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Unrest in France Hinders Macron's Push to Revive Economy

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The Yellow Vest protests roiling the country have cost businesses billions of euros and threatened President Emmanuel Macron's strategy for growth.

Unbuttoned: When Your New C.E.O. Is Also Your New Husband

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Tory Burch and Pierre-Yves Roussel have joined forces at work and at home. Don't expect reality T.V.

Trump plan to revive Postal Service: Sell access to your mailbox

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A Trump administration study suggests the money-losing USPS should franchise mailboxes to other delivery businesses

Hemp supporters cheer crop's inclusion in farm bill deal

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Hemp's supporters are cheering a final agreement on the federal farm bill that would legalize the crop that's making a comeback in Kentucky.

Late-Night TV Hosts Give Publicity-Starved Novelists the Star Treatment

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TV coverage of literary fiction has dwindled, but Trevor Noah and Seth Meyers are exceptions. "Who would have guessed that a 700-page novel would be on national TV?" one publishing executive said.

Waco, Reborn

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A home-makeover show based in this central Texas town has created a tourism boom.

Market Snapshot: U.S. stocks close mostly lower in volatile trade

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U.S. stocks finish mostly lower Tuesday in a session that saw the key indexes weave in and out of positive territory as investors weighed mounting political tension in the nation's capital against renewed optimism over U.S.-China trade talks.

Strong U.S. job market hurts care for those in nursing homes

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Facing low pay and grueling conditions, many workers in senior care facilities flee for other jobs

Sundar Pichai, Google's C.E.O., Testifies on Capitol Hill

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Google's chief is getting his turn under the Washington bright lights, appearing before lawmakers to explain his company's practices, which some critics say are biased against conservatives.

Currencies: U.S.-China trade talks help risk appetite in currency markets; dollar inches higher

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After a day dominated by Brexit headlines, currency markets are driven by news on the trade front on Tuesday, helping risk appetite across the board.

Enbridge Gives Investors a 10% Raise for 2019 (and There's Plenty More Coming Down the Pipeline)

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The Canadian energy infrastructure giant unveiled a bullish outlook for the next several years.

Vows: Arts Meets Science and Chemistry Wins the Day

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Paul Romer had a doubly big day: he was married to Caroline Weber in the morning and then accepted a Nobel Prize in the evening.

Trump Today: Trump Today: President clashes with Pelosi and Schumer over border wall and calls talks…

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President Donald Trump on Tuesday got into a heated clash with Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer over his proposed border wall, as he said talks with China were "very productive."

Wall St. Gives Up Early Gains as Boost From China-U.S. Trade Talks Fades

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The downturn was the latest swing in a volatile stretch shaped by, among other things, investors' worries over a slowing global economy and trade tensions between the United States and China.

DSW Inc. (DSW) Q3 2018 Earnings Conference Call Transcript

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DSW earnings call for the period ending October 31, 2018.

Hundreds of Complaints Flood In About New York Store Signs, but From Whom?

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After a spike in anonymous complaints about store signage, some merchants are facing big fines, and others are taking their signs down as a precaution.

Transcript of the heated exchange between Trump, Pelosi and Schumer

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Here's the transcript, as provided by the White House, of the remarks made by President Donald Trump alongside Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi.

Market Extra: Why stock-market bulls may soon be complaining about the Fed's quantitative tightening

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As the Fed weighs slowing the pace of interest-rate increases, stock market investors may be more attentive to the reduction of the central bank's balance sheet.

What Happens When 25,000 Amazon Workers Flush Toilets?

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Amazon's offices in Queens will be built over an aging sewage system. The city says the pipes can handle the wastewater, but residents are worried.

CBS holds an annual meeting without Les Moonves

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Former CEO and company's investigations of misconduct allegations against him loom over latest shareholder gathering

Jimmy Dean sausage recalled because it may contain metal

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Food manufacturer received complaints that some of its pork and poultry products contained foreign material

Europe Markets: European markets rally on upbeat data, trade-talk hopes

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Europe stocks are shooting higher after an update sentiment survey from the region's biggest economy. Signs of another upbeat day on Wall Street is also helping out. .

December specials: Your guide to the month's festive freebies and merry meal deals

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Here's an early holiday gift: A roundup of meal deals and freebies for December.

California fire chief: State must adapt to new wildfire norm

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California's increasingly deadly and destructive wildfires have become so unpredictable that government officials should consider banning home construction in vulnerable areas, the state's top firefighter says.

Why Stitch Fix Shares Plummeted Today

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Shares of the online styling service plunged on another round of slower-than-expected user growth.

Wealth Matters: The Secret to Buying the Perfect Diamond

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This is a popular time of year to buy a diamond, but the gemstone has become increasingly expensive. Here's how to make sure you are getting the best price.

