http://business.gather.com Recent Articles on Gather by Gather Business News Channel en-us Copyright Gather Inc 2013 Thu, 23 May 2013 14:25:43 GMT 2013-05-23T14:25:43Z en-us Copyright Gather Inc 2013 http://www.gather.com/images/header/logo_gather.gif http://www.gather.com/ http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981873597 United Parcel Service is headquartered in Atlanta, Ga., but it serves more than 220 countries and territories worldwide, and it just realized its first quarter earnings of four percent on its e-commerce . . . Thu, 25 Apr 2013 09:50:52 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981873597 Hillary Hill 2013-04-25T09:50:52Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981873268 Last week, the entire nation was captivated by a manhunt in Boston for an alleged bomber. After an intense manhunt, the man was captured and taken into custody. Now, a few different companies are trying . . . Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:35:19 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981873268 Corrina Jean 2013-04-24T13:35:19Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981872720 Netflix has surged ahead of HBO in number of U.S. subscribers so far in 2013, with 29.17 versus HBO's 28.7 million. This should add fire to the simmering rivalry between the two companies, whose leaders . . . Tue, 23 Apr 2013 10:25:18 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981872720 Rhetta Akamatsu 2013-04-23T10:25:18Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981866382 There is some bad news for all of you Star Wars gamers out there. Disney has made the decision to shut down LucasArts , after just five months of purchasing Lucasfilm for $4.06 billion. This will not . . . Thu, 04 Apr 2013 11:55:14 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981866382 Kim Brandow 2013-04-04T11:55:14Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981858626 Mayor Michael Bloomberg's ban on sugary beverages was shot down by a judge who said the proposal was "arbitrary and capricious," and would be unevenly enforced. Bloomberg is not too happy about the ruling . . . Mon, 11 Mar 2013 19:50:19 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981858626 Renee Nal 2013-03-11T19:50:19Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981858614 A small business survey conducted annually from Pepperdine University and Dun & Bradstreet Credibility Corp. reveals ongoing frustration with Washington. The most revealing findings surrounded the . . . Mon, 11 Mar 2013 19:15:17 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981858614 Renee Nal 2013-03-11T19:15:17Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981846965 Knoxville, Tennessee is a great place to visit and also a great place to live. There are many outstanding restaurants; there is fantastic entertainment, lots of sports action and beautiful scenery. What . . . Wed, 06 Feb 2013 13:40:46 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981846965 Abby Greenhill 2013-02-06T13:40:46Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981843545 Resveratrol is said to be one of the hot new 'superfoods' of 2013 and might even begin to be substituted for the drug Lipitor. A recent study showed that lab mice who were fed this amazing compound had . . . Mon, 28 Jan 2013 15:45:18 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981843545 Sarah Teczar 2013-01-28T15:45:18Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981842099 Two-Buck Chuck is no longer two dollars, ladies and gentlemen! This news might not be a harsh one for all those wine connoisseurs who prefer higher class wine, but the regular housewife or just people . . . Thu, 24 Jan 2013 16:35:23 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981842099 JL Herrera 2013-01-24T16:35:23Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981841103 Anuj Nayar is the senior director of communications for PayPal, and he says that "aggressive changes" are coming for the company's users because the company needed to get better about helping people according . . . Tue, 22 Jan 2013 11:05:27 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981841103 Hillary Hill 2013-01-22T11:05:27Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981841097 Tuesday's news for Blockbuster employees looks grim, because as many as 3,000 employees of the entertainment company will be handed their walking papers this year based upon the latest from the Christian . . . Tue, 22 Jan 2013 10:40:21 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981841097 Hillary Hill 2013-01-22T10:40:21Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981840578 Chick-fil-A is making some people very happy with the new freebie food promotion. Looking to make a few customers a little less hungry, the restaurant has stores in Washington D.C., parts of Virginia, . . . Mon, 21 Jan 2013 00:30:27 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981840578 Jodi Jill 2013-01-21T00:30:27Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981839351 What would you do if you earned a six-figure income and realized you could pay someone else to do the job for you and still bring home the bacon? Would you do it? Well, a software developer, dubbed "Bob," . . . Thu, 17 Jan 2013 15:30:28 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981839351 Reno Berkeley 2013-01-17T15:30:28Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981838875 United Airlines is trying something that business flyers especially are going to love. The luggage carousels at airports are very busy, very confusing and extremely time consuming. You stand around waiting . . . Wed, 16 Jan 2013 14:00:27 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981838875 Abby Greenhill 2013-01-16T14:00:27Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981837162 The iPotty is attracting attention of parents with toddlers who are in the process of potty training. At the 2013 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas some of the most technologically advanced products . . . Fri, 11 Jan 2013 18:55:18 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981837162 Jodi Jill 2013-01-11T18:55:18Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981833279 What struggling economy? Auto sales in the United States reached a five-year high in 2012. Lower interest rates, consumer confidence and new designs helped spur sales after the recession nearly destroyed . . . Thu, 03 Jan 2013 16:40:21 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981833279 William Browning 2013-01-03T16:40:21Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981832063 The billionaire founder of Domino's Pizza has won a victory in court on his recent attempt to thwart the part of the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, that requires employers to provide . . . Tue, 01 Jan 2013 13:20:30 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981832063 Gabriel Legend 2013-01-01T13:20:30Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981828697 With Walmart holiday hours for 2012 in demand, many individuals are wondering "is Walmart open on Christmas day?" There are plenty of people out there who may need to go to the stores to exchange faulty . . . Tue, 25 Dec 2012 16:25:19 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981828697 Matt Clark 2012-12-25T16:25:19Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981827897 Christmas Eve store hours for major retail chains is something everyone is looking up. Who doesn't procrastinate just a little bit when it comes to the holiday? There's always that last-minute gift to . . . Sun, 23 Dec 2012 23:00:25 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981827897 Skye Yeardley 2012-12-23T23:00:25Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981826820 Renewable energy could power almost all of a power grid by 2030 at about what electricity costs today, according to academics in Delaware. Think it is too good to be true? Read on. "The key is to . . . Fri, 21 Dec 2012 20:30:27 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981826820 Andy Arnold 2012-12-21T20:30:27Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981826285 What are you doing to prepare for the coming apocalypse on December 21st, 2012 ? Building a bunker and attempting to outlast the natural disasters? Preparing a "bug-out" bag so that you can take off . . . Fri, 21 Dec 2012 02:15:21 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981826285 Gabriel Legend 2012-12-21T02:15:21Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981824066 Photography buffs and professionals should stop sharing those Instagram photos right now if they don't want to be held responsible legally or financially for any of them beginning in the new year. On . . . Wed, 19 Dec 2012 07:30:27 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981824066 Hillary Hill 2012-12-19T07:30:27Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981822801 If December 21, 2012 is the Doomsday date which brings the end of the world, Amazon is suggesting customers take notice of their latest new releases in movies on Blu-ray or DVD. So if the Mayans are correct, . . . Tue, 18 Dec 2012 19:10:27 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981822801 Matt Clark 2012-12-18T19:10:27Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981820860 While the government is discussing whether new gun control laws need to be implemented in the wake of the Sandy Hook Elementary tragedy, citizens in Connecticut are buying up guns like they are going . . . Mon, 17 Dec 2012 20:31:00 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981820860 Gabriel Legend 2012-12-17T20:31:00Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981820078 If you are an American you are probably pretty familiar with Domino's Pizza chain . Even those around the world will recognize the name. The company has been in business for decades, and has become quite . . . Mon, 17 Dec 2012 08:50:24 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981820078 Gabriel Legend 2012-12-17T08:50:24Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981802912 The average speeding ticket in the United States costs around $150. For the majority of middle class Americans, that requires a day or two of work to pay off. For those living at the poverty level, it . . . Fri, 07 Dec 2012 17:25:18 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981802912 Gabriel Legend 2012-12-07T17:25:18Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981802549 The answer to a cleaner climate is through the stomach, according to a new report by the Worldwatch Institute . Sustainable agriculture is the key. "Practices such as using animal manure rather than . . . Fri, 07 Dec 2012 12:55:18 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981802549 Andy Arnold 2012-12-07T12:55:18Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981800722 The massive number of layoffs in November reflects the largest one-month jump in U.S. based companies laying off people in 2012. Just in time for the Holidays! MarketWatch.com reports that 57,081 . . . Thu, 06 Dec 2012 15:15:20 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981800722 Renee Nal 2012-12-06T15:15:20Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981785295 The Amazon online holiday deals continue at the top retail website. On Thursday, one of the hot sales items is a children's toy with the LeapFrog Leapster Explorer Learning Game System. The item carries . . . Thu, 29 Nov 2012 14:40:19 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981785295 Matt Clark 2012-11-29T14:40:19Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981782526 Amazon continues its Cyber Monday 2012 deals week on its website on Wednesday with several more big discounts on items across the site. Among today's sale items are a Dremel 3-Tool Combo Kit and JBuds . . . Wed, 28 Nov 2012 14:40:20 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981782526 Matt Clark 2012-11-28T14:40:20Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981780982 Cyber Monday record sales in 2012 has no doubt made retailers and other businesses happy. The Monday after Thanksgiving was the biggest online shopping day ever. Did you get in on the Cyber Monday bargain . . . Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:40:19 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981780982 Rachel Dillin 2012-11-28T00:40:19Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981779785 Christmas shoppers are used to a certain tune playing in their head around the holidays. For some, it is to the tune of "Last Christmas" and goes something like this: Last Christmas, I gave you my . . . Tue, 27 Nov 2012 14:50:56 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981779785 Gabriel Legend 2012-11-27T14:50:56Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981779655 The Cyber Monday 2012 deals will continue at Amazon.com, even one day after the busy online shopping day. On Tuesday, the online retail site is promoting its latest top deal, a Dyson DC25 Ball Vacuum . . . Tue, 27 Nov 2012 14:01:30 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981779655 Matt Clark 2012-11-27T14:01:30Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981779319 Dunkin Donuts' "best coffee in the world" claim has been rejected by the US Patent Office, as reported in the Inquisitr.com . It appears that the company has been trying to make the slogan as its . . . Tue, 27 Nov 2012 12:30:28 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981779319 JL Herrera 2012-11-27T12:30:28Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981777784 One of the Cyber Monday deals of 2012 seems to be boosting business significantly for the Amazon website. On Monday, November 26th, the online retail spot began offering its LCD display Kindle Fire at . . . Mon, 26 Nov 2012 22:55:18 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981777784 Matt Clark 2012-11-26T22:55:18Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981777578 While Walmart is embroiled in a massive strike across the nation, with workers asking for better pay and health care that they can afford, they are gathering supporters. One of those is a Catholic charity . . . Mon, 26 Nov 2012 21:10:26 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981777578 Gabriel Legend 2012-11-26T21:10:26Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981777202 With the Cyber Monday deals of 2012, Amazon is offering numerous "Lightning Deals" today on their website in terms of movies, TV shows, video games and more. As far as the gaming category goes, there's . . . Mon, 26 Nov 2012 14:55:18 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981777202 Matt Clark 2012-11-26T14:55:18Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981777011 With the Cyber Monday deals for 2012 having started as early as Sunday, some of the biggest and best deals may still be on the way. On Monday, Amazon is offering its original Kindle Fire tablet device . . . Mon, 26 Nov 2012 12:05:25 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981777011 Matt Clark 2012-11-26T12:05:25Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981776038 The Cyber Monday deals for 2012 are just getting started as the official online shopping holiday begins on November 26th. The Amazon website is rolling out a good number of lightning deals for TV shows . . . Mon, 26 Nov 2012 01:00:25 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981776038 Matt Clark 2012-11-26T01:00:25Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981775965 Are the Cyber Monday Deals 2012 at WalMart actually better than the discount retail giant's Black Friday offerings? Well, one thing about these deals is that they will last a week, which is longer than . . . Mon, 26 Nov 2012 00:20:38 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981775965 Rachel Dillin 2012-11-26T00:20:38Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981775729 The Cyber Monday deals 2012 week started at Amazon.com Sunday, and with that customers are looking for big ticket electronics items they may have missed out on for Black Friday. Among the sales items . . . Sun, 25 Nov 2012 21:45:18 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981775729 Matt Clark 2012-11-25T21:45:18Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981775385 The Amazon Cyber Monday 2012 deals are officially underway as of Sunday morning, and it wasn't long before certain sales items rose to the top of the lists of best buys. One of those items is a Nikon . . . Sun, 25 Nov 2012 13:40:51 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981775385 Matt Clark 2012-11-25T13:40:51Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981774979 It might be Sunday, but Amazon has its Cyber Monday 2012 deals week now underway! The online retailer is offering deals on numerous items ranging from clothes to digital cameras to flatscreen TV's. Also . . . Sun, 25 Nov 2012 07:50:24 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981774979 Matt Clark 2012-11-25T07:50:24Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981773721 The Cyber Monday 2012 deals will be running all week long at Amazon.com's website. The online retail site has already started to unveil some of what will be offered at discount with calendars showing . . . Sat, 24 Nov 2012 13:50:23 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981773721 Matt Clark 2012-11-24T13:50:23Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981772565 Walmart thrived on Black Friday despite the efforts of protesters who planned a nationwide Walmart Strike. USA Today reported that the retail giant made 10 million transactions from 8 p.m. to 12:00 . . . Fri, 23 Nov 2012 18:40:19 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981772565 Brian Gabriel 2012-11-23T18:40:19Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981772433 With Black Friday 2012 deals online, many shoppers are opting to stay home rather than rush out to stores on November 23rd. The Amazon website will offer its final day of deals for the week on Friday, . . . Fri, 23 Nov 2012 16:05:27 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981772433 Matt Clark 2012-11-23T16:05:27Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981772363 Cyber Monday 2012 is only a few days away and for those of you who didn't want to be trampled on Black Friday, the wait to shop just might be worth it. Over 122 million people are expected to shop online . . . Fri, 23 Nov 2012 13:55:18 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981772363 Linda Shaw 2012-11-23T13:55:18Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981772306 As Black Friday 2012 deals have arrived, Amazon is offering those looking for laptops on sale, a bit of a nice incentive to buy today. The online retailer is offering select Ultrabooks with a $200 gift . . . Fri, 23 Nov 2012 12:45:49 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981772306 Matt Clark 2012-11-23T12:45:49Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981772288 With the popularity of Kindle Fire HD, at least one author is offering a couple free ebooks on the topic of health as a Black Friday gift. Grace Masters has her two books, one about running and one about . . . Fri, 23 Nov 2012 12:25:18 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981772288 Matt Clark 2012-11-23T12:25:18Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981772030 In case you didn't know, there is a post Black Friday shopping day, and it is one of the busiest days of the year for online retailers. Cyber Monday 2012 will be no exception to that this year, with . . . Fri, 23 Nov 2012 08:35:23 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981772030 Gabriel Legend 2012-11-23T08:35:23Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981770662 Apple's Black Friday may not start on Thursday like many other retailers, but you can begin shopping online as early as midnight Thanksgiving Day Pacific Time. The stores will actually be opening on . . . Thu, 22 Nov 2012 20:30:27 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981770662 Gabriel Legend 2012-11-22T20:30:27Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981770466 Amazon's Black Friday 2012 deals have been going on for Thursday, November 22, so families finishing their Thanksgiving feasts can shop online. Right now there are some rather attractive deals on video . . . Thu, 22 Nov 2012 17:35:21 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981770466 Matt Clark 2012-11-22T17:35:21Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981770398 The Kmart Black Friday will start on Thursday night , like many of the other retailers this year. The suggestions from customers has been to give them more time to take advantage of Black Friday deals, . . . Thu, 22 Nov 2012 16:45:19 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981770398 Gabriel Legend 2012-11-22T16:45:19Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981770283 As those Black Friday 2012 deals continue from Thanksgiving day through Friday, it appears two retailers may be winning the war in terms of best value from their sales. Those two retailers who have a . . . Thu, 22 Nov 2012 14:40:19 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981770283 Matt Clark 2012-11-22T14:40:19Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981768692 There will be some compelling Black Friday 2012 deals online via Amazon for Thanksgiving day. The web retailer is offering plenty of Blu-ray and DVD movies or TV shows at discounted prices throughout . . . Wed, 21 Nov 2012 20:00:25 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981768692 Matt Clark 2012-11-21T20:00:25Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981768374 Black Friday at Express starts early, with some great deals online, as well as in-store! Everything is 50% off until noon on Friday, with the exception of gift cards. Many stores are open until midnight . . . Wed, 21 Nov 2012 15:00:27 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981768374 Renee Nal 2012-11-21T15:00:27Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981768192 Black Friday 2012 is almost here and this year you won't need to camp out for a day in advance just to score your favorite items. In fact, there are so many new perks that it will be possible to get in . . . Wed, 21 Nov 2012 12:50:24 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981768192 Linda Shaw 2012-11-21T12:50:24Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981767666 50 Shades of Grey is probably going to make this Christmas a very sexy one. The official range of 50 Shades merchandise was released just in time for the holidays, and sales of items like blindfolds . . . Wed, 21 Nov 2012 07:45:18 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981767666 Aida Ekberg 2012-11-21T07:45:18Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981766536 With Black Friday 2012 approaching, and already underway for some stores and websites, those hot toy lists will mean big business once again. It will be a fierce battle between Toys R Us, Walmart and . . . Tue, 20 Nov 2012 21:15:20 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981766536 Matt Clark 2012-11-20T21:15:20Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981766064 Those looking for a deal on Thanksgiving turkey dinners this holiday may want to pass over the retail store famous for low prices and head straight to Target, Bloomberg reports. A Thanksgiving dinner . . . Tue, 20 Nov 2012 14:35:23 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981766064 Gabriel Legend 2012-11-20T14:35:23Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981765985 The Amazon Black Friday deals for 2012 continue on Tuesday with more discounted video games throughout the day. Among the titles being offered on 11/20 are the popular Madden NFL 13, NCAA Football 13, . . . Tue, 20 Nov 2012 13:50:25 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981765985 Matt Clark 2012-11-20T13:50:25Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981765073 Bankruptcy judge Robert Drain requested Hostess Brands, Inc. and its striking Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers International Union to join him for a confidential mediation on Tuesday . . . Tue, 20 Nov 2012 00:40:19 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981765073 Katie Sharp-Dierks 2012-11-20T00:40:19Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981764344 There will be Black Friday 2012 deals for shoppers all week long, but many will trek out to stores for the official shopping day, just one day after Thanksgiving. With that in mind, there are actually . . . Mon, 19 Nov 2012 14:30:26 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981764344 Matt Clark 2012-11-19T14:30:26Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981763858 The Black Friday 2012 Deals Week has officially launched for the Amazon website, and will last through the 24th. On Monday, the web retailer started its week-long sales event offering discounted prices . . . Mon, 19 Nov 2012 08:10:30 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981763858 Matt Clark 2012-11-19T08:10:30Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981763097 Although Black Friday 2012 deals week arrives at Amazon on Monday, the web retailer has posted an early look at the big lightning deals it will offer all week long for video games. Among the titles being . . . Sun, 18 Nov 2012 20:55:49 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981763097 Matt Clark 2012-11-18T20:55:49Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981762774 More Black Friday 2012 deals have arrived from Amazon on what will be its last day of counting down to its official week of deals. The site is offering some popular Blu-ray movies for lower prices today, . . . Sun, 18 Nov 2012 12:05:26 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981762774 Matt Clark 2012-11-18T12:05:26Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981761988 The Black Friday 2012 deals are heating up with customers looking to score discounted prices on electronics, including tablets. The updated Kindle Fire device by Amazon is being offered by one major retailer . . . Sat, 17 Nov 2012 11:50:25 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981761988 Matt Clark 2012-11-17T11:50:25Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981761077 With Black Friday 2012 sales right around the corner, video games will certainly be a top seller in terms of holiday gifts this year, just like in past years. One retailer, Gamestop, is offering extra . . . Fri, 16 Nov 2012 21:30:27 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981761077 Matt Clark 2012-11-16T21:30:27Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981760800 With Black Friday 2012 sales approaching next week, tablets such as the Amazon Kindle Fire 2 HD, and the Apple iPad Mini will be among the hottest gifts many shoppers are purchasing. These two seem like . . . Fri, 16 Nov 2012 15:35:55 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981760800 Matt Clark 2012-11-16T15:35:55Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981760765 Warren Buffet is shutting down the News and Messenger, a paper that has been around Prince William County for 143 years . He is also shutting down its partner website Inside NoVA, which had a lively . . . Fri, 16 Nov 2012 14:40:51 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981760765 Brian Gabriel 2012-11-16T14:40:51Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981760540 Unable to withstand a prolonged nationwide strike, Hostess has decided to call it quits after more than 80 years. In an article in the Wall Street Journal , the Irving, Texas company released a statement . . . Fri, 16 Nov 2012 11:45:18 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981760540 Alexandra Romanov 2012-11-16T11:45:18Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981759658 Apple stock hit a 6-month low today as large Wall Street funds are dumping the stock in unison. CNBC reported the price at $525.62 Thursday; its high this year was $705. While the stock is still up . . . Fri, 16 Nov 2012 00:30:31 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981759658 Brian Gabriel 2012-11-16T00:30:31Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981759218 What Americans have come to love about Twinkies, Ding Dongs, Zingers , and other delicious treats may come to an end with the Hostess strike reaching the 5 p.m. ET deadline Nov. 15. According to Chron . . . Thu, 15 Nov 2012 19:35:22 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981759218 Skye Yeardley 2012-11-15T19:35:22Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981758779 As the countdown to Black Friday 2012 sales continue, Amazon continues its deals countdown via its website. Right now, video games continue to be a hot item for the holidays, and the web retailer has . . . Thu, 15 Nov 2012 12:25:21 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981758779 Matt Clark 2012-11-15T12:25:21Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981756858 When California opens its carbon trading Nov. 14 at 10 a.m., more than 62 million allowances will