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McDonald's opens all-vegetarian restaurants in India
Rahul Tandon Sep 6, 2012
The fast food giant makes a bold move in a country where about 50 percent of the people are vegetarian.
Small talk: Printing a house, music to wake up the Mars rover
Brendan Newnam Aug 17, 2012
The news that didn't quite make the headlines. This week: The Californians Help Eliminate All The Evasive Registration Scofflaws program, the morning playlist of the Mars rover Curiosity, and a printer that can make a house.
California Gov. Jerry Brown advocates for high-speed rail
Ben Trefny Jul 27, 2012
The governor of the cash-strapped state recently signed a $8 million transportation bill. Watchers say it'll be a way for him to leave a lasting legacy.
City bankruptcies trend troubles bond investors
Eve Troeh Jul 26, 2012
If debt-ridden municipalities begin walking away from their financial obligations the way homeowners once did, such strategic defaults could wreak havoc for municipal bond holders.
L.A. city council votes to ban marijuana shops
Jeff Horwich Jul 26, 2012
Thanks to SB 420, Los Angeles has all other cities beat when it comes to pot dispensaries. But the city council has decided things are out of hand, and voted last night to ban all storefront medical marijuana shops.
The economy bypasses San Bernardino
Adriene Hill Jul 18, 2012
The Southern California city considers bankruptcy, after the departure or collapse of successive industries left it unable to pay for fire, police and other services.
Peregrine Financial shakes futures industry
Josh Brown Jul 11, 2012
The allegations against brokerage firm Peregrine Financial shed light on weak regulations of the futures industry. Analysts point to MF Global missing funds similarities.
Peregrine Financial bankruptcy spotlights weak regulation
Heidi N. Moore Jul 11, 2012
Brokerage firm Peregrine Financial is liquidating amid allegations that it defrauded customers and lied to federal regulators.
IOC head questions McDonald's, Coke sponsorship
Stephen Beard Jul 9, 2012
International Olympic Committee president Jacque Rogge is in a sticky spot. Asked whether he sees any problem with having McDonald's and Coke sponsor the world's biggest exposition of physical fitness, he admitted there could be issues with it.
Banks facing new restrictions on foreclosures
Bob Moon Jul 3, 2012
The California state legislature passed a law yesterday that sponsors are calling a "Homeowners Bill of Rights." Supporters say the changes will prevent unnecessary foreclosures.
