From the Marketplace Datebook, here’s a look at what’s coming up on March 18:  

• In Washington, the Commerce Department reports on construction of new homes for February.

• It’s National Biodiesel Day, observed on the birthday of engineer Rudolf Diesel.

• And do you wanna live forever? Irene Cara sung all about it in the hit song “Fame.” It’s her birthday tomorrow. She’ll be 55.