Archive for February, 2008
« Previous EntriesTroubling Reports Drive Dow Down 300 Points
Friday, February 29th, 2008In the final trading session of the month, stock prices retreat and the Dow falls more than 300 points.
Oil Rises Over $103 A Barrel For First Time
Friday, February 29th, 2008Oil prices have spiked above $103 a barrel for the first time ever amid a weak U.S. dollar.
File Tax Return To Ensure Stimulus Check
Thursday, February 28th, 2008If you want to get a stimulus check from the U.S. government, you’d better file a tax return — even if you ordinarily wouldn’t have to.
Another Record High Reached By Oil
Thursday, February 28th, 2008Closing at a record $102.59 a barrel, crude oil future prices end sharply higher on the New York Mercantile Exchange.
Steer Clear Of Minivans With Hot Mom Autos
Thursday, February 28th, 2008Building a family doesn’t have to include the purchase of a minivan. Find out which cool vehicles some moms would choose instead of the typical van.
Economic Growth Skids To Near Halt
Thursday, February 28th, 2008President George W. Bush says the country is not headed into a recession despite grim new economic growth numbers.
Three Quarter Designs For D.C. Rejected
Thursday, February 28th, 2008Three District of Columbia quarter designs are rejected over the slogan “Taxation Without Representation.”
Can Identity Theft Protection Save You Time?
Thursday, February 28th, 2008Can identity theft protection save you time and money and keep your identity more secure?
EU Fines Microsoft Record $1.3 Billion
Wednesday, February 27th, 2008The European Union is fining Microsoft Corp. $1.3 billion for charging rivals too much for software information.
Decaf Skinny Mocha Latte? Not For 3 Hours
Wednesday, February 27th, 2008Starbucks’ nearly 7,100 U.S. stores will take part rolling closures across the country for barista training.
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