From the Marketplace Datebook, here’s a look at what’s coming up on March 18:
- In Washington, the Commerce Department reports on construction of new homes for February.
- It’s National Biodiesel Day, observed on the birthday of engineer Rudolf Diesel.
- And do you wanna live forever? Irene Cara sung all about it in the hit song “Fame.” It’s her birthday tomorrow. She’ll be 55.
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