Kathie Lee Gifford Says She Will Leave 'Today' in April

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Ms. Gifford, and her co-host Hoda Kotb, have become fixtures on NBC's morning lineup over the past decade, along with their ever-present glasses of wine.

Here's Why Global Blood Therapeutics Fell 10.1% in November, Then Jumped 37% Since

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The company reported boring third-quarter 2018 operating results, but followed up with important clinical updates in the first week of December.

French protests are costing the country a fortune

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Lost business and tax revenues, plus new spending to placate protesters, are adding up to billions of euros

Pink and blue are out as millennial parents show growing preference for gender-neutral toys

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More parents and marketers are moving away from traditional "boy" and "girl" designations for toys, experts say.

These are some thoughtful and appropriate gifts for your boss

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Buying a gift for a boss is tough...do you get them a bottle of wine? Is wine even allowed in the office? Have no fear...a safe fool proof list is here.

London Markets: FTSE 100 climbs, led by jump in WPP

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3 Major Problems With 401(k) Plans

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Employer-sponsored plans are useful retirement savings tools, but they sure aren't perfect.

Time Names Person of the Year for 2018: Jamal Khashoggi and Other Journalists

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The honorees, called "the guardians of truth," included the staff of the Capital Gazette newspapers in Maryland, two Reuters journalists imprisoned in Myanmar and a journalist in the Philippines.

Catch limits increase for key West Coast groundfish species

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Federal fisheries managers are increasing catch limits for several West Coast groundfish species that were previously overfished, a move that marks the greatest expansion of a West Coast fishery in years.

Trump Administration to Step Up Pressure on China

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The weeklong campaign, which is expected to include indictments of hackers, stems from concern within the administration that Beijing will not easily change its trade, cyber and economic practices.

Why Shares of Gogo Popped Today

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The airplane internet provider has solved its de-icing problem.

What to Make of Facebook's Buyback Boost

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The social networking giant recently added $9 billion to its share repurchase authorization.

The Ratings Game: Stitch Fix shares sink 26% as focus shifts from new clients to selling more to exi…

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Stitch Fix shares plunge after the company announces a shift in strategy that spooks investors.

Mark Hulbert: Brexit breakdown could be bullish for U.S. stocks

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Investors' growing fear and pessimism may be seeds of a future market rebound, writes Mark Hulbert.

Google CEO says "no plans to launch search in China"

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Pichai also fielded questions on transparency, bias and accountability from a House panel

To grow sales, yogurt makers change their culture to expand beyond breakfast

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Total U.S. retail sales were $8.8 billion in 2017, up from $8 billion five years earlier, but it's not just about breakfast anymore.

Instagram influencers add entrepreneur to their titles

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These self-made celebrities are launching their own skincare, makeup, and subscription box services and creating competition for more traditional brands

Sure, Verizon blew $4.6 billion on AOL and Yahoo, but at least it isn't AT&T

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Verizon's deals for Yahoo and AOL haven't worked out well, but AT&T M&A failures might be worse.

Pinterest sees 690% surge in 'side hustles at home,' unveils top search trends

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Pinterest is on top of 2019 trends including ginger oil, Bakuchiol, dilapidated castles, hot springs, godparent proposals, and vertical gardens.

Google hearing: CEO Sundar Pichai tells Congress there are no 'current plans' for China, r…

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Google's chief executive officer Sundar Pichai rejected claims of political bias against conservatives in his first-ever appearance before Congress.

Gas plummets to 2018 low as oil's slide delivers savings

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Gas prices hit a low for the year on Tuesday as oil's plunge offered relief at the pump for drivers.

Where your car is most likely to be stolen in every state

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24/7 Wall Street determined the city in every state where your car is most likely to be stolen based on data from the National Insurance Crime Bureau.

Manchester clothing firm lodges trademark claim against Bentley Motors

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Brandlogic, which owns the Bentley 1962 clothing brand, claims Bentley Motors has damaged its business.

Hertz adding biometric scanning to car-rental checkouts

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It's partnering with Clear to bring the technology to 40 U.S. locations, including major airports, in 2019

Microsoft's Satya Nadella ranked as best CEO in US; Google's Sundar Pichai, Amazon's …

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Other CEOs in the top 10 include Home Depot's Craig Menear, Google's Sundar Pichai, Amazon's Jeff Bezos and Saleforce's Marc Benioff.

Google fined by Russia for failing to comply with Search Results Law

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Russia just fined Google 500,000 rubles, which is around $7,500, for violating the law. Veuer's Sam Berman has the full story.

A big market collapse and $20 oil make the list of Nomura's 'grey swan' predictions for 2019

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While black swans are impossible to predict, Nomura analysts put nine 'grey swans' for 2019 on their radar.

