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Burcham’s 10-year tenure as Roanoke city manager comes to a close – Roanoke Times
Darlene Burcham came to Roanoke from Norfolk at the end of 1999 with a head of steam and a promise of governmental transparency. She made an impression immediately as an attention-to-detail city manager, helping to shape economic development deals

Coke’s deal with bottler bigger risk than Pepsi’s – Economic Times
NEW YORK: Coke may have followed Pepsi’s lead with a very similar bottler deal, but the world’s top soft drink maker faces greater risk in its unexpected return to the logistics side of its business. Coca-Cola Co’s surprise move to buy the North

Burcham’s 10-year tenure as Roanoke city manager comes to a close – Roanoke Times
Darlene Burcham came to Roanoke from Norfolk at the end of 1999 with a head of steam and a promise of governmental transparency. She made an impression immediately as an attention-to-detail city manager, helping to shape economic development deals

Coke’s deal with bottler bigger risk than Pepsi’s – Economic Times
NEW YORK: Coke may have followed Pepsi’s lead with a very similar bottler deal, but the world’s top soft drink maker faces greater risk in its unexpected return to the logistics side of its business. Coca-Cola Co’s surprise move to buy the North

US Stocks Trim Losses; Jobs Picture, Sovereign Debt Worry Market – Wall Street Journal

Boston Globe

US Stocks Trim Losses; Jobs Picture, Sovereign Debt Worry Market Wall Street Journal Despite the recent signs of strength in some markets, the trading session's overall tone was bearish. Surprisingly weak jobless-claims data renewed worries … Jobless claims, Europe debt send US stocks skiddingMinneapolis Star Tribune Stock market edges up as investors shrug off shaky dataInternational Business Times Market pares its losses with a late-day rallyThe Star-Ledger – NJ.com El Paso Inc all 533 news articles »

CapLease Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2009 Results – MarketWatch (press release)

CapLease Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2009 Results MarketWatch (press release) We also significantly reduced overall debt by $125 million. During 2009, the Company lowered borrowings on its recourse credit facility by $63.0 million, … and more »

Burani Fashion Group Shuts Down On Debt Woes – Wall Street Journal

Burani Fashion Group Shuts Down On Debt Woes Wall Street Journal MI) said Friday in a surprise announcement it is shutting down operations after a long and unsuccessful struggle to restructure an overall debt of EUR600 … and more »

Europe’s Debts Gets US Investor Attention – Nightly Business Report

Globe and Mail

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Paris Club reduces DR Congo’s foreign debt – African Press Agency (subscription)

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LOCAL COMMENT Control spending or cheapen our future – Detroit Free Press

LOCAL COMMENT Control spending or cheapen our future Detroit Free Press England, like the US, has high unemployment and huge government debt. Many I spoke to believed that the current global economic mess is all our fault. … and more »

IMF estimate puts Dubai debt at $109bn – National

IMF estimate puts Dubai debt at $109bn National Dubai World accounts for the largest share of the overall debt in the IMF's calculations, with $26bn in outstanding bonds and syndicated loans. … and more »

Arsenal cuts overall debt by almost 40 percent – BusinessWeek

Times Online

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US Stocks Trim Losses; Jobs Picture, Sovereign Debt Worry Market – Wall Street Journal

Boston Globe

US Stocks Trim Losses; Jobs Picture, Sovereign Debt Worry Market Wall Street Journal Despite the recent signs of strength in some markets, the trading session's overall tone was bearish. Surprisingly weak jobless-claims data renewed worries … Jobless claims, Europe debt send US stocks skiddingMinneapolis Star Tribune Stock market edges up as investors shrug off shaky dataInternational Business Times Market pares its losses with a late-day rallyThe Star-Ledger – NJ.com El Paso Inc all 533 news articles »

CapLease Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2009 Results – MarketWatch (press release)

CapLease Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2009 Results MarketWatch (press release) We also significantly reduced overall debt by $125 million. During 2009, the Company lowered borrowings on its recourse credit facility by $63.0 million, … and more »

