Business
November 23, 2015
Chinese and African journalists wait to start the opening ceremony of the African Development Bank's annual meetings Wednesday May 16, 2007 in Shangha

Chinese companies are learning that investing in Africa isn't easy

Investments have been hindered by instability there, much like Western countries have discovered.
Business
November 23, 2015
Pedestrians walk past Pfizer Inc. headquarters in New York, U.S., on Friday, Jan. 27, 2012. Pfizer Inc., the world�s largest drugmaker, is scheduled

Pfizer nabs Allergan for $160 billion, will move its tax headquarters to Ireland

It is the largest deal by value in U.S. history. And it adds to the list of American companies that have lowered their tax burden by swallowing a company that's headquartered outside the country.
Business
November 23, 2015

Tekne Awards go to 15 winners for science, technology achievements

Winners ranged from state agencies and small firms to large corporations with global operations.
Business
November 23, 2015
They don't levitate, but hoverboards flying high this holiday season

They don't levitate, but hoverboards flying high this holiday season

They don't actually hover, but hoverboards are the hottest hard-to-get item for the holidays.
Business
November 23, 2015

JW Marriott hotel opens at Mall of America just in time for Black Friday

The new JW Marriott at the Mall of America opened Monday, just in time for holiday shopping. It is the first location in Minnesota for the luxury brand and the 25th location in the United States.
Variety
November 23, 2015

Charlie Boone, legendary WCCO morning radio host, dies at 88

"Boone and Erickson," Boone's 37-year collaboration with Roger Erickson, was one of the most popular shows on radio from the 1960s to the 1990s.
November 23, 2015

Pfizer, Allergan combining in $160B deal to create world's biggest drugmaker

Pfizer and Allergan will join in a $160 billion deal to create the world's largest drugmaker.
Business
November 23, 2015
My Job: Bill Drigans, recruiter, Voigt's

My Job: Bill Drigans, recruiter, Voigt's

Bill Drigans is a Recruiter for Voigt's in Fridley.
Business
November 23, 2015

Ask Matt: Why do new hires get bonuses and I don't?

Local
November 23, 2015
A rain-soaked sign honors fallen deputy Sandberg on a store in Aitkin.

Hospitals re-examining security after St. Cloud shooting

Hospital officials say the number of nurses and aides injured by patients or visitors spiked last year.
West Metro
November 22, 2015
Alisha Yost and Boone Sorenson watched the screen filled with social media traffic from guests or any people talking about the Mal of America. ] (KYND

When MOA shoppers talk in cyberspace, the mall's likely to talk back

A dedicated team monitors and responds to social media chatter.
Business
November 22, 2015
In this Nov. 5, 2015 photo, Mozzeria owners Russ and Melody Stein pose for a photo at their restaurant in San Francisco. The Steins and Mozzeria staff

Deaf business owners overcome obstacles and prejudice

Connecting with their vendors, bankers, customers and the government remains a challenge.
Business
November 22, 2015
FILE - In this Dec. 14, 2014 file photo, packages are sorted on a conveyer belt before being loaded onto trucks for delivery at a FedEx facility in Ma

UPS and FedEx try every tech trick to speed up deliveries

Upgrades meant to help the companies keep up.
Business
November 22, 2015
Cover crops, above, like rye grass and radish, are typically grown for the benefit of the soil and environment more so than a farmer’s wallet.

Cover crops provide benefits but are a tricky proposition for Minnesota farmers

They're more common in the South, but Minnesotans want to test the agricultural benefits.
Business
November 22, 2015

St. Anthony: The hard part is ahead for Digi International's rookie CEO

The new CEO has restructured the company and is now focused on organic growth.
Business
November 22, 2015
Business
November 22, 2015
Norwegian Escape is shown during sea trials along the coast of Norway. (Michel Verdure) ORG XMIT: 1176400

Norwegian Cruise Line embarks on its next chapter

As its fleet expands to 14, improving the passenger experience is a top goal.
Business
November 22, 2015
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November 22, 2015

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