be offered with a minimum bid price is $10 a ton. That is about what European Union emission carbon units . . . Wed, 14 Nov 2012 10:20:31 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981756858 Andy Arnold 2012-11-14T10:20:31Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981756150 Among the latest Black Friday 2012 ads leaked online is the Office Depot sale for the upcoming holiday shopping day. The office supplies, computers and electronics retailer will be offering big sales . . . Tue, 13 Nov 2012 23:25:21 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981756150 Matt Clark 2012-11-13T23:25:21Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981755863 Remember the days when your mother went to bed early on Thanksgiving so she could be at the store by 5 or 6 a.m. on Black Friday? Remember when, as a retail employee, you could look forward to enjoying . . . Tue, 13 Nov 2012 19:10:26 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981755863 Reno Berkeley 2012-11-13T19:10:26Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981754000 With Black Friday 2012 ads circulating the internet, one company doesn't have to worry about leaked ads or getting the word out quite as much. The Amazon.com website continues to offer countdown deals . . . Mon, 12 Nov 2012 13:25:49 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981754000 Matt Clark 2012-11-12T13:25:49Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981753310 New York Applebee's franchise owner Zane Tankel and CEO John Schnatter of Papa John's have both come under fire, even called "racist" for saying that they will need to make cuts to employees or raise . . . Mon, 12 Nov 2012 05:50:24 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981753310 Renee Nal 2012-11-12T05:50:24Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981752889 Another home improvement giant has just released their Black Friday 2012 ad as of Sunday. It's less than two weeks before the biggest shopping day of the year arrives and ads are rolling out like crazy . . . Sun, 11 Nov 2012 23:50:36 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981752889 Skye Yeardley 2012-11-11T23:50:36Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981752493 Home Depot has leaked their Black Friday 2012 ad and a lot of popular items will be on sale for the huge shopping event. A number of retailers are opening Thanksgiving night, but Home Depot is sticking . . . Sun, 11 Nov 2012 16:40:19 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981752493 Skye Yeardley 2012-11-11T16:40:19Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981752263 With the plethora of Black Friday 2012 ads now circulating online, some of the top deals for the shopping day are being assembled. For consumers in the market for new laptops, the sales from Amazon, Best . . . Sun, 11 Nov 2012 12:25:18 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981752263 Matt Clark 2012-11-11T12:25:18Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981751449 As if the lines at nearly every store aren't going to be long enough the day after Thanksgiving, Wal-Mart employees are planning to strike on Black Friday. That's just great, strikes at America's largest . . . Sat, 10 Nov 2012 18:40:50 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981751449 Jessica Knight 2012-11-10T18:40:50Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981751034 Various Black Friday 2012 ads being leaked is a continuing trend this shopping season just like in years past. The latest sales deals to be revealed come from Target in the form of a scan of their multi-page . . . Sat, 10 Nov 2012 12:05:57 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981751034 Matt Clark 2012-11-10T12:05:57Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981749473 The Black Friday 2012 deals on TV's, particularly HDTV sets, are looking pretty sweet for consumers this coming holiday season. Just recently, a listing of all the top deals from various retailers was . . . Fri, 09 Nov 2012 14:50:23 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981749473 Matt Clark 2012-11-09T14:50:23Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981747224 As Black Friday 2012 ads continue to get leaked online, the latest news is that Sears will be offering their special deals 5 days ahead of the big shopping day. The bricks and mortar retailer has positioned . . . Thu, 08 Nov 2012 22:55:18 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981747224 Matt Clark 2012-11-08T22:55:18Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981746531 Post-election news shows that a lack of trust in a reelected President Obama to steer America's turbulent financial waters lead to the Dow dropping as much as 313 points on Wednesday. That's reflects . . . Thu, 08 Nov 2012 16:00:27 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981746531 Hillary Hill 2012-11-08T16:00:27Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981746152 New Black Friday 2012 deals have been revealed by Walmart ahead of the big shopping day. Customers will be able to check out what's available before they plan out their trip to the stores or online shopping . . . Thu, 08 Nov 2012 10:17:37 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981746152 Matt Clark 2012-11-08T10:17:37Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981744942 Black Friday 2012 ads are gradually all being released. Several major retailers have leaked glimpses of their sales so shoppers can plan on buying their products at the best price. Old Navy is one of . . . Wed, 07 Nov 2012 20:25:52 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981744942 Skye Yeardley 2012-11-07T20:25:52Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981744239 As the internet gets more Black Friday 2012 ads leaked online in the days and weeks leading up to the shopping day, consumers are getting an early glimpse of what to expect for sales and deals. Best Buy . . . Wed, 07 Nov 2012 11:55:19 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981744239 Matt Clark 2012-11-07T11:55:19Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981744029 Rumor had it that Fifty Shades of Grey would generate a brand new baby boom that would surpass even the one created by World War II. While that remains to be seen, E.L. James' "mommie porn" novels . . . Wed, 07 Nov 2012 09:10:27 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981744029 Hope Carson 2012-11-07T09:10:27Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981742827 Election day freebies are being offered by several national restaurant chains November 6. As President Obama and Mitt Romney battle it out over who will be the next President, it's tiring for voters to . . . Tue, 06 Nov 2012 19:40:50 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981742827 Skye Yeardley 2012-11-06T19:40:50Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981741422 With PS3 Black Friday deals for 2012 in high demand, customers are already starting to see some early deals appearing in leaked ads online. Among those is one advertisement for Radio Shack boasting some . . . Mon, 05 Nov 2012 23:30:33 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981741422 Matt Clark 2012-11-05T23:30:33Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981741072 If consumers want some awesome Black Friday 2012 sales on electronic items such as smartphones, tablets, and HDTVs, Radio Shack has just what they want. The popular shopping day is Nov. 23 after Thanksgiving . . . Mon, 05 Nov 2012 17:15:20 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981741072 Skye Yeardley 2012-11-05T17:15:20Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981739893 Shoppers are already gearing up for the 2012 Black Friday sales, but retailers such as Newegg are mixing things up a bit this year. The biggest shopping day of the year may not come until November 23 . . . Mon, 05 Nov 2012 00:35:26 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981739893 Stacy Carey 2012-11-05T00:35:26Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981736801 The Black Friday 2012 countdown is on, with sales and deals already underway by several retailers online. Amazon and Walmart have each launched special online promotions weeks ahead of the action Black . . . Fri, 02 Nov 2012 18:55:18 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981736801 Matt Clark 2012-11-02T18:55:18Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981734814 Now that the month of November is coming, it means only one thing to shoppers besides the Thanksgiving holiday -- Black Friday 2012! There's no better time of year to find a great deal than Black Friday. . . . Thu, 01 Nov 2012 12:01:01 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981734814 Skye Yeardley 2012-11-01T12:01:01Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981734689 The recent GTA 5 release date announcement placing the game's launch in spring 2013, along with better-than-expected results have given a boost to Take-Two stock (TTWO). The video game company's shares . . . Thu, 01 Nov 2012 10:21:04 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981734689 Matt Clark 2012-11-01T10:21:04Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981733276 Victoria's Secret has unveiled a glimpse of what they're offering for Black Friday 2012. The ultimate women's intimate apparel store will boast some great deals. Devoted customers are aware of the store's . . . Wed, 31 Oct 2012 13:10:27 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981733276 Skye Yeardley 2012-10-31T13:10:27Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981731710 According to the S&P/Case-Shiller index , real estate values in the year ending in August increased by 2% from August 2011, the largest year-to-year gain since July 2010 (about one year after the . . . Tue, 30 Oct 2012 17:30:27 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981731710 Matt Benamy 2012-10-30T17:30:27Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981731676 Whether or not Star Wars has been beaten to death with the three prequel movies released at the turn of the millennium, the news of a seventh movie by 2015 may be the last straw for fans of the original . . . Tue, 30 Oct 2012 17:01:02 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981731676 Marion Lougheed 2012-10-30T17:01:02Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981726685 Kim Kardashian, Kourtney Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian, Kendall Jenner and Kylie Jenner may be household names but are they really on par with the Royal Family? Apparently, some game show players seem . . . Sat, 27 Oct 2012 13:50:25 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981726685 Linda Shaw 2012-10-27T13:50:25Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981721610 As California, environment stewards and the sixth largest economy in the world, prepares to launch the most extensive carbon market in North America Nov. 14, stakeholders can look to Europe to learn the . . . Wed, 24 Oct 2012 23:55:18 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981721610 Andy Arnold 2012-10-24T23:55:18Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981720910 Politics is a staple for adults and Halloween. So what is the hot political statement trending this year? Why it is the Big Bird costume of course. After presidential hopeful Mitt Romney pledged to rein . . . Wed, 24 Oct 2012 16:45:18 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981720910 Frances Johnston 2012-10-24T16:45:18Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981698542 The U.S. Labor Department ran its latest studies of September and found unhappy news: High gas costs are coming back to bite consumers...again. If you live in California, you are probably sick . . . Fri, 12 Oct 2012 13:25:50 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981698542 Tyler Lacoma 2012-10-12T13:25:50Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981686093 Photo credit: Robert Stinnett Is Wal-Mart big enough for you yet? The mega-market corporation is expanding again—this time to the local level. The company has experimented with several . . . Mon, 08 Oct 2012 17:45:18 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981686093 Tyler Lacoma 2012-10-08T17:45:18Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981677161 If you have never heard of Zynga, there's still a good chance you have played one of their games. The company has created many of the Facebook hits responsible for sapping evening hours or wasting . . . Thu, 04 Oct 2012 19:35:22 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981677161 Tyler Lacoma 2012-10-04T19:35:22Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981667169 The Halloween costumes 2012 season is upon celebrants in the United States, meaning it's time to get those perfect costume ideas ready for October 31st. Right now, the most popular costume ideas for men . . . Fri, 28 Sep 2012 14:05:55 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981667169 Matt Clark 2012-09-28T14:05:55Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981661065 The world became very aware of the housing market bubble and the greater economic recession in 2008 after Lehman Brothers failed and the Dow Jones dropped rapidly. What some people didn't realize, however, . . . Tue, 25 Sep 2012 13:25:17 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981661065 Matt Benamy 2012-09-25T13:25:17Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981659445 Domino's Pizza will begin competing with Pizza Hut on another level; head to head with the product that made Pizza Hut a household name - the pan pizza. Domino's launched their new product today , but . . . Mon, 24 Sep 2012 17:30:23 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981659445 Gabriel Legend 2012-09-24T17:30:23Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981657804 When it comes to Halloween costumes for 2012, men, women and kids have just about a month to prepare themselves for the coming holiday. Just recently, a web report on one South Florida store pointed out . . . Sun, 23 Sep 2012 22:05:24 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981657804 Matt Clark 2012-09-23T22:05:24Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981649384 The 2012 Toys R Us Fabulous 15 Hot Holiday toy list has been revealed! This year's popular toys include a comeback for Furby, the arrival of Nintendo's new Wii U, and boy band One Direction, all among . . . Thu, 20 Sep 2012 10:15:22 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981649384 Matt Clark 