Some hip eateries are changing to electronic menus that let customers order food without waiters, play games, and even 'like' items on Facebook.
Some hip eateries are changing to electronic menus that let customers order food without waiters, play games, and even 'like' items on Facebook.
The Facebook IPO, valued at $100 billion, is among the most-anticipated ever. But some analysts wonder about Facebook's future, and insiders plan to sell lots of shares.
The Facebook IPO, valued at $100 billion, is among the most-anticipated ever. But some analysts wonder about Facebook's future, and insiders plan to sell lots of shares.
JPMorgan's loss of $2 billion shows that the forces that unleashed the recession remain partially untamed -- and that Congress is still struggling to get a handle on the solution.
JPMorgan's loss of $2 billion shows that the forces that unleashed the recession remain partially untamed -- and that Congress is still struggling to get a handle on the solution.
JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon dubs losses 'egregious,' but market analysts expect that, this time, the damage will not spread to the entire financial system.
JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon dubs losses 'egregious,' but market analysts expect that, this time, the damage will not spread to the entire financial system.
The biggest pet food recall of 2012, including brands like Kirkland, Premium Edge, and Diamond Naturals, has been expanded multiple times since April.
The biggest pet food recall of 2012, including brands like Kirkland, Premium Edge, and Diamond Naturals, has been expanded multiple times since April.
'Hot Jupiters' are Jupiter-mass planets orbiting close to stars. They might have been kicked inward from their original orbit, destroying or ejecting other planets.
'Hot Jupiters' are Jupiter-mass planets orbiting close to stars. They might have been kicked inward from their original orbit, destroying or ejecting other planets.
In 2002 Maurice Sendak spoke about his personal history growing up in post-WWII Brooklyn; his escape into an inspired, illustrated world; and his expansion into music.
In 2002 Maurice Sendak spoke about his personal history growing up in post-WWII Brooklyn; his escape into an inspired, illustrated world; and his expansion into music.
Occupy Wall Street has big plans for May Day, including marches and strikes, but faces big challenges.
Occupy Wall Street has big plans for May Day, including marches and strikes, but faces big challenges: It is still largely decentralized, and has lost its hold on the support of the public.
The Atlantic hurricane season may be quieter this year than last.
The Atlantic hurricane season may be quieter this year than last. A 'near normal' 2012 would see at least a dozen tropical storms and two major hurricanes.
Credit cards with gas rewards can be a big help in coping with high gas prices.
Credit cards with gas rewards can be a big help in coping with high gas prices. The most effective credit cards could save you $400 at the pump.
Mother's Day 2012 gift ideas -- Give me a fun day over a spa day, anytime.
Mother's Day 2012 gift ideas -- Give me a fun day over a spa day, anytime.
Postal bill averts 3,700 post-office closings for at least two years.
Postal bill averts 3,700 post-office closings for at least two years, but fails to address deeper, structural problems in how the postal service manages a vast operation.
This week's incident of 'mad cow' disease presents no threat to human health, USDA officials say. But it does put a spotlight on beef safety practices.
This week's incident of 'mad cow' disease presents no threat to human health, USDA officials say. But it does put a spotlight on beef safety practices, including how many cattle are inspected.
Postal Service closings could mean longer lines and possibly slower delivery.
Postal Service closings could mean longer lines and possibly slower delivery. But the alternative to Postal Service closings would mean using tax money.
Tax Day freebies are being offered by several restaurant chains in honor of the April 17 filing deadline. Here is your comprehensive list of tax day freebies.
The IRS is making it a top priority to crack down on the burgeoning tax day scam of identity fraud. In 2011 the agency thwarted $1.4 billion in fraudulent refunds.
Several states are considering laws to bar companies form asking for applicants' social media passwords. But the social-media world is easily mined even without passwords.
Americans foresee, on average, gas prices at $4.75 a gallon within three months. They most blame the oil industry and Wall Street. But they expect politicians to act.
The economic fallout from pink slime is just beginning.
A major beef processor has declared bankruptcy, citing the backlash against 'pink slime.' The economic fallout from pink slime is just beginning.
Harsh questioning from the Supreme Court majority has touched off new political calibrations over Obama's health-care law. In some ways, Democrats could be the winners.
Pink slime is what critics call 'lean, finely textured beef' – a filler used in ground beef. It's not dangerous, but it's a byproduct that some say should be clearly labeled.
Based on justices' questions during the Supreme Court health-care hearings, the fate of 'Obamacare' is in peril.
The graduation rate rose by 3.5 percent between 2002 and 2009, according to a new report. But 10 states had lower graduation rates in 2009 than in 2002.
Gas prices jumped 5 cents a gallon last week on average, even as oil prices stabilized a bit. When gas prices reach $4 a gallon, motorists begin to change their habits.
