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Maharashtra govt.’s nod for transfer of Elgaar Parishad case to NIA ‘improper,’ says Sharad Pawar
NCP chief, however, clarifies there are no problems among the coalition partners
Jagan Mohan Reddy illegal assets case: CBI files counter affidavit against Andhra Pradesh CM
The CBI filed counter affidavit before the Telangana HC, who is dealing with 11 petitions filed by Jagan seeking to quash the order of the CBI court and dispense with his personal appearance.
Pulses import may fall 60% next fiscal on good crop expectations: IPGA
There would be lower imports next year also because traders might not be able to buy from overseas market, taking advantage of loopholes in the import quota order
India's forex reserves soar to record $473 billion, gold down by $218 mn
Expressed in dollar terms, the foreign currency assets include the effect of appreciation or depreciation of non-US units like the euro, pound and yen held in the foreign exchange reserves.
Sensex, Nifty fall for 2nd day as banking, auto stocks slide
Banking shares tumbled following the Supreme Court taking a strong note of non-compliance of its order asking telcos to pay ₹1.47 lakh crore in statutory dues.
‘We’re an afterthought’: The push to get Asian-Americans to complete the census
Asian-Americans are the fastest growing population in the nation. But organizers and activists like Yi, 63, worry that Asian-Americans remain largely misunderstood.
Volkswagen to shut coal-fired power stations at main factory to cut CO2
FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Volkswagen (VOWG_p.DE) is shutting down two coal-fired power stations at its main plant in Wolfsburg, Germany and has declined offers to sell them to cut down the company’s carbon dioxide emissions, Chief Executive Herbert Diess said on Friday.
Chinese Stocks Rise for 7th Consecutive Day Amid Coronavirus Infection
Chinese stocks rose for a seventh day on Wednesday, coinciding with the continuous decline in new confirmed cases of novel coronavirus infection for eight days on the Chinese mainland outside Hubei province. The development signaled an easing of investors' concerns over the viral outbreak's negative impact on economic growth, according to analysts.
Appreciate Group (LON:APP) Earns Buy Rating from Liberum Capital
Liberum Capital reaffirmed their buy rating on shares of Appreciate Group (LON:APP) in a research note published on Tuesday morning, ThisIsMoney.Co.Uk reports. LON:APP opened at GBX 63.50 ($0.84) on Tuesday. The stock’s 50-day moving average is GBX 59.79. The company has a market cap of $118.33 million and a P/E ratio of 12.96. The company […]
Vinay Dube appointed as GoAir CEO
GoAir has appointed Vinay Dube, the former chief executive officer (CEO) of Jet Airways, as its new CEO. Mr. Dube will report to chairman Nusli Wadia, managing director Jeh Wadia, and the board. He wi
Lewis Hamilton: Mercedes driver still motivated to continue success with team
Six-time world champion Lewis Hamilton says he and Mercedes are as motivated as ever this year to continue their success.
Bayelsa verdict: Oshiomole, Sylvia, Keyamo must apologise to Nigerians - Lagos PDP
The chairman of the PDP in Lagos state, Adedeji Doherty, has asked the national chairman of the APC, Adams Oshiomole, to apologize to the PDP, Bayelsans and Nigerians for allegedly attempting to steal Diri's governorship mandate.
Tech startup Tekion launches cloud-based automotive dealer management
The product connects key stakeholders of the industry enabling maximum level of operational efficiencies, collaboration, and personalized retail experiences
UK could face ECJ if it fails to apply Irish protocol
The UK can be brought to the European Court of Justice if it fails to carry out checks and controls on goods going from Great Britain to Northern Ireland, EU sources have confirmed.
The daily business briefing: February 14, 2020
Prosecutors file more charges against Huawei, a judge halts a Microsoft military contract contested by Amazon, and more
Toyota hands GR Supra a power upgrade ... and it’s on the cards for SA!
Toyota South Africa Motors has confirmed the GR Supra is in line for a power upgrade, with the updated model in the planning for a local introduction.
