Not neceessarily. I think it's too soon to tell, and there are other factors to be taken into consideration. The fact that the number of Americans receiving unemployment has dropped does not mean that those people were hired to work; their claim period could have expired, since not everyone is eligible for extended benefits. Another factor to consider is the season- while still bleaker than last year, there are temporary summer jobs that need to be filled. But what happens to those workers come fall?

The disgraced former presidential nominee came out of hiding since admitting to an extramarital affair, to speak with the Washington Post about his plans for the future. He didn't commit to reentering politics anytime soon, but he definitely did not dismiss the possibility, saying "The two things I'm on the plant for now are to take care of the people I love and to take care of people who cannot take care of themselves. Sometimes you just keep your head down and work hard and see what happens." http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/06/17/AR2009061701844.html?sid=ST2009061703822

If Edwards does decide to return to politics, how warm of a reception will he receive?

New models can draw in a few new customers, but I don't think the Tour can outdo the more user-friendly and touchscreen iPhone and Pre... especially if existing Sprint customers already have the option to select the Pre.

I'll probably stick with what works- already acclaimed shows on the premium channels. I know new episodes of Weeds, Entourage, Curb Your Enthusiasm and True Blood will at least be entertaining and well-written. And it won't include Speidi.

The parade MUST GO ON. That's also coming from a Lakers fan. The team made a "responsible decision" and helped defray the cost to hold the event, so what's the big deal? It may be expensive, but everyone needs a reason to celebrate these days- the city shouldn't take that away from the fans, if they can avoid it.

Today, Samsung introduced its new Jet smartphone, which is compact, has a fast processor... and a touchscreen. It seems nowadays that the major carriers are creating - and profiting - the most from touchscreen phones: AT&T's soon-to-be-released Apple iPhone 3GS, Verizon's Blackberry Storm, TMobile's G1, Sprint's Palm Pre....and the list goes on. What makes touchscreen phones so popular? Ten years from now, will push-button phones even exist?

Facebook can also provide details about classmates you didn't really know in school, and give you a reason to connect in person with someone you otherwise would have dismissed. You may find out through FB that the kid you never spoke to in history class lives in the same city as you do, or is working in a different division at the same company.

It seems like the "status" factor is playing a big role in the rise of sales. Seems like people are willing to spend their money on big cars "to project their own success" as the article states, especially if they can do it cheaply. Not a new idea- Americans used to drop a lot of money on their cars, but U.S. prices are nowhere near as affordable as China's. Unless you're last name is Hilton, these days you're probably thinking twice about how you spend your money. At this rate, I could definitely see China surpassing the U.S.' auto industry sales by the end of the year.

Soon you may think twice about ordering the sweetest item on the menu. Chain restaurants with more than 20 locations may be required to disclose the calories of each item right on the menu. http://www.abcnews.go.com/Nightline/story?id=7815764&;page=1

Do you really want to know the nutritional value of of your meals when you eat out? Would it affect what you ordered?

I wouldn't be surprised if someone bid a good amount of money for his diaries, but I'm not sure how fast his typewriter would sell.

In a CNN article, chairman and CEO of U.S. Bancorp Richard K. Davis said, "We fully expect to continue to vigorously offer lending opportunities to our credit-worthy consumer, small business, corporate and institutional customers, invest for future growth and support the U.S. government's overall efforts to stimulate the economy." Analysts predict that several more banks may be able to repay TARP within the next six months to a year. I hope these stress tests results are accurate.