CNN Marketplace Update (10-29-2009 5 AM EDT)

" Millions of people on unemployment can breathe a little easier. The Senate has pushed through a political hurdle and is now moving to extend unemployment benefits for those people who may be running out. CNN's Lisa days or Dan brings us the details the Senate voted overwhelmingly last night. To end a filibuster and get ready to pass an unemployment extension. The Senate bill would add another fourteen weeks of benefits for everyone on unemployment -- weeks for those in the hardest hit states. -- still needs to get final passage has to be merged with a house version. But it's clear. An extension of unemployment benefits is on a very fast track Ford was the only US auto -- with a strong showing in consumer report's ranking of the most dependable cars. 90% of Ford products earned average or better than predicted reliability well above General Motors and Chrysler Asian automakers dominated the survey. The recession has been no party for many businesses CNN's meant cheery reports summer pulling the plug and holiday festivities as a result of the lean fiscal times sounds."

" This year's tradition takes a backseat to the bottom line for some. 62% of companies are planning holiday festivities this year compared to 77%. Last year. That's according to an annual survey by the outplacement firm challenger gray and Christmas back 10% or canceling parties altogether. In an effort to cut costs most companies that haven't put the kibosh on celebrations. Are planning employee only events on a work day or near the end of office hours met Gerri CNN the World Series between the Yankees and -- begins to ninety even the worst seats in the house will cost you hundreds of dollars on some online ticket brokers sites."

" One suburban Philadelphia woman was arrested for setting her own price on Craig's list."

" Dealers -- willing to do anything she said and she told officers that she would them. Engage in there -- sexual activity. With you individuals for two tickets."

" Ben Salem public safety director Fred -- CNN radio in the marketplace. I'm Cheryl Castro. "