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With Americans feeling the force of the recession, some charges have grown from minor annoyances to pet peeves.

Oprah Winfrey's endorsements have been golden for many book publishers and product makers. But some picks have tarnished the talk-show host's reputation.

Companies discontinue products all the time, and generally no one objects. But if consumers speak up, sometimes that's enough to bring a product back.

These particular products have had loyal (if not numerous) customers who miss them.

Pro sports are supposed to make money, and investors are keeping score. Here are some teams that could disappear -- or move -- if their finances don't get better.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety found that drivers of the Smart Fortwo, Honda Fit and Toyota Yaris could face significant injuries in crashes with larger, midsize vehicles.

The best brokers for your money
A brokerage can't make the market behave, but it can charge fair fees, help you find the right investments and otherwise guide your way.
10 dysfunctional family businesses
Many household names come from households distinctly in disarray. And for these high-profile family feuds, it isn't just personal -- it's also business.
Recession lessons from the movies
Make some popcorn, plant yourself on the couch and enjoy some cheap entertainment -- and get a financial education. Here are 10 money maxims from Hollywood.
Becoming a savvy shopper
Here is MSN's guide to the tricks of the supermarket trade and how you can resist them.

10 companies Americans love to hate
Some 'winners' are making a third appearance in MSN Money's Customer Service Hall of Shame. Here's the countdown to No. 1.
10 companies that treat you right
From Southwest, with its rapping flight attendants, to Apple, where geniuses roam, here are the companies that ranked highest in a recent poll.
As economy failed, perks rolled in
The recession bit nearly everyone last year, but for top executives, jets, ski condos, company cars and memberships at posh country clubs eased the pain.
Could your clunker bring you $4,500?
Under a 'cash for clunkers' bill, car owners might earn windfalls by trading in their gas guzzlers for vehicles with better mileage. Here's a look at some cars that would qualify.

7 things getting cheaper, 7 that aren't
Sometimes good things come to those who wait. For example, houses are a lot more affordable than they used to be. But meanwhile, the prices of some necessities just keep going up.
The 10 richest people in the world
As hundreds of billionaires disappeared in last year's financial carnage, Microsoft's Bill Gates regained the No. 1 spot despite losing nearly $20 billion.
When rock-star CEOs leave the stage
How badly does Apple need Steve Jobs? The simple fact is that when superstar leaders leave, companies often falter.
10 bulk-buying bargains
From Budweiser to Huggies, here are the products that will save you a bundle if you shop at Costco or Sam's Club.

America's best home businesses
Are you a would-be at-home entrepreneur? See how 10 of the best make it work, and find 90 more at StartupNation.
The 10 worst bailout boondoggles
Saving the economy . . . wasn't that the reason for the huge bailouts of the financial sector? Instead, Wall Street titans are finding outrageous ways to spend taxpayers' cash.
The world's richest tax cheats
Many of the world's wealthiest people have been suspected of tax evasion, but convictions for cheating the government are relatively rare. Check out some of the richest tax dodgers.
Learn from 10 celebrities' financial blunders
Check out these 10 financial performances -- from the late Heath Ledger's will error to Britney Spears spending splurges -- you don't want to repeat.

Will your bank pass the stress test?
The nation's biggest banks have been put under the microscope, with the results of these stress tests due out soon. The tests should tell us which ones face the most trouble. Find out how the banks might fare.
14 brands in danger of disappearing
Consumers are cutting back, and corporate America is responding with cuts of its own. Companies from automakers to toothpaste sellers are looking to phase out their weakest products.
Dollar-store deals and duds
Check out MSN Money's guide to the 5 best dollar-store buys. But shoppers should beware: Some products are best left on the shelves.
Wallet vs. waist: Fast-food cost per calorie
McDonald's, KFC and other chains are benefiting from Americans' newfound frugality when it comes to eating out. In a survey of 15 menu items, which are more cost- or calorie-conscious?

Top-earning dead celebrities
When it comes to making millions, there's no need to let a little thing like your death get in the way. The 13 celebs on Forbes.com's list drew a combined $194 million over the past 12 months.
Wall Street's best bull runs
From pain to gain: These 5 astounding stock rallies rose from recessions. Find out which ones earned investors the most money.
Celebrity buying power
In just half an hour, Oprah earns enough money to buy a new car. Read on to see how your purchasing power compares with Angelina's, Miley's and others'.
As banks broke down, CEOs cashed in
Many of the CEOs who led their banks and brokerages into the subprime abyss collected millions through salaries, stock options and bonuses. Take a look at what some of the key players earned.

10 ways you can still buy American
It only feels like everything you buy today is from China. Here are bicycles, appliances, clothes and other products made by companies committed to US labor and materials.
Discontinued products we want back
Still long for the taste of a Hydrox cookie or the silky-smooth shave from Edge Active Care? So do MSN Money readers, who say these are the products they miss the most.
10 shrinking products
Big companies are protecting profits with subtle repackaging, putting a little less into boxes of cereal, containers of ice cream, rolls of paper towels and other products. Guess who's paying for it.
An all-star list of Madoff victims
The roster of former clients reporting big losses from the Bernard Madoff includes famous celebrities and a Nobel laureate.

StartupNation's Dorm-Based 20
Meet the leaders of StartupNation's 20 best dorm-based businesses. This generation is tech-savvy, driven and not counting on corporate America for jobs.
America for sale: Here come the bargain hunters
With the dollar's slide and the US real-estate market in shambles, foreign bargain hunters are on an American shopping spree.
12 new 'necessities' that drain your cash
Your mind-set about needs versus wants may determine whether you thrive or flounder. Here's a closer look at some of the entitlements that people think they must have.
The bear market blues: 10 costly declines
America's current economic meltdown is not the first time investors have lost big. View the slide show for details on the biggest bear markets that have hit Wall Street.