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Janet Yellen confirmed to lead Fed
The central bank veteran, approved by the Senate on a 56 to 26 vote, will help ensure that the nation’s economy recovers fully.
Health spending as a share of the economy is shrinking
But economists still aren’t sure whether that decline is here to stay.
Samsung unveils 105-inch curved-screen TV at CES
The company’s newest TV line features smart capabilities and ultra-HD viewing.
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Darden offers bitter truths about boardroom behavior
PEARLSTEIN | Changes at restaurant giant are about goosing stock price, not better deals for customers and workers.
Snowy regrets on the ride not taken
You don’t miss your Mitsubishi Outlander all-wheel-drive vehicle until the weather turns foul.
Nuts & Bolts: 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.4 SE
Details on the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.4 SE.
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Former FCC chair joins Carlyle’s flagship investment team
Obama’s law school friend Julius Genachowski will help the private-equity firm find tech investments.
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“Prices are in dollars and cents, but when you pay, the stores round up and give you your change in store credit, phone minutes, or lollipops.“
Lew wants Germany to keep its checkbook open
As the U.S. curbs its crisis programs, Europe remains in the doldrums.
It’s official! Janet Yellen is the next Fed chair
Now that she’s been confirmed, here’s what you need to know about the woman who will lead America’s central bank starting Feb. 1.
New IRS commissioner addresses agency challenges
John Koskinen held his first meeting with reporters just hours after his ceremonial swearing-in on Monday.
Health spending as a share of the economy is shrinking
But economists still aren’t sure whether that decline is here to stay.
Behind the career: Horacio D. Rozanski
Horacio Rozanski came to the United States after social discord in his native country, Argentina.
Everything you need to know about Yahoo’s security breach
Everything you need to know about Yahoo’s embarrassing malware episode.
Did AT&T just create a pay-for-play mobile Internet?
Three companies have agreed to start subsidizing your data usage. Here’s what that means.
Battle of the anecdotes
Obamacare is going great. Or it’s going terribly! It all depends on which anecdote you pick.
The biggest challenge Yellen will face as Fed chair
Why the prospective Fed chief should read Larry Summer’s op/ed in today’s Post.
Auburn coach Gus Malzahn plays to his strengths
Malzahn’s strength isn’t his offensive strategy, but his ability to adapt to the talents of the guys on his team.
Getting married is bad for female economists
The growth of female economics PhDs has stagnated in recent years — and single ladies earn more than married ones.
Is Obamacare enrollment 10 million?
It’ll be awhile till we can say with certainty how many people have gotten insurance coverage through Obamacare.
The new T-Mobile/Verizon spectrum deal, in 1 map
T-Mobile’s new spectrum will cover 158 million Americans.
The next small-business leader in the Senate?
If the musical chairs play out as some speculate, business lobbyists may start seeing lots of Sen. Cantwell.
7 things Congress has to do in January
Plus: Avoiding a government shutdown, confirming Janet Yellen, dealing with 55 expired tax breaks...
Obamacare’s biggest success that no one wants to talk about
It’s “the biggest ACA success story that has not yet been told,” says Ron Pollack.
Gabe Newell on Valve’s intimate relationship with its customers
Valve CEO and co-founder Gabe Newell explains how the gaming company harnesses the power of community for its products.
Click farms are the new sweatshops
Online “popularity” is a commodity, and of course it comes from Bangladesh.
The Switchboard: Is Netflix’s algorithm a way to hide its thin library?
Yahoo’s ads serve malware, Pandora uses music choices to target advertising, and other stories you don’t want to miss today.
Small business weekly: Minimum wage, marijuana stores
A review of the biggest small-business and entrepreneurship news from the past week.
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A weak start to 2014 continues for stock market
The Standard & Poor’s 500 index notched its worst start to a year in almost a decade Monday, closing lower for the third straight trading day.
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