Company News:
> Steve Schwarzman nominated for "Top Men" list by AskMen.com. Article
> Icahn targeting Biogen. Article
> A.G. Edwards shareholders to vote on deal. Article
> Blackstone to acquire Indian construction firm. Article
> Another hedge fund goes down. Article
> CIBC lowers rating on Bear Stearns. Article
> Wachovia to pare jobs in VA. Article

Industry News:
> NY Post: More on CNBC's "finance femmes." Article
> Credit crisis spares China Banks? Article
> Another way the credit crunch affects the economy. Article
> Banks press American Home for loans. Article
> Moody's: loan commitments not a threat to top banks. Article

Regulatory News:
> SEC names new enforcement chief. Article
> More on Fed aiming to speed aid to mortgage owners. Article

And Finally... Contracting work tips. Article