Freitag, 30. November 2012

What a "Median-Priced" Home Looks Like Across America

November 30, 2012 at 10:18PM

The latest home price data shows the median home price in the nation is around $155,000.

What a "Median-Priced" Home Looks Like Across America from U.S. News

North Korea Says It's Found a 'Unicorn Lair'

November 30, 2012 at 10:08PM

The state-owned newspaper has another tall tale to sell citizens.

North Korea Says It's Found a 'Unicorn Lair' from U.S. News

The Half-Impressive Youth Vote

November 30, 2012 at 09:29PM

Half of young people are nonvoters, an embarrassing fact for one of the only true democracies in the world.

The Half-Impressive Youth Vote from U.S. News

7 Items You Should Buy This Winter

November 30, 2012 at 09:02PM

It might be the season to budget, but consider investing in these splurges.

7 Items You Should Buy This Winter from U.S. News

Battle Over 'Gay Therapy' Taken to Court

November 30, 2012 at 09:07PM

Judges in California, New Jersey consider the validity of "gay conversion therapy."

Battle Over 'Gay Therapy' Taken to Court from U.S. News

The Right Way to Resolve the Fiscal Cliff

November 30, 2012 at 09:02PM

If Washington politicians were rational, they'd start by extending the deadline by three to six months.

The Right Way to Resolve the Fiscal Cliff from U.S. News

Unemployment Insurance Must Be Included in Fiscal Cliff Deal

November 30, 2012 at 08:37PM

In negotiating on the fiscal cliff, Congress shouldn't focus on extending tax cuts for the wealthy but instead on extending emergency federal unemployment insurance.

Unemployment Insurance Must Be Included in Fiscal Cliff Deal from U.S. News

The Right Way to Resolve the Fiscal Cliff

November 30, 2012 at 08:06PM

If Washington politicians were rational, they'd start by extending the deadline by three to six months.

The Right Way to Resolve the Fiscal Cliff from U.S. News

UN Climate Boss: No Support for Tough Climate Deal

November 30, 2012 at 06:53PM

DOHA, Qatar (AP) — The United Nations climate chief is urging people not to look solely to their governments to make tough decisions to slow global warming, and instead to consider their own role in solving the problem.

UN Climate Boss: No Support for Tough Climate Deal from U.S. News

Eurozone Unemployment Hits Another Record High

November 30, 2012 at 03:16PM

LONDON (AP) — Another month, another record unemployment rate for the economy of the 17 European Union countries that use the euro.

Eurozone Unemployment Hits Another Record High from U.S. News

Stimulus Better Spent on Infrastructure, Not Tax Cuts

November 30, 2012 at 07:03PM

Eliminating the distraction of working to extend the expiring tax changes would allow us to focus on using fiscal policy to emerge from the Great Recession.

Stimulus Better Spent on Infrastructure, Not Tax Cuts from U.S. News

Congress Goes Head to Head with Obama on Guantanamo

November 30, 2012 at 06:57PM

Senators scuttle shutdown of 'top-rate' prison camp.

Congress Goes Head to Head with Obama on Guantanamo from U.S. News

Pro-Tax 'Patriotic Millionaires': Voluntary Payments to Uncle Sam 'a Joke'

November 30, 2012 at 06:55PM

Pro-tax "Patriotic Millionaires" won't pay unless others do too.

Pro-Tax 'Patriotic Millionaires': Voluntary Payments to Uncle Sam 'a Joke' from U.S. News

Tough Challenges Transitioning into Retirement

November 30, 2012 at 04:09PM

Here’s how to tackle these common retirement problems.

Tough Challenges Transitioning into Retirement from U.S. News

U.S. Government Considering Coin Flip to Solve Deficit

November 30, 2012 at 06:26PM

GAO submits report to Congress recommending the $1 bill be completely replaced by a $1 coin.

U.S. Government Considering Coin Flip to Solve Deficit from U.S. News

How Europe Could Derail the U.S. Recovery

November 29, 2012 at 09:10PM

Forget the fiscal cliff: The real danger to U.S. growth is in Europe.

How Europe Could Derail the U.S. Recovery from U.S. News

Morsi's Egypt Looks a Lot Like Mubarak's Egypt

November 29, 2012 at 08:32PM

Until factions learn to work together, the new Egypt will continue to look like the old one.

Morsi's Egypt Looks a Lot Like Mubarak's Egypt from U.S. News

Republican Party Needs More Women, Minorities in Leadership Posts

November 30, 2012 at 05:50PM

The Republican Party needs more minorities and women in leadership roles if it hopes to have a future.

Republican Party Needs More Women, Minorities in Leadership Posts from U.S. News

Capitol Gains: Which Groups Saw The Best Bang for Their Political Buck?

November 30, 2012 at 05:27PM

A record amount of money was spent in the 2012 election cycle.

Capitol Gains: Which Groups Saw The Best Bang for Their Political Buck? from U.S. News

Social Security Tax Breaks Drive New Retirement Strategy

November 30, 2012 at 05:00PM

Retirement plans should exploit the tax edge that Social Security payments have over 401(k), IRA income.

Social Security Tax Breaks Drive New Retirement Strategy from U.S. News

Where Money Can Go When You Die

November 30, 2012 at 04:32PM

Death, taxes, and your cash.

