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A Sigh of Relief, but Hard Questions Remain
Asian markets rallied early Monday, even as the takeover of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac reinforced concerns about the U.S. economy and its reliance on foreign investors.
09/08/2008 04:02 AM
As Crisis Grew, a Few Options Shrank to One
The downfall of Fannie and Freddie stems from a series of miscalculations and deferred decisions.
09/08/2008 03:02 AM
Your Money: Fannie, Freddie and You: What It Means to the Public
Mortgage rates may fall a bit initially but probably not enough to quickly halt the decline in home prices.
09/08/2008 02:50 AM
Hurricane Ike Smashes West Through Caribbean
The new storm came on the heels of Gustav, raising the death toll and destruction across the waterlogged region.
09/08/2008 03:50 AM
Memo From Tbilisi: Within a Russian-Infused Culture, a Complex Reckoning After a War
In Georgia, some see a conflict as a proxy battle between Russia and the United States.
09/08/2008 03:19 AM
Fusing Politics and Motherhood in New Way
Since he was born, Gov. Sarah Palin?s youngest son, Trig, has had an unexpected effect on her political fortunes.
09/08/2008 03:48 AM
MSNBC Takes Incendiary Hosts From Anchor Seat
David Gregory will be the sole anchor of MSNBC?s coverage of the presidential debates and election night.
09/08/2008 01:38 AM
Serena Williams Wins U.S. Open , Retaking No. 1
Serena Williams completed her climb back to No. 1 Sunday night with a 6-4, 7-5 victory against Jelena Jankovic to claim her third United States Open title.
09/08/2008 04:03 AM
Agency Fights Building Code Born of 9/11
A federal agency is opposing requirements for increased fireproofing and an extra stairwell in tall office buildings.
09/08/2008 02:52 AM
Evidence Points to Civilian Toll in Afghan Raid
The Afghan government, human rights officials, and a U.N. investigation back up the account of villagers who say 90 civilians were killed in a U.S. airstrike.
09/08/2008 03:24 AM
