OPINION

There’s already much speculation as to what considerations Pope Francis might weigh in naming his appointees.

Some companies manage to survive, or sometimes even prosper, despite a radical change in their business environment.

Seventy percent of New York State voters (including 58 percent of Republicans) support the legalization of medical marijuana.

How could Israel's natural gas find help the current peace process? Can the energy resource encourage stability throughout the region?

Barring some unforeseen crisis, Hillary is running for President in 2016.

Is Russia looking to make a quick buck in the Mediterranean? Or is it looking to gain influence in the region?

Haley has also been mentioned as a possible Republican vice presidential (or even presidential) candidate in the near future.

Here are 10 reasons to be happy that Michael Bloomberg's 12-year reign as New York City's mayor is finally drawing to a close.

It is unclear when or if "Duck Dynasty" will return to A&E as both sides appear to be settling in for the long haul.

You’re never surprised to hear an old man died. Kyle Miller was 18.

The life-changing event for the six people involved may illustrate the drastically different paths taken by two erstwhile allies.

It's too early to be depressed -- or delighted if you're an apparel maker -- about a possible drop in the price of cotton.

Perhaps I failed to express my views completely and accurately.

Unlike Barney’s Madison Avenue, Reebok and Roc-A-Wear made sure to understand the culture of hip-hop and its demographics.

Today is the day Americans are supposed to enjoy Maple Syrup as much as Canadians do, but make sure you’re getting the real thing.

In 2012, more than 9,000 romance titles were released, with $1.44 billion in sales, making it the biggest portion of the U.S. consumer market.

De Blasio has the benefit of inheriting a city with historically low crime, something Bloomberg and most of his predecessors did not enjoy.

Peter O'Toole will undoubtedly be forever remembered for portraying “Lawrence of Arabia.”

Whether Nigella is telling the truth or not does not matter – she will forever be known as a druggie celebrity.

Strong job numbers signal to the Fed that the economy is improving which may lead to scaling back of stimulus.

The congressional push for tougher sanctions against Iran in the aftermath of the nuclear deal is understandable.

I'm getting married in two weeks, in a country that just criminalized homosexuality again. And it's making me very, very angry.

I simply cannot stand going to the movie theatres of the early 21 century.

"Mike Ditka embodies the spirit of everything the Bears are about," said Bears chairman George H. McCaskey.

The Mexican government’s leadership in electronic payments should serve as a model for other developing nations.

Nelson Mandela's death evokes memories and reflections for an expatriate South African.

Central African Republic has been plagued by months of instability and sectarian violence between Muslim and Christian communities.

Fame is only as good as the reasons behind it. Lately, Kanye West is famous for having a big mouth and sub-par music.

It's getting harder and harder to make a believable case against genetically modified crops.