Delta: Support animals no longer welcome on long flights

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Starting Dec. 18, the airline is tightening its rules, citing problems the animals have often caused

"Buy now, pay later": Consumer watchdogs warn of point-of-sale lending

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Several tech companies, including Affirm, Afterpay, and Klarna, are offering point-of-sale loans (or instant installment plans) as an alternative to credit cards in online shopping. But consumer watchdogs are worried about who the loans are targeting. Tony Dok…

"Buy now, pay later": Old-fashioned loan-sharking with a Silicon Valley smile?

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Tech companies like Affirm, Afterpay and Klarna are offering instant installment plans as an alternative to credit cards

Jimmy Buffett’s new Margaritaville Orlando resort will open in January

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Searching for your lost shaker of salt? You might find it again in Orlando this winter.

Scathing report finds Equifax data breach was "entirely preventable"

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Equifax failed to patch its systems when vulnerabilities were detected and stored sensitive data on out-of-date and subpar systems

China, U.S. discuss plans for trade talks amid break in tariff battle

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Negotiations appear to be moving forward, despite tensions over the arrest of a Chinese tech executive

Equifax data breach was "entirely preventable," congressional report says

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A scathing new report finds one of the largest data breaches in U.S. history was "entirely preventable." A 14-month congressional investigation slammed credit rating agency Equifax for lacking preventative measures in a data breach that exposed the personal in…

Yellen and the Fed are afraid of a corporate debt bubble, but investors still aren't

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The corporate debt scaring policy experts like former Fed Chair Janet Yellen isn't throwing too much of a fright into market participants.

Stocks fluctuate on competing news about government shutdown, trade tensions

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After an early rally, stocks shifted between gain and loses. Investors weighed threats of a government shutdown against easing trade tensions.

Amazon, derided as a 'job killer,' actually boosts local employment and business, Morgan Stanley say…

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In cities with multiple Amazon fulfillment centers, job creation was 'well above the national average.' The e-commerce giant has been 'both a net job creator and a catalyst for stronger job growth,' Morgan Stanley found.

DealBook Briefing: Investors May Be Overlooking Their Own Discrimination

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A Morgan Stanley study suggests that investors think their financing decisions are balanced, but in reality they're skewed.

China to 'cut US car tariff to 15%'

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The reported proposal would make tariffs on US cars the same as those from other countries.

Shipping Christmas gifts this year? Here are the deadlines for USPS, UPS and FedEx

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If you want your Christmas gifts to arrive on time, here are the key dates you need to know for the U.S. Postal Service, UPS and FedEx.

Why older headlights are a 'major safety concern' for American motorists

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At an average of 11 years old, the typical vehicle on the road today generates only 22 percent of the light that new headlights generate, AAA says.

10 'Yankee Swap' that won't get thrown away

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Enough with the gag gifts already! These are all actually useful (and under budget!)

Fast-food chains that closed more stores than opened in 2018

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As sales decline, fast-food chains are being forced to rethink menus, refocus expansion strategies, and in some cases close down units completely.

Pound sinks after no confidence report

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The pound falls after a report that colleagues of Theresa May could trigger a no confidence vote.

These are the 5 best holiday deals on Amazon right now

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Save on the gifts you we're already going to buy.

Ex-Fed's Richard Fisher: Rates need to go higher to create enough room to cut should economy tank

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'They have yet to put enough nuts in the tree before winter comes,' says former Dallas Fed president Richard Fisher.

Start-up Spire Global lands deal with ESA's Galileo satellites for predictive weather data

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Satellite analytics company Spire Global is the first in the world to partner with the European Space Agency to use the European Union's Galileo constellation to gather advanced weather data, the company told CNBC exclusively on Tuesday.

Delta bans kittens and puppies as support animals on long flights

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Delta bans emotional support kittens and puppies under four months, and all emotional support animals on long haul flights after multiple incidents. Elizabeth Keatinge has more.

France 'Gilets Jaunes': Spending cuts to fund Macron concessions

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Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire says measures to defuse protests will be paid for by spending cuts.

Recommendations on navigating the holiday tipping landscape

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Here’s how much to tip this holiday season if you don’t want to come off looking like a Grinch. Buzz60's Sean Dowling has more.

McDonald's outlines plan to cut antibiotics from its beef supply

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The burger chain is working with its suppliers in 10 markets, including the U.S., and calls antibiotic resistance "a critical public health issue."

These fast-food chains closed more restaurants than they opened in 2018

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24/7 Wall St. identified three U.S.-based fast food chains that have closed more locations in the United States than they opened so far in 2018.

Barbara Corcoran finds great deals on houses in hot markets-here's her secret

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'I know it seems counter-intuitive, but I bought every single home I've ever bought' this way, she says.

Dreaming of a green Christmas? More shoppers look for gifts good for the environment

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At a time when more Americans are eco conscious, some shoppers are determined the gifts they buy this holiday season preserve the environment.

Can online brands save the mall?

