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On This Day: Statue of Liberty Dedicated in New York Harbor

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 28 October 2009 6:00:00 EDT

On Oct. 28, 1886, the Statue of Liberty, a gift to the United States from the people of France, was officially unveiled to the public by President Grover Cleveland.

On This Day: Jim Morrison Dies

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 03 July 2009 6:00:00 EDT

On July 3, 1971, the Doors frontman was found dead in the bathtub of his Paris apartment. The “Lizard King” was 27.

Emerging Cities of Fashion: Istanbul

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 19 June 2009 8:00:00 EDT

Ottoman-inspired styles are popping up on runways in established fashion capitals around the globe. Istanbul has long been a source of textiles for the fashion world, but now the bi-continental city is becoming a hub of culture and design in its own right.

On This Day: England Defeats Scotland at Battle of Methven

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 19 June 2009 2:00:00 EDT

On June 19, 1306, English forces defeated new Scottish King Robert the Bruce, who went into exile but ultimately won the 28-year Scottish Wars of Independence.

Michigan Judges Can Ask Muslim Women to Remove Veils in Court

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 18 June 2009 19:30:00 EDT

The Michigan Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that judges may ask those testifying in court to remove niqabs, or Islamic facial veils, at their discretion. Where is the balance between religious rights and security?

Green-Backed Ventures Mean More Greenbacks

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 17 June 2009 19:30:00 EDT

The green energy sector is creating jobs and inspiring ecologically sound investment—and other companies to do likewise.

Canadian Politicos Avert Government Stalemate and New Election

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 17 June 2009 18:00:00 EDT

Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper and Liberal Party head Michael Ignatieff have reached an agreement to examine employment insurance reform, quieting fears of a summer election.

Palm Opts for Diplomacy Over Force in Dealing with Hackers

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 17 June 2009 14:30:00 EDT

Palm “politely” warned hacker group Pre Dev Wiki not to unlock functionality banned by provider Sprint. Does this mark a new era in hacker-tech company relations?

European Courts Differ in Internet Piracy Policy

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 16 June 2009 7:00:00 EDT

Internet piracy is having a serious economic impact in Europe, and the courts of various countries are on the front lines of the battle.

Weddings Get a New Sparkle

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 15 June 2009 19:30:00 EDT

While soon-to-be brides and grooms are trimming their budgets here and there, providers of recession-friendly wedding accoutrements are thriving.

Canada Brands Are Up

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 12 June 2009 19:30:00 EDT

Iconic Canadian brands have held strong during the recession, seeing expansion into America and partnership with U.S. companies. Part of the key to their success is making consumers relate to their brands.

Happy Birthday, Anne Frank, Holocaust Diarist

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 12 June 2009 6:30:00 EDT

Holocaust victim and diarist Anne Frank lived 15 years, yet her legacy has outlasted that length of time fourfold. In the book known in English as “Anne Frank: the Diary of a Young Girl,” her voice of optimism in the face of inner struggle and wartime turmoil continues to inspire millions.

Molson Retirees Complain About Unexpected “Last Call”

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 11 June 2009 19:00:00 EDT

In a bid to lower costs, Canadian brewer Molson is cutting back its monthly allocation of free beers for the company’s retirees.

Tech Sector Sees a Reboot

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 10 June 2009 20:00:00 EDT

Thanks in part to today’s tech-savvy youth, the electronics sector is powering forward.

Is the Recession Creating a Hipster Exodus?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 10 June 2009 7:33:49 EDT

Many of the young creative upstarts previously populating bohemian neighborhoods like Brooklyn’s Williamsburg are moving out because their parents can no longer support them.

Hotel Bombed in Peshawar, Pakistan

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 09 June 2009 20:30:00 EDT

Militants bombed the Pearl Continental Hotel in Peshawar, Pakistan. At least 11 people were killed and another 55 sustained injuries.

Macedonia’s Alexander the Great Statue Stokes Tensions

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 09 June 2009 7:00:00 EDT

Critics of Macedonia’s plan to construct a giant statue of Alexander the Great say it will foment the country’s existing tensions with its Albanian minority and with Greece.

Grocery Store Sales Remain Robust

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 08 June 2009 19:55:04 EDT

Grocery stores, from nationwide chains to local convenience stores, are reporting resilient sales figures. Whatever the economic conditions, people need to eat.

Fate of Sunken Treasure Stirs Controversy

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 05 June 2009 19:30:00 EDT

A U.S. diving company has vowed to contest a judge's suggestion that the treasure retrieved from a sunken Spanish ship be returned to Spain.

And Now for Something Completely Different: Emerging Markets

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 05 June 2009 19:00:00 EDT

Positive business and financial news of June 5, 2009: Emerging markets are poised to recover well from the recession.

Recession Leads to Plus-Size Fashion Emergency

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 05 June 2009 8:00:00 EDT

Sales of plus-size lines have decreased more sharply during the recession than other lines. Is it smart business to cut back on apparel worn by half of America’s women?

Burris’ Senate Colleagues Turn Their Back on Him—Literally

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 04 June 2009 20:00:00 EDT

Some five months after being appointed to the U.S. Senate by disgraced former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich, the new senator is failing to win friends and influence people.

At-Home, On-Command Entertainment Is a Recession Go-To

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 03 June 2009 20:00:00 EDT

TiVo and Netflix’s recent performance show how easy access plus affordability means success during the economic downturn.

The Videogame Sector Has Plenty of Lives Left, Say Analysts

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 01 June 2009 20:00:00 EDT

Although sales of videogames were sluggish during March and April, investors are voicing their confidence in the industry.

Was Dr. George Tiller’s Murder an Isolated Incident, or Latest Example of Long History of Anti-Abortion Violence?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 01 June 2009 19:30:00 EDT

This is the first slaying of an abortion provider since 1998, but clinics and doctors have experienced numerous violent incidents and threats over the years.

Schwarzenegger’s Bid to Slice California Welfare Is Among Many State Welfare Changes

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 01 June 2009 7:00:00 EDT

California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has proposed the elimination of CalWORKs, the state’s work-to-welfare program for the poorest of families. Other states are dealing with their own welfare crunches.

Minnesota Man’s Mullet Experiment Exposes Fashion Prejudice

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 28 May 2009 7:30:00 EDT

Jake Nyberg uses his 1980s hairstyle as a tool to reveal snobbery and raise money.

“Ate” Is Great: Homey Atmosphere, Affordable Prices Keep Restaurants Flush

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 27 May 2009 20:00:00 EDT

Thanks to deft management practices and affordable prices, some restaurant chains are weathering the recession well.

Music Remains Viable in a Digital World

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 27 May 2009 19:00:00 EDT

The music industry continues to struggle with creating a viable business model for online music. But recent sales figures suggest digital music holds promise for major labels and up-and-coming acts alike.

Producers Haven't Profited from Susan Boyle’s Online Success

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 26 May 2009 19:00:00 EDT

Susan Boyle has advanced to the finals of “Britain’s Got Talent,” airing Saturday in the UK. But show producers haven't received any revenue from online videos of her performances.

Happy Birthday, Lillian Moller Gilbreth, Engineer and Psychologist

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Sunday, 24 May 2009 5:00:00 EDT

Lillian Moller Gilbreth fought the social conventions of her time to become one of the first PhD-holding female engineers. She was also a psychologist and penned several books, including the groundbreaking industrial workplace relations work “The Psychology of Management.” In addition to her career, she raised 12 children, a story told in the children’s books “Cheaper by the Dozen” and “Belles on Their Toes.”

The Recession Can Make You a Better Person

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 20 May 2009 17:25:25 EDT

The recession has inspired positive holistic change in American society, and what might be bad for business may actually be good for people.

Credit Card Legislation to Reshape Customer Programs

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 20 May 2009 14:30:00 EDT

The U.S. Senate and House of Representatives have voted in favor of a bill that would curb interest rate and user fee hikes on credit cards. How will this affect credit card holders?

First Kuwaiti Women Are Elected to Parliament

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 19 May 2009 20:00:00 EDT

Four women were elected to the parliament of Kuwait, a mere four years after women were granted suffrage in the country.

More Analysts See “Sunlight” and “Green Shoots” in Financial Sector

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 18 May 2009 19:00:00 EDT

Observers keep saying the economy’s dreary days are coming to an end. Backing up those claims are strong regional bank numbers and Wall Street’s overall rally.

Tamil Tigers Plan to Surrender, Ending Sri Lanka's 25-Year War

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 18 May 2009 14:30:00 EDT

On Sunday, the Sri Lankan rebel group Tamil Tigers announced that they would "silence our guns." The notice effectively ends Sri Lanka's war of more than 25 years.

Will the Recession Be Free-Market Capitalism’s Downfall?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 15 May 2009 7:30:00 EDT

As the world struggles with gloomy economic conditions, some free-market proponents are re-examining their views. But are such crises of conscience anything new?

Civilians Caught in Pakistani Army-Taliban Crossfire

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 14 May 2009 19:00:00 EDT

Military convoys intended to enclose Taliban forces within the Swat Valley have effectively barricaded in civilians attempting to escape the fighting.

Eurovision Competition Delivers Music, Politics

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 14 May 2009 15:30:00 EDT

Before “American Idol,” before “[Country] Has Talent,” there was Eurovision. More than five decades after its inception, its frothy pop music and messy political backdrop live on.

Recession Has Serious Impact on Amish Way of Life

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 14 May 2009 7:00:00 EDT

The closure of factories, a prohibition on accepting unemployment benefits and lower prices for food are leading the tradition-steeped Amish to review their practices.

Media Sector Has Its Bright Spots

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 13 May 2009 19:00:00 EDT

Print media is certainly struggling to find its way at the moment. Yet despite the industry’s troubles, investors see promise within the segment.

(Silicon) Chips up for Tech and Telecommunications Sectors

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 11 May 2009 19:00:00 EDT

Tech and telecoms stocks continue to show recessionary steadfastness, with the latest good news coming from Virgin Mobile and Dish Network. Plus, Microsoft is launching its first-ever bond offering on the back of its top credit rating.

Recession Forces Later-Life Career Changes

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 11 May 2009 8:00:58 EDT

After being laid off from his factory job, 65-year-old Dorie Clark has started training as a police officer. He is one of many older Americans who must take on a new career to pay the bills.

Lehman Brothers’ Demise Hurts Public Entities, University Endowments

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 11 May 2009 7:30:00 EDT

Nearly eight months after the bankruptcy of long-time investment bank Lehman Brothers, its legacy is emerging in budget crunches across America.

April Economic Numbers Looking Better; Stabilization Equals Optimism

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 08 May 2009 19:00:00 EDT

Positive financial news to close out the week: the latest Labor Department data shows fewer first-time applicants for unemployment, retailers posted better-than-expected results for April and more economists are joining the optimism bandwagon.

Recession, Swine Flu Usher in More Internet Scams

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 08 May 2009 8:00:00 EDT

Cash-strapped scammers are increasingly turning to the Internet to take advantage of fears about the recession and panic over swine flu.

Econ Wonks and Top Financiers Agree: Economy is Improving

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 06 May 2009 19:00:00 EDT

Federal Reserve Chief Ben Bernanke; Janet Yellen, the head of the San Francisco Fed, and several chief executives—including new media darling JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon—agree: the economy is on track to recovery.

Al-Jazeera Accuses US Military of Proselytizing in Afghanistan

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 05 May 2009 17:00:00 EDT

Al-Jazeera has broadcast video of a sermon by a U.S. military chaplain stationed in Afghanistan, which some have interpreted as an attempt to convert local Muslims to Christianity.

Home Sales, Construction and Estee Lauder Get Their Financial Houses in Order

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 04 May 2009 18:30:00 EDT

The number of existing home sales went up in March, construction spending is improving and Estee Lauder’s recent quarterly report shows hope for luxury beauty products.

Souter: The Man, the Legacy, His Replacement

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 04 May 2009 17:30:00 EDT

Retiring Supreme Court Justice David H. Souter was appointed by conservatives, but actually voted “liberal” for much of his time on the High Court. What’s next for the justice and the ensuing vacancy?

8-Year-Old Saudi Girl's Marriage Legally Annulled

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 04 May 2009 7:20:00 EDT

A Saudi court nullified the arranged marriage of an 8-year-old girl to a 58-year-old man. The case, which has been in the news for several months, had angered international rights groups and many Saudis alike.

Happy Birthday, Ron Popeil, Entrepreneur and Infomercial Pitchman

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Sunday, 03 May 2009 6:30:00 EDT

“America’s Inventor,” and “Sultan of ‘Set It and Forget It’” are just two of the many titles bestowed upon entrepreneur Ron Popeil. Known to insomniacs across America as the mind behind such products as the Pocket Fisherman and the Showtime Rotisserie, his key role in the establishment of home shopping has ensconced him in the pop culture canon. Act now and read more.

Increase in Another Consumer Confidence Index; Manufacturing Activity up; Repair Shops Doing Well

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 01 May 2009 19:00:00 EDT

Among May’s first upbeat business stories: the Reuters/University of Michigan Consumer Confidence Index and the Institute for Supply Management’s manufacturing index both see growth; repair shops benefit from tightened budgets.

Consumer Spending Up; Dow Chemical, Procter & Gamble Beat Q1 Projections; China Stimulus Package Bolsters American Businesses

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 30 April 2009 19:00:00 EDT

The month of April closes out with promising U.S. consumer spending figures, better-than-expected performance from Procter & Gamble and Dow Chemical and hope for the global economy, courtesy of China’s stimulus package.

Qwest, General Dynamics and DreamWorks All Have Strong First Quarter

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 29 April 2009 19:00:00 EDT

April 29’s upbeat news from the financial world: Q1 numbers for telecom Qwest, defense contractor General Dynamics and film studio DreamWorks are looking positive.

US Supreme Court and Census Bureau Scrutinize Racial Gaps in Loans, Jobs

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 29 April 2009 18:00:00 EDT

U.S. Census data released Monday and two cases before the Supreme Court focus on perceived racial disparities in issuing high-interest loans, workers’ salaries and hiring decisions.

Ex-Con Helps Convicted Execs Navigate Prison Life

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 29 April 2009 6:40:00 EDT

Former private eye and paroled ex-con Larry Levine has made a business out of explaining the nuances of prison society to potential white-collar inmates.

Pfizer, Under Armour Beat Q1 Analyst Earnings Estimates; Another Confidence Index Is on the Rise

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 28 April 2009 19:30:00 EDT

Pharmaceutical company Pfizer and clothing label Under Armour outperformed Wall Street projections during the first three months of 2009. Meanwhile, the latest Conference Board confidence index shows the highest monthly jump in four years.

Impact of Swine Flu on Travel Should Be Less Than SARS, Verizon Q1 Numbers Beat Estimates; India Still Good Investment

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 27 April 2009 19:00:00 EDT

Bright spots in business April 27, 2009: An industry analyst says swine flu is not the next SARS, Verizon is the latest communications company to beat earnings projections and a private equity investor feels confident about investing in India’s emerging market economy.

