Beef Products Inc. sued ABC News Inc. for defamation Thursday over its coverage of a meat product that critics dub "pink slime," claiming the network misled consumers into believing it is unhealthy and unsafe.

New York City's Board of Health opened up a new, experimental front in the war on obesity Thursday, passing a rule banning sales of big sodas and other sugary drinks at restaurants, concession stands, and other eateries.

MassMutual will serve as recordkeeper for Paradigms 401(k) retirement plan, serving approximately 250 U.S.-based participants.

MassMutual's Retirement Services division and its partner clients cleaned up at the PSCA's Signature Awards, including honors for the RetireSmart game.