The Latest: Italy edges toward League-5-Star government

The Latest on the drawn-out negotiations to form Italy's next government (all times local): 7:15 p.m. Italy's populist leaders are getting a second shot at putting together a government."The Latest: Italy edges toward League-5-Star government" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2J0sWY4

What’s behind Trump’s weighing of Martha Stewart pardon?

President may be trying to set a lying-under-oath precedent as Michael Flynn faces sentencing, according to an entertainment lawyer."What’s behind Trump’s weighing of Martha Stewart pardon?" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2xweGks

Possibility of Las Vegas casino workers' strike draws closer

The two largest resort operators in Las Vegas would lose more than $10 million a day combined if housekeepers, cooks and others go on strike, a possibility starting Friday, the union representing thousands of casino workers said."Possibility of Las Vegas casino workers' strike draws closer" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2svIpnM

Clearside Biomedical Stock Down 26%: The "Positive" Data That Wasn't

Sometimes press release headlines and share prices don't match up."Clearside Biomedical Stock Down 26%: The "Positive" Data That Wasn't" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2ssnKBh

Traders Turn Bearish on a Big Bank ETF

This article was originally published on ETFTrends.com."Traders Turn Bearish on a Big Bank ETF" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2xBOvJo

Bittrex to Launch Fiat Trading Options After New Bank Partnership

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These franchises are hiring hundreds of workers this summer

From the restaurant industry to technology and pet retail, these five small businesses are eager to hire more workers."These franchises are hiring hundreds of workers this summer" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2L8ryPM

Boeing South Carolina workers face union membership vote

The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers is trying for a third time to organize in the Palmetto State."Boeing South Carolina workers face union membership vote" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2slfsvt

IBM Watson Health slashes US workforce after acquisitions

But the software company says it’s only a “small percentage” of its global workforce."IBM Watson Health slashes US workforce after acquisitions" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2kCBeqr

Athletes should keep politics out of sports: Johnny Damon

There’s a place and time for politics -- and it’s not on the field, the former MLB outfielder said."Athletes should keep politics out of sports: Johnny Damon" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2L9NBp3

For ‘Columbiners,’ School Shootings Have a Deadly Allure

By MANNY FERNANDEZ, JULIE TURKEWITZ and JESS BIDGOOD via NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2H2lw0G The New York Times

Goldman Sachs VP charged with securities fraud

Woojae Jung charged with six counts of securities fraud and one count of conspiracy."Goldman Sachs VP charged with securities fraud" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2IZNJLw

The Latest: Trade dispute hits stock prices for US companies

The Latest on trade tensions between the United States and the European Union (all times local): 9:45 a.m."The Latest: Trade dispute hits stock prices for US companies" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2kC58Lm

The Latest: German minister scolds US over trade penalties

The Latest on trade tensions between the United States and the European Union (all times local): 9:45 a.m."The Latest: German minister scolds US over trade penalties" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2H857HY

Stocks dip as US imposes steel, aluminum tariffs; GM surges

U.S. stocks are mostly lower Thursday morning following big swings over the last two days."Stocks dip as US imposes steel, aluminum tariffs; GM surges" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2LHcTMB

Specter of trade war with US tariffs; rattled markets plunge

President Donald Trump's administration is planning to impose tariffs on European steel and aluminum imports after failing to win concessions from the European Union, a move that could provoke retaliatory tariffs and inflame trans-Atlantic trade tensions."Specter of trade war with US tariffs; rattled markets plunge" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2kBHkY9

EPA sends fuel economy standards rollback to White House

The Environmental Protection Agency has sent the White House a proposal widely expected to roll back future fuel-economy standards for cars and trucks."EPA sends fuel economy standards rollback to White House" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2xvA6Ox

Not Trump who's starting this trade war: Steve Hilton

"The Next Revolution" host Steve Hilton on the political fallout from President Trump's tariffs and Hillary Clinton saying if she could be CEO of any company she would work for Facebook."Not Trump who's starting this trade war: Steve Hilton" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2H7ukT0

US oil production could hit 11M barrels per day this year

Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke discusses the energy output in the U.S."US oil production could hit 11M barrels per day this year" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2JgfPBh

Deutsche Bank US operations ‘troubled,’ Fed says

The bank has reported three consecutive years of losses."Deutsche Bank US operations ‘troubled,’ Fed says" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2LblaqW

The Latest: Reports: Spain leader closer to being ousted

The Latest on moves to oust Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy (all times local): 4:10 p.m. Spanish media are reporting that regional Basque nationalist lawmakers will back a no-confidence vote against Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy, bringing closer the conservative's replacement by a Socialist-led government."The Latest: Reports: Spain leader closer to being ousted" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2stJM6J

Morgan Stanley chief rips Soros for crisis warning

James Gorman called Soros’ statements ridiculous."Morgan Stanley chief rips Soros for crisis warning" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2slhj3I

GM shares surge after SoftBank investment

The automaker said it has the capital necessary to reach commercialization at scale in 2019."GM shares surge after SoftBank investment" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2LOWMwe

US to push steel, aluminum tariffs on EU, Canada and Mexico

President Donald Trump's administration is planning to impose tariffs on European steel and aluminum imports after failing to win concessions from the European Union, a move that could provoke retaliatory tariffs and inflame trans-Atlantic trade tensions."US to push steel, aluminum tariffs on EU, Canada and Mexico" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2Lcefhb

