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Will you work after retirement? Most Americans think they will – but most will change their minds
News Observer - 16 Mar 2014 02:00
In her years as a probation officer north of Dallas, Patricia Lowell reckoned that she would work until age 65, confident that she could then retire halfway comfortably on her…
Government computers running Windows XP will be vulnerable to hackers after April 8
Washington Post - 16 Mar 2014 23:30
The deadline for installing secure operating systems on federal government computers will pass next month with the job incomplete, leaving hundreds of thousands of machines running outdated software and unusually vulnera...
Programmers Are Suffering From A Bunch Of 'Syndromes' That Are Driving Them Crazy
Business Insider - 16 Mar 2014 14:15
Being a software programmer is one of the best jobs these days for your pocketbook and your job security, but it can be incredibly bad for your mental health. Two things are going on that are literally driving programmer...
How to avoid an IRS tax audit
News Observer - 16 Mar 2014 02:00
Some deductions attract more IRS scrutiny than others. Here are some tips on how to avoid being audited.
Honda Recalls 900,000 Minivans
The New York Times - 16 Mar 2014 00:28
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Honda is recalling almost 900,000 Odyssey minivans because of a potential fire hazard.
While A Door Opens For Liverpool Is The Same One Closing On Manchester United?
Forbes - 16 Mar 2014 23:57
Moyes talks about looking to United's tradition of attacking football but it is as convincing as Vladimir Putin espousing the need for greater democracy.
Honda Recalls 900,000 Minivans For Fire Risk
Time - 16 Mar 2014 20:39
The recall will include 886,815 Honda Odyssey minivans in the United States from the 2005-2010 models years, and the car company said it plans to replace a fuel strainer linked to a fire risk free of charge
Your Complete Guide to Working the Conference Scene
Nibletz - 16 Mar 2014 17:55
Conferences are a great time for networking and learning about your industry. But, you've got to play it all just right.
Nissan Sees Electric Car Sales Boom
Time - 16 Mar 2014 17:45
Nissan is projecting an acceleration in electric auto sales as worldwide emissions standards tighten
Overcome your fear of public speaking
Boston - 16 Mar 2014 12:02
By no means am I minimizing the anxiety some feel when it comes to public speaking - this is a very real human experience. However, I am saying the fear or anxiety should never hold you back from fulfilling your potentia...
Japan's Mizuho in U.S., Canada suits over Mt. Gox bitcoin losses
Reuters - 16 Mar 2014 07:28
(Reuters) - Mizuho Bank, one of Japan's largest lenders, has became ensnared in North American legal fallout from Mt. Gox, once the world's biggest bitcoin exchange, which collapsed last month after losing nearly half a ...
Hong Kong Regulators Find UBS Engaged In Interest-Rate Rigging
IBTimes - 16 Mar 2014 07:21
Swiss bank UBS found itself involved in two market-manipulation controversies on Friday. First the bank announced it would be investigating allegations of price fixing in the precious metals market stemming from the 2012...
Creditors seize ship tied to Mexican oil company probe
Reuters - 16 Mar 2014 00:26
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Fannie, Freddie bill leaves status of private shareholders to courts
Reuters - 16 Mar 2014 23:45
WASHINGTON
The Wall Street Journal: Senate lawmakers unveil bill to end Fannie, Freddie
Market Watch - 16 Mar 2014 23:41
Senate lawmakers release their first draft of a bipartisan bill spelling out their proposal, announced last week, to eliminate Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. The legislation replaces the mortgage-finance giants with a new s...
Jon Curran wins Brazil Champions
News Observer - 16 Mar 2014 23:15
Jon Curran completed a wire-to-wire victory Sunday in the Web.com Tour's Brazil Champions, closing with a 2-under 69 to beat Alex Cejka by four strokes.
Chinese e-commerce titan Alibaba confirms U.S. IPO
Venture Beat - 16 Mar 2014 22:18
Alibaba wants to become a more global company, reads a statement on the company blog Sunday -- so it's decided to begin the process of an initial public offering in the United States.
Valve's latest Steam Controller design looks a little less crazy
Venture Beat - 16 Mar 2014 19:32
Valve is inching toward normalcy with its newest Steam Controller prototype.
9 Retailers Closing The Most Stores: 24/7 Wall St.
The Huffington Post - 16 Mar 2014 17:24Tableau plans to raise $345M -- more than its IPO -- with new stock offering
Venture Beat - 16 Mar 2014 17:17
Data visualization company Tableau Software is looking to absorb a hefty amount of cash. Ten months after a blockbuster $254 million initial public offering, the Seattle, Wash.-based software company intends to raise ano...
How a seasoned venture capitalist at IDG Ventures views game investments (interview)
Venture Beat - 16 Mar 2014 16:10
IDG Ventures' Phil Sanderson has quietly become one of the most successful venture capitalists backing games.
Stocks to Watch: Herbalife, Plug Power, Castlight are stocks to watch
Market Watch - 16 Mar 2014 10:01
Among the companies whose shares are likely to attract investors' attention on Monday are Herbalife, Plug Power, and Castlight Health.