Labor Day Weekend

67 People Were Shot In NYC This Weekend [UPDATE]

The Huffington Post | Christopher Mathias | Posted 11.06.2011

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A violent Labor Day weekend in New York City, in which a total of 48 67 people were shot, [UPDATE: The NYPD now confirms 67 people were shot in violen...

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Obama, Jobs, and Labor Day: An Editorial Roundup

Danny Groner | Posted 11.04.2011

Read More: Unemployment, Unemployment Rate, Labor Day, President Barack Obama, President Obama, Jobs, Obama, Barack Obama, Labor Day Weekend, Politics News

With 9.1 percent of the nation's labor force desperately seeking work, what can we take away from this national holiday? Here, a roundup of what editorial boards at newspapers around the country are highlighting this weekend.

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How The Economy Is Affecting Labor Day Weekend Travel [GRAPHIC]

The Huffington Post | Posted 11.03.2011

Read More: Jobs Crisis, Labor Day Travel, Summer, Great Recession, Airline Travel, Holiday Travel, Airports, Travel Plans, Economic Recovery, Travel, Airlines, Labor Day Weekend, Business News

This year, Labor Day arrives on the heels of news that the economy added no jobs during the month of August, just the latest sign of an economic recov...

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How To Spend Your Labor Day

The Huffington Post | Mallika Rao | Posted 11.02.2011

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A long weekend's a'comin', and we have the lowdown on what media you should spend your precious time off consuming. Read on for our thoughts on what t...

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Making a Difference: The World of Giving -- Giving Back on Labor Day

Lisa M. Dietlin | Posted 11.02.2011

Read More: Philanthropy, Food Banks, Labor Day, Donating to Charity, Feeding America, Making a Difference, Labor Day Weekend, Back to School, Mda Telethon, Food Insecurity, America Food Insecurity, Impact News

With Labor Day fast approaching, many of us are already beginning to anticipate the end of summer and all its fun activities. However, I suggest this Labor Day taking a look at the meaning of the holiday and what you can do to uphold and honor its original intent while making a difference.

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WATCH: No New Jobs, Obama Delays Smog Standards And Candidates' Labor Day Plans

Posted 11.02.2011

The latest jobs report, released Friday, shows that the U.S. economy added no new jobs in August as the unemployment rate remained steady at 9.1 perce...

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Laborless Cocktails

Liquor.com | Posted 10.30.2011

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It's hard to believe, but summer is almost over. Before you dig out your fall sweaters and Halloween decorations, there's one last fleeting taste of t...

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What To Do In NYC Over Labor Day

Inae Oh | Posted 11.02.2011

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Electric Zoo Festival Where: Randall's Island When: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 11AM-9:40PM Price: 3-day passes $299-$344, single-day passes $119...

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Best Buy Slashes Tablet's Price Tag--For One Weekend Only

Posted 11.02.2011

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TORONTO (Reuters) - Big box retailer Best Buy (BBY.N) has slashed up to $150 off the U.S. price tag for Research In Motion's (RIM.TO) PlayBook tab...

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Labor Day -- The Easy Way

Katie Campbell | Posted 11.01.2011

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If your idea of celebrating Labor Day involves cooking and setting up for hours, you've missed the point. There are plenty of tricks to try that will ensure your Labor Day celebration is a hit, without it taking a toll on you.

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Last-Minute, No-Labor Day Ideas

Fathom | Posted 10.25.2011

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Labor Day weekend is only a few days away and you haven't made any plans yet. Funny how summer slips through your fingers like sand in that castle you never got around to building.

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A Faith-Full Labor Day Weekend

Troy Jackson | Posted 10.10.2011

Read More: Christianity, Socrates, Labor Unions, Organized Labor, Labor Day Weekend, Labor Day, Religion News

This Labor Day weekend, we are challenging every congregation and faith community in Ohio and around the nation to devote a portion of your worship service to exploring a biblically informed perspective on labor.

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AAA: Expect More Traffic This Labor Day Holiday

The Expired Meter | Posted 05.25.2011

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Labor Day holiday traffic always sucks. This year, it's going to suck worse than last year according to AAA....

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Traffic Jam: 90% of 2.5 Million SoCal Travelers Expected To Drive

Los Angeles Times | Sam Quinones | Posted 05.25.2011

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Some 2.5 million Southern Californians will travel over Labor Day weekend, according to estimates from the Automobile Club of Southern California. Mo...

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PHOTOS: Even More Things To Do This Labor Day Weekend

Anna Almendrala | Posted 05.25.2011

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Given the FYF Fest, Taste of Beverly Hills weekend, and Citysearch's Labor Day Weekend in LA suggestions, we figure your weekend is pretty packed. But...

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Labor Day History: 11 Facts You Need To Know

Huffington Post | Nate Hindman & Craig Kanalley | Posted 05.25.2011

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Yes, Monday is a federal holiday in the United States, but Labor Day is much more than that. Labor Day has a rich history centered around workers. ...

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Work Until You're Dead? That May Be the Only Option for Many Americans

Jane White | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: 401(K), Mutual Funds, Labor Day, Third World America, Retirement, Labor Day Weekend, Personal Finance, Business News

Many Americans are likely to have to work until they are dead, not as a result of Social Security shortfalls but because of their inadequate 401(k) savings or the fact that they have no retirement plan at all.

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Labor Day Weekend Getaways: Vegas, Tahoe, And San Diego

latimes.com | Mary Forgione | Posted 05.25.2011

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Labor Day doesn't have to mean flipping hamburgers and hot dogs around the backyard grill. You could be viewing fireworks over Lake Tahoe or chilling ...

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For Labor Day Weekend: Try a Moochcation

Lea Lane | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Saving Money, Labor Day Weekend, Moochcation, Living, Travel News

With the desperation level climbing, the economic future volatile, and the Labor Day weekend ahead, I suggest a quest for finding new sources of low-cost or, preferably, no-cost breaks: a moochcation -- staying with people you may hardly know.

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The Faithful Shopper: September Values

Faith Hope Consolo | Posted 05.25.2011

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Being a fashionista need not entail a multimillion-dollar fortune. Style comes at all price points, and our Labor Day edition will focus on some of the more affordable stores in the city.

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Breathing Room for People and Their Cars

Don Jue | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Traffic, Holiday Traffic, Smarter-Ideas, Labor Day Weekend, Technology News

Finding new ways to reduce congestion will help reduce stress in our lives, improve economic productivity and help cut harmful emissions.

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This Labor Day, Green Companies and Union Workers Building a Sustainable Economy Together

Kimberly Freeman Brown | Posted 05.25.2011

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The employers in our report and their responsible business and labor practices mark a shift toward a more sustainable model for workers, shareholders, and the planet.

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Labor Day Weekend In Colorado: A Guide To The Best Holiday Events In The State

Posted 05.25.2011

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Looking to get away this Labor Day Weekend? Luckily, there will be no shortage of unique events within driving distance for Coloradans. From hot air...

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34.4 Million People Will Travel This Labor Day, AAA Says

AP | SANDY SHORE | Posted 05.25.2011

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DENVER — More Americans will get away for the Labor Day weekend this year, yet stick closer to home as they try to get the most for their money,...

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Help, My President Is Trying to Inspire My Children! A Parent's Desperate Series of Tweets

David Wild | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Health Care Reform, Harvard, President Barack Obama, Labor Day Weekend, Obama School Speech, Entertainment News

The following is a series of increasingly desperate tweets for help this parent was forced to make during this frightening Labor Day weekend.

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