News tagged with economic woes
China cuts 2012 rare earths export quota
(AP) -- China announced a cut Tuesday in its rare earths export quota as it tries to shore up sagging prices for the exotic metals used in mobile phones and other high-tech goods.
Dec 28, 2011 |
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Hard times bring on ‘Lipstick Effect’
(PhysOrg.com) -- Lipstick and takeout food are not a panacea for dwindling retirement accounts and the anxiety of global economic woes.
Jan 28, 2009 |
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Expert: Seven-year moratorium on Gulf oil drilling an unwise decision
The Obama administration's decision to maintain a ban on oil drilling in the eastern Gulf of Mexico and off the Atlantic and Pacific coasts is a mistake, according to a University of Illinois expert who wrote ...
Dec 13, 2010 |
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Samsung says to sell 25 mln 'smart TVs' this year
South Korea's Samsung Electronics said on Wednesday it plans to sell more than 25 million "smart TVs" this year as it tries to capture the emerging Internet TV market eyed by competitors including Apple.
Feb 08, 2012 |
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More U.S. consumers spurn cable TV bills
In July, the Benediktssons of Chandler, Ariz., declared their independence from cable television.
Oct 10, 2011 |
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Downturn dating: Hearts flutter as markets stutter
(AP) -- Credit the recession for "staycations" and bringing us more game-night parties at home. But also give it a shout for spurring more first dates.
Jul 05, 2009 |
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