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US stock futures surge on plan for mortgage giants Monday, September 8, 2008 @ 7:22AM(AP:NEW YORK) U.S. stock futures pointed to a huge rally Monday as investors rushed to lay bets on a broad economic recovery following the weekend announcement that the U.S. government plans to bail out mortgage lenders Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Stock futures jumped more than 1 percent.
US stock futures point to huge rally following government bailout of Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac Monday, September 8, 2008 @ 7:20AMNEW YORK (AP) - U.S. stock futures pointed to a huge rally Monday as investors rushed to lay bets on a broad economic recovery following the weekend announcement that the U.S. government plans to bail out mortgage lenders Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. U.S. stock futures jumped more than 2 percent.
Canadian stocks set to rally on news of rescue for major US mortgage lenders -- Canadian Commentary Monday, September 8, 2008 @ 7:17AM(RTTNews) - Bay Street will look to kick off the week on a positive note Monday morning, taking a cue from overseas markets and surging Wall Street stock futures after US government took control of mortgage behemoths Freddie Mac (FRE) and Fannie Mae (FNM) in order to shore up the beleaguered housing market and protect the financial system.
East Asia Minerals Intersects More High Grade Gold at Abong Including 11 Metres of 5.68 g/t Gold Monday, September 8, 2008 @ 7:17AM VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA-- - East Asia Minerals Corporation is pleased to report recent drill results, including 11.00 metres of 5.68 g/t gold in ABD-74 and 10.0 metres of 2.50 g/t gold in ABD-75, from its Abong Project located in Aceh Province, Indonesia.
US stock futures surge on plan for mortgage giants Monday, September 8, 2008 @ 7:12AM U.S. stock futures pointed to a huge rally Monday as investors rushed to lay bets on a broad economic recovery following the weekend announcement that the U.S. government plans to bail out mortgage lenders Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
PDX Announces Closing of Arrangement Monday, September 8, 2008 @ 7:00AM TORONTO, ONTARIO-- - PDX Resources Inc. is pleased to announce that at 12:01 a.m. Calgary time on September 6, 2008 it completed the previously announced spin-off by way of a plan of arrangement of all of its assets, other than 19 million common shares of Detour Gold Corporation and certain working capital, to Pelangio Exploration Inc. .
Colorado Goldfields, Inc. Announces Drilling Program Shows Progress Monday, September 8, 2008 @ 7:00AM LAKEWOOD, Colo.----Colorado Goldfields Inc. announces that the summer 2008 drilling program is progressing toward positive results.
PDX Announces Closing of Arrangement Monday, September 8, 2008 @ 7:00AM PDX Resources Inc. is pleased to announce that at 12:01 a.m. Calgary time on September 6, 2008 it completed the previously announced spin-off by way of a plan of arrangement of all of its assets, other than 19 million common shares of Detour Gold Corporation and certain working capital, to Pelangio Exploration Inc..
Dollar rallies after US rescue for mortgage giants Monday, September 8, 2008 @ 6:57AMThe dollar rose against the euro and yen on Monday after US authorities bailed out two mortgage finance giants, easing investor worries over the future of global markets, dealers said.
Lineker to wed Wales’ second sexiest woman Monday, September 8, 2008 @ 1:28AMWELSH model Danielle Bux is to marry Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker.
Rand firmer in morning trade Monday, September 8, 2008 @ 1:24AMThe scene has been set for a rebound on local financial markets today. The Rand is firmer this morning after it rose over 1% against the major currencies in after hours trade.
Gold is old as women turn to artificial jewels Monday, September 8, 2008 @ 1:16AMLAHORE: The trend of purchasing artificial jewellery is on the rise among Pakistani women, as the ever-rising cost of gold is encouraging them to settle for cheaper options when buying accessories.
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Football homecoming parade set for Thursday Monday, September 8, 2008 @ 12:35AMSgt. Matt Martin has finished his tour in Kuwait and returned to Germany. He is scheduled for discharge in November. His wife, Alera, flew to Germany to spend the remaining time. They will take their delayed honeymoon to the Canary Islands.
(AFX UK Focus) 2008-09-08 00:49 Seoul shares seen rangebound; U.S. data to weigh Sunday, September 7, 2008 @ 7:26PMSEOUL, Sept 8 (Reuters) - Seoul shares are set to trade in a tight range on Monday after a flat finish in Wall Street on Friday, but weak U.S. job data may weigh on exporters.
