Communist East Germany closed its border in Berlin on Aug. 13, 1961, when it erected a wall that eventually turned into an increasingly elaborate fortification snaking through the city and around ...

A series of image-improving initiatives announced by Wal-Mart Stores Inc. in recent days closely follows the recommendations of a consultant's report that found that the public believes the retailer ...

In a move to spiff up its image, Wal-Mart is piloting a new marketing campaign that trumpets its health-care plans, charitable contributions and positive impact on the American economy with two TV ads ...