Business News
Budget 2014: George Osborne's tax cut dilemma
The Guardian - 16 Mar 2014 02:04
The economy is improving but the chancellor cannot afford to be too generous on budget day - and political concerns over the 2015 election also play a part The clock is ticking towards the 2015 general election, with onl...
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government computers will pass next month with the job incomplete, leaving hundreds of thousands of machines running outdated software and unusually vulnera...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...
Autism, Pollution, And Genital Malformations: The Missing Link
Forbes - 16 Mar 2014 23:23
Perhaps you've seen the "autism, pollution, genital malformations" headlines? Only problem is, the study in question provided no link to pollution.
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
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
CPSE ETF: not sizzling enough
livemint.com - 16 Mar 2014 12:42
Analysts point out that discount on the CPSE ETF doesn't appear too attractive after the recent run-up in share prices
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 ...
Creditors seize ship tied to Mexican oil company probe
Reuters - 16 Mar 2014 00:26
MEXICO CITY
Vegas tourism expected to have a record month
Miami Herald - 16 Mar 2014 23:46
A slew of sporting events, conventions and other events are expected to make March a record month for tourism in Las Vegas, according to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitor Authority.
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...