Business

Fiat Chrysler To Outline 5-Year Strategic Plan

10:34am May 06, 2014

by Tracy Samilton

The automaker reached most of the last targets which were set shortly after Fiat took over Chrysler in 2009. Fiat Chrysler's CEO will again answer questions about the company's long-term viability.

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Amazon Makes Online Shopping Even Easier

10:34am May 06, 2014

The online retailer is introducing a service that lets Twitter users add Amazon.com products to their carts without leaving the social media site.

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Office Depot To Close 400 Stores

10:34am May 06, 2014

The company announced on Tuesday that it is shutting more than a third of its domestic locations. The company posted a loss for the first quarter and hopes to turn a profit by next year.

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Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Johnson, D-S.D., (left) and ranking member Sen. Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, are proposing a major overhaul of the U.S. mortgage market.

Overhaul Bill Criticized For Ending Affordable Housing Goals

10:27am May 06, 2014

by Chris Arnold

The Obama administration is trying to gain more support for a bipartisan bill to dramatically reshape the housing finance industry. Others say the bill would weaken affordable housing regulations.

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How The Supreme Court Could Reshape The Tech Patent Landscape

1:41pm May 05, 2014

by Laura Sydell

A fight over patents is unfolding between Apple and Samsung in a California courtroom. But a case before the Supreme Court could change the concept of intellectual property in information technology.

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Buffett Defends Coke Position At Berkshire Hathaway Meeting

9:29am May 05, 2014

by Jim Zarroli

Warren Buffett is under fire for not opposing Coca-Cola's executive compensation plan more aggressively. Buffett spoke about his decision at a shareholder meeting for his company Berkshire Hathaway.

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Politics & Government

Senate May Bypass White House And Approve Keystone XL Pipeline

7:40am May 05, 2014

by Jeff Brady

The Senate is expected to vote soon on the controversial pipeline. Supporters introduced the bill after the White House put its approval process on hold indefinitely because of a legal dispute.

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Chevron's El Segundo Refinery is just one of many in the Los Angeles area that must stock up on workers during fast turnaround projects.

Playing Matchmaker To Empty Jobs And Those Seeking Them

9:50pm May 04, 2014

by NPR Staff

Hundreds of thousands are out of work, yet employers say they struggle to fill positions. Oil refineries in L.A. often have temporary work, but even entry-level jobs require specialized training.

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Donald Sterling, Philanthropist: What To Do With His Donations?

6:27pm May 03, 2014

UCLA cancelled a $3 million donation from LA Clippers owner Donald Sterling, because of racist comments Sterling made in a recording. The donation was to go towards kidney research.

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National

For Apple, A Limited Victory Against Samsung In Infringement Case

11:17am May 03, 2014

by Laura Sydell

In a case between tech giants Apple and Samsung, a jury has issued a mixed verdict. The decision marks only the latest in an ongoing struggle over patents between the two companies.

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