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Diesel Cruze makes 900 mile trip on one tank of gas

LORDSTOWN, Ohio - Imagine being able to drive a car from Youngstown to Jacksonville, Florida without refueling your car. That's about 900 miles, which his how far a Chevrolet engineer says she drove a More>>

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Gender pay gap still leaves a divide among earnings

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - It's been 50 years since President John F. Kennedy signed the Equal Pay Act in an attempt to end wage disparity based on gender. More>>

Google's music plan part of fresh wave of upgrades

Google Inc. unveiled a streaming music service called All Access that blends songs users have already uploaded to their online libraries with millions of other tracks. Google made it available in the U.S. Wednesday for $8 a... More>>

Six tips to bombproof your password

How can we make our passwords more hack-resistant and manage all the passwords we need? More>>

How the 2014 Obama budget could affect your finances

Depending on which estimate you believe, Obama's proposed budget would raise the tax bill of a household with a yearly income of $50,000 to $75,000 between $63 and $100 per year. However, that's not all you should know. More>>

Electric cars: Eight important things everyone should know (but may not)

Sometime in the next few weeks, the 100,000th plug-in electric car will be sold in the U.S. More>>

How to handle and prevent identity theft

Every year, identity thieves misuse the personal information of more than 11 million Americans. This makes identity theft one of the fastest-growing crimes in the country. More>>

Obama calls on Congress to help more homeowners

President Barack Obama says Congress must give more homeowners the chance to refinance their mortgages to save money. More>>

Hospital bills can vary widely, even in same cities

The fees that hospitals charge consumers or insurance providers for services vary widely across the United States, and can even vary within geographic regions and cities, federal officials reported Wednesday. More>>

Senate passes bill letting states tax online sales

The Senate sided with traditional retailers and financially strapped state and local governments Monday by passing a bill that would widely subject online shopping - for many a largely tax-free frontier - to state sales... More>>

Summer gardening guide

Summer is the time to freshen up the garden, pay careful attention to maintenance and enjoy the fruits of your labor. More>>

Are you a tax cheat if you shop online tax-free?

Buy anything on the Internet lately without paying sales tax? In all but a few states, you're probably a tax cheat. More>>

New efforts to curb cellphone theft

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Disturbed by the nationwide epidemic of cellphone robberies and thefts, law enforcement officials across the country are looking to the wireless industry to help find a cure. More>>

Do food expiration dates matter?

Instead of looking at the calendar, simply follow your eyes and nose. More>>

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Bureau of Consumer Protection
Bureau of Consumer Protection
Our mandate is to protect consumers against unfair, deceptive, or fraudulent practices.More >>
Our mandate is to protect consumers against unfair, deceptive, or fraudulent practices.More >>
Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports
A comprehensive source for unbiased advice about products and services, personal finance, health and nutrition, and other consumer concerns. More >>
A comprehensive source for unbiased advice about products and services, personal finance, health and nutrition, and other consumer concerns. More >>
Epinions Web Site
Epinions Web Site
Find out what other's have to say about the products you are thinking of buying before you buy. More >>
Find out what other's have to say about the products you are thinking of buying before you buy. More >>
Product Safety Recalls
Product Safety Recalls
Search the Recalls index to see whether a product you own has been recalled and read about the latest recalls. More >>
Search the Recalls index to see whether a product you own has been recalled and read about the latest recalls. More >>
Better Business Bureau
Better Business Bureau
Since the founding of the first BBB in 1912, the BBB system has proven that the majority of marketplace problems can be solved fairly through the use of voluntary self-regulation and consumer education. More >>
Since the founding of the first BBB in 1912, the BBB system has proven that the majority of marketplace problems can be solved fairly through the use of voluntary self-regulation and consumer education. More >>

