THE HOTTEST COMMODITY OF THE FUTURE: WATER: In the next quarter century, demand for water will boom as the world population swells. This liquid gold is expected to be traded like oil. Already commodity experts are brainstorming on how to create a marketplace for water futures. Read more
OBAMACARE VOTE: Most Americans say their view of Obamacare will play a role in how they vote in upcoming Congressional elections — but don’t count on that guaranteeing that a particular political party is slam-dunk winner this fall. Read more
PRESCRIPTION ROULETTE: The high price of prescription drugs is tempting more Americans to obtain their medications through alternative means at savings of 60 percent or more. Now, there are brick-and-mortar locations, primarily in Florida, that operate like traditional pharmacies for customers uncomfortable with the Internet. Read more
STOCKS CLOSE MIXED; DOW AND S&P AT RECORDS AHEAD OF JOBS REPORT: Read more
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