Happy Birthday, Süleyman the Magnificent, Ottoman Sultan and Legislative Reformer

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 27 April 2009 6:20:33 EDT

Under the reign of Sultan Süleyman I, the Ottoman Empire became a political and military superpower. The Sultan was as deft with the pen as he with his sword: he overhauled Ottoman jurisprudence and his poetry remains celebrated to this day. He is known in the West as Süleyman the Magnificent and in the Islamic world as Süleyman the Lawgiver.

Chin Up in the Downswing: Ford Losses Not as Bad as Expected; Amazon, Microsoft and Netflix Show the Resilience of Tech and Online Companies

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 24 April 2009 19:00:00 EDT

Business news to feel good about this Friday: Ford is poised on the road to recovery. Meanwhile, Amazon and Microsoft post encouraging earnings and Netflix smashes analyst estimates.

Bills to Regulate Puppy Mills Face Backlash from Unexpected Sources

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 24 April 2009 18:00:00 EDT

The Indiana Department of Agriculture and the NRA have come out against Humane Society-backed legislation to regulate dog breeding in two states.

Great Inventions: Rayon

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 24 April 2009 14:30:00 EDT

19th-century manufacturers sought an artificial material with similar qualities as silk. The first fabric deemed suitable for the task was rayon, which in fact was originally known as “artificial silk.” In its more than 110 years in existence, rayon has gone on to make a statement on fashion runways, highways and operating tables.

Social Media Extends Beyond the Grave With Virtual Memorials

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 24 April 2009 7:00:00 EDT

A host of companies are offering online services to commemorate the passing of loved ones, providing an eternal connection between the deceased and his or her mourners.

Chin Up in the Downswing: Technology and Box Companies Pack Up the Profits

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 23 April 2009 19:00:00 EDT

Positive business news for April 23, 2009: Radio Shack and Apple post significant year-on-year Q1 profits and Packaging Corp. of America beat earnings estimates.

Geithner Says US Can Handle Economic Crisis; Investor Confidence and Wells Fargo Profits Are Up

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 22 April 2009 19:00:00 EDT

U.S. Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner says the economy is showing “some signs of stabilization”; institutional investors’ confidence is at a nine-month high and Wells Fargo announced a 53 percent increase in profits during Q1 2009.

Reports Suggest David Kellermann Is Latest High Profile CEO to Commit Suicide

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 22 April 2009 18:30:00 EDT

Kellermann, Freddie Mac acting CEO, was found dead in his home Wednesday morning. His death, still under investigation, is a suspected suicide.

Q1 2009 Numbers Look Good; Some Hope for Housing Sector; British Business Group Sees End to UK Recession

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 21 April 2009 18:45:00 EDT

Upbeat news from the business world on April 21: Q1 numbers are on track to beat analyst projections; gypsum wallboard maker USG shows signs of rebound, suggesting recovery in the construction sector; a British business group says the UK economy has bottomed out.

Soothsayer Korean Financial Blogger Acquitted

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 21 April 2009 14:24:14 EDT

Blogger Park Dae-sung was found not guilty on false information charges which came from his authoritative predictions about the national and global economy.

US Will Spend Millions to Save Hawaiian Crow from Extinction

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 21 April 2009 6:39:53 EDT

The alala, or Hawaiian crow, is one of the rarest birds in the world. The U.S. government plans to spend more than $14 million over the next five years to revive its population.

Bank of America, Medical Stocks Show Strength

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 20 April 2009 18:45:00 EDT

Encouraging business and financial news of April 20, 2009: Bank of America and pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly and Co. both posted growth in first-quarter net income. Meanwhile, heart-valve manufacturer ATS Medical is looking increasingly healthy.

Can the Saturn Be Saved?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 20 April 2009 6:40:53 EDT

Private equity firm Black Oak Partners has made a public bid to take over Saturn, the GM subsidiary established in the 1980s as the auto maker ideal.

Citigroup and GE Q1 Reports Beat Analyst Estimates; Another Index Reports Increase in Consumer Confidence

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 17 April 2009 19:00:00 EDT

Feel-good business and financial news of April 17, 2009: Citigroup and GE’s first-quarter reports surpass projections; the Reuters/University of Michigan preliminary consumer sentiment index shows shoppers are feeling better about the economy.

JPMorgan Chase, Regions Bank Enjoy Bump From Q1 Numbers; America Goes Back to the Movies

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 16 April 2009 17:30:00 EDT

Among today’s positive news from the business and financial world: JPMorgan Chase posts Q1 revenues of nearly 48 percent; Regions Financial expects Q1 profits and the movie theater segment is poised for continued strong performance.

JPMorgan Chase Profile Upped by Strong First-Quarter Results, Shareholder Letter

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 16 April 2009 14:00:13 EDT

JPMorgan Chase reported better-than-expected results for first-quarter 2009 on the back of insulating itself against toxic debt, a business practice highlighted in CEO Jamie Dimon's feted shareholder letter.

Happy Birthday, Pope Benedict XVI

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 16 April 2009 4:00:00 EDT

In 2005, Joseph Ratzinger was deemed worthy of succeeding Pope John Paul II, one of the longest-serving popes, who enjoyed immense popular appeal. Ratzinger, now Pope Benedict XVI, is the first German in 480 years to be chosen pope. Although his tenure has been somewhat clouded by controversy, the pope’s unwavering dedication to the Catholic faith is unquestionable.

On Both Sides of the Atlantic, Increased Confidence in Home Building, Home Buying and Lending Between Banks

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 15 April 2009 18:00:00 EDT

Positive financial and business headlines today include an uptick in U.S. homebuilders’ and U.K. surveyors’ numbers; there’s also cheaper money to be lent between banks, which means more consumer access to funds.

Underground Economy Leaves Tax Collectors Empty Handed

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 15 April 2009 15:00:53 EDT

The gray, or underground, economy is flourishing amid the recession as underemployed workers seek one-off jobs free of taxes.

Bernanke and Obama See Signs of Reviving Economy, Cancer Vaccine Developers’ Stock is Up

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 14 April 2009 17:15:00 EDT

In separate speeches, President Obama and Federal Reserve Chief Ben Bernanke point to indications of economic turnaround; good news about Dendreon’s cancer vaccine helped to pull up other pharmaceutical stocks.

JPMorgan Chase Shareholder Letter Burnishes Dimon’s Sparkle

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 14 April 2009 14:00:13 EDT

Some financial pundits are dubbing JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon “the next Warren Buffett” for his witty prose and acuity in assessing the financial crisis.

Chin Up in the Downswing: Ethics Pay Off; Education Sector IPOs Look Promising

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 13 April 2009 17:15:00 EDT

The Neuberger Berman Socially Responsive Fund is showing a strong cash flow, 99 companies get plaudits for ethical business practices and two education IPOs are set to launch this week.

Vermont Considering Laws to Prevent Prosecution for “Sexting”

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 13 April 2009 13:59:57 EDT

Vermont's state legislature is considering a bill that would exclude teenagers engaging in "sexting" from being tried under child pornography laws. Across the country, teens are being charged for allegedly sending suggestive photos of minors via cell phone.

On This Day: Napoleon Is Exiled to Elba

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Saturday, 11 April 2009 5:00:00 EDT

On April 11, 1814, an alliance of European nations signed a treaty that removed Napoleon Bonaparte from the French throne and banished him to the small Italian isle of Elba.

Chin Up in the Downswing: Wall Street Up for 5th Week in a Row: Obama, Economists See “Glimmers of Hope”

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 10 April 2009 17:30:00 EDT

Some upbeat business stories on April 10, 2009: Stocks were up for the fifth consecutive week; President Obama sees positive signs in the nation’s economy, as do economists, who project the recovery to begin in September.

Fiji Government Changeover Is Latest of Many

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 10 April 2009 12:29:53 EDT

As of Friday, Pacific Island nation Fiji has a new leader, but no constitution or courts, after President Iloilo deposed a military government installed by the country’s fourth coup in 20 years.

Chin Up in the Downswing: Wells Fargo Forecasts $3 Billion Q1 Profit; U.S. Revolving Debt, New Jobless Claims and Trade Deficit All Decrease

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 09 April 2009 17:15:00 EDT

Among today’s positive business and financial stories: bank Wells Fargo forecasts $3 billion in profits for Q1 2009, the Fed reports that Americans are cutting down on their revolving debt, new unemployment claims were down last week and the trade deficit narrowed to November 1999 levels.

Authorities Treat Those Accused of “Sexting” as Sex Offenders

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 09 April 2009 13:59:57 EDT

More schools and courts are considering criminal charges in response to an increase in cases where allegedly suggestive photos of minors are transmitted via cell phone.

Chin Up in the Downswing: Casual Dining and Housewares Doing Well; Recession Opportunities for MSF Grads, What’s Good About Scary Headlines

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 08 April 2009 17:15:00 EDT

Among today’s positive news headlines: Bed, Bath & Beyond and Ruby Tuesday shares boosted by better-than-expected numbers, financial master’s grads stand to benefit from current economic conditions and a financial company CEO points out the good news inherent in negative headlines.

Happy Birthday, Betty Ford, First Lady and Founder of Addiction Rehab Center

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 08 April 2009 2:00:00 EDT

Betty Ford has worn many hats throughout her lifetime: model, dancer, first lady, feminist, cancer and substance addiction survivor. Her candor in sharing her opinions and her flaws made her a role model for many. To this day, the nonagenarian continues to inspire those suffering from substance abuse.

Chin Up in the Downswing: Consumers More Confident, New York Fashion Keeps on Trend, AmEx Gets Upgraded

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 07 April 2009 17:15:00 EDT

Among today’s positive financial news headlines: one index shows a rise in consumer confidence; New York’s Madison Avenue gains new retail life; and AmEx’s stock gets upgraded from “sell” to “hold.”

Macedonian Presidential Election Winner Seeks to Quell Naming Dispute

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 07 April 2009 14:00:00 EDT

Gjorge Ivanov, the candidate from Macedonia's ruling party, won the country's presidential election by a landslide. Now on his agenda: ironing out the country's naming dispute with Greece.

Chin Up in the Downswing: Sallie Mae to Create 2,000 U.S. Jobs, Hiring Departments See Opportunity in Recession; Insurance CEO Spreads the Wealth to Employees

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 06 April 2009 17:15:00 EDT

Among today’s uplifting business and financial headlines: Sallie Mae plans to establish 2,000 new jobs across America; hiring departments are looking to hire talented applicants in advance of demand and a New Jersey insurance CEO pays each of his 400-plus employees $1,000.

Lenders Cut Credit for On-Time Payers

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 06 April 2009 14:59:52 EDT

Credit card customers with good credit and low balances are seeing their credit limits cut because they pay less in card maintenance fees.

Blagojevich, Brother, Allies Indicted on 19 Federal Charges

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 03 April 2009 14:30:00 EDT

Former Ill. Gov. Rod Blagojevich, along with his brother Rob and four of the politico’s former confidants, were indicted on multiple federal counts of fraud on Thursday.

Chin Up in the Downswing: Parallels to Great Depression Called Overblown, Topshop Opening Shows Retail Vitality, Chinese Manufacturing Rebounding

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 02 April 2009 17:15:00 EDT

The numbers indicate that this recession is nowhere nearly as dire as the 1930s, argues a Federal Reserve researcher. Topshop’s U.S. opening shows people are still excited about buying clothes and China’s manufacturing output is up for the first time in six months.

Talking to Kids about the Recession

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 02 April 2009 13:57:30 EDT

Maybe your three-year-old is wondering why Mommy or Daddy is home so much now. Or your recently tightened budget has forced you to ask your fourth grader to decide between summer camp and picking up a new musical instrument. Here are some ideas on how to put the recession in terms children can understand and in the process, make the whole family feel empowered.

Senate Banking Committee Greenlights Credit Card Reform

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 02 April 2009 12:38:32 EDT

By a one-vote margin, the Senate Banking Committee approved legislation that would curb some fee and interest hikes by credit card companies, and simplify gift card use.

Chin Up in the Downswing: Financial Stocks Push Wall Street Rally; Geithner Says Market Recovery Has Begun; Future Bright for Solar Energy

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 01 April 2009 18:30:00 EDT

Rebounds on the financial markets, both today and over the past month, capture the spotlight today. Also, a solar company shows strong numbers, suggesting opportunities in green energy.

America’s Energy Companies Gain Advantage with Dropping Oil Prices

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 01 April 2009 13:00:00 EDT

Declining oil prices around the world have given Western oil companies more leeway in negotiating with countries whose economies rely heavily on liquid gold.

Chin Up in the Downswing: Dow Ends March, Q1 2009 Like a Lamb; U.S. Consumer Confidence Nudges Up; Armani Stays on Top of Trends

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 31 March 2009 18:04:00 EDT

Traders and consumers ended March on a positive note, with the Dow showing a sharp uptick to close out the quarter and the Consumer Confidence Index up slightly. And, in a testament to the resiliency of retail, fashion house Armani is still flourishing.

Khmer Rouge Torturer Acknowledges Crimes in UN Genocide Trial

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 31 March 2009 15:00:00 EDT

Kaing Guak Eav, also known as Duch, admitted his role in the atrocities committed at the Khmer Rouge prison that he commanded; however, he and his lawyer said he was being scapegoated for others’ wrongdoing.

Chin Up in the Downswing: True Love Conquers All (or at Least This Recession)

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 30 March 2009 17:15:00 EDT

Americans are in the mood for love, as evidenced by recent strong sales in romance novels, online dating sites and chocolate.

Islamist-Leaning Party Prevails in Turkish Municipal Elections

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 30 March 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Despite criticism over handling of the economy and allegations of an anti-secular agenda, Turkey's ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) showed a solid win in Sunday's nationwide elections for city officials.

Happy Birthday, Maimonides, Jewish Philosopher and Theologian

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 30 March 2009 2:00:00 EDT

Maimonides’ ability to harmonize philosophies of the Greco-Roman, medieval Western, Jewish and Islamic civilizations in the context of his own religious beliefs has established the Jewish philosopher, theologian and physician as one of history’s preeminent thinkers. While spending much of his early life escaping persecution, Maimonides’ genius broke religious discriminatory barriers in his own time and beyond.

Chin Up in the Downswing: U.S. Consumer Spending Up, Best Buy Spurs Investor Confidence, Buffalo Wild Wings Suggests Casual Restaurants’ Resiliency

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 27 March 2009 18:15:00 EDT

Positive indicators that wrap up the week: American consumers slightly increased their spending in February and market observers see potential in Best Buy and Buffalo Wild Wings.

Is the Recession Making Us Fat?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 27 March 2009 14:00:00 EDT

More restrictive budgets are pushing Americans toward cheap comfort foods and lower-priced chain dining establishments. But are our tightened economic belts leading to expanded waistlines?

Red River Floods Threaten Fargo-Moorhead Area

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 27 March 2009 12:30:00 EDT

The Red River rose to 40.18 feet by early Friday, breaking a 112-year-old record and forcing evacuations.

