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No more Montenegrin pork? Russia adds 4 countries to list of import bans.The ban includes meat, fish, dairy products, fruit, and vegetables. While some analysts have suggested that the economic consequences could be dire, others have scoffed that it's purely political.
Why is Elon Musk raising funds for Tesla?The company announced a $500 million sale in common stock Thursday.
McDonald's tries out Buttermilk Crispy ChickenMcDonald's will roll out the new sandwich soon as improvement on its crispy chicken patty.聽
Tesla announces $500 million stock sale to fund aggressive expansion plansTesla Motors is selling more stock to bolster its cash position as it prepares to launch its second high-volume electric car.聽Financial analysts have long suggested that Tesla needed more cash to fund its aggressive plans for expansion.
2016 Toyota Tacoma comes with GoPro mount. A new trend?To aid adventure lovers in their quest to capture their action, the 2016 Toyota Tacoma will come standard with a GoPro mount location right on the front glass.
Steer clear of China's stock marketWhile there are many opportunities China, a country of some 1.4 billion people, an average investor hoping to cash in by investing directly would be entering a minefield. China鈥檚 primary stock market has been running for 25 years and has seen 27 bear markets.
US retail sales up 0.6% in July on strong car salesRetail sales gained steam in July as households boosted purchases of automobiles and a range of other goods, suggesting solid momentum in the economy early in the third quarter. Sales increased 0.6 percent last month, according to the Commerce Department.聽
Airbnb is offering a room at Boston's Fenway Park: What's the catch?The home sharing site announced a contest to spend a night in the Major League's oldest ballpark.
Ten used hybrid cars to avoidJust as new hybrid cars vary in efficiency, driving quality, and sales volume, some used hybrids may be a more conservative bet than others. Here's our list of ten used hybrids about which you should think twice before signing on the line and digging into your wallet.
Trader Joe's: Good for cheap groceries, great for home valuesAccording to a new study, the value of homes near Trader Joe鈥檚 grocery stores have grown more quickly than those near its pricey yet equally beloved counterpart, Whole Foods.
Joan Didion on the $10 bill? LA bookstore ignites online campaign.A graphic designer at LA's Book Soup prompted public enthusiasm for Didion's appearance on the new currency聽with a handwritten note on a chalkboard.聽
Macy's tops Amazon with same-day delivery in 17 citiesMacy's now offers same-day delivery to customers in 17 markets, whereas Amazon's same-day delivery service, which was launched in 2009, only recently expanded to 14 cities nationwide.
Ads for junk food and soda target minorities more than whites, study findsA new study shows that companies selling soda and other high-calorie foods聽are pouring millions into ads meant for minority viewers.聽
How Hillary Clinton would tinker with taxesHillary Clinton so far seems disinterested in fundamentally restructuring the tax code.聽Instead, she鈥檇聽retain the framework of the current tax law, while tweaking the code to encourage--or discourage--certain activities.
One Florida county works to find compromise between taxis and UberCommissioners in Broward County, Fla. have voted to craft legislation that both Uber and incumbent cab companies can work with.
Kraft Heinz to cut 2,500 jobs following mergerThe combination of Pittsburgh-based Heinz and Kraft earlier this year was engineered by Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway and Brazilian investment firm 3G Capital.
College financing options for adults going back to schoolThe prospect of expanded career prospects has many adults looking to return to school. But the cost聽can prove prohibitive even to those with steady employment. Adult learners should familiarize themselves with options that can make education more affordable.
Why Michael Jordan is in a Chicago courtMichael Jordan is defending his 'brand' in a civil trial looking at the market value of the former NBA star's identity.
Hyundai Vision G concept coupe brings space, luxuryHyundai says its new 'Vision G' concept car serves as inspiration for a 'family of future premium products'聽that will offer luxury, performance and style together with competitive value.聽
Fast food chains offer pre-ordering. Does it really save time?Several chains are taking steps to make fast food even faster by allowing customers to order and pay via mobile apps, then skip the line and snag their order when they arrive at the restaurant. But does it actually work?
