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Obama says his economic policies halted "bleeding" (Reuters)

September 4, 2010

Reuters - President Barack Obama, previewing a big push on the U.S. economy next week, on Saturday defended policies that he said "have stopped the bleeding" and put the middle class on the road to recovery.

Anglo Irish Bank to be "decommissioned": minister (Reuters)

September 4, 2010

Reuters - Nationalized Anglo Irish Bank will be "decommissioned," with a decision on its fate expected within a few weeks, a junior government minister was quoted on Saturday as saying.

Report: SEC Investigating canceled trades (AP)

September 4, 2010

AP - The Securities and Exchange Commission is looking into certain types of stock trade orders that could be distorting share prices and trading volume, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Obama promises more stimulus as unemployment edges up (AFP)

September 4, 2010

AFP - President Barack Obama promised a fresh slew of measures to boost the ailing US economy Friday after fresh data showed unemployment was again on the rise.

Trichet calls for united EU at the IMF (AFP)

September 4, 2010

AFP - European Central Bank chief Jean-Claude Trichet called Saturday for Europe to hold a united position on refomin the International Monetary Fund.

Obama planning new package of economic aid (AP)

September 4, 2010

AP - Eager to jumpstart the economy ahead of crucial midterm elections, President Barack Obama said Friday he intends to unveil a new package of proposals, likely including tax cuts and targeted spending, to spark job growth.

Oh snap! Carrot campaign mimics junk food

September 4, 2010

Baby carrot farmers are launching a campaign that pitches the little, orange, crunchy snacks as daring, fun and naughty — just like junk food.

ConsumerMan: Beware of acai berry offers

September 4, 2010

The exotic acai berry has been the superstar in the world of diet supplements. But the federal government is cracking down on false advertising claims and unlawful payment practices.

Wall Street completes solid week of gains

September 4, 2010

Stocks ended a three-week losing streak after an encouraging employment report lifted hopes about the pace of economic growth.

Family of copper heiress asks court to protect her

September 4, 2010

Several relatives of 104-year-old reclusive heiress Huguette Clark went to court Friday, asking for a guardian to protect her. Msnbc.com's Bill Dedman reports.