No eternity with Marilyn Monroe as crypt auction fails again
A second attempt to sell a crypt on top of Marilyn Monroe's final resting place has failed, with not a single bid received for the burial spot in a celebrity-filled Los Angeles cemetery.
Scandal does not hurt David Letterman's ratings
Several weeks after David Letterman was shaken by a sex-and-extortion scandal, CBS' Late Show With David Letterman has shown little sign of weakening audience support.
Oil rises above $77, China data supports
Oil rose above $77 a barrel on Monday, recovering from the previous session's steep drop, after manufacturing data from China revived expectations economic recovery would generate extra fuel demand.
Michael Jackson film dances to No. 1 worldwide
Michael Jackson's much-hyped concert movie reigned at the worldwide box office on Sunday, but its performance in North America was hardly a thriller.
US STOCKS-Wall St to rise ahead of key data, Ford shares up
U.S. stock index futures pointed to a higher open on Monday ahead of data expected to show the U.S. manufacturing sector grew in October alongside improved global manufacturing.
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Mel Gibson and girlfriend welcome a baby girl: media
Actor Mel Gibson and his Russian girlfriend Oksana Grigorieva are celebrating the birth of a daughter, according to media reports.
Wall Street to rise ahead of key data, Ford shares up
U.S. stock index futures pointed to a higher open on Monday ahead of data expected to show the U.S. manufacturing sector grew in October alongside improved global manufacturing.
FACTBOX-Next steps for U.S. healthcare bill in Congress
Democratic leaders in the U.S. House of Representatives unveiled a bill on Thursday to reform the U.S. healthcare system, President Barack Obama's main domestic objective.
Twilight sequel soundtrack hopes to make killing
Just in case you've been in a sight-, sound- and Twitter-deprivation tank for the past two years, here's the lowdown on the Twilight franchise: It's a series of four books written by Stephenie Meyer about Bella, a human girl who hearts Edward, a vampire boy. This is awkward, due to Edward's predilection for snacking on platelets, but also because high school relationships are invariably angsty a...
Stimulus saved or created 640,239 jobs: White House
The Obama White House on Friday said the $787 billion economic stimulus plan approved early this year had saved or created 640,329 jobs so far.
Jackson tragedy begets cinematic triumph
For This Is It, Michael Jackson's planned 50-concert residency at London's O2 Arena, the star's sudden death really could have been it, with millions of dollars lost for producer/promoter AEG Live and the star's vision never realized.
Summers to lead high-level meeting on economy
White House economic adviser Lawrence Summers will lead a high-level meeting on Monday to discuss the state of the economy, job creation and ways to achieve sustainable growth.
Holiday shoppers' search extends to social media
From Facebook to Twitter to YouTube, retailers and food chains plan to use social media this holiday season to get their brands in front of consumers and possibly win a bigger piece of their limited shopping budgets.
Bloomberg takes big lead into NYC mayor election
Supporters say New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg, who appears set to win a third term this week, gets credit for saving the city from the worst of the financial recession but his critics say he did not do enough.
Aliens target Earth again in V revival
After about 25 years, those sneaky, lizard-like aliens are back. Once again, they want to take over Earth and, maybe, destroy or consume the populace. But so what? In exchange for their malevolence, they promise to provide a world of fast-paced, eye-catching action and provocative drama.
Calle 13, Luis Fonsi set for Latin Grammy awards
You read it here first. Here are Billboard's predictions for the Latin Grammy Awards, which will be handed out on Thursday at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas. As always, our choices are based on past voting behavior and recent trends in the Latin music market.
Independent stirs up New Jersey governor contest
An independent candidate stressing New Jersey's economic woes is attracting surprising voter support in the governor's race, which features an unpopular Democratic incumbent and a Republican challenger with ties to former President George W. Bush.
CIT bankruptcy to leave small businesses concerned
CIT Group Inc's bankruptcy filing could push at least some small businesses it finances to look for a new lender, but finding new credit will be tough.
Q+A-Voters in Virginia, New Jersey to choose governors
Voters in Virginia and New Jersey will elect governors on Tuesday with Republicans and Democrats debating whether the outcome will render the first electoral judgment on U.S. President Barack Obama.
Oil rises towards $78, China data supports
Oil rose toward $78 a barrel on Monday, recovering from the previous session's steep drop, after manufacturing data from China revived expectations economic recovery would generate extra fuel demand.
UPDATE 1-CapitalSource posts Q3 loss on loan loss provisions
Commercial lender CapitalSource Inc (CSE.N) posted a third-quarter loss of $274 million, hurt mainly by a two-fold rise in loan loss provisions, and said it expects elevated credit charges to continue into 2010.
US STOCKS-Futures up ahead of key data, Ford shares jump
U.S. stock index futures rose on Monday, signaling a rebound after the previous session's steep losses, ahead of data expected to show U.S. manufacturing grew for a third consecutive month in October.
U.S. companies holding more cash: report
U.S. companies hurt by the global credit crisis are continuing to hold more cash, even as the economy begins to show signs of improvement, the Wall Street Journal said, citing its analysis of company filings.
Stock futures up ahead of key data, Ford shares jump
U.S. stock index futures rose on Monday, signaling a rebound after the previous session's steep losses, ahead of data expected to show U.S. manufacturing grew for a third consecutive month in October.
European shares flat at midday; oils, miners gain
European shares recovered from a four-week low to trade flat by mid-session on Monday and a volatility index spiked up, indicating waning investor appetite for risk.
Ford posts profit, sees solid results in '11
Ford Motor Co surprised Wall Street with a quarterly profit on Monday supported by cost cuts, improved credit results, and increased market share.
FTSE up 0.6 pct as miners, oils bounce
Britain's top share index rose 0.6 percent in mid-session trade on Monday supported by gains from miners and oils after bullish economic data, which offset weaker defensive stocks.
US STOCKS-Ahead of key data, futures rise after steep drop
U.S. stock index futures rose on Monday, signaling a rebound from Friday's steep losses, ahead of data expected to show U.S. manufacturing grew for a third consecutive month.
Summers to lead high-level meeting on economy, job creation
White House economic adviser Lawrence Summers will lead a high-level meeting on Monday to discuss the state of the economy, job creation and ways to achieve sustainable growth.