Hey Yogurt-Maker, Where'd You Get Those Microbes?
Making yogurt requires bacteria — but which strains of bacteria? There are dozens to choose from, and that choice affects yogurt's tartness and texture.
Economy
No. 1 With A Bullet Point: To Get Research Cited, Make Sure It's Listed First
Sometimes our eyes are just drawn to the top of a list. Using a regular e-mail of headlines sent out to economists, a study found the ones listed higher get read more — and cited more in future work.
In Greensboro, Zack Matheny Sees A 'Sense Of Coolness'
Former Greensboro City Councilman Zack Matheny is settling into his new role as president and CEO of Downtown Greensboro Inc.
As Big 3 Automakers Begin Union Talks, Both Sides Say Profit Is Job 1
GM and the UAW kicked off contract talks Monday; Chrysler and Ford will do the same this month. Negotiations are never easy, but since industry bailouts in 2009, there's a stronger push to cooperate.
Shrinking Paychecks: Hillary Clinton Takes On 2016's Toughest Economic Question
The defining economic question for candidates this cycle could be how (or even whether) to deal with unstoppable forces like ride-hailing company Uber and global trade.
Hundreds Of Novant Health Employees To Lose Their Jobs
The Triad's largest employer is eliminating 400 jobs.
Wisconsin's Rebound: Less Impressive Than It Seems?
When Scott Walker was first elected governor, Wisconsin's unemployment rate was over 8 percent. It's fallen to 4.4 percent. But there's debate over whether Walker deserve credit for the rebound.
Tired Of Greek Reruns? Understandable, But A New Season Is Beginning
Greece, buried under debt, is begging for its third bailout. Europeans are willing to help, but only if Greece can prove that this time will be different. Investors are betting this time, it will be.
A Crime Of Passion: When The Love Of Yogurt Burned Too Bright
Edgar Diaz poured his heart into building a yogurt company whose product won accolades. So why did he burn down his factory? The answer is a kind of love story: an ill-fated love affair with yogurt.
Needs Of Retirees Take A Smaller Center Stage At White House Forum
In the past, the White House's once-a-decade summit on aging was a multi-day event attended by thousands, but this time there was no funding. So it's a one-day event for a couple of hundred guests.