Vintage jewels gain popularity as investments Sunday, September 7, 2008 @ 7:09PM Rare vintage jewels are increasingly popular investments to protect against rising inflation and economic uncertainty, and Art Deco designs are commanding the most attention from collectors.
AP Financial NewsBrief at 6:54 p.m. EDT Sunday, September 7, 2008 @ 6:07PMWASHINGTON (AP) _ The Bush administration seized control Sunday of troubled mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, aiming to stabilize the housing market turmoil that is threatening financial markets and the overall economy.
A rare masterpiece... with a great deal for under- Sunday, September 7, 2008 @ 5:36PMA rare masterpiece comes to our shores... with a great deal for under-25s
(AFX UK Focus) 2008-09-07 16:00 TFN NEWS BRIEFING: Oil and utilities highlights to 15:45 BST Sunday, September 7, 2008 @ 10:13AM2008-09-07 15:07:16 When to cut? OPEC struggles with falling oil prices
More fencing, but no cleanup Sunday, September 7, 2008 @ 9:37AMVILLAGE OF UPPER MOENKOPI -- Hopi residents and tribal leaders demanded on Wednesday that federal agencies clean up radioactive waste threatening the water supply for at least one Hopi village.
A tale of two leaders, and bad news ballots Sunday, September 7, 2008 @ 9:00AMBrendan Nelson has morphed into Simon Crean, so expect a new Opposition leader by December.
Williams, Jankovic to meet for title at U.S. Open Sunday, September 7, 2008 @ 8:41AMNEW YORK — Serena Williams wound up and smacked a shot directly at Dinara Safina early in the second set of their U.S. Open semifinal.
Average Price Rises at Woodbine Sale Sunday, September 7, 2008 @ 8:07AMFour days after the selected session of Canadian-bred yearlings realized a small dip in average price, the preferred session boasted a 3% increase in average price despite large hikes in yearlings not sold and a drop in median price.
Stores hit the discount button Sunday, September 7, 2008 @ 4:38AMNEW YORK -- In a bid to pull reluctant shoppers into their stores, retailers are slashing prices on everything from jeans to dinnerware. But those fat discounts likely will come at a big cost for the companies.
Mining’s boom does little for Nevada’s bottom line Sunday, September 7, 2008 @ 4:03AMSun, Sep 7, 2008 (2 a.m.) Carson City — Sarah Palin is the new star of the Republican Party, embraced not only by social conservatives but also by the anti-tax advocates who dominate in Nevada.
Taking Aim at Title and Top Spot Saturday, September 6, 2008 @ 11:35AMWith a fiercely executed 6-3, 6-2 semifinal victory over Dinara Safina, Serena Williams advanced to the United States Open final.
Government limits inflate domestic gold price Saturday, September 6, 2008 @ 9:51AMVietNamNet Bridge - Domestic gold prices are consistently about US$100 an ounce higher than the international price because of local shortages caused by a government limit on imports, analysts said.
Albert Lea Community Theatre is gearing up for its 44th season Saturday, September 6, 2008 @ 9:10AMFor Karen Szymanowski, seeing a person on stage one night, then seeing that same person buying tomatoes in the grocery store the next day is one of the best parts of community theater.
Serena aims at the top again Saturday, September 6, 2008 @ 9:00AMSERENA Williams jumped and shrieked near the net yesterday as family members celebrated from their seats.
Serena bashes way back into final Saturday, September 6, 2008 @ 5:04AMNEW YORK -- Serena Williams wound up and smacked a shot directly at Dinara Safina early in the second set of their U.S. Open semifinal.
HOT TOPICS Saturday, September 6, 2008 @ 4:50AMNEW YORK - Her place in the final secure, Serena Williams briskly walked off center court and headed toward the locker room. In a hallway, she was intercepted by three of her fans who wanted a picture.
Houston Lake Mining raises exploration cash Friday, September 5, 2008 @ 8:46AMSudbury-based Houston Lake Mining Inc. has raised $200,000 needed for exploration work at its West Cedartree Gold Project near Kenora. The money was raised by selling 363,636 shares priced at 55 cents per unit "With the closing of this second financing, we now have in excess of [...]
Moutaineering hero to speak at conference Friday, September 5, 2008 @ 8:46AMA former Sudbury resident who has conquered the Seven Summits of the world will be a keynote speaker at a safety conference in Sudbury next month. Canadian Armed Forces aerospace engineer and team leader Meagan McGrath will speak at noon Oct. 1 at Safety Solutions 2008, the Industrial [...]