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Chrysler recalls almost 470,000 Jeep SUVs
Chrysler recalls almost 470,000 Jeep SUVs
Chrysler is recalling 469,000 Jeep SUVs worldwide because they can shift into neutral without warning on startup.More >>
Chrysler is recalling 469,000 Jeep SUVs worldwide because they can shift into neutral without warning on startup.More >>
McDonald's cuts Angus burgers from menu
McDonald's cuts Angus burgers from menu
McDonald's says it's cutting the Angus burger from its menu.More >>
McDonald's is cutting the Angus burger from its menu.More >>
Average on 30-year US mortgage rises to 3.42 pct.
Average on 30-year US mortgage rises to 3.42 pct.
Average U.S. mortgage rates rose this week but remained near historic lows. Cheaper mortgages have encouraged more home buying and refinancing.More >>
Average U.S. mortgage rates rose this week but remained near historic lows. Cheaper mortgages have encouraged more home buying and refinancing.More >>
High hospital bills go public, but will it help?
High hospital bills go public, but will it help?
The government is shedding light on the mystery of just how high a hospital bill might go - and whether it's cheaper to get that care across town.More >>
For the first time, the government is publicly revealing how much hospitals charge, and the differences are astounding: Some bill tens of thousands of dollars more than others for the same treatment, even within the same...More >>
Best iPhone 5 accessories
Best iPhone 5 accessories
When it comes to iPhone 5 accessories, the options just keep on coming, and there are a lot of little extras that can really improve your experience. More >>
When it comes to iPhone 5 accessories, the options just keep on coming, and there are a lot of little extras that can really improve your experience. We cover everything from Bluetooth headsets for your iPhone 5 to touchscreen friendly gloves.More >>
Financial considerations for college grads moving home
Financial considerations for college grads moving home
Tips for making the transition work for everyone.More >>
Tips for making the transition work for everyone.More >>
Why you need an emergency fund
Why you need an emergency fund
An emergency fund will help see you through an unexpected and potentially costly life event, such as a health crisis, a job layoff or a major home repair.More >>
An emergency fund will help see you through an unexpected and potentially costly life event, such as a health crisis, a job layoff or a major home repair.More >>
Save money for Mother's Day, or any day
Save money for Mother's Day, or any day
Whether you've always wanted to take mom to Mexico or splurge on a day at the spa, here are some easy tips for saving up dinero for Mother's Day and all year round!More >>
Whether you've always wanted to take mom to Mexico or splurge on a day at the spa, here are some easy tips for saving up dinero for Mother's Day and all year round!More >>
Health insurance shortfalls hit nearly half of U.S. adults
Health insurance shortfalls hit nearly half of U.S. adults
Nearly half of all working-age U.S. adults, or 84 million people, faced the prospect of crippling medical bills in 2012 because they had little or no health insurance.More >>
Nearly half of all working-age U.S. adults, or 84 million people, faced the prospect of crippling medical bills in 2012 because they had little or no health insurance.More >>
Senate delays action on Internet sales tax bill
Senate delays action on Internet sales tax bill
Updated: Thursday, April 25 2013 6:58 PM EDT2013-04-25 22:58:26 GMT
WASHINGTON (AP) - Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid says senators have reached a deal to delay voting on a bill to tax Internet sales until after senators return from a weeklong vacation. Reid says theMore >>
WASHINGTON (AP) - Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid says senators have reached a deal to delay voting on a bill to tax Internet sales until after senators return from a weeklong vacation.More >>
Most Americans oppose soda, candy taxes
Most Americans oppose soda, candy taxes
Most U.S. adults aren't sweet on the idea of soda and candy taxes, and many doubt the bigger price tags would trim the national waistline.More >>
Most U.S. adults aren't sweet on the idea of soda and candy taxes, and many doubt the bigger price tags would trim the national waistline.More >>
Netflix combats password-sharers with new family plan
Netflix combats password-sharers with new family plan
Everyone knows that sharing is caring. That's why potentially 10 million people are using Netflix for free.More >>
Everyone knows that sharing is caring. That's why potentially 10 million people are using Netflix for free. More >>
'Misdiagnosis' leading cause of U.S. malpractice payouts
'Misdiagnosis' leading cause of U.S. malpractice payouts
Missed or wrong diagnoses made up the lion's share of U.S. malpractice payouts -- which totaled nearly $39 billion -- during the past 25 years, finds a new study of more than 350,000 claims.More >>
Missed or wrong diagnoses made up the lion's share of U.S. malpractice payouts -- which totaled nearly $39 billion -- during the past 25 years, finds a new study of more than 350,000 claims.More >>
Tips to make next year's taxes less stressful
Tips to make next year's taxes less stressful
Most of us approach taxes as something to put off thinking about until absolutely necessary. However, with a bit of forethought and preparation, you can make next year's taxes go much more smoothly.More >>
Most of us approach taxes as something to put off thinking about until absolutely necessary. However, with a bit of forethought and preparation, you can make next year's taxes go much more smoothly.More >>
The IRS may be snooping through Facebook and Twitter to nab tax evaders
The IRS may be snooping through Facebook and Twitter to nab tax evaders
Not every tax payer will get flagged and audited. But if you do, here's one piece of advice: Your social network activity better back up what you've submitted to the IRS or else you could be in a world of financial hurt.More >>
Not every tax payer will get flagged and audited. But if you do, here's one piece of advice: Your social network activity better back up what you've submitted to the IRS or else you could be in a world of financial hurt.More >>
5 smart ways to use your tax return
5 smart ways to use your tax return
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If you don't have a plan for the money when that refund check comes, consider these five options for letting the savings you accumulated last year bring you greater financial security and peace of mind in the years to come.More >>
If you don't have a plan for the money when that refund check comes, consider these five options for letting the savings you accumulated last year bring you greater financial security and peace of mind in the years to come.More >>
How to safeguard your tax returns from identity theft
How to safeguard your tax returns from identity theft
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Identity thieves are sophisticated and may get your information despite your best efforts. That doesn't mean, however, that common sense precautions don't work.More >>
Identity thieves are sophisticated and may get your information despite your best efforts. That doesn't mean, however, that common sense precautions don't work.More >>

