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Man Breaks Record for Ordering Most Expensive Starbucks Drink

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
A man just broke the record for ordering the most expensive Starbucks drink. Here's what you should know about the $83 drink.

Why Google May Invest $1 Billion in SpaceX

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Google may be planning to invest $1 billion in Elon Musk's SpaceX as the company looks to start a satellite system for high-speed internet.

DirecTV Hikes NFL Sunday Ticket Prices

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
DirecTV has raised NFL Sunday Ticket prices. Max subscribers will pay over $350 for out-of-market football games.

The JCPenney Catalog Is Coming Back

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
The JCPenney catalog will be making a return in March 2015 for select customers and will include 120 pages of housewares items.

Twitter to Buy Indian Startup ZipDial

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Twitter has announced that it has acquired Indian startup ZipDial, which deals in 'missed call' services, for an undisclosed sum.

Amazon Movies Are Coming to the Big Screen

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Amazon has announced that it will be making original movies that will be shown in theaters and be online for streaming shortly after.

MLK Jr. Day: Are Banks Open Today?

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Are banks open today? Most major banks will be closed this Martin Luther King Jr. Day in honor of the civil rights activist.

MLK Jr. Day 2015: Is the Stock Market Open Today?

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Happy MLK Jr Day--is the stock market open today? Find out what you need to know about trading today here.

MLK JR DAY 2015: 10 Inspiring Martin Luther King Jr. Quotes

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
In honor of MLK Day, here are 10 of the most inspiring Martin Luther King Jr. quotes. What's your favorite?

Pope Francis Defends Catholic Church Ban on Birth Control

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Pope Francis has defended the Catholic Church's ban on birth control. Here's what he had to say about artificial contraception.

5 Things to Know About IRS Free File

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
IRS Free File started today, Jan. 16, 2015 and can be accessed on the organization's official website with software to help users.

Uber Is No Longer Legal in South Carolina

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Uber is illegal in South Carolina at the moment due to the company not having the proper certification to operate in the state.

Apple, Google, Intel & Adobe Settle ‘Anti-Poaching’ Lawsuit for $415M

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Apple, Google, Intel and Adobe Systems have agreed to pay $415 million to settle a lawsuit against them for anti-poaching practices.

How to Buy a House

By Jessica Whitmore, InvestorPlace Contributor
Our guide walks you through all the steps to consider when you buy a house, from financing and pre-approval to home inspections and closing.

#SaveTacoBell: First Taco Bell Location Faces Demolition

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
#SaveTacoBell is gaining attention as people work to keep the first of Taco Bell location, opened in 1962, from possible demolition.

Marriott Gives Up on Blocking Wi-Fi Hot Spots

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Marriott International has given up the fight to block personal Wi-Fi spots in its hotels following opposition from companies and guests.

IKEA Crib Mattress Recall: What to Know

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
IKEA has announced a crib mattress recall over safety concerns after two infants became stuck between cribs and mattresses.

Target Shutting Down All Stores in Canada

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Target has announced that it will be closing all of its stores in Canada and ending its business there after two years of failure.

Academy Awards: Oscar Nominations 2015 List

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
The 2015 Oscar nominations have been announced. Here is the full list of Academy Award hopefuls including 'American Sniper.'
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