Gold Slumps as Talks to End Shutdown Continue

Gold dropped in Friday trading even as the White House and congressional Republicans continued to squabble over a possible debt ceiling extension. More 

‘Blue Screen of Death’ Hits Some iPhone 5s Users

The 'blue screen of death' has made an appearance in several iPhone 5S that restart the phone due to a bug. More 

Home Depot Says It Will NOT Sell PlayStation 4

Despite the rumors, Home Depot has confirmed that it will not be selling Sony's PlayStation 4 anytime soon. More 

UTX Ups Its Payout: 6 Companies Increasing Dividends

United Technologies (UTX) was among only a few companies improving their quarterly dividends during this highly volatile week. More 

VXX Calendar Spread: Embrace Time, Exploit Volatility

Calendar spreads like this trade idea on the VXX allow you to profit from the day-by-day decay in option values and provide a partial directional hedge. More 

Friday Apple Rumors: iWatch to Include Home Automation Functions

The iWatch may allow remote control of home systems; iPhone 5c 3Q sales estimates trimmed; and 3Q Mac sales fall, but not as much as in 2Q. More 

Facebook Privacy Nickel-and-Dimed Again

Facebook is getting rid of a feature that allowed users to block searches by name -- something FB claims was employed by a 'small percentage' of users. More