Consumer Spending Forecast to Boost U.S. Economy by The Associated Press May 20th 2013 6:08AM Consumer spending is likely to pick up this year, while government spending declines at a faster rate, according to a survey of business economists.
Why Your Facebook Account Is More Secure Than Your Bank Account by Matt Brownell May 20th 2013 5:00AM Facebook and Google use an extra line of defense to keep intruders out of your account. Why don't banks do the same?
$600 Million Powerball Jackpot: One Winning Ticket Sold in Fla. by The Associated Press May 19th 2013 3:00AM One single ticket in Florida has beaten the odds by matching the numbers drawn for the highest Powerball jackpot in history at an estimated $590.5 million.
Report: Yahoo Nearing $1.1 Billion Acquisition of Tumblr by The Associated Press May 18th 2013 9:04AM Yahoo may be on the verge of acquiring content-sharing site Tumblr for $1.1 billion, its biggest acquisition during the 10-month reign of CEO Marissa Mayer.
Want to Refinance Your Student Loans? The CFPB Wants to Help by Dan Caplinger May 18th 2013 5:00AM The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau wants to help people struggling with heavy student loan debt get the same kind of ability to refinance that mortgage-holders have.
Rising Consumer Demand Boosts Organic Industry Clout by The Associated Press May 18th 2013 5:00AM The organic food industry is gaining clout on Capitol Hill, but it isn't going over well with everyone in Congress.
Lipsticks That Won't Hurt Your Pocketbook or Your Health by Bruce Watson May 18th 2013 5:00AM Some lipsticks contain high levels of toxins you'd never want near your mouth, including lead. To dodge that bullet, consider these cosmetics that are low on hazard and price.