Where Money Can Go When You Die from U.S. News

Party's Over: 5 Fading Republican Stars

November 30, 2012 at 04:01PM

Demographic changes are leaving once-rising stars fading back into party obscurity.

Party's Over: 5 Fading Republican Stars from U.S. News

Citing Iraq Failures, Hillary Clinton Avoids Endorsing Syrian Rebels

November 30, 2012 at 04:54PM

U.S. must take sophisticated approach in choosing who to support, Clinton says.

Citing Iraq Failures, Hillary Clinton Avoids Endorsing Syrian Rebels from U.S. News

Glass Found in Generic Lipitor; Production Halts

November 30, 2012 at 04:53PM

14 heart numbers everyone should know; are you exercising for the right reasons?

Glass Found in Generic Lipitor; Production Halts from U.S. News

Fiscal Cliff Notes: Investing Ideas for the Coming Months

November 30, 2012 at 04:40PM

Where to find value in a rough market climate.

Fiscal Cliff Notes: Investing Ideas for the Coming Months from U.S. News

What the Polls Don’t Tell Us About Raising Taxes

November 30, 2012 at 04:37PM

It's hardly anything new that the majority of Americans don't mind raising someone else's taxes to close the budget gap.

What the Polls Don’t Tell Us About Raising Taxes from U.S. News

Mr. De Niro And Tina Fey Go To Washington

November 30, 2012 at 04:30PM

Whispers hears that Tina Fey and Robert De Niro are among the A-listers who will be at the Kennedy Center Honors this Sunday.

Mr. De Niro And Tina Fey Go To Washington from U.S. News

Is Dairy Healthy or Not?

November 30, 2012 at 04:03PM

Sifting through the curds, whey, and competing claims

Is Dairy Healthy or Not? from U.S. News

Exercise for the Right Reasons

November 30, 2012 at 03:45PM

Working out should be something you do to be happy, not skinny. Here’s why.

Exercise for the Right Reasons from U.S. News

Grad School Application Checklist: 10 Months Out

November 30, 2012 at 03:30PM

It’s time to keep paring down your list of prospective graduate schools.

Grad School Application Checklist: 10 Months Out from U.S. News

Where, Exactly, is Your Money Going?

November 30, 2012 at 03:30PM

Try this 90-day experiment to get your budget back on track.

Where, Exactly, is Your Money Going? from U.S. News

How Reading Can Help You Get Into Business School

November 30, 2012 at 03:00PM

Even reading five pages a day can help improve your essay writing and interviewing skills.

How Reading Can Help You Get Into Business School from U.S. News

The Army Will Be a Challenge for Obama's Defense Spending Cuts

November 30, 2012 at 02:00PM

The military also plays important humanitarian and peacekeeping operations that would be adversely affected by cuts to the defense budget.

The Army Will Be a Challenge for Obama's Defense Spending Cuts from U.S. News

Report: High School Guidance Counselors Underutilized

November 30, 2012 at 02:00PM

Counselors are tasked with clerical duties, stealing their focus from student achievement, experts say.

Report: High School Guidance Counselors Underutilized from U.S. News

Egypt Islamists Hurriedly Approve New Constitution

November 30, 2012 at 12:07PM

CAIRO (AP) — Islamists approved a draft constitution for Egypt early Friday without the participation of liberal and Christian members, seeking to pre-empt a court ruling that could dissolve their panel with a rushed, marathon vote that further inflames the conflict between the opposition and President Mohammed Morsi.

Egypt Islamists Hurriedly Approve New Constitution from U.S. News

First Female Combat Veterans Elected to Congress May Lead to Change in Military

November 29, 2012 at 11:52PM

Tammy Duckworth says women should be able to serve in combat ground units.

First Female Combat Veterans Elected to Congress May Lead to Change in Military from U.S. News

PHOTO: Body Language Expert Says Romney-Obama Lunch Meeting "Awkward"

November 29, 2012 at 11:16PM

The former Republican nominee shares an uncomfortable handshake with the president in an official White House photo.

PHOTO: Body Language Expert Says Romney-Obama Lunch Meeting "Awkward" from U.S. News

Republicans Rushing to Construct New Immigration Reforms

November 29, 2012 at 11:09PM

Multiple GOP lawmakers are rushing to build new immigration bills, but Democrats say their current ideas are more of the same.

Republicans Rushing to Construct New Immigration Reforms from U.S. News

3 Reasons To Tune Out the Fiscal Cliff Bickering

November 29, 2012 at 10:54PM

Hate to break it to you, but the whole drama may continue well into 2013.

3 Reasons To Tune Out the Fiscal Cliff Bickering from U.S. News

How the Fork, the Pot, and the Oven Changed the Way Humans Lived

November 29, 2012 at 10:35PM

Food writer Bee Wilson explains how kitchen technologies have changed the human body and the economy.

How the Fork, the Pot, and the Oven Changed the Way Humans Lived from U.S. News

Washington Indecision on Fiscal Cliff is Stalling Job Creation

November 29, 2012 at 10:11PM

With uncertainty over taxes and the fiscal cliff, businesses are hesitating from creating jobs.

Washington Indecision on Fiscal Cliff is Stalling Job Creation from U.S. News

Lawmakers 'Burn Midnight Oil' Passing a Pentagon Budget

November 29, 2012 at 10:07PM

Senators vow to complete the 2013 Pentagon bill that's two months past due.

