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Christmas Fund: How I Can For Kids feeds hungry children when school is out
There are children in Calgary who depend on school nutritional programs to stay fed throughout the week, but when school is out for the summer they lose access to food.That’s when I Can For K…
What is the future of Alberta's $25-a-day daycare? Operators, parents waiting for answers
Operators of some Calgary child-care centres say they’re holding their breath as they wait for news about the future of Alberta’s $25-a-day pilot program.Kate Stenson, executive directo…
Your letters for Dec. 9
“The monarchy costs each Canadians pennies and as head of state, the monarch has no influence on what parliament passes.”
Buk Buk Southern Hot
Nashville-style hot chicken from the former owners of 127 Days.
McLaren evaluating India entry
British supercar maker McLaren is looking to expand to our market in the coming years. Click here for all the details.
BS6 Yamaha R15 V3.0 launched at Rs 1.45 lakh
The BS6-compliant Yamaha R15 V3.0 makes slightly lesser power and gets a Rs 4,420 price hike. Head here for the full story.
New 1.0 turbo-petrol engine to power Renault Triber, upcoming HBC SUV
Renault-Nissan will roll out its new 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine in India in 2020. Click to know engine details and more.
Tata Altroz review, test drive
The Altroz is Tata Motors'''' answer to the Maruti Baleno, Hyundai i20 and Honda Jazz. Click here for the full Autocar India Altroz review.
Revolt RV400 deliveries begin in Pune
Bookings for the RV400 began in June and the bikes will be delivered as per the booking sequence. Head here for the full story.
Cost of liver transplant in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Currently liver transplant is being performed by three different Public and Private Hospitals within the jurisdiction of Human Organ Transplant Authority (HOTA) Islamabad as after the 18th Constitutional amendment, the domain of Federal HOTA was curtailed to the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) only, the National Assembly was informed on December 9. In a written reply submitted in the House, the Minister for National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination told that three hospitals including Army Liver Transplant Unit (ALTU) at Military Hospital Rawalpindi, Shifa International Hospital Islamabad, and Quaid-e-Azam International Hospital Islamabad are performing liver transplant. The minister told that these hospitals comprise of health-care professionals and experts having the best liver transplant facilities in Pakistan, and the cost for liver transplant there is approximately Rs 5 million. Also Read: 100,000 thalassemia & 10 million Hepatitis C patients exist in Pakistan The House…
Representatives of King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals visit Baku Higher Oil School
BAKU, Azerbaijan: The Representatives of Saudi Arabia’s King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM) visited the Baku Higher Oil School (BHOS) and met its Rector Elmar Gasimov to discuss the possibilities of establishing cooperation between the two Universities and prospects for effective collaboration, Azerbaijan State News Agency AZERTAC reported. The meeting was attended by the Dean of College of Petroleum Engineering & Geosciences of KFUPM Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Kaabi, the Doctor of Philosophy in Geology and the Deputy Head of the Geological Sciences Department Dr John Humphrey, the Doctor of Philosophy in Geophysics Dr SanLinn Kaka, the Head of the Oil and Physics Program at the Center for Integrative Petroleum Research Dr Jack Dvorkin, the Special Assistant to the Dean of College of Petroleum Engineering & Geosciences of KFUPM Mohammad Al Maziad, and BHOS employees. The BHOS Rector Elmar Gasimov noted that Baku Higher Oil School is the first English-language technical University in Azerbaijan, which conducts…
Pakistan FM Shah Mahmood Qureshi’s Statement at 8th Heart of Asia Ministerial Conference
ISTANBUL, Turkey: The Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi attended the 8th Ministerial Conference of the Heart of Asia – Istanbul Process held in Istanbul on December 9, 2019 under the theme “Peace, Partnership, Prosperity”. Foreign Minister of Pakistan Shah Mahmood Qureshi’s Statement at 8th Ministerial Conference Heart of Asia-Istanbul Process Distinguished Foreign Minister of Turkey, Honorable Acting Foreign Minister of Afghanistan, Excellencies,
Pakistan Foreign Secretary’s remarks at 35th SAARC Charter Day Ceremony
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: A Ceremony was organized at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) in Islamabad on Monday in connection with the 35th SAARC Charter Day. The Ambassador from SAARC Member Countries and Senior Officials at MoFA attend the event. The Foreign Secretary of Pakistan Sohail Mahmood and Ambassador of Maldives Ahmed Saleem addressed the Ceremony. Foreign Secretary Sohail Mahmood’s remarks at the 35th SAARC Charter Day Ceremony Excellencies,
JazzCash monthly active subscribers cross 7 million
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Emerging as the market leader for the third consecutive year, JazzCash has proudly announced an active base that now stands at over seven million users. JazzCash is fast becoming the most popular and trusted digital financial services brand in Pakistan. Transaction values have also increased by 42% compared to the previous year and have crossed the PKR 1 trillion mark; customers carried out 0.5 billion transactions through the service. On this occasion Jazz CEO Aamir Ibrahim said, “JazzCash offers its users diversified financial services aimed at meeting their evolving financial needs. The traction we have gained in terms of the number of active users, the value and the volume of transactions is evidence that we have both made headway in terms of enhancing financial inclusion and also gained customer trust.” JazzCash is on a mission to provide every Pakistani access to a range of financial services through secure and accessible channels with an easy to use USSD menu, user-friendly mobile…
ROADTEST: I tried 7 size 14 black swimmers from Aussie retailers. This is what I found.
Just one woman's quest for black swimmers.
Special report: We need more than GDP growth (part 1)
Why measuring GDP is not enough.
Paul Volcker, inflation tamer who set bank risk rule, dies at 92
Volcker was called on to devise a successor to the gold standard, a cure for runaway inflation and a response to the housing-market collapse.
Prosus increases its offer for Just Eat, with a new twist
The latest offer makes more sense and increases the chance of success.
Takeover bids intensify for Just Eat food app
Prosus increases its cash offer for the food delivery firm.
Huge Christmas boost as Affinity Credit Union pays out €398,000
GOOD NEWS FOR TIPPERARY MEMBERS
Former Tipperary garda station sold at public auction
HUGE INTEREST IN NEW INN BUILDING
Market watch: Index ends in red amid lack of triggers
Benchmark index decreases 289.44 points to settle at 40,442.81
Boy oh boy! Twin male pandas charm Berlin zoo
Little ones were born at the zoo in August but in keeping with Chinese tradition they were only named after 100 days
Biz EOD: GST filing streamlined; India imports 36,000 MT of onions; SBI cuts lending rates
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Bharat Bond ETF to open this week: check date, investment, return, other details
The Bharat Bond ETF will have a base size of Rs 7,000 crore, with a green shoe option of additional Rs 8,000 crore. Retail investors can invest with the minimum investment amount of Rs 1,000 and in multiples of Rs 1,000 thereafter
CGST falls short of budget estimate by 40% in April-November
In 2018-19, the actual CGST collection stood at Rs 4,57,534 crore as against the provisional estimate of Rs 6,03,900 crore for the year
Reliance Jio brings back Rs 98, Rs 149 plans; offers up to 24GB data, free voice calls
Reliance Jio new plans: The Rs 149 plan comes with total data of 24 GB which translates to 1GB per day
Rakesh Jhunjhunwala voices support for Fortis-IHH deal, says no link to Singh brothers
Expressing shareholders' concerns over lag in IHH's planned open offer for Fortis, Rakesh Jhunjhunwala stressed that the deal was "fair" and IHH should conclude it since the open offer has been pending for a year
Modi govt's centralised nature doesn't work well for economic reforms, says Raghuram Rajan
Rajan pointed out that extreme centralisation, coupled with lack of empowered ministers and a coherent guiding vision meant reforms picked up steam only when PMO focused on them and lost pace when its attention switched to other pressing issues
Tata Motors' Jaguar Land Rover retail sales fall 3% in November
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) posted fifth straight month of double-digit sales growth of 29 per cent in China. North America sales also grew by 4.9 per cent during the month under review, achieving best ever November sales levels
YES Bank may reject $1.2 billion offer from Canadian investor
At a board meeting on Tuesday, YES Bank is expected to reject an offer from Canada's Erwin Singh Braich and Hong Kong-based SPGP Holdings to contribute $1.2 billion toward the fund raising
Hero MotoCorp to hike motorcycle, scooter prices from January 1
Hero MotoCorp's portfolio includes affordable motorcycles like Splendor, HF Deluxe, as well as premium offerings like Xtreme 200S and Karizma ZMR. The company also markets scooters including Maestro Edge 125, Pleasure, Destini 125 and others
Vivo V17 launched in India; check out price, specifications, features
The new Vivo V17 comes with Snapdragon 675 AIE chipset paired with 8 GB RAM and 128 GB storage. The device features a 4500mAh battery with the 9V/2A fast charge support
Delhi unauthorised colonies: How to apply for ownership rights online
Last month, Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Hardeep Singh Puri had said residents of unauthorised colonies will be able to apply for ownership rights starting December 16
Executives at state-run companies oppose privatisation of BPCL
Thousands of workers have already protested the privatisation of BPCL, fearing job losses, as India plans to invite international energy firms to participate in the privatisations
Slowdown blues to limit rise in job creation at 7% in October-March: report
Positive hiring outlook was reported in sectors like healthcare & pharmaceuticals, information technology, e-commerce and tech start-ups, educational services, KPO, power and energy, and logistics
Mutual Funds' asset base crosses Rs 27 lakh crore in November
Mutual fund houses witnessed an overall inflow of Rs 54,419 crore last month as compared to Rs 1.33 lakh crore in October
Top stocks to watch: YES Bank, Hero MotoCorp, ICICI Bank, Tata Motors and others
Shares of YES Bank will remain in focus after report suggested that the lender will reject an investment proposal of $1.2 billion from SPGP Holdings and Canada's Erwin Singh Braich
Finnish leader Sanna Marin, 34, becomes world's youngest prime minister
Finland prime minister: The new PM Marin was the former transport minister. At the age of 27, Marin was elected the head of the city council in her hometown of Tampere
Tata Motors share has gained 32% in last three months: Time to buy, sell or hold the stock?
Tata Motors share was reeling under losses as auto sector was clouded by economic slowdown for more than a year. Uncertainties on the global front also hit sales of its UK arm JLR which affected the stock
Lost your spare car key? Your claim might just get rejected
You insure your vehicle so that you can get financial assistance in case of repair services, an accident or any such eventuality. However, there are some situations wherein the insurer can reject your vehicle insurance claim. One of the major ones is the absence of all keys
Vollebak designs jacket that lets the wearer sleep in space
Experimental clothing brand Vollebak's Deep Sleep Cocoon jacket is designed to allow people to sleep anywhere, including in space.
Germany’s relations with Qatar not limited to business: Envoy
The Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to the State of Qatar, H E Hans-Udo Muzel said that friendship and cooperation between the two countries is not limited to business, as Berlin is partnering with Doha in many other fields to jointly tackle the challenges of the future, saying that Qatar is an important partner for his country during its non-permanent membership of the United Nations Security Council in 2019-2020, sharing a common vision of a multilateral framework based on a rules-based world order.
Ministry launches initiative to sort wastes at source in hospitals, health centers
Doha: The General Services Affairs Sector at the Ministry of Municipality and Environmental (MME) in cooperation with the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has launched a programme for sorting wastes at source and recycling it at the headquarters of the Ministry of Public Health and health centres run by the Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC).
Review: 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel 3': All about Marvelous Ms Brosnahan
"The Marvelous Mrs Maisel 3"; Cast: Rachel Brosnahan, Alex Borstein, Michael Zegen, Marin Hinkle, Tony Shalhoub, Kevin Pollak; Direction: Amy Sherman-Palladino; Rating: *** (three stars)
QNB to embrace digital transformation
Abdulla Mubarak Al Khalifa, Acting Group Chief Executive Officer of QNB said yesterday that Qatar’s banking sector is well capitalised, with high asset quality and robust profitability. The capital adequacy ratio stands at 17 percent, well above Basel III guidelines. Asset quality remains high with non-performing loans (NPLs) at 1.9 percent, one of the lowest in the region. Profitability remains solid with returns on equity (RoE) over 15 percent, he said while addressing The Euromoney Qatar Conference.
Celebrate a perfect Nordic coffee moment with Nespresso this festive season
This holiday season, Nespresso has designed its iconic end of year range around indulgent Nordic moments. Incorporating the growing Scandinavian-inspired cultural trends of Hygge and Fika, Nespresso is encouraging its customers to put the busy festive season on pause, for a moment’s connection with a friend or family member.
Manateq awards QR1.5bn project to GWC
Manateq (Economic Zone Company-Qatar) announced yesterday at a press conference that it has awarded the Al Wukair Logistics Park development project to Gulf Warehousing Company (GWC), Qatar’s leading logistics provider.
National Day has significant meanings in minds of citizens and residents: Qatar Post Chairman
Doha: The Chairman and Managing Director of Qatar Postal Services Company Faleh Mohammed Al Nuaimi, said that the celebration of the National Day has significant meanings in the minds and hearts of all citizens and residents of the State of Qatar.
Study reveals how Diabetes drug promotes healthy aging
Washington - Doctors commonly prescribe metformin to help people with type 2 diabetes lower their blood sugar levels. The drug increases insulin sensitivity through its effects on glucose metabolism.
SC achieves new health and safety milestones at Qatar 2022 construction sites
The Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC) recently celebrated health and safety milestones at two FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 infrastructure projects: Al Thumama Stadium and the training sites being developed for the tournament.
QC, Turkish metals sector to boost cooperation ties
The Qatar Chamber (QC) held a meeting yesterday with a trade delegation headed by the Chairman of the Istanbul Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Metals Exporters’ Association (IDDMIB) Tahsin Öztiryaki. The Qatari side was headed by QC’s First Vice-Chairman Mohamed bin Ahmed bin Towar Al Kuwari.
Turkish envoy underlines tremendous progress in bilateral ties with Qatar
Doha: The Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey to the State of Qatar, H E Fikret Ozer, underlined that the bilateral relations between Turkey and Qatar achieved tremendous progress in recent years in all areas of cooperation, on the basis of the strategic partnership.
QCB set to announce FinTech strategy
Qatar Central Bank (QCB) Governor H E Sheikh Abdulla bin Saoud Al Thani said yesterday that the central bank is working on the banking industry’s financial technology (FinTech) strategy, in cooperation with leading financial institutions and financial technology companies. The strategy, where the central bank would contribute to creating a modern regulatory environment that supports innovation and market stability, will be announced soon, he said.
Your farm, your business: 5 ways to save time and money!
Multi-faceted Stettler company provides mobile electronics solutions, office supply help and more
Lawyer competence includes knowledge of Indigenous-Crown history: B.C. law society
All practising lawyers in B.C. will be required to take a six-hour online course covering these areas
Honey, I Grew the Economy
Innovation experts have long overlooked where a lot of innovation actually happens. The personal computer, the mountain bike, the…
Netflix Lands First Best Picture Golden Globe Noms for 'Irishman,' 'Marriage Story,' 'Two Popes' and 'Dolemite'
The awards-hungry streamer landed a leading 17 nominations, more than double that of its nearest rival.
CBS' Historic New York Headquarters to Be Sold
The office building, located at 51 West 52nd St. at the corner of Sixth Avenue, has served as CBS’ headquarters since it was completed in 1964.
Universal Studios Prepares for an Epic Race Weekend in February
Participants in the 5K and 10K events will meet familiar characters along the course.
Thrifty father-of-three reveals how he saves £2,000 a year and even gets money off his utility bills - just by scanning his supermarket receipts
EXCLUSIVE: Peter Chatfield, 39, from Deal in Kent, funded a family holiday to Disneyland Florida, after saving £2,000 through cashback on supermarket shopping apps and special offers.
Grandmother, 60, is jailed for more than two years for blackmailing man in his 60s out of £30,000 over brief 'sexual encounter' that cost him his marriage
Lorraine Cox (pictured), 60, was jailed for two and a half years at Newcastle Crown Court following the cruel blackmail.
Father, 26, who lost his right hand and both of his legs to meningitis as a child will get a bionic arm just in time for Christmas to help him look after his baby
Danny Florence, from Durham, has lived without his hand and both legs since he was five. But after the birth of his son Joshua, he realised he was missing out on caring for him.
Millionaire travel tycoon, 70, who had to use his local library and internet cafe to get online because his brand new £2.95m apartment didn't have broadband sues the luxury block's owners for £100,000
Millionaire travel boss Stephen Shalson, 70, moved into his 30th floor deluxe flat in The Heron, Barbican, in February 2014 expecting a top quality modern set-up, he says.
BBC goes to war with Boris Johnson after the Prime Minister hints the TV licence fee could be SCRAPPED as he says it doesn't 'make sense in the long term'
Boris Johnson said he was looking at whether it made long-term sense to impose a £154.50 annual levy on all homes with TV sets. Dominic Cummings is leading a review of the BBC's funding.
No, Mr Bond, I expect you to buy! Paradise Jamaican villa on 007 author Ian Fleming’s GoldenEye estate goes on sale for £3.6million
The villa, called Strangeways, is located on the 15 acres of land the author bought in 1946 on Jamaica's north shore. It sits on top of a cliff and has views of the Caribbean Sea.
Jo Swinson reveals she has been advised to wear 'lower cut tops' amid fears that the Lib Dem campaign is failing to win over voters
Jo Swinson said the extraordinary tip was among a welter of 'unsolicited advice' she has received on how to revive her flagging campaign.
'A little frigate fit for a king to board': Erotic guide to Victorian London's brothels and prostitutes disguised as a wallet goes on sale for £500
The copy of 'The Man of Pleasure's Illustrated Pocket-Book for 1850' provides an eye-opening insight into the the capital's red light districts during the 19th century.
Drunk raccoon is shot dead after staggering through a German Christmas market and passing out under a bin when it 'helped itself to mulled wine'
At noon on Saturday, amused shoppers at the Erfurt Christmas market in central Germany saw the raccoon stumbling across the tram tracks after drinking from discarded mulled wine mugs.
Former Sunday Times columnist Kevin Myers admits he 'hasn't had a full night's sleep for two years' since being fired over anti-Semitism row involving Claudia Winkleman and Vanessa Feltz
Journalist Kevin Myers has spoken about the impact being fired from his role at the Sunday Times and the backlash surrounding his column has had on his life.
Tottenham Hotspur's £65,000-a-week football star Davinson Sanchez Mina must pay £276 after being caught speeding in his Land Rover
The Colombian defender (pictured), 23, was clocked on a speed camera driving his three-litre diesel Land Rover over the speed limit in London on February 2.
The Daily Mail's annual wine awards: Thousands of bottles, whittled down by our expert panel to the 60 best-value wines on the high street right now
British drinks expert Matthew Jukes revealed the winners of this year's Daily Mail Wine Awards as selected across 20 distinct categories.
Over-egg-cited! Restaurant diner tries her hand at egg flipping trick - and brings the ceiling crashing down
Claire Logan, 30, enthusiastically attempts the trick and manages to shoot the egg straight into the ceiling, causing a panel to fall down, at the Japanese restaurant Hanahana in Newcastle.
eFootball PES 2020 Data Pack 3.0 is now available for download
Konami has released a brand new Data Pack for eFootball PES 2020 that adds new stadium updates, new National kits, player faces and other in-game content.
The Mac Pro will be available to order tomorrow
An email reportedly sent out to interested customers states that both the new Mac Pro and the Pro Display XDR will be available to order from December 10.
The old Switch switcheroo – Amazon sends tambourines and toothbrushes to Switch shoppers
Amazon is sending toothbrushes and tambourines to confused Nintendo Switch buyers. Customers have received a wide range of weird stuff in place of a Switch
The Sony WH-1000XM3 wireless headphones have been reduced to their lowest price yet
Already low in price, use the eBay 10% off discount code on the Sony WH-1000XM3 noise cancellation wireless headphones and buy for their cheapest price yet.
Forget the smart home, it's all in the cloud now
What ever happened to that Internet of Things? We outsourced it.
WWE: Tommaso Ciampa Calls Roman Reigns A ‘dream Opponent’ And Randy Orton A ‘dream Mentor’
WWE: In the final hours before his Survivor Series debut, Tommaso Ciampa revealed that he always wanted to share a ring with Roman Reigns and Randy Orton
Tata Steel Asks LGBTQ+ Employees To Declare Partners, Avail HR Benefits
In a unique move, Tata steel on Monday asked their employees from LGBTQ+ community to declare their partners and avail HR benefits
Share market highlights: Sensex ends 43 points up, Nifty near 11,950; TCS, HCL Tech top losers
Share Market News Today | Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: The headline indices Sensex and Nifty ended marginally higher on Monday afternoon, amid volatility.
Marauders Revives a Classic X-Men Villain With a Hellish New Role
As the latest incarnation of the Hellfire Club takes shape, a '90s X-Men villain returns in a new role that could spell big trouble for the mutants.
Amazing Spider-Man 2 Concept Art Reveals Early Version of Peter's Suit
Ironhead Studio has revealed early art for an early version of Peter Parker's suit from 2014's The Amazing Spider-Man 2.
Stargirl Teaser Reveals ANOTHER New Logo Ahead of DC Universe Show's Launch
DC Universe has revealed a short teaser for Stargirl, and with it, the latest iteration of the upcoming superhero series' title logo.
Justice League: Gal Gadot Further Explains Her Stance on the Snyder Cut
Gal Gadot, who stars in the upcoming Wonder Woman 1984, has clarified her stance on the Snyder Cut of Justice League.
Rob Vanstone: Sincere thanks to everyone at Regina General Hospital
Rob Vanstone offers thanks to everyone at Regina General Hospital for the amazing care provided to his mother after a weekend health scare.
Megan Hazel has struck a balance with Regina goldsmithing business
“I feel like with the custom work and the connections with people … this is feels like what (I’m) really meant to do,” said Megan Hazel.
Berlin Travel Festival 2020 will take place for the third time in succession
BERLIN – From 6 to 8 March 2020 the official partner event of ITB Berlin (4 to 8 March) will take place for the third time in succession. Taking as its slogan ‘Where is Paradise’ the festival targets visitors in search of adventure, with a new perspective on travel and who are looking for inspiration. Tickets are on sale now on the website. Why not take advantage of our Early Bird ticket prices which apply until 31 December 2019. At the
airBaltic receives the Regional Airline of the Year Award by CAPA
The Latvian airline airBaltic received the CAPA Regional Airline of the Year award in a special ceremony in Malta on December 5, 2019. For the second time, airBaltic has been recognised as the leader of the regional aviation sector by CAPA's Aviation Awards for Excellence which is held annually since 2003 with professionals participating from airlines around the world. Martin Gauss, Chief Executive Officer of airBaltic said: “We at airBaltic have had yet another year of intense work and successful growth.
SAS to open direct route to Haneda
Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS) announced a direct route to Tokyo Haneda International Airport from Copenhagen Kastrup. The route gives travelers better access to downtown Tokyo and with All Nippon Airways (ANA), a fellow Star Alliance member, the route will increase connectivity to 30 domestic destinations in Japan. The direct Copenhagen-Haneda route will be served by SAS’ new Airbus A350 aircraft. As the most environmental-friendly airplane on the market, the A350 will reduce emissions by 30 percent compared to earlier generations of similar
TownePlace Suites by Marriott opened in Plano, Texas
PLANO, TX – Marriott International’s TownePlace Suites by Marriott Dallas Plano Richardson is now open for business. The new 86-suite hotel is built for travelers looking for a simple and friendly place where they can settle-in, keep their routine, and easily connect to the area. Located at 545 K Avenue, it will operate as a Marriott franchise, managed by Texas Western Hospitality of Addison, Texas. “We are excited with the continued growth of the TownePlace Suites brand in the Plano area,”
Catalonia Hotels & Resorts partners with Beonprice for digital transformation
BARCELONA - Catalonia Hotels & Resorts has selected Beonprice as its strategic solution for Revenue Management, as the hotel group undergoes significant digital transformation. The hotel chain – which operates 72 properties and more than 10,000 rooms – chose Beonprice as the technology company shared its commitment to innovation and offered a clear vision for how the hotel group can maintain its competitiveness through a dynamic Revenue Management strategy. Utilising Beonprice’s Artificial Intelligence technology, Catalonia Hotels & Resorts will be able to
Carnival Corporation’s Costa Cruises welcomes LNG-Powered Costa Smeralda to fleet
MIAMI – Costa Cruises, the Italian brand of Carnival Corporation & plc officially took delivery today of Costa Smeralda, the brand’s first ship powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG), the marine industry’s most advanced fuel technology. The handover ceremony was held at the Meyer shipyard in Turku, Finland, where the brand’s new flagship was built. Costa Smeralda becomes Carnival Corporation’s fourth new ship of 2019 and its second LNG-powered ship. Costa Smeralda is the first of two new sister ships for Costa
Progress towards liberalized and harmonized regulatory frameworks key to unlocking full benefits of air connectivity
Montreal and Aqaba, Jordan, 6 December 2019 - At the Twelfth ICAO Air Services Negotiation Event taking place in Aqaba, Jordan this week, ICAO Council President Dr. Olumuyiwa Benard Aliu encouraged progress towards liberalized and harmonized regulatory frameworks for air transport, and highlighted the importance of air connectivity for sustainable development, particularly for the Middle East. “Besides the fact that air connectivity generates over 2.4 million jobs in this Region, and $130 billion dollars in Middle East Gross Domestic Product (GDP),
Virtua Partners and Hotel Equities give Houston hotel a fresh look
HOUSTON - Virtua Partners, the Scottsdale, Arizona-based private equity firm, announced the grand reopening of its now 190-room Springhill Suites by Marriott hotel in Houston. The property, managed by Hotel Equities, a leading hotel management firm, features a newly designed interior with spacious suites. This hotel is one of five properties operated through Virtua Partners’ and Hotel Equities’ strategic partnership. “This project shows how working with the right partner, like Virtua enhances the overall execution,” says Joe Reardon, Hotel Equities Chief
Tourism Whistler launches new live chat service
WHISTLER, B.C. – Tourism Whistler has recently launched Ask Whistler, a new live chat service providing users with quick access to local resources and resort information to fulfill their in-resort needs. “Ask Whistler evolved after several months of research and planning as we recognized more and more of our guests are looking for information quickly and easily via their mobile devices,” says Kirsten Homeniuk, vice-president of marketing at Tourism Whistler. “With Ask Whistler we are able to elevate the in-resort experience
ATOM Hotels Socimi expands its portfolio
MADRID - The REIT ATOM Hotels Socimi, incorporated in January 2018 by Bankinter and GMA, has confirmed the acquisition of the hotel Tryp Coruna formally owned by one Melia Hotels International Group’s companies, The four-star hotel is located in the historic center of La Coruna and offers 181 rooms. The acquisition represents 12.9 million euros. A new lease agreement has been signed with the Hotusa Group, which will operate the hotel under the EXE brand. GMA, ATOM manager, has led the rebranding
Winners of the Digital Sky Challenge announced
BRUSSELS - The winners of the aviation challenge themed as Digital Sky Challenge1 were announced at the awards ceremony as part of the SESAR Innovation Days2 on 4 December in Athens. Jointly organised by the SESAR JU and ACI Europe and hosted by Athens International Airport, the Digital Sky Challenge took place on 2-4 December in a dedicated airside facility of the airport. The event brought together 52 young tech-talents from 11 European countries competing in 12 teams to create breakthrough
Bose’s Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 get their first big discount
Finally, a deal on the latest Bose headphones.
Amazon says Donald Trump sidestepped contract rules to block $10 billion Pentagon bid
Amazon has outlined its case for reversing the Pentagon’s decision.
Today is another chance to save on the new iPad, PS4 Pro, Fitbit Versa 2, and more
Green Monday is a thing, apparently.
The Apple TV remote is so bad that a Swiss TV company developed a normal replacement
A Swiss TV company made a replacement Apple TV remote with normal buttons.
StartersHub, micro VC from Istanbul and San Francisco, to invest in 60 startups from central and eastern Europe
StartersHub, an early-stage tech investment fund based in Istanbul and San Francisco, will back 60 eastern European startups over the next four years in an effort to bridge the gap between pre-seed and seed funding. Arda Aşkin, managing director at StartersHub, explained: “Despite the fact that a record €0.7 billion was invested in CEE startups […]
Special Kitty Cat Food Recalled
Certain lots of Special Kitty Mixed Grill Dinner Pate that may pose a risk to cats' health have been recalled because they may contain ingredients that don't meet quality and safety standards.
Prosecutors Say Harvey Weinstein Allegedly Violated Release Conditions
Harvey Weinstein may be in more trouble, as prosecutors are now saying he violated the conditions of his release. As a result, prosecutors are aski...
Kentucky Judge Accused Of Having Threesomes With Staff in Courthouse
According to reports, a Kentucky judge named Dawn Gentry has been accused of pressuring lawyers into having threesomes with her and a pastor who us...
Nick Cannon Says Eminem's Lawyers Hit Him Up Over Gay Sex Tape Claims
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Owner of £3m apartment sues Heron Tower for £100,000 after enduring two years without broadband
A millionaire is suing for £100,000 after going two years without broadband at his £3 million apartment and being forced to log on at his local library.
The best Christmas cards of 2019
When the Christmas card was invented in 1843 by Sir Henry Cole, a civil servant who helped set up the Post Office, his intention was to get regular people using postal services.
‘The pandemic clock is ticking’: A race against time for a universal flu vaccine
For many people, including the elderly and others in high risk groups, getting a flu jab is a winter ritual.
The best Christmas tree skirts - from stylish wicker to faux fur
Those with a good taste will know that your Christmas tree will never be complete if you haven't invested in a lovely tree skirt – and, no, having beautiful baubles doesn't excuse you from this.
'Cruel' chimpanzee greeting cards withdrawn from sale
A major greeting card company has stopped selling products featuring captive apes after animal rights activists said the "cruel" pictures fuel the exotic pet trade and inhibit conservation.
Deontay Wilder vs Tyson Fury 2: What date is the fight, what TV channel is it on and what is our prediction?
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Best Christmas jumpers 2019: Novelty knits for men, women and children
To truly get into the spirit of the festive season, you need to dress the part.
'Middle-class' carriages: Rail passengers offered 'premium economy' fares
Three classes of travel will be introduced to Britain's railways for the first time in 60 years, the chief executive of the new West Coast mainline has announced.
Finland's new 34-year-old prime minister is the world's youngest
Finland's leading party has nominated a 34-year-old prime minister, making her the world's youngest premier in a women-led coalition cabinet after a political shake-up.
Hotel Hit Squad: There’s more to Wright’s Food Emporium than the food – not least self-catering cottages perfect for families
Hattie Garlick visits the restaurant at Wright’s Food Emporium, a popular deli, and reviews the homemade food, as well as the self-catering cottages.
Ex-Governor Tries To Silence A Critic With A Bar Complaint; Gains Critic 70,000+ New Twitter Followers
The whitest boy on the beach, former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee, has decided to bring his beach-grabbing exploits to the attention...
Lawyer Asks Racists To Use Sketchy Millions They Got From UNC To Fund Scholarships For Black Students To Avoid Lawsuit For Bogus Takedown
Last week we wrote about the sketchy, sketchy deal in which UNC gave some racists $2.5 million to settle a lawsuit that was filed after...
SERAP gives States seven days to disclose payments of pensions to ex-governors, others
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has sent a Freedom of Information Act request to the Chairman and Deputy Chairman
Peregrine Ventures raises more than €103 million for its fourth fund, to invest in MedTech startups
Peregrine Ventures, an Israeli MedTech venture capital fund, just closed its fourth fund, Peregrine 4, raising €103 million. Their partners include some of the leading institutional and private equity investors from Israel, the United States, Europe and Australia.
Paris-based Ankorstore, the B2B marketplace redefining retail, raises €6 million to expand across Europe
Just two weeks after Ankorstore’s official launch, the Paris-based startup has closed their first round of funding at €6 million, led by Global Founders Capital, Alven and Aglaé Ventures. Over the next few months, Ankorstore plans to triple its workforce, by hiring developers, business developers and customer support.
Zurich-based Sonect, the app converting any shop into a ‘virtual ATM’, snaps up €7.7 million
Zurich-based Sonect has snapped up €7.7 million in Series A funding, which will go towards expansion into new markets, growing its team and strengthening its technology.
From avocados to Instagram: the decade in food
The 2010s brought seismic change to the UK’s culinary landscape says critic and restaurateur Tim Hayward
Avocados with edible coating to go on sale in Europe for first time
US technology allows fruits to stay ripe for twice as long and reduces plastic packaging
From avocados to Instagram: the decade in food
The 2010s brought seismic change to the UK’s culinary landscape says critic and restaurateur Tim Hayward
Don't make fun of the $120,000 banana – it's in on the joke
A banana stuck on a wall by artist Maurizio Cattelan has been widely mocked. But it was always making fun of the art market
Seduced and abandoned: tourism and climate change in the Alps
Rising temperatures have contributed to the decline of hundreds of ski resorts on Italian slopes
How we met: 'We married in secret five weeks after meeting'
Laura and Jay Anderson were 18 and 20 when they met as students in the early 90s. They now live in Minnesota with their two children and three dogs
Amazon says Trump's 'vendetta' lost it $10bn Pentagon contract
Company said ‘personal vendetta’ against Bezos, Amazon and the Washington Post cost it the cloud computing contract
European Space Agency to launch space debris collector in 2025
Robotic junk collector will be first mission to remove item of debris from orbit
Why are people on Tinder swiping right on Kombucha and 'realness'?
For all of the seemingly strange new online dating trends, mating in the 21st century is surprisingly similar to what it’s always been
Marriage Story: whose fault is it anyway? Discuss the film with spoilers
Noah Baumbach’s divorce comedy has hit Netflix, polarising viewers into those who back Adam Driver’s Charlie and those who support Scarlett Johansson’s Nicole
Football transfer rumours: Marouane Fellaini to Mourinho's Tottenham?
Vitor Pereira to manage Everton? | Marcos Alonso to Internazionale? | Ben Godfrey to Borussia Dortmund or Arsenal?
Boy on the floor photo prompts Boris to add larceny to mendacity
Faced with evidence of NHS overcrowding by a reporter, the PM simply pocketed it
'Now I have to check your hymen': the shocking persistence of virginity tests
In the US, it is still perfectly legal to doctors to perform ‘hymen checks’ as proof of virginity
I taught at a 'for-profit' college. They're predatory disasters
Students rack up debt for worthless diplomas – debt they default on at twice the rate of their peers at traditional colleges
We’ve crunched the numbers – nationalisation would be a bargain
Our research shows nationalisation would pay for itself in seven years, says David Hall, visiting professor at the University of Greenwich
Defeating the HIV epidemic is more about politics than science
Preventive drugs should be widely accessible, but corporate power has left Americans – especially those of color – in grave danger
Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez say company seeking HIV patent extension 'deceitful and immoral'
Trump is urged to block company from holding back drug, Descovy, from the market
Why I'm a libertarian defeatist about Medicare-for-all
America's health-care system isn't worth defending and a free market alternative is never going to happen. What's a libertarian to do about Medicare-for-all?
What to expect from Monday's House Judiciary Committee impeachment summation hearing
Republican and Democratic lawyers are set to present impeachment evidence at the House Judiciary Committee's latest hearing. The House Judiciary Committee on Monday will hold its second public hearing in the impeachment inquiry into President Trump. The hearing will kick off with opening statements by Democratic counsel Barry Berke and Republican counsel Stephen Castor; from there, Democratic counsel Daniel Goldman will lay out the evidence for impeaching Trump, while Castor will lay out the evidence against, The New York Times reports. They'll be using evidence gathered by the House Intelligence Committee. The Republican and Democratic lawyers will have 90 minutes to present evidence, per Vox, at which point committee members will be able to ask questions. Politico in previewing the hearing notes that "lawmakers will have their crack at a congressional staffer, which can create a unique dynamic. They can be much more firm, direct and, to be frank, rude with someone who works on the Hill." The hearing is expected…
The daily business briefing: December 9, 2019
Democrats and the White House reach a deal on parental leave, Frozen 2 dominates the box office for a third week, and more
Amazon India bets on vernacular, voice & videos to help sellers boost sales
Amazon also announced its partnership with CII to conduct awareness workshops and training in pre-identified locations to enable small and medium businesses start their e-commerce journey.
No directions to central universities to increase fees: HRD minister
Nishank made the statement in response to a written question in the Lok Sabha
Yes Bank yet to approve Blackstone's buyout of Coffee Day's tech park
Shares of Coffee Day extended decline to as much as 14.5% in Mumbai, which is the biggest drop since July 31.
Aluminium firms seek cut in input duties as production costs, imports swell
Industry is dogged by inverted duty structure. While calcined petroleum coke import suffers 10%, finished aluminium attracts 7.5% duty. Caustic soda lye import is taxed at 7.5% versus 5% on alumina
After toll plazas, govt push for FASTag at Hyderabad airport parking
It has given a major fillip to the Digital India initiative by converting cash toll payments to electronic and brought in an enhanced transparency in entire tolling ecosystem, the ministry said
BoB to sell 10.4 mn shares in proposed UTI AMC initial public offering
Last week, the country's largest lender State Bank of India had approved diluting up to 8.25% stake in UTI AMC
Need to mutually solve climate change, strive for holistic growth: Kovind
The President made the remarks at the Lakshmipat Singhania-IIM Lucknow National Leadership Awards ceremony here.
Top headlines: SBI's MCLR rate cut, Lodha India's richest realtor and more
This is the eighth cut in MCLR in this financial year and follows a 5 bps reduction last month
COP 25: India calls for speedier expansion of international solar alliance
Union Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar said there was a need to speed up this alliance to trap solar energy in a big way
Suraksha Realty confident of acquiring Jaypee Infra, voting from Dec 10
Suraksha Realty is owned by Sudhir Valia, the brother-in-law of Sun Pharma promoter Dilip Shanghvi
Central GST collection falls short of budget estimate by 40% during Apr-Nov
The minister said that as many as 999 cases were registered till October in the current fiscal for GST evasion and Rs 8,134.39 crore has been recovered.
Hero MotoCorp bikes set to get costlier by Rs 2,000 from January 1
Auto manufactures have increased prices owing to the transition cost for migrating to the BS-VI platform
Indigo Paint's IPO may fetch 3.5x returns for Sequoia in partial exit
The fund-raising comes at a time when the company plans to penetrate cities and scale up investments and become a key player in the industry
Adityanath govt clears Rs 1,600 cr Ballia Link Expressway project
The four-lane expressway will connect UP-Bihar border district with Purvanchal Expressway; It is expected to be 35-40 km long and is likely to cost Rs 40 crore per km
Puducherry CM V Narayanasamy gifts onions on Sonia Gandhi's birthday
Puducherry CM protested the Central government's failure to control the price of onion
Kochhar challenges RBI decision to terminate her; HC seeks bank's response
Banking Regulation Act says that prior approval of the RBI is required to terminate the contract of a bank's chairman or managing director
Under NDCP, TRAI seeks industry's views on unbundled licensing regime
The move came after the Telecom Department sought the regulator's recommendation on the issue
Vistara signs codeshare agreement with Lufthansa, 6th with overseas airline
As part of the agreement, Lufthansa will add its 'LH' designator code to nearly 18 Vistara-operated flights every day covering ten Indian cities, including Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai
Mutual Funds' asset base hits Rs 27 trn, bank, PSU funds top allocation
Mutual fund houses witnessed an overall inflow of Rs 54,419 crore last month as compared to Rs 1.33 lakh crore in October
Equity flows see sharpest dip in 3.5 years, slip 78% in November
Flows were 78% low compared to Oct; lump sum investments hit
Kingsland, Soul Tree to form JV, UK set for bulk wine imports from India
We believe there is a clear market opportunity for Indian wine, especially in the Indian restaurant sector, said Ed Baker, managing director at Kingsland Drinks
ICICI Bank opens new center in Bahrain, offers retail, corporate banking
The bank already has a retail branch at the local Manama Centre, it said in a statement
Goyal says tit for tat to countries discriminating with Indian cos
"Free and equal access" is the policy adopted by this government two years ago, he said at an event organised by EXIM Bank here
Tata Motors plans to add 100 new passenger vehicle outlets by FY 20 end
Tata Motors is looking to increase its penetration in the domestic passenger vehicle segment with entry into the premium hatchback segment.
NSE asks investors to be careful in executing PoA with stock brokers
The latest communication comes against the backdrop of Karvy Stock Broking Ltd unauthorisedly transferring securities worth Rs 2,300 crore of more than 95,000 clients, into its account
Tariff hikes likely to double telcos operating profit in FY21: Report
The Supreme Court order on the AGR puts a burden of Rs 1.47 lakh crore on the industry that has been bleeding for years and sitting on a debt pile of close to Rs 4 lakh crore
TTK Prestige to boost home solutions portfolio, eyes new verticals
While it is launching 30 SKUs in the home cleaning range, other products in the electrical and non-electrical spaces are on the drawing board
Paytm Payments Bank says it issued 600,000 FASTags in November
PPB said it sold 6 lakh tags in the month of November, and claimed that it has equipped over 1.85 million vehicles with FASTags
Letter to BS: Judicial system needs procedural overhaul, attitudinal change
It is high time the higher judiciary admits that the main cause is not simply the vacancies of judges
government bonds launches interest rate options on 10-year government bonds
As per the statement, interest rate options are based on the underlying government 10-year bonds -- the 7.26% 2029 bond and the 6.45% 2029 bond
After nod to Recycling of Ships Bill, India eyeing 60% global share: Govt
Terming the passing of the Bill as a giant step and a historical moment in the Indian maritime arena, Mandaviya said it will have far reaching effects on the ship recycling industry.
