Archive for May 15th, 2008

Microsoft and the One Laptop Per Child (OLPC) initiative announced Thursday that the Windows operating system would soon be available on the so-called XO, also known as the "$100 laptop." In interviews, executives made it clear that this could be a catalytic shift in perception and market success for the innovative but up-to-now aberrant laptop intended for the poor children of the world.

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Stocks rallied Thursday, with technology leading the way, as investors eyed the day's economic news, fluctuating oil prices and corporate deal-making activity.

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Next time you get up from your computer, consider this - you could be helping scientists discover new ways to attack the global food crisis, find a cure for cancer or understand the impact of climate change on Africa.

Partisan differences were stymieing a Senate compromise Thursday on a bill that would allow the government to insure up to $300 billion of home loans and overhaul oversight of key players in the mortgage industry.

Stocks sustained gains Thursday afternoon, even after oil prices reclaimed earlier losses, as investors eyed the day's economic news and corporate deal-making activity.

Home builders' confidence fell once again in May and their view of the state of the battered market hit a record low.

As if high fuel prices aren't enough, airlines and passengers are getting pinched by rising taxes as the U.S. government demands a bigger piece of the pie.