President Barack Obama will likely name a new chief economic adviser to replace Lawrence Summers later this week as his administration looks for more effective ways to reduce an unemployment rate that remains near 10%, the Asso…
The U.S. economy has strengthened, but not enough for the government to pare down its bond-buying program, according to the latest Fed minutes. In late 2010, investments rose and the job market improved — but the housing marke…
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick, still atoning for his role in an illegal dog-fighting ring, reportedly asked for $100,000 to address the Animal Friendly Association at Richard Stockton College. It’s completely un…
Among Tuesday’s best Web stories for investors: myths about China’s communist party, food stocks that could be poised to double this year, tips for making your own viral video and funny financial predictions for 2011.
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Oprah Winfrey’s cable TV network drew more than 1 million viewers on its debut over the weekend.
The new channel, Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN), launched at noon on New Year’s Day, The Wall Street Journal said. It replaced Discovery Health in about 80 …