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Tuesday Apple Rumors: iWatch to Get Flexible OLED Display

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Apple is developing a flexible plastic display for its upcoming iWatch; Android tablets overtake iPads; and Apple hires Toronto Blue Jays assistant manager.

4 Simple Tips for Surviving Market Corrections

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
If you're worried about a looming market correction, don't be. Instead, read up on these four ways to survive (and perhaps even thrive) during a correction.

Fast-Food Drive-Thrus Now Slower Than Ever

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
American drive-thrus are increasingly slowing down -- with consumer wait times becoming much longer.

Airline Passengers Don’t Mind Paying Fees for These New Perks

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Instead of introducing fees for formerly-free services, airlines are now adding charges for enhanced services.

5 Odd Jobs You Probably Haven’t Heard Of

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
If you're looking to make some money, sometimes you have to think outside the box. Here are a few odd jobs -- some awesome, some absurd -- you could try.

9 Healthcare Stocks on the Move

By Jon Markman, Editor, Trader's Advantage and CounterPoint Options
By Jon Markman -- Wondering which stocks will be affected by the new healthcare exchanges? Here's a quick rundown.

Billionaires Moving Beyond Yachts in Favor of Submarines

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
Billionaires of late are setting their sights even further -- to owning submarines for the latest thrill-seeking adventure.

7 Top M&A Highlights of Q3

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Global M&A activity jumped 13% year-over-year, helped by blockbuster deals from Verizon, Amgen and Microsoft, among other M&A deals.

FAA Recommends Allowing Smartphone, Tablet Use During Takeoff, Landing

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
An FAA advisory panel is recommending that passengers be allowed to use their smartphones, tablets, e-readers and other wireless devices during takeoff and landing

Cracker Barrel Announces $50M Share Buyback

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
Cracker Barrel will repurchase some $50 million in shares in a buyback program.

Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer Defends Vogue Photo Shoot

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Marissa Mayer continues to face questions about a photo shoot she appeared in for an article in Vogue.

Retail Experts: Black Friday Will Disappear

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
The power of Black Friday sales is fading as retailers expend the holiday shopping season and offer better deals on other days.

Student Debt Problems Only Getting Worse

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
President Obama's higher ed proposal still has a long way to go. Find out why, and what you can do to manage your student debt in the meantime.

Target Ticket: 10 Things to Know About the New Streaming Service

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Discount retail chain Target has launched a new video streaming service called Target Ticket, aimed at families with children.

Nike Earnings: Expect Fireworks From NKE

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Nike earnings are coming after the bell Thursday -- here's what investors should look for in NKE's first quarter.

September Rate Roundup: CDs, Money Markets and Mortgages

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Interest rates on savings accounts and CDs were unchanged or rose in September, while mortgage and refinance rates cooled down.

Starbucks Enters Soda Machine Game With Fizzio Trademark

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Starbucks has filed to trademark the name "Fizzio" in reference to a machine to make carbonated and sparkling beverages.

Credit Cards: Do You Need Them?

By Carla Lake, InvestorPlace Staff
If you spend less than you earn, why would you need credit cards? Here's a look at the long-term benefits of picking up some plastic.

10 Once-Super-Rich Who Lost Everything

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
These are 10 former millionaires and billionaires who lost everything despite their enormous wealth.
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