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Michelin recalling 841,000 BFGoodrich, Uniroyal tiresupdated: Thu Jul 26 2012 22:53:00

Michelin North America, Inc., announced Thursday it is voluntarily recalling about 841,000 of its BFGoodrich and Uniroyal tires because tread-belt separation may cause them to lose tread and/or deflate quickly.

Schu on tire troubles: 'It's like driving on raw eggs'updated: Mon May 07 2012 12:54:00

Seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher has continued to pillory Pirelli's tires, complaining that they are like driving on "raw eggs."

'The best female chef'updated: Tue Apr 10 2012 12:51:00

Three-star Michelin Award winner Anne-Sophie Pic talks to CNN's Becky Anderson about her success.

An education in sushi with Tokyo's Michelin-starred chefupdated: Thu Nov 18 2010 20:58:00

My father-in-law lives in Fairburn, Georgia, just outside of Atlanta. When I told him that I'd be spending $350 for sushi, he burst out laughing at the outrageousness of the idea.

Sublime sushiupdated: Thu Nov 18 2010 20:58:00

CNN's Kyung Lah introduces us to a man who has been making sushi for 70 years.

My favorite place: Danny DeVitoupdated: Wed Jun 30 2010 09:31:00

"My family comes from San Fele, in southern Italy, and growing up in Asbury Park, New Jersey, my house was always filled with relatives from the old country --sleeping in chairs, eating, and drinking my uncle's homemade red wine.

Don't treat schools like fast food jointsupdated: Tue Jun 01 2010 14:16:00

In 2006 I spoke at TED about developing children's natural powers of creativity and imagination. Returning to TED in 2010 I wanted to focus on the need for a radical shift in education more generally.

Bring on the learning revolutionupdated: Tue Jun 01 2010 14:16:00

Author/educator Ken Robinson makes the case for a radical shift from standardized schools to personalized learning.

Wining, dining not necessary for datingupdated: Fri Mar 19 2010 11:46:00

I was sitting at brunch last weekend eating greasy eggs with one of my guy friends. "So, how's the love life?" I asked.

Famed restaurant takes stockupdated: Fri Feb 05 2010 12:53:00

Al Goodman profiles Ferran Adria, who has announced he will close his famed restaurant for two years.

Chef to close 'world's best' eatery in search for inspirationupdated: Fri Feb 05 2010 12:53:00

Spanish chef Ferran Adria is concerned about the success of his El Bulli restaurant, rated the world's best by various publications and where it's almost impossible to get a reservation.

A.J. Jacobs ponders how much to titheupdated: Fri Dec 18 2009 11:51:00

There are many practices from biblical times that are best left in the past. Stoning adulterers comes to mind. As does sacrificing oxen.

CNNMoney: Michelin Man, tire-tossing superheroupdated: Tue Oct 06 2009 15:06:00

The mild-mannered Michelin Man is about to undergo a makeover, emerging as a tire-chucking superhero in a new global advertising campaign launching Tuesday.

Go left: Driving in Great Britain and Irelandupdated: Thu Aug 13 2009 09:57:00

While most first-time visitors to Europe choo-choose to travel by train, consider the convenience of driving. Behind the wheel you're totally free, going where you want, when you want.

Guinness takes Nigeriaupdated: Wed Aug 12 2009 14:50:00

With more Guinness sold in Nigeria than in Ireland, CNN's Christian Purefoy examines the secret to Guinness success.

Guinness' success highlights opportunity in Nigeria, Africaupdated: Wed Aug 12 2009 14:50:00

Kashi Shodeinde turned the ignition and his battered truck convulsed as black fumes poured from the exhaust. His precious cargo of bottled Guinness beer rattled as he set off into the gauntlet of Lagos' potholed roads and traffic.

Famed eatery can reopen amid health probeupdated: Wed Mar 11 2009 18:06:00

A renowned restaurant that was closed after diners reported becoming ill can reopen Thursday, although the exact source of the outbreak has not been identified, British health authorities said Wednesday.

Mystery at Michelin-starred eatery as hundreds go sickupdated: Fri Mar 06 2009 11:29:00

As many as 400 people may have gotten sick after eating at a renowned Michelin-starred restaurant in England, health authorities said Friday.

Copenhagen: City overviewupdated: Thu Jan 08 2009 07:01:00

A recent study on global wellbeing showed the Danes to be the happiest people on the planet and with about a fifth of them living in their capital it stands to reason that Copenhagen must be a little bit special.

Copenhagen: Where to eatupdated: Thu Jan 08 2009 06:56:00

At last count, Copenhagen's restaurants boasted 12 Michelin stars between them, more than anywhere else in Scandinavia.

Tokyo: Where to eatupdated: Thu Jan 08 2009 06:44:00

Last year, the Michelin guide's first foray into Tokyo left the city with some 190 Michelin stars, compared with 95 in Paris and 50 in London and New York. Of course, that's partly down to the sheer number of eateries in Tokyo -- estimated at more than 180,000 establishments -- but it's also testimony to the reverence Tokyoites have for fresh ingredients prepared with the utmost care.

