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Do you know the difference between a "service campaign" and a "recall"? You’re not alone.

The Chinese electronics giant faces roadblocks to entering the U.S. market, chief among which is becoming familiar to Americans.

The U.S. and Japan made the largest commitments, pledging $3 billion and $1.5 billion, respectively.

Sen. Bill Nelson said consumers should get loaner cars while automakers fix those explosive Takata air bags.

The Seattle-based retailer has been criticized by green groups for relying too heavily on carbon-intensive coal power.

The electronics retailer reported an increase in sales, surprising analysts who predicted a drop.

General Motors, which had recalled 2.6 million cars because of faulty ignition switches, is running a compensation program for the problem.

North Korea, which has conducted three nuclear weapons tests in less than 10 years, has been punished with international sanctions each time.

A hotly contested race for a big airplane order ends in victory for Europe over the U.S.

Brick-and-mortar retailers are opening Thanksgiving and starting Black Friday sales earlier and earlier to compete with online rivals.

Wind developers say the production tax credit, which expired in 2013, is crucial for boosting renewable-energy development.

Business strategist Peter Schwartz says cars could wind up simply being the hardware that carries tech industry software.

Leana Wen is trying to launch a platform where doctors disclose information about their income. Some doctors are not excited.

Google now allows developers to make Android apps for "car-optimized" audio playback and messaging.

Shareholder group says plan would allow Satya Nadella to cash out even if Microsoft underperforms.

The home improvement retail sector is benefiting from pent-up demand for home renovations.

Target's earnings rose more than expected from last year as the effects of December's data breach wear off.

Your daily Starbucks habit could be a good thing, especially if you need to charge your mobile phone battery.

Youth-targeted TV and Internet commercials for sugary drinks are down overall, but kids are drinking in social media and app ads.

The announcement comes a week after China said its carbon dioxide emissions would peak by 2030.

The Skinny Mirror is coming to a store near you, and retailers hope the 10 pounds you lose mean more dollars for them.

The tariff caps are designed to limit producers passing on the extra cost of power used in the production of materials like cement and steel.

The upcoming iPhone 7 could offer an improved camera capable of shooting DSLR-quality images, according to a well-connected Apple observer.

Dollar General has agreed to sell up to 1,500 stores as part of its $9.1 billion offer.

Among other challenges, Australia's Joint Agency Coordination Centre says that parts of the search area are nearly four miles deep.

The current recall is confined to areas with persistently high humidity. Federal officials demand that it be expanded nationwide.

In the years since the Keystone pipeline was first proposed, falling oil prices and rising U.S. production have made it less relevant.

The Senate failed to approve the controversial Keystone XL pipeline. But Obama is likely to see it on his desk in the New Year.

The outspoken progressive senator meets with Walmart activists ahead of Black Friday demonstrations.