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With many "Extreme Makeover" homeowners struggling financially, the show has responded by scaling back to better fit the current economic climate.

Many countries have had their currency strengthen against the declining U.S. dollar. While many citizens of those countries are pleased to take advantage of cheaper vacations and imports, the strengthened currency will likely restrict economic growth.

Frank DiPascali, who oversaw the day-to-day operations of Bernard Madoff’s fraudulent investment business, is reportedly cooperating with federal investigators and may implicate others who participated in the fraud.

A new rule that puts appraisal management companies between brokers and appraisers is threatening to put appraisers out of business, hurting home buyers and sellers in the process.

The SEC has filed fraud charges against “feeders” that made millions by passing their clients' money along to disgraced financier Bernard Madoff.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

Property taxes, bills, neighborhood pressures and legal issues can add up for some "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" recipients, leading to foreclosure, sale and other trouble.

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

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

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

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

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.