2012-09-20T10:15:22Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981630850 Customers who visit the Golden Arches now will be able to make better choices based upon the calorie counts of the food items. The McDonald's menu will now list the number of calories right next to . . . Thu, 13 Sep 2012 18:25:20 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981630850 Gabriel Legend 2012-09-13T18:25:20Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981628213 Apple's announcement revealing the new iPhone 5 is not the only iPhone news this week. JP Morgan Chase economist Michael Feroli predicts sales could play a role in boosting the U.S. economy. According . . . Wed, 12 Sep 2012 21:40:18 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981628213 Carlos Herbas 2012-09-12T21:40:18Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981613855 With the Halloween costumes for 2012 starting to pop up in retail stores around the nation as well as online, one specialty store is gearing up for the holiday season. The Illusive Skull is hoping its . . . Fri, 07 Sep 2012 00:40:20 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981613855 Matt Clark 2012-09-07T00:40:20Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981611182 With the Journal Register bankrupt again, the company is looking to sell. The problem is the same as with any other company filing for Chapter 11 protection: too few assets paired with too much debt, . . . Wed, 05 Sep 2012 17:45:17 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981611182 Tracey Parece 2012-09-05T17:45:17Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981610695 Starbucks, the well-known coffee retailer chain, has teamed up with the coupon website Living Social , in order to offer half-price Starbucks gift cards. The Groupon rival, who offers daily deals through . . . Wed, 05 Sep 2012 13:15:21 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981610695 Gabriel Legend 2012-09-05T13:15:21Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981610481 Bud Light has dubbed the 2012 NFL season the "Year of the Fan," which begs the question: "Shouldn't every year be the 'year of the fan'?" Certainly there is nothing more important in football than the . . . Wed, 05 Sep 2012 11:30:54 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981610481 Tracey Parece 2012-09-05T11:30:54Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981609327 Is American Airlines facing a fearsome foe in Glenn Beck? His boycott of the company is making front page news, but does it really matter? The real question is "How many people will boycott the airline . . . Tue, 04 Sep 2012 22:35:21 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981609327 Tracey Parece 2012-09-04T22:35:21Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981609177 Do you like the sound of RadioShack wireless? The company thinks you do—it has confirmed rumors about its new wireless plans, the result of a partnership between Leap Wireless and Cricket. Yes, . . . Tue, 04 Sep 2012 21:10:57 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981609177 Tyler Lacoma 2012-09-04T21:10:57Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981576532 18 years after its debut and eight years after it ended, the TV series Friends is still pulling off surprising numbers for popularity and sales. Of course, heavy discounts help. Now that all 10 seasons . . . Fri, 24 Aug 2012 08:00:25 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981576532 Tom Rose 2012-08-24T08:00:25Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981565936 The court-appointed attorney that will be distributing the $225 million in assets from the alleged Ponzi Scheme Zeek Rewards to victimized investors has announced the URL of the website that will be . . . Mon, 20 Aug 2012 16:40:19 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981565936 Gabriel Legend 2012-08-20T16:40:19Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981562633 Anyone who has been following the alleged Ponzi scheme Zeek Rewards probably knows that they have been shut down and the North Carolina Attorney General's office has set up a hotline for investors. However, . . . Sun, 19 Aug 2012 18:05:24 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981562633 Gabriel Legend 2012-08-19T18:05:24Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981559960 General Motors and President Obama may star in a summer blockbuster of their own in a voting booth near you: 'General Motors Bankruptcy Bailout, Part Two.' Right now, thanks to the bailout, the U.S. . . . Sat, 18 Aug 2012 15:40:19 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981559960 Brian Carmody 2012-08-18T15:40:19Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981559517 Zeek Rewards, the company that was shut down Friday after the SEC leveled accusations against the internet rewards program, and the parent company Rex Venture Group, calling it a $600 million Ponzi . . . Sat, 18 Aug 2012 12:40:19 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981559517 Gabriel Legend 2012-08-18T12:40:19Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981557391 The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has shut down Zeek Rewards , a website that is linked with the penny auction site Zeeker.com. Penny Auctions allow users to compete for expensive items one . . . Sat, 18 Aug 2012 01:15:20 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981557391 Gabriel Legend 2012-08-18T01:15:20Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981552037 A popular baby product is being recalled after reports of skull fractures in infants. The Bumbo Recall will affect around four million seats sold , and according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission . . . Thu, 16 Aug 2012 17:55:17 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981552037 Gabriel Legend 2012-08-16T17:55:17Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981541920 In an economy that has had at least 8 percent unemployment for the past four years, one retail company is trying one more approach to help save their employees' jobs. MSNBC reports that the retail . . . Mon, 13 Aug 2012 15:00:56 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981541920 Hillary Hill 2012-08-13T15:00:56Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981530216 Papa John's CEO John Schnatter is doing more than shoving bad pizza down people's throats. Now that crappy food is coming with a serving of right wing political bulls**t. The CEO recently came out and . . . Thu, 09 Aug 2012 02:10:27 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981530216 Chelsea Hoffman 2012-08-09T02:10:27Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981524988 Tuesday, August 7, has been dubbed National Marriage Equality Day, and as such, those in support of legalizing gay marriage are being encouraged to support a variety of equality-friendly vendors. The . . . Tue, 07 Aug 2012 16:50:23 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981524988 Bri Taylor 2012-08-07T16:50:23Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981513949 A Los Angeles City Council candidate sent a letter on Friday to the Mayor of the city , urging to speak with Chick-fil-A's Dan Cathy about its "destructive nature" amongst its same-sex marriage stance. . . . Fri, 03 Aug 2012 19:30:25 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981513949 Katherine Domena 2012-08-03T19:30:25Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981513521 Knight Capital Group Inc., one of the leading market makers in the United States, is seeking potential buyers after suffering trading losses of approximately $440 million on Wednesday. The company, headquartered . . . Fri, 03 Aug 2012 12:35:24 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981513521 Marni Centor 2012-08-03T12:35:24Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981510893 Consumers wrote the latest chapter in Boston's Chick-Fil-A controversy today as hundreds lined up to buy the company's food in spite of, or in some cases because of, Boston Mayor Tom Menino's pointed . . . Wed, 01 Aug 2012 21:45:19 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981510893 Marni Centor 2012-08-01T21:45:19Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981506724 Chick-fil-A may be in the midst of a publicity crisis, but none of that mattered this past weekend when the company set aside the issues currently on the table to mourn late staff member Don Perry. . . . Mon, 30 Jul 2012 21:35:23 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981506724 Bri Taylor 2012-07-30T21:35:23Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981503775 Ever since Chick-fil-A's opinions on same-sex marriage came to the battlefront of an ongoing debate for gay rights, it seems San Fransisco is joining the ranks of cities who will not "eat mor chikin." . . . Sat, 28 Jul 2012 19:25:49 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981503775 Katherine Domena 2012-07-28T19:25:49Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981500243 With the growing debate on Chick-fil-a and the CEO's stance on same-sex marriage, the battle between business and politics is on-going. In Boston, Mayor Menino vowed to block the chicken sandwich company . . . Thu, 26 Jul 2012 15:55:17 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981500243 Katherine Domena 2012-07-26T15:55:17Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981498106 As the sovereign debt crisis in Europe reaches alarming proportions, the European Central Bank (ECB) is under increasing pressure to act decisively. In mid-July the International Monetary Fund (IMF) . . . Wed, 25 Jul 2012 12:25:18 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981498106 Susan LaDue 2012-07-25T12:25:18Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981498082 Chick-fil-A CEO's announcement against same-sex marriage is going downhill. A Chicago alderman has declared a plan to block the fast food chain from building another of its restaurants in the city. He . . . Wed, 25 Jul 2012 12:05:25 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981498082 Katherine Domena 2012-07-25T12:05:25Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981495996 Despite recent tragic events, it is nice to know that there are still people in the world that want to do good and are willing to put others before themselves. The CEO of Lenovo, a PC company headquartered . . . Tue, 24 Jul 2012 12:00:25 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981495996 Lauren D'Angelo 2012-07-24T12:00:25Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981494202 The company behind beloved shows such as Fraggle Rock , The Muppets , and Labyrinth , has officially severed all ties with Chick-Fil-A. Why? Because the CEO of the fastfood chain's opposition to same . . . Mon, 23 Jul 2012 13:45:17 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981494202 Katherine Domena 2012-07-23T13:45:17Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981490879 Marissa Mayer, the new chief executive at Yahoo!, will be making $1 million a year, with an extra $2 million if the company reaches its quota in earnings . Mayer worked for Google in the past, a company . . . Sun, 22 Jul 2012 17:30:57 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981490879 Katherine Domena 2012-07-22T17:30:57Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981488630 Boston Mayor Thomas Menino has made a solid vow: to block Chick-Fil-A, a fast food restaurant known for its chicken sandwich, from the city. The company's corporate ownership cited that it was an anti-"same . . . Sat, 21 Jul 2012 20:45:50 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981488630 Katherine Domena 2012-07-21T20:45:50Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981481195 It looks like June 2012 was a promising month for industrial production in the United States. Factory production rose, particularly for major industries like car, machine, and business equipment manufacturing. . . . Tue, 17 Jul 2012 13:16:03 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981481195 Tyler Lacoma 2012-07-17T13:16:03Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981462044 A McDonald's worker warns against ordering grilled chicken at the fast food giant. This anonymous worker has told the truth about working and dining under the golden arches. The reason that GamesMisconduct63 . . . Sun, 08 Jul 2012 21:00:38 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981462044 Rachel Dillin 2012-07-08T21:00:38Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981453885 Volkswagen will take over Porsche by the end of this month. VW, the leading car manufacturer in Europe, made that big announcement Wednesday. By the end of the month VW will take over Porsche, which will . . . Thu, 05 Jul 2012 13:01:13 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981453885 Abby Greenhill 2012-07-05T13:01:13Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981449222 Starbucks is the place to get coffee on July 4th. Getting Americans excited about the holiday and sharing a little Independence Day spirit, participating stores of the coffee giant will be giving away . . . Tue, 03 Jul 2012 17:40:29 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981449222 Jodi Jill 2012-07-03T17:40:29Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981446244 One of the most interesting aspects of the 3-year-old European debt crisis has been the resilience of the euro. Throughout 2011 it was a sweetheart currency, in spite of being caught up in a whirlwind . . . Mon, 02 Jul 2012 14:45:23 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981446244 Susan LaDue 2012-07-02T14:45:23Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981437982 Old Navy is famous for their "one day wonder" sales, and this Saturday is no exception, with patrons expecting to flock to stores for their annual Old Navy $1 flip flop sale! Though anyone that has . . . Fri, 29 Jun 2012 10:36:02 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981437982 Bri Taylor 2012-06-29T10:36:02Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981433343 Scentsy is becoming a household name known for the fragrant warmers and waxes sold by stay-at-home moms across the country. Many people do not enjoy purchasing products from catalogs or through party . . . Wed, 27 Jun 2012 23:40:28 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981433343 Natasha Puryear 2012-06-27T23:40:28Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981427634 Adidas is making waves with a controversial pair of shoes that they've not even released to the public. They've also