I am constantly reminded that outsourcing is not a problem because "no one wants to do those jobs anyway." It is OK for the U.S. of A. to cater to the "service sector," but do we know what "service" ...

Here are some of the toys expected to be top sellers this holiday season, according to Toy Wishes, an industry trade magazine. The list is based on the editorial board's review of thousands of new ...

When Elmo takes the stage at the Fargodome this weekend, there will be screams worthy of a rock star. Because among the 2- to 3-year-old set, that's what Elmo is. This furry red monster may have ...

There are a few news stories you can pretty much guarantee to see during the holiday season these days. Ones about air travel anguish, fried turkey fiascos and desperate parents battling tooth, nail ...

NEW YORK (MarketWatch) -- Elmo has laughed, sung, danced and even done the limbo and the hokey pokey. Now he drops to the floor in paroxysms of hysterical, limb-flailing laughter. Mattel Inc. MAT, the ...