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Are these the brands that might save the mall? Many once online-only retailers are moving into the suburban mall, finding value in the traditional store but offering experiences tailored to their customers. (Dec. 6)

Amazon sackings 'follow sales data leaks'

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Amazon reportedly believes the staff had been abusing their access to an internal database.

More than 10,000 Verizon employees sign up for voluntary buyout

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The 10,400 departing Verizon employees agreed to a buyout, with some receiving up to 60 weeks' salary, bonus and other benefits.

What your taste in beer says about your personality

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You can tell a lot about a person based on whether they’re a cat person or a dog person, and it turns out the same goes for beer.

Panera Bread giving away free bagels through the rest of the year

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Freebies are a top reason to join rewards program. This month, those freebies come as free bagels at Panera Bread.

Burger King is selling Whoppers for a penny – but you need to head to McDonald's first

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Craving a Whopper? You'll want to make a detour to McDonald's first to take advantage of Burger King's new promotion.

Women are less likely to be recommended for an 'intellectual' job

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According to a new New York University study, women are less likely to get recommended for jobs that require intellectual ability. Elizabeth Keatinge has more.

Jimmy Dean ready-to eat sausage links recalled because they may contain metal pieces

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CTI Foods is recalling more than 14 tons of Jimmy Dean ready-to-eat sausage links because they may have pieces of metal in them.

Your first trade for Tuesday, December 11

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The 'Fast Money' traders share their first moves for the market open.

There could be an unlikely place to hide out if a recession is coming: Housing

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Some investors are fearing that the recent action in the stock and bond markets is signaling a recession may be nearing. If that's the case, there could be an unlikely market to hide out in this time: housing.

Google chief denies political bias claims

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US lawmakers accused firm of "programming" bias against conservative views into its algorithms.

You'll be shocked at what a good Santa Claus can make each season

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It pays to deal with screaming children all day. Buzz60's Sean Dowling has more.

Blame Washington for painful sell-offs not economic problems, Wall Street bull Rich Bernstein says

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Institutional Investor hall of famer Rich Bernstein believes stocks should be reflecting a healthy economy right now.

India appoints new central bank governor

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Shaktikanta Das will take over at Reserve Bank of India after the shock departure of his predecessor.

Krispy Kreme celebrates 'Day of Dozens' Wednesday with sweet $1 deal

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Take advantage of Krispy Kreme's "Day of the Dozens" deal Wednesday to be the office champion. Get a dozen doughnuts for $1 with purchase of a dozen.

Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: DSW, F, GM, CVS, PFE & more

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Names on the move ahead of the open.

It's a Briefcase! It's a Pizza Box! No, It's a Mini Satellite

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Orbiting instruments are now so small they can be launched by the dozens, and even high school students can build them.

Laser pointers should be thrown away, say safety experts

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Parents are being warned that their children's eyesight could be at risk.

From gift cards to charities, don't get duped by scammers this holiday season

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With consumers expected to spend at least $717 billion this holiday season, it’s also prime time for identify thieves and others to prey on shoppers.

How an ex-General Motors exec and his Marine son became salsa kings

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Tom Smith and his son David Smith took a recipe and a dream to create Jar Head Salsa. It will sell $400,000 this year just from farmers markets.

Cowen's internet analyst calls Amazon his best idea for 2019, sees a 40% gain

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Cowen's internet analyst says Amazon is his best idea for 2019 because multiple drivers will generate solid revenue and margin growth.

Fintech start-up Plaid raises $250 million at $2.7 billion valuation, adds Mary Meeker to board

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Plaid announces that venture capitalist Mary Meeker has led a $250 million funding round and is joining the fintech company's board.

Yellen warns of another potential financial crisis: 'Gigantic holes in the system'

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Former Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen told an audience in New York City Monday night that she fears there could be another financial crisis.

Carlos Ghosn, Ex-Nissan Chief, and Nissan Are Charged With Misstating His Pay

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Prosecutors in Japan charged the company and its former chairman with violating financial laws by underreporting his compensation by tens of millions of dollars.

'Aquaman' Is Already a Box Office Titan

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The superhero movie took in $94 million in China, validating a risky distribution strategy. It arrives in the United States and Canada on Dec. 21.

Detention of former Nissan chairman Carlos Ghosn extended

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Ghosn’s lawyer filed a protest with the court against the prolonged detention, the Tokyo District Court said.

Jack Dorsey, Posting About Myanmar on Twitter, Is Accused of Being Tone Deaf

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Mr. Dorsey's tweets about his silent-meditation retreat in the country were criticized for not mentioning the plight of the Rohingya, a persecuted Muslim minority.

Wages rises accelerate to fastest pace since 2008

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Average weekly earnings record the biggest rise since November 2008.

