Billionaire Ken Griffin’s wife wants $1 million a month in divorce
The filing states that Griffin has paid for 100% of the children’s needs, except for “her astronomical demand for $450,000 to take a ten-day vacation to St. Barth’s during the…
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Billionaire Ken Griffin’s wife wants $1 million a month in divorce
The filing states that Griffin has paid for 100% of the children’s needs, except for “her astronomical demand for $450,000 to take a ten-day vacation to St. Barth’s during the…
Red carpet knockoffs for a fraction of the price
These companies copy designs using software that can produce a dress pattern in a matter of minutes, using just a photograph or drawing. “The artistry comes from the operator of…
Only high-rollers get ringside seats for Mayweather-Pacquiao
MGM PR Director Scott Ghertner said he doesn’t have any details yet on pricing, or about the credit line. But published reports say the ticket prices will range from $1,000…
Pope Francis to Angela Merkel: Help the poor…and Greece
Germany acts to defend its national interest. It acts like the first among equals. It has been a clear defender of the rights and prerogatives of creditors. What is needed…
Elizabeth Warren brings a new fight for the middle class
Related: Warren wins as banker drops out of Treasury job nomination Most stock quote data provided by BATS. Market indices are shown in real time, except for the DJIA, which…
Greece’s reform plan backed by creditors
Finance Minister Yanis Varoufakis has vowed to continue fighting to “recalibrate the austerity” his left-wing party has condemned for killing the Greek economy. That means he’ll have to find ways…
Want a raise? Join a union
“You are better off in a union job because there you get to bargain for better wages,” said Sylvia Allegretto, co-director of the Center on Wage and Employment Dynamics at…
“Run, Forrest, run!” Nike brings back Gump shoes
They’re also a lot cheaper than Kanye West’s recently released Yeezy Boost shoes, a limited edition line retailing for $350 but going for more than $1,000 on eBay (EBAY, Tech30)….
North Sea oil industry faces dire future
The report said North Sea oil and gas revenues slumped to £24.4 billion in 2014, the lowest since 1998. – Most stock quote data provided by BATS. Market indices are…
Premarkets: 6 things to know before the open
2. Slippery oil politics: There’s been talk that OPEC could hold an emergency meeting to discuss the recent sharp drop in oil prices. Nigeria’s oil minister, who also acts as…
Stock markets all around the world broke records
Investors interpreted her statements at the Senate Banking Committee as a sign that rates won’t go up until June at the earliest. The Dow soared almost 100 points to close…
The next debt ceiling crackup
If you think this week’s fight over Homeland Security funding shows off Washington dysfunction, imagine the possibilities of a potential three-way collision: debt ceiling + October 1 funding deadline +…
The next debt ceiling crackup
If you think this week’s fight over Homeland Security funding shows off Washington dysfunction, imagine the possibilities of a potential three-way collision: debt ceiling + October 1 funding deadline +…
Keith Olbermann suspended for a week over Penn State tweets
“@KeithOlbermann What makes us pitiful? The fact that we are smart college students raising money for a great cause? You are pitiful, sir,” another person tweeted. – Most stock quote…
Immigrant spouses find relief with new H-4 visa rule
“In a world where everyone is competing, other countries like Canada are more competitive in giving both spouses and high-skilled workers authorization to work as soon as they arrive,” he…
Janet Yellen: Too many Americans aren’t making it
The stock market shot up with the Dow hitting a new record during her testimony as many on Wall Street interpreted her remarks as further indication that an interest rate…
‘Minimum wage hike killed my bookstore’
Beatts isn’t making big buckshe only pays himself $28,000 a yearbut that’s enough for his modest lifestyle. Even though he’s kept wages low, payroll is still his biggest expense after…
Bill O’Reilly tries to end Falklands controversy: ‘I want to stop this now’
Engberg’s report, which originally aired in June of 1982, described police officers firing tear gas and plastic bullets at protesters. “It is not known how many were hurt, but witnesses…
Obama pushes protections for retirement accounts
Nationwide, the potential losses amount to $17 billion lost every year, according to President Obama’s Council of Economic Advisers. – Most stock quote data provided by BATS. Market indices are…
Oscar winner Patricia Arquette calls for pay equality for women
Robert Downey Jr. was number one on the list at $75 million, while No. 2 Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson also would have topped Bullock’s pay at $52 million. Lawrence would…
Oscar winner Patricia Arquette calls for pay equality for women
Robert Downey Jr. was number one on the list at $75 million, while No. 2 Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson also would have topped Bullock’s pay at $52 million. Lawrence would…
HSBC boss hid bonuses in Swiss account
“We deeply regret and apologize for the conduct and compliance failures highlighted which were in contravention of our own policies as well as expectations of us,” HSBC said in a…
HSBC boss hid bonuses in Swiss account
“We deeply regret and apologize for the conduct and compliance failures highlighted which were in contravention of our own policies as well as expectations of us,” HSBC said in a…
Regulator: United doesn’t need to accept mistake fares
Related: United won’t take its $70 first-class tickets The cancellations caused uproar among frequent travelers and passengers. Thousands submitted complaints to the U.S. Department of Transportation in hopes their flights…
Premarkets: 4 things to know before the open
HSBC is currently under investigation by Swiss authorities as part of a new criminal inquiry into allegations of money laundering. – Most stock quote data provided by BATS. Market indices…
Premarkets: 4 things to know before the open
HSBC is currently under investigation by Swiss authorities as part of a new criminal inquiry into allegations of money laundering. – Most stock quote data provided by BATS. Market indices…
Greek government says battle against austerity continues
Syriza’s campaign pledges would be costly. If they indeed are all to be implemented, Varoufakis’ government would have to find significant offsetting measures. “This package is not so much geared…
Mayweather vs. Pacquiao: Biggest payday in sports
Related: Mayweather passes Tiger to become best-paid athlete – Most stock quote data provided by BATS. Market indices are shown in real time, except for the DJIA, which is delayed…
Workers at nation’s largest oil refinery join growing strike
It is the first large-scale walkout in the industry in 35 years. Most of the nation’s oil workers remain on the job, but the USW urged all its members to…