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Business appears to be slowly improving in rural areas of 11 Midwest and Plains states, but the economy there remains weak, according to a new survey of bankers.
Maine energy officials say the average price for home heating oil is unchanged for the third week in a row at $2.56 a gallon.
A global network of aid agencies says world powers consider climate change the most significant challenge to humanitarian work.
The housing market welcomed a bigger share of first-time buyers and single women this past year, while a majority of sellers resorted to dialing down prices to get their homes sold, a new homebuyer survey shows.
Just one in 20 Americans say they plan to buy a home within the next year, and they're most likely to be 34 years old or younger and living in the South or West, according to a survey released Wednesday.
Results from a new economic survey may ease concerns about rising unemployment and its effect on consumer spending, as forecasters say more employers appear willing to hire in the coming months.
For a second straight month, a survey of rural bankers in 11 Midwest and Plains states suggests economic conditions are improving but remain weak.
Men and women are accepting — and even embracing — the increasing role of women in the workplace, but many are still struggling with the repercussions on family life.
Fed up with rising fees, interest rate hikes, limit cuts and other harsh changes to their credit cards, most consumers want the date for major reforms moved up.
Airlines are challenged by weak revenue and volatile fuel prices, but many executives think keeping loyal customers happy is the best way to improve their business, according to a new survey.
New-found frugality and the tendency to save more may be permanent changes brought about by the recession, according to a new national survey released on Friday.
Across all income levels, the recession has led shoppers to reevaluate their spending and adopt cost-saving strategies — and people say those new habits will last even after the economy recovers.
A monthly survey of bankers suggests that the rural economy in 11 Midwest and Plains states improved slightly over the past month but remains weak.
A recent survey of retirement account investors at colleges and universities shows even professors and researchers sought out investment advice as the stock market downturn began draining retirement accounts.
Food banks across the country are being stretched by a recession-fueled surge in first time users, according to a survey released on Monday.
Americans are learning more about Islam, and familiarity with the faith makes people more likely to view Muslims favorably and less likely to believe Islam encourages violence, according to a new study.
Economists are pleased with the Federal Reserve's policy on interest rates but skeptical of the government's ability to rein in spending, curb greenhouse gases or overhaul health care, a new survey finds.
A new survey by Banc of America Securities-Merrill Lynch showed optimism among portfolio managers about the chances for global economic recovery rising to their highest level in nearly six years.
Even with most U.S. businesses still reluctant to add new employees, some pockets of hiring are emerging in industries such as accounting, information technology and restaurants, government data show.
Many Americans are badly lagging in their emergency funds even as rising unemployment increases the odds they will need to rely on them to get by, a new survey released Tuesday shows.
Most people believe the economic downturn has led to more gang violence, according to a new national survey released Thursday.
Lending among the biggest banks to receive government bailout funds was flat in May as the worsening recession led to efforts to pay off debt, the U.S. Treasury said.
About three out of five Americans believe there will be widespread swine flu cases this fall or winter, but most are not worried it will strike them or their family, according to a survey released Thursday.
American demand for handguns has fueled a 28 percent jump this decade in world exports of pistols, rifles, shotguns and other small arms, a global report said Thursday.
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Stricter credit card terms likelyBanks expect to tighten terms on credit cards in response to a new law that aims to protect consumers from sudden rate increases, the Federal Reserve said Monday.
Some would argue that there is a fine line between being a good driver and a bad one. The criteria for determining ones driving credibility is usually based upon their driving record: how many tickets they have, DUIs, accidents, etc.
Kids 'absolutely' feel parents' stress, 30% worry about financesAmericans young and old appear resigned to the stress in their lives: 75% of adults feel moderate to high stress, yet fewer report it's getting worse, a survey reports today. And, children and teens are plenty stressed, too, even though their parents may not realize it.
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For Climate Change deniers, seeing still isn't believing. Here's the proof.For those that still don't believe Climate Change is real and man made, maybe they will believe thier own eyes. (and maybe not).
Kingsford couple dismayed by property survey A property survey for construction of a neighboring apartment complex has left a Kingsford couple with less of a home. Diane and Doug Hicks of 409 Garfield St. presented a letter to Kingsford City Council on Monday seeking remedies for their predicament.
