Russian gas shipments to Balkans via Ukraine ceaseTurkey, Romania, Greece and other Balkan nations reported a complete shut off of Russian gas shipped via Ukraine Tuesday, in a sharp escalation of a struggle over energy that threatens Europe as wi
Ukraine: Russia cuts gas to Europe by two-thirdsUkraine's gas company Naftogaz said Tuesday that Russia's Gazprom slashed natural gas shipments to Europe by about two-thirds, while Balkan nations reported a complete shut off of Russian gas, in a
Toyota to suspend production for 11 days in JapanToyota Motor Corp. said Tuesday it will suspend production at all of its Japanese plants for a total of 11 days in February and March because of faltering global demand.
AP source: Ex-eBay CEO to run for Calif. governorFormer eBay Inc. chief executive Meg Whitman plans to run for governor of California, a person with knowledge of her political aspirations said Monday.
Construction spending shows gains but outlook grimConstruction spending fell less than expected in November as record activity on nonresidential projects helped offset another steep decline in housing.
Investors collect profits after last week's rallyCaution returned to Wall Street Monday as investors gave back some gains from last week's rally even as they found some encouragement from President-elect Barack Obama's calls for an economic stimu
Oil settles above $48 on uneasy MideastIsrael's ground offensive in Gaza and a dispute between Ukraine and Russia over gas imports pushed oil prices above $48 a barrel Monday, but some analysts say there's more than just unrest in the M
Stocks turn cautious after last week's rallyCaution returned to Wall Street Monday as investors gave back some gains from last week's rally even as they found some encouragement from a report that construction spending fell less than forecas
World markets extend gains, Nikkei up 0.4 percentAsian stock markets were mostly higher Tuesday, shrugging off lackluster trade overnight in the U.S. and Europe amid growing optimism the world economy would start to recover later this year.
Madoff scandal, SEC role under scrutinyTwo more months of mortgage payments and retiree Allan Goldstein says he'll be broke, just another victim in what may be the biggest Ponzi scheme in history.
Obama plunges into econ talks, predicts approvalPresident-elect Barack Obama plunged into rare pre-inaugural crisis talks with congressional leaders Monday, declaring the national economy was "bad and getting worse" and embracing tax cuts now ex
Congressmen sound off against SEC in Madoff affairRepublican and Democratic House members said Monday that the alleged $50 billion fraud involving Wall Street figure Bernard Madoff reflects deep, systemic problems at the Securities and Exchange Co
US govt to NY judge: Jail Madoff without bailA prosecutor says disgraced financier Bernard Madoff (MAY'-dawf) violated bail conditions by mailing about $1 million worth of jewelry and other assets to relatives.
SEC watchdog undertakes wide-ranging Madoff reviewThe internal watchdog at the Securities and Exchange Commission said Monday an investigation of the agency's failure to uncover the alleged $50 billion fraud involving Wall Street figure Bernard Ma
Obama predicts quick approval of econ rescue planPresident-elect Barack Obama declared the national economy was "bad and getting worse" Monday as he began crisis talks with congressional leaders on emergency action.
Man shot by his stepdad ends up in jail with himA man who police said was shot by his stepfather ended up in the same jail with him after officers discovered outstanding arrest warrants against the victim.
Father-son duo accused of gravestone robbingPolice are puzzling over what would motivate a father and son to haul off six tombstones from a monument company in suburban Albany. Town of Colonie Detective Lt.