Delay in Nawaz Sharif's angiography could pose life threat: medical report
The medical report states that Sharif has an appointment with Dr Kazmi on February 24.
As capable as a Jeep, as reliable as a Toyota—it’s the 2020 4Runner SUV
New infotainment and driver assists make the 4Runner more fit for suburbia.
Up 60% the Last 6 Months, This Cloud Company Just Boosted Its Growth Prospects
Important new partnerships will materialize over the next few quarters.
Ex-Ajnala MLA who had once targeted Sukhbir, Majithia, returns to SAD
SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal posted a message on Facebook stating that he had welcomed both Bony and his father Rattan Singh Ajnala — who were expelled from primary membership in 2018 for “indulging in anti-party activities.
BJP conspiring against SCs, STs: Haryana Cong.
‘Unanswered questions on Pulwama’
Facebook's Zuckerberg wants 'new framework' for digital tax
Facebook founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Friday backed moves by the OECD group of free-market economies to reform the way online giants are taxed worldwide, even if that means companies like his own ...
‘Social roots of the current protest stronger than JP movement,’ says Gyan Prakash
There are many parallels but also important differences between the current protests and the JP movement of the 70s, says this eminent historian
Sebi seeks explanation from former CARE Rating chairman, MD for interference in ratings
Markets regulator Sebi has sought explanation from erstwhile managing director and CEO, and chairman of CARE Rating for their interference in the rating process of entities including DHFL, IL&FS and Yes Bank, sources said. In a letter on February
It’s Time to Plug into PLUG Stock
Another deal and a technical big deal on the price chart puts PLUG stock into buying position for continued momentum.
AITUC terms the Budget as ‘hoax’
Trade unions to stage protests from February 24
Vodafone’s India venture on brink of collapse after court ruling
Decision means telecoms company must pay billions of dollars in fees by next month
The Berniephobes Are Wrong
Wall Street fears the rise of the Vermont senator. The rest of America has less to worry about.
Pfizer Q3 net profit up 5 per cent to ₹139 cr
Drug firm Pfizer Ltd on Friday reported a 5.39 per cent rise in net profit to ₹139.06 crore for the quarter ended December 31, 2019. The company had posted a net profit of ₹131.94 crore for the corres
Wall Street opens slightly higher following mixed US data
Wall Street's main indexes started the day slightly higher on Friday as investors assess the latest batch up of macroeconomic data releases from the U
CBDT notifies 10-IC, 10-ID forms for firms to avail lower corporate taxes
Form 10-IC will have to be filed by the companies that wish to avail the beneficial rate of 22 per cent upon relinquishment of the exemptions/incentives offered under the Income Tax Act.
Tax Appeals Commission dismisses bank’s attempt to write off Revenue bill
Unidentified bank facing assessment of €1.4 million
Mag-nificent! Multiple ERC winner Magalhaes returns with Team Hyundai Portugal
Love is in the air for Portuguese pacesetter Bruno Magalhães who has marked Saint Valentine’s Day by announcing his return to the one he loves, the FIA European Rally Championship.
Volkswagen offered 830-mn-euro settlement for German diesel cases
The mass lawsuit is one of the major legal hangovers from VW's 2015 admission to fitting 11 million vehicles worldwide with software to make motors appear less polluting in regulatory tests than in real driving conditions. While diesel buyers in the US have enjoyed generous buyback and compensation schemes, German drivers had so far gone uncompensated for the impact of the scandal, which has since spread to other carmakers.
The Peak Season For Cotton Prices Is Approaching
Cotton has moved lower from the mid-January high.A very volatile soft commodity - higher lows since 2000.China has weighed on the price of the fiber.Seasonality favors buying on dips over the coming w
Ringgit ends higher versus US dollar
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — The ringgit closed marginally higher against the US dollar today, tracking the performance of regional peers amid concerns on the Covid-19 outbreak. At 6pm, the ringgit was quoted at 4.1360/1400 versus the greenback from 4.1390/1420 yesterday. FXTM market analyst Han Tan...
