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American Millionaires Rewrite Their Own Image
A group called Patriotic Millionaires for Fiscal Strength came to Washington this week to ask the debt reduction "Super Committee" to raise taxes on...
Chelsea Clinton to Report on Good News Stories for NBC
The president of NBC News talked to Chelsea Clinton recently about what she wanted to do now that she's completed her undergraduate work at...
US Economy Shows Signs of Momentum in 4th Quarter
Retail sales were up .5 percent in October outpacing forecasters. Consumer spending was up, spurred by producer prices that fell in October, especially for...
Michelle Obama, Health Companies and Congress All Announce New Plans to Spur Hiring of US Veterans
Just in time for Veterans Day, a confluence of activity across government and industry is combining to help spur the hiring of soldiers returning...
Wish Upon a Hero to Distribute $500,000 to Veterans in Need
Starting on Veterans Day, the Wish Upon a Hero Foundation will give away more than $500,000 to assist active duty military, veterans, and their...
GM Posts Increase in China Vehicle Sales, Joining Toyota
General Motors Co.’s vehicle sales rose 10 percent last month in China. The company sold 220,412 vehicles in China in October, outpacing GM’s 1.7...
Giving on Freecycle Network Goes Global With Nearly 9 Million Members
The Freecycle Network at Freecycle.org is a grassroots gifting network that — thanks to the sour economy and a growing commitment to the environment...
Couple Donate $150 Million to Fight Poverty in Developing Nations
Stanford University will open an institution with the sole purpose of alleviating poverty in developing nations, thanks to a $150 million gift donated by...
Good Jobs Report Boosts US Economy
There was more than a bit of good news in this week's economic reports. For one thing, U.S. unemployment fell from 9.1% to 9.0%....
Cuba Legalizes Purchase and Sale Of Private Property
Cuba announced Thursday it is allowing the purchase and sale of real estate for the first time since the early days of the revolution,...
Bank of America Drops Plan for Debit Card Fee, Other Big Banks Say No
In the biggest victory for consumers since the recent Netflix mea culpa, Bank of America said today that it was abandoning its plan to...
Last Cast Iron Foundry in US: Still Thriving Through Innovation
A metal foundry in South Pittsburg, Tennessee has invested in advanced technology and acquired management techniques to insure its success as the last company...
US Economic Growth Best in a Year, GDP Up 2.5%
A new GDP report shows the economy grew in the third quarter at its fastest pace in a year, as consumers and businesses stepped...
Factory and Jobs Data Offer Hope for U.S. Economy; Retail Sales Up, Surprising UK
The economy appears healthier than many had feared a few weeks ago, raising hopes that it can end the year on an upward slope.
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Cellphone Companies Agree to Alert Users Before Minutes Exceeded
In a win for consumers long overdue, cellphone companies are pledging to warn subscribers before they go over their monthly limits for calling minutes,...
Banks Start to Make More Loans
Guess what's been happening in the financial industry over the last few months? The banks have quietly turned on the lending spigot.
After several quarters...
Newsweek Ranks the World’s Greenest Companies
Even in this weak economy, many of the world’s largest companies are tackling green projects -- emissions, energy efficiency and recycling -- with increasing...
Retail Sales Post Biggest Gain In Months, US Economy Seen Accelerating
There was positive corporate news reported Friday alongside U.S. retail sales gains. Consumers spent more on autos, clothing, and furniture last month to boost...
Hugh Jackman Launches Coffee Company with All Profits to Charity
On Hugh Jackman's 43rd birthday Wednesday, the actor followed in the footsteps of Paul Newman launching a food and beverage company with 100% of...
Home Builders Rally to Use American Made Products, ABC News Ignites Trend
An economist turned builder, is constructing a house made entirely from American-made products -- from the bathtub right down to the nails, screws and...