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Rising food prices biggest concern for Indians: Survey Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 7:48AMRising food prices is the biggest concern for people in the country, says a survey released today. The Nielsen Company survey found that the concern over increasing food prices has become so big that it has replaced respondents' concern over jobs and the economy.
Venables posed as mum called Dawn who wanted to sell daughter for sex Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 7:46AMEVIL Jon Venables posed online as a MUM selling her eight-year-old girl for sex
York County's fee on delinquent taxes starting to pay off Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 7:44AMNot only has the county collected thousands in overdue taxes, it s collected some in penalties, too.
Ariz. law comes after years of mounting anger Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 7:42AMPHOENIX (AP) -- As the days tick down until the Arizona immigration law takes effect, the state stands as a monument to the anger over illegal immigration that is present in so many places.
Inflation to come down after new crops arrive: FM Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 7:40AMNew Delhi, Jul 25 (PTI) Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee today said he does not have a magic lamp to bring down inflation automatically and exuded confidence that it will decline from the present level of over 10 per cent after new crops arrive in the market.
Secondhand shoppers finding gold Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 7:40AMMotivated by tighter budgets and the joys of recycling, a new breed of shopper is taking the stigma out of buying secondhand.
Franconia joins in fight against stormwater rules Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 7:37AMFor the past few years, Franconia has been part of a group of area towns working together to try to get relief from federal and state anti-pollution rules for storm-water runoff that the towns say are costly, impractical and, despite a looming September deadline for the towns to agree to implement limitations on the amount of contaminants in waterways, still undefined.
Summer tours start to run out of steam Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 7:36AMConcert tours, which have thrived the past two years despite a recession, may finally be feeling the effects of the economic downturn.
Mortgage has to be right fit Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 7:36AMFor those who can qualify, it's one of the best times to get a mortgage. Last week, rates for 30-year fixed-rate loans dropped to 4.56 percent, the lowest level on record dating back to 1971, Freddie Mac said.
Last Minute Summer Travel Deals Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 7:32AMChristie Burgner From BookIt.com shares travel secrets! Watch: Video
Earnings Preview: Bristol-Myers to Discuss R&D Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 9:59AMBristol-Myers expected to focus on drug research progress, approval prospects in 2Q report Bristol-Myers Squibb - England - Physician - Active ingredient - Health
Farnborough Airshow orders top $28 billion Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 9:59AM(AP:FARNBOROUGH, England) Plane makers notched up orders worth more than $28 billion at the Farnborough International Airshow by the close of the event's third day, underscoring a revival in commercial aviation even as budget cuts keep the defense sector in the doldrums.
Dollar steady ahead of Bernanke’s testimony Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 9:58AMFXstreet.com (Buenos Aires) – With London closed, forex market has settle down, part to the strong decrease in volume and part due to investors expectations on FED President Ben Bernanke’s monetary report to the U.S. Senate Banking Committee, in about one hour, with dollar mixed yet mostly positive across the board.
Gold Prices Are Boring Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 9:58AMNEW YORK (TheStreet) -- George Gero, vice president of global futures at RBC Capital Markets, says gold prices will stay confined to a tight trading range before breaking out in the fall.
Copper Demand Stronger Than Signaled by Economy, Freeport's Adkerson Says Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 9:58AMCopper demand is “stronger” than U.S. economic signals suggest, said Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc. , the world’s biggest publicly traded producer of the metal.
Cattle Rise as `Extreme' Hot U.S. Weather May Curb Beef Supply; Hogs Gain Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 9:57AMCattle futures climbed to a nine- week high on speculation that U.S. beef supplies will be limited by unusually hot weather that killed some animals and threatened to halt weight gains for the feedlot herd. Hogs also rose.
Canadian bridge owner will spend up to $5 million on city property Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 9:57AMThe International Bridge's Canadian owner will spend up to $5 million to buy property on Albert Street West needed for a new customs plaza. St. Mary's River Bridge Co.[...]
Obama to banks: ‘No more taxpayer-funded bailouts’ Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 9:57AMPresident signs financial sector overhaul, heralds new era for Wall Street
Oil falls below $77 as inventories grow Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 9:57AM(AP:NEW YORK) Oil fell Wednesday after the government said crude supplies grew last week and the stock market reacted uncertainly to mixed earnings reports.
