Recession struggles mean porn for former HS biology teacher Tiffany Shepherd, former high school biology teacher, is being denied work either because she worked as a bikini-clad fishing charter attendant or because she wasn't showing up for work. Oh, and there's the porn… (Photo: fisherwy.blogspot.com) Not showing up for work and not having a reasonable excuse are ...

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Retail analyst Howard Davidowitz says the economy has forced many retailers to again offer layaway. Most retailers had stopped because it was not economical for them. Davidowitz tells Ari Shapiro that layaway has some advantages for consumers — but they better make sure they will be able to make the final payment, or they will ...

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When writer Lori Gottlieb couldn't afford to take her son on a vacation to Hawaii this year, she signed him up for swim lessons instead. Gottlieb knew times were tight, but nothing prepared her for the parade of part-time swim instructors she met pool-side.» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us Read more about Swim Teachers? No, ...

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Economist and part-time advice guru Tim Harford uses the cutthroat principles of economics and capitalism to help guide you through life's little quandaries.» E-Mail This     » Add to Del.icio.us Read more about Priceless Advice From 'The Undercover Economist'...

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Abducted at 11, Reappeared at 29 Oceans of time have passed. Oh, to feel that joy of reunion. It is indescribable joy. (Photo: flickr.com) When a child or children are abducted, life for a parent comes to a halt. Intense worry and thoughts of horror invade the senses, leaving you wondering why someone would do such a ...

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