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Getaway Suggestions for Doomsday Preppers
The New Yorker - 18 Nov 2017 14:00
Sam Marlow illustrates a humorous list of getaway suggestions for doomsday preppers.
Why Asian Shares Can Double in the Next Two Years
Barron's - 18 Nov 2017 06:19
Bank of America Merrill Lynch strategist Ajay Kapur, who correctly called the current rally, says it should last.
Will Heavy Debt Kill the Bull Market?
Barron's - 18 Nov 2017 05:57
The corporate debt market could be signaling that a bear market is coming sooner than expected. Also, Tesla's creative cash-burn ploy.
White House Memo: In Mocking Franken Over Claims of Sexual Misconduct, Trump Joins a Debate He Started
The New York Times - 18 Nov 2017 03:56
A typical politician with President Trump's history would stay far away from discussing someone else's behavior lest it dredge his own back into the spotlight.
10 things you need to know today: November 18, 2017
The Week - 18 Nov 2017 15:13
1. White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders made a "very clear distinction" Friday between Sen. Al Franken (D-Minn.), who was accused of kissing and groping a woman in 2006, and President Trump, who was accused...
Wall Street needs to start worrying about a key change in Fed policy
Business Insider - 18 Nov 2017 15:04
The Fed's plan to shrink its balance sheet gradually may have greater market impact than expected. The planned $450 billion reduction in the Fed's assets between last month and the end of 2018 could be equivalent to a fu...
Starbucks Thought It Had Avoided Christmas Controversy. Then This Happened
inc - 18 Nov 2017 14:00
It seemed like it was going to be a quiet Christmas for the coffee chain.
Fired Wells Fargo banker gets exec booted for trash talk
New York Post - 18 Nov 2017 05:38
Hell hath no fury like a banker scorned. A Wells Fargo banker who was let go for his role in a mortgage-pricing scam turned around and ratted out his superior for trashing regulators during his exit interview. The dismis...
Ryan Seacrest disputes 'reckless' misconduct allegations
USA Today - 18 Nov 2017 06:34
"I dispute these reckless allegations and I plan to cooperate with any corporate inquiries that may result," said Seacrest Friday.
CIA tells reporters they aren't invited to its holiday party
Death and Taxes - 18 Nov 2017 05:20
Real mature.
Patients evacuated as fire destroys E. Idaho nursing home
News Observer - 18 Nov 2017 21:45
Officials in southeastern Idaho say a fire gutted a nursing home early Saturday morning, but all the patients and staff made it out without serious injuries. Safe Haven Health Care …
Op-Ed Columnist: The Hillary Effect
The New York Times - 18 Nov 2017 21:30
Until now, our sexual predation seminars have been hijacked by politics. But this time may be different.
Here's why AT&T's proposed $85 billion merger with Time Warner is a bad deal for you and me (T)
Business Insider - 18 Nov 2017 16:15
Getty/Donald Bowers AT&T wants to buy Time Warner for $85 billion. AT&T's past moves have shown that it will likely use its control over Time Warner's shows and movies to thwart rivals and charge customers more. The comp...
A Foolish Take: Here's how much debt the average U.S. household owes
USA Today - 18 Nov 2017 13:30
Americans are living beyond their means.
U.S. Economic Outlook For 2018: Recession Stalking In the Shadows
Lombardi Letter - 18 Nov 2017 13:00
U.S. Economic Outlook For 2018 Must Contend With Approaching Recession The U.S. economy looks pretty good right now. U.S. GDP growth has topped three percent for two consecutive quarters. The. The post U.S. Economic Outl...
'Titan Quest' Second Expansion 'Ragnarok' Features New Enemies, Mini Bosses & More
IBTimes - 18 Nov 2017 10:00
"Titan Quest" fans would be very glad to know that a new expansion to the action role-playing game has arrived this week. Called "Ragnarok," this expansion hopes to revive the fans' fervor by introducing new enemies, min...
Yale's Endowment Learns Hard Diversification Lesson
Barron's - 18 Nov 2017 06:28
Over the past decade, the performance of university endowments has lagged behind the U.S. stock market.
Sia has created a holiday album for those who don't love classics
ABC News - 18 Nov 2017 05:59
Plus, get the latest on Tove Lo's new album.
Franken Case Sets Off Debate Over Line Between Abuse and a Mistake
The New York Times - 18 Nov 2017 04:53
Politicians and comedians were left trying to assess the line between predatory behavior and an inexcusable mistake as calls mounted for Senator Al Franken to resign.
Accounting 'Gimmicks' in G.O.P.'s Tax Overhaul Mask Higher Cost, Deficit Hawks Say
The New York Times - 18 Nov 2017 04:40
Some experts say the tax cuts, if accurately accounted for, could translate into slower economic growth and bigger budget deficits in the long run.
Trump to be presented with $47M deal to arm Ukraine against Russia
ABC News - 18 Nov 2017 04:16
The president and Congress must approve the sale of anti-tank missiles.