Sprint Merger With T-Mobile Could Harm Workers
Sprint and T-Mobile have argued that their combination will create better service. But the deal could cause higher rates and hurt the employees of both companies.
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Best Buy Hammered to 52-Week Low as Amazon Strengthens
There was a while when investors believed that Best Buy had broken free from Amazon's gravity. That has been short-lived.
Gold Becomes Hugely Attractive as Other Assets Falter
Gold often has its day as an investment when other markets become dangerous. That time has come again.
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A German union plans to strike major Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) facilities in Germany. According to Reuters: German trade union Verdi called on workers at two Amazon logistic centers to strike on Monday, part…
Elon Musk Says a Pick Up Is on the Way
Full-sized pickups are the best-selling vehicles in the United States and Elon Musk wants in on the market.
30% Want Female or Gender-Neutral Santa
In most depictions, Santa is older, white and male. A new survey shows that about 30% of respondents believe Santa needs a new image.
Close to 30 Million Newborns Need Immediate Medical Treatment Each Year
The World Health Organization reports close to 30 million babies with health problems require immediate care worldwide. And this is true every year.
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China's retail sales fell sharply, Starbucks to start coffee delivery, CBS makes large sexual harassment claim settlement, and other important business headlines today.
Over 112 Million Americans, One Third of Population, Will Travel Over Holidays
One-third of Americans will travel over the holidays this year, which will be a record. The total number of travelers will reach 112.5 million.
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Apple will construct a huge facility in Texas, IEA says America will continue to dominate oil markets, and other important business headlines today.
Apple to Build $1 Billion Campus in Texas
Apple has announced it will build a $1 billion facility in Austin, Texas, and add other large operations in Seattle, San Diego and elsewhere.
‘World Cup’ Tops Google’s Top 10 Searches of 2018
Google issued its “Year in Search” tally of most trended key terms, the current version of which covers 2018. First among the top 10 searched key words is “World Cup.” No wonder since soccer…
Krispy Kreme Offers a Dozen Donuts for $1
Krispy Kreme is offering a dozen donuts for $1 for its 12/12 promotion. The only catch is that customers have to buy another dozen donuts for full price to get the deal. In a…
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China makes some concessions in trade talks, Google's CEO hit with tough questions from congressional committee, and other important business headlines today.
All the Stores Lowe’s Will Close in the Coming Weeks
Home improvement retailer Lowe's will close a number of its stores between now and the end of its fiscal year, the latest brick-and-mortar retailer to cut its national footprint.
CDC Warns About Dangers of Raw Cookie Dough
It is not unusual for people to eat raw cookie dough as they make the cookies. The habit should be avoided, according to the CDC.
‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Becomes Most Streamed Song of 20th Century
“Bohemian Rhapsody,” written and recorded by rock band Queen, has taken the spot as the most streamed song of the 20th century, according to Universal Music Group.
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China and the United States may start new trade talks, Amazon.com starts to make its own server chips, and other important business headlines today.
The Traffic Light Turns 150 Years Old
The traffic light turns 150 years old today. They are so commonplace around the world that drivers and pedestrians barely give them a thought.
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GM to end production of the Chevy Volt, Softbank will have the second largest initial public offering in history, and other important business headlines today.