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Academy Awards have turned into financial life rafts for many films. Full story
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Jobs data show signs of a turning point
After more than two years of staggering pain for workers, the latest employment data include signs that a historic wave of heavy job losses may be ending, although only modest gains are expected in the near future. Full story
Economy sheds fewer jobs than expected
Employers cut a smaller-than-expected 36,000 jobs in February, alleviating fears snow caused a big drop in payrolls. Full story
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Stocks finish strong after monthly labor report
Stocks jumped after government's employment report showed fewer jobs were cut in Feb. than expected. Major stock indexes climbed more than 1 percent, including the Dow, which rose 122 points.
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Oscar can mean big boost for studios
Hollywood’s latest business woes have turned Academy Award nominations and wins into financial life buoys for many movie moguls, some industry insiders say.
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Greeks riot as parliament OKs austerity plan
The Greek parliament approved new spending cuts and taxes Friday aimed at defusing the country's debt crisis, while protesters opposed to the measures fought with police outside.
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GM to reinstate more than 600 dealerships
General Motors Co. will reinstate 661 dealerships it sought to drop from its sales network.
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Despite snow, retailers report strong sales
Shoppers shrugged off the snow and worries about the economy to buy spring clothing and other items, resulting in the strongest retail sales gain since November 2007.
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Aging boomers face stark economics
The recession, though devastating, will pass. But rising health care costs as baby boomers age may bring lasting harm to that generation’s financial well-being.
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Pending home sales tumble amid winter woes
The number of buyers who agreed to purchase a home fell sharply in January, a sign that demand for housing is sinking this winter as stormy weather slammed Eastern states.
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More men filing sexual harassment claims
From 1990 to 2009, the percentage of sexual harassment claims filed by men has doubled from 8 percent to 16 percent of all claims, according to the EEOC.
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Comic book startup cashes in on star power
A small comic book startup is using caricatures of President Barack Obama, Lady Gaga and other big names to drive up sales.
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