Tea Board considering new export cess to fund promotion and marketing
While the rate of the cess is yet to be finalised, sources say it could be around Rs 2 per kg of export
UP cabinet okays Zurich Airport International plan to develop Jewar airport
The new airport will be designed, developed and operated under a 40-year concession period and the Swiss firm will invest more than Rs 4,500 crore in it
Here's why Saudi Aramco's stock is unlikely to plunge on its debut
From bonus shares to a fat dividend, there's a lot to underpin the price, at least initially
At $1.6 trn a day, EM currency trading outpaces peers, rupee deals double
In early 2016, emerging-market currencies began a two-year rally that took MSCI Inc.'s gauge to a record as investors sought higher-yielding assets
Market Wrap, Dec 9: Sensex up 42 pts, Nifty at 11,937; Auto stocks gain
Sectoral indices ended the session mixed on the NSE. At close, Nifty Realty Index closed with a cut of 1.15 per cent, while Nifty Auto index closed 0.73 per cent higher
Vietjet begins direct flights connecting Delhi to Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi
The Hanoi-headquartered airline had announced these flights in August and had been planning to connect India first in 2017 and then in 2018
Letter to BS: NEFT system a step closer to achieving financial inclusion
The facility to transfer money through NEFT transaction on a round-the-clock basis will benefit many customers
SAIL reworks marketing strategy to draw high volume sales in November
Company clocks 36% YoY rise in volume sales to 1.40 million tonnes
Paul Volcker: The inflation tamer who set bank risk rule, dies at 92
In a career that spanned more than half a century, Volcker became a one-man economic cleanup crew
India set to be among top advertisement markets in 2019: GroupM and Zenith
The overall market size is expected to reach Rs 95,000 crore
Shakti Pumps hits 52-week low as CARE downgrades bank facilities
The outlook for the long-term rating of the company has been revised from 'Stable' to 'Negative'.
IITs end first week of placements on a high note, beating last year's show
IIT Kharagpur gets more than 1,000 job offers in a record five days, with 144 companies visiting the campus till Dec 5
Edible oil gets costlier due to kharif crop damage, global price rise
Floods in key producing regions resulted in major damage to standing kharif soybean crop
Amazon, Flipkart planning to help SMEs go digital and grow their businesses
E-commerce giants adopt similar strategy to helps SMEs
Yes Bank likely to reject $1.2 bn offer from Canadian tycoon Erwin Braich
At a meeting on Tuesday, the board is expected to reject an offer from Canada's Erwin Singh Braich and Hong Kong-based SPGP Holdings to contribute $1.2 billion toward the fund raising
Petrol price hits Rs 75 per litre mark, diesel price crosses Rs 66
The increase pushed price of petrol to Rs 75 per litre in the national capital and that of diesel to Rs 66.04 per litre
BMA Wealth investors stage protests, demand Karvy-like refund action
Investors said while Sebi acted swiftly in the case of Karvy, it has done nothing to address their problem
Will never allow NRC, CAB in Bengal; no one will lose citizenship: Mamata
Her comments come on a day when Shah after introducing the bill in Lok Sabha said it is not against minorities but against infiltrators
Vivo V17 with 32MP selfie camera, 4,500mAh battery launched for Rs 22,990
The smartphone houses a 32MP front camera which is placed into in the 'iView' display with E3 super AMOLED screen
Chanda Kochhar termination: Bombay HC seeks RBI's reply before next hearing
Earlier, Kochhar had stated that ICICI Bank was under statutory obligation to obtain prior RBI approval to terminate her from service, and claimed that the bank did not seek any such approval.
Loan defaults mainly due to salary delays, biz downturns, says survey
The survey comes months after official data showed that unemployment is at a four-decade high, the pace of economic growth slipping to a six-year low
Plans to privatise BPCL suicidal for nation, says PSU officers' union
The officers union was not opposed to private competition but they should not be handed on a platter assets set up over years.
The Good Phight’s Winter Meetings preview
The 2019 Winter Meetings are upon us! It’s the baseball rumor-mongerer’s favorite time of year. The good people at MLB Trade Rumors are perhaps stocking up on Red Bull and coffee as we speak, knowing the refreshing button on many web browers will be smashed over the next few days. It all began Sunday night with the announcement that Marvin Miller (!) and Ted Simmons were finally voted into the Hall of Fame.
‘Marriage Story’ tops Golden Globe Award nominations with 6
Noah Baumbach’s divorce portrait “Marriage Story” leads the 77th Golden Globes with six nominations including best motion picture, drama.
Brahmastra: This Ranbir Kapoor-Alia Bhatt Film DELAYED Yet AGAIN, To Now Release In Winter 2020; Know Why
It looks like all the Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt fans will have to wait for a little longer as reports suggest that Brahmastra has been once again postponed to winter 2020
Hope to reach trade agreement with US as soon as possible: China
China said on Monday that it hoped to make a trade deal with the United States as soon as possible, amid intense discussions before fresh US tariffs on Chinese imports are due to kick in at the end of the week. Beijing hopes it can reach a trade agreement with the United States that satisfies both sides, Assistant Commerce Minister Ren Hongbin told reporters on Monday.
Esperance Shire owed nearly $40k in unpaid rates
The Shire of Esperance is set to take its pursuit of unpaid rates to the next stage, with more than $39,000 owing. According to the December, 2019 council ag...
Galaxy S10 Android 10 update rollout halted in Israel
It seemed too good to be true when Samsung started rolling out the Android 10 update for the Galaxy S10 series a couple of weeks back, a full month before the year ends. We have been using Android 10
Samsung Pay launched in just one new market in 2019
Among all the first-party Samsung apps and services, Samsung Pay, the company’s mobile payment service, is by far the most useful and popular. It is one of those few offerings where the Korean tech
No Android 10/One UI 2.0 beta program coming for the Galaxy Fold
In the least surprising news of the day, Samsung has confirmed that there will be no One UI 2.0 beta program for the Galaxy Fold, its company's costliest mobile device in the market right now. The con
December patch now available for the Galaxy A5 (2017), J5 (2017), and more
Samsung has released the December 2019 security update for the Galaxy A5 (2017), Galaxy J5 (2017), Galaxy A8 (2018), and Tab A 10.5 in select regions. The company has been rather quick so far in pushi
Erick Rowan posts heartwarming response to Luke Harper's recent WWE release
Luke Harper was one of last night's WWE releases
OnePlus 8 Lite will bring OnePlus back into the midrange market
OnePlus really isn’t much of a budget-friendly or midrange brand anymore. When the phones originally launched they were priced well below the flagship category, but that’s slowly crept …
iDreamSky in talks to buy Leyou
Mobile publisher would get controlling interest in fellow Chinese outfit with stakes in Digital Extremes, Splash Damage, SNK Playmore
Nokia is getting ready to launch its first ever Smart TV
Style and smarts
Australia's Holden Colorado Pickup Spied Testing In Michigan
Spy photographers caught a camouflaged right-hand-drive Colorado pickup near GM's proving grounds in Michigan, identifying it as the new Holden model.
Jaguar I-Pace Gets 12 More Miles Of Range From New Software Update
Jaguar I-Pace owners can go to their local dealer for a software update that improves a variety of things, including the regenerative braking.
Land Rover Defender By Overfinch Is A Green Gem With Massive Engine
Overfinch creates a custom Land Rover Defender with a GM-sourced V8 and a wood cargo bed. Inside, there's green and tan leather.
Mercedes EQA Spied With Production Body And Lights
The EV high-riding model will ride on the MFA II platform, which will be shared with the combustion-powered GLA.
Volvo S90, V90, And V90 Cross Country Spied Testing Upcoming Refresh
The changes include tweaks to the front fascia, tiny tweaks at the rear, and new taillights. Inside, there are probably infotainment upgrades.
Ford Dealer Selling Baja 1000 Super Duty With Four-Digit Torque
The Ford F-250 Baja 1000 boasts an upgraded engine that pushes the torque figure beyond 1,000 pound-feet of torque.
Microsoft to kill Wunderlist apps on May 6th, 2020
Microsoft today announced that it will shut down Wunderlist on May 6th, 2020. For the past few years, Microsoft has been working on a brand-new task management app called To Do. Microsoft To Do will be the successor to Wunderlist app and you can import your lists from Wunderlist to To Do in few steps. …
Magic Leap One developer slams the product – “An absolute nightmare.”
The Magic Leap One is not selling well, and now we know why. A Magic Leap developer has slated the product as unstable and "an absolute nightmare"
OnePlus TV gets Netflix app and a redesigned remote controller
In an effort to diversify its product portfolio, OnePlus launched its first-ever smart television, OnePlus Q1 Pro TV a few months back. While OnePlus TV was praised for its vibrant 4K LED panel, integrated soundbar, the lack of Netflix app and the remote control were some of the biggest letdowns of the smart TV. The …
Upgraded Chuwi UBook goes for Surface Go’s throat
Chinese hardware manufacturers CHUWI have surprisungly upgraded their Chuwi UBook 2-in-1 to create a more cost-effective Surface Go alternative. Originally unveiled through the company’s Kickstarter for the 2-in-1 system, which raised an impressive $450,000, the UBook has always been pitched as a competitor to Microsoft’s Surface Go. With a smart change in components, Chuwi is …
Here is how much the Galaxy S10 Lite, Note10 Lite, Galaxy A71 and A51 will cost
Samsung is expected to launch four new Galaxy smartphones, which are Galaxy Note 10 Lite, Galaxy S10 Lite, Galaxy A71, and Galaxy A51, on Thursday this week. While the Galaxy Note 10 Lite and the S10 Lite are going to be more like a flagship smartphone, the Galaxy A71, and Galaxy A51 are going to …
Snapchat Cameo will allow users to edit their faces onto GIFs
Snapchat is testing a new feature that will allow users to edit their faces into GIFs. Called Cameo, the feature is rolling out to a limited number of users
Great deal: Get a pair of Microsoft Surface USB-C-to-USB adapters for just $9.98
Unlike most of the Surface devices, the new Surface Pro X and Surface Go only come with an USB-C port, so your existing USB-A based accessories cannot be connected directly. To solve this problem, Microsoft last year released Surface USB-C-to-USB Adapter which adds standard USB functionality to your USB-C port to connect flash drives, keyboards, …
Sorry in Advance, but: Study Finds That "Superbugs" Are in 9 Out of 10 Makeup Products
In news that would make literally anybody but your makeup-hating cousin who only ever uses lip balm cringe: nine out of 10 beauty products (and tools) you use
The Body Shop's Cleansing Butter Has Nearly 300 5-Star Reviews and Costs Less Than $10
When you find a product good enough to repurchase three times and counting, there's only one thing to do: rave about it, which is exactly what I'm going to do
Holy Sh*t! These Under-$100 Fashion-Girl Finds Are Good
No matter what store they're in, fashion girls always find the best pieces. Whether it's a vintage dig or shopping spree at a big retailer, you can be sure
I Never Liked New Year's Eve . . . Until My Family Started Celebrating With a Memory Jar
I'd never been a huge fan of New Year's Eve. The expectations were always too great, and I'd always end up feeling disappointed. It wasn't until I was married
US SEC Re-Opens Infamous Bitcoin Scammer Case
According to recent documents, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) believes that the case against the serial Ponzi scammer, Renwick
India Ends Disappointing Year in Crypto, Will 2020 Be Better?
Regardless of crypto market price action, some countries have had a better 2019 than others. India has been on the back foot for most of it ...
Crypto Payments Now Legal in Ukraine
Lawmakers in Ukraine have adopted new legislation that legalizes crypto payments as the country moves forward with strict compliance to international
BigTech Cryptocurrencies Pose Risk to Global Financial Stability: FSB
The Financial Stability Board (FSB) says government and regulators should closely monitor the emerging trend of BigTech companies entering the crypto
Huobi US Closes Doors After Weak Demand
The US partner of the Huobi exchange has decided to fold its business, due to low demand and liquidity. The HBUS platform will stop its operations after
Coinjer Scam is Making the Rounds, Here’s What You Need to Know
The Coinjer scam is one of the latest cons to hit crypto-related social media recently. The scam primarily operates across Telegram channels and tricks
Bitcoin Road to $100K: Peter Brandt Explains the When and How
Bitcoin is heading towards the $100,000 mark, according to veteran commodity trader Peter Brandt, who shared his analysis in a new video clip. However,
Bitcoin Price Shows ‘Uncanny Resemblance’ to 2018 Breakout Pattern
BTC has hovered between bullish and bearish attitudes. But one chart analyst sees a possible scenario, as the bitcoin price action in the past months
PBoC to Test Crypto Yuan with Telecom Firms, Commercial Banks
People’s Bank of China is entering another stage of its tests for a crypto payment system. This will be carried out telecom firms and banks.
Dash Investors’ Missing Funds Returned, Moocowmoo Resurfaces
After months of speculation as to the whereabouts of Moocowmoo and the location of Dash investors’ funds, it seems he’s finally woken up.
Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters Shares Selfie With Fellow South African Miss Universe Zozibini Tunzi
Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters couldn’t contain her excitement when Zozibini Tunzi was crowned Miss Universe 2019. The model, who won the same title in 2017, congratulated her fellow South African and ...
NBA Rumors: Nuggets Could Acquire Kevin Love For Paul Millsap Or Gary Harris, Per Sean Deveney
With the Cleveland Cavaliers now willing to listen to trade offers for veteran big man Kevin Love, a new report suggests that the Denver Nuggets could be among the teams that could benefit the most ...
MLB Rumors: Anthony Rendon’s Agent Reportedly Wants 7-Year Deal As Rangers Still Favored To Sign Him
Despite Anthony Rendon’s previous comments about wanting to end his MLB career at the age of 35, a new report suggests that the 29-year-old third baseman, who last played for the Washington ...
UMIDIGI A3S - Galaxy A10 competitor is on Global sale for $59.99 - Gizmochina
UMIDIGI is always known for its affordable smartphone devices. The Chinese smartphone manufacturer doesn’t disappoint when it comes to discounts and offers on its smartphone devices. Similarly, as per the aspirations, the UMIDIGI has announced the Global Sale of UMIDIGI A3S at $59.99. The ultimate Galaxy A10 competitor is available for a much lesser price …
Xiaomi crowdfunds the Chuangmi Smart Cat Eye Doorbell with a 5-inch display - Gizmochina
Xiaomi has launched a new product under the Youpin crowdfunding platform. It is a smart cat eye with a 5-inch IPS display. The device comes with a 369 yuan ($52) price tag and will start shipping on January 16, 2020. The design of the Chuangmi Smart Cat Eye Doorbell comes in two different parts; one …
Redmi K30 Pro powered by SD865 SoC to reportedly launch in March 2020 - Gizmochina
Xiaomi is hosting a launch event in China tomorrow, i.e. on 10th December where the company will be launching its much-anticipated 5G smartphone — Redmi K30. As the name itself suggests, it is a successor to Redmi K20. While the Redmi K30 is getting launched tomorrow, its Pro variant, named Redmi K30 Pro is believed …
Fake Xiaomi accessories worth over $18,000 confiscated in Indian market - Gizmochina
When you are in the business of manufacturing, one problem you have to deal with is counterfeit products. They not only hurt your sales and spoil your brand name but these products can also cause harm to the user. It has been reported that Xiaomi went on a raid with the police to an Indian …
Meizu is launching something on December 13 related to OMA - Gizmochina
Meizu, the Chinese smartphone brand, has been teasing its new products with puzzles since quite some time. Most of the times, netizens have been able to guess what product or feature the company is teasing. Today, the company has shared a new teaser image with words “OMA” written over the poster. It also confirms that …
OnePlus TV has a new remote with a dedicated Netflix button; will be free for existing customers - Gizmochina
OnePlus has announced a new TV remote for the OnePlus TV Q1 and OnePlus TV Q1 Pro. The new remote is called the Netflix Remote and that is because it has a dedicated Netflix button, unlike the one that currently ships with the TVs. It also has a completely new design. The good news is …
Honor recruiting Honor 9X and Honor 9X Pro users to beta test Android 10-based EMUI - Gizmochina
In the pursuit to update their devices, Honor are currently looking for Honor 9X Pro and Honor 9X users to beta test EMUI 10 based on Android 10.
LG re-enters the Japanese premium phone market with the dual-screen G8X ThinQ - Gizmochina
LG Electronics Inc. has announced its re-entry into Japan’s premium smartphone market after 23 months with the launch of its flagship dual-screen smartphone – LG G8X ThinQ. The G8X ThinQ was launch in partnership with Japan’s Softbank and will be sold at some 5,000 stores in major Japanese cities. This is coming barely two months after …
How to Unlock Bootloader of Realme X2 Pro - Gizmochina
Oppo’s sub-brand – Realme recently unveiled Realme X2 Pro featuring Snapdragon 855 Plus chipset and a high-end Super AMOLED display. Realme made an entry into an affordable premium smartphone market with the Realme X2 Pro. It is set to compete against the OnePlus 7T Pro and Redmi K20 Pro. Apart from the hardware specs, the …
Xiaomi announces Mi Note 10, Smart Band 4, rice cooker and more in Japan - Gizmochina
Xiaomi had an event today in Japan to mark its official entry into the island nation. The Chinese tech giant was supposed to launch in the country next year but decided to make it early. At the event today, Xiaomi announced five products including the Mi Note 10 series, the Mi Smart Band 4, Mi …
Redmibook live images reveal thin and lightweight design - Gizmochina
Redmi will be holding the launch event for the Redmi K30 series tomorrow, 10th December 2019. It is not strictly a smartphone conference and will also feature the new products from the company like its new notebook computer, RedmiBook. However, prior to the official announcement, the live images of the RedmiBook have already surfaced online. …
OnePlus 6th anniversary sale goes live on Amazon India - Gizmochina
OnePlus is celebrating its 6th anniversary this month. As part of the festive deal, the company is offering up to Rs. 10,000 (~$141) discounts on the OnePlus 7T and the 7 Pro. The sale went live on December 6 and will continue till December 17 on Amazon India. The company is also offering instant discounts …
Huawei cancels smartphone launch in Taiwan after being temporarily banned - Gizmochina
News emanating from Taiwan indicates that Chinese tech giant Huawei may have been forced to cancel the launch of its flagship phone and smartwatch in Taiwan after Taipei imposed a temporary ban on some of its products for listing the island as part of China. Huawei was billed to launch the flagship Mate 30 Pro …
Minister Senzo Mchunu announces massive cuts to ministers' perks, expenditure | IOL News
Public service and administration minister Senzo Mchunu announced wide amendments to the ministerial handbook.
Rustenburg withdraws from R650m mall project over alleged exploitation | IOL News
The Rustenburg municipality in North West has pulled out of a R650 million shopping mall project in Geelhout Park, citing ...
Consumer Watch: What Consumer Act says about sales of ‘old’ cars | IOL News
It seems dealerships can pretty much do as they please, flouting the Consumer Protection Act (CPA).
Load Shedding: Here is the City of Cape Town's guide to Stage 6 and beyond | Cape Argus
Eskom implemented Stage 6 load shedding on Monday, and had everyone frustrated and scrambling to check their schedules.
16 Days of Activism: The effects of intimate partner violence | Cape Argus
Physical abuse at the hands of an intimate partner is the most common form of violence experienced by South African women.
Useful tips and tricks to deal with load shedding | IOL News
As South Africans brace for a dark festive season, experts have offered useful tips and tricks to help deal with ongoing load shedding.
Eskom announces stage 6 loadshedding from 6pm | IOL News
Eskom announced on Monday that the power utility will move to stage 6 loadshedding from 6pm.
WATCH: SA struggling to keep calm in December as load shedding takes its toll | Cape Argus
From the serious to the lighthearted, many South Africans have been sharing their often disgruntled feelings as they endure Eskom's load shedding.
Task team established to fight congestion at Cape Town port | IOL News
Western Cape MEC for economic affairs David Maynier said he has established a task team to solve ongoing congestion in the Cape Town port.
Reputation Cost
What’s the value of a congressional reputation? You’d think it would be pretty low these days but that doesn’t mean that legislators don’t think highly of themselves.
Blackpool butcher helps the homeless
Every year up and down the country, Salvation Army centres and churches will be providing a hot Christmas dinner for any homeless person on Christmas Day.
Blackpool dolls house has raised funds for charity
A dolls house has a new home for Christmas after being sold for £120 and raising funds for charity.
Chelsea: Lampard and Mount targeted by a paint-by-numbers agenda
The knives are out again as Chelsea falter under the stewardship of Frank Lampard. Those who, last season, sat firmly behind Maurizio Sarri are targeting M...
Paris HIlton’s Ex Chris Zylka Is ‘Trying To Win Her Back’ 1 Year After Split: He’s Still Not Over Her
One year after they called it quits, Chris Zylka is actively 'trying to win' Paris Hilton back. Is she going to give him another shot?
Kaia Gerber’s Hair Makeover: Model Chops Off Locks Into Her Shortest Bob Yet – Before & After Pics
Kaia Gerber chopped her hair even shorter when she debuted a new bob haircut on Dec. 8.
Risky business: Why gov’t made sure Manila Water, Maynilad would earn
Part 2: What is 'onerous' now was logical before. Rappler looks at the history of how government enticed the private sector to take over water services.
IP-based phone service providers to use technology to tackle caller ID spoofing
Canadian providers of Internet-based phone systems should be able to adopt new technology next year that goes after fake phone calls.
Phone service providers expected to adopt new caller ID verification program
Some of Canada's telephone providers are being called on by the country's telecom regulator to add to their arsenals in the battle against phone scammers.
An Apparel, Footwear Group is Pushing for Amazon's Inclusion on Government's Annual "Notorious Markets" List
The U.S. Trade Representative’s 2019 blacklist of intellectual property abusers might include a striking new name: the $1 trillion e-commerce goliath that is Amazon. According to the Wall Street Journal, the Trump administration is considering adding some of the foreign offshoots of Jeff Bezos’ e-c
The Battle Over New York Fashion Week Continues, as IMG Files Suit Against Fashion Week, Inc.
Behind the scenes of the bi-annual New York Fashion Week shows, which play host to the offerings of esteemed brands like Oscar de la Renta, Marc Jacobs, and Proenza Schouler to an array of exciting younger names, an ugly legal battle has been underway. For a half-a-decade, an escalating fight over t
China Orders All Government Offices, Public Companies To Replace Foreign PCs, Software
Beijing retaliates for Huawei blockage
‘I Don’t Know What He Was Doing’: Joe Biden Gets Defensive When Asked About Son’s Business Dealings
Former Vice President Joe Biden appeared defensive when Axios co-founder Mike Allen asked him during an “Axios on HBO” interview about his son’s business dealings in Ukraine.
LUVYA full weekend line-up schedule revealed
Find out when your favourite artists are playing at the huge three-day festival
Watch: Dubai’s Greatest Hellmann’s Burgers Episode 7
Atlantis The Palm’s brand-new burger shack stars in our penultimate episode
We Beat Sleep Apnea. It Should Be Easier for You to Do It, Too.
The consequences of ignoring the condition can be severe, but the health system puts up barriers to treatment.
The Parable of the Sick Pig and the Lonely Rooster
I still believe that living gently on the land will produce an ecological paradise. I also fear the global collapse of agriculture.
Where Bicyclists, Doormen and Tourists Battle for Turf
New York City bicyclists say people who walk across bike lanes need to pay attention. But doormen at high-end hotels worry about collisions as lanes expand.
Amazon Accuses Trump of ‘Improper Pressure’ on JEDI Contract
In a legal complaint, Amazon said that the president attacked the company behind the scenes to harm its C.E.O., Jeff Bezos, “his perceived political enemy.”
TikTok’s Biggest Hits of the Year — and Its Predictions for 2020
TikTok says it’s ready to help its stars get rich.
Are Sugar Substitutes Good for Kids?
Information is limited about the long-term safety of consuming nonnutritive sweeteners.
Paul A. Volcker, Fed Chairman Who Waged War on Inflation, Is Dead at 92
Mr. Volcker helped shape American economic policy for decades, notably by leading the Federal Reserve’s brute-force campaign to subdue inflation in the 1970s and ’80s.
TikTok’s Biggest Hits of the Year — and Its Predictions for 2020
TikTok says it’s ready to help its stars get rich.
Who Is Barry Berke? Judiciary Committee’s Lawyer Will Present Impeachment Case
A New York defense lawyer working for House Democrats, Mr. Berke has been an architect of their impeachment inquiry.
The Great Recycling Con
The greatest trick corporations ever played was making us think we could recycle their products.
Don’t Let China Win the Green Race
America should be leading the way on clean energy, not falling behind.
'Extend and upgrade the Metro': Planning expert's plea to politicians vying for Number 10
James Hall said improving the Metro should be a key manifesto commitment from the main political parties
Newcastle United transfer news: Magpies said to be 'ahead' of the queue for Macauley Bonne
All the Newcastle United rumours as the Magpies look ahead to the winter window under Steve Bruce
What a grateful Whitley Bay couple are doing to say thanks for IVF on the NHS
Frank Bailey and Bianca Lockey have been given three rounds of IVF on the NHS and Frank is raising £3,500 for the Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Charity - the cost of one round of IVF - with a sponsored beard shave
Northumbrian Water-an energy mix that delivers for the planet
Embracing a mix of sustainable energy sources, a zero carbon future is high on the agenda for Northumbrian Water...
Steve Bruce responds to criticism of Joelinton, and reveals he's been given training ground mentor
Former Liverpool and West Ham man is helping striker Joelinton feel his way through his difficult spell
I'm A Celebrity result has bookies celebrating after market got it very wrong
Sunday's I'm A Celebrity result stunned bookies after Jacqueline Jossa triumphed in the final
Newcastle College-Environment is at the forefront for generations to come
Newcastle College is already at the forefront of training for the North East’s renewable energy sector...
Director to start operation to sign Norwich City player during next window
Fotomac report Fenerbahce assistant coach Volkan Demirel has urged the Super Lig club to sign Norwich City forward Teemu Pukki in the January transfer window. The Finnish striker has been a key player for Daniel Farke’s side this season and in recent matches he’s rediscovered his scoring touch According to Fotomac, Fenerbahce will try their
Watford have asked about signing – Hornets only want January loan deal
Watford maintained their interest in Barcelona’s Jean-Clair Todibo after failing to sign him before the start of the season. On November 21st, we carried a report from Sport, who explained the La Liga winners already have an offer from the Hornets for the centre-back. Monday’s edition of the same newspaper claims Barca technical secretary Eric
Barcelona met club last week, asked about 2 players – Plan to have ‘preferential option’ on one
‘Operation Milan’ is splashed on the front page of Sport after Barcelona technical secretary Eric Abidal and his assistant Ramon Planes met Inter Milan officials on Friday. The Nerazzurri want to strengthen midfield in January and their top targets are Ivan Rakitić and Arturo Vidal. Both their contracts expire in 2021 and the La Liga
Autohub opens first Ssangyong-Changan dealership in Metro Manila
Visit the new Ssangyong-Changan Otis dealership operated by Autohub Group located in Manila
This render of a droptop Supra is drop-dead gorgeous
Digital artist Jonsibal reveals his take on a convertible A90 Supra
Parliament approves ship recycling bill passed in RS today
Parliament on Monday approved a legislation to regulate recycling of ships with a view to make India an attractive ship breaking destination to create employment while at the same time ensuring it does not become a dumping ground of the world. The Recycling of Ships Bill, 2019 was passed in Rajya Sabha by a voice vote
This Samsung TV costs Rs 12 crore. Here's why
The first in its league, no other TV in India comes close enough to stand up to 'The Wall' when it comes to the price point.
Sensex falls 70 pts in early trade; banking stocks drag
Equity benchmark BSE Sensex on Monday fell over 70 points in early trade, dragged mainly by losses in financial and banking stocks amid persistent foreign fund outflows. The 30-share index was
Sensex rises 42 points; bank, auto stocks shine
Market benchmark BSE Sensex rose over 42 points on Monday to close at 40,487.43, driven by buying in select bank and auto counters.
'EV charging biz to grow at 50 by 2022 in India'
Power and energy management firm Delta Electronics expects its electric vehicle charging business in India to grow around 50 per cent per annum in the next three years with more car makers bringing their EVs into the country, according to a senior company official. The company, which has
Learning the right lessons from the onion crisis
Political parties that slam central governments on high prices for consumers/low prices for farmers will do zilch about getting their state governments to implement these reforms.
Tata Motors to add another 100 sales outlets for PVs
Auto major Tata Motors plans to add 100 sales outlets for passenger vehicles by the end of the current fiscal as it aims to enhance its reach in the country, a senior company official said.
No pain, no fame: Thai massage could get UNESCO status
From upscale Bangkok spas and Phuket beach fronts to modest street-side shophouses, "nuad Thai" -- or Thai massage -- is ubiquitous across the kingdom, where an hour of the back-straightening discipline can cost as little as $5.
Job creation to jump 7.12% in Oct-Mar: TeamLease report
According to TeamLease's bi-annual Employment Outlook Report for HY2 2019, economic reforms lifted the spirits for seven of the 19 sectors surveyed, while nine sectors reported a decrease in their outlook for October-March period of this fiscal.
SBI lowers MCLR based lending rates by 10 bps
Country's largest lender State Bank of India on Monday announced the reduction in its marginal cost of fund-based lending rate (MCLR) by 10 basis points across all one-year products, effective
Redmi 8A review: Going top class on a budget
If you are in the market looking for a cost-effective budget phone, go for the Redmi 8A.
Quake hits Florence area, trains temporarily suspended
An earthquake hit north of Florence on Monday morning, forcing trains across Italy to be cancelled or severely delayed.
Today in Impeachment: Order is Hard to Find
Today's impeachment hearings went off course a number of times.
The Silicon Valley Series Finale Fittingly Rewards Failure as Success
The HBO series did not provide a middle-out for its main characters.
Labor issues could plague long-delayed veterans cemetery project
The Buffalo Building and Construction Trades Council has been pushing for a project labor agreement at the site. But the Department of Veter
This Week in Buffalo: Scrooge, Wet Bandits and Christmas jazz
It's crazy to think about the pop culture influences that have stood the test of a time. A grumpy, tightfisted dude from London. Two unkempt
Crowley Webb brings blue-collar vibe to renovated digs
Crowley Webb has come a long way since its founding 33 years ago. What started as a small firm with an office on lower Franklin Street in...
Unexpected health issues follow joyful adoption
The foster children arrived unexpectedly on Gabriel and Jeanette Lopez's wedding day.
Hearables fuel wearable shipment surge
The growing popularity of wireless ear and headphones pushed wearable shipments in the third quarter ...
Best printer for Mac in 2020: top printers for your Apple device
Looking for a great printer for your Mac? These are our top picks.
HP Green Monday sale knocks an incredible $1,000 off the HP Elite Dragonfly laptop
HP is continuing to bring amazing deals for Green Monday, with its excellent HP Elite Dragonfly laptop getting a huge $1,000 price cut.
This lowest-ever price on Sennheiser Momentum wireless earphones makes them a perfect Christmas gift
The Sennheiser Momentum Free earphones are back at their Black Friday pricing, until December 22.
Voice search is changing the way we access news – here's why that matters
With broadcasters partnering with voice assistants, is voice search changing our news habits for the better?
Best 75-inch 4K TVs: the best home cinema-sized TVs you can buy
Get a super-sized screen with one of these massive 4K TVs.
Ericsson pays $1bn to settle corruption probe
Networking giant reaches settelement following accusations of corruption by US authorities
Apple reveals new Mac Pro (2019) and Pro Display XDR release date as December 10
Via an email to interested users, Apple has confirmed that its latest premium hardware devices will launch in the coming days.
OnePlus TV now supports Netflix, existing users can get the new remote
When the OnePlus TV Q1 series was announced, Netflix support was supposed to be added at a later date. That changes today.
Save $100 with this Apple HomePod deal just in time for the holidays
This Apple HomePod deal can save you $100 - grab your new smart speaker for just $199
You can still grab this Echo Dot Philips Hue deal bundle for just $35
Grab this fantastic Echo Dot Philips Hue deal for just $34.99 at Amazon while stocks last
Best Buy TV deal: the Samsung 55-inch 4K TV is on sale for $330 today only
Best Buy's TV sale includes a $50 price cut on the Samsung 55-inch 4K TV - today only!
These fantastic Xbox One deals have just dropped in price everywhere
These Xbox One deals have landed just in time for the holidays, with big savings on all models.
WhatsApp dark mode: latest beta release gives us another early glimpse
Icons tucked away in the install files offer a tantalizing hint of what the new layout will look like.
This incredible Moto Z4 deal will only cost you $10 a month
Right now you can get the Moto Z4 for $10 per month over 24 months on Verizon.
Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 plummet to cheapest price ever
The price of the Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones has been slashed, making them cheaper than ever before.
What is AWS Glue?
Having data in the cloud is one thing, being able to sort it into useful packets is another. Luckily, for Amazon Web Services, this is exactly what their Glue application does.
This waterproof smartphone has a little feature that every phone should have
Wireless charging, big battery, triple camera, the whole lot
China hopes for US trade deal 'as soon as possible'
China and the United States are negotiating a so-called "phase one" deal aimed at de-escalating their prolonged trade dispute.
Metallica, Eagles and Guns N’ Roses among 2019's top earners
Forbes have released their annual list of the top-earning musicians - and there are some familiar names in the top 40
TikTok settles child data class-action one day after lawsuit was filed
Firm didn't leave the clock tik-tocking
Microsoft starts forcing Windows 10 1809 stragglers to upgrade
1809, danke
Ericsson will pay a yard to settle bribery charges
The judge could not be Swede into letting them off
FTC confirms Cambridge Analytica were wrong'uns
Face(book) the music
Jury finds in favour of Elon Musk in 'pedo guy' Twitter case
Apparently if you own a spaceship, you can accuse people of child abuse
Verizon blocks archivists from preserving 20 years of Yahoo Groups history
Who do Yahoo think you are
Lebanon's exit path from economic woes
The government should aim at restoring confidence through economic sustainability and balanced growth.
Lebanese sarcasm: A powerful token of defiance
Lebanese sarcasm, during a revolution or even on mundane days, has the ability to bring together the totality of the Lebanese masses.
3 Tax Mistakes You're Probably Making Today
If you're falling victim to these blunders, you're throwing money away or opening the door to problems you really don't need.
Why Investors Should Avoid Zscaler
The cybersecurity company reported strong fiscal first-quarter results and raised its guidance, but its stock price corresponds to higher expectations.
Toy Industry 2019: Hot Toys and Competition
The calendar gives 2019 a shorter holiday season than usual, but the hottest toys are still flying off the shelves.
Why Canopy Growth Stock Just Popped 11%
Canopy just crowned a new king of cannabis.
This Dividend-Paying Chip Stock Could Switch Up a Gear in 2020
Secular end-market growth should be a catalyst for chipmaker Analog Devices in the new year.
The 5 Best Industrial Stocks to Buy for 2020
Assuming the economy avoids a protracted slowdown next year, these companies' catalysts could deliver strong gains for investors.
3 Healthcare Stocks to Buy and Never Sell
A holding period of forever sounds perfect for these top-tier businesses.
5 Bold Predictions for the Stock Market in 2020
Some scenarios that could play out over the next year.
Why These 2 Natural Gas Stocks Are Soaring Today
Antero Resources and Antero Midstream are working together to enhance their outlook.
3 Top Small-Cap Stocks to Buy Right Now
One way for investors to build wealth is to find great companies with growth potential while they're still small.
FG launches digital platform to publish daily financial transactions of agencies, ministries
PRESIDENT Muhammadu Buhari has launched the Open Treasury Portal to promote transparency and track spending in the public sector.
Creative Sound Blaster G3 USB DAC Amp for Consoles Released
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Antec Performance P120 Crystal Case Now Available
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Thermaltake ToughRAM Z-ONE RGB RAM Released
The best source for tech and gaming news, hardware reviews and daily fix of tech. The latest reviews of motherboards, GPUs and much more!
‘Who’s going to make the first move?’: Canada not alone in the Huawei dilemma
Nations around the world seek direction on whether to allow the Chinese company’s equipment into 5G networks
South Africa steps up power cuts after flooding hits major plant
JOHANNESBURG — South Africa’s state energy company Eskom is cutting up to 6,000 megawatts (MW) of power from the national grid after heavy rain and flooding triggered failures at its Medupi plant, disrupting supplies to businesses and households across the country.
Shareholders advised to vote against Richard Baker-led offer for HBC
An influential proxy advisory service is recommending shareholders vote against a takeover offer for Hudson's Bay Co. by a group led by the retailer's executive chairman.
Price hike: Spotty banana duct-taped to a wall now costs US$150,000
3D-printed cocktails, a traffic jam sculpture made of hundreds of tons of sand and more celebrity sightings than a Kardashian Christmas party were all part of over-the-top festivities during the week of Art Basel Miami, but it was a banana that stole the show.
Disney warns new Star Wars movie could trigger seizures in people with epilepsy
'Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker,' the highly anticipated conclusion to the Skywalker saga, could trigger seizures in photosensitive people, Walt Disney Studios said.
Lawyer competence includes knowledge of Indigenous-Crown history: B.C. law society
The Law Society of British Columbia has moved to require Indigenous cultural competency training for all practising lawyers in the province, in response to gaps in legal education that the Truth and Reconciliation Commission identified.
World's 'largest collection' of rare whiskies on sale
Lovers of very expensive whisky will get the chance to bid on nearly 4,000 rare bottles acquired by a late U.S. soft drink bottling company executive.
West Virginians head to Canada to find affordable insulin
A group of West Virginians left the country Sunday in search of affordable insulin -- they went to Canada, where insulin prices are reported to be about a tenth of what it costs people in the United States.
How to avoid a massive holiday health care bill when OHIP out-of-country coverage ends
If you are an Ontario resident planning to travel outside of Canada in the new year, make sure you have adequate travel health insurance coverage or risk dealing with a crippling medical bill should a medical emergency arise. CTVNews.ca has all the details.
Why Enceladus’ Unique “Tiger Stripes” Make It A Prime Target In The Search For Life
The Cassini Space probe revealed Saturn's moon Enceladus as one of the most promising places in the Solar System to find life beyond Earth. Among the many
7 Low-Risk Mutual Funds to Buy Now
An array of low-risk mutual funds spanning multiple asset classes are currently available to investors. Here are seven worth a look.
Desirable Branding Distinguishes Aphria Stock
Though production capacity is always important, Aphria stock has made progress due to its underlying premium brands.
Investors Should Buy Amazon Stock While It Keeps Treading Water
Worries about Amazon's declining AWS growth and rising content spending appear to be overblown. Amazon stock has got plenty of life in it.
Aphria Is Making the Right Moves to Survive Marijuana Slump
The outlook for cannabis stocks remains challenging. But if anyone can turn it around in 2020, it could well be Aphria.
Things Are Going from Bad to Worse for Aurora Stock
Does Aurora Cannabis stock offer an intriguing, compelling trade? Yes. However, realistically getting to that point is a major problem.
Under $3, Plug Power Stock Is a Good Speculative Buy
Plug Power and PLUG stock lost all momentum Dec. 2 when it announced it would sell up to 40 million shares in a secondary offering.
5 Reasons to Buy Aphria Stock Before Pot Stocks Start Moving Again
Aphria stock has taken a beating in recent months, but there are at least five reasons why Aphria shares could be headed higher soon.
New Age Beverages Stock Remains a High-Risk, High-Reward Situation
NBEV stock could rise by seven-fold from here, but it's far more likely that shares remain weak thanks to glaring profitability issues.
Can Debt Deal Save Chesapeake Energy Stock?
Seemingly out of nowhere, Chesapeake Energy stock received a lifeline with a debt financing deal. But should contrarians take the bait?
Square Stock Has the Only ‘CEO Bro’ We Can Trust
Because of African demographics and economic realities, the opportunity for first-to-market dominance is too lucrative to pass up for Square stock.
3 Healthcare Stocks to Buy Before the End of 2019
The year-end success of the healthcare sector has led to several strong stocks to buy. Here are three of the best healthcare stocks to buy.
If You Haven’t Ditched NBEV Stock Yet, Now Is the Time
NBEV stock is an irredeemable loser. The CEO is selling shares and the company is in debt and losing money.
Cisco Stock May Be a Great Value Name
Cisco stock offers many compelling features. CSCO stock is one or two pieces away from being great for growth and income investors.
Monday’s Vital Data: Bank of America, Apple and JPMorgan Chase
Options trading was buzzing in Bank of America, Apple and JPMorgan Chase stock. Here are the metrics that matter moving forward.
With No Revenue or Approved Treatments, Ocugen Stock Is a Clear Sell
Because if you do, you’ll probably lose all your principal and a tax deduction would then be the only benefit to owning OCGN stock.
GE Stock is a Buy as CEO Larry Culp Addresses the Mess He Inherited
GE stock holders may have been disappointed with the decision to keep the dividend at a penny. But the new CEO is running a marathon, not a sprint.
Shopify Stock Will Continue to Amaze Investors in 2020
Shopify stock, which is up 165% this year, still has more upside opportunities like the one from last week. The triggers are close.
5 Restaurant Stocks Dominating Holiday Season Foot Traffic
Foot traffic is one of the best indicators of which fast-food restaurant stocks are best navigating the difficult environment.
Smartly Avoid General Electric Stock Dividend for Capital Appreciation
Reassuring news that General Electric was keeping its dividend should move GE stock higher. But, profit-taking is likely to occur first.
Will Lyft Stock Be Boosted by Lyft’s Spectacular Performance?
The performance of LYFT, at least relative to expectations, has been spectacular in recent quarters. But Lyft stock has struggled badly.
As the Founders Depart, There’s a Real Opportunity in Alphabet Stock
With the company's founders stepping back, CEO Sindar Pichai could have more freedom to unlock some of the underlying value in Alphabet stock.
4 Cybersecurity Stocks to Buy for Long-Term Gains
Secular tailwinds underpinning the cybersecurity market remain as favorable as ever, meaning these four cybersecurity stocks are good buys.
What Should Investors Expect From Advanced Micro Devices Stock in 2020?
Advanced Micro Devices stock more than doubled in 2019, but will its momentum carry into 2020? Here are a few things to know about AMD stock.
Time to Remodel Your Portfolio With Home Depot Stock
Home Depot stock is finally finding some support after a sharp 10% drop. HD should begin to head higher over the coming weeks.
Strong Jobs Numbers Boost Bank of America
We want to take advantage of rising long-term interest rates with a put write on Bank of America (NYSE:BAC)
3 Big Stock Charts for Monday: Hanesbrands, Canada Goose, and Ball Corporation
Monday's big stock charts, including GOOS stock, highlight three names looking for direction and hoping for help from the broad market.
After Earnings, Watch for Workday Stock to Strike $168.50
Workday stock lean bearish on the charts. Its valuation is a little rich, particularly amid this earnings report. What's up with WDAY stock?
Here’s How the US-China Trade War is Helping JD.com Stock Bulls, Bears
Don’t attempt to trade volatile and varied headlines, invest your trust in a powerful trade war pattern setting up on the price chart of JD.com.
10 Stocks With Little or No Debt to Own for the Next 50 Years
Millennials looking for stocks to own for the next 50 years might want to consider these 10 companies from various sectors of the economy.
Lack of Profitability Is a Significant Risk for Zillow Stock
A lack of profits has kept Zillow stock stuck in neutral for 3 years, and it looks like these profitability issues are here to stay.
