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AAPL: Apple Phablet Production to Reportedly Start in July

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer Jun 25, 2014

Apple (AAPL) begins production of a 5.5-inch “phablet” iPhone 6 model in July -- with a smaller 4.7-inch iPhone version that both will launch in September.

JD Power Ratings 2014: Best Cars for Quality

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 24, 2014

JD Power has released its list, which uses data collected from surveys of a selection of people, of the best cars for quality in 2014.

Was the KFC Kick-Out Story a Money-Grabbing Hoax?

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 24, 2014

Was the KFC story about a girl getting kicked out for her appearance a hoax done by the family to make money?

Angela Ahrendts at Apple: 3 Things to Know About the New AAPL Retail Chief

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer Jun 24, 2014

Apple (AAPL) has welcomed aboard Angela Ahrendts as the new AAPL retail chief, but what exactly do we know about her?

AMZN, TWX: Amazon Ends Halt on Warner Bros. DVD Pre-Orders

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer Jun 24, 2014

Amazon (AMZN) has ended a hold on Warner Bros. DVD pre-orders, as it begins patching up a pricing dispute that started last month.

Yahoo (YHOO) CEO Marissa Mayer Oversleeps, Keeps Ad Execs Waiting Hours

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer Jun 24, 2014

Yahoo (YHOO) CEO Marissa Mayer flubbed big time in France when she overslept and kept ad execs waiting hours.

The World Cup Effect: Will Brazil’s Investment Pay Off?

By Robert Martin, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 23, 2014

Brazil stocks are going strong despite wasteful spending on the World Cup. Here's what you should know about the emerging market.

Daytime Emmy Awards 2014: The Winners List

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 23, 2014

The Daytime Emmy Awards 2014 took place Sunday night. Check out the full winners list for the TV awards here.

Fun Rides: Priceline Launches New Line of Rental Cars

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 23, 2014

Priceline has launched a new line of luxury and specialty rental cars called Fun Rides to help spice up choices for those on vacation.

AMZN: Amazon Says Prime Music Is a Hit

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer Jun 23, 2014

The era of music is redefined: Amazon (AMZN) is saying that its Prime Music is officially a hit.

TSLA News: India’s Mahindra to Review Tesla’s Free Patents

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 23, 2014

The CEO of India's Mahindra Reva Electric Vehicles says his company will review Tesla Motors (TSLA) battery charging patents.

AAPL News: Apple Suppliers Ramp up for iPhone 6

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer Jun 23, 2014

Apple (AAPL) suppliers are ramping up production in anticipation of a hugely popular iPhone 6 release.

Summer Solstice 2014: What Is the Longest Day of the Year?

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 20, 2014

June 21 is the summer solstice which marks the longest day of the year and the official start of summer.

Viral on Facebook: Mugshot of Handsome Felon Jeremy Meeks a FB Hit

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer Jun 20, 2014

Blue-eyed and chisel-faced, felon Jeremy Meeks is lighting up Facebook (FB) with a mug shot that has become a viral hit.

AAPL News: Apple iWatch Coming This Fall?

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer Jun 20, 2014

Production of the Apple (AAPL) iWatch is set for production in Taiwan in July -- with its debut set for early fall.

AMZN: Amazon Backs Down on JK Rowling Book Delays

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer Jun 20, 2014

Amazon (AMZN) is breaking under consumer pressure and now says it will release JK Rowling's new book after a slew of delays because of a legal battle.