Amish Raid Leads to Seven Arrests for Hair Cutting Attacks
An Amish breakaway compound was raided by authorities Wednesday morning, leading to seven hate crimes arrests for incidents in the past few months in which members allegedly forcibly cut the hair of other Amish people in Ohio.
Groupon shares sink below $20 IPO price
Shares of Groupon Inc fell for a third day on Wednesday, sinking below the company's initial public offering price of $20 less than three weeks after the daily deal company went public.
Mormon Faith Only Hurts Romney in Primaries: Pew Research Center
According to a new Pew Research Center poll, a third of Republicans think Mormonism isn't a Christian religion, and these people are less likely to support Romney for the Republican nomination. But if Romney does get the nomination, an overwhelming majority of Republicans would vote for him over President Barack Obama.
Fitch says new shocks could threaten France's AAA
France would have limited room to absorb any new shocks to its public finances without endangering its AAA status, Fitch Ratings said on Wednesday, in the latest sign that the euro crisis could rob France of its cherished top-tier rating.
Nokia Siemens to Cut 17,000 Jobs Worldwide, Focus on Mobile Broadband Services
Nokia Siemens Networks plans to eliminate 17,000 jobs worldwide by the end of 2013 in an effort to streamline business operations, the company announced Wednesday.
Mixed data raises questions on economic momentum
Consumer spending growth slowed in October and business capital investment plans were weak, raising questions about expectations for solid growth in the fourth quarter.
Wall Street continues slide on Europe woes, China data
Stocks tumbled again on Wednesday, leaving the benchmark S&P 500 on pace for a sixth straight decline as frustration with the euro zone's debt crisis coupled with weak Chinese factory data sank investor sentiment.
FCC Chairman Opposes AT&T, T-Mobile Merger
Julius Genachowski's decision to call the hearing could spell trouble for the $39 billion transaction.
Conservative Senator John Thune Endorses Romney, Three Days After Ayotte
Sen. John Thune, R-South Dakota, endorsed Mitt Romney on Wednesday, just three days after Sen. Kelly Ayotte of New Hampshire gave her endorsement. Thune and Ayotte are both strong conservatives, so their backing may increase Romney's credibility among the voters who are most hesitant to support him.
Nokia Siemens Networks to slash staff by quarter
Nokia Siemens Networks, the world's second-largest maker of mobile phone network equipment, is axing 17,000 jobs, nearly a quarter of its workforce, to help save about 1 billion euros ($1.35 billion) a year.
Online holiday sales expected to rise 15 percent
U.S. online spending should increase 15 percent this holiday season, outpacing even last year's torrid growth, as shoppers are enticed by more retailers offering free or low-cost shipping, analytics firm comScore said.
Pandora shares fall on fears of competition, outlook
Shares of Pandora Media fell more than 10 percent on Wednesday after the online streaming music service company gave a muted fourth-quarter outlook.
Agricultural demand fuels Deere results, outlook
Deere & Co reported a 46 percent rise in quarterly earnings and projected substantial growth for 2012 amid strong global farming conditions and higher prices, sending its shares higher in an otherwise weak stock market.
Jobless claims rise, spending barely up
The number of Americans filing new unemployment claims rose last week and consumer spending barely increased in October, according to data on Wednesday which could prompt economists to tamp down on expectations for solid growth in the current quarter.
FAMU Drum Major's Death Gets Band Suspended; Hazing Investigated
Florida A&M's famous marching band has been suspended following the death of Drum Major Robert Champion. A probe is being conducted to see if hazing had anything to do with Champion's death last weekend.
S&P: Euro recession would threaten bloc's ratings
Standard & Poor's warned on Wednesday that credit ratings in the euro zone could come under renewed pressure if large parts of the currency bloc slip back into recession, as expected, next year.
Groupon Stock Falls Below IPO Price
Shares are down more 14 percent at mid morning trading, as the company joins the ranks of this year's initial public offerings that are currently underwater.
Global search for Tata chairman ends close to home
The next chairman of India's venerable salt-to-software conglomerate Tata Group will be an insider and a family member by marriage.
Italy's shadow economy moves into political spotlight
In the busy Naples square where she works, 18-year-old Arianna is a familiar sight as she darts back and forth from a cafe bearing trays with espresso and pastries.
Anyone but Romney: Iowa Conservatives Meet in Secret to Choose Alternative
It's no secret social conservatives are scrambling to find an alternative to Mitt Romney for the Republican presidential nomination, but with the Iowa caucuses just six weeks away, time is rapidly running out. That's why several socially conservative groups in Iowa held a secret meeting this week to strategize, CNN reported on Wednesday.
Highlights: EU's Barroso and Rehn on new economic governance
The European Commission proposed on Wednesday new, intrusive laws to make sure budgets of euro zone countries do not break EU rules and that their borrowing falls, which could lead to joint debt issuance in the future.
Consumer sentiment gains as gloom ebbs
Consumer sentiment held up in late November as some of the gloom over the economic outlook ebbed, a survey released on Wednesday showed.
Consumer sentiment gains in November as gloom ebbs
Consumer sentiment held up in late November as some of the gloom over the economic outlook ebbed, a survey released on Wednesday showed.
Wall Street falls 1 percent on Europe woes, China data
Stocks fell about 1 percent on Wednesday, putting the S&P 500 on track for a sixth straight losing session as the euro zone crisis and weak Chinese data weighed on sentiment.
San Francisco Street Art: The City is Their Canvas (PHOTOS)
San Francisco is one of the most popular tourist desitinations in the world. Besides the landmark Golden Gate bridge, San Francisco is also well known for being a hotbed of art, culture and freedom.
Olympus ex-CEO lands in Tokyo for showdown
Former Olympus Corp CEO turned whistle-blower Michael Woodford touched down back in Tokyo on Wednesday for a meeting with investigators probing one of Japan's biggest accounting scandals and a showdown with the board that threw him out.
Renewable Energy Becoming Cost Competitive, IEA Says
Renewable energy technology is becoming increasingly cost competitive and growth rates are in line to meet levels required of a sustainable energy future, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said in a report on Wednesday.
Megyn Kelly Petitioned to Eat Pepper Spray (VIDEO)
Megyn Kelly is being petitioned on the internet to eat or drink pepper spray on national TV following her controversial characterization of the crowd control mechanism as a food product.
German 10-year Bond Auction a 'Disaster'
A disastrous sale of German benchmark bonds sparked fears on Wednesday the debt crisis was beginning to threaten even Berlin, with the Bundesbank forced to dig deep into its pockets to ensure the auction did not fail.
Olympus ex-CEO lands for showdown, says police can
Former Olympus Corp CEO turned whistle-blower Michael Woodford touched down back in Tokyo on Wednesday for a meeting with investigators probing one of Japan's biggest accounting scandals and a showdown with the board that threw him out.