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41 amazing public space transformations captured by Google Street View
Business Insider - 1 Sep 2015 20:21
Cities are built for humans. But if you look at the layout of most of them, it looks like they're made for cars. Especially in the world's most populated places. In São Paulo, Brazil — which boasts over 10 million res...
The NFL Needs To Settle DeflateGate Immediately; An Outright Loss Would Entirely Soil The "Shield"
Forbes - 1 Sep 2015 22:17
The NFL's back is against the wall to settle Brady v. NFL -- the case surrounding the league's attempted four game suspension of the New England Patriots quarterback for purportedly using deflated footballs in a footb...
Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer is having twins
Business Insider - 1 Sep 2015 06:52
Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer is having twins, she announced on her Tumblr page Monday evening. Here's the full post: With great happiness, Zack and I have some exciting news to share – I’m pregnant! In fact, I’m exp...
China August factory activity shrinks at fastest pace in three years, services cool
Reuters - 1 Sep 2015 04:20
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Former federal agent Shaun Bridges admits $820,000 bitcoin theft in Silk Road probe
Venture Beat - 1 Sep 2015 03:58
We’re seeing the latest example of what happens when someone in a position of power is tempted by the proverbial low-hanging fruit. For 33-year-old former Secret Service agent Shaun Bridges, that moment presented itsel...
How to Spot an IRS Phishing Scam
inc - 1 Sep 2015 20:49
There are a few things that the IRS will never do. Here's how you'll know if that email you just got is really an IRS phishing scam.
Minimum Wage Fight For $15: Minnesota Home Healthcare Aides Join Call For Pay Raise
IBTimes - 1 Sep 2015 17:25
Home healthcare workers in Minnesota have joined a growing chorus of voices in sectors and cities across the country calling for a $15 an hour minimum wage. Workers in the fast food industry have won victories in several...
Jennifer Lawrence, Will Smith, And Leonardo DiCaprio Aren't Afraid Of 'Star Wars'
Forbes - 1 Sep 2015 17:00
Yesterday saw the debut of the trailer for Will Smith's Concussion. The potential Oscar candidate from director Peter Landesman and producer Ridley Scott, concerns the current hot button issue of whether or not playing ...
LinkedIn just fixed one of its most annoying problems
Business Insider - 1 Sep 2015 06:06
I'm a big LinkedIn user, but for a long time there's one feature that caused me angst because it worked so poorly: Messaging. The one-to-one communication tool on LinkedIn was completely broken. I felt like I was...
Alibaba (BABA) Stock Falling Amid Chinese Manufacturing Data
The Street - 1 Sep 2015 17:02
NEW YORK (TheStreet) -- Alibaba stock is slumping by 1.18% to $65.34 in mid-morning trading on Tuesday, after China released data that showed its manufacturing activity fell to a three year low in August. China's centra...
Bloomberg Begins Layoffs Of Roughly 80 Journalists
The Huffington Post - 1 Sep 2015 17:00
NEW YORK – Bloomberg began layoffs Tuesday morning, with the media company expected to cut around 80 newsroom jobs, according to sources familiar with the plans. The staff cuts have been looming as the company restruct...
China's Economy Isn't Ready For The Major Leagues
Forbes - 1 Sep 2015 16:55
It’s possible that China is not ready for free markets. The first sign was in the first half of 2015 when regulators let Chinese stocks soar, fueled by hugely speculative investments and a surge in margin trading. Then...
Will Samsung (SSNLF) Stock Gain on New Smartwatches?
The Street - 1 Sep 2015 16:31
NEW YORK (TheStreet) -- Samsung announced on Tuesday that it will launch a new wearable device, the Gear S2 smartwatch, which will compete with the Apple Watch. The Gear S2 will be available in three models that will...
India is on an extremely slow path to economic recovery: Report
livemint.com - 1 Sep 2015 15:55Market Doubts Staples-Office Depot Merger Will Actually Happen
The Street - 1 Sep 2015 14:36
NEW YORK (The Deal) -- Staples and Office Depot have set a timeline for closing the $5.7 billion merger of the office supply companies pending a decision by competition regulators, and the deal continues to trade li...
Konami Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain: First Impressions
Bidness etc. - 1 Sep 2015 13:32
Konami Corp.'s (ADR) (OTCMKTS:KNMCY) Metal Gear Solid is a hugely popular and one of the longest-running video game franchises. With a history that dates back two decades, Metal Gear Solid has solidified its reputation i...
These are the most hackable cars on the road today
Business Insider - 1 Sep 2015 13:15
Modern automobiles are increasingly reliant on technology, which leaves them more and more susceptible to hackers. According to forensic engineering consulting firm PT&C|LWG, cars today use between 20 and 70 computers, e...
Asus ZenFone 2 Vs Motorola X Pure Edition: Which One Is Better Value For Money?
Bidness etc. - 1 Sep 2015 11:40
Bidness Etc reviews two Android smartphones, the Asus ZenFone 2 and Moto X Style (Pure Edition), as they quickly gain traction among consumers for their rich features and competitive pricing. Here is a comparison to see ...
Why Pfizer Inc. Should Feel Threatened By Roche Holding Ltd. (ADR)
Bidness etc. - 1 Sep 2015 11:20
Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:PFE), the largest drug maker in the US, may lose its lead to Roche Holding Ltd. (ADR) (OTCMKTS:RHHBY). The Swiss pharmaceutical giant expects to overtake Pfizer in branded drug sales, by 2020.
Fewer Americans Go Without Medical Care Due To Cost, Survey Says
The Huffington Post - 1 Sep 2015 06:02
WASHINGTON -- More than 15 years have passed since this small a share of Americans didn't get medical care they needed because of the cost, a new federal government report reveals. During the first three months of 2015, ...
How the World's Largest Steel Manufacturer is Trying to Go Green
Forbes - 1 Sep 2015 02:13
The world's largest steel manufacturer is trying to clean up its act.
3 Unexpected Tips For Finding A Job You Love Online
The Huffington Post - 1 Sep 2015 06:00
There's an exhaustive supply of advice out there about how to use LinkedIn for your job search. But what about other online tools for landing a job you love? As a professional career coach, I am always on the lookout for...