Stocks Weigh ADP, Fed Hopes
Stocks clung to the previous day's sharp gains, as investors weighed a disappointing jobs report against hopes economic weakness would push the Fed to act more quickly to prop up the economy. online.wsj.com |
Tight budgets lead to more civilians used for policing
Police agencies across the country are recruiting thousands of civilians for a number of duties previously performed by uniformed cops. rssfeeds.usatoday.com |
Big Banks Face Foreclosure Review
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency is examining big mortgage servicers' foreclosure practices, a move that could lead to regulatory reprimands of banks for botched foreclosure documentation. online.wsj.com |
Novartis's Net Profit Jumps 10%
Novartis reported a 10% rise in third-quarter net profit, helped by strong sales of generic drugs and a weaker dollar. online.wsj.com |
Lawyer: 'Hiccup girl' may use Tourette's defense
The lawyer for a young Florida woman who was known for unstoppable hiccups and is now accused of murder said Tuesday he may present an unusual ... rssfeeds.usatoday.com |