Dec 03 Unemployment Rate Rises to 9.8% in November; Korean Tensions Simmer The Bureau of Labor Statistics released new unemployment data Friday showing the unemployment rate rose to 9.8 percent, the highest in seven months. Employers added 39,000 jobs last month, in contrast with the 172,000 added in… Continue reading
Dec 03 Breaking Down the November Unemployment Numbers By Elizabeth Shell Unemployment rose little in November, with the official rate edging up slightly from 9.6 percent to 9.8 percent. The government's broadest measure of unemployment stayed steady at 17 percent. This figure includes the unemployed plus all who are only marginally… Continue reading
Dec 03 The Morning Line: Senators Prepare for Weekend Showdown on Tax Cuts If you didn't get your fill of the tax-cut version of "Masterpiece Theater" yesterday in the House, fear not. You will have a chance to tune in to C-SPAN2 this weekend and catch Democratic senators trying to win a… Continue reading
Dec 02 Watch Fed Disclosure Sheds Light on Scope, Risk of $3 Trillion Safety Net The Federal Reserve has released documents detailing $3.3 trillion worth of emergency efforts to prop up failing banks, Wall Street firms and large companies during the height of the financial crisis. Jeffrey Brown breaks down the new disclosures with Neil… Continue watching
Dec 02 The Complicated Equation Behind Unemployment Benefits On Tuesday, Congress refused to further extended long-term unemployment benefits, keeping the cut-off at 99 weeks. That doesn't mean the fight is over. Democrats continue to argue for more time, while Republicans say the country can't afford it. Continue reading
Dec 02 On Thursday's NewsHour: Tax Cuts, DADT Debate, Fed Document Blast TAX CUT FIGHT | The fight over extending the Bush-era tax cuts hit the House floor Thursday. Judy Woodruff recaps the day's action. DON'T ASK, DON'T TELL | The debate over the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy also continued… Continue reading
Dec 02 China Internet 'Hijacking': Your Questions Answered An 18-minute diversion of Internet traffic through China in April has raised security concerns around the world -- especially for governments and people in critical infrastructure. Two experts answered your questions on the Internet security breach. Continue reading
Dec 02 Tips for Help With Your Home Loan Modification By Paul Solman Paul Solman answers questions from NewsHour viewers and web users on business and economic news most days on his Making Sen$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