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FB Analysis: Facebook ‘Likes’ Reveal Political Sides’ Favorite Things

Facebook has looked at Likes on its website made by Democrats and Republicans to see what TV shows, books and bands they lean toward.

YouTube Considers Letting Users Pay for an Ad-Free Version

YouTube, which is owned by Google, is considering an ad-free version that would be available to those willing to pay a subscription fee.

10 New Movie Releases Hitting Theaters in November 2014

There are plenty of new movie releases hitting theaters next month. Check out the 10 best films coming out this November.

Why Halliburton (HAL), Transocean (RIG) and EOG Resources (EOG) Are Today’s 3 Worst Stocks

One bearish forecast from a prominent Wall Street bank helped send oil and gas prices lower today. These three companies took the brunt of the hit.

New on Netflix: 12 Best Netflix Streaming Releases for November 2014

What's new on Netflix (NFLX) next month? Check out the 12 best Netflix streaming releases for November 2014.

Facebook (FB) Blamed for Pushing Junk Food on Teens

Facebook is being blamed for pushing junk food on teens and young adults in a recent study from the University of Sydney.

Shakira, Fisher-Price (MAT) Team Up on Baby Toys

Shakira and Fisher-Price are teaming up on a line of baby toys that will include six products co-developed by the singer.

Ebola in NYC: Tracing the Steps of New York Doctor Craig Spencer

Craig Spencer, a New York City Doctor, has been diagnosed with Ebola after returning from treating people in West Africa.

Cheap Gas Prices: Average Gas Prices Stay Below $3 Per Gallon

Finding cheap gas prices is becoming even easier as the national average falls from $3.144 per gallon to $3.072 per gallon.

Why Southwest Airlines Co, AT&T Inc., and General Motors Company Are Today’s 3 Worst Stocks

A healthy dose of skepticism, as well as some poor financial results and lowered forecasts, drove these three names lower on Thursday.

Britney Spears to Make $1M A WEEK in New Las Vegas Deal

Britney Spears has signed a new deal that has her making $1 million a week from her Las Vegas performances and includes more shows.

Why Boeing Co, Biogen Idec Inc, and Discover Financial Services are Today’s 3 Worst Stocks

Each of these three companies actually managed to beat Wall Street earnings estimates. But that wasn't enough to send their stocks higher.

Renee Zellweger Responds to Twitter Meltdown

Renee Zellweger has responded to claims made by Twitter users that she underwent plastic surgery by saying she is just happy and healthy.

Toys R Us ‘Breaking Bad’ Dolls Pulled From Shelves

Toys R Us pulled its Breaking Bad dolls from shelves following a petition from a concerned Florida mother.

5 Traits the Best Investors in the World Share

The best investors of all time share five common traits that made them wildly successful. Here's how the richest investors succeed...

Whole Foods (WFM) Airs First Nationwide TV Commercials

Whole Foods (WFM) is airing its first nationwide TV commercials along with more than 20 ads on its YouTube channel.

CEO of French Oil Giant Total SA Dies in Plane Accident

Total SA CEO Christophe de Margerie died on Monday when his jet collided with a snow plough while he was leaving Russia.

TSLA: Tesla Model S Sales to Hit 50,000 Milestone This Month

Tesla Motors' Model S is expected to reach its 50,000 sales milestone this month after the car has been on the market for about two years.

Xbox One Custom Backgrounds Coming in November Update

Microsoft has announced a number of Xbox One updates coming in November including custom backgrounds and new social media capabilities.