Be Wary of Ford’s High Dividend Yield
Be wary of the high Ford stock dividend yield. Ford still can't afford the dividend since its adjusted FCF is too low and not growing.
Let 2020 be the year you get the operation you need
Explore the three routes of care available through Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre
Fear over future of disabled people's day centre
Parents have learned of plans to close ROC Creative in Paignton
Devon council facing £6million overspend on children's social care
Residential placements for children in care are costing Torbay Council around £5,000 a week each, it has emerged
Totnes Christmas market cancelled
'With a heavy heart the council has taken the decision to cancel tomorrow’s Christmas Festival event'
Beyoncé Just Unveiled Her Debut Unisex Ivy Park x Adidas Collection
She spoke to Elle about what's next for the brand's new partnership
Feeling Alone with Parkinson’s Disease
Columnist Sherri Woodbridge knows that Parkinson's disease can leave people feeling lonely. That's why it's important to help others understand the disease.
World’s first human composting site to open
The world’s first funeral home dedicated to composting human beings is set to open in 2021 – allowing those left behind to turn their dearly departed into soil. US ‘deathcare’ company Recompose will
Ubuntu 20.04 LTS Survey Launched — You Can Help Shape Ubuntu’s Future
Ubuntu turned 15 this year and is still going strong — but what next for the leading desktop Linux distribution? Well, to find out Canonical has launched
Salt Debuts Alternative Remote for Apple TV
Swiss TV and internet provider Salt has launched an alternative remote for the Apple TV.
Shipments of Wearables Surged 94.6% in 3Q19 [Report]
Worldwide wearables shipments surged 94.6% in the third quarter of 2019, according to the latest IDC report.
Sources: The New BioShock Has Been in the Works For Years
This project has already been in the works since at least 2015, although it’s been rebooted since then.
Senator outlines measures to reopen Nigerian borders
A former Chairman, Senate Committee on Police Affairs, Senator Abu Ibrahim, Monday listed measure Nigeria should take to reopen its closed ...
How bad leadership, corruption fuel poverty in Africa
More than 70 per cent of Africa’s estimated 1.2 billion people are said to be suffering from high unemployment, inequality and poverty.
FG to sign MoU with Russian firm on Ajaokuta January - Minister
The Federal Government will sign the Memorandum of Understanding with a Russian firm for the resuscitation of the multi-billion naira Ajaokuta Steel Rol...
Universal Insurance mulls new capital raising to boost capital base
Universal Insurance Plc is considering raising new equity funds to bolster its operations and strengthen its capital base ahead of deadline for ...
AEDC: We cannot avoid VAT from meter cost - The Nation Newspaper
Following the complaint about the surreptitious manner in which the Abuja Electricity Company (AEDC) has raised the cost of meters, the power firm's ...
A Policy Vault Made for Africa - The Nation Newspaper
An exciting idea turned into an interesting organization that will open Africa to development opportunities and investments
Eight things you probably didn’t know about new FIRS chairman, Nami
President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday approved the composition of a new board for the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), subject to...
Alleged P&ID scam: Court dismisses Briton’s plea for bail variation - The Nation Newspaper
The Federal High Court, Abuja, on Monday, dismissed the application for bail variation filed by a British man, James Nolan. Justice Okon Abang, who dismissed the prayer, said the application was lacking in merit and adjourned the case till Tuesday for continuation of trial. He gave the ruling after he had taken the arguments of […]
Yahaya approves additional N550m for payment of gratuities to retirees
Gov. Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has approved the release of additional N550 million for the payment of gratuities to the state retirees...
EFCC secures 84 convictions in Edo - The Nation Newspaper
The Benin Zonal office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said it has secured 84 convictions from January...
International Breweries opens N164b rights issue - The Nation Newspaper
International Breweries has opened application list for its N164 billion right issue, in a major recapitalisation that will see the Belgian core ...
Disney Plus is live: sign up here for cheap and start streaming
Everything you need to know about Disney Plus, including price, movies, shows, channels and best deals
COMPLETE Harry Potter collection is ONLY £20.99 in this MAGICAL Christmas gift deal
Get all seven Harry Potter books for crazily cheap. Just apply this magical deal code and bag the perfect Christmas gift
Top 5 gift ideas in the Amazon Last Minute Christmas deals event
Amazon's Last Minute Christmas deals are live now and these are the best ones if you are looking for a Christmas gift
Get this UNMISSABLE Amazon Instant Pot Christmas gift deal NOW as it ends TODAY
Amazon Instant Pot deals like this are rare, so bag it now before it sells out — it is the ideal Christmas gift
Amazon SLASHES alcohol prices in Christmas gift sale BONANZA
Laphroaig and Bowmore whisky, Bulleit bourbon, Plymouth gin, Mount Gay rum and much more discounted at Amazon
Boy oh boy! Two male pandas make public debut at Berlin Zoo
The cuteness level at Berlin Zoo doubled on Monday when a pair of twin panda cubs made their public debut, with the zoo revealing the cuddly bundles of fur were both boys.
German Advent word of the day: Das Christkind
This traditional German figure can be surprisingly controversial during Christmastime.
Eight fascinating things you probably didn't know about Cologne Cathedral
Cologne Cathedral is one of the most iconic and well-visited buildings in Germany. And it has an incredible history to match the name.
Maria Bamford’s 2020 Gift to Us All: A New Stand-up Special
Maria Bamford’s new stand-up special, titled ‘Weakness Is the Brand,’ will debut on multiple on-demand platforms on Tuesday, January 28, 2020.
Beyoncé Is Teasing New Ivy Park Merch, So Save Your Pennies
Beyoncé teased brand-new items from her Adidas and Ivy Park collaboration, out on January 18, 2020.
Intel CEO Blames Company's Obsessive Focus on Capturing 90% CPU Market Share For Missing Out on Other Opportunities
Intel chief executive Bob Swan says he's willing to let go the company's traditional dominance of the market for CPUs in order to meet the rising demand for newer, more specialized silicon chips for applications such as AI and autonomous cars. From a report: Intel's Bob Swan blames being focused on ...
South Africa announces stage 6 load shedding : This is what it means
Eskom pulled a shocker and announced stage 6 load shedding effectively at 6 pm today plunging the whole of South Africa into darkness.
Zimbabweans in The Diaspora to pay USD318 for emergency Passports
Zimbabweans in The Diaspora to pay USD318 for emergency Passports in a bid by the government to clear the passport backlog that has balloned to 300k
Android, Google and free content licenses. Who is to blame and what can be done?
The story of another ban. Have you heard about bans on apps and developers in Google Play? This is just such a story. It’s also an attempt to collect similar c...
Ugandan based Somaliland businesswoman scoops top Award
Uganda’s foremost businesswoman Amina Hersi Moghe was over the weekend crowned the Entrepreneur of the year of Africa by the respected European CEO magazine. Moghe, born in Kenya of Somaliland parents has been an inspiration to women in East Africa where she has employed over 5,000 people in her different companies. This is an additional cap to her success. She scooped the 2008 Woman Investor of the year Award making her a remarkable woman. “This is a great honour not only to me but to the women of Africa. It shows just how women if given an opportunity and the right environment, can achieve so much,” she said. Somaliland Ambassador to Kenya Bashe Omar congratulated Ms Moghe saying she is one of the best ambassadors of Somaliland in the diaspora.
Wealth of Canadians divided along racial lines, says report on income inequality
One interesting finding was that racialized men have a higher employment rate than non-racialized men
Lawyer competence includes knowledge of Indigenous-Crown history: B.C. law society
All practising lawyers in B.C. will be required to take a six-hour online course covering these areas
James Maddison 'on brink of signing new Leicester deal' amid Man Utd transfer interest
Leicester are hopeful of persuading Maddison to extend his current contract to ward off Man Utd, after manager Brendan Rodgers committed his future to the club
6 reasons why Mikel Arteta is the perfect manager for Arsenal
There are a number of quality candidates in the frame to become Arsenal's next manager following Unai Emery's sacking; here's why ex-Gunners star Mikel Arteta is the best bet
Lotto chiefs announce that €6.8million jackpot ticket was sold in Mooncoin, Co Kilkenny
National Lottery chiefs also revealed that the lucky winner has already been in touch
World's first skincare brand using artificial intelligence arrives in Ireland
Specific ingredients are selected to offer products optimally designed for the skin
Irish weather forecast: Met Eireann issues advisory as strong winds set to batter Ireland after Storm Atiyah chaos
There are fears that trees and structures weakened by Storm Atiyah could be damaged even further
Thai massage may soon get UNESCO recognition
The massage technique is said to have been originated in India and brought to Thailand some 2,500 years ago by doctors and monks, who passed its secrets to generations.
Sensex rises 42 points; bank, auto stocks shine
Among the Sensex stocks, HDFC emerged as the top gainer, rising by 2.06 per cent, followed by Axis Bank, Maruti, Reliance, Power Grid and Tata Steel. On the other hand, TCS, HCL Tech, L&T, IndusInd Bank, Tech Mahindra, SBI and ITC lost up to 2.93 per cent.
Shares, Commodity, Rupee Market LIVE Updates: Sensex up 100 points, Nifty over 11,950 led by auto, metal stocks
Share Market, Sensex, Nifty, BSE, NSE Share Price Today Live Updates: Catch all the LIVE market action here.
Apple to fix 16-inch MacBook Pro ‘popping sound’ issue
The tech giant says the popping sound coming from the speakers of the new 16-inch MacBook Pro is a software issue, according to a memo obtained by MacRumors.
Recent cut in corporate tax rate was done to boost investments: CEA
"Private investment is the driver of economic growth. Steps that we are taking, be it corporate tax rate cut, be it code on wages and industrial relations, is to try and create a more favourable environment for investment," Subramanian said at the FICCI Young Leaders Summit
Yamaha launches BS-VI compliant YZF-R15 bike, price starts at Rs 1.45 lakh
The 155cc will be available across all company dealerships in India from the third week of December 2019, India Yamaha Motor (IYM) said in a statement.
CUSB faculty recruitment: Check how to apply for 60 posts
CUSB faculty recruitment: Applications open at cusb.ac.in. The last date to submit online applications is December 18 while candidates can download fee receipt till December 23.
Tamil Nadu: At this store, buy a smartphone, get 1 kg onion free
Saravana Kumar (35), who runs the shop in Thalaiyari Street in Pattukotai, said the strategy had paid off and earned him lots of customers in the past few days. “Generally mobile shops tend to give charger or earphones as an offer during the festive season. I tried something out of the box and it worked," he said.
Mutual Funds’ asset base hit all time high of Rs 27 lakh crore on inflow in debt schemes
Mutual fund houses witnessed an overall inflow of Rs 54,419 crore last month as compared to Rs 1.33 lakh crore in October.
Vivo V17 review: Good cameras, slick design but competition is tough
Vivo V17 review: Does Vivo V17 offers great value for its price? We take a look at the new phone with 48MP quad-camera and 32MP front camera.
BHEL recruitment through interview: Salary up to Rs 66,000; diploma holders can apply too
BHEL recruitment: Candidates will be hired for a two-year contract. Interested can apply at the official website, careers.bhel.in by December 21, 8 pm. The last date to submit the application form by post is December 31.
Govt further caps stock limit on onion retailers to 2 tons to check hoarding
As per the ministry's data, maximum retail prices are ruling at Rs 165 per kg on Monday, while modal price was at Rs 100 per kg. In most cities, onions are quoted over Rs 100 per kg in retail markets, pinching hard on consumers' pocket.
Pacifiers can be harmful for your child. Here are tips to help them quit the habit
Pacifiers may help to calm your child but if used for a very long time, they can impact your child's health negatively.
Vivo V17 with 48MP quad camera, punch-hole display launched: Price, specifications
Vivo V17 with a 48MP quad-camera and a 32MP selfie punch-hole camera has just been announced for the Indian market. Vivo V17 is a more affordable take of its Pro variant that launched earlier.
IIT-Madras placements phase-I concludes with 848 offers, most from core domain
Most offers, in the phase I, were made by Micron Technolgy India operations with 31 offers followed by Intel and Microsoft with 20 and 19 offers, respectively.
Tata Steel asks LGBTQ+ employees to declare partners, avail HR benefits
With its vision to provide equal opportunity to the employees, it has been an endeavour of the company to create an enabling workforce for all diverse groups, respecting and embracing the differences in the individuals, the steel maker said in a statement.
Video: Thor Silva, son of Wanderlei, wins amateur Muay Thai debut in 30 seconds
MMA legend Wanderlei Silva watched his son make a successful Muay Thai debut over the weekend.
Best Android File Manager in 2019
There are a plethora of file manager applications on the Play Store, so it can be tough to pick the "best" one. We've done the deep-diving for you, to help you find the best file manager to use with your Android device.
Best Roborock Vacuums in 2019
We've tested and compared several Roborock robot vacuums to see which ones are the best. See which ones fit your needs.
Samsung Galaxy S11: News, Leaks, Release Date, Specs, and Rumors!
The Galaxy S10 is one of the best smartphones we've seen in 2019. Next year, it'll be succeeded by the Galaxy S11. Here's everything we know about the highly-anticipated sequel!
Vivo V17 with 6.44-inch hole-punch display, quad cameras launched in India for ₹22,990 ($323)
Nearly three months after the launch of the V17 Pro, Vivo has now launched yet another impressive V-series smartphone for the Indian market.
How to fix common Chromecast issues
The Google Chromecast is an amazing little streaming device that just works... until it doesn't.
PICTURES: Over 100 SADA tricycles burnt in WA
Over 100 tricycles belonging to the defunct Savannah Accelerated Authority (SADA) now Northern Development Authority (NDA) have been burnt in Wa, the Upper West Regional capital. The tricycles that have been abandoned in the open at the controller fuel station, were reported to have been burnt on Monday morning according to MyNewsGh.com sources. It is believed to have been caused by wild fire in view of the impending dry season accompanied by the harmattan winds and took fire fighters several hours to bring the inferno under control but most of them were burnt beyond repairs. Sale of tricycles The Northern Development Authority started the sale of tricycles that were purchased under the defunct Savannah Accelerated Development Authority (SADA).
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European companies minimise risks from US-China trade war
BEIJING, Dec 9 — European companies in China have been able to minimise the effect from the tariff war between Beijing and Washington, although some are considering relocating their businesses, the EU Chamber of Commerce said today. The world’s two biggest economies have been entangled in a...
Govt to set up Special Purpose Vehicle to monitor Kampung Baru redevelopment
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — A Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) company will be set up to carry out the Kampung Baru redevelopment project, the Dewan Negara was told today. Federal Territories Minister Khalid Abdul Samad said so far, no developers had been appointed to carry out the project. He said the...
S&P 500, Nasdaq edge higher; tariff deadline in focus
NEW YORK, Dec 9 — The S&P 500 and Nasdaq indexes edged higher today, with investors keeping a close watch on headlines around US-China trade as planned tariffs on Chinese imports kick in on December 15. Beijing and Washington are negotiating a first phase trade deal aimed at de-escalating...
Bursa Malaysia ends lower on subdued sentiment
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — Bursa Malaysia finished lower today on subdued sentiments as weak export data from China, the country’s biggest trading partner, signalled weakness for the broader Asian economy. At 5pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) fell 5.73 points to 1,562.71 from Friday’s...
Lynas says investing in new plant to extract low-level radiation before shipping ore here
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — Lynas Corporation Ltd said today it will open a new cracking and leaching plant in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia to extract low-level radioactivity from materials to be shipped to Malaysia for final treatment. The Australia-based rare earth miner said it has signed an option...
Call for import duty of fishing equipment to be abolished
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — A Dewan Negara member today proposed the that the import duty on fishing equipment, such as net, fishing line and engines, to be abolished to help ease the burden of traditional fishermen. Senator Datuk Razali Idris said the price of most fishing equipment has increased by...
Entrepreneur Development Ministry, MTDC collaborate to prepare SMEs for digital technology
BANGI, Dec 9 — The Ministry of Entrepreneur Development (MED) has forged a cooperation with Malaysian Technology Development Corporation (MTDC) to prepare the small and medium enterprise (SME) to shift to utilise digital technology in their business. MED Secretary-General Datuk Wan Suraya Wan Md...
Prosus hikes hostile bid for Just Eat
LONDON, Dec 9 — Prosus, Europe’s largest consumer-tech company, said today it has hiked its hostile takeover bid for Just Eat, in an attempt to derail the latter’s merger deal with peer Takeaway.com. Prosus announced in a statement that it has lifted its bid to £74 pence per share or about...
Stronger US dollar curbs demand for ringgit
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar today as the positive sentiment for the greenback curbed interest for local currency. As at 6pm, the local note was quoted at 4.1590/1630 against the US dollar compared with Friday’s close of 4.1580/1610. A dealer said the...
Chow: Four restoration projects in Penang Hill completed
GEORGE TOWN, Dec 9 — Four repair and stabilisation projects undertaken in Penang Hill following a landslide on November 4, 2017 have been completed, said Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. He said the projects included the refurbishment and enhancement of three communal septic tanks, landscaping and...
European stocks stutter as attention turns to trade deadline, central bank meetings
LONDON, Dec 9 — European stocks fell today as worries about a Chinese economic slowdown and the US-China trade war outweighed Friday’s strong US jobs data, in a quiet start to trading before several big events later in the week. The Federal Reserve meets on Wednesday and new European Central...
Malaysians spend 70pc of monthly income on goods, housing and transport, says minister
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — Almost 70 per cent of Malaysians’ monthly income are spent on goods, housing and transport, Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said. Based on a World Bank Group report, the cost of living shouldered by Malaysians was mainly...
Gas Malaysia: Average natural gas selling price to fall for Jan 1-Dec 31, 2020
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — The average natural gas selling price applicable for Gas Malaysia Energy and Services Sdn Bhd from January 1 to December 31, 2020 will be set at RM33.65/MMBtu, lower by 2.91 per cent or RM1.01/MMBtu, compared to the current price for the distribution segment. The selling...
SSM to offer big discounts on compounds
PUTRAJAYA, Dec 9 — The Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) will offer discounts up to 90 per cent for the settlement of compounds imposed on registered corporations from January 1 to April 30, next year. Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the...
Insurance, road tax for Zahid's 20 vehicles paid by Yayasan Akalbudi, court told
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — The High Court today was told that the road tax and insurance for 20 vehicles belonging to former Deputy Prime Minister Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi amounting RM107,509.55 was paid using funds from Yayasan Akalbudi Foundation fund, between January and September 2015. Allianz...
Chong: Sugar supply liberalisation will benefit consumers in the long run
KUCHING, Dec 9 — The liberalisation policy on sugar supply in Sarawak will not result in an immediate effect to the price of the commodity but will definitely benefit consumers in the long term, Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Deputy Minister Chong Chieng Jen said today. He said the policy,...
Global stocks whacked as China export decline highlights trade war damage
LONDON, Dec 9 — Global equity markets were in a sombre mood today after Chinese export data highlighted the economic damage from the 17-month long trade war and re-focused attention on a crucial December 15 tariff deadline. The only big winner of the day was the British pound which surged to...
Barack and Michelle Obama Just Bought a Beachfront Mansion on Martha’s Vineyard
Former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama are two of the latest residents of Martha’s Vineyard, which is located off the coast of
Romanticizing Slave Plantations as Wedding Venues Soon to Be Much Harder as Top Planning Sites Act to Remove Listings
Experiencing a wedding with the Southern backdrop of an Antebellum era-styled plantation could soon become a thing of the past — or at least much more
Japan’s 2nd-Largest Utility Trials Blockchain for Renewable Energy Credits
The second-largest power utility in Japan is extending its trial of a blockchain-powered system for transacting renewable energy credits.
China’s Central Bank to Lead Real-World Pilot of Digital Yuan: Report
A limited debut of China’s long-touted central bank digital currency is set to begin in the city of Shenzhen by the end of 2019, according to a media report.
Cryptocurrency Exchange OKEx to Launch Options Trading This Month
Malta-based cryptocurrency exchange OKEx announced that it will launch crypto options trading on Dec. 27.
Bitcoin Price Fills $7.5K Futures ‘Gap’ as Trader Weighs $8K Potential
Mixed performance over the weekend nonetheless failed to inject volatility into Bitcoin markets, with attention now focusing on preserving support at $7,400.
Bakkt Launches 1st Regulated BTC Options as CEO Enters US Senate
The Intercontinental Exchange’s digital asset platform Bakkt launched the first regulated Bitcoin options and cash-settled futures.
SEA Games 2019: Indonesia President praises Philippines surfer Roger Casugay for act of sportsmanship
On Monday, Indonesia President Joko Widodo showered praises on Filipino surfer Roger Casugay for heroically saving a rival competitor Arip Nurhidayat at the SEA Games 2019, despite knowing that doing so would cost him a much-deserved gold medal.
Reports: Barcelona ready to exchange out-of-favour star for Juventus duo
The latest word around the rumour mill is that La Liga giants Barcelona are ready to offload Ivan Rakitic in exchange for the Juventus duo of Daniele Rugani and Merih Demiral, during the upcoming January transfer window.
Messi will be impossible to replace, says Barcelona president Bartomeu
Josep Maria Bartomeu will offer Lionel Messi a lifetime contract at Barcelona and knows it will be difficult to replace the talisman.
World time trial champion Rohan Dennis signs for INEOS
Rohan Dennis split from Bahrain-Merida under a cloud, but the Australian is looking to a bright future after joining Team INEOS.
Oracle Co. (NYSE:ORCL) Receives $57.42 Average Target Price from Analysts
Oracle Co. (NYSE:ORCL) has earned an average recommendation of “Hold” from the thirty ratings firms that are covering the stock, Marketbeat reports. Five research analysts have rated the stock with a sell recommendation, seventeen have assigned a hold recommendation and eight have assigned a buy recommendation to the company. The average 1-year price target among […]
Aberdeen Asia-Pacific Income Investment (TSE:FAP) Trading 0.3% Higher
Aberdeen Asia-Pacific Income Investment (TSE:FAP)’s stock price traded up 0.3% during trading on Monday . The stock traded as high as C$3.55 and last traded at C$3.55, 35,313 shares were traded during trading. A decline of 36% from the average session volume of 54,849 shares. The stock had previously closed at C$3.54. The stock has […]
Fireangel Safety Technology Group (LON:FA) Sets New 52-Week Low at $9.50
Fireangel Safety Technology Group PLC (LON:FA) shares hit a new 52-week low during trading on Monday . The company traded as low as GBX 9.50 ($0.12) and last traded at GBX 9.50 ($0.12), with a volume of 1807590 shares traded. The stock had previously closed at GBX 12.75 ($0.17). The stock has a market capitalization […]
Insider Selling: Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (NASDAQ:CWCO) Director Sells 10,000 Shares of Stock
Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (NASDAQ:CWCO) Director Raymond Whittaker sold 10,000 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Thursday, December 5th. The stock was sold at an average price of $16.52, for a total transaction of $165,200.00. Following the transaction, the director now owns 16,065 shares in the company, valued at $265,393.80. The transaction […]
ASSA ABLOY AB/S (OTCMKTS:ASAZY) Receives Average Recommendation of “Hold” from Brokerages
ASSA ABLOY AB/S (OTCMKTS:ASAZY) has received an average rating of “Hold” from the seven analysts that are presently covering the stock, MarketBeat reports. One research analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, five have assigned a hold rating and one has issued a buy rating on the company. The average 1 year target […]
BIO-TECHNE Corp (NASDAQ:TECH) Director Sells $435,700.00 in Stock
BIO-TECHNE Corp (NASDAQ:TECH) Director Harold J. Wiens sold 2,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, December 4th. The shares were sold at an average price of $217.85, for a total value of $435,700.00. Following the transaction, the director now owns 7,221 shares in the company, valued at $1,573,094.85. The transaction was […]
Critical Comparison: Standard Chartered (OTCMKTS:SCBFF) & Hanmi Financial (OTCMKTS:HAFC)
Hanmi Financial (NASDAQ:HAFC) and Standard Chartered (OTCMKTS:SCBFF) are both finance companies, but which is the superior investment? We will contrast the two businesses based on the strength of their analyst recommendations, valuation, institutional ownership, dividends, profitability, earnings and risk. Profitability This table compares Hanmi Financial and Standard Chartered’s net margins, return on equity and return […]
Varonis Systems Inc (NASDAQ:VRNS) Given Average Recommendation of “Buy” by Brokerages
Varonis Systems Inc (NASDAQ:VRNS) has been given a consensus recommendation of “Buy” by the seventeen ratings firms that are currently covering the firm, MarketBeat.com reports. Four equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold recommendation and twelve have issued a buy recommendation on the company. The average twelve-month target price among analysts that […]
$0.07 Earnings Per Share Expected for Alamos Gold Inc (NYSE:AGI) This Quarter
Brokerages expect Alamos Gold Inc (NYSE:AGI) (TSE:AGI) to report earnings per share (EPS) of $0.07 for the current fiscal quarter, Zacks reports. Zero analysts have provided estimates for Alamos Gold’s earnings. Alamos Gold posted earnings per share of $0.01 during the same quarter last year, which suggests a positive year over year growth rate of […]
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co (NYSE:BMY) Given Consensus Recommendation of “Buy” by Brokerages
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co (NYSE:BMY) has been given a consensus recommendation of “Buy” by the nineteen research firms that are covering the company, Marketbeat.com reports. One analyst has rated the stock with a sell recommendation, five have issued a hold recommendation and eleven have given a buy recommendation to the company. The average 12-month target price […]
Mkango Resources (LON:MKA) Trading 1.4% Higher
Shares of Mkango Resources Ltd (LON:MKA) traded up 1.4% during trading on Monday . The company traded as high as GBX 7.30 ($0.10) and last traded at GBX 7.25 ($0.10), 332,122 shares were traded during trading. A decline of 29% from the average session volume of 467,759 shares. The stock had previously closed at GBX […]
Atrium Mortgage Investment (TSE:AI) Hits New 1-Year High at $14.39
Atrium Mortgage Investment Corp (TSE:AI)’s stock price hit a new 52-week high during trading on Monday . The stock traded as high as C$14.39 and last traded at C$14.33, with a volume of 30830 shares. The stock had previously closed at C$14.24. AI has been the topic of several recent analyst reports. TD Securities boosted […]
SPDR MFS Systematic Core Equity ETF (NYSEARCA:SYE) Stock Price Up 0%
SPDR MFS Systematic Core Equity ETF (NYSEARCA:SYE) shares rose 0% on Monday . The stock traded as high as $88.11 and last traded at $88.11, approximately 16 shares traded hands during trading. A decline of 100% from the average daily volume of 4,722 shares. The stock had previously closed at $88.09. The firm’s 50 day […]
Analysts Expect Icon Plc (NASDAQ:ICLR) Will Announce Earnings of $1.83 Per Share
Brokerages predict that Icon Plc (NASDAQ:ICLR) will report earnings of $1.83 per share for the current quarter, according to Zacks. Six analysts have made estimates for Icon’s earnings, with the highest EPS estimate coming in at $1.84 and the lowest estimate coming in at $1.81. Icon posted earnings of $1.62 per share during the same […]
Intertek Group (ITRK) – Analysts’ Recent Ratings Updates
A number of research firms have changed their ratings and price targets for Intertek Group (LON: ITRK): 12/9/2019 – Intertek Group had its “buy” rating reaffirmed by analysts at Deutsche Bank AG. 11/27/2019 – Intertek Group had its “neutral” rating reaffirmed by analysts at UBS Group AG. 11/27/2019 – Intertek Group had its price target […]
Brokerages Set Great Portland Estates PLC (LON:GPOR) Price Target at GBX 724.09
Great Portland Estates PLC (LON:GPOR) has been given a consensus recommendation of “Hold” by the fifteen brokerages that are currently covering the firm, Marketbeat Ratings reports. Five equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, six have issued a hold rating and four have issued a buy rating on the company. The […]
Insider Selling: Parex Resources Inc (TSE:PXT) Director Sells 90,000 Shares of Stock
Parex Resources Inc (TSE:PXT) Director Curtis Darrell Bartlett sold 90,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Friday, December 6th. The stock was sold at an average price of C$20.05, for a total transaction of C$1,804,500.00. Following the completion of the sale, the director now owns 10,000 shares of the company’s stock, valued […]
Azimut Exploration (CVE:AZM) Hits New 52-Week High at $0.50
Azimut Exploration Inc. (CVE:AZM) reached a new 52-week high during mid-day trading on Monday . The stock traded as high as C$0.50 and last traded at C$0.50, with a volume of 40200 shares. The stock had previously closed at C$0.46. The company has a market capitalization of $26.11 million and a P/E ratio of -98.00. […]
Zacks: Alamo Group, Inc. (NYSE:ALG) Given Average Recommendation of “Buy” by Analysts
Alamo Group, Inc. (NYSE:ALG) has been assigned an average broker rating score of 2.00 (Buy) from the two brokers that cover the company, Zacks Investment Research reports. One analyst has rated the stock with a hold rating and one has issued a strong buy rating on the company. Brokers have set a 1-year consensus target […]
iPath Series B Bloomberg Cotton Subindex Total Return ETN (NYSEARCA:BAL) Stock Price Down 1%
iPath Series B Bloomberg Cotton Subindex Total Return ETN (NYSEARCA:BAL) was down 1% during mid-day trading on Monday . The company traded as low as $38.71 and last traded at $38.71, approximately 130 shares changed hands during mid-day trading. A decline of 97% from the average daily volume of 4,426 shares. The stock had previously […]
Zacks: CNS Pharmaceuticals Inc (NASDAQ:CNSP) Receives Average Rating of “Strong Buy” from Brokerages
Shares of CNS Pharmaceuticals Inc (NASDAQ:CNSP) have been given an average broker rating score of 1.00 (Strong Buy) from the one brokers that provide coverage for the company, Zacks Investment Research reports. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a strong buy rating. Zacks has also assigned CNS Pharmaceuticals an industry rank of […]
Comstock Metals (CVE:CSL) Sets New 12-Month Low at $0.02
Shares of Comstock Metals Ltd (CVE:CSL) hit a new 52-week low on Monday . The company traded as low as C$0.02 and last traded at C$0.02, with a volume of 100000 shares traded. The stock had previously closed at C$0.02. The firm has a market cap of $1.39 million and a P/E ratio of -0.30. […]
Viper Energy Partners LP (NASDAQ:VNOM) Receives $39.87 Average PT from Brokerages
Shares of Viper Energy Partners LP (NASDAQ:VNOM) have earned an average rating of “Buy” from the nineteen research firms that are covering the firm, Marketbeat.com reports. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a sell recommendation, one has issued a hold recommendation, fifteen have assigned a buy recommendation and one has given a strong […]
Analysts Set Huazhu Group Ltd (NASDAQ:HTHT) Price Target at $35.73
Huazhu Group Ltd (NASDAQ:HTHT) has earned a consensus rating of “Hold” from the eighteen research firms that are currently covering the firm, Marketbeat reports. Four analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, eight have assigned a hold rating and five have given a buy rating to the company. The average 1 year price […]
Things to consider to avoid falling for a car recall scam
If there is a genuine recall, a car manufacturer won’t collect your car themselves, as the liability and risks are too high.
Don’t let unwise December spending result in ‘Januworry’
Legodi cautioned against the services of loan sharks in January
Fox News Host Pete Hegseth Suspended from Twitter for Tweeting Saudi Terrorist's Motivations | Breitbart
Fox News Host Pete Hegseth became the latest journalist to be suspended from Twitter after attempting to draw attention to the tweeted motivations of Mohammed Saeed Alshamrani, the Saudi Arabian national responsible for the Pensacola terror attack.
Study: High-Tech Job Growth Overwhelmingly Benefits Three California Cities | Breitbart
High-tech sector job growth is overwhelmingly benefiting three California cities, plus Seattle and Boston, while the rest of the U.S. has been left behind in the dust, according to a new study.
InfoWars Host Disrupts Impeachment Hearing: ‘America’s Sick of the Treason Committed by the Democrat Party’
InfoWars host Owen Shroyer interrupted the impeachment hearing before the House Judiciary Committee on Monday.
Box Office: ‘Frozen 2’ No. 1 Again with $34.7M; ‘Playmobil’ Flops
“Frozen 2” blanketed multiplexes for the third straight weekend, continuing its reign at No. 1 with $34.7 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday.
Fashion Industry Warns the World to Heed Dire Climate Warnings
The global fashion industry is drawing on its own "social and cultural weight" to lead the world into tackling climate change.
Start Forging Your Own Beskar'gam And More Of The Most Metal Toys Of The Week
Welcome back to Toy Aisle, Gizmodo's regular round up of the best things we’ve seen on the internet this week that aren’t Baby Yoda, because we’ve already blogged those. This week, Hot Toys finds another Spider-Man costume to gorgeously replicate, Lego adds to its line of modular buildings, and at last there’s...
Customers Can Order Apple's Mac Pro And Its Killer Display This Week
Apple’s much-anticipated beast of a machine, the Mac Pro, and its corresponding badass new display, the Pro Display XDR, will be available to order on December 10, per a promo the company emailed to U.S. customers....
Nokia Does Smart TVs Now
While terms like '3310' and 'Snake' come to mind when Nokia is mentioned, that may be about to change. The smart phone company is getting into the smart TV game. Well, it's letting its name be slapped on one at the very least....
All The Nerdy Books We're Reading This Summer
Summer is officially here. For me that means butchering countless mangos with my trash knifeskills and playing Daryl Braithwaite's One Summer on repeat. Summer break is also a time where my fellow colleagues and I like to catch up on some of the books that have been piling up on our shelves and e-readers for...
Samsung Reportedly Has Some Major Camera Upgrades Planned For The Galaxy S11
Almost a year ago, Samsung acquired mobile camera developer Corephotonics, and now, if reports are true, Samsung might finally be ready to add some of the company’s fancy new photography tech on the upcoming Galaxy S11....
TikTok To Pay $2 Million To Settle Lawsuit Alleging It Collected And Exposed Children's Data
TikTok and its parent company ByteDance have agreed to pay $US1.1 ($2) million to settle a proposed class action alleging that the app Musical.ly violated children’s privacy laws by collecting their data and operating the app “in a reckless and unlawful manner for commercial gain.”...
Away Warns Employees Not To 'Like' Or 'Fave' Article Detailing Execs' Psycho Behaviour
If we’ve learned nothing else this year, it’s that behind every breezy inspirational lifestyle brand advertising vast sunny horizons lurks a demon tyrant draining the sweat and blood of Millennial urbanites slaving day and night in the miserable dungeons of Slack....
Unicorn Scooter Company Finds Profit To Be A Mythical Beast
It takes a special kind of audacity for your startup to be successful, and a special kind of audacity to name your startup “Unicorn”. Sadly, the overlapping of those two audacious circles did not spell success for one scooter company....
Leave It To Peter Wherrett To Explain How The 1970s Transformed Cars
After the large V8s and bulky shapes of the 1960s, times got tougher for automakers. The market got more competitive and challenges like safety concerns and fuel shortages drove manufacturers to think harder about what cars should be like. It was a complicated process, but Peter Wherrett is here to coach us through...
I Want That On A T-Shirt
Artists on Twitter say that their work is regularly stolen by armies of bots that generate t-shirts from popular designs—and they’ve got the receipts to prove it....
Apple's Ad-Targeting Crackdown Shakes Up Ad Market
Two years ago, Apple launched an aggressive battle against ads that track users across the web. Today executives in the online publishing and advertising industries say that effort has been stunningly effective -- posing a problem for advertisers looking to reach affluent consumers. The Information ...
Big Hit Entertainment denies 'News Room's claim that BTS sought legal advice regarding profit dispute
BTS is reportedly seeking legal advice against their agency Big Hit Entertainment.According to the December 9 broadcast of JTBC's news program 'News R…
Korean Economy Media reports the outfit worn by BTS’ Jungkook is Sold Out in a flash after Shutterstock's photos of him were released
Jungkook's sold out another outfit! After the release of Shutterstock's pics of Jungkook, his charcoal shirt was found to be sold out at the…
Airtel Launches Non-expiry Data Bundles, 5MB To Sell At Ksh1
Kenya's second-largest telco Airtel has launched non-expiry data, months after its rival Safaricom launched a similar product.In the new plan, 5MB of data will cost Ksh1, and a Ksh2 call rate acro
Jumia Closes Shop In Rwanda Days After Exiting Cameroon, Tanzania
Jumia has closed its shop in Rwanda after six years of operation, days after exiting Tanzanian and Cameroonian market.In a message to its customers the New York-listed e-commerce platform said it
Inside Wazito FC’s Troubled Paradise
Wazito FC was to be the yardstick for measuring sound management and success in club football in Kenya after the club was acquired by businessman Ricardo Badoer through Badoer Investment Limited in Oc
Governor Mike Sonko Charged With Economic Crimes, Prosecution Opposes Bail
Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has been arraigned at the Milimani Law Court after his dramatic arrest on Friday, December, 6 on the charges of over Sh357 million graft case.He was presented before th
Cytonn Ranks KCB As The Most Attractive Bank In Q3 of 2019
Cytonn Investments has ranked KCB Group as the most attractive bank in Kenya, in its Q3 2019 Banking Sector Report.The multi-investment company says that KCB's ranking is as a result of a strong f
Apple Card’s new Monthly Installments feature may be about to launch
According to Apple's description of the feature in the Wallet app, the launch of the monthly installments option in the United States appears imminent.
A Swiss broadband provider offers alternative remote control for your Apple TV
A small Swiss provider has decided to offer its broadband subscribers an alternative Apple TV remote that solves Siri Remote's usability issues and has additional buttons.
The Fed's recent repo crisis was the fault of big banks and hedge funds, new study finds
September's repo-rate spike was driven by big banks and hedge funds, the Bank for International Settlements wrote in a report released Sunday. T...
Virgin Galactic leaps after Morgan Stanley says the company's stock can jump 203% over the next year
Virgin Galactic stock surged as much as 21% on Monday after Morgan Stanley initiated coverage on the company with a buy-equivalent rating The fi...
A cancer-drug developer's stock just surged more than 100% after Merck agreed to a multi-billion-dollar takeover
Cancer-drug developer ArQule skyrocketed as much as 102% in early Monday trading after Merck agreed to acquire the company in a $2.7 billion tak...
Katherine McNamara Shows Off The Details Of Her New Green Arrow Suit
If you watched the first part of Crisis of Infinite Earths last night, you saw that Mia Smoak has a brand new suit and Katherine McNamara is showing it off.
Lele Pons Lets Her Rage Out In 'Vete Pa La' Music Video - Watch Now!
Lele Pons hangs with her support system in the brand new music video for “Vete Pa La”.
Troian Bellisario Shares Epic 'Pretty Little Liars' Reunion Pic - See It Now!
We love a good Pretty Little Liars reunion, and this one was REALLY, really good!
Jenna Ortega Shares Brand New 'You' Promo On Instagram - Meet Her Character, Ellie!
Jenna Ortega scrolls through her phone in this brand new promo for You.
Labour’s plans to nationalise services: Everything you need to know
The party’s manifesto said it would like to take mail, water and train operators, among other things, back under public ownership.
Johnson casts net for votes at fish market
Boris Johnson posed for selfies and watched a fish auction as cod and haddock were sold at Grimsby Fish Market.
Harry Dunn’s family expected to go back to US this week
Spokesman Radd Seiger said the 19-year-old’s parents were going through ‘untold mental anguish’.
McLaren reveals track-focused 620R
High-performance machine is limited to just 350 units
Smell and health worries over chicken farm plan
Opponents of a proposals to build a 120,000-chicken farm in Llangadfan say the area is already struggling to cope with intensive farming practices.
Shropshire Star comment: True cost of so-called bargains
In recent years, trading standards officers across the region have seized millions of pounds worth of fake goods.
In Pictures: Fishy encounter and scenic views as parties launch final voter push
The PM visited a fish market while the SNP battle bus took a trip to the Highlands.
Johnson ‘looking at’ abolishing BBC licence fee
The Prime Minister said whilst his party are currently “not planning to get rid of all TV licence fees”, he is “certainly looking at it”.
A real looker with an executive feel
In a packed field of stylish competitors, to stand out from the crowd takes a bit of doing.
Boris Johnson quizzed by voter on Tories’ use of attack website
The Prime Minister was challenged during a visit to a transport firm in Tyne and Wear.
FG to sign MoU with Russian firm on Ajaokuta
Godwin Isenyo, Kaduna The Federal Government will sign the Memorandum of Understanding with a Russian firm for the resuscitation of the multi-billion naira Ajaokuta Steel Rolling Mill in January...
Nigeria, Iran in fresh talks over El-Zakzaky
Nigerian and Iranian governments are holding fresh talks on the leader of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria, Ibrahim El-Zakzaky. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Seyed Abbas Mousavi, on Sunday,...
Ganduje appoints Sanusi as new Emirate Council chair for two years
Ted Odogwu, Kano Kano State governor, Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, on Monday appointed Emir Mohammed Sanusi, as the pioneer Chairman of the new State Council of Emirs for a period of two years. The...
Foreign capital inflows into telecoms rise by $659.03m
The country’s desire to deepen broadband penetration nationwide is hinged on capital investment into the telecom sector. IFE OGUNFUWA examines how the sector has fared in investment in the past two...
Amazon accuses Trump of 'improper pressure' to influence Pentagon contract decision
Amazon is accusing President Trump of exerting "improper pressure" to influence the Pentagon to award a lucrative cloud-computing contract to Microsoft instead of Amazon, which was a clear
Powercor report advocates for eight-fold increase of ageing wooden pole replacements
Powercor report advocates for eight-fold increase of ageing wooden pole replacements.
Tullow’s shares go down by 50 percent as CEO resigns over poor performance in Ghana
The shares of Tullow Oil Plc on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) dropped by over 50% as its CEO, Paul McDade resigned due to the poor performance in its Ghana operations.
Ghana considering ‘sea bus’ system to fight consistent traffic, here’s how
The Coastal Development Authority in Ghana has said that it is considering a proposal to develop a ‘sea bus’ system to promote transportation between coastal regions.
Windows 10 v1909: Would Microsoft Deliver More Easy-to-Install Updates Like the November 2019 Update?
Windows 10 Version 1909: Would Microsoft Deliver More Easy-to-Install Service Pack-Like Updates Like the November 2019 Update?
Samsung Executives Jailed For Two Years Following $3.9 Billion Fraud Case
Korean tech giant Samsung is in trouble with the law once again as three executives have been sentenced to prison today. Take a look here!
iDreamSky in Talks to Buy Gaming Company Leyou for $1.4 Billion
iDreamSky has entered negotiations for the takeover of Leyou Technologies and has reportedly submitted a $1.4 billion bid.