Lawmakers 'Burn Midnight Oil' Passing a Pentagon Budget from U.S. News

Study: Global Temperature Will Rise 1.5 Degrees C, Warming Nearly Unstoppable

November 29, 2012 at 10:01PM

Economically feasible solution almost impossible, scientists say.

Study: Global Temperature Will Rise 1.5 Degrees C, Warming Nearly Unstoppable from U.S. News

Cosmic Fizzle: No Forthcoming Announcement of Life on Mars

November 29, 2012 at 09:40PM

NASA has backed away from 'earthshaking' discovery announcement.

Cosmic Fizzle: No Forthcoming Announcement of Life on Mars from U.S. News

Former President George H.W. Bush Hospitalized

November 29, 2012 at 09:14PM

The elder Bush president, now 88, has been in and out of the hospital for bronchitis complications.

Former President George H.W. Bush Hospitalized from U.S. News

Mr. De Niro And Tina Fey Go To Washington

November 30, 2012 at 04:30PM

Whispers hears that Tina Fey and Robert De Niro are among the A-listers who will be at the Kennedy Center Honors this Sunday.

Mr. De Niro And Tina Fey Go To Washington from U.S. News

Is Dairy Healthy or Not?

November 30, 2012 at 04:03PM

Sifting through the curds, whey, and competing claims

Is Dairy Healthy or Not? from U.S. News

Exercise for the Right Reasons

November 30, 2012 at 03:45PM

Working out should be something you do to be happy, not skinny. Here’s why.

Exercise for the Right Reasons from U.S. News

Where, Exactly, is Your Money Going?

November 30, 2012 at 03:30PM

Try this 90-day experiment to get your budget back on track.

Where, Exactly, is Your Money Going? from U.S. News

Grad School Application Checklist: 10 Months Out

November 30, 2012 at 03:30PM

It’s time to keep paring down your list of prospective graduate schools.

Grad School Application Checklist: 10 Months Out from U.S. News

Donnerstag, 29. November 2012

World Eyes Key Dates for North Korean Missile Launch

November 29, 2012 at 06:27PM

The world erupts with indignation over pending NORK launch while Seoul residents ignore warnings.

World Eyes Key Dates for North Korean Missile Launch from U.S. News

Romney Campaign Still Stuck in the Past

November 29, 2012 at 06:10PM

Memo from Romney's chief strategist exemplifies campaign's wrong-headed strategy.

Romney Campaign Still Stuck in the Past from U.S. News

Surveillance Footage Shows Jet Crash into Virginia Beach Apartment Complex

November 29, 2012 at 05:56PM

Video shows a flash, followed by smoke and flames.

Surveillance Footage Shows Jet Crash into Virginia Beach Apartment Complex from U.S. News

The Benefits—and Dangers—of Serial Refinancing

November 29, 2012 at 05:50PM

Repeatedly nabbing a lower interest rate can pay off, as long as you don’t jump the gun.

The Benefits—and Dangers—of Serial Refinancing from U.S. News

America Is Souring on Bloated Federal Defense Spending

November 29, 2012 at 05:30PM

As the permanent war economy is harming our growth, military spending may start to come down.

America Is Souring on Bloated Federal Defense Spending from U.S. News

The Weird Obama Campaign Subject Lines That Got People to Donate The Most

November 29, 2012 at 05:16PM

"Hey" and "I will be outspent" outperformed hundreds of other subject lines.

The Weird Obama Campaign Subject Lines That Got People to Donate The Most from U.S. News

Childhood Obesity: A Calculator May Show if Your Baby is at Risk

November 29, 2012 at 05:11PM

Why we're fat: what's behind the obesity rates; plus, understanding childhood obesity

Childhood Obesity: A Calculator May Show if Your Baby is at Risk from U.S. News

As Pending Home Sales Rise, Housing Recovery Accelerates

November 29, 2012 at 04:56PM

All signs point to a firming housing recovery.

As Pending Home Sales Rise, Housing Recovery Accelerates from U.S. News

GOP Can't Dismiss Time's Sandra Fluke Person of the Year Nod

November 29, 2012 at 04:30PM

Until the Republican Party changes its rhetoric, people like Sandra Fluke will get attention like Time's Person of the Year consideration.

GOP Can't Dismiss Time's Sandra Fluke Person of the Year Nod from U.S. News

GDP Growth Rate More Than Doubled in Third Quarter

November 29, 2012 at 04:21PM

Federal spending and business investment helped speed economic growth last quarter.

GDP Growth Rate More Than Doubled in Third Quarter from U.S. News

America Is Souring on Bloated Federal Defense Spending

November 29, 2012 at 05:30PM

As the permanent war economy is harming our growth, military spending may start to come down.

America Is Souring on Bloated Federal Defense Spending from U.S. News

The Weird Obama Campaign Subject Lines That Got People to Donate The Most

November 29, 2012 at 05:16PM

"Hey" and "I will be outspent" outperformed hundreds of other subject lines.

The Weird Obama Campaign Subject Lines That Got People to Donate The Most from U.S. News

Childhood Obesity: A Calculator May Show if Your Baby is at Risk

November 29, 2012 at 05:11PM

Why we're fat: what's behind the obesity rates; plus, understanding childhood obesity

Childhood Obesity: A Calculator May Show if Your Baby is at Risk from U.S. News

As Pending Home Sales Rise, Housing Recovery Accelerates

November 29, 2012 at 04:56PM

All signs point to a firming housing recovery.

