Hobby Lobby Stores Inc. is challenging the part of the federal health care law that requires for-profit companies to offer employees health coverage that includes products the business owners find morally objectionable, such as certain types of contraception. More »US companies challenging contraception mandate
U.S. entrepreneurship during 2012 climbed to its highest level in more than a decade, according to a report released Wednesday from Babson College and Baruch College. More »Entrepreneurship hits new high in 2012
When Martin Rawls-Meehan started making adjustable beds in 2004, it was a foregone conclusion that key parts would be made overseas. It was cheaper to manufacture in Taiwan than in the U.S. And from Taiwan it was easier to ship to customers in Asia. More »Made in the USA back in style for small businesses
This time "you're fired" is more than a Donald Trump catchphrase. Fox is turning the firing of real people from real jobs into prime-time entertainment starting this week. More »Fox show brings messy workplaces to television
The White House says President Barack Obama will nominate Dan Tangherlini to run the General Services Administration, the agency in charge of federal buildings and supplies. More »Obama seeks to make acting GSA head permanent
Far-reaching legislation to grant a chance at citizenship to millions of immigrants living illegally in the United States cleared the Senate Judiciary Committee on a solid bipartisan vote Tuesday night after supporters somberly sidestepped a controversy over the rights of gay spouses. More »Senate panel approves immigration bill
New Mexico is switching gears on its plan for a health insurance exchange and initially will partner with the federal government for computer services needed for an online insurance marketplace. More »NM changing its plans for health exchange
Small businesses improved their credit during the first three months of the year, with the biggest gains coming in the western part of the country, according to a survey released Tuesday. More »Small businesses' credit is improving, survey says
The Small Business Administration says it has lined up pledges from more than 120 banks to increase lending to veterans. More »SBA starting new lending program for veterans
After falling woefully out of fashion, Yahoo wants to be cool again while catering to the capitalistic demands of its shareholders. That goal led CEO Marissa Mayer to make a $1.1 billion bet on online blogging forum Tumblr in a risky acquisition that revolves around the vision and instincts of a 26-year-old entrepreneur who dropped out of high school to pursue his dream of bringing more beauty and creativity to the Internet. More »Yahoo looks to regain its cool with Tumblr deal
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A businesswoman in southern China has been sentenced to death on charges of defrauding investors as the government tightens controls on informal financing that is widely used by entrepreneurs. More »China sentences underground bank operator to death
A businesswoman in southern China has been sentenced to death on charges of defrauding investors as the government tightens controls on informal financing that is widely used by entrepreneurs. More »Death sentence in Chinese underground bank case
The Canadian government has launched an aggressive campaign to lure Silicon Valley tech workers frustrated by U.S. visa policies northward, just as Congress wrestles with a long-sought overhaul of America's immigration system. More »Canada trying to lure Silicon Valley tech workers
The organic food industry is gaining influence on Capitol Hill, prompted by its entry into traditional farm states and by increasing consumer demand. More »Rising consumer demands aids organic industry sway
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