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Big immigration reform bill, big boost to US economy? Meh.Analysis indicates that the Senate's big immigration reform bill, approved Thursday, would have more positive effects than negative – over time. But for the first few years, unemployment would rise and wages would fall, especially in low-skill jobs.
2014 Honda Odyssey hits lots on July 2For $28,825, the new 2014 Honda Odyssey comes with a near 250-horsepower V-6 engine and standard technology features such as Pandora and SMS text functionality. The top tier version of the Honda Odyssey, the EX-L Touring Elite, has been priced at $44,450.
The Irish economy is not contracting. Here's why.Although The Irish Times recently published an article claiming Ireland's economy has lurched back into recession, Karlsson argues that GDP is a poor measure of how the country is really doing. Ireland is actually recovering from its economic slump, Karlsson says.
Will the Baucus-Hatch plan trigger tax reform? Probably not.Senators Max Baucus (D-Mont.) and Orrin hatch (R-Utah) are pushing forward a blank slate rewrite plan, but Gleckman says they are off target. Tax reform will come with a specific set of rates and limited preferences — not a blank slate, Gleckman argues.
Could Japan's massive debt disrupt 'Abenomics' gains?A national debt that is 2-1/2 times the size of the economy is setting off alarms.
Do you need inflation protection?Investors have an unprecedented array of inflation-protection tools to safeguard their portfolios: from gold and inflation-protected bonds to commodity mutual funds. Choosing how to hedge against inflation depends on your situation and outlook.
Pentagon slammed for $1 billion deal with banned arms dealerIncluding the new contract, the Pentagon has spent more than $1 billion on helicopters and related maintenance and service with Rosoboronexport, Assad's top arms supplier.
Ford Tremor: potent sport truck. Better fuel economyFord Tremor is the little brother of the F-150 SVT Raptor. Ford Tremor's mileage is 16 miles per gallon in the city, 22 m.p.g. on the highway.
Unemployment benefits: a look state by stateUnemployment benefits: Nationwide, fewer Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week than the week before, a sign of a strengthening job market. Here's the state-by-state breakdown.
Student loans: Despite new proposals in Congress, no fix as deadline loomsInterest rates on some subsidized student loans could double on July 1. A bipartisan Senate group and a sextet of Senate liberals both put forward proposals Thursday, but a deal is elusive.
Home sales jump up in MayPending home sales climbed up, perhaps because sidelined buyers are jumping into the market before interest rates rise further, the chief economist of the National Association of Realtors said.
Stocks rise on good economic newsStocks moved higher on Wall Street Thursday, bolstered by good news on jobs and consumer spending. Stocks have rallied since Tuesday as investors took advantage of lower prices after a sell-off that lasted till Monday.
Unemployment benefits claims drop to 346,000While seasonally adjusted "initial" unemployment benefit claims continued to decline, "extended" unemployment benefit claims have gone up since the middle of 2008.
PayPal Galactic: Your favorite way to pay. In space.PayPal has introduced PayPal Galactic, aimed at making financial transactions easier for space travelers. The launch of PayPal Galactic comes just as the space tourism industry is starting to take flight.
What will the Supreme Court decision on DOMA mean for the IRS?For about 75,000 married same-sex couples, the Supreme Court's decision to strike down the Defense of Marriage Act could mean the IRS will hand out nearly $200 million in refunds, Burman says.
Getting rid of stuff? 8 websites you need to visit.Don't throw everything out. You may be able to trade or swap some of the clutter in your house for newer goods thanks to websites and applications that specialize in allowing people to do exactly that.
Think ahead. Get tasks done.The thought of completing financial tasks like updating life insurance policies, writing a will, or searching for health insurance may be daunting when you're busy. Hamm offers his advice on how to get things done.
Walmart drops Paula Deen after 'Today Show' appearanceWalmart and Paula Deen are parting ways, with the retail giant announcing that it won't order any more of her products. In addition to losing the Walmart deal, Paula Deen has had her name stripped from buffet restaurants owned by the Caesars casino chain.
2014 Mazda 3 unveiledThe 2014 Mazda 3, which made its debut Wednesday, is a compact hatchback that uses high-compression engines to deliver efficient driving.
Work during vacation? Half of Americans do.More than half of US employees say they take business calls or check their work e-mails while on vacation. The convenience of laptops and mobile devices make vacation-time work easier than ever, but researchers say there is such a thing as too much work.
