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  • Retailers abandoned for a better offer Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 4:02PMOf all the news to make retailers sit up and take notice about what's happening to the Australian consumer, it wasn't the bad news from the David Jones department store last week that would be of most concern.
  • Last space shuttle crew almost done packing up Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 3:47PMCAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) -- The astronauts making NASA's last shuttle flight are almost done packing up their gigantic suitcase for the ride home. The 10 space travelers spent Sunday putting some final items in Raffaello, the Italian-made cargo canister that's the size of a bus.
  • Last space shuttle crew packing up Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 12:21PMThe last Nasa shuttle crew are almost done with packing for this week's final ride home.
  • Astrakhan: The Capital of the Caspian Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 12:04PMASTRAKHAN — While the Russian word for "tomato" may be masculine, Astrakhan natives tag an "a" on the end, switching the gender.
  • Last shuttle crew almost done packing up Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 11:22AMCAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- The astronauts making NASA’s last shuttle flight are almost done packing up their gigantic suitcase for the ride home. The 10 space travelers spent Sunday putting some final items in Raffaello, the Italian-made cargo canister that’s the size of a bus. "Keep going, you are almost done," encouraged Mission Control. The compartment will be moved from the International Space ...
  • Nielsen: Full Economic Recovery Slower Than Anticipated Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 11:09AMNEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Global consumer confidence cautiously edged up one index point to 93 in the second quarter as confidence increases in booming Asian markets were offset by European consumers’ growing concerns of an escalating debt crisis, which battered confidence levels in Spain, Italy and France, according to the latest edition of the Nielsen Global Consumer Confidence Index ...
  • Shoppers battle heat for hot deals Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 10:19AMAcross Duncan, those looking for deals hunted and sorted through all types of items, rubbing elbows with the other “treasure-seekers” at dozens of garage sales during the 2011 World’s Largest Garage Sale & SummerFest.
  • Atlantis crew heads home Thursday Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 9:59AMThe 10 space travelers spent Sunday putting some final items in Raffaello, the Italian-made cargo canister that's the size of a bus. The compartment will be moved from the International Space Station back onto space shuttle Atlantis early Monday.
  • The life cycle of a coupon Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 5:07AMQuestion: "What happens to the coupons after I use them at the store? Where do they go?"
  • VIDEO: Extreme couponing latest trend for area shoppers Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 3:46AMIt is the latest "extreme" activity brought into homes by TV and is a sign of current economic times. It is extreme couponing, or the practice of using coupons to obtain goods for free or next to nothing.
  • Let the market season begin Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 3:00AMWhen Don Rogelio Villegas stacks colorful jars of green chiles and spicy salsa as he greets his friends and customers on the Mesilla Plaza, he's carrying on a family tradition that stretches back generations.
  • Judge orders report on dumps from U.S. EPA Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:12AMA federal judge has ordered the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to file an interim report on the progress of assessing the environmental impact of an alleged illegal dump site in Toto and other dump sites within a 3-mile radius of Ordot Dump by Aug. 24.
  • Abu Dhabi H1 consumer prices up 2.5% Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 1:11AMAbu Dhabi H1 consumer prices up 2.5%
  • Demand up, provisions down at food banks around Montana Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 11:25PMWhen the food truck rolled up to Pantry Partners Food Bank this month, it delivered nearly 30 percent fewer pounds to the Stevensville nonprofit.
  • How to avoid costly mistakes when hiring a mover Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 7:01PMHow to avoid costly mistakes when hiring a mover
  • Astronauts fix second failed computer on shuttle Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 6:44PMCAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — The pilots on NASA's last space shuttle flight fixed another one of their main computers Friday after it failed and set off an alarm that shattered their sleep.
  • Morrisons offers investors food for thought Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 6:34PMnews that high-street sales fell 0.6 per cent in June and a cautious outlook from Marks & Spencer fuelled investor concerns about retail investment this week.
  • Deerfield and Lincolnshire calendar - July 15 Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 5:11PMDeadline for items for the Community Calendar is noon Wednesday two weeks before desired publication date. Send information on fund-raisers, clubs, lectures, community events, reunions and support groups to Community Calendar, Pioneer Press, 3701 W. Lake Ave., Glenview IL 60026; fax it to (847) 486-7495; or e-mail it to jmolitor@pioneerlocal.com. There is no charge for ...