As Pending Home Sales Rise, Housing Recovery Accelerates from U.S. News

GOP Can't Dismiss Time's Sandra Fluke Person of the Year Nod

November 29, 2012 at 04:30PM

Until the Republican Party changes its rhetoric, people like Sandra Fluke will get attention like Time's Person of the Year consideration.

GOP Can't Dismiss Time's Sandra Fluke Person of the Year Nod from U.S. News

The Reward for Surviving Sandy May Be Higher Taxes

November 29, 2012 at 04:00PM

TOMS RIVER, N.J. (AP) — Superstorm Sandy may have one more nasty surprise still to come: higher taxes.

The Reward for Surviving Sandy May Be Higher Taxes from U.S. News

GDP Growth Rate More Than Doubled in Third Quarter

November 29, 2012 at 04:21PM

Federal spending and business investment helped speed economic growth last quarter.

GDP Growth Rate More Than Doubled in Third Quarter from U.S. News

Mark Cuban and Other 'Sharks' Reveal What Makes a Hot Business Idea

November 29, 2012 at 04:10PM

U.S. News spent two days gathering intel from the panelists on ABC’s reality show about what makes a hot business idea.

Mark Cuban and Other 'Sharks' Reveal What Makes a Hot Business Idea from U.S. News

Buckle Up for Auto Industry Scholarships

November 29, 2012 at 04:00PM

Car enthusiasts may be able to find money to fund their college education.

Buckle Up for Auto Industry Scholarships from U.S. News

Which Ranked Universities Are Doing Better Than Their Academic Reputations?

November 29, 2012 at 03:30PM

See exclusive lists comparing schools' overall ranks to their reputation ranks.

Which Ranked Universities Are Doing Better Than Their Academic Reputations? from U.S. News

What You Should Take Away From This Year’s Retirement Confidence Survey

November 29, 2012 at 03:24PM

Workers' confidence in their ability to save enough for retirement is waning.

What You Should Take Away From This Year’s Retirement Confidence Survey from U.S. News

The Fiscal Cliff, Pentagon Waste, and Afghanistan

November 29, 2012 at 03:15PM

A new report shows irresponsible spending by the Defense Department in Afghanistan.

The Fiscal Cliff, Pentagon Waste, and Afghanistan from U.S. News

Are All Nut Butters Created Equal?

November 29, 2012 at 03:00PM

Peanut. Almond. Cashew. Natural. Organic. Conventional. Which is best?

Are All Nut Butters Created Equal? from U.S. News

Unemployed? Turn to the Internet

November 29, 2012 at 02:15PM

Many of those out of work are finding creative ways to earn income online.

Unemployed? Turn to the Internet from U.S. News

5 Financial Surprises for College Parents

November 29, 2012 at 02:00PM

Research may not prepare you for the reality of making payments.

5 Financial Surprises for College Parents from U.S. News

The Business Community Must Knock Sense Into Republicans

November 29, 2012 at 02:00PM

The business community must tell the Republican Party that they want a plan to solve the economic meltdown, not more chaos caused by refusing to raise taxes.

The Business Community Must Knock Sense Into Republicans from U.S. News

How to Achieve Inbox Zero

November 29, 2012 at 01:52PM

Don't be a slave to your Outlook email.

How to Achieve Inbox Zero from U.S. News

How to Manage Unrealistic Work Demands

November 29, 2012 at 01:40PM

There's a difference between pushing to the limit and pushing beyond your limit.

How to Manage Unrealistic Work Demands from U.S. News

Democrats Get Cocky in Their Opposition to Spending Cuts

November 29, 2012 at 12:00PM

Even if Republicans give on tax hikes, deep spending cuts are still needed.

Democrats Get Cocky in Their Opposition to Spending Cuts from U.S. News

Flu Forecasting Model Can Predict Spikes in Cases Up to Seven Weeks in Advance

November 29, 2012 at 12:00PM

Forecasting would allow health officials to stock up on vaccines.

Flu Forecasting Model Can Predict Spikes in Cases Up to Seven Weeks in Advance from U.S. News

House Republicans Don't See Eye to Eye on Fiscal Cliff

November 28, 2012 at 11:58PM

Boehner's caucus divided on solutions to the deficit and taxes.

House Republicans Don't See Eye to Eye on Fiscal Cliff from U.S. News

Food Stamp Use Up Nearly 10 Percent in 2011

November 28, 2012 at 11:55PM

Use of the program declined in only three states.

Food Stamp Use Up Nearly 10 Percent in 2011 from U.S. News

Are Young Adults Finally Ready to Get Their Own Places?

November 28, 2012 at 11:06PM

New Census data show that the trend of "doubling up" households may finally be slowing.

Are Young Adults Finally Ready to Get Their Own Places? from U.S. News

Is the GOP Defecting From Grover Norquist's Tax Pledge?

November 28, 2012 at 11:00PM

Some Republican lawmakers are backing down from their pledge not to raise taxes.

Is the GOP Defecting From Grover Norquist's Tax Pledge? from U.S. News

A Coded Threat Within Afghanistan Attack Numbers

November 28, 2012 at 10:50PM

A decrease in attacks may not be a good sign for 2014, experts say.

