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Intel names Brian Krzanich new CEO

Intel said Thursday that Brian Krzanich, currently the chipmaker's chief operating officer, will become the company's new CEO on May 16.

Disney pulls out of Bangladesh factories

The Walt Disney Company has stopped production of branded merchandise in Bangladesh, in response to the spate of fatal factory accidents.

Disney pulls out of Bangladesh factories

The Walt Disney Company has stopped production of branded merchandise in Bangladesh, in response to the spate of fatal factory accidents.

Stocks rebound, S&P nears 1,600

U.S. stocks rebounded Thursday, as a drop in jobless claims and the European Central Bank's interest rate cut fueled optimism on Wall Street.

Study: Lipstick could increase chance for stomach tumors

A small study of store-bought lipstick suggests the makeup may be doing more than giving the appearance of plump, shiny lips -- it could be increasing your exposure to toxic metals.

SEC and ESPN announce SEC Network

The Southeastern Conference and ESPN have signed a 20-year agreement through 2034 to create and operate a multiplatform network.

Rescue workers weren't prepared for chaos of Aurora shooting

When a shooter sprayed a movie audience with bullets in a Colorado theater last summer, paramedics were not prepared for the extent of the carnage and arrived with too few ambulances, fire officials say in a new report.

Ricin suspect to appear in court

A 41-year-old Mississippi man accused of sending ricin-laced letters to President Barack Obama and others will appear in court Thursday where a judge will decide whether he should remain in custody.

Missing Pennsylvania woman reappears 11 years later in Florida Keys

A Pennsylvania woman who mysteriously disappeared 11 years ago has resurfaced in Florida, saying that she just walked out on her family, her life and her problems.

California wildfire burns nearly 3,000 acres

Firefighters continue to battle what has been a fast-growing Southern California wildfire -- one that has already consumed more than 2,950 acres.