Features By Gigi Douban
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Tim Cook goes to Washington
Apple CEO Tim Cook tries to answer the $1.7 trillion question: How does the U.S. get corporations to repatriate their overseas profits?
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Gold prices are falling, but global demand is expected to grow
As an investment and inflation hedge, gold still looks overvalued, at nearly 30 percent below its peak. But demand for gold is growing in India and China.
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Craft beer might get a Texas-sized boost in Lone Star State
Texas lawmakers decide whether to allow craft beer sales at grocery stores and brewery tours. It could mean a big boost for craft breweries.
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House Republicans attempt to repeal Obamacare ... for the 37th time
Republicans in the House are expected to hold a vote today to repeal President Obama's health care initiative. It will be their 37th vote on the issue.
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World's largest flawless diamond up for auction
Today, Christie's will auction off a rare 101 carat diamond that is expected to fetch $20 million to $30 million.
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Making sports more exciting can mean...more danger
Thursday’s fatal capsizing of an America's Cup yacht has raised questions about faster, lighter, riskier boats. They're designed to make the competition more exciting, and appeal to younger TV viewers -- and advertisers.
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Does fair trade clothing help the consumer and the retailer?
Following another tragic fire at a Bangladesh clothing factory, retailers are now ceding to consumer demand and putting the exact origins of their products on the label. But will this “fair trade” practice hurt the bottom line? And will those same consumers actually buy the more expensive fair trade products, or reach for the cheaper item on the next rack?
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Why other cities want to copy Austin's innovative spirit
How has the capital of Texas became a hub for innovation and job creation, and what can other aspiring cities learn from Austin?
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Abandoned buildings get starring role in social media
Some people like to go into old, vacant buildings to post photos and video of their exploits on social media sites like Instagram and Flickr. Sometimes, that can be an advantage for real estate agents.
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A controversy over how Deepwater Horizon cleanup funds are being spent
Last week, BP and five coastal states affected by the Deepwater Horizon spill announced $594 million in projects funded by BP for early restoration of the Gulf. A lot of the money is being spent on stuff not related to the spill at all, especially on repairing damage from various hurricanes.
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