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The Papers Pelosi’s Holding Seem To Be Trump’s Speech
TPM - 6 Feb 2019 04:53
Before beginning his State of the Union address Tuesday evening, President Trump appeared to give copies of the speech to...
Factbox: Franco-German mergers: a difficult history
Reuters - 6 Feb 2019 20:27
Berlin and Paris are working to change European competition rules to facilitate large cross-border mergers, after the European Union blocked Siemens and Alstom from merging their rail businesses on Wednesday.
If Protecting Your Money In Retirement Is A Priority, Read This
Forbes - 6 Feb 2019 17:49
Don't like the idea of risking your life savings? Then you need to know about this.
Providence faces potential shortfall from budget proposal
Miami Herald - 6 Feb 2019 07:31
Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo's budget proposal could leave Providence with a $4 million hole in its current budget if it is approved by lawmakers later this year. The Democratic …
Australia's Commonwealth Bank's 2H profit falls to $3.3B
Miami Herald - 6 Feb 2019 04:54
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia has recorded a drop in statutory net profit in its latest half-year to 4.6 billion Australian dollars ($3.3 billion) as the nation's biggest lender was …
Plant owner pays nearly $150K after bridge's closure in 2018
Miami Herald - 6 Feb 2019 02:24
A chemical plant owner has repaid the Delaware River and Bay Authority nearly $150,000 in lost revenue after a toxic gas leak forced a bridge to close for hours in …
Hard Work, Dedication and Great Pizza: A Journey from Delivery Driver to Franchisee
Forbes - 6 Feb 2019 16:27
As a delivery driver for Marco's Pizza, Joe Jaros continually impressed customers and leadership with his passion and loyalty. The role fit like a glove, and from the product to the people, he fell in love with the franc...
Lilly lowers 2019 forecast due to drug failure, pending deal
ABC News - 6 Feb 2019 14:55
Lilly falls short in 4Q, trims outlook for the year
Viacom off to strong Q1 thanks to great box office results
New York Post - 6 Feb 2019 05:15
Strong ticket sales for "Bumblebee," the "Transformers" prequel, helped Viacom beat first-quarter profit estimates even as revenue fell short of expectations due to weaker ad sales at its cable networks. Shares of the ow...
Watchdog: 4 Mar-a-Lago trips in 2017 cost taxpayers $14m
Miami Herald - 6 Feb 2019 03:00
President Donald Trump's four trips to his Mar-a-Lago resort in early 2017 cost taxpayers nearly $14 million, a watchdog report Tuesday said. The Government Accountability Office said travel and accommodations, …
Google-Parent Alphabet Adds New Warnings About Data Privacy, Bugs, And Brexit In Annual Filing
Forbes - 6 Feb 2019 02:01
Google parent Alphabet added a handful of new warnings to its annual 10K filing, including about privacy, bugs, and Brexit.
US prosecutors settle health false claims case for $57M
Miami Herald - 6 Feb 2019 22:53
Federal prosecutors in Vermont announced Wednesday they have settled a false claims case against a Florida company that makes electronic medical records software for more than $57 million. Vermont U.S. …
Analyst Brian Wieser Joins WPP's GroupM to Drive and Expand Its Thought Leadership Practice
AdWeek - 6 Feb 2019 18:41
The trade press's most famous source for real-time analysis, industry trends and commentary is going in-house: WPP's GroupM hired Brian Wieser for its the newly-created role of global president, business intelligence. In...
What's Driving Snap's ARPU Expansion?
Forbes - 6 Feb 2019 17:05Nebraska industrial plant to pay $45M in settlement
Miami Herald - 6 Feb 2019 17:03
Thousands of Muscatine residents could receive payments after a judge approved a class-action settlement with an industrial plant over odor and haze they allege led to health problems. The Muscatine …
The Math Shows The WisdomTree U.S. MidCap Earnings Fund ETF Can Go To $45
Forbes - 6 Feb 2019 16:56The Ratings Game: Snap earnings suggest company is 'turning the corner' as stock jumps 25%
Market Watch - 6 Feb 2019 16:46
Snap Inc. shares could be headed for their best day in a year after earnings, as some wonder if the company is finally about to turn itself around.
Futures Movers: Oil prices ease on signs of U.S. supply build and a firmer buck
Market Watch - 6 Feb 2019 16:45
Oil futures slip Wednesday as industry data pointed at rising U.S. oil stockpiles and on the back of a stronger U.S. dollar.
Spotify, in Major Podcast Push, Buys Gimlet Media and Audio Tool Start-Up
The New York Times - 6 Feb 2019 16:44
The deals will help the music-streaming giant expand beyond its core service and reduce its reliance on the major record labels.
Markets Right Now: US stock indexes slip in early trading
ABC News - 6 Feb 2019 16:43
Stocks are opening slightly lower on Wall Street as traders react to a mixed batch of company earnings.
Is your car hackable? Cybersecurity experts say it might be
USA Today - 6 Feb 2019 16:37
Fifty-five percent of IT security experts in the auto industry admit to making coding errors; 60 percent say those errors can compromise security.
Lyft offers electric vehicle options for riders, drivers
ABC News - 6 Feb 2019 16:35
Lyft passengers will soon be able to request a ride in an electric or hybrid vehicle when they're planning a trip