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Stocks rise on strong earnings reportsStocks ended higher on Wall Street Tuesday as strong earnings reports from big US companies gave investors a boost. Some homebuilder stocks fell after the National Association of Homebuilders said sales of previously occupied homes dipped.
Obama's inaugural address defines domestic policy debatePresident Barack Obama's second inaugural address perfectly defined what will be the great domestic policy debate of not only the next four years but the next decade, Gleckman writes.
SuperSonics return? Seattle-based group will buy NBA's Kings.The NBA has confirmed the sale of the Sacramento Kings to a Seattle-based ownership group, which could mean the return of the beloved Seattle SuperSonics. The move to a bigger city will be good for the franchise, and for the NBA in general. But is it good for Seattle?
Home sales down in DecemberHome sales dropped 1 percent in December 2012, according to the National Association of Realtors, but home sales climbed 12.8 percent above the level seen in December 2011.
Blockbuster closing 300 more stores. Why?Blockbuster closing 300 more stores and laying off about 3,000 employees. The latest Blockbuster closings will leave Dish TV with about 500 Blockbuster stores nationwide.
Boeing 787 probe widens. Overcharged battery ruled out.Boeing 787 battery that caught fire on a Japan Airways jetliner was not overcharged, government officials say. The Boeing 787 battery didn't exceed its 32 volt limit, and the NSTB is looking into other possible causes.
How much is 'enough'?One of the biggest keys to financial success is to wake up in the morning, look around your life, and feel as though you have enough, Hamm writes.
Obama's 'beast': The high-tech presidential limousinePresident Obama's limousine, also known as "The Beast," is heavily armored, Ireson writes, with 8-inch thick doors and a superstructure made of titanium, ceramic, steel, and aluminum.
Dutch minister tapped to steer Eurogroup - and navigate eurocrisisJeroen Dijsselbloem, the Dutch finance minister, was elected today to the presidency of the Eurogroup. While hopes are high for his term, some worry about the burdens of the position.
Young drivers show interest in hybrids, electric carsHybrids, plug-in cars and gas-sipping small cars may save you money on fuel, but they also make a statement about your attitude towards the environment, Ingram writes. This is something younger buyers are becoming quite keen on.
How the 'fiscal cliff' deal affects the alternative minimum taxThe newly enacted American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 will permanently protect millions of taxpayers from having to pay the alternative minimum tax without Congress having to approve a temporary patch every year or so, Williams writes.
Phil Mickelson: Quitting golf over higher taxes?Phil Mickelson has hinted at a move away from California, perhaps the United States, and maybe even away from golf as he seeks to escape punitive taxes. Phil Mickelson says that because of recent changes, he would pay a 62 percent rate on his taxes.
When starting a business, what really matters?Character, culture, and family are key to a successful career as an entrepreneur, Cornwall writes.
Martin Luther King: His 'dream' is great business strategyMartin Luther King defined his dream and created a plan to reach it. Entrepreneurs who do the same may not achieve Dr. King's grand results, but they can achieve great success.
The best times to use your holiday gift cardsFrom travel to jewelry to home goods, what – and when – you should buy with your holiday gift cards.
First 2014 Corvette Stringray is sold. Price: $1.1 millionCorvette Stringray goes for more than 20 times expected cost at an Arizona auction. NASCAR team owner Hendrick picks up 2014 Corvette Stringray with very first vehicle ID number.
10 pantry staples to start any mealAs long as you have these 10 items on hand, you'll never go hungry at home.
Fuel economy is car buyers' top priority. With a catch.Fuel economy is a chief concern for 15 percent of car buyers, outranking styling, reliability, and cost. But not by much.
Now is the best time ever to buy UggsLow sales and overstocking mean deep discounts on the cozy, sheepskin-lined boots.
Honda recalling Pilots, Odysseys for faulty airbagsHonda recall involves potentially missing rivets on airbag covers, which could cause them to deploy improperly. Some 748,000 late-model Pilots and Odysseys are part of the Honda recall.
