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Quarterly report Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 2:45PM 1ST QUARTER | BEARS 7, VIKINGS 0 Short-handed: After two plays, Bears DT Dusty Dvoracek is out with an arm injury.
Global recession pummels Asia factories; demand fades Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 9:30AMNew orders at Chinese factories tumbled in November while their U.S. retail customers used deep discounts to lure shoppers at the start of a holiday season overshadowed by fears of global recession.
How to save money cruising Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 8:51AMAs part of our series designed to help you plan book and save money during a recession we suggest 10 ways to cut costs on a cruising holiday.
Travelers thankful for cheap gas Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 8:06AMPaying less money at the pump was among the blessings Laurie May counted as she drove home Sunday from her Thanksgiving holiday trip.
Winchester Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 8:01AM— Deals on travel may appear abundant this holiday season, but at least one area consultant is advising people to use caution when planning a bargain-priced trip.
TOPWRAP 2-Global recession rocks Asia factories as demand fades Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 7:46AMBEIJING, Dec 1 (Reuters) - New orders at Chinese factories tumbled in November while their U.S. retail customers used deep discounts to lure shoppers at the start of what is expected to be a difficult holiday season overshadowed by a global recession.
BYU food team builds a better tortilla Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 7:18AMEvery day in Mexico, mothers send their children to thousands of neighborhood tortilla mills that dot the country. Often, the children make three trips a day, buying delicious, fresh corn tortillas for each meal.
One Man?s Military-Industrial-Media Complex Sunday, November 30, 2008 @ 2:10AMBarry R. McCaffrey, a retired four-star Army general, has quietly flourished at the intersection of network news and wartime commerce.
Drivers seek out cheap gas Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 9:45PMBANGOR, Maine — Local drivers who paid around $4 a gallon for gasoline just a few months ago have become savvy in finding the cheapest prices around, and don’t plan to make any changes even though gas prices have dropped.
The slumping economy is hitting local high school athletic programs, where administrators are struggling to stay in ... Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 8:14AMEach morning, long before the sun peers over the mountains in the Shenandoah Valley, Dick Krol rouses from his bed and begins collecting.
Black Friday Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 8:08AMThe Grinch got run over by die-hard Utah shoppers on Black Friday.
Gift from above: falling airfares pose a dilemma Saturday, November 29, 2008 @ 7:47AMLast-minute travelers this Thanksgiving enjoyed some nifty rewards from the airlines: dirt cheap fares. The gift is expected to last through Christmas, but it leaves travelers with a tough choice.
Ryanair axes more routes as major airlines cut fares Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 7:20PMRyanair has continued to axe routes as major airlines have cut fuel surcharges and have discounted fares to win passengers.
High Class Romance on the Cheap Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 5:15PM Sure, the economy stinks. And holiday shopping has probably already tapped you out for cash. But you can still have a great night out on the town without spending a fortune.
Airlines bump up fees for ski gear Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 9:28AMWhen Bill Getty helped organize a ski trip for fellow MBA students at Northwestern University, he told them to leave one thing behind -- their skis.
Inter-Korean railway, tours to halt as ties worsen Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 6:08AM A cargo train once seen as a symbol of inter-Korean reconciliation made its last trip north across the border Friday before North Korea shuts the service amid worsening ties with the South.
Inter-Korean railway, tours to halt as ties worsen Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 4:31AMA South Korean cargo train heads to the North at Dorasan Station. A train once seen as a symbol of inter-Korean reconciliation made its last trip northwards across the border on Friday before North Korea shuts the service amid worsening ties with the South
Holiday travelers avoid long lines, heavy traffic Thursday, November 27, 2008 @ 6:13AMTravelers breezed through airport terminals Wednesday and drivers cruised open roads, the effects of a sour economy blamed for keeping people closer to home at the start of the annual Thanksgiving rush.
Holiday Travel May Be Less Congested, Cheaper Thursday, November 27, 2008 @ 6:00AMWith tight budgets, smart shoppers are looking high and low for the best deals. Major retailers are slashing prices, trying to lure customers. The tourism industry is doing the same.
Despite Lower Gas Prices, Holiday Travel Expected To Be Low Thursday, November 27, 2008 @ 12:52AMStory Detail
Fujifilm Finepix S2000HD review Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 10:37PM In our Fujifilm Finepix S2000HD review, we take this superzoom camera for a few photographic excursions. Will the image quality and video performance match its great handling?
One Guy, 3 Netbooks Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 7:56PM(Comment on this netbook review at the bottom of the page.) Netbooks are a new category of laptop computer, defined mostly by their small size and cheap price. The category started only a year ago and has evolved drastically since.
Travelers head out of town on “Getaway Wednesday” Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 7:33PMToday is known as "Getaway Wednesday" and while many major airports are packed with people, it was a different story this morning in South Bend.
Correction: Airlines baggage policies story Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 7:23PMIn a Nov. 25 story and sidebar about airlines fees for ski equipment, The Associated Press reported erroneously that American Airlines charges separate checked baggage fees for skis and ski bags. The airline treats skis and ski bags as one checked item. A corrected version appears below.
Correction: Airlines baggage policies story Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 7:15PM In a Nov. 25 story and sidebar about airlines fees for ski equipment, The Associated Press reported erroneously that American Airlines charges separate checked baggage fees for skis and ski bags.
Fewer holiday travelers due to bad economy Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 7:11PM Travelers breezed through airport terminals Wednesday and drivers cruised open roads, the effects of a sour economy blamed for keeping people closer to home... Track your flight Traffic on your mobile phone Weather radars, alerts
Poly football second to none in regional history Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 7:34AMA century ago, fans of the first-year football team at Long Beach High School were having trouble creating interest in the squad because another team on campus was much more popular and successful.
