Reducing obesity won't lower health costs
A new government report quantifies the rise in health care spending due to the nation's growing obesity problem, but says that costs would rise even if America lost weight.
Health costs: They'll spike, then slow down
It will be at least five years before health care reform triggers a sustained slowdown in the pace of spending, according to new government estimates released on Thursday.
College grads: Here's what your B.A. is worth
In a rare bit of good news for college students facing a tough labor market, the sharp decline in starting salaries for recent graduates appears to be stabilizing, according to a study released Thursday.
When Chrysler could have sold for $1
One of the lesser-known stories of the Obama Administration's auto bailout is how close Chrysler came close to following the fate of Lehman Brothers and being allowed to fail.
Facebook updates... from behind the wheel
The next time some jerk cuts you off on the freeway, instead of just cursing to yourself you could tell all your Facebook friends about it, all without taking your hands off the steering wheel.
Homebuyer tax credit: 950,000 must repay
Nearly half of all Americans who claimed the first-time homebuyer tax credit on their 2009 tax returns will have to repay the government.
Grandma opened a credit card in my name
Question 1. My grandmother opened a credit card account in my name without my knowledge, did not pay it and now they are coming after me. She is 71 years old. What shall I do? -- Jackson, Greensboro, N.C.
Toys 'R' Us' 600 holiday shops = 10,000 jobs
Toys "R" Us said Thursday that it plans to open about 600 temporary stores across the nation, more than six times last year's count, and hire some 10,000 workers for the holiday season.
Treasury yields jump on 'glimmer of good news'
Treasury yields charged higher Thursday as better-than-expected news on the economic front eased fears about a stalling recovery or double-dip recession -- for now.
Obama tax breaks: Limited help for small biz
President Obama's plan to offer $200 billion in tax breaks for businesses that invest in plants and equipment would likely have only a limited impact on most small businesses, experts say.
Cotton shortage = Pricey T-shirts and jeans
Attention T-shirt fans: Bag those deep discounts now because come January, stores could have you paying more for your favorite clothing.
U.S. losing competitive edge
The United States continues to lose its edge in international competitiveness, according to a report released Thursday by the World Economic Forum.
Traffic deaths lowest since 1950
Traffic deaths have hit their lowest level since 1950, the year fatalities behind the wheel began to be tracked, according to the latest government statistics.
Apple loosens its chokehold on app development
Apple is loosening its grip on its app development for its mobile devices, announcing Thursday that it will drop restrictions on what programming tools developers can use to create iOS apps.
Stocks struggle to hold gains
Stocks struggled to hold gains midday Thursday as better-than-expected reports on the U.S. trade deficit and weekly jobless claims offered investors some relief from fears about a slowing economy.
Trade gap plunge raises U.S. growth hopes
The nation's trade gap fell sharply in July, reducing a major headwind for U.S. economic growth and quieting some fears of a double-dip recession.
Jobless claims slide to a nearly 2-month low
The number of jobless Americans filing for unemployment insurance fell last week to the lowest level in nearly two months, a government report released Thursday showed.
U.K. fines Goldman $27 million in 'Fab' case
Britain's Financial Services Authority said Thursday it has fined Goldman Sachs International nearly $27 million for not disclosing its investigation by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Chinese tycoons snub Buffett and Gates
In the world of business, who in their right mind would turn down the opportunity to dine with Bill Gates and Warren Buffett? Chinese tycoons, apparently.