Running notebook: Not in the cool just yet

The sweat may still be running off area runners in rivulets, but it's not August anymore, and that's a good thing, particularly this year.

Demand in emerging markets powers European recovery

The German economy is striding into recovery, pulled by its formidable export machine and diverging from France which is struggling with a trade deficit, latest data shows while small Europe countries jostle for recovery on the sidelines.

Ingram back running, still doubtful

Heisman Trophy winner Mark Ingram has not returned to practice for No. 1 Alabama and while Nick Saban said the injured running back is unlikely to play against No. 18 Penn State on Saturday, the coach isn't necessarily...

Bank of Canada raises rates, sees slower recovery

The Bank of Canada raised its benchmark interest rate for a third consecutive time on Wednesday and sounded surprisingly hawkish even as it forecast a more gradual economic recovery that expected.

Government appoints rural recovery coordinator

The Government has appointed an experienced rural emergency coordinator to oversee recovery efforts on quake-damaged farm properties in Canterbury.