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Subway Deems McDonald’s Shameful? Shrug.

By Kyle Woodley, Senior Investing Editor, Kiplinger
Subway's survey of fast-food "shame" shows that people aren't exactly proud of eating at McDonald's. In other news, the sky is blue.

6 Things You Need to Know About ‘March Against Monsanto’

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Environmentalists around the world are coordinated a day of protests and boycotts aimed at Monsanto over its genetically modified corn and soybean seeds.

Fabulous Fifth Avenue: Top Shelf Shopping

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Fifth Avenue offers an amazing, high-end shopping experience anyone would love to indulge in.

College Grads: Kudos on a Great Investment

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
While the debt pile necessary to get through college has reached frightening heights, the numbers show that higher ed still is one of the best investments out there.

Are Women Better Investors Than Men?

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There's been a battle of the sexes going on in the investing world for years, and I'm not about to turn it into a war by taking sides.

Small SUVs Flunk Safety Tests

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
Five smaller SUVs fared poorly on a new crash test designed by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

Netflix Is the Top Super-Duper Internet Bandwidth Hog

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
A new study shows that streaming video company Netflix is the top consumer of home bandwidth ... and it's growing.

Abercrombie & Fitch: The No. 1 Brand of Homeless Apparel?

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
Filmmaker Greg Karber is protesting Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries elitist attitude by giving A&F clothes to the homeless.

Google CEO Reveals His Rare Medical Condition

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Google CEO Larry Page says he suffers from paralysis of his left vocal cord, which some times makes it difficult for him to speak.

Why Walmart Will Not Sign Bangladesh Safety Agreement

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
Mega-retailer Walmart is refusing to sign the Bangladesh Safety Accord, instead saying it can police itself better.

Stay ‘Home’ But Get Away: Top Shelf Trips

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
CordeValle, between its lovely views, championship golf course, 85-acre vineyard and Sense spa, can offer you a taste of the good life that you won't soon forget.

Investors, Advisors Still Suffer from ‘Fear of Another 2008’

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Investors are still feeling the effects of the market meltdown in 2008, which might be a good sign for future market moves.

Amtrak to Replace Northeast’s Aging Fleet

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Amtrak has unveiled the first of 70 new locomotives built by Siemens in California to replace its fleet of aging locomotives.

Young Investors: You Need An Estate Plan

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
There are plenty of excuses as to why you don't need an estate plan, and none of them really hold water. You have assets. Be prepared.

Hackers Steal $45M From ATMs in Matter of Hours

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
A global crime ring has managed to steal more than $45 million by hacking banks and cash machines around the world.

McDonald’s to Drop One Line of Burgers, Expand Another

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
Fast-food chain McDonald's is killing off the Angus Burger in an effort to revamp its menu to appeal to more customers.

5 Power Moms Worth Celebrating

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
It's almost Mother's Day -- the perfect time to acknowledge the impressive women who have broken through the glass ceiling without having to sacrifice family life.

Coca-Cola Promises No Ads Targeting Kids

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
Coca-Cola is continuing its efforts -- especially in emerging markets -- to make consumers aware of the nutritional value of its products.

Study: Subway Only Slightly Healthier Than McDonald’s

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer
A new report finds that adolescents who eat at Subway are only marginally better off than if they eat at McDonald's.
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