Topic: Harley-Davidson Inc.

Apple surge lifts Nasdaq 2 percent

The Nasdaq composite index shot 2 percent higher Wednesday, powered by a surge in Apple. The Dow gained 89 points to close at 13090 on an all-around good day for US stocks.

Stocks mixed; Dow erases last week's huge loss

The Dow rose 37 points to close at 12959 Monday, erasing a nerve-wracking 204-point loss it suffered a week ago. 

Good Reads: Ahmadinejad and the UN theater, Hollywood's machine gun preacher

Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's speech sends a third of the UN to the exits, while Hollywood introduces us to a 'Machine Gun Preacher' on the hunt for an African warlord.

'Barefoot Bandit' inks $1.3 million movie deal: Worthy cause or bad precedent?

'Barefoot Bandit' Colton Harris-Moore robbed houses and stole planes, boats, and cars before being caught in the Bahamas last summer. Now, Fox is making a movie about him. Colton-Harris has said all the money from the deal will go to his victims.

Stocks soar after Obama signals progress on debt limit talks

Stocks add to gains after press briefing by president. With a surge of 200 points before falling back, Dow having its best day in three months as investors pile into stocks.

Obama aims to deepen US economic ties with India. But what about Wal-Mart?

Obama's trip to India includes a Saturday summit with top business leaders. But Wal-Mart, which will be at the table, and other international retailers remain shut out of India's retail sector.

Stock market: News-laden week starts lower globally

Stock market news was slightly negative Monday morning, as world markets fell and earnings expectations were weak.

Harley Davidson board to review union's OK of labor deal

Harley Davidson had warned it would move its two Wisconsin operations to other states if the workers rejected the contract. A move would have eliminated about 1,350 jobs.

Harley-Davidson poised for a comeback?

Harley-Davidson had surprisingly good earnings and introduced three new motorcycles this month.

West Philadelphia high school dares to build a 100 m.p.g. car

Students from West Philadelphia make a viable 'X PRIZE' run against auto companies from around the globe. The potential prize: $7.5 million for the school and a 100 m.p.g. car for the world.

Secrets of the stock market

Making sense of the stock market is tough. Considering how various forces influence its movement helps us unravel it.

Star Trek's William Shatner for Governor General of Canada?

A Facebook campaign is calling for Star Trek icon and Montreal native William Shatner to be appointed Governor General of Canada, a largely ceremonial role.

Own William Shatner's motorcycle - 'Star Trek' collectibles up for auction

Fans of Star Trek and William Shatner now have a chance to bid on artifacts from the original series to the recent film re-launch of the franchise.

Private equity, leveraged buyout practitioners re-emerge

Iraq and Afghanistan: America's invisible wars

After seven years in Iraq and nine in Afghanistan, residents of York, Pa., talk about how the wars have become like a screen saver: always there but rarely acknowledged.

Outpouring of affection for 'Deadliest Catch' Captain Phil Harris

Over five seasons, Captain Phil Harris and his Cornelia Marie became fan favorites on the Discovery Channel's reality show 'Deadliest Catch.'

Six Picks: Recommendations from the Monitor staff

A new mouthwatering book on artisan cheeses, singer-songwriter Freedy Johnston's lastest album, History Channel's new 'American Pickers' series, and more.

Howard Schmidt, cybersecurity 'czar': Who is he?

Garden railways popular at holiday time, and year-round

Putting small trains in an outdoor garden setting is growing in popularity and is an especially popular display at holiday time.

An electric chopper? What would Dennis Hopper think?

'Senior' from the reality TV show 'American Chopper' has invented a zero-emission hog. It's 'Easy Rider' minus the ear-splitting roar (and greenhouse gases).

United States: Surf's up, old-school style