Here are today's top news stories from Fool.com. Check back throughout the day as this list is updated.
Foreign Holdings of U.S. Debt Hit $5.46 Trillion
Sandy Sinks Industrial Production
Nike to Sell Cole Haan Brand for $570 Million
Twinkie Maker Hostess Shutting Down
Allergan to Buy SkinMedica Skin Care Business for $350 Million
IKEA Says Suppliers in the Past Did Use Forced Labor
Oil Prices Rise as Traders Eye Mideast Conflict
Hill Leaders Voice Confidence in Debt Deal
JPMorgan, Credit Suisse Paying $417 Million in SEC Case
Gulf Rig Fire Leaves 4 Hurt, 2 Missing
Judge Leaning Toward OK of $22.5 Million Fine for Google
Pilots at American Airlines Hold Second Contract Vote
Rigs Exploring for Oil and Gas on the Rise
FTC Seeks Details From Visa on Debit Card Service
Dell Buys Software Company Gale Technologies