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Will Obama's chained CPI help keep inflation from eating into your savings?
Will Obama's chained CPI help keep inflation from eating into your savings?
This week we examine ways in which inflation nibbles away at your retirement income, especially in light of the President's proposal for Chained CPI adjustments to Social Security.More >>
This week we examine ways in which inflation nibbles away at your retirement income, especially in light of the President's proposal for Chained CPI adjustments to Social Security.More >>
Post-grad degrees that pay the highest
Post-grad degrees that pay the highest
Post-graduate degrees can often lead to a better paycheck as long as you choose the right field.More >>
Post-graduate degrees can often lead to a better paycheck as long as you choose the right field.More >>
Play the market like Tiger plays golf
Play the market like Tiger plays golf
Both Warren Buffett and Tiger Woods do a few simple things spectacularly well to achieve their goals. While odds are quite high that you will never become Woods or Buffett, you don't have to in order to succeed.More >>
Both Warren Buffett and Tiger Woods do a few simple things spectacularly well to achieve their goals. While odds are quite high that you will never become Woods or Buffett, you don't have to in order to succeed.More >>
4 ways to make next year’s tax time easier
4 ways to make next year’s tax time easier
With just a little bit of planning and foresight, next year's tax season can be less headache-inducing.More >>
With just a little bit of planning and foresight, next year's tax season can be less headache-inducing.More >>
Mutual fund ratings: Crucial or insignificant?
Mutual fund ratings: Crucial or insignificant?
Many financial services firms try to help investors by sharing their opinions on a mutual fund. But other factors should come into play as well.More >>
Many financial services firms try to help investors by sharing their opinions on a mutual fund. But other factors should come into play as well.More >>
10 golf tips to help investors tee off
10 golf tips to help investors tee off
Surprisingly, there are actually a lot of similarities between the game of golf and investing.More >>
Surprisingly, there are actually a lot of similarities between the game of golf and investing.More >>
5 smart ways to use your tax return
5 smart ways to use your tax return
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If you don't have a plan for the money when that refund check comes, consider these five options for letting the savings you accumulated last year bring you greater financial security and peace of mind in the years to come.More >>
If you don't have a plan for the money when that refund check comes, consider these five options for letting the savings you accumulated last year bring you greater financial security and peace of mind in the years to come.More >>

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How the 2014 Obama budget could affect your finances
How the 2014 Obama budget could affect your finances
Depending on which estimate you believe, Obama's proposed budget would raise the tax bill of a household with a yearly income of $50k - $75k between $63 and $100 per year. However, that's not all you should know.More >>
Depending on which estimate you believe, Obama's proposed budget would raise the tax bill of a household with a yearly income of $50,000 to $75,000 between $63 and $100 per year. However, that's not all you should know.More >>
How to handle and prevent identity theft
How to handle and prevent identity theft
Every year, identity thieves misuse the personal information of more than 11 million Americans. This makes identity theft one of the fastest-growing crimes in the country.More >>
Every year, identity thieves misuse the personal information of more than 11 million Americans. This makes identity theft one of the fastest-growing crimes in the country.More >>
Browser extensions that save you money
Browser extensions that save you money
The following Internet browser extensions have achieved popularity among consumers, thanks to a series of unique and practical benefits.More >>
There is a widening range of online tools that have been designed to help save hard-earned cash. The following Internet browser extensions have achieved popularity among consumers, thanks to a series of unique and practical benefits.More >>
Why you need an emergency fund
Why you need an emergency fund
An emergency fund will help see you through an unexpected and potentially costly life event, such as a health crisis, a job layoff or a major home repair.More >>
An emergency fund will help see you through an unexpected and potentially costly life event, such as a health crisis, a job layoff or a major home repair.More >>
Know these bankruptcy facts before you file
Know these bankruptcy facts before you file
How getting out of debt can cost you.More >>
How getting out of debt can cost you.More >>
Should you consider debt settlement?
Should you consider debt settlement?
Weigh the benefits and drawbacks before you settle.More >>
Weigh the benefits and drawbacks before you settle.More >>
Determine if credit counseling is right for you
Determine if credit counseling is right for you
The demand for credit counseling has risen over the last decade. Here are the risks and benefits.More >>
The demand for credit counseling has risen over the last decade. Here are the risks and benefits.More >>