Burani Fashion Group Shuts Down On Debt Woes – Wall Street Journal

Burani Fashion Group Shuts Down On Debt Woes Wall Street Journal MI) said Friday in a surprise announcement it is shutting down operations after a long and unsuccessful struggle to restructure an overall debt of EUR600 … and more »

Europe’s Debts Gets US Investor Attention – Nightly Business Report

Globe and Mail

Europe's Debts Gets US Investor Attention Nightly Business Report Today, President Obama spoke with the prime ministers both of Great Britain and Germany about Greece and Europe's overall debt issues. … Greek budget revenues better than expected in JanuaryBBC News ANALYSIS-Common euro zone bond could bring widespread benefitsForex Pros However you look at the emerging crisis in southern Europe, it doesn't look good.ABC Online France24 -eTurboNews all 1,259 news articles »

Paris Club reduces DR Congo’s foreign debt – African Press Agency (subscription)

Paris Club reduces DR Congo's foreign debt African Press Agency (subscription) DR Congo's overall debt to the Paris Club is estimated to be US$7 billion. The DRC government committed to direct the money relinquished by the Paris Club's … and more »

LOCAL COMMENT Control spending or cheapen our future – Detroit Free Press

LOCAL COMMENT Control spending or cheapen our future Detroit Free Press England, like the US, has high unemployment and huge government debt. Many I spoke to believed that the current global economic mess is all our fault. … and more »

IMF estimate puts Dubai debt at $109bn – National

IMF estimate puts Dubai debt at $109bn National Dubai World accounts for the largest share of the overall debt in the IMF's calculations, with $26bn in outstanding bonds and syndicated loans. … and more »

Arsenal cuts overall debt by almost 40 percent – BusinessWeek

Times Online

Arsenal cuts overall debt by almost 40 percent BusinessWeek Arsenal has cut its debt by almost 40 percent to 203.6 million pounds ($311. 6 million) through selling more of the apartments it built on … Arsenal cuts overall debt by almost 40 percentTimes of India Clean Sheet: Arsenal Scores Rise In ProfitSky News all 161 news articles »

Free Credit Card Debt Consolidation Loans For The Best Credit Card Debt Solutions – TMCnet

BigNews.biz (press release)

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Burani Fashion Group Shuts Down On Debt Woes – Wall Street Journal

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Latest credit card statments reflect changes in law and include information … – Tuscaloosa News

Wallet Blog (blog)

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Free Credit Card Debt Consolidation Loans For The Best Credit Card Debt Solutions – TMCnet

BigNews.biz (press release)

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Burani Fashion Group Shuts Down On Debt Woes – Wall Street Journal

Burani Fashion Group Shuts Down On Debt Woes Wall Street Journal MI) said Friday in a surprise announcement it is shutting down operations after a long and unsuccessful struggle to restructure an overall debt of EUR600 … and more »

Latest credit card statments reflect changes in law and include information … – Tuscaloosa News

Wallet Blog (blog)

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2009 Vote Ratings: Politics As Usual – NationalJournal.com
Just over a year ago, Democratic and Republican members of Congress gathered on the Capitol’s West Front to hear President Obama’s Inaugural Address. Like many of his predecessors, Obama called on Congress to change the way it does business. “The

Highlights From the Columbia Investment Management Conference – Seekingalpha.com
debt. He did not recommend a favorite region in the world to invest right At the same time, he likes to diversify so that if any one stock loses 20% or 30%, the overall portfolio would only be down 1% or 1.5%. Mr. Browne felt that the best

Vermont town meeting season kicks off with vote to cut taxes in Isle – Burlington Free Press
ISLE LA MOTTE — An embezzlement, budget fights and political feuds have riven this island community for three years, but on Saturday residents found something everybody could agree on: a big tax cut. By a virtually unanimous vote, attendees at the

2009 Vote Ratings: Politics As Usual – NationalJournal.com
Just over a year ago, Democratic and Republican members of Congress gathered on the Capitol’s West Front to hear President Obama’s Inaugural Address. Like many of his predecessors, Obama called on Congress to change the way it does business. “The

Highlights From the Columbia Investment Management Conference – Seekingalpha.com
debt. He did not recommend a favorite region in the world to invest right At the same time, he likes to diversify so that if any one stock loses 20% or 30%, the overall portfolio would only be down 1% or 1.5%. Mr. Browne felt that the best