Chin Up in the Downswing: Housewares Bank on Home Cooking, Window Maker Rehires Employees, Nasdaq Closes Up on 2008

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 26 March 2009 18:30:00 EDT

Among today’s positive financial and economic indicators: the housewares sector looks to build upon the home-entertainment trend; Andersen Windows hires back laid-off employees to keep up with demand; and the Nasdaq closed up on 2008 for the first time this year.

Would Forgiving Student Loans Boost the Economy?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 26 March 2009 10:30:24 EDT

As Wall Street gets billions in bailout money, people struggling to pay off student loans are wondering where their bailout is.

Chin Up in the Downswing: TiVo Stock Getting Good Reception, New Home Sales and Durable Goods Orders Show Improvement

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 25 March 2009 17:50:00 EDT

TiVo stocks performed well Wednesday on the back of its business partnership with Blockbuster. Commerce Dept. data show improvement in two benchmarks: durable goods orders and new home sales.

Chin Up in the Downswing: Home Prices Creep Back Up; Dollar General Sees Some Green; Economist Says Media Too Negative

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 24 March 2009 17:15:00 EDT

Figures from the Federal Housing Finance Agency show home prices recovering during January. Discount chain Dollar General is booming during the recession and a Chicago economist says the financial media is being needlessly negative.

Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars Decidedly Not for Kids

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 24 March 2009 11:15:16 EDT

Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars recently debuted on the Nintendo DS. Some say it’s fine entertainment for adults, yet others decry the violent video game’s appearance on a kid-friendly device.

Chin Up in the Downswing: Pre-Owned Home and Jewelry Sales Up, Some Stocks Hang Tough

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 23 March 2009 17:15:00 EDT

Sales of previously owned homes were up last month. Other rebounders include fourth-quarter profits at luxe jewelry brand Tiffany and stocks at e-commerce sites, cell phone companies and coffeehouses.

Naked Short Selling: Cause of Lehman’s End?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 20 March 2009 17:40:00 EDT

The SEC suggests that sales of Lehman Brothers stock that failed to deliver constitute naked short selling; others are skeptical.

Chin Up in the Downswing: Luxury Retailers Keep at It in Manhattan; H&M Expected to Post Positive Q1 Numbers; GM Moves Toward Efficiency

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 20 March 2009 17:15:00 EDT

Fashion retail, both high-end and budget-conscious, has shown positive developments in terms of expansion and first-quarter profit expectations. GM also said that current economic conditions have forced the company to up its efficiency.

Chin Up in the Downswing: Some Companies Bolster Perks; Opportunities for Green Energy, Agriculture

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 19 March 2009 17:15:00 EDT

To keep up spirits among remaining employees—and to keep them from leaving, some U.S. companies are offering low-cost fringe benefits. Green energy and agriculture are also showing some positive indicators.

"Macedonia" Naming Dispute Comes Back to Fore

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 19 March 2009 14:30:00 EDT

The ongoing debate between Greece and a former Yugoslav republic about who has the right to the name “Macedonia” heats up as the latter prepares for presidential elections.

Chin Up in the Downswing: A Veritable Buffet for Casual Restaurants, Home Buyers and Political Analysts

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 18 March 2009 17:15:48 EDT

If Darden Restaurants’ third-quarter earnings are any indication, Americans are still dining out—that is, when they’re not taking advantage of low mortgage rates and tax credits provided by the stimulus package. U.S. fiscal policy is also helping to boost job prospects for political analysts.

Macau Rejects Entry to Hong Kong Residents

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 18 March 2009 13:15:48 EDT

Macau and Hong Kong, joined by an hour-long ferry ride and similar colonial histories, now have a disconnect: Macau is preventing Hong Kong residents from visiting.

Chin Up in the Downswing: Unemployment Not as Dire as It Looks; Stimulus Packages Spur Infrastructure

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 17 March 2009 16:35:00 EDT

A Time magazine financial writer points out that today’s unemployment trends are nowhere as grim as those seen in the 1930s. Stimulus money, both at home and in China, are already helping to spur infrastructure spending.

Switzerland at Odds with Neighbors Over Banking Secrecy Laws

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 17 March 2009 10:30:30 EDT

German Minister of Finance Peer Steinbrueck is pressing for Switzerland to more decisively open its banking sector to scrutiny.

Chin Up in the Downswing: Dow, Commodities Bouncing Back; Aeropostale Flying High

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 16 March 2009 17:45:00 EDT

Wall Street is heading back up, thanks to bank stocks and confidence on the part of the Fed. Commodities are also lending an unexpected boost, and apparel retailer Aeropostale posted strong fourth-quarter numbers.

Facebook: Connect With Old Friends and Get Served Court Papers

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 16 March 2009 11:15:00 EDT

On Monday a New Zealand court approved the use of Facebook to issue a court summons.

Roundup of Fashion Week Fall 2009: Paris

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 16 March 2009 11:00:00 EDT

Paris Fall 2009 Fashion Week embraced the current recession by turning it on its head: ostentation, bright colors and pieces verging on the outlandish responded to the economic downturn by insulting it rather than granting it concessions. Other designers incorporated 1980s trends, such as wide shoulders and high-waisted pants, in the latest iteration of fashion’s usual 20-year cycle.

Chin Up in the Downswing: Stimulus Package Working, U.S. Trade Deficit Lessening, Markets May Be Heading Back Up

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 13 March 2009 18:15:00 EDT

Some positive economic indicators of the day: the stimulus package is working, says top economic official; the trade deficit is narrowing; and if recent trends are an indication, the S&P 500 is poised for a rebound.

Kenya’s Cell Phone Text-Messaging Program Is Potential Microfinance Tool

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 13 March 2009 16:30:00 EDT

Inspired by M-Pesa, a cell phone payment system used in Kenya, Txteagle plans to get unemployed Kenyans working on small tasks via text message.

Chin Up in the Downswing: Retail, Buffett and Virtual Startups Cash In

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 12 March 2009 17:15:00 EDT

U.S. retail sector's February figures outpaced analysts’ expectations, Buffett sees potential for domestic investment and a former venture capitalist sees flush funding for new “virtual world” sites.

Madoff Goes Directly to Jail

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 12 March 2009 13:45:00 EDT

Bernard Madoff pleaded guilty to 11 charges made in connection to his multi-billion dollar Ponzi scheme. He was sent directly to jail to await sentencing.

Lay Catholics Seek More Church Oversight in Connecticut

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 12 March 2009 13:03:49 EDT

Concerned by flagging parish finances, Connecticut Catholics asked the state to intervene in church administration, but the bill died in committee.

Site Spotlight: Kuku Klok

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 12 March 2009 8:15:00 EDT

Kuku Klok is a free online alarm clock, offering a choice of four rings to get you up and at ’em, even if your Internet connection goes dead.

Madoff Rebuffs Plea Deal, Refuses to Admit to Conspiracy

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 11 March 2009 19:13:04 EDT

Bernard Madoff rejected prosecutors’ demands to accept a conspiracy plea, which would have forced him to name anyone who helped him in his alleged $50 billion Ponzi scheme.

Chin Up in the Downswing: Buckle, American Public Education, Short Selling Uptick Rule

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 11 March 2009 17:00:00 EDT

Among the latest positive financial headlines: clothing retailer Buckle and online education company American Public Education had positive numbers for Q4. Financial markets may get a boost if the uptick rule on short selling is reinstated.

Hitachi Will Plead Guilty in LCD Price-Fixing Case

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 11 March 2009 12:30:00 EDT

Japanese technology manufacturer Hitachi has agreed to plead guilty to fixing prices on LCD screens sold to Dell for computer monitors.

Online Masquerade as Dead Sea Scrolls Scholar Leads to Criminal Charges

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 11 March 2009 9:00:56 EDT

The son of a famous Dead Sea scroll scholar has been arrested for posing online as his father’s academic rivals; it’s the latest in a string of Internet impersonations.

Happy Birthday, Rupert Murdoch, Media Mogul

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 11 March 2009 6:45:00 EDT

Rupert Murdoch and his conglomerate News Corporation own divisions in every form of today’s media: book publishing, newspapers, television and the online social networking venture MySpace. Whether fan or detractor, few can dispute the power that Murdoch holds in the industry.

Chin Up in the Downswing

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 10 March 2009 16:30:00 EDT

During the deepest recession since the Great Depression, points of economic hope remain. FindingDulcinea has launched a column featuring positive economic and financial indicators.

Arrest of Thai Web Journalist Marks Latest Clampdown on Press Freedoms

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 09 March 2009 12:43:40 EDT

The founder of an independent Thai news Web site has been accused of allowing the site to host comments insulting to the king, a violation of Thai law.

Iceland Combats Financial Crisis with Arts and Crafts

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Sunday, 08 March 2009 10:00:00 EDT

In the face of a major economic downturn, Icelanders turn to their crafty sides and create homemade goods both to sell and use for themselves.

Ruth Madoff and Patti Blagojevich: Modern-Day Lady Macbeths?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 06 March 2009 13:25:20 EST

Pundits have compared both Ruth Madoff and Patti Blagojevich with Shakespeare’s scheming Scots noblewoman.

Western Interest in Islamic Finance Increasing

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 05 March 2009 13:15:00 EST

Amid the economic downturn, the principles of Islamic finance are getting more attention from several quarters, including the Catholic Church.

Dubai Investment CEO Says Barneys Not for Sale

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 04 March 2009 12:31:00 EST

The CEO of Dubai government investment wing Istithmar has denied rumors that luxury department store Barneys New York is for sale.

Italian Government Offers Boost to Fashion Industry

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 04 March 2009 11:15:17 EST

Italian Minister of Economic Development Claudio Scajola has vowed to put “interventions” in place by mid-March to boost the country’s iconic but flagging fashion industry.

What Does the Latest Federal Bailout Mean for AIG?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 03 March 2009 7:30:00 EST

In exchange for a $30 billion bailout, AIG agreed to hand over control of two of its divisions to the U.S. government. The agreement marks the company's third federal bailout in five months.

Latest Government Aid to Citigroup: What Does it Mean?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 27 February 2009 18:30:00 EST

After the federal government raised its stake in Citigroup, the institution announced that it’s converting much of its preferred stock to common equity.

eBay Victorious Over Rolex in Latest Counterfeiting Lawsuit

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 27 February 2009 11:25:05 EST

Online auction giant eBay won a lawsuit in Germany in a case brought by Rolex Group about counterfeit watches sold by third parties on the auction site.

New-Media Blunders Stress Need for Fact-Checking

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 26 February 2009 14:03:00 EST

Fact-checking is sometimes overlooked in the rush to report news first. But recent mistakes made more prominent by online word-of-mouth show the importance of accuracy.

Microsoft’s Severance Overpayment Fiasco Illustrates Need for Corporate Compassion

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 25 February 2009 16:16:34 EST

Microsoft recanted on a letter asking some recently laid-off employees to pay back the accidental extra severance pay they received. The situation recalls similar corporate blunders.

Economic Blues Could Lead to the End of Blue Laws

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 25 February 2009 11:28:28 EST

Amid the recession, laws banning Sunday business hours and alcohol sales have been criticized as being outdated and a deterrent to potential revenue.

Roundup of Fashion Week Fall 2009: New York

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 24 February 2009 10:45:00 EST

The Fall 2009 edition of New York Fashion Week, held February 13–20, was devoid of much of the glamour and over-the-top merriment that usually accompanies this semi-annual event. But, by displaying the same spirit of ingenuity that gave prominence to American sportswear—and, in effect, secured a place for American fashion itself—amid the postwar economy of the 1950s, Fall 2009 Fashion Week inspired trends both budget-conscious and functional.

Seemingly Silly Outbursts of Frustration Lead to Criminal Charges

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 24 February 2009 9:03:00 EST

Whether smashing keyboards, shooting at TVs or even sinking yachts, some people seem to find increasingly destructive ways to vent their frustrations.

Is UBS’s Tax Investigation the Death Knell for Swiss Banking Secrecy?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 20 February 2009 15:00:29 EST

The IRS slapped UBS with a lawsuit accusing the Swiss bank of abetting as many as 52,000 U.S. taxpayers in tax evasion. Is this the end of Swiss banking’s trademark opacity?

Report Shows Flaws in America’s Crime Labs

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 20 February 2009 9:01:00 EST

According to a study released by the National Academy of Sciences, most crime-lab evidence is not dependable enough to allow in court.

Skype Reaches Deal to Have Its Software Preloaded on Nokia Phones

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 18 February 2009 12:50:26 EST

In its latest move into mobile telephony, Skype has an agreement with Nokia to have its VoIP software come preinstalled on Nokia’s higher-end models. What does this mean for either end of the deal?

How Will the Stimulus Bill Help You?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 18 February 2009 10:32:24 EST

With tax season upon us, many Americans wonder how the new bill will affect their wallets.

Affidavit Puts Burris’ Senate Appointment Back Under Fire

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 17 February 2009 11:27:03 EST

Less than two months into his Senate term, Sen. Roland Burris is under fire for apparent discrepancies in his testimony about his connections to Rod Blagojevich.

Bosnian Council’s Decision to Teach Islam in Schools Recalls Ethnic Rifts

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 17 February 2009 10:32:00 EST

A move to allow Islamic education in Sarajevo’s preschools raises concerns that the sectarian tensions of the 1990s could be reignited.

Recession Making Even Undesirable Jobs Attractive

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 17 February 2009 9:05:54 EST

The British Antarctic Survey is hiring in exchange for a good salary. The catch? The jobs are at the bottom of the planet.

What Does the Final Stimulus Bill Contain?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 13 February 2009 17:30:00 EST

The House of Representatives passed a version of the stimulus bill retooled by a joint Senate-House committee on Friday. But on what is the $789.2 billion package being spent?

Indian Women Launch Valentine’s Day Panty Raid on Hindu Hardliners

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 12 February 2009 12:33:47 EST

An Indian women’s group is protesting a militant ultranationalist Hindu group’s efforts to squelch Valentine’s Day by asking supporters to mail pink panties to the hardliners’ leader.

China Cracking Down on Organ Transplants for Tourists

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 12 February 2009 10:56:06 EST

China’s Ministry of Health said Tuesday that foreigners visiting the country will not be allowed to receive organ transplants, a practice that is drawing scrutiny worldwide.

Woman Invokes UK's New Forced Marriage Law

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 11 February 2009 10:59:40 EST

A 22-year-old woman in Britain of Pakistani descent is using the newly promulgated Forced Marriage (Civil Protection) Act to avoid having to marry her father's relative.

Report Shows Women in Abusive Relationships Most at Risk When Breaking Up

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 10 February 2009 15:03:18 EST

Breakups with an abusive partner are an especially dangerous time for domestic violence victims, according to a new report.

Senate Passes Stimulus Bill; Details Still to Be Settled

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 10 February 2009 13:51:00 EST

The Senate passed the $838 billion stimulus package Tuesday in a 61-37 vote. Members of the House and Senate will meet to hash out the package’s final details.

