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When Is Free Shipping Day 2016?

It's the first day of December and that means online Christmas shoppers are likely wondering when is Free Shipping Day 2016.

The PNC Christmas Price Index: What the ’12 Days of Christmas’ Cost in 2016

PNC has released its '12 Days of Christmas' price index for 2016 and it's expensive to reenact the classic Christmas carol.

Wendys Co (WEN): Wendy’s Unlimited Frosty Key Tags Sell Out for 2017

Wendys Co (WEN) is no longer selling its 2017 Wendy's Unlimited Frosty Key Tags because the products has already sold out.

OPEC Reaches a Deal, Oil Gets Squeezed

The OPEC planned production cut seems like it should be a boon for oil stocks, but the ultimate numbers may be disappointing.

3 Reasons PayPal Holdings Inc (PYPL) Stock Is a Top-Notch Buy

PayPal stock has been a bit rough lately, but this isn't a bad thing. PYPL stock still has the growth in mobile payments and buyout potential to back it up.

Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) Reclaims Its Lead With Video Downloads

Netflix stock will likely get a nice boost with the announcement of its new download feature. This is also a big blow from NFLX to Amazon.

FDA Approves Ecstasy Trials for PTSD Sufferers

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved clinical trials for ecstasy to treat PTSD sufferers, including police and firefighters.

Final Fantasy 15 Tips: A Round Up of Tricks to Help Players

We have compiled some Final Fantasy 15 tips for RPG fans looking to dominate with the new game. Here's what you need to know about the game.

Facebook Messenger Instant Games: 7 Things to Know About the Feature

Facebook Messenger has launched a new feature called Instant Games that allows you to play with friends. Here are 7 things to know about it.

Burger King Cheesy Tots Return to BK Menu

Burger King Cheesy Tots are back on the fast food chain's menu and it has a new ad featuring the cast of 'Napoleon Dynamite.'

World’s Oldest Woman Turns 117: Her Secret to Longevity?

Emma Morano, the last living person born in the 1800s, celebrated her 117th birthday on Tuesday and is the world's oldest woman.

Philip Morris International Inc. (PM) Considers Phasing Out Cigarettes

Philip Morris International Inc. (PM) is looking to move away from normal cigarettes with a new product that still uses tobacco.

Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting 2016: 9 Questions + Answers

The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting 2016 is upon us soon. Here's what you should know about the phenomenon in the Big Apple.

Louisa May Alcott: 9 Things to Remember About the American Novelist

Louisa May Alcott is being honored by today's Google Doodle, which pays homage to her groundbreaking 1868 novel 'Little Women' and its sequels.

Domino’s Pizza, Inc. Is Training Reindeer to Deliver Pizza!

Domino's Pizza is really going out on a limb as the restaurant is training reindeer in Japan to deliver pizza during the holiday season.

MCD News: Where McDonald’s Corporation Is Testing Fresh Beef Next

McDonald's announced that the fast food chain is testing its fresh beef offerings in more markets. Here's what you should know about it.

2016 Christmas Music Playlist: 10 Most Popular Christmas Songs Right Now

With Thanksgiving over, it is time for Christmas music, and 'InvestorPlace' has the 10 most popular Christmas songs right now.

Samsung Electronics Co Ltd (SSNLF) Considers Splitting Company in Two

Samsung Electronics Co Ltd (SSNLF,005930) is considering splitting the company in two following pressure to do so from activist investors.

What Is Giving Tuesday?

Today, Nov. 29, 2016, is Giving Tuesday and it is a time set aside for people to give back after Black Friday and Cyber Monday.