
Some of the coolest toys this year are coming from small toymakers that are quietly revolutionizing how kids play today. Here are five companies that just may score the hottest toy of 2011.

For years, big box stores dominated Black Friday. But lately, more small chains and franchise outlets are taking on the big boys on the biggest shopping day of the year, looking to make a killing. Here are five that are saying: 'Black Friday, bring it on!'

If people are tightening their purse strings, these 10 businesses wouldn't know. Their bestsellers have jaw-dropping price tags and plenty of buyers.

Monday is National Bosses Day. Other than a swift kick to the rear end, what do you give a horrible boss? Here are six gifts that will keep your boss's butt safe and you, hopefully, still gainfully employed.

One small business is giving its employees 50,000 reasons to stay on board for five years.
A team of thieves hacked into banks around the globe, while foot soldiers withdrew massive sums from ATMs and bought luxury items with the stolen cash.
Google is expected to unveil the next version of Android next week. These 5 features could improve the operating system.
Choose a lesser-known national park to save yourself aggravation and money. Here's where to go and where to skip.
These Americans can't wait until they can apply for health insurance under the new state-based exchanges, scheduled to open for enrollment in October. For some with ...
IRS workers gathered in New York City this week to protest the government spending cuts that will result in at least five furlough days without pay.
Apple's iTunes Store is nearing 50 billion ? billion! ? downloads. Here are the most-downloaded tablet apps ever.
Washington State's budding marijuana industry has drawn entrepreneurs from all careers and backgrounds.
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Coffee makers, energy companies and tech giants are raking in revenue.