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Old TV Stars Sue Over Merchandising Royalties
12:00PM 8/09/2011
People, Media, Mattel, Sony, Time Warner
The shows have been off the air for years, but the battle continues. Stars from television classics, including The Partridge Family and Happy Days, are suing their former studios over royalty money -- for toys, lunch boxes, board games, books and even slot machines -- that they claim is long overdue.
It's not enough to be a movie star and a singer. Taryn Manning learned early on that she also needs to be a business woman to keep afloat financially -- and to earn enough to keep doing what she enjoys. Here's her guide to saving money and boosting her income.
My 3 Cents: Fix It or Nix It? A Gadget Conundrum
8:00AM 7/16/2011
Technology, Video, Family Money, Personal Finance, Saving Money
Your favorite gadget just broke, and is no longer under warranty. Should you repair it or replace it? DailyFinance consumer advisor Regina Lewis examines the best options for your ongoing consumer electronics happiness.
Should Netflix Stream Its Video Biz Into the U.K.?
7:30AM 5/05/2011
Company News, Media, Netflix, Stocks in the News, Market News, Investment
Netflix is enjoying a period of rapid expansion, riding on the popularity of DVD-by-mail and online video streaming. The question for investors is: What's next? Netflix has signaled that it plans to expand abroad, and the U.K. is a likely target. But is Britain ready for Netflix?
CEO's Corner: Philips Sees Growth in Healthcare Services
12:00PM 4/01/2011
Company News, Technology, Investing, Health Care, Insurance, Market News
Earlier this week, Royal Philips Electronics warned that its television business would post a first-quarter loss. While TV sales have declined, the company says it sees a growing opportunity in healthcare. Greg Sebasky, CEO of Philips's North American operations, discusses the trends driving the growth -- and the challenges ahead.
Vizio Widens Lead in U.S. LCD Television Sales
7:00PM 2/24/2011
Vizio widened its lead in the U.S. liquid-crystal-display television market in the fourth quarter, according to a new report from research firm iSuppli. Samsung and Sony lost market share from a year ago, although Sony gained ground from the third quarter.
Watch Out, Netflix: Amazon Launches New Videostreaming Service
7:30PM 2/22/2011
Is the world's largest online retailer getting ready to challenge movie-subscription service Netflix? Amazon.com on Tuesday unveiled a videostreaming service -- available to its Prime members at no additional cost -- that could position it for battle.
Big Screen TVs: Six Tips for Picking an Energy-Efficient Model
3:00PM 2/18/2011
Some TVs use as much electricity as a refrigerator, one of the home's biggest energy hogs. Yet big-screen TVs come in energy-efficient models at prices comparable to the electricity-gobbling beasts. Trouble is, you can't spot them just by looking at them. Side by side, they may appear identical,...
Super Bowl XLV, which aired on Fox on Sunday, attracted 111 million viewers, making it the most-watched television program of all time, Nielsen said Monday.
"Sesame Street" will soon have a place in the National Children's Museum. The creators of the long-running children's show are developing an interactive area at the facility, slated to open near Washington D.C. in 2013.
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