China Fires Another Salvo as the Trade War Kicks into High Gear – Orders Government Offices to Purge Western Tech
China is planning to purge all public offices of foreign-sourced technology in a policy that has come to light only recently.
Complete Google Cloud Mastery Bundle Is Available For A Massive Discount Offer For A Few Days – Avail Now
The Complete Google Cloud Mastery Bundle will help you start a lucrative career in one of today's most popular platforms. Avail offer now!
Apple Price Target Set At $342 As Analyst Speculates On Apple Glasses In 2020
Cupertino tech giant Apple continues to witness optimism from investors as China's Renaissance Bank sets record price target for stock.
Get Stunning Discount on Smartphones: Featuring OnePlus 7T, Asus ROG Phone 2, More
Get the best discount on smartphones, coming at an extremely low price: list includes the OnePlus 7T, Asus ROG Phone 2 and many more.
Huawei opens its first premium customer service centre in Malaysia
Huawei Malaysia has officially opened its first premium customer service centre in the country. Located at KL Eco City Mall in Kuala Lumpur, the outlet aims to provide quick repair services for all Huawei products. For greater transparency, Huawei says you can view the overall repair process right in front of you.
Facebook’s business strategy for the future: Conversational commerce
Facebook explains how they plan to develop commerce across their family of apps, with a focus on helping businesses grow, scale, and compete.
Two expected Samsung Galaxy S11+ upgrades that would make power users happy
It’s not easy to introduce a new flagship smartphone every year. For 2020, Samsung appears to be going all out with significant upgrades on its upcoming Galaxy S11+. Ahead of its expected launch in Q1 2020, reliable leakster Ice Universe has dropped a couple of juicy details for the upcoming flagship smartphone.
TM elevates OYO Hotels and Homes experience with Unifi
OYO Malaysia and Telekom Malaysia have jointly announced a commercial and marketing arrangement that will benefit local and foreign travellers. With this partnership, OYO Hotels and Homes guests can stay connected in Malaysia with seamless broadband and entertainment experience powered by Unifi.
Join Dorsett's carnival to raise funds for children in need
Dorsett Hospitality International with its group of hotels is hosting the TLC Carnival Day on Dec 14 and 15 at Dorsett Grand Subang, to raise funds for children in need of long-term medication.
Airasia sees non-airline segment as top earner
KUALA LUMPUR: AirAsia Group Bhd (AirAsia) believes the non-airline businesses under its subsidiary RedBeatVentures have the potential to outperform the airline business in the next two to three years.
Chris Cornell’s Widow Is Suing Soundgarden Over Missing Royalty Payments
Vicky Cornell is suing the remaining members of Soundgarden over missing royalty payments.
Microsoft to finally shut down to-do list app Wunderlist on May 6, 2020
Microsoft has for years promised it would eventually shut down to-do list app Wunderlist, which it acquired in 2015, in favor of its own app, To Do — after it felt the latter was able to offer a competitive experience that included Wunderlist’s best features. Today, Microsoft is finally announcing a shut-down date for Wunderlist […]
Airbnb invests as Zeus corporate housing raises $55M at $205M
As Airbnb absorbs more and more of the demand for housing, it’s exploring how to monetize opportunities beyond vacation rentals. A marketplace for longer-term corporate housing could be a huge business, but rather than build that itself, Airbnb is making a strategic investment in one of the market leaders called Zeus Living, which will list […]
Over 750,000 applications for US birth certificate copies exposed online
An online company that allows users to obtain a copy of their birth and death certificates from U.S. state governments has exposed a massive cache of applications — including their personal information. More than 752,000 applications for copies of birth certificates were found on an Amazon Web Services (AWS) storage bucket. (The bucket also had […]
The Louis Vuitton x League of Legends hoodie costs $2,420
Maybe I shouldn’t have spent all that money on digital cosmetics ...
Why Your Budget Needs 'Sinking Funds'
In last week’s post on How to Budget for Unexpected Expenses, I described sinking funds as “one of the best budgeting hacks ever,” which means it’s time for me to tell you how they work....
The Lazy Man's Guide To Losing Fat And Building Muscle
Like most guys of a certain vintage, I have mixed feelings about my body. Staying lean and not surrendering to the siren’s call of the dreaded 'Dadbod' is a key concern. But then so is building and maintaining enough muscle so that I can keep up with the young bucks on the soccer field or in the gym. One of the...
Will Your Online Orders Arrive Before Christmas? Find Out Here
We're barely two weeks from Christmas. Those of us looking to get goods delivered in time to put under the tree will need to act very fast. At this time of year, postal and delivery services are working at capacity which can lead to longer than expected delivery times. With that in mind, here are the delivery and...
Invest In Crypto Stocks Instead Of Actual Cryptocurrency
Just a few short years ago, buying up cryptocurrency was all the rage. In theory, you could spend a little on Bitcoin or one of the other popular cryptocurrencies, and cash out with an astonishing rate of return....
Six Online Deals You Need To Know About In Australia Today
G'day! Here are some cracking online bargains for Lifehacker readers, including: 50% off 4K-friendly HDMI cables, half-price SIM-only plans, 15% off tech at eBay and more!...
Rwanda begins vaccinating against Ebola near DR Congo border
Rwanda has started a voluntary Ebola vaccination programme at its border with the Democratic Republic of Congo in a bid to prevent the spread of the deadly virus from its neighbour.
Cardi B reportedly received N1.8b to perform in Nigeria and Ghana
Reports which has since surfaced on the internet suggests that American rap star, Cardi B was reportedly paid a whooping N1.8 billion to perform both in Lagos, Nigeria and Ghana.
Homeless man who used to sleep in airport now on his way to becoming aircraft engineer
Lawrence, a man whose life was upside down, and without home, has triumphed over all odds to training to become an aircraft engineer.
Omo-Agege, Wase’s aides groan, plan protest as NASS reduces salaries
Some aides to the deputy Senate president, Omo-Agege, and the deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, Ahmed Wase, have accused the National Assembly of refusing to pay their salaries and entitlements.
Jose Mourinho gets in touch with Fellaini for possible switch to Tottenham
Jose Mourinho is considering to make a shock move for move for former Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini in January. The Portuguese gaffer returned to management with Tottenham in October.
Mauricio Pochettino returns home to visit Maradona despite links with United, Arsenal
Mauricio Pochettino paid a courtesy visit to Argentine legend and former international teammate Diego Maradona. The ex-Tottenham manager returned to his country to watch Maradona's side Gimnasia defeat Cordoba at the weekend.
Eddie Cross: It cannot be Business as Usual in 2020
By Eddie Cross If there is one thing our leadership has to understand as we approach Christmas this year, it is that in 2020, we cannot continue to do things the way they have been done in the past decade. We go out of 2019 with so many areas of failure in terms of policy and activity that it is difficult to pick them out and deal with them one by one. So this weekly letter is going to cover my personal wish list for my country in 2020.
China tells government offices to remove all foreign computer equipment
China has ordered that all foreign computer equipment and software be removed from government offices and public institutions within three years, the Financial Times reports.
Apple CEO Tim Cook's pressing the flesh in Japan
Apple CEO Tim Cook is in Japan, and he's taking to Twitter to share his time there as me meets developers and Apple Store teams.
European Parliament members ask Apple to reverse its decision on Crimea
Apple's Crimea problem continues to get attention with 15 members of the European Parliament writing to the company. They want it to reconsider its stance on the country appearing as Russian in Apple Maps.
Swiss TV company rights the wrongs of the Siri Remote
Users of Swiss telco Salt hated the Apple TV's Siri Remote so much that the company went out and designed its own.
It's coming! The new Mac Pro now has FCC approval
The new Mac Pro is finally, really, absolutely, definitely coming after it appeared on the FCC registry. There's no going back now!
size? Adds Heritage Fox Brothers Materials to adidas Originals Campus 80
Featuring three different flannels.
The Air Jordan 11 "Bred" Headlines This Week's Best Footwear Drops
Alongside a YEEZY BOOST 380 "Alien" restock, more Post Malone x Crocs, and plenty of other compelling kicks.
BAPE & GOD SELECTION XXX Join Forces on a Graphic-Heavy Collection
The exclusive capsule releases this weekend.
Grind London Drops Monochromatic Graphic-Heavy "Testing Waters" FW19 Part 2 Collection
Full to the brim with unique repeat prints and graphics.
Bitcoin in wait-and-see mode as downward trend persists
With Bitcoin’s wild price swings subsiding over the past week, investors are now looking ahead to its next potential breakout.
Fed’s repo action for year-end crunch point oversubscribed
The Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s operation to inject cash into the financial system over the end of the year was oversubscribed on Monday, indicating that participants are still hungry for funding to take them into 2020.
Wattpad to open second headquarters in Halifax in early 2020
The storytelling platform said Monday that starting early next year it will have a team based out the 60,000-square-foot Volta innovation hub in the city's downtown core to better integrate with the local tech community.
Costco talk continues Tuesday with Lake Stevens City Council
Last time, there was no vote on the proposed wholesale store. Now the council has another chance.
Cascade grad starring as KOMO 4 News’ weekend sports anchor
Femi Abebefe, 29, is one of the Seattle market’s youngest broadcasters.
Score! 800-pound Ivan is a heckuva Seahawks 12th Man
The 8-foot chain saw chiseled dude with a mohawk and shouting mouth swivels around Arlington.
Airbus stock outperforms Boeing as 737 uncertainty continues
Some expect Airbus’s shares to continue to benefit from the confusion in 2020.
Edmonds-Woodway junior excels in academics and activism
Audrey, 16, is active in theater and started a feminism club. “I’m very vocal, always raising my hand.”
'Thomas Cook crash almost ruined my marriage proposal'
First, the tour firm's failure risked a surprise marriage proposal, now Corryn Banham is trying to get her money back.
Government defends R&D law changes
The Coalition will have a second crack at passing R&D reforms in February, but some companies are warning the proposals are insufficient and out of date.
The best and worst regional housing markets
CoreLogic names the best and worst performing regions in the country.
$251m equity raising a bridge too FAR?
FAR's $US350 million debt raising is in train but it is also seeking to sell a big equity stake.
Paul Volcker, former Federal Reserve chairman, dies at 92
The economic statesman's greatest historical mark: shocking the US economy out of a cycle of inflation and setting the stage for a generation of prosperity.
UBank adopts Basiq's AI-powered tools to help Millennials budget
Open banking will help the NAB subsidiary crunch data to help younger customers save more.
Scott Morrison doesn't know the meaning of productivity
Productivity won't save the economy when wages and demand growth have hit the floor.
Banks to quiz borrowers about Netflix, private school
Lenders should be asking customers to prove they can save money for loans by cancelling their Netflix subscriptions under new responsible lending guidelines.
A bold escape from a negative rate world
The Riksbank will be the first central bank in Europe to exit negative rates, which have fostered political and social discontent without any material economic recovery.
CEOs call for fiscal stimulus
Australia's top business leaders say infrastructure spending, tax cuts and investment breaks should be used to boost sluggish growth.
Caltex indolence invited takeover bid
Dozy oversight of cruising management has all but goaded a bidder out of the woodwork.
Business leaders in their own words on policy
Australian business leaders reveal what they want from government - and the big opportunity Australia missed in the past decade.
You won't need to be techy to work in tech
The top 15 emerging jobs say LinkedIn shows the rise of tech jobs that are open to anyone, as soft skills rise in importance alongside technical ability.
Kenneth Hayne's climate rebuke 'unfair'
Australia's biggest pure-play coal miner believes the High Court judge's criticism of Australian company directors on climate risk was unfair.
French-listed behemoth Elis weighs bid for Spotless Laundries
French behemoth Elis is weighing a bid for Spotless' commercial laundries business.
Satoshi Nakaboto: ‘Ermahgerd, there’s a Bitcoin node in the International Space Station now’
Our robot colleague Satoshi Nakaboto writes about Bitcoin BTC every fucking day.
Dev says MakerDAO attackers could turn $20M in Ethereum into $340M almost instantly
A software developer claims to have found a way in which to make an "incredibly profitable" but "expensive" attack to steal all the Ethereum available in MakerDAO.
CHEAP: Say YES to fun AND fitness this Xmas with $70 off the Fitbit Versa 2 smartwatch
Xmas is a time to indulge and have fun, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't exercise. That's why this great deal on a Fitbit Versa 2 smartwatch will help.
Nvidia lawyer pushes court to dismiss cryptocurrency mining chip lawsuit
Graphics card manufacturer Nvidia is fighting to have a lawsuit dropped that alleges it misled investors over its failed cryptocurrency mining chip.
OnePlus finally ditches its terrible TV remote for a new design
In September, weeks before launching its first TV, OnePlus‘ CEO Pete Lau tweeted the picture of its remote. The design confused the hell out of me. It had volume buttons on the side like a smartphone, and no mute button.
OnePlus might finally introduce a mid-range phone next year
OnePlus has increasingly grown every year with better and more flagship models. But with that growth, prices of their phones have increased too. The company hasn’t released a mid-range phone since launching the OnePlus X in 2015.
How Netflix uses psychology to perfect their customer experience
If there’s a company that’s synonymous with seamless customer experience, it’s Netflix. It has become the defacto entertainment source for many. So much so that 15 percent of the world’s web traffic goes to Netflix. But when your experience is industry-leading, how do you evolve it without disappointing customers? The answer lies in experimentation, built on proven […]
No One Brand Explains Vaping-Related Lung Injuries
As of Dec. 3, 2,291 patients have been hospitalized, with cases in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands due to these particular lung injuries, the CDC reports.
White Castle Frozen Burgers Recalled for Listeria
The White Castle recall is for 6-pack cheeseburgers, 6-pack hamburgers, 6-pack jalapeno cheeseburgers, 16-pack hamburgers, and 16-pack cheeseburgers with best by dates ranging from 04 Aug 2020 to 17 Aug 2020.
Apple Mac Pro can be pre-ordered on 10th December for ~RM24971
Apple announced last month that the new Mac Pro would be coming soon and now we have a date. According to Engadget, the Mac Pro and Pro Display XDR will be available starting 10th December 2019. Prices for both have been confirmed to start from 5999 USD (~RM24971) and 4999 USD (~RM20808).
Apparently women paying for 'virtual boyfriends' exists now, here's how
Do you believe that the presence of a boyfriend in a digital world is enough for some women? For these women, they just need their other half to be comforting and encouraging them through other forms instead of physically being with them. In China, there are women who are paying for sweet and caring messages from a ‘virtual boyfriend’. Let’s find out how!
5 Best Gifts for Mom this Christmas – All You can Get from Amazon
If you’ve found the perfect item to wrap for your dad and siblings but nothing’s for Mom yet, worry no more. We have 5 brilliant gift ideas for you.
Top 5 Chromebook Laptops to Have in 2020
Laptops vary in brand, features, specifications, and price. If you are having a hard time which brand to buy, consider the Chromebook laptops.
Land Rover Defender By Overfinch Is A $315,000 One-Off
Overfinch has been modifying Land Rovers and Range Rovers since 1975, but this is one of the tuner's most u...
Meet The McLaren 620R: The Most Powerful Sports Series Yet
If you thought the McLaren 600LT was the most hardcore Sports Series model, wait until you see the new McLa...
Ford Ranger Sales Are Creeping Up On Chevrolet And Toyota
Ford has rightly fixed a wrong by bringing back its midsize Ranger pickup truck to the North American marke...
Did Ford Make A Mistake Killing America's Focus?
The Ford Focus Active was going to be the last variant of the Focus available on the US market, but the Tru...
Watch Elon Musk Jump A Red Light In Tesla Cybertruck
The Tesla Cybertruck is not expected to enter production until 2021, which is why residents of Los Angeles ...
Chevrolet Camaro Discounts Are Even Better This Month
Despite being a fantastic muscle car, the Chevrolet Camaro still lags behind its chief rival, the Ford Must...
Cheaper And More Expensive Land Rover Defenders Are Coming
When it goes on sale in the US next spring, the 2020 Land Rover Defender will initially only be available i...
Exclusive: PR software firm exposes data on nearly 500k contacts
iPRSoftware exposed data on 477,000 media contacts, including 35,000 user password hashes, to the public internet via an Amazon Web Services repository.
‘Marriage Story’ tops Golden Globe Award nominations with 6
Noah Baumbach’s divorce portrait “Marriage Story” leads the 77th Golden Globes with six nominations including best motion picture, drama.
Bafana star Zungu almost loses his house – report
Bongani Zungu reportedly almost lost his house after he failed to pay the monthly instalment for 12 months.
Can a WhatsApp message lead to a binding contract?
An associate unpacks the legal implication of contracts set up via social outlets and what this means to South African law.
Load shedding escalates to Stage 6 for first time in SA history
Eskom's spokesperson says ongoing rain, the inability to replenish water and diesel resources and units failing to come back online mean load shedding will endure.
FG to sign MoU on Ajaokuta Steel in January 2020 — Minister
The Minister of Mines and Steel Development, Mr Olamilekan Adegbite has said that the Federal Government will sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)...
Minister of Education to partner youths on skill development
Minister of State for Education, Chukwuemeka Nwajuba, said that his office was ready to partner young people with skills in order to encourage innovation.
Businessman tasks Nigerians on fighting corruption
Mr Zubair Idris the Project Manager, Wadata Communications Nigeria Limited, has called for active participation of Nigerians in the fight against...
ICPC discovers projects in Imo without contract agreement
A team of the federal constituency Project tracking in Imo state, led by the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission, ICPC.
A Question of Being and struggle for identity
With the opening of his new body of work at the new Temple Muse, Victoria Island, Lagos, Emeka Udemba has joined the teeming African creative
Group moves to create market window for rice farmers
The Nigeria Farmers Group and Cooperative Society (NFGCS), has moved to create a larger market window for farmers by aggregating rice paddy across
FG recording successes in fight against corruption — TUGAR
The Technical Unit on Governance and Anti-Corruption Reforms, TUGAR, Monday, stated that despite the slow judicial process in Nigeria, the...
Breaking: Nigeria has suffered over 8 air crashes since 2015 — Gbajabiamila
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabimaila has regretted incessant military air crashes in the country, placing the number at 8...
PFN rejects new marriage certificate law by FG
PFN, has kicked against the newly introduced marriage certificate law by FG and chided Ministry of Interior of imposing such anti-Christian law on church.
Xizi elevators and market competition in Nigeria
With the population of Nigeria hitting over180 million and the designation as Africa’s largest economy, the country is seen as the next global investment
We’ll fight corruption with full powers of law – ICPC
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) said it would fight corruption according to the full dictates of the law.
PWD: I lost my leg but I am physically fit — Faris
Faris Ibrahim shares the story of how he lost a leg to mycetoma. He said with the aid of prosthesis, provided by ICRC and NAPO, he is no different than...
Electricity vandals throw nine Anambra communities into darkness
EEDC on Monday said that about nine communities were affected by the power outage resulting from vandalism of Enugwu-Ukwu 33KV line.
Gov. Yahaya approves additional N550m for payment of gratuities to retirees
Gov. Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has approved the release of an additional N550 million for the payment of gratuities to the state retirees
Breaking: Over 100m Nigerians earn less than N700 per day — EFInA
A survey report by EFInA has shown that over 100 million Nigerians earn less than N700 per day which limits them to save, make income or take risks on...
Judge accused of having threesome in her chambers with lawyers
A Female judge has been accused of using her courtroom to have group sex with lawyers. Dawn Gentry,38, from Kentucky, US.
Border Closure: Nigerians now eat fresh, healthy rice — RIFAN
Following the closure of the country's land borders to curtail excesses of smugglers and other illegal activities, the Rice Farmers Association of...
US military aircraft spotted near Russian base in Syria: report
BEIRUT, LEBANON (6:30 P.M.) – A U.S. military aircraft was tracked off the coast of Syria this week, as it reportedly traveled through the eastern Mediterranean region. Citing the Twitter account IntelSKy, Avia.Pro reported that a U.S. P-8 military aircraft was tracked near the Russian Hmeimim Airbase, which is located in the southwestern part of the Latakia Governorate. “The American anti-submarine aircraft Boeing P-8 A Poseidon was spotted a few hours ago near the Russian military bases in Syria. A rather remarkable event took place for the first time in many weeks, which raises questions from experts about the Pentagon’s new interest in Russian military bases,” Avia.Pro said. The reason for the close flight is unknown and the U.S. Armed Forces do not comment about these flights. “The purpose of the flight of the American military aircraft was unknown, however, experts previously noticed an interesting detail – often the appearance of American military aircraft near the Russian military bases in Syria are accompanied…
Khiry Shelton returns to Sporting KC on three-year deal
Forward Khiry Shelton, a contributor to Sporting Kansas City's Western Conference championship in 2018, has returned to the club.
Arsenal Transfer News: Pierre Emrick Aubameyang wants to leave Arsenal
Arsenal Transfer News: Pierre Emrick Aubameyang wants to leave Arsenal as he looks to have a new challenge in his career amid Arsenal crisis.Arsenal’s star striker is rumoured to end his time at Arsenal and wish to grab a new challenge in his career. With lack of progression at the club, the Gabon International views it as the right decision.The Mirror say Aubameyang was in negotiations over a contract extension to his current deal, which expires in 18 months, but he is now ready to quit the club for a new challenge in the summer. Presently, there is no clarity over which club Aubameyang will choose but with Arsenal not winning any Premier League match in last 60 days, there’s a lot of dissatisfactions amid the players.Arsenal’s board recently sacked Unai Emery and replaced him by former player Freddie Ljungberg, which has not benefitted the Gunners till now, since they are yet to win a match ever since Emery left the club. Moreover, with Aubameyang soon entering into the last phase of his career would surely…
Kingdom calls on Japan to increase number of direct flights to Siem Reap, Phnom Penh
Cambodia is requesting Japan to increase the number of direct flights from Japanese cities and provinces to Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, so as to contribute to increasing cooperation and tourist numbers between the two countries.
Israeli fish farmers give peckish migratory pelicans a free lunch
Migratory pelicans have long raided Israeli fish farms, which try to deter them with loudspeakers, laser beams and by firing blank rounds from rifles. In their desperation, they have come up with another way: offering the birds a free lunch.
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Erdogan: Muslim Countries Need to Provide Better Living Conditions
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan called on Muslim countries to provide better living conditions for people by improving economic stability and prosperity. This is possible if everyone follows the Islamic principle of helping the needy, Sabah writes.
China with Drastic Measures: Removes all Foreign Computer Technology
China has ordered all foreign computer equipment and software to be removed from government departments and public institutions within three years, the Financial Times reported. The government directive will deal a blow to American technology companies companies such as HP, Dell and Microsoft and will try to mirror Washington's attempts to restrict the use of Chinese technology as the war between the nations turns into a technological cold war.
Cash doubt over £13m Arbroath dual-carriageway scheme
A divide over Arbroath active travel proposals to transform the town-splitting A92 dual carriageway has seen a bid to halt the multi-million pound scheme blocked.
Western Gateway residents fear developer holding up Swallow roundabout upgrade
Fed-up residents living in the Western Gateway are demanding a leading property developer fulfills its pledge to upgrade the Swallow Roundabout.
Mearns woman offers own wedding dress to brides affected by Perthshire bridal store collapse
A newly-married Mearns woman has offered her wedding dress to brides left without gowns after a Perthshire wedding dress firm collapsed last month.
SPONSORED: Unprecedented reduction in member commission rates at ANM
Aberdeen & Northern Marts (ANM) has announced a transformational change to livestock commission rates bringing significant reductions for customers who are shareholders in its co-operative business.
Perthshire villagers rally round to save Christmas lights after vandals wreck them
The spirit of Christmas is alive and well in Kennoway despite vandals wrecking the village's festive lights.
Tayside businessman accuses Mongol Rally team-mate over missing charity money
A global adventure in a good cause has ended up in a court battle over allegations of missing charity money.
£13m Arbroath active travel plan hits bump in the road over cash question
A divide over Arbroath active travel proposals to transform the town-splitting A92 dual carriageway has seen a bid to halt the multi-million pound scheme blocked.
Maruti Suzuki Baleno, Ciaz, Ignis, S-Cross: Offers up to Rs 1.13 lakh in December 2019
Maruti Suzuki India is offering benefits up to Rs 1.13 lakh on Baleno, Ciaz, Ignis and S-Cross.
National Bid from Ethio Telecom
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Canon’s got big plans for 2020. According to the most recent reports, the company will release not one but two new full-frame mirrorless cameras in the first half of next year: the ultra-high-resolution Canon EOS Rs we reported on last week, and the EOS R Mark II.
Stephen Strasburg agrees to seven-year, $245M contract with Nationals
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Shopping local is part of a vibrant community
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Wealth of Canadians divided along racial lines, says report on income inequality
One interesting finding was that racialized men have a higher employment rate than non-racialized men
Lawyer competence includes knowledge of Indigenous-Crown history: B.C. law society
All practising lawyers in B.C. will be required to take a six-hour online course covering these areas
Fashion Police: What Miss Universe 2019 wore on her crowning night
South Africa’s newly crowned Miss Universe Zozibini Tunzi’s conviction, grace and enchanting beauty is one of a kind ... and the universe is in agreement too.
Ecto-1 is the barn find of a lifetime in 'Ghostbusters: Afterlife'
Following the women-led "Ghostbusters" reboot in 2016, a completely new chapter in the franchise will be born in 2020. "Ghostbusters: Afterlife" will featur
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Tighter government climate regulations by 2025 could wipe up to $2.3 trillion off the value of companies in industries ranging from fossil fuel producers to agriculture and car makers, an investor group warned in a report. Rules aimed at lowering carbon emissions are expected to accelerate in the coming years as countries scramble to meet obligations under the 2015 Paris climate agreement limiting global warming. "As the realities of climate change catch up, social pressure mounts, and low car
Driving a Jeep Cherokee to Rocky Mountain National Park | Behind the Wheel S01 // E06
In this episode of Behind the Wheel, Senior Producer Christopher McGraw drives the 2019 Jeep Cherokee to Rocky Mountain National Park.
Volkswagen charged with violating vehicle emission standards in Canada
Volkswagen was charged with 60 counts of breaching the Canadian Environmental Protection Act by importing vehicles that did not conform to prescribed emission standards, Environment and Climate Change Canada said. The company did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.In 2015, the agency launched an investigation into the importing of certain vehicle models allegedly equipped with a prohibited "defeat device".
Land Rover reportedly lining up a $33,000 small SUV
A new report suggests that Land Rover could be lining up a $33,000 small SUV based on the new Defender to slot underneath the Discovery Sport. Also planned is a high-end battery-electric Defender Sport.
2020 Lincoln Aviator Grand Touring plug-in hybrid range, fuel economy revealed
2020 Lincoln Aviator Grand Touring plug-in hybrid luxury three-row crossover fuel economy revealed. It has a solid electric range, but average fuel economy
The McLaren 620R is revealed as a road-legal 570S GT4 race car
The McLaren 620R was just revealed by McLaren, and it's essentially a 570S GT4 racecar that's been made road legal. Lucky for us, you can buy it and drive it in America.
Best Headphone Deals for Christmas 2019
We round up the best deals on headphones, earphones and earbuds, as well as offering advice on fit, audio quality and price.
€6.8m Lotto win 'the talk of the village' as winner gets in contact with National Lottery
Excitement has reached fever pitch today in a Kilkenny village today after news that a shop there sold the winning ticket for Saturday night’s €6,834,410 Lotto jackpot.
Stolen defibrillator found in Louth; One still missing in Wicklow
A potentially life-saving defibrillator, that was stolen from outside a shop in Co Louth, has been found.
More than 150 jobs lost as Rondo Food closes Arklow plant
More than 150 jobs are to go in Co. Wicklow with the closure of a dog food manufacturer.
Family fun at Jona Vaughan
The residents receive 24 hours holistic care in a safe and secure environment.
Banks could face forced legacy systems cull
RBA floats closure of direct debits for real-time automation.
Labour group accuses Google of illegally firing workers to stifle unionism
Communications Workers of America union files federal labour charge.
Dan Murphy's looks to Netflix, Spotify for algorithm advice
Launches new Discovery Engine.
Global financial watchdogs take aim at Big Tech's data dominance
Could be forced to share data on financial services customers with banks.
Trade war goes digital: countries eye tariffs on Internet economy
Potentially forcing people to pay duties on software and movie downloads.
USD/CAD price analysis: Greenback trades sideways against Canadian dollar, near 1.3250 level
The loonie on the daily chart is consolidating last Friday’s surge. This Monday, the spot is trading quietly between the 100 and 200-day simple moving averages
EUR/USD price analysis: Euro erases most of the intraday gains, challenges the 1.1059 support
The common currency, on the daily chart, is trading below its 200-day simple moving average (DMA).
USD/CAD falls toward 1.3220 as WTI rebounds to $59
After spending the majority of the day moving sideways near 1.3250, the USD/CAD pair lost its traction during the American trading hours and slumped t
AUD/USD struggles to recover despite modest USD weakness, trades around 0.6820
The AUD/USD pair snapped its four-week losing streak last week but seems to be having a tough time pushing higher on Monday. After moving sideways bel
Gold clings to modest gains above $1460 level, lacks follow-through
Gold edged higher on the first day of a new trading week and recovered a part of Friday's post-NFP slide to multi-day lows. The latest US monthly jobs
AUD/USD price analysis: Australian dollar stuck near daily highs, challenging 0.6836 resistance
After the initial bullish breakout at the start of December, AUD/USD is remaining in range near the 200-day simple moving average (DMA).
FOMC to leave the target range unchanged – NBF
According to analysts at National Bank Financial, the highlight of the week will be the central bank’s monetary policy meeting in the US. Key Quotes “
NZD momentum finally reflected in positioning – ING
As per the CFTC data for the week between 27 Nov-3 Dec, the New Zealand dollar net speculative positions dropped by 13% of open interest, and is now a
USD/JPY drops to fresh five-day lows below 108.50
After losing its momentum ahead of the 110 handle at the start of the previous week, the USD/JPY pair reversed its course and closed with a weekly los
AUD/USD slides to 0.6820 horizontal support
The AUD/USD pair refreshed daily lows during the early European session on Monday and is currently placed near the 0.6820 horizontal support. The pair
Fed unlikely to move policy this week – Deutsche Bank
Deutsche Bank analysts suggest that the US Fed is not expected to move policy by anyone this week and is likely to maintain status quo. Key Quotes “Th
USD/JPY Technical Analysis: Turns vulnerable below 50-DMA, ascending trend-line confluence support
The USD/JPY pair extended last week's pullback from six-month tops and remained depressed for the third consecutive session on Monday, also marking it
USD/CAD Technical Analysis: Bulls gearing up for a move towards reclaiming 1.3300 handle
The USD/CAD pair extended its sideways consolidative price action through the mid-European session on Monday and remains confined in a narrow trading
GBP/USD price analysis: Cable hanging near seven-month highs below 1.3180 key resistance
The market is hanging near seven-month highs, flirting with levels last seen in early May 2019. In the New York session, the market is trading flat just above
ECB to leave the interest rates unchanged this week – Deutsche Bank
Deutsche Bank analysts suggest that the market is expecting no changes in interest rates from the ECB this week but the meeting will be closely watche
EUR/USD keeps highs as Eurozone Dec Sentix Investor Confidence beats estimates with +0.7
Investor confidence in the Eurozone improved sharply in December amid looming US-China trade tensions and German recession, the latest data published
Gold price analysis: XAU/USD under pressure near four-month lows, trades below $1465/oz
Gold remains under bearish pressure near four-month lows below the 1465 resistance and the 50/100 SMAs.
BoC to cut rates just once in 2020 – TDS
Analysts at TD Securities have changed their call and are now looking for the Bank of Canada to cut rates just once in April 2020. Key Quotes “While t
Gold Technical Analysis: The set-up seems tilted in favour of bearish traders
Gold regains some positive traction amid persistent trade uncertainty. The upside is likely to remain capped ahead of the FOMC policy update. Gold rem
EUR/USD Technical Analysis: Flirting with daily tops, around 1.1075 region
The EUR/USD pair built on its intraday positive move and is currently placed near the top end of its daily trading range, around the 1.1075 region. Th
Canada: Building Permits declined by 1.5% in October vs. +2.9% expected
The total value of Building Permits issued by Canadian municipalities declined by 1.5% to $8.3 billion on a monthly basis in October and fell short of
Wall Street starts new week on back foot
Wall Street's main indexes started the first day of the week in with modest losses as investors refrain from making large bets while waiting for fresh
USD/JPY: Bears losing their grip as market attempts to bottom
USD/JPY is trading on the bid in the US session following a rise from 108.42 the low to a high of 108.66. The US dollar is holding up despite a strong
USD/CAD consolidates in a range, around mid-1.3200s
The USD/CAD pair extended its sideways consolidative price action through the early European session on Monday and remained confined in a narrow tradi
USD/CHF starts new week quiet around 0.9900
Despite a 30-pip rebound fueled by the broad-based USD strength on Friday, the USD/CHF pair erased 100 pips for the week and is now staying flat on th
NZD/USD consolidates last week's gains, trades above mid-0.65s
The NZD/USD pair registered one of its largest weekly percentage gains last week as it added more than 140 pips to close at 0.6563. However, with inve
WTI drops 1% towards $ 58.50 amid trade tensions, weak China exports
WTI (oil futures on NYMEX) is down over $1 from three-month highs of 59.85 reached last Friday after the OPEC and its allies (OPEC+) agreed to deepen
WTI continues to erase OPEC-inspired gains, inches closer to $58
Crude oil prices gained traction on Friday after the OPEC and its allies (OPEC+) announced decision to deepen supply curbs by 500,000 barrels per day
US Agriculture Sec. Perdue: Do not believe tariffs will be implemented on December 15th
United States Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue crossed the wires in the last minutes saying that he does not believe the tariff hike will go into ef
Brahmaputra and Barak Valley are the only CAB included area of Northeast: Amit Shah
various organizations in Assam and Northeast, the Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday while initiating a debate on the Citizenship Amendment Bill
Amazon says Trump’s ‘improper pressure’ doomed Pentagon bid
Amazon says President Donald Trump’s “improper pressure” and behind-the-scenes attacks harmed its chances of winning a $10 billion Pentagon contract. The Pentagon awarded the cloud...
Florida mother, father and teenage son all battling cancer at the same time
(CNN) — It’s difficult enough to have one loved one experience cancer, but three at one time? Unimaginable. But that’s reality for the Desclefs family....
NFL star Khalil Mack pays off 300 holiday layaway accounts at a Walmart in his hometown
(CNN) — Chicago Bears star linebacker Khalil Mack is spreading Christmas joy by paying off all the holiday layaway accounts at a Walmart in Florida. The store...
Walmart apologizes for Christmas sweater depicting Santa with cocaine
(CNN) — Walmart is saying sorry for making available a Christmas sweater with an apparent drug reference. The sweater featured an image of Santa Claus behind...
European companies minimise risks from US-China trade war
European companies in China have been able to minimise the effect from the tariff war between Beijing and Washington, although some are considering relocating their businesses, the EU Chamber of Commerce said Monday.
Once propped up by Qatari high-rollers, Saudi city prays for truce
Jackhammers and cranes gather dust at half-built Qatari-funded hotel sites in a Saudi city hit hard by an abrupt diplomatic rupture, but signs of thawing cross-border ties are reviving economic hopes.
Amazon is diving ever deeper into healthcare
Amazon is showing an increased interest in healthcare and health-related technology. The latest news is with Amazon announcing it has launched a speech recognition tool for doctors.
World's 'largest collection' of rare whiskies on sale
Lovers of very expensive whisky will get the chance to bid on nearly 4,000 rare bottles acquired by a late US soft drink bottling company executive.
Take your cereal on the road with this innovative combo cup
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Chipotle CEO: If employees call in sick, a nurse might make sure they're not faking it
According to Chipotle Mexican Grill CEO Brian Niccol, when their restaurant workers call in sick, they might have to talk to a nurse to make sure they’re not fibbing. “We have nurses on…
In any other industry, emergency medical billing would be considered fraudulent
Last summer, MD/journalist Elisabeth Rosenthal’s husband had a bike accident and was seriously injured and taken by ambulance to an emergency room.
A gin company already made a sequel to that dystopian Peloton ad
Looks like “Grace from Boston” has fallen on some hard times. It’s not clear if she’s pounding back that smooth Aviation gin during her year-long exercise binge, or after sh…
AMD and Intel Could Be Screwed By New Chinese Mandate Forbidding Foreign Technology
Following the U.S. ban that prohibited domestic companies from supplying equipment to Huawei back in May, the technological Cold War between the U.S. and China just got a bit more intense now that Beijing has ordered all Chinese government and public-facing offices to replace any equipment featuring foreign components.
Here’s how TransLink says you can prepare for the SkyTrain shutdown tomorrow
TransLink is preparing customers after CUPE 7000, the union representing 900 SkyTrain workers, announced that it would forward with withdrawal of services.
This epic food tour features Vancouver’s best coffee, brunch, donuts and BEER
Dine Out Vancouver Festival, the annual 17-day food and drink extravaganza, takes place from January 17 through February 2 across Metro Vancouver.
Pampering with purpose: How a small B.C. business is helping arctic animals
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Fly round-trip Abbotsford to Las Vegas with 4 nights in a hotel for only $178 CAD
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5 things you need to know about the planned SkyTrain shutdown
Here's what you need to know right now about the planned SkyTrain strike scheduled to begin early Tuesday morning.
There won’t be increased bus service during the SkyTrain shutdown tomorrow
Coast Mountain Bus Company has announced that it will not be increasing bus service in response to the planned SkyTrain strike by CUPE 7000.
Jim Jordan: House Democratic staff not 'accountable to the people'
Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan said House Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam Schiff should be testifying before the House Judiciary Committee instead of lawyers for the two parties arguing over whether or not to impeach President Trump.
WATCH LIVE: House Judiciary Committee holds public impeachment hearing
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Petrol price hits Rs 75 per litre mark, diesel crosses Rs 66
The increase pushed price of petrol to Rs 75 per litre in the national capital and that of diesel to Rs 66.04 per litre.
What Charlton Athletic have said about the future of striker linked with Bristol City and Nottingham Forest
He is out of contract in the summer
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Lyle Taylor is reportedly out of contract at the end of the season although his club are hoping to tie him down to a new deal
Pot Noodles urgently recalled by Food Standards Agency alongside Asda and Tesco supermarket products
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Popular country pub The Battleaxes given a zero food hygiene rating
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FMBN has low capital base – MD
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Stay ahead of your competitors with these tips
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CBN: Unconventional monetary policies needed to grow and diversify the economy
The CBN has disclosed that the need to grow and diversify the country’s economy led to the adoption of its unconventional monetary policy.
Over 100 million Nigerians earn less N700 daily – UK’s EFInA
The United Kingdom’s Enhancing Financial Innovation and Access (EFInA) has disclosed that over 100 million Nigerians earn less than N700 per day.
PMI: Nigeria’s manufacturing sector gains momentum in November
Nigeria’s manufacturing sector has continued to gain momentum as it rallied to build on the growth recorded in the third quarter of 2019.
Prestige Assurance appoints new Managing Director
Prestige Assurance Plc has appointed Sarberswar Sahoo as its new Managing Director following the expiration of Dr Balla Swamy’s tenure.
Analysis: FCMB is running out of time
Despite some of the transformations currently being recorded in the bank, success and consistency seem to be eluding it.
How importation is killing SMEs – FG
FG has decried the rate at which metal products are imported into the country, saying it is killing Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMEs).
Scottish aristocrat and estranged wife disagree where to fight for sizeable estate
An aristocrat and his estranged wife who disagree over where they should stage a fight over money have begun the latest round of an Anglo-Scottish legal battle which has spanned more than four years.
Boris Johnson pledges to 'look at' abolishing BBC licence fee
Boris Johnson has said he is "looking at" abolishing the BBC licence fee.
Scottish football news LIVE: Celtic winning goal 'proven' to be offside, Alan Brazil brands Rangers star a 'cheat', latest Betfred Cup Final reaction
The Old Firm met in a bruising encounter on Sunday, with Rangers furious that Celtic's goal wasn't ruled out for offside.
Record outcome for Edinburgh legal firm Anderson Strathern
Mid-tier legal firm Anderson Strathern has booked record full-year results as it continues to secure high-profile work.
Scottish football news LIVE: Celtic player 'being monitored by a string of English clubs', Alan Brazil brands Rangers star a 'cheat', latest Betfred Cup Final reaction
The Old Firm met in a bruising encounter on Sunday, with Rangers furious that Celtic's goal wasn't ruled out for offside.
Record Black Friday for Livingston Designer Outlet as sales hit highest levels in 19-year history
A West Lothian shopping centre has cheered a record-breaking Black Friday weekend following a multi-million-pound refurbishment and re-brand.
Faith Guitars launches its first ever nylon model, The Lyra
A guitar designed for classical newcomers with a slimmer neck but a solid wood build all players should appreciate
Building Mental Resilience While Building a Business
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INS: 1pct growth in average gross nominal earnings in October
The average gross nominal earnings increased in October compared to September by 1 per cent, up to 5,090 lei, while the average net nominal...
European Funds Ministry, WB discuss linking entrepreneurship to education system, through EU-funded vouchers
The representatives of the Ministry of European Funds (MFE) and those of the World Bank are discussing the possibility of implementing...
Provable Things launch pTokens
pTokens, the world’s first token to enable decentralized finance interoperability between any…
China's Massive Microsoft Gut-Punch Won't Hurt MSFT Bull Run
Government agencies in China have to replace foreign software and equipment. That means, no more Microsoft for public offices by 2022.
Used electric vehicle batteries charge up the grid
Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have developed an innovative control system for repurposed electric vehicle battery packs to store electricity for home use and are scaling up the technology ...
It may not be HQ2 but AOC declares victory and trolls Amazon over New York expansion
Can we call it HQ1/2?
Perovskite solar cell method to make solar energy more affordable
If someone asked you to wager a guess on when solar energy first came of age, and you said the seventies, you'd be correct—but only if you meant the 1870s.
Research draws on Formula 1 technology for the construction of skyscrapers
City, University London draws on Formula 1 technology for the construction of "needle-like" skyscrapers.
There’s No Scare In NSO’s Consumption Data; It’s All About Falling Costs Of Food And Health Services
Falling costs of food and healthcare seem to have contributed to the fall in rural household expenditure.
