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16 Year Old Charged in Walmart (NYSE: WMT) Racial Case

Walmart (NYSE: WMT) has been addressing days of publicity over an incident that occurred in their Washington Township, NJ location that cause public outrage internationally. A 16 year old boy from Atlantic County, NJ was arrested and charged with harassment and bias intimidation after he used the public address intercom in the store last Sunday. [...]
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Businesses Hope for Super Profits from Super Bowl

With the up-and-down economy in the United States, businesses are struggling to stay alive. Business owners welcome any occasion that can bring a boost in sales, even if it’s temporary. For some, the Super Bowl provides this boost, albeit temporary. On February 7, 2010, the city of Miami, Fl will host Super Bowl XLIV at [...]
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Toyota Announces Another Recall

Toyota announced on January 21, 2010 that they are recalling 2.3 million vehicles. Irv Miller, Toyota Motor Sales Group Vice-President said, “In recent months, Toyota has investigated isolated reports of sticking accelerator pedal mechanisms in certain vehicles without the presence of floor mats. Our investigation indicates that there is a possibility that certain accelerator pedal [...]
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Employment Opportunities To Improve In 2010

It has been two years since the recession began and in that time nearly two and a half million jobs have been lost. Employment opportunities have been scarce in that time however the downward spiral of lost jobs appears to be reaching an end. While the new year may not bring jobs for ever person [...]
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Millions Face Winter Without Heat

Winter weather is especially brutal for those who are struggling financially. As the mercury drops and homes require more electric, fuel oil, gas or whatever other heat source is used, many families are finding themselves in a difficult predicament this winter. According to The National Energy Assistance Directors’ Association (NEADA) an anticipated 9.2 million people [...]
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Tis The Season- For Winter House Fires

Fire officials in the Northeast and other regions of the country that experience harsh winter weather are urging consumers to practice safe home heating habits this winter. It is important to be aware of fire hazards throughout the year, however winter is an especially dangerous time of year when it comes to house fires. When the [...]
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Millions Gear Up For Holiday Shopping

The official start of the holiday shopping season is just a few days away. Millions of consumers have reported they will be out and about this weekend looking for holiday deals. The National Retail Federation (NRF) conducted a survey to gauge public interest in holiday shopping this year. The results indicate that many consumers who [...]