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Farewell Hostess, long live Twinkies

Nov 16, 2012
As Hostess Brands moves to close down, it seeks to sell its iconic brands like Twinkies and Wonder Bread to the highest bidder.

Hostess to close, but what about the Twinkies?

Nov 16, 2012
The snack cake maker has filed for permission to liquidate, but will Twinkies go down with it?

PODCAST: Tiffany's feeling blue, Twinkies go under

Jan 11, 2012
The morning after the New Hampshire primary, the decisions made by independent super PACS could have the biggest impact on the race going forward. We take a look at how the Glock changed gun culture in America. And John Moe helps untangle what's been going on at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
The flagship Tiffany & Co. store is seen on November 29, 2011 in New York City.
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Hostess heads for 'Chapter 22' bankruptcy

Jan 11, 2012
Some companies just can't escape Chapter 11 bankruptcy, and have to declare twice.

Twinkies baker files for bankruptcy protection

Jan 10, 2012
Hostess heads towards Chapter 11 for the second time in eight years. What does the future hold for iconic brands like Twinkies and Wonder Bread?