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Thursday, February 21, 2013
The Two-Way
In Wal-Mart's Earnings Report, A Lesson On The Tax Code
February 21, 2013 Corporate tax credits improved its profits, but those were tempered by the payroll tax increase on its customers.
The Two-Way
Existing Home Sales Rise Again; 'Seller's Market Is Developing,' Realtors Say
February 21, 2013 Sales were up more than 9 percent from a year ago. Realtors report that across much of the nation, would-be buyers are beginning to outpace the supply of homes.
The Two-Way
Inflation Was In Check Last Month; Jobless Claims Jumped Last Week
February 21, 2013 Consumer prices were flat in January. But since then, gas prices have risen sharply. So upcoming inflation reports may not be as positive.
The Two-Way
Who's Been Hacked By China? Better Question Might Be: Who Hasn't?
February 21, 2013 As news continues to come in about evidence of hack attacks from China, more companies and agencies are stepping forward to say they were targets of such snooping. Chinese authorities continue to say the state is not behind the attacks.
All Tech Considered
Amid Lawsuits, Aereo Brings Broadcast TV To The Internet
February 21, 2013 Backed by broadcasting powerhouse Barry Diller, a new service picks up broadcast TV signals and makes them available over the Web — and the TV networks don't like that one bit. Currently available only in New York City, Aereo is planning to expand ... if it makes it through the legal challenges.
It's All Politics
Defense Cuts May No Longer Be Political Sacred Cow
February 21, 2013 Defense Secretary Leon Panetta has said the looming automatic spending cuts will damage U.S. national security. But the warnings don't appear to be moving the needle with lawmakers or the American public.
Planet Money
Three Ways To Totally Transform U.S. Immigration Policy
February 21, 2013 Economists dream big: open borders, visa auctions or preferential access for high-skilled workers.
It's All Politics
One Place You May Notice The Sequester: At The Airport
February 21, 2013 Officials predict that cutbacks at the FAA could lead to takeoff delays and fewer flights. Unless Congress acts, across-the-board spending cuts are scheduled to take effect March 1.
The Salt
Secret Menus Give Restaurants A Not-So-Secret Boost
February 21, 2013 Secret menus aren't new, but more restaurants are trying them out in order to set themselves apart and increase sales. Panera Bread, for instance, has rolled out a new secret menu with low-carb, health-conscious options to appeal to a new group of customers.
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
The Two-Way
New York Times Co. Plans To Sell 'Boston Globe'
February 20, 2013 The company said it wanted to focus on The New York Times, its flagship newspaper. The Times bought the Globe for a record $1.1 billion in 1993.
