MARKETWATCH FRONT PAGE Rising oil prices pressured consumer-related stocks, while investors ditched some of their worst-performing financial stocks in the final week of 2008. See full story. U.S. blames Hamas for Middle East violence For a third day, Israeli air forces strike targets linked to militant group Hamas in the Gaza Strip Monday, bringing the death toll to more than 300, according to a BBC report. See full story. Futures Movers: Oil futures rally as Israeli air raids in Gaza continue Crude-oil futures pare their early strong gains as Israel kept up its air raids in the Gaza Strip, raising fears that escalating geopolitical tensions could lead to a disruption of oil supplies from the Middle East. See full story. Bond Report: Treasurys up as flight to safety resumes after Gaza fighting Treasurys higher pushing short-term yields down by the most in almost two months, as investors seek the safety of U.S. government debt. See full story. Real Estate: Four refinancing strategies for today's low-interest-rate climate Lured by low mortgage rates, many homeowners have been rushing to refinance. Interest is gaining for good reason: Eligible borrowers can lock in rates that haven’t been this attractive in decades. See full story. MARKETWATCH PERSONAL FINANCE Weekend Edition: Ten investment ideas that will make you money in 2009 Here are 10 ways -- combining defensive and proactive strategies -- to position your portfolio for the next 12 months:

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