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So you want to ignite a reading habit this summer. How do you get back into the groove? We talk to reading enthusiasts for their best tricks — like allowing yourself to read wherever, whenever.
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A newly published series of reports calls attention to a dire situation facing millions of women after childbirth — and the solutions that can prevent death from postpartum hemorrhage.
SpaceX shares rose 11% in initial trades Friday, placing the company in the top 10 largest companies in the U.S. Why it matters: The $150 price indicates a $1.97 trillion market cap, putting it immediately among the top 10 largest U.S. companies. Driving the news: SpaceX shares priced late Thursday afternoon at $135. - If SpaceX were included in the S&P 500 today, it would be over 5% of the overall index based on its current valuation. What they're saying: "I gave SpaceX less than a 10% chance of succeeding at all to be clear," Elon Musk said in remarks ahead of the company's debut, adding that it was worth the try to create a "space-faring civilization." Friction point: SpaceX went into its IPO trading at 90 times its sales (not…
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Critics say the move would help the Israeli military protect increased settlement activity near Palestinian population centers in the West Bank.
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Trials are beginning on several drugs that have shown promise in preliminary studies against the virus that is causing the current outbreak.
If you have index funds — such as in a 401(k) — they may soon include shares of the mega company. Here’s a rough calculation.
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ABC News’ Will Ganss speaks with Jordan Lucas, 22, about his rise to internet fame.
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Eighteen-year-old little league umpire Sawyer Sparks has made headlines for his on-field antics and now has the chance to work a game for the wildly popular Savanna Bananas.
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After years of keeping his distance, Gov. Greg Abbott is set to address Texas Republicans’ activist-led convention as hard-line conservatives gain influence within the party.
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A judge has denied President Trump's request to pause a ruling requiring his name to be removed from the Kennedy Center. Why it matters: The request was a last-minute bid to avoid removing the president's name from the building and accompanying signage, as a previous judge ordered . The deadline for compliance is Friday. Editor's note: This is a breaking news story and will be updated.
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