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Air Force puts designs on a new biofuel
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Eve Troeh
May 30, 2011
You've probably never heard of camelina. But the fuel could lessen the miltary's use of oil.
At G8, Japan turns toward the sun
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Eve Troeh
May 27, 2011
Japan has cancelled plans to expand nuclear capacity and opted instead to focus on renewable energy, most notably solar power.
New Jersey to exit regional greenhouse gas program
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Eve Troeh
May 27, 2011
Republican Governor Chris Christie calls a 10-state regional greenhouse gas reduction program a failure and says New Jersey will pull out by year's end.
Is home ownership still part of the American Dream?
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Eve Troeh
May 13, 2011
Owning your home used to be a symbol of stability. But since the housing market crashed, some people are questioning whether owning a home is worth the trouble.
White House floats driving tax
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Eve Troeh
May 9, 2011
The per-gallon gas tax is not enough to pay for road repairs. The Obama administration is exploring a new funding scheme.
Boeing, Lockheed Martin lose Indian defense deal
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Eve Troeh
Apr 29, 2011
Two American aircraft makers lost an $11 billion contract with the Indian air force for 126 fighter jets.
AIG sues two money managers over losses
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Eve Troeh
Apr 28, 2011
American International Group has sued ICP Asset Management and Moore Capital. AIG contends it lost millions of dollars insuring mortgage securities that the companies knew were going to fail.
All ears on Bernanke's language at press conference
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Eve Troeh
Apr 27, 2011
The Federal Reserve will host its first ever press conference today starring Fed chief Ben Bernanke. The Fed's nuanced language in today's public statement is intended to calm nervous markets and bankers.
New 'Facebook Deals' launches in five cities
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Eve Troeh
Apr 26, 2011
The newest addition to the social media giant will tap into the booming online coupon market. But can Facebook beat out companies like Groupon and LivingSocial?
Walmart begins testing home-delivery option
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Eve Troeh
Apr 25, 2011
Walmart announced the launch of their new test service in San Jose, California, which allows customers to shop and order online for home delivery.