Obama: The 1980s Called, They Want Their Policy Back
President Obama chides Mitt Romney for calling Russia, and not Al Qaeda, the No. 1 threat to the United States.
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Unusual Quakes: Would Your Home Be Covered?
If you live on the East Coast, the earth moved under your feet Tuesday -- and in Colorado, the same thing happened Monday. With two fairly strong earthquakes hitting areas of the country where they rarely strike, you may be wondering: Am I covered? Should I be? DailyFinance answers your post-quake questions.
Why Single People Need Life Insurance Too
Despite some common misconceptions, life insurance isn't just for those of us who are married with children. If you're a single, you can benefit from it, too -- first, because you're probably more connected to people than you may think, and second, because it can be a great investment.
State Worker Retirements Are Soaring Across the Country
As wages and benefits shrink, state workers are retiring in droves. On top of all the layoffs, these retirements amount to a huge brain drain, and the problem will only get worse given the yawning budget gaps of states from coast to coast.
Canada Rejects Takeover Bid for Potash
In a surprise decision by a government that has historically favored foreign investment, Canada has rejected a foreign takeover bid for Saskatchewan-based Potash Corp. Australian mining company BHP Billiton had offered $38.6 billion in what would have been the world's largest corporate acquisition this year.
Study: Alcohol Is Most Harmful Drug to Society
A new study indicates that alcohol is far more harmful than illegal drugs such as crack cocaine, heroin, or marijuana, based on an analysis of both direct health effects and indirect costs to society as a whole.
Report: U.S. Bailout Falls 'Woefully Short' at Protecting Homeowners
The U.S. government's bailout has been less than effective in helping U.S. homeowners avoid foreclosure and could end up costing more than expected, according to a report from the Troubled Asset Relief Program's special inspector general.
A Biofuel Station Coming to a Town Near You
Lines for gasoline could start getting a little shorter on the West Coast, where startup Propel Fuels has raised $20 million to expand its network of biofuel stations. The financing comes just after the Feds set a new renewable fuel standard.
