“Cougar Town,” which had its premiere on Sept. 23, was criticized by the Parents Television Council for its “tawdry sexual content.” Read more..

By ANDREW ADAM NEWMAN - The New York Times

Earnings reports from Goldman Sachs and Citigroup were both better than expected, but they also highlighted the political and financial obstacles facing each bank. Read more..

By ERIC DASH and GRAHAM BOWLEY - The New York Times

The House vote, mostly along party lines, was a big step for President Obama’s proposed overhaul of rules covering the nation’s financial system. Read more..

By STEPHEN LABATON - The New York Times

While most Americans are still waiting for an economic recovery, Goldman and its employees are enjoying one of the richest periods in the bank’s 140-year history Read more..

By GRAHAM BOWLEY - The New York Times

Industry sales would have to be surprisingly strong through the end of the year to reach some predictions for total 2009 sales. Read more..

By ANTONY CURRIE - The New York Times

Five planners discuss the hard questions they faced from their worried clients, and some of the answers they gave. Read more..

By RON LIEBER - The New York Times

Last year’s last-minute deals aren’t likely to be repeated as airlines trim schedules and raise fares. Read more..

By MICHELLE HIGGINS - The New York Times

An investigation of a Medtronic bone treatment study found instances of research misconduct but failed to find proof that it contained falsified data. Read more..

By BARRY MEIER - The New York Times

Poland, the Czech Republic and Slovakia now need a big boost in investments and easier access to financing if they are to regain lost ground, according to two regional surveys. Read more..

By JUDY DEMPSEY - International Herald Tribune

Despite all the talk, it appears that the dollar is not getting either weaker or stronger. Read more..

By FLOYD NORRIS - The New York Times