Always in a Rush, Business Travelers Push for Even Speedier Hotel Services

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Hotels have started to offer grab-and-go food outlets, short workouts and express beauty treatments.

Broadband customers to get automatic compensation

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The automatic compensation code will apply only when the fault takes longer than two days to fix.

Vijay Mallya, India's 'King of Good Times,' Should Be Extradited, U.K. Court Says

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Mr. Mallya, who turned a family brewing business into a sprawling conglomerate, fled to Britain in 2016, facing unpaid bills and accusations of fraud in his native country.

Seven things to watch as Google's CEO appears before Congress hearing

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Google chief Sundar Pichai will answer questions from the House Judiciary Committee.

Best Buy's '20 Days of Doorbusters' promises exciting deals in December

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Doorbusters aren't just for Black Friday. Best Buy has "20 Days of Doorbusters" going on now through Dec. 20.

Huawei Executive's Lawyers Fight for Bail Ahead of Extradition Decision

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On the second day of a bail hearing for Meng Wanzhou, a top Huawei executive who is accused of fraud, her lawyers laid out the reasons she was not a flight risk.

Carpetright losses widen as sales fall

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Sales are still falling at the retailer which is closing stores as part of a restructuring plan.

Your car's headlights could put you at risk

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Here's why it's important to know when it's time to change out your headlights.

Cloudy headlights pose huge safety risk, AAA study finds

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Clouded or yellowed headlights are a serious safety risk, according to a new AAA study.

Apple vs Qualcomm: How can one US company block another in China?

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Qualcomm said Monday that a Chinese court had granted its request for two preliminary injunctions against Apple's Chinese subsidiaries for patent infringement.

Google CEO will defend company's privacy efforts during congressional appearance

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The tech giant's top executive is expected to be grilled by lawmakers on Tuesday over privacy concerns and accusations of political bias

Amazon's Homegrown Chips Threaten Silicon Valley Giant Intel

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The retailer is now making its own server chips. It's the latest sign that big internet outfits are willing to cut out longtime suppliers.

"Fearless Girl" statue has new home at New York Stock Exchange

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The bronze girl - a message of female empowerment - is now installed in her permanent location

Evelyn Berezin, 93, Dies; Built the First True Word Processor

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Her device freed secretaries from the typewriter. But as word processing became ubiquitous, it helped eliminate their jobs.

Wall St. Rises in Day of Unsteady Trading as Global Markets Drop

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Economic and trade tensions drove global markets lower, while United States stocks moved from gains to losses and back again.

Wall St. Ignored Signs of Trouble for Months. Now It Sees Risks Everywhere.

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For stock investors in the United States, the political and economic outlooks have suddenly become ominous. More volatility could be in store this week.

Chinese Court Says Apple Infringed on Qualcomm Patents

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The decision is the latest turn in a broad legal battle between the companies. But they disagreed about its impact on iPhone sales in China.

Google Plus shutdown date gets moved up after new security breach

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Google is pulling the plug on its ill-fated social network in April, five months sooner than originally planned

The New New World: The Huawei Executive's Arrest Is Igniting Fear. The U.S. Should Take Notice.

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Chinese tech entrepreneurs are rethinking their business trips and their American ties. They could instead be valuable allies in the drive to bring more freedom to China.

India's Top Central Banker Quits as Government Seeks More Control

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Urjit Patel resigned on Monday after the Modi government sought to loosen loan restrictions and spend some of the central bank's cash reserves.

How to Stop Apps From Tracking Your Location

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Hundreds of apps can follow your movements and share the details with advertisers, retailers and even hedge funds. Here's how to limit the snooping.

Uncertainty mounts as U.K. leader seeks to delay key Brexit vote

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Prime Minister Theresa May knows her proposal is facing overwhelming defeat in Parliament, but could spooked investors galvanize support?

Are You Ready for the Financial Crisis of 2019?

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Here are five ways things could get bad for everyone.

Barclays customers can now 'switch off' spending

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Those who cannot control their spending have a new tool to help them limit their behaviour

Stocks making the biggest moves after hours: Stitch Fix, Ascena Retail and more

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See which stocks are posting big moves after the bell.

Top pot analyst says Corona maker Constellation is a best stock idea for 2019

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Constellation Brands's healthy revenue growth in the U.S. beer market, paired with strong profitability and a new investment in cannabis makes the stock one of Cowen's top stock picks heading into 2019.

Huawei: The life of Chinese tech heiress Meng Wanzhou

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Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou was arrested in Canada for allegedly breaking US sanctions against Iran.

Love Islanders' Instagram tips on how to make money from #ad

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Each paid post is making reality TV stars like Paul Knops and Jamie Jewitt hundreds of pounds - but how?

Podcasts Are Getting Newsier. Here Are 8 New Ones Worth a Listen.

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Before 'The Daily,' five-day-a-week podcasts on current events were a rarity. Now ABC News, Vox, The Washington Post and other news organizations have gotten in on the game.

