The economic crisis, which has claimed more than 5 million jobs since the recession began, did not strike the entire country at once. A map of employment gains or losses by county tells the story of how those job losses first struck in the most vulnerable regions and then spread rapidly to the rest of the country. picked by psycmoe 6 months ago

explains itself.. so before you go to the website guess who there talking about.
One-hundred thirteen people think this is the Best Superhero
Even without superpowers, ?????? is the greatest superhero of them all
who do think?? picked by spocksmyhomeboy 2 years ago

Before condos in Williamsburg started selling at a loss and weekend flights to L.A. dropped to under $200, New York's cocaine dealers were supplying good times to people who indulged like the party wouldn't end. Before the recession, "I was making deliveries every night of the week," says Eddie, a middle-aged man who exclusively deals cocaine. picked by nateebiinature 2 months ago

The current global recession is "the most serious for over 100 years", cabinet minister Ed Balls has said.

*Mr. Balls* picked by Bornbad 9 months ago

Sunday night saw the fall of the two remaining big-boy investment banks to the US government. The government has now bailed out or allowed the collapse of all of Wall Street's investment banking firms in an effort to plug the damn holding back an impending economic crash. picked by Rowangrey 1 year ago

Fears the U.S. will sink into a recession slammed head first into Wall Street on Wednesday, sending the Dow plunging to its worst percentage drop since October 1987.

An ugly report on retail sales served as a wake-up call for the markets, reminding Wall Street that even as the ailing credit markets appear to have improved, the economy is still in a precarious state. picked by ImNotBlue 1 year ago

Broke foodies might like to whip up a batch of lettuce soup and other recession recipes to save money.

Fascinating read. I definitely won't be trying any of these. picked by doggylives 2 years ago

Economist predict that the recession in the United States will last for 14 months.

*Not* another depression. picked by JoshSF49 12 months ago

Jam making is enjoying a resurgence as consumers try to save money in the recession and make the most of this summer's bumper crop of fruit. picked by AutumnLotus 4 months ago

Across the country, the recession is giving extra sizzle to cooking at home. But this isn't Mom's meatloaf or macaroni and cheese. People who grew accustomed to dining out every night still want to eat in style. picked by kakana 7 months ago

"The labor market has indeed turned south," said Joel Naroff, president of Naroff Economic Advisors. "That was the one last bastion of hope to stay out of a recession. Now the question is how deep and how long will it last?" picked by keroberos32 2 years ago

The unemployment rate leaps to a two-year high, record numbers of people are forced from their homes and Wall Street nose-dives again. Such is the fallout from a housing meltdown that threatens to slingshot the country into a recession. picked by muppet 2 years ago

Millions of Britons struggling with debt are being left without access to consumer charities due to a severe lack of funding.Here we take a quick look at the best tips for helping yourself out of debt. picked by iamamaniac 6 months ago

Once the recession is done (hopefully soon), people will be getting RICHHH (HOPEFULLY SOON) and when that happens, don't you want to know which private jet fits you the best to buy or rent? Give this short quiz a go. picked by bellybombers 10 months ago

Internet nominations and over 100 million votes means that MTV now recognise Rick Astley as the Best Act Ever.

If you voted and he takes his tour to your town, you only have yourself to blame. picked by pocksucket 1 year ago

The small town in northern Indiana has been hit hard by recent layoffs, with Amish factory workers hurting especially. While the Amish church usually does not encourage the use of government aid, church leaders are now permitting members to collect on unemployment benefits, if absolutely necessary. picked by suebe 7 months ago

In remarks to US lawmakers, Bernanke said the economy has weakened since the Fed's latest outlook prepared in January, meaning a contraction is likely.

Really? We knew this 6 months ago, and we're paying this asshat's salary??? picked by leehblanc 2 years ago

The Best Tips Ever picked by Johnny21J 3 years ago

Ever since Fritz Lang unveiled the robot Maria in his 1927 silent-screen sci-fi classic Metropolis, computers have been part of the fabric of the movies. The Internet, however, is a newer phenomenon, and filmmakers are still figuring out how to work the now-essential and pervasive communications system into their movies in a worthwhile way.

5 Best... and 5 Worst picked by ImNotBlue 11 months ago

Gold, silver, and bronze medals were won in 91 categories of beer judged in the 2008 World Beer Cup competition held this past weekend in San Diego, CA. Additionally, the five best breweries in the world were named, including the first woman brewer ever to win this award! picked by icepigs 2 years ago