Apple to preview new iPhone software

Apple will hold an event Tuesday to preview new software for the iPhone, the company said. Apple said in an email invitation on Thursday that it will provide a "sneak peek" at

Bernanke sees US recovery in 2010

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said the U.S. economy should start recovering from recession next year if there is the political will to complete the costly rescue of the shattered banking system.

OPEC bows to weak economy, Obama effect

OPEC's decision on Sunday to resist new supply cuts laid the ground not just for cheaper oil to help heal the economy, but for warmer relations with the world's biggest energy consumer.