Connecticut Ruling Overturns Ban on Same-Sex Marriage
With the 4-to-3 ruling by the Connecticut Supreme Court, the state becomes the third in the nation to legalize same-sex marriage.
Lawmakers Weigh Plan for Stimulus
The Democratic leadership in Congress is considering another fiscal stimulus proposal to spark spending by consumers and city and state governments.
Stocks Lower After Day of Wild Swings
The market fluctuated as finance ministers and central bankers gathered for a crucial meeting in Washington and President Bush spoke on the crisis.
U.S. Considers Cash Injections Into Banks
The Treasury Department is considering taking ownership stakes in many United States banks, the White House said Thursday.
Sellers of Lehman’s Default Swaps Face Payout
Sellers of insurance on bonds issued by Lehman Brothers are now likely to face demands that they pay out more than 91 cents on the dollar to buyers of those insurance contracts.
DealBook: Morgan and Goldman Shares Sliding
As panicky selling shook the world’s stock markets on Friday, two of Wall Street’s most storied names were once again at the epicenter of the quake.
Consumed: Milk Cartoon
Co-opting the kids’-entertainment-character marketing strategy for a school-lunch staple.
Iceland’s Banks Face Claims From Depositors Abroad
Across Europe, countries, companies and consumers are discovering exposure to the three main Icelandic banks, all of which have been taken over by the government.
In Japan, Anxiety Grows as Global Crisis Draws Nearer
The world’s second-largest economy, which had seemed immune from the global financial contagion, is suddenly looking a lot more vulnerable.
Oil Closes Below $78 as Demand Forecast Is Cut
Oil prices fell to their lowest level in more than a year as the slowing global economy led the International Energy Agency to cut its forecast for global demand.
Credit Squeeze Takes Hold in Europe
Small businesses struggle to pay suppliers and big businesses retrench as banks clamp down on lending.
Finance Arm Weighs on G.E. Results
After lowering its quarterly profit guidance last week, G.E.’s numbers were not surprising. Profit from continuing operations fell 12 percent to $4.5 billion in the third quarter.
City Room: N.Y. Business Leaders Discuss Crisis
Leaders of many of New York City's largest companies gathered at the stock exchange to discuss how they and government officials should respond to the financial crisis.
Green Inc.: Saving Money With Efficient Laundry
There are some easy ways to save money by laundering more efficiently. Cheap Green offers some tips...
Recipes for Health: Red Chard, Potato and White Bean Ragout
This comforting stew makes a hearty meal when served with a salad and crusty bread.
With Stadiums Going, Going, Ashes May Be Gone
Fans who have scattered their family members’ ashes at Yankee Stadium and Shea Stadium are grieving.
Green Inc.: Hopes for Offshore Wind in Texas
As the race to develop offshore wind energy is heating up in the Northeast, things have hit a few speed bumps in Texas.
The Caucus: McCain Ad Slams Obama on Ayers and Economy
In his increasingly slashing campaign Senator John McCain this morning released a paint-peeling ad.