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Building toward recovery
Building toward recovery
Construction leads the way, but the recovery is affecting a broader base of businesses, according to a new study.More >>
Construction leads the way, but the recovery is affecting a broader base of businesses, according to a new study.More >>
Economy may have lasting effect on young people's outlook
Economy may have lasting effect on young people's outlook
Happiness seems be a generational thing, new research suggests. Life satisfaction generally increases with age, but a person's overall level of satisfaction appears to depend on when he or she was born.More >>
Happiness seems be a generational thing, new research suggests. Life satisfaction generally increases with age, but a person's overall level of satisfaction appears to depend on when he or she was born.More >>
What the new mortgage rules mean for borrowers
What the new mortgage rules mean for borrowers
The CFPB has rolled out long-awaited new rules for residential mortgages. So what will be the impact on mortgage borrowers?More >>
The CFPB has rolled out long-awaited new rules for residential mortgages. So what will be the impact on mortgage borrowers?More >>
New qualified mortgage rules released
New qualified mortgage rules released
Long-awaited "qualified mortgage" rules have been issued by the CFPB, setting forth guidelines to protect borrowers from predatory lending.More >>
Long-awaited "qualified mortgage" rules have been issued by the CFPB, setting forth guidelines to protect borrowers from predatory lending.More >>
House joins Senate to OK bill that avoids fiscal cliff
House joins Senate to OK bill that avoids fiscal cliff
The House of Representatives settled on an 11th-hour agreement that averted widespread tax increases and spending cuts that were set to kick in Jan. 1.More >>
The House of Representatives settled on an 11th-hour agreement that averted widespread tax increases and spending cuts that were set to kick in Jan. 1.More >>
Fiscal cliff: Mortgage deduction is safe for most
Fiscal cliff: Mortgage deduction is safe for most
Should you be worried that Congress will take away your mortgage interest deduction as part of the "fiscal cliff" negotiations? For most homeowners, the answer is "no."More >>
Should you be worried that Congress will take away your mortgage interest deduction as part of the "fiscal cliff" negotiations? For the great majority of homeowners, the answer is "no."More >>
Bank of America to forgive 150,000 second liens
Bank of America to forgive 150,000 second liens
Bank of America is erasing the debt on 150,000 second liens for mortgage borrowers in financial difficulty.More >>
Bank of America is erasing the debt on 150,000 second liens for mortgage borrowers in financial difficulty.More >>
Young cancer survivors say costs hinder follow-up care
Young cancer survivors say costs hinder follow-up care
Many teen and young adult cancer survivors in the United States go without routine medical care because it's too expensive, a new study finds.More >>
Many teen and young adult cancer survivors in the United States go without routine medical care because it's too expensive, a new study finds.More >>
Family health insurance premiums jump 4 percent in 2012
Family health insurance premiums jump 4 percent in 2012
U.S. families are paying 4 percent more in annual premiums for their employer-sponsored family health coverage this year.More >>
U.S. families are paying 4 percent more in annual premiums for their employer-sponsored family health coverage this year.More >>
9 things to consider before loaning money to a loved one
9 things to consider before loaning money to a loved one
Perhaps the only thing more difficult than watching someone you love struggle financially is having that person ask you for money.More >>
Perhaps the only thing more difficult than watching someone you love struggle financially is having that person ask you for money.More >>

