Jan 28, 2009

Marketplace Morning Report for Wednesday, January 28, 2009

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Getting a new job may mean moving

by Marketplace Staff

Jan 28, 2009

In an unpredictable job market, being flexible is key -- even if it means moving to where there's more opportunity. Commentator Will Wilkinson says if there are no jobs in your town, it may be time to uproot.

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Fallout: The Financial Crisis

More world leaders converge in Davos

by Scott Jagow

Jan 28, 2009

The annual World Economic Forum got underway today in Davos, Switzerland, and more world leaders are in attendance than usual this year -- with one glaring omission. Scott Jagow talks to Diane Brady, senior editor at Businessweek.

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Climate envoy could help change policy

by Sam Eaton

Jan 28, 2009

President Obama's appointment of a top climate negotiator marks a change from the Bush administration. But the former president and new climate envoy have some things in common. Sam Eaton reports.

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Fallout: The Financial Crisis

House expected to pass stimulus

by Steve Henn

Jan 28, 2009

Today the House is expected to pass its version of President Obama's $825 billion economic stimulus plan, while the Senate is also considering its version. Steve Henn reports on what senators are trying to include in the bill.

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Fallout: The Financial Crisis

Recession sets the tone in Davos

by Sarah Gardner

Jan 28, 2009

The World Economic Forum usually attracts rock stars and supermodels to Davos. But this year, political leaders are taking the spotlight, and the tone is more subdued thanks to the recession. Sarah Gardner reports.

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American chef could heat up his career

by Marketplace Staff

Jan 28, 2009

Chefs from 24 countries try to out-cook each other in the Bocuse D'or, a huge competition held in France. This year, an American might win the top prize, which comes with a lot of prestige. Anita Elash reports.

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Beware of credit card fraud in recession

by Marketplace Staff

Jan 28, 2009

Los Angeles Times columnist David Lazarus recently had his credit card stolen from his gym locker, and the crooks went on a spending spree. He talks to Steve Chiotakis about how shockingly common these thefts are now.