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US jobs report eases global gloomThe better-than-expected US jobs report suggests the US is not following Europe into recession. But some analysts worry that head winds will keep growth anemic.
Fact sheet: How much does fracking really affect climate change?When it comes to the fracking debate, too many people on both sides use 'motivated reasoning' in their arguments.- Stock market jumps at news that economy added 163,000 jobs in JulyWall Street reacts with glee to higher-then-expected job growth in July, led by the auto sector and restaurants. But for the millions of jobless, the key figure in Friday's report may be the unemployment rate, which ticked up to 8.3 percent.
US jobs added, but report details aren't so rosyThe US payroll survey showed an increase in jobs by 165,000 but the household survey tells a different story.
The MINI Olympics: Meet the games' tiny auto helpersBMW is the official car sponsor of the Olympic games, and tiny electric MINIS have been helping out by picking up javelins, discuses, hammers and other throwable items from the field events, saving time for athletes during the competition.
Is sneaking food into a movie theater ethical?Movie theater concessions are expensive. On the other hand, when you buy a ticket, you are agreeing to the vendor's rules, which include no outside food. Movie theater food ethics are addressed in question 8 of this week's mailbag.
Jobs outlook still bleak for small businessesAs the economy languishes, uncertainty for entrepreneurs and small business owners lingers. The jobs picture for small businesses is not improving.
Mitt Romney's tax plan doesn't add upMitt Romney's tax plan may not hike taxes for the middle class, as the Obamam camp claims. Still, the plan is so full of contradictions that Mitt Romney won't be able to do everything he promises.
Chick-fil-A protesters plan Friday 'Kiss In' for gay rightsChick-fil-A restaurants will see a different crowd of visitors Friday, as gay rights activists will participate in a national 'Kiss In' to protest the CEO's comments on gay marriage. Demonstrators are encouraged to go to Chick-Fil-A locations and kiss fellow participants of the same sex.
Tax reform takes bipartisan step in Senate. Could something come of it?To 'develop trust' before taking on the heavy lifting of tax reform,聽Senate tax-writers are attempting to proceed along bipartisan lines, starting with the extension of a reduced number of expiring tax breaks.
Who creates jobs? How economists see the Obama-Romney debate.The debate about job creation is becoming one of the central themes of the presidential campaign. The answers aren't simple, many economists say 鈥� especially in the current climate of employment malaise.
Stocks slump as Europe dithersStocks fall in Europe and the US as European Central Bank make no clear move on the euro debt crisis. The Dow falls 92 points.
Toyota recall of RAV4s, Lexuses? Yes, but not yet.Toyota recall will involve 760,000 RAV4s and 18,000 Lexus HS 250h vehicles because of the potential for rear-suspension arms to fail. But before the Toyota recall, the automaker has to figure out how to fix them.
Congress debates changing auto patents. Good news or bad?Some Washington lawmakers are looking into changing patent regulations on car parts, which could have a drastic effect on auto manufacturers.
Markets tumble after European bank fails to promise bond bailoutThe European Central Bank's announcement today expressed a willingness to prop up the bond market but without providing any specifics on how much it would spend, for how long, or starting when, dashing expectations that the continent had unified around a remedy for the eurocrisis.
Stock market predictions: Don't believe a sure thingThe stock market can't be predicted with any certainty, no matter how confident the predictors sound. The more honest answers are qualified and uncertain.
What's new in the world of car seats?Certain car seat trends are becoming popular among manufacturers, but are they the safest options for your child? Here's what to look for when buying your next car seat.
N.H. Chick-fil-A manager to donate sandwiches to gay pride festThe support from franchise operator Anthony Piccola for the New Hampshire Pride Fest comes as the restaurant chain continues to be criticized for an executive's comments about gay marriage.
Zuckerberg's sister is now a Google employee. Awkward!Zuckerberg's sister Arielle worked for a social media marketing firm that Google acquired Tuesday. Zuckerberg's sister Randi hints that more family members now work for Google than Facebook.
Beijing flexes some muscle to protect energy interestsBeijing has boosted its military presence in the energy-rich South China Sea, despite disputed claims by Vietnam.