Telus says it will use Huawei gear for its ‘initial’ 5G rollout
Telus’s CFO Doug French has said the carrier will begin rolling out its 5G network shortly, and it will use Huawei for its first phase and initial launch.
US: Unconvinced retail sales data
The United States has just released retail sales data and the numbers were slightly higher but failed to convince the market, Joseph Trevisani from FX
Tesla prices its second offering of stock at US$767 apiece
Tesla priced its second offering of stock at US$767 apiece Friday.
ASOS PLC/ADR (OTCMKTS:ASOMY) Lifted to “Buy” at Berenberg Bank
Berenberg Bank upgraded shares of ASOS PLC/ADR (OTCMKTS:ASOMY) from a hold rating to a buy rating in a research report released on Monday, The Fly reports. A number of other research firms also recently issued reports on ASOMY. ValuEngine downgraded shares of ASOS PLC/ADR from a buy rating to a hold rating in a report […]
Government willing to do more beyond Budget to boost growth, says FM Sitharaman
Sitharaman said the finance ministry will provide details of the scheme soon
Jeff Bezos Buying $165 Million Estate, a California Record
The Amazon leader reached a deal for the Warner Estate in Beverly Hills with David Geffen, who has owned it since 1990.
Jitters infect trading, Fed withdraws
A large increase in reported coronavirus infected patients saw European and US investors step away from shares in overnight trading. Initial jitters were eased by a WHO official’s statement that the increase was simply a full accounting of cases so far. US indices recovered and made gains, until the US Federal Reserve announced it was tapering its repurchase agreement program, effectively withdrawing liquidity.
Costly onion, potato push WPI inflation to 3.1% in Jan
Both food, non-food articles inflation are expected to rise further, say experts
Teranga secures approvals to acquire stake in Massawa Gold Project
Teranga has secured approvals to proceed to conclude the previously announced acquisition of a 90% stake in the Massawa Gold Project in Senegal, Africa.
Get ready for global economy's dreadful future: Save more, work longer, and expect less
Ultra-low and negative interest rates are taking hold in countries where economic growth has been sluggish.
Yamana Gold: I Stay Bullish After Q4 Report
Yamana Gold reports Q4 2019 results.Higher gold prices lead to significant cash flow generation.Should gold stay at current levels, the company will have the capacity to further increase the dividend
Huge potential for US-India ties in energy sector, ready to meet demand: US
Larry Kudlow, economic advisor to Trump, said that talks are going on between India and the US on a trade deal that could be inked during the visit of the president
Chennai: Police lathicharge protesters demonstrating against CAA, NRC in Washermanpet
The situation escalated after some protesters were reportedly forcibly removed from the protest site, leading to a commotion between them and the police.
Storm Ciara expected to cost up to £200m in insurance claims
Experts at PwC say Storm Dennis likely to add to damage with 140mm of rain predicted
Body found in North Carolina landfill identified as missing ‘dumpster diver’
Remains found at a landfill in North Carolina have been confirmed as those of a missing woman last seen dumpster-diving in late January, police said.
4 Easy Yet Powerful Social Media Strategies to Grow Your Audience in 2020
Social media is still a very viable business channel when executed well.
Northumbrian Water to challenge regulator over price controls
North East water firm wants to balance reductions to bills with environmental improvements
Apple Stores in Beijing Screening Customers for Fever Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
As expected, Apple reopened its five retail stores in the Beijing area today as the Wuhan coronavirus outbreak in China continues. In a video...
Mike Bloomberg once said taking too much money from the rich and giving it to the poor was a bigger problem than income inequality, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - "I think income inequality is a very big problem. But the bigger problem is, you can take money from the rich and move it over to the poor," he said.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Foreign investors in row over Lebanese debt
Ashmore has locked horns with other creditors, including Pimco
Maserati confirms Ghibli hybrid, second SUV
Maserati will turn around its image and its sales by injecting new life into its range. The expansion will include a hybrid Ghibli and a new SUV.