  • St. Tammany Parish Council adds waste transfer stations to zoning code Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 4:38PMThe St. Tammany Parish Council has created a new zoning classification related to the management of solid waste, four months after the parish's decision to permit a new waste transfer station in Lacombe without first holding a public hearing sparked...
  • Gaborone fourth cheapest African city for expats Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 4:37PMAn authoritative global survey has ranked Gaborone the fourth cheapest city in Africa for expatriates to live and work in, a result largely attributed to the Pula's competitive rating against the US dollar.
  • Wal-Mart to open 2 smaller grocery stores in Colorado Springs Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 3:22PMWal-Mart , which already has a dominant retail presence in the Pikes Peak region with nine supercenters and two Sam's Club wholesale stores, says it will open two of its smaller Wal-Mart Market grocery stores next year in Colorado Springs.The stores are the first...
  • A subcontinental souq Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 2:40PMLocated in the predominantly Indian suburb of Deira, Souq Al Wasl is nothing but an air-conditioned building with a rugged and faded blue façade.
  • Fitch Affirms South Ogden City (UT), Sales Tax Revenue Bonds at 'AA-'; Outlook Stable Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 2:24PMNEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fitch Ratings takes the following rating action on South Ogden City UT (the city) as part of its continuous surveillance effort: --$2.46 million sales tax revenue bonds, series 2004, affirmed at 'AA-'; At this time, Fitch also assigns an implied unlimited tax general obligation rating of 'AA-'. The Rating Outlook is Stable. RATING RATIONALE: --Pledged revenues cover ...
  • The Shrimp Shack Combines Operations With U-Haul Rentals Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 2:09PMMary Ann Bonawell, owner of The Shrimp Shack, located at 10288 Lankford Hwy., recently added U-Haul truck and trailer rentals to the gifts and discount goods store.
  • U.S. jobless claims, sales show recovery still weak Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 1:24PMWASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. economy will struggle to regain speed this year, data on Thursday suggested, as the number of Americans filing for first-time jobless benefits remained high and retail sales ...
  • Research and Markets: Product Insights: Global Product Innovation Update, June 2011 Reports on the Controversy ... Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 1:24PMDUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/4b1b0e/product_insights) has announced the addition of the "Product Insights: Global Product Innovation Update, June 2011" report to their offering. Introduction The Global Product Innovation Update is The monthly review of new products and innovations. Focusing on the food ...
  • WRAPUP 4-US jobless claims, sales show recovery still weak Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 1:22PM* Weekly jobless claims drop 22,000 * Retail sales gain 0.1 pct, rebound 0.3 pct ex-gasoline * Producer prices post largest decline in 1-1/2 years (Adds Reuters poll, JPMorgan, core PPI) WASHINGTON, July ...
  • Economy shows surprising muscle Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 1:15PMThe economy started the year with much more momentum than economists had thought, gross domestic product figures released yesterday indicate.Even with the February 22 Christchurch earthquake in the middle of it, GDP grew 0.8 per...
  • Tabor Tag Sale, Japanalia Mega Sale, West Hartford Days Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 1:15PMIf you brake for tag sales, don't miss the giant Tabor House tag sale in West Hartford today, Friday and Saturday. Merchandise includes household goods, toys and games, tools, small appliances, gardening gear, seasonal items, linens, handbags, luggage and more. The event is at the convent of the Sisters of St. Joseph at 27 Park Road, West Hartford. On Thursday, July 14, from 5 to 8 p.m ...
  • Astronauts getting time off in space, finally Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 12:55PMCAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — After a hectic week in orbit, the astronauts on NASA's last space shuttle flight got some time off Thursday to savor their historic experience. "This is one of the first day...
  • China accounts for 85% of fake goods seized in EU Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 12:30PMEuropean customs intercepted one billion euros worth of counterfeit goods last year, with 85 percent of the fakes originating from China, the European Commission said Thursday.
  • Society of St. Vincent de Paul to open store in Verona Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 12:26PMThe Society of St. Vincent de Paul will open a store in Verona in the former John Erickson Chevrolet building.
