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AMZN: Amazon Inks Deal With Simon & Schuster

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Amazon has signed a deal with publisher Simon & Schuster that has both sides happy and will allow the publisher to have control of prices.

Staples (SPLS) Investigating Possible Data Breach

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Staples (SPLS) is investigating a potential data breach in the Northeast following signs of fraudulent activity in several banks.

Kimberly-Clark Layoffs: KMB to Cut Up to 1,300 Jobs

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Kimberly-Clark is laying off approximately 2% of its workers, amounting to 1,300 layoffs by the end of 2016.

Chinese Government Accused of Hacking Apple (AAPL) iCloud

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
The Chinese government has been accused of hacking Apple's iCloud in an attack that could have leaked passwords and other information.

5 Best Oscar de la Renta Quotes to Remember

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Oscar de la Renta, a fashion designer, died on Monday at the age of 82 due to complications with cancer and is survived by his wife and son.

4 Things to Know About the New Spotify Family Plan

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
A new Spotify family plan has been announced. Here are four things you should know about it including the new subscription prices.

WMT News: Walmart Care Clinics Offer $40 Doctor Visits

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Walmart (WMT) has now opened more than 100 walk-in clinics in Georgia, South Carolina and Texas. Visits are $40.

Ebola in Ohio: Who’s Being Monitored, Quarantined

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Ebola may have already spread in Ohio. Six people were in the same bridal shop as the Dallas nurse who was diagnosed with Ebola.

NFLX, DiCaprio Team Up on Endangered Gorillas Documentary

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Netflix and Leonardo DiCaprio are teaming up to release a documentary about endangered gorillas in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Shoppers to Avoid Data Breach Stores Like Target (TGT)

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Stores that have been hit by data breaches, such as Target and Home Depot, aren't likely going to see as many shoppers this holiday season.

Higher MCD Prices Are Sending Diners to EAT, PNRA, DENN

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Rising costs for McDonald's (MCD) meals has pushed some customers away to fast-casual chains such as Chili's and Denny's.

WHO: Nigeria, Senegal Are Free of Ebola

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
The World Health Organization has declared both Nigeria and Senegal as being free of Ebola, but warns more infections could appear.

LISTEN: Preview Taylor Swift Song ‘Welcome to New York’

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
A 30-second clip of Taylor Swift's new song has been released online. Check out 'Welcome to New York' here.

Marc Andreessen Quits eBay Board

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Marc Andreessen has announced that he will be leaving his position as a member of eBay's board of directors.

Orionids Meteor Shower 2014: Peak Time, Where to Watch

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
The Orionid Meteor Shower will start on Tuesday night and will last into Wednesday morning with peak viewing starting at midnight.

TSLA, BABA: Tesla Model S Now Available for Sale Through Alibaba

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Tesla Motors has started selling its Model S in China through Alibaba, but the vehicles can't be customized before they are purchased.

Nov. 1 Facebook Fee Hoax: FB Is NOT Charging $2.99 a Month

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
The Facebook Fee Hoax just refuses to die as some people continue to worry about having to pay $2.99 for the service starting on November 1.

Better Business Bureau Gives Uber, Lyft an “F”

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Better Business Bureau has given an "F" rating to car services Uber and Lyft after receiving numerous complaints from customers.

TSLA, MS: Morgan Stanley Would Like to See a Tesla Pickup Truck

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
A research report from Morgan Stanley makes a brief mention of an electric pickup truck that could be made by Tesla Motors.
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