Two big U.S. apartment owners see some hope, finally

Two of the largest U.S. apartment landlords said on Thursday they see something in their sector that's been missing for the past few years -- a little optimism about the future.

Kraft results to start Cadbury countdown

The clock will really start ticking on a deal to create the world's biggest confectioner once Kraft Foods Inc <KFT.N> reports earnings next week.

McAfee revenue misses forecast, shares fall

McAfee Inc <MFE.N>, the No. 2 U.S. security software maker, reported quarterly revenue that missed Wall Street projections as sales to consumers grew at their slowest rate in almost two years.

Universal Health quarterly net up, beats Street

Hospital operator Universal Health Services Inc <UHS.N> reported higher quarterly net earnings on Thursday as revenue rose slightly, operating margins improved while costs were cut.

Obama's review of Afghan war strategy nears end

U.S. military chiefs plan to present recommendations on troop strength and strategy in Afghanistan to President Barack Obama on Friday as White House deliberations reach an end stage, Pentagon officials said.

MetLife posts 3rd-quarter loss

MetLife Inc <MET.N>, the No. 1 U.S. life insurer, said on Thursday it posted a quarterly loss, hurt by investment losses, some of which were tied to improvement in the company's own credit spreads.

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Wall Street jumps as GDP growth spurs optimism

U.S. stocks logged their best one-day percentage gain in three months on Thursday as investors saw data showing the U.S. economy returned to growth in the third quarter as brightening the outlook for profits.

Obama "too big to fail" plan blasted in Congress

The Obama administration's new proposal for tackling financial risk in the U.S. economy, unveiled just two days ago, came under attack on Thursday from Congress and regulators, with questions raised about its funding and scope.

World Series Game 2 (Full schedule)

World Series schedule for Thursday's Game 2 featuring the New York Yankees against the Philadelphia Phillies is set to start by 7:57 p.m. EST at the Yankee Stadium.

Wall Street scores best day since July on GDP data

U.S. stocks logged their best one-day percentage gain in three months on Thursday as investors saw data showing the U.S. economy returned to growth in the third quarter as brightening the outlook for profits.

Pumpkin carving templates

Halloween season is here again pumpkin carving is one of the most observed traditions of the season.