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While the transitional government in Tunisia tackles challenges like how to agree on a constitution, it faces another problem: the state of the economy. Tourism is down drastically, as is money that used to flow from Libya.

California has some of the toughest campaign finance disclosure laws in the country. But when it comes to how much people can donate, there are plenty of loopholes to be exploited by savvy donors.

Millions of Americans have stopped looking for work out of frustration over poor job prospects. Millions more seeking full-time work have had to settle for part-time jobs. The U.S. economy has shown glimmers of hope, but economists aren't sure whether that will spur people to start searching anew.

The amount can be confusing and depressing, so many Americans never calculate it. Experts offer their formulas, and say you'll be far happier later if you pinch pennies now.

If the housing bubble was the best of times -- Americans feeling rich with equity and flush with credit -- this may now be the worst of times. The real estate market has crashed, foreclosures are comm

Job opportunities are still scarce, but so is self-confidence for some potential employees. Many lose faith in their abilities when they lose a job, and getting back to work can cause a lot of anxiety.

Pakistan's leaders have embarked on a plan to expand production facilities. At the same time, domestic terrorists have become increasingly sophisticated in their attacks. The two trends could be a lethal combination.

In Mexico's ongoing drug war, the country's northern border has become a virtual war zone. But at the same time, the region's economy is flourishing, with factories adding jobs and exports to the U.S. reaching record levels.

San Diego pop band The Softlightes play the Casbah with Anya Marina, a magic card convention takes over downtown, and cross the border for some compelling contemporary art and music. These recommendations and more from our guests.

Recent scandals have apparently cost Bo Xilai his job as Communist Party chief in the southwestern city of Chongqing. Bo had once seemed headed straight for China's top leadership body, but corruption allegations and an imbroglio involving his former right-hand man helped drive him from power.