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Romances made of everyday gestures

Ever hear the one about the guy who had peachy-pink peonies imported from Chile every February? Apparently, he wanted to guarantee his sweetheart a touch of spring each morning.

Fortune: An Almanac of American Wealth

Let's face it: One million dollars ain't what it used to be. Still, any household with that much in the bank is doing fine, thanks. So how many Americans hit that mark? In terms of assets, about 5....

Wander the fragrant streets of Mackinac Island

My first morning on Michigan's Mackinac Island, I thought I had wandered onto a Hollywood back lot.

Fortune: Tyrants, Statesmen, and Destroyers (A Brief History of the CEO) Today's disgraced chieftains are the product of

Like any of today's chief executives, John Jacob Astor did his best to stick to a strict daily schedule. As the leading merchant of the early 19th century, he arrived at the office each morning to ...

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