Calendar: Week of December 14
"Sunday Morning" takes a look at some notable events of the week ahead
Federal Reserve
Why it's tricky for Fed officials to talk politically
When Janet Yellen weighed in on inequality, it opened her up to harsh criticism that was misguided -- but also avoidable
PIMCO picks Ben Bernanke to lead its board
In addition to the former Fed chair, the bond fund giant has named ex-ECB head Jean-Claude Trichet as a board member
Before you get too excited by Friday's rally. . .
November's payroll report sent stocks soaring, but here's why that's not enough to mean the bulls are in charge again
November payrolls increased more than anticipated
Government says unemployment rate held at a seven-year low of 5 percent, with table seen as set for rise in borrowing costs
Fed and ECB stimulus worries slam stocks
Investors disappointed with central banks punish financial markets across the board, pushing the Dow down for the year
Yellen confident U.S. economy is on the mend
Fed chief points to positive signals on job growth and inflation, setting stage for December hike in interest rates
The stock market is calm -- that's worrisome
Financial markets may appear tranquil, but beneath the surface some investors are girding for trouble
U.S. economy grew at 2.1 percent rate in third quarter
Less severe slowdown in stockpiling by businesses is main reason for better-than-initially thought reading of summer activity
World stocks drift as Fed-fueled rally fades
U.S. stocks were poised to open higher: Dow futures added 0.4 percent, and broader S&P 500 futures rose 0.3 percent
Global stocks move higher after signs of Fed rate hike
Futures showed that Wall Street was likely to extend its gains: Dow futures gained 0.2 percent, and S&P futures rose 0.4 percent
Below the surface, Wall Street is still nervous
Stocks may have shrugged off the shock of the Paris terror attacks, but lingering worries about rate hikes are lurking
Stocks higher; ConAgra Foods jumps on spinoff news
Investors welcomed new hints that the Federal Reserve could begin to raise interest rates as early as next month
Consumer prices rise slightly in October
Gas costs increased 0.4 percent in October but have plunged 27.8 percent over the past 12 months
Is the U.S. recovery too old for its own good?
Yes, the current expansion has already lasted much longer than usual -- but that doesn't mean it's about to end
Where Fed's critics got it wrong in GOP debate
Claims that the central bank caused income inequality and stunted the economic recovery make no sense -- here's why
Yellen: Research needed on unconventional policy tools
Fed chair's remarks did not address current economic conditions or future policy moves by the central bank
Global stocks drift ahead of Yellen comments
U.S. stocks were poised for a lackluster opening, with Dow futures down 0.1 percent and broader S&P 500 futures unchanged
Uh oh -- just 8 stocks are propping up the market
And as the Fed starts hiking rates, that could mean Wall Street gets a lump of coal rather than a Santa Claus rally
Mortgage borrowers, don't fear a Fed rate hike
Few realize that the central bank's impact on longer-term rates, such as those for home mortgages, is muted to nil
World stocks lower on gloomy forecasts
Futures pointed to a flat start on Wall Street: Dow futures were flat while S&P 500 futures were down 0.1 percent
U.S. stocks end down on weak China trade data
China's imports fell by 18.8 percent in October from a year earlier, damping hopes for an economic rebound this quarter
World stocks slip on Fed rate hike prospects, China
Futures pointed to a weak open on Wall Street: Dow futures were down 0.3 percent and S&P 500 futures were flat
Anxieties rise as rate hikes approach
Job gains and wage inflation set up a December rate liftoff, and that's likely to give bulls second thoughts
Stocks end mixed as market factors Fed rate hike
Strong October jobs report could lead the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates in December
How Charlie Kirk's assassination portends a national crisis
The murder of Charlie Kirk last week follows a litany of violent acts against political targets. Historian Jon Meacham talks about the existential questions now facing America.
Ukrainian drones target one of Russia's top oil refineries
The strike on the Kirishi refinery, in Russia's northwestern Leningrad region, follows weeks of Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil infrastructure that Kyiv says fuels Moscow's war effort.
Colorado school shooter had account on "violent gore" site, ADL says
Desmond Holly and several school shooters in the past year were active on the same website, the ADL says.
Judge says U.S. trying to circumvent legal protections with deportations to Ghana
Earlier this month, the U.S. deported a group of non-Ghanaian nationals to Ghana, including deportees from Gambia and Nigeria.
White House requests $58 million to increase security for executive, judicial branches
A White House official confirmed the extra funds would be directed to the U.S. Marshals Service and would also include enhanced protection for Supreme Court justices.
California legislature votes to phase out "forever chemicals" in cookware
California lawmakers voted to phase out a group of chemicals known as PFAS, which are often called "forever chemicals," in cookware.
Venezuela accuses U.S. of seizing fishing boat in Caribbean amid standoff
Venezuela's foreign ministry said nine fishermen were "illegally and hostilely" detained on Friday by the USS Jason Dunham.
Ex-world boxing champion Ricky Hatton found dead at age 46
Ricky Hatton shared the ring with the best boxers of his generation, including Kostya Tszyu, Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao.
Details emerge about Charlie Kirk shooting suspect. Here's what we know.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University.