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TV on a PC or Smartphone Has Some Drawbacks (Jul-7, 15:34 EDT )-- On the Internet, some episodes of shows are available only for a fee, and other shows are not available at all. Clicker.com can help you sort it all out.


Case Study: Can Honest Tea Say No to Its Biggest Investor (Coke)? (Jul-7, 15:32 EDT )-- How one company is adjusting to a new relationship with a financial backer that has a different way of doing business.


U.S. Indexes Surge, Led by Bank Shares (Jul-7, 15:27 EDT )-- The three major indexes closed up nearly 3 percent, rising on a brighter outlook for banks on both sides of the Atlantic.


EuropeĆ¢€™s New Approach to Biotech Food (Jul-7, 14:59 EDT )-- After decades of pushing nations to surrender power, the European Union is about to throw in the towel on genetically modified foods.


Obama Vows New Push on Stalled Trade Pacts (Jul-7, 14:40 EDT )-- The president hopes to persuade Congress to approve trade pacts negotiated by President Bush, which have languished because of Democratic opposition.


Sun Valley: The Security Cordon Tightens (Jul-7, 14:32 EDT )-- In a heightening of security measures this year, the Allen & Company organizers at Sun Valley have restricted press access to the Sun Valley Inn, where most of the conference transpires.


Don't Look for a TV in Television's Future (Jul-7, 14:31 EDT )-- The 2010 World Cup offers a glimpse into the future of live television, where shows and sporting events are augmented by social discussions and professional commentary on the Web.


Mobile Web Use and the Digital Divide (Jul-7, 14:25 EDT )-- African Americans and Latinos are more likely to own cellphones than whites, and more likely to use these phones for a greater range of activities, according to a new study.


European Parliament Seeks Ban on Foods From Cloned Animals (Jul-7, 13:52 EDT )-- The proposal is the latest sign of deepening concern in the European Union about the safety and ethics of new food technologies.


Ignore Generic Financial Advice (Except This Post) (Jul-7, 13:51 EDT )-- The advice from even the best financial gurus may not apply to your particular situation.


Mortgage Applications Rise As Rates Fall (Jul-7, 13:47 EDT )-- Applications for home loans climbed nearly 7 percent last week as consumers raced to refinance at the lowest rates in decades. New mortgages taken out to purchase homes fell 2 percent. The average rate for a 30-year fixed loan sank to a record low 4.58...


Judge Dismisses Convictions in Bid-Rigging Case (Jul-7, 13:20 EDT )-- A ruling in New York State Supreme Court cited newly discovered witness statements in a case against two former executives at Marsh & McLennan.


From Page To Screen: Borders Launches E-Book Store (Jul-7, 13:14 EDT )-- The book chain is trying to catch up to competitors who have a head-start in a small but growing market that's seen as the future of the book industry. Borders' strategy rests on selling books that can be used across multiple platforms.


Top Drug Executive Salaries (Jul-7, 13:06 EDT )-- A Web site lists the 10 highest-paid industry leaders for 2009.


BP's Operating Officer: 'We've Been Going Flat Out' (Jul-7, 12:41 EDT )-- As BP continues to come in for criticism for the way it has responded to the Gulf oil spill, it's American-born chief operating officer is again making the case that the British company is doing all it can. And, Doug Suttles tells NPR's Melissa Block,...


Obama Announces Progress In Push To Boost Exports (Jul-7, 12:37 EDT )-- After a string of bad economic numbers, President Obama says exports in the first four months of the year are up almost 17 percent over last year. Obama says he's on track to meet his goal of doubling exports over the next five years. The remarks Obama...


Mortgage Rates Low, But Hard To Qualify For (Jul-7, 12:00 EDT )-- After the deadline passed to sign sales contracts and qualify for federal tax credits, the housing market faltered yet again. Not even near-record low mortgage rates could prevent the 30% slide from April to May -- though some current homeowners are...


More Bumps In The Road For GM, Chrysler And Ford (Jul-7, 12:00 EDT )-- America's Big Three automakers hope the long days of layoffs and losses are behind them. Sales are up dramatically over 2009 levels, but analysts point to a monthly drop in June sales to warn that in spite of their efforts, the American auto industry...


Obama Asks Court to Reinstate Ban on Deepwater Drilling (Jul-7, 10:40 EDT )-- The administration says the moratorium on deepwater drilling was a rational response to the BP oil spill.


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