Economy

Comcast Ups the Charm Offensive During TWC Merger Review

Well, it may not reach the level of "charm," but Comcast is certainly trying to improve the generally offensive reputation it has built over the years, just as the federal government is reviewing its proposed merger with Time Warner Cable.

Wealth Gap Increases but Poll Finds Latinos Positive About Their Standard of Living

The Standard and Poor's rating agency said in a new report that the wealth gap in the United States continues to grow, and it is affecting the country's economic growth.

How Google and Barnes & Noble Are Planing to Defeat Amazon

Amazon has been ahead of the competition but BN and Google are hoping to catch up. Google and Barnes & Noble announced a new service that threatens to undercut the famous undercutter of online book sales, Amazon, by offering free same-day service for subscribers.

Group of Senegalese Women Found Tech Hub for Women

Senegal is earning the most from interenet biz and four women came together to take a part in that, with a focus on increasing the number of women in the work force. The global average is 30% women in IT, but Senegal only has 14%.

Obama Approval Rating Hits New Low: 4 in 10 Americans Approve Handling of Economy and 'Dissatisfied' with Immigrations Crisis

A majority of Americans believe the country is heading towards the wrong direction, and President Barack Obama's approval rating dropped to new lows.

Bicultural, Stylish & Young: Upscale Latinos are Big Spenders, Better Planners, Healthier and Love Pets

Young with large families, stylish and bicultural, upscale Latinos are more likely to belong to dual income earning households. They're more likely to devise a plan for family finances, pay off debt, plan for a brighter tomorrow and own pets.

Latinos 'Deeply Impacted' by Recession But Remain Optimistic About 'American Dream'

The Latino unemployment rate is 7.8 percent in the U.S., based on July's report from the Department of Labor, but despite the rate's increase, Latinos remain optimistic about their economic future.

Experts Divided Over Robotic Future & Impact on Jobs, But Agree on Need to Overhaul Education — Pew

Pew released an opt-in survey of technology and policy experts showing little consensus over what the next decade of artificial intelligence and robotics might offer. The need to overhaul the educational system to meet the needs of the next economy, however, was the one factor the experts agreed on.

Sprint Withdraws Offer to Buy T-Mobile: Softbank Retracts Bid for Deutsche Telekom Carrier Amid Regulation, Competition

Acquisition stopped for now According to the Wall Street Journal, Sprint, which is owned by Softbank, has changed its mind about buying the fourth largest wireless carrier in the United States for as much as $40 billion.

Americanizados and Hispanos Lead the Growth of Hispanic-Owned Businesses and Self-Employment

Latino entrepreneurs now claim a fifth of the U.S. market. And the 3.1 million Hispanic-owned businesses will contribute at least $468 billion to the U.S. economy this year.

21st Century Fox Withdraws Bid for Time Warner Inc: CEO Rupert Murdoch Offers Investors Stock Share Buyback Instead

No deal After the trading closed on Tuesday, 21st Century Fox announced the withdrawal of its bid for Time Warner Inc. as the company bought back its stock worth $6 billion.

Apple and Samsung Agree to End Foreign Lawsuits Over Technology Patents

Battle still rages in the U.S. Apple and Samsung have been waging war over technology patents during the last few years, each claiming the other is stealing ideas.

Buy School Supplies List & Stores Online 2014: Top 5 Back to School Deals and Steals

Get ready for back to school 2014 Whether you're heading back to high school, college, or sending a kid off to elementary or middle school, you're going to need some school supplies.

US Pharmaceutical Industry Heavily Dependent on Immigrant Labor

A new study, conducted by the Institute for Immigration Research at George Mason University, found that the pharmaceutical industry is very dependent on immigrant labor across many job titles.

BoriquaChicks.com Founders Talk Puerto Rican Cuisine and Afro-Latina Identity

An early introduction to rich flavors inspired Raquel Dailey-Parham to open the Puerto Rican restaurant Maracas in the heart of Chicago's south side Bronzeville neighborhood, an area that's predominately African American, but not before she and her sister, Rebecca Dailey-Wooley, launched Boriquachicks.com.

Android 4.0 Device Apps 2014: TouchPico Can Transform a Wall Into an 80-Inch Touchscreen Display

TouchPico devices are expected to start shipping in October If toting an 80-inch touchscreen display and a car full of equipment sounds like a hassle, stop living in the past.

Cheap & Low Gas Prices 2014: Cost of Fuel Drops Significantly; Will the Trend Continue?

Production leaves increased supply and leads to lower prices Consumers have noticed cheaper gas prices lately and the average price for a gallon of gas in the U.

US-Africa Leaders Summit 2014: United States Commits to $14 billion Investment in Africa

In addition to some of the biggest corporations committing billions in investments in Africa, native African and popular artist Akon is doing his part to help the continent continue on its path to development.

FCC Condemns Sprint and T-Mobile Spectrum Coalition

Sprint and T-Mobile received another blow late last week as the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) made it clear that it would not be supportive of joint bids during next year's spectrum auction.

Rihanna Topless & Twitter: 'Diamonds' Singer to Launch New 'Rogue' Fragrance for Men

Rihanna reveals sexy, steamy photos from the latest ad campaign for her new cologne "Rogue Man."