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Thanksgiving: The top 5 tips for fostering gratitude in kids
Culture may be pushing kids to want, want, want, but a growing body of research shows that gratitude for what one already has is a huge component for kids of not just happiness, but of physical health, life satisfaction, and even grade point average. So what’s a parent to do? How does one foster gratitude in children, not just for the holidays but for the whole year? Never fear – we’ve read a bunch of the research and have come up with our top five tips for fostering gratitude in kids.
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Commencement season: Speakers share inspiration, insight, and advice with college grads
It’s college graduation season and the strains of “Pomp and Circumstance,” which began in late April, will be heard at commencement ceremonies until mid-June. Many more speeches have yet to be given that impart the usual pearls of wisdom and advice on pursuing dreams, being daring, and contributing to society. Here’s a sampling of excerpts from speeches given to graduates around the country.
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World rankings: top 10 universities around the globe
Britain's leading higher education publication, The Times Higher Education, today released its 2012 reputation rankings for universities worldwide. Here is a list of the top 10.
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20 of the smartest nonfiction titles for summer reading
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Gas prices out of control? Seven ways lawmakers could help – or hurt.
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Retirement accounts offer tax relief
Rules for IRAs, 401(k)s, and other plans vary, so plan wisely.
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America's 'other' auto industry
In the South, host to foreign-owned plants, there is little sympathy held for Detroit.
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Rice-powered stove ignites new hope for poor farmers
Once thought to be waste, rice husks now can be used as clean, cheap fuel for developing countries.
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Early tax planning can save you money
Changes in tax rules open the door to moves that may reduce your tax bill.
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The Monitor's View: Obama's nimble economics
His 'do what works' approach reflects the difficult nature of this complex recession.
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Obama's vast jobs plan: How hard?
His aim is to add 2.5 million jobs. But job totals are dropping sharply now.
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Yes, you can make a difference
Those who volunteer learn that it provides multiple payoffs.
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Bay Area seeks to become electric-car capital
The mayors of San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose announced an ambitious public-private partnership last week to develop a $1 billion network of charging outlets for electric cars.
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Traditional pensions: Are they at risk?
Many defined-benefit plans are underfunded. Here's how to keep track of your benefits.
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Planet hunters snap first pictures of other solar systems
The breakthrough images include a three-planet system around a sun-like star.
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Rightsizing your retirement
As the stock market sags, retirement savers must revisit their long-term options.
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The 'Catch 22' of consumer credit
Why you may be damaging your credit scores by not using credit cards.
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Wall Street bailout: a win for Main Street?
The TARP covers financial institutions, but average Americans are still waiting for help.
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In global vote, McCain would lose – but not in Georgia
In a Gallup poll released Tuesday, respondents preferred the Democratic candidate, Sen. Barack Obama of Illinois, by a margin of 4 to 1.
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Financial crisis fallout: from your stocks to America's global role
Some economists see some rays of light amid the economic gloom.
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Steps for investors to survive a volatile market
The stock market's plunge may require an overhaul of investment strategies.
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California eyes going ‘green’ despite slump
Although a new climate plan would boost utility bills, some predict it will stimulate the economy.
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Bloomberg: a mayor of few options
Will New York City's mayor do an end run around term limits?
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New in Gmail: the end of 'oops'
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Japan's ruling party hopes Aso will restore its reputation
As a popular politician, Olympian, and fan of manga comics, Taro Aso contrasts sharply with the lackluster former prime minister, whose shoes he is likely to fill on Wednesday.
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Why women may be the winners in today's market
A relative aversion to risk, and a propensity to preserve assets, can add stability in turbulent times.
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College students: Don't limit dreams with debt
Huge school loans can hinder future growth. Think about potential income before signing the dotted line.
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Massive space blast aims at Earth
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Voters weighing Obama, McCain tax plans
Nearly 3 in 4 see taxes and budget deficits as 'extremely' or 'very' important in the 2008 campaign.
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In college trophy hunt, weigh the costs first
Seven steps to help you win the college finance game.
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