Economy

iOS, Android, Windows, and BlackBerry Systems: 10 Ways to Save Your Battery Life on Electronic Devices

This could put an end to people looking for an outlet to charge their smartphone. Are you tired of turning off then turning back on your electronic devices so you can save on battery life? And are you tired of charging your smartphone in the restroom at work? Here are some simple but effective ways to saving and perhaps recharging your battery life on most of your electronic devices, including your smartphones and tablets, that run on iOS, Android, Windows, and BlackBerry systems.

Amazon Reveals Subscription Service: Per-Item Fee System to e-Books, Audiobooks Receives Criticism

Despite being a major company, Amazon failed to lure major publishers to its online subscription content library and is facing competition with two other services, which began last year -- and have at least two of the five major publishers. The cost is also more expensive than the other two companies.

Apple and IBM's Partnership Hurts BlackBerry's Comeback

Tech behemoths Apple and IBM announced a partnership Tuesday that will bring the two companies together with the aim of creating new enterprise solutions for business users.

Microsoft Layoffs Hit Nokia Hard and Take Down the X Lineup

Microsoft announced Thursday that it plans on laying off 18,000 employees worldwide with a special emphasis on trimming its mobile division. The firings represent the largest in the tech giant's 39-year history.

AbbVie to Buy Shire for $54 Billion; Deal Aims to Lower Tax Rate

Abbvie avoids U.S. taxes by relocating. AbbVie, the U. S. based pharmaceutical company, said Friday it will buy U. K. -based drug maker Shire for $54 billion.

US Unemployment Rate Drops Across 22 States: Heavily Latino States See Strong Employment Gains

The regional and state unemployment rate in the U.S. saw little change during June, but for 22 states and Washington D.C., the unemployment rate declined. Meanwhile, 14 states saw their unemployment rate increase.

Facebook "Buy" Button, Mobile Advertising News: E-Commerce Service Simplifies Shopping, Eliminates Need for Third-Party Websites

Makes impulse buys easier Facebook really does want to provide it all for their users and let them perform all online activities within its website, as the social media website is now testing a "Buy" button that would allow transactions to be made without leaving the website.

Microsoft-Nokia Merger, Layoffs and Job Cut News 2014: Severance & Benefits Packages Total $1.6B, Satya Nadella Keeps Surface & Xbox Divisions the Same

Largest cuts since 2009 On Thursday, Microsoft announced its largest round of layoffs in the company's history, cutting about 18,000 jobs as part of its efforts in reconstructing the company.

Boriqua Chicks Co-Founder Raquel Dailey-Parham Opens Restaurant in Chicago, Promotes Afro-Latino Visibility

To better acquaint Chicago with the importance of her mixed roots and Afro-Latino heritage, blogger Raquel Dailey-Parham opened an Afro-Latino eatery, Maracas, which exemplifies the Afro-Latino presence in Chicago.

MLB Trade Rumors 2014: Examining Which Players Could Be Dealt Before Trade Deadline

The MLB trade deadline is approaching and many teams are in need of help. The second half of the season is crucial as we begin our playoff push to separate the good teams from the great teams. Here are some trade rumors from around the baseball world.

US Housing Construction Rates Falling Unexpectedly

Economists had predicted a much stronger month in residential building. Housing starts and residential building permits fell in June to the lowest rate since September, indicating the housing recovery may be slowing, according to a Reuters report on U.

Nation's Largest Commuter Railroad Dispute Settled

LIRR workers, 5,400 of them, were set to walk off the job Sunday over failed contract negotiations. For four years, union officials and MTA officials have been fighting over pay increases and contributions to health insurance program. The strike would have affected the lives of 300,000 daily commuters.

Starbucks Opens First Store in Coffee Capital of the World

Coffee chain has plans to open 50 more in the country in five years. Starbucks has been roasting and selling Colombian-grown coffee for 43 years but hadn't had a location in the famed coffee capital until now.

China Looking to Strengthen Latin American Ties With New Railroad

Chinese president proposes railroad across South America to firm up relations China's President Xi Jimping has been in Brazil the last few days in an effort to improve relations with Latin America, which China sees as a valuable future ally, according to Channel News Asia.

US Millennials Have Trouble Buying Homes But Won't Hesitate for a Car Down Payment, Study Says

While the housing market continues to recover following the Great Recession, millennials are reportedly more cautious about purchasing a home and cite financial reasons. Young adults between the ages of 18 and 34 said finances are the "single biggest obstacle" preventing them from becoming homeowners.

Rupert Murdoch Companies 2014: Media Mogul Back to the Drawing Board?

Rupert Murdoch has his thumb over a large portion of TV networks (and other media) in the US, and he only seeks to increase his share. But CNN parent company Time Warner rejected an $80 billion deal, which would involve selling off CNN.

CVS to Buy Miami-Based Navarro Discount Pharmacy: Biggest Hispanic-Owned Drugstore Chain Was Founded in Cuba in 1940

On Monday, CVS Caremark announced its agreement to buy Navarro Discount Pharmacy, the biggest Hispanic-owned drugstore chain the U.S.

Colleges, Universities to Face New Financial Challenges Despite High Hispanic Enrollment

While several business sectors are still recovering from the financial crisis of 2008, colleges and universities are reportedly set to face further "substantial" economic challenges.

BRICS New Development Bank Will Offer Alternative to IMF, World Bank

Economists, anti-poverty advocates and journalists comment on the implications BRICS announcement creating the New Development Bank and currency reserve pool.

Sprint Asks Banks for More Time in T-Mobile Merger as Spectrum Warchest Is Prepared

A Sprint and T-Mobile merger deal is beginning to look likely as Sprint parent company SoftBank pushes for more financing and the two companies plan a $10 billion warchest for next year's FCC spectrum auction.