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Marxist Manga Puts the Commie Back in Comics

Be Well-Red in Bad Times with Marx's 'Das Kapital' Comic

by Steve Levenstein

With capitalism taking it on the chin of late, will communism prove to be fertile fodder for the downtrodden masses? Maybe so - a new, fictionalized manga version of Marx's "Das Kapital" is a hit in Japan today... tomorrow the world!

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7 Ways To Protect Your Small Business From Recession

by Donna Pacheco

Aren't you just dying for a bail-out like the banks? In times of recession, small business owners are the ones that get hit hard the most. Unfortunately for you, you are not AIG and you are not qualified for a perpetual lifeline from the US government. If a company of that magnitude fell, it will certainly be felt around the world. But you? You are just a small business owner and you are, in every sense of the word.. small. Don't worry though. It IS possible to ride out this recession with your business still intact. Read on for more.

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Railroad Crossing Alarm Clock Signals the Stubbornly Sleepy

by Steve Levenstein

If you've ever dreamed of being tied to the railroad tracks by some Snidely Whiplash-like ne'er-do-well, then The Railroad Crossing Alarm Clock from Banpresto is NOT for you.

Innovation Is a Long and Bumpy Road for China

by M Dee Dubroff

Can China become an innovative manufacturer of goods and rise to the top of the technological food chain? Will it be able compete with the rest of the world or will it remain a mid-level producer of products that other people design and engineer? Read on for some answers.

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6 Money Saving Tips for Small Business Owners

6 Money Saving Tips for Start-Up Businesses

by Donna Pacheco

Wondering if your small business will survive the current economic turbulence? Is your heart sinking everytime you hear more bad news? Face it, the prosperity bubble has burst and it is a difficult time to get credit. Here are some money saving tips to help you weather the storm.

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Finally! Find Out If People Really Like Their Jobs At Top Companies

by Beth Graddon-Hodgson

Glassdoor.com plays into the trend of transparency tyranny by allowing people to look through the office doors of major organizations and see what it's really like to work there. Employers can setup their own accounts to encourage their current staff members to provide their ratings and opinions; all under the veil of anonymity.

Trash the Dress.com: Getting Down and Dirty With Wedding Photography

by Beth Graddon-Hodgson

As beautiful and sentimental as they may be, most wedding photographs follow a similar format that are timeless but not what you'd call unique. Trash the Dress.com showcases the photos of the risk-taking bridal parties willing to throw caution (and their glamorous wardrobes) to the wind to capture a series of unique shots.

Leah McLaren: Model Entrepreneur For Young Writers

by Beth Graddon-Hodgson

Journalism and writing are popular career aspirations for today's youth, but most don't know the right way to go about chasing their dreams. Leah McLaren is a popular columnist, magazine contributor and author who sets a model example for young entrepreneurs hoping to see their names in print.

Japanese Virtual Wife Nags You to Eat Right

Japanese Virtual Wife Service Sends Health Hints by Cellphone

by Steve Levenstein

The Virtual Wife... no, it's not what you think, even though this new health and nutrition reminder service comes from Japan.

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The Year in Review: 2008’s Top Industries for New Businesses

by Beth Graddon-Hodgson

The best business opportunities in 2008 opened the doors of success for entrepreneurs looking to start their small businesses. Within these markets, businesses both successful and bizarre established themselves and found their niches.

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