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Daily News cover blasts Trump as 'Antichrist' after spat with pope
Business Insider - 19 Feb 2016 06:03
NY Daily News A fiery Daily News cover portrayed Republican presidential front-runner Donald Trump as covered with scales and flames after a much publicized back-and-forth with Pope Francis. "Pope calls out hateful Tr...
Wall St. Sinks in Early Trading
The New York Times - 19 Feb 2016 16:57
Shares of several companies, like Deere & Company and Nordstrom, fell after they released weak earnings or outlooks.
Why We Need To Encourage Girls To Learn How To Code
The Huffington Post - 19 Feb 2016 18:47
By 2020, there will be 1.4 million jobs available in the computing-related fields, yet women are on track to fill just three percent of those jobs. In the video above, learn why we need to encourage girls to learn how t...
Deloitte Lined Up If UK Tech Firm Powa Fails
Sky News - 19 Feb 2016 16:38
A UK mobile commerce firm is lining up administrators in a move that will put hundreds of jobs at risk, Sky News understands.
Firming U.S. inflation keeps Fed rate hike on the table
Reuters - 19 Feb 2016 16:26
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A Gas Leak Is Capped, but Neighbors Are Wary
The New York Times - 19 Feb 2016 06:47
Residents of the Porter Ranch community in Los Angeles say they worry that health problems will continue from the natural gas leak that was discovered in October.
A Lesson From Kanye West on How NOT to Sell
The Huffington Post - 19 Feb 2016 05:19
First off, let me start by saying that I truly respect Kanye's creativity and success as an artist. But his latest plea to persuade gazillionaire Mark Zuckerberg to slide $1 billion his way was a complete fail. If you've...
A runner who calls himself the 'world's fastest stoner' once passed a drug test 36 hours after smoking marijuana
Business Insider - 19 Feb 2016 23:14
Instagram/Chris Barnicle Chris Barnicle is no stranger to marijuana. The former professional distance runner calls himself the "world's fastest stoner" on social media, and has discussed his marijuana use throughout his...
Jewel-Osco pulls Parmesan cheese found to have high levels of wood pulp
Chicago Tribune - 19 Feb 2016 19:47Bernie Is More Generous to Workers Than Hillary
The Huffington Post - 19 Feb 2016 16:15
Last night's town hall in Nevada revealed a crucial difference between Bernie Sanders and Hillary Clinton. Bernie came out strongly for a $15 per hour minimum wage. A living wage, as he called it. Hillary demurred, sugge...
John McAfee Says An Apple Backdoor Is The End Of The World, Then Offers To Hack San Bernardino Shooter's iPhone
Tech Times - 19 Feb 2016 15:16
If the FBI gets its way in coercing Apple to unlock the San Bernardino iPhone, it will be the beginning of the end for the U.S., says John McAfee. To prevent that 'black day,' McAfee is offering the assistance of his tea...
Fannie Mae to Send $2.9 Billion to Treasury as Profit Grows
Wall Street Journal - 19 Feb 2016 15:51
Fannie Mae will send $2.9 billion to the Treasury Department in March, as profit grew in its fourth quarter because of the impact of increased interest rates.
Staying up all night is doing more damage than you might think
Business Insider - 19 Feb 2016 19:22
Rafi Letzter/Tech Insider The average adult requires between seven and eight hours of sleep a night, according to the National Institute of Health. So it's no surprise that staying awake all night isn't healthy, but t...
Uber losing $1bn in China every year
BBC - 19 Feb 2016 05:47
US online car-hire service Uber says it is losing more than $1bn a year in China, as it struggles against "fierce" local competition.
An anti-gay campaign accidentally raised $32,000 for an LGBT charity event
Business Insider - 19 Feb 2016 05:32
Thomson Reuters An attempt by the Stop Safe Schools Coalition to sabotage a formal (dance) for LGBT young people backfired, with thousands of dollars being donated to the cause instead. Youth-led organisation Minus 18 sa...
A model with a bionic arm is redefining the fashion industry
Business Insider - 19 Feb 2016 23:50
Rebekah Marine was born without the lower part of her right arm, and felt self-conscious about her appearance growing up. Now, she's dominating the fashion world, and becoming an inspiration on and off the runway. Story...
Citigroup to exit retail banking in Brazil, Argentina
Reuters - 19 Feb 2016 16:40
(Reuters) - Citigroup Inc said it plans to exit its retail banking and credit card operations in Brazil, Argentina and Colombia as part of its efforts to cut costs and boost profitability.
Study Says It Only Takes One Mean Employee To Drag Down The Entire Workplace
Forbes - 19 Feb 2016 16:39
One mean employee can undermine the entire workforce.
Yahoo forms panel to explore strategic options
Reuters - 19 Feb 2016 16:34
(Reuters) - Yahoo Inc said its board has formed a committee of independent directors to explore strategic alternatives, alongside its plan to revamp and spin off its Internet business.
Apple Pay Buzzes China Mobile Payments Market
Forbes - 19 Feb 2016 16:05
Bottom line: A strong reception for Apple Pay from consumers, banks and merchants bodes well for the service, which should attract a major audience among iPhone users but won't pose a major threat to rival services from ...
The New Yorker Edited Donald Trump's Diatribe Against The Pope (PHOTO)
TPM - 19 Feb 2016 14:44
The New Yorker edited Republican presidential frontrunner Donald Trump's defensive statement rebuking Pope Francis' comments that his border wall was "not Christian" on Thursday.
Asian Shares Set to Finish Week Higher
Wall Street Journal - 19 Feb 2016 05:07
Most shares in Asia slipped Friday, capping a week that saw spurts of bargain buying and sharp rebounds in beaten down sectors such as banks.