Retail Major Walmart To Help MSMEs In India In Enhancing Capacity, Supply Chain; Launches Support Initiative
Under the initiative, the company aims to train around 50,000 micro, MSME in next five years, across 25 institutes.
‘Halal Spread Due To Our Mental Slavery, It Will Result In Our Financial Slavery’: Swarajya Interviews Jhatka Certification Authority Chief
The only way jhatka outlets will survive is if there is enough demand in the market.
Clash Over Titan: Ad For New Watch Collection That Celebrates Tamil Culture Runs Into ‘Dravidian’ Trouble
For sometime on Saturday, the hashtag #boycottitanwatches trended on Twitter, forcing Titan to withdraw the ad.
Shiv Sena Monkey Balances On Citizenship Amendment Bill: Announces Support But Says Give No Voting Rights
A move that may embarrass the NCP-Congress-Shiv Sena alliance in Maharashtra, the Sena have decided to back the contentious Citizenship Amendment Bill (CAB), which the Congress brands as "unconstitutional".
Centre Proposes Rs 33 Crore Grant For Project NETRA To Secure Its Satellites And Other Assets In Space
India must have the same capability as the US and Russia to assess threats from space debris and other hazards
Marginal Rejig In GST Structure Can Be Combined With Income Tax Cuts
The right thing to do is to accept a slightly higher rate of fiscal deficit in the short run.
Render shows OnePlus tackling the midrange market with OnePlus 8 Lite
A midrange device from the king of value smartphones? Yes, please.
Verizon reportedly blocks archivists from Yahoo Groups days before deletion [update]
All content on Yahoo Groups since its 2001 launch is disappearing Saturday.
Mixed views over political party registration
© THE recent feud between MDC Alliance and Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (Zec) over a new political outfit, MDC Zimbabwe exposes the absence of a legislation regulating local political parties.
Why health care premiums are higher in rural places
Why do rural patients pay higher health care premiums? New research finds it's not primarily an issue of having too few doctors.
How history and status shape what you eat
A new book on the history of food contains provocative arguments about authenticity and status, big agriculture, and what's "healthy."
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These are the watches worn by some of the most powerful businessmen and CEOs in the world, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - A luxury timepiece is an essential accessory for a CEO. Here is a list of watches worn by some of the world's most powerful executives.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Bad news for Trump — 60% of Americans say the surging stock market doesn't affect them, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Only 40% of respondents in the Financial Times poll said that the stock market had gone up this year. The S&P 500 has soared about 26% in 2019.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Chase Offers can get you cash back at Blue Apron, New Balance and more just for having a card — here are some of the best deals available now, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Chase Offers are cash-back deals at restaurants and retailers for Chase cardholders. Here are some of the best ones available right now.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
30 beauty gifts under $25 — including Le Labo lip balms, customizable Glossier sets, Givenchy makeup sponges, and more, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - There are tons of cheap beauty gifts that won't disappoint, like Le Labo lip balms and Givenchy makeup sponges. Here are 30 beauty gifts under $25.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
The Fed's liquidity problem hasn't yet gone away — and an abrupt shock may be looming in 2020, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Even with hundreds of billions of dollars in new liquidity created out of thin air, it's too soon for the Fed to signal a clear coast for repo markets.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Lazada’s millennial-friendly credit card is finally in Singapore - and it's offering a year's free shipping, plus tons of points, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - It includes free shipping on RedMart and Lazada for a year.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
The 9 best airline credit cards for earning miles to book free flights, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The best airline credit cards from American Airlines, Delta and more, plus more versatile options including the Chase Sapphire Preferred.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
While you were still using Airbnb to spend a weekend in a stranger's home, the company was quietly expanding into boutique hotels and entire Airbnb-branded buildings, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - From building branded hotel-condo towers to buying hotel room booking app HotelTonight, Airbnb has quietly been moving deeper into the hotel industry.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Amazon is opening an office in NYC's Hudson Yards. Here's a look inside the $25 billion development that that was financed with money meant for 'distressed' urban areas., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Hudson Yards, the $25 billion NYC neighborhood that will be home to a new Amazon office, was financed with money meant for "distressed urban areas.". Read more at businessinsider.sg
A British oil stock tanked 60% after the shock resignation of the CEO and head of exploration, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Tullow Oil plunged after the CEO and the exploration director suddenly quit. The company also halted its dividend and reduced its production guidance.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
A truckload giant just filed for bankruptcy, and it leaves nearly 3,000 truck drivers jobless, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Celadon declared bankruptcy on Dec. 9, and that collapse is worrying truck drivers that they may be stranded.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
I've been sleeping on these $20 AmazonBasics sheets that have more than 20,000 online reviews — here's how they feel, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - It's hard to come by a better bedding deal than this $20 sheet set. It's perfect for kids' bedrooms, dorms and college apartments, and guest rooms.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Monopolies don't just threaten the future of America — they change how we watch TV, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - "If you want a vision of the future of show business, imagine Mickey Mouse's giant yellow shoe stamping on a human face — forever.". Read more at businessinsider.sg
Boeing is promising 3 fixes to the faulty autopilot behind the 737 Max crashes to let pilots stop it forcing the plane into an unstoppable nose-dive, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The faulty MCAS software, which was designed to push the plane's nose down to stabilize the jet, was a key factor in both 737 Max crashes.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
10 things you need to know before the opening bell, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - This is what traders are talking about.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
A cancer-drug developer's stock just surged more than 100% after Merck agreed to a multi-billion-dollar takeover, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Merck offered $20 per share in the all-cash bid, more than double ArQule's Friday closing price. The deal is expected to close in early 2020.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
The best pre-lit artificial Christmas trees, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Pre-lit artificial Christmas trees come in a variety of sizes, colors, and themes. These are the best high-quality pre-lit artificial trees online.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
I sit on the Purple seat cushion while I work — it helps improve my posture and makes sitting much more comfortable, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - My Purple seat cushion has made sitting through the workday a much more pleasant exercise, and thanks to its effect on my posture, it's also improved my time spent standing up.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
17 habits of self-made millionaires who retired early, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Early retirees tend to share the same habits when it comes to growing wealth, living their ideal lifestyle, and having a positive frame of mind.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Goldman Sachs sees gold soaring 9% in 2020 as Trump's trade-war and recession fears grip investors, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The investment bank pointed to a host of reasons, even Modern Monetary Theory, as factors in its forecast.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Months after hype, Mahathir says Malaysia shouldn't have called its big drone a 'flying car', Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - "The mistake was in calling it a flying car. It is actually a big drone.". Read more at businessinsider.sg
Amazon is opening a new office in New York City. Here are 11 mind-blowing facts that show just how wealthy CEO Jeff Bezos really is., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Worth an estimated $109 billion, Bezos is so rich that an average American spending $1 is comparable to the Amazon CEO spending $1.2 million.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
I didn’t believe the hype around the Philips air fryer until I tried it myself — here’s why I’m a convert, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The Philips air fryer can make a number of delicious dishes without heating your house. Its spacious interior can hold up to 3 pounds or 4 quarts of food.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
The cofounder of Tinder sold his Hollywood Hills mansion at a $2 million price cut in November — here's a look inside, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The property boasts 5,589 square feet of living space and includes a main house, a guest house, a pool, and an outdoor patio.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Greta Thunberg, Megan Rapinoe, and Rudy Giuliani made Time magazine's Person of the Year shortlist for 2019, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Time magazine's 2019 Person of the Year will be announced Wednesday on the "Today" show. Last year's winner were a group of journalists.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
McDonald's black franchisees are fighting to earn as much as their white counterparts, as dozens leave the company they once considered family, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Over the past decade, black franchisees have seen the disparities between them and the rest of McDonald's franchisees grow.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Amazon says Trump's obsession with screwing over Jeff Bezos is reason company lost $10 billion Pentagon contract, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Amazon recently lost out to Microsoft on a $10 billion contract, called JEDI, to help the Department of Defense move its sensitive data to the cloud.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
College Football Playoff can learn a key lesson from the NFL's superior postseason model
The College Football Playoff caught a break this year, but the biggest problem with the four-team model persists. Here is what the CFP can take from the NFL.
Industry Insider: LX Music Founder Tiago Nabais
Learn about throwing a festival in the winter, the magic of Lisbon and how to best become a promoter.
'Great player' - Nottingham Forest fans issue transfer statement after Jack Colback development
Nottingham Forest transfer news | Jack Colback's Newcastle future looks decidedly bleak as the winter transfer window edges closer, and Reds fans have been having their say
Who is Lyle Taylor? Lowdown on Charlton striker linked with Nottingham Forest
Nottingham Forest transfer news | The Reds are reportedly interested in signing the prolific forward as the January transfer window approaches
Nottingham charity given green light to move from 'decrepit' home after 60 years
Nottingham Mencap has been in consultation to move into the Edwards Lane Community Centre
Promising Nottingham Forest youngster attracting 'concrete interest' ahead of January transfer window
Midfielder Jake Taylor is on loan at League Two Port Vale but that deal is set to run out next month
How to create a slap-up family Christmas dinner for less than £50
It includes Bucks Fizz and Christmas cake
The Runaway Train of Cognitive Enhancement
How far can we “improve” our mind before we lose our sense of identity and authenticity?
Renaissance Services restructures its share capital
The Board of Directors of Renaissance Services invited all shareholders to attend an Extraordinary General Meeting
Oman vs Dubai: How does the cost of living compare?
Oman and Dubai may offer very different experiences
New entry fees for visitors to Oman’s Damaniyat Islands
If you’re planning to visit Damaniyat Islands in Oman, you need to pay an entrance fee.
SalamAir announces direct flight to Thailand
New route will operate three times a week
#OnionPrices: Funny Bollywood Memes On Hiked Onion Prices That Will Literally Leave You In ‘Tears’
#OnionPrices: Bollywood is an absolutely amazing source for memes and people never miss the opportunity to make the best of it. Stars like Alia Bhatt, Ananya Panday, Anushka Sharma, Ranveer Singh have
Dia Mirza Gets Candid About Managing Her Life Post Separation From Husband Sahil Sangha
It came as a great shocker earlier this year when Dia Mirza called her relation off with her husband Sahil Sangha. She expressed her views on social media and didn't forget to mention that the decisio
Amazon Prime Video announces launch of original series ‘Hostel Daze’
Amazon Prime Video today announced the launch of its latest Amazon original series ‘Hostel Daze’, created by The Viral Fever (TVF). Marking the first association with Indian youth’s much loved content provider, TVF, the five-part comedy-drama brings to life the adventures of four hostel wing-mates, Ankit, Chirag, Jaat and Jhaatu as they embark on an […]
M2 Is Bringing Toaplan's Back Catalogue To Modern Consoles
Arcade lovers, rejoice!
ISS recommends shareholders vote against Baker-led offer for HBC
TORONTO — An influential proxy advisory service is recommending shareholders vote against a takeover offer for Hudson's Bay Co. by a group led by the retailer's executive chairman.
Storytelling platform Wattpad to open office in Halifax in the new year
TORONTO — Storytelling platform Wattpad says it will open what it calls a second headquarters in Halifax to tap into the city's talent pool as the company grows.
Ex-Fed Chair Volcker dies, tamed inflation with recession
Paul Volcker, who as Federal Reserve chairman in the early 1980s elevated interest rates to historic highs and triggered a recession as the price of quashing double-digit inflation, has died, according to his office. He was 92.
Lawyer competence includes knowledge of Indigenous-Crown history: B.C. law society
VANCOUVER — The Law Society of British Columbia has moved to require Indigenous cultural competency training for all practising lawyers in the province, in response to gaps in legal education that the Truth and Reconciliation Commission identified.
Canopy Growth names veteran Constellation executive David Klein as new CEO
SMITH FALLS, Ont. — Canopy Growth Corp. has named a veteran Constellation Brands executive as its new chief executive.
IIT-Madras placements: 184 firms offer 831 jobs
The top recruiters during 2019-20 include Micron Technology India Operations with 31 offers ; Intel (20); Microsoft India (19) and Tata Consultancy Services (16).
Delhi fire tragedy: A tale of failed regulation and chaotic urbanisation
The political economy encourages vast, largely unregulated industrial activity, in utter violation of labour, safety and environment laws
YouTube unveils top Indian ads watched in 2019
Google India recently announced its annual YouTube advertisement leaderboard for India, which highlighted the ads that have received the maximum views and shares from audiences across the country.Whi
FableStreet raises ₹21 crore in Series A led by Fireside Ventures
FableStreet, a premium work wear brand for women, has raised ₹21 crore in Series A led by Fireside Ventures.Industry honchos, including Pradeep Parameswaran, President for Uber India and South Asia; D
Nobel laureate to study high incidence of heart problems in India
Ferid Murad will do joint research with Apollo Hospitals
Hurun’s list: Mukesh Ambani may soon break into top 5
Riding the digital wave, Mukesh Ambani, the first Indian to break into the global top 10 rich list, would emerge as one of the five richest people in the world in the next two or three years. The Chai
Fostering a new era in the climate change space
Sangam Ventures provides seed and early-stage funding to start-ups in the cleantech sector
‘IDB membership can help project exporters penetrate LAC market’
The Export Import Bank of India (Exim Bank) has urged the the government to consider taking membership in Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). This could provide opportunities for Indian project exp
Tracking deals: Fireside leads ₹20 cr round in SARVA
SARVA, a leading yoga studio chain, has raised ₹20 crore in its first institutional round led by Fireside Ventures with participation from angel investors. It will use the money to double the retail
Tata Altroz Review
The brand‘s new premium hatch brings a breath of fresh air to the segment and will make you rethink your decision to look elsewhere
Exercise your way to a lower insurance premium
It’s just what your doctor prescribed — stay fit, reduce premium on your health policy
Hero MotoCorp to hike prices by up to ₹2,000 from January
Two-wheeler market leader Hero MotoCorp on Monday said that it will increase prices of its motorcycles and scooters by up to ₹2,000 from January.The price hike will be across range of two-wheelers and
Brent may stay range-bound in Q1; risks loom in 2020
Last week’s OPEC+ decision to cut output by a further 500,000 barrels a day during the first quarter of 2020 – in addition to the existing cut of 1.2 million barrels a day – has not had the big bang i
Equity inflows into mutual funds dip to 41-month low
Exit load triggers outflow, but analysts see investors flocking back
Daily Onion Price Tracker– December 9, 2019
Onion prices continued to rise in various parts of the country, with the minimum price of the commodity moving up to ₹45 a kilo on Monday from ₹43 on Saturday. In Rampurhat, West Bengal, prices of oni
Anthill Ventures, Rana Daggubati launch scale up platform for startups
The startups might receive investments to the tune of $1,00,000 upfront and up to $1 m upon programme completion
Where households can save their money
Recent trends show a decent return in low-risk instruments. However, inflation has diminished the actual income on savings
Jhunjhunwala likely to withdraw from YES Bank's preferential share offer
Lender’s board may also reject the $1.2-b offer by Erwin Singh Braich, SPGP Holdings
‘Businesses in South that use old PCs face productivity loss, security breach’
Small and medium businesses (SMBs) in South India, using older PCs, are likely to experience reduced workplace productivity and security vulnerabilities, according to a Microsoft study.SMBs using comp
Xiaomi takes on Apple in Japan with Mi Note 10 featuring 108-megapixel camera
The Mi Note 10 will cost approximately $486
Banks must stick to their core functions
Diversification into long-term financing, insurance, mutual funds and share broking have affected their performance
Helping under-privileged children crack competitive exams
Avanti Learning trains them in maths and science so that they get into best colleges
Investors lay siege to SEBI office, demand Karvy-like action against BMA Wealth
On Monday, SEBI’s office came under siege as a crowd of 40-50 stock market investors blocked the main entrance of the regulator’s BKC office building. The commotion led to police being called to guard
Japanese Trade Minister to discuss RCEP pact with Goyal
Talks may discuss New Delhi’s concerns, suggest ways to make Indian industry more competitive
The decaying HDB lease, myth or reality?
The decaying HDB lease, myth or reality?
Singapore to arrest sanctioned Russian ship over unpaid parking debts
Singapore to arrest sanctioned Russian ship over unpaid parking debts
Environmental group in Singapore pushes for sustainable palm oil use
Environmental group in Singapore pushes for sustainable palm oil use
Plastics NZ to ‘Make Best Practice Standard Practice'
Plastics NZ Endorses Plan to ‘Make Best Practice Standard Practice’
World-leading animal trainer wows Zoo staff
Hamilton Zoo hosted a training event of a unique kind from 27-29 November, led by internationally renowned animal trainer, Peter Giljam from Zoospensefull, currently based in Sweden.
Urgent Rethink Of Retirement Living Needed
A crisis is almost inevitable for New Zealand’s aged care sector. As early as 2035, the number of people aged 65 years and over is expected to double to around 1.2 million - nearly 25% of the population, according to SuperSeniors.
MTIANZ regard ADLS Sale and purchase agreement
MTIANZ welcomes the release of the jointly endorsed Auckland District Law Society and REINZ standard sale and purchase Agreement (10th Edition 2019). The inclusion of a toxicology condition clause (9.5), and new wording for vendor warranties (7.2), establishes certainty and protection for potential purchasers who choose to include a toxicology condition, or if the vendor fails to disclose historical information that may not comply with the New Zealand Standard NZS8510:2017.
Packaging Forum urges Gov support to advance war on plastic
The country’s leading packaging member-based organisation is eager to work with Government to bring an end to plastic waste in New Zealand.
Lower Hutt street cleaners receive the living wage
9 December 2019
Low business confidence, less Christmas cheer
Paul Goldsmith - Finance
Successful water action flotilla at Lyttelton Port
Fifteen kayaks, a yacht, and a ferry filled with over a hundred local school children joined the peace flotilla this morning at Lyttelton Port, Christchurch. They were encouraged from the land by approximately 80 human rights activists, who sang Saharawi songs of freedom. The action was to "unwelcome" the bulk carrying cargo ship the "Federal Crimson", as it arrived in Lyttelton carrying 50,000 tonnes of 'blood phosphate' from the occupied territory of Western Sahara. Christchurch group, ‘Ravensdown- Take ‘Em Down’ organised the water flotilla, inspired by the Peace Squadrons - which were instrumental in the NZ Nuclear Free campaign. Christchurch resident Catherline Low stated "I'm horrified that New Zealand companies are supporting human rights abuses by buying this phosphate. It has got to stop". Local organiser Josie Butler reports "Ravensdown are funding war crimes. We are here today to demand Ravensdown's CEO Greg Campbell to cease this internationally illegal import immediately".
Border integrity and anti-corruption focus for Aus visit
(Headline abbreviated, original headline: Border integrity and anti-corruption focus for Australian visit to New Zealand)
Environment is the big winner in latest Council funding
Monday 9 December
EQC funds $1 million of research to reduce disaster risk
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Child Poverty Monitor: Big, bold, permanent change needed
Big, bold, permanent change needed to reduce child poverty
What lies beneath the surface? The pitfalls of facial eczema
By Julie Roberts, Ravensdown Animal Health Area Manager Western North Island
Aucklanders stuck in traffic due to Govt policy
Todd McClay - Workplace Relations and Safety
Child poverty figures show much more needs to be done
The New Zealand Maori Council has called the latest childhood poverty statistics released by the Children’s Commissioner as appalling for a first world nation and has called upon the Government to do more. Matthew Tukaki, the Councils Executive Director has also indicated that a good per head of population proportion within the data shows that Maori and Pacific communities are most affected.
2019 Child Poverty Monitor: There's more to be done
Child Poverty Action Group (CPAG) welcomes the 2019 Child Poverty Monitor report, and says more can be done to help families who have need of welfare assistance.
Northland – Environmentalists’ ‘No’ to Auckland port shift
Northland environmentalists are speaking out against the proposed $10 billion Auckland port shift to Marsden Point in what one labels a ‘think big’ project - about 650 metres from a marine reserve.
Aucklanders stuck in traffic due to Govt policy
Todd McClay - Workplace Relations and Safety
Govt funds $100k for weather-hit communities
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Minister of Civil Defence Peeni Henare have today confirmed initial Government support of $100,000 for communities affected by the severe weather that swept across the South Island and lower North Island over the weekend.
Auckland Strike Action
Auckland bus operators are enraged at the inconvenience to passengers affected by continued bus driver strike action. Even those operators not directly affected by strikes are appalled at the behaviour of First Union and Tramways Union and their aggressive bully tactics which has included assaulting staff and damaging vehicles.
QLDC to consider new governance process for QAC SOI
To shift the contentious QLD Airport focus to critical work which will need to take place over the next three months the Council is seeking to adopt an entirely new process around influencing the Queenstown Airport Corporation (QAC) Statement of Intent (SOI) outcomes.
Markets surge on jobs, trade
By Michael McCarthy (chief market strategist, CMC Markets and Stockbroking)
Auckland’s socio-economic gap driving participation down
The spotlight was on social inequality at the recent Sport and Recreation Sector Event 2019: Making Auckland the world’s most active city, with international benchmarking from Portas Consulting revealing that deprivation in Auckland affects participation more than in London, Stockholm and Singapore.
Wealth of Canadians divided along racial lines, says report on income inequality
One interesting finding was that racialized men have a higher employment rate than non-racialized men
Lawyer competence includes knowledge of Indigenous-Crown history: B.C. law society
All practising lawyers in B.C. will be required to take a six-hour online course covering these areas
American midfielder Seymore joins Sligo Rovers
Liam Buckley says the 27-year-old has all the attributes to succeed in the League of Ireland.
Report: One-third of daycare subsidies goes to kollel families
Daycare subsidies no longer serving original purpose of encouraging women to work in addition to their husbands, report says.
'Buyer's Price' program to continue until June 2020
Programming offering subsidized homes for first-time buyers will continue through first half of 2020, Finance Ministry says.
Xiaomi Is The World's Fourth Largest Smartphone Maker
According to the official introduction, Xiasomi has become the world's foruth largest smartphone maker after Samsung, Apple, and Huawei.
Huawei to Enter the Windows 10 on ARM Ecosystem? - Gizchina.com
Chinese tech giant Huawei appears to be interested in creating SoCs for the Windows 10 on ARM Ecosystem. The company would be advantaged by their maturity
Galaxy S10 Lite and Galaxy Note 10 Lite: here are the prices
Galaxy S10 Lite and Galaxy Note 10 Lite: here are the prices, an online retailer based in Slovakia, has mistakenly put online the prices.
Mi Note 10 Series Launched In Japan: Xiaomi Enters This Market
The Xiaomi Mi Note 10 is the first smartphone series of Xiaomi entering the Japanese market. It's the most popular smartphone of this brand nowadasy.
This is how Xiaomi plans to hide the Mi Mix 4 camera under the screen
This is how Xiaomi plans to hide the Mi Mix 4 camera under the screen, this photos reveal the first details of a patent in which this mechanism appears
CHUWI UBook will be more cost-effective than Surface Go - Gizchina.com
In early 2019, CHUWI launched a 2-in-1 tablet UBook through Kickstarter campaign, but now they are relaunching it with upgraded specs.
Xiaomi Smartphone Patent With Horizontally Sliding Design Leaked
Seems Xiaomi is obssessed with the idea of making a sliding screen Xiaomi smartphone. At least, a new patent shows such an approach.
Xiaomi Pocket AR printer and Baseus ENCOK E09 on sale - Gizchina.com
Xiaomi eco-chain of products has really a vast range of available gadgets, so how about Xiaomi Pocket AR printer or Baseus ENCOK E09 alarm clock ?
Vivo V17 arrives India with Snapdragon 675 and L-shaped Quad-Camera
Vivo took the wraps off Vivo V17 in India. It boasts Snapdragon 675 chipset with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of Storage. Retails for INR22,990 (~$325/€290)
Vivo X30 Series is Already Being Mass-Produced, 100,000 Units a Day - Gizchina.com
Vivo's vice president and general manager for the Chinese market, Liu Hong, just revealed some details about the upcoming Vivo X30 series at the..
Android 10 stable update for the Galaxy Note 10 is coming soon
Android 10 stable update for the Galaxy Note 10 is coming soon, The community manager at Samsung’s official forum in South Korea has confirmed it.
ELEPHONE officially launched their Pakistani endevours - Gizchina.com
Yesterday at the Serena hotel in Islamabad the ELEPHONE brand held a big launch party to celebrate the start of their Pakistani operations.
Nokia 2.3 Can Now Be Pre-Ordered in Russia for 7990 RUB ($125) - Gizchina.com
The much teased Nokia 2.3 entry-level phone went on pre-order in Russia today with a price tag of 7990 Rubles, around $125 or 113€ at..
UNILORIN, firm sign 21-year land lease agreement
The MOU was signed by Mr Indimi and Vice-Chancellor of UNILORIN, Jubril Oyelekan, at the Maiduguri office of OER Farm Ltd last week.
Nigerian govt directs Accountant-General, MDAs to publish daily financial statements
The government will also publish monthly reports showing revenue receipts from all collecting agencies and payments out of the federation account.
SERAP asks state governors to disclose pension paid to ex-governors
The civil society group condemns jumbo payments to former political office holders under the pension laws.
Nigeria set to open extractive industry ownership register -- Here's how it will work
This week, Nigeria will launch the Beneficial Ownership Register in the extractive industries in line with the global EITI standards.
Alleged P&ID Scam: Court dismisses Briton's bail variation application
The Federal High Court in Abuja, on Monday, dismissed the application for bail variation filed by a British national, James Nolan.
A Misleading Take on Immigrant, Veterans Health Care
A long-circulating headline on social media misleadingly tells users that Democrats chose to "vote down" a health records system for veterans while approving the same for immigrants who cross the border illegally. The bill in question did not affect veterans.
VSCO Girl Holiday Gift Guide
Metal straws, Birkenstocks and Burt's Bees lip balm are some of the spot on products for this Generation Z subculture.
Aya Kanai Replaces Anne Fulenwider as Marie Claire Editor
Anne Fulenwider is stepping down at the end of the year to launch a women’s health business.
Art Basel Miami Beach 2019: Thom Browne Makes His Artist Debut
Thom Browne talks painting and his fine art exploration during Art Basel Miami Beach 2019.
Sebastian Suhl to Exit Valentino
Suhl joined the couture house in January 2018 as managing director of global markets.
The Attico Unveils Eco-Friendly Holiday Capsule
The Eighties-themed lineup includes six upcycled vintage furs, bejeweled pumps and a lipstick available on Dec. 10.
West Dunbartonshire pupils ditch the canteen after school dinner price hike
After raising the price of a school dinner by nine percent — to £2.45 a day — the council has seen income from meals drop by £181,000
Currys PC World reveals this year’s top tech Christmas gifts
The top gifts of the year were decided by the brand’s new customer testing initiative, the Customer Collective
East Kilbride Clintons store saved from pre-Christmas collapse
The chain has bought itself out of administration saving 2500 jobs nationwide.
Rangers' Eros Grezda fined £400 for driving without license or insurance
The winger Eros Grezda was driving his Audi RS3 last month when he was pulled over by cops.
Rangers and Celtic target Jarrad Branthwaite struggling with weight of £1m interest
The defender is wanted in Glasgow and in the Premier League as interest hots up.
West Lothian Council agrees to sell off historic Linlithgow buildings
The former town museum is now in private hands
Sleazy Scots teacher told 16-year-old 'I would pay 20 quid to look up your skirt'
Nat McMullen pretended to spank another girl and pinned a third girl against a wall.
Dumbarton council offices turn green for children's charity
Dumbarton Academy building in the town’s Church Street was bathed in green light, to highlight an NSPCC campaign
Benue: ICPC Arraigns Ortom’s Aide Over Alleged N4.7b Contract Scam
Stephen Amase, the principal private secretary to Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom, and a former Commissioner for Works, Manger T Emmanuel, have been arraigned by the Independent Corrupt Practices and other related Offences Commission (ICPC) over alleged N4.7billion fraud.
South African Electricity Utility Reveals Cause Of Worsening Power Crisis
South African electricity utility Eskom on Monday blamed rains for worsening rolling power blackouts that have continued for five days running, Concise News reports.
South Africa Calls For Robust Multilateral Response To Climate Change
South Africa on Monday called for a robust multilateral response to climate change in a way that would assist African and other developing countries to adapt to the associated loss and damage, Concise News reports.
Oculus Quest now has hand tracking
The Oculus Quest just got that much more enticing. With update v12, the standalone VR headset now has motion tracking – a taste of it, at least. The functionality is currently limited to
Cryptocurrency Exchange - Here are tips to choose the best
The exchange you must have decided to make use of will greatly determine whether your crypto investment will be profitable or not in the long run. There are lot...
'What coup! It was a change of administration' said SADC - sheer folly, let coup gene out, again
For the last 39 years the country has drifted like a log, with ordinary people hang on to the log for dear life, in the flood Zambezi River, totally at the merc...
Rebuilding Zimbabwe starts with strong institutions
It is now apparent that Zimbabwe's socio-economic status needs rebuilding and radical reforms if the country is to develop. The economy is set to contract by at...
How a few common financial mistakes are costing small businesses
Stats and experts reveal that a few common mistakes in financial management are often proving to be heavy for small businesses all around. Some of the issues ar...
Bad news for Trump — 60% of Americans say the surging stock market doesn't affect them
Most Americans don’t seem to care that much about the stock market’s performance.
Jeff Bezos says employee activists are wrong and Silicon Valley firms should feel comfortable doing business with the US military
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos threw his weight behind the US Department of Defence on Friday, saying that unless big tech companies collaborate with the US military, “this country is in trouble.”
A British oil stock tanked 60% after the shock resignation of the CEO and head of exploration
Tullow Oil, a British oil company, tanked on Monday morning after the company announced the resignation of its CEO and exploration director as well as cutting its production guidance. Tullow’s board also suspended its dividend.
Elon Musk's win over Vernon Unsworth was a miscarriage of justice, according to Unsworth's lawyer
The lawyer for British cave diver Vernon Unsworth has tweeted his indignation after Elon Musk won a defamation case on Friday for calling Unsworth “pedo guy.”
10 things you need to know before the opening bell
Here is what you need to know.
The Mac Pro is finally coming on December 10 — Apple's super-powerful computer that starts at a whopping $6,000
Apple’s $US6,000 professional-grade Mac Pro desktop will be available to order starting December 10. That’s according to a notification sent to customers, which YouTube personality and tech reviewer Marques Brownlee spotted.
How long it takes for condoms, birth control pills, and other types of birth control to expire
Using birth control beyond its expiration date puts you at risk of an unexpected pregnancy or a sexually transmitted infection.
Watchdogs Take Aim at Big Tech's Data Dominance
Google, Alibaba and other “Big Tech” companies could be forced to share data on financial services customers with banks and financial technology firms to prevent unfair competition.
Pixel feature drops to bring new tricks to Google’s smartphones
There are a few key selling points for Google’s Pixel smartphones. They tend to have great cameras. They get security and software updates delivered straight from the company that makes the Android operating system that powers most of the world’s smartphones. And they have some unique features that aren’t widely available on other phones. From […]
Asian stocks pulled higher by Wall Street jobs rally but China caution prevails
Asian stocks edged up on Monday, catching some of Wall Street's momentum after surprisingly strong U.S. jobs data although regional gains were ...
LTA awards S$210 million contract for Jurong West, Bahar Junction MRT stations
SINGAPORE: Two Jurong Region Line stations will be designed and constructed by the Singapore branch of China Railway 11 Bureau Group, the Land ...
Oil prices stumble on weak China exports hangover
Oil prices fell on Monday after data showing China's overall exports of goods and services shrank for a fourth straight month, sending shivers ...
Jobs of the future are clustering in a handful of US cities: Study
A new analysis of where "innovation" jobs are being created in the United States paints a stark portrait of a divided economy where the industries ...
France's Sanofi to buy Synthorx for US$2.5 billion
France's Sanofi said on Monday it had agreed to buy Synthorx in a cash deal worth around US$2.5 billion as it seeks to beef up its ...
Supermarket upskirter who was pinned down by victim’s boyfriend gets jail
SINGAPORE: A man who took upskirt videos of a woman at the supermarket was caught in the act and pinned down on the floor by the victim’s boyfriend.
Swedbank cuts management team in revamp after laundering probe
Swedbank said on Monday its chief risk officer was leaving as the Swedish bank revamps its structure to regain customer trust after a money ...
Book containing vulgarities not on MOE's recommended list, chosen by school
SINGAPORE: A novel containing vulgarities was not part of the recommended text list from the Ministry of Education (MOE) but selected by a school ...
Report: Newcastle showing interest in Charlton striker Macauley Bonne
Newcastle United are reportedly keen on signing Championship striker Macauley Bonne. According to talkSPORT, the Magpies are ‘slightly ahead’ of the likes of Leicester City and Fulham for the 24-year-old, who has been in impressive form recently. Bonne has six Championship goals so far this season, and has caught the eye since replacing the injured […]Newcastle United are reportedly leading the chase over striker Macauley Bonne, who has made a big impression at Charlton Athletic since signing.
Report: Everton and Newcastle ponder £4.2m January swoop for Matchoi Bobo Djalo
Juventus also want Djalo.Juventus also want Djalo.
Everton reportedly scouting Jarrad Branthwaite, could he be the next John Stones?
Everton profited massively from bringing in John Stones from the Football League.Everton profited massively from bringing in John Stones from the Football League.
Massif Capital - Diamond Offshore Drilling Inc.
Diamond has been a painful investment for our portfolio.We invested too early in the cycle for offshore equipment, and the trough of the cycle has been extended beyond our modeled scenarios.We will ai
4 AM Wake-Up Call
Right off the bat, we saw an almost 850-point drop in the Dow Jones from Black Friday until Tuesday as President Trump was quoted as saying that he saw the chances of a trade deal lessening.The tariff
For Growth Stocks, Profits Are The New Normal
Profitable companies outperform by a wide margin over time, even among high-growth companies, which often post losses early in their lifecycles.This year's equity market landscape is littered with hig
The Probability Of A U.S. Recession - December 2019
Identifies and discusses two U.S. recession probability models.Shows the current and historical readings of these models.Compares the models' probabilities to the average estimate from a recent survey
First Trust New Opportunities MLP & Energy Fund: Our Top Pick Among MLP CEFs
FPL has presented a strong performance in 2019 despite continued weakness in MLPs and the midstream energy industry.We think the fund has value considering current discount to NAV and potential rebou
How China Mobile Sustains A 5% Dividend Yield, In 5 Charts
China Mobile is the largest mobile phone operator in the world, again trading at a 5% dividend yield backed by steady free cash flows.Compared with both domestic and US telecom counterparts, China Mob
Gold Losing Its Luster
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Bosch and Daimler launched a self-driving car pilot in San Jose, roughly a year after the two jointly announced a plan to do so.
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Rude not to...
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Barangays urged to create ‘Christmas’ social assistance programs
President Rodrigo Duterte has enjoined all Sangguniang Barangays to establish a social assistance program for village officials and employees this Yuletide.
Meralco bills go up this month
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Grave danger
SAYING that inexperienced motorcycle taxis with no track record will put commuters’ lives in danger, the Lawyers for Commuter Safety and Protection (LCSP) filed a petition for injunction with application for a temporary restraining order against five motorcycle taxi companies hoping to penetrate the market.
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Senior has admitted it is thinking about selling off its aerostructures division, in a deal that could be worth up to £450m.
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South Africa - the second-largest economy in Africa after Nigeria - has considerably higher GDP than its sub-Saharan neighbours.
Private equity tycoon Guy Hands looks to buy struggling Kier Living
Hands' private equity firm - Terra Firma Capital Partners - is one of the last remaining bidders for Kier Living.
Lender Amigo's chief executive quits after less than five months in charge
The chief executive of high interest rate lender Amigo, Hamish Paton, has resigned this morning after less than five months in the job.
How global cities are promoting sustainability and helping to fight climate change - CityAM
The 2016 Paris Agreement gave the world a sense of hope that politicians could work together to limit temperature rises [...]
Chilango confirms plans to launch CVA and exit leases
Embattled Mexican chain Chilango has confirmed that it plans to launch a company voluntary arrangement (CVA) in a bid to secure the future of its business.
Tesco leads FTSE 100 risers as it weighs up Asia sale
Shares in Tesco rose more than five per cent in early trading as investors welcomed reports that the company is exploring a sale of its Asian businesses.
Late payments: Firms wait twice as long for cash in 2019
The UK’s small and medium-sized businesses are being stretched by customers failing to pay them on time, according to a [...]
Opec production cuts compliance could push oil price to $70
The combination of strong production cut compliance from Opec and its allies and a US-China trade deal could push the price of Brent crude to $70 in 2020.
M&S shares jump after Goldman Sachs hikes rating
Shares in Marks & Spencer jumped this morning after investment bank Goldman Sachs hiked its stock rating following improvement in the retailer’s troubled clothing and home division.
Jaguar Land Rover sales fall despite hopes for Chinese recovery
Jaguar Land Rover sales fell last month, despite the car maker seeing “green shoots” of a recovery in the all-important struggling Chinese market.
Fines levied by the FCA rocket more than 500 per cent
The value of fines issued by City watchdog the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) this year has soared to £391.8m. Research [...]
Eye in the sky: how satellite positioning could help Australian mines
New satellite technology could be worth A$6bn to the Australian economy; we speak to Geosciences Australia about the technology’s potential in mining.
Indonesia’s export ban can boost nickel exports from the Philippines to China, says GlobalData
Nickel is mined from many sources around the world and is presently used for stainless steel, nonferrous alloys, electroplating, alloy...Read More...
Aspire Mining signs MoU on Ovoot coking coal project in Mongolia
Aspire Mining has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Sinosteel MECC to develop Mongolia’s Ovoot coking coal project.
Big investors up call for governments to take climate action
MADRID (AP) - More than 600 institutional investors managing a whopping $37 trillion in client assets called Monday for governments to step up their efforts against climate change.
South Africa's Zozibini Tunzi crowned Miss Universe 2019
ATLANTA (AP) - South Africa's Zozibini Tunzi was crowned Miss Universe 2019, giving the country its second title in in three years in a pageant that also saw strong showings from contestants from Puerto Rico and Mexico.
Walmart Canada issues apology for sweater depicting Santa Claus with apparent drug reference
This ugly Christmas sweater did not go over well at Walmart.
Want to buy an old fire station? South Florida county has one on auction block
Officials from a South Florida county are preparing to auction several parcels of real estate -- including an old firehouse.
SunTrust, BB&T banks complete merger, creating Truist
The merger between Atlanta-based SunTrust and Winston-Salem, N.C.-based BB&T has been completed, creating the nation’s sixth-largest bank, serving about 10 million consumer households, officials of the combined company announced Monday.
Electric vehicle charging station map goes live
Electric vehicle and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle drivers can now view the current statuses of SA’s public charging stations online.
Age of the rental: SOC as a service, IaaS, DaaS, HaaS
Challenging economic forecasts and complex local and global political outlooks has companies focused on sustainability, says Patrick Reeves, managing executive at Axiz.
Managing data, security in a multi-cloud environment
The ITWeb Cloud, Data Centre & DevOps Summit will unpack the latest knowledge about managing multi-cloud environments.
Help/Systems to acquire Clearswift
Clearswift is a UK-based content threat protection software company.
Exergy helps insurers overcome complexities surrounding Debicheck
Exergy automates the Debicheck mandate process for insurers who have already implemented it.
Altron acquires identity security firm Ubusha for R360m
Once integrated, Ubusha will merge with Altron’s existing Cybertech to form Altron Security Solutions.
Top CEOs call out CompCom over #DataMustFall
Telkom’s Sipho Maseko and Johan van Zyl of African Rainbow Capital argue that the competition watchdog’s decisions on data prices will do more harm than good.
Local developer deploys machine learning to accounting tool
Syncrony Digital wants to develop a machine learning component for its GreenLine financial close platform.
First Distribution and Veeam – an African partnership
Through First Distribution’s African footprint, Veeam is now available across SADC countries, as well as Central, East and West African countries.
Nedbank notches up 1.7m digitally active customers
The bank witnesses a 30% growth rate across its digital banking platforms, with over one million app downloads.
Keeping up with industry changes the only way to manage connectivity expenditure
There are many connectivity options that businesses can invest in today, but cost remains a major concern for most, says Vishal Barapatre, CTO at In2IT Technologies.
IFA staging blockade outside Tesco distribution centre in Dublin
The latest blockade is part of the ongoing farmer campaign for an increase in beef prices.
11th-hour plea made for soldiers who fired shots at Ballymurphy to give evidence at inquests
A lawyer for the victim’s families told the court today: “It is not too late to tell the truth.”
Siptu and Unite members in Virgin Media vote to take industrial action
Virgin Media said it has not received any notification from the unions.
'We're on to you': Harris says flavoured e-cigarettes target children and he wants them banned
Some vaping packaging is trying to make it attractive to children, according to the health minister.
Defibrillator found after being stolen from outside shop in Co Louth over the weekend
The theft by two young men was captured on CCTV footage that has been given to the gardaí.
Body and Soul part ways with Electric Picnic after 16 years
Tickets for next year’s festival sold out this afternoon.
Trials of Mana trailer shines the spotlight on Angela and Duran
Square Enix has released a brand new trailer for Trials of Mana which looks at two of the game's characters, with those being Angela and Duran. Duran is a soldier from Valsena who is looking to get re
Tekken 7 patch 3.10 rolling out now, full update notes here
A brand new patch for Tekken 7 is rolling out across PS4, Xbox One, and PC which makes a number of adjustments for characters, along with customisation options and new illustrations in the gallery. Pa
Gwent expansion Merchants of Ofir out now along with patch 5.0
CD Projekt RED has released a new expansion for its Witcher based card game Gwent, with the Merchants of Ofir dropping today with over 70 cards on PC and iOS. Along with the over 70 cards there are ne
Best Budget Laptop Deals: Christmas Deals Under £300
If you're looking for an amazing deal on a laptop, you're in the right place. We've rounded up 15 cheap laptops under £300, including Windows laptops and Chromebooks.
Amazon Christmas deal cuts £72 off Fitbit Versa – cheapest price ever
Amazon launched its Last Minute Christmas Deals sale with £72 off the original Fitbit Versa – the cheapest price around.
Where to buy last minute Christmas gifts online: last delivery dates
Find out when the last delivery dates for Amazon, John Lewis, Currys PC World and more are this Christmas.
Best GoPro Deals for Christmas 2019
Get the best GoPro action cameras at the best prices with these deals and discounts for Christmas 2019.
