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Marketplace PM for July 30, 2007
Jul 30, 2007

Marketplace PM for July 30, 2007

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U.S. shrimping still endangered

Jul 30, 2007
The FDA may have banned the import of Chinese shrimp, but it still doesn't help the rapidly declining American shrimping industry. Kai Ryssdal talks to Bob Jones, the executive director of the Southeastern Fisheries Association.

Get ahead through mimicry

Jul 30, 2007
In the work place, standing out can often take you far. But commentator Richard Conniff says that it's safer and more effective to stand together with your colleagues.

FDA not pulling Avandia from shelves

Jul 30, 2007
A panel at the Food and Drug Administration voted not to pull diabetes drug Avandia from the U.S. market, despite a highly-publicized study linking the drug to an increased risk of heart attacks. Steve Henn reports.

Love is fleeting, but that diamond . . .

Jul 30, 2007
When the relationship isn't meant to be, that diamond ring isn't going to do much good on your finger. But Sean Cole found out that it can still be a tough sale.

H-1B visa just a ticket to the way station

Jul 30, 2007
H-1B visas used to be a way for immigrants to secure green cards. But these days, many foreign workers obtain the U.S. work permit with no intention to stay. Aswini Anburajan reports.

Credit market ills go beyond subprime

Jul 30, 2007
American Home Mortgage was the latest victim of a smarting subprime mortgage market. And as Amy Scott reports, the company doesn't even make subprime loans.

Auction could change wireless game

Jul 30, 2007
The FCC will soon announce the rules behind its auction of the broadcast spectrum. Lisa Napoli reports that the way the auction goes could have a big impact on the U.S. mobile industry.

Printers concerned over Adobe deal

Jul 30, 2007
Adobe's partnership with FedEx Kinko's will allow users to send their documents directly to FedEx Kinko's for printing and delivery. Some in the printing industry are worried about the deal. Jeremy Hobson reports.

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James Bond Theme Eric Winstone
Do They Owe Us A Living? The Soft Pink Truth
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Banderilla Calexico
Banderilla Calexico