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For some, massive U.S. storm was a major money-making opportunity
As historic storm Sandy pummeled the U.S. Northeast, knocking out power and crippling transportation in New York City and beyond, the enterprising American spirit was running high - mostly for good, though sometimes leading to accusations of gouging.
Small-business borrowing drops in September
Lending to small U.S. businesses plunged in September to the lowest level in 14 months, according to a report on Thursday, declining just as the U.S. central bank launched its latest round of monetary stimulus to encourage borrowing and spending.
Start-ups plan new ways to deal with future disasters
Floating robots to gather storm data, fuel cells for power outages, and tools to choose evacuation routes and help responders stay connected to the Internet are among the innovations that increasingly will help responders deal with future disasters, start-up companies say.
Special Report: Starbucks's European tax bill disappears down $100 million hole
Starbucks told investors its European businesses made a $40 million profit in 2011, but accounts filed for its UK, German, and French units, which make up 90 percent of European revenues, showed a loss of $60 million.
Consumer confidence at more than 4-year high in October
Consumer confidence rose in October to its highest in more than four years as Americans were more upbeat about improvements in the labor market, a private sector report showed on Thursday.
Burger King bounces back as McDonald's flags
Burger King Worldwide Inc turned in stronger-than-expected U.S. and Canadian restaurant sales for the latest quarter - when rival McDonald's Corp posted its worst quarterly restaurant sales growth in nine years.
Duggar Mom Makeover: Michelle's New Haircut a Hit or Miss? [VIDEO]
The star of TLC's TV series "19 Kids and Counting," Michelle Duggar got a makeover - the first in about 40 years according to her friend and stylist Cindy. It was her 46th birthday and her kids wanted to surprise her on camera. The revamp included chopping off eight inches of her curly mullets and straightening her hair.
Sofia Vergara Wardrobe Malfunction Inspires Ellen DeGeneres for Halloween [VIDEO]
Sofia Vergara is undeniably a beautiful woman, having even been voted that by People magazine, so it's understandable that others may want to look like her. Talk show host and comedian Ellen DeGeneres dressed up as Sofia Vergara for her Halloween special show.
McDonald's Wichita-Based Franchise Charged With Hiring Illegal Immigrant
The operator of six Wichita McDonald's restaurant franchises have been charged by prosecutors for knowingly hiring an undocumented illegal immigrant.
Tim Tebow Girlfriend Camilla Belle Used to Date a Jonas Brother [PHOTOS]
Tim Tebow has a girlfriend, ending ongoing speculation and rumors as to who he's dating. Tim Tebow has a girlfriend, ending ongoing speculation and rumors as to who he's dating.
LaGuardia Airport Will Remain Closed Wednesday (PHOTOS)
If you had any doubts as to why LaGuardia wouldn’t be operational Wednesday, here are two photos released by JetBlue which elucidates the level of damage Sandy caused to its landing area.
Duggar Mom Makeover: Michelle Chopped Mullets and Straightened Hair
The star of TLC’s TV series “19 Kids and Counting,” Michelle Duggar got a makeover – the first in about 40 years according to her friend and stylist Cindy. It was her 46th birthday and her kids wanted to surprise her on camera. The revamp included chopping off that curly mullet she’s been sporting since the family was first thrust into the spotlight on TLC and straightening her hair.
GOP Candidate Killed in Storm; Death Toll raises to 5 in W.Va.
The superstorm Sandy has claimed the life of five in West Virginia, including a legislative candidate struck by a falling tree limb, and left hundreds of thousands without power Wednesday. Sandy brought heavy snow, dumped on the mountains, snapping trees like toothpicks, pulling down power lines and collapsing homes.
Duggar Mom Makeover: Michelle Not Impressed With Straightened Hair
Michelle Duggar, star of TLC’s “19 Kids and Counting,” got a makeover – the first in about 40 years according her friend and stylist Cindy – for her 46th birthday. The revamp included chopping off that curly mullet she’s been sporting since the family was first thrust into the spotlight on TLC and straightening her hair.