A Coded Threat Within Afghanistan Attack Numbers from U.S. News

The Internet Is Skeptical Of Darrell Issa's New Law To Protect The Web

November 28, 2012 at 10:36PM

Reddit users were critical of Darrell Issa's proposal of a two-year ban on Internet regulation.

The Internet Is Skeptical Of Darrell Issa's New Law To Protect The Web from U.S. News

Rastafarianism Grows in Jamaica After Long Disdain

November 28, 2012 at 10:26PM

BULL BAY, Jamaica (AP) — The robed Rastafarian priest looked out over the turquoise sea off Jamaica's southeast coast and fervently described his belief that deliverance is at hand.

Rastafarianism Grows in Jamaica After Long Disdain from U.S. News

Gay National Guard Major And His Partner Are The White House's Christmas 'Treemasters'

November 28, 2012 at 10:24PM

Oregon Air National Guard Major Wes Risner says he is comfortable visiting the White House because of the repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell.

Gay National Guard Major And His Partner Are The White House's Christmas 'Treemasters' from U.S. News

Morsi's Power Grab Doesn't Mean Egypt Is Doomed

November 28, 2012 at 10:15PM

The Middle Eastern country still faces challenges to its democracy, but its transition is not doomed to failure.

Morsi's Power Grab Doesn't Mean Egypt Is Doomed from U.S. News

UN Report: 2012 Arctic Ice Melt Larger Than Size of United States

November 28, 2012 at 09:29PM

The United Nations warned Wednesday that climate change is "taking place before our eyes."

UN Report: 2012 Arctic Ice Melt Larger Than Size of United States from U.S. News

Development Program to Contain Climate Change Not as Good as It Looks

November 28, 2012 at 09:27PM

Cutting down greenhouse gas emissions in developing nations using the Clean Development Mechanism is bedeviled by a host of problems.

Development Program to Contain Climate Change Not as Good as It Looks from U.S. News

VIDEO: Disney Designs a Robot That Can Play Catch

November 28, 2012 at 09:26PM

The new robot might be used in theme park attractions.

VIDEO: Disney Designs a Robot That Can Play Catch from U.S. News

14 HIV/AIDS Beliefs—Which Ones Are True?

November 28, 2012 at 08:50PM

Saturday marks World AIDS Day. Fight the epidemic simply by being informed.

14 HIV/AIDS Beliefs—Which Ones Are True? from U.S. News

Will Egypt's Army Defy Morsi?

November 28, 2012 at 08:40PM

Ex-Egyptian military official says troops unlikely to blindly follow power-grabbing president.

Will Egypt's Army Defy Morsi? from U.S. News

Shelley Moore Capito Can Win in West Virginia

November 28, 2012 at 08:00PM

The Republican Party can find victory by supporting the right candidates in the right states.

Shelley Moore Capito Can Win in West Virginia from U.S. News

Indian Ambassador Downplays Chinese Passports Map

November 28, 2012 at 07:37PM

U.S. says map causes 'tension and anxiety' in an already tense and anxious region.

Indian Ambassador Downplays Chinese Passports Map from U.S. News

Which Ranked Universities Are Doing Better Than Their Academic Reputations?

November 29, 2012 at 03:30PM

See exclusive lists comparing schools' overall ranks to their reputation ranks.

Which Ranked Universities Are Doing Better Than Their Academic Reputations? from U.S. News

What You Should Take Away From This Year’s Retirement Confidence Survey

November 29, 2012 at 03:24PM

Workers' confidence in their ability to save enough for retirement is waning.

What You Should Take Away From This Year’s Retirement Confidence Survey from U.S. News

The Fiscal Cliff, Pentagon Waste, and Afghanistan

November 29, 2012 at 03:15PM

A new report shows irresponsible spending by the Defense Department in Afghanistan.

The Fiscal Cliff, Pentagon Waste, and Afghanistan from U.S. News

Are All Nut Butters Created Equal?

November 29, 2012 at 03:00PM

Peanut. Almond. Cashew. Natural. Organic. Conventional. Which is best?

Are All Nut Butters Created Equal? from U.S. News

Mittwoch, 28. November 2012

Odds Improve in $500 Million Powerball Lottery

November 28, 2012 at 06:18PM

Mathematically challenged Americans snap up tickets, despite 175 million-to-1 odds of winning.

Odds Improve in $500 Million Powerball Lottery from U.S. News

Accountants Agitated Over Fiscal Cliff Uncertainty

November 28, 2012 at 05:55PM

It's a nerve-racking time for CPAs as they wait on specificity from Congress and the IRS.

Accountants Agitated Over Fiscal Cliff Uncertainty from U.S. News

Will Obama's 'Change' Extend to the SEC?

November 28, 2012 at 05:40PM

At the SEC, financial reform’s proponents fear a missed opportunity.

Will Obama's 'Change' Extend to the SEC? from U.S. News

Bowles and Simpson Predict Congress Goes Over the Fiscal Cliff

November 28, 2012 at 05:38PM

Despite lawmakers trying to reach a deal, the two don't see a deal being made before Jan. 1.

Bowles and Simpson Predict Congress Goes Over the Fiscal Cliff from U.S. News

Sandra Fluke Belongs on Time's 'Person of the Year' List

November 28, 2012 at 05:11PM

Sandra Fluke deserves to be recognized on Time's person of the year list.

