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An index of consumer confidence rose to 53.5 in August, up from 51.0 in July, the Conference Board reported. Still, the index remains well below normal. More>>
The widespread use of corn spans from food additives to fuel, aspirin and windshield washer fluid. Find out where else it's used and the size of this growing industry. More>>
The US is no longer in a recession, most economists say. But the economic recovery has slowed due to cautious attitudes among consumers and businesses, among other factors. More>>
Social Security intake from tax revenue will fall below program costs this year. In annual reports on the fiscal health of Social Security and Medicare, Obama administration cites 'work left to do.' More>>
Oil is in more than you think. These common products are all petroleum based. More>>
This year's back-to-school season isn't as big a bust for retailers as they feared - or as last year's - but it's not great either. More>>
The Chevy Volt will sell for $41,000 before a federal tax credit, while the Nissan Leaf will go for $32,780 before the credit. The two cars are trying to jump-start the US electric-car industry. More>>
Produced for Vonage - A new Vonage app for Facebook will let you talk to any of your Facebook friends around the world for free. More>>
Produced for Freddie Mac - Mortgage rates have hit a 50-year low. Here's what homebuyers need to know about the new rules of getting a mortgage. More>>
Produced for General Motors - President attends groundbreaking for new lithium ion battery cell plant; opening will create jobs and help lessen country's dependence on foreign oil. More>>
Produced for the National Press Club - Proceeds from the 5K, held on July 17th, will benefit the Eric Friedheim National Journalism Library, which is committed to journalism training, research, and support of a global free press. More>>
Produced for General Motors - Once synonymous with the family sedan, one of America's oldest car brands is getting a new identity: Buick will roll out the Regal nameplate for the first time in six years. More>>
Produced for General Motors - As the largest oil spill in U.S. history continues to leak into the Gulf of Mexico, the argument for domestically produced alternative fuels, like ethanol (E85), is back on. More>>
Produced for General Motors - As the economy begins to get back on its feet, signs that the recession is coming to an end are beginning to emerge. One bellwether is the sales of pick-up trucks. More>>
Produced for General Motors - The Cadillac Culinary Challenge Test Drive is allowing consumer connoisseurs to test drive top-of-the-line cars while enjoying a cooking style competition. More>>
Produced for DebtAdvice.org - If you have debt problems, it can be hard to find trustworthy help. Speak to your creditors directly or visit a non profit agency that can help steer you in the right direction. More>>
Produced for Rotary International - Bill Gates gave the Kick Polio Out of Africa campaign a boost by signing the football as it traveled from Cape Town to Egypt ahead of the 2010 World Cup. More>>
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