Vermont town meeting season kicks off with vote to cut taxes in Isle – Burlington Free Press
ISLE LA MOTTE — An embezzlement, budget fights and political feuds have riven this island community for three years, but on Saturday residents found something everybody could agree on: a big tax cut. By a virtually unanimous vote, attendees at the

Myrtle Beach area residents cut back to keep bills at bay, save for – The Sun News
Select your favorite slow-moving animal, such as a sloth, snail or slug. All have been used to signify the continuing pace of the U.S. economy. With no surefire acceleration expected soon, people have changed their spending trends. Whether that’s

Michael Jordan reaches deal to buy Charlotte Bobcats – KHOU
CHARLOTTE, N.C.—He has been called the NBA’s greatest player and one of the country’s top pitchmen. Now Michael Jordan is ready for a new title: NBA owner. With minutes to go until his exclusive negotiating window was to expire, Jordan struck a

N.B.A. Roundup – New York Times
His latest venture will test his talents and skills like no other. Minutes before Jordan’s exclusive negotiating window expired late Friday night, he struck a deal with the Bobcats ’ owner, Bob Johnson, to take over the financially strapped team

Revlon, Inc. Q4 2009 Earnings Call Transcript – Seekingalpha.com
Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to Revlon’s fourth quarter 2009 earnings conference call. At the request of Revlon, today’s conference call is being recorded. If you have any objections, you may disconnect at this time. I would

Exchange-traded funds offer low-cost diversification – Richmond Times-Dispatch
Diversify with low-cost exchange-traded funds More than $1 trillion is currently invested worldwide in exchange-traded funds, and those assets continue to grow as new ETFs are introduced and investors discover the concept. International ETFs are

Runaway health costs are rocking municipal budgets – Boston Globe
First of two parts. Elizabeth Debski spent eight years as Everett’s city planner, before losing her job in 2006 when a newly elected mayor installed his own team. But Debski did not leave City Hall empty-handed. In addition to her pension, Debski

Jordan faces challenges in owning Bobcats – PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW
biggest basketball star of his generation in charge of a 6-year-old team that’s never made the playoffs, has struggled to win over fans and has more than $150 million in debt. Can Jordan to draft Kwame Brown No. 1 overall in 2001, Jordan

Jordan facing challenges with team ownership – Athens Banner-Herald
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Michael Jordan’s drive and immense physical talent made him an NBA superstar. His stardom and shrewdness helped him make millions in business. http://images.morris.com/images/athens/mdControlled/cms/2010/02/27/568747920.jpg

Myrtle Beach area residents cut back to keep bills at bay, save for – The Sun News
Select your favorite slow-moving animal, such as a sloth, snail or slug. All have been used to signify the continuing pace of the U.S. economy. With no surefire acceleration expected soon, people have changed their spending trends. Whether that’s

Michael Jordan reaches deal to buy Charlotte Bobcats – KHOU
CHARLOTTE, N.C.—He has been called the NBA’s greatest player and one of the country’s top pitchmen. Now Michael Jordan is ready for a new title: NBA owner. With minutes to go until his exclusive negotiating window was to expire, Jordan struck a

N.B.A. Roundup – New York Times
His latest venture will test his talents and skills like no other. Minutes before Jordan’s exclusive negotiating window expired late Friday night, he struck a deal with the Bobcats ’ owner, Bob Johnson, to take over the financially strapped team

Revlon, Inc. Q4 2009 Earnings Call Transcript – Seekingalpha.com
Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to Revlon’s fourth quarter 2009 earnings conference call. At the request of Revlon, today’s conference call is being recorded. If you have any objections, you may disconnect at this time. I would

Exchange-traded funds offer low-cost diversification – Richmond Times-Dispatch
Diversify with low-cost exchange-traded funds More than $1 trillion is currently invested worldwide in exchange-traded funds, and those assets continue to grow as new ETFs are introduced and investors discover the concept. International ETFs are

Runaway health costs are rocking municipal budgets – Boston Globe
First of two parts. Elizabeth Debski spent eight years as Everett’s city planner, before losing her job in 2006 when a newly elected mayor installed his own team. But Debski did not leave City Hall empty-handed. In addition to her pension, Debski