Satire Enjoys Renaissance Amid Economic and Political Adversity

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 10 February 2009 10:30:08 EST

Humor is taking center stage as an outlet to deal with stress during this latest recession.

Parking Ticket Scam Reminds That Identity Theft Is Still a Threat

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Sunday, 08 February 2009 8:01:00 EST

A recent scheme involving fake parking tickets that instructed victims to go to a malware-installing Web site reinforces the need for online security vigilance.

Indian Ocean Pinpointed as Cause of Australia’s Drought

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 06 February 2009 7:28:00 EST

A team of researchers found evidence that a drought in Australia is due to a climate pattern known as the Indian Ocean Dipole.

Journalist’s Murder Makes Somalia Latest Battleground in Global War on Press

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 05 February 2009 14:54:14 EST

Said Tahlil Ahmed was shot and killed in Mogadishu by assassins who have threatened to kill others, according to witnesses.

Valentine’s Day Under Attack by Religious Hardliners Worldwide

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 04 February 2009 14:15:47 EST

A militant ultranationalist Hindu group in India vows to assault any couple seen celebrating Valentine’s Day. Groups in other localities have also cracked down on the Western holiday.

J. Crew’s Uptick: The “Obama Factor” or Recession-Conscious Fashion?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 04 February 2009 13:03:00 EST

Days after the Obama girls wore J. Crew coats during the presidential inauguration, the retailer rose in both fashion and financial stock.

France, Too, Launches Economic Stimulus Package

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 03 February 2009 12:33:00 EST

Prime Minister François Fillon announced a $31.1 billion stimulus package, making France the latest country to adopt fiscal policy akin to America’s Depression-era “New Deal.”

Beating Illustrates Hostile Environment for Italy’s Immigrants

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 03 February 2009 12:02:00 EST

The beating and burning of an unemployed Indian laborer in a Rome suburb has provoked a debate about the treatment of immigrants in Italy and the government’s response.

With Nation on the Brink, Will Congress Turn to Politics as Usual?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 03 February 2009 11:30:00 EST

The stimulus package, approved in the House last week, goes on to the Senate floor this week. But will add-ons and pork hold up its passage—and America’s economic rebound?

Recession Hits New York Fashion Week Runways

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 03 February 2009 7:28:12 EST

The current economic crisis has brought fashion mainstays such as Betsey Johnson and Vera Wang to opt out of having full shows during this February’s New York Fashion Week.

Job Cuts Have Not Helped Companies’ Stock Prices

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 02 February 2009 9:00:00 EST

Layoffs are often the go-to for corporations looking to shore up their share prices. But in this recession, that has not been the case. What can companies do to keep their stock prices high?

Will the TARP Oversight Report Change Anything?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 30 January 2009 14:00:00 EST

The Congressional Oversight Panel released a report Thursday detailing regulatory slip-ups leading to the current recession. What action, if any, will the Obama administration take?

Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich Removed From Office

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 29 January 2009 18:26:04 EST

The Ill. state Senate voted unanimously to remove Blagojevich from office, forever banning him from politics in the state. Lt. Gov. Pat Quinn is to assume his seat.

What’s Really in the $819 Billion Stimulus Plan?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 29 January 2009 17:10:21 EST

In an almost completely partisan vote, the House of Representatives voted to push through an $819 billion stimulus bill that now heads to the Senate. But what exactly is in it?

Dubai’s Possible Sale of Barneys Reflects Reduced Oil Wealth, Retail Slump

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 29 January 2009 13:02:43 EST

Dubai governmental investment wing Istithmar is considering selling Barneys New York, less than two years after acquiring the high-end department store to diversify its portfolio.

Korean Financial Blogger Case Highlights Press Freedoms, Behavioral Economics

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 29 January 2009 8:54:14 EST

A financial blogger’s accurate predictions of the economy’s slide has landed him in a South Korean prison, after the government blamed a $2 billion loss on him.

Artists Squat in Posh London Buildings

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 23 January 2009 15:02:14 EST

A group of 20 artists has taken stead in two mansions on London’s Park Lane thought to be owned by the Duke of Westminster. UK law is on their side; what is the case in America?

In Struggling Economy, More People Say, “Let Us Eat Pasta!”

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 23 January 2009 12:02:33 EST

Pastas, packaged soups and prepared dinners are making their way back to American dinner tables as consumers turn away from low-carb diets and toward budget-friendly meals.

As More Ponzi Scheme Scandals Break, How Can You Protect Your Investment?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 22 January 2009 13:59:00 EST

Weeks after the Madoff fiasco, the SEC is accusing a Texas man of operating a Ponzi scheme. What are the signs that a hedge fund could be a scam?

Recession Woes Taking Deadly Toll on Some Financiers

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 22 January 2009 12:03:00 EST

The suicides of Irish developer Patrick Rocca and other high-profile businessmen show how the global recession can be particularly devastating to some type-A personalities.

Markets Go Into Post-Obama Inauguration Swoon

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 20 January 2009 16:58:00 EST

After a short trading pause, the Dow dropped 332.13 points, closing unofficially at 7,949.09. History shows that we should expect to see market volatility during a presidency's early days.

Taiwan’s Retail Sector Stimulus Plan: Give Consumers Spending Money

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 20 January 2009 14:15:00 EST

Taiwan’s economic stimulus plan gives residents shopping vouchers. It’s the latest effort by a country to try to get money flowing through its economy.

Stimulus Plan for States: How Will Cities Benefit?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 19 January 2009 15:01:33 EST

City officials across America are heralding the $825 billion congressional stimulus plan for state governments, yet are skeptical that the money will funnel to municipal governments.

“BerkShares” Currency Helps Keep Up Local Western Mass. Economy

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 19 January 2009 9:45:00 EST

Banks in Western Massachusetts’ Berkshires region are helping gear money toward local businesses by way of BerkShares, a currency that offers customers 10 percent off purchases.

Circuit City Goes Into Liquidation

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 16 January 2009 16:15:00 EST

Electronics retailer Circuit City announced Friday that it is going into liquidation after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in November. Some 30,000 employees stand to lose their jobs.

Flight 1549 Third US Airways Plane to Crash in NY in 20 Years

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 16 January 2009 10:28:00 EST

US Airways flight 1549 crash-landed into the Hudson River Thursday, marking the airline’s third crash of a flight originating from New York’s La Guardia Airport.

Looking Back at How Citigroup Got to Where It Is

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 16 January 2009 9:01:00 EST

Citigroup’s sale of brokerage unit Smith Barney to Morgan Stanley in a bid to shore up capital raises the question: is bigger really better?

US Airways Flight Crashes Into New York’s Hudson River

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 15 January 2009 17:08:00 EST

US Airways Flight 1549, leaving New York’s LaGuardia Airport for Charlotte, N.C., crashed in the Hudson River Thursday afternoon. Five crew members and 146 people were on board.

St. Paul and Baltimore Rally US Cities Against Questionable Mortgage Lenders

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 15 January 2009 13:02:26 EST

St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman is urging other cities to join a litigation group against mortgage lenders deemed to have used dubious criteria for loan issuance.

German Discount Chain Aldi Uses Recession to Expand on Wal-Mart’s Turf

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 15 January 2009 11:03:10 EST

The German-owned grocery chain plans to expand its U.S. operations rapidly and grab market share from Wal-Mart. But its ownership and ubiquity has earned it some enemies.

Apple CEO Steve Jobs to Take 6-Month Medical Leave

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 14 January 2009 17:46:31 EST

Jobs announced in a companywide e-mail Wednesday that he is taking medical leave through late June. Apple COO Tim Cook will assume oversight of daily operations in the interim.

Cultural Clash Comes to Fore in “Teen Bride Sold for Beer” Case in California

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 14 January 2009 13:58:47 EST

The story of an immigrant from rural Mexico selling his teenage daughter into marriage for cash, beer and meat has brought to light the travails in assimilation into American culture.

Is Gay Bishop’s Inaugural Role A Voice of Balance?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 13 January 2009 11:27:03 EST

Was Obama’s tapping of Gene Robinson, the openly gay bishop of the Episcopal Church in New Hampshire, to mollify gays over evangelical pastor Rick Warren’s role?

Burris Approved to Fill Obama’s Senate Seat

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 12 January 2009 17:17:03 EST

Former Ill. Attorney General Roland W. Burris, the Senate appointee of embattled Ill. Gov. Rod Blagojevich, has been greenlighted by Senate lawyers to assume the seat Obama vacated.

Factory Explosion Reported in Boston Suburb

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 12 January 2009 13:25:06 EST

The Wollaston Alloys factory in Braintree, Mass., was evacuated following an explosion occurring shortly before noon EST Monday. So far no serious injuries have been reported.

Arrests Skyrocket in Alleged Turkish Ultranationalist Terrorist Ring

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 12 January 2009 12:35:00 EST

More than 100 people in Turkey have now been arrested in connection with an alleged plot to overthrow the country’s Islamist-leaning government.

Ireland’s Economic Losses May Mean Poland’s Gain

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 12 January 2009 8:57:15 EST

For years, Ireland was the destination for foreign investment. Now Ireland is losing ground to an emerging market: Poland.

Will Obama’s Inauguration Boost the Markets?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 12 January 2009 7:24:00 EST

At least one CEO believes the Dow will get an Obama bump. But history shows that we should expect to see market volatility during the early days of his presidency.

Illinois State House Impeaches Gov. Blagojevich

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 09 January 2009 12:26:04 EST

The state House of Representatives voted nearly unanimously to impeach Gov. Rod Blagojevich, who is facing federal charges for allegedly trying to sell Barack Obama’s Senate seat.

Boon or Bust? Sizing Up the Euro at Age 10

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 09 January 2009 7:25:16 EST

The euro turned 10 years old on Jan. 1. How has the regional currency fared in its first decade, and what’s next for the European Union’s tool of trade?

Björk Starts Venture Capital Fund, Aims to Save Iceland

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 05 January 2009 17:33:26 EST

The eccentric Icelandic singer and actress Björk is turning to finance in a bid to rescue her homeland’s tattered economy and preserve its environment.

Franken Narrowly Wins Recount, But Lawsuits Loom

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 05 January 2009 11:25:06 EST

Democratic candidate Al Franken’s slim lead over incumbent Norm Coleman for Minnesota’s open Senate seat could be negated by lawsuits over rejected absentee ballots.

Midwestern States Team Up to Deal with High Rock Salt Prices

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 02 January 2009 10:29:00 EST

Steep increases in the traditional de-icer has sparked talk of a Midwestern regional rock salt-buying bloc. Meanwhile local and state governments are researching alternatives to keep roads ice-free.

Women's Quran Greenlighted by Religious Authority

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 31 December 2008 7:02:04 EST

Cairo's Al-Azhar University, considered Sunni Islam's top arbiter of doctrinal interpretation, has okayed its first interpretation of Islam's chief sacred text by a woman.

Penny-Pinchers Go Preppy in Economic Downturn

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 26 December 2008 16:28:00 EST

Clothing labels associated with classic styles have been grabbing market share as thrifty consumers focus on timeless pieces with longevity.

Girl Scouts Reach Out to Today’s Girls

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 25 December 2008 15:15:00 EST

With revamped badge programs and career seminars, the Girl Scouts is carving a role for itself in 21st century America.

American Media Remains Popular Overseas, Though the United States Does Not

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 25 December 2008 13:02:54 EST

Though mainstream American movies and television shows continue to entertain audiences overseas, State Department media initiatives have failed to connect.

Help for Spending the Holiday Season Alone

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 24 December 2008 12:01:59 EST

Going solo for the holidays? Though you may be by yourself, you’re not alone.

Shoes Thrown at Bush Launch Latest Political Fashion Trend

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 24 December 2008 11:35:08 EST

The now-infamous shoes hurled at President Bush by an Iraqi journalist have put their Turkish manufacturer into the forefront of Middle Eastern fashion. It’s not the first trend launched by politics.

Andorra Opens Up, Giving New Dimension to Global Recession

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 23 December 2008 14:53:13 EST

With two of its main income sources—tax sheltering and skiing—on the decline, the tiny European nation is lessening its barriers to foreign investment to boost the economy.

Banks Don’t Want Public Looking Underneath the TARP

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 23 December 2008 10:29:11 EST

Banks tapping into the $700 billion TARP have been less than eager to disclose how they are spending their federal bailout funds.

Saudi Judge Says Girl Must Wait Until Puberty to Get Divorced

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 22 December 2008 14:58:28 EST

An eight-year-old Saudi girl betrothed to a man 50 years her elder has not been granted a divorce on the grounds that she has not reached puberty.

The 13 Women of New Hampshire's State Senate: The First Female-Majority State Legislature in the Nation

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 18 December 2008 11:39:19 EST

After the 2008 election, New Hampshire became the first state with a female-majority legislative house. Thirteen members of the 24-seat chamber are women.

Illinois State Supreme Court Rejects Bid to Sack Blagojevich

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 17 December 2008 19:52:04 EST

Illinois’ highest court declined state Attorney General Lisa Madigan’s request to invoke Rule 382, which would have had embattled Gov. Rod Blagojevich ousted from office.

Is the Fed’s Record-Low Interest Rate Cut the Answer?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 17 December 2008 16:15:00 EST

The Federal Reserve made an unprecedented move by lowering the benchmark federal funds interest rate to between 0 and 0.25 percent. But is it enough to revive spending?

Madoff Fraud Could Scare Foreign Investors Away From US

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 17 December 2008 11:04:42 EST

One possible reason the U.S. government bailed out AIG was to keep up confidence in American government bonds. But will the Madoff scandal erode that trust?

Fannie Mae Nearing Plan to Keep Renters in Their Homes

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 16 December 2008 11:27:29 EST

Mortgage giant Fannie Mae announced Monday that it is in the final stages of a plan to allow renters to continue living in properties that are in danger of foreclosure.

Hasbro Lawsuit Against Scrabulous D-R-O-P-P-E-D

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 16 December 2008 10:53:35 EST

Hasbro is dropping its lawsuit against the creators of the Scrabble copycat Scrabulous, which was especially popular on Facebook. So what’s next for the game and its fans?

Bangladeshi Woman’s Legal Victory Step Forward Against Forced Marriage

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 16 December 2008 10:30:40 EST

A Bangladesh court called for the release of London doctor Humayra Abedin, who had allegedly been held captive by her parents to get her married to a Muslim man.

Philanthropic Organizations Vanish in Wake of Madoff Scandal

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 15 December 2008 15:57:30 EST

Several charities across the country have seen their funds obliterated as part of the fallout from the alleged Madoff Securities $50 billion Ponzi scheme.

Illinois House Speaker Starts Impeachment Proceedings Against Blagojevich

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 15 December 2008 14:22:04 EST

Ill. House Speaker Michael Madigan, D-Chicago, announced Monday the creation of a special committee to determine whether Gov. Rod Blagojevich should be impeached.

Madoff: Some Saw It Coming. What Happens Now?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 15 December 2008 7:24:04 EST

Bernard L. Madoff is facing a fraud charge for an alleged $50 billion Ponzi scheme at his investment firm. Skeptics are unfazed and investors are showing restrained panic.

