
Donald Trump says he's worth more than Mitt Romney

Donald Trump told CNN Sunday he's worth more than the former Massachusetts governor and 2008 presidential contender. Donald Trump has not said whether he's running for president in 2012.
04/18/2011 01:00 pm
The Simple Dollar Quibids: Can you buy electronics for a penny? (No.)

Quibids, a popular online auction site, advertises prices starting at $0.01 for many items – but you buy your bids. Do these bid costs and shipping fees erase the apparent discounts?
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The New Economy Black Friday online deals? Log on Wednesday at midnight.

Black Friday deals in cyberspace won't wait for Friday. Online shoppers can find equally good prices just after midnight Wednesday.
11/24/2010 04:03 pm
Horizons Fuel-efficient cars offer great deals, depending on how you drive

Fuel-efficient cars carry verdant pros, and pricey cons.
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