The overseas markets have been roiled by Dubai's debt crisis, but North American markets have been steady after last week's initial shock. BNN speaks to Michael Santoli, senior editor, Barron's, who weighs in on fears of a contagion effect.
Kim Parlee and co-host Paul Waldie discuss a bid by scientists to prevent methane produced by livestock from further contributing to the build-up of greenhouse gases.
Public anger over the bonuses awarded to bank execs have reached a fever pitch as protestors have taken to the streets in the U.S. and overseas. But one eminent Canadian professor says he doesn't think anyone should get a bonus, for any reason. BNN speaks to Henry Mintzberg, management professor, McGill University.
The federal government plans to reduce the wait time for the credentials of some workers to be recognized in Canada. New immigrants who work in certain professions will only have to wait a year to have their education, experience and training evaluated. BNN speaks to Jason Kenney, federal minister of immigration.
After Tiger Woods' Thanksgiving weekend car accident, there has been a storm of speculation brewing around its cause. So far, his sponsors are standing by him, and his lucrative contracts are not in jeopardy. How will Tiger's brand fare in the long-run? BNN speaks to Robert Boland, professor of sports management, NYU.