How to watch Santa Claus: The Movie online
Santa Claus: The Movie is a 1985 classic that explains the mysteries of Father Christmas to curious kids. Here's how to watch Santa Claus: The Movie online or on any mobile device.
Best Echo Deals for Christmas 2019
Grab some amazing deals on Echo smart speakers. We round up the best Amazon Echo deals - here's how to get a cheap Echo.
Best Microsoft Surface Deals for Christmas 2019
Whether Pro, Laptop, Studio or otherwise, grab one of these top Surface deals while you can.
How to watch Home Alone online
Here's how to watch Home Alone (and 2, 3, 4, 5) this Christmas.
Best OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro Deals for Christmas 2019
The 7T series may now be out but the doesn't mean the OnePlus 7 line is any less excellent - and right now you can get £100 off any OnePlus 7 Pro.
How to Watch Love Actually Free Online
16 years on Love Actually is still the ultimate Christmas romcom. Here's how to watch Love Actually for free online or on any device.
How to watch Jingle All The Way
Jingle All The Way is a classic Arnie film that's ideal for a family film time in the run-up to Christmas. Here's how to watch Jingle All The Way online or on any mobile device
Best GHD Deals for Christmas
Spectacular GHD bundle deals and discounted straighteners, curlers and dryers. We've rounded up all the best GHD deals for Cyber Monday.
Should I buy from Kickstarter?
You can find many interesting things on Kickstarter. We explain why it's not like normal online shopping, and the things to watch out for before you spend any money.
Best Electric Bike Deals for Christmas 2019
Looking for some electric assistance while cycling? It’s not cheating! Electric bikes are brilliant to ride, and with these deals you can get one for less money.
Best Graphics Card Deals for Christmas 2019
We've brought together the best graphics card deals into one place, so take a look and find the one that is best for your setup.
How to watch Gremlins for free
How to watch Gremlins online, on TV or on any mobile device - and for free!
Best Headphones Deals for Christmas 2019
Don't pay full price, because we're always rounding up all the best Christmas deals on headphones right here.
Best Ethernet switches, Hubs & Splitters 2019
Run out of ports on your router? An Ethernet hub is an inexpensive way to add more, and here are the models to buy.
AC Milan and Barcelona in talks over the potential sale of starlet
Jean-Clair Todibo has been touted as a potential Superstar but ever since his arrival at Camp Nou, the youngster has struggled to find enough play-time. As...
Bamber Bridge man admits having indecent images of children
A man is facing a custodial sentence after admitting making and distributing indecent images of children.
Preston woman hosting bumper raffle in aid of Lostock Hall hospice that cares for her dad
A Preston woman is hosting a raffle with more than £1,300 worth of prizes in aid of the Lostock Hall hospice that cares for her dad.
Complications of advertising
Half the money I spend on advertising is wasted, the trouble is I don’t know which half.
Why your boss should let you work from home
Lancashire has one of the lowest percentage of employees working from home and it is about time the county’s businesses had a rethink argues CEO Toby Harper
These are the latest cases and convictions from Preston's courts - Monday, December 9, 2019
Here is the latest round-up of cases at Preston’s courts.
2021 Volvo S90 and V90 Facelift Wear Useless Camouflage Winter Testing
Arguably, every single Volvo model unveiled after Geely purchased the Swedish company has been a massive improvement from its predecessor, but the S90/V90 lineup is probably the best example.
Tesla House Concept Looks Sleek, Shows "Puzzle" Garage
While the debate on the design of the Tesla Cybertruck continues to keep the Internet on its toes, the Palo Alto automaker is enjoying extra exposure. For instance, Tesla's philosophy is now being applied to various fields where the company is not active, with these efforts coming from independent artists who render dreams such as the Tesla House we have here.
Foldable Airplane Seat Aims to Revolutionize Air Travel in Economy Class
Universal Movement has your back. And your neck and shoulders, and general wellbeing. The London-based design firm has unveiled a concept for an airplane seat for economy class that would, for the first time ever, puts the flier’s comfort over everything else.
Next-Generation Nissan GT-R Rendered, Looks Like a Mid-Engined Supercar
Ah, what a fine C8 Chevrolet Corvette competitor this mid-engined Nissan GT-R would make! Then again, while the GM halo car is as real as they get, even with the $20,000 loss expected on the base $60,000 model, the next-generation Nissan halo car sitting before us comes in the form of a rendering.
2020 Jaguar I-Pace Update Offers 234 Miles of Range Thanks to eTrophy Know-How
The redesigned F-Type may be the most important Jaguar of the moment, but the I-Pace hasn’t been forgotten either. In production since 2018 at the Magna Steyr plant in Austria, the electric SUV gains 12 more miles of range for 2020 thanks to a software update.
Koenigsegg's New Design Boss Just Launched a Social Media Challenge and It's Lit
Back in August, when Sasha Selipanov was appointed as Head of Design for Koenigsegg, it became obvious that we'll be in for an adventure. After all, the man who penned the Bugatti Chiron would now work for the Swedes who grabbed multiple production car speed records from Molsheim. So, here we are in December, with the 36-year-old penning master having launched a social media challenge.
Significant Digits for Monday, Dec. 9, 2019
You’re reading Significant Digits, a daily digest of the numbers tucked inside the news. Today’s number is 8-feet-2-inches, for the height of Big Bird, the belo…
Rangers flop Eros Grezda admits driving without licence and insurance at Glasgow Sheriff Court
RANGERS flop Eros Grezda has today admitted being behind the wheel of a high-performance car with no licence and no insurance. Albanian winger Grezda, 24, was driving his Audi RS3 last month when h…
Edinburgh’s Royal Commonwealth Pool hit by ‘mice invasion’ as parents left shocked
A POPULAR Edinburgh softplay area has been hit by a mice invasion. Locals described seeing the rodents at the Royal Commonwealth Pool in the city while children and tots were playing. One mum said …
Calls to Scots domestic abuse helpline rise by a quarter in last year
CALLS to a domestic abuse and forced marriage hotline in Scotland have risen by a quarter in the past year. The helpline, managed by Scottish Women’s Aid, dealt with 3,191 requests for assist…
Pound-New Zealand Dollar Forecast: Fighting to Hold 2.0 Level
There is a distinct possibility that GBP/NZD does in fact go lower as foreign exchange markets engage in 'buy the rumour, sell the fact' behaviour on the election result.
Pound-Australian Dollar Forecast: Fresh Three-Year Highs Ahead says Analyst
The Pound-to-Australian Dollar exchange rate trades at a new three-year high on Monday, December 03. amidst an ongoing lift in the broader Sterling complex
Rupee climbs
But so does debt It has been a rough ride for the PTI government in terms of the economic issues it has had to face. The slide of the rupee against the US dollar, record inflation, ri
Ad support is bad support
Streaming services outmanoeuvring broadcast television By Amna Khan A girl sipping her tea on a rooftop covered with fairy lights, staring romantically into the skyline d
Sponsored Content: Keep it Quiet: Overcoming the Latest Challenges in EMC Regulation
Consumers and companies alike require high quality electronic equipment to support everyday lives and more of these devices are now wireless enabled, writes ROHDE & SCHWARZ.
Lawyer competence includes knowledge of Indigenous-Crown history: B.C. law society
VANCOUVER - The Law Society of British Columbia has moved to require Indigenous cultural competency training for all practising lawyers in the province, in
Palestinians in Bethlehem look beyond religious tourism
BETHLEHEM, Palestinian Territory - For decades, the people of Bethlehem have watched tour buses drive up to the Church of the Nativity, disgorge their passe
Province likely won't remove stolen pick-up abandoned in Lac du Bois park near Kamloops
A pick-up truck that was spotted balancing on a cliff’s edge in a protected park near Kamloops is now resting with a handful of other cars at the base
London offers winter warmers with a festive flavour
LONDON - Mulled wine, warm spiced cider and hot toddies have long been British staples during winter.Whiskey expert Ross Dennis at Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distill
Pamela Gallant wins $200K film award for 'Monica's News' at Whistler festival
VANCOUVER - Acadian-Canadian filmmaker Pamela Gallant has won a major prize from the Women in the Director's Chair organization at the Whistler Film Festiva
'Frozen 2' leads box office again; 'Playmobil' flops
NEW YORK - “Frozen 2” blanketed multiplexes for the third straight weekend, continuing its reign at No. 1 with $34.7 million in ticket sales, according to s
Palestinians in Bethlehem look beyond religious tourism
BETHLEHEM, Palestinian Territory - For decades, the people of Bethlehem have watched tour buses drive up to the Church of the Nativity, disgorge their passe
Liz Weston: How employers help workers save for rainy days
Everyone needs a rainy-day fund — your financial health depends on it. Your employer could help you build one.Many companies offer 401(k)s and other retirem
Satellites are changing the night sky
The stars we can see from Earth could soon be outnumbered by a swarm of satellites.
Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi makes foray into Japanese market
Xiaomi Corp., the world's fourth-largest maker of smartphones, is entering the Japanese market, embarking on a quest to win the hearts of iPhone-loving Jap
Municipal park to be reopened after 5 years
Nagampadam facility renovated at ₹2.07 crore
Crisis looms over KSRTC again
31,000 staff get 70% of salary after delay of 10 days
Aim is to boost private investment, says CEA
‘Corporate tax rate cut will help’
KSRTC asked to raise issue of low-floor buses before RTA
Road Transport Authority is meeting on January 4
MahaMetro suggests Light Metro, Metro Neo for TS
Both can be built quickly to provide for faster public commute and do not require much land acquisition
Quarrying poses threat to hundreds of fossil tree trunks in Thiruvakkarai
Unbridled quarrying of red laterite soil near the country’s first National Fossil Wood Park is turning these fossils into dust
Plea to rescue two labourers stranded in Muscat
TENKASISeeking intervention of Collector G.K. Arun Sundar Thayalan to ensure the safe release of two labourers stranded in Muscat, the Abroad Tamils’ Welfare Association a submitted petition during th
Walmart, Amazon to train MSMEs
E-com giants announce plans to help sector; brick-and-mortar traders peeved
Imported onions reach Dindigul market
Farmers begin cultivation of shallots
Saudi Arabia favours stronger ties with India
‘Energy cooperation key to the strategic partnership between the two countries’
30 ace bloggers to promote Kerala
Maiden Domestic Kerala Blog Express in March 2020
UMTA in the dog house
Proposed common ticket card, urban transport development fund remain on paper
Baahubali 2’s Hindi version is the biggest Bollywood film of the decade
In the last ten years, Salman Khan emerges as the biggest male star, Katrina Kaif, is best female star and ‘Tum Hi Ho’ is the most popular song
Rupee darts up 16 paise to 71.04 against U.S. dollar
The rupee pared initial losses and settled 16 paise up at 71.04 against the U.S. dollar on Monday amid softening crude oil prices and weakening of the greenback vis-a-vis other currencies overseas. Fr
HC asks RBI to reply to Kochhar’s plea
Court hearing arguments on termination of services of ex-ICICI Bank MD & CEO
Traders want shops in temporary bus stand
They also demand new bus stand under Smart City programme
Nagarjuna, Chiranjeevi, S S Rajamouli support the fifth Film Preservation and Restoration Workshop
Telugu cinema bigwigs show keen interest in the workshop, which is currently underway in Hyderabad
Private schools say no to declaring per-child expenditure
They say the fee structure is ‘rigid and impractical’
Trivandrum Bar Association expresses ‘regret’ for ruckus
Police seek permission to file case against magistrate
Water problem could lead toWorld War III, says expert
‘Disaster will strike India if governments do not heed the wake-up call’
Equity flows in MFs dip sharply, assets rise to a record in Nov.
With stock indices rising, investors opt for profit booking; gold ETFs see inflows
My predictions for health trends in 2020
Quinoa will go mainstream, and flying to Peru to buy quinoa will no longer be cheaper than buying at Fabindia, predicts the writer
New rope car construction inspected
PALANIA second rope care facility was proposed and construction work has begun at the Palani hill temple. On Monday, representatives and experts from the French company Poma inspected the first phase
Sensex rises 42 points in range-bound trade; bank, auto stocks spurt
Market benchmark BSE Sensex rose over 42 points on Monday to close at 40,487.43, driven by buying in select bank and auto counters. After opening on a weak note, the 30-share BSE Sensex stabilised in
Sumanahalli flyover: Report points to major distress in bearing support, expansion joints
Distress treatment, repairs to cost the BBMP around ₹40 lakh
Why people across the world gathered to spend one night out on the streets
In Chennai, about 500 people braved the rain and gathered in Besant Nagar as part of The World’s Big Sleep Out, raising funds to tackle homelessness
Chandrababu Naidu, TDP legislators protest outside Assembly against high onion prices
As the price of onions has sky-rocketed, Telugu Desam Party (TDP) MLAs and MLCs led by their party president and former Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu staged a protest near the Fire Station outsi
Gold slides ₹32 on stronger rupee, global cues
Gold prices fell by ₹32 to ₹38,542 per 10 gram in the national capital on Monday due to rupee appreciation and selling in global market, according to HDFC Securities. On Saturday, the precious metal h
India, Australia review strategic ties in 2+2 secretarial talks
India and Australi deliberated on prevailing regional security concerns and explored ways for cooperation in field of defence industry and technology, said the Defence Ministry
Onion nightmare continues for consumers
Price of the commodity ranges between ₹110 and ₹170 per kg depending on the variety
New changes are coming to contactless payments that means your card could decline more often
The new rules could make Christmas shopping a lot more stressful
Changes approved at Bolton skip hire site despite local health fears
A local councillor says Lostock Skip Hire is linked to a spate of coughs, skin irritation and asthma
Manchester teacher reveals what it's really like to work in a secondary school
Joshua Griffiths has been helped along the way by the Chartered College of Teaching
You can now get your name engraved on a Harry Potter wand at intu Trafford Centre
And seven other gifts that have your name written all over them this Christmas...
20-storey Bolton tower block branded a 'blot' on the landscape
It would bring 144 new apartments to the town centre
Wythenshawe finally has its own Screwfix...and it could mean great things for local charities
The new Sharston store could mean a boost for Wythenshawe charities, thanks to the Screwfix Foundation
Bolton Muslim Girls School can expand to take extra 150 pupils
It's already the best-performing school in the district
Flight attendants explain the ways you could actually bag a flight upgrade
Flight attendants debunk the myths and explain what it actually takes to bag a free or cheap flight upgrade
6 reasons why Mikel Arteta is the perfect manager for Arsenal
There are a number of quality candidates in the frame to become Arsenal's next manager following Unai Emery's sacking; here's why ex-Gunners star Mikel Arteta is the best bet
James Maddison 'on brink of signing new Leicester deal' amid Man Utd transfer interest
Leicester are hopeful of persuading Maddison to extend his current contract to ward off Man Utd, after manager Brendan Rodgers committed his future to the club
Mauricio Pochettino continues holiday after Tottenham sack as he visits Diego Maradona
Argentina legend Maradona took charge of Gimnasia in September, and ex-Tottenham boss Pochettino was present to witness their fourth win under his former colleague
Arsenal face Chris Smalling transfer battle with £13m deal 'on table' for Man Utd defender
The Gunners have been linked with a move for the on loan centre-back but look set to face stiff competition for his signature
Universal Credit changes coming into force in 2020 for 12million people
The end of the five year freeze will bring relief to the 10million benefit claimants - 2.5million of whom are on Universal Credit - who've struggled at the hands of inflation for years
You can now get paid £5,000 to design a sex toy - and you'll even earn royalties on it
Lovehoney has launched a new ‘Design A Sex Toy’ competition with a prize of £5,000, as well as the chance to earn royalties on your product
Squirming Boris Johnson repeats promise to lie in front of Heathrow bulldozers
In an awkward grilling the Prime Minister claimed he may honour his promise to stop Heathrow Airport's controversial third runway using his own body 'were the bulldozers to appear'
PlayStation 5 Pro could launch in 2023, Sony executive hints
A new report by LetsGoDigital suggests that Sony is already working on the PlayStation 5 Pro, and that it could launch three years after the PlayStation 5
Market Pulse on December 6th
S&P 500 3145,91 +28,48.
To Be or Not to Be: That is the VR Question
Whenever I talk to innovative educators about VR, the excitement and buzz are deliciously palpable. That’s not the usually the case for school leaders, however. Nor is it true for educators of the slow-to-adopt-new-things variety. As evidence, let me mention two recent requests from the leadership at educational conferences, both asking me to highlight in my presentations not only when it makes great sense to employ virtual reality in learning, but also
Israeli clean fuel cells aim to slash diesel pollution
GenCell’s hydrogen-powered generators can provide power to people lacking centralized electricity and do good for the environment at the same time.
Huddersfield reportedly lead the chase for Tommy Smith signature
Championship club Huddersfield Town lead the chase for the signature of former Ipswich Town favourite Tommy Smith, reports The Telegraph.
Family's tribute to 'wonderful' father as they honour his last wish
Tributes have been paid to a
New £70,000 play area opens after 'huge team effort' from villagers
Children in a Suffolk village finally have a place to play - after the community worked together to secure a new £70,000 playground.
East of England nuclear contracts top £650m as Hinkley C contractors turn their attention to Sizewell C
More than £650m worth of nuclear contracts have been awarded to East of England companies for a nuclear power plant project which is set to provide the template for Sizewell C, it has been revealed.
Is this the most exclusive restaurant in Suffolk?
Forage Kitchen has just 20 seats and is conjuring up some of the most inventive food you'll discover in the east of England.
Lack of funds sees Cape Town 2020 Triathlon World Cup leg scrapped
The International Triathlon Union World Cup will not return to Cape Town in 2020 due to lack of sponsorship.
Dennis seals 'dream move' to Team Ineos
World individual time trail champion Rohan Dennis has signed a deal with Team Ineos, the British cycling outfit announced.
Madrid-based Fintech StudentFinance Raises $1.27 Million in Seed Round Led by Seedcamp
StudentFinance, a Fintech firm launched by the founders of Uniplaces, recently revealed that it had secured €1.15 million (appr. $1.27 million) in seed fundin
UK Digital Security Platform Smartlands Will Tokenize Own Equity. Offering to be Sold in the US via Broker Dealer
UK based Smartlands will be tokenizing its own equity selling a 3.5% equity stake in the platform, according to a note from the company. Smartlands is a digital
Blockchain: Tim Draper Backs VC Goren Holm Ventures, Firm Rebrands as Draper Goren Holm
Prominent venture capitalist and blockchain proponent Tim Draper has backed LA-based blockchain-focused venture firm. Goren Holm Ventures has received an invest
Smart Electric Bike Startup Cowboy Set to Launch Equity Crowdfunding Raise on Crowdcube
Cowboy, a Belgium-based smart electric bike startup, has announced plans to launch an equity crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube later this week. The funding rou
An Industry in Transition: ThinCats Exits P2P Lending to Focus only on Institutional Money
Last week, P2P property lender Landbay announced it would no longer accept retail money as it moved away from the peer to peer lending model. Managing P2P inves
Legaltech: India’s Lawyered, a Legal Technology Company, has Raised $100,000 from Angel Investors
Finding a good law firm to work with can be challenging, however, Lawyered aims to make it simpler, easier and faster to get the legal services companies may ne
Starling Bank Adds First Legal Services Partner to Business Marketplace
UK-based digital banking platform Starling Bank announced on Monday it has added its first legal services partner, Sparqa Legal, to its business marketplace. Ac
Canadian Fintech FlexPay Secures $6 Million Through Latest Investment Round Led By Impression Ventures
FlexPay, a Canada-based fintech that uses AI and machine learning to help merchants recover lost revenues from declined transactions, announced on Monday it sec
Hungary’s Central Bank Issues Warning stating that Traditional Lenders Might Be Forced Out of Market Due to Competitive Fintech Firms
Some of Hungary’s financial institutions might be forced to exit the market as they may not be adequately prepared to continue to compete with challengers fro
Catching Up: NatWest Adds More Features to Banking App
The race to compete with emerging Fintechs is compelling most all banks to up their game. This is good for the consumer. Better service and lower costs (hopeful
Blockchain, A Four-Time Waltz: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Libra & the CBDCs – The Need for a New Balance
We have deliberately chosen to limit our presentation, for pedagogical reasons, to the four fundamental periods represented by the emergence of Bitcoin, Ethereu
Regtech: Centenal, CustomerXP, Dathena, IDfy, Merkle Science are the Top 5 Asian Regulatory Tech Firms according to Regtech100
Regtech100 recently published its latest list of the world’s top or best 100 regulatory technology (Regtech) firms. There were five Regtechs on the list that
House Democrats lay out case for formal Trump impeachment as President tweets his scorn
The House Judiciary Committee received a detailed summing up of the impeachment case against President Donald Trump as both sides of politics began to feel the pressure.
Study points to Aussie tooth decay issues
A new study has revealed high rates of untreated tooth decay among Australian adults.
SIPRI: Global arms industry sales up 4.6% worldwide, U.S. companies dominate Top 5
For the first time since 2002, the top five spots in the ranking are held exclusively by U.S.-based arms dealers.
Lies, damn lies and superannuation
It’s fair to say that Industry Super Australia (ISA) has a vested interest in raising the superannuation guarantee (SG) from the current 9.5% to 12%, since this would result in more funds under management to ‘clip-the-ticket’ on, and more fee revenue.
Luno Planning To Add Ripple To Its List By Early 2020
Luno, the cryptocurrency exchange, seems to be making waves of late. Less than a month after it officially announced its comeback in Malaysia and plans to expand its cryptocurrency list, the company recently announced that
realme Buds Air Revealed; Supports BlueTooth 5.0 And Instant Pairing
As we’ve previously reported last week, realme had announced of expanding its product range to include devices such as wearables and true wireless audio. Debuting soon in Indian markets, the company revealed its first ever
EP emir launches ‘ZADK’ Saudi Culinary Academy
In his speech after cutting the ribbon formally inaugurating the academy, Prince Saud said: “The Saudi youth have become an example to be followed in their creativity in many fields. The Saudi citizen is capable of transferring the Kingdom’s culture to the world with professionalism and competence. There are vast opportunities before the Saudi youth with the food sector witnessing considerable development. Investment in this field is promising, provided high quality standards are followed in all aspects."
Benchmark Lowers Harvard Bioscience (NASDAQ:HBIO) to Buy
Harvard Bioscience (NASDAQ:HBIO) was downgraded by analysts at Benchmark to a “buy” rating in a research note issued to investors on Monday, The Fly reports. HBIO has been the subject of several other research reports. ValuEngine cut Harvard Bioscience from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Tuesday, October 22nd. Zacks […]
Tennant (NYSE:TNC) SVP Sells $40,004.36 in Stock
Tennant (NYSE:TNC) SVP David W. Huml sold 506 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, December 4th. The shares were sold at an average price of $79.06, for a total value of $40,004.36. Following the completion of the transaction, the senior vice president now directly owns 12,879 shares in the […]
Mindexcoin Price Tops $0.0010 on Major Exchanges (MIC)
Mindexcoin (CURRENCY:MIC) traded 0.3% lower against the dollar during the 1 day period ending at 11:00 AM ET on December 9th. One Mindexcoin token can now be bought for about $0.0010 or 0.00000013 BTC on cryptocurrency exchanges including EtherDelta (ForkDelta), Token Store, LATOKEN and Mercatox. Mindexcoin has a market capitalization of $674,350.00 and approximately $7,246.00 […]
Peony (PNY) Achieves Market Cap of $21,714.00
Peony (CURRENCY:PNY) traded down 1.2% against the dollar during the 1-day period ending at 8:00 AM Eastern on December 9th. During the last week, Peony has traded 5.6% higher against the dollar. Peony has a market cap of $21,714.00 and $267.00 worth of Peony was traded on exchanges in the last 24 hours. One Peony […]
Zen Protocol (ZP) Hits Market Capitalization of $736,884.00
Zen Protocol (CURRENCY:ZP) traded 8.6% higher against the U.S. dollar during the 1-day period ending at 8:00 AM ET on December 9th. Zen Protocol has a market capitalization of $736,884.00 and approximately $2,007.00 worth of Zen Protocol was traded on exchanges in the last day. One Zen Protocol coin can currently be bought for approximately […]
Sutter Rock Capital Corp. (NASDAQ:SSSS) Receives Consensus Recommendation of “Strong Buy” from Analysts
Shares of Sutter Rock Capital Corp. (NASDAQ:SSSS) have been given an average broker rating score of 1.00 (Strong Buy) from the two brokers that provide coverage for the stock, Zacks Investment Research reports. Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a strong buy recommendation. Analysts have set a one year consensus price target […]
Sandler O’Neill Downgrades FB Financial (NYSE:FBK) to Hold
FB Financial (NYSE:FBK) was downgraded by investment analysts at Sandler O’Neill from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report issued to clients and investors on Monday, The Fly reports. Several other analysts also recently weighed in on FBK. Zacks Investment Research raised shares of FB Financial from a “sell” rating to […]
Dinero (DIN) Price Hits $0.0002 on Top Exchanges
Dinero (CURRENCY:DIN) traded up 0.5% against the U.S. dollar during the 24 hour period ending at 12:00 PM Eastern on December 9th. During the last week, Dinero has traded 4.4% higher against the U.S. dollar. One Dinero coin can currently be bought for $0.0002 or 0.00000003 BTC on popular exchanges including Graviex, Trade Satoshi, CryptoBridge […]
Gemini Dollar (GUSD) Price Up 1.2% This Week
Gemini Dollar (CURRENCY:GUSD) traded down 0.2% against the dollar during the twenty-four hour period ending at 12:00 PM Eastern on December 9th. One Gemini Dollar token can currently be purchased for about $1.00 or 0.00013392 BTC on exchanges including DEx.top, HitBTC, The Rock Trading and Bibox. In the last week, Gemini Dollar has traded up […]
Patterson Companies (NASDAQ:PDCO) PT Raised to $22.00
Patterson Companies (NASDAQ:PDCO) had its target price hoisted by Robert W. Baird from $19.00 to $22.00 in a research report report published on Friday, AnalystRatings.com reports. Robert W. Baird currently has a neutral rating on the stock. PDCO has been the subject of a number of other reports. Wolfe Research set a $17.00 target price […]
Analysts Set CarMax, Inc (NYSE:KMX) PT at $97.58
Shares of CarMax, Inc (NYSE:KMX) have received an average rating of “Buy” from the fifteen analysts that are currently covering the firm, Marketbeat reports. Four analysts have rated the stock with a hold recommendation and ten have assigned a buy recommendation to the company. The average 12 month price objective among brokers that have issued […]
Magenta Therapeutics (NASDAQ:MGTA) Receives Neutral Rating from Goldman Sachs Group
Goldman Sachs Group reaffirmed their neutral rating on shares of Magenta Therapeutics (NASDAQ:MGTA) in a research note issued to investors on Friday, BenzingaRatingsTable reports. The brokerage currently has a $18.00 price objective on the stock. MGTA has been the subject of several other reports. ValuEngine cut Magenta Therapeutics from a hold rating to a sell […]
Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ:ULTA) Price Target Raised to $230.00
Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ:ULTA) had its target price raised by Nomura from $215.00 to $230.00 in a report published on Friday morning, BenzingaRatingsTable reports. The brokerage currently has a reduce rating on the specialty retailer’s stock. A number of other brokerages also recently issued reports on ULTA. Stifel Nicolaus dropped their price target on Ulta Beauty […]
AICHAIN (AIT) Achieves Market Cap of $438,636.00
AICHAIN (CURRENCY:AIT) traded down 1.8% against the U.S. dollar during the twenty-four hour period ending at 12:00 PM ET on December 9th. One AICHAIN token can currently be purchased for $0.0008 or 0.00000011 BTC on popular exchanges including CoinEgg, BCEX, FCoin and OTCBTC. AICHAIN has a total market cap of $438,636.00 and $22,239.00 worth of […]
Cabot Oil & Gas Co. (NYSE:COG) Receives Consensus Rating of “Buy” from Analysts
Cabot Oil & Gas Co. (NYSE:COG) has been assigned a consensus recommendation of “Buy” from the seventeen ratings firms that are covering the firm, MarketBeat.com reports. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, six have issued a hold rating and nine have assigned a buy rating to the company. The […]
Lennar (NYSE:LEN) Research Coverage Started at Goldman Sachs Group
Goldman Sachs Group initiated coverage on shares of Lennar (NYSE:LEN) in a research report released on Friday morning, 24/7 WallStreet reports. The firm issued a buy rating and a $71.00 price objective on the construction company’s stock. Several other research analysts have also issued reports on the stock. JMP Securities increased their target price on […]
-$0.31 Earnings Per Share Expected for Arlo Technologies Inc (NYSE:ARLO) This Quarter
Wall Street brokerages expect Arlo Technologies Inc (NYSE:ARLO) to post earnings of ($0.31) per share for the current quarter, according to Zacks Investment Research. Three analysts have provided estimates for Arlo Technologies’ earnings, with the lowest EPS estimate coming in at ($0.32) and the highest estimate coming in at ($0.29). Arlo Technologies posted earnings per […]
Zacks: Embotelladora Andina SA ADR Series B (NYSE:AKO.B) Receives Average Recommendation of “Strong Sell” from Brokerages
Embotelladora Andina SA ADR Series B (NYSE:AKO.B) has been given a consensus broker rating score of 5.00 (Strong Sell) from the one brokers that cover the stock, Zacks Investment Research reports. One analyst has rated the stock with a strong sell rating. Brokerages have set a 1-year consensus price target of $16.00 for the company, […]
Go-Ahead Group plc (LON:GOG) Receives Average Rating of “Hold” from Analysts
Go-Ahead Group plc (LON:GOG) has earned an average recommendation of “Hold” from the seven ratings firms that are presently covering the stock, MarketBeat Ratings reports. One research analyst has rated the stock with a sell recommendation, three have assigned a hold recommendation and three have issued a buy recommendation on the company. The average 1 […]
Insider Selling: Five9 Inc (NASDAQ:FIVN) CMO Sells 3,007 Shares of Stock
Five9 Inc (NASDAQ:FIVN) CMO Ryan Kam sold 3,007 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, December 4th. The shares were sold at an average price of $67.33, for a total transaction of $202,461.31. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available through the SEC […]
ABB (NYSE:ABB) Receives New Coverage from Analysts at Barclays
Research analysts at Barclays assumed coverage on shares of ABB (NYSE:ABB) in a research report issued on Monday, BenzingaRatingsTable reports. The firm set an “overweight” rating on the industrial products company’s stock. ABB has been the subject of a number of other reports. JPMorgan Chase & Co. reiterated a “sell” rating on shares of ABB […]
Bring your dog to visit Santa and support the LSPCA - Talk of the Town
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Once propped up by Qatari high-rollers, Saudi city prays for truce
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Mexico rejects US trade deal proposals on steel, aluminum
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Jeff Bezos says employee activists are wrong and Silicon Valley firms should feel comfortable doing business with the US military
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Boeing is promising 3 fixes to the faulty system behind the 737 Max crashes to let pilots stop it from forcing the plane into an unstoppable nosedive
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Berlin's Mayor Michael Mueller with "Meng Yuan"
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Elizabeth Warren reveals she earned $2 million from 30 years of private legal work as she feuds with Pete Buttigieg over financial transparency
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NASA says core stage of next Moon rocket now ready
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Ripple Director of Product Launches XRP Entertainment Marketplace for Music
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Petrol Price Reaches Rs 75 Per Litre, Diesel Crosses Rs 66 Mark, First Time in One Year
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LG Launches Its Flagship Dual-screen Smartphone in Japan
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Horn hears frustration from constituents over impeachment
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Ex-Fed Chair Volcker dies, tamed inflation with recession
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Your History Book Somehow Missed This: World War II's Failed Cloaking Device
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Eskom’s crisis escalates: Stage 6 load shedding will strike South Africa tonight
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Naspers spin-off Prosus ups Just Eat offer to £5.1-billion
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Another Summer Walker Show Turns Into A Flip Flop!
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Johnson ‘looking at’ abolishing BBC licence fee
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WABC hosts annual party for employees and their kids
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7 of the Craziest Water Slides around the World
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Prosus Boosts Just Eat Bid To $6.5B
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Jimmy John’s Launches Loyalty Program
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Fed Study: Electronic Devices Used In 24 Pct. Of Consumer Payments
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NEW DATA: Behind The Consumer’s Surging Interest In Mobile Card Apps
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GM Enters $2.3B JV To Further Production Of Electric Vehicles
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How Truckers Keep On Transacting
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Macy’s Spotlights Women-Owned Businesses With SoGifted
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Credit Unions Find Opportunity In Payments Disruption
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Payments Role In Innovating Appointment-Based Businesses
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Can Buy Now Pay Later Solutions Cut Through The Holiday Noise?
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Goldman Plans To Launch Robo Adviser Next Year
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Why SamsClub.com CEO Says It’s A $60B Tech Start-Up
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Biden blames staff, says nobody ‘warned’ him son’s Ukraine job could raise conflict
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Elon Musk cleared in 'pedo guy' defamation trial
Tesla CEO said his faith in humanity is restored.
Michelle Obama on Trump impeachment push: 'It's surreal'
Former first lady Michelle Obama weighed in on the House Democrats' impeachment inquiry against President Trump Monday, calling the proceedings "surreal."
Coca-Cola's 'Star Wars'-themed bottles come with light-up lightsabers on the label
The latest coveted “Star Wars” collectible isn’t found in toy stores, but rather in the refrigerated aisles of 7-Eleven locations around Singapore.
Florida city issues summons for 7-year-old parking violation
A Florida city mailed a summons to a vehicle owner seeking payment for a parking violation that was seven years old.
House Judiciary Committee holds hearing on impeachment evidence: Live updates
The House Judiciary Committee is holding an impeachment hearing Monday where committee lawyers are presenting evidence in the case, as Democrats begin to draft articles of impeachment against President Trump at the direction of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
Betway to sponsor SJAK tourney
The tournament is open to all journalists.
The case against Mike Sonko
A breakdown of the specific charges the Nairobi governor faced.
Mike Sonko gets 2 more nights in cell
Ahead of a bond ruling, prison authorities will confirm his claims of being sick.
Nakuru MCAs pass bill to promote tourism
The Bill which has been forwarded to Governor Lee Kinyanjui for assent.
KITOTO: My wife is a serial cheater but says I don’t trust her
The foundation one lays is key to the performance of any relationship.
Wa Iria party wants Helb loans waived
Mwangi urges Helb to stop charging interest on student loans.
A look inside Intare Arena in Kigali
The facility was built to spur Rwanda's meetings, incentives, conferencing, exhibitions (MICE) segment
Kenya spent Sh437m in Amina's lobby for AU job
Kenya spent Sh437.7 million in its failed bid to capture the African Union Commission chairmanship.
Rate cap: Who between governor and banks will blink first?
Njoroge has a tough task of ensuring that in post rate capping regime, Wanjiku is protected from ravenous lenders
Raila: Leave 2022 poll talk out of BBI
He says the top priority for him and Uhuru is to cure electoral anxiety.
LIFE BY LOUIS: The high school pep-talk
I have been trying to encourage my friend that the school is quite good and the boy will turn out just fine
Toronto Film Critics Association names Parasite the year's best movie
The Body Remembers When The World Broke Open, Antigone and Firecrackers are nominated for the best Canadian film prize
Human motion capture through a novel wearable multi-linkage sensory system
Jen-Yuan Chang, National Tsing Hua University, lifts the lid on human motion capture through a novel wearable multi-linkage sensory system
These noise cancelling headphones with deep bass and week-long battery are too good to cost $29.99
Black Friday 2019 and Cyber Monday 2019’s big sale on Sony noise cancelling headphones was fantastic, but you still had to pay hundreds for them and not everyone wants to cough up that kind o…
The incredible new Bose 700 headphones weren’t on sale for Black Friday, but they’re $50 off for Green Monday
You know the Bose QC35 Series II headphones that everyone thinks are Bose’s best wireless noise cancelling headphones? Well, they’re great, but Bose recently released a new higher-end p…
If you thought HP was stopping deals after Cyber Week, think again
It’s pretty unbelievable how much amazing tech you can get during the weeks leading up to and right after Thanksgiving. Because, let’s be honest, while you’re spending time with y…
How the heck is the Instant Pot Duo 60 back down to $49 on Amazon?!
You’ll find a whole bunch of great Instant Pot deals for Green Monday over on Amazon if you check it out right now, but there’s one deal in particular that we can’t believe. After…
M’sian Man Is Looking For Kind Stranger Who Hid His Keys In His Helmet To Keep Them Safe
I'm sure we all have made blunders before, whether it was forgetting to off the lights or sometimes, forgetting to take out the frozen chicken from the fridge for your mother! However, this man in Penang made a very big mistake that would cost him a lot if not for…
Electricity vandals throw nine Anambra communities into darkness
EEDC on Monday said that about nine communities were affected by the power outage resulting from the vandalism of the Enugwu-Ukwu 33KV line
Yahaya approves additional N550m for payment of gratuities to retirees
Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has approved the release of an additional N550 million for the payment of gratuities to the state retirees.
Corruption: EFCC recovers N217.2m in Benin Zonal office
Benin Zonal Office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered about N217,268,236 million between January and December.
Travelstart takes over Jumia Travel
Weeks after it closed shops in Cameroon and Tanzania, Jumia, the largest e-commerce operator in Africa, has offloaded its travel operations to Travelstart. In the new arrangement, Jumia will still promote the travel category on its platforms but Travelstart will be responsible for the “operational side of the business.” “This partnership will ensure we remain […]
Damages claim by Angela Kerins adjourned until January
A High Court claim for damages by former Rehab CEO Angela Kerins over her treatment by the Dáil Public Accounts Committee has been adjourned until January.
Airtel scraps expiry dates on data, voice as subscriber numbers continue to grow
NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 - Airtel Kenya has launched no expiry data and call rates that will allow customers to spend as low as 1 bob for 5MB data and to make calls at 2bob
Sonko remanded until Wednesday to await bail ruling
and JOOSEPH MURAYA NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 – Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko and his co-accused persons were on Monday sent to remand prison after facing - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
NSE raises Sh8.7mn to support cancer control initiatives
NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 - The Nairobi Securities Exchange raised Sh8.7 Million in cash and in kind in its fifth annual Charity Trading Day bringing the total amount raised over the course of five years
Minet Wins Insurance Brokerage of the Year Award
NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 - Insurance brokerage firm, Minet Kenya has been voted the Best Insurance Brokerage Company of the year for 2019 at this year’s Think Business Insurance awards. The firm was also awarded the
Sonko lawyers want him granted bail because Nairobi has no Deputy Governor
NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 – Lawyers representing embattled Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko were at pains to convince the court Monday to free him on bond after - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
IN PICTURES: Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko’s day in court
- Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
Feds charge Volkswagen with violating environment law for faking emissions tests
OTTAWA — German auto giant Volkswagen appears ready to strike a plea deal with Canada after being charged Monday for allegedly importing cars into this country that company executives knew violated . . .
Near Space Labs releases high-resolution imagery API
Near Space Labs unveiled an application programming interface Dec. 9 offering access to high-resolution imagery captured by cameras on weather balloons.
Made In Space Europe wins LSA contract to develop inexpensive robotic arm
Made In Space Europe and Luxembourg Space Agency won a European Space Agency contract to develop an inexpensive robotic arm for space applications.
Sligo snap-up journeyman American midfielder Will Seymore
Sligo Rovers have continued building for the 2020 SSE Airtricity Premier Division campaign with t...
DART security alert system receiving dozens of passenger texts each month
Fireworks being set off on-board, passengers drinking and taking drugs and people urinating on pl...
Some online speculation about Trevor Deely's disappearance is "outrageous", sister says
The sister of Trevor Deely has said some of the online speculation about her brother's disappeara...
Slowdown only cyclical, India's growth potential not lost: Chief Economic Advisor
Subramanian said that there was, needless to say, a slowdown in the economy but it needs to be assessed whether it was structural or cyclical in nature. Indias GDP growth in Q1 of the current financial year, fell to a 6-year low of 5%, while Q2 slowed down further to 4.5%. The Reserve Bank of India has also lowered its GDP forecast for 2019-20 from 6.1% to 5%.
The next booster shot to revive economy may not be far away
Going by what the indicators are showing so far, third quarter doesn't hold any hopes of revival.
At $1.6 trillion a day, EM FX trading outpaces major peers
Currency trading grew at a faster pace in emerging markets than developed nations.
Bank of Baroda to sell up to 1.04 crore UTI AMC shares in IPO
Last week, the country's largest lender State Bank of India (SBI) had approved diluting up to 8.25 per cent stake in UTI AMC.
Piyush Goyal demands reciprocal access for Indian companies abroad
Foreign cos wont be allowed in local contracts unless India Inc gets to compete in those nations, said Goyal.
Oil bulls gearing up for a rally, but Trump may play spoilsport
Oil traders should remain cautious and not get too carried away by the Opec+ saga.
Supreme Court's five-judge Constitution bench to begin hearing on pleas against abrogation of Article 370
A 5-judge Constitution bench headed by Justice N V Ramana will commence the hearing on a batch of petitions including that of private individuals, lawyers, activists and political parties like National Conference, Sajjad Lone-led J&K Peoples Conference and CPI (M) leader Mohd Yousuf Tarigami.
Govt further caps stock limit on onion retailers to 2 tons to check hoarding
Last week, govt had reduced the stock holding limit for retailers to 5 tonnes from 10 tonnes while that on wholesalers to 25 tonnes from 50 tonnes as onion prices were ruling high up to Rs 150 per kg. Retail onion prices have risen in the past two months due to short supply owing to fall in production of kharif (summer) crop after heavy rains.
Goldman raises oil forecast on Opec output cuts
The bank revised its Brent spot price forecast to $63 per barrel for 2020.
Go for quality in consumption stocks: Andrew Holland, Avendus Capital
The auto sector corrected in the past year and that is why we see value and prices rebounding in some cases
Army fires US precision guided Excalibur rounds for first time using M777 howitzers
The firing of the Excalibur rounds took place as part of the armys training procedure. A precision guided kit was also tested.
View: Saudi Aramco's $2 trillion dream isn't really about oil
Saudi officials have taken to the oil sectors investor relations style with aplomb.
10 CLSA India employees may join Jefferies: ET NOW
CLSA analysts Mahesh Nandurkar and Ashish Agrawal are among those employees who are making the switch.
Jaguar Land Rover sales fall 3.4% in Nov
The sales of Jaguar brand were at 11,464 units during the month, down 23.1 per cent per cent from November 2018, Tata Motors said in a BSE filing. Land Rover sales stood at 35,078 units, up 5.5 per cent per cent from the same month last year, it added. Tata Motors-owned Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) on Monday reported 3.4 per cent decline in total retail sales.
