Theranos director says investors still believe in CEO; Martin Shkreli dropped from lawsuit tied to Wu-Tang album; French statue gets detachable penis to thwart thieves; and more.

Steve Cohen; Aramco IPO; Worst week ever; RZA on Shkreli; and more.

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Shkreli witnesses worried about retaliation; Fannie Mae might need a bailout; IPO market dries up; French Restaurant Bans Bankers For Denying Owner Loan; and more.

Moody's fate in subprime probe to be decided soon; "Luxury pool toys are booming"; Lockhart worried about rising rates; Australian man produces record-breaking 110.6-decibel burp; and more.

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