Fake Statue of Liberty Photos from Hurricane Sandy: Tasteful or Scary
Fake storm photos from the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy have been making the rounds online and some photos look real, leading unsuspecting people to believe so and continue sharing them online.
Hurricane Sandy Cleanup Begins, Damage Estimated at $50 Bln
Damage caused by Hurricane Sandy in the U.S. East Coast is estimated to reach around $50 billion and has caused at least 59 deaths in the U.S. and 69 in the Caribbean.
Deadly Craigslist Scheme Leaves 3 Dead, Ohio Teen Convicted
A deadly Craigslist scheme in Ohio lured unsuspecting men to a farm in search for work where they were robbed and killed. A 17-year old teenager was found guilty Tuesday and faces life in prison for his role in the murders.
Wall Street scrambles to raise cash after Sandy
Wall Street firms and U.S. banks scrambled to raise cash on Wednesday, as U.S. financial markets resumed normal trading after a devastating storm pummeled the U.S. East Coast and closed major markets for two days.
Hurricane Grill & Wings Announce Houston Development
Hurricane Grill & Wings is excited to announce a new development agreement, adding five new restaurants to the Houston area. Currently, the island-inspired restaurant has over 48 locations in eight different states. Hurricane Grill & Wings has one other Texas location in San Antonio that has achieved enormous success since its opening in July.
New NASA Spaceship Orion Schedules 2014 Test Launch
New NASA spaceship, the Orion, will make its first unmanned launch test in September 2014, NASA announced on Tuesday.
Nadya Suleman 'Octomom' in Rehab for Xanax and Dad Concerned of Alcohol Abuse
Nadya Suleman, or "Octomom" as she's better known, has entered rehab for prescription drug addiction while her father also says she has an alcohol problem.
Octomom in Rehab for Xanax Addiction, Where Are The Children?
"Octomom" Suleman has entered rehab for prescription drug addiction, and her 14 children reportedly will remain with nannies for at least the next month.
Fake Storm Photos: Statue of Liberty Photo a Hoax
A photo of the Statue of LIberty with an omnious looking cloud looming over it was believed to be taken during the Hurricane Sandy, went viral online on Facebook, but now its been reported that its fake.
Star Wars Episode Coming in 2015, Disney Buys LucasFilms
Disney announced Tuesday it has bought Lucasfilm Ltd., the production company behind the blockbuster "Star Wars" franchise, for $4.05 billion. Disney also announced that is already working on Star Wars 7 and will be in theaters in 2015.
Disney Buys 'Star Wars' Producer LucasFilm For $4.05 Bln, George Lucas Moves On
Disney is paying $4.05 billion to buy Lucasfilm Ltd., the production company behind the blockbuster "Star Wars" franchise. The payment will be made with both cash and stock -- around 40 million shares.
Statue of Liberty: Hurricane Sandy Photo Proved to Be Fake [Photo]
A photo of the Statue of LIberty with an omnious looking cloud looming over it was believed to be taken during the Hurricane Sandy, went viral online on Facebook, but now its been reported that its fake.
New Obama Ad Calls Romney’s Jeep Claim 'Wrong' and 'Dishonest'
New Obama ad took on Mitt Romney’s comments about Chrysler, Jeep, and the auto industry in Detroit. The president ad calls Romney’s claims “wrong” then and “dishonest” now.
Jack in the Box Raises $23,000 for San Diego Youth Mentoring Agency
The Jack in the Box Foundation held its annual bowl-a-thon benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego County recently and raised $23,000 for the youth-mentoring agency, the company said in a statement on Tuesday.
Hurricane Sandy Update: 33 Dead, Power Loss, Losses Could Reach $20 Bln
Hurricane Sandy left millions along the East Coast without power or mass transit; at least 18 people were killed in seven states and Canada, and left unprecedented flooding.
Hurricane Sandy Live Tracker: Watch Live Coverage
Hurricane Sandy 2012 has already killed at least 33 people in the U.S and 19 workers were trapped inside a power station in Manhattan on Monday, according to reports.