Bargain hunters were out in force in New York City on Friday. Shoppers flooded several Manhattan stores, but it was clear worries about the economy tempered buying. (Nov. 28)

Following the enormous gains taken earlier in the week investors held off on making big moves Friday, but still sent Wall Street to its fifth straight winning session. (Nov. 28)

Shoppers, who had snapped their wallets shut since September, flocked to stores Friday to grab deals on everything from TVs to toys. The AP's Mark Hamrick reports. (Nov. 28)

Lending money to family members or close friends can not only put strains on your relationship, but also on your personal cash flow. AP Personal Finance Editor Trevor Delaney offers up some tips on a smooth transaction. (Nov. 28)

A state of emergency is now in place in Thailand, after four days of protests that have shutdown Bangkok's airport. Protesters have been calling for Thailand's prime minister to resign, something he has refused to do. (Nov. 28)

The protests that have shutdown Bangkok's International airport are now entering their third day. Protesters have taken over the airport, forcing the cancellation of all flights. They are demanding the resignation of Thailand's Prime Minister. (Nov. 27)

Airport terminals were eerily empty Wednesday, devoid of the typical chaos on the day before a holiday. It was the same on the roads, where traffic breezed along even though plummeting gas prices made it much cheaper to drive. (Nov. 26)

The Taj Mahal hotel has erupted in flames and explosions and screams could be heard at the century-old edifice, which came under attack hours earlier. (Nov. 26)

President-elect Barack Obama has chosen a former Federal Reserve chairman to head a board of economic experts, in his latest bid to reassure nervous consumers and financial markets that he will bring swift economic relief as president. (Nov. 26)

Holiday travelers at Newark Liberty International Airport marvel at one feature normally not seen the day before Thanksgiving: hardly any people, almost no lines. (Nov. 26)