Retailers get a hand from select bargains in June
Top U.S. retailers reported better-than-expected sales for June after luring shoppers with bargains that analysts and shoppers alike say they will have to keep up for back-to-school.
Motorola Droid 3 launched on Verizon: New iPhone killer?
Motorola’s Droid 3 is now available on Verizon and it boasts of beefy specs, but is this Android powerhouse good enough to become the new iPhone killer?
Obama, lawmakers search for debt compromise
President Barack Obama and congressional leaders searched on Thursday for ways to break a deadlock over spending and taxes, and there were some glimmers of a potential compromise that would avoid a debt default.
Prince William, Kate Middleton Coming to Los Angeles
The royals are finally coming to Los Angeles on Friday for a weekend visit.
Analysis: UBS review adds fuel to restructuring hopes
UBS AG's admission that it may not reach profit goals and that new regulation has changed the game in investment banking is likely to fuel further doubts over its ambitions in fixed income, where it still trails rivals.
Wall St set for higher open after labor data
Stock index futures pointed to a higher open on Thursday after a sharp rise in private-sector jobs raised expectations of a solid U.S. employment report for June.
Greek bond buybacks on table in latest bank talks
ROME, July 7 - International banks, under pressure from European governments to help with another Greek bailout, discussed buying back the country's bonds in another attempt to stitch together a rescue plan after a French initiative failed.
ECB signals more rate rises to come, helps Portugal
The European Central Bank raised interest rates for the second time in three months on Thursday and signaled a further hike is likely this year to tackle inflation despite the intensifying euro zone debt crisis.
Bankers struggle to agree role in Greek aid package
International bankers and European Union officials failed to make progress on Thursday in securing a private sector contribution to a second bailout of Greece and bond yields climbed on concern about the scheme.
JPMorgan to pay $35 million in muni bid-rigging case
JPMorgan Chase was ordered to pay more than $35 million to settle allegations that employees participated in a bid-rigging scheme for derivatives sold to municipalities and non-profit organizations.
NYSE shareholders back D.Boerse deal
NYSE Euronext shareholders approved a $9.6 billion takeover of the American exchange operator by Germany's Deutsche Boerse AG on Thursday, moving the focus across the Atlantic where the deal faces its toughest battles.
Murdoch declines further comment on hacking at Sun Valley
Rupert Murdoch declined to comment further on the escalating phone hacking scandal at his British newspapers, saying on Thursday that he would not be adding to a statement he issued a day earlier.
Mets: Trading K-Rod, keeping Beltran would be smart compromise
Mets ownership will need to walk a tightrope in the next few weeks, as the team teeters on contending for a wild card berth and payroll continues to loom large for the financially strapped franchise.
Casey Anthony's Freedom Just Weeks Ahead - Awaiting Heaven or Hell?
Casey Anthony could possibly taste freedom in late July or early August. Will her freedom lead to heaven or hell? The life ahead of Casey Anthony is surrounded by countless speculations.
Jay Leno Bombs With Casey Anthony Joke (VIDEO)
Late night stand up comedian Jay Leno tried to make people laugh about Casey Anthony getting acquitted. It failed.
Obama, lawmakers aim for big things in debt talks
President Barack Obama and congressional leaders searched on Thursday for ways to break a deadlock over spending and taxes, and there were some glimmers of a potential compromise that would avoid a debt default.
Wall Street lifted by jobs data, retailers
Wall Street climbed on Thursday after a report showing a rise in private-sector jobs and strong sales at retailers lifted optimism in the economy.
Instant view: Private payrolls up in June
U.S. private employers added far more jobs than expected in June, bouncing back from a surprise slump the month before, a report by a payrolls processor showed on Thursday.
Jobless benefits fall, private sector employment rises in June
The latest economic data showed marked improvement over the course of one month, as applications for unemployment benefits fell and private sector employment increased.
Android-iOS Rivalry Heats up as Apple Takes Shot at Google
Apple brags about 15 billion app downloads and counting.
Yellowstone National Park Hiker Mauled By Grizzly Bear
A grizzly bear in Yellowstone National Park mauled a hiker, marking the first murder at the famous park in more than 20 years.
Tour de France (Live Coverage Stage 6 Streaming Updates)
The Tour de France moves into Stage 6, where the riders will start from Dinan and go to Lisieux.
Seattle offense quiet, lose 2-0 to A’s
The Oakland Athletics made sure they were not going to be swept by the Mariners in their final game together.
Daniel Radcliffe in 'The Deathly Hallows:' the end of an era [Pictures]
Pictures of Daniel Radcliffe in the film series, Harry Potter.
NYSE shareholders embrace D. Boerse merger
The New York Stock Exchange, an icon of American capitalism, moved closer to ceding control to a German company on Thursday after investors threw their support behind a $9.4 billion takeover by Deutsche Boerse AG .
Struggling LG slashes phone sales targets
LG Electronics Inc slashed its sales targets on Thursday, as it struggles to break into the fiercely-competitive smartphone market.
Harry Potter Reviews: Does the Film Live Up to the Hype?
The Harry Potter finale has been declared the most anticipated film of 2011 as it has already out sold its previous installments. It is also the fastest selling ticket of the year so far and has 2000 showtimes sold through Fandango. Throughout all of the hype and fan fever--is the film any good?
Banks struggle to agree Greek aid plan in Rome talks
International banks, under pressure from European governments to roll over their holdings of Greek debt, tried again to come up with a joint rescue plan on Thursday after talks over a French proposal fell apart.
Wall St lifted by ADP jobs data, retailers
Stocks climbed on Thursday after a sharp rise in private-sector jobs raised expectations of a solid U.S. employment report for June.
Casey Anthony Sentenced 4 Years in Jail, Maximum Sentence for Lying
Casey Anthony has been sentenced 4 years in prison, lying to investigators.