Oil stabilizes boosts energy stocks on firmer market outlook
U.S. stocks edged higher led by energy shares as oil prices steadied after a sharp drop. Iran talks snag could keep Iranian oil off the market amid sanctions. Walgreens beat earnings and plans more cost cuts while Alcoa and Bed Bath & Beyond disappointed. S&P 500 up 0.5 percent, Dow at 17,958, Nasdaq 4,975 as earnings outlook weighs on investors.
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Diet sodas under scrutiny amid weight and health claims
The piece surveys artificial sweeteners used in diet drinks including aspartame and saccharin, cites studies linking diet soda to weight gain in children and adults, notes mice gut changes from sweeteners, and reports reactions from researchers and industry groups. Authorities offer no comment on petitions while the FTC stresses tackling deceptive health claims.
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Zynga Rehires Mark Pincus as CEO Sparks Stock Drop
Zynga founder Mark Pincus returns as chief executive prompting investor concern as stock falls 52 cents to 2.38, the biggest one-day decline since 2012. Former CEO Matt Mattrick's cost-cutting and shift to mobile failed to lift the company, while Pincus pledges a mobile push with new games like Empires and Allies and Dawn of Titans. Analysts remain skeptical about his fit this time, citing a history of weak innovation under his leadership.
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Duke Energy appeals $25 million state fine over Sutton plant
Duke Energy filed an appeal with the North Carolina Office of Administrative Hearings seeking dismissal of a 25.1 million penalty for groundwater contamination at the Sutton power plant. The company says actions taken, including ongoing monitoring since 1990, show the fine is unnecessary and excessive.
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