Feb 21, 2006

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Amana funds

by Nancy Farghalli

Feb 21, 2006

What's the secret to one of the most profitable mutual funds around? As Nancy Farghalli reports, it's Islamic law.

Pakistani staff and customers at the first Islamic bank, Meezan Bank, in Karachi

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Wal-Mart earnings

by Ashley Milne-Tyte

Feb 21, 2006

The world's largest retailer posts its 4th quarter earnings today. Ashley Milne-Tyte reports that they're expected to be below what analysts had hoped.

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Bush's push for renewable energy

by Sam Eaton

Feb 21, 2006

President Bush visits the National Renewable Energy Laboratory in Colorado today to tout his alternative energy agenda. But as Sam Eaton reports, questions remain over whether the nation's top renewable research facility will face budget cuts.

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The New Tab

by Andrea Gardner

Feb 21, 2006

Looking to cash in on the growing market for energy drinks, Coca Cola is relaunching the Tab brand as a liquid power boost for women. Andrea Gardner reports.