The bar where your cash is worthless

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As more firms around the world refuse to take cash, does this mean the end for notes and coins?

10,000 Verizon workers take buyouts with up to 60 weeks pay

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Nearly a quarter of employees offered paid package to leave the telecom giant are voluntarily heading for the exit

How Much Could the 1MDB Scandal Cost Goldman Sachs?

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A huge fraud at a Malaysian investment fund has weighed on Goldman's stock. How are prosecutors approaching the case - and how can the firm defend itself?

Goldman Sachs reduces its outlook for Fed rate hikes, says the market is still wrong

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Tightening financial conditions and intensified skittishness over trade will cause the Federal Reserve to follow a less aggressive path when it comes to hiking rates, according to Goldman Sachs.

Interserve rescue plan prompts share collapse

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Shares in outsourcing company Interserve more than halve after it says it is seeking a rescue deal.

Peer-to-peer lender Zopa to seek more funding in 2019 as it opens its own bank

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Zopa Chief Executive Jaidev Janardana said the fintech firm would look into how to go about raising the extra capital 'early next year.'

China Tries to Balance Anger Over Huawei Arrest With Warmer Trade Ties

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China is pushing hard for the release of a tech executive, while still trying to follow up on President Trump's recent truce in trade frictions.

Called the wrong name at work? Awkward...

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What should you do when someone gets your name wrong in the professional sphere?

'I was divorced and missed having company'

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Rupert Hunt created flat-sharing website SpareRoom - and then ended up needing to use it himself after his marriage ended.

Vijay Mallya: India's most controversial businessman?

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Once called the "King of Good Times" due to his extravagant lifestyle, Vijay Mallya has been embroiled in financial scandals since 2012.

DealBook Briefing: Guess Who Said 'I Do Not Respect the S.E.C.'?

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How seriously is Elon Musk taking his recent tussle with the agency? Not too seriously, if a new interview is anything to go by.

Want to get this child tax credit for 2018? Here's how

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If you're sneaking cash payments to your nanny in 2018, you can expect to miss out on this $1,050 tax credit. How to clean up your books and get a break, as well.

Three options strategies for the week: December 10, 2018

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The 'Options Action' traders share which stocks they're watching this week.

Dow erases 500-point drop and closes higher in another wild session on Wall Street

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Stocks rose on Monday, erasing sharp losses from earlier in the day, as shares of technology companies posted strong rebounds across the board.

Nokia's lightning-quick 5G demo: A glimpse of the future?

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Could 5G connection speeds demonstrated by Nokia in Riga, Latvia, be replicated in the real world?

A Yacht, a Monet, a See-Through Piano: The U.S. Collects on a Fugitive's Shopping Spree

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The government is trying to recoup the many assets of Jho Low, a Malaysian financier at the center of an international fraud case who had very expensive tastes.

Push for alternative to leasehold system

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The Law Commission wants commonhold to be used as an alternative to leasehold in England and Wales.

Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: FB, FDX, TSLA, NTRI, TVPT & more

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Names on the move ahead of the open.

The Fed, if it keeps hiking rates, will cause a recession: Ex-Trump economic advisor Stephen Moore

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'The only thing that really worries me about the economy right now is what the Fed is doing,' says the 'Trumponomics' co-author.

Paul Tudor Jones sees more volatility, says stocks could drop as much as 15% before rebounding

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Billionaire investor Paul Tudor Jones says the stock market's wild ride will continue in 2019.

Mediator: Trump's Tawdry Tabloid Sagas Reveal Weightier Themes

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In taking on Michael Cohen, federal prosecutors find unexpected meaning in the scandals involving Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal.

Elon Musk has 'no respect' for US regulator

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Tesla's co-founder says he has no respect for the regulator, which fined him over tweets about making the company private.

A Struggling Desert Town Bets Its Future on Pot

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Nearly every block in Needles, Calif., has a run-down building being renovated by a cannabis business. Community leaders have welcomed them.

This mom owes more than $200,000 in student loans for her daughter - and she's far from alone

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More parents are borrowing loans for their children's education, and then struggling to repay the debt.

How The Times Analyzed Location Tracking Companies

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Reporters tested apps made for both Android and iOS, evaluated app code and examined the companies receiving the data.

Crossrail delay: £1.4bn bailout as autumn 2019 launch delayed

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The £15bn route, Europe's biggest infrastructure project, has been delayed for a second time.

'Fearless Girl' unveiled in front of NYSE, moved away from 'Charging Bull'

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The statue of the 'Fearless Girl' has been moved to her new home in front of the New York Stock Exchange.

Vijay Mallya can be extradited to India, London court rules

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The business tycoon left India in March 2016 after defaulting on debts of more than $1bn (£785m).

