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AT&T, Mississippi legislators fight over deregulationAT&T has 30,000 rural land lines still regulated under old rules by Mississippi. A bill to deregulate the lines of AT&T and other phone companies is sparking a battle within the legislature.
The best business model is a fluid oneDeveloping a business model isn't a one-time event. It's an ongoing process that should help your business grow and change with the demands of the market
How to cope with higher gas prices. Permanently.With gas prices inching higher and higher, the commute to work can take thousands out of your annual salary. High gas prices can be a good motivation to start considering more long-term changes in your lifestyle.
- How many Los Angeleans are stealing subway fare?
The city of Los Angeles is grossly underestimating how many citizens don't pay for public transportation, and it's affecting the city's bottom line.
Dow just misses 13000. Again.The Dow lost 1 point to close at 12981 – 19 points shy of the 13000 mark. The index hit 13000 several times last week but so far hasn't been able to hold onto it.
How to design a coherent tax systemOur code is too complex, unfair, and economically harmful. Fixing it will take a heightened level of care.
Pending home sales on the risePending home sales have improved, with the national index climbing 2 percent since December while increasing 8 percent above the level seen in January 2011. Is this a sign of stabilization in the housing market?
Oil prices: Yes, Fed can be partly blamed for spikeThe Federal Reserve isn't the only factor in recent rising oil prices, but it's at least partially responsible.
How to raise taxes on millionaires without really tryingForget the 'millionaire surtax.' The better way to tax millionaires is to broaden the tax base – and let all those Bush tax cuts expire.
'Bloomberg Rewind' is must-see financial TVHosted by seasoned financial reporter Matt Mller, 'Bloomberg Rewind' condenses all of the day's financial news and expert interviews into something fun and digestible every night.
Stock market woe: high oil pricesStock market averages fall in Europe, Asia as high oil prices stoke worries that they could undercut economic recovery. Stock market in US set to open lower.
Gas prices high? Oil price survey points to more increases.Gas prices could be headed higher as oil prices are set to rise, a new survey finds. High gas prices could threaten recovery.
Are you an entrepreneur or an employee?The 'entrepreneur' and 'employee' mindsets are very different, but one is not necessarily better than the other.
Beverly Hills goes vacantThe 90210 crowd are abandoning their underwater mansions in increasing numbers. Is this a bad sign for the rest of the country?
Academy Awards: Which Best Picture nominee won at the box office? Nine films will be vying for the Best Picture trophy at the 84th Annual Academy Awards, taking place Sunday at 8 pm. The Best Picture Oscar won’t be announced until late in the evening, but when it comes to the box office, clear winners and losers have already emerged. While there was no runaway blockbuster among this year’s Oscar nominations, the films nominated ran the gamut in terms of profitability: Some made back nearly four times their filming budgets, while others failed to break even. Here’s all nine Best Picture nominees, ranked according to profit margin. Box office numbers are based on worldwide earnings. Can you guess which film was the best bang for its buck?
Which is more important: Your dream house or a Disney trip?When making big spending decisions, make sure not to sacrifice big dreams for small indulgences.
Health insurance: Vermont plan riles firmsHealth insurance reform passes the Vermont House. But business group pushes back, saying health insurance choices would be limited.
Online banking? Don't be afraid.Online banking is commonplace these days, but many customers are hesitant to use it for fear of online scams, lack of computer skills, or difficulty finding convenient Internet access. Here's how to make online banking work for you.
Half of Americans don't pay income tax. So what.The increase in reliance on government assistance is the problem, not a lack of people who pay income tax.
Romney's policy dead-endMitt Romney has added a new plank to his campaign tax platform: Cut all ordinary tax rates by a fifth. But he’s put a few pretty big hurdles in the way of making sure his plan does not add to the deficit.