Jordan faces challenges in owning Bobcats – PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW
biggest basketball star of his generation in charge of a 6-year-old team that’s never made the playoffs, has struggled to win over fans and has more than $150 million in debt. Can Jordan to draft Kwame Brown No. 1 overall in 2001, Jordan

Jordan facing challenges with team ownership – Athens Banner-Herald
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Michael Jordan’s drive and immense physical talent made him an NBA superstar. His stardom and shrewdness helped him make millions in business. http://images.morris.com/images/athens/mdControlled/cms/2010/02/27/568747920.jpg

New Jersey Nets stun Boston, improve record to 6-52 | NBA – Seattle Times
BOSTON — The Boston Celtics haven’t found a way to fix their defensive woes. Center Brook Lopez scored 25 points and guard Devin Harris added 23 as the New Jersey Nets knocked off the Celtics 104-96 Saturday. The Nets, who entered the game 5-52

New Jersey Nets stun Boston, improve record to 6-52 | NBA – Seattle Times
BOSTON — The Boston Celtics haven’t found a way to fix their defensive woes. Center Brook Lopez scored 25 points and guard Devin Harris added 23 as the New Jersey Nets knocked off the Celtics 104-96 Saturday. The Nets, who entered the game 5-52

Overflow crowd celebrates life of the Rev. Michael O’Rourke of St – Post-Crescent
APPLETON — For 24 years, the Rev. Michael O’Rourke marked the milestones and sacraments of thousands of the St. Mary Parish Catholic faithful: births and baptisms, first communions and confirmations, weddings and funerals. Father Mike built a

NBA’s Stern expects Jordan to be approved as Bobcats’ owner – Everett Herald
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Michael Jordan’s drive and immense physical talent made him an NBA superstar. His stardom and shrewdness helped him make millions in business. His latest venture will test his talents and skills like no other. NBA commissioner

Overflow crowd celebrates life of the Rev. Michael O’Rourke of St – Post-Crescent
APPLETON — For 24 years, the Rev. Michael O’Rourke marked the milestones and sacraments of thousands of the St. Mary Parish Catholic faithful: births and baptisms, first communions and confirmations, weddings and funerals. Father Mike built a

NBA’s Stern expects Jordan to be approved as Bobcats’ owner – Everett Herald
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Michael Jordan’s drive and immense physical talent made him an NBA superstar. His stardom and shrewdness helped him make millions in business. His latest venture will test his talents and skills like no other. NBA commissioner

The Great American Bank Robbery – AlterNet
the case for many of the banks in the savings taxpayer money, or even further government involvement. Such a conversion increases the overall value of the firm because it reduces the likelihood of bankruptcy, thereby not only saving the high

Stern expects Jordan’s bid to get OK’d quickly – NBC Sports
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Michael Jordan’s drive and immense physical talent made him an NBA superstar. His stardom and shrewdness helped him make millions in business. His latest venture will test his talents and skills like no other. NBA commissioner

Stronger UK recovery boosts Brown’s election hopes – The Guardian
AP Business Writer= LONDON (AP) — Britain’s rise from recession was stronger than previously thought, giving Prime Minister Gordon Brown’s governing Labour Party a boost as it moves toward a national election. Friday’s revision of growth in the

The Great American Bank Robbery – AlterNet
the case for many of the banks in the savings taxpayer money, or even further government involvement. Such a conversion increases the overall value of the firm because it reduces the likelihood of bankruptcy, thereby not only saving the high

Stern expects Jordan’s bid to get OK’d quickly – NBC Sports
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Michael Jordan’s drive and immense physical talent made him an NBA superstar. His stardom and shrewdness helped him make millions in business. His latest venture will test his talents and skills like no other. NBA commissioner

Stronger UK recovery boosts Brown’s election hopes – The Guardian
AP Business Writer= LONDON (AP) — Britain’s rise from recession was stronger than previously thought, giving Prime Minister Gordon Brown’s governing Labour Party a boost as it moves toward a national election. Friday’s revision of growth in the

