Bank of America settles mortgage case for 335 million
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan and federal officials announce a 335 million national settlement with Bank of America over Countrywide lending discrimination. About 15 000 African American and Latino Illinois borrowers are eligible for payments. nationwide roughly 200 000 borrowers affected. An independent administrator will distribute funds to victims identified by the DOJ.
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FAA sets rules for sleepy pilots update
The FAA issued updated airline pilot work rules to curb fatigue, aiming to reduce fatigue related errors from night shifts and time-zone travel. Carriers have two years to comply. industry groups estimate costs of hundreds of millions over a decade, with safety benefits debated.
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Economy gains momentum as 2011 ends on high note
The economy shows breadth of improvement with lower unemployment 8.6 percent, job gains for five straight months, and strong consumer spending. Gas prices ease while inventories rise and housing shows tentative recovery signals with 4.4 million existing sales rate and a 9 percent jump in new construction in November.
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Holiday shoppers drive varied gains ahead of Christmas
The holiday season shows stronger than expected spending with November through Saturday up 2.5 percent from last year. Online sales total nearly 32 billion dollars, up 15 percent, while projections by ShopperTrak comScore and the National Retail Federation foresee continued strength into the final week and beyond.
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