World News

France: Protest planned amid revelry; Macron defends agenda Paris is holding its annual New Year's Eve celebration on the Champs-Elysees under heavy security as protesters from an anti-government movement planned to gather Monday night on the famed avenue where a peaceful march at the beginning of the month led to violent clashes with police.

US stocks suffer worst year since 2008 financial crisis; S&P 500 sees 6.2 percent annual drop, Dow falls 5.6 percent US stocks suffer worst year since 2008 financial crisis; S&P 500 sees 6.2 percent annual drop, Dow falls 5.6 percent.

By JASON GUTIERREZ from NYT World https://nyti.ms/2AqsfRv

Grand Canyon celebrates 100 years as a national park in 2019 The first European American who reached the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon marveled at what was before him: an astounding system of canyons, profound fissures and slender spires that seemingly tottered from their bases.

Elon Musk, Amazon's Bezos and Fed's Powell make 2018 winners and losers list A look at 2018's winners & losers in business.

Markets are looking for fresh leadership: Charles Payne FBN’s Charles Payne and Disruptive Tech Research Founder Lou Basenese discuss their outlook on tech stocks going into 2019.

Tax season: How you can come out a winner Bunching deductions can help minimize tax liabilities.

Yemen's rebel Houthi movement is accused of diverting food aid meant for civilians. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2QeLBOw

Skies are illuminated above cities around the world as revellers welcome the arrival of the New Year. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Tm9qWJ

Day-trippers will pay up to €10 each as the city struggles to cope with mass tourism. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Tjd6IU

Paul Mock filmed the toads riding the python after a thunderstorm in Kununurra, Western Australia. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2SvOY5y

Why Aphria Is Sinking Today Excitement about a possible hostile takeover of the Canadian marijuana grower has quickly faded.

Netflix's "Bird Box" Was a Blockbuster Hit And this may only be the tip of the iceberg.

If You Can't Give Out Raises This Year, Do These 3 Things Instead More money might top your employees' collective wish list, but these three items are a pretty decent consolation prize.

Major US newspapers get hit by cyberattack TrustedSec Founder David Kennedy on how a cyberattack caused major printing and delivery disruptions for major U.S. newspapers.

Our Boldest Predictions for Investors in 2019 These five forecasts range from macroeconomics to M&A, and some of them won't be too popular. But all offer opportunities for smart investors.

A Foolish Take: What 2018's Stock Market Drop Means for 2019 Do markets typically bounce back or keep falling?

A Foolish Take: More Americans Are Embracing Cashless Payments Carrying around bills and coins is becoming less popular.

Best CEOs of 2018 Despite a few controversies, Google’s CEO Sundar Pichai still ranks high on the list.

Tech industry is paying about $1B a month because of these tariffs: Consumer Technology Association's Gary Shapiro Consumer Technology Association's Gary Shapiro on the future of technology and the impact of Trump administration's trade negotiations with China on the U.S. tech sector and his new book 'Ninja Future.'

Amazon has much greater ambitions to be a bigger retailer offline: Gene Munster Loup Ventures Managing Director Gene Munster on the outlook for Apple, Tesla, Netflix and Amazon.

The major IPOs expected in 2019 Constellation Research founder Ray Wang on the outlook for the IPO market and the boost to Netflix from 'Bird Box.'

Legal marijuana in California hurt by over-regulation, over-taxation? Canndescent CEO Adrian Sedlin on the impact of regulations and taxes on the legal marijuana industry in California.

3 Reasons Why I Just Bought lululemon athletica Stock The yoga-inspired retailer has a lot left in the tank.

The US president confirms reports that the withdrawal of US forces will be slower than he promised. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2TeFz2q

The opposition says the government ordered the move to avoid broadcasting their win. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Rs2aew

Survivors of the Florida school shooting hit out after the comic poked fun at them in a stand-up set. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2GNMaQ4

The Latest: Trump says concrete wall was never abandoned The Latest on the U.S. government shutdown (all times local): 10:50 a.m.

Did Energous Finally Prove the Bears Wrong? Is its wireless charging technology finally ready for mainstream consumers?

Fired? Quit? Laid Off? Never Do These 3 Things Handle your business the right way and it will help, no matter why you're unemployed.

2 Amazing Growth Stocks to Buy in 2019 As the markets take a step back, it's a good time for savvy investors to grab shares on the cheap -- here are two amazing growth stocks to consider.

Uber, Slack 2019 IPOs may lead market IPO revival may be led by these 6 companies.

Investigating the newspaper malware attack Fox News national security analyst Walid Phares on the newspaper malware attack and the challenges investigating cyber attacks.