Ease of Doing Business: Karnataka to pick lessons from New Zealand
Karnataka aims to see an increase in economic growth and job opportunities with an improvement in ease of doing business. Officials must work towards bringing Bengaluru to the forefront in ease of doing business index.
Central GST falls short of budget estimate by 40pc in April-November
CGST collection during Apr-Nov stood at Rs 3.28 lakh crore against budgeted estimate of Rs 5.26 crore.
Tariff hikes to double telcos' Ebitda: Crisil
In the last few weeks, Airtel, Vodafone and Jio have increased their tariff- a first since 2016.
F&O: Market to see major selloff if Nifty slips below 11,888 mark
In monthly options, maximum Put open interest was at 12,000 followed by 11,500 levels.
Recent cut in corporate tax rate was done to boost investments: CEA
"Private investment is the driver of economic growth. Steps that we are taking, be it corporate tax rate cut, be it code on wages and industrial relations, is to try and create a more favourable environment for investment," Chief Economic Adviser KV Subramanian said at the FICCI Young Leaders Summit. He said investment is required for a sustained economic growth.
YES Bank likely to reject $1.2 billion offer from Canada’s Braich
The offer from Braich and SPGP made up 60 per cent of the planned capital raising.
Stay away from YES Bank till fund raising takes place: Gurmeet Chadha
There is news that YES Bank may deny Erwin Singh Braichs offer. My sense is while the board recommended it, it is probably having a rethink on how it is going to work out with RBI. My advice to investors is to stay away from YES Bank till the fundraise actually happens. The frequent flip-flop is fast becoming a joke.
Most foreign funds not massively overweight on India: Ayon Mukhopadhyay, IIFL Securities
Reforms in the NBFC sector can increase the GDP by 1 to 2%, says Mukhopadhyay.
Pakistan, Asian Development Bank sign loan agreement worth USD 1.3 billion
On Friday, the bank said it has approved a USD 300 million policy-based loan that will help Pakistan to address financial sustainability, governance, and energy infrastructure policy constraints in country's energy sector.
Trucking giant Celadon files for bankruptcy after ex-officials charged with fraud
An Indiana trucking company with nearly 4,000 employees said Monday it filed for bankruptcy and will shut down all operations, just days after two former officials were charged in a fraud
Sports Illustrated owner Maven taps former publisher of New York magazine
New York magazine’s publisher Avi Zimak has been named to a top post at Maven, the tech and publishing company that is overseeing Sports Illustrated. Zimak, who also served as chief revenue officer
Lebanon’s Greek Orthodox Archbishop: Country Ruled by One Person, Armed Group
Sharp remarks by Greek Orthodox Archbishop Elias Aude on Sunday sparked a wave of counter reactions among Lebanon’s political and religious figures. Aude celebrated a mass in downtown Beirut, marking the 14th anniversary of the assassination of law
Palestinians in Bethlehem Look beyond Religious Tourism
For decades, the people of Bethlehem have watched tour buses drive up to the Church of the Nativity, disgorge their passengers for a few hours at the traditional birthplace of Jesus, and then return to Israel. But in recent years a new form of touris
Saudi Arabia Backs Investment in Wireless Sensors to Forecast Floods, Weather Conditions, Natural Disasters
Two Saudi investment funds have revealed financing a promising wireless environmental sensor project. This step comes in line with the Kingdom’s attempt to support and bolster technical innovations and exerted efforts by private financing entities to
Pertamina offers 20 percent off avtur in eastern Indonesia during holiday traffic
State-owned oil company Pertamina will temporarily slash avtur prices by 20 percent at selected airports in eastern Indonesia ahead of expected heavy traffic during Christmas and New Year.
Indo-Pacific connectivity needs support for good governance
Importantly, common governance rules and standards will address issues of sustainable financing and quality infrastructure, transparency in project preparation and accountability in project execution.
Government nickel ore export ban to hit newly listed company
From its exports in 2018, Ifishdeco earned Rp 365 billion (US$26 million), more than double the Rp 140 billion pocketed from domestic sales.
Listed firm plans integrated property projects to weather bleak industry outlook
Bank Indonesia's policy to lower loan-to-value (LTV) ratios for mortgages by 5 percentage points, effective since Dec. 2, will likely improve the property sector.
Jeff Bezos says employee activists are wrong and Silicon Valley firms should feel comfortable doing business with the US military
Bezos said it's the responsibility of management to push back against employee outrage towards military contracts.
I'm young, single, and healthy, but I just bought $300,000 of life insurance and it was a no-brainer
Realizing that my own death could create a financial burden for my family members made it clear to me that life insurance is a no-brainer.
Elon Musk's win over Vernon Unsworth was a miscarriage of justice, according to Unsworth's lawyer
Jurors ruled that Elon Musk calling British cave diver Vernon Unsworth "pedo guy" on Twitter did not qualify as defamation.
An American trucking giant is expected to declare bankruptcy — and it may leave more than 3,200 truck drivers stranded and jobless
Celadon is said to be declaring bankruptcy this week, and that collapse may leave thousands of truck drivers jobless and away from home.
The first trailer for the 'Wonder Woman' sequel is finally here. Watch Gal Gadot's return as the superhero.
Warner Bros. debuted the trailer for the DC sequel at Brazil's CCXP on Sunday. It will be in theaters June 2020.
McDonald's black franchisees are fighting to earn as much as their white counterparts, as dozens leave the company they once considered family
Over the past decade, black franchisees have seen the disparities between them and the rest of McDonald's franchisees grow.
Marmite haters converted with hypnosis
The powerful techniques were deployed by a qualified hypnotist and the results caught on camera
Christmas done cheaper with everything you need under £100- including food and booze
Get everything you need for Christmas in one quick swoop for MUCH less than your usual splurges
Morrisons giving customers free bags of wonky carrots to help with Rudolph tradition
Morrisons supermarkets across the UK will be giving away 125,000 paper bags of wonky carrots to customers
How common abusing parent spaces is in car parks - and how much it could cost you
A snapshot revealed just how often people are willing to break the rules and risk an expensive penalty
Walgreens Exclusive X-Men Stepford Cuckoos Figure Coming in Spring
Phoebe, Mindee, and Celeste heads come with one single body, alternate hands, power effects, and a Cerebro helmet. Completists will want three.
Watchmen Season 1 Episode 8 – What Did You Think?!
A God walks into a bar and changes Angela Abar's life forever in the penultimate episode of HBO's Watchmen season 1.
Crisis on Infinite Earths Episode 1 – What Did You Think?!
Supergirl and the Arrowverse heroes faced their ultimate challenge as the Crisis on Infinite Earths crossover event began with a bang.
Star Wars December Figure Reveals Include Two New Troopers
At a convention in Germany this weekend, Hasbro took the time to announce even more Star Wars figures on the way. And a price increase.
Donn McClean reflects on the week's action in Ireland
Our columnist dissects Sunday's John Durkan Memorial Chase at Punchestown and there are plenty of horses who caught his eye elsewhere.
U.S. Dollar Czar: “No Need” for Fed Issuing Digital Dollar in Next 5 Years
In recent weeks, there has been growing talk among influential U.S. figures concerning the prospects of "digitizing" the dollar via blockchain technology.
Tim Draper Asserts $250,000 Still in Bitcoin’s Scope as Price Flails
For some reason or another, many investors and analysts have begun to fear the worst for the medium-term outlook of the Bitcoin market over the past few months.
Ethereum Istanbul Upgrade Goes Live: Here’s Why its Important
Ethereum Instanbul brings a number of improvements to the network and brings the chain one large step closer to the implementation of Serenity
2020 Nissan Navara N-Trek Warrior pricing: from $62,990 drive-away, in showrooms now
Nissan Navara Warrior will undercut the Ford Ranger Raptor by up to $20,000, is thousands less than a HSV Colorado SportsCat and shadows Toyota HiLux Rugged X.
2020 McLaren GT pricing and specs
More than a 570S, less than a 570GT – the new GT is going for the Goldilocks zone in the McLaren line-up.
2020 Kia Seltos Sport FWD review
There's a new small SUV in town, with chiselled good looks and plenty of kit. Not everything about the Kia Seltos is perfect, though.
People banned from keeping cars at 'fire trap' flats but they can still live there
EXCLUSIVE: The Decks development is fitted with the same material that contributed to the devastating fire at The Cube student block in Bolton last month
Diners barred for life over video showing them 'snorting drugs' at city restaurant
Police are investigating after the video was circulated on social media
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis discusses top bank accounts for children
Martin also told parents which method not to bother with
Forgotten Liverpool loanee heads back to Merseyside to resolve future as latest loan deal expires
Brazilian midfielder Allan Rodriguesde Souza has had six loan spells since signing for the Anfield side and the latest one has just come to an end.
Might Bite may go back over hurdles after Aintree mishap
Nicky Henderson looking at going back to smaller obstacles after early exit in the Many Clouds Chase on Merseyside
Coleen Rooney backs Deliveroo after 'misleading' advert ban
Another advert by the delivery service, which aired in March, was also banned two months ago
Dalat Hasfarm said to have raised $70m from Lombard Investments
International private equity firm Lombard Investments said to have invested $70 million in Vietnamese floriculture company Dalat Hasfarm in lieu of a majority stake.
HP Omen X 27 Review: The Fastest 1440p Gaming Monitor
The HP Omen X 27 is a standard 1440p display (2560 x 1440), but it pushes the refresh rate up to 240Hz for the first time. We've had 240Hz available on 1080p monitors for some time, but 1440p hasn't been able to step up to the super high refresh podium until now with these modern panels.
The first Nokia-branded smart TV launches tomorrow
Gadgets 360 reports that the Nokia television boasts a 55-inch 4K screen (16:9) with a 60Hz refresh rate and an Android-based operating system. Its sound quality could be the TV’s biggest draw as it features JBL audio tech and 24-watt speakers.
Cadillac Live lets you browse the showroom floor without leaving home
Cadillac earlier this year launched a live virtual showroom for Canadian customers. One part personal shopper, one part interactive digital showroom, the feature allows potential buyers to conduct a one-way video chat with a product specialist so they can learn…
‘Tis the Season for Hats! Join Us for Winter Bash 2019
Around the globe, we look forward to celebrating traditions that are unique to us, our families, and our communities. The season gives us a chance to reflect, makes us smile, and helps bring us all together.
‘Tis the Season for Hats! Join Us for Winter Bash 2019
Around the globe, we look forward to celebrating traditions that are unique to us, our families, and our communities. The season gives us a chance to reflect, makes us smile, and helps bring us all together.
In Focus: Chelsea's Champions League opponents Lille
Christophe Galtier's side are strong in Ligue 1 but prop up Group H.
Monday's Premier League transfer talk news roundup: Timo Werner, Marouane Fellaini, Arturo Vidal
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for the Premier League on Monday, December 9 ahead of the January transfer window.
West Ham United considering Darren Randolph reunion?
West Ham United are allegedly interested in securing a reunion with goalkeeper Darren Randolph, who left for Middlesbrough as recently as 2017.
Monday's La Liga transfer talk news roundup: Ousmane Dembele, Arturo Vidal, Gareth Bale
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for La Liga on Monday, December 9 ahead of the January transfer window.
Tottenham Hotspur to move for Marouane Fellaini?
Tottenham Hotspur boss Jose Mourinho is allegedly interested in signing former Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini during the January transfer window.
Barnsley demand compensation over Daniel Stendel
Hearts say their new boss was no longer a Barnsley employee when they began negotiations.
Manchester City 'preparing for Pep Guardiola exit'
Manchester City are reportedly planning for Pep Guardiola's departure amid fears that he could leave the current Premier League champions at the end of the season.
Monday's Formula 1 news roundup: Lewis Hamilton, Helmut Marko, Daniel Ricciardo
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest Formula 1 news on Monday, December 9.
James Maddison 'on verge of new Leicester City deal'
Leicester City are reportedly ready to hand midfielder James Maddison a new long-term contract at the King Power Stadium.
Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale rules out Premier League return?
Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale allegedly rules out the possibility of a return to the Premier League in one of the upcoming transfer windows.
Leicester City among clubs keen on Charlton Athletic forward Macauley Bonne?
Leicester City are reportedly among three clubs who are keen on signing Charlton Athletic forward Macauley Bonne.
Monday's Premier League transfer talk news roundup: Frank Lampard, Timo Werner, Jose Mourinho
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for the Premier League on Monday, December 9 ahead of the January transfer window.
Cristiano Ronaldo 'regrets leaving Real Madrid'
Juventus forward Cristiano Ronaldo allegedly regrets leaving Real Madrid before the start of the 2018-19 campaign.
AstraZeneca’s Calquence impresses in previously untreated CLL
AstraZeneca’s Calquence has been buoyed by impressive survival data in previously untreated chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, stacking up its case for dominance in the therapy area.
Armed with new data, BMS plans filings for Celgene CAR-T liso-cel
Shortly after closing its takeover of Celgene, Bristol-Myers Squibb has reported a positive trial for liso-cel, one of the
The 2019 CPhI Pharma Index Report
Examining this year’s industry performance
Sangamo steps up BioMarin chase with haemophilia gene therapy data
Sangamo has been playing catch-up with BioMarin in the race to develop a gene therapy for haemophilia A, but new data reported at the ASH 2019 congress suggest Pfizer-partnered SB-525 could gain ground.
Bluebird bio’s sickle cell gene therapy shows early-study benefit
Bluebird bio’s gene therapy for sickle cell disease (SCD), LentiGlobin, has demonstrated significant benefit in a small group of patients treated in a phase 1/2 study.
Spec Comparo: KTM 390 Adventure vs Royal Enfield Himalayan vs BMW G 310 GS vs Kawasaki Versys-X 300
The Himalayan is the most affordable in the comparo while the Versys-X 300 is the priciest
BSVI Yamaha YZF-R15 V3 launched in India for Rs 1.45 lakh - Gets a drop in power figures
Along with the cleaner running engine, the R15 V3 now gets features such an engine-kill as it senses the kickstand has been lowered. And dual-horn will be a standard offering.
Gerard Detourbet, creator of the Renault Kwid and Duster, passes away
Gerard Detourbet was a mathematics professor who joined Renault in 1971 and helped bring to life most of firm's successful cars in emerging markets
Tata Altroz first drive review
This is by far Tatas best vehicle yet with the potential to take the fight to its rivals.
Saudi prince's ambitions hinge on triumphant Aramco sale
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) - Saudi Arabia is expected to set a new record for the largest stock flotation in history on Wednesday with the sale of part of Aramco, the state-owned oil company valued at $1.7 trillion.
Palestinians in Bethlehem look beyond religious tourism
BETHLEHEM, West Bank (AP) - For decades, the people of Bethlehem have watched tour buses drive up to the Church of the Nativity, disgorge their passengers for a few hours at the traditional birthplace of Jesus, and then return to Israel.
SunTrust, BB&T banks complete merger, creating Truist
The merger between Atlanta-based SunTrust and Winston-Salem, N.C.-based BB&T has been completed, creating the nation’s sixth-largest bank, serving about 10 million consumer households,...
Stocks slip as investors weigh outlook for US-China trade
Tokyo (AP) - Stock markets weakened during European trading on Monday as investors weighed the possibility of more U.S. tariffs on China and the outlook for negotiations on the trade dispute.
Small business hiring slow, likely to remain so, reports say
NEW YORK (AP) - Two reports last week show that small business hiring still lags behind the strong job growth reported at larger companies, and that owners are unlikely to increase their staffs significantly in 2020.
Flamboyant governor of Kenya's capital charged with graft
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) - The flamboyant governor of Kenya's capital city, Nairobi, has been charged with 19 counts of graft-related charges as the country struggles to tackle runaway corruption.
Mexico may accept US steel trade rule, rejects aluminum
Mexico may accept U.S. requests for greater regional content on steel, as long as there is a five-year phase-in period.
West Virginians head to Canada to find affordable insulin
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) - A group of West Virginians left the country Sunday in search of affordable insulin - they went to Canada, where insulin prices are reported to be about a tenth of what it costs people in the United States.
Big investors up call for governments to take climate action
MADRID (AP) - More than 600 institutional investors managing a whopping $37 trillion in client assets called Monday for governments to step up their efforts against climate change.
Former Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker has died
Paul Volcker, who as Federal Reserve chairman in the early 1980s elevated interest rates to historic highs and triggered a recession as the price of quashing double-digit inflation, has died, according to his office.
The Ultimate Sit-Stand Desk Costs Less Than You Think
Autonomous is a company making high-quality standing desks, and the SmartDesk 2 Home Office is more affordable than you might expect.
Bluecoins is a simple-to-use personal finance app with tools for budgeting and account management
Bluecoins is an easy-to-use personal finance manager that can help you manage your expenses, create a budget, and keep a track of your income.
E-scooter company Unicorn goes bust after spending big on Facebook ads
The Texas-based company reportedly sold just 350 of its $699 commuter scooters.
‘Tisoy’ retired as name of tropical cyclone
Destructive typhoon “Tisoy” (international name: Kammuri) will soon be retired by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) from its list of tropical cyclone names due to the cyclone's massive damage to infrastructure and agriculture.
Bong Go: Manila Water should be held liable for failing to construct sewer, wastewater system
Administration ally Senator Christopher “Bong” Go said on Monday that Manila Water Company, Inc. should be held liable for environmental damage because of their failure to construct a sewerage and wastewater system as stated in their contract.
Gatchalian urges DTI, DA to closely monitor prices of basic goods
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has urged the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the Department of Agriculture (DA) to closely monitor the prices of basic goods and commodities this month as Filipinos celebrate the Yuletide season.
Task force submits 2nd set of proposed constitutional amendments to House panel
The Inter-Agency Task Force on Constitutional Reforms (Task Force CORE) insisted its proposed constitutional amendments will strengthen political parties as public institutions, prohibit turn-coatism (balimbing), make the anti-political dynasty provision of the Constitution self-executing, advocate for finance reform through the creation of a democracy fund, and extend the terms of local government officials to five years with one reelection.
Dozens suffer losses in sham cryptocurrency scheme in Masaka
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Tighter climate rules seen erasing US$2.3 trln in firms’ value
Tighter government climate regulations by 2025 could wipe up to US$2.3 trillion off the value of companies in industries ranging from fossil fuel producers to agriculture and car makers, an investor group warned, Reuters reports. Any abrupt policy shifts risk severely disrupting current investment strategies, Principles of Responsible Investing (PRI), a group representing investors with…
China says hopes to reach trade deal with US as soon as possible
China said it hopes to make a trade deal with the United States as soon as possible, Reuters reports. “On the question of China-US trade talks and negotiations, we wish that both sides can, on the foundation of equality and mutual respect, push forward negotiations, and in consideration of each others’ core interests, reach an…
Government debt is not a free lunch
With interest rates on government debt at multi-decade lows, a number of leading economists have argued that almost every advanced economy can allow debt to drift up toward Japanese levels (over 150 percent of GDP even by the most conservative measure) without any great concern about long-term consequences. Advocates of much higher debt might be…
Volvo XC40 Recharge – EV influenced by Tesla Model 3
Volvo's first electric vehicle, the XC40 Recharge, wouldn't have been the same if it wasn't for the arrival of the Tesla Model 3. Volvo's chief technology
GALLERY: Aston Martin DBX SUV at St Athan factory
As you've probably read by now, Aston Martin has opened its doors to its new factory in St Athan, Wales, and yours truly was there to provide you with
Former Oracle Product Manager Claims He Was Forced Out For Refusing to Sell Vaporware
A former Oracle employee filed a lawsuit against the database giant on Tuesday claiming that he was forced out for refusing to lie about the functionality of the company's software. The civil complaint, filed on behalf of plaintiff Tayo Daramola in U.S. District Court in San Francisco, contends tha...
How a duct-taped banana restored my faith in stupidity
I am in awe of Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan, who convinced three rich idiots to cough up between 175,000 and 220,000 dollary-doos for a duct-taped banana on a wall.
Using Kyoto credits to meet Paris agreement 'misses the point': Garnaut
A reliance on "carryover credits" to meet an emissions reduction pledge will ultimately cost the economy more than taking decisive climate action, Ross Garnaut says.
Australia and coal: If the supply is reduced, renewables look better
Age readers discuss federal Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese backing the case for Australian coal exports.
Myaree customers safe from wheel clamp threat after company's contract pulled
Customers and patrons parking outside a group of shops in Myaree won't have their wheels clamped, according to a local property and business owner.
False fire cladding claims caught out by regulator's new teeth
Fire testing reports have been a frequent focus of the Queensland Building and Construction Commission since it was granted stronger investigative powers.
A2 Milk wanted a change agent but was rattled by Hrdlicka's speed
The sudden departure of a2 milk chief executive Jayne Hrdlicka has shocked investors but the discord between her and the board rendered the CEO continuing in the job impossible.
Russia banned from Olympics and World Cup for doping
The World Anti-Doping Agency has banned Russia from major international sports events for four years.
Your Daily Horoscope for Tuesday, December 10
Free daily horoscope for each star sign. Forecasts for the week ahead in life, love and career.
Feeling 'smushed' helps some people switch off, so I tried it
New products, such as weighted blankets, are claiming to help those with anxiety feel safe. Wellbeing writer Sarah Berry tried one out.
Hankook Tire CEO indicted on charges of bribery, embezzlement
Cho Hyun-bum, chief executive of Hankook Tire & Technology, South Korea's largest tire maker by sales, was indicted for taking bribes and embezzling corporate funds, prosecutors said Monday.Cho is suspected of receiving kickbacks worth around 600 million won (US$503,778) from subcontractors and siphoning off some 200 million won from Hankook's affiliated companies, according to the prosecutors' office. In January...
FTC to probe ‘slave’ contracts of Korean esports players
Amid the recent controversy over unfair contracts of young professional esports players in South Korea, the Fair Trade Commission on Monday pledged to comb through the relevant regulations and examine all contracts.Currently, the watchdog is undertaking preliminary inspections of Korea e-Sports Association’s standard contract and a full-fledged review of major esports teams will begin as soon as possible, a FTC...
[Pankaj Mishra] India’s problems bigger than Modi
A new narrative about India is suddenly emerging. Until very recently, India appeared to be a great democracy as well as a rising economic power, a potential partner of the West in its policy of containing China. Writing in Time magazine in 2015, no less a moral and political authority than Barack Obama hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi as India’s “reformer-in-chief” who “reflects the dynami...
Storytelling platform Wattpad to open office in Halifax in the new year
Storytelling platform Wattpad says it will open what it calls a second headquarters in Halifax to tap into the city's talent pool as the company grows.
“You’ve Got to Have Courage!” BP on Going “All-In” on the Cloud
The initial business case for a BP cloud migration was tight, admits Stewart Fry, BP's global VP for enterprise IT, with a laugh. But going all-in on AWS...
Decision on six bus companies in Dhaka by March, says Mayor Khokon
Dhaka South Mayor Sayeed Khokon says a decision could be made by March to bring the buses operating in Dhaka under six companies as part of an effort to discipline public transports.
Finland picks world's youngest PM, women-led cabinet
Finland's new prime minister - the world's youngest premier - will have a finance minister two years her junior in a new women-led coalition cabinet after a political shake-up, party officials said on Monday.
Blow for Man Utd as touted transfer target could pen new contract with PL rivals
Red Devils linked with swoop for star man...
Suzi Godson's Sex Advice: My wife wants us to watch porn together?
My wife and I are in our fifties and she has just started using porn. She thinks it will enhance our sex life if we watch it together, but I find the idea a total turn-off.
Fashion firm ordered to pay sales exec. €94k as case hears CEO hacked her intimate photos
A chief executive of a fashion company here hacked into a female colleague’s phone and downloaded the woman's personal intimate photos.
Couple loses defamation claim against Dublin restaurant whose staff asked them to pay dinner bill
The judge said it was probably Glen McCarthy’s argumentative attitude in the Harbourmaster Bar and Restaurant that had led to the proceedings being taken.
'Some stuff we receive is disgraceful': Charity asks public to stop donating soiled or dirty items
Members of the public who donate to homeless charities this Christmas are asked to refrain from handing in soiled duvets and underwear or blankets which have previously been used by dogs and are covered in hair.
Michael Clifford: Is Boris Johnson the man for the moment?
Mike Sutcliffe thinks Boris is the man for the moment.
Tank: Chamber blasts Saskatoon budget despite business-friendly taxes
The business lobby group calls city hall's two-year budget 'disappointing' even though the city boasts a favourable commercial tax ratio.
Finland’s Sanna Marin to become world’s youngest prime minister
At just 34, the Finnish social democrat will be confirmed as the new leader on Tuesday
Fishshack owner to sell restaurants in rescue deal
Financial woes forced chain to seek court protection from creditors in August
Irish skincare company Integumen raising £1.4m from share placing
Company to use funds to help boost revenues as it looks to double size of its laboratory
Farmers blockade Tesco in ongoing row about beef prices
IFA president says supermarket’s half-price beef sale is an ‘insult to farmers’
Wonder Woman 1984 first trailer: Gal Gadot is back – this time with Kristen Wiig
Kristen Wiig plays villainous Cheetah in clip that also reunites Gadot with Chris Pine
Thefts of defibrillators over weekend is criticised
CCTV footage shows two men stealing defibrillator from outside a shop in Drogheda
Mainstream taps Rothschild for equity partner search
Eddie O’Connor owns 55% of company
Tesco shares jump on possible sale of Asian business
Share price soars as grocery chain announces review of its Asian operations
Big European firms ‘dodging China-US tariffs by shifting supply chains’
European companies are ‘settling in’ to the trade war, Chamber president says
This world is just not designed for women
Andrew Hill: ‘Pink it, shrink it and make it a bit crap’
Workers to have legal right to tips paid by credit or debit cards, says Minister
Regina Doherty to expand scope of planned legislation governing payment of wages
Commuter hell: ‘My daily commute is affecting my mental health’
Commuter-belt living is fruitful for some, but the majority are dismayed by transport links
HSBC Holdings shuffles executive ranks ahead of restructuring
Interim CEO plans to close some parts of the sprawling bank’s business and sell others
Court seeks clarification before approving €2.9m debt write-off for Frank McNamara and Theresa Lowe
Further information sought by High court judge on musician’s financial affairs
CEO hacked employee’s phone and downloaded ‘intimate’ images
WRC awards ex-worker with fashion firm €94,000 for sexual harassment and unfair dismissal
Rondo Food to close Co Wicklow plant with loss of 135 jobs
Pet food maker plans to move facility to Germany early next year
You too could have your nest egg looked after by Goldman Sachs
Bank to offer wealth management services to individuals with as little as $5,000
MacBook Pro Diary: A glitch with the restore, but an informative one at least
My MacBook Pro problems had one more episode in store for me: after getting the repaired machine back from Apple, there was a glitch after restoring it from a clone. I cloned the original SSD to an external drive using Carbon Copy Cloner. When I got the repaired machine back, it was effectively a brand […]
Swiss cable company offering alternative remote to control Apple TV, like Apple’s own IR remote
A Swiss broadband provider, Salt, uses the Apple TV as a faux-cable box for its home fibre broadband customers, similar to deals Apple has struck with other cable companies around the world. Apparently, some of Salt’s customer base aren’t too happy with the normal Apple TV input method and the company is now offering an […]
Apple’s Safari privacy features are driving down prices for advertisers at the cost of accuracy
In the two years since Apple released Safari’s Intelligent Tracking Prevention feature that keeps websites from tracking users around the web, it looks to have almost totally eliminated the ability for advertisers to market to specific demographics. A new report from The Information dives into how Apple’s offensive against ads has made things more difficult for […]
‘Marriage Story’ tops Golden Globe Award nominations with 6
Noah Baumbach’s divorce portrait “Marriage Story” leads the 77th Golden Globes with six nominations including best motion picture, drama.
Walmart apologizes for Christmas sweater with drug reference
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Walmart issued an apology for a Christmas sweater on the store's Canadian website that featured a reference to doing illicit drugs.
Beyonce teases gender-neutral Ivy Park x Adidas collection
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Beyoncé is giving a glimpse of her Ivy Park x Adidas collection.
WWE releases Luke Harper, Sin Cara and The Ascension
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Luke Harper, Sin Cara and tag team The Ascension consisting of Konnor and Viktor have been released by WWE.
Couples break two Guinness records for mistletoe kissing
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Beer company Anheuser-Busch gathered a total of 896 couples at three U.S. locations to kiss under mistletoe and break two Guinness World Records.
Severn Trent celebrates up-and-coming stars with Tech Awards sponsorship
West Midlands utility is backing the leaders of tomorrow by sponsoring the Young Tech Talent category at our annual awards
Deadline for green belt housing protests on Wolverhampton border
Last chance for Wolverhampton residents to contact South Staffs Council over proposed development to build 1,350 new homes on much-loved green belt land near borders
West Brom to make contact with FIFA as Barcelona maintain Barry blank
West Brom transfer news | Louie Barry left Albion in the summer for a dream move to Barcelona - but the Catalan giants still haven't forked out the compensation
Benefit claimants hit out at 'patronising' £10 Christmas bonus that hasn't gone up for 40 years
Those on benefits who qualify for the annual bonus launch savage attack on scheme and say they'd rather be left in peace than have the stress of a DWP envelope dropping through the letterbox
Michelle Obama calls impeachment proceedings 'surreal'
Former first lady Michelle Obama called the impeachment proceedings into President Donald Trump and Ukraine surreal as the House's inquiry heads into the homestretch.
Appeals court appears skeptical of challenge on Trump payments
A three-judge federal appeals court panel appeared skeptical during oral arguments Monday about letting a group of more than 200 congressional Democrats sue President Donald Trump over foreign payments to his businesses.
Global weapons sales up; US leads market
The global arms industry continues to grow with total sales up 4.6% last year, according to data from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) released Monday.
Virgin Galactic's stock could soar 726%, Morgan Stanley says
Virgin Galactic's stock is soaring after an analyst said its space planes could one day disrupt the air travel industry, potentially raking in nearly a trillion dollars a year in sales.
Editorial: A fair and equitable repeal
As the discussion of Edgewood High School’s interest in expanding its sports field on campus has gone on for the last couple of years we’ve gained a better understanding of the complexities of the relationship between the city, the Monroe Street neighborhood and the three institutions on the campus.
Lord & Taylor returning to New York with pop-up store
Lord & Taylor is reopening in New York less than a year after shuttering its flagship department store. But the new store will only be open for a limited time.
Walmart apologizes for Christmas sweater with apparent drug reference
Walmart is saying sorry for making available a Christmas sweater with an apparent drug reference.
Disney: Star Wars movie could trigger seizures in people with epilepsy
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the highly anticipated conclusion to the Skywalker saga, could trigger seizures in photosensitive people, Walt Disney Studios said.
Paul Volcker, former Fed chairman, dies at 92
Paul Volcker, the former chairman of the Federal Reserve known for his battles against inflation in the late 1970s and early 1980s, has died. He was 92.
T-Mobile, Sprint head to court to defend merger
Attorneys general from more than a dozen states are flexing their legal muscles in a landmark trial that could block T-Mobile's $26 billion merger with Sprint.
Better Business Bureau shares tips on how to avoid scams, thefts during holiday season
The Wisconsin Better Business Bureau is sharing tips on how to avoid popular scams and package thefts this holiday season.
Bad news for Trump — 60% of Americans say the surging stock market doesn’t affect them
Most Americans don’t seem to care that much about the stock market’s performance.
Jeff Bezos says employee activists are wrong and Silicon Valley firms should feel comfortable doing business with the US military
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos threw his weight behind the US Department of Defense on Friday, saying that unless big tech companies collaborate with the US military, “this country is in trouble.”
We broke down the differences between credit card points and frequent flyer miles — here’s why you should be collecting both
Even though a ton of credit cards offer “points” or “miles” for every dollar you spend, those points can be very different things. Each bank and frequent flyer program has its own rewards currency that can be used in different ways. That makes it complicated when you’re trying to choose a credit card; two different cards could offer double points on purchases, but those points could have different values, and could be best for two different things.
30 beauty gifts under $25 — including Le Labo lip balms, customizable Glossier sets, Givenchy makeup sponges, and more
Between your family, friends, partners, friends’ partners, co-workers, dog walker, and the barista who knows your coffee order, holiday gifting can add up – especially if you’re tempted to treat everyone.
I’m young, single, and healthy, but I just bought $300,000 of life insurance and it was a no-brainer
When you're young, single and healthy, life insurance is probably the furthest thing from your mind. After all, you're in the prime of your life and have other expenses to think about. You're saving for retirement, a home, or investing for your future. Putting funds towards an event that is statistically unlikely to happen in the immediate future sounds like a waste of money. At least that's what I thought. The importance of having life insurance didn't hit home until I lost two younger family members within the same year. Both passings were unexpected and a complete shock. These were two perfectly healthy young men in their early 20s. Friends and family pitched in to cover funeral expenses, which provided the families one less thing to worry about during difficult times. Nothing makes up for the loss of a loved one, but the removal of that financial stress allows grieving families some reprieve. Their deaths made me realize life insurance is a no-brainer These events got me thinking about how absurd my invincibility…
The Fed’s liquidity problem hasn’t yet gone away — and an abrupt shock may be looming in 2020
Even with hundreds of billions of dollars in new liquidity created out of thin air, it’s too soon for the Fed to signal a clear coast for repo markets.
The 9 best airline credit cards for earning miles to book free flights
If you want to book free flights, a credit card from an airline or a bank that partners with frequent flyer programs is a must. Not only will you earn miles on every purchase you make, but you can also earn a welcome bonus that can jump-start your frequent flyer account balance and help you book an award flight sooner than you’d think.
While you were still using Airbnb to spend a weekend in a stranger’s home, the company was quietly expanding into boutique hotels and entire Airbnb-branded buildings
Airbnb may be on its way to becoming a hotel company.
Amazon is opening an office in NYC’s Hudson Yards. Here’s a look inside the $25 billion development that that was financed with money meant for ‘distressed’ urban areas.
Hudson Yards, New York City’s new $25 billion megadevelopment, is now the city’s most expensive neighborhood, with a median sales price of nearly $5 million.
People are paying hundreds of dollars a night to go on meditation retreats where speaking is banned, and it shows just how far the ‘wellness generation’ is taking things
Modern life is stressful.
A British oil stock tanked 60% after the shock resignation of the CEO and head of exploration
Tullow Oil, a British oil company, tanked on Monday morning after the company announced the resignation of its CEO and exploration director as well as cutting its production guidance. Tullow’s board also suspended its dividend.
A truckload giant just filed for bankruptcy, and it leaves nearly 3,000 truck drivers jobless
The trucking “bloodbath” of 2019 is ending on a remarkably sour note.
I’ve been sleeping on these $20 AmazonBasics sheets that have more than 20,000 online reviews — here’s how they feel
There are a lot of different ways to spend $20. You can buy dinner out or a kitchen tool to help you make a meal at home. You can go see a movie. Or, you can sleep comfortably at night.
Monopolies don’t just threaten the future of America — they change how we watch TV
“A lot of people talk about our crisis of capitalism,” Matt Stoller announces early in the latest episode of “Pitchfork Economics,” “but what’s really going on is a crisis of monopoly.”
Boeing is promising 3 fixes to the faulty autopilot behind the 737 Max crashes to let pilots stop it forcing the plane into an unstoppable nose-dive
Boeing is promising three fixes for the faulty autopilot system widely attributed as a cause of two deadly crashes by the 737 Max plane, CBS News reported Sunday.
10 things you need to know before the opening bell
Here is what you need to know.
A cancer-drug developer’s stock just surged more than 100% after Merck agreed to a multi-billion-dollar takeover
Cancer-drug developer ArQule spiked as much as 102% in early Monday trading after Merck said it would acquire the firm in a $2.7 billion takeover.
The best pre-lit artificial Christmas trees
Growing up on a farm in the Blue Ridge Mountains, our Christmas tree came straight from our woods, or if there wasn’t a good candidate that year, we bought from a Christmas tree farm.
17 habits of self-made millionaires who retired early
It takes a lot of diligence and dedication to retire early as a self-made millionaire.
Months after hype, Mahathir says Malaysia shouldn’t have called its big drone a ‘flying car’
Malaysia should not have called its latest drone project a flying car, Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad admitted on Sunday (Dec 8).
I didn’t believe the hype around the Philips air fryer until I tried it myself — here’s why I’m a convert
In 2010, Philips introduced the first air fryer at a consumer electronics fair in Berlin, Germany. Since then, the appliance has taken off with dozens of brands introducing different styles.
Google’s billionaire cofounders Sergey Brin and Larry Page dropped a surprise visit on a PhD student who sits in Page’s old office at Stanford
A PhD student at Stanford got a big surprise on Friday night.
The best online deals and sales happening now
We rounded up the 10 best sales and deals happening online today, with savings on the Nintendo Switch, Adidas sneakers and clothing, home goods at Target, and Anker charging accessories.
A Nobel Prize winner dispels myths about retirement, real-estate investing tips, and advice for family-estate planning
Dear Readers,
McDonald’s black franchisees are fighting to earn as much as their white counterparts, as dozens leave the company they once considered family
Many black McDonald’s franchisees say they consider the fast-food giant to be a sort of McFamily. They have “ketchup in their veins,” dreaming of passing locations of the fast-food chain down to the next generation.
Flying cars could lure investors away from ground-based services: survey
(Reuters) - Electric air taxis — known colloquially, if somewhat misleadingly, as “flying cars” — could draw millions of investor dollars away from ground-based transportation start-up firms in 2020, according to a study released on Monday.
W Series sees growing sponsor interest in women's sport
LONDON (Reuters) - The all-female W Series, which announced its first major sponsor at the weekend, is talking to several global brands amid increased interest in women’s sport at boardroom level, according to chief executive Catherine Bond Muir.
Brazil cattle feedlots grow amid environment pressure, efficiency drive
SAO PAULO (Reuters) - The use of feedlots to finish beef cows will likely grow in Brazil, home to the world’s largest commercial cattle herd, a survey by Dutch animal nutrition and health company DSM showed on Monday.
Take Five: Euphoria to despair and back again
(Reuters) - 1/ELECTION NIGHT FEVER
Stocks, gold gain as trade war spurs both hopes, concerns
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Global equity markets advanced on Monday as stocks on Wall Street held near record highs on hopes U.S.-Sino talks delay a U.S. tariff deadline this coming Sunday, while gold rose as investors hedged against a possible escalation in the trade war.
Swelling U.S. IPO backlog points to crowded 2020 field
(Reuters) - More and more companies are putting plans for U.S. initial public offerings (IPO) on ice this year because of investor pushback against their valuations, creating a backlog that could make stock market debuts more challenging in 2020.
France's EDF to accelerate growth in renewable projects
PARIS (Reuters) - State-controlled utility EDF is targeting around 30% of the French solar power market by 2035 and aims to develop around 1 gigawatt (GW) of solar capacity per year from next year, the head of the company’s renewables business said on Monday.
Brooklyn gets New York's biggest battery park from Italy's Enel
MILAN (Reuters) - Italy’s Enel has installed New York City’s biggest battery storage system, which it said on Monday will help power the Brooklyn area during periods of peak demand.
Jumia Technologies to suspend Jumia Foods delivery service in Rwanda
NAIROBI (Reuters) - Online retailer Jumia Technologies said on Monday it would suspend food and drinks delivery service Jumia Foods in Rwanda effective Dec. 9.
U.S.-Israel tech firm WalkMe raises $90 million
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - U.S.-Israeli tech firm WalkMe said on Monday it raised $90 million in a funding round led by investment group Vitruvian Partners.
Tighter climate policies could erase $2.3 trillion in companies value: report
LONDON (Reuters) - Tighter government climate regulations by 2025 could wipe up to $2.3 trillion off the value of companies in industries ranging from fossil fuel producers to agriculture and car makers, an investor group warned in a report.
Hydropower industry awarded $20 million in EU funds
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - A consortium of 19 hydropower companies and organizations said it will receive European Union funding of 18 million euros ($20 million) to research the green energy form’s role, as the 28-member bloc seeks to become carbon neutral by 2050.
Xerox expects revenue growth of up to $1.5 billion with HP takeover
(Reuters) - Xerox Holdings Corp (XRX.N) expects its proposed acquisition of personal computer company HP Inc (HPQ.N) to result in sales growth of as much as $1.5 billion for the combined company, according to a presentation by the printer maker.
Oil slips as weak China exports highlight trade war impact
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Oil prices fell on Monday after data showed Chinese exports declined for a fourth straight month, sending jitters through a market already concerned about damage to global demand by the trade war between Washington and Beijing.
Swedbank revamps management after money laundering probe
STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Swedbank (SWEDa.ST) said on Monday its chief risk officer was leaving as the Swedish bank’s new CEO revamps its structure to regain customer trust after a money laundering scandal sent its shares down 40% in the past year.
France to ban dozens of glyphosate weedkillers amid health risk debate
PARIS (Reuters) - France’s health and environment agency said on Monday it was banning dozens of glyphosate-based weedkillers, most of the volume of such products sold in France, ruling there was insufficient data to exclude health risks.
Bankrupt PG&E to take $4.9 billion more charge on wildfire victim claims
(Reuters) - PG&E Corp said www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/75488/000095015719001393/form8-k.htm on Monday it would take a pretax charge of $4.9 billion in the current quarter related to the settlement of claims from victims of some of most devastating wildfires in California's modern history.
General Motors pulls out of Russian car assembly business with Avtovaz deal
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia’s biggest automaker Avtovaz said on Monday it would buy out General Motors (GM.N) from their joint venture producing vehicles in Russia under the Chevrolet brand, effectively ending GM’s presence in car assembling in the country.
EU regulators to review rules defining companies' market power
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - EU regulators will review two-decade old rules that determine if companies have the market power to throttle rivals or control prices to take into account globalization and digitalization, Europe’s antitrust chief Margrethe Vestager said on Monday.
Just Eat takeover battle hots up with fresh $6.5 billion Prosus bid
AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - Prosus (PRX.AS) raised its unsolicited cash offer for British food delivery service Just Eat (JE.L) to $6.5 billion on Monday, ratcheting up the pressure on rival bidder Takeaway (TKWY.AS) in their bitter takeover battle.
Swedish court clears Stora Enso over largest wildfire in decades
STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - A Swedish district court on Monday acquitted Finnish paper firm Stora Enso of responsibility for causing Sweden’s largest wildfire in 40 years, instead fining a subcontractor.
