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The World's Most Dangerous Roads Locals call them Blood Alley, the Road to Death, Massacre Mountain and Slaughter Lane. Here's why. Mexico's Peso May Face Upward Pressure An increased benchmark interest rate could force the peso to appreciate further. The Man Behind The Obama Show It's Ricky Kirshner's job to make sure the Democrat's big party comes off right. Is Content King Once More? While social networks grab the limelight, small media sites are attracting buyers. Looking For Energy, Google Goes Geothermal Google.org announces it will help find ways to tap the heat under the earth's surface.

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Fannie, Freddie shares dive on bailout fears, bonds up (Reuters) Reuters - Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac shares plunged to their lowest levels in almost 20 years on Wednesday, while the mortgage companies' bonds rallied on the belief that an increasingly likely government bailout would wipe out shareholders but secure their massive debt. California mulls probing senator over IndyMac crash (Reuters) Reuters - California's attorney general is reviewing a request by former employees of IndyMac Bancorp Inc to investigate whether a New York senator triggered the bank's collapse by releasing confidential information. New York AG intensifies auction-rate debt probe (Reuters) Reuters - New York's state attorney general office on Wednesday intensified its probe into auction-rate debt focusing on Bank of America Corp, Goldman Sachs and Deutsche Bank AG, while issuing a warning to brokerages. Wall St rises as bank, energy shares rebound (Reuters) Reuters - U.S. stocks rose on Wednesday as bank and energy shares rebounded even as investors dumped Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac on fears of an imminent government bailout of the housing finance companies. Lehman couldn't secure Korean Funds: report (Reuters) Reuters - Lehman Brothers Chief Executive Dick Fuld nearly struck a deal to raise almost $5 billion from South Korean wealth funds and institutions but the pact disintegrated, the New York Post said citing sources familiar with the matter. China shares surge 5.89 pct by midday (AFP) AFP - Chinese share prices surged 5.89 percent by midday Wednesday amid speculation that the authorities will soon launch new measures to boost the ailing stock market, dealers said. Trends & Innovations - Wednesday (Investor's Business Daily) Investor's Business Daily - The proportion of working-age Americans facing medical debt rose to 72 mil or 41% last year, up from 58 mil or 34% in '05, according to a new survey by the nonprofit Commonwealth Fund. About half of those facing health debt have up to $2,000 in bills, while 12% have more than $4,000 in debt and another 12% have more than $8,000. The survey also found most of those with medical debt said they had exhausted their savings, with some also tapping into credit cards, home equity or cutting back on food or heat to cover health care costs. BJ's Wholesale profit up; stock falls on forecast (Reuters) Reuters - BJ's Wholesale Club Inc reported higher-than-expected quarterly earnings, but its shares fell nearly 7 percent as the retailer gave a disappointing forecast, signaling business could be tough in the fourth quarter that includes the crucial holiday season.

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NPR Topics: Business Wed, 20 Aug 2008 13:00:00 -0400

Digging For Gas In New YorkRural communities in New York and Pennsylvania have seen intense leasing activity as energy companies have turned to natural gas buried deep underground. Extraction has potential to jump-start the flagging local economy, but it has also raised environmental concerns. The Media And The EconomyMark Jurkowitz, associate director of the Project for Excellence in Journalism, talks about media coverage of the economy and why the news hasn't always kept up with public interest and concern. Crowd Sourcing Turns Business On Its HeadWhat happens when a company lets customers design and vote on their own products? Some Web-based outfits are finding success by doing just that. And the new business model is really catching on. Calif. Requires Hybrid Cars To Make Some NoiseElectric hybrid cars are quiet, and all-electric cars are even quieter. While all that's nice for passengers, it can be dangerous for pedestrians. California's legislature has passed a bill to ensure that the vehicles make enough noise that they'll be heard by sight-impaired people crossing the street. High-End Stores Share Discount Retailers' WoesRetail sales are down in the U.S., but it isn't just Target, Home Depot and Staples that are showing lower profits. High-end retailers are having trouble, too. Saks says many of its customers are cutting back. Weak reports from retailers is one of the factors that sent stocks lower this week. Quarterly reports from other retailers are expected Wednesday. Soaring Food Prices Threaten ProgressFood prices around the world have hit record highs — and that's starting to take a toll. For example, some experts worry those left hungry in Ethiopia will suffer permanent physical and mental disabilities, such as chronic illness and lower IQ. How To Know If You're RichPastor Rick Warren asked both presidential candidates about their definition of "rich" this weekend. They gave very different answers. Jared Bernstein of the Economic Policy Institute offers his definition of rich, middle class and upper middle class. Fannie And Freddie Still ShakingAfter a bail-out last month, the government-sponsored companies are still on unsteady ground. The director of macroeconomics at Moody's Economy.com examines what trouble for Fannie and Freddie means for the economy. 'Marketplace' Report: Inflation SurgesThe Labor Department reports that prices at the wholesale level shot up 1.2 percent in July — the hottest inflation since 1981. The federal government blames rising energy motor vehicles costs, among other matters. Should Babies Get Own Plane Section?10,000 people voted to create a separate section for parents with babies and small children on the bargain fare Web site, Airfare Watchdog.com. The Web site's creator discusses the feasibility of such an idea. Tax Credit For First-Time Home BuyersCongress just passed the Housing Act, authorizing a tax credit of up to $7,500 for certain first-time home buyers. Our personal finance contributor says consumers need to be careful when signing up. Send Your Back-To-School Saving TipsHow are you economizing during the back to school shopping season? We want all your creative ideas. The EcononautWhat does "producer price index" mean? Adam Davidson, NPR's economics reporter explains. Calif. Home Sales Up Amid Drastic Price CutsThe number of home sales is finally increasing in Southern California, one of the hardest-hit areas. The bad news is that about half of the homes were sold as part of foreclosure proceedings, and it appears that many homes finally moved because of drastic price reductions. Banking, Housing Worries Drive Down StocksOil prices were down again Tuesday — about a dollar a barrel — despite concerns about Tropical Storm Fay in the Gulf of Mexico. But the oil news was overshadowed by the financial markets, where concern about banking and housing were driving stocks lower.