By MarketWatch MARKETWATCH FRONT PAGE David Callaway writes that the horrific terrorist attacks in Mumbai, India, are an ominous reminder that the challenges facing Barack Obama’s new team go far beyond renegade derivatives traders. See full story. Retailers pull out all stops to stir Black Friday buying Retailers are making a historic Black Friday push, laying bets that aggressive discounting and other incentives will set a more upbeat tone than expected for the holiday shopping season. See full story. Jon Friedman's Media Web: 'Obama-remorse' sweeps through the media Jon Friedman is starting to feel a little guilty about the media’s treatment of President-elect Barack Obama -- and he may not be the only one. See full story. MARKETWATCH COMMENTARY David Callaway: Dancing with the Big Three, and other reality TV nightmares The U.S. markets have entered a dangerous new phase, triggered by plunging financials, lack of economic hope, and relentless broadcasting of wealthy auto executives begging for taxpayer money like so many Olivers at the orphanage. See full story. MARKETWATCH PERSONAL FINANCE Ten ways to entertain well at home without going overboard A nasty economy has a way of putting a damper on spending but it doesn’t have to completely squash the spirit of holiday entertaining.

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