New York Lawyer Charged With Defrauding Hedge Funds Out of $380 Million

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 12 December 2008 14:27:08 EST

Marc Dreier, a veteran attorney who has represented celebrities, is facing charges for allegedly defrauding “very sophisticated investors.”

Illinois Attorney General Asks Supreme Court to Oust Blagojevich

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 12 December 2008 12:52:04 EST

Ill. Attorney General Lisa Madigan has filed a motion with the state’s Supreme Court asking the justices to declare disgraced Gov. Rod Blagojevich unfit for office.

Chicago Factory Workers Reach Agreement, End Sit-in

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 11 December 2008 11:28:00 EST

Former employees of the shuttered Republic Windows & Doors factory ended their six-day standoff after a $1.75 million settlement to cover severance and vacation pay.

Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. Implicated in Blagojevich Senate-Sale Scandal

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 10 December 2008 17:41:04 EST

Jackson has been confirmed by his attorney as being “Senate Candidate 5,” the person whose team was allegedly willing to pay for Obama’s vacant Senate seat.

Whole Foods Gearing Up for Suit Against FTC

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 10 December 2008 15:30:43 EST

Whole Foods filed a lawsuit against the Federal Trade Commission this week, in the latest legal battle between the grocery store and regulator.

Bank of America Steps Into Chicago Factory Sit-in With “Limited Amount” of Credit

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 10 December 2008 13:24:00 EST

After steep criticism, Bank of America, the creditor to now-shuttered Republic Windows & Doors factory, has said it would grant the company a bit of credit.

Factory Closure Leads to Worker Sit-in, Calls for Bank of America Boycott

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 09 December 2008 17:28:00 EST

Former employees of the shuttered Republic Windows & Doors factory are in day five of a sit-in after the company would not grant them severance and vacation pay.

Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich Accused of Attempt to Sell Obama’s Senate Seat

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 09 December 2008 13:31:04 EST

Blagojevich, long dogged by corruption allegations, was detained at his Chicago home and charged with conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud and bribery solicitation.

Australian Politicians’ Bad Behavior Leads to Push for Breathalyzer Tests

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 09 December 2008 7:29:33 EST

Parliament holiday party excess has spurred some politicians in the country to call for random breathalyzer checks before legislative sessions.

Military Jet Crashes in San Diego Neighborhood

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 08 December 2008 16:37:48 EST

An F-18 supersonic jet smashed into the University City neighborhood in San Diego just before noon PST Monday. Four residents were killed.

Protesters Expose Security Weaknesses at London Airport

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 08 December 2008 11:48:59 EST

Demonstrators from an environmental group took over a runway at Stansted Airport Monday, leading to arrests and the cancellation of dozens of flights.

Dollar-a-Year Salaries: Cost-Cutting Measure or PR Stunt?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 05 December 2008 10:26:43 EST

The Big Three automakers’ CEOs could be the latest to take $1 annual salaries. But what does the symbolic paycheck really mean?

Hawaii Plans Switch to Electric Cars

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 04 December 2008 14:33:00 EST

The Aloha State hopes to alleviate residents’ dependence on gas—the most expensive in the country—by pushing through incentives for electric cars.

FCC Considers Free Wireless Internet Plan

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 04 December 2008 7:31:43 EST

The Federal Communications Commission is expected to unveil a proposal to sell public airwaves with the stipulation that some of the broadcasting be allotted to free Internet.

School District to Bailout: We Want In

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 03 December 2008 16:28:59 EST

A financially struggling suburban Cleveland school district has joined the queue of companies and local governments asking for funds from the $700 billion TARP.

China’s Economy Banking on Infrastructure

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 03 December 2008 7:57:57 EST

To stimulate the country’s economy, China has approved billions of dollars in New Deal-style spending. Does this mark a turn in the country’s financial policy?

Mumbai Authorities Believe They Have Found Terrorist Ringleader

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 02 December 2008 14:22:20 EST

A Mumbai police officer disclosed the identity of the man thought to have organized last Wednesday’s terrorist attacks that killed at least 172 in India’s financial capital.

America Officially in Recession

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 01 December 2008 17:24:42 EST

The National Bureau of Economic Research, the official arbiter of U.S. economic cycles, announced Monday that America has been in recession for a year.

Venice Copes With Heavy Flooding

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 01 December 2008 13:21:32 EST

The Italian city of canals is pumping itself out as it deals with the worst flooding it has seen in more than two decades.

Can the Federal Government Save the Student Loan Market?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 01 December 2008 10:07:46 EST

The Federal Reserve recently announced a $200 billion lending facility for private student loan lenders. Is this the best way to make higher education affordable?

High Rock Salt Prices Leave Municipalities Looking for Alternatives

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 28 November 2008 13:59:00 EST

Steep increases in rock salt prices are forcing city ground crews to explore other ways to keep local roadways ice-free this winter.

Islamic Finance’s Ban on Interest Inoculates Itself from Credit Crunch

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 28 November 2008 12:53:00 EST

The guidelines of sharia-compliant investing require higher amounts of collateral, leaving Islamic financial vehicles above the toxic debt fray.

Commuter Train Collisions Spark Lawsuits, Angst

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 26 November 2008 13:59:24 EST

Recent suburban commuter train accidents involving cars and pedestrians have drawn renewed attention to safety standards across the country.

Colorado Noise Polluters Sentenced to Annoying Music

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 25 November 2008 11:58:54 EST

In Fort Lupton, Colo., those found guilty of noise violations are sentenced to a diet of easy listening classics such as songs from Barry Manilow and even Barney the Dinosaur.

Will American Bailouts Hurt World Trade?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 24 November 2008 14:30:00 EST

As the U.S. government weighs a rescue plan for the Big Three automakers, European car manufacturers cry foul.

Treasury Bonds: Low Yield, High Popularity

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 24 November 2008 8:00:00 EST

The stock market’s volatility is driving investors toward Treasury bills, a traditionally safe investment. But the heavy demand is playing into lower yield on these government-backed bonds.

Hyde Park: A Love Affair with Obama’s Neighborhood

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 24 November 2008 6:00:03 EST

Hyde Park is the Chicago South Side neighborhood that serves as home to the University of Chicago, an institution whose student body proudly sells T-shirts festooned with an unofficial school motto: “Where Fun Comes to Die.” Someone else calls the neighborhood home, too—President-elect Barack Obama—and thanks to him, Hyde Park has become America’s address of the moment.

Conservatives in Episcopal Church Seek to Split into New Denomination

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Sunday, 23 November 2008 8:00:00 EST

Disagreements over the role of gays in the church and the interpretation of scripture are pushing conservative Episcopalians to leave the church in favor of a new U.S. church also under the Anglican Communion.

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Put Some Foreclosures on Hold

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 21 November 2008 11:57:29 EST

The two mortgage giants announced Thursday the suspension of foreclosures of occupied homes from Nov. 26 to Jan. 9, buying time to help struggling borrowers.

Argentina’s Coin Scarcity Leads to Illicit Numismatic Trade

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 21 November 2008 10:58:22 EST

A shortage in coin circulation in Buenos Aires has left shopkeepers desperate. Some demand exact change, some pay change in candy, and others turn to the black market.

Sluggish Economy Puts a Cork in Beaujolais Nouveau Release

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 21 November 2008 10:00:13 EST

The annual November frenzy surrounding the release of the French table wine is subdued this year due to higher prices from shipping and a bad growing season.

Sectarian Violence Roils India Before Elections

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 20 November 2008 9:56:13 EST

Arrests made in connection with terrorist attacks in India may affect voter sentiment ahead of state and general elections.

Steve and Barry’s Back on the Brink of Closure

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 18 November 2008 10:59:29 EST

Three months after a private-equity firm bought the bankrupt discount apparel retailer, the chain again may go out of business just before the holiday shopping season.

Lack of Calculations Blamed for Minneapolis Bridge Collapse

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 14 November 2008 17:10:43 EST

The National Transportation Safety Board is releasing a report Friday on the role of an oversight in the design of the gusset plates in the Aug. 1, 2007, collapse of the Interstate-35W bridge in Minneapolis.

Price-Fixing Scandal, Economic Winds Weigh on Electronics Prices

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 14 November 2008 14:14:27 EST

LG, Sharp and Chunghwa have pleaded guilty to setting flat-screen TV prices artificially high—yet another development that may mean cheap electronics this holiday season.

Egyptian Doctor’s Sharia-Based Sentence Sparks Outcry

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 14 November 2008 11:00:00 EST

Egyptian citizen Raouf Amin el-Arabi, a doctor for the Saudi royal family, has been imprisoned for allegedly getting a Saudi princess addicted to painkillers.

Viewers Fed Up with Toyota's 'Saved by Zero' Ad

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 14 November 2008 8:54:30 EST

Toyota’s current nationwide ad campaign featuring a remake of 1983 New Wave hit “Saved by Zero” has not spurred sales, but it has inspired a passionate backlash.

Prostitution Is Latest ‘Sin Sector’ Business Hit by Economic Downturn

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 14 November 2008 6:53:00 EST

High fuel and food prices have cut into truckers’ budgets for Nevada brothels, adding “working women” to the list of supposedly recession-proof businesses to get pinched.

Already Pummeled by Energy Crisis, Central Asia Braces for Winter

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 13 November 2008 10:58:21 EST

Last winter was the coldest Tajikistan has seen since 1969; this year, residents are trying to prepare by gathering fuel and food supplies.

The Bailout Bill: Where’s the Money Going?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 12 November 2008 15:59:11 EST

Banks and financial institutions are lining up to get a share of the $700 billion Troubled Assets Relief Program. But after so many changes, who exactly is getting what?

Bad News Continues for Starbucks

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 11 November 2008 12:58:39 EST

Despite recent company moves to improve the coffee chain’s appeal and profitability, Starbucks posted year-on-year fiscal fourth-quarter losses at its U.S. stores.

Long Lost Veterans Found and Honored in Vermont

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 11 November 2008 10:56:08 EST

The remains of WWII veteran Samuel Mazur and three other American war veterans received full military honors on Friday before being interned in Vermont.

Circuit City Bankruptcy Casts Shadow on 2008 Holiday Retail Season

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 10 November 2008 16:50:00 EST

Circuit City’s filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection may be a harbinger of a lack of cheer in the retail sector this holiday season; industry analysts are predicting slow sales.

AIG’s Federal Bailout Funds Now Total $152.5 Billion

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 10 November 2008 12:01:42 EST

The Treasury Department and the Federal Reserve have recrafted their relief program for flailing insurer American International Group to alleviate interest burdens.

Coleman-Franken Senate Race Still a War of Words, Legal Battles

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 10 November 2008 10:55:06 EST

The legally mandated recount in the race between Sen. Norm Coleman, R-Minn., and Democratic challenger Al Franken is growing as acrimonious as the campaign itself.

The Chips Are Down for the Gambling Sector

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Sunday, 09 November 2008 8:01:00 EST

Employment worries and the credit crunch have cut into disposable income, making the gambling industry a tougher gambit during this economic climate.

British Pilot Led to Ground Safely After Going Blind in the Air

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 07 November 2008 14:29:00 EST

The U.K. Royal Air Force guided 65-year-old pilot Jim O’Neill safely to landing after he suffered a stroke and went blind while flying his Cessna two-seater aircraft at 15,000 feet.

Craigslist Consents to Stamp Out Prostitution Ads

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 07 November 2008 12:30:26 EST

The online classified ad site is now requiring that anyone posting ads in its “erotic services” category provide more personal info. But will this keep the illicit sex trade away?

Bhutan Crowns New King

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 06 November 2008 15:20:00 EST

Months after Bhutan reluctantly participated in its first democratic election, the country has a new king in 28-year-old Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, who is expected to continue the Himalayan kingdom’s slow path to modernization.

Britain Ups Minimum Marriage Visa Age to Curb Forced Marriages

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 06 November 2008 14:30:00 EST

Both parties will have to be at least 21 years of age in a bid to stem forced marriages of young immigrant women.

Europe’s Toxic Debt Imperils Wisconsin School District’s Finances

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 06 November 2008 14:02:00 EST

The Whitefish Bay, Wis., School District’s buy-up of risky European-based investments has left the Upper Midwest suburb starkly exposed to the troubles of the global economy.

Coleman Appears to be Winner over Franken—For Now

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 05 November 2008 13:45:06 EST

Sen. Norm Coleman, R-Minn., is claiming victory over Democratic challenger Al Franken. But with an unofficial margin of fewer than 1,000 votes out of the 2.9 million ballots cast, and rumors of voting problems, the race must go to a recount.

Markets React to Obama’s Victory

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 05 November 2008 13:04:12 EST

Wall Street got off to a slow start on Wednesday amid job loss concerns; however Asian markets posted rallies on the back of greater certainty about U.S. economic policy.

Lack of Sleep Linked to Higher Breast Cancer Risk

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 04 November 2008 13:58:07 EST

Research from a Japanese university suggests that a lack of melatonin may disrupt release of estrogen, thus increasing the risk of breast cancer.

The 2000 Election Fiasco: What Have We Learned?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 04 November 2008 12:00:06 EST

After the 2000 election, America counted and recounted chads, replaced voting machines, and revamped voter registration. Eight years later, have we solved the problems?

On This Day: Iran Hostage Crisis Begins

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 04 November 2008 6:30:00 EST

On Nov. 4, 1979, a group consisting largely of Iranian students invaded the U.S. Embassy in Tehran and took more than 60 Americans captive, 52 of whom would be held hostage for 444 days.

Half-Marathon Registrant Misses Turn, Wins Full Marathon

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 03 November 2008 19:02:49 EST

A North Carolina man running a half-marathon missed the turn-off at mile 13 and ended up finishing first in the full marathon, only to be disqualified from both races.

Federal Mortgage Aid Plan: Necessary Cushion?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 31 October 2008 17:34:45 EDT

The FDIC and Treasury are in negotiations on a $600 billion package to guarantee mortgages and in turn, perhaps spur lending.

Seychelles Joins List of Broke Countries Seeking IMF Help

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 31 October 2008 10:40:56 EDT

The island nation is urging 2,000 government employees to resign as it verges on bankruptcy and its sovereign bonds get junk status.

Where Has AIG’s Federal Bailout Money Gone?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 30 October 2008 17:21:42 EDT

American Insurance Group is quickly eating through its $123 billion in loans from the Federal Reserve, bringing fresh scrutiny into how the flailing insurer manages its books.

Several Bomb Blasts in India Kill at Least 60, Injure Hundreds

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 30 October 2008 12:50:33 EDT

Local officials blamed separatist group United Liberation Front of Asom for a series of 13 lunchtime blasts in India’s northeastern province of Assam. The group has denied involvement.

Persian Gulf Feeling Pinch of Credit Crunch, Falling Oil Prices

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 30 October 2008 6:32:54 EDT

The Gulf states’ oil wealth is being sapped by falling prices, and the region’s real estate boom is being crimped by tightened lending. What’s next for these suddenly soft economies?