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Community Action Awareness Day tomorrow
Community Action Awareness Day tomorrow
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio- The Mahoning Youngstown Community Action Partnership (MYCAP) will host their Community Action Awareness Day Friday, May 17, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. at the Wick Park RecreationMore >>
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio- The Mahoning Youngstown Community Action Partnership (MYCAP) will host their Community Action Awareness Day Friday, May 17, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. at the Wick Park Recreation Center, located inside of Wick Park, 260 Park Avenue, Youngstown.More >>
Joe Lupo dies after domestic shooting
Joe Lupo dies after domestic shooting
Updated: Thursday, May 16 2013 12:21 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:21:46 GMT
MAHONING TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania- The Coroner says a former Mahoning County Sherriff's deputy hospitalized after a domestic shooting in Lawrence County has now died. Joe Lupo died this morning at SaintMore >>
MAHONING TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania- The Coroner says a former Mahoning County Sherriff's deputy hospitalized after a domestic shooting in Lawrence County has now died.More >>
Pennsylvania casino revenue up from last month
Pennsylvania casino revenue up from last month
Updated: Thursday, May 16 2013 11:48 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:48:23 GMT
PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Gambling regulators say gross revenue from table games at Pennsylvania's 11 casinos was up 8.9 percent last month when compared to April 2012. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control BoardMore >>
PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Gambling regulators say gross revenue from table games at Pennsylvania's 11 casinos was up 8.9 percent last month when compared to April 2012.More >>
Cleveland strengthens efforts to locate missing people
Cleveland strengthens efforts to locate missing people
Updated: Thursday, May 16 2013 11:46 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:46:16 GMT
CLEVELAND (AP) - In the wake of the discovery of three women held captive in a Cleveland home for about a decade, local officials are strengthening efforts to locate missing people. Officials in CuyahogaMore >>
CLEVELAND (AP) - In the wake of the discovery of three women held captive in a Cleveland home for about a decade, local officials are strengthening efforts to locate missing people.More >>
Bond set for accused killer in 1984 Cleveland murder
Bond set for accused killer in 1984 Cleveland murder
Updated: Thursday, May 16 2013 11:20 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:20:15 GMT
CLEVELAND (AP) - A judge in Cleveland has set a $5 million bond for a man charged with aggravated murder in the 1984 killing of a 14-year-old girl. Hernandez Warren was arraigned Thursday morning. InvestigatorsMore >>
CLEVELAND (AP) - A judge in Cleveland has set a $5 million bond for a man charged with aggravated murder in the 1984 killing of a 14-year-old girl.More >>
Ohio could be forced to offer in-state tuition to all students
Ohio could be forced to offer in-state tuition to all students
Updated: Thursday, May 16 2013 11:06 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:06:34 GMT
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Ohio Republicans want to force universities to offer in-state tuition to out-of-state students who request documents from the schools in order to register to vote in Ohio. RepublicansMore >>
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Ohio Republicans want to force universities to offer in-state tuition to out-of-state students who request documents from the schools in order to register to vote in Ohio.More >>
Congressman Tim Ryan introduces act to combat sexual assault
Congressman Tim Ryan introduces act to combat sexual assault
Updated: Thursday, May 16 2013 11:00 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:00:26 GMT
WASHINGTON, D.C.- Congressman Tim Ryan and Congresswoman Kay Granger introduced the Combating Military Sexual Assault Act of 2013, a bipartisan bill that directs the Department of Defense to provide aMore >>
WASHINGTON, D.C.- Congressman Tim Ryan and Congresswoman Kay Granger introduced the Combating Military Sexual Assault Act of 2013, a bipartisan bill that directs the Department of Defense to provide a Special Victims' Counsel for victims of sexual assault, and implements other significant reforms to prevent sexual assaults and assist victims. More >>
Home invasion in Youngstown, no one injured
Home invasion in Youngstown, no one injured
Updated: Thursday, May 16 2013 10:34 AM EDT2013-05-16 14:34:37 GMT
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - An armed home invasion happened over night on East Avondale. Police say a woman, her mother and two other women broke in to a man's house with a bat. The man was one of the women'sMore >>
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - An armed home invasion happened over night on East Avondale. Police say a woman, her mother and two other women broke in to a man's house with a bat. The man was one of the women'sMore >>
Lowellville emergency agency gets equipment update
Lowellville emergency agency gets equipment update
Updated: Friday, May 17 2013 11:10 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:10:39 GMT
LOWELLVILLE, Ohio - Mahoning County Commissioners have approved the purchase of radio repeater equipment, in hopes of enhancing communication for Lowellville emergency responders. The issue was broughtMore >>
LOWELLVILLE, Ohio - Mahoning County Commissioners have approved the purchase of radio repeater equipment, in hopes of enhancing communication for Lowellville emergency responders. The issue was broughtMore >>
Sheriff hosts cookout for department staff
Sheriff hosts cookout for department staff
Updated: Friday, May 17 2013 11:03 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:03:30 GMT
Some of our Valley's bravest at the Mahoning County Sheriff's Department were not only treated to great weather on Friday but were also treated to lunch, courtesy of Sheriff Jerry Greene and his administration. It'sMore >>
Some of our Valley's bravest at the Mahoning County Sheriff's Department were not only treated to great weather on Friday but were also treated to lunch, courtesy of Sheriff Jerry Greene and his administration. It'sMore >>

