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McDonald's July same-store sales rise 8 percent

Business at the Golden Arches is still going strong, even with consumers cutting back on dining out to save money in tough economic times.Read more »

Consumer Stories

RECALL: Tyson Foods chicken breast tenderloin products

Tyson Foods, Inc. is recalling approximately 51,360 pounds of raw frozen chicken breast tenderloin products because they may contain an undeclared allergen, soy. Read more »

Consumer Reports: Shower Cleaners

When it comes to cleaning your shower, there are lots of products to choose from. They promise to “remove tough soap scum” and fight mildew. Consumer Reports just tested a dozen and found some winners. Read more »

Consumer Reports: Tire Danger

As many as 30 million tires on the road are at risk of blowing out. Read more »

JetBlue charging customers for pillows and blankets

It's something else you'll have to pay for that you used to get for free during an airline flight. Read more »

Business News

Nasdaq turns positive as oil falls
The Nasdaq reversed losses and moved into positive territory on Wednesday while the Dow and S&P 500 pared losses as the price of oil fell, helping to offset a slide in financial shares. Read more »
Lower oil boosts Wall St
U.S. stocks extended gains Tuesday, lifting the Dow more than 2 percent, as a sharp pullback in oil prices fueled hopes of a consumer and business spending revival and eased inflation concerns. Read more »
Financial shares lead Wall Street lower
U.S. stocks fell Monday as investors feared the housing slump will spawn further losses for the financial sector, compounding the troubles facing the U.S. economy. Read more »
Obama would consider offshore drilling
Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama said Friday he would back limited offshore drilling as part of a broader energy package that attempted to bring down gas prices and reduce U.S. dependence on foreign oil. Read more »
Most Californians favor offshore drilling
For the first time, a majority of Californians support more drilling for oil off their state's coast, a poll showed Thursday, underscoring anxiety caused by high gasoline prices. Read more »

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