Open to bringing tweaks to budget and take steps beyond it, says FM Nirmala Sitharaman
Experts tell the Finance Minister that a Budget proposal could affect the demand for REITs and InvITs in India
Indian Court Stays National Competition Regulator’s Investigation Against E-Commerce Giant Amazon
New Delhi (Sputnik): US E-Commerce major Amazon engaged in deep discounting during the festive season in India. India’s domestic traders are up in arms, alleging that discounting by online retailers is distorting the market
Odisha govt announces DA hike for employees
CM Naveen Patnaik today announced a hike of 5% DA for government employees.The decision will benefit around 3.5 lakh state government employees
Report: Sony struggling with PS5 costs, price point uncertain
Bloomberg says the system currently costs $450 to make
US January industrial output falls on weather, Boeing drop
WASHINGTON, Feb 14 — US industrial production fell 0.3 per cent in January as unseasonably warm weather held down the output of utilities and Boeing Co slowed production of civilian aircraft, the Federal Reserve said today. The Fed said manufacturing production fell 0.1 per cent in January,...
U.S. Dollar Rises On Continued Flow Of 'Safe Haven' Money
The recent rise in the value of the US dollar appears to be connected with the flow of risk averse monies seeking a safe haven investment.This is not a new factor for US markets as the country has rec
EFCC records 48 convictions, N8.5bn recoveries
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) says it has recorded 48 convictions and recovered N8.5 billion in cash and assets within one year
Barcelona ready to move for Mallorca's Ante Budimir?
Barcelona are reportedly ready to make an approach for Mallorca forward Ante Budimir as they look to find a replacement for the injured Luis Suarez.
Apple reopens Beijing stores with temperature checks, limited hours, crowd control
Beijing's Apple Stores are open for about half the hours that they are normally, and are subjecting visitors to temperature checks and maximum occupancy limits because of the coronavirus outbreak.
Inter offer Man Utd youngster £1.2m-a-season contract to seal summer swoop
Inter Milan offer Manchester United youngster Tahith Chong a £1.2m a season contract, waiting for response
Tesla restored autopilot feature to used car, saying the whole thing was a "miscommunication"
Last week I posted the sad tale of Alec, a man who bought a used Tesla at auction and was saddened when Tesla later remotely disabled the car’s autodrive feature. Tesla justified the action b…
Dan Loeb’s Third Point Discloses $115M ViacomCBS Stake
The hedge fund also revealed that it cut its holdings in Fox Corp. by more than 37 percent, and acquired a $130 million stake in Amazon.
Javed Akhtar Calls PM Narendra Modi Fascist; Mahesh Bhatt Says Hating Muslim Is BJP’s Lifeline
With all the uneasiness prevailing around our country, Indian citizens have divided opinions about many decisions taken by PM Narendra Modi led BJP government. Bollywood also actively took part in the
US: Retail Sales rose 0.3% in January as expected
Retail Sales in the US increased by 0.3% on a monthly basis in January following December's 0.2% growth, the advanced data published by the US Census
KBL injects Sh40 million into Kenya Open
Karuku added that the continued partnership offers the brand an opportunity to interact with their consumers.
CBDT to base taxmen's appraisal on their 'Vivad se Vishwas' performance
FM Nirmala Sitharaman had proposed this direct tax dispute resolution scheme in her budget speech on February 1
NVIDIA Reports Bang-Up Q4 Earnings On Big Data Center GPU Gains, NVDA Shares Spike
NVIDIA saw big gains from its data center efforts, and investors reacted positively to its overall Q4 earnings report, sending the company's share price up more than 6 percent in early morning trading.
Carney says business must come clean quickly on climate
LONDON, Feb 14 — Bank of England Governor Mark Carney called on the world’s businesses to publish strategies for cutting carbon emissions and adopting cleaner power sources by November, when world leaders meet in Scotland for UN-led climate talks. “It’s not just green assets and divestment...
GBP/USD drops to session lows, risks breaking below 1.30 mark post-US retail sales
The GBP/USD pair held on to its weaker tone and dropped to fresh session lows, around the key 1.30 psychological mark in reaction to the latest US mac
How much does the average Australian earn?
How much does the average Australian earn? Do you earn more than the average Australian wage earner? How can you earn more?
