Martin Crutsinger, AP Economics Writer 10:34 a.m. EDT September 4, 2013 Traders work in the crude oil options pit at the New York Mercantile Exchange in this 2011 file photo.(Photo: Mario Tama...

  Applications for mortgages jump 1.3% as borrowing costs ease a tad, making homes more affordable and decision to refinance easier. A home for sale sits behind a sign that reads, "sale pending," in...

Jesse Yomtov, USA TODAY Sports 10:16 a.m. EDT September 4, 2013 Johnny Manziel and Texas A&M are in for a big challenge Saturday against FCS contender Sam Houston State.(Photo: Thomas Campbell, USA...

USA TODAY Sports 8:33 a.m. EDT September 4, 2013 Victoria Azarenka lines up a forehand.(Photo: Anthony Gruppuso, USA TODAY Sports) Story Highlights Rafael Nadal faces Tommy Robredo for a spot in the semifinals ...

JibJab co-founders Gregg and Evan Spiridellis show off JibJab products presented in IOS7 software.(Photo: By Jefferson Graham) Story Highlights Apple's mobile operating system upgrade will give a new look to your existing phone...

Brent Schrotenboer, USA TODAY Sports 6:49 p.m. EDT September 4, 2013 John L. Smith went 4-8 while coaching the Razorbacks on an interim basis last season.(Photo: Nelson Chenault, USA TODAY Sports) Story Highlights ...

Christopher Horner celebrates his victory in the 10th stage of the Spanish cycling tour 'Vuelta' between Torredelcampo and Alto de Hazallanas on Monday.(Photo: Javier Lizon EPA) Story Highlights Horner wins stage in 4...

Spanish cyclist Daniel Moreno of Katusha team moments before winning the ninth stage of the Vuelta on Sunday.(Photo: Javier Lizon EPA) Story Highlights Valverde crossed finish line four seconds after winner Moreno has...