WALL STREET JOURNAL - Latest News - Barr Refiles Application for Plan B
The manufacturer of the morning-after pill resubmitted an application seeking federal approval to sell the emergency contraceptive Plan B without a prescription.
The 401(k) That Fixes Itself
New research shows signs that a recent addition to some 401(k) plans -- known as "managed accounts" -- can provide a significant boost to workers' retirement savings.
Microsoft Tender Offer Falls Short
Microsoft fell far short of its goal to buy back up to $20 billion of its shares, but analysts attributed the results to investors' belief that the stock will climb higher.
Apple Probe Finds No Serious Labor Violations
Apple's investigation into claims of poor conditions at a Chinese iPod factory found no forced labor but revealed that laborers were exceeding the company's limits on hours and days worked. (Read Apple's report)
Emerging Market Teaches Investor a Lesson
Boston investor Andres Weiss's dispute over whether he broke some of the laws that he and others like him helped inspire a decade ago is a window into the challenges of investing in emerging economies of any stripe.
Controversies Erupt at AIDS Conference
Scientists at the AIDS confab blasted South African politicians for not acknowledging HIV as the cause of the disease and denounced Canada's prime minister for declining an invitation to speak.
McAfee Gets Subpoena
McAfee received a grand jury subpoena regarding the company's firing of its top lawyer, his activities related to options and the company's internal probe of option grants. (Complete Coverage)

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