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John Hurt, Oscar-Nominated Star of 'The Elephant Man,' Dies at 77
Variety - 28 Jan 2017 04:45
John Hurt, the wiry English actor who played a drug addict in “Midnight Express,” Kane in “Alien,” the title character in “The Elephant Man,” and Winston Smith in “1984” has died, his publicist confirmed ...
Benedict Hardie Joins 'Stem'; Will Peltz Enrolls In 'Sierra Burgess'
Deadline - 28 Jan 2017 00:30
Benedict Hardie has joined the cast of Stem, the sci-fi thriller being written and directed by Leigh Whannell. Stem is from Goalpost Pictures and Blumhouse Productions, with Jason Blum, Kylie du Fresne and Brian Kavanaug...
Barron's 2017 Roundtable, Part 3: 17 Picks From Three Pros
Barron's - 28 Jan 2017 09:07
Oscar Schafer, Brian Rogers, and Abby Joseph Cohen share their top investment ideas for 2017.
Trump's immigration curbs no surprise, those affected say
Miami Herald - 28 Jan 2017 05:52
Many citizens of Muslim-majority countries affected by President Donald Trump's curbs on travel to the United States say they were hardly surprised the restrictions rank among his first orders of …
What Snapchat's commitment deals with ad agencies mean for its IPO
Business Insider - 28 Jan 2017 14:08
Samantha Lee/Business Insider As Snap Inc. accelerates towards its IPO, the company is reportedly meeting with ad agencies to seek huge commitments of their clients' ad spend for 2017. Snap chief strategy officer Imran K...
Trump Bars Refugees and Citizens of 7 Muslim Countries
The New York Times - 28 Jan 2017 04:27
The president signed an order suspending the entry of refugees into the United States for 120 days, and Syrians indefinitely, and he also ordered preferential treatment for Christians from Muslim nations.
Low Rates Boost Allure of Preferreds
Barron's - 28 Jan 2017 07:45
But investors must weigh the pros and cons of these hybrid securities.
Trump's "extreme vetting" plans causing anxiety for U.S. Muslims
CBSNews - 28 Jan 2017 06:55
The uncertainty surrounding President Trump's plans to ban immigrants from certain countries from entering the U.S. is causing stress among some already here
Republicans stressing out over 'TrumpCare'
New York Post - 28 Jan 2017 06:05
Republicans are in a tizzy over how best to repeal ObamaCare, with one lawmaker admitting at a closed-door meeting this week that once it becomes "TrumpCare," the GOP will own the results. "We'd better be sure that we're...
Trump's First Week: Misfires, Crossed Wires and a Satisfied Smile
The New York Times - 28 Jan 2017 04:20
President Trump's first week in office has seen its stops and starts, but one thing is certain: There is no lack of ambition, or effort, on his part.
In Private, Republican Lawmakers Agonize Over Health Law Repeal
The New York Times - 28 Jan 2017 04:12
An audio recording of a closed-door meeting reveals concerns that contrast with the confidence party leaders and President Trump express in public.
'Up Is Down': Trump's Unreality Show Echoes His Business Past
The New York Times - 28 Jan 2017 19:11
As a businessman and candidate, Donald J. Trump often made dubious statements, but even jaded political veterans have been astonished by his false claims since he took office.
The startup that was supposed to be the first tech IPO of 2017 pulled a shady move on some of its own bankers (CSCO)
Business Insider - 28 Jan 2017 13:57
Dan Frommer, Business Insider It looks like AppDynamics' last-minute deal to sell itself to Cisco — rather than go public as planned — was a surprise to more people than just investors. Some of the bankers working on...
Carlos Slim: Mexico shouldn't fear 'great negotiator' Trump
New York Post - 28 Jan 2017 08:43
Billionaire Carlos Slim said on Friday that Mexico should not fear Donald Trump, seeing opportunities for his country in the U.S. president’s economic policies, and praising Mexicans for uniting behind their government...
How to sign up for Obamacare before the deadline
CBSNews - 28 Jan 2017 04:23
The deadline for enrolling for health care coverage -- Jan. 31 -- is fast approaching
Russia grounds Proton-M rocket for 3 months
Miami Herald - 28 Jan 2017 14:11
Deputy Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin says that Proton-M rockets will be out of service for three and a half months because of engine problems. Rogozin announced the delay on …
Merkel says no solution yet to sharing migrant burden in EU
Miami Herald - 28 Jan 2017 14:06
German Chancellor Angela Merkel says there's no solution yet to the problem of how to fairly share the burden of migration among European Union member states. The issue has vexed …
In frigid cold, Mongolians stand in protest of air pollution
Miami Herald - 28 Jan 2017 14:06
Thousands of Mongolians have protested for the second time this winter to call attention to government inaction on air pollution. A protest Saturday drew an estimated 7,000 people, many of …
Southern EU leaders make show of unity at Lisbon meeting
Miami Herald - 28 Jan 2017 14:01
Seven southern European leaders are holding a summit to emphasize their commitment to the European Union, in the wake of Britain's vote to leave the bloc. The informal half-day meeting …
Trump aides divided over policy shielding 'dreamer' immigrants: sources
Reuters - 28 Jan 2017 13:23
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Syrian troops take control of water facility from rebels
Miami Herald - 28 Jan 2017 13:21
Syrian state TV and military media army say government troops have gained control of the main water source for Damascus. The development Saturday could signal the end of a standoff …
Top Russian Official Says Putin-Trump Call Will Be Positive
ABC News - 28 Jan 2017 12:54
Influential Russian security chief Nikolai Patrushev says Moscow has high hopes for scheduled telephone call between President Vladimir Putin and his U.S. counterpart Donald Trump