Kadant, Inc. (KAI) CEO Jeffrey Powell on Q4 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
Kadant, Inc. (NYSE:KAI) Q4 2019 Earnings Conference Call February 13, 2020, 11:00 ET Company Participants Michael McKenney - EVP & CFO Jeffrey Powell - President, CEO & Director Conference Cal
CBN condemns receiving foreign currency in transfers
CBN has lamented the rate at which international money transfers are done in foreign currencies by Nigerians, saying it is detrimental to naira.
'US Has History of Spying on Phone Networks': Huawei Hits Back
According to Huawei, the US has been covertly accessing telecom networks worldwide, spying on other countries for quite some time.
2020 F1: Mercedes W11 debuts with new livery
Mercedes has taken the wraps off its 2020 F1 challenger - the W11. Click here to know more
Tax dept notifies forms for firms to avail lower corporate taxes
In September 2019, the govt announced a cut in base corporate tax for existing companies to 22% from the current 30%.The effective tax rate for existing units will be 25.17% as compared to 34.94% now
Expensive components drive PS5 production costs to $450 per unit
Retail price of Xbox Series X will be deciding factor in PlayStation 5 price tag
Rogers offering 20GB unlimited plan for $85
Rogers is once again offering a plan that includes 20GB of unlimited data for $85 per month.
No big deal if PM Modi doesn't get holidays: Sena mouthpiece Saamana
PM Modi travels in luxury and expenses run into hundreds of crores, but the common man uses public transport and needs holidays to relax, Saamana said Friday in an editorial.
Romanian economy slows down to 4.1 percent in 2019
The Romanian economy slowed down to 4.1 percent last year, after 4.4 percent in 2018 and 7.1 percent in 2017, show flash estimates released by...
Royal Bank of Scotland is changing its name to NatWest
The bank's chief executive announced the decision to rebrand while reporting a surge in profits.
Microsoft plans to announce Surface Book 3 and Surface Go 2 at its Spring hardware event
Microsoft is planning to hold a spring hardware event in New York soon. At the event, the company is rumoured to announce the new Surface Book 3 as well as
JPMorgan Chase gives fintechs data access deal deadline
JPMorgan Chase has sent fintechs a letter warning that they will be cut off from retrieving customer information unless they sign up to a new data access agreement, according to Reuters.
Lewis Hamilton: Max Verstappen’s comments are a sign of weakness
Red Bull driver Verstappen has attributed much of Hamilton’s success to his Mercedes car.
Flight centre resumes sales of SAA tickets
The insurer linked to flight centre reinstated insolvency cover for SAA.
State apprehensive over Indo-U.S. trade talks
Sunil Kumar writes to Centre seeking safeguards for farmers
IOB to focus on MSME, will increase lending to Rs 50,000 cr: Official
Laying more focus on MSME segment, IOB would increase its lending to the sector from the present Rs 31,000 cr to Rs 50,000 cr in a couple of years from now.
Appeals court seems poised to reverse landmark Qualcomm antitrust ruling
"What would be anticompetitive about that?" one judged asked.
Philippines lifts deployment ban to Kuwait
The lifting of the ban means newly-hired and returning skilled workers, semi-skilled workers, professionals, and household service workers can return and work in the Gulf state
Lucifer finds another lifeline as Netflix in talks to renew drama for season 6
Lucifer finds another lifeline!
Nokia 2.3 price in India slashed to Rs 7199 officially. Sand color model available now
HMD India has just made the first official price reduction on the budget smartphone Nokia 2.3 that was launched in December 2019. The smartphone can be now purchased for the price of Rs 7199 which is Rs 1000 less than the launch price of Rs 8199.
Tax service suddenly halts thousands of provisional tax refunds; MPs want explanation
The Tax Authority suspended the provisional tax refund of 124,000 people in January, a significant increase compared to the between 79 thousand and 82 thousand halted in 2017, 2018 and 2019.
