Economy

Obama Administration Proposes More Cyber Security Regulation as Retailers Testify

It's a relatively new playing field, but cyber security is no joke, and the Obama administration is making that clear. Acting Assistant Attorney General Mythili Raman told a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing Tuesday that the government would like for there to be new regulation that requires retailers to quickly report electronic identity thefts.

Sprint and T-Mobile Merger Hits Another Roadblock as FCC Chairman Warns Against Consolidation

The proposed Sprint and T-Mobile merger seems to have hit another roadblock in the government as Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Tom Wheeler has apparently expressed concern about any further consolidation in the U.S. wireless industry.

Barbie Exec Reveals Real Reason Behind Doll's Impossible Body, 'Barbie's Body Was Never Designed to Be Realistic'

Barbie's body is considered "perfect" by many, as woman strive to obtain one just like the plastic doll's. Mattel's vice president of design now speaks out about Barbie's controversial, unrealistic and unobtainable body proportions.

Latinas are Doing It for Themselves: Entrepreneurship is Consistently on the Rise --Health Care and Social Assistance are Top Industries for Latina-Owned Businesses

Latina-owned businesses happen to be the fastest-growing segment among women-owned enterprises. These businesses contribute about $56 billion to the American economy each year.

One Direction Imagines New Take on Coffee: British Boyband to Launch their Own Café Chain

Do you love One Direction? Do you love coffee? Well, then. Behold One Directioners, the boys are now coming out with their own café chain!

Kendall & Kylie Jenner Model Weight and Measurements Update: Kardashian Heiresses Pose for PacSun's Latest Collection [VIDEO]

In addition to their popular reality television series, Hollywood's hottest sisters Kendall and Kylie Jenner have now created an eclectic range of clothing for PacSun's Spring 2014 collection. The beautiful sisters are chosen to be the new face for the brand as well, in order to show consumers how their designs should be worn.

Female Baristas Flash Breasts, Genitalia at 'Sexy Coffeeshops' in Washington, Moms Group Opposes [VIDEO]

Spokane residents led by a group of moms are trying to get 2,000 signatures to get a ballot initiative that would make it a misdemeanor for the baristas of Washington's "sexy" coffee stands to expose half a breast, any part of a nipple or any part of their genitals. Baristas at drive-through coffee stand establishments that go by names such as XXXtreme Espresso, Bare Beans and Devil's Brew wear outfits consisting of as little as body paint and G-strings.

Income Inequality Rising: 3.5 Billion Live in Poverty, Including Struggling Latinos in the U.S. [VIDEO]

It's evident that income inequality in the United States and abroad is beyond unreasonable. More and more Americans are finding it harder to make ends meet, with 14.5 percent of U.S. households struggling to put enough food on the table. More than 48 million Americans -- including 15.9 million children -- live in these households.In addition, more than one in five children is at risk of hunger. Among African-Americans and Latinos, nearly one in three children is at risk of hunger, statistics show.

JCPenney Drunken Super Bowl Twitter Rant : The Perfect Social Marketing Campaign

JCPenny managed to combine drinking, the winter cold and the Super Bowl into one brilliant Twitter marketing campaign.

Amazon Prime: Online Retailer To Raise Membership Price?

Amazon Prime has proven to be a helpful tool for students on a limited budget but now this reputation is being called into question after Amazon chief financial officer Thomas Szkutak announced that the $79 annual Prime membership could go up to $99 or $119.

Galaxy Gear vs iWatch Comparison: Rumored Pricing, Specs and More

The iWatch may not even exist, but its Apple most hyped, non iDevice product in years. The iWatch doesn't officially exist, but its Apple most hyped, non iDevice product in years.

From Friendster to Instagram: A Brief History of Social Media

These days, we tend to take social media for granted. We even hire people on the basis of their purported skills with social media. However, in order to understand how far we have to go in social media, we have to take a look back at how far we've come.

Gay Marriage States & Map: Which States Will Be Next to Ban or Legalize Same-Sex Unions?

Gay Marriage is still a hot topic in this country despite the fact that more American citizens approve of same-sex unions than not.

Cruise Ship Sickness Review: Will Food Poisoning and Drunk Captains Await Your Next Voyage?

Cruise Ships used to have a great reputation. Cruise Ships used to have a great reputation. After all, for a flat fee you'd get to experience the perks of an all-inclusive hotel while traveling to multiple destinations over the course of a several days.

Apple vs. Samsung Patent Lawsuit: Samsung Avoids Legal Troubles, Sanctions After Apple Inc. Documents Leak

Samsung Electronics Co. dodged another legal trouble in California as the courts ruled not to punish the South Korean company for the leaks of Apple Inc. documents.

Kardashian Kollection Launches New Line of Sunglasses for $250 Each

They are simply unstoppable - not enough with their popular reality television series, clothing collection and cosmetics line, the sisters Kourtney, Kim, and Khloé add their latest range of eyewear to the Kardashian Empire.

Latino Startup Alliance is Going National with Help from Hispanicize

The Latino Startup Alliance (LSA), a non-profit founded to support Latino tech entrepreneurs get their startups off the ground, is joining with Latino PR and news wire Hispanicize to expand its non-profit organization nationally.

Apple Inc. (AAPL) Patent Detects iPhone and iPad User's Mood, Characteristics for Specific Advertisements

Apple Inc. is going for innovation again, and it may affect the online advertisements on your device.

Walmart Expands Online Grocery Service As Competition Heats Up

Walmart has cornered the market on delivering everyday household items at the lowest prices possible, but now it's looking to a particular segment of shoppers online for its next big push: Walmart is now testing an initiative to expand online grocery buying and pickup.

Target Credit Card Breach: How the Hackers Got In and How Consumers' Relationship with Credit Cards Might Change

Some new details are emerging about how the hackers who breached Target's credit card system and installed malware on their point of sales terminals managed to accomplish their cyber-heist.