Government Shutdown: Reid Claims Cuts Deal, Questions on Non-Budget Items
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid told reporters on Friday that negotiators from the House and Senate attempting to avert a government shutdown had agreed to $38 billion in spending cuts for the current fiscal year, but it was unclear what would be done about Republican requests to defund Planned Parenthood and place new restrictions on the Environmental protection agency.
3DS Sales Drop In Japan as PSP Takes Top Spot
Sales for the 3DS took a nosedive in Japan last week as Sony's PSP overtook the top spot.
Wall Street edges higher as investors await earnings
U.S. stocks rose slightly on Friday as investors speculated quarterly earnings would show continued growth, but volume was expected to be light.
Graduate uses Facebook to find financial aid
LAS VEGAS (Reuters Life!) - U.S. student Devin Valencia, the first member of her family to graduate from college, hopes others will do the same with her prizewinning idea for a Facebook application for finding financial aid.
American University launches fast track Ph.D. program in communications
The innovative accelerated program will give students an opportunity to earn their doctoral degrees in communication in as short a period as three years.
Students aim to combat malaria with smartphone software
A team of graduate students has created a new smartphone application they say will allow healthcare workers in remote locations to diagnose malaria cases on the spot.
Japan Earthquake: More Nuclear Plants Lose Power
The aftershocks of the Tohoku earthquake that rocked Japan Thursday night have caused spills of radioactive water and power losses at no less than three different nuclear facilities.
Charlie Sheen: In New York for his “Violent Torpedo of Truth” tour
Charlie Sheen's Violent Torpedo of Truth/Defeat is Not an Option tour is stopping in New York City this weekend.
Stock futures point to higher open, but volume seen low
U.S. stock index futures pointed to a higher open on Friday as investors speculated quarterly earnings would show continued growth, but volume during the session was expected to be light.
Regulators may ease share issue rules: report
U.S. securities regulators may ease constraints on share issues by private companies, making it easier for start-ups to raise money, the Wall Street Journal reported.
Samsung to launch Galaxy S sequel in South Korea in late April
Samsung Electronics Co Ltd, the world's No.2 handset manufacturer, plans to roll out a new version of its flagship smartphone Galaxy S in South Korea this month through KT Corp, the telecommunications operator said on Friday.
Turkey helps Iran avoid sanctions -Israel tells U.S.: cables
Israel believes Turkey is actively helping Iran to sidestep economic sanctions and has also turned a blind eye to Iranian weapons smuggling into Syria, according to leaked U.S. diplomatic cables published on Friday.
Government Shutdown Preparations Begin, Obama Seeks Answer on Talks
President Barack Obama said late Thursday that the federal government is starting to prepare for a shutdown and is seeking an early morning answer from Congressional negotiators on a possible budget deal.
Expedia plans to split into 2 companies
Expedia Inc, the largest online travel agency, said it plans to split into two publicly traded companies through a proposed spin-off of its TripAdvisor business, and its shares shot up 13 percent in after-hours trading.
Oil hits 32-month high on Libya shortage
Oil hit a 32-month high near $125 on Friday after attacks on Libyan oil fields raised the prospect of long-term supply cuts, with commodities in general rising on optimism global economic recovery will fuel demand.
Budget deal elusive as negotiators scramble
Facing a midnight deadline, the White House and Congress worked furiously on Friday to break a budget deadlock and avoid a federal government shutdown, after President Barack Obama and congressional leaders failed to reach a deal in late-night talks.
Commodities lead futures higher, volume seen weak
U.S. stock index futures rose on Friday on higher commodity prices, although volume was expected to be light until investors get a look at the first earnings reports.
Goldman bets on China insurance with $900 mln Taikang stake buy
Goldman Sachs has bought a 12 percent stake worth more than $900 million in China's Taikang Life Insurance Co Ltd, giving the Wall Street giant a foothold into the world's biggest insurance market.
Portugal must agree harder reforms to get aid
Euro zone finance ministers told Portugal on Friday that it would have to implement new economic reforms that went beyond those proposed by its outgoing government if it hoped to secure aid from the EU and IMF.
Stock futures higher as commodity prices rise
U.S. stock index futures rose on Friday, led by energy and material stocks, as optimism about increased economic demand pushed commodity prices higher.
Special Report: Why London can live without its big banks
Let me be crystal clear, Barclays' star investment banker and new Chief Executive Bob Diamond told members of the British parliament in January. We are going to be here in the United Kingdom, and this is the place that we want to succeed.
Liverpool skipper Steven Gerrard out for the season with injury
Liverpool skipper Steven Gerrard will be out for the rest of the season after sustaining another groin injury.
Climate Change Could Cripple Developing Nations
A research report from The National Center for Atmospheric Research says climate control will damage cities in undeveloped countries.
XenoPort, Glaxo's restless legs syndrome drug wins FDA nod
XenoPort (NASDAQ: XNPT) and GlaxoSmithKline Plc (LON: GSK) said the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Horizant, a treatment for restless legs syndrome (RLS) that the companies developed together.
Escaped Bronx Zoo cobra named Mia for missing in action
The venomous Egyptian cobra that slithered her way to worldwide fame by escaping her enclosure at New York's Bronx Zoo for a week has been given a name -- Mia as in missing in action.
Rio de Janeiro school shootout; 12 students killed [PHOTOS]
A gunman barged into a classroom and opened fire in Tasso da Silveira School in Rio de Janeiro, killing 11 students.
Washington reports 'unusual events' at its Nuclear Plant
A spokesman for a Washington nuclear power plant says a small amount of hydrogen gas trapped in a pipe ignited in a brief, six-inch flame Thursday when workers cut into the pipe, the Associated Press reported today.
Ryan plan would fundamentally change Medicare: expert (FULL TEXT)
House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan's proposal to change Medicare for those under age 55 is nothing short of a complete reconceptualization of the health insurance program, says a University of Illinois elder law expert.
Warning labels more effective than 'fat' tax: study
Including warning labels on unhealthy foods would be a better option than a fat tax for deterring overweight people from making unhealthy purchases, a new University of Alberta study has found.
Social media support pours in for anti-corruption crusader Hazare in India [PHOTOS / VIDEO]
Support pours in for anti-corruption crusader Anna Hazare from across India, an online projection of which is seen on social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook and YouTube.
