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The sea of red ink is hemorrhaging in Washington, with the federal government already racking up a budget deficit that is averaging close to $100 billion a month.

Stocks rose as investors shrugged off persistent worries about the coronavirus and whether it will hurt the global economy.

CNBC's Jim Cramer said the home goods retailer's decision to announce poor same-store sales early was wrong, but the stock may be worth buying on the decline.

Researchers at MIT used theoretical modeling to determine how increased hand-washing efforts could curb an infectious disease. The study authors say that the findings could be applied to the coronavirus, COVID-19, outbreak. Plus, the airports that are the most influential when it comes to spreading an infectious disease.

Kohl's is laying off 250 people as it restructures parts of its business following a dismal holiday season.

Michael Moritz defended Google's 2006 acquisition of YouTube, saying it "saved" the video service amid copyright threats.

Amazon alleges Trump's "behind-the-scenes attacks" caused the company to lose out on the $10 billion Pentagon cloud contract to Microsoft.

Trump's comments came after Democrats accused him of improperly pressuring the Justice Department to sharply reduce a recommended prison sentence for Roger Stone.

Housing stocks could be building a solid foundation for a breakout after nearing record highs for the first time in 14 years.

"Women are thriving like never before," senior White House advisor Ivanka Trump told CNBC.

Joe Biden is hoping a TV blitz will help him bounce back from disappointing finishes in Iowa and New Hampshire.

T-Mobile's deal with Sprint may be the final chapter of the 4G-LTE era. The 5G era could usher in a new wave of telecommunications consolidation highlighted by the combination of wireless and cable companies.

Stocks rose to all-time highs as investors shook off concerns over how the coronavirus would impact corporate profits and the economy.

Shopify hit a new 52-week high after it reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter results.

Looptworks' mission is to "close the loop," by taking excess textiles and transforming them into other useful goods that include bags, accessories and clothing through a process called upcycling.

Check out the companies making headlines in midday trading.

Kellogg's plant-based Incogmeato line will launch meatless bratwurst and Italian sausage in June.

Samsung's new Galaxy Z Flip is way nicer than the first, with a sturdier hinge and a screen that feels much more solid. It might be a hit.

Companies with CEOs who make liberal use of positive words like "growth" during earnings calls outperform their counterparts, a study finds.