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Warren Buffett meets with young entrepreneurs (AP) — Billionaire Warren Buffett is spending his day listening to business pitches from a select group of kids, but the ideas aren't likely to generate new acquisitions for Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway conglomerate. The kids, who are between 7 and 16 years old, are finalists in a contest tied to "The Secret Millionaire's Club," a cartoon narrated by Buffett that teaches kids about finance.

Special K churns out products in brand evolution Associated Press Copyright 2013 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Updated 9:41 am, Monday, May 20, 2013 The new line, which promises to fill people up with 8 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber, reflects Special K's push to move in step with evolving trends. [] Special K products largely gave dieters low-calorie imitations of their fantasy foods. [] weight watchers are increasingly looking for added benefits nutritional benefits, rather than just counting calories. The company, which also makes Frosted Flakes and Eggo waffles, has been struggling to grow sales at a time when Americans are looking for on-the-go options. Visitors can sign up for meal plans that help them reach their diet goal; at least one Special K product is included each day's plan, sometimes two or three. Product-based diet plans are short-term solutions that fall into the latter category, said Karen Miller-Kobach, chief scientific officer for Weight Watchers International, which promotes learning to eat all foods in moderation. She still eats it for breakfast on most weekdays, estimating that the generous bowls she pours herself clock in at around 250 calories with skim milk.

Oil rises on higher US stocks, falling dollar Associated Press Copyright 2013 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Updated 9:34 am, Monday, May 20, 2013 A falling dollar also sparked interest in oil. Since oil is traded in dollars, a weaker dollar makes crude and other commodities more appealing to investors with other currencies. Later in the week, the U.S. government will release home sales and durable goods orders for April and HSBC will release its monthly survey on China's manufacturing growth.

Special K is increasing its diet food empire.    

The price of oil rose Monday, taking its cue from the stock market and the dollar.