National: The national conversation on our fiscal health for the past few months has been about whether to extend the Bush-era tax cuts for households with incomes over $250,000, or to allow them to expire on Dec. 31. To my amazement, lost in all this controversy and discussion has been any mention of what this would really mean for high-income people in the context of historical tax rates. Comment.

Caribbean: The Economic Commission for Latin American and the Caribbean (ECLAC) has warned that climate change could cause losses of about 1 percent of the annual Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for regional countries between 2010 and 2100. Comment.

Caribbean: WASHINGTON, DC - One of the Caribbean’s most respected sons has been singled out by a leading American university as one of its most accomplished graduates. Comment.

Business: I am using the ATM a lot more during this holiday season, do you have any tips to prevent fraud? Comment.

Business: Thinking about starting a business? Well before you do it, ensure you have a conversation with your family and explain to them what you’re looking to do. This is especially important if a spouse or other family member is going to provide financial support while you work to get the business up and running. Comment.

National: “Obama Announces ‘Framework’ for Deal With Congress to Extend Bush-Era Tax Cuts.” That was the lead headline at this morning’s FoxNews website. It’s an eye-grabber, for sure. Comment.

Books: “What do we mean by Black Faces in White Places? It is more than just a numbers game and being the only person of color in a predominantly white environment. It is more than being subjected to racism and discrimination based on the color of your skin. Comment.

New York: A Wage Theft Prevention Act -- comprehensive legislation that will increase penalties and tighten enforcement of the New York laws protecting workers from wage theft was passed in he State Assembly and forarded to Gov. David Paterson for his signature. Comment.