Karen Moscow

Dane, who announced his ALS diagnosis less than a year ago, died yesterday at the age of 53.

Let's turn to the Olympics now.

The medal count Norway continues to lead the way.

It has 34 overall.

16 of them are gold.

The U.S., it is in second place.

It has 27 medals overall.

Nine of them are gold medals.

And again, data showing the world's largest economy grew at a weaker than anticipated pace as driving futures lower with separate figures showing stubborn inflation pressures.

S&P futures down 0.3%, Dow futures down 0.25%, Nasdaq futures down 0.5%, 10-year Treasury yield 4.06%.

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The U.S.

is amassing its biggest military force in the Middle East since 2003 as it pushes for a deal with Iran.

President Trump said Iran has 10 to 15 days at most to strike a deal over its nuclear program.

Speaking to reporters on Air Force One, the president was asked what happens if no agreement is reached.

Oil trading near a six-month high over the heightened tensions.

Checking NYMEX crude oil, it is at $66.36 a barrel, while Brent crude is at $71.39.