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Travelers Face Summer of Full Flights and High Fares

admin — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 04:00:26 +0000

Demand for business and leisure travel is expected to be stronger this summer, meaning passengers will be fighting for seats that were cut significantly in the recession.

For Some Homeowners in Foreclosure, a Rent-Free Approach

admin — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 04:00:25 +0000

Some overextended borrowers stop paying the mortgage and capitalize on the time that it takes to be evicted.

Job Outlook for Teenagers Worsens

admin — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 04:00:18 +0000

Stimulus money that helped cushion some government job programs last summer is running out, and private employers are reluctant to hire.

Turning Consumer Loyalty Into a Cellphone Game

admin — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 04:00:16 +0000

Using their cellphones, consumers can track their visits and purchases and earn rewards.

European Central Bank’s Report Issues Warning

admin — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 04:00:14 +0000

Borrowing costs could rise as European banks compete with governments in the bond market.

Chinese Edge Closer to Supercomputing Record

admin — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 04:00:09 +0000

The Dawning Nebulae computer has achieved a sustained speed of 1.27 petaflops — the equivalent of one thousand trillion mathematical operations a second.

Compromise Sought Over A.I.G. Unit

admin — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 04:00:08 +0000

Prudential remained locked in talks on Monday over its purchase of the American International Group’s huge Asian life insurance arm, a deal that could be in jeopardy, said people briefed on the negotiations.

E.C.B. Says Banks at Risk From Slower Growth

admin — Mon, 31 May 2010 22:00:06 +0000

Recent improvements in the health of European banks could be undercut by weak growth and the debt crisis, the European Central Bank said Monday.

When Companies Respond to Online Criticism With Lawsuits

admin — Mon, 31 May 2010 16:00:11 +0000

Lawyers say that a growing number of businesses are suing individuals for posting critical comments online.

Chinese Edge Toward Supercomputing Record

admin — Mon, 31 May 2010 16:00:09 +0000

A Chinese supercomputer has ranked as the world’s second fastest machine, surpassing European and Japanese systems.