Government safety regulators announced the largest crib recall in U.S. history after four children suffocated. Read more..

By SARAH WHEATON - The New York Times

The drug maker has been ordered to pay punitive damages to two women whose breast cancer was diagnosed after they used hormone drugs. Read more..

By DUFF WILSON - The New York Times

Federal investigators reported a “strong association” between chemicals in Chinese drywall and complaints by homeowners of metal and electrical corrosion. Read more..

By LESLIE WAYNE - The New York Times

The environment commissioner called on the European Union to pledge to cut emissions by 30 percent from 1990 levels to demonstrate leadership ahead of a landmark meeting in Copenhagen. Read more..

By JAMES KANTER - International Herald Tribune

The chief of G.M.’s European operations is seeking German help in restructuring Opel, but the country’s economics minister said taxpayers should not be expected to play “the rich uncle.” Read more..

By JUDY DEMPSEY - The New York Times

Whether the economy is booming or in a tailspin, entrepreneurs can always use tips on how to trim expenses. Read more..

By PAUL B. BROWN - The New York Times

Web series, or webisodes, are being created specifically for advertisers. Read more..

By STUART ELLIOTT - The New York Times

Retailing analysts said sales declines were minor and that many consumers were saving their strength for the day after Thanksgiving. Read more..

By STEPHANIE ROSENBLOOM - The New York Times

While most companies have cut their business travel budgets, a few have decided to travel more, and are profiting. Read more..

By TANYA MOHN - The New York Times

After a law forced a cut in transaction fees, some merchants and banks added new charges for customers that were, sometimes, higher than the old ones. Read more..

By KEITH BRADSHER - The New York Times