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-- Linda Stern is a freelance writer. Any opinions in the column are hers. You can follow Linda Stern's financial notes on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/lindastern --

Is it time to move your financial life online? A crowded field of new and established websites promises to give you all the record-keeping and budgeting advice you'll ever need -- for free.

The British government has published a guide to help ministers understand how to use the social networking site Twitter, with the aim of extending its news and corporate messages online.

U.S. officials could lay out as soon as Wednesday guidelines for how banks can repay taxpayer bailout funds, sources familiar with administration thinking said on Tuesday.

The head of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City outlined his suggestions for principles which should guide the resolution process if financial institutions fail.

Activision said it named Dan Rosensweig, Yahoo former chief operating officer, to run the unit that develops the videogame software maker's unit popular Guitar Hero franchise.

Activision said it named Dan Rosensweig, Yahoo former chief operating officer, to run the unit that develops the video game software maker's unit popular Guitar Hero franchise.

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke on Tuesday said leaders from the Group of 20 rich and developing economies should agree early next month on principles to guide nations as they revamp financial rules to prevent future crises.

Matt Murphy, 38, a Capricorn from New York City, is planning a big trip in 2009 but agonizing between a jaunt to tango in Buenos Aires or a nightlife jag in Shanghai. The price is the same, but which trip fits his personality better? Maybe astrology has the answer.Every January, stargazers unveil their yearlong predictions for each sign; the in-depth life guides run through money...

Tax payers can expect to receive rebates starting in May, after President George W. Bush today signed into law a bill authorizing payments from $300 to $1,200 to more than 130 million people. The rebates are part of $168 billion plan approved by lawmakers this month to give a booster shot to the slowing U.S. economy. The stimulus package also includes tax breaks for businesses when they invest in new plants and equipment.

Japan is planning government-backed exams for phone guides who will help users navigate their increasingly complicated mobile phones.

Forget Paris, New York and Rome. The real home of gourmet dining is Tokyo, according to the new Michelin restaurant guide unveiled on Monday.

Google Inc. announced on Monday that it has released an add-on for its Google Earth software, allowing users to find election information across the country.