Polanski May Choose to Face Charges
Roman Polanski may return to the United States to confront charges against him, one of his lawyers said.
Campaign Spotlight: When Irish Ads Are Dialing (for Dollars)
The Irish government has begun a new advertising campaign to encourage foreign investment.
A homea s new owner should ask seller for…
Patrick O’Leary stands in the living room of his recently purchased home in East Greenwich, R.I. The previous owner met with him to discuss all the home systems and maintenance after O’Leary bought the house.
Free WiMAX Access for Silicon Valley Developers
Clearwire today launched the CLEAR 4G WiMAX Innovation Network in Silicon Valley.
Only 45 Luxury Home Sites Remain for Sale in Current Phase at Victoria Park in DeLand
DELAND, FLA.Only 45 luxury home sites remain for sale at Victoria Park Trails, located off the West Volusia Beeline and Orange Camp Rd. on Appleton Lane in DeLand. David Byrnes, president of Beazer Homes in Florida, said new single-family homes at Victoria Park Trails range in price from the $169,900 ...
Companies urged to prepare for H1N1 swine flu outbreak
WASHINGTONFederal officials said Monday small business owners should be prepared to operate with fewer employees this fall as swine flu spreads across the country.
Judge appoints public defender for Stanford
A federal judge has appointed a public defender to represent jailed Texas billionaire financier R. Allen Stanford.
Airline Forecast Paints Bleak Picture For Industry
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released a new, darker prediction for the industry. Revising its outlook downward, the IATA announced airlines will lose as much as $11 billion in 2009 after revenues will fall 15 percent, or a significant $80 billion, from last year.
Cousins Properties to take $39 million charge for Terminus 200
Cousins Properties Inc. will take a $39 million write down on the Terminus 200 property in the third quarter, the Atlanta-based real estate investment trust reported in a Securities and Exchange Commission filing on Monday.
What’s in store for stocks
The rally that began in March may have marked the start of a powerful new bull market. But precious few strategists called it — just as few foresaw back in 1999 what a lousy decade this would be for stocks.
Candidates’ Rapport at Debate Is a Lullaby for Germany
The debate between Chancellor Angela Merkel and Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier was billed as a duel, but it will go down in history as “the duet.”
Life Terms for Plot to Bomb Trans-Atlantic Flights From London
The judge in the case said that, had the conspiracy been successful, it would “stand alongside the events of September 11, 2001 in history.”
Wells Fargo fires banker for ‘misconduct’
What happens if you use one of your bank’s foreclosed properties — particularly one in swanky Malibu beach — for your own parties? You get fired.
Inspiration for movie ‘Norma Rae’ dies at 68
The woman who inspired a fight to unionize a Southern textile plant and was later depicted in the 1979 film “Norma Rae” has died at age 68.
New York AG preparing charges for BofA execs
A federal judge has rejected a $33 million settlement between the Securities and Exchange Commission and Bank of America over bonuses paid by Merrill Lynch.
Strategies for a slow-go market
Chances are, your 401(k) is looking a lot healthier these days, now that stocks have soared more than 40% in just the past six months. But don’t get too used to investing in the fast lane.
International Computer Hacker Pleads Guilty For Attacks On U.S. Retailers
An international computer hacker pleaded guilty on Friday in a Boston courtroom to multiple charges relating to hacking activity and credit card fraud. More than 40 million credit and debit card numbers were stolen from major U.S. retailers as a result of the hacking activity.