Last updated: February 04, 2014

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Aussie market opens sharply lower

THE Australian share market has opened more than one per cent lower after Wall Street fell more than 300 points overnight.

'Time is short' for US debt ceiling

'Time is short' for US deb...

NOT this again. The US government is set to face a second debt ceiling crisis with temporary measures due to expire at the end of the week.

Yellen sworn in as Fed chair

Yellen sworn in as Fed chair

JANET Yellen has officially taken the reins as chair of the world's biggest economy, ready to begin the delicate task of unwinding economic stimulus.

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ASX200 - Top Gainers & Losers at 04:24PM

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CTY Country Road Li.. 700.0 44.9275%
SRQ Straits Resourc.. 0.7 16.6667%
DTE Dart Energy Lim.. 12.0 -14.2857%
MRP Macphersons Res.. 15.0 -11.7647%

Google forced to move 'mystery' barge

GOOGLE has been told to move their 'mystery barge' out of San Francisco Bay after a commission found their permits weren't in order.

What really happens to your rubbish?

What really happens to your rubbish?

DENIM into dollars and iPhones into 'woodchippers.' Here's the surprising truth about the things you dump and the $500 billion rubbish industry.

Then and now: 'The Facebook' turns 10

Then and now: 'The Faceboo...

IN 10 years Facebook has gone from a college project to a company worth $US151 billion with lawsuits, movies, backlashes and the rest. See how it all started.

European hunt is on for zombie banks

Zombie Walk

IN EUROPE, the zombie hunt is on. Not for undead humans, that is, but zombie banks - the walking dead among lenders.

What would happen if Myer and DJs merged?

What would happen if Myer and DJs merged?

IT WAS an earth-shattering idea: What if the two behemoths of the retail industry became one? Here's what it would mean for you.

SPC decision shows PM's credentials

SPC decision shows PM's cre...

PRIME Minister Tony Abbott understands that a job in an unprofitable company is a job already lost, writes Jessica Irvine.

10 things that are killing your career

BEING cool, too happy or looking important aren't the fastest ways to a corner office. Here's how to avoid the seemingly innocent things that are setting you back.

How to cope with burnout

How to cope with burnout

WE'RE only one month into the year and already everyone is feeling burnt out. How can we change the go-go-go culture of the workplace?

Is this the worst job offer ever?

Is this the worst job offer ever?

NO MATTER how hard up you are, some things you just won't do. One millionaire learned this the hard way when he offered his ex-wife an unusual job.

The most stressful jobs in the world

The most stressful jobs in the world

WHILE all jobs come with their own level of stress, research shows some have more than others. Where does yours sit?

How do our winter Olympians actually earn money?

How do our winter Olympians actually earn money?

SPORTS in the Winter Olympics don't always guarantee lucrative sponsorship deals for their athletes. In fact, many members of our Sochi team have to work regular jobs.

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RBA leaves cash rate on hold

RBA leaves cash rate on hold

THE Reserve Bank has left interest rates unchanged at 2.5 per cent.

Suckers for chocolate: No votes, no cash

Suckers for chocolate: No votes, no cash

A CADBURY election campaign indulgence has come back to bite the Coalition Government's attempts to put Australians on a spending diet.

'The age of entitlement is over'

'The age of entitlement i...

TREASURER Joe Hockey has warned Australians the age of personal responsibility has begun and it's time "everyone do the heavy lifting''.

Approvals down but still strong

WHILE building approvals dropped in almost every state of Australia in December, last year was still a strong one for housing construction

Steady rates good for property

Steady rates good for property

THE property industry has tipped further improvements in the housing market following a decision by the Reserve Bank of Australia not to change interest rates today

Start with basics to snare a deal

Start with basics to snare a deal

YOU may still find a buyer if you set the pricing wrong, don't tidy up and make no effort at marketing but you're unlikely to get top dollar without following these tips

Property values on the rise

Property values on the rise

HOUSING values are continuing their upward climb with the latest figures revealing a strong start to the year and values now higher than their previous 2010 peak

Is this a ghost caught on CCTV?

Is this a ghost caught on CCTV?

STRANGE breakages and bumps in this night have rattled the owners of this Sydney Hotel and CCTV footage is raising more questions than answers. Take a look.

Marketing key for small business success

MARKETING is vital for small business so it's important to get the most bang for your buck, writes Nhada Larkin

Which online businesses are set to boom?

Which online businesses are set to boom?

THERE's a lot of money to be made in setting up your own online store with some categories more lucrative than others. Where will your cash cow lie?

SPC Ardmona assistance rejected

SPC Ardmona assistance rejected

THE Federal Government has announced it will not give struggling food processor SPC Ardmona an assistance package.

Make your business idea successful

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CREATING a new business is a difficult process, Nhada Larkin has some tips to make it work

Why property is the best investment

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LESLEY Ratz is a self-employed Lorraine Lea Linen area manager from Brisbane. Here she talks about her best investment.

Tips to give women a super lift

Women men

WOMEN often end up trailing men when it comes to super. Now the ATO offers up five easy tips to improve your nest egg.

Super time to review insurance

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CHANGES to superannuation rules make now a good time to have a look at your insurance cover within super.

Super funds recoup GFC losses

Super funds recoup GFC losses

RETIREMENT funds had their best year in two decades last year, and are now tracking well above their pre-GFC highs, according to new industry analysis.