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10 races to watch

Is Meg Whitman putting herself down in California governor ad?

The latest polls have Meg Whitman trailing Jerry Brown by some 13 percentage points in the California governor's race. She may feel she needs to do something to shake things up.

Bill Clinton upstages Jerry Brown in California governor's race

The rivalry between Jerry Brown and Bill Clinton, including personal attacks, goes back years. Now, they're having to make nice as Clinton – highly popular in California – stumps for Brown.

Meg Whitman vs. Jerry Brown: Debate gets personal

Meg Whitman and Jerry Brown, candidates for governor of California, debated Tuesday night. It turned ugly in a race where Brown has a small lead in polls.

Will Brown aide's slur of Meg Whitman tip California governor's race?

Recent polls had shown Jerry Brown opening a slight lead over Meg Whitman. Putting him on the defensive could give her a boost.

Pumpkin shortage over, the 'super food' is back

Pumpkin shortage is over nearly a year later as the US top producer says cans are arriving in stores. A canned pumpkin shortage occurred when heavy rain ruined last year's harvest, causing a shortfall.

Why Whitman and Brown are deadlocked in California governor's race

The latest poll of the California governor's race shows Republican Meg Whitman and Democrat Jerry Brown tied at 41 percent. Many voters remain undecided, so upcoming debates will be crucial.

Meg Whitman breaks US campaign spending records

Meg Whitman's campaign reported another $15 million contribution late Tuesday, bringing her personal donation to $119 million.

Yard sale ethics: Is it savvy or sleazy to grab a bargain?

If informed buyers spot a radically underpriced item, should they inform the seller or seize the deal?

Home sales stalled? Auction that house!

Home sales may be headed lower. So sellers and even real estate agents are turning to auctions instead. Are home sales auctions for you?

Difference Maker Once a high-tech exec, he now shares his passion for reading in Asia and Africa.

John Wood has turned his love of books, reading, and education into more than 10,000 libraries through 'Room to Read.'

Just how many small business owners are in that top tax bracket?

The media keeps citing an old statistic claiming that 97 percent of small business owners don't fall into either of the top two tax rates. Is that number based on faulty logic?

Want to turn your hobbies into cash?

A little knowledge about baseball cards, video games, or coins can turn a relaxing hobby into a profit-making venture.

Burger King going private? Whopper is safe, but...

Burger King stock soared 15 percent Wednesday on reports that it was in talks to go private with Brazilian investors. The British private equity firm supposedly arranging the deal originally denied the report. Then new reports emerged. What might change at Burger King, the world's No. 2 fast-food chain, under new owners? Here are our Top 5 changes (click on the right arrow to see each item):

Meg Whitman spends big in California but still trails Brown

Former eBay CEO Meg Whitman has spent $104 million on her California gubernatorial bid but trails Jerry Brown by three points. Will she be the next wealthy politician to fail at the polls?

Governors' races 101: What's at stake outside Washington in 2010 election

Governors' races are happening in 37 states in the 2010 election. The candidates focus on different issues depending on their states, but one stands out – state budget deficits.

The Monitor's View: Warren Buffett, Bill Gates, and the billionaire challenge

In winning over 38 billionaires to pledging half their wealth to charity, Warren Buffet and Bill Gates also set a better climate in the political debate over ending the Bush tax cuts on the rich.

How to recycle that old Apple iPhone or Android smartphone for cash

Resale market grows for outmoded iPhone and Android models, giving new life to old phones.

Opinion: New ways to accelerate green energy and jobs

The innovation economy depends on inventors. And inventors need more support.

Parisians: An Adventure History of Paris

A magnificent stroll through Parisian lives.

'Cloud music' firms enter mobile streaming market; MOG and Rdio launched

'Cloud music' companies MOG and Rdio are entering the mobile streaming field. Cloud music services eliminates the need to download songs.

Jerry Brown stresses his frugality (but doesn't mention his $1.8 million house)

Jerry Brown is all about frugality on the California campaign trail except when it comes to his rarely mentioned custom-designed, $1.8 million house in one of the San Francisco Bay area's most prestigious neighborhoods

Broadband regulation: FCC moves forward with process

Broadband regulation: FCC moves forward Thursday with the process of exploring new rules to help oversee high-speed Internet.

Blanche Lincoln in surprise win in Arkansas; GOP women triumph, too

Democratic Sen. Blanche Lincoln of Arkansas, considered a vulnerable incumbent, moves on to the general election. GOP women prevail in primaries in California, South Carolina, and Nevada.