Business Stories from February 26, 2014 (Change date)
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Barrington chamber seeks ATHENA nomineesFeb 26, 2014 3:18 pm - The Barrington Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for its annual award recognizing an excellent Barrington area business woman. Nominees should demonstrate "exce...
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Markets choppy amid concerns over China and the U.S.Feb 26, 2014 8:05 am - LONDON - Markets were choppy Wednesday amid ongoing concerns over the Chinese economy and signs that the U.S. recovery may be losing some steam. For much of the early ...
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Obama seeking $300 billion for roads, railwaysFeb 27, 2014 5:44 am - WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama is asking Congress for $300 billion to update the nation's roads and railways. Obama plans to make the proposal Wednesday at the Uni...
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Big changes ahead for frequent fliers on DeltaFeb 27, 2014 8:55 am - ATLANTA - Delta Air Lines is making fundamental changes to its frequent flier program and will reward those who buy its priciest tickets, as opposed to those who fly the...
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Lessons on salt for dietitians ... by a chip makerFeb 27, 2014 8:55 am - HOUSTON - Snack and soda makers that often are blamed for fueling the nation's obesity rates also play a role in educating the dietitians who advise Americans on healthy...
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Boehner won't promise vote on tax overhaul in 2014Feb 26, 2014 10:40 am - WASHINGTON - House Republicans are unveiling a massive plan to overhaul the nation's tax system. But don't expect quick action by Congress. Just a few hours before the p...
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U.S. sales of new homes up in JanuaryFeb 26, 2014 1:26 pm - WASHINGTON - U.S. sales of new homes rebounded in January to the fastest pace in more than five years, offering hopes that housing could be regaining momentum after a sl...
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Airbus posts higher 2013 profitFeb 26, 2014 6:26 am - TOULOUSE, France - European jetmaker Airbus Group said Wednesday record demand for its civilian jetliners from airlines around the world drove higher sales and profits l...
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US safety agency likely probing GM recall responseFeb 26, 2014 10:39 am - DETROIT - The U.S. government's auto safety watchdog likely is looking into whether General Motors was slow to report problems that led to 13 deaths and a massive recall...
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Supreme Court allows Stanford Ponzi scheme suitsFeb 27, 2014 5:45 am - WASHINGTON - The Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that the victims of former Texas tycoon R. Allen Stanford's massive Ponzi scheme can go forward with class-action lawsuits...