UK economy slows as car sales fall

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The economy grew by 0.4% in the three months to October, latest official figures show.

Nissan reportedly wants to keep former Chairman Ghosn and his family away from his safe in Brazil

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Japanese carmaker Nissan wants to keep former Chairman Carlos Ghosn and his family from going back to their apartment in Copacabana for fear they would destroy evidence, The Financial Times reports.

Wall Street's top pot analyst loves Cronos deal for Altria: 'Unique entry into cannabis'

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Wall Street's top marijuana analyst likes Marlboro maker Altria's $1.8 billion investment in Canadian pot company Cronos Group, telling clients the move represents a 'unique entry into cannabis.'

Venezuela crisis: Goodyear staff get '10 tyre' severance

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Staff are given tyres as part of their severance payment, as the US firm pulls out of Venezuela.

'The wrong investors can lead to meltdown'

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Choose investors carefully as "the wrong ones can lead to meltdown", says CEO Nikolay Piriankov.

Dick Bove: Here's why bank stocks are leading the market lower and likely to continue to do so

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Bank capital is under severe pressure because managements are giving away literally hundreds of billions of dollars in stock buybacks and what remains is being eroded by higher interest rates.

Apple denies iPhone sales ban in China

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Chip-maker Qualcomm says it has won an injunction against Apple in a continuing dispute over intellectual property.

France yellow vest protests: Macron promises wage rise

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The French president says the anger of "yellow vest" protesters is "deep and in many ways legitimate".

With Interest: The Week in Business: The Emails Facebook Doesn't Want You to See

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Whiplash on Wall Street, and OPEC and Russia agree to cut oil production. And Britain's Parliament votes on Brexit, and Uber resumes tests of its self-driving cars.

In Britain, a Team Effort to Help Local News Survive

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To support local newspapers and news sites, the salaries of nearly 150 reporters are being paid through Britain's TV license fee, which finances the BBC.

As Hiring Slows, Employers Say It's Getting Harder to Find Workers

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After a difficult week for the stock market and rising trade tensions, the November jobs report provided evidence that the economy remains strong.

Meng Wanzhou Was Huawei's Professional Face, Until Her Arrest

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Ms. Meng, the daughter of Huawei's secretive founder, Ren Zhengfei, had stressed transparency at the company. She is now accused of hiding Huawei's dealings in Iran.

Uber Is Said to File for an I.P.O. as It Races Lyft to a Public Debut

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The offering, which is expected to be one of the biggest ever, puts the ride-hailing service neck and neck with its rival Lyft in a race to the public markets.

What These Medical Journals Don't Reveal: Top Doctors' Ties to Industry

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Academic research publications rely on doctors to voluntarily disclose their payments from drug and health companies in a lax reporting system some say is broken.

Who really influences the price of oil?

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Does Opec still control the price of oil in today's global market?

Mexico 1971: When women's football hit the big time

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With the 2019 Women's World Cup draw on Saturday, we look back at the groundbreaking unofficial 1971 event in Mexico.

Reality Check: Your Christmas tree's carbon footprint

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What impact do Christmas trees have on the environment and should you go fake or fir?

How crisps became a million dollar idea

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The BBC's Aaron Heslehurst explains how crisps became a million dollar idea.

The worst things about working in shops at Christmas

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Christmas can be the most terrible time of the year for people working in shops.

The blind woman developing tech for the good of others

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Chieko Asakawa, blind since 14, develops groundbreaking technology for the visually impaired.

Will Opec defy Trump's call for low oil prices?

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Oil prices recently hit 12-month lows. Opec wants to raise them, President Trump wants them lowered.

Tax changes make this savings account even more valuable

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Tax changes give eligible people with disabilities several ways to put additional money into these special accounts

Tesco trial collapse heaps pressure on SFO

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The acquittal of two former Tesco directors puts the focus back on the Serious Fraud Office.

How 5G connectivity could keep these hi-tech cows healthy

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How superfast mobile connectivity will help dairy farmers monitor the health of their cows.

Should we worry about Huawei?

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Some countries are blocking the use of telecoms network equipment from the Chinese firm.

Parental leave: The good, the bad and the unexpected

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Three parents share their very different experiences of staying home to look after their children.

The terraced house inside a laboratory

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Scientists have rebuilt a terraced house inside a laboratory to help make UK homes energy-efficient.

A journey underground into one of Poland's working mines

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As Poland hosts COP24 in nearby Katowice, David Shukman journeys into the depths of a working mine.

Brexit: How will it affect chocolate supplies?

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James Ecclestone runs a small chocolate factory and says that Brexit could force his company to move abroad.

Can a brand create a 'sonic identity' from light bulbs?

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Sound is enjoying a renaissance in marketing circles, but do firms understand how to use it?

Mike Ashley: The saviour of the High Street?

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Profile of Sports Direct founder and Newcastle United billionaire owner Mike Ashley.