Porsche Purchase of Volkswagen Stake Causes Short Squeeze—the First of Many?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 29 October 2008 18:12:57 EDT

Porsche’s announcement that it bought a larger stake in VW prompted unusual market activity in Germany. Is this a precursor of a Wall Street trend?

Government Mortgage Bailout Program Delayed by Hiring Snags

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 29 October 2008 7:22:50 EDT

The Treasury Department’s difficulty in hiring asset managers to work on the bailout bill has set back the department’s TARP plan to buy up bad bank assets.

ATF Breaks Up Alleged Obama Assassination Plot

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 27 October 2008 18:31:21 EDT

Federal authorities in Tennessee thwarted the alleged plot of two neo-Nazi skinheads to assassinate Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama and 102 black students.

IMF Gives Ukraine and Hungary Helping Hand

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 27 October 2008 16:01:24 EDT

The International Monetary Fund is stepping in to inoculate Eastern Europe’s developing markets from the credit crunch virus hitting other economies.

You Say ‘Recession,’ I Say ‘Economic Downturn’

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 27 October 2008 11:22:42 EDT

British politicians accuse the BBC of whitewashing the country’s economic state by not calling it a “recession.” The battle shows that, when it comes to the economy, language matters.

Argentina Announces Plan to Nationalize Pension System

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 24 October 2008 14:15:59 EDT

President Cristina Fernandez is proposing a bill to socialize Argentina’s privately run retirement account system. She says it’s a safeguard; critics say it’s a sign of despair.

Developed Countries Get Tough on International Tax Havens

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 24 October 2008 6:32:36 EDT

A number of countries, including France, Britain and Germany, have vowed a harsher crackdown on countries known to be home to a large number of tax shelters.

Volcker and Obama: A Balanced Economic Partnership

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 22 October 2008 15:45:19 EDT

Former Fed Chief Paul Volcker has emerged as a key economic adviser to Barack Obama, a position that could assuage economic conservatives.

Russia Joins the World Economic Slump

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 21 October 2008 15:15:00 EDT

Despite the bullish outlook propagated by the Kremlin, a weakening ruble, tumbling stock market and sluggish oil prices reveal a downtrodden Russian economy.

Sumner Redstone Hangs By His Fingertips Again

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 20 October 2008 19:00:00 EDT

Sumner Redstone often boasts of how he once survived a hotel fire by hanging from a windowsill by his fingertips—now he’s grasping to hold on to his CBS and Viacom shares.

North and South Carolina at Legal Odds over Water

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 17 October 2008 17:00:00 EDT

South Carolina is suing North Carolina over the diversion of water from the Catawba River. Will this be the first of several lawsuits in the drought-stricken Southeast?

Austria, Turkey Join UN Security Council; Iran Rejected

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 17 October 2008 14:04:17 EDT

Japan topped Iran for the open Asian slot on the 15-seat council, while Austria and Turkey beat out financially ravaged Iceland for the European seats.

Treaty Says U.S. Troops to Leave Iraq by End of 2011, But Doubts Remain

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 16 October 2008 16:40:00 EDT

To Iraqi approval and U.S. apprehension, officials have come to a final agreement on the timetable for U.S. troop withdrawal from Iraq.

Joe the Plumber Not All He’s Cracked Up to Be

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 16 October 2008 16:35:44 EDT

Emerging details revealed some major flaws in the story of Joe the Plumber, a focal point during Wednesday night’s presidential debate.

Market Downturn Spurs Involuntary Stock Sales

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 15 October 2008 20:20:00 EDT

Business executives admit to selling large stakes in their companies to cover debts to financiers in the latest wave of forced stock sales.

Pakistan: Bankruptcy Averted

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 15 October 2008 19:30:00 EDT

Financial backing from the Asian Development Bank, the World Bank and other countries is keeping Pakistan in the black. But when a government does go bankrupt, what happens?

Craft Brewers Keep From Going Flat Amid Hops Shortage

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 13 October 2008 10:25:26 EDT

Competition from large brewers and a worldwide shortage of hops are forcing craft brewers to improvise with their tipples.

Dow Wraps Up Volatile Week on an Upbeat Note

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 10 October 2008 17:20:00 EDT

The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at 8,451.19 on Friday, recouping some losses during afternoon trading to end on a positive note one of Wall Street's most volatile weeks ever.

Dow Drops Below 9,000

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 09 October 2008 18:10:00 EDT

A year and a day after the Dow Jones Industrial Average hit its all-time high, it fell below 9,000 for the first time in five years.

Fed Announces Commercial Paper Funding Facility

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 09 October 2008 16:04:04 EDT

The Federal Reserve unveiled a plan on Tuesday to buy short-term corporate debt in a bid to keep liquidity flowing to businesses.

Iceland Nationalizes Third Major Bank, Halts Stock Trading

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 09 October 2008 15:40:00 EDT

In a move to prevent its teetering economy from falling into bankruptcy, Iceland ceased all trading on its stock exchange until Monday, and took over Kaupthing, the country's largest bank.

AIG Gets Another $37.8 Billion from Feds

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 09 October 2008 11:30:00 EDT

The Federal Reserve Bank of New York announced the borrowing of up to $37.8 billion in AIG fixed-income securities, in addition to last month's $85 billion loan to the insurer.

Pakistan, Iceland on the Brink of Bankruptcy

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 08 October 2008 17:45:00 EDT

Pakistan’s financial reserves are nearly dried up; offshore haven Iceland is near economic implosion—when a government goes bankrupt, what happens on the international sphere and on the ground?

Congress Scolds Former AIG Executives

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 07 October 2008 17:16:42 EDT

Members of Congress and former AIG chiefs are playing the blame game during investigations as to what led to the insurer's downfall.

Mars–Wrigley Merger Finalized

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 07 October 2008 15:28:24 EDT

Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co., the manufacturer of such chewing gum brands as Orbit and Juicy Fruit, now is officially a subsidiary of privately owned candy conglomerate Mars Inc.

Pennsylvania Rethinks Early Inmate Release Program

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 07 October 2008 7:54:11 EDT

Pa. Gov. Ed Rendell put an injunction on early parole after a parolee fatally shot a police officer. Other states have faced a similar battle between recidivism and prison overcrowding.

FDA Unsure on Cold Medicine for Small Children

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 03 October 2008 17:14:36 EDT

The FDA is hesitant to institute a ban on cold medication for young children. Yet some pediatricians say that cold medications for young children do more harm than good.

Warren Buffett’s Shallow Votes of Confidence

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 03 October 2008 14:16:47 EDT

Investors view Warren Buffett’s investments in GE and Goldman Sachs as a sign of confidence in these companies. But Buffett already has one foot out the door of each.

Europe Trying to Fight off U.S. Financial Bug

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 02 October 2008 14:15:28 EDT

Several European countries have injected capital into private banks to keep them afloat. Now EU regulators are proposing a move to inoculate them against America’s ailments.

Why Some Business Leaders Support the Bailout

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 01 October 2008 18:36:45 EDT

Prominent business leaders are speaking out to why the bailout bill is important—and how it affects consumers as a whole.

Effects of Bailout Failure Ripple Through Global Markets

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 30 September 2008 15:00:00 EDT

Asian and European markets react to the U.S. House of Representatives’ rejection of the $700 billion White House bailout bill.

Members of Congress Call for Rangel’s Resignation from Influential Position

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 30 September 2008 13:30:04 EDT

Rep. Charles Rangel, D-N.Y., is facing calls from within his own party to step down in light of corruption charges. Others think his leadership history should take precedence.

Tour Group Hostages Liberated

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 29 September 2008 11:16:38 EDT

In what the Egyptian press calls a “rescue and recovery operation,” the 19-member tour group taken hostage in the southwestern Egyptian desert a week ago has been released.

Illinois Governor, Legislature in Tug-of-War Over Campaign Ethics

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 26 September 2008 14:25:00 EDT

Democratic Gov. Rod Blagojevich is pushing legislation to close loopholes in campaign finance law. But detractors in his party say it’s nothing more than cosmetics for his allegedly corrupt administration.

WaMu Taken Over by Government, Then JPMorgan

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 26 September 2008 12:54:30 EDT

Washington Mutual, plagued by millions in losses from bad mortgages, was seized by the U.S. government Thursday and is being taken over by JPMorgan Chase for $1.9 billion.

Tour Group Hostages Taken from Sudan to Libya

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 26 September 2008 12:36:38 EDT

According to the Sudanese government, the 19 members of a tour group taken hostage in southwestern Egypt Monday have been taken from Sudan to Libya by their captors.

The Boom Is Over: Ireland Officially in Recession

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 26 September 2008 10:38:25 EDT

Data from Ireland’s Central Statistics Office confirms the country is officially in a recession, after indications this summer that the once-thriving economy was softening.

Wall Street Crisis Sends Financiers to Religion

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 25 September 2008 12:52:37 EDT

The market volatility of the past two weeks has led the eyes of some Wall Street workers away from tanking share prices toward a higher authority.

Elective Vagina Surgery on the Rise

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 25 September 2008 12:19:08 EDT

The U.K.’s National Health Service has reported a doubling in the performance of a type of vaginal cosmetic surgery. Women’s reasons include appearance and cultural mores.

The Hidden Cost of Government Bailouts

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 25 September 2008 8:51:08 EDT

Much has been ado over the pending $700 billion Wall Street bailout from the feds. But in the end, what is the real cost to taxpayers?

Warren Buffett Buys Share of Goldman Sachs

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 24 September 2008 12:03:54 EDT

Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway is acquiring almost 10 percent of Goldman Sachs, signalling the financial guru’s confidence in the investment bank turned holding company.

Tour Group in Southern Egypt Still Held Hostage

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 23 September 2008 10:36:38 EDT

Despite earlier reports from Egyptian authorities, 11 tourists taken hostage by masked men in Egypt's southwestern desert are still being held by a group of “masked men” believed to be Sudanese nationals.

Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs Say There’s No Such Thing as an Investment Bank

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 22 September 2008 17:56:00 EDT

The two major remaining investment banks in the U.S., Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs, petitioned the Fed to change their status to holding companies, allowing them to take deposits.

Kidnappers in Southern Egypt Free Tourists Held Hostage

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 22 September 2008 17:06:38 EDT

All 11 European tourists taken hostage by a group of “masked men” believed to be Sudanese nationals Monday have been released. The status of their kidnapped tour guides is still unknown.

Voter Registration Database Errors Could Freeze Out Voters

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 22 September 2008 15:48:06 EDT

This November’s election marks the inaugural use of statewide voter databases. But with the push to get them running, potentially disenfranchising mistakes have emerged.

Kidnappers in Southern Egypt Take 19 Hostages Toward Sudan

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 22 September 2008 12:16:38 EDT

A group of “masked men” believed to be Sudanese nationals have allegedly taken a group of European tourists and Egyptian tour guides hostage, demanding $8.8 million in ransom.

Playlist: Anatolia Rock

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 22 September 2008 0:30:05 EDT

Inspired by Britain’s Mersey beats and the twang-infused guitar that got American surfers grooving in the 1960s, young Turkish artists took up their instruments and followed suit, despite their weak command of English and a culture that publicly frowned upon mention of sex and drugs. Welcome to Anatolia Rock, a union of Turkish folk culture and swirling psychedelia worthy of the most fervent dervish.

Why Did the Fed Prop Up AIG?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 19 September 2008 13:15:42 EDT

The Federal Reserve gave American Insurance Group an $85 billion loan this week, largely because of its importance to the market. But concerns over foreign trade may have also played a part.

Another Los Angeles Public Transit Collision Injures 15

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 19 September 2008 12:15:32 EDT

A Los Angeles Blue Line train and an unoccupied public transit bus ran into each other Friday morning. So far only minor injuries have been reported.

Minneapolis I-35W Bridge Reopens

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 18 September 2008 17:29:47 EDT

Nearly 14 months after a raised section of Interstate 35W gave way near downtown Minneapolis, the bridge opened Thursday morning with nary a hitch.

SEC, U.K. Tell Traders, Brokers to Fix Their Shorts

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 18 September 2008 16:55:32 EDT

The SEC implemented a new “close-out” requirement to root out “naked shorting." The U.K. just put a similar rule in place. How, if at all, will this buttress shares already in trouble?

Barclays Grabs Bulk of Lehman Brothers

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 17 September 2008 15:04:47 EDT

British bank Barclays is buying most of what’s left of the bankrupt investment bank for $1.75 billion, saving the jobs of about one-third of Lehman’s U.S. staff.

Millions of Nickels Dumped on Florida Freeway

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 17 September 2008 12:22:45 EDT

$182,000 in nickels en route from the Philadelphia Mint to Miami spilled across a swath of Interstate 95 near Mims, Fla., Wednesday morning in a crash that killed one guard.

Best Buy Portfolio Downloads Napster

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 16 September 2008 18:11:44 EDT

The Minneapolis-based consumer electronics retailer is buying the file-swapping service from Roxio for almost $127 million. Will the takeover resuscitate the mystique of the once-renegade brand?

Thai Astrologers See Fortune in Political Soothsaying

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 16 September 2008 14:54:57 EDT

Astrologers in Thailand are cashing in on the country’s current political crisis as people seek answers to the instability. But seeing political strategy in the stars is nothing new.

Lehman Brothers, Merrill Lynch Gobbled by Market

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 15 September 2008 17:04:47 EDT

With Bank of America buying troubled Wall Street firm Merrill Lynch and uninterested banks letting Lehman fall to bankruptcy, the sub-prime mortgage crisis continues to claim victims.

Minnesota Officials Spar with Feds over Health Care Funding

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 15 September 2008 14:27:56 EDT

Legislators in Minnesota are trying to stop a Medicaid program that could axe some 18,000 lower- to middle-income adults from the state’s MinnesotaCare health insurance system.

Pig Spill Hogs Interstate in Iowa

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 12 September 2008 17:28:45 EDT

A truck that swerved around a construction zone on Interstate 35 just south of Des Moines, Iowa, dumped 156 pigs on the freeway early Friday morning.

Turkish Village Women Say No Water, No Sex

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 12 September 2008 16:53:19 EDT

The perceived laziness of local men in getting water to a Turkish Mediterranean village has inspired their wives to deny them access to another staple of human life.

Flooding from Hurricane Ike Hits Galveston and Neighboring Counties

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 12 September 2008 16:07:00 EDT

As of 1:08 p.m. CDT, Hurricane Ike was still 165 miles off the coast of the Gulf of Mexico, but many Houston-area shoreline neighborhoods are already flooded.

Tide of Nationalism Threatens Istanbul’s Greek Orthodox Community

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 12 September 2008 6:57:48 EDT

Rising Islamism and nationalism within Turkey are hurting Istanbul’s once robust Orthodox Christian community. Possible EU accession has brought the situation into the limelight.

What Does Kim Jong Il’s Health Mean for North Korea?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 10 September 2008 13:09:11 EDT

Reports that North Korea’s “Dear Leader” suffered a stroke in August have raised questions about who will succeed him and how it will affect the country.