Tony Hawk at 50

The skateboarding legend talks career, video games and his future in the sport."Tony Hawk at 50" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2H83MB5

Tony Hawk: ‘Pro Skater’ video game changed my career

The skateboarding legend says a bulk of his net worth has come from video game sales."Tony Hawk: ‘Pro Skater’ video game changed my career" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2H8K2NE

AI, Low Energy Consumption to Make Mining More Profitable

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Tesla training technicians for the future of transportation

FBN's Hillary Vaughn on Tesla's new technician recruiting and training program."Tesla training technicians for the future of transportation" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2LMZnHm

Trump to remove tariff exemption from EU, Canada, Mexico

The White House is expected to formally announce the decision on Thursday."Trump to remove tariff exemption from EU, Canada, Mexico" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2kE8Owp

Spain frees Putin critic Bill Browder, who live-tweeted his own arrest

Russia’s former leading investor and vocal Kremlin critic, was briefly arrested in Spain on a Russian arrest warrant."Spain frees Putin critic Bill Browder, who live-tweeted his own arrest" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2H86OFl

Roseanne Barr’s Right to Offend and Our Right to Say No

By LINDY WEST via NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2JhWxLN The New York Times

US consumer spending records biggest gain in five months

Prices continued to gradually rise. The personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index excluding the volatile food and energy components increased 0.2 percent for the third straight month."US consumer spending records biggest gain in five months" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2kEGFoU

Designer looks without the designer prices

Poshmark CEO Manish Chandra on e-commerce site's unique business strategy."Designer looks without the designer prices" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2L6lBCT

Silicon Valley's big sending on apology tours

Trends expert Scott Steinberg on big tech's big spending on apologies for corporate missteps and the debate over whether robots will become commonplace to help with day-to-day chores."Silicon Valley's big sending on apology tours" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2J38h5B

British pro-Brexit campaigner applies for French residency

A leading campaigner for Britain's exit from the European Union has been accused of hypocrisy after applying for permanent residency in France."British pro-Brexit campaigner applies for French residency" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2LKbMvu

3 Stocks That Pay You Each Month

These stocks pay monthly dividends, grow them regularly, and boast hefty yields. Can it get any better for income investors?"3 Stocks That Pay You Each Month" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2sxKgJ4

US weekly jobless claims fall more than expected

The labor market is viewed as being close to or at full employment."US weekly jobless claims fall more than expected" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2H7IGTp

Dollar General 1Q profit surges, but still short

Dollar General Corp. (DG) on Thursday reported fiscal first-quarter earnings of $364.9 million."Dollar General 1Q profit surges, but still short" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2J3LQJE

Poll: Seniors ready to Skype doctors, care quality a concern

Every morning, 92-year-old Sidney Kramer wraps a blood pressure cuff around his arm and steps on a scale, and readings of his heart health beam to a team of nurses — and to his daughter's smartphone — miles from his Maryland home."Poll: Seniors ready to Skype doctors, care quality a concern" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2xAU2zU

Stanley Cup Final: Caps tie series with 3-2 win

The Caps stole home-ice advantage with their first-ever Final win."Stanley Cup Final: Caps tie series with 3-2 win" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2L5ljfB

Alaska, Southwest top best North American airlines list once more

United drops to last among five “traditional” carriers."Alaska, Southwest top best North American airlines list once more" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2L4tjxl

Start Securing Your Network From Consumer-Grade IoT Threats

By now you've heard the FBI's plea that we should all reboot our routers."Start Securing Your Network From Consumer-Grade IoT Threats" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2skxNZQ

Capitals owner pays for NHL Stanley Cup tickets, travel for 200 employees

Tickets are selling for an average of well over $1,000 on the secondary market."Capitals owner pays for NHL Stanley Cup tickets, travel for 200 employees" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2J2BEB9

Consumer Reports recommends 'buy' for Tesla Model 3

Consumer Reports is now recommending Tesla's Model 3 compact electric car after a company software update improved its poor braking performance."Consumer Reports recommends 'buy' for Tesla Model 3" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2LLHJDB

Sears, Kmart to close 72 stores in near future

The stores destined for closure have not yet been revealed, but the company said it would identify them by mid-day."Sears, Kmart to close 72 stores in near future" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2kDejeL

Sears, Kmart to 72 stores in near future

The company said that it came to the decision as part of their ongoing efforts to streamline its operations."Sears, Kmart to 72 stores in near future" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2xvMePP

Most Cryptocurrency Cost Less Than $1 Million a Day to 51% Attack: Cornell Professor

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Will Congress regulate social media over conservative censorship?

Former Hillary Clinton Presidential Campaign Director Adrienne Elrod and former Trump campaign manager Corey Lewandowski on concerns of conservative censorship in social media."Will Congress regulate social media over conservative censorship?" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2H6we6g

Trump plans to go ahead with steel, aluminum tariffs on EU

President Donald Trump's administration is planning to impose tariffs on European steel and aluminum imports after failing to win concessions from the European Union, a move that could provoke retaliatory tariffs and inflame trans-Atlantic trade tensions."Trump plans to go ahead with steel, aluminum tariffs on EU" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2slV4dW

Sarah Huckabee Sanders Chokes Up at Student’s Question on Shootings

By DANIEL VICTOR via NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2LIolra The New York Times