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Wonder Bread and Twinkie-maker Hostess Brands Seeks Liquidation Following Labor Strikes
Wonder Bread and Twinkie-maker Hostess Brands said Monday that it could go into liquidation if its bakers continue striking in protest against wage and benefit cuts imposed in bankruptcy court.
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As U.S. hesitates, California pours billions into green energy
California, long the national leader in clean energy policy, is poised to double down on its investments in the sector, with billions in new subsidies set to flow in over the next few years.
Obama says tax hike has to come first in "fiscal cliff" deal
President Barack Obama said on Wednesday that Republicans would have to agree to raise taxes on the wealthy as the first step in a budget deal that would prevent a dysfunctional Washington from pushing the economy into recession.
"Made in USA" label popular in China, too: study
"Made in USA" seems to resonate well beyond the USA. Consumers in China are willing to pay a premium for certain products labeled "Made in USA" because they see them as more durable and of higher quality, a new study found.
Papa John's Lawsuit: $250 Mil for Sending Customers Spam Texts
Papa John's is in legal hot water after customers say the company sent them spam messages to their mobile and now the popular pizza franchise faces a $250 million class-action lawsuit.
Cinnabon President to Feature in 'Undercover Boss' on CBS
Cinnabon Inc. president Kat Cole is the next executive go undercover on the reality series "Undercover Boss" this Thursday at 8 p.m. EST on CBS.
Papa John's Faces $250 Mil Spam Lawsuit After Sending 500,000 Unwanted Texts in 2010
Papa John's is in legal hot water after customers say the company sent them spam messages to their mobile and now the popular pizza franchise faces a $250 million class-action lawsuit.
Pizza Hut Introduces the 'Overstuffed Pizza', WingStreet Opens First Standalone Store
Pizza Hut has rolled out the "Overstuffed Pizza," which is essentially a pizza with another layer of crust over it.
Burnished by Starbucks, upstart Square battles payment giants
Two years ago, employees from the start-up Square Inc descended on farmers markets in San Francisco to hand out a new type of credit-card reader that let small, independent merchants accept plastic via their smartphones or tablets.
Spice Up Your Holidays with Popeyes Cajun Turkey
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, a division of AFC Enterprises, Inc., today announces the return of its holiday menu must-have, Cajun Turkey, to give your dinner table some Louisiana flare. Popeyes Cajun Style Turkeys, approximately 9 to 11 pounds, are infused with a unique blend of Louisiana seasonings then flash-fried, creating a unique, crispy coating. Roasting finishes out the process and leaves the turkey crispy on the outside while remaining succulent and flavorful on the inside. The once-a-year limited time offer is available at participating restaurants through December, or until supplies last.