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How Tesla Batteries Are Powering Walmart Stores

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Tesla batteries are being tested to power Walmart stores. They are also powering about 300 California homes and more.

Top 10 Spots for the Best Island Vacations 2015

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
TripAdvisor has released its 2015 list of the best island vacations around the world. Here’s the top 10, including Madeira and Bali.

Trek Bicycles Recall: What Owners Should Know

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
A Trek bicycles recall has been issued following three injuries. This affects bikes made in the last 15 years.

When Is Mother’s Day 2015?

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Mother's Day, the holiday for showing appreciation to moms, will take place on May 10 this year, which is the second Sunday of the month.

Twitter Update: TWTR Rolls Out New Direct Messaging Feature

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Twitter is rolling out a couple of new direct messaging features. Find out more about the new Twitter update here.

Beyonce Spotted in ‘Secret’ Gold Apple Watch

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Beyonce was spotted wearing the secret Gold Apple Watch at Coachella. She posted a picture of it on her blog.

Cash in Those Reward Miles and Points Before It’s Too Late

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Cash in reward miles and points before they become pointless and worth nothing.

Walmart Abruptly Closes 5 Stores, Lays Off 2,200

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Walmart closed down five stores abruptly. These will be shut down for six months, leaving more than 2,000 workers unemployed.

Frederick’s of Hollywood Closes All Stores

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Frederick’s of Hollywood announced that it will close all of its physical stores. The retailer will stick to online sales.

The Starbucks S’mores Frappuccino Is Here

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Starbucks has announced the S’mores Frappucino. It will be released in 11 days and it will be available until early September.

Sarah Jessica Parker Coming to HBO in ‘Divorce’

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Sarah Jessica Parker will be in a new HBO show called 'Divorce.' Filming for the sitcom will begin this year.

Schlumberger Layoffs: SLB to Cut 11,000 Jobs

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Schlumberger Limited., an oil field service company, has announced that it will be laying off 11,000 employees following a poor quarter.

GE Earnings: General Electric Company Has Slow First Quarter

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
General Electric Company has released its earnings report for the first quarter of 2015 and it was a slow quarter for the company.

Reynolds American, Inc. Earnings Recap: RAI Beats Street

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Reynolds American, Inc. has released its earnings report for the first quarter of 2015 and it beat analysts' expectations for the quarter.

NASA Captures First Color Image of Pluto

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
NASA has captured the first color image of Pluto, taken from a distance of about 71 million miles. You can also see its largest moon.

NBA Playoffs 2015: Schedule for First Round

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
The NBA playoffs 2015 schedule for the first round has been released eight matches between both Eastern and Western Conference teams.

Tesla (TSLA) Denies $25 Hourly Wage Reports

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Tesla Motors Inc has denied reports that it will be paying $25 an hour, which is above average pay, at its Nevada gigafactory.

Are Nicki Minaj and Meek Mill Engaged?

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
There's speculation that rapper Nicki Minaj is engaged to her boyfriend Meek Mill following an image of a ring she posted on Instagram.

Starwood Launches New ‘Tribute’ Hotel Brand

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc is launching a new hotel brand called 'Tribute' that is made up of independent hotels.
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