It was incredible how strong the results were. The only things they have on their minds are guns, bullets, death read more

It was incredible how strong the results were. The only things they have on their minds are guns, bullets, death and a fear of the US occupation.

The ISM manufacturing number was really stronger than expected. Obviously we've seen a sell-off in the U.S. bond market. As read more

The ISM manufacturing number was really stronger than expected. Obviously we've seen a sell-off in the U.S. bond market. As a result of this, people are calling for one or two more Fed moves.

If you are someone who is traveling overseas for at least 14 days that includes April 15 and you are read more

If you are someone who is traveling overseas for at least 14 days that includes April 15 and you are away on business, you get an automatic extension to June 15 to file your return, ... You just have to attach a statement to your return explaining that you were out of the country.

So much of this world is based on illusion, temporariness, and disposability that I think it's essential that our closest read more

So much of this world is based on illusion, temporariness, and disposability that I think it's essential that our closest relationships reflect what is real.

When one looks at the results so far for Stephen King, it is something of a wash, ... He simply read more

When one looks at the results so far for Stephen King, it is something of a wash, ... He simply has made back the money it cost him to pursue this means of reaching his audience with his latest work. For authors who don't have the track record, reputation and built-in audience following of a Stephen King, obviously his example is one that doesn't necessarily encourage them to go out and dismiss their publishers.

A win is always the answer to get the bad taste out of your mouth. Beating Iowa is a great read more

A win is always the answer to get the bad taste out of your mouth. Beating Iowa is a great feeling. In our hearts, we all know we can beat any team in the country. We just need to believe it and play like we can every game.

There are one or two matters I wish to take up with them.

There are one or two matters I wish to take up with them.

Pretty healthy retail sales growth in November reinforces belief that consumer spending is picking up to some extent, and reduces read more

Pretty healthy retail sales growth in November reinforces belief that consumer spending is picking up to some extent, and reduces the case for a near-term interest rate cut.

I didn't lose my virginity until I was 18 The first time was a nightmare. Who shows you how to read more

I didn't lose my virginity until I was 18 The first time was a nightmare. Who shows you how to use a condom?