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BlackRock, Inc. (BLK) Leads 12 Activist Investor Filings

Recent 13-D and 13-G filings are a window into activist investor activity. We look at BlackRock (BLK) and 11 other filings

Tesla Inc (TSLA) Model S Loses Consumer Reports Top Safety Rating

The Tesla (TSLA) Model S doesn't have the top safety ranking from Consumer Reports over a safety feature not arriving as quickly as promised.

PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) Reports Q1 Earnings Beat

PepsiCo's earnings report for the first quarter of 2017 saw it beat Wall Street's earnings per share and revenue estimates.

Hollywood Strike 2017: 8 Things to Know About a Possible Content Halt

A Hollywood strike is being launched as early as next week as writers seek better contracts once their current deal runs out this coming May 1.

AdvancePierre Foods Holdings Inc (APFH) Stock Up on Tyson (TSN) Deal

AdvancePierre (APFH) shares skyrocketed Tuesday as Tyson Foods (TSN) announced that it would be acquiring the company for $4.2 billion soon.

Coke Layoffs: The Coca-Cola Co (KO) to Cut 1,200 Jobs After Weak Q1

Coca-Cola has announced Coke layoffs that will amount to roughly 1.2% of the company's total workforce globally due to declining revenue and profit.

Marissa Mayer Jumps From Yahoo! Inc. (YHOO) With $186 Million Golden Parachute

Marissa Mayer, Yahoo's (YHOO) CEO, will leave the company with a $186 million golden parachute due to stock options and restricted stock.

3M Co (MMM) Reports Q1 Earnings Beat

3M (MMM) has released its earnings report for the first quarter of 2017 and its earnings per share and revenue beat out estimates.

New on Amazon Prime Video: What’s Coming for May 2017

What's new on Amazon Prime Video (AMZN) for the month of May? Here are some films and TV shows you should check out if you're subscribed.

9 New Movies Coming to Theaters in May 2017

There is a brief selection of new movies from major production companies that are being released in May--here they are, including 'Baywatch.'

New on Netflix in May 2017: 24 New Netflix Movies

What's new on Netflix (NFLX)? Here are 24 movies -- some of which are Netflix originals -- that are being rolled out to subscribers in May.

Campbell Soup Recall: ‘Homestyle Chicken’ Cans Contain Wrong Product

A Campbell Soup recall has been announced for certain Homestyle Healthy Request Chicken with Whole Grain Pasta products.

Jimmy Choo Puts Itself Up for Sale in Surprise Move

Jimmy Choo, the maker of luxury shoes and accessories, is putting itself up for sale following slowing sales growth in the last few years.

Panera Hiring 10,000 in 2017 to Expand Delivery Service

Panera Bread Co (PNRA) is planning to hire 10,000 employees by the end of this year to help expand for its delivery service.

Juicero Offers Refunds Following Bloomberg Investigation

Juicero -- which squeezes fruits into juice -- is issuing refunds after an investigation found that squeezing by hand is equally effective.

Sam’s Club to Roll Out Its Own Line of Low-Cost Wines

Walmart-owned (WMT) Sam's Club is looking to compete with Costco's low-cost wines of decent quality by revamping its Member's Mark brand.

Rob Lowe Is the New KFC Colonel Sanders?

Rob Lowe has been tabbed as KFC's new Colonel Sanders. Find out why Yum Brands (YUM) chose the strapping actor for the now-timeless role.

Entire Town of Tiller, Oregon for Sale, Possible Buyer Found

Tiller, Oregon is a Pacific Northwestern town that is almost entirely for sale for $3.5 million, and potential sellers have been found

4 Steps to Cutting Your Personal Debt

You don’t need to be afraid of debt, but you do need to be in control of the situation.