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Televisa Expands Into English TV

Mexican TV giant Grupo Televisa is expanding its reach into English-language content, both through a partnership with Lions Gate and subtitles for some telenovelas.

Target Fights ‘Showrooming’

Target is asking suppliers for help in thwarting "showrooming"—that is, when shoppers come into a store to see a product in person, only to buy it from a rival online, frequently at a lower price.

Bringing Sexy to Golf

Justin Timberlake, named in December as Callaway's creative director, helped craft a new marketing campaign for the golf-equipment maker that aims to appeal to a younger demographic.

Bringing Sexy Back to Golf

Justin Timberlake, named in December as Callaway's creative director, helped craft a new marketing campaign for the golf-equipment maker that aims to appeal to a younger demographic.

New E-Books Land in Bargain Bin

Publishers are experimenting with 99-cent temporary prices on e-books, in hopes of persuading readers to sample a wider range of authors.

Macy’s Sues Martha Stewart Living

Macy's sued Martha Stewart Living to block a new licensing agreement with rival J.C. Penney, saying the agreement violated its own exclusive arrangement with the brand.

AP’s Curley to Retire

The Associated Press said Tom Curley, president and chief executive of the news cooperative since 2003, will retire by the end of this year.

Hispanic Airwaves to Get More Crowded

News Corp. is teaming up with a Colombian TV company to create a Spanish-language broadcast network for the U.S., reflecting a rush to cash in on the booming Hispanic population.

‘Underworld’ Nabs Top Spot at the Box Office

The fourth installment of the "Underworld" vampire series lured viewers into theaters this weekend, despite snowstorms in the Northeast and other pockets of the country.

‘Underworld’ Nabs Top Spot at the Box Office

The fourth installment of the "Underworld" vampire series lured viewers into theaters this weekend, despite snowstorms in the Northeast and other pockets of the country.

Disney CEO Iger Paid $31.4 Million

Walt Disney Co. Chief Executive Robert Iger received compensation valued at $31.4 million for 2011, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission

Apple Jumps Into Textbooks

Apple introduced tools designed to spur the development of textbooks and other classroom materials for the iPad, a push to drive demand for its tablet and change the education market.