More Americans lag on paying mortgage
The rise suggests many may not be able to afford their mortgages during the slowdown.
Help for borrowers
If you fall behind on your mortgage -- but have a good chance of catching up -- your lender might agree to one of these options:
Furry phenomenon
Build-A-Bear Workshop, which will debut in Tampa in September, is one of the most highly recruited chains.
Robert Trigaux
Leader calls on business to float regional water solution
Water-war veteran Jerry Maxwell sounds more like a Middle East negotiator than a guy trying to find consensus on how to meet Tampa Bay's ever-thirsty habits.
Nokia cuts earnings forecast
Hurt by the U.S. slowdown, the Finland phonemaker issues a warning that upsets investors.
Business digest
FORD DROPS PRODUCTION TARGET: Ford Motor Co. lowered its North American production plan 10 percent to 930,000 cars and trucks, reflecting reduced demand. Ford made 1.04-million vehicles in the year-earlier third quarter. Ford hasn't decided whether any plants will have temporary closings during the quarter other than the normal two-week summer shutdown in July, a spokesman said.
In a pinch, non-profits boost sales
Organizations have stepped up their licensing efforts to counteract funding cuts and to raise public awareness about their causes.
Stock analysts battle 'cheerleader' image
A lobbying group seeks to negate the perception that some analysts favor businesses whose stocks they or their companies own.