Strong Beer Sales Say ‘Bottoms Up’ to Financial Markets

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 10 September 2008 10:32:42 EDT

Sin sector stocks have not followed the usual trend of rising in a soft economy. But the U.S. beer market is the exception, as Americans are still buying beer despite lighter wallets.

Budget Office Says U.S. Deficit Will Hit $407 Billion

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 09 September 2008 14:50:51 EDT

A report released Tuesday estimates the federal budget deficit will rise from $246 billion to $407 billion by the end of the year, due in part to ‘stimulus’ checks and bank bailouts.

Kim Jong Il’s Absence Sparks Rumors of Death

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 09 September 2008 12:59:11 EDT

North Korea’s “Dear Leader” was noticeably absent from today’s celebrations for the 60th anniversary of the country’s founding, prompting speculation about his health.

Government Takes Control of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 08 September 2008 14:07:29 EDT

The U.S. Treasury put the flailing mortgage companies under federal conservatorship on Sunday. Shareholders, take note.

Top Saudi Cleric Says Birthday Cake is Devil’s Food

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 08 September 2008 11:41:08 EDT

Saudi Arabia’s highest religious authority issued a fatwa against the celebration of birthdays, saying they are not permitted in Islam. Other Muslims, including one cleric, disagree.

Back to School Means Classes for Parents Too

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 05 September 2008 11:15:34 EDT

The “Parent Academy,” a parental education program first implemented by Florida’s Miami-Dade County School District in 2005, has inspired similar courses elsewhere in America.

Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick Pleads Guilty, Resigns

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 04 September 2008 11:37:31 EDT

Kilpatrick stepped down after entering a plea agreement on two felony obstruction of justice charges stemming from a scandal involving “steamy” text messages with his former top aide.

Protests, Material Costs Run Ultra-Cheap Car Off Track

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 04 September 2008 7:52:15 EDT

Production of the Tata Nano, heralded as the world’s cheapest car and a step forward for transportation in India, has been halted due to unrest near the Tata plant.

Vogue India’s Portrayal of Society Receives Negative Reviews

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 03 September 2008 7:54:07 EDT

The magazine’s August issue featured impoverished locals adorned in designer finery. Some in the country are calling it cruel mockery of India’s growing income disparity.

Google Releases New Web Browser, ‘Chrome’

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 02 September 2008 17:46:34 EDT

Google’s free open-source browser Chrome went live Tuesday afternoon, further positioning the company as a Microsoft competitor and challenging Firefox’s Mozilla.

Minneapolis Somali Community Shows High Rate of Autism

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Saturday, 30 August 2008 11:00:00 EDT

Somali students comprise only 6 percent of the Minneapolis school system, but one-quarter of the children in the city’s early childhood autism programs. Health officials are baffled.

Catholic Clergy Under Attack in Eastern Indian Province

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 29 August 2008 15:41:15 EDT

Inter-sectarian violence in India’s Orissa province is on the wane, leaving thousands displaced and exposing the area’s long-standing inter-sectarian tensions.

Emirate in UAE Bans Beggars During Ramadan

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 29 August 2008 15:31:32 EDT

Ras Al-Khaimah, part of the United Arab Emirates, is curbing mendicancy on the grounds that beggars take advantage of people’s heightened piety during the Islamic holy month.

Offshore Companies Shore Up Investment in United States

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 29 August 2008 13:15:02 EDT

In terms of assets, foreign ownership of U.S.-based firms more than tripled from 1996 to 2005, according to a report released by auditing and consulting company Grant Thornton.

Mich. Governor Calling Meeting to Determine Detroit Mayor’s Fate

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 28 August 2008 16:57:31 EDT

Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick is facing a total of 10 felony charges. Gov. Jennifer Granholm is invoking a little-known law that could spell his ouster.

British Hospital’s Frequent Organ Transplants for Foreigners Draw Scrutiny

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 26 August 2008 10:16:06 EDT

Surgeons from an NHS-run London hospital performed 50 liver transplants—about half on patients from the Persian Gulf—allegedly in exchange for about $160,000 per surgery.

Olympic Innovation and Technology, Coming to a Store Near You

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 25 August 2008 8:51:32 EDT

Goods developed for the 2008 Beijing Olympics could prove popular in the general consumer market. Which innovations from this year’s games have staying power?

Turkey Considers Oil and Gas Partnerships with Iran

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 22 August 2008 14:30:12 EDT

Turkey’s energy minister is heading to Tehran to discuss cross-border oil and gas investment, but geopolitical issues may be in the pipeline.

Saudi Prohibitions on Female Drivers Lessening

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 22 August 2008 10:18:04 EDT

The story of a female Saudi college student driving to rush her father and two brothers to the hospital has played into the national debate over women behind the wheel.

Coke Taking Fight to Pepsi in Beijing

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 21 August 2008 6:03:26 EDT

Pepsi is the most-consumed soft drink in China. But Coca-Cola’s Olympics advertising campaigns in the country are upping its product visibility.

Michael Phelps Inspires Media Pheeding Phrenzy

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 20 August 2008 17:08:00 EDT

The swimming phenom’s eight Beijing golds and seven world records have ensconced him in sports almanacs. But his publicity has also left him prone to gossip mill grinding.

SEC Says Naked Shorts Are Out of Style

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 20 August 2008 5:55:32 EDT

During the SEC’s day emergency order to ban naked shorting, investors flocked to the ETF market, which allows similar betting against stocks. Now that the rule has expired, who will be affected?

Transgender Army Veteran Sues Library of Congress for Discrimination

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 19 August 2008 18:03:23 EDT

Retired Col. Diane Schroer claims the national library rescinded a job offer after she disclosed that she was receiving gender therapy.

Advertisers, Sponsors Look to Pocket Gold from Beijing Olympics

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 18 August 2008 17:20:45 EDT

High ratings and an Olympic-size marketing frenzy has official sponsors and unaffiliated brands alike shilling out millions in Beijing and on NBC to snare market share.

Cities Vie over Gun Ownership Laws

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 18 August 2008 14:38:06 EDT

Several U.S. metropolitan areas are wrestling with their firearm regulations in the wake of a June Supreme Court ruling that threw out a Washington, D.C., handgun ban.

VeriSign, SEC Trying New Ways to Beat Penny Stock Pushers

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Saturday, 16 August 2008 8:52:19 EDT

Internet infrastructure company VeriSign’s new software monitors stock trading for market behavior that parallels those of “pump and dump stocks,” a common spammer tool of trade.

Aldi and Subsidiary Trader Joe’s Revered By Customers, But at What Price?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 14 August 2008 13:13:10 EDT

The German-owned grocery chains’ spartan business model means bargains for adoring customers. But their ownership and ubiquity have earned them some enemies.

Genentech Rejects Roche Bid, For Now

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 14 August 2008 11:22:10 EDT

A committee of three Genentech board members said Roche’s $89-per-share bid to up its 56 percent stake to full company ownership “substantially undervalues” the biotech firm.

How Will Battle over South Ossetia Affect Foreign Investments?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 12 August 2008 15:08:00 EDT

The outbreak of war in the Caucasus casts a shadow on Georgia’s viability as an energy partner for the West. But is Georgia’s loss Russia’s gain?

Religious Standoff Turns Deadly in Kashmir

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 08 August 2008 8:03:19 EDT

A confrontation over territorial rights near a significant Hindu shrine has erupted into a new wave of deadly protests between devout Hindus and the region’s Muslim majority population.

Will Sony’s $900 Million Bet on the Music Industry Pay Off?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 07 August 2008 12:14:09 EDT

Sony has bought Bertelmann’s stake in what was major record label Sony BMG. But will the venture overcome industry troubles or worsen the company’s already aching bottom line?

U.S. Officials Nab 11 in Connection with Credit Card Fraud Ring

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 06 August 2008 17:13:17 EDT

More than 40 million credit and debit card numbers were swiped by a global theft syndicate that encompassed at least nine American retail chains.

We Got ‘You Got People’ First, Says H&R Block

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 05 August 2008 15:23:54 EDT

The tax preparation firm is suing over American Express’s latest television ad campaign on the claim that it plagiarizes H&R Block’s “You Got People” slogan.

Lambeth Conference Concludes with Call for Moratorium on Gay Bishops

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 04 August 2008 14:45:24 EDT

The Archbishop of Canterbury ended the Lambeth Conference, the Anglican Communion's decennial policy forum, by saying the church needs “space for study” about gay clergy.

Military Joins Berlusconi's Crime and Immigration Campaign

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 04 August 2008 13:37:32 EDT

Expanding a stated broad offensive against crime and illegal immigration in Italy, Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi has ordered 3,000 troops to the streets of some of the country’s largest cities.

Three Arrested in Connection with Turkish Girls’ Dormitory Collapse

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 04 August 2008 11:11:25 EDT

Three administrators of a girls’ dormitory near the central Turkish city of Konya are being held for “causing death through negligence” after the building’s collapse killed 18 residents.

Turkey’s Constitutional Court Decides not to Ban Islamist-Leaning Party

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 01 August 2008 15:33:51 EDT

The country’s majority AK Parti missed judicial closure by a one-vote margin. But can the party overcome the tug-of-war between hard-line secularists and the more religiously minded?

Girls’ Dormitory Collapses in Turkey; At Least 17 Dead

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 01 August 2008 12:21:25 EDT

At least 17 female students were killed and another 27 were injured after an explosion leveled a three-floor residence hall near the central Turkish city of Konya.

America’s Bridges Need Improvement, Repair

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 01 August 2008 10:32:43 EDT

The one-year anniversary of the Minneapolis highway bridge collapse, along with a new national safety report, highlight the need for billions worth of infrastructure upgrades.

Bennigan’s and Steak & Ale Yet Another Casual Chain Casualty

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 31 July 2008 15:24:47 EDT

MRG’s filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy on Tuesday closed hundreds of its chains’ restaurants.

Earthquake Hits Los Angeles Area

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 29 July 2008 16:35:13 EDT

A 5.4 magnitude earthquake rocked southern California just before the lunch hour yesterday. No major damage or injuries were reported.

Plaintiff in Supreme Court Handgun Case Sues D.C. Again

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 29 July 2008 15:18:06 EDT

Last month the high court struck down D.C.’s handgun ban, and the District rewrote its gun laws. Plaintiff Dick Heller says the new laws do not go far enough to allow gun ownership.

For Some, Vacation Plans Include Finding New Career

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 29 July 2008 6:02:53 EDT

Layoffs and career malaise are among the reasons some professionals are looking to sample a few days in another profession—on and off camera.

FCC Approves Sirius–XM Merger

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 28 July 2008 16:05:41 EDT

Late Friday the regulatory commission voted 3-2 to approve the merger of the two satellite radio companies, with more lenient requirements than some on the board desired.

Google Drops Bid for Digg

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 28 July 2008 11:11:42 EDT

Sources from the tech industry say that after meetings between top executives at the search engine and the social bookmarking Web site, there just “wasn’t a fit.”

Hasbro Lawsuit Spells Trouble for Scrabulous

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 25 July 2008 16:00:35 EDT

The owner of Scrabble is suing the creators of the popular Facebook application Scrabulous for intellectual property infringement. But is Hasbro making the right move?

Small Minnesota Town Tries to Purchase Population

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 25 July 2008 10:18:41 EDT

A farming town in southwestern Minnesota is paying people to move there, hoping to rejuvenate the local economy. But can rural America be resuscitated?

EU Withdraws Bulgaria’s Funding, Imperiling Government

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 24 July 2008 15:26:45 EDT

The new EU member’s perceived failure to root out corruption has Brussels pulling as much as €780 million in aid and has led to a push to impeach Bulgaria’s president.

Digg Rumored to Be Google’s Latest Acquisition

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 23 July 2008 18:11:42 EDT

Tech insiders say that the search engine is in the final stages of talks to acquire social bookmarking site Digg for about $200 million, continuing Google’s habit of buying new toys.

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac: Finger-Pointing Season Begins

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 23 July 2008 10:55:52 EDT

Congress’s proposed bailout plan for the government-assisted home lenders may cost taxpayers $25 billion. Let the finger pointing begin.

Foreign Investment in U.S. Continues With Roche's Genentech Bid

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 22 July 2008 11:22:10 EDT

Roche’s proposal to acquire the portion it doesn’t already own of U.S. biotech firm Genentech is but the latest in a long-term cycle of foreign purchases of American holdings.

Al-Qaida Drawing Foreign Fighters into Afghanistan

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 21 July 2008 7:57:45 EDT

According to militants and foreign policy experts, the Islamist terrorist group is building up its forces with dissidents from historically secular Turkey and the countries of Central Asia.

FCC Likely to Approve Sirius-XM Merger

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 18 July 2008 16:35:41 EDT

FCC approval of the Sirius-XM merger hinges on the vote of one member, who will green light the deal pending a six-year price cap and airspace for public broadcasting.

Molasses Spill near Sugar Land One Sweet Mess

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 18 July 2008 11:02:20 EDT

A truck spilled 5,000 gallons of molasses on Texas Highway 6 in suburban Houston during Thursday afternoon’s rush hour, shutting down a section of the road until midnight.

HEART Act Has Unintended Outcome for Legal Immigrants

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 18 July 2008 8:54:34 EDT

The finances of repatriating Green-card holders are subject to a law steeped in patriotism, yet these legal U.S. residents are under taxation without representation.

Bush Exercising Executive Privilege in Valerie Plame Case

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 17 July 2008 16:16:12 EDT

The President is using executive privilege to keep secret an FBI report on Dick Cheney’s possible involvement in unveiling Plame as a CIA operative.

Hawaii Considers Four-Day Workweek

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 16 July 2008 11:21:35 EDT

Hawaiian state agencies mull a condensed workweek to save gas by commuting less often. Utah state employees are set to work four-day weeks starting Aug. 1 for similar reasons.

Hawaii Says Farewell to Oahu Trash

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 16 July 2008 7:04:09 EDT

The roughly 600-square-mile tropical tourist mecca is running out of space for its garbage, so the Honolulu City Council is readying it to set sail.

eBay Cleared in Tiffany Counterfeit Suit

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 15 July 2008 15:25:05 EDT

A federal court ruled that eBay is not responsible for fakes sold through its Web site, the only victory in three recent trademark regulation lawsuits against the online auction giant.

Fannie and Freddie’s Day of Reckoning, Long Foreseen By Many, May Be Near

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 15 July 2008 14:07:29 EDT

Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson announced a plan Sunday to rescue Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac from a potential financial calamity that many have warned of for years.

As Lenders Struggle, Buffett Becomes M&A Financier

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 15 July 2008 6:03:54 EDT

The $18.8 billion purchase of Rohm & Haas is indicative of Dow Chemical—and Berkshire Hathaway’s—strategies to develop a competitive advantage.

It’s Tea Time for America

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Sunday, 13 July 2008 12:02:36 EDT

The health benefits linked with regular tea consumption, combined with its affordability and image of luxury and relaxation, are helping spur American sales figures of the drink.

