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G-20 Finance Officials: Too Early To End Stimulus

Finance officials from rich and developing countries pledged Saturday to maintain emergency support for their economies until recovery is assured, but failed to reach a clear agreement to bear the cost of fighting climate change. More
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Jobless: 10 Percent Is Tougher Than It Used To Be

It hurts more to be unemployed now than the last time the jobless rate hit 10 percent. More

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What Recovery? Unemployment Shoots Past 10 Percent

Just when it was beginning to look a little better, the economy relapsed Friday with a return to double-digit unemployment for only the second time since World War II and warnings that next year will be even worse than previously thought. More

Obama Signs Bill Assisting Homebuyers, Jobless

President Barack Obama signed a $24 billion economic stimulus bill into law Friday, giving tax incentives to prospective homebuyers and additional jobless benefits to those idled by the business slump. More

McDonald's Settles 'Who's Your Patty' Suit

A Minnesota hamburger parlor and McDonald's Corp. have settled a federal lawsuit over the phrase, "Who's your patty?" More

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Stocks Zigzag In Wake Of Jobs Report

Stocks fluctuated in a tight range Friday as investors found some positives for the market in a surprisingly weak jobs report. More

Obama To Sign Homebuyer, Jobless Bill Assistance

President Barack Obama is set to sign a $24 billion economic stimulus bill providing tax incentives to prospective homebuyers and extending unemployment benefits to the longtime jobless who have been left behind as the economy veers toward recovery. More

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Taxpayers Risked Trillions At Crisis' Peak

Government officials put trillions of taxpayer dollars on the line to guarantee risky bank assets -- a strategy that could cause permanent and costly market distortions, a government watchdog says. More

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AIG Posts 2nd Consecutive Quarterly Profit

AIG said Friday it was profitable for the second straight quarter as its core insurance operations continue to stabilize after the company's bailout by the government last year. More

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Slideshow 2: Viewers At Airshow

The Wings Over Houston Airshow was held at Ellington Field on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 2009. More than 80,000 people attended. Check out some of the viewers who visited the KPRC booth. More

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- House Passes Health Care Bill On Close Vote
  In a victory for President Barack Obama, the Democratic-controlled House narrowly passed landmark health care legislation Saturday night to expand coverage to tens of millions who lack it and place tough new restrictions on the insurance industry. Republican opposition was nearly unanimous.
- Funeral Services Held For Young Girl Hit By Car
  Makaylin Angel, 6, is laid to rest after being killed on Monday by a suspected drunk driver.
- Muslim Leader Had Troubling Talks With Suspect
  An Army psychiatrist who authorities say went on a shooting rampage at Fort Hood was so conflicted over what to tell fellow soldiers about fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan that a local Islamic leader was deeply troubled by it, the leader said Saturday.
- Deputies Arrest 2 Teens In Slaying
  Harris County homicide investigators said they have made two arrests after an 18-year-old woman was found dead Friday morning.
- House Passes Landmark Health Care Bill
  Democrats passed landmark health care legislation in the House late Saturday night, spurred by a summons from President Barack Obama to "answer the call of history."
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- Home Builder Accused Of Distributing Drugs
  Nov. 5, 2009: A prominent home builder and his wife are charged with drug possession and intent to distribute. Carl Willis reports.
- Vigil Held At Fort Hood
  Nov. 6, 2009: The Army reveals that the soldier who opened fire on base fired more than 100 rounds, KPRC Local 2 reports.
- Houston Woman Turns 105
  Oct. 27, 2009: Juanita Black has plenty to sing about. She turned 105 years old. Rachel McNeill reports.
- Zeigler Guilty Of Capital Murder
  Jurors reach a verdict in the capital murder trial of a man accused of killing his 2-year-old stepdaughter. Phil Archer reports.
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- Your Pictures, Part 1: Hurricane Ike Targets Texas
  Check out viewers' pictures of Hurricane Ike.
- Slideshow 2: Viewers At Airshow
  The Wings Over Houston Airshow was held at Ellington Field on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 2009. More than 80,000 people attended. Check out some of the viewers who visited the KPRC booth.
- Slideshow: Viewers At Airshow
  The Wings Over Houston Airshow was held at Ellington Field last weekend. More than 80,000 people attended. Check out the viewers who visited the KPRC Local 2 booth.
- Tragedy At Fort Hood
  A soldier opened fire at a U.S. Army base in Fort Hood, Texas, on Thursday, unleashing a stream of gunfire that left 13 people dead and 31 wounded.

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- Healthy Living In Your 40s
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- Manage Stress, Find Balance
  The idea of living a balanced life may seem like an oxymoron. Yet working toward balance and self-care is key to feeling in control and more joyful at home and work.
- Weight & Exercise: The Right Mix
  Being healthy is related to how well you take care of yourself. But it’s never too late! A woman can learn new, healthy habits at any age.
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- Six Answers Interviewers Need To Hire You
  During the typical job interview, you'll be asked a lot of questions. But do you really understand what the interviewer needs to know?
- Guide To Negotiating A Great Salary
  You can start laying the groundwork for your salary negotiation even before the first interview. Here's a step-by-step guide.
- Should You Say Yes To A Buyout?
  In today’s economy, the lure of a big-bucks buyout can be tempting, but before you say yes, take the time to understand what it will mean for you.
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  In the current job market, you'd better have your act together, or you won't stand a chance. Check yourself on these 10 basic points before your next interview.
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- Halloween Guide: Last-Minute Costumes, Candy & More
  Did You Miss One Of Our Eerily Awesome Halloween Stories This Week? Don't Worry, Here's Your Frugal Guide To The Horrifying Holiday.
- Car Dealers Protected From New Consumer Protection Agency
  A New Consumer Financial Protection Agency Would Have Broad Authority But Big Gaps With An Exemption For Auto Dealers.
- GM Extends Refund Program To Jan. 4
  Still Want To Take Advantage Of That General Motors Refund Promotion? You're In Luck.
- Winterizing Cars Doesn't Have To Break The Bank
  You Don't Need To Spend A Lot To Get Your Car Ready For Winter's Tough Conditions.
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- Cheap Car Drives Like A Pricey One
  The Volkswagen Jetta is the best deal in town if you like the idea of a solid sedan or wagon with European flair.
- It’s About Attitude: ’09 Mini Cooper
  The MINI Cooper provides a combination of fun-to-drive performance, engineering and unconventional attitude.
- Hottest Sports Cars of the Future
  Want to know which sports cars you'll soon be daydreaming about? We've got them all right here.
- 10 SUVs That Are Cheaper Than Cars
  Prices have dropped even farther. In this gallery, we round up the largest SUVs you can buy for less than the price of an average car.
- Made In America! Best 20 Cars
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- Top 10 Real Estate Nightmares
  Learn how you can avoid these hair-raising real estate horrors.
- 5 Fast Deacorating Ideas
  Here are five great decorating projects to make your space homey -- all without wiping out you or your bank account.
- Add Architectual Detail To Your Home
  Get the Top 10 ways to add more architectual detail to your home and enhance your space.
- Buying To Flip Not Smart In Today's Market
  If home doesn't meet long-term needs, don't buy it. Ironically, buyers tend to pull back when the market is soft and buy when the market is high.
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