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Limbaugh Taken In by Federal Judge Hoax - NYTimes.com

Another example of why Wikipedia is not a reference tool for college research papers:

Limbaugh Taken In by Federal Judge Hoax - NYTimes.com

Amazon Tries to Cut Frustration Over Packaging

Amazon Tries to Cut Frustration Over Packaging - N...: "Continuous improvement, cost savings, and customer friendly. What's not to like? Why do other companies hesitate to follow Amazon's lead? (..."

Coffee prices soar, you may feel the pinch - Sep. 10, 2010

A look at markets, prices, supply and demand in a way that we can understand - and have interest in - coffee prices! This article illustrates many management and marketing concerns and is a valuable read.

Coffee prices soar, you may feel the pinch - Sep. 10, 2010

With the New Focus, Ford Bets That It’s a Small World - NYTimes.com

Ford, which did not enter Bankruptcy as did it's American counterparts, has become incredibly profitable. This article is from January, 2010. Find subsequent articles regarding its' financial turnaround.

With the New Focus, Ford Bets That It’s a Small World - NYTimes.com

10 Mistakes That Start-Up Entrepreneurs Make - WSJ.com

10 Mistakes That Start-Up Entrepreneurs Make - WSJ.com

Retargeting Ads Follow Surfers to Other Sites - NYTimes.com

Another look at how businesses are using technology to market (or "remarket") again raising the issues of privacy - or how much privacy is a good thing.

Retargeting Ads Follow Surfers to Other Sites - NYTimes.com

Location Sites Experiment to Attract Mainstream Users - NYTimes.com

Technological advances or personal intrusions? How can businesses capitalize on these breakthrough trends? And will the next generation even consider "privacy" and "safety" issues?

Location Sites Experiment to Attract Mainstream Users - NYTimes.com

Through Islamic Center Debate, World Sees U.S. - NYTimes.com

A global view of a controversial topic here in the States.

Through Islamic Center Debate, World Sees U.S. - NYTimes.com

Wal-Mart Asks Supreme Court to Weigh In on Bias Suit - NYTimes.com

The largest discrimination, class-action lawsuit, against Wal-Mart, moves to the Supreme Court.

Wal-Mart Asks Supreme Court to Weigh In on Bias Suit - NYTimes.com

Your Brain on Computers - Overuse of Digital Devices May Lead to Brain Fatigue - NYTimes.com

This is what your mom (and I) have been telling you for years! Downtime allows your brain to process and store information/memories into long-term storage. Take a break from the electronica and go for a walk!

Your Brain on Computers - Overuse of Digital Devices May Lead to Brain Fatigue - NYTimes.com

NorthJersey.com: Applying for a loan can still be a nightmare

It is difficult to finance small business operations. Here is a look at the promises and pitfalls of a government loan program.

NorthJersey.com: Applying for a loan can still be a nightmare

Nordstrom Uses Web to Locate Items and Increase Sales - NYTimes.com

Tech-savvy and customer friendly, Nordstroms is seamlessly integrating brick and mortar stores with their website to move product. This article discusses how it is generating a competitive advantage, boosting margins, increasing turnover and improving earnings. How can you apply these lessons to your business?

Nordstrom Uses Web to Locate Items and Increase Sales - NYTimes.com

Egg Industry Faces New Scrutiny After Outbreak - NYTimes.com

This is an interesting dilemna at intersection of business, government (regulation) and science (various claims by activists, etc...)
Would you be willing to pay more for a more 'humane' egg?

Egg Industry Faces New Scrutiny After Outbreak - NYTimes.com

In Mott’s Strike, More Than Paychecks at Stake - NYTimes.com

Workers on Strike at a profitable company - who is right? "Rich owners" or "overpaid workers"?

In Mott’s Strike, More Than Paychecks at Stake - NYTimes.com

Starting a Business: Top 7 Reasons Why Small Businesses Fail

Read the following article and focus on the first five reasons given on why businesses fail.

Starting a Business: Top 7 Reasons Why Small Businesses Fail

As China Expands in Latin America, Tensions Fester at Its Mining Venture in Peru - NYTimes.com

Interesting spin on the age-old tension between colonial power and the colonized. But the twist is the colonial power is a nation advancing the idea of solidarity. Could China only be in it for their own financial gain?

As China Expands in Latin America, Tensions Fester at Its Mining Venture in Peru - NYTimes.com

As E-Books Gain, Barnes and Noble Tries to Stay Ahead - NYTimes.com

Remember the two key words for any business success - "competitive advantage". No amount of money, talent or time will compensate for this. Knowing what makes you special and how a market segment values it is the key to a successful business. Read this article through to the end to see this discussed and applied.

As E-Books Gain, Barnes and Noble Tries to Stay Ahead - NYTimes.com

Merck discloses probe of foreign sales practices

MNC's, culture, bribery, business practices continues to be a big topic in International Business - one where the lines seem to shift. Merck, the big pharma company, is being investigated for making illegal payments.

The Associated Press: Merck discloses probe of foreign sales practices

Fed-up attendant curses out fliers, exits JetBlue flight by emergency slide – USATODAY.com

Maybe we have an issue with a boss, customer, or simply do not like our job. And this exit may seem like one you wish to emulate - but not at the expense of seven years in prison this employee is facing.

Fed-up attendant curses out fliers, exits JetBlue flight by emergency slide – USATODAY.com