Beware of the credit card traps – San Francisco Chronicle
At last, a federal law reining in some of the more exploitive practices of the credit-card industry took effect this week. But consumers who have been paying close attention to the fine-print correspondence in the mail, the purveyors of plastic have

Showdown in Athens – Wall Street Journal
Greece prepared additional austerity measures Friday and its prime minister met with the head of Germany’s top bank, as the country raced to soothe international concerns over its debt crisis ahead of a crucial bond sale it may hold next week. Prime

Tory budget won’t tighten spending just yet – Toronto Star
OTTAWA–Faced with a weak economy and enduring jobs crisis, Finance Minister Jim Flaherty has little choice but to continue Ottawa’s spending on urban renewal, skills training and other measures to help recession-battered Canadians. To offset the

Overflow crowd celebrates life of the Rev. Michael O’Rourke of St – Post-Crescent
We owe a great debt to him for what he did to further Catholic education and Mary Parish, after it was marked for closing at the end of this school year because of an overall decline in ACES Xavier enrollments and a potential budget shortfall.

Arsenal Will Beat Stoke Today. – Bleacherreport.com
It seems like an eternity since Arsenal last played a game but it’s in fact only been a week. That ends today when we make the trip to Stoke for a league game that is an absolute must win game for Arsenal if we are to keep our dream of a league title

What not to do, again – St. Petersburg Times
For the third straight year, the Legislature confronts some painful choices as it writes the state budget, and those decisions are likely to be felt by every man, woman and child in Florida. The state’s debt level of $24 billion is precariously high

Michael Jordan reaches deal to buy controlling interest in Charlotte – Minneapolis Star Tribune
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – He has been called the NBA’s greatest player and one of the country’s top pitchmen. Now Michael Jordan is ready for a new title: NBA owner. With minutes to go until his exclusive negotiating window was to expire, Jordan struck a

MFs & Markets – MoneyControl.com
The reason is that all mutual funds diversify their portfolio so much that returns from few stocks get diluted and don’t impact the overall returns. 6. Tax potential for hyperinflation in industrial, high-debt countries. However, the best buy

Beware of the credit card traps – San Francisco Chronicle
At last, a federal law reining in some of the more exploitive practices of the credit-card industry took effect this week. But consumers who have been paying close attention to the fine-print correspondence in the mail, the purveyors of plastic have

Showdown in Athens – Wall Street Journal
Greece prepared additional austerity measures Friday and its prime minister met with the head of Germany’s top bank, as the country raced to soothe international concerns over its debt crisis ahead of a crucial bond sale it may hold next week. Prime

Tory budget won’t tighten spending just yet – Toronto Star
OTTAWA–Faced with a weak economy and enduring jobs crisis, Finance Minister Jim Flaherty has little choice but to continue Ottawa’s spending on urban renewal, skills training and other measures to help recession-battered Canadians. To offset the

Overflow crowd celebrates life of the Rev. Michael O’Rourke of St – Post-Crescent
We owe a great debt to him for what he did to further Catholic education and Mary Parish, after it was marked for closing at the end of this school year because of an overall decline in ACES Xavier enrollments and a potential budget shortfall.

Arsenal Will Beat Stoke Today. – Bleacherreport.com
It seems like an eternity since Arsenal last played a game but it’s in fact only been a week. That ends today when we make the trip to Stoke for a league game that is an absolute must win game for Arsenal if we are to keep our dream of a league title

What not to do, again – St. Petersburg Times
For the third straight year, the Legislature confronts some painful choices as it writes the state budget, and those decisions are likely to be felt by every man, woman and child in Florida. The state’s debt level of $24 billion is precariously high

Michael Jordan reaches deal to buy controlling interest in Charlotte – Minneapolis Star Tribune
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – He has been called the NBA’s greatest player and one of the country’s top pitchmen. Now Michael Jordan is ready for a new title: NBA owner. With minutes to go until his exclusive negotiating window was to expire, Jordan struck a

MFs & Markets – MoneyControl.com
The reason is that all mutual funds diversify their portfolio so much that returns from few stocks get diluted and don’t impact the overall returns. 6. Tax potential for hyperinflation in industrial, high-debt countries. However, the best buy

