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Goodyear Responds to ABC's 'The Lookout's' Report, 'Undercover Mechanic'
ABC News - 20 Jun 2013 04:01
ABC's The Lookout went undercover to Goodyear's Commack, N.Y. location. Here is the company's response to our findings: Response From Goodyear Auto Service Center Manager Eric Johnston: "Thank you for bringing this issue...
Enthusiastic Sign Language Interpreter Upstages Wu-Tang Clan At Bonnaroo
Business Insider - 20 Jun 2013 19:50
The Wu-Tang Clan are known for their "W" hand sign called "Throwing up the Wu" but American Sign Language interpreter Holly stole the show during their recent Bonnaroo performance. Assigned to interpret for the Wu-Tang C...
Tahiti's Goalie Unleashed A Great Celebration During His Team's 10-0 Loss To Spain
Business Insider - 20 Jun 2013 23:02
Spain was already up 8-0 in their Confederations Cup match against Tahiti when a handball was called giving Spain a shot at their ninth goal. But Spain's attempt sailed high, hitting the crossbar. And that was enough to ...
I Swam With Pigs In The Bahamas--And It Was Awesome
Business Insider - 20 Jun 2013 23:58
I can feel freckles forming on my nose as the sun paints my face with its rays. Translucent blue waters showcase vibrant tropical fish and colorful corals, while white sand beaches provide the perfect place for an aftern...
US home re-sales surpass 5 million in May
Boston - 20 Jun 2013 23:53
US sales of previously occupied homes surpassed the 5 million mark in May, the first time that's happened in 3½ years. The gain shows the housing recovery is strengthening.
Home Resales Rose 4% in May, but Economic Growth Is Uncertain
The New York Times - 20 Jun 2013 23:51
The National Association of Realtors reported that more than five million homes were sold in May, indicating a strengthening housing recovery.
Analysis: Anxiety grows as stock market learns to walk on its own
Reuters - 20 Jun 2013 23:50
NEW YORK
Cisco CTO: Women Need To Break Down Walls In The Male-Dominated Tech Industry (CSCO)
Business Insider - 20 Jun 2013 23:35
Cisco CTO Padmasree Warrior is one of the most powerful, high profile people in tech. But even she found it tough to break into the male-dominated tech industry when she started her career. "When I took my first job, I w...
Itochu, Mitsui invest $1.5 billion in BHP mine
Reuters - 20 Jun 2013 23:21
LONDON
Violent Monsoons In India Have Left Over 100 Dead And Thousands Stranded [Photos]
Business Insider - 20 Jun 2013 18:59
Some 150 people have died after heavy monsoon flooding in Uttarakhand, North India, according to The Indian Express. But officials believe the death toll could climb once the flood waters recede. Many of those impacted b...
Unanswered Questions Still Dog BP Defendant's Curious Case
Forbes - 20 Jun 2013 17:29The complete startup ecosystem of the future fits inside four walls
Venture Beat - 20 Jun 2013 17:00
Welcome to the new breed of incubators: startup accelerators that give startups everything they need in one central location. It's literally a startup ecosystem in a box.
Math Anxiety Affects Consumer Preferences for Discounts
Harvard Business Review - 20 Jun 2013 14:30
Fear of math makes people choose suboptimal discounts.
LA settles health insurance lawsuit for $6M
Boston - 20 Jun 2013 23:59
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Los Angeles City Attorney Carmen Trutanich has settled a lawsuit that alleged health insurer Anthem Blue Cross illegally dropped more than 6,000 policyholders from coverage for $6 million.
What Sets Exceptional Interviewers Apart
Business Insider - 20 Jun 2013 23:59
Everyone agrees no business is better than its employees. So if hiring the right people is so important... why are most interviewers satisfied with being mediocre interviewers? Maybe they assume the burden of greatness l...
LeBron James Dancing For 36 Glorious Seconds
Business Insider - 20 Jun 2013 23:55
We love it when LeBron James dances. It's an oddly mesmerizing sight. If the Heat wins Game 7 of the NBA Finals against the Spurs tonight, LeBron may treat us to some more of his moves. For now, here's the definitive 36 ...
European aviation company coming to Miami
Miami Herald - 20 Jun 2013 23:48
An aviation manufacturer will open a 40-person office in the Miami area, Miami-Dade's economic-development agency announced Thursday.
7-11 Conducts Review After Feds Seize Stores
ABC News - 20 Jun 2013 23:47
The corporate office of 7-Eleven told its 5,600 franchise owners of the chain's convenience stores on Thursday that it was requiring an internal review of personnel files after federal authorities seized 14 stores in New...
Here's A Vine Of An Instagram Video Of Robert Scoble In the Shower With Google Glass
Business Insider - 20 Jun 2013 23:46
Unfortunately, you can't embed Instagram videos. But you can embed Vines. Here's a Vine of an Instagram video of tech enthusiast Robert Scoble using Google Glass in his shower. Again. Join the conversation about this sto...
Major Bill Fails To Pass House
The Huffington Post - 20 Jun 2013 20:08How To Use Math To Crush Your Friends At Monopoly Like You've Never Done Before
Business Insider - 20 Jun 2013 19:57
Monopoly is one of the classic American games. It's played amongst close friends, loved ones, and trusted business partners. It's also one of the few times in life where it's perfectly acceptable to want to systematicall...
The $2.3 billion mobile-local targeting opportunity
Venture Beat - 20 Jun 2013 23:43
Sponsored Post New report examines emerging new tools and strategies for targeting mobile consumers.