Sandra Fluke Belongs on Time's 'Person of the Year' List from U.S. News

When Americans Took Pride in Paying Taxes

November 28, 2012 at 04:58PM

Taxpayers today feel more antipathy toward Washington than they have in decades.

When Americans Took Pride in Paying Taxes from U.S. News

Another Look at Superstar Fund Managers

November 28, 2012 at 04:54PM

An update on how some famous fund managers fared this year.

Another Look at Superstar Fund Managers from U.S. News

Spice Up Your Exercise Life

November 28, 2012 at 04:46PM

Avoid boredom and get the results you want with these tips

Spice Up Your Exercise Life from U.S. News

President Obama Takes to the Bully Pulpit

November 28, 2012 at 04:23PM

In his push for higher taxes on the rich and to avoid the fiscal cliff, Obama is back in campaign mode.

President Obama Takes to the Bully Pulpit from U.S. News

Some Employers Assist With Student Debt Payments

November 28, 2012 at 04:00PM

Professionals may qualify for loan repayment assistance programs.

Some Employers Assist With Student Debt Payments from U.S. News

Filibuster 'Reform' Is a Partisan Power Grab

November 28, 2012 at 02:00PM

Ending the filibuster will limit the minority party's rights.

Filibuster 'Reform' Is a Partisan Power Grab from U.S. News

Sandra Fluke Belongs on Time's 'Person of the Year' List

November 28, 2012 at 05:11PM

Sandra Fluke deserves to be recognized on Time's person of the year list.

Sandra Fluke Belongs on Time's 'Person of the Year' List from U.S. News

When Americans Took Pride in Paying Taxes

November 28, 2012 at 04:58PM

Taxpayers today feel more antipathy toward Washington than they have in decades.

When Americans Took Pride in Paying Taxes from U.S. News

Spice Up Your Exercise Life

November 28, 2012 at 04:46PM

Avoid boredom and get the results you want with these tips

Spice Up Your Exercise Life from U.S. News

President Obama Takes to the Bully Pulpit

November 28, 2012 at 04:23PM

In his push for higher taxes on the rich and to avoid the fiscal cliff, Obama is back in campaign mode.

President Obama Takes to the Bully Pulpit from U.S. News

Some Employers Assist With Student Debt Payments

November 28, 2012 at 04:00PM

Professionals may qualify for loan repayment assistance programs.

Some Employers Assist With Student Debt Payments from U.S. News

Second Acts: Turning Your Passion Into a Paycheck

November 28, 2012 at 03:55PM

A growing number of baby boomers are looking to profit from their passions.

Second Acts: Turning Your Passion Into a Paycheck from U.S. News

Get-Out-of-Debt Resolutions for 2013

November 28, 2012 at 03:51PM

If our troubled economy has taught us anything, it’s that the less debt you have, the better.

Get-Out-of-Debt Resolutions for 2013 from U.S. News

How to Handle the Winter Financial Blues

November 28, 2012 at 03:40PM

Instead of shopping, consider these 12 steps to combat this season’s money fatigue.

How to Handle the Winter Financial Blues from U.S. News

GOP Shouldn't Abandon Call for Lower Taxes, Pro-Life Stance

November 28, 2012 at 03:30PM

Backing down from its position on abortion and taxes will not revive the Republican Party.

GOP Shouldn't Abandon Call for Lower Taxes, Pro-Life Stance from U.S. News

Business Schools Divided on How to Approach Analytics Training

November 28, 2012 at 03:00PM

Data scientists are in demand, but MBA students may be confused about what kind of training to pursue.

Business Schools Divided on How to Approach Analytics Training from U.S. News

Of Course There's Such a Thing as a Bad Food!

November 28, 2012 at 02:30PM

Turning a common refrain on its head

Of Course There's Such a Thing as a Bad Food! from U.S. News

Filibuster Reform Is Needed, But Won't End Partisan Gridlock

November 28, 2012 at 02:00PM

Filibuster reform is needed, but a polarized Senate will allow gridlock to continue.

Filibuster Reform Is Needed, But Won't End Partisan Gridlock from U.S. News

Merkley: Founding Fathers Would be Horrified by the Senate

November 28, 2012 at 02:00PM

Replace the 'silent filibuster' with the 'talking filibuster.'

Merkley: Founding Fathers Would be Horrified by the Senate from U.S. News

We Must Reach Bipartisan Agreement to Limit Filibuster Use

November 28, 2012 at 02:00PM

The filibuster shouldn't be abolished, but it does need bipartisan reform.

We Must Reach Bipartisan Agreement to Limit Filibuster Use from U.S. News

Should The Filibuster Be Overhauled?

November 28, 2012 at 02:00PM

Should The Filibuster Be Overhauled? from U.S. News

Mitch McConnell: Democrats Want to Disregard Senate Rules

November 28, 2012 at 02:00PM

Senator Reid wants to rule by his whim and make everyone else bystanders.

Mitch McConnell: Democrats Want to Disregard Senate Rules from U.S. News

Norm Ornstein: Only Use the Filibuster Rarely

November 28, 2012 at 02:00PM

The filibuster shouldn't be used as a weapon of mass obstruction.