stopped plans of releasing the shoes, so don't expect these puppies to be a part of . . . Sun, 24 Jun 2012 23:06:42 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981427634 Chelsea Hoffman 2012-06-24T23:06:42Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981425687 If you want cheap gas you can find it in Tennessee. Less than $3.00 a gallon for gas is something people in the Chattanooga area are very happy to see. It was suggested that prices would drop and they . . . Sat, 23 Jun 2012 14:45:54 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981425687 Abby Greenhill 2012-06-23T14:45:54Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981418227 Tesla is counting down to the first customer deliveries of its Model S sedan, considered by the company to be one of the biggest milestones in Tesla's history. Found on Tesla's website are three videos . . . Wed, 20 Jun 2012 14:10:42 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981418227 Mary Posey 2012-06-20T14:10:42Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981412602 As the mercury rises, it's tempting to crack open a cold brew. But, what about the family dog? Doesn't he deserve a cold beverage, too? Bowser Beer from Seattle is now making all of Fido's beverage dreams . . . Mon, 18 Jun 2012 19:00:39 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981412602 Angela Tague 2012-06-18T19:00:39Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981412513 Michael Kors (NYSE: KORS) is one of the more widely known luxury brands. The company's namesake has garnered attention for both himself and his brand through judging reality tv show Project Runway . . . Mon, 18 Jun 2012 18:15:28 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981412513 Mary Posey 2012-06-18T18:15:28Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981411990 According to Morningstar , private equity firm CVC Capital Partners recently stated that it has sold a $500 million stake in Formula One Group, the motor-sport franchise valued at $9.1 billion, to Waddell . . . Mon, 18 Jun 2012 14:10:37 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981411990 Mary Posey 2012-06-18T14:10:37Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981403967 If you have experienced issues streaming video online, there may be a reason for that problem. Cable companies are being probed in an antitrust investigation by the United States Justice Department . . . Fri, 15 Jun 2012 14:10:40 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981403967 Gilbert Arcia 2012-06-15T14:10:40Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981369921 Healthy vending machines are popping up in Middle Tennessee and kids are actually using those machines to the delight of their parents. No chocolate candy or salty chips from these machines. Veggie Stix, . . . Fri, 01 Jun 2012 11:35:32 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981369921 Abby Greenhill 2012-06-01T11:35:32Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981359644 No one seems to mind putting their relationship status on their Facebook page, but how open about it are you in real life? A French-based company called Buump is banking on your willingness to have . . . Sun, 27 May 2012 12:30:34 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981359644 Elan Kesilman 2012-05-27T12:30:34Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981348759 Trying times call for trying new things, at least for Michigan's Republican Governor Rick Snyder. Snyder intends to bring in foreign big business to a state flailing precisely because local big businesses . . . Tue, 22 May 2012 13:55:25 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981348759 Eric Jogga 2012-05-22T13:55:25Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981338380 Watch out Washington, a group of stay at home moms are worked up over current credit card rules and regulations. Currently, people without a job aren't allowed to count their "household income" when applying . . . Thu, 17 May 2012 11:25:55 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981338380 Brandy Davis 2012-05-17T11:25:55Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981336009 General Motors Co. reportedly plans to pull its advertising dollars from Facebook, claiming that the paid advertisements have virtually no effect on the company's sales. The company, however, feels its . . . Wed, 16 May 2012 13:06:14 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981336009 Elan Kesilman 2012-05-16T13:06:14Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981333438 Angry shareholders say JP Morgan Chase has a lot of explaining to do at today's meeting in Tampa, FL. Some are already calling for bank executives responsible for last week's $2 billion loss to return . . . Tue, 15 May 2012 13:15:53 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981333438 Lauren McFaul 2012-05-15T13:15:53Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981331167 Kate Middleton has taken her influence to a new height far beyond spiking the sales of pantyhose. She has now inspired European investors to convert their cash to gold. Granted, the Duchess of Cambridge . . . Mon, 14 May 2012 15:15:21 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981331167 Elan Kesilman 2012-05-14T15:15:21Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981330644 A $2 billion bad bet is pocket change for Jamie Dimon and his Wall Street banker buddies. Bankers know what they are doing, the JPMorgan CEO insisted yesterday on Meet The Press television show. He . . . Mon, 14 May 2012 10:56:26 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981330644 Lauren McFaul 2012-05-14T10:56:26Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981325277 Mother's Day gifts get displayed in the front of retail stores, pharmacies and even supermarkets today. While the offerings are plentiful, what one mom will love another will not, making this day one . . . Fri, 11 May 2012 07:45:22 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981325277 Chloe Larkin 2012-05-11T07:45:22Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981315731 Facebook IPO is not just for the rich and famous, as the social network created accessibility for the little guy who wants to own a piece of this historic social network. Scoring a stake in this social . . . Mon, 07 May 2012 19:21:06 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981315731 Chloe Larkin 2012-05-07T19:21:06Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981300536 A whole town for sale, is that right? Yes it is; and if you are looking to buy one, this scenic South Georgia location may be just what you are looking for. There are only 700 residents that live in Toomsboro. . . . Mon, 30 Apr 2012 08:40:19 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981300536 Abby Greenhill 2012-04-30T08:40:19Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981299228 You can put Dippin Dots ice cream treats on your shopping list because the company is not going to go under. They filed Chapter 11 last year but investors from Oklahoma will ask the court's permission . . . Sun, 29 Apr 2012 16:50:28 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981299228 Abby Greenhill 2012-04-29T16:50:28Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981295929 It's that time of year again: The Old Navy One Day Wonder Sales are back, with this particular Saturday focusing on $8 dresses for women and girls. Though the dress style available for the One Day Wonder . . . Fri, 27 Apr 2012 23:16:02 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981295929 Bri Taylor 2012-04-27T23:16:02Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981289623 Burger King announced it will phase out the use of gestational crates for pork-producing pigs and crates for egg-producing chickens by 2017, according to an April 25 report in the Los Angeles Times . . . Wed, 25 Apr 2012 14:00:37 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981289623 Angela Tague 2012-04-25T14:00:37Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981289276 While there is no absolute standard of beauty, many women would best describe their mothers as the most beautiful woman in their life. To acknowledge this, Olay has launched a campaign to honor one million . . . Wed, 25 Apr 2012 12:05:40 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981289276 Katrina Pemberton 2012-04-25T12:05:40Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981282456 A horse head mask was recently put on sale at the popular Amazon website. Once the internet crowd caught that the item was on sale with free shipping, a strange trend was created, as the item became a . . . Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:51:04 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981282456 Matt Clark 2012-04-23T00:51:04Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981278791 Blue Cross-Blue Shield of Tennessee is the largest medical insurance company in the state. 90,000 of their individual plan members will get a refund this summer. According to BC-BS of Tennessee, they . . . Sat, 21 Apr 2012 14:30:28 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981278791 Abby Greenhill 2012-04-21T14:30:28Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981268725 The Federal Trade Commission or FTC, is about the business of protecting consumers from shady business deals. In order to better do their job, the FTC now requires all businesses to provide information . . . Tue, 17 Apr 2012 15:25:22 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981268725 Dee Dee Smith 2012-04-17T15:25:22Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981266674 It has been one week since Facebook announced its acquisition of the photo-driven social networking site, Instagram, for one billion dollars in cash and stock. Both companies seem to be happy with the . . . Mon, 16 Apr 2012 15:20:35 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981266674 Les Go 2012-04-16T15:20:35Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981264760 It may seem surprising that more new furnishings are being purchased by the owners of smaller homes according to a forecast by IBM. Gathering data from over 500 leading U.S. retailers, sales for April, . . . Sun, 15 Apr 2012 15:30:29 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981264760 Jackie Barlow 2012-04-15T15:30:29Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981255389 Gas prices have peaked and that is good news. Although prices are extremely high and taking a large chunk out of your wallet, there could be some more good news coming in May. "By the behavior of the . . . Wed, 11 Apr 2012 10:01:33 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981255389 Abby Greenhill 2012-04-11T10:01:33Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981253356 Breaking News : Best Buy CEO Brian Dunn has resigned. After 28 years with the electronics retailer, he called it quits amid buzz of a list of 50 stores closing accompanied by a massive layoff. The . . . Tue, 10 Apr 2012 11:10:33 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981253356 Brad Bechler 2012-04-10T11:10:33Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981253139 Chattanooga, TN will have a new hotel, but it isn't being built for tourists. You won't be able to make a reservation for your vacation in the Scenic City. No, this hotel is only for a select group. It . . . Tue, 10 Apr 2012 09:06:09 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981253139 Abby Greenhill 2012-04-10T09:06:09Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981243834 Twitter has offices in a few major cities, including its headquarters in San Francisco. The social media giant aims to add one in Detroit. That will make a lot of people in that town happy. MSNBC . . . Thu, 05 Apr 2012 13:31:03 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981243834 Lance Eustache 2012-04-05T13:31:03Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981238419 Global Payments data breach of 1.5 million Visa and MasterCard debit and credit card numbers is the example of another link in the financial system vulnerable to being compromised. It is not as a result . . . Mon, 02 Apr 2012 18:25:23 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981238419 Donny Wise 2012-04-02T18:25:23Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981227067 Best Buy store closings were announced Thursday when news came that the electronics company is reformatting their sales portfolio. 