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A gas drilling site on the Marcellus Shale is seen in Hickory, Pennsylvania February 24, 2009.

Penn Lawmaker Introduces Bill Seeking Moratorium On Natural Gas Injection Wells

A Pennsylvania lawmaker is trying to impose a moratorium on natural gas injection wells following evidence they are linked to increased cases of earthquakes in the U.S.

Exxon, Rosneft To Cement Historic Energy Deal

Russian Prime Minister Putin and Exxon CEO Tillerson look on at a signing ceremony in the Black Sea resort of Sochi

Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE: XOM) and Rosneft (LON: ROSN) are expected to cement a historic deal on Monday that would allow Exxon access to Russia's Arctic reserves and catapult Rosneft on the global energy stage by granting it entry into North America, reported Reuters, citing sources familiar with the matter.

Iranians Attended North Korean Rocket Launch: Report

Iran and North Korea have long been suspected of having exchanged ballistic missile technology.

Roku 2 XD, XS Release Date: Canada Launches Devices With 100 Channels

Following a successful debut in the UK, Roku is releasing its Roku 2 XD and flagship Roku 2 XS in Canada. The devices offer easy access to multimedia services including Netflix, Crackle, Pandora and even games such as Angry Birds.

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Bee Gees singer Robin Gibb in coma in hospital after contracting pneumonia

Robin Gibb in Coma, Nears Death: Bee Gee 'Bucket List' Revealed

Robin Gibb's friends have revealed that the Bee Gee kept a 'Bucket List' by his bedside and added to it daily before falling into a coma on Friday.

Supreme court rejects Skilling's Enron case appeal

The Supreme Court on Monday refused to hear the latest appeal by former Enron Corp Chief Executive Jeffrey Skilling seeking to overturn his criminal conviction over the collapse of the Houston-based energy trading giant more than a decade ago.

Retail sales strength eases growth worries

Retail sales showed unexpected vigor in March as Americans shrugged off high gasoline prices and bought a range of goods, suggesting economic growth in the first quarter was probably not as weak as many had feared.

The K-E Diet: New Trend Uses Feeding Tubes For Rapid Weight Loss, How Far Is Too Far To Shed The Pounds?

The newest trend in extreme dieting, The K-E Diet, is gaining momentum in terms of popularity, namely with brides-to-be, as the diet boasts anywhere from a 10-20 pound rapid weight loss in as little as 10 days through the use of a feeding tube. But how far is too far when it comes to shedding the pounds?

Coty reaffirms offer for Avon at $23.25 per share

Beauty product company Coty Inc, whose $10 billion bid for larger rival Avon Products Inc was rejected earlier this month, reaffirmed its original cash offer of $23.25 per share on Monday.

Moody's Downgrades Nokia's Rating, Says Transition Challenging

Moody’s Investors Service on Monday downgraded the rating of Finland-based mobile maker Nokia from Baa3 to Baa2, a move in response to the company’s announcement of sharp decline in mobile sales in the first quarter this year.

Gannett's Revenue Declines On Restructuring Costs, Ad Slump

Gannett Co. (NYSE: GCI), the largest U.S. newspaper group by circulation, said Monday that earnings fell in the first quarter due to a slump in advertising revenue and restructuring costs.

KKR To List MMI International On Singapore Exchange

KKR & Co. L.P. (NYSE: KKR), a global private equity company, plans to list precision engineering components manufacturer MMI International on the Singapore Exchange, reported the Dow Jones Newswires, citing three people familiar with the matter, as financial market conditions stabilize on the island nation.

Tom Petty Guitars Stolen: $7,500 Reward Offered 'With No Questions Asked'

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers have come out offering a $7,500 reward for the return of five guitars that were stolen from the band on Apr. 12.

Obama On Secret Service Scandal: Will Wait On Full Investigation Before Passing Judgment

U.S. President Barack Obama on Sunday, commented for the first time on the scandal surrounding the Secret Service saying that he will wait for the full investigation before passing final judgment.

Solid U.S. retail sales may ease Q1 growth worries

U.S. retail sales rose solidly in March as Americans shrugged off high gasoline prices and bought a range of goods, implying that economic growth in the first quarter was probably not as weak as many had feared.

Fed: Growth Slows Among New York Manufacturers

The New York Fed reported on Monday slowing growth within the manufacturing sector in March, with overall sentiments remained positive and employment improved despite difficulty finding highly-skilled labor.

Karzai Blames NATO's Intelligence Blunders For Afghanistan Attacks [VIDEO]

Karzai went on to praise Afghan forces for handling the situation, saying they had proved themselves capable of defending their country.

Lord Ahmed Suspended From Labor Party For Allegedly Offering £10-Million Bounty On Obama

A controversial British peer of Pakistani origin, who allegedly announced a £10-million bounty for the capture of US President Barack Obama and his predecessor George Bush, has been suspended from the UK's Labor Party.

Australia Eases Sanctions Against Myanmar

I can announce that we are lifting sanctions considerably, Carr said.

March US Retail Sales Rose 0.8%, Higher Than Expected

Sales at U.S. retailers rose sharply for the third straight month in March, as Americans continued to weather the hike in gasoline prices and splurged on buying new cars and renovating their homes.

Coty says may consider raising bid for Avon

Beauty product company Coty Inc, whose $10 billion bid for larger rival Avon Products Inc was rejected earlier this month, said it might raise its offer if it was invited to examine the direct seller's books.

Stock futures gain after weekly drop; retail sales eyed

Stock index futures advanced on Monday ahead of retail sales data, indicating the S&P 500 may climb after suffering its worst weekly decline of the year.

Members of Philippine Army inspect one of eight Chinese fishing boats spotted in Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea.

US, Philippines Launch Military Exercise Amid Naval Standoff Over South China Sea

In a joint military exercise, nearly 7,000 US and Philippine forces have begun South China Sea drills amid growing maritime tensions between Manila and Beijing over a disputed shoal.

US Futures Up Ahead Of Retail Sales Data

Futures on major US stock indices point to a higher opening on Monday ahead of economic data including retail sales.

Currency dealers work in a dealing room of a bank in Seoul

South Korea Cuts Growth Forecast For 2012 Amid Weakening Exports

South Korea's central bank has lowered the country's growth forecast for 2012 to 3.5 percent on account of the global economic slowdown that has resulted in the weakening of exports.