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Target Shutting Down All Stores in Canada

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 15, 2015

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 Jan 15, 2015

The 2015 Oscar nominations have been announced. Here is the full list of Academy Award hopefuls including 'American Sniper.'

Facebook News: ‘First Profile Picture’ Posts Go Viral

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 15, 2015

The newest viral sensation on Facebook is reposting your first profile picture and challenging tree friends to do the same.

Facebook News: FB Adds Graphic Content Warning

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 14, 2015

Facebook (FB) has added a warning to videos deemed to be graphic in their content. Here's what you should know about it.

Chipotle Pulls Pork Over Supplier Violations

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 14, 2015

Roughly 600 Chipotle locations are out of pork after the company cut off one of its supplier for not meeting its standards.

James Cameron: Next Avatar Sequel Won’t Come Until Late 2017

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 14, 2015

James Cameron announced that the first Avatar sequel will be delayed until late 2017. There will be two more sequels beyond that.

Taylor Swift Gifts Fan With Student Loan Check, Care Package

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 14, 2015

Taylor Swift sent a fan close to $2,000 to help her pay off student loans. The singer also sent a care package.

Bonnaroo 2015 Lineup: This Year’s Headliners

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 14, 2015

The Bonnaroo 2015 lineup is here and Billy Joel, Mumford & Sons, Deadmau5, Kendrick Lamar and Florence + The Machine are headliners.

American Girl Store Locations: Retailer Coming to Nashville in Spring 2015

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 14, 2015

An American Girl store is coming to Nashville's Cool Springs Galleria this spring--the first of its kind in Tennessee.

TSLA News: Connecticut Considers Direct Tesla Sales

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 14, 2015

Connecticut lawmakers are considering allowing Tesla Motors to sell cars in the state and will hold an open discussion about the subject.

IMAX Releases ‘New Games of Thrones’ Dates, Theater List

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 14, 2015

IMAX has released the list of dates and theaters where the Game of Thrones screenings will take place. Check it out.

Bitcoin News: Bitcoin Price Plunges Below $200

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 14, 2015

The Bitcoin price is now below $200 following a 15% decline Tuesday and another plunge today. Here's what you should know about it.