More youth running away from home in recession
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/26/us/26runaway.html?_r=1&hp Over the past two years, government officials and experts have seen an increasing number of…
Economics
More youth running away from home in recession
Young people are running away more during the economic downturn or recession. We wonder why.
Debit cards with overdraft protection bring in huge fees
Getting overdraft protection so you can withdraw money without having the money in your account will cost you plenty.
Americans will spend less this year on back-to-school
Back-to-school spending is down between 7 and 8 percent, compared to last year: $594.24 for the average family.
Counterfeit $20 bills circulate in Sugar Grove
How do you spot a counterfeit $20 bill? Look for the serial number, the watermark, & the security strip.
Obama calls for democratic reforms in Africa
It'll be hard for US/Asian/European companies and governments to invest in African nations unless reforms are instituted.
Teens find a tough job market this summer
http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-summerjobs28-2009jun28,0,5608600.story Blaming lay-offs of older workers now looking for work, teens say the job market is…
3 icons of American pop culture have died
Ed McMahon, Farrah Fawcett, and Michael Jackson died within days of each other.
In recession, a high demand for skilled workers
There's an increased demand for skilled workers during the recession. But it's not easy to fill those jobs with US workers.
GM files for bankruptcy
General Motors filed for bankruptcy, giving the US 60% ownership in the company thanks to a bail-out plan.