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North Carolina Fights to Make Tesla Motor Sales Illegal
The proposed law would force Tesla to either adopt the traditional dealer model or not sell cars in that state. ... Full story
Consumer confidence perked up in May, highest in 6 years
WASHINGTON - Consumer sentiment perked up in May to its highest level in more than six years, according to a survey released Friday, helped by falling gasoline prices, a rising stock market and firmer housing prices. ... Full story
Bill Gates reclaims title of richest person in the world
Washington - Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has regained the title of world's richest person with a fortune valued at 72.7 billion dollars on Bloomberg's billionaire index, Bloomberg news service reported Thursday. ... Full story
Google Wallet Adds Gmail Payments, No Physical Card
Google announced at its I/O Developer Conference it will allow users to send money using Gmail through their Google Wallet accounts. ... Full story
Jim Cramer: Buy Wal-Mart Here
Jim Cramer isn't a huge fan of Wal-Mart,the company, here, but he is a fan of the Wal-Mart, the stock. The price has been rolled-back. ... Full story
Former Homeland Security Secretary calls for aid in Latin America to boost U.S. trade
To make a point about the value of spending on foreign aid and development, former Secretary of Homeland Security Tom Ridge, a man versed in the intricacies of foreign and domestic policy, invoked Tom Hanks. ... Full story
Workers protest at McDonald's for higher wages, better conditions
On a cool sunny morning, several dozen fast-food and retail workers gathered Wednesday at a north side McDonald’s to demand better wages and better working conditions. ... Full story
Republicans, White House look to change student loan rates
WASHINGTON — Republicans in the House of Representatives and President Barack Obama agree in general on what to do with student loan interest rates: Let them vary with the market. ... Full story
Spanish companies seek to escape to Latin America
Madrid (dpa) - Companies in crisis in Spain are seeking economic salvation in Latin America, a market seen as promising, but risky. ... Full story
Hackers stole $45 millions from ATMS in hours
Cyber thieves cashed in on $45 million from two Middle Eastern banks in a matter of hours in what's being billed as one of the biggest heists to hit financial facilities in history. ... Full story
The Chef: Teaching students the importance of work ethics and nutrition
Chef Rivas was recently asked to speak to a High School cooking class. The Chef was asked what it takes to be a chef. He also took the time to explain the importance of healthy eating. So take your seat and listen up. Class is in session! ... Full story
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