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Today, over 230-million people visit the Internet in the U.S. Although many talk about Internet Web sites, just how effective are they? The answer is: a Web site can be very effective; if done right it can generate sales leads by expanding your market reach through “search engine optimization†(SEO) and social networking techniques.
Have no fear - most Web design software and online applications walk you through the initial development stages, therefore it is not necessary that you learn programming such as “Hyper Text Markup Language†(HTML) or “Extensible Markup Language†(XML).
Have no fear - most Web design software and online applications walk you through the initial development stages, therefore it is not necessary that you learn programming such as “Hyper Text Markup Language†(HTML) or “Extensible Markup Language†(XML).
Television talk show host Tavis Smiley speaks during the opening of the Nationwide Insurance five-city On Your Side kick off tour at the Washington Convention Center, Sat., June 6. Photo by Lateef MangumAs the Nationwide spokesperson for the “On Your Side Tour,†kicked-off in the District, Smiley, 44, chastised African Americans who are less likely to be proactive about their financial future; are more likely not to have a written financial plan in place and generally don’t know where to begin when it comes to personal financial investment planning, according to a survey commissioned by Nationwide Insurance and the Smiley Group.
Chevrolet-Saturn of Harlem Inc. was the first filing of the day General Motors sought Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and recorded the nation's fourth largest bankruptcy. As of June 1, "What's good for GM is definitely good for American taxpayers.†American taxpayers' $50 billion investment now totals a 60 percent stake in GM, while the union, its creditors and federal and provincial governments in Canada own the remainder of the auto company.
In its past 100 years of operations, what's been good for GM has been good for Black Americans as well. From its early times, GM helped build Black America's middle class. GM was a beacon in the industrial north from the 1930s until the 1950s when hundreds of thousands of Blacks migrated out of the rural South following their dreams of a better life through jobs in the auto industry. From the Great Depression to the riots of the 1960's, GM was a major propeller for Black growth.
In its past 100 years of operations, what's been good for GM has been good for Black Americans as well. From its early times, GM helped build Black America's middle class. GM was a beacon in the industrial north from the 1930s until the 1950s when hundreds of thousands of Blacks migrated out of the rural South following their dreams of a better life through jobs in the auto industry. From the Great Depression to the riots of the 1960's, GM was a major propeller for Black growth.
Racks at a D.C. area retailer reflect the decision by Crain’s New York Business to stop manufacturing plus size clothing. Photo by Shantella Y. ShermanStores, including Ann Taylor and Bloomingdales, started to reduce clothing sizes and will begin carrying only sizes 0 to 10, 12 or 14 (depending on the clothing line) in store. Still others, like area Filene’s Basements, while holding on temporarily to the space inside their stores, have eliminated most of the clothing in them and according to sales associates, will not get additional clothing sized 16 and above, until sometime in October.
Despite persistent layoffs, the economy seems to be faring better than it was at the start of the year.
The Labor Department said Thursday that new jobless claims jumped unexpectedly last week. And the number of people continuing to receive unemployment aid rose more than expected.
The figures indicate that jobs remain scarce even as the economy shows some signs of recovering from the longest recession since World War II.
The Labor Department said Thursday that new jobless claims jumped unexpectedly last week. And the number of people continuing to receive unemployment aid rose more than expected.
The figures indicate that jobs remain scarce even as the economy shows some signs of recovering from the longest recession since World War II.
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Written by By JEANNINE AVERSA and CHRISTOPHER S. RUGABER - AP Economics Writers
Written by By JEANNINE AVERSA and CHRISTOPHER S. RUGABER - AP Economics Writers
College student winners of an entrepreneurial competition demonstrate Operation HOPE’s strategy to provide “practical connections between education and financial literacy, and strategies to create a cradle to college generation both in the U.S. and around the world.†Photo by Lafayette Barnes IVHighlighted by keynote addresses from Federal Reserve System Chair Ben S. Bernanke, Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. Chair Sheila C. Bair, and senior White House advisor Valerie B. Jarrett, as well as a Web cast announcement on new financial regulations from President Barack Obama, the summit explored the importance of financial literacy to economic recovery and stability.
“We are hosting [this event] because we find ourselves in the midst of a global economic crisis. For the sake of our shared future global security, we should empower everyone with ‘silver rights,’—financial literacy,†said John Hope Bryant, Operation HOPE founder, chair and chief executive officer.
“The summit makes a strong business case around the importance and enormous potential of a world rooted in financial literacy.â€
The D.C. Courts of Washington, D.C. held its Annual Judicial Conference Fri., June 19 at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center located in Northwest D.C. Eric Holder, Attorney General of the United States (center) was the guest speaker and received a warm welcome from attendees. He shared the dais with Chief Judge Eric Washington (left) and Judge Anna Blackburne-Rigsby and Chief Judge Lee Satterfield (far right). Photo by Victor HoltThe conference examined the media’s impact on the public’s perception of the courts, judges, lawyers and the administration of justice. The conference also explored current and emerging issues confronting the courts regarding the use of new and developing technologies, as well as the practical implications for judges and lawyers created by these technologies.
D.C. Court of Appeals Chief Judge Eric T. Washington was present at the re-dedication of the D.C. Courthouse on Wed., June 17 in Northwest. Courtesy PhotoAlthough, this is the second major renovation of the celebrated building on E Street, poor maintenance eventually took its toll and caused the building to be shuttered a decade ago.
LOS ANGELES -- The Los Angeles city attorney's office is investigating how the city can legally press third parties to pick up at least some of the costs for Michael Jackson's memorial service at the Staples Center. City attorney spokesman John Franklin said Wednesday that his office aims to have a report ready for the City Council by Friday.
More than 17,000 fans attended the pop star's public memorial service on Tuesday. The event is estimated to cost up to $4 million in overtime for hundreds of police officers and other services.
AEG Live, which owns the Staples Center, hasn't committed any money to cover the city's bill. AEG Live spokesman Michael Roth didn't immediately return a message Wednesday morning.
More than 17,000 fans attended the pop star's public memorial service on Tuesday. The event is estimated to cost up to $4 million in overtime for hundreds of police officers and other services.
AEG Live, which owns the Staples Center, hasn't committed any money to cover the city's bill. AEG Live spokesman Michael Roth didn't immediately return a message Wednesday morning.
NEW YORK (AP) -- Consumer loan delinquencies edged up to another record high in the first quarter, according to data released Tuesday by the American Bankers Association. A continued rise in unemployment has been the main culprit for the continued rise in delinquencies, the trade association said.
"The number one driver of delinquencies is job loss," James Chessen, the ABA's chief economist, said in a statement. "When people lose their jobs, they can't pay their bills. Delinquencies won't improve until companies start hiring again and we see a significant economic turnaround."
"The number one driver of delinquencies is job loss," James Chessen, the ABA's chief economist, said in a statement. "When people lose their jobs, they can't pay their bills. Delinquencies won't improve until companies start hiring again and we see a significant economic turnaround."
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