Heading two companiesupdated: Mon Jun 16 2008 04:16:00

Examines Carlos Ghosn's rich cultural background and how it has helped him lead to major companies on two different continents, at the same time.

Portugal: Bridging the past and futureupdated: Fri May 30 2008 10:11:00

With its membership in the European Union, many things are changing in Portugal. Day after day the roads here were messing up my itinerary -- I'd arrive in town hours before I thought I would. I remember a time when there were absolutely no freeways in Portugal. Now, the country has plenty. They build them so fast, even my Michelin map is missing new ones.

Fortune: Tips from a gourmandupdated: Thu Feb 28 2008 15:06:00

It's a universal truth: People are more passionate about food than tires. Over 100 years after Michelin first published its restaurant guides, they remain one of the French company's signature products - even though they make up less than 1% of its $21 billion in sales.

People.com: Kirstie Alley Launching Her Own 'Weight-Loss Brand'updated: Wed Feb 20 2008 15:24:00

Kirstie Alley may have parted ways with Jenny Craig after a three-year relationship, but the actress is not leaving the weight-loss field, she tells PEOPLE exclusively.

Country Houses, Castles and Commerceupdated: Fri Dec 28 2007 11:05:00

In the final Art of Life of 2007 we explore rural residences and thriving country businesses in the UK.

Chatsworth Houseupdated: Fri Dec 28 2007 11:05:00

The Cavendish family talk about their pioneering approach to creating a profitable business.

Tokyo crowned gourmet food capitalupdated: Fri Nov 30 2007 11:14:00

Michelin guide rates Tokyo the world's top city for gourmet food. CNN's Kyung Lah reports.

Greek revival: High style in Athensupdated: Wed Oct 24 2007 14:06:00

Since the 2004 Olympics, Greece's ancient capital, Athens, has undergone a much-needed face-lift. And with a new look drawing international attention, the city is hitting its stride.

CNNMoney: Chinese tires recalledupdated: Wed Jun 27 2007 22:41:00

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has ordered a recall of 450,000 light truck tires that could have an increased risk of tread separation.

CNNMoney: Union calls a strike at Goodyearupdated: Thu Oct 05 2006 13:29:00

Some 15,000 members of the United Steelworkers went on strike at 16 Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. plants in the United States and Canada Thursday after the union rejected the company's latest contract proposal.

Business 2.0: Blurring some fine scenery in a 1,001-horsepower carupdated: Fri Sep 15 2006 12:40:00

No car company sets out to make a $1.4 million automobile. It just sort of happens.

Weird sounding food top of the tableupdated: Tue Apr 11 2006 09:42:00

Bright green truffles, carrot-flavored foam and liquid that tastes like olives may sound odd, but they are among the dishes that have helped El Bulli become the best eatery in the world.

Fortune: 3 stocks: One to duck, two to eyeupdated: Wed Apr 05 2006 08:37:00

Rally on! Really seems like it's one of those 'I better get on board quick' rallies if you ask me. And don't even ask me about the Indian stock market, up 24 percent this year ...

Fortune: A Man With His Eye on the Suite Spotupdated: Wed Mar 29 2006 10:54:00

HORST SCHULZE is his own toughest customer. After spending 13 years as the president and COO of Ritz-Carlton Hotels, he went on to form the West Paces Hotel Group, which is in the midst of launchin...

Antwerp City Guideupdated: Wed Feb 15 2006 12:06:00

Check out The Scene's recommendations for the Flemish fashion capital and send us your ideas and suggestions.

Edinburgh City Guideupdated: Fri Feb 03 2006 05:30:00

Check out The Scene's recommendations for the Scottish capital and send us your ideas and suggestions below.

Copenhagen City Guideupdated: Thu Feb 02 2006 10:36:00

Check out The Scene's recommendations for the Danish capital and send us your ideas and suggestions below.

CNNMoney: 50 best firms for people over 50updated: Thu Sep 29 2005 11:05:00

2005's 50 best companies for people over 50, according to the AARP:

The master chef who killed himselfupdated: Tue Jul 26 2005 16:02:00

From the time he was a teenager, Bernard Loiseau had one overarching ambition: to be the chef of a restaurant rated three stars in France's annual Michelin Guide, the leading arbiter of the country's restaurants.

Science creates gastronomic stormupdated: Mon Jun 27 2005 10:50:00

Bright green truffles, carrot-flavored foam and liquid that tastes like olives may sound like odd dishes, but they are among those that have helped Spanish restaurant El Bulli earn its reputation as one of the best in the world.

Fortune: face offupdated: Mon Mar 21 2005 00:01:00

New York natives and visitors craving more criticism will soon have another guide to turn to. In November, Michelin will make its U.S. debut with a New York City restaurant guide containing bons mo...

