China Could Pass U.S. As Top Economy This Year
By one measure, China is poised to become the world's largest economy by the end of the year. Why is this shift happening years before most estimates predicted it would?
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Agribusiness Funds 'Farmland' To Counter Hollywood Message
Films like Food Inc. and King Corn highlight the evils of big agriculture. Now farmers are hitting back with their own movie, Farmland. It was funded by the U.S. Farmers and Ranchers Alliance.
Fiat Chrysler To Outline 5-Year Strategic Plan
The automaker reached most of the last targets which were set shortly after Fiat took over Chrysler in 2009. Fiat Chrysler's CEO will again answer questions about the company's long-term viability.
Overhaul Bill Criticized For Ending Affordable Housing Goals
The Obama administration is trying to gain more support for a bipartisan bill to dramatically reshape the housing finance industry. Others say the bill would weaken affordable housing regulations.
Playing Matchmaker To Empty Jobs And Those Seeking Them
Hundreds of thousands are out of work, yet employers say they struggle to fill positions. Oil refineries in L.A. often have temporary work, but even entry-level jobs require specialized training.
NC films qualified for $61 million in rebates last year
Films made in North Carolina during the last fiscal year qualified for $61 million in rebates under the state's film incentive program.
A Campaign to 'Give America a Raise.'
A bus pulled into Greensboro Thursday morning, carrying representatives of a group pushing for a hike in the minimum wage.
From Barbecue Cart to Multi-Million Dollar Company, Texas Pete Sees International Growth
There are millions of bottles of Texas Pete hot sauce at diners, military bases and pantries around the world.
Another Round of Job Cuts at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
For the second time in two years, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center is reducing its workforce.
Slow Growth For U.S. Economy, But Fed Plans Are Full Speed Ahead
The economy slowed sharply in the first quarter, but Federal Reserve policymakers voted unanimously to continue winding down their stimulus program.