Google+ Social Network Takes First Step to De-throne Facebook
Google has stepped back into the social network ring with the launch of Google+ (Plus). The new social network hopes to succeed where Google's previous Buzz project failed by creating a more natural way for users to connect. The focus is by first playing it safe through utilizing basic functions of sharing photos, chatting, and meeting friends, and then builds on that with some unique features that rival Facebook's groups and text message blasts.
Lakers World Peace, Ron Artest not going to Finland, publicity stunt
Los Angeles Lakers forward Ron Artest may not be going to Finland as widely reported.
Toronto, London stock exchanges abort merger plans
The London and Toronto stock exchanges abandoned plans for a C$3.6 billion merger on Wednesday, as it became clear they would not win enough shareholder support for their transatlantic alliance.
Apple's white MacBook supply tightening ahead of new OS debut
The notebook for everyone is out of stock in many dealers.
Maple group expects to spoil LSE vote: source
A Canadian consortium believes it has enough support to stymie the London Stock Exchange's takeover bid for TMX Group , Canada's largest stock market operator, at a shareholder vote on Thursday, a source with the 13-member consortium said.
Greek hopes push stocks higher for 3rd straight day
U.S. stocks advanced on Wednesday after the Greek parliament approved austerity measures, taking an important step in the country's bid to gain access to international funding to avoid default.
Summerfest Kicks Off Today!
Summerfest, the world's largest music festival, opens its 10-day run with fireworks, performances, and a multitude of exciting activities.
Knicks Rumors: Kurt Thomas, oldest NBA player, to play center
The New York Knicks may be making a run at the oldest player in the NBA in free agent center Kurt Thomas. The 38 year old Thomas played for the Chicago Bulls last year after signing a one year contract for $1.3 million to backup Joakim Noah.
Site of Ryan Dunn’s car crash vandalized with spray paint
TMZ is reporting that the crash site where Ryan Dunn died last week has been vandalized.
Lehman files new bankruptcy plan
Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc filed a new $65 billion bankruptcy liquidation plan that it said has won wider support, possibly setting the stage for the end of the biggest bankruptcy in U.S. history.
General Mills sees 2012 profit hit by food costs
General Mills Inc forecast weaker fiscal-year earnings than Wall Street expected as higher ingredient and fuel costs hammer the food company.
Apple expected to offer free iPhone this fall
Apple will reportedly offer the iPhone 3GS for free with a two-year contract when the next generation of iPhone becomes available this fall.
Peek-a-boo: Rosie Huntington-Whiteley has an outfit mishap at Transformers premiere
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, the lead female character in the upcoming film 'Transformers: Dark of the Moon' has an outfit mishap at the movie's premiere.
Pending home sales rise, market still seen weak
Pending sales of existing homes rebounded from a seven-month low in May but demand for mortgages sank last week and the market is still struggling under the weight of a glut of unsold properties.
Big changes to Fed debit card rule seen unlikely
Banks are hoping to win at least a small reprieve from the Federal Reserve on Wednesday when the central bank releases a final proposal cracking down on the fee banks charge retailers when a debit card is used.
Second Defendant Acquitted In Deutsche Bank Fire Trial
A Manhattan grand jury has found a second defendant not guilty of all charges in the Deutsche Bank manslaughter trial after eight days of deliberations.
Monsanto earnings jump, shares rise
Global agribusiness company Monsanto Co said on Wednesday that net income surged nearly 80 percent in the third quarter due to strong sales in its core seeds and genetic traits businesses.
General Mills forecasts weaker profit on food costs
General Mills Inc forecast weaker fiscal-year earnings than Wall Street expected as higher ingredient and fuel costs hammer the food company.
Gaikai seeks deals as gaming shifts to the cloud
Gaikai, a privately-held cloud gaming firm whose backers include Electronic Arts and Intel Capital, expects to sign deals with major publishers and video game makers, as the market shifts from console-based games to online titles.
John Brown's Body: The Sweet Sounds of Future Roots
John Brown's Body make waves in progressive reggae
Mavericks Rumors: J.J. Barea to Lakers, Knicks, Heat
The Dallas Mavericks may be losing their backup point guard J.J. Barea to free agency. Barea indicated that he would like to return to the defending champions, but would leave for the right price.
New settlement push in CFTC oil manipulation case
One of the biggest oil market manipulation cases undertaken by regulators is entering a new phase in which a judge will mediate settlement talks, three years after the case was launched.
Exclusive: Greek bank plan unlikely to trigger CDS
Politicians and bankers are confident that a French proposal for a Greek bailout can be adopted without triggering a pay-out in credit insurance, lifting a key hurdle to a rollover of Greek debt, sources told Reuters.
Hotel with robot service, no tip needed!
YOTEL: a new hotel in NYC where robots do the dirty work.
Twitter co-founder Dorsey's company gets $100 million
Square, the mobile payment service started by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey, secured $100 million in a financing round led by Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers.
Are Pippa Middleton and Alex Loudon back together?
England's favorite bachelorette, Pippa Middleton, was seen with her rumored ex-boyfriend Alex Loudon at Wimbledon.
General Mills' 2012 outlook misses Street view
General Mills Inc forecast weaker fiscal-year earnings than Wall Street expected as higher ingredient and fuel costs hammer the food company.
Virginia Author Stages Kidnapping, Sells Book
Mark A. Davis's new book, Rejection, is about a failed novelist who takes the initiative after years of rebuffs from publishers.
Apple's White MacBook Supply Constraint Hints a Future Refresh with Lion Launch
Apple's current $999 white MacBook has met with a severe supply constraint at a number of retailers, suggesting a draw-down in stocks ahead of a potential update.
Diet Sodas Linked to Larger Waist Circumference
Two new studies have found that even diet sodas can make you gain weight and become fat.
