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Your Work What’s an Online MBA Worth?

What’s an Online MBA Worth?

A lot more than you probably think. But if you plan to get one, you have to finesse the degree’s lingering image problem.
Your Industry Time for Automakers to Get Ready for 45 MPG Limits

Time for Automakers to Get Ready for 45 MPG Limits

The Consumer Federation of America wants to see 45-mpg cars and trucks by 2020, and it thinks the industry should start preparing for that now. It also wants the EPA (not the federal traffic safety agency) to take the lead on legislation.
Your Money Dumbest Things You Do With Your Money

Dumbest Things You Do With Your Money

Even smart people make financial moves that are downright illogical. Emotions and superstitions have a sneaky way of keeping you from rational financial decisions. But dumb choices can have serious, real-world consequences. Here are some of the biggest blunders we all make, plus tips from the experts on how to keep cool.