Sheikh Hasina rejects quota call for students in English medium
Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has rejected a call for special facilities for English-medium students to enroll at the Bangladesh University of
Hong Kong pledges nearly R50bn as city seeks to contain spread of coronavirus
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam pledged handouts totalling HK$25 billion to the Hospital Authority and businesses grappling with the coronavirus outbreak.
AZ revenues rise, but it says coronavirus could hit 2020
AstraZeneca’s new drugs powered a surge in revenues in 2019, but chief executive Pascal Soriot thinks the Covid-19 outbreak could weight on its 2020 performance.
Update on Rusev's WWE Contract Status, Ongoing Dispute
Despite being advertised for a match at WWE Super ShowDown in two weeks, Rusev's long-term status [...]
Renault plans $2.2 billion 'no taboos' cost cuts after first loss in a decade
PARIS (Reuters) - Renault’s (RENA.PA) first loss in a decade triggered a no-taboos commitment to cut costs by 2 billion euros ($2.2 billion) over the next three years from the carmaker on Friday, as it tries to put the Carlos Ghosn affair behind it.
Zuckerberg accepts Facebook may pay more tax outside US: Politico
Facebook Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg accepts that global tax reforms mean the social networking giant may have to pay more taxes outside of ...
‘1500’ Lagos-bound passengers stranded in Ghana — four days after flight diversion
About 1,500 Nigerians are stranded in Ghana four days after British Airways, Rwandair, Emirates and Qatar airlines diverted their flights from the Murtala Muhammad International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos to Kotoka International Airport, in Accra.
Lenovo Exec says the Xiaomi 65W PD Charger is good, but 3 pin chargers are better for laptops
Earlier this week, Xiaomi Founder, Lei Jun, stated that he hated the traditional laptop chargers that are currently in circulation. The senior executive even called for the industry to move over to the new charger formats, similar to its latest 65W charger released with the Mi 10. In response to this statement, a Lenovo executive …
Crown And Moriori Sign A Deed Of Settlement
A Deed of Settlement agreeing redress for historical Treaty claims has been signed by the Crown and Moriori at Kōpinga Marae on Rēkohu (Chatham Islands) today, Minister for Treaty of Waitangi Negotiations Andrew Little has announced.
Container ship MAERSK TEMA attacked, Gulf of Guinea, Feb 15 UPDATES
Feb 15 UPDATE2: 1600 UTC – MAERSK TEMA heading for Lagos at some 13 knots speed (can’t sail at full steam?). Nigerian patrol vessel and Portugal Navy ship cruising around in attack area, hunting pi…
Hundreds of people contacted as coronavirus case emerges after bus summit
Those who attended the UK Bus Summit at the QEII Centre in Westminster on February 6 have been contacted.
Sentiment Stays Afloat
The percentage of respondents reporting as bullish has risen to 41.33% from 33.87% last week.Bearish sentiment fell 8.82 percentage points to 26.4%.Neutral sentiment also ticked higher this week, risi
Red Rock to waive fee on President’s Day
With sunny skies in the forecast for President’s Day, Monday could be the perfect day to head outdoors.
IBPS SO interview call letter released, how to download
The IBPS SO interview call letter has been released. The same is available on the official website.
Puerto Rico Falls Prey To $4M Online Fraud
Fraud News: An online scam targeted $4 million in retirement funds from at least four Puerto Rico agencies, according to reports on Thursday (Feb. 14).
An Apte association
Polka dots, prints and frills feature in IS.U’s latest collection, to which Radhika Apte lends her name
The 2 top British Jewish newspapers plan to merge but still publish separately
The two top British Jewish newspapers plan to merge in a move which will 'secure their financial futures.'
Libyans fatigued by worsening crisis - Red Cross chief
The Red Cross chief also highlighted the inaccessibility of emergency supplies plus how the conflict is distorting the lives of many civilians.
Research Solutions, Inc. (RSSS) CEO Peter Derycz on Q2 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
Research Solutions, Inc. (OTCQB:RSSS) Q2 2020 Earnings Conference Call February 13, 2020 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Peter Derycz - Chief Executive Officer & President Alan Urban - Chief Finan
Is It Finally Time to Be a Believer in Tesla Stock?