Comfort Gadgets For The Holidays Tuesday, November 25, 2008 @ 11:20PMFamiliar and budget-friendly gizmos that can bring a touch of sweetness in a tough economy.
Holiday Travel Is Bargain Spot for the Willing Tuesday, November 25, 2008 @ 7:47PMBracing for a painful holiday season, hotels, airlines and cruise operators are offering deals to entice vacationers.
In tough times for travel business, Europe holds steady Tuesday, November 25, 2008 @ 7:46PMTravel agents say Europeans are reluctant to forego their year-end break, but that may change in the new year as they feel recession bite.
Space age Yankee Stadium a trek to next generation Tuesday, November 25, 2008 @ 6:58PMSomehow, Larry Dobrow had the chance to see the new Yankee Stadium for himself. From the ballroom-esque lounges to the galactic dugouts, he was blown away -- then blown back to reality.
Carbon County sheriff conducts fraud awareness seminar Tuesday, November 25, 2008 @ 5:11PMCarbon County Sheriff James Cordova presented a fraud awareness seminar at Castleview Hospital last Friday, demonstrating tactics local residents can use to help safeguard their sanity and pocketbooks.
Stocking Stuffers for Stretched Budgets Tuesday, November 25, 2008 @ 11:24AM(ARA) - The custom of giving gifts at Christmas dates back long before Santa Claus came onto the scene. The tradition of giving lavish gifts that stretch credit card payments months past the holidays, however, is more recent.
Frontier League seeks young, hungry players Sunday, November 23, 2008 @ 11:37AMMatt Enderle earned $600 a month as a rookie pitcher for the Rockford RiverHawks last season, logging countless hours on charter buses and in cheap hotels along the way.
Family moves from a beach to a bean field Sunday, November 23, 2008 @ 10:34AMGOODRICH - The Threadgolds traded a home near the beach in Southern California to one atop a soybean field near a tiny central North Dakota town.
U.S. hotel chain turns upscale for China Sunday, November 23, 2008 @ 10:11AMLike hotels built in China by other U.S. chains, Days Inns are almost unrecognizable to those familiar with their American counterparts, as the company adapts to local tastes.
Toledoan’s far-flung travels and building skills inspire her decorating Sunday, November 23, 2008 @ 9:53AMYour home is your castle. Unless you’re Sandi Brenner, then your home is straight out of the casbah. “I fell in love with Morocco. It was the most inspiring and fabulous trip I ever had,” says Ms. Brenner, who has translated world adventures into an exotic decor crafted on a tight budget. Cross the threshold of this unassuming South Toledo four-bedroom and into the moody living room. It’s dark ...
Amsterdam Guide Sunday, November 23, 2008 @ 9:48AMFor most people Amsterdam conjures up images of dope filled cafes and the infamous red light district. But while it is still possible to hang out smoking hash all day, the city has so much more to offer visitors than this clichéd stereotype.
Auto executives flew into PR trouble Sunday, November 23, 2008 @ 9:36AMSymbols are important in Washington, as are symbolic actions. So from a public-relations standpoint, the travel choices of the top executives at Ford Motor Co., General Motors Corp. and Chrysler LLC probably should have been given more thought.
Govt snips babus’ flights of fancy Saturday, November 22, 2008 @ 9:53PMNew Delhi, Nov. 22: Fasten your seat belts, babus. Air travel expenses during holidays are the government’s latest target as it girds up to tackle the global financial crisis.
A Hotel Chain Turns Upscale in China Saturday, November 22, 2008 @ 9:25PMLike hotels built in China by other U.S. chains, Days Inns are almost unrecognizable to those familiar with their American counterparts.
African adventure: Travel agent finds natural wonderland, big game Saturday, November 22, 2008 @ 5:33PMIndiana Jones and Hal Graff share two things in common: a love of adventure and a fear of snakes. Never mind lions and tigers. Graff, of Bloomington, was clear when he e-mailed outfitters in South Africa the timing of his safari had to be when the odds of encountering snakes were low.
Our Summer of Stairs Saturday, November 22, 2008 @ 8:51AMWhen life hands you a ninth-floor walk-up, what happens when you come home from shopping and find you forgot the lemons?
Keep Your Family Safe From Uniformed Imposters Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 11:39PMUniforms worn by power workers, paramedics and law enforcement officers are cheap, easy and fast to get, but they could get in the wrong hands.
Intellectual Property Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 5:15PMIt is well-known that in China the problem of intellectual property protection lies not with the laws which are relatively comprehensive and basically comply with the obligations under the Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPs).
A Healthy Diet On A Slim Food Budget - Tips From Rush University Medical Center Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 2:09PMIn lean economic times, we may need to tighten our food budgets, but it is important to do so wisely. Processed foods are definitely cheap. A dollar buys 1,200 calories of cookies or potato chips, but only 250 calories of carrots; or 875 calories of soda, but only 170 calories of orange juice.
Airport expected to keep most flights Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 9:12AMFares and associated fees likely will continue to creep up, but Springfield-Branson National Airport should be able to retain most of its current flights and destinations through 2009.
Trends shift toward living on the cheap Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 6:35AMFrugality is making a comeback. Fearful that economic conditions could get worse and stay that way, Americans are showing an enthusiasm for thriftiness not seen in decades.
Crossing to Mexico for Hospitals and Healthcare Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 1:22AMNow, Mexican medicine. American companies are building hospitals south of the border to serve refugees from an ailing health-care system.
Lower Air Fares Help Buck Travel Trend Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 11:36PMAAA motor club expects a light travel season this holiday, but local travel agents are seeing another trend forming.