Australian bushfire toll rises to 171
According to reports from Reuters, the Australian bushfire death toll has risen to 171.
AMD's Phenom II at first glance
American chipmaker Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) has this week officially released a set of Phenom II processors which include a brand new 45nm triple-core offering.
New software tracks greenhouse emissions using energy data
Microsoft launched a new software program on Monday that aims to help midsize businesses to capture and analyze energy consumption data and convert it into the amount of greenhouse gas emissions their company produces.
Brown held after alleged attack on woman
R&B singer and dancer Chris Brown, was arrested Sunday night and being held on $50,000 bail after an alleged battery incident over girlfriend, pop singer Rihanna, who, according to reports, was hospitalized with bruises on her face.
Kindle 2 'talks' to readers, out Feb 24.
Amazon.com Inc. rolled out a new, slimmer and talking version of the Kindle, its electronic reading device that will begin shipping February 24, the company's chief executive said Monday.
Wells Fargo defends 'Team Member Recognition'
Well's Fargo & Co. in a full-page ad in Sunday's New York Times and Washington Post defended corporate events that recognize high achievers after the bank canceled at least two because of misleading news coverage.
McDonald's January same-store sales up 7.1 percent
McDonald's Corp., the world's largest hamburger chain said Monday its same-store sales rose 7.1 % in January; due to demand for McDonald's core menu and breakfast items.
Delphi Corp. plants to be reclaimed
General Motors Corp. is seeking to acquire some Delphi factories that make key parts for GM and the two companies are set to be in talks on Monday a source familiar with the negotiation proceedings said.
ASUS Eee PC 1000HE enhancement
ASUS enhance the line of its ASUS Eee PC, now in a much-improved keyboard, excellent battery life, and a slightly faster processor for a very good price.
Obama takes stimulus pleas to hurting cities
President Barack Obama is taking trips to two cities in Indiana and Florida hurting under the economic crisis to make his case for the large economic stimulus package that is facing opposition in Congress.
Energy Dept to spend stimulus money on renewable energy this year
The U.S. Energy Department will use more than half of the $35 to $40 billion it will receive from the federal economic stimulus package for renewable energy projects.
Wall Street falls as stimulus anticipation wanes
Wall Street gave back some of last week's big gains Monday as euphoria over the government's expected stimulus bill waned amid more grim corporate news.
New Kindle to feature exclusive Stephen King work: Report
Amazon is widely expected to release the latest version of its Kindle electronic book reader today, and one of the highlights could be an exclusive deal for the Kindle with horror story master Stephen King.
Mozilla to EU: Microsoft 'diminished competition and innovation'
Mozilla, the open-source software company and maker of the Firefox web browser, declared is support of the European Competition Commission antitrust investigation of Microsoft who claims the tech giant is harming web browsers competition and ultimately reducing consumers choices.
Treasury delays bank bailout announcement
The Obama administration has delayed the announcement for a plan to overhaul the financial system until Tuesday as officials work on passing an important economic stimulus package in the Senate and with some questions remaining about specific aspects of the Treasury's bailout plan.
Is this the new Kindle 2.0?
Ahead of Amazon's CEO appearance in New York on Monday where it is widely speculated that the Kindle 2.0 will be launched, authentic looking photos of the new Kindle were leaked on the MobileRead forums Friday night.
Israeli military target Gaza tunnels
Four smuggling tunnels and a weapons depot in Gaza have been attacked by Israeli military.
Americans focus on economy, favor stimulus: polls
As a Senate vote to approve an $827 billion economic stimulus package looms, a majority of Americans have not only made the economy and jobs their top priority but they have been fairly consistent in favoring legislation which is meant to give a boost to both at a time of financial crisis for the nation.
Meet the cheapest hybrid on the market
It's has started to battle with Toyota in Japan and will make its way to the U.S. in April
Meet the cheapest hybrid car on the market
It's has started to battle with Toyota in Japan and will make its way to the U.S. in April
Senators reach stimulus deal
Senators have reached a tentative deal to pass an $827 billion economic stimulus bill with a vote not expected earlier than Monday.
Senators reach deal on stimulus
Senators have reached a tentative deal to pass an $827 billion economic stimulus bill with a vote not expected earlier than Monday.
MSN moves to increase online presence with WonderWall.com
Microsoft's online presence has lagged behind its competitors, but in a bid to catch up, the tech giant launched a new celebrity gossip news called Wonderwall.com.
Treasury's Geithner to outline economic rescue plan Monday
Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner is expected to deliver a speech on Monday about a comprehensive plan for the economy.
Geithner to outline economic rescue plan Monday
Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner is expected to deliver a speech on Monday about a comprehensive plan for the economy.
Global economic crisis not affecting immigration
One could think that a tumbling economy combined with a few thousand people being laid off would discourage immigration, but this is not so.
Economic crisis not affecting immigration
One could think that a tumbling economy combined with a few thousand people being laid off would discourage immigration, but this is not so.
Senate stimulus vote close as Obama urges action
The Senate is set to vote on President Barack Obama's stimulus package as soon as tonight as centrists and Republicans sought last minute spending cuts to reduce its size, which has grown to more than $900 billion.
Senate stimulus vote near as Obama urges action
The Senate is set to vote on President Barack Obama's stimulus package as soon as tonight as centrists and Republicans sought last minute spending cuts to reduce its size, which has grown to more than $900 billion.
What is the Economic Advisory Board?
President Barack Obama signed an order Friday to create the Economic Recovery Advisory Board, a group of leaders with former Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker as head that will discuss ideas and solutions to help the weakening U.S. economy.