Outside The Wire

Kiplinger editor says no guarantees on the usual post-recessionary economic trends.

The National Restaurant Association performance index hits 11-month high.

Spending on electronics down slightly, but personal inventories growing.

More than 70% of Americans believe the economy will get worse before it gets better.

Only 55% of workers say they can balance work and personal responsibilities.

Researcher says federal biofuel mandates will boost fuel and food prices and increase pollution.

The food and beverage industry may soon get the Big Tobacco treatment.

A plethora of reports offer stats and info on everything from happiness to alcohol consumption.

A new survey suggests that 35% of Americans are cutting the summer vacation plans.

A University of Arkansas professor says nuclear power plants are needed to reduce carbon emissions.

Heritage Foundation researcher says federal government is the problem, not the solution.

Research suggests younger-age photos are being used more often in obit listings.

A plethora of reports offer stats and info on everything from wifi airplanes to gentlemen’s clubs.

A growing chorus of folks say legalizing and taxing marijuana could help state and federal budgets.

Kiplinger editor suggests bright spots mask dark national employment outlook.

A “three-legged” approach is needed for women to improve their retirement income.

A University of Virginia project hopes to use methane to power your car and, possibly, your computer.

The Census Bureau pulls together trivia to mark the Mexican victory over French forces.

New research seeks to design a new windmill blade that better harvests the wind.

A new Edmunds report suggests auto incentives may not be in the best interests of the automakers.