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Dell's mega-merger, Apple's self-censorship in China and Trump's song ban

U.S. stocks (^DJI, ^GSPC, ^IXIC) are struggling to find gains midday today.

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Here are some of the other stories that Yahoo Finance is keeping an eye on today:

Tech mega-merger

Dell and private equity firms Silver Lake and MSD partners are buying data storage firm EMC for about $67 billion in cash and stock. This marks the largest tech deal on record.

Apple disables news app in China

Apple has reportedly disabled its news app in China. Users who have registered their phones in the U.S. can see the app's content when they travel overseas, except in China. Customers visiting China get a message saying that "news isn't supported in your current region."

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The high cost of free returns

Free shipping for online shopping is now expected, but how about on the way back? The National Retail Federation details in a new report that 49% of retailers now offer free return shipping. The NRF expected this trend to ‘significantly increase’ over the next year.

Condo owners to Trump: You're Fired!

Condo owners in Panama City, Panama have a message for the Donald - You’re Fired! The AP reports amidst mismanagement, and possible self-dealing, condo board members in the Trump Ocean Club International Hotel and Tower have removed The Trump Organization’s management of the building.

Steven Tyler: Trump cannot use 'Dream On' at rallies

The Donald is hot water with another group - Aerosmith. Frontman Steven Tyler is demanding Trump stop using the song ‘Dream On’ during rallies.