Global leaders map response to slowing world economy
In Rome the finance ministers from the United States Germany France and Britain with Russia discuss actions to spur growth and avert recession ahead of a midmonth leaders summit. O Neill urges Europe to rebound while Germany and France trim growth forecasts and Japan implements reforms.
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EMC earnings miss signals IT spending slowdown
EMC warns second quarter earnings will fall well short of Wall Street expectations due to a global slowdown and a strong dollar hurting Europe sales. The update comes as tech spending slows and investor concerns mount about the sector’s outlook.
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Economists Correct May Consumer Spending Error
Commerce Department economists acknowledged a math error that overstated May consumer spending. The revised figure shows a 0.3 percent rise, not 0.5 percent as initially reported, affecting views of the economy’s strength.
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National Award Honors NMSU Dean for Public Service
Jerry Schickedanz dean of New Mexico State University College of Agriculture and Home Economics received a Secretary's Honor Award from U S Secretary of Agriculture Ann Veneman for expanding outreach to rural Hispanic and Native American communities. The recognition cites leadership of the Rural Agricultural Improvement and Public Affairs program and related welfare to work and youth initiatives.
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Planning for College Costs With Zero Coupon Bonds
Financial advisor outlines saving early for college, citing rising tuition to about 40 000 by 2018. Recommends zero coupon U S Treasury STRIPS as a way to lock maturity value, with caution that market value may vary before maturity and this is general informational material.
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Leaf-Hopper Pest Threatens New Mexico Chili Crops
Southern New Mexico chili growers monitor for the beet leaf-hopper a fast flying pest that damages leaves and spreads curly top virus. Officials say infestation is spotty but fields are kept under watch with insecticides used as needed. Yields rose from 1999 to 2000 across Dona Ana and Luna counties as farmers adjusted practices.
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Mesilla
Dona Ana County
John White
Ware Radi
Eile
White
Luna County
Phil Hibner
Jay Yates
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