Norm Ornstein: Only Use the Filibuster Rarely from U.S. News

What to Put in Your Interview Prep Toolkit

November 28, 2012 at 01:27PM

What needs to be at the ready during a job search?

What to Put in Your Interview Prep Toolkit from U.S. News

10 Rules for Holiday-Gift Giving in the Office

November 28, 2012 at 01:18PM

A few best practices for giving and receiving gifts at work.

10 Rules for Holiday-Gift Giving in the Office from U.S. News

4 Sad But True Confessions You Should Never Make About Your Job Search

November 28, 2012 at 01:11PM

Practice tact along with your poker face.

4 Sad But True Confessions You Should Never Make About Your Job Search from U.S. News

TMZ Denies It Wants to Use Drones

November 27, 2012 at 11:48PM

The celebrity gossip website says it doesn't want to get into the drone business.

TMZ Denies It Wants to Use Drones from U.S. News

McCain Supports Patriot Missiles in Turkey Aimed at Syria

November 27, 2012 at 11:16PM

Quelling aerial attacks is critical for peace, Arizona senator says.

McCain Supports Patriot Missiles in Turkey Aimed at Syria from U.S. News

U.S. Energy Boom Needs No Artificial Stimulants

November 27, 2012 at 11:05PM

The energy industry should be allowed to ebb and flow with free markets, not controlled by government stimulants.

U.S. Energy Boom Needs No Artificial Stimulants from U.S. News

Meat Analysis Finds Drug Resistant Bacteria in Pork

November 27, 2012 at 11:04PM

A Consumer Reports analysis found potentially dangerous bacteria in pork samples from around the country.

Meat Analysis Finds Drug Resistant Bacteria in Pork from U.S. News

Stocks Slide on 'Fiscal Cliff' Warning

November 27, 2012 at 10:59PM

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks slumped on Wall Street Tuesday after Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid said he was frustrated by the lack of progress in talks over the U.S. budget impasse in Washington.

Stocks Slide on 'Fiscal Cliff' Warning from U.S. News

Bradley Manning Expected To Testify While Protesters Stand Outside Fort Meade In The Rain

November 27, 2012 at 10:07PM

Manning hasn't spoken publicly in two years. This week, he is expected to argue inhumane treatment justifies his release.

Bradley Manning Expected To Testify While Protesters Stand Outside Fort Meade In The Rain from U.S. News

Female Marines Will Have to do Pull-Ups by 2014

November 27, 2012 at 09:35PM

New standards shrink training gap between women and men.

Female Marines Will Have to do Pull-Ups by 2014 from U.S. News

Hillary Clinton's Long-time Hairstylist Shares Secrets Behind The Diplomat's Ever-Changing Hair

November 27, 2012 at 09:13PM

Isabelle Goetz has been doing the Clinton's hair since the late 1990s.

Hillary Clinton's Long-time Hairstylist Shares Secrets Behind The Diplomat's Ever-Changing Hair from U.S. News

Should There Be a Minimum Tax for the Wealthy?

November 27, 2012 at 08:28PM

Billionaire Warren Buffett proposes a 30 percent tax on those with incomes over $1 million.

Should There Be a Minimum Tax for the Wealthy? from U.S. News

Bill Clinton Wants to Design White House Ornament Commemorating Own Administration

November 27, 2012 at 07:37PM

The company that makes the official White House ornaments says the 42nd president wants to be involved.

Bill Clinton Wants to Design White House Ornament Commemorating Own Administration from U.S. News

States Lose If We Go off the Fiscal Cliff

November 27, 2012 at 07:30PM

Cash-strapped states can't afford to put up with Congress's indecision on the fiscal cliff.

States Lose If We Go off the Fiscal Cliff from U.S. News

Warren Buffett Raises the Bar for Who Counts As Rich

November 27, 2012 at 07:10PM

The Omaha billionaire wants to raise the cutoff point for who should pay higher taxes.

Warren Buffett Raises the Bar for Who Counts As Rich from U.S. News

ACLU Sues Pentagon Over Women in Combat

November 27, 2012 at 07:00PM

Female troop policy is unconstitutional, the civil liberties group says.

ACLU Sues Pentagon Over Women in Combat from U.S. News

The Onion Fools Top Chinese Newspaper

November 27, 2012 at 06:49PM

Chinese paper runs with satirical story naming North Korean dictator "sexiest man alive."

The Onion Fools Top Chinese Newspaper from U.S. News

Conservative Groups Rain on Capito's Senate Parade

November 27, 2012 at 06:47PM

Local groups urge conservatives in Washington to stay out of the Senate race in West Virginia.

Conservative Groups Rain on Capito's Senate Parade from U.S. News

Susan Rice Meeting with McCain Leads to More Questions

November 27, 2012 at 05:59PM

GOP senators say they are more concerned than ever about Obama administration's post-Benghazi story.

Susan Rice Meeting with McCain Leads to More Questions from U.S. News

U.S. Sanctions Push Iran to Foreign Meddling

November 27, 2012 at 05:30PM

Iran is responding to U.S. sanctions by interfering elsewhere in the Middle East.

U.S. Sanctions Push Iran to Foreign Meddling from U.S. News

Business Schools Divided on How to Approach Analytics Training

November 28, 2012 at 03:00PM

Data scientists are in demand, but MBA students may be confused about what kind of training to pursue.

Business Schools Divided on How to Approach Analytics Training from U.S. News

Of Course There's Such a Thing as a Bad Food!