50 big-box locations throughout the United States will be shut down in . . . Fri, 30 Mar 2012 14:36:06 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981227067 Skye Yeardley 2012-03-30T14:36:06Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981211774 As George Osborne read out Britain's 2012 budget to the House of Commons, both members of opposition parties and British working families spoke of their outrage at the decisions he had made. Although . . . Fri, 23 Mar 2012 13:11:03 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981211774 Laura Mckeever 2012-03-23T13:11:03Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981208929 When Volkswagen decided to pick Chattanooga, Tennessee for the location of their assembly plant for the revamped Passat everyone was excited about the jobs that would bring to the area. And bringing jobs . . . Thu, 22 Mar 2012 07:55:25 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981208929 Abby Greenhill 2012-03-22T07:55:25Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981207845 The reason a rearview camera should be required as equipment in all vehicles is because every type of vehicle has a blind spot of five to fifty feet that exists behind the rear bumper. "Lost in that space . . . Wed, 21 Mar 2012 20:10:42 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981207845 Jackie Barlow 2012-03-21T20:10:42Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981207610 A recommended nationwide ban on auto gadgets is being sponsored by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). They are holding hearings on voluntary guidelines to be presented to car makers in order . . . Wed, 21 Mar 2012 16:21:06 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981207610 Jackie Barlow 2012-03-21T16:21:06Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981185401 Kiss frontman and Family Jewels star Gene Simmons is undertaking yet another title: restaurateur. In April, Simmons plans to open his first Rock & Brews comfort foot restaurant in El Segundo, California, . . . Tue, 13 Mar 2012 16:05:44 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981185401 Angela Tague 2012-03-13T16:05:44Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981182411 No one likes high gas prices, which makes gas news this March even more difficult to bear than ordinary bad news. In just a few days, gasoline shot up an additional five cents. It may not sound like much, . . . Mon, 12 Mar 2012 13:55:55 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981182411 Tyler Lacoma 2012-03-12T13:55:55Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981176198 Good news across the board on March 9th has investors smiling. A stronger job market and some positive signs from Europe with love are creating a more bullish tone at last. The S&P 500 in particular . . . Fri, 09 Mar 2012 14:20:35 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981176198 Tyler Lacoma 2012-03-09T14:20:35Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981172112 After calling a young law student Sandra Fluke "sl*t" and "prostitute" for her appearance before a congressional panel to speak in support of healthcare coverage of birth control, Limbaugh had so far . . . Wed, 07 Mar 2012 11:50:38 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981172112 A Mohit 2012-03-07T11:50:38Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981165710 The line at one particular Beverly Hills ATM will be especially long this Friday, March 9. The machine at gourmet bakery Sprinkles will be dispensing not cash, but cupcakes . That's right—a cupcake . . . Mon, 05 Mar 2012 08:30:30 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981165710 Leslie Pearce 2012-03-05T08:30:30Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981158300 Because a business idea is legal or potentially profitable, does that make it acceptable? Jeffrey Dahmer made headline news in the early 90's when he confessed to murdering and dismembering over a dozen . . . Fri, 02 Mar 2012 14:05:39 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981158300 Dee Dee Smith 2012-03-02T14:05:39Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981155611 Wall Street's one percent can feel your middle class pain. Millions of Americans struggled and continue to struggle in this improving, but still tough economic climate. People have lost their jobs, money . . . Thu, 01 Mar 2012 19:05:41 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981155611 Marcus Paden 2012-03-01T19:05:41Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981155018 Volkswagen is expanding and this time they are doing it outside of the Chattanooga, Tennessee area. VW's Chattanooga plant has been in production and rolling cars off the assembly line so fast they have . . . Thu, 01 Mar 2012 12:15:57 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981155018 Abby Greenhill 2012-03-01T12:15:57Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981151991 Chairman Bernanke, surveying a land of persistent unemployment and people camping out on Wall Street while shooting him meaningful (though distant) glances, has quickly highlighted the latest report covering . . . Wed, 29 Feb 2012 15:50:41 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981151991 Tyler Lacoma 2012-02-29T15:50:41Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981151938 Foreclosed homes still wait, empty or unbought, across the United States. Many are owned, at least in part, but mortgage companies like Fannie Mae. Working with government backers, the businesses have . . . Wed, 29 Feb 2012 15:10:37 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981151938 Tyler Lacoma 2012-02-29T15:10:37Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981140763 With the Senate and House stalling on giving financial aid, the Postal Service plans cuts in May to over 260 mail processing centers out of the currently existing 500 centers. Only 41 of the facilities . . . Fri, 24 Feb 2012 08:35:33 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981140763 Jackie Barlow 2012-02-24T08:35:33Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981140031 Because gas prices aren't a thing an American President can "do something" about. Two things account for about 99 percent of the price of gas: the price of crude, about 55%, and the cost of transport, . . . Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:50:41 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981140031 Chuck Larlham 2012-02-24T00:50:41Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981131832 Dollywood is set to unveil its latest addition to the park on March 24, 2012. The coaster's name is "Wild Eagle" and it is gaining the attention of coaster lovers. The theme park is a very popular tourist . . . Tue, 21 Feb 2012 06:20:31 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981131832 Abby Greenhill 2012-02-21T06:20:31Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981128711 Gas prices are up 25 cents from January, and in all probability will top the record ($4.11 in July 2008) by the end of April. That's when refineries begin producing a different, more expensive formula . . . Mon, 20 Feb 2012 10:00:35 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981128711 Gig Veres 2012-02-20T10:00:35Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981128527 Girl Scout Cookies are here. It's that time of the year when Thin Mints hit the street! Who can pass up a box of delicious cookies, especially when the Diva of Cookies is selling them? And just who is . . . Mon, 20 Feb 2012 08:35:38 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981128527 Abby Greenhill 2012-02-20T08:35:38Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981121096 Instead of skiing or snowshoeing, some Michigan residents have spent the winter enjoying more spring-like activities such as walking or playing at the park. The unusually warm weather has left many winter . . . Fri, 17 Feb 2012 14:11:17 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981121096 Dee Dee Smith 2012-02-17T14:11:17Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981119821 A Georgia pizza joint claims to be a 'family' restaurant. However, it is a family restaurant that doesn't want any crying or unruly children inside. Grant Central Pizza in Atlanta is asking parents to . . . Fri, 17 Feb 2012 07:15:22 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981119821 Abby Greenhill 2012-02-17T07:15:22Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981117931 'Deadly Departed Tours' is pretty much what the name implies. It is a tour bus outfit that takes visitors to the death sites where Hollywood celebs died. Yes, they are making money off of death. So far . . . Thu, 16 Feb 2012 11:45:52 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981117931 Abby Greenhill 2012-02-16T11:45:52Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981100157 What is the first thing to come to mind when you think of Kodak? Likely its cameras but now the 100+ year old camera company will no longer be manufacturing cameras. This sad fact that there will never . . . Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:30:33 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981100157 Natasha Puryear 2012-02-09T20:30:33Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981099214 The mountain of mortgage foreclosures these past years led to some sad and surprising findings, especially in the eastern United Sates. If you've heard about "robo-signing" or other practices that sound . . . Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:10:48 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981099214 Tyler Lacoma 2012-02-09T12:10:48Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981096738 Major phone carriers like Verizon and Sprint have clamored for the iPhone for years. Suddenly, surprising data surfaced in 2012 showing the iPhone may not be the dream machine all phone hope for. The . . . Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:16:02 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981096738 Tyler Lacoma 2012-02-08T16:16:02Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981095315 AeroShot is new on the market and you can only buy it in Massachusetts, New York and France. It is manufactured in France for Breathable Foods, Inc. in Cambridge, MA. What is it you ask? It's a lipstick-size . . . Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:50:45 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981095315 Abby Greenhill 2012-02-08T10:50:45Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981092712 Ohio gas prices are up for the second week in a row. In fact, people throughout the U.S. are feeling the pain at the pump. Could $4 gasoline be coming to the state by summer? This week, Ohio gas . . . Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:46:58 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981092712 Rachel Dillin 2012-02-07T17:46:58Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981089765 While Iran is still being a pain, Africa is filling in the blanks for oil-desperate countries, at least as far as Asia is concerned. If Africa plays its cards well, it could borrow momentum from fading . . . Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:46:29 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981089765 Tyler Lacoma 2012-02-06T12:46:29Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981088387 The Super Bowl 2012 coin toss landed on heads. Because of this, Papa John's is giving away free pizza tomorrow. In addition to people loving their free food, the toss also marked the first time the AFC . . . Sun, 05 Feb 2012 19:01:03 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981088387 Rachel Dillin 2012-02-05T19:01:03Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981085853 Low stools, half-moon-shaped booths, flat-screen TVs, and wooden blinds contribute to McDonald's makeover. Despite this new sophisticated décor, this renovation will not affect the price of a hamburger, . . . Sat, 04 Feb 2012 02:40:26 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981085853 Roberto Davis 2012-02-04T02:40:26Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981084198 Facebook president asked graffiti artist David Choe to paint murals at their Palo Alto headquarters in 2005. For payment Choe had the choice of cash or stock in Facebook. The artist took the stock option . . . Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:30:33 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981084198 Chloe Larkin 2012-02-03T08:30:33Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981083395 People may be surprised to learn that Facebook's highest paid employee is not Mark Zuckerberg. However, with the company's IPO, the fact that Sheryl Sandberg makes the most money came to light. . . . Thu, 02 Feb 2012 23:55:21 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981083395 Rachel Dillin 2012-02-02T23:55:21Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981081896 Even in this continuing poor economy, there are businesses that continue the pledge that has been in place during their whole existence - no layoffs. They come up with innovative ways to perform that . . . Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:35:34 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981081896 Jackie Barlow 2012-02-02T09:35:34Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981079973 Could the US economy be looking up? A report from payroll provider Automatic Data Processing Inc. (ADP) seems to show as much. In January 2012, 170,000 new jobs were created in the private sector alone . . . Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:10:42 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981079973 CJ Archer 2012-02-01T16:10:42Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981079370 Facebook, the superpower of all social networks, will become a public company today, and reports say it chose Morgan Stanley to lead the initial public offering. Sources had originally estimated the business . . . Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:51:08 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981079370 Sarah Teczar 2012-02-01T10:51:08Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981079117 In the latest developments of what has been a trend of turmoil and upheaval with Demand Media, three co-founders and senior executives have resigned their positions after deciding to seek greener pastures. . . . Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:05:41 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981079117 Tara Kimball 2012-02-01T08:05:41Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981073471 Beef prices will be going up again this year. Prices always seems to be rising and the poor economy makes it hurt even more. But why in particular is the price of beef rising? The answer is because of . . . Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:40:58 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981073471 Abby Greenhill 2012-01-30T12:40:58Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981069760 The Taco Bell breakfast menu has been introduced, and the company hopes the new items will be available nationwide by 2014. This means customers may soon have the option to 'Think Outside the Bun' for . . . Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:15:25 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981069760 Anya Vinclauv 2012-01-28T15:15:25Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981068105 Yahoo hasn't been announcing high earnings and top market share like stockholders are looking for. In fact, at Tuesday's announcement, they learned that there will be even more cost-controls due to lower . . . Fri, 27 Jan 2012 23:00:32 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981068105 Krysha Thayer 2012-01-27T23:00:32Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981067838 Rumors in the gaming business world are that the next generation Xbox 360 may not allow users to play used or older versions of games. While this would be happy news for game developers, most consumers . . . Fri, 27 Jan 2012 21:10:39 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981067838 Katie Sharp-Dierks 2012-01-27T21:10:39Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981066909 Facebook is finally, after years and years of being a hot commodity, filing their initial public offering (IPO), with paperwork speculated to be in by Wednesday, February 1, at least according to the . . . Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:30:32 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981066909 Bri Taylor 2012-01-27T14:30:32Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981066536 Kroger, a well-known grocery store chain, has added something new for all you pet owners out there. You can now get your pet's prescriptions filled there. This service is now available at all 2,400 locations . . . Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:35:31 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981066536 Abby Greenhill 2012-01-27T11:35:31Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981065712 For the first time in a long time, Victoria's Secret has created a sexy new line of lingerie in-house. What's so special? The top ladies underwear seller in the world has turned their own designers loose, . . . Fri, 27 Jan 2012 06:11:42 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981065712 Tom Rose 2012-01-27T06:11:42Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981062941 Do you know where your iPad is made? Do you care? iPhones, iPods, and other Apple products are mostly built in Chinese factories, and that saves the company considerable cash. One of the reasons for . . . Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:50:41 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981062941 Maria Morgan 2012-01-26T15:50:41Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981062546 Alaska Airlines prayer cards will no longer be on their meal trays due to customer complaints. The airline has been doing this for over 30 years without incident. However, times are changing, and those . . . Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:51:14 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981062546 Abby Greenhill 2012-01-26T12:51:14Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981062068 Legal online gambling has been crushed by lawmakers because of its social stigma and opportunity for illegal activity. But with the success of Facebook apps like Zynga and Farmville, those barriers may . . . Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:15:24 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981062068 Tom Rose 2012-01-26T09:15:24Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981059654 Rather than having 590 sales in one year as it did in 2011, as of February 1st, J.C. Penney is going to mark down all its merchandise by at least 40% and call it "Every Day" low pricing so that customers . . . Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:45:25 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981059654 Jackie Barlow 2012-01-25T18:45:25Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981059104 Iran obstinacy caused further rises in crude oil on Jan 25th. Benchmark crude oil rose 29 cents per barrel, while Brent crude in London rose 46 cents. These are barely a hiccup considering the real Iran . . . Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:25:54 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981059104 Tyler Lacoma 2012-01-25T15:25:54Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981058980 A cash mob descended on a locally owned hardware store, which has been in business since 1857, in Ohio in an effort to keep it afloat. Over the weekend, hundreds of local residents occupied Chagrin Hardware . . . Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:50:39 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981058980 Rachel Dillin 2012-01-25T14:50:39Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981058920 Although the Kardashians partnered with Sears to launch their clothing line last year, the partnership doesn't seem to have helped the company. In fact, it could have ended up hurting Sears in more ways . . . Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:25:22 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981058920 Mary Jane 2012-01-25T14:25:22Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981056347 An amazing fact is that this new groundbreaking all-electric Model S sedan by Tesla Motors not only starts at almost $50,000 (and that is after taking advantage of a large tax break) and can double in . . . Tue, 24 Jan 2012 19:45:26 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981056347 Jackie Barlow 2012-01-24T19:45:26Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981056064 A bad start to the year has turned into a disastrous week for Greece. Greek debt talks took another hit on January 24th as European negotiations hit a permanent roadblock. Greece aimed for a last-play . . . Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:55:21 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981056064 Tyler Lacoma 2012-01-24T16:55:21Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981055773 McDonald's launched a new Twitter campaign using the hashtag #McDStories. Unfortunately for the fast food giant, the idea turned out to be an epic fail. The beginning of the campaign used the hashtag . . . Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:15:24 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981055773 Rachel Dillin 2012-01-24T15:15:24Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981053908 Starbucks has announced plans to begin selling beer and wine at select locations by the end of the year. Will coffee guzzlers be interested in ordering a venti Chardonnay? The java giant is betting on . . . Tue, 24 Jan 2012 01:00:33 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981053908 Sher Warkentin 2012-01-24T01:00:33Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981047543 USPS stamp prices went up a penny to 45 cents (post cards went up three cents to 32 cents). This was the first rate increase in two-and-a-half years. Even so, it likely will not save the United States . . . Sun, 22 Jan 2012 17:00:32 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981047543 Rachel Dillin 2012-01-22T17:00:32Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981040875 Ryans Buffet is a good place to get a quick meal. Their selections are not as diverse as other buffet restaurants such as Golden Corral, but for the cost of a meal you could leave Ryans with a full tummy. . . . Fri, 20 Jan 2012 14:50:40 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981040875 Abby Greenhill 2012-01-20T14:50:40Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981039422 Google revenue expectations fell short by nearly $300 million in 4Q 2011, leading to disappointment in the investment sector. Does this signal the demise of the top search engine in the world? Actually, . . . Fri, 20 Jan 2012 02:30:30 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981039422 Tom Rose 2012-01-20T02:30:30Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981031698 Add another one to the long list of companies that have suffered layoffs in the last few years. An announcement today about the 2012 plans for the Kraft restructure included eliminating 1,600 positions . . . Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:25:22 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981031698 Tara Kimball 2012-01-17T16:25:22Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981031628 "Have it your way" takes on a whole new meaning with Burger King and its new home delivery option. Can you imagine getting burgers delivered just like pizza? The chain is obviously desperately trying . . . Tue, 17 Jan 2012 15:40:56 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981031628 Rachel Dillin 2012-01-17T15:40:56Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981030593 Initially to occur in 25 Target stores later this year, the sale of Apple's iPhones, iPads, and other products are hoped to attract male customers. Target is known as a "women-friendly store", and this . . . Tue, 17 Jan 2012 09:20:32 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981030593 Jackie Barlow 2012-01-17T09:20:32Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981029180 Today's retail sales projections for 2012 released by the National Retail Federation (NRF) show that retail sales will grow 3.4 percent to $2.53 trillion—certainly not a huge leap, but nonetheless . . . Mon, 16 Jan 2012 20:10:43 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981029180 Jennifer Bosavage 2012-01-16T20:10:43Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981028576 Buy any shoes online lately? Online popular shoe retailer, Zappos, which is owned by Amazon.com, has announced that it is one of the latest victims to be hacked. Over 24 million customers' information . . . Mon, 16 Jan 2012 15:16:27 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981028576 Felicia Floyd 2012-01-16T15:16:27Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981025706 The world's second leading economy is slowing down. China is expected to announce its slowest quarter in the last 10, as the national GPD increased by only 8.7 percent, which is the slowest quarter since . . . Sun, 15 Jan 2012 13:25:21 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981025706 Greyson Ferguson 2012-01-15T13:25:21Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981020499 Target hopes to pull ahead of its rivals by offering unusual specialty shop products at all 1,800 stores as well as online. With a total of 400 new products over time, the special mini boutiques will . . . Fri, 13 Jan 2012 10:05:40 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981020499 Jackie Barlow 2012-01-13T10:05:40Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981018310 Americans went on a pre-Christmas spending spree over the Black Friday weekend, and now have the credit card debt to prove it. Consumer borrowing topped $29.4 billion in November, giving retailers something . . . Thu, 12 Jan 2012 15:10:45 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981018310 Gig Veres 2012-01-12T15:10:45Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981018227 "Project Slim Down" is a new diet offered as a buddy system, for you and your dog. Who wouldn't want a friend to diet along side of them? While most friends would do this of their own free will, your . . . Thu, 12 Jan 2012 14:45:27 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981018227 Chloe Larkin 2012-01-12T14:45:27Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981010706 Twinkies maker Hostess, Inc. is in trouble, and the snack cake maker has filed for bankruptcy. This delicious treat is iconic and recognizable throughout the nation, but even so, that has not stopped . . . Tue, 10 Jan 2012 21:35:34 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981010706 Rachel Dillin 2012-01-10T21:35:34Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981009193 The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that Target Corporation has announced a nationwide voluntary recall of 55,000 six-piece LED Flashlight Sets because of four reports of incidents including . . . Tue, 10 Jan 2012 12:25:20 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981009193 Jackie Barlow 2012-01-10T12:25:20Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981008416 What has the 'Sham Wow Guy' Vince been up to lately? When he's not being arrested for beating up prostitutes, that is. Turns out Vince is hawking a new product called The Schticky . And he even weaves . . . Tue, 10 Jan 2012 05:05:41 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981008416 Tom Rose 2012-01-10T05:05:41Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981007347 It may be surprising, but the Car of the Year at the Detroit Auto Show is the Hyundai Elantra. This car edged out the Ford Focus, the Volkswagon Passat, as well as all the other cars available. . . . Mon, 09 Jan 2012 21:20:39 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981007347 Rachel Dillin 2012-01-09T21:20:39Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981004504 The Consumer Electronics Show used to be the place where the movers and shakers in the technology industry debuted their latest innovative creations due to hit the market within the year. The annual . . . Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:25:21 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981004504 Randi Weitzman 2012-01-09T05:25:21Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981001280 Girl Scout Cookies are on sale, and to mark the group's 100th year, they have debuted a brand new flavor called Savannah Smiles. The name honors the city where the group's founder Juliette Gordon Low . . . Sun, 08 Jan 2012 01:30:36 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981001280 Rachel Dillin 2012-01-08T01:30:36Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980998559 On Monday, Chick-Fil-A, the restaurant that claims to have invented the chicken sandwich, plans to introduce grilled nuggets to its kids menu. Along with the new grilled chicken nuggets, applesauce will . . . Sat, 07 Jan 2012 02:30:30 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980998559 Rachel Dillin 2012-01-07T02:30:30Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980997815 A naked man showed up in the background of a La Redoute kid's clothing ad. It is hard to believe that this unusual background nudity was able to make it through to the French brand's website, but it was . . . Fri, 06 Jan 2012 22:01:36 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980997815 Rachel Dillin 2012-01-06T22:01:36Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980997427 This week Eastman Kodak Co. announced plans to file bankruptcy if the company doesn't find a buyer for its 1,100 digital-imaging patents. This business decision could mark the end of an era for photographers . . . Fri, 06 Jan 2012 19:45:26 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980997427 Angela Tague 2012-01-06T19:45:26Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980995819 The U.S. unemployment rate hit a three-year low in December 2011 due to an increase of 200,000 new jobs added during the final month of the year. The Department of Labor (DOL) reported that the national . . . Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:55:21 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980995819 Randi Weitzman 2012-01-06T10:55:21Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980980828 Steve Jobs, who passed away on October 11, 2011, will still be with Apple fans in the form of a $99.99 doll. It's half the cost of an iPod, and 1/6th scale, sized at twelve inches tall. Obviously it's . . . Tue, 03 Jan 2012 12:31:06 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980980828 Brandy Davis 2012-01-03T12:31:06Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980966911 Can you hear me now? Verizon Wireless customers have spoken. After a backlash to the company's recent announcement to start charging a $2 convenience fee for paying bills online with a debit or credit . . . Fri, 30 Dec 2011 20:55:21 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980966911 Angela Tague 2011-12-30T20:55:21Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980966763 An auction of the Titanic collection will be held on April 15, 2012 as part of the 100th anniversary of the luxury ocean liner's North Atlantic sinking on its maiden voyage from England, resulting in . . . Fri, 30 Dec 2011 20:05:38 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980966763 Jackie Barlow 2011-12-30T20:05:38Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980966450 News of Sears closings came earlier this week after having a bad holiday shopping season. 