The S&P 500 just snapped a 145-day drought, with its record close

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The S&P 500 index finished at a record on Friday, snapping a 145-day stretch without notching an all-time high. See full story.

John McCain is a war hero—but think twice before saying he’s ‘battling’ cancer

The Arizona senator’s family announced Friday that he will discontinue medical treatment for brain cancer. See full story.

If you missed out on the FAANGs, then it’s time to buy the BAITs

‘They are FAANG copycats, and they make a ton money,’ says Bastiat Capital’s Albert Meyer. See full story.

J.C. Penney may be courting the same fate as Sears

J.C. Penney is “flailing” says one analyst, while much of the retail sector is surging. See full story.

Here’s exactly how much alcohol you can drink and still be healthy

New estimates on the safe amount of booze consumption may depress even the most moderate of drinkers. See full story.

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The Arizona senator’s family announced Friday that he will discontinue medical treatment for brain cancer. See full story.

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