Today is Friday
May 16, 2008
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How can Social Security be fixed?
Friday, November 30, 2007
Last month, the Tribune called attention to the major problems facing Social Security. We pointed out that a surge in the retirement population is jeopardizing the system, particularly at a time when the U.S. is experiencing a declining birthrate that’s reducing the number of taxpayers supporting Social Security.
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The high cost of long-term care
Friday, November 30, 2007
Who pays for it?
You may not realize it, but 60% of Americans who reach age 65 will need long-term care at some point in their lives. Today, the average cost for long-term care is more than $70,000 a year (in a Medicarecertified nursing home). Do you know who pays for this care?
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Bernanke lifting curtains at Fed
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke moved Wednesday to break down even further the aura of secrecy that historically has enshrouded the institution that sets interest rates, taking steps to keep Main Street and Wall Street more closely wired to decisions that can make or break lives and businesses.
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Going green
Thursday, November 08, 2007
Eagle’s Trace making strides to save energy
When it comes to recycling, Houston’s record is down in the dumps.
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