120 stores in all will be impacted with the Sears store closures. In the middle of a bad economy, this isn't good . . . Fri, 30 Dec 2011 17:45:23 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980966450 Skye Yeardley 2011-12-30T17:45:23Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980962597 Wendy's Japan is back! Wendy's, the third largest U.S. fast food chain, based in Dublin, Ohio, has invested about $200 million on its return to Japan. Along with familiar Wendy's items, they are featuring . . . Thu, 29 Dec 2011 18:55:21 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980962597 Diane Zoller-Ciatto 2011-12-29T18:55:21Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980960596 A 14-year run at the top for any product is history. Lipitor, a drug in a class called statins which lower bad cholesterol, or LDL, may end its historic run as the world's top-selling drug as generic . . . Thu, 29 Dec 2011 07:50:42 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980960596 Randi Weitzman 2011-12-29T07:50:42Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980959637 The Ashley push-up triangle bikini is the worst disaster of 2011. The hot mess of a swimsuit came from Abercrombie and Fitch, and this was not the only issue that provocative clothing company had this . . . Wed, 28 Dec 2011 23:45:27 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980959637 Rachel Dillin 2011-12-28T23:45:27Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980957686 Drunk online shopping is one of the new phenomenons that came along with the technology age and it's so prevalent that many online vendors post sales later in the evening as they are counting on their . . . Wed, 28 Dec 2011 13:10:40 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980957686 Chloe Larkin 2011-12-28T13:10:40Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980957084 A law passed by Congress four years ago gave a phase-out date of January 1, 2012 for the ban on selling the 100-watt incandescent lightbulb and requiring energy-efficient longer-lasting alternatives. . . . Wed, 28 Dec 2011 09:40:25 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980957084 Jackie Barlow 2011-12-28T09:40:25Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980948753 A UPS driver had his own unruly delivery. The guy tossed a package over a gate, and then flipped the security camera the bird. 'Tis the season for disgruntled delivery people, but this latest rash of . . . Sat, 24 Dec 2011 00:25:35 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980948753 Rachel Dillin 2011-12-24T00:25:35Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980947812 Air Jordans are a hot commodity this holiday season, and the stores that just got their first shipments saw crowds outside their stores get a bit unruly. The Nike retro Air Jordan basketball shoe made . . . Fri, 23 Dec 2011 17:00:31 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980947812 Chloe Larkin 2011-12-23T17:00:31Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980947602 Best Buy can't make all their promised deliveries in time for Christmas, even though some of the customers ordered items as far back as Thanksgiving. Some of Best Buy's customers are just learning in . . . Fri, 23 Dec 2011 14:55:21 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980947602 Chloe Larkin 2011-12-23T14:55:21Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980946747 One "It's a Wonderful Life" character is alive and well, living in Connecticut. Webster Bank's CEO Jim Smith is actually helping people buy and build their homes, just as Jimmy Stewart, aka George Bailey, . . . Fri, 23 Dec 2011 09:45:20 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980946747 Gig Veres 2011-12-23T09:45:20Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980940926 Shopping for the best deals at Best Buy online this past Black Friday are leaving some customers "empty-stockinged" for the holidays. Although delays are not unusual when deep discounts spike sales, customers . . . Wed, 21 Dec 2011 16:51:40 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980940926 Randi Weitzman 2011-12-21T16:51:40Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980939583 Mommy blogs are sprouting up all over and they are helping toy manufacturers rake in big bucks this Christmas shopping season. People read blogs to get information. If its Christmas time and toy buying . . . Wed, 21 Dec 2011 09:01:01 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980939583 Abby Greenhill 2011-12-21T09:01:01Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980934205 Hiring a guy in a Santa suit to entertain the kiddos at Christmas is so last decade. Reindeer farms have decided to get in on the spirit of the season and loan out their four-legged holiday icons. Yes, . . . Tue, 20 Dec 2011 01:10:38 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980934205 Angela Tague 2011-12-20T01:10:38Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980930614 Saudi billionaire Prince Alwaleed bin Talal, reportedly the 26th richest person in the world according to Forbes magazine, has bought a $300 million stake in Twitter. Alwaleed, and his company Kingdom . . . Mon, 19 Dec 2011 08:30:28 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980930614 Randi Weitzman 2011-12-19T08:30:28Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980928215 Children may be disappointed when they do not find one of this year's most sought after items left under their trees on Christmas or next to their Hanukah menorahs, Magna-Tiles. Chicago-based, Valtech . . . Sun, 18 Dec 2011 20:45:25 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980928215 Randi Weitzman 2011-12-18T20:45:25Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980926073 "Within five years, only four major daily newspapers will continue in print form", according to the University of Southern California's Tannenberg Center for the Digital Future. Those four will be "The . . . Sun, 18 Dec 2011 10:50:41 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980926073 Jackie Barlow 2011-12-18T10:50:41Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980921775 The popular toy giant Lego is launching a new product. The line called Lego Friends is trying to offer an option for girls. The new line is featuring lots of pink and little Lego women that have pretty . . . Sat, 17 Dec 2011 08:05:42 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980921775 Christine Wans 2011-12-17T08:05:42Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980919820 On Friday, the Security and Exchange Commission brought charges against six top executives at the helm of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac for misleading investors about details of risky investments held by . . . Fri, 16 Dec 2011 17:00:31 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980919820 Randi Weitzman 2011-12-16T17:00:31Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980919169 A Target store nurse-in is reportedly in the works after a breastfeeding mother was harassed in her local Houston store. The woman who's name is Michelle Hickman, sat down to feed her hungry infant son . . . Fri, 16 Dec 2011 13:25:22 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980919169 Christine Wans 2011-12-16T13:25:22Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980919002 Holiday spending is in full swing, and user of social media are more likely to spend money, recommend gift ideas to friends, and have more influence than those who aren't, according to a new study by . . . Fri, 16 Dec 2011 12:30:31 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980919002 Rhetta Akamatsu 2011-12-16T12:30:31Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980918220 Today's the day to take advantage of the free online shipping offered by over 2,300 merchants. Friday December 16th is "Free Shipping Day 2011" and most big retailers are participating in this day-long . . . Fri, 16 Dec 2011 08:35:33 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980918220 Chloe Larkin 2011-12-16T08:35:33Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980918131 Victoria's Secret's sexy lingerie offerings for women start from the basics, such as cotton that's picked from many fields, including one in the West African nation of Burkina Faso. A recent Bloomberg . . . Fri, 16 Dec 2011 08:00:32 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980918131 Chloe Larkin 2011-12-16T08:00:32Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980917880 Once again, and with swifter actions and more peaceful deal-making, both parties of Congress reached a tentative deal last night to avoid the latest threat of a U.S. government shutdown . Whether the . . . Fri, 16 Dec 2011 06:20:31 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980917880 Randi Weitzman 2011-12-16T06:20:31Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980912830 A concept already in used in London and California, which uses smart phone apps to match car owners with those in need of a vehicle bypassing car rental companies, is car-sharing. This trend is picking . . . Thu, 15 Dec 2011 10:00:32 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980912830 Randi Weitzman 2011-12-15T10:00:32Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980900298 In the worst housing slump in years, finally the National Association of Home Builders points to one reason everyone can understand. Flawed housing appraisals, or the practice of using foreclosed homes . . . Tue, 13 Dec 2011 10:20:33 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980900298 Gig Veres 2011-12-13T10:20:33Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980894741 Green Monday deals have inspired frantic online shopping much like Cyber Monday deals inspired late last month. The reason for so much shopping is because people are finally getting incredibly serious . . . Mon, 12 Dec 2011 13:51:08 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980894741 Rachel Dillin 2011-12-12T13:51:08Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980894366 Fedex is busy delivering packages at this time of the year. Those drivers are putting on mile after mile to get packages to their destinations. According to the company, they are expecting today, Monday, . . . Mon, 12 Dec 2011 11:46:54 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980894366 Abby Greenhill 2011-12-12T11:46:54Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980893524 Christmas trees are selling like hot cakes, live tree that is. The trees that smell good and bring back that old time Christmas feeling. One tree farmer had it all figured out. His experience showed that . . . Mon, 12 Dec 2011 07:40:22 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980893524 Abby Greenhill 2011-12-12T07:40:22Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980886349 The Florida Family Association has recently started a campaign for businesses to remove ads from TLC's reality show 'All-American Muslim,' saying that the show is propaganda designed to distract people . . . Sat, 10 Dec 2011 15:25:22 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980886349 Daniel Koeker 2011-12-10T15:25:22Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980880626 With the anticipated cuts in U.S. Postal Service coming in just months, it is important to know that the delivery of often life-saving prescriptions will not be delayed. Currently approximately 42% . . . Fri, 09 Dec 2011 09:50:41 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980880626 Jackie Barlow 2011-12-09T09:50:41Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980872714 Companies like the models that wear their clothes to look a certain way, but H&M is taking it a bit too far. Quick, think about what a model for a popular fashion brand looks like: Hair color . . . Wed, 07 Dec 2011 22:25:22 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980872714 Corrina Jean 2011-12-07T22:25:22Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980867416 The Dodge Dart is coming back, and this time it's not your grandma's car. This new offering from the U.S. car maker will replace the Caliber starting next year. Are you excited? The 2013 Dodge Dart . . . Tue, 06 Dec 2011 23:50:42 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980867416 Rachel Dillin 2011-12-06T23:50:42Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980866855 In a bid to get people to use its new Price Check application, Amazon is offering shoppers some fairly sweet deals this Saturday. By taking advantage of the promotion, shoppers can save up to $15 over . . . Tue, 06 Dec 2011 21:11:12 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980866855 Shawn Drew 2011-12-06T21:11:12Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980859314 Being the biggest social network, with roughly 800 million active users, has its perks. One of them is the ability of being apart of a small business e-commerce strategy with a little help from service . . . Mon, 05 Dec 2011 10:40:23 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980859314 Stephanie Medeiros 2011-12-05T10:40:23Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980855532 Gas prices are rising again in the Portland Metropolitan area, leaving many people unhappy for the holidays. A decade ago this time of year, the average gas price for a gallon of unleaded gas in Vancouver, . . . Sun, 04 Dec 2011 11:45:21 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980855532 Nicole Ramage 2011-12-04T11:45:21Z http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980849425 General Motors will buy back the Chevy Volt from customers who have the car and are worried about the recent fire issues. Earlier this week GM offered to loan their customers vehicles until the safety . . . Sat, 03 Dec 2011 00:20:37 GMT http://business.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474980849425 Rachel Dillin 2011-12-03T00:20:37Z