Low consumer confidence plagues market
Optimistic consumers are more likely to buy a home, say economists, but with consumer confidence at its lowest level in 17 years, the real estate market is unlikely to rebound soon.
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Super-sized art on the walls at home We're all accustomed to seeing huge pieces of artwork in museums or hanging in the elegant lobbies of corporate head offices.read more...
PJH swings into its renovation POULSBO , If curves and circles are cool in the architecture world these days, then it turns out that Poulsbo Junior High School is currently a bit of a square.read
Pockets of weakness threaten Canadian economy At first glance, Canada's economy is performing well: Jobs are up, more new homes are being built, companies are adjusting to a strong Canadian dollar and Canada remains the only
Interest Rate Roundup Here's a look at the state of interest rates on five common consumer banking products and the latest rates from Bankrate.com's weekly national survey of large banks and thrifts.read more...
Government watchdog set to attack Labour party Parliament's sleaze watchdog will this week launch a series of fierce attacks on the Government amid growing speculation that he is facing the axe, the Daily Mail has learned.Commentread more...
Voters angry about bailout, but willing to listen Rep. Charlie Dent's tour of a conveyor belt factory epitomizes the dilemma the Pennsylvania Republican faces as he talks to voters back home after supporting the Wall Street bailout.Todd Gibbs,