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For winning debate formula, look to Britain

07/30/2015 Published on Foxnews.com
When it comes to debates, the Oxford Union, which bills itself as the “world’s most prestigious debating society,” remains the gold standard. Begun in 1823, The Union, in modern times, has hosted debates that have included such luminaries as Ronald…

Women in Hollywood making strides, still lag behind men

07/08/2015 Published on Foxnews.com
Funny girl Kaley Cuoco-Sweeting has been winning audiences over in the hit series “The Big Bang Theory.” Beauty and brains: Hollywood’s successful leading ladies The ladies have got the beauty and the brains. LOS ANGELES – Despite its reputation as…

Confessions of a hotel front desk manager

03/11/2015 Published on Foxnews.com
Is it okay to tip front desk staff? (iStock) Looking to get more out of your hotel stay? We got these insider tips from some front desk staff about how to improve your experience, avoid problems, or at least not…

Economist: Why I expect US job growth to slow in 2015

01/08/2015 Published on Foxnews.com
Friday the Labor Department is expected to report the economy added 245,000 jobs in December. That’s down from 321,000 in November, and a slower economic growth will likely drag on jobs creation through much of 2015. After a tough winter…

Fed’s George: Rate Liftoff Should Come ‘Sooner Rather than Later’

08/21/2014 Published on Foxnews.com
A top Federal Reserve official said late Wednesday the central bank should start raising short-term interest rates “sooner rather than later” because of a “broad-based” improvement in the economy and job markets. “We have seen data come in stronger than…

How the tech industry is working to combat veteran unemployment

01/08/2014 Published on Foxnews.com
Our nation’s veterans are struggling to find jobs – especially young veterans. As of November 2013, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that 9.9 percent of veterans of post-9/11 wars were out of work. That’s 241,000 men and women…

Rosengren: Shutdown Could Delay QE Taper

10/03/2013 Published on Foxnews.com
A top Federal Reserve official suggested Wednesday the government shutdown could move the Fed to delay any pullback in its economic stimulus programs. “It would be nice if the economy were able to quickly snap back from what’s currently occurring…

Is your retirement account safe from our government?

02/11/2013 Published on Foxnews.com
Is the same federal government that has Social Security headed for bankruptcy looking to mess with your 401(k) or IRA? Yes, according to a recent interview with Richard Cordray, the director of the so-called Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). Cordray…

Victory for Walker could spell doom for Obama

06/05/2012 Published on Foxnews.com
The Wisconsin recall election could well be a decisive turning point in the presidential election.Recent polls –showing Governor Scott Walker holding a two to three point lead over Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett — indicate that the governor will triumph Tuesday.…

Wisconsin Recall Could Spell Disaster for President

06/04/2012 Published on Forbes.com
The Wisconsin recall election could well be a decisive turning point in the Presidential election. Recent polls –showing Governor Scott Walker holding a two to three point lead over Milwaukee mayor Tom Barrett- indicate that the Governor will triumph on…