Elizabeth Warren vs. Wall Street: What to know As the progressive senator gears up for a potential 2020 run, here’s a look at some of her signature positions regarding business.

By ASTEAD W. HERNDON and ALEXANDER BURNS from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/2AnrSHv

Beef, romaine recalls just tip of iceberg: Here’s how blockchain can help Where blockchain fits in in the farm-to-table movement.

President Donald Trump has ordered a slowdown to the withdrawal of US forces in Syria. Nevertheless, for some Syrian Christians, the pending US pullout is hard to accept. from CBNNews.com http://bit.ly/2R0EX3U

The US Democratic senator announces she has set up an exploratory committee to consider a 2020 bid. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2s3Y6Tz

Markets Right Now: Stocks open higher on China trade hopes The latest on developments in financial markets (all times local): 9:35 a.m.

Stock investors focus on progress in US-China trade talks Presidents Trump and Xi Jinping expressed willingness on Sunday to strike a trade deal.

Elizabeth Warren takes major step toward running for president Warren said she was forming an exploratory committee.

Michael Kors, now Capri Holdings, completes Versace deal Having adding a pair of high-end brands to its stable, Michael Kors is changing its name to Capri.

By KATIE HAFNER from NYT Obituaries https://nyti.ms/2GPMUUH

4 companies to watch in 2019 From CBS to Comcast, which companies will make headlines?

Organisers had planned to release 130,000 balloons at a Manila nightclub to ring in the new year. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2s13rLt

Alexandra Black, 22, had recently graduated and started working at the centre only 10 days before. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2EXJcWs

A regional TV channel broadcast Jackie Chan's Shinjuku Incident without censoring an "immoral" part. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2EZkNRs

Auckland has said goodbye to 2018 and got the world's new year celebrations officially underway. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Ss0PBN

The Latest: In new year message, Corbyn slams May on Brexit The Latest on Britain's exit from the European Union (all times local): 12:15 p.m.

Brexit, tariffs, populism could buffet Europe in 2019 2019 is set to be a year of major change for Europe, with big decisions that will affect the continent's economy.

US Ambassador: Major trade deal with UK may not be possible The U.S. ambassador to Britain has cast doubts on whether a major bilateral trade deal can be reached if Parliament approves the Brexit proposal from Prime Minister Theresa May.

Android apps sharing data with Facebook without users' consent: Report Hotspot Shield security analyst Robert Siciliano on a cyber attack that hit major newspapers and a report that some popular Android apps send data to Facebook without consent.

By SANDRA E. GARCIA from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/2CH9f2G

Are the Fed, tariffs headwinds for the tech sector for 2019? Disruptive Tech Research's Lou Basenese on a cyber attack that hit major newspapers and the outlook for the tech sector.

The FSB security agency says a US man named Paul Whelan has been charged with spying. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2CHzCFI

Amal Fathy faces two years in jail for criticising the state for failing to tackle sexual harassment. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Rkn27y

Dr Nancy Grace Roman, the first woman to hold a senior leadership position at Nasa, has died at 93. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2SoZ7kp

Rights groups call the Philippine president's comments "repulsive" and "unworthy of his position". from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2VjtESU

Roger Federer and Serena Williams will meet on court for the first time at the Hopman Cup on Tuesday. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2AmrZTG

Paul Mock filmed the cane toads riding the python, known as Monty, after a bad storm in Kununurra. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2GOcA4a

Carlos Ghosn can be held in jail until Jan. 11 Executive’s lawyer has said his client maintains his innocence.

Stock futures rise New Year's Eve on trade deal optimism Presidents Trump and Xi Jinping expressed willingness on Sunday to strike a trade deal.

At least three people died in a suspected gas explosion in the city of Magnitogorsk. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2EYqvTq

An official says people did not take precautions as the storm was not classed as a typhoon. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2VkEYy4

Oil prices rise over 1 pct, but set for yearly drop Outside the United States, production in Russia and Saudi Arabia also hit record levels this year.

Asian markets mixed in quiet New Year's Eve trading Shares were mixed Monday in subdued New Year's Eve trading.

Amazon plans to add Whole Foods stores Expansion would widen tech giant’s delivery reach.

It Looks Like Verizon's Online Advertising Project Is a Flop The telecom giant's bet on online advertising hasn't worked out, and the company just admitted as much.

1 in 10 Americans Say They Spent Too Much in 2018. Here's How They Could Do Better in 2019 Went crazy on spending this year? These tips can put you on a more financially sound path.

Gold set for first annual decline in three years Higher interest rates make gold less attractive since it does not pay interest and costs to store and insure.

China factory activity shrinks, 2019 looks tougher It was the first contraction since July 2016 and the weakest reading since February 2016.