Ford plans its smallest engine ever
Ford Motor Co is developing its smallest engine ever as part of its push to wring out greater fuel savings as gasoline prices rise and federal standards on fuel economy grow stricter.
Top 5 Carcinogenic foods just as risky (or more) as cell phone
In the same category as cell phone usage that was identified as possibly carcinogenic by WHO in a recent report, numerous food items we consume on a daily basis may be just as harmful. If you have been impacted by cell phone usage on cancer, check these out too.
How far would you go for an iPad 2 and iPhone? Teenager Sells Kidney
Reports that a teenager from China sold his kidney to buy an iPad 2 and iPhone are causing an outcry, first and foremost by his horrified mother.
Apple supplier Foxconn reopens polishing sites
Apple Inc supplier Foxconn Technology Group said on Thursday it has reopened its electronics polishing facilities following a probe into an explosion in a China factory.
'Jen Aniston's sex tape: I love it,' Smartwater [Video]
Jennifer Aniston stars in Smartwater video and print advertisements.
Rihanna responds to critics on Twitter: 'this is the real world'
Rihanna responded to the controversy surrounding her latest video, which portrays violent acts of rape and murder, via Twitter.
Groupon Files For IPO
Groupon has become the next big social company to file for an IPO, following in LinkedIn's footsteps.
U.S. probes Google's serious China hacking allegation
Google Inc's allegations that hackers, probably from China, sought to access the Gmail accounts of senior U.S. officials are very serious and the U.S. government is investigating them, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said on Thursday.
Jaycee Dugard to her kidnapper Phillip Garrido: There is no God in the universe that would condone your actions.
In a court hearing Thursday morning, Jaycee Dugard's mother read a statement to kidnappers Phillip and Nancy Garrido on behalf of her daughter.
Education stocks rally after key rule softened
A surprise decision by the U.S. education department to dilute a key rule governing federal aid to for-profit colleges has ended the uncertainty around the companies' growth prospects, giving a boost to the stocks.
NY Costco workers win $200 million. Will it ruin them?
There are documented stories of friends and co-workers fighting over the division of the prize, of co-workers expecting a share because they always went in together to buy a ticket except this once, of gambling binges that made millions evaporate, of murder and substance abuse and family feuds. Is this what is in store for the 20 employees of the Melville, Long Island, Costco store who won the $200 million Powerball jackpot last night?
New York Times names Abramson first woman editor
The New York Times named Jill Abramson as its first woman executive editor, putting her in control of one the world's most respected newspapers as the industry struggles to keep advertisers and readers.
Ultimate Apple Fanboy: Chinese Kid Sells Kidney for iPad 2 in China
A Chinese student, 17, living in Huaishan City, China has sold his right kidney to buy Apple's latest iPad 2.
Sputtering U.S. Economy, Look Out Below!
The slowdown has begun. The economy has started to sputter and unemployment claims have tipped 400,000 for the last seven weeks. Manufacturing is cooling, the housing market is struggling and consumers are keeping a close eye on spending, meaning the U.S. economy might be on a slower path to full health than expected.
United's mid-air assault sent F-16 fighter jets
A Ghana-bound United Airlines flight 990 last Sunday was escorted back to Washington, D.C., by U.S. Air Force F-16 fighter jets after an argument between two passengers over a reclining seat erupted into a mid-air assault.
Facebook, Zuckerberg say ownership contract forged
Facebook Inc founder Mark Zuckerberg on Thursday said an alleged contract and emails that a New York man says entitle him to a huge stake in the social networking website are forgeries.
Mitt Romney Declares 2012 Run: Obama 'Failed America' on Economy
Mitt Romney officially launched his bid to become President of the United States, assessing his President Barack Obama's record on helping the U.S. economy grow a failure.
An iPad So Good, It Was Worth A Kidney
A teenager from China gave his kidney away to buy an iPad.
Moody's warns of rising risk on U.S. credit rating
Moody's Investors Service said Thursday there is a very small but rising risk of a short-lived default by the United States if the country's debt limit is not increased in coming weeks.
Stocks struggle for direction after Greek plan
Stocks rebounded from early lows but struggled to find direction on Thursday as news of fresh help for Greece calmed investors worried about the economic outlook ahead of a key jobs report.
USDA Introduces New Food Icon 'My Plate', Dumps Old Food Pyramid [VIDEO]
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) introduced a new symbol for healthy eating today and stopped using the food pyramid it first introduced in 1992. The 20-year-old food pyramid was the basis for nutritional guideline throughout the United States.
Sony PlayStation Network fully restored, where are the freebies?
Sony has completed restoring the Sony PlayStation Network ahead of schedule. The restoration includes Qriocity music service and PlayStation's online store. The PSN store will be back and shelved with a full lineup of new games and trials , along with discounted items.
Greece agrees deeper austerity to secure extra funds
Greece agreed with its EU and IMF lenders to impose yet deeper austerity and speed up state selloffs in exchange for fresh funds to avert a debt default, a senior official said on Thursday.
Goldman Sachs gets subpoena from Manhattan DA
Goldman Sachs Group received a subpoena from New York prosecutors seeking information on the investment bank's role leading into the global financial crisis, a person familiar with the matter said.
Even after death, Knut the polar bear profitable for Berlin Zoo
Everyone's favorite polar bear, Knut, who died earlier this year, turned out to be a big profit maker for the Berlin Zoo.
High gas prices weigh on retailers' May sales
High prices for food and gasoline, a sluggish economy and picky shoppers going to fewer stores hurt sales at big retailers in May and are likely to weigh on results for the rest of the year.
Sam's Club aims for more of members' food buys
Sam's Club is trying to keep prices in check despite rising food costs and adding more fresh produce to get its members to buy more of their food and other everyday items at the warehouse clubs.
S&P 500 bounces off 6-week low after Greece plan
The S&P 500 rebounded from earlier losses on Thursday following news of a fresh funding plan to help Greece pay off its mountain of debt.
Ricky Rubio to the Timberwolves. How much will he make?
It seems that the Minnesota Timberwolves now have a good reason to cheer after finally making an agreement with Spain's b-ball point-guard-star Ricky Rubio.
North Korea Kim Jong Il's secret appetite for luxury goods and Joy Squad revealed (VIDEO)
North Korean dictator Kim Jong Il and his loyalists can't seem to have enough of luxury goods and sex slaves a.k.a. Joy Squad to indulge themselves even as the rest of the country suffers in abject poverty.