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The Trash King Of New Orleans
Rebecca Ruiz Wed, 03 Sep 2008 10:00:00 -0000
When hurricanes hit the city, Sidney Torres IV cleans up.
International Paper Hikes Its Prices
Ruthie Ackerman Wed, 03 Sep 2008 22:40:00 -0000
The paper company is boosting the sector by raising prices to keep up with soaring costs.
International Paper: A Cut Above
Ruthie Ackerman Wed, 03 Sep 2008 21:20:00 -0000
The paper company boosted the sector after it announced a price hike beginning Oct. 1.

BBC News | Business | World Edition

US economy stronger than expected
Thu, 04 Sep 2008 14:24:55 -0000
The US economy is faring better than thought, according to figures on productivity and the service sector.
BP moves to settle Russia dispute
Thu, 04 Sep 2008 10:21:40 -0000
BP signs an agreement with its Russian partner aimed at solving a festering dispute at joint venture TNK-BP.
Iraq economic outlook 'improves'
Thu, 04 Sep 2008 09:55:41 -0000
Iraq's economic prospects have improved, thanks to better security, increased oil output and exports, says an IMF review.

NYT > World Business

European Banks Leave Key Rates Unchanged
Thu, 04 Sep 2008 13:07:20 -0000
Both the European Central Bank and the Bank of England kept their key interest rates unchanged Thursday amid concerns of high inflation and a slowing economy.
BP Compromises on Russian Oil Venture
Thu, 04 Sep 2008 13:38:20 -0000
BP agreed to replace the American head of its Russian joint venture and surrender some control on the board to resolve a bitter dispute with its Russian partners.
Two Brokers Accused of Securities Fraud
Thu, 04 Sep 2008 06:32:38 -0000
Two former brokers at Credit Suisse have been indicted on fraud and conspiracy charges in connection with the sale of auction-rate securities, federal prosecutors said.

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Boeing workers vote to strike, walkout delayed
Reuters Thu, 04 Sep 2008 10:07:26 -0400
SEATTLE (Reuters) - Boeing Co's (BA.N) largest labor union said its members had rejected the plane maker's contract offer and voted to strike, but the union agreed to postpone a walkout for 48 hours to allow more time for negotiations.
Boeing Machinists Vote to Strike
Michael A. Fletcher Thu, 04 Sep 2008 10:06:58 -0400
Boeing aircraft assembly workers last night voted to strike, threatening to paralyze the world's second-largest aircraft manufacturer at a time of booming business and likely further delaying delivery of the company's new fuel-efficient 787 commercial jet.
Boeing pact extended despite strike vote
AP Thu, 04 Sep 2008 07:48:07 -0400
SEATTLE -- A last-minute move to avert a potentially bruising strike that could cost more than 27,000 workers weeks of pay would usually be met with unalloyed relief.
London Taxi's famed black cabs made in China
AP Thu, 04 Sep 2008 07:22:39 -0400
FENGJING, China -- London Taxis are as British as bowler hats and Big Ben. But the latest models coming off this new assembly line are unlikely to ever touch an English road.
Boeing to advise on Mitsubishi Regional Jet
AP Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:46:57 -0400
TOKYO -- Boeing Co. will serve as consultant to Mitsubishi Heavy Industries for its mid-sized regional jet _ the first "made in Japan" passenger aircraft in three decades, the Japanese machinery maker said Thursday.
Boeing workers vote to strike, but walkout delayed
Reuters Thu, 04 Sep 2008 02:39:11 -0400
SEATTLE (Reuters) - Boeing Co's (BA.N) largest labor union said its members rejected the plane maker's contract offer and voted to strike, but the union agreed to postpone a walkout for 48 hours to allow more time for negotiations.

 

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