Evaluating Whether It's Time To Cut The Cord
Several big media companies recently announced new ways to bring TV over the Internet. For example, HBO's streaming service, Sony's PlayStation Vue and a rumored service from Apple.
Business
Kentucky Right-To-Work Battle Shifts To Counties
While 25 states have passed right-to-work laws, Democrats in the Kentucky Legislature have long blocked attempts to pass a bill. Now, there's a county-by-county effort to pass these laws locally.
Did You Place Your Bet? March Madness Betting Could Surpass Superbowl
The American Gaming Association estimates that Americans will bet $9 billion over the course of this year's March Madness tournament, more than double what they bet on the Super Bowl.
In Europe, Ugly Sells In The Produce Aisle
Lumpy, bumpy produce that fails to meet supermarkets' high bar for beauty usually ends up as waste. But increasingly, European supermarkets are finding that ugly sells, if you tell the right story.
Affordable Care Act Makes This Tax Season Painful For Many
Figuring out the penalty for not signing up for health insurance is just one complication. Tax filers who made more money last year than they anticipated may have to pay back some of their subsidy.
High-Deductible Health Plans Cut Costs, At Least For Now
Health plans that require people to pay thousands of dollars up front cut costs in the first three years, a study finds. But no one knows if costs will rise later as people avoid preventive care.
Closure Of Private Prison Forces Texas County To Plug Financial Gap
A riot at a private immigration prison in Willacy County, Texas, forced officials to close the facility and relocate 2,800 inmates. But it also left the county with a $2.3 million budget shortfall.
Heinz And Kraft: Before They Were Food Giants, They Were Men
Henry Heinz was big into pickles before ketchup came along. James Kraft gave the world American cheese. (Ironically, he was Canadian.) Now, two companies that revamped how we eat will become one.
Obama Administration Emissions Rules Face Supreme Court Test
The rules are aimed at limiting the amount of hazardous pollutants coming from coal- and oil-fired utility plants. They're being challenged by industry groups and more than 20 states.
Supreme Court Revives Pregnant UPS Worker's Discrimination Lawsuit
At issue is an employer's responsibilities under the Pregnancy Discrimination Act. The decision gives a former UPS driver another chance to show the company discriminated against her.