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U.S. companies add jobs in September, service sector expands
U.S. companies added more jobs than expected in September, while activity in the vast services sector picked up, suggesting the economy remained on track for modest growth.
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Small business hiring weak for third straight month in September
Hiring by U.S. small businesses weakened in September for a third straight month, weighed down by economic uncertainty, suggesting lackluster job gains in the overall economy.
One quarter of U.S. tech start-ups founded by an immigrant: study
A new study showing that immigrants founded one quarter of U.S. technology start-up companies could fuel calls to relax immigration rules ahead of next month's U.S. presidential elections, where the economy and immigration are key issues.
Avon says Andrea Jung to leave board at end of year
Avon Products Inc said Executive Chairman Andrea Jung, who was replaced as chief executive officer in April, would step down from the board at the end of 2012, ending what became a tumultuous tenure in recent years and sending the company's shares up nearly 6 percent.
Chris Matthews Slams Obama, 'Mitt Romney Was Winning' [VIDEO]
Chris Matthews, an MSNBC host spoke out against Barack Obama's performance during the presidential debate on Wednesday night, saying that Romney won the debate as Obama "was not there" and he let Romney get away with many inaccurate statements.
Pizza Hut Reading Program Kicks Off 28th Year
BOOK IT!, the national reading incentive program created by Pizza Hut, is beginning its 28th year with enrollment in 680,000 classrooms across the country. More than 14 million students in 38,000 schools are involved in the BOOK IT! reading program.
Krispy Kreme Rolls Out Halloween Krispy Skremes
It's that spooktacular season again! This Halloween, treat the whole ghostly gang to their favorite terrorific treats from Krispy Kreme. Pumpkin, Cobweb, and Halloween Sprinkle return to the hauntingly delicious lineup of Krispy Skremes! doughnuts and beverages available October 1 through October 31 at participating Krispy Kreme US and Canadian locations.
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Opening 15 Stores in Singapore Over Next Five Years
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts announced Thursday that it signed a deal with Star360 Group to open up its doughnut shops in Singapore and it continues to expand its international presence.
West Coast Franchise Expo Coming To Anaheim Oct. 12-14
Franchise brands are targeting the West for expansion-creating countless career opportunities on a national level. The West Coast Franchise Expo (WCFE), hosted by Paramus, N.J.-based MFV Expositions and sponsored by the International Franchise Association, is the largest franchise event on the West Coast and will take place Oct. 12-14 at the Anaheim Convention Center. The WCFE is the prime place to explore viable business investments and speak with top level executives about turning your career around.
Quiznos Announces New President of International Expansion
Quiznos, the sandwich franchise, announced Wednesday the appointment of Kenneth Cutshaw as the company's new president of International expansion.