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Disgraced Ex-Yahoo CEO Gets new Gig

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Scott Thompson, ex-CEO of Yahoo was today named CEO of ShopRunner, a shopping network of merchants that began less than two years ago.

10 Huge Paydays for the Hired and Fired

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
CEO paychecks can be huge -- even when it's to give execs the boot. Check out these 10 names that made bank in the last year, whether on the way in or out.

McDonald’s New Low-Calorie Campaign

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Calorie-conscious consumers will soon have an easier time ordering from the McDonald's menu thanks to the chain's. 'Favorites Under 400 Calories,' effort.

10 Best-Paying Jobs For Women 2012

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Forbes recently used research from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics to compile a list of the 20 best-paying jobs for women in 2012. Here's a look at 10.

Zynga Appoints First Female Board Member

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Ellen Siminoff, president and CEO of Shmoop University and former Yahoo executive, joins Zynga's board of directors and will serve on its audit committee.

Attention Women: How to Nab a High-Powered Board Seat

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Four dynamic businesswomen share their insights and experience to help more women land seats on large corporate boards.

Mayer’s New Job as Yahoo’s CEO Is Worth…

By InvestorPlace Staff
Find out just how much former Google employee Marissa Mayer is getting paid at her new job as CEO of Yahoo.

Wal-Mart Scandal Sign of a Mid-Life Crisis?

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Wal-Mart may need an extreme leadership makeover to satisfy angry shareholders in the wake of a bribery scandal originating in Mexico.

Women Love Bad Boys … er, Businesses

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
With so few females making it to the corner office, you can't help but wonder why so many end up taking fixer-upper jobs at struggling tech companies.

3 CEOs Who Might’ve Opted Out Early

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
If these three CEOs had been given a chance to just walk away scot-free after a few weeks, they might have just done it.

FDA Approves Second Diet Drug in 2 Months

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration has already approved two weight loss drugs this year. The drug Qsymia, made by Vivus, was approved today.

Rent Out Your GM Car Through OnStar

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
A partnership between RelayRides and General Motors brings a new way for some vehicle-owners to make extra dough by renting out their set of wheels.

Making Money, One Good Deed at a Time

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
Some companies really believe in "corporate social responsibility" -- and they serve their chosen higher purpose without sacrificing profits.

5 Juicy Facts: HSBC’s Money-Laundering

By InvestorPlace Staff
HSBC's head of compliance David Bagley has stepped down as Britain's biggest bank faces accusations of money-laundering, terrorist funding and tax evasion.

Refinance, Now!

By Billy Currano, InvestorPlace Staff
Even if you just did a refi, current rock-bottom rates signal a rare opportunity to get an even better deal. Here's what to look for.

The Best and Worst U.S. Airlines in May

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Here are May 2012’s Best and Worst Airlines as measured by performance in three areas: on-time flights, mishandled baggage and complaints:

Kudos to Yahoo for Hiring a Pregnant CEO

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Yahoo's new CEO, Marissa Mayer confirmed that she and her husband Zachary Bogue are expecting baby boy this October.

Where Are the Women Board Members?

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Big U.S. companies lag badly when it comes to getting females on the board, and they're missing a chance to do what's right -- for the bottom line.

Top 10 Best Global Green Brands 2012

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Interbrand, one of the world’s largest branding consultancies, along with consulting firm Deloitte, recently ranked the 50 Best Global Green Brands.
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