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Is the Canadian Housing Market Falling Apart? Mon, 13 May '13 | 7:02 AM ET
Granville Island, Vancouver, Canada

It seemed as if Canada had avoided the excesses of the housing bubble that hit so many nations. But now it may be catching up.

As the popularity of yoga grows, so does the need for yoga attire with larger waistlines. Brands are finding there is demand for plus-sized yoga apparel.

A couple walk past the offices of the Associated Press in Manhattan, New York May 13, 2013.

The Justice Department secretly obtained two months of telephone records of reporters and editors for the Associated Press.

Taking on Corporate Giants: CNBC's Disruptors Mon, 22 Apr '13 | 11:21 AM ET

Nominated by venture capitalists, industry analysts, and beat reporters, CNBC has created the ultimate list of 50 innovators disrupting the marketplace. Watch Squawk Box (8 a.m. ET) and Fast Money (5 p.m. ET) the week of May 13, 2013 to find out which companies made the cut.

Contemporary Art Sales Could Top 'Old Masters' Sun, 12 May '13 | 12:11 PM ET

The world's largest auction houses will host "blockbuster" sales of contemporary art this week, as buyers' tastes shift away from pre-19th century "Old Masters", a fine art expert told CNBC.

Virgin America Cuts Losses and Sees IPO Mon, 13 May '13 | 2:17 PM ET
Virgin Group's Sir Richard Branson during the April launch of new nonstop service from LAX to Las Vegas McCarran International.

Virgin America said its losses are declining and it could stage an initial public offering as early as next year, TheStreet.com reports.

Can Street Live Without Bloomberg? Mon, 13 May '13 | 12:53 PM ET
The Bloomberg Terminal computer system

Wall Street pros say Bloomberg faces long-term damage to its credibility from its privacy breach scandal.

Asia's Richest Entrepreneurs Fri, 10 May '13 | 12:00 AM ET

We look at Asia's 10 richest first-generation businessmen. Find out who these self-made billionaires are and how they made their money.

3-D Avatars: No Need to Try On Clothes—Ever Mon, 13 May '13 | 11:39 AM ET

Tired of returning ill-fitting clothes? Tech company Metail has a solution. They digitize clothing and use software, which merges garment images with customers' avatars. Can you trust the fit?

10 Hardware Companies Hot With VCs Fri, 10 May '13 | 8:38 AM ET

While hardware companies were once considered too risky to invest in, advancements in technology have made the space much more appealing.

Virgin chief executive Richard Branson made his debut as a female flight attendant this weekend, donning a stewardess' uniform and serving drinks to passengers after he lost a bet with a fellow airline magnate.

Sports Memorabilia: A New Safe Haven? Mon, 13 May '13 | 8:51 AM ET
A buyer looks at a Brazilian international soccer jersey at Sotheby's in London

Are investors in Britain and beyond beginning to put their money into sporting memorabilia that isn't as vulnerable to market movements?

Barbara Walters

Barbara Walters is retiring. The veteran ABC News anchor is set to announce Monday morning on "The View" that she will retire from TV journalism next summer.

Seth Meyers, star and head writer of SNL, will be taking over from Jimmy Fallon as host of the Late Show.

How's this for a weekend update with Seth Meyers: The "Saturday Night Live" funnyman is going to succeed Jimmy Fallon as the host of NBC's "Late Night."

Stella Artois Hops on the Cider Bandwagon Sat, 11 May '13 | 11:11 AM ET
Stella Artois Cidre

The Stella Artois family is getting larger. But this time around you can the leave the beer chalice on the shelf. The new addition is a cider.

Robert Downey Jr. rings the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange as Iron Man 3 debuts in New York City.

Tony Stark's superpowers lifted blockbuster "Iron Man 3" to the top of the weekend box office, beating out a strong debut for the lavish Jazz Age drama "The Great Gatsby."

Class of 2013: Overqualified and Underprepared Sat, 11 May '13 | 10:53 AM ET
Students from Baruch College in New York City.

A new study finds that many graduates feel overqualified yet underprepared to make the transition from school to work.

How One 'Mompreneur' Turned $500 Into Millions Sun, 12 May '13 | 10:48 AM ET

Kendra Scott, a panelist on CNBC Prime’s "Crowd Rules," shares how she turned $500 into a multimillion-dollar jewelry empire that spans the globe.

Next 'Star Wars' Film to Be Made in Britain Sat, 11 May '13 | 6:06 AM ET
Star Wars Stormtroopers pose for photographers in a queue at Legoland in Windsor west of London. The next Star Wars film is slated to be filmed in the U.K.

The force is coming to Britain. George Osborne, the U.K. finance minister announced on Friday that the next "Star Wars" film will be made in the country.

A study found that nearly half of mothers think their children are unprepared to get a job or save. This could be due to the lack of financial literacy, a study finds.

There's a burgeoning digital content market for a generation that's taking to iPads before they can walk.

The network of thieves who drained ATMs around the world of $45 million in mere hours sent ripples through the security world, raising fears more thefts may be in store.

A still from The Great Gatsby film showing off Tiffany's Great Gatsby Collection Savoy Headpiece.

Inspired by the glitz and glamour of the 1920s, several retailers are launching Great Gatsby-themed lines.

Ashley Madison's new Black Book app.

For better or for worse (probably for worse), cheating on your spouse just got a little easier.

Stuck: When Moms Can't Afford to Work Sun, 12 May '13 | 6:46 AM ET

You might think that being a stay-at-home mom is a choice. In fact, many moms are staying at home with their kids because they can't afford to work.

Mansion Price Cuts in Gatsby Country Fri, 10 May '13 | 2:24 PM ET
Scene from "The Great Gatsby."

In Jay Gatsby's time, the mansions along Long Island's Gold Coast were famous for their excess and price tags. Now, they're more famous for their price cuts.

Hooters Offers Moms Free Food on Mother's Day Fri, 10 May '13 | 10:30 AM ET

Hoping to attract female customers, the chain is hoping to lure mothers by offering free entrees for mothers. Would you take your mom to Hooters for Mother's Day?

'Tree Killer' Ravages Florida's Citrus Groves Fri, 10 May '13 | 7:53 AM ET
Emma Reynolds, principal at the Reynolds Farm, displays a healthy Valencia orange, left, next to a diseased one at the family groves in Lake Placid, Fla.

Florida's citrus industry is grappling with the most serious threat in its history: a bacterial disease with no cure that has infected all the state's citrus-growing counties.

MouseHouse Winner of 2012 New Venture Challenge

Colleges are beefing up business competitions for students. These contests are key to meeting investors and mentors. Success stories include GrubHub. What's the next, hot company?

Business ownership benefit communities, according to our guest bloggers. That's why two groups are launching more access to capital to more women this Mother's Day.