U.S. financial overhaul bill clears Senate
The United States Senate has passed sweeping legistation to overhaul financial regulation in that country, moving the administration "a big step forward" in its pledge for economic reform, a top official says. cbc.ca |
Greece close to next loan from IMF, EU
THE IMF and EU expect Greece to receive second set of loans next month amid its "remarkable" progress in handling its debt crisis. news.com.au |
Jetstar set to increase flight numbers
LOW-COST carrier Jetstar will increase the number of flights it runs from Melbourne to Sydney. news.com.au |
Instapaper Goes From Hobby to Start-Up
[at New York Times] - The chief technology officer at Tumblr has left his job with the social networking site to turn media browser Instapaper, once his hobby, into a full-fledged start-up. us.rd.yahoo.com |
Bank of Canada key interest rate unchanged
The Bank of Canada is leaving its key interest rate unchanged at one per cent as it monitors the slowing economy and fears of a feeble recovery in the United States. cbc.ca |