Some of the best stories for investors from around the Web:

The fabulous life of Microsoft (MSFT) cofounder Paul Allen
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I agree with this list: The top 20 most influential blogs in financial media.
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My thoughts on: What it feels like to be rich.
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Amazing statistic: What if Apple (AAPL) had gone into the Dow instead of Cisco (CSCO) when General Motors (GM) went bankrupt? Guess how much higher the Dow would be right now?
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I bet this academic research report was government funded. How to have sex on Mars.
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Uber-trader Joe Fahmy on how he lost 42 pounds last year.
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The Nvidia- (NVDA) Intel (INTC) deal is a win-win for everyone, including ARM Holdings (ARMH).
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10 amazing discoveries made by kids.
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