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The aftermath of Yasi

The full impact of cyclone Yasi will be revealed this morning, as north Queensland wakes up to examine the aftermath of a category five cyclone. Initial reports indicate damage isn’t as bad as originally feared, but thousands have been left homeless.

Merrill Lynch hasn’t seen the last of sub-prime carnage

While the US markets leapt overnight on news that the Fed will once again lower interest rates, the stench from the sub-prime fiasco doesn’t seem to be dissipating, writes Adam Schwab.