Backfire! NC GOP-er Delivers Anti-Republican Survey Comments To Dem Gov"I am embarrassed to be associated with this organization. Your tactics are disgusting and you're going to lose a generation of voters," was one, Perdue spokeswoman Chrissy Pearson told the News.
Minor earthquake shakes ArkansasLITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) - A minor earthquake has rattled portions of northern Arkansas. The U.S. Geological Survey says a quake with a magnitude of 2.8 was recorded about 7:20 a.m. Friday near Higden, about 52 miles north of Little Rock.
Investors.com - Independents Lose Faith In President Amid Big Job LossesThe survey found that some 44% of independents say his handling of the economy is poor or unacceptable vs. only 29% that gave him high marks.
Youth 'cannot live' without webA survey of 16 to 24 year olds has found that 75% of them feel they "couldn't live" without the internet. The report, published by online charity YouthNet, also found that four out of five young people used the web to look for advice.
Fat children 'don't want surgery'A survey of clinically obese children says they reject the idea of weight loss surgery. More than half of 100 children, who are on the government backed Carnegie Weight Management Programme, say they view gastric bands as "cheating'" But two-thirds feel they do not get any sup …
Q3 2009 Performance Rating of RP's Arroyo 'Bad' Again[Manila, Philippines] The Third Quarter 2009 Social Weather Survey, fielded over September 18-21, 2009, found 23% satisfied and 62% dissatisfied with President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo's performance, for a net rating of -38 (% satisfied minus % dissatisfied, correctly rounded), w …
Calorie labeling doesn't curb NYC fast food habitsA rule that requires New York City fast food restaurants to post calorie information on their menu boards has not changed consumer habits in low-income neighborhoods, according to a study published on Tuesday.While half of consumers surveyed said they noticed the labeling, and ab …
Girls have more chores than boys, survey saysMore girls than boys must do household chores, according to Highlights first "state of the kid" survey.
85% of Mac users own a PCThe NPD survey found that 12% of US computer-owning households have a Mac. However, 85% of those also own a Windows PC, suggesting that the Mac/PC divide is nowhere near as clear cut as both Apple and Microsoft suggest.
Autism rate increases 1 in 91 children - 40% are CURED?Are these numbers real? They were gained through phone calls to parents. Can a child really be CURED of Autism? Is it a disease to "cure" anyway?
Seclusion, Restraint and Abuse in Alabama Public Schools- SurveyAbuse, seclusion, aversive interventions and restraint are all important issues that dominate children of all abilities in the public schools and residential treatment facilities. The first step in ending torture in schools is by taking this survey.
IBM Survey: Three in Four Americans Choose Quality over Lowest Price in Food AislesA new IBM (NYSE: IBM) study reveals that despite tough economic times, Americans at all income levels are refusing to sacrifice quality, value and nutrition to save money on food and health & beauty purchases. The current economy has, however, led U.S.
New Poll Says Americans Strongly Oppose Soda TaxA new nationwide Rasmussen Reports survey showed that 70 percent of Americans oppose a national tax on all non-diet soft drinks, while only 18 percent supported the idea of an "obesity tax" on regular soda like the one proposed by New York Gov. David Paterson.
More women having a healthy breast removedA small but growing number of women with breast cancer are choosing to have the unaffected breast removed in an effort to prevent a recurrence, researchers reported Monday.
Sometimes it's possible to give voice to bigotry by simply asking a question. A question calls for a response. In Facebook there have been a series of these kinds of questions in the form of surveys. The latest question to make the rounds:
2010 Vice-Presidential, Senatorial Preferences--August 2009 Pulse Asia survey[Manila, Philippines] Pulse Asia's August 2009 Nationwide Survey on Filipinos' Vice-Presidential and Senatorial Preferences for the May 2010 Elections
High Health Care Costs Cause Many To Skip Meds, TestsLANCASTER, Pa. --While the current health care system meets the needs of most Americans, a significant percentage say the cost of health care and availability of health insurance coverage causes them significant problems.
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