What Americans Should Know About Tuesday’s Failed Brexit Vote
The British Parliament delivered a very wide defeat to Prime Minister Theresa May's proposed Brexit deal terms. For the time being, at least, Britain will remain in the European Union.
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How Bad Is the Flu Season in Every State?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said during its latest reporting week that the flu is “widespread in most of the country.” An estimated 6 to 7 million people have been sick with…
The Unhealthiest Item in Every Fast-Food Chain in the US
Americans spend millions of dollars a year eating and drinking at fast food establishments. The biggest chain, in terms of sales, is McDonald’s, where people spent more than $36 billion in 2016, followed by…
Most Popular Oscar Winners of All Time
There have always been celebrities who have avoided the Academy Awards for one reason or another. Reclusive director Terrence Malick has never attended, despite multiple nominations. Actor Marlon Brando also famously refused to appear…
Tuesday’s Biggest Winners and Losers in the S&P 500
Tuesday was a positive day for the broad U.S. markets. Initially the futures for the S&P 500 and DJIA were negative on Tuesday morning, but this quickly turned around as soon as markets opened…
He sold his kidney for an iPhone 4 eight years ago. Bad idea.
From Newsweek's Man who sold Kidney for an iPhone bedridden after organ failure
PG&E, Inpixon Plummet into Tuesday’s 52-Week Low Club
PG&E, Tailored Brands, Clearway Energy, and Inpixon all posted new 52-week lows on Tuesday.
Sports Auction for the Record Books – Jackie Robinson’s First Baseball Contracts
The world of vintage sports collecting has evolved from a cottage hobby to big money, make that serious money, over the years. Whether it’s Honus Wagner baseball cards, certain game-worn uniforms and sports equipment,…
What to Watch in Bank of America’s Q4 Report
Bank of America is set to release its most recent earnings report before the markets open on Wednesday, and strong year-over-year earnings growth is expected.
Trouble for Greece and the Greek Banks, All Over Again
Greek shares traded lower on Tuesday ahead of a confidence vote for Greece's government set for Wednesday night.
Mortgage Delinquencies Register Lowest October Rate in 18 Years
Mortgage delinquencies fell to their lowest levels for at least the past 18 Octobers, according to data reported Tuesday by CoreLogic. States hit hard by hurricanes, fires and volcanoes are still struggling, however.
What to Watch When Goldman Sachs Reports Wednesday
Goldman Sachs is scheduled to report its fourth-quarter financial results before the markets open on Wednesday, and the consensus forecast calls for year-over-year declines.
Routine Event Brings Irregular Selling in Top Marijuana Stock
Tilray shares are back under $100, and a routine IPO lock-up expiration has removed almost 10% of the value of its shares in just one day.
Why Wells Fargo Is Not Out of the Woods Yet
After Wells Fargo reported mixed fourth-quarter financial results early Tuesday, shares retreated somewhat.
Why Chinese Investments in US Have Tumbled 90% in Just 2 Years
Chinese direct investment in U.S. assets fell to a seven-year low last year and the outlook for 2019 is worse barring a warming in relations between the U.S. and Chinese governments.