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Report: Yahoo nearing $1.1B acquisition of Tumblr
Report: Yahoo nearing $1.1B acquisition of Tumblr
Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer is promising to unveil "something special" Monday in New York as she tries to attract more traffic and advertising to the Internet company.More >>
Yahoo may be on the verge of closing its biggest acquisition during the 10-month reign of CEO Marissa Mayer as she tries to attract more traffic and advertisers to the Internet company's website and mobile applications.More >>
Alaska volcano shoots ash 15,000 feet into the air
Alaska volcano shoots ash 15,000 feet into the air
One of Alaska's most restless volcanoes has shot an ash cloud 15,000 feet into the air in an ongoing eruption that has drawn attention from a nearby community but isn't expected to threaten air traffic.More >>
One of Alaska's most restless volcanoes shot an ash cloud 15,000 feet into the air Friday in an ongoing eruption that is visible for miles when the weather allows.More >>
'Sonic' video games coming to Nintendo
'Sonic' video games coming to Nintendo
Sonic the Hedgehog is rolling with Nintendo.More >>
Sonic the Hedgehog is rolling with Nintendo.More >>
Ex-Groupon CEO working 9 to 5 on business album
Ex-Groupon CEO working 9 to 5 on business album
Former Groupon CEO Andrew Mason is diving into several new ventures, including indulging his inner rock star with an album of "motivational business music."More >>
Former Groupon CEO Andrew Mason is diving into several new ventures, including indulging his inner rock star with an album of "motivational business music."More >>
Stocks rise on hopeful signs for the US economy
Stocks rise on hopeful signs for the US economy
Encouraging news about the U.S. economy helped push stock prices higher in early trading on Wall Street Friday.More >>
Encouraging news about the U.S. economy extended the stock market's rally Friday.More >>
A year after IPO, Facebook aims to be ad colossus
A year after IPO, Facebook aims to be ad colossus
It was supposed to be our IPO, the people's public offering.More >>
It was supposed to be our IPO, the people's public offering.More >>
Congress gets mixed advice on regulating drones
Congress gets mixed advice on regulating drones
The growing use of unmanned "eyes in the sky" is raising many privacy concerns, but Congress is getting mixed advice on what to do about civilian drones.More >>
The growing use of unmanned surveillance "eyes in the sky" aircraft raises a thicket of privacy concerns, but Congress is getting mixed advice on what, if anything, to do about it.More >>
Syrian hackers compromise FT blog, Twitter feeds
Syrian hackers compromise FT blog, Twitter feeds
The Financial Times says that several of its blogs and Twitter feeds have been compromised by hackers. The Syrian Electronic Army, a pro-government group which has repeatedly attacked Western media organizations, has...More >>
A clutch of Twitter accounts and a blog maintained by the Financial Times were hacked Friday, the latest in a series of cyberattacks claimed by the Syrian Electronic Army, a pro-government group which has regularly targeted...More >>
Canada trying to lure Silicon Valley tech workers
Canada trying to lure Silicon Valley tech workers
The Canadian government is trying to lure Silicon Valley tech workers who are frustrated by U.S. visa policies, just as Congress wrestles with a long-sought overhaul of America's immigration system.More >>
The Canadian government has launched an aggressive campaign to lure Silicon Valley tech workers frustrated by U.S. visa policies northward, just as Congress wrestles with a long-sought overhaul of America's immigration...More >>
Correction: Drunken Driving-Zero Deaths story
Correction: Drunken Driving-Zero Deaths story
Drunken driving claims the lives of more than a third of the people killed each year on U.S highways, a level of carnage that that has remained stubbornly consistent for the past decade and a half.More >>
In a story May 17 about a National Transportation Safety Board recommendation on a blood alcohol threshold for drivers, The Associated Press incorrectly reported the definition of a drink. The standard definition of a drink...More >>

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