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Asian stocks sink on U.S. turbulence, weak China growth

Asian stocks sink on U.S. turbulence, weak China growth

Gold, a traditional safe haven in times of turmoil, rose more than 1 per cent. Besides collapsing oil prices, fears of a slowdown in China, the world’s second-largest economy and

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Oil prices may fall further this year, the IEA says

Oil prices may fall further this year, the IEA says

It said in its monthly report Tuesday that excess global supply may reach 1.5 million barrels per day during the first half of the year.

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2 of 3 dead near NY college were student athletes

2 of 3 dead near NY college were student athletes

Hutchinson, from North Vancouver, was a student at the State University of New York (SUNY) in Geneseo, and also a volunteer firefighter.

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Johnson & Johnson to cut about 3000 jobs in medical devices

Johnson & Johnson to cut about 3000 jobs in medical devices

The move is slated to put a $2 billion to $2.4 billion pre-tax hit on the balance sheet, the company said, including $600 million during the 4th quarter of 2015.

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Tax season has officially arrived

Tax season has officially arrived

They are available online at IRS.gov.

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Walmart closing 269 stores; none in the valley

Walmart closing 269 stores; none in the valley

Citing changes in its market strategy, big-box retailer Wal-Mart announced Friday it would be closing 269 stores globally, including 154 locations in the United States.

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In tight race, Democrats debate passion versus practicality

In tight race, Democrats debate passion versus practicality

Democratic presidential candidates Hillary Clinton (L) and Bernie Sanders (R) participate in the NBC News -YouTube Democratic Candidates Debate on January 17, 2016 at the Gaillard Center in Charleston, South

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China posts slowest annual economic growth in 25 years

China posts slowest annual economic growth in 25 years

The figure was in line with a median 6.9% increase forecast by 15 economists polled by The Wall Street Journal.

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‘Ride Along 2’ beats ‘Star Wars’ at box office

‘Ride Along 2’ beats ‘Star Wars’ at box office

Daily Variety reported the comedy sequel picked up a commanding $34 million over the four-day holiday weekend.

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Clydesdale Bank hopes for £2bn price tag despite choppy markets

Clydesdale Bank hopes for £2bn price tag despite choppy markets

City sources say the board of National Australia Bank (NAB), owner of the Glasgow-based lender, will meet early this week to decide on the pricing of the London listing.

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Iran to boost oil output by 500000 barrels

Iran to boost oil output by 500000 barrels

Oil prices hit their lowest since 2003 on Monday, as the market braced for additional Iranian exports after the lifting of sanctions against the country over the weekend. Crude oil

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GE Brings Things To Life In Boston; Lights Out In Connecticut

GE Brings Things To Life In Boston; Lights Out In Connecticut

Jeffrey Immelt the CEO at General Electric decided during this past summer to begin searching for a new location for the headquarters of the company.

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