MFs & Markets – MoneyControl.com
The answer is very simple. “ Do what a mutual fund does for you i.e. buy stocks yourself. ” But which stocks should I buy. “Buy stocks which mutual funds are buying.” But all mutual funds purchase so many stocks, which one to choose from them

What not to do, again – St. Petersburg Times
For the third straight year, the Legislature confronts some painful choices as it writes the state budget, and those decisions are likely to be felt by every man, woman and child in Florida. The state’s debt level of $24 billion is precariously high

Arsenal Will Beat Stoke Today. – Bleacherreport.com
It seems like an eternity since Arsenal last played a game but it’s in fact only been a week. That ends today when we make the trip to Stoke for a league game that is an absolute must win game for Arsenal if we are to keep our dream of a league title

Overflow crowd celebrates life of the Rev. Michael O’Rourke of St – Post-Crescent
We owe a great debt to him for what he did to further Catholic education and Mary Parish, after it was marked for closing at the end of this school year because of an overall decline in ACES Xavier enrollments and a potential budget shortfall.

Other voices, other places – Star-Press
The weather is unsettling this winter. Florida has had a record number of cold days this year after going through one of the hottest Decembers on record. Meanwhile, massive winter storms have blanketed the Eastern Seaboard and Southeastern United

Beware of the credit card traps – San Francisco Chronicle
At last, a federal law reining in some of the more exploitive practices of the credit-card industry took effect this week. But consumers who have been paying close attention to the fine-print correspondence in the mail, the purveyors of plastic have

Fed discloses Goldman probe – Allentown Morning Call
Calls to Goldman officials weren’t returned Thursday, but in comments posted earlier this week on its website, the company said the transactions in question reduced Greece’s debt by a total of 2.4 billion euros and had a “minimal effect on the

Tory budget won’t tighten spending just yet – Toronto Star
OTTAWA–Faced with a weak economy and enduring jobs crisis, Finance Minister Jim Flaherty has little choice but to continue Ottawa’s spending on urban renewal, skills training and other measures to help recession-battered Canadians. To offset the

MFs & Markets – MoneyControl.com
The answer is very simple. “ Do what a mutual fund does for you i.e. buy stocks yourself. ” But which stocks should I buy. “Buy stocks which mutual funds are buying.” But all mutual funds purchase so many stocks, which one to choose from them

What not to do, again – St. Petersburg Times
For the third straight year, the Legislature confronts some painful choices as it writes the state budget, and those decisions are likely to be felt by every man, woman and child in Florida. The state’s debt level of $24 billion is precariously high

Arsenal Will Beat Stoke Today. – Bleacherreport.com
It seems like an eternity since Arsenal last played a game but it’s in fact only been a week. That ends today when we make the trip to Stoke for a league game that is an absolute must win game for Arsenal if we are to keep our dream of a league title

Overflow crowd celebrates life of the Rev. Michael O’Rourke of St – Post-Crescent
We owe a great debt to him for what he did to further Catholic education and Mary Parish, after it was marked for closing at the end of this school year because of an overall decline in ACES Xavier enrollments and a potential budget shortfall.

Other voices, other places – Star-Press
The weather is unsettling this winter. Florida has had a record number of cold days this year after going through one of the hottest Decembers on record. Meanwhile, massive winter storms have blanketed the Eastern Seaboard and Southeastern United

Beware of the credit card traps – San Francisco Chronicle
At last, a federal law reining in some of the more exploitive practices of the credit-card industry took effect this week. But consumers who have been paying close attention to the fine-print correspondence in the mail, the purveyors of plastic have

Fed discloses Goldman probe – Allentown Morning Call
Calls to Goldman officials weren’t returned Thursday, but in comments posted earlier this week on its website, the company said the transactions in question reduced Greece’s debt by a total of 2.4 billion euros and had a “minimal effect on the

Tory budget won’t tighten spending just yet – Toronto Star
OTTAWA–Faced with a weak economy and enduring jobs crisis, Finance Minister Jim Flaherty has little choice but to continue Ottawa’s spending on urban renewal, skills training and other measures to help recession-battered Canadians. To offset the