Dec 02 The Complicated Equation Behind Unemployment Benefits On Tuesday, Congress refused to further extended long-term unemployment benefits, keeping the cut-off at 99 weeks. That doesn't mean the fight is over. Democrats continue to argue for more time, while Republicans say the country can't afford it. Continue reading
Dec 02 On Thursday's NewsHour: Tax Cuts, DADT Debate, Fed Document Blast TAX CUT FIGHT | The fight over extending the Bush-era tax cuts hit the House floor Thursday. Judy Woodruff recaps the day's action. DON'T ASK, DON'T TELL | The debate over the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy also continued… Continue reading
Dec 02 China Internet 'Hijacking': Your Questions Answered An 18-minute diversion of Internet traffic through China in April has raised security concerns around the world -- especially for governments and people in critical infrastructure. Two experts answered your questions on the Internet security breach. Continue reading
Dec 02 Tips for Help With Your Home Loan Modification By Paul Solman Paul Solman answers questions from NewsHour viewers and web users on business and economic news most days on his Making Sen$e page. Here's Thursday's query: Name: Ben Roman Question: I am having a problem with trying to… Continue reading
Dec 02 Incoming House Budget Chair Ryan a 'No' Vote on the Fiscal Commission Plan, But Sees Room for Progress Republican Rep. Paul Ryan of Wisconsin, one of 12 sitting lawmakers on President Obama's bipartisan fiscal commission, announced Thursday he would oppose the panel's proposal when it is expected to come up for a final vote Friday. Ryan, the… Continue reading
Dec 02 Tips and Where to Go For Help With Your Home Loan Modification By Elizabeth Shell Name: Ben Roman Question: I am having a problem with trying to get a modification loan for my home which may soon be going into foreclosure. Where and to whom should I go to ask for assistance? Paul Solman: For… Continue reading
Dec 01 Watch News Wrap: Offshore Drilling Plan Reversed by Obama Adminstration In other news Wednesday, the Interior Department said it is reversing the plan laid out last March to drill for oil off the East Coast and in the eastern Gulf of Mexico. The Obama administration unveiled the plan before the… Continue watching
Dec 01 On Wednesday's NewsHour: Simpson and Bowles Here's what's coming up on Wednesday's NewsHour ... POLITICAL DEAL-MAKING: From tax cuts to jobless benefits, the deal-making race is on for lawmakers before the end of the lame duck session of Congress. Gwen Ifill will report on the details. Continue reading
Dec 01 Million Dollar Question: How Can 'Europe' Bail Out 'Europe'? By Paul Solman I'm OK, EuroK? Maybe not. Here's an Australian parody video of what you might call "EuroK thinking." It's making the rounds in Europe at the moment. (The link was sent by a friend in Spain.)… Continue reading
Dec 01 Million Dollar Questions: Who's Bailing Who Out? By Elizabeth Shell I'm OK, EuroK? Maybe not. Here's an Australian parody video of what you might call "EuroK thinking." It's making the rounds in Europe at the moment. (The link was sent by a friend in Spain.)… Continue reading