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Loving Day 2017: 8 Images to Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Legal Interracial Marriage

Today, June 12, 2017, is Loving Day and it celebrates the Supreme Court case that made interracial marriage legal 50 years ago.

Gymboree Files for Bankruptcy, Up to 450 Store Closings Expected

Gymboree has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as it prepares to restructure its business by closing up to 450 physical stores.

Steph Curry Won’t Help Under Armour Inc (UAA) Stock

Under Armour (UAA) is unlikely to gain if Steph Curry leads the Warriors to victory, at least not until the technical and fundamental picture improves for UAA.

General Electric Company (GE) Boots Immelt, Gives Flannery the Nuke Code

General Electric is replacing CEO Jeff Immelt, and GE stock holders are rejoicing. But will John Flannery scatter GE to the winds?

Why You Should Still Be Investing In Stocks

Fears are growing that the U.S. stock market is in dangerous territory, but the case is strong to stay long

McDonald’s Gay Pride Fries Debut in Rainbow Boxes

McDonald's gay pride fries are being tested in two markets around the U.S., featuring a rainbow box that carries the salty, fried goodies.

Walmart Testing Giant Vending Machine for Groceries

Walmart (WMT) is testing a massive vending machine concept that will hold groceries in case any consumers need to buy something on the road.

Taco Tuesday! Here’s How to Get Your Free Taco Bell on June 13

Taco Bell will be giving away free tacos on June 13 as part of its 'Steal a Game, Steal a Taco' promotion for the NBA Finals.

Amazon Hiring 1,800 for Connecticut Fulfillment Center

Amazon (AMZN) is planning to hire 1,800 employees to work in a new fulfillment center that is coming to North Haven, Connecticut.

Hudson’s Bay Layoffs: Saks Fifth Avenue, Lord & Taylor to See Job Cuts

Hudson's Bay has announced a new string of layoffs for its employees in North America as its looks to streamline its business.

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Stock Is Precariously Overbought

Microsoft (MSFT) stock is dangerously high and even the slightest negative surprise could send shares tumbling.

GrubHub Inc (GRUB) to Buy Food Ordering Service Foodler

GrubHub (GRUB) has announced the acquisition of Boston-based Foodler, which will expand the company's services to 55,000 restaurants.

Domino’s to Stream ‘Ferris Bueller’ on Facebook

Domino's is streaming the classic coming-of-age film 'Ferris Bueller' on Facebook this coming weekend for free as a marketing technique.

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) Faces Overtime Pay Lawsuit

Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) is facing a lawsuit concerning overtime pay for its employees that are paid annual salaries.

IKEA to Test Selling Products on Other Companies’ Websites

IKEA is planning to start selling its furniture and other products through websites owned by different companies as part of a test.

AOL Layoffs Coming? Verizon Could Cut 2,000 Jobs After Merger

AOL layoffs are reportedly on the way after the company merges with Yahoo (YHOO) following its acquisition by Verizon Communications (VZ).

STUDY: Pregnancy After Breast Cancer May Be Safe

A new study has found that it pregnancy after breast cancer may be safe for women that are still wanting to have children.

Macy’s Considers Adding Public Rooftop Park to Flagship Manhattan Store

Macy's (M) is considering turning the top of its Manhattan store into a public park in an effort to draw in more customers.

This Is How the Qatar Investment Authority Should Be Run

The Qatar Investment Authority is invested in a lot of money losers that favor policy over profit. What if it bought winners instead?