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A high-rise building boom put Coral Gables on steroids. Will it remain the City Beautiful?
Miami Herald - 18 Feb 2019 14:00
Just five years short of a century ago, developer George Merrick conjured up a Mediterranean fantasyland on his family's holdings of scrub pine and avocado groves just outside the backwater …
2 CEOs Who Have Not Earned My Trust
Forbes - 18 Feb 2019 00:26
Since I published Nvidia's CEO Has Earned My Trust, readers have asked me for some examples of CEOs who have not earned my trust. There are two I can think of, Ynon Kreiz, CEO of Mattel, and Brian Krzanich, former CEO of...
New Rules For Less Stress And Long-Lasting Success In Business (And Life)
Forbes - 18 Feb 2019 16:14
According to Simon Sinek, leadership is itself "just like a muscle" and that left without training and consistency it'll weaken. With consistent attention and continual improvement that muscle will only strengthen. Chang...
Facebook's Messenger, Instagram and Whatsapp Integration Isn't Complicated, 8 Things to Know
Small Business Trends - 18 Feb 2019 13:00
Things to keep an eye with the Facebook Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp integration.
FAA investigates Southwest over baggage weight discrepancies: WSJ
Reuters - 18 Feb 2019 20:03
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration is investigating Southwest Airlines Co for widespread failure to accurately track the combined weight of checked bags loaded onto its jets, according to a Wall Street Journal repo...
How Brands Can Remain in Control of Their Ever-Increasing Data
AdWeek - 18 Feb 2019 18:30
Brand mergers and acquisitions often signal business growth and prosperity, but they don't come without challenges. While many focus on the obvious aspects of M&A like shareholder value, areas like consolidating customer...
Will Procter & Gamble stock split again soon?
USA Today - 18 Feb 2019 16:44
Since 1970, P&G stock has usually tradedfor several weeks or a few months above $100 before sharessplit.
Shrimpers hope industry lost to warm seas won't be forgotten
Miami Herald - 18 Feb 2019 16:39
Glen Libby looks back fondly on his days as a Maine shrimp trawler, but he's concerned about what seafood lovers will think if the shuttered fishery ever reopens. "Shrimp? What …
Lawmaker introduces bill to require stores to accept cash
Miami Herald - 18 Feb 2019 16:21
A state lawmaker has introduced a bill to ensure that customers can pay with cash in Rhode Island stores. Democratic Rep. Mia Ackerman, of Cumberland, says more retailers are shifting …
Alabama man awarded $151M in Ford Explorer rollover lawsuit
USA Today - 18 Feb 2019 15:36
Jury finds company failed to meet safety guidelines and destroyed testing data.
Pushing The Boundaries To Make Impact Investing Available To Everyone
Forbes - 18 Feb 2019 15:30California Inc.: For some Apple contractors, it's survival of the fittest
L.A. Times - 18 Feb 2019 15:00Europe Markets: European stocks hover at 4-month highs on hopes for more trade progress; Wirecard surges
Market Watch - 18 Feb 2019 14:48
European markets were mostly down on Monday, after last week's highs, as investor continue to watch trade negotiations between the U.S. and China unfold
7 details you may have missed on Sunday's 'The Walking Dead'
Business Insider - 18 Feb 2019 07:15
Gene Page/AMC Warning: There are spoilers ahead for "The Walking Dead," season nine, episode 10, "Omega." INSIDER breaks down some of the smaller moments you may have missed on Sunday's episode of the AMC zombie series, ...
AP source: Moustakas, Brewers nearing deal for about $10M
Miami Herald - 18 Feb 2019 02:42
Mike Moustakas and the Brewers are nearing a deal that would keep the third baseman in Milwaukee for a guarantee of about $10 million, a person familiar with the negotiations …
Asia shares up on optimism over trade talks, stimulus
Reuters - 18 Feb 2019 02:27
Asian share markets firmed on Monday as investors dared to hope for both progress at Sino-U.S. trade talks in Washington this week and more policy stimulus from major central banks.
The Wall Street Journal: U.K. lawmakers scold Facebook, call for increased social-media regulation
Market Watch - 18 Feb 2019 02:22
A U.K. parliamentary committee rebuked Facebook Inc. in a new report that calls for regulation and intensified scrutiny of social-media companies.
Saudi Arabia denies crown prince seeks to buy Manchester United
Market Watch - 18 Feb 2019 01:29
Saudi Arabia on Sunday denied reports that its crown prince was bidding to acquire the famed Manchester United soccer club, suggesting it's all been a misunderstanding.
Former ME Gov. LePage, Staff Spent $22,000 In Taxpayer Dollars At Trump’s D.C. Hotel
TPM - 18 Feb 2019 00:30
Former Maine Gov. Paul LePage and members of his staff billed Maine taxpayers at least $22,000 for room reservations and...
Dear China, Get Ready For 25% Tariffs
Forbes - 18 Feb 2019 00:30Marriott is offering a 100,000-point welcome bonus for its new luxury credit card -- which could help justify the $450 annual fee
Business Insider - 18 Feb 2019 23:55
The Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you'll like. Business Insider may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images Marriott's new reward program, Marriott Bonvoy...
US Rep. Larson seeks public input about Republican tax law
Miami Herald - 18 Feb 2019 23:41
U.S. Rep. John Larson is hosting a public forum to talk with residents about the effects of the Republican-written tax law. The Connecticut Democrat says as average tax refunds fall, …