Ten-Year Treasuries Rise Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 9:57AMTen-year Treasuries rose on speculation that Federal Reserve Chairman Ben S. Bernanke will tell lawmakers borrowing costs will stay low.
WTA Tour: SWilliams questionable for US Open Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 4:54PMBy STEVEN WINE AP Sports Writer The WTA Tour says Serena Williams is questionable for the U.S. Open because of her recent foot injury.
Local tractor makers: FBR advocating Rs two billion refund Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 4:53PMISLAMABAD (July 20 2010): Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is said to be advocating refund of Rs 2 billion to local tractor manufacturers despite strong resistance by the Finance Ministry, well informed sources told Business Recorder . In 1998, under the Prime Minister's package for the reduction of tractor prices, import and local supply of agricultural tractors and their components was exempted ...
U.K. House Prices May Decline in Second Half Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 4:52PMJuly 19 (Bloomberg) -- Poppy Trowbridge reports on the glut of U.K. homes coming onto the market and the prospects that price gains of 7 percent since January will be wiped out by year end.
A tale of two Singapores Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 4:52PMThe problems faced by lower income Singaporeans remain a major headache for the PAP government, especially as the general election looms.
U.K. Housing Agents Losing Faith in Pricing: Chart of the Day Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 4:52PMU.K. real-estate agents are losing faith in the outlook for house prices, signalling values are set to fall this year, according to KBC Peel Hunt.
Longer-Dated Bond Sales Soar Amid Best Returns: Credit Markets Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 4:51PMInvestors are buying longer-maturity corporate bonds at the fastest pace in more than three months, speculating that declining inflation expectations will keep the Federal Reserve from raising interest rates.
BP, Capita Group, IG Group Holdings, Ryanair: U.K., Irish Equity Preview Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 4:51PMThe following is a list of companies whose shares may have unusual price changes in U.K. and Irish markets. Stock symbols are in parentheses and prices are from the last market close.
Ralcorp posts lower fiscal 3Q profit, revenue Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 4:50PMCereal maker Ralcorp Holdings Inc. said Monday that its fiscal third-quarter profit declined due to acquisition expenses and lower revenue. For the three months ended June 30, the company earned $53 million, or 95 cents per share, down 29 percent from $74.8... Ralcorp - Cereal - Ralcorp Holdings - United States - Private label
South Korea Aims to Offer Low Prices in Brazil Bullet Train Bid Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 4:48PMA group of 25 South Korean companies, including Samsung SDS Co., Hyundai Rotem Co. and LG CNS Co Ltd., will offer low ticket prices in a bid to build and operate a 511-kilometer (318-mile) high-speed train project in Brazil, a South Korean government official said.
Poser over subsidy cuts Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 4:48PMTWO senators from the Opposition questioned if the recent reduction in subsidies would achieve its intended target of practising a healthier lifestyle.
Dairy farmers still struggling in 2010 Saturday, July 17, 2010 @ 9:30AMAt a time when high unemployment continues to plague the High Desert and people struggle to feed their families, providers of two of the Barstow area’s major agricultural products — milk and alfalfa — are struggling too. Last year the high...
Dragons awaken on Trout Lake for 17th annual boat race Saturday, July 17, 2010 @ 9:29AMA dozen teams signed up for the 17th annual North Bay Dragon Boat Festival on Trout Lake Saturday morning. Nugget.ca will update with photos, video and results. mcalabrese@nugget.ca[...]
Striking Out Hunger — PHOTO GALLERY Saturday, July 17, 2010 @ 9:29AMThe North Bay Baseball Association's Strike Out Hunger tournament, in support of the North Bay Food Bank, kicked off Friday evening at Veterans Field.[...]
North Bay Men's Ball Hockey Final Standings Saturday, July 17, 2010 @ 9:29AMNorth Bay Men's Ball Hockey League Final Standings W L SOL P Boston Pizza/Labatt 16 2 0 32 Wrightway Sports 14 3 1 29 Connect Pro/Future Shop 14 4 0 28 Hopper's 10 5 3 23 Grant Tax 11 7 0 22 Greco's [...]
