Marketplace for June 27, 2011
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Shelf Life
Why it's important for communities to have bookstores
by Tess Vigeland
Jun 27, 2011
Author Ann Patchett discusses what it's like to open her own bookstore and what she finds most surprising about her entrepreneurial efforts.
Some hospitals think 'lean' when it comes to health care
by David Weinberg
Jun 27, 2011
One strategy for fixing the U.S. health care system that's been gaining momentum lately has origins in the Far East.
Pentagon budget under scrutiny
by David Gura
Jun 27, 2011
As President Obama restarts talks on national debt, some Republicans are now open to slashing military spending.
American Airlines' new boarding procedure has fans, foes
by Adriene Hill
Jun 27, 2011
No more back-to-front boarding; instead, "chaos at the gate," according to the union of flight attendants.
Goldman Sachs grows in Brazil
by Jeff Tyler
Jun 27, 2011
Goldman Sachs plans major expansion in Brazil as investment banks look to emerging economies for growth.
L.A. Dodgers' troubles escalate
by Marketplace Staff
Jun 27, 2011
The baseball team's owner, Frank McCourt, filed for bankruptcy protection today. It's just the latest mess for the storied sports franchise this season.