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Dow closes at record, but below 15,000
The Dow Jones industrial average crossed 15,000 for the first time early Friday, and the Standard and Poor’s 500 index, a broader market measure, broke through 1,600.
US employers add 165K jobs, unemployment falls
U.S. employers added 165,000 jobs in April, and hiring was much stronger in the previous two months than first thought.
Last-minute Mother's Day gift ideas
Still searching for a gift for mom for Mother's Day? Don't worry. There is still time. Here are some great last-minute ideas.
Technology News
Casinos brace for impact of Internet gambling
With legal gambling now moving onto the Internet, the industry is bracing for the most far-reaching changes in its history.
Cambridge start-up creates $99 robot for kids
Sparki is a small, boxy robot that with a bit of programming know-how will even play a game of chase-the-flashlight-beam.
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Solid job gains in April ease fears about economy
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The U.S. economy showed last month why it remains the envy of industrialized nations: In the face of tax increases and federal spending cuts, employers added a solid 165,000 jobs in April -- and far more in February and March than anyone thought. ( 05/03/2013 7:32 PM )
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Retirement fund sues Lululemon over executive pay
WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) -- A retirement fund for police and firefighters in Florida is suing Lululemon Athletica Inc., taking issue with a decision by Lululemon's compensation committee to boost the maximum payout of the executive bonus plan just before a $60 million recall of yoga pants. ( 05/03/2013 7:31 PM )
Personal Finance
Financial planning tips for 40-somethings
These financial planning tips are meant to help 40-somethings find balance in their hectic lives of spending and debt.
What not to buy in May
Looking for bargains in May? Forget the TV, and step away from the lawn mower. Instead, enjoy a picnic on the patio. Here are a handful of things that will be on sale in May.
Technology
YouTube says the battle with TV is over
Google Executive Chairman Eric Schmidt declined to forecast that Internet video will displace television watching.
Bombings spur web domain rush
Following the Marathon bombings, the Internet savvy snapped up domain names related to the tragedy.
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As the Dow breaks 15,000, is it too late to buy?
NEW YORK (AP) -- Are stocks worth buying now? ( 05/03/2013 8:36 PM )
Greater Boston tops for old homes
Yes, we are the old home capital of the country. That's the the verdict from Trulia, which just released a national survey looking at American...
These are the worst new cars in the world
A few months ago, I was driving an Audi S4 wagon through beautiful South Africa. But those riches didn't last long. For two days, I strapped myself into seven terrible cars that were too unsafe and shoddy to ever......
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