North Bay Ladies Ball Hockey Results Saturday, July 17, 2010 @ 9:29AMNorth Bay Ladies Ball Hockey Recent Results PROMO SPORTS DEPOT 7: Alicia Gal 3, Erin Weber 2, Wendy Brear, Natasha Hamelin; NB PROPERTY SHOP 1: Loraina Washburn ——— GRECO'S 2: Amanda Edmonds, Melissa Seamont; PROMO SPORTS 1: Cat Trudel NORTH BAY PROPERTY SHOP 5: B.[...]
County's jobless rate rises to 10.6% Saturday, July 17, 2010 @ 9:28AMThe state Employment Development Department releases county unemployment numbers
Hall of Fame, Tri-City Valleycats Team up for Jackie Robinson Tribute Saturday, July 17, 2010 @ 9:11AM(TROY, NY) - The Tri-City ValleyCats and the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum are teaming up to celebrate the man who changed baseball - and the changes that he brought to the National Pastime.
Masa: Shippers' accusations unfounded Saturday, July 17, 2010 @ 9:11AMTHE Malaysia Shipowners' Association (Masa) has expressed regret at what it said were "unfounded accusations and misinformation" by shippers' bodies in Sabah, alleging that the association has hidden agenda in protecting the Cabotage Policy and blaming the policy for the high cost of goods in the state.
Widespread oyster deaths found on Louisiana reefs Saturday, July 17, 2010 @ 9:09AMMississippi River water diversions in response to Gulf of Mexico oil spill have diluted saltwater
USDA should enact new meatpacker rules Saturday, July 17, 2010 @ 9:05AMWatching Big Pork and Big Beef respond to proposed U.S. Department of Agriculture rules to #8220;clarify conduct that violates the P S (Packers and Stockyards) Act #8221; is like watching Wall Street bankers: They find it impossible to pull their hands out of your pockets long enough to pull themselves out of the mess they've made.
Tiny Mushrooms Blamed For 400 Deaths In SW China Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 8:04AMEvery year during the height of the rainy season, villagers of all ages in a corner of southwestern China would suddenly die of cardiac arrest.
Consumer confidence improves, GfK-Corvinus survey shows Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 8:04AMGfK Hungária and Corvinus University's consumer confidence index measured 172.9 points in Q2, seven points higher than in the previous quarter, GfK told MTI.
When deciding between renting or buying, it pays to see the big picture Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 8:02AMMORRIS PLAINS, N.J. - July 14, 2010 – Given the uncertain economic times, it is no surprise that consumers are weighing every financial decision very carefully. One choice individuals seem to be grappling with these days when it comes to real estate is whether it makes better sense to buy or rent.
Regulators urge banks to loan to Gulf victims Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 8:01AMAP - Regulators are urging banks to make loans to creditworthy people and businesses whose livelihoods have been hurt by the Gulf Oil spill.
Grains futures rise, livestock prices trade mixed Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 8:01AMGrains futures rose Wednesday on the Chicago Board of Trade. Wheat for September delivery gained 1.75 cents to $5.51 a bushel; September corn added 2.75 cent to $3.78 a bushel; November soybeans jumped 6.75 cents to $9.6125 a bushel; and September oats rose 1.5 cents to $2.545 a bushel.
Grains futures rise, livestock prices trade mixed Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 8:01AMGrains futures rose Wednesday on the Chicago Board of Trade.
How to Play 2010's Hot Stock Trends Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 8:00AMThe second quarter created headwinds, but some investors have still profited.
Stocks Mixed In Mid-Morning Trading - U.S. Commentary Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 8:00AM(RTTNews) - Stocks are seeing choppy movement in mid-morning dealing on Wednesday, as a mixed batch of indicators has polarized sentiment. The dispersed market reaction has the major averages on opposite sides of the unchanged mark by varied margins.
Oil dips below $77 as US crude supplies rise Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 8:00AMOil prices dropped below $77 a barrel Wednesday after a report showed U.S. crude supplies rose unexpectedly last week,...
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