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Columbus Day Facts: 9 Things to Know

Columbus Day will take place on Monday, Oct. 10, 2016 and 'InvestorPlace' has some Columbus Day facts to celebrate the holiday with.

Backpage.com CEO Arrested on Sex Trafficking Charges

Backpage.com, a classifieds website with a focus on sex escort services, has seen members of its management team arrested.

Great American Beer Festival 2016: 10 Things to Know

The Great American Beer Festival is here and we have compiled 10 things to know about it, including how many beers will be there and what breweries will attend.

WATCH: War for the Planet of the Apes Trailer

The new 'War for the Planet of the Apes' trailer is here and it features Andy Serkis in a titular role. Here's what you need to know about it.

MAC Cosmetics New Selena Makeup: 7 Things to Know

MAC Cosmetics has launched a new line of beauty product comprised of Tejano singer Selena and the style and makeup that she donned in her short life.

Walt Disney Co World Closing Parks Due to Hurricane Matthew

Walt Disney Co World (DIS) is closing its doors for only the fourth time ever as Hurricane Matthew threatens to rain on the park's parade.

Is the Stock Market Closed on Columbus Day 2016?

Columbus Day 2016 will occur on Monday, Oct. 10, 2016, but investors are wondering if the stock market will be open for the holiday.

Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (BBBY) Coupons May Be No More

Bed Bath & Beyond coupons may become a thing of the past now that it has introduced a new membership program called 'Beyond+.'

Kroger Co (KR) Isn’t Coming to Save Whole Foods Market, Inc. (WFM) Stock

Whole Foods (WFM) stock is higher on Thursday amid rumors that grocery giant Kroger (KO) is shopping. But that's just wishful thinking.

Theranos Layoffs: Blood Testing Company to Cut Hundreds of Jobs

A round of Theranos layoffs have resulted in hundreds of people losing their jobs as it closes down facilities in three states.

Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc Shoots Higher on Aurion Data (AUPH)

After the past week, analysts are likely tripping over themselves to upgrade Aurinia (AUPH) stock, which has nearly doubled.

Black Friday 2016: 30 Stores Closed Thanksgiving Day

Black Friday will take place on Nov. 25 this year and there will be some retailers keeping stores closed Thanksgiving Day.

Hillary Clinton Vs. Donald Trump: Who Will Be Better for Markets?

Markets are rooting for Hillary Clinton, despite the fact that Donald Trump’s policies are probably better for big business.

Creepy Clown Sightings: 7 Recent Reports

Creepy clown sightings are more than simple hoaxes as they provide a real threat to unsuspecting citizens. Here are 7 examples of the clowns wreaking havoc.

FDA Issues Warning on Hepatitis C Drugs

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning surrounding several Hepatitis C drugs such as Sovaldi, Harvoni and Gilead Sciences.

Amazon.com, Inc., VMware, Inc. Expected to Announce Cloud Deal

Amazon (AMZN) and VMWare (VMW) are joining forces to improve the tech company's software run better on the e-commerce retailer's cloud business.

Vans, Toy Story Team Up on New Sneaker Line

Vans, which is owned by VF Corp (VFC), is teaming up with Disney (DIS) for a new Toy Story sneaker line launching on Oct. 7.

Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) Signs Deal to Show Original Movies in Luxury Theaters

Netflix (NFLX) has signed a deal with iPic Entertainment to show 10 of its original movies in the chain's luxury theaters.

PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) Sued for Misleading Marketing for Naked Juice Drinks

PepsiCo (PEP) is being sued by a nonprofit group for allegedly misleading customers with marketing for its Naked Juice drinks.