TOP 100 GOVERNMENT SITES
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| U.K. Economy Shrunk Less Than Thought The U.K. economy contracted slightly less than initially estimated in the third quarter, but the revised data are unlikely to ease concerns the country is taking longer to emerge from recession than many other major economies. online.wsj.com |
Illinois Limits Donations in Elections The governor signed a law placing limits on campaign contributions in the state, a change that grew out of the arrest of Rod R. Blagojevich, the former governor. feeds.nytimes.com |
Wen Addresses Inflation Forecasts China's premier discussed growing inflation expectations in his nation in a rare interview, acknowledging that Beijing may be paying a price for its aggressive response to the global financial crisis. online.wsj.com |
Bank CEOs: Sorry for risky behavior, bad decisions WASHINGTON (AP) -- Wall Street executives said Wednesday they underestimated the severity of the 2008 financial crisis and apologized for risky behavior and poor decisions. They also defended their bonus and compensation practices to a skeptical commission investigating what caused the collapse.... hosted.ap.org |
Home Builders See Recovery Housing construction is expected to rebound this year from the severely depressed 2009 level, but the market remains fragile as foreclosures continue to rise. online.wsj.com |