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Mariner may be facing BP-style crisis

Thursday, September 2, 2010 14:01

Mariner Energy, Inc. shares dropped more than 4 percent Thursday following news that one of its production platforms exploded in the Gulf of Mexico.

Ferrari recalls 1,248 supercars after fires

Ferrari recalls 1,248 supercars after fires

Thursday, September 2, 2010 13:06

Ferrari says it is recalling 1,248 of its “458 Italia” supercars after reports of fires breaking out in five of the luxury vehicles in several countries.

Bernanke: Shut banks if threat to system

Bernanke: Shut banks if threat to system

Thursday, September 2, 2010 13:02

Fed chief Bernanke told a panel investigating the financial crisis Thursday that regulators must be ready to shut large institutions if they threaten to bring down the financial system.

Oh snap! Carrot campaign mimics junk food

Thursday, September 2, 2010 11:41

Baby carrot farmers are launching a campaign that pitches the little, orange, crunchy snacks as daring, fun and naughty — just like junk food.

3Par accepts $2 billion offer from HP

Thursday, September 2, 2010 11:38

Dell walked away from a bidding contest with rival Hewlett-Packard for data-storage maker 3Par. Dell said it won't match HP's offer to pay $33 per share for 3Par.

Economic data show recovery still kicking, a bit

Thursday, September 2, 2010 11:24

It was a glass-half-full day for economic data on Thursday ...

ConsumerMan: Beware of acai berry offers

ConsumerMan: Beware of acai berry offers

Thursday, September 2, 2010 10:55

The exotic acai berry has been the superstar in the world of diet supplements. But the federal government is cracking down on false advertising claims and unlawful payment practices

Pending home sales rise 5.2% in July

Thursday, September 2, 2010 9:30

The number of buyers who signed contracts to purchase previously occupied homes increased in July but remained well below last year's levels, a sign that demand for housing remains weak.

Low interest rates squeeze pension funds

Thursday, September 2, 2010 9:29

The plunge in interest rates has put the nation’s public and private pension funds badly underfunded, leaving pension fund managers with a giant hole to fill.

GM roadshow to begin after elections: sources

GM roadshow to begin after elections: sources

Thursday, September 2, 2010 7:06

Automaker General Motors Co plans to begin courting investors for its initial public offering immediately after the November 2 U.S.