South Africa: Taking on a mining firm and winning

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After a decade-long battle, a small South African community stopped its land being turned into a titanium mine.

Donald Trump v the world: US tariffs in four charts

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From Spanish olives to Chinese aluminium, no corner of the world has been untouched by US trade tariffs.

Pampered pups: Is the 'pooch pound' out of control?

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The "humanisation" of dogs is driving a booming market in upmarket dog food, accessories and services.

5 Financial Steps To Take When Starting A Business

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By Kevin Simpson Starting a business can be one of the most satisfying experiences of your life, if you are able to handle the challenges that come your way. Becoming an entrepreneur is a key goal for many people, but staying in business takes effort. Acc…

Managing money is hard. Retirement shouldn't be. Get advice here.

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Five year-end steps to take while closing out this year

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Do you have the discipline to set up your business for a clean and fast start on January 1? While you're pushing 2018 over the goal line, here are five steps you can take for a great beginning in the new

5 Things Retailers Need to Consider Heading Into the 2018 Holiday Shopping Season

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Shutterstock photo For most retailers, the 2018 holiday shopping season will present their biggest opportunity of the year to engage with customers. It will also represent the bulk of their annual sales. As a result, this time of year is crucial for retai…

What if your customers went away for a month - or more?

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The storm surge is the most devastating element of a hurricane. Everybody knows that. But that maxim was compromised when Hurricane Harvey's surge onto the Houston area lowlands became just an opening act. For days, Harvey hovered over almost a dozen counties…

3 Reasons Why Loyalty Is More Important Than Ever

more than 30 days ago

Loyalty isn't about points or miles or discounts. It means more than collecting an email address in exchange for a discount. Today, loyalty is about the journey and the relationships that brands create with their customers. That's why loyalty programs take o…

Retirement contribution limits will rise in 2019

more than 30 days ago

Good news retirement savers: The Internal Revenue Service announced cost of living increases to the contribution limits for retirement-related plans in 2019.

Small Businesses Need Their Bankers More Than They Realize

more than 30 days ago

It's easy to see why entrepreneurs are bonding with alternative lenders. What's not so easy to see is why they're leaving bankers out of the loop. However, with renewed trust in each other, both institutions are finding mutual benefits. What's more - the B and…

This Is How To Turn Your Hobby Into A Thriving Business

more than 30 days ago

According to Gallup, half of employees are ready to leave their jobs. Some of these individuals might even go on to start their own businesses. While statistics indicate that half of those startup attempts will be unsuccessful, right now the small business…

The First 3 Years of Self-Financing Your Business

more than 30 days ago

By Judy McNary, CFP When running a business, the first three years set you up for future success. Therefore, if you are self-financing, or bootstrapping, it's important to prepare yourself for financial success during these first three years. Those who op…

How The 80/20 Rule Applies to Premium Loyalty

more than 30 days ago

We all know about the 80/20 rule-80 percent of a brand's sales come from 20 percent of its customers. These 20 percent are a brand's best and most valuable customers, and they are the ones who will appreciate a better experience than the other 80 percent of c…

4 Tips To Keep Personal And Business Finances Separate

more than 30 days ago

Shutterstock photo If you haven't separated your business finances from your personal finances yet, you'll want to move that up to the top of your list. Keeping personal and business finances separate can help you stay organized and provide plenty of pea…

5 Entrepreneur Mistakes You Might Not Realize You're Making

more than 30 days ago

We all make mistakes. The key is recognizing those mistakes and taking steps to learn from them - before it's too late. But are you making entrepreneur mistakes you're not even aware of? You might be. Before these mistakes sink your business, take a step ba…

4 Pieces Of Financial Advice Every Budding Entrepreneur Needs To Hear

more than 30 days ago

Promising businesses go under all the time. Unmotivated teams and stiff competition can drive startups to close shop, but research from CBInsights found that cash flow problems knock out 29 percent of failed small businesses . Without money to keep the li…

Financial Advisors: A Unique Approach Is Essential When Advising Entrepreneurs

more than 30 days ago

Getting to know a client in advance is a sound business approach; getting to know an entrepreneur client in advance is essential. From the first meeting, be relatable and accessible. They want you to advise them, so, take an interest in their professional and …

Are you prepared for the inevitable business disruption?

more than 30 days ago

This week marks an ignominious anniversary. On August 13, 2003, a single outage in the electric grid cascaded across eight northeastern states, putting 55 million people in the dark for days, and thousands of businesses out of business. The Great Blackout of '…

Why You Should Focus On Your Strength As A Business Owner

more than 30 days ago

We hear a lot about taking our weaknesses and working on them until we become strong in those areas. Unfortunately, trying to turn weaknesses into strengths might not be the best or most efficient use of your time as a business owner. Recently, I came across…

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