Steve and Barry’s Not Immune to Economy After All

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 10 July 2008 17:39:29 EDT

The fashion retailer known for bargain-basement prices filed for bankruptcy Wednesday. It had been touted as a business model for businesses looking to weather recessions.

Defense Department to Rerun Air Force Contract Bid

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 10 July 2008 16:28:34 EDT

The Pentagon is relaunching bidding for a $35 billion equipment contract, following the GAO’s ruling last month that the original decision process was flawed.

Shootout at U.S. Consulate in Istanbul Leaves Six Dead

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 09 July 2008 16:49:35 EDT

Three police officers and three of four gunmen were killed in a battle after the attackers approached the diplomatic compound. Some reports link al-Qaida to the shootings.

USDA to Open Up Conservation Areas to Flood-Victim Farmers

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 09 July 2008 16:41:43 EDT

The department agreed to free up land secured under the Conservation Reserve Program to livestock producers for grazing to mitigate the effects of grain prices and waterlogged fields.

Coffee Consumption Possibly Detrimental to IVF Treatment

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 09 July 2008 11:17:07 EDT

A study presented to the European Society for Human Reproduction and Embryology suggests infertility patients should cut back on caffeine intake to increase chances of conceiving.

Investor, Philanthropist Sir John Templeton Dies at 95

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 08 July 2008 18:03:56 EDT

The Tennessee-born fund manager, who stayed true to his Southern values throughout his storied investment career, left behind foundations studying the interplay of religion and science.

TNK-BP Wracked by Government Intervention

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 08 July 2008 15:10:59 EDT

Russian tax authorities have hammered British oil company BP with fines, court cases and inspections that recall the early days of investing in post-Soviet Russia.

Price Spikes, Panic Buying Give Rise to Black Market for Rice

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 08 July 2008 7:02:08 EDT

Rice from supermarkets in the UAE is being resold at a premium on local street corners in the face of government-instituted price controls.

Utah State Employees Moving to a Four-Day Workweek

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 02 July 2008 6:01:35 EDT

Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman believes a workweek of four 10-hour days will increase productivity, reduce the state’s carbon footprint and cut back on energy costs.

Louis Vuitton Wins $63 Million in Damages against eBay

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 01 July 2008 16:25:05 EDT

A Paris court ruled that the online auction site cleared the way for sale of fake versions of Louis Vuitton's luxury-branded handbags and luggage.

Gas Prices Force Schools to Cut Busing

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 01 July 2008 13:50:02 EDT

Record fuel prices are breaking school districts’ budgets, making them choose between trimming student bus routes and cutting other programs and services.

Malaysian Opposition Leader Takes Refuge in Turkish Embassy amid Sodomy Charges

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 01 July 2008 8:48:20 EDT

An aide to Anwar Ibrahim, head of the Parti Keadilan Rakyat, accused the politician of sexual misconduct. Supporters suspect the charges are false and politically motivated.

Canada Truck Crash Turns Honeybee Cargo into Sting Operation

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 30 June 2008 17:32:20 EDT

A truck jackknifed on the Trans-Canada Highway Monday morning, releasing 12 million honeybees in the northwest corner of New Brunswick.

The ‘Celtic Tiger’ Falls on Tough Times

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 30 June 2008 15:55:25 EDT

Ireland’s economy has been thriving for more than a decade, but now there are indications of the first fall in output since 1983 and first net emigration since 1990.

‘Italian Vogue’ Seeks to Outmode Racism

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 30 June 2008 9:01:29 EDT

In protest of an attitude within the fashion industry that “black models don’t sell,” the July issue of the magazine seeks to make models of color a long-lasting trend.

U.K. Government Trying to Save Anonymous Testimony

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 27 June 2008 10:08:37 EDT

The courts’ use of anonymous witnesses was struck down, but an emergency law to bring it back is being pushed through before Parliament’s summer recess.

Supreme Court Rules Gun Ownership Justifiable for Self-Defense

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 26 June 2008 17:38:06 EDT

With a 5-4 vote, the high court declared a D.C. ban on handguns unconstitutional under the Second Amendment—the first time it’s defined the text since its 1791 drafting.

Former Ally Condemns Mugabe’s Violence Against Opposition

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 26 June 2008 12:18:57 EDT

Support for Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe continued to wane this week as African National Congress leader Jacob Zuma sharply criticized the Zanu-PF party.

Recession Looming, Says Former Fed Chief

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 24 June 2008 17:31:15 EDT

Alan Greenspan said Tuesday that America “is on the brink” of a recession, with the chances of an economic slump greater than 50 percent.

Middle East Emerges as Gulf of Financial Tranquility

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 24 June 2008 15:17:18 EDT

Seemingly immune to the sub-prime crisis, the Persian Gulf is developing into a safe haven for international investors. The relationship is welcomed on both sides.

Morgan Tsvangirai Ends Bid for Zimbabwe Presidency

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 23 June 2008 14:58:57 EDT

Tsvangirai, the leader of main opposition party MDC, had won the initial election but withdrew days before a scheduled run-off, citing fears of continued violence and corruption.

Researchers Seek to Stamp out Malaria at the Source

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 23 June 2008 13:40:00 EDT

Two separate research teams are working to genetically modify mosquitoes and the disease-causing parasites they carry. Other scientists remain skeptical.

GAO Presses Air Force to Rerun Contract Bid

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 20 June 2008 11:28:34 EDT

The U.S. government auditor is upholding Seattle-based Boeing’s protest against the Defense Department for awarding a $35 billion deal to the foreign parent of a competitor.

Bell Canada Subject to Country’s Biggest-Ever Takeover

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 20 June 2008 9:27:48 EDT

Canada’s Supreme Court is due to rule Friday afternoon on whether the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan can privatize the nation’s largest telecom.

After Truce with Hamas, Israel Seeks Peace Talks with Lebanon

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 19 June 2008 13:41:19 EDT

A day after agreeing to a six-month ceasefire with Hamas, Israel has reached out to Lebanon for peace talks.

Is Coffee—Gulp—Good for You?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 19 June 2008 10:01:56 EDT

After years of hearing about the morning cup’s detrimental effects, a spate of recent studies may give coffee drinkers a reason to perk up.

Anglican, Episcopal Churches Wrestle with Role of Gays

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 19 June 2008 7:01:24 EDT

Traditionalist bishops plan to skip a decennial policy conference next month over what they perceive to be excessive liberalism in application of doctrine.

Israel, Hamas Reach Truce; Insiders Debate Deal’s Wisdom, Durability

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 17 June 2008 21:41:19 EDT

Israel and Hamas are agreed to a six-month ceasefire along the Israel-Gaza border, set to take effect at 6 a.m. local time Thursday.

Chad Says Sudan is Attacking Border; U.S. Diplomats Evacuated

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 17 June 2008 12:48:26 EDT

The former French colony’s government is blaming Sudan for supporting rebels that have attacked cities in eastern Chad. Embassies and NGOs are moving all nonemergency staff.

FCC Head Wants Sirius–XM Merger

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 17 June 2008 6:01:41 EDT

Kevin Martin announced Sunday he supports passage of the $3.8 billion agreement to unite America’s two biggest satellite radio broadcasters, making final approval likely.

Growing Numbers of Women Elect for Hymen Reconstruction

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 16 June 2008 8:59:08 EDT

Women raised in conservative families within liberal societies have a conflict in body politics. Is hymenoplasty a mark of feminist regression or a mode of empowerment?

AIG Fires Another CEO

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 16 June 2008 0:30:00 EDT

Amid intense pressure, Martin Sullivan, the CEO of American International Group, resigns and is replaced by Robert Willumstad, a former Citigroup executive who has been chairman of the company's board since 2006.

Google and Yahoo Partner, Raising Antitrust Questions

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 13 June 2008 17:41:33 EDT

The nonexclusive Yahoo–Google agreement went public yesterday after Yahoo ended talks with Microsoft. Shareholders and executives now await financial and legal developments.

Bond Insurers’ Ratings Tumble Leaves Banks on Edge

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 13 June 2008 11:37:55 EDT

Ambac and MBIA’s downgrades from an AAA credit rating put UBS, Merrill Lynch and Citigroup on shakier footing, leaving them prone to more write-downs.

Microsoft-Yahoo Merger Crashes

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 12 June 2008 18:08:32 EDT

The software giant abandoned its plans to merge with Yahoo this weekend. Meanwhile the search engine is reportedly teaming up with its chief competitor, Google.

Laying the Blame at AIG: Get Your Scorecard Ready

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 12 June 2008 16:36:28 EDT

Amid steep losses and weakened credit ratings, Martin Sullivan, CEO of American International Group, the world’s largest insurer, becomes the latest target in an ugly public spat.

Bilderberg Conference, International Meeting of Mystery, Slips Under Press Radar

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 12 June 2008 11:25:34 EDT

The annual June gathering of 140-odd politicians, business leaders, journalists and other arbiters of social thought, met in Chantilly, Va. this weekend—to little fanfare.

China’s Buying into TPG Raises Investors’ Eyebrows

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 12 June 2008 9:53:00 EDT

China’s State Administration of Foreign Exchange (Safe) has committed to a $2.5 billion stake in the Texas-based private equity fund, kindling fears over political transparency.

Popular Wisconsin Lake Nearly Empties After Storms

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 11 June 2008 12:24:22 EDT

Lake Delton’s shore gave way Monday morning, causing a torrential flow over the adjacent roadway into the Wisconsin River and millions of dollars in damage.

French Fashion House Hermès Wins Suit Against eBay

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 09 June 2008 16:25:05 EDT

The online auction site lost the first of many legal battles with the fashion industry over the trade of counterfeit goods.

Federal Reserve May Accept ‘Very Safe’ Funds from Foreign Banks

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 03 June 2008 6:01:03 EDT

The Fed would consider saying yes to collateral from “sound” international banks, said Donald Kohn, the Fed’s vice president.

Fashion Icon Yves Saint Laurent Dies at 71

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 02 June 2008 13:13:40 EDT

The Dior protégé whose work exploded onto the Paris fashion scene in 1958 revolutionized women’s fashion, updating ladylike 1950s styles to embody the freedoms of later decades.

Turkey’s Religious Directorate Blames Women, Perfume for Incurring Lust

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 02 June 2008 7:02:13 EDT

The Diyanet, Turkey’s directorate for religious affairs, published an article on its Web site suggesting that women wearing perfume and working in mixed-sex offices is “immoral behavior.”

Saudi Women Call Foul on Exercise Restrictions

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Saturday, 31 May 2008 18:00:00 EDT

Women’s basketball games have to be as heavily cloaked as the players themselves when out in public, but they may make inroads into changing attitudes about women’s health.

Europe’s High Gas Prices Cause Wave of Protests

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 30 May 2008 7:03:02 EDT

Laborers and small-business owners across Europe are putting their feet down—and taking to the streets—over fuel prices as high as $11 per gallon.

Indonesia to Drop Out of OPEC

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 28 May 2008 17:43:16 EDT

The only Southeast Asian member of the 13-country bloc of petroleum producers is withdrawing from the group because the nation has become a net oil importer.

String of Tornadoes Hits Minnesota and Iowa over Holiday Weekend

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 27 May 2008 13:56:51 EDT

Eight people are dead from Sunday’s tornado outbreak—the latest string of deadly storms in an active 2008 tornado season.

Study Suggests Fasting Staves Off Jetlag

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 27 May 2008 9:00:00 EDT

Abstaining from food for 16 hours resets circadian rhythms and could help travelers adjust to their new time zones.

Prince Andrew Defends Sovereign Wealth Funds

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 23 May 2008 9:32:12 EDT

An investment vehicle often used by the oil states of the Gulf draws criticism in Europe and America for a relative lack of transparency.

Turkey Mediates in Latest Round of Israel–Syria Peace Talks

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Thursday, 22 May 2008 12:05:23 EDT

Israel and Syria are negotiating in Turkish capital Ankara. The two countries have never reached a formal peace accord.

France Admits Having Low-Level Diplomatic Ties to Hamas

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 21 May 2008 9:00:00 EDT

French Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchner said Monday that the country maintains “informal contacts” with Hamas, a relationship denounced by Washington.

Italian Crime Clean-Up Inspires Xenophobic Violence

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 20 May 2008 15:37:32 EDT

Italy is cracking down on urban shantytowns after campaign promises to cut crime. But some Naples residents have resorted to arson and murder to force out migrant groups.

Visa Limits, Rice Shortages Hurting U.K.’s Indian Restaurants

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 20 May 2008 10:15:36 EDT

New limits on British work visas and record-high rice prices are not currying favor with the country’s $3.5 billion-a-year Indian food sector.

Truck Tosses Its Cookies on Interstate Highway near Chicago

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 19 May 2008 18:04:36 EDT

A trailer transporting 14 tons of Oreo Double Stuf brand cookies tipped over I-80 near Morris, Ill., flinging the cookies in their cellophane wrappers over the roadway and median.

Microsoft and Yahoo Seek Strategic Partnership

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 19 May 2008 12:31:32 EDT

The two parties are in closed-door talks about ways they can merge their content to better compete against online leader Google.

Drug Advertisements May Mislead Consumers

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 19 May 2008 9:44:20 EDT

Billions of dollars in drug ads directed at consumers annually may make for an informed public, but some doctors and legislators say the ads are deceptive.

Material Girls Make ‘Sex and the City’ a Marketing Bonanza

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 16 May 2008 15:31:23 EDT

The movie won’t hit U.S. theaters until May 30, but product placement and marketing tie-ins are already taking center stage.

Investors Wary as GE Pulls Plug on Appliance Division

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 16 May 2008 10:58:36 EDT

General Electric, the company founded by Thomas Edison that created the refrigerator and toaster oven, will spin off or sell its century-old appliance unit.

Outreach Groups Promote Understanding After Muslim Student Threatens Service Dog

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Friday, 16 May 2008 8:00:00 EDT

Islamic groups are backing a Minnesota college student whose dog was threatened by a Muslim student, and are using the incident to start cross-cultural dialogue.

Do Regional Currencies Mean Change?

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 14 May 2008 15:08:27 EDT

Nine years after the euro was first introduced, economists debate the viability of pan-regional currencies in other parts of the world.

Corruption Hampers Cyclone Aid Efforts

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Wednesday, 14 May 2008 8:00:00 EDT

The ruling junta of Myanmar is seizing aid supplies from local charities, keeping the best of the rations and selling the rest.

Romo Wrongs Wrigley

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Tuesday, 13 May 2008 11:43:04 EDT

Dallas Cowboys’ quarterback Tony Romo is the latest of celebrities to bungle “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” at Chicago’s Wrigley Field.

Spain Claims 200-Year-Old Sunken Treasure

info@dulcineamedia.com (findingDulcinea) — Monday, 12 May 2008 13:40:38 EDT

Spain argues ownership of a naval ship shot down in 1804 and its $500 million of coins, found recently by a Miami diving company.