Polar Bear Threatens Beaver as Canada National Symbol
A Canadian senator has launched a campaign to replace the industrious beaver with the indomitable polar bear as Canada's national emblem, saying the incumbent is a dentally defective rat.
MF Global stock, bonds fall again as clouds darken
Shares of MF Global Holdings Ltd hit another all-time low and bonds were in freefall on Friday as troubles intensified for the U.S. futures brokerage that is looking to sell off units in order to retain customers, and to survive.
E-brokers for customized certificates to hit Swiss market
Electronic brokers for customized structured products are set to hit the Swiss market next year, allowing investors to get even better deals from banks.
Consumer spending rises, weak incomes a worry
Sluggish income growth led U.S. households to cut back on saving in September to raise their spending, showing the economy's recovery remains fragile.
Cablevision misses Street estimates, shares tank
Cablevision Systems Corp's quarterly earnings widely missed Wall Street estimates as it faced a weak economy, high programing costs and increased competition from phone companies offering TV services.
Wall St edges lower as indexes pause after rally
Stocks edged lower on Friday as investors paused after a rally that lifted the S&P 500 index almost 20 percent from near bear market levels where it had sunk earlier this month.
Africa's oil scramble heads east to uncertain waters
Africa's new scramble for oil is heading east, where the potential could be huge but the risks are far higher than in the well-established sector on the continent's west coast.
Kenya yr/yr inflation rises to 18.91 pct in Oct
Annual inflation in Kenya rose more than expected to 18.91 percent in October as food, electricity and fuel prices increased along with transport costs, but analysts said it was close to peaking.
Analysis: Mortgage probe may open new path for housing relief
A controversial weapon could be deployed soon in the U.S. fight against the housing crisis as states and top banks near a deal in their dispute over mortgage abuses -- cutting the mortgage debt owed by homeowners.
Swiss Re reclaims prized S&P credit rating
Swiss Re has regained a prized credit rating lost during the financial crisis, a key step toward the reinsurer's goal of expanding its business.
S.Africa's rand gains vs dollar, eyes on credit, PMI data
South Africa's rand firmed on Friday and was on course to record its best week in two years, still benefiting from news of a deal towards resolving the euro zone debt crisis.
Congo election campaign kicks off
Election campaigning began in the Democratic Republic of Congo on Friday and organisers said the polls will go ahead on November 28 despite concerns over whether preparations have been adequate.
NATO confirms decision to end Libya mission on Monday
NATO confirmed on Friday it would end its Libyan mission next week, seven months after launching air and sea operations that helped bring the overthrow and death of Muammar Gaddafi.
Islamists to rule Tunisia; clashes in cradle of revolt
The leader of the Islamist party which won Tunisia's first free election appealed for calm in the town where the Arab Spring began, accusing forces linked to the ousted president of fanning violence there.
MF Global trades as usual on exchanges: SGX, LME
Exchanges in London and Singapore said it was business as usual on their bourses for futures broker MF Global Holdings Ltd on Friday, after two rating agencies downgraded its debt to junk status.
Mortgage Probe May Open New Path for Housing Relief
A controversial weapon could be deployed soon in the U.S. fight against the housing crisis as states and top banks near a deal in their dispute over mortgage abuses -- cutting the mortgage debt owed by homeowners.
Goodyear Swings to Profit, Beats Expectations on Pricing Gains
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co (GT.N) reported a much higher-than-expected third-quarter profit, helped by an 18 percent rise in revenue per tire, and its shares rose more than 7 percent.
Gold helps lift TSX as euro deal optimism fades
Canadian stocks edged higher in early action on Friday, led by a rise in shares of gold and base metal miners, even as fading optimism over a European debt deal weighed on the broader market.
Barcelona Star Fabregas Backs Under-Fire Teammate Messi
Barcelona star Lionel Messi has been backed by teammate Cesc Fabregas to leave behind his recent below-par form.
Home appliance makers make cuts as demand weakens
The world's two leading home appliance makers are cutting costs -- from jobs to factories -- as they face weaker demand in major markets from Europe to the United States, with recession-wary shoppers putting off big-ticket buys such as washing machines and refrigerators.
Samsung surges past Apple in smartphones, upbeat on Q4
Samsung Electronics Co overtook Apple Inc as the world's top smartphone maker in the July-September period with a 44 percent jump in shipments, and forecast strong sales in the current quarter in a clear warning to its rivals.
Wall Street Dips after Rally, HP Shares Jump
Stocks edged lower on Friday as investors paused following a powerful rally that propelled the S&P 500 index almost 20 percent since briefly dipping into bear market territory earlier this month.
Whirlpool to axe jobs as demand softens
Whirlpool Corp, the world's largest maker of household appliances, will cut production and axe about a tenth of its workforce in North America and Europe, as demand softens for big-ticket items like washing machines and fridges.
Whirlpool to Axe Jobs, Cut Production in U.S., Europe on Softening Demand
Whirlpool Corp., the world's largest maker of household appliances, will cut production and axe about a tenth of its workforce in North America and Europe, as demand softens for big-ticket items like washing machines and fridges.
Consumer sentiment picks up in late October: survey
U.S. consumer sentiment improved in October for the second month in a row as consumers felt more upbeat about the economy's prospects, a survey released on Friday showed.
Merck Posts Strong Earnings on Gains from Asthma and Diabetes Drugs, HPV vaccine Gardasil
Merck & Co. announced on Friday that its net income grew to $1.69 billion from $372 million in the prior-year quarter, as gains from the company's diabetes and asthma medication offset losses from their Remicade and Simponi treatments for inflammatory diseases.
Chrysler CEO wants one wage rate for UAW workers
The two-tier wage system for unionized workers is not a viable structure for Chrysler Group LLC, and the U.S. automaker said it would like to find a long-term solution by the next round of labor talks in 2015.
Study Links Hostile Parenting With Behavior Problems
Taking classes during the third trimester of pregnancy may help.
Michele Bachmann: Ronald Reagan Didn't Support a Flat Tax
Michele Bachmann broke from opponents Herman Cain and Rick Perry on Friday, saying she would not support a flat tax because Ronald Reagan didn't support it.
World Series Game 7: 5 Other Game 7s [VIDEOS]
Game Seven of the World Series will be held tonight in St. Louis. Here are five more great championship deciding, do or die, win or go home, name any other sports cliche you can think of seventh games.