LKA and Richmont Agree to Extend Initial Commitment Period to Complete Current Golden Wonder Drilling Program Friday, September 5, 2008 @ 8:44AMLKA International, Inc. (OTCBB: LKAI) and Golden Wonder mine operator Richmont Mines Inc. (AMEX-TSX: RIC) have agreed to extend by sixty days the "Initial Commitment Period" described in the amended and restated "Letter Agreement" dated December 21, 2007. The Initial Commitment Period, originally set to expire on September 1, 2008, will now be extended until November 1, 2008.
Inservice training scheduled for volunteers Friday, September 5, 2008 @ 8:39AMCleburne ISD will host its annual inservice for participation in the Volunteers In Public Schools program at 8:30 a.m. Monday in the Central Office board room, located at 505 N. Ridgeway.
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LKA and Richmont Agree to Extend Initial Commitment Period to Complete Current Golden Wonder Drilling Program Friday, September 5, 2008 @ 8:25AM GIG HARBOR, Wash.----LKA International, Inc. and Golden Wonder mine operator Richmont Mines Inc. have agreed to extend by sixty days the "Initial Commitment Period" described in the amended and restated "Letter Agreement" dated December 21, 2007.
Gold Turns Higher After Five-Day Run Of Declines Friday, September 5, 2008 @ 8:21AM(RTTNews) - The price of gold surged higher on Friday in early trading as disappointing employment data led to a flight to safety. Gold for December delivery moved to $816.10, up $12.90 on the session. Prices reached as high as $818 in electronic moves.
Driving Changes for High Fuel Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 7:14PMHigh gas prices are nothing new. The rising cost of fuel has been a concern of drivers for some time now, so for relief at the pump, many are looking for a new solution to this ongoing problem, opting instead to change what they drive, as opposed to how much.
(AFX UK Focus) 2008-09-05 00:44 Seoul shares seen weak after U.S. data, share fall Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 7:10PMSEOUL, Sept 5 (Reuters) - Seoul shares may fall on Friday after worse-than-expected U.S. job data sent Wall Street shares lower overnight, but easier oil may lend some support.
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US stocks plummet Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 6:50PMNEW YORK: Dejected investors sent stocks plunging Thursday, hurtling the Dow Jones industrials down more than 340 points after retailers and the government added to a mountain of bad economic news and devastated hopes for a late-year recovery.
Stocks plummet after retail, unemployment data Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 3:06PM NEW YORK -- Wall Street dove sharply lower Thursday, sending the Dow Jones industrials down more than 300 points as retailers and the Labor Department added to the mountain of dismal...
Serena edges Venus in all-Williams U.S. Open quarter Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 3:04PMNEW YORK — Serena Williams watched the final shot sail beyond the baseline, and immediately her sister called for an instant-replay challenge. At that point, Venus Williams really had nothing else to lose.
High Growth Forecasted for the World Electric Vehicles Market Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 3:03PM Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report related to the Car Parts and supply industry is available in its catalogue.
The World As We See It Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 2:50PMFour reasons why this may be the worst crisis since the 1930s – and four projections for what’s going to happen. I identify the foundational forces now driving our economy to establish a basis for the investment recommendations you’ll read in this advisory in the months to come.
The LEED creed Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 2:44PMJuli Kaufmann never did answer the question: Can a building be LEED certified without being green? The question arises because Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design is the most popular of the green-building rating systems, attracting both enthusiastic adherents and furrow-browed doubters.
Rosen special update Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 2:42PMThere is nothing technical, fundamental, esoteric, or complicated about these charts. This is simple, basic and a most powerful type of analysis. It is not often mentioned by those bent on applying more dramatic, proprietary or you name it type of analysis. Using a monthly chart is most important.
East Asia Minerals Drills 103.15 Metres of 1.81 g/t Gold at Bawone Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 7:11AM VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA-- - East Asia Minerals Corporation reports that recent drilling at Bawone, located one kilometre south of Binebase, on Sangihe Island, Sulawesi, Indonesia, has encountered a thick interval of primary sulphide mineralization, including 103.15 metres of 1.81 g/t gold and 0.20% copper, in the northwestern end of the prospect area.
Most European Stocks, U.S. Futures Fall on Economy Concern, Oil Thursday, September 4, 2008 @ 7:00AMSept. 4 (Bloomberg) -- Most stocks in Europe and U.S. futures dropped on concern slowing economic growth and higher fuel costs will reduce earnings at consumer companies. Asian shares fell for a fourth day.