November 28, 2012 at 02:30PM

Turning a common refrain on its head

Of Course There's Such a Thing as a Bad Food! from U.S. News

Dienstag, 27. November 2012

Susan Rice Meeting with McCain Leads to More Questions

November 27, 2012 at 05:59PM

GOP senators say they are more concerned than ever about Obama administration's post-Benghazi story.

Susan Rice Meeting with McCain Leads to More Questions from U.S. News

What are Sprouted Grains?

November 27, 2012 at 05:29PM

The new 'it food': What's so great about sprouted grains?

What are Sprouted Grains? from U.S. News

8 Holiday Shopping Winners and Losers

November 27, 2012 at 05:29PM

New retail trends mean that electronics and comparison sites are in, while Black Friday is out.

8 Holiday Shopping Winners and Losers from U.S. News

Raise Gas Taxes, Avoid the Fiscal Cliff?

November 27, 2012 at 05:30PM

Raising the federal gas tax is being considered as part of deficit-reduction talks in Washington.

Raise Gas Taxes, Avoid the Fiscal Cliff? from U.S. News

U.S. Sanctions Push Iran to Foreign Meddling

November 27, 2012 at 05:30PM

Iran is responding to U.S. sanctions by interfering elsewhere in the Middle East.

U.S. Sanctions Push Iran to Foreign Meddling from U.S. News

OECD's Global Growth Projections Turn Pessimistic

November 27, 2012 at 05:20PM

Europe is dragging global growth downward, posing far greater risks than the fiscal cliff.

OECD's Global Growth Projections Turn Pessimistic from U.S. News

GOP Senator Offers 'Fiscal Cliff' Solution

November 27, 2012 at 08:53AM

WASHINGTON (AP) — A freshman GOP senator is jumping into the debate on how to avoid a "fiscal cliff" of tax hikes and automatic spending cuts, advocating a mix of tax increases with curbs on Social Security and Medicare benefits.

GOP Senator Offers 'Fiscal Cliff' Solution from U.S. News

S&P/Case-Shiller: 'Safe' To Say We're In Housing Recovery

November 27, 2012 at 04:49PM

After six consecutive months of rising prices, S&P indices chairman says it's safe to call it a recovery.

S&P/Case-Shiller: 'Safe' To Say We're In Housing Recovery from U.S. News

Obama Must Let Bush Tax Cuts for the Wealthy Expire

November 27, 2012 at 04:45PM

President Barack Obama must stick to his guns and work for the change he wants to see.

Obama Must Let Bush Tax Cuts for the Wealthy Expire from U.S. News

7 Planning Steps for Middle-Income Retirements

November 27, 2012 at 04:25PM

Few middle-class families can afford financial advisers. Here’s a practical retirement strategy for them.

7 Planning Steps for Middle-Income Retirements from U.S. News

The Real Problem With a Secretary of State Susan Rice

November 27, 2012 at 04:00PM

Susan Rice isn't the wrong choice for secretary of state because of Benghazi, but because she has been too supportive of war.

The Real Problem With a Secretary of State Susan Rice from U.S. News

How to Raise Your Social Media Profile

November 27, 2012 at 03:55PM

If you haven’t already established a presence in social media, now’s the time.

How to Raise Your Social Media Profile from U.S. News

Rick Santorum Fights Against U.N. Treaty for People With Disabilities

November 27, 2012 at 03:54PM

Santorum's youngest daughter, Isabella, suffers from the rare genetic disorder Trisomy 18.

Rick Santorum Fights Against U.N. Treaty for People With Disabilities from U.S. News

Financing the Gift-Giving Holiday Season? Steer Clear of Retailer Payment Plans

November 27, 2012 at 03:35PM

Consumers have to navigate a proverbial minefield of predatory payment plans if they want to save money.

Financing the Gift-Giving Holiday Season? Steer Clear of Retailer Payment Plans from U.S. News

Financing the Gift-Giving Holiday Season? Steer Clear of Retailer Payment Plans

November 27, 2012 at 03:35PM

Consumers have to navigate a proverbial minefield of predatory payment plans if they want to save money.

Financing the Gift-Giving Holiday Season? Steer Clear of Retailer Payment Plans from U.S. News

5 Steps to Money Management in College

November 27, 2012 at 03:30PM

Parents can help their students toward financial success.

5 Steps to Money Management in College from U.S. News

Secrets of Successful House Flippers

November 26, 2012 at 07:00PM

Investors flipped some 100,000 homes in 2012’s first half, making an average of about $30,000 per house.

Secrets of Successful House Flippers from U.S. News

No Rest for the Weary President

November 26, 2012 at 06:54PM

Obama's re-election honeymoon period may be over before it even began.

No Rest for the Weary President from U.S. News

5 Steps to Money Management in College

November 27, 2012 at 03:30PM

Parents can help their students toward financial success.

5 Steps to Money Management in College from U.S. News

How Big-Time Savers Put Money Away

November 27, 2012 at 03:30PM

These 5 tips make it easier to reach mega-savings goals.

How Big-Time Savers Put Money Away from U.S. News

10 Colleges With Largest Financial Endowments

November 27, 2012 at 03:00PM

Harvard University leads the pack with more than $32 billion.

10 Colleges With Largest Financial Endowments from U.S. News