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To millions, Oprah's not a megastar, just a BFF

NEW YORK - Like any wife who knows her husband well, Nancy Martus knows what will annoy her man. Like when she utters the phrase, "Oprah says... " More »

Rising unemployment taxes could hinder small biz hiring

WASHINGTON - As if small businesses needed another reason not to hire, consider their latest financial burden: The cost of rising unemployment itself. More »

Urban League offers small biz loans

PHILADELPHIA - The National Urban League is teaming with a small-business financial specialist to offer loans to companies unable to get approved by banks. More »

Sizing up the Kennedy dynasty's next generation

WASHINGTON - Sen. Edward M. Kennedy will be a tough act to follow, even for the Kennedys. His death, coupled with the decision by family members not to seek the Senate seat he held for nearly five decades, has prompted predictions that the family's long-running political dynasty is over. More »


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