House panel decries Lehman bonuses

Days from becoming the largest bankruptcy in U.S. history, Lehman Brothers steered millions to departing executives, Congress was told Monday.

Registration gains favor Democrats

As the deadline for voter registration arrives today in many states, Sen. Barack Obama's campaign could benefit from newcomers to the rolls in key states in numbers that outweigh Republican gains.

Supreme Court to tackle cigarette, drug issues

In their new term beginning Monday, the justices of the U.S. Supreme Court will be asked to decide how much authority state courts should have in granting big damage awards against the makers of prescription drugs and cigarettes.

EBay to cut 1,600 jobs, buy Bill Me Later

After a series of changes designed to draw more people to its online marketplace, eBay Inc.'s latest alteration is aimed at its own employees.

Mudslinging begrimes presidential campaign

Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin on Saturday accused Democrat Barack Obama of "palling around with terrorists" because of his association with a former 1960s radical.

Ford 'MyKey' to limit teens' speed

So you think junior is a little too lead-footed when he drives the family car? Starting next year, Ford Motor Co. will give you the power to do something about it.

BofA to pay $8 billion over subprime suit

Facing a lawsuit over deceptive mortgage practices, Bank of America Corp. is agreeing to pay more than $8 billion to modify hundreds of thousands of loans to keep people from losing their homes.

When you are denied health insurance

Have you ever had irregular periods? A cesarean section? Allergies? You may find yourself in this position: eager to buy coverage but unable to get a company to sell it to you.

Quake kills at least 72 in Kyrgyzstan

A powerful earthquake struck the mountains of Central Asia, destroying a village in Kyrgyzstan and killing at least 72 people, emergency officials said Monday.