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Tax Day: How easy filing makes the tax code complicatedOur current insanely complex tax rules are made possible by technology. Yes, computer software makes filing easier, but that may be the problem.
Why Germany is ditching nuclear powerIn the wake of the Fukushima nuclear disaster a year ago, Germany closed some of its nuclear power plants. Some have since reopened, but others never will.
Stocks surge on strong US profits; SpainThe Dow jumped 194 points to close at 13115, its biggest gain in a month after promising signals about the profitability of US companies and a strong debt auction by Spain.
Five easy steps to going paperlessTaking care of bills and other documents online reduces clutter and cuts down opportunities for identity theft.
Last-minute tax filing mistakes: 11 things to avoidLast-minute tax filing can lead to plenty of costly mistakes. If聽procrastination got聽the better of you this year, here are 11聽last-minute tax filing blunders to avoid.
Obama calls for tougher penalties for oil market manipulatorsWith gas prices a big election issue, Obama says Congress should enact new curbs on speculation and illegal manipulation in a market now dominated by investors.
Enjoy tax day 2012, next year could be 'Taxageddon'Sure, this tax day won't be fun, but a raft of tax cuts are set to expire this year, and with Congress preoccupied by Election 2012, Americans face the prospect of a much bigger tax bill in 2013.
New construction weak in MarchSingle family housing permits declined a notable 3.5 percent from February to 462,000 single family units, but increased 17.6 percent above the level seen in March 2011.
Tax day at White House: Obama gets big refund. Is that normal?The IRS owes Barack and Michelle Obama $24,515. The majority of known presidential tax returns have resulted in refunds, with the interesting exception of the year before or after an inauguration.
The next Venezuela? Argentina to nationalize oil companyPresident Kirchner's plan to nationalize the Spanish-controlled oil company, YPF, is raising fears of more expropriations of privately run companies and has set off a furor in Spain.
Hostess Brands battles labor unions in bankruptcy courtHostess Brands, which makes Twinkies, is asking a federal bankruptcy court to throw out union contracts for its workers, a move that would prompt union members to strike. Hostess Brands filed for bankruptcy protection earlier this year.
British inflation grows and grows. Is it temporary?The British inflationary rate increased again in March, despite stagnant economic growth. Is it cause for worry?
Analysts react to Obama plan for curbing oil speculationSeveral industry analysts are reacting to President Obama's announced plan Tuesday to curb oil speculation, which some say has to led to rising fuel prices.
Income inequality highlighted on Tax DayIncome inequality is at its worst in nearly a century, with the highest earners paying low tax rates in the face of a massive federal deficit and crumbling public services. To lessen income inequality, we must curb the political power of the very rich.
Tax Day freebies: Get free Arby's, Cinnabon, and moreTax Day freebies are being offered by several restaurant chains in honor of the April 17 filing deadline. Here is your comprehensive list of tax day freebies.
10 weirdest global fast foods In the US, fast food can get pretty predictable: Burgers, fries, chicken, and a taco or a fish sandwich, if you鈥檙e feeling adventurous. Leave it to our international brethren to show us how to loosen up and live a little. Take a look at ten wacky fast food items from around the world.
Euro debt crisis: Is Spain the new Greece?Spain has become the focal point for Europe's debt crisis. But Spain isn't Greece. It's better 鈥� and worse.
The rich should pay higher taxes. So who are the rich?If 'the rich' are defined as those who can afford and ought to be expected to pay higher income taxes, then the categorization is really much broader than multimillionaires.聽
Tax deadline: 5 quick tips to avoid an IRS auditThe IRS fails to get 1 of every 6 tax dollars its entitled to, so it's on the lookout for fraud. But there are steps you can before Tuesday's tax deadline to reduce the risk of an audit.
Manufacturing activity slowsThe current聽activity index fell to 6.56, while future activity declined to 43.12.
