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The campaign ad 'arms race'
According to one estimate, campaign ad spending could reach $4.2 billion this season. More»
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HUD First Look program gives communities first dibs at foreclosed properties
The new program from the Department of Housing and Urban Development is in an effort to stabilize communities and real estate prices across the nation. More»
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Is gold a bubble waiting to burst?
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The elusive price tag of the wars of Iraq and Afghanistan
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An unlisted phone number may cost you
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JPMorgan to close proprietary trading
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For CEOs, it may pay to lay off
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Australia corks its use of "champagne"
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Afghan's worry over Kabul Bank health
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Federal panel looks into financial risk
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A new resort at Disney World for pets
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PHOTOS: On the lookout for cattle rustlers
Rajah Bose went out with correspondent Anna King and photographed Deputy Sheriff Bob Wroten on the look out for cattle rustlers and branding day -- when calves get branded -- at the Thompson Ranch outside of Burns, Ore. Read More
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Whiteboard
Beware the carry trade!
With interest rates in the U.S. at historic lows, some economists are worried that Americans involved in the carry trade could drive down the value of the dollar. Senior Editor Paddy Hirsch explains how the carry trade works, and why some people are worried about its return to the markets. Play now.
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Commentary
Don't fear high-frequency trading
Commentator Matt Samelson argues that high-frequency trading shouldn't be vilified as a troublemaker, but seen as a type of trading that maximizes value out of the market and corrects mispricing.Read more and comment
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Commentary: Robert Reich
Eliminate payroll taxes to improve economy
Marketplace commentator Robert Reich says that reducing payroll taxes will get consumers to start spending, which will help get the economy moving again. Read more
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Corner Office
Zappos CEO on corporate culture and 'Happiness'
Stan Cox, author of Losing Our Cool, helps you beat the heat and lower your energy bills. Plus, read more cool tips from listeners and add your own. Read more
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Special Coverage
China's One-Child Policy
View an interactive timeline, take a quiz and see an audio slideshow of our in-depth series about the controversial policy that restricts many Chinese families to having no more than one child. Browse the series
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Daily Personal Finance Advice
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Can you fill these executive shoes?
Shoes say a lot about a person. So let's see if you can identify the person by the shoes. Play our new brain game and match the executive to his or her footwear. Play now.
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