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A Republican senator who has opposed President Barack Obama's health overhaul effort said Tuesday that the deals Democratic leaders have cut to round up the votes they need to push the measure through the Senate have been "sleazy."
Nutrisystem Inc. said Monday that it has a new distribution deal with Walgreen Co. that will see its weight loss program cards available in more of the drugstore operator's locations.
You may want to check Facebook and Twitter before heading to the mall the day after Thanksgiving.
Twitter Inc. is selling the rights to mine its communications hotbed to both Internet search leader Google Inc. and Microsoft Corp. in dueling deals that underscore the growing importance of being able to show what's on people's minds at any given moment.
Tennessee has set up new rules for cities and counties that want to engage in interest rate swaps and other exotic financial transactions.
Ask.com hopes to persuade consumers that are fond of discount Web sites to bring their bargain hunts to its search engine.
If you thought the travel bargains were unbelievable this year, just wait until 2010. Here are 10 places to find them during the Year of the Deal.
A struggling economy is turning out to be good news for skiers and snowboarders who live close enough to mountains that they can hit the slopes every weekend.
If you haven’t heard about JetBlue’s $599 All-You-Can-Jet Pass, offering one month of almost unlimited travel, then you haven’t been paying attention.
The House vote to extend the wildly popular “cash for clunkers” car program left auto dealers in a kind of limbo Friday, not sure whether they should keep handing out deals to buyers who are flooding showrooms nationwide as they await Senate action next week on the program.
First came the drug companies, offering to give up $80 billion. Then hospital chiefs stood at the White House and promised to do their part for President Barack Obama's health overhaul by taking a $155-billion hit. It's not altruism.
Another day, another online travel site. In fact, at a time when hotels are half-empty and airlines are on the brink, it seems as if the only optimists in the business are the developers of new travel Web sites.
Wealthy and influential people seeking private lakeshore access to the Tennessee Valley Authority's 11,000 miles of shoreline on the Tennessee River system appeared to receive preferential treatment, according to an audit.
The National Football League has extended its deals with broadcast partners CBS and FOX through the 2014 season.
With Mother's Day just days away, there are plenty of options left for procrastinators, but most involve shelling out major bucks. This year, though, as retailers chase dollars amid the recession, some low-price options are available.
The burst of drugmaker mergers announced in the first quarter is worth nearly 50 percent more than all the industry deals announced in 2008, according to a new report.
The fate of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict has become a collection of moving parts that somehow need to come together in a single package: an Israel-Hamas prisoner swap, a truce for Gaza, and new governments on both sides of the firing line that could pursue peace.
It seems big drugmakers haven't noticed we're mired in a recession and money is tight.
A recent “World for $1” promotion by LastMinuteTravel.com promised a room “in any of our 15,000 hotels” for $1 a night. The only catch? You had to book them during a specified 15-minute window.
Yes, I’m worried about the economy and the downward spiral of my retirement account values. But lately I’ve been eating out a bit more and booking extra trips out of town.
The United Arab Emirates on Tuesday struck nearly $3 billion in deals with U.S. giants Boeing Co. and Lockheed Martin Corp. to supply military transport aircraft, the latest in a series of high-priced contracts this week underscoring the Gulf nation's efforts to bolster its defenses despite economic woes.
The same cheap crude that just crushed year-end profits for oil and gas producers is making the industry's biggest annual dealmaking event an even more bustling affair.
When the economy goes into the tank, people stay at home. But for those still willing to see what's out there, there are stupendous deals to be had.
Car manufacturers are offering incentives for three model years of new vehicles — 2007, 2008 and 2009.
Trials for travel industry, treats for travelersAre those faraway places calling your name? Now may be the time to answer, and grab a once-in-a-lifetime deal.
Airline blames Buffalo crash on pilot errorA pilot's inattention and failure to follow safety rules likely caused a commuter plane to plummet from the sky near Buffalo in February, killing 50 people, the airline told federal investigators.
Europe tours from $1,079Go Ahead Tours has released a new sale exclusively for ShermansTravel.com subscribers that takes $200 off per person for European/Mediterranean tour vacations into 2011.
The Making & Dealing with Jihadists by Amil ImaniBewildered by what fanatic Muslims do, some conclude that Muslims are brainwashed.
West Hollywood shopping package, $295/nightThe Mondrian Hotel in West Hollywood has the perfect solution to finally put an end to your holiday shopping nightmares. So go ahead, shop 'til you drop!
Where to Find the Best Cyber Monday DealsThis year, nearly nine out of 10 retailers will have Cyber Monday specials on their Web sites, according to a survey by Shop.org, which runs CyberMonday.com, an online mall with more than 700 retailers.
4-night Mexico spa package from $616Make your dollar go further this winter at the four-star Ixtapan Spa Hotel and Golf Resort. Currently, this resort is offering an incredible Spa Classic package.
Free family flights to Mexico on AeroMexicoAeromexico is taking a lesson from cell phone companies by introducing its own version of a family plan. Buy three or four tickets on select routes and receive one ticket - for free.
Family-friendly California deals for the holidaysChoose from these three kid-friendly, festive hotel packages for a cool winter family getaway.
JetBlue launches one-day saleJetBlue is running a one-day sale on international and domestic flights with fares between $29 and $129 each way.
Target's Black Friday Bet: $3 AppliancesOlson, who's been tracking annual Black Friday deals from Wal-Mart, Target, Sears and other chain stores for the past six years, said Target's deals look "pretty aggressive" this year.
World's best affordable hotelsWe scoured the globe until we found the 31 best new hotels for under $150.
Paris and Nice, air/6 nights, from $749Save big on this winter getaway to two of France's most popular destinations.
10-day China package from $888Now is a great time to explore this region of the world with China Spree's knock-out bargain on their 10-Day Golden Triangle Tour which is priced from just $888 - that's less than $100 per day!
Top 10 great-value Caribbean islandsSavor surf, sun, and sand for less at these bargain beach locales.
Turkey, 13 nights, from $1,194Save $200 per person off this comprehensive tour, which includes Istanbul, the otherworldly landscapes of Cappadocia, and the seaside town of Kusadasi.
Miami, air/3 nights, from $317American Airlines makes it easy to escape to the beach this winter.
Privately run infrastructure deals dry upA rush by state and local governments to sell roads, bridges and airports to private operators in return for eye-popping upfront sums has all but collapsed in the recession.
Caribbean cruise, 7 nights, from $299Spend a week sailing the eastern Caribbean Sea on Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Pearl for 77 percent off brochure prices.
Save on early-booking Alaska cruisesFor stunning scenery, charming port towns, and close-encounters with wildlife consider a relaxing cruise through the waters of Alaska.
As unemployment and poverty rise Obama turns to the financial elite for campaign cashThis article provides a transparent picture of how Wall Street and politicians honeymoon while WE THE PEOPLE foot the bill and have gotten nothing for our investment in them from the newly printed trillions that sooner or later will hyper-inflat the economy in my opinion.
We're off to ... Ireland, Australia and ArizonaConde Nast Traveler offers its picks for destinations that offer buzz on a budget and explains why you should visit these spots while they're hot.
Why 2010 will be the year of the travel dealStory Highlights Some industry analysts expect travel providers to maintain attractive promotions Signing up for airlines' social media sites may yield special fares Award mileage operators are adding new and different redemption options
8 Tips to Save Big Money on Technology - The Industry Word - Community HomeGood tips on ways your small business also ways you can find a few deals.
Visit Colonial Williamsburg from $149/nightColorful foliage, subdued temperatures and outstanding discounts make a fall visit to the quaint historic area of Colonial Williamsburg extra special.
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