  • U.S. jobless claims fall, but retail sales timid Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 11:52AMWASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. economy will struggle to regain speed in the second half of the year, new data on Thursday suggested, as the number of Americans filing for first-time jobless benefits remained ...
  • WRAPUP 3-US jobless claims fall, but retail sales timid Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 11:44AM* Weekly jobless claims drop 22,000 * Retail sales gain 0.1 pct, rebound 0.3 pct ex-gasoline * Producer prices post largest decline in 1-1/2 years (Rewrites, adds details, new analyst quotes) WASHINGTON, ...
  • New Delhi most expensive Indian city for expats: Survey Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 8:39AMBangalore: New Delhi stood out as the most expensive Indian city according to a survey done by human resources consultancy Mercer, New Delhi is India's most expensive city for expatriates, followed by Mumbai and Bangalore.
  • The Hidden Reason Gold Stocks are Weaker than Gold and a New Discovery in Economic Theory Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 8:36AMIn 2008, a horrible financial and economic contraction occurred that destroyed asset values, bankrupted financial institutions, had devastating effects on real estate and sent the world banking system into a tailspin.
  • Alice.com Expands to Europe: Merger with Koto.com Launches Online Marketplace for Household Essentials Abroad Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 8:00AMAlice.com, an e-commerce platform and online marketplace for household essentials, today announced its merger with European company Koto.com, a Spanish company, expanding its groundbreaking direct-to-consumer online retail model to an international European audience.
  • At Research In Motion, great expectations. But not today Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 7:58AMI have faith in BlackBerry maker, but it must act fast
  • Safeway's summer food drive underway Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 7:37AMBeginning last week, 140 Safeway stores throughout Colorado, Wyoming, New Mexico and South Dakota and Nebraska launched a food drive to help feed the hungry during the summer months.
  • Dublin no longer the most expensive city to live in Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 7:17AMDublin has dropped down the list of the world's most expensive cities to live in, but it remains in the top 15 most expensive cities in the European Union, a new survey says.
  • BELLEVILLE: Museum to participate in yard sale Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 6:58AMThe Belleville Area Museum and Historical Society will take part in the City-Wide Yard Sale and will run Thursday, August 25, through Sunday, August 28. Hours will be: Thursday 10:30-5pm, Friday - Sunday, 9am-5pm.
  • Resisting revenge over the Bali Bombings Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 6:25AMA terrorism victim seeks to stop the cycle of violence
  • The Child Abuse Prevention Center Presents Its 10th Annual Charity Golf Classic, As Well As A New Website Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 6:14AMWith its momentum building, The Child Abuse Prevention Center has recently launched its new website, http://www.BrightFutures4kids.org . In addition, Orange County’s leading not-for-profit exclusively aimed at preventing child abuse, will host its 10th Annual Charity Golf Classic sponsored by Wells Fargo on August 15, 2011 at El Niguel County Club. (PRWeb July 13, 2011 ...
  • Census decision a slow-motion train wreck Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 6:13AMOur understanding of what is going on in the Canadian economy will grow steadily weaker
  • Bangkok moves up expat cost-of-living table Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 3:19PMBangkok has moved up sharply in a global survey of expat living costs but remains a better bargain than many Asian centres.
  • What The 'New Normal' Means For Americans Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 3:19PMWhat exactly does it mean to be living in an economy with 2 percent growth instead of 3 percent growth? We can look forward to an even higher unemployment rate, smaller incomes and increasing government budget issues. read more
  • Carbon tax could have united us all Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 3:06PMThe government's desire to cut carbon emissions didn't have to include wholesale wealth redistribution, writes Adam Creighton.
  • Planning Board continues Aldi Grocery Store vote to July 20 Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 3:05PMWEST SPRINGFIELD — Questions regarding the number of parking places, the effect of a new business on peak traffic congestion — even the classification of the proposed business — stymied Raymour and Flanigan West Springfield’s special permit application during the July 6 Planning Board meeting.
  • Picking the Perfect Retirement Tax Haven Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 2:11PMWhen choosing a retirement spot, consider whether the state is tax-friendly for you.
  • The ties that bind retail and property fortunes Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 2:03PMBack in the days when credit was cheap and easy and the housing bubble was expanding, when ministers declared with some confidence the abolition of boom and bust, retailers had plenty to worry about.