Salmonella outbreaks that sickened more than 400 in the U.S. and Britain have been traced to mice sold as food for exotic pets. Read more..

By WILLIAM NEUMAN - The New York Times

Asian markets fell on Friday, overlooking strong earnings from some of the region’s biggest companies as Japanese shares tumbled on dour economic figures and a strong yen. Read more..

By DEALBOOK - The New York Times

White Collar Watch examines the issues and problems that the Securities and Exchange Commission faces in its case against the billionaire Wyly brothers, who are accused of securities fraud and insider trading. Read more..

By PETER J. HENNING - The New York Times

Disgruntled investors have wiped more than $40 billion off the value of Exxon Mobil since its splurge on the gas giant XTO Energy. Read more..

By CHRISTOPHER SWANN and NEIL UNMACK - The New York Times

A sparkling Saturday puzzle. Read more..

By PATRICK MERRELL - The New York Times

Mr. Batterberry was a food writer and historian who founded two influential magazines, Food & Wine and Food Arts. Read more..

By MARGALIT FOX - The New York Times

A report said the military is not preparing to counter possible threats from abroad as it focuses on Afghanistan. Read more..

By CHRISTOPHER DREW - The New York Times

Strong demand for a line of smartphones using Google’s Android operating system helped sales. Read more..

By BLOOMBERG NEWS - The New York Times

Senate Republicans on Thursday rejected a bill to aid small businesses with expanded loan programs and tax breaks, in a procedural blockade that underscored how fiercely determined the party’s leaders are to deny Democrats any further legislative accomplishments ahead of November’s midterm elections. Read more..

By DEALBOOK - The New York Times

The founder and early investors in the microlender will reap millions from the share deal, but it was unclear how donors would benefit. Read more..

By DEALBOOK - The New York Times