(Feb 24, 2006) While USDA's latest cattle numbers fell short of any kind of a record, they did indicate the fourth consecutive month in which expansion surpassed that of the previous year.

(Feb 24, 2006) The Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company, which operates ports-of-call in the East and South, sold its operating interests to Dubai Ports World, a state-owned company in the United Arab Emirates.

(Feb 24, 2006) President Bush: "This bill is not going to solve our energy challenges overnight..." Six months after President Bush signed the energy bill into law, U.S energy policy remains a contentious issue.