CNNMoney: Where the rubber meets the snowupdated: Wed Oct 13 2004 14:29:00

Hi-tech features like electronic stability control and traction control can help keep your car from skidding out of control of wet or snowy pavement. But they can only make the most of the whatever traction your tires have available to them.

Money Magazine: Let It Snow Winter's foul weather calls for winter tires, even when you have four-wheel drive.updated: Fri Nov 01 2002 00:01:00

Even for seasoned denizens of the snowbelt, white stuff on the ground can mean white knuckles on the steering wheel. But while no one would dream of donning flip-flops to shovel the driveway, many ...

Fortune: That's The Ticket Before you decide where your company should be headed, perhaps you and your employees updated: Mon Sep 03 2001 00:01:00

Many "isms" dominate the managerial mindscape: capitalism, Taylorism, cynicism. But one particular "ism" whose potential business impact seems woefully undervalued is tourism.

Fortune: Concorde Rebornupdated: Mon Sep 03 2001 00:01:00

Until the Concorde crashed last summer, WPP CEO Martin Sorrell took it once or twice a month, shortening each leg of his London-New York commute by five hours. But after that horrendous news footag...

Fortune: Set Adrift On Memory Blissupdated: Mon Jun 11 2001 00:01:00

Picture yourself meandering downriver in Burgundy on a sunny day and pulling over for lunch at a Michelin two-star. Even if you've never so much as rowed a dinghy, it's an easily realized dream. Re...

Fortune: Firestoneupdated: Mon Jun 11 2001 00:01:00

That burning smell is the charred remnants of Ford and Firestone's 95-year-old relationship. When the tire company learned that the automaker planned to recall 13 million of its cars, the partnersh...

Fortune: Big Wheels Not Ready For Spotlightupdated: Mon Oct 02 2000 00:01:00

Amid the Ford and Bridgestone/Firestone controversy, attendees of the International Tire Exhibition and Conference in Akron seemed to have one thing on their minds: Would Peter Jennings show up? Sa...

Fortune: D-Day Alain Ducasse, considered by many to be the world's best chef, has just landed in New York City.updated: Mon Jul 24 2000 00:01:00

Life is quite simple, really. You feel at home in either Rome or Florence. You have a kinship with either dogs or cats. And when someone says the name "Alain Ducasse," you either stare blankly and ...

Fortune: Lance Armstrong, C'est Moiupdated: Mon Mar 06 2000 00:01:00

You've accomplished every goal but one: competing in the Tour de France. You've got the Campagnolo bicycle, the Lycra shorts, the type-A personality. What's missing? Maybe a superhuman heart, thigh...

FSB: Red Clay, Green Tea A novice soaks up the spa experience.updated: Mon Nov 01 1999 00:01:00

I spent part of a recent Saturday wrapped in heated blankets and tinfoil while a concoction of red clay, grape seeds, green tea, and lavender baked into my skin. The padded table below me was conto...

Fortune: Making The Scene In Moscow How and where to be way krutoi in the Wild East.updated: Mon Mar 16 1998 00:01:00

It's midnight in Moscow. At the entrance to the Up & Down Club, a black-bereted ex-paratrooper is exercising "face control," the two-way radio in his fist as firm a deterrent to trespass as any Kal...

Fortune: WHERE TO? SHOTGUN VETTINGupdated: Mon Oct 27 1997 00:01:00

Spain is the place for sherry, olives, and fine Cordovan leather, yes--but fine shotguns? Some of the world's best are indeed made there, and six premier shotgun makers are within walking distance ...

Fortune: SALES SOFT? PROFITS FLAT? IT'S TIME TO RETHINK YOUR BUSINESSupdated: Mon Jun 26 1995 00:01:00

What keeps managers up at night more than any other problem? My guess would be a business that--no matter how hard you try--just won't perform. You know the symptoms. Boosting sales and profits is ...

Fortune: FUEL FROM OLD TIRESupdated: Mon Nov 15 1993 00:01:00

With energy prices in Europe as much as twice those in the U.S., it's no surprise that Europeans are guzzling U.S. ideas for alternative fuels. Elm Energy, a division of the U.S. utility Northern I...

Fortune: COOPER TIRE & RUBBER NOW HEAR THIS, JACK WELCH!updated: Mon Apr 06 1992 00:01:00

JACK WELCH never met Ivan W. Gorr. Welch is famous for demanding that each of General Electric's lines of business ranks No. 1 or No. 2 in market share. Cooper Tire & Rubber, of which Gorr is CEO, ...

Money Magazine: DREAMING OF A WHITE CHRISTMAS Now that we have your attention, read the story and find out how to buy lingerie like this.updated: Mon Dec 01 1986 00:01:00

This Christmas season, visions of silken negligees are dancing in women's heads. Although lingerie has always been a popular holiday gift, the especially luxurious garments available today make wom...

Fortune: Rubber matchupdated: Mon Mar 03 1986 00:01:00

B.F. Goodrich and Uniroyal agreed to combine their tire businesses, creating a $2-billion company that will become the third-largest tiremaker in the U.S. The parent companies will hold equal share...

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