Quake hits Florence area, trains temporarily suspended
ROME (Reuters) - An earthquake struck north of Florence on Monday morning, sending people fleeing from their homes, damaging some buildings and causing cancellations or severe delays to trains across Italy.
Housing market heating up
The housing market is heating up ahead of the holidays, with positive signs of growth, according to ASB's latest quarterly housing confidence survey. The results suggested house price inflation was picking up and the upturn was expected to last until the middle of next year. House price expectations rose for the second quarter in a row, with confidence back to average levels at 27 percent, although regional differences remained. Meanwhile, a net 13 percent of respondents said it was a good time to buy a house - the highest level in seven years. However, ASB chief economist Nick Tuffley said there was still a way to go before the market could be thought of as "hot".
A2 Milk chief executive resigns
More than a billion dollars has wiped off the value of New Zealand's biggest company this morning following the surprise resignation of A2 Milk's chief executive. In a market announcement, Jayne Hrdlicka said she had not anticipated the amount of travel involved when she took up the role 18 months ago. Jayne Hrdlicka would be replaced by the former chief executive Geoff Babidge, while the company began a global search for her replacement. The company, which is dual listed in New Zealand and Australia, opened sharply lower at the open this morning, wiping more than a billion dollars off its market value. The shares were trading about $14.30 in the first 15 minutes of trading, from $15.17 on Friday, with a market value of $10.52 billion, compared with $11.63b on Friday.
When Discord's Down, All Hell Breaks Loose
Google’s suite of cloud computing services were hit with some technical difficulties most of the day Saturday that caused connectivity problems on at least one of the services dependent on it: Discord, a chat and voice platform geared towards gamers (don’t worry, it’s back up now).
Percy Pig Advent Calendars Are Filled With Chocolate and We Might as Well Just Give Up on Life
The legendary Percy Pig has a spiffy looking advent calendar that might as well be filled with nothing.
How Do You Justify This Super-Pricey Smart Mug
An average mug costs between £2 and £5, while a nice travel mug goes for around £10-£20, or maybe a little more if you’re feeling fancy. So how on earth does a company justify a smart mug that costs well over £100?
You Can Order Apple's Mac Pro and Its Killer Display This Week
Apple’s much-anticipated beast of a machine, the Mac Pro, and its corresponding badass new display, the Pro Display XDR, will be available to order on 10 December, per a promo the company emailed to customers.
Netflix Has Scrapped Its Free 30-Day Trials Because You're a Cheap Arsehole
Netflix is either making another seemingly anti-consumer move, or there's enough people playing silly buggers to warrant the decision.
Vodafone Rolling out Half-Sized SIMS as Part of New Plastic Reducing Policy
Vodafone has announced a new initiative to cut down on the amount of plastic it uses, and the half-sized SIM holder is part of that.
Google's Finally Ditching Support for Its Explorer Edition of Glass
Google Glass will soon receive the final nail in its coffin – as a consumer-marketed product, that is. The company announced this week it’s rolling out one final update to its Glass Explorer Edition. But don’t worry: The wearable’s more industry-focused yet still equally dorky-looking brethren, the Enterprise Edition, will continue receiving support. And so the Google Glass brand lives on. Praise be.
The Upcoming OnePlus 8 Series Could Feature a Budget Lite Model
Next year might see OnePlus return to offering consumers a low cost handset alongside its flagship smartphones.
Jumia to Cease Operations in Rwanda, Shuts Down Jumia Travel in Nigeria
Jumia is continuing with its optimization moves where they'll cease operations in Rwanda and shut down Jumia Travel in Nigeria
Airtel Announces Out of Bundle Rates, Revamps Amazing Data Bundles
Airtel has announced No Expiry Bundles and revamped Amazing Bundles which is good news for their customers
NFL star Khalil Mack pays off 300 holiday layaway accounts at Walmart in his hometown
Chicago Bears star linebacker Khalil Mack is spreading Christmas joy by paying off all the holiday layaway accounts at a Walmart in his hometown of Fort Pierce, Florida.
Walmart apologizes for Christmas sweater with apparent drug reference
Walmart issued an apology for a Christmas sweater sold on its website that features an image of Santa Claus behind a table with white lines on it that appear to depict cocaine.
Chipotle has nurses who check if workers are actually sick or just hungover
At a conference last week, the CEO of Chipotle said the restaurant chain now has nurses on call who check whether some workers who call in sick are actually ill or just hungover.
Mexico rejects US trade deal proposals on steel, aluminum
Mexico's foreign minister said Sunday the country would not accept a US proposal for steel and aluminum production under the new trade deal, saying it would leave Mexico at a disadvantage.
Pump prices on rollback this week
Budget of Filipino consumers for fuel this week will be partly eased, as pump prices will be on a new round of rollback at the scale of P0.40 per liter for gasoline and kerosene; and P0.10 per liter for diesel.
Asian shares rise after buying mood on Wall Street ends week
TOKYO — Asian shares were mostly higher Monday cheered by a buying mood on Wall Street that came at the end of last week.
Turkish football fans sign contract to quit smoking en masse
A football fan group in Turkey hopes to lead the way in an inspiring anti-tobacco drive which they recently inked into reality with a mass contract to quit...
European bank finances Turkish bus-ticketing app
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has provided $4 million in equity financing to Turkish online bus-ticketing service...
Artificial intelligence extends average life expectancy
Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers acceleration in the treatment of patients as it can estimate and analyze data quickly when symptoms occur, according to...
Two Turkish firms in world's top arms makers see their turnover surge in 2018
Arms sales of two Turkish firms listed in the sector’s largest 100 companies increased in 2018 as they managed to maintain their rankings in the list, a...
Central bank changes required reserve regulations
The Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey (CBRT) on Monday lowered the reference values it uses to determine required reserve ratios for banks, while...
OPEC reaches deal to cut oil production
The powerful Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its allies reached a deal Friday to cut production by 500,000 barrels per day in...
Trans Adriatic Pipeline nearly completed, will be operational in October 2020, says official
Over 90% of the Trans Adriatic Pipeline (TAP), the European leg of the Southern Gas Corridor (SGC), is completed and will start delivering Azerbaijani gas...
Turkey to establish logistics centers in African countries
Turkey is establishing logistics bases in African countries after seeing an exponential rise in trade in the last 16 years thanks to the country's Africa initiative
Turkey climbs higher in Human Development Index
Turkey made it into the 'very high development' category of UNDP's Human Development Index in 2018, the UN agency announced on Monday, thanks to higher life expectancy and improved standard of living
Broad participation of Turkish auto parts suppliers in major Shanghai fair
Turkey, along with Taiwan and Germany, saw the highest turnout at the 15th Automechanika Shanghai, which brought together the world's leading auto parts...
Get A $30 Amazon Credit When You Purchase A Nintendo Switch
Amazon is running a sale on the Nintendo Switch right now. It's not really a discount in the price of the Nintendo Switch, instead, you can get a $30
The Bose Headphones 700 Just Got Its First Price Drop, Now $349
The brand new Bose Headphones 700 that are replacing the Quiet Comfort 35 Series II headphones, just got their first price drop. We're looking at $50 off
Electronics Deals – December 9, 2019: Anker, Dash, Crest & More
Today only, Amazon is selling Anker charging accessories for up to 40% off of their regular price. As part of its Gold Box Deal of the Day. Making it a
Redmi K30 Shown In Real-Life Images Prior To Launch
Redmi has been releasing quite a few teasers for the Redmi K30, and the phone has just surfaced in real-life images. If you take a look at the gallery
Samsung Galaxy S11+ To Use An "Exclusive" 108MP ISOCELL Sensor
It seems like Samsung is developing an exclusive, custom 108MP ISOCELL camera sensor for the Galaxy S11+ flagship. At least according to the latest rumor.
The Roomba That Won Black Friday Is Now Even Cheaper
Amazon has just dropped the price of the iRobot Roomba 671 down to $195, in its Gold Box Deal of the Day today. This brings it even lower than the Roomba
Blockchain Technology And Mobile Apps In 2020
Blockchain technology has the power to revolutionise all corners of tech and the future of blockchain and mobile apps in the future is promising.
The Dash Air Fryer Is Down To $69.99 Today
In Amazon's Gold Box Deal of the Day today, it is also discounting the Dash Air Fryer. It is now just $69.99, saving you $30 off of its regular price.
Ulefone Shares 6 Reasons Why You Should Buy The Armor 7 For Christmas
Ulefone is very proud of its Armor 7 handset. The company announced that phone a while back, and is now sharing reasons why you should consider getting
Save Up To $150 On Google Pixel 4 & Get Google WiFi Free
Amazon has a rather unique deal going on right now for the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL. You can save up to $150 on these new smartphones, and you're getting
Save Up To 40% On Anker Charging Accessories In This One-Day Amazon Sale
Today only, Amazon is discounting a number of Anker's most popular charging accessories, as part of its Deal of the Day. Allowing you to save big on
Prime Minister Boris Johnson 'looking at' getting rid of the BBC licence fee
Could it be under threat?
Robbie Williams teases he'd be up for I'm A Celebrity next year
It might cost a few quid to get him on board, though
Shoppers go wild for Lidl's melting dark chocolate and salted caramel cottage
Christmas treats don't come much better than this!
Morrisons is giving away 125,000 free bags of wonky carrots for Rudolph
Santa's reindeers' traditional Christmas Eve treat
Iceland launches Christmas party food bundle with over 250 pieces for just £15
Anyone else feeling peckish?
Highlights of the day: Memory maker slows fab construction
Although the memory market looks to be heading towards a recovery in 2020, suppliers are cautious about expanding supply. Winbond is building a new plant in Kaohsiung, southern Taiwan, with completion originally slated for year-end 2020 and commerical production for 2021. But now the company has now to January 2022. Meanwhile, ASE reportedly is the one providing semiconductor for packaging Qualcomm's freshly launched Arm-based processors for notebooks.
For IT pros, adding blockchain skills can pad your paycheck – by a lot
Beefing up on skills around blockchain development, management or engineering can earn techies some big bucks above their current salary.
GRAINS-Soybeans at 2-week high as China tariff waivers add to trade hopes
* Soybeans up for 5th session on hopes of U.S.-China deal * China to exempt some U.S. soybeans, pork from tariffs * Wheat eases, corn little changed ahead of USDA data (Updates with European trading, changes byline/dateline) By Gus Trompiz and Naveen Thukral PARIS/SINGAPORE, Dec 9 (Reuters) - Chicago soybean futures rose for a fifth straight session on Monday to their highest in almost two weeks, after China's announcement last week about tariff waivers for U.S. soybean and pork encouraged hopes of a trade agreement.
Brazil cattle passing through feedlots grows 2% - DSM
SAO PAULO, Dec 9 (Reuters) - The number cows slaughtered in Brazil after spending 90 days in feedlots is estimated to have grown by 2% to about 5.3 million head in 2019, a survey of Brazil's cattle market by Dutch nutrition company DSM showed on Monday.The number will continue to grow as Brazilian ranchers seek more efficient ways to raise and finish livestock, DSM executives said at a media presentation, adding that an estimate for 2020 will be released in February.(Reporting by Ana Mano)
European shares flat as China data stokes slowdown worries
(For a live blog on European stocks, type LIVE/ in an Eikon news window)Dec 9 (Reuters) - European stocks were flat on Monday as new data from China signalled a slowdown in the world's second-largest economy, stoking fresh concerns about slowing global growth.The pan-European STOXX 600 index was trading flat at 0803 GMT, after closing more than 1% higher on Friday following a robust U.S. jobs report.
UPDATE 1-Brazil cattle passing through feedlots grows 2% - DSM
(Adds other remarks by DSM execs, detail on 3-NOP launch)SAO PAULO, Dec 9 (Reuters) - The number of cows slaughtered in Brazil after spending 90 days in feedlots is estimated to have grown by 2% to about 5.3 million head in 2019, a survey of Brazil's cattle market by Dutch animal nutrition company DSM showed on Monday.The figure will continue to grow as Brazilian ranchers seek more efficient ways to raise and finish livestock, DSM executives said at a media presentation, adding that an estimate for 2020 will be released in February.
UPDATE 2-France to ban dozens of glyphosate weedkillers amid health risk debate
* Regulator says lacks evidence to exclude potential health risks* Bayer says will offer further data to French regulator* Debate continues in Europe, U.S. over cancer links* Austria pulls back from outright glyphosate ban from January (Adds details of banned products, background)By Gus Trompiz and Sybille de La Hamaide
3 Big Things Today, December 9, 2019
Soybeans were higher in overnight trading on U.S.-China trade optimism.
Starting Strong: Young Farmers Survive on Solid Roots and Innovation
5 young farmers tell their stories of how they are building a solid foundation and a bright future on the farm.
20 Strategies That Farmers Can Use in 2020
These 20 strategies range from eliminating a tillage pass to making the most of technology.
Gerrit Cole watch, big spenders and more: Passan answers 20 winter meetings questions
From the ace in the spotlight to why this year's meetings could actually produce some major moves, here's what you need to know as the hot stove's main event begins.
Feature: 6 PS4 Announcements to Expect During This Week's State of Play
Resident Evil 3! Untitled Goose Game! Ghost of Tsushima?
MOBI to Develop Mobility Payments Network for Machine-to-Machine Transactions Based on Blockchain
MOBI, the Mobility Open Blockchain Initiative, is exploring blockchain for use in a new digital mobility ecosystem that could make transportation safer, more affordable, and more widely accessible. According to reports from Bloomberg on December 8, the non-profit organization is developing a blockchain-based payment network that allows for machine-to-machine transactions.
Bitcoin, Ether, and XRP Weekly Market Update December 9, 2019
The total crypto market cap added $6.5 billion of value during the last seven days and now stands at $204.2 billion. The top 10 currencies are mostly in red for the same time frame with Bitcoin SV (BSV) and Litecoin (LTC) being the best performers with 7.6 and 4.5 percent of loses respectively. By the time of writing bitcoin (BTC) is trading at $7,505 while ether (ETH) stands around $150. Ripple’s XRP is trading at $0.228.
Analysts Claim Indirect Investment in Cryptocurrency and Blockchain helps Manage Massive Risks
There has been an extra amount of negative sentiment directed towards cryptocurrencies in the last few weeks as Bitcoin slowly winded down from $8500 to $6800 over the course of a month. Many wealth managers believe it is better to gain exposure to this space by investing in publicly listed companies that are working with blockchain and multiple cryptocurrencies, reported by LifeHacker, December 8, 2019.
Challenges Faced by Running Mining Operations and How to Mitigate Against it
Whenever bitcoin mining is mentioned, it is normal for the mind to drift towards pickaxes, and getting oneself messed up with dirt while striking it big. Such thoughts aren’t far fetched from the actual meaning of bitcoin mining.
DAI Flippens SAI 3 Weeks After Multi Collateral DAI Launch
The total amount of SAI (single collateral DAI) that was converted to DAI has exceeded 50 percent of outstanding supply. At this rate, we could see nearly all SAI migrating to DAI by the end of 2019. Maker has been exceptionally healthy, faring well even as ETH and BAT prices continue to fall, December 9, 2019.
2020 Hyundai Sonata First Drive – Comfort First
Our 2020 Hyundai Sonata review will tell you all about the company's updated mid-size sedan -- can it compete with Accord and Camry?
Junkyard Find: 1974 Toyota Corona Station Wagon
A 1974 Toyota Corona station wagon, photographed in a San Francisco Bay Area self-service wrecking yard.
Buy/Drive/Burn: Japanese Two-doors for a New Century
Last time on Buy/Drive/Burn, we took a look at three two-door mid-market offerings from American brands for the 2001 model year. Most people hated such a Sophie's choice. Perhaps things will be a bit better today when we cover the same market segment with offerings from Japan.
If You See Someone Driving a Tesla Cybertruck Around Los Angeles, It's Elon Musk
A leaked video proves Cybertruck is street legal, but maybe a little difficult to maneuver.
Tips For Sustainably Forming Habits and Changing Human Behavior
Companies have to understand how to encourage long-term habits that aren't liable to shift at a moment's notice.
Jeff Bezos Says Big Tech Companies Should Ignore Employee Outcry and Partner With the U.S. Government
The U.S., he says, is 'the good guys.'
In the New Year, Try These 8 Things to Stay Constantly Improving at Work
The new year brings with it new resolutions, goals, and attitudes; bring that energy into the work place and stay constantly improving throughout the year with these 8 tips.
Struggling to Find the Perfect Job Candidate? How to Overcome the Vicious Circle of 'Experience Inflation'
A survey of 90,000 jobs found that 61 percent of entry-level jobs required 3 years experience. It's no wonder that 700,000 IT jobs are unfilled.
How to Keep Your Solo Business Successful Without You
Solo entrepreneurs are notorious for not having a succession plan. If you want impact, you need to design for success without you. Here's how to start
Apple Has Added an Interest-Free Way to Buy an iPhone and Pay For It Over Time
A simpler (and cheaper) way to buy?
I'm Frustrated that My Company Won't Hire My Husband
Can I get them to reconsider?
Are We Heading Towards a Cashless Economy?
Asia, Canada, and parts of Europe are already on their way.
Becoming a Great Business Leader: 7 Communication Secrets
Good leaders are excellent listeners and know how to convey their message clearly and confidently.
WeWork's Fall Was a Disaster. A Full-Page Ad Isn't Going to Change That
The company's adman marketing chief wants you to know the company means business.
3 Essential Tips for Running a Successful Ghostwriting or Copywriting Business
Having good writers isn't enough to build a successful copywriting agency. Here's how to do it.
Here's What to Get Everyone in Your Work Life for the Holidays
Giving gifts that are meaningful to the individual receiving them is one of the most effective ways to enhance the workplace during the holidays.
5 Steps to Perfecting Social Media, According to an Early Employee of Twitter
Here's exactly how to stand out on social media.
2 Psychological Tricks That Will Help You Stop Feeling Sorry for Yourself
Hardship is inevitable. But self-pity is optional.
Peloton's Controversial Ad Wasn't a Total Loss; It Taught Entrepreneurs a Valuable Lesson in Consumer Behavior
The whole Peloton ad debacle will soon be forgotten, but no one should overlook the valuable lessons it teaches entrepreneurs.
Save 20% off the 8BitDo SN30 Bluetooth Gamepad
Today's highlighted deal lets you save 20% off this retro controller which comes in four different colors. Play your favorite games retro style with this Game Boy pocket inspired bluetooth gamepad.
Huawei announces that more devices will get HarmonyOS in 2020
Huawei has announced that it plans to bring HarmonyOS to more devices in 2020. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the firm said that it has no plans to ship it with smartphones and tablets at this time.
Galaxy S11+ could use a custom 108MP sensor for superior image quality
The Galaxy S11+ could come with a custom 1/1.3-inch 108MP sensor that will offer superior image quality when compared to the 108MP Bright HMX sensor Samsung developed in collaboration with Xiaomi.
Airtel Launches No-expiry Data and Voice Bundles
The new offerings are targeted towards customers who are looking to meet their communication needs with ease and not worry about...
Sonko Unveils Expensive Strategy to Beat DPP Haji
Known not to go down without a fight, the governor has unveiled his strategy to fight back as the...
Sonko Speaks on Appointment of Deputy Governor
Speaking to Kenyans.co.ke through his Director of Communications, Sonko explained...
Controversial Company at the Centre of Sonko's Woes
As the flamboyant county head unleashed his battery of 12 lawyers, the controversial company behind his woes has been revealed as...
Here is why Jumia has closed shop in Rwanda – Techjaja
Starting from today, Jumia Rwanda will no longer be able to accept cash on delivery and can only process pre-paid orders.
Wheeler, Phillies finalize five-year, $118M contract
The Philadelphia Phillies and right-hander Zack Wheeler finalized their $118 million, five-year contract Monday. Wheeler agreed to the deal last Thursday subject to a successful physical.
Antony Catalano, Bruce Gordon reject Seven West Media's takeover bid for Prime Media
Australian Community Media executive chairman and Prime Media shareholder Antony Catalano has confirmed he will vote against Seven West Media's proposal to sw...
Bisa Property and Morris Property Group have lodged applications for Stuart Flats redevelopment
Plans for close to 500 units on the former Stuart Flats public housing site in Griffith have been lodged with the ACT government's planning directorate.
Re-signing prop Waller tipped for England duty
Warriors loosehead prop Ethan Waller has described his decision to sign a two-year contract extension as one of the easiest he has had to make.
Maruti Suzuki among top gainers on Sensex as output rises for the first time in 10 months
The car company produced a total of 1,41,834 units last month – 4.3% higher than the same month in 2018.
Finland’s Sanna Marin set to become world’s youngest prime minister at 34
She will lead an alliance of five parties that are all headed by women.
Verizon Kills Email Accounts of Archivists Trying To Save Yahoo Groups History
An anonymous reader shares a report: Verizon, which bought Yahoo in 2017, has suspended email addresses of archivists who are trying to preserve 20 years of content that will be deleted permanently in a few weeks. As Verizon announced in October, the company intends to wipe all content from Yahoo Gr...
The physics-based firm that helped spawn the IVF revolution
How Research Instruments went from micro-manipulators to IVF and is now backing a brand-new physics-innovation prize, as James McKenzie explains
16 cases of E. coli illnesses reported in Canada linked to Fresh Express brand lettuce
After an investigation, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency is recalling Fresh Express brand sunflower crisp chopped kit due to an E coli outbreak in five Canadian provinces.
Beyoncé opens up about miscarraiges in rare personal interview
The singer is notoriously private about her personal life
Molly-Mae Hague teases the launch of a mysterious new brand
"Can't believe I can finally start talking about it."
Beyoncé teases first look at collaboration with Adidas
Fans have been patiently waiting for a sneak preview at the collection
Opel CEO says brand has ‘reinvented’ itself and returned to profit...
Opel’s CEO says the German firm has “reinvented” itself under the PSA Group and is on track to achieve its target profit margin years ahead of schedule.
New Aston Martin DBX: pricing for South Africa confirmed…
Aston Martin South Africa has confirmed its new DBX will be priced from R3,6-million when it launches locally early in 2020.
Sony launches α9 II full-frame professional camera in South Africa
Sony are making an impressive mark in the world of professional photography. They’ve just launched the Alpha A9 II in South Africa, which holds true to its promise of being built for speed. The A…
The best comic book covers of the week – 09 December 2019
From the streets of Gotham to the far reaches of the Multiverse, here’s a look at the best comic book covers of the week.
Taotronics SoundSurge 46 Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones review – Best bang-for-your buck Noise Cancelling
Overall, it’s a great set that offers a wonderfully exuberant listening experience. It’s built to last, has excellent battery life that’s bolstered by fast-charging, and has Active Noise Cancelling…
Chanda Kochhar Failed To Disclose Conflict Of Interest With Videocon, ICICI Tells Bombay HC; Court Asks RBI To File Reply
The Bombay High Court on Monday asked the Reserve Bank of India to file an affidavit-in-reply in former ICICI bank CEO and MD Chanda Kochhar's plea challenging ICICI's decision to terminate...
Accommodating Restaurant Serves Single Banana Slice With a Candle in It Instead of Birthday Cake
Happy birthday?
‘Pay Back The Money’: ANC Calls For Charges Against DA & Former MMC
TSHWANE – The African National Congress (ANC) in Tshwane on Monday said former Roads and Transport MMC Sheila Senkubuge should be charged with electoral fraud and pay back the money she earned while working. The ANC released documents in which former Democratic Alliance (DA) officials claimed Senkubuge was not a South African citizen in 2015 […]
Load Shedding: Tips To Make Sure Your Home Security System Keeps Operating
Home owners have been urged to test their security systems as a matter of urgency and to pay particular attention to the battery back-up systems during load shedding periods, in the wake of Eskom’s announcement of stage 4 load shedding. “Many people are under the incorrect assumption that their home alarm system is deactivated when […]
Grande Provence Rings In The Festive Season
Treat friends and family this festive season to a Franschhoek fine-dining feast at Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate. Embrace the Christmas spirit by singing along to carols by candlelight on Christmas Eve before tucking into a sumptuous dinner. The Restaurant at Grande Provence offers guests a lavish six-course festive menu on Christmas Day. To welcome […]
Your Ultimate Load Shedding Cheat Sheet
Nobody loves load shedding. However, you can still keep your bright outlook on life with a few savvy tweaks to your schedule and home even if you don’t have a generator. Here’s MiWay’s cheat sheet to keep you from blowing your fuse during the current bout of load shedding: Keep to a schedule The first […]
‘Our Beaches Are Not Ashtrays’ Anti-Litter Campaign Launched On Cape Town Beaches
“Our Beaches are not Ashtrays” is the message of a public awareness drive targeting Cape Town beachgoers over the busy festive season. The campaign is an initiative of tobacco company Philip Morris SA, and is supported by the City of Cape Town and the Clean C NGO, which runs regular beach-clean-ups along the coastline on […]
25 Vital Festive Road Safety Tips
According to the Road Traffic Management Corporation, over 10 000 people have lost their lives on South African roads during the festive season in the past six years. With many motorists taking to the roads again this month, Dialdirect implores motorists to be vigilant. “The true tragedy here is that the bulk of these deaths […]
Mayo garda warning over security of Christmas presents
THINK like Santa and don't put the presents under the tree until Christmas – that's the advice of Superintendent Joe McKenna.
€80,000 funding approved for seven Mayo Social Enterprises
THE Minister for Rural and Community Development, has announced the allocation of €81,590 through his department’s Dormant Accounts Fund to support seven social enterprise projects in Mayo.
Mayo secondary school saves time and money with technology solutions
A forward-thinking school in east Mayo is using technology to drive down its costs and administration time by using solutions from Three Ireland.
Unemployment high on list of Arab youth’s major concerns
DUBAI: The Arab world will face three major shifts in the next decade, adding fresh urgency to the task of tackling corruption and extremism across the region, the UAE’s minister of Cabinet affairs and the future said on Monday at the 12th Arab Strategy Forum (ASF) in Dubai. The three shifts will include a new economic reality, a revolution in information production, and an
Saudi International Motor Show 2019 begins today
Saudi Arabia’s newly merged bank is reaffirming its commitment to inclusivity to mark UN’s International Day of Persons with Disabilities, observed globally on Dec. 3. For more than 10 years, Alawwal Bank and SABB have helped thousands of disabled people in the Kingdom, now as one bank, it aims to take new steps to further this legacy of support.
France ready to take Trump’s tariff threat to WTO
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Finance has kicked off a tour for foreign investors in Riyadh today ahead of the 2020 Budget Forum on Dec. 10. Twenty two international investment companies from Taiwan, the US, the UK, Malaysia, Indonesia, Japan, Hong Kong, Germany and France have been invited to visit some of the Kingdom’s top non-oil based companies. The group includes a
Graft trial for Syrian President Assad’s uncle opens in Paris
Brussels: European Union foreign ministers debated Monday how to respond to a controversial agreement between Turkey and Libya that could give Turkey access to a contested economic zone across the Mediterranean Sea. The maritime border deal, endorsed by the Turkish parliament last week, has fueled tensions in Turkey’s long-running dispute with Greece, Cyprus and Egypt over oil
Vandals damage cars in Arab neighborhood of east Jerusalem
DUBAI: The quality of youth is said to determine the kind of future a nation will have. Experience shows that high levels of youth participation in a country’s workforce and political discourse can have a positive impact on societal development. Sadly, only a few Arab countries offer their youth these opportunities.
LHC to hear Maryam Nawaz's petition for removal of name from ECL today
December 09: Russian company Gazprom is set to initiate the feasibility study in the first quarter of 2020 for laying down undersea pipeline starting from Persian Gulf to Pakistan, India and Bangladesh initially that will ultimately end to China after touching Myanmar and Thailand, a senior official of the Petroleum Division privy to the development told The News.
ACWA Power establishes new business unit in KSA
Nejree, an online sneaker retailer in the GCC, has raised $4 million in pre-Series A funding led by Alkhaila Investment Company, and Teejan Technologies Company. The new capital is expected to further fuel the Saudi-based startup’s expansion into new markets and investment in technologies to enhance online customer experience. The fund will also help to increase inventory,
Almarai names Majed Nofal as CEO
Riyadh – Mubasher: The Board of Directors of Almarai Company announced the appointment of Majed Mazen Nofal as the company’s new CEO. The decision will be effective starting from the beginning of January 2020, according to a company statement to …
Leading Saudi banks to maintain strong profitability – Moody’s
Riyadh – Mubasher: The three largest banks in Saudi Arabia, namely: National Commercial Bank (NCB), Al Rajhi Bank, and Saudi British Bank (SABB), are expected to maintain strong profitability and efficient cost structures, according to a report by …
Corporate appetite in MENA grows in 5 years – Arabnet Report
Mubasher: The entrepreneurial ecosystem across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) has been grabbing global and regional attention, with higher investor appetite and interest in the region’s startups, according to Arabnet report. The “State of …
Swedbank rejigs management structure; Baltic banking head leaves
Mubasher: Swedbank announced on Monday that its chief risk officer will leave, in the framework of the Swedish lender’s plan to revamp its structure.
Sanofi to acquire US biotech firm Sythorx $2.5bn
Mubasher: Sanofi on Monday said it will take over US biotechnology company Synthorx in a cash deal that valued the latter at $2.5 billion.
China’s solar PV market grows despite US tariffs - GlobalData
The global solar PV market is expected to see a 13% growth in installations
Samih Sawiris speaks out on personal & business habits during RiseUp
By: Ingy ElSafy Cairo – Mubasher: A lot of people lack the presence of a role model or mentor in their lives to take after and aspire when it comes to both personal and business matters. The Egyptian billionaire Samih Sawiris has opened up before …
OZY Media sees "exponential growth" from MENA in entertainment, media
Mubasher: The global media pioneering company, OZY Media, said it will increase its focus on the entertainment and media industry across the MENA region.
Lebanese entrepreneurs think digitally if given space to grow – Arabnet Report
Mubasher: Lebanon’s entrepreneurial ecosystem flourished making the country among the major assets for digital innovation across the MENA region, following the implementation of Circular 331 of the Central Bank of Lebanon back in August 2014. …
Almarai to distribute SAR 0.85/shr
Riyadh – Mubasher: Almarai Company’s Board of Directors has recommended distributing cash dividends to shareholders for 2019 at SAR 0.85 per share, equivalent to 8.5% of the share’s par value. The dividends will have a total amount of SAR 850 …
EBRD invests $4m in Turkish bus-ticketing service firm oBilet
Mubasher: The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development announced an equity investment of $4 million in Turkish online bus-ticketing service provider oBilet.
Ericsson pays over USD 1 bln to resolve bribery charges in the US
Ericsson has agreed to pay USD 520.6 million and USD 458.4 million (plus pre-judgement interest of USD 81.5 million) to settle bribery charges brought by the US Department of Justice (DoJ) and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), for a total of over USD 1 billion. CEO Borje Ekholm said the Ericsson can move forward and build a stronger company.
1&1 fined EUR 9.55 mln for GDPR infringement
The German Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (BfDI) has fined 1&1 a total of EUR 9.55 million for infringing the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The company failed to protect sufficiently its customer service line, allowing third parties to access customer personal data by providing only a name and date of birth.
China orders govt offices to remove foreign equipment, software
In the latest salvo to the tech cold war, the Chinese government has ordered all government offices and public institutions to stop using any foreign computer and software equipment, the Financial Times reported, saying all such equipment will have to be removed within three years. The Chinese directive, which could hit companies such as HP, Dell and Microsoft, is the first from Beijing to set specific targets limiting China’s use of foreign technology.
This stretched, bulletproof Rolls-Royce Phantom costs $3.3 million
So you thought the Rolls-Royce Phantom is the best Roller you can get? You thought it's also quite expensive, didn't you? Well, I'm about to rock your
BMW was reportedly targeted by hackers, foiled their plans
It has been recently reported in German media that BMW along with other car manufacturers were recently targeted by a hacker group. The group, otherwise
The BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe is the Best Used Bimmer you can buy
If you're in the market for a used BMW, take a good, long look at the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe, as it's currently the best used BMW deal.
2020 BMW M550i, X3 M40i and X4 M40i get a power bump
BMW announces a power increase for some of its Model Year 2020 vehicles - The 2020 BMW M550i xDrive and 2020 BMW X3 M40i and X4 M40i xDrive
How to free yourself from your parents money habits, and claim financial independence
If your family avoided financial topics, you may find yourself uncomfortable managing money.
Formula for Success? On the Value of Motorsport Sponsorships
Various brokers have invested their marketing budgets in motorsport sponsorships. Finance Magnates examined whether it was worthwhile
Eurex Strengthens European Bond Market with New Product
Eurex will improve its offering by launching EUR-denominated fixed income ETF options starting today
Bison Trails Founder on Libra Membership & $25.5M Funding Round
Joe Lallouz speaks on the future of blockchain infrastructure and the company that he founded, Bison Trails.
Forex Club Shutters FX Operations in Russia
Forex Club has stopped accepting services for Russian users in what has become a trend in 2019.
IDEG Launches 2 Bitcoin Trusts in Asia
Digital asset management firm IDEG Investment on Sunday announced the launch of two crypto trusts - Asia Bitcoin Trust I and Atlas Mining Trust I.
HSBC COO to Step Down, Amid Senior Management Changes
There’s been a number of changes to the senior management team at HSBC, which have been made as part of the next phase of the bank’s strategy.
OKEx to Launch Crypto Options Trading Later This Month
Crypto exchange OKEx on Monday announced its plan to launch a crypto options trading platform.
Ho, Ho, Ho, or No, No, No: Will BTC See a Santa Rally This Year?
Since its creation, the price of BTC has often seen sustained increases through the last week of the year. Could this year be different?
White Castle frozen burgers recalled due to listeria
White Castle recalled several varieties of it frozen burgers due to listeria concerns.
Warning after couple buy fake TV from scam salesperson at service station
The seller claimed the TV was brand new and from Costco
Derby bridal studio scoops top national boutique award
Two sisters run the business
Who is Henry Gabay, Derby County's potential new investor?
The London-based businessman is in advanced talks with the Rams about an investment partnership with current club owner Mel Morris
Henry Gabay and Mel Morris: What a new investment partnership will mean for Derby County
The club is in advanced talks with Henry Gabay, the co-founder and chairman of Duet Group, over an investment partnership, and a deal is expected to be completed this month
American-style sweet shop opens up in Derby suburb
'I’m making people happy and that’s what I love'
How to eliminate domestic violence
You will not be a religious “activist” if all your activity is going to be outside the home
How Christmas in Uganda has changed over the years
A section of Ugandans born in the 90s who used to feel the Christmas excitement have struggled to relive it today since some of the special things they once regarded...
City of Glendale: Matt's Big Breakfast, Portillo's expanding to the West Valley
Attention, foodies in Glendale: Chicago hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, and a Phoenix breakfast hot spot are apparently headed your way.
American Airlines sets record for number of days without a cancellation
Three of those days without a canceled flight came during the Thanksgiving weekend.
2019 Best Places to Work: Meet all of this year's finalists
The Phoenix Business Journal is gearing up for its biggest event of the year — think of the Fourth of July, Thanksgiving and New Year's Eve all rolled into one party.
Alex Albon was "happy with Formula E" before Toro Rosso called...
Alex Albon reveals that he was satisfied to take a drive in Formula E last year before receiving the call up to Toro Rosso for the 2019 season. Albon had signed with Nissan to race in the all-electric series in season five, but quickly gave that up when Helmut Marko offered him an F1 chance.
Binotto disappointed Ferrari "still don't have the quickest car" in F1
Despite going on a three-race winning streak after the summer break and on an incredible streak of pole positions, Ferrari team principal Mattia Binotto thinks the Scuderia still didn't have the quickest car on the grid.
Chase Carey reveals how sponsors are close to F1
F1 CEO Chase Carey has revealed that sponsors are looking to join forces with F1 like never before as the sport becomes a more global brand. Liberty Media are rumoured to be ready to announce another major sponsor to join the core of companies already affiliated with F1.
Kubica still has desire to race again
2019 may not have panned out how Robert Kubica would have liked but even he hasn't lost his desire for racing. The Pole has insisted it would be a shame to throw away all the energy he has put into his return.
Massachusetts lab to pay $26M for scheme with Texas doctors
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Boston Heart Diagnostics Corporation agreed to pay nearly $27 million to settle claims that it allegedly paid doctors in Texas and waived patient co-payments in exchange...
Turtle Beach Elite Atlas Aero gaming headset review
The Turtle Beach Elite Atlas Aero is perfect for competitive gaming, but is it well rounded enough to justify the price?
Mettler Toledo releases the 2nd edition of Its Best Practice Guide
In the second edition of its guide for chemical and petrochemical manufacturing, Mettler Toledo (Urdorf, Switzerland; www.mt.com) reveals how the latest tr
Matt Willey: “A lot of rules about how a magazine looks and behaves are up for grabs”
The British graphic designer talks about becoming a Pentagram partner, creating Killing Eve’s credits and magazines’ “very difficult” few years.
Aporva Baxi: “Brand and UX must not be forgotten in the streaming wars”
Dixon Baxi co-founder and executive creative director Aporva Baxi warns streaming services that prioritising content over brand and a well designed experience could be "catastrophic".
Louis Vuitton’s ‘League of Legends’ biker jacket can be yours for $5,650
Louis Vuitton's 'League of Legends' clothing line is here, and as you'd expect, it's expensive.
Amazon claims Trump's 'personal vendetta' cost it $10 billion Pentagon contract
Amazon says it lost a $10 billion contract because of President Trump's "personal vendetta."
Apple's first CES appearance in 28 years is all about privacy
It's on a panel, not the show floor.
Cadillac will help you shop for cars in a live virtual showroom
But you're still forced to go through a dealership when you want to buy.
Mercedes and Bosch commence self-driving trials in San Jose
Bosch and Daimler's self-driving trials are underway for select users in San Jose.
Amazon-owned Ring is preparing its first smart light bulb
It's likely to illuminate would-be thieves.
Roku will stream the first season of 'Game of Thrones' for free
'Billions' and 'Ray Donovan' seasons will also be gratis during Roku's Stream-a-thon.
Indian Full Service Carrier Vistara Signs Codeshare Pact With German Aviation Major Lufthansa
New Delhi (Sputnik): The aviation sector in India contributes $72 billion to its Gross Domestic Product. The country has 464 airports, of which 125 are owned by the government. According to Indian Commerce Ministry statistics, Foreign Direct Investment in India’s aviation sector reached $1.8 billion between April 2000 and December 2018.
Ooh la la! Hollywood Actress Gwyneth Paltrow Advertises Vibrator in Goop Christmas Ad
In 2008, she launched a weekly lifestyle newsletter and years later this endeavour turned into a company called Goop, which sells products, clothing, accessories and what not for a pretty penny. Paltrow's company has been repeatedly criticized for selling medicinal products with questionable value and was even taken to court for false advertising.
They Call Me Rocket: Drunken Raccoon Revels at Christmas Market in Germany - Video
Everybody needs to relax sometimes and crack open a cold one with friends, but alcohol might be tricky for those who lack stamina or for those drinking for the first time.
Indian Lawyer Lauded in NYC for his Work of Cleaning Beaches in Mumbai
New Delhi (Sputnik): Swachh Bharat Abhiyan or Clean India Mission is a nationwide campaign to clean up the streets, roads, and infrastructure of India's cities, towns, urban, and rural areas launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a tribute to the father of the nation Mahatama Gandhi on the anniversary of his birthday.
Six Wounded as Four Rockets Hit Military Base Near Baghdad International Airport
Iraq has been gripped by massive demonstrations that have swept across the country since early October. The protesters are demanding the government's resignation, economic reforms, improved living standards and social welfare and an end to corruption.
Israel Shares Its Connectivity Routes Allowing India to Bypass Strait of Hormuz
New Delhi (Sputnik): India has been taking steps to ensure the uninterrupted supply of energy including the deployment of its sailors and warships in the Strait of Hormuz. The situation arises against the backdrop of attacks on oil tankers amid tensions between Iran and the US.
How Do You Become a Porn Star? Webcam Model Thanks Journo For Career Motivation
In March 2019, Vice journalist Graham Isador wrote an article outlining the costs and profits of being a webcam model. He could not predict, however, what effect his story would have on the life of an ordinary American boy.
Small, Fast, Versatile: Israeli Defence Firm Presents New Surveillance Drone for Military
The same company earlier presented a prototype tank for the Israeli Defence Ministry's Carmel armoured fighting vehicle project that featured the use of high-tech Iron Vision helmets, designed to give the tank's crew a 360˚ view of the battlefield, as well as launchable drones to provide eagle-eye view of surrounding areas.
Professor: Why Should the World Bank Take Orders from the United States?
US President Donald Trump criticized the World Bank’s decision to lend more money to China and said it needs to stop giving it loans after the international financial institution approved a new plan to aid China with $1 billion to $1.5 billion in low-interest loans annually through June 2025.
Niko Kovac's entourage rubbish rumours he wants to become Arsenal manager
The Croatian was expected to watch Arsenal's clash with West Ham on Monday night.
You can get a Lego replica of your house but it doesn't come cheap
But look, so pretty.
Cardi B denies snubbing meet-and-greet in Ghana to eat kebab
She’s been on a tour of West Africa.
Scrooges ban tenants from putting Christmas wreaths on their doors
They have been deemed a fire hazard.
This brand needs sex toy testers to join their 'MasturbaTEAM'
'For science.'
Rare whisky collection expected to sell for £8,000,000 at auction
It includes the most expensive single bottle in the world, a 1926 Fine and Rare Macallan, which sold for £1.5 million.
Jose Mourinho makes approach to sign Marouane Fellaini for Tottenham
A surprise signing on the cards at Spurs?
Super Size Me creator Morgan Spurlock is about to ruin chicken for you forever
A food revolution is coming, and it's coming one chicken sandwich at a time.
Owner of £3,000,000 flat sues developer because it didn't have broadband
He wants £100,000 compensation for 'about 1,000 days' of low-tech misery.
Mum wet herself after Vue staff refused to let her use the toilet
Camille James, 36, said she ‘bared her life out’ to four workers at the Vue Acton Park in west London, but they still refused to let her use their toilet.
Arsenal board denied three key transfer requests from Unai Emery
This would have drastically improved Arsenal.
Boris Johnson says he is looking at abolishing the TV licence
The prime minister said it is not in his plan to get rid of all TV licence fees - but he is 'certainly looking at it'.
Irish pig prices remain stagnant at below €2/kg mark
It has been outlined that there has been no rise given in quotes from Irish pig factories for a fourth week in succession.