No Fracking In New York? That's OK With Pennsylvania
Environmental groups cheered New York's decision to ban the practice, and some in the industry say when it comes to good-paying jobs, New York's loss is Pennsylvania's gain.
Economy
Putin: Sanctions, Falling Oil Prices Causing Ruble's Tumble
In a year-end news conference, the Russian president said the worst-case scenario for his country's economy would involve two more years of unease.
Local Efforts Help Battle Global Climate Problem
In his column this week in the Triad Business Journal, Justin Catanoso offers some surprising insights about how cities can make a global impact when it comes to climate change. Catanoso recently returned from Lima, Peru, to cover the United Nations World Climate Summit.
Opportunity, Caution Seen For U.S. Banks As Cuba Rules Ease
President Obama eased restrictions on Cuba this week, including a relaxation of rules barring U.S. banks from doing business there. But banks are awaiting details and are likely to proceed cautiously.
Mischief Under The Mistletoe: Office Partygoers Behaving Badly
Partying with co-workers can lead to awkwardness and worse. And, HR experts say, alcohol is often to blame. "If people used common sense, I wouldn't have a job," says employment attorney Jon Hyman.
Rapprochement With Cuba: What It Includes And Excludes
President Obama's move to restore diplomatic ties with Cuba does not lift the trade embargo. That jurisdiction belongs to Congress, but do the upcoming changes all but undermine the embargo?
New Study Breaks Down Economic Impact Of Medicaid Expansion
A report issued Thursday examines the numbers down to the county level in North Carolina. It shows how many people are uninsured and the jobs that would be created if the state accepts federal money to cover more of the state's low-income residents.
Obama Expected To Impose New Sanctions On Russia
Aides say Obama will sign a bill authorizing new economic sanctions against Russia in retaliation for its ongoing interference in Ukraine. Russia's economy is reeling from earlier western sanctions.
Fed: Interest Rates Could Rise As Early As May 2015
After a two-day meeting, Federal Reserve policymakers say they will be "patient" before starting to raise interest rates from historically low levels.
German Government May Say 'Nein' To After Work Emails
In a country that strives to protect work-life balance, there are calls to ban employers from sending work email after business hours. Some big companies are already doing that.