In the News:
Earnings:
The Most Expensive Celebrity Photos
In a media marketplace heavy on celebrity news, stories are interesting, but pictures reign supreme. Want proof? Just look at the price tags. The past few years have seen an explosive rise in the prices paid for exclusive celebrity photos. Driven by the public's desire for the nitty-gritty of celebrity life and celebrities' moves to control -- and profit from -- their images, the photos on Forbes' list are testament to a maturing market worth tens of millions.
Gallery: Most Expensive Celebrity Photos
Hybrid Honeymoon May Be Over
The percentage of car shoppers considering hybrid vehicles has declined in the past year, according to a survey released Tuesday by J.D. Power and Associates. Fifty percent of new vehicle shoppers surveyed said they are considering a gasoline/hybrid electric vehicle. That's down from 57 percent last year. Interest in hybrid vehicles declined the most among younger shoppers. Last year, 73 percent of car shoppers between ages 16 and 25 said they were interested in a hybrid vehicle. This year, 60 percent were. The reason may be may be a result of consumers more realistic understanding of the actual fuel economy capabilities.
World's Top Earning Models
In 1990, supermodel Linda Evangelista uttered what has become the most famous quote in modeling history: "We don't wake up for less than $10,000 a day." She was referring to herself and fellow supermodel Christy Turlington, both of whom were a core part of the handful of models shaking up the industry by being as famous and powerful as celebrities. And, of course, they made millions. Some still do. See who.
http://www.forbes.com/media/2007/07/19/models-media-bundchen-biz-media-cz_kb_0716topmodels.html
In 1990, supermodel Linda Evangelista uttered what has become the most famous quote in modeling history: "We don't wake up for less than $10,000 a day." She was referring to herself and fellow supermodel Christy Turlington, both of whom were a core part of the handful of models shaking up the industry by being as famous and powerful as celebrities. And, of course, they made millions. Some still do. See who.
http://www.forbes.com/media/2007/07/19/models-media-bundchen-biz-media-cz_kb_0716topmodels.html
Gallery: Top 15 Earning Models
Riskiest
Those looking to spin the real estate roulette wheel might want to steer clear of Miami. It ranks first on Forbes' list of the nation's riskiest real estate markets. Affairs are not much better farther north -- or west. Following in Miami's wake are Orlando, Sacramento and San Francisco. See Forbes' ranking of the country's riskiest markets measures which of the 40 largest metros are most vulnerable to future shocks.
Those looking to spin the real estate roulette wheel might want to steer clear of Miami. It ranks first on Forbes' list of the nation's riskiest real estate markets. Affairs are not much better farther north -- or west. Following in Miami's wake are Orlando, Sacramento and San Francisco. See Forbes' ranking of the country's riskiest markets measures which of the 40 largest metros are most vulnerable to future shocks.
Gallery: Riskiest US Housing Markets
The five laws of retail haggling
Many thrifty shoppers take pride in their ability to bargain with everyone from street vendors to car dealers and real estate brokers. But when it comes to retail shopping they never think to second guess the sticker price. That's a mistake, according to Consumer Reports, because you can put those same haggling skills to work at your local department store, electronics outlet and furniture store. Here are the five laws of retail negotiation.
http://www.marketwatch.com/news/story/five-laws-retail-haggling/story.aspx?guid=%7BAA0EC5C3%2DD100%2D4BF3%2D98B3%2D5C0386DBE787%7D
http://www.marketwatch.com/news/story/five-laws-retail-haggling/story.aspx?guid=%7BAA0EC5C3%2DD100%2D4BF3%2D98B3%2D5C0386DBE787%7D
Mini size Me!
Bucking the trend of ever-expanding dining portions, Chicago-based Minnies only serves miniature portions, including Lilliputian burgers and shakes.
Oil, the stock market and economic inconsistency
Is there a Bernie Madoff in your portfolio?
New McDonald's to include recharging stations for electric cars
