Friday, July 3, 2009
In this show. . .
Small spike in IPOs signals optimism
The flow of initial public offerings slowed to a crawl during the first half 2009, but the number of IPOs has taken off recently. Could this spell success for start-ups in the months ahead? Mitchell Hartman reports.
Telesur excels in Honduras coverage
As the coup in Honduras continues, few are seeing scenes from the turmoil due to heavy media censorship. Venezuelan news outlet Telesur is breaking through, but the coverage comes at a personal cost. Dan Grech explains.
Entrepreneurs are key to recovery
Paul Kedrosky, senior fellow at the Kauffman Foundation, argues that entrepreneurship is the key to getting us out of this economic mess. He talks with Tess Vigeland about the biggest obstacles facing new businesses.
Finding a future in recycled electronics
A group of women in northern Mexico saw opportunity in piles of electronic waste sitting just across the border. They plugged in their energy and made a successful business, despite the powers that be. Ingrid Lobet reports.
Family takes frugality to the extreme
Many people living in comfortable surroundings are now embracing a frugal-chic attitude. Maine-based author W. Hodding Carter and his family are experimenting in being ultra-frugal for an entire year.
Do-it-yourself isn't always cheaper
People will try just about anything to save a buck. But sometimes the best way to save money -- and avert disaster -- is to call the professionals to begin with. Sally Herships reports.
Final Note . . .
At least one of the nation's 15 million unemployed has a new job opportunity. Former NFL quarterback Michael Vick could play for the new United Football League when it debuts in October.The commissioner of the UFL says the league may be willing to let Vick join up, barring any legal issues. Vick recently served 18 months in federal lockup for his involvement in a dogfighting ring.
Meanwhile, Vick's lawyers submitted their latest proposal to a bankruptcy judge yesterday. He would get to keep his car and house in the Hamptons, but creditors would get a bigger chunk of any future earnings. The next hearing is set for July 31.
Marketplace datebook for Monday, July 6, 2009
- President Barack Obama visits Moscow for a summit on arms control.
- Former President Bill Clinton makes a trip to Haiti. It's his first visit as U.N. special envoy to the Caribbean country.
- The Dalai Lama has a birthday. He turns 74.
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