With Tesla stock, it isn’t all about the high profile arguments from the bulls and bears. Here's what you should pay attention to.
‘Buildings should breathe’
Experts urge incorporation of sustainability aspects right from the drawing board. By M.A. Siraj
Rational (FRA:RAA) PT Set at €670.00 by Bankhaus Lampe
Bankhaus Lampe set a €670.00 ($779.07) price objective on Rational (FRA:RAA) in a research report report published on Monday, Borsen Zeitung reports. The firm currently has a neutral rating on the stock. A number of other analysts have also recently commented on RAA. Hauck & Aufhaeuser set a €625.00 ($726.74) price target on shares of […]
Canadian home sales up 11.5% compared with 2019: CREA
The Canadian Real Estate Association says home sales rose 11.5 per cent in January compared with a year earlier to reach the highest sales figures for the month in 12 years, even as new listings remain constrained.
Netflix: JPEG needs replacing and AV1 Image File Format is our best option
Netflix highlights growing support for new image file format AVIF.
Nuvia Will Challenge Intel and AMD For Hyperscaler CPU Sockets Using Custom ARM Design
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Report: The PS5's Manufacturing Cost Is Enormous
Hoping that the PS5 might hit the $499 mark or something nice and affordable in Australia? You might want to park those hopes, with a new Bloomberg report revealing that the cost of materials for the PS5 has skyrocketed....
Trump-Modi meet to outline vision for next chapter of Indo-US ties: Wells
"We are approaching an important inflection point in the US-India relationship," Wells said
4 ASX shares to get you started in investing
If you're looking to get started in investing, here's why I think BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP) and these 3 other ASX shares are a great place to begin.
Facebook to allow paid political messages that sidestep ads loophole
The change involves sponsored items posted by ordinary users who are typically paid by companies or organisations.
They Wanted Research Funding, So They Entered the Lottery
A survey of New Zealand scientists found that recipients of a randomized funding program favored random allocations of some kinds of grant money.
Adani Enterprises hits 52-week high after it signs agreement with AAI
The stock rallied for the ninth straight day, up 17 per cent, against 3 per cent rise in the S&P BSE Sensex during the period.
DBB: Coronavirus Already Priced In
DBB has experienced a tentative rebound since the start of February, after a sharp sell-off of 6% in January.Given the slowing pace of the spread of the coronavirus, macro fears, which surged in Janua
Flat Out Food: Canada’s oldest wheat enjoys a revival thanks to Saskatchewan organic farming family
“Red Fife is more difficult to grow agronomically, but it has that great taste and Slow Food story behind it.”
PM Modi holds talks with Portuguese President Sousa
Sousa is accompanied by a high-level delegation.
Data Shows Bitcoin’s Progression From Retail To Institutional Asset
As Bitcoin matures, a wider range of investors begins to consider the asset as an investment to add to their portfolios. New data shows exactly how
Coronavirus outbreak: Chinese ambassador advises SA nationals to stay in China, rather than return home
The panic about the coronavirus is 'man-made and unnecessary' and South African nationals are advised to stay in China, the ambassador to China in South Africa has said.
RPower net profit declines 57 pc to Rs 49 crore in Dec quarter
Reliance Power (RPower) on Friday said its consolidated net profit has dipped over 57 per cent to Rs 49.39 crore in the December 2019 quarter, mainly due to lower income. The company's consolidated net profit had stood at Rs 116.44 crore in the
New Helen Clark Foundation Report Urges Capital Gains Tax
A new report into New Zealand's shortage of affordable housing has called for a capital gains tax.
Russia: Structural reforms needed to support growth – ABN Amro
Economy outlook for the Russian country improved last year but still lacks the structural ingredients to steam a high growth environment, according to
US Author Touches Nerve With Post About Biased Coronavirus Media Coverage
Author Mario Cavolo of the United States might be known for his books about China, but it is one of his LinkedIn posts that has gone viral on the internet.
"I had to pay for my own birthday drinks." 5 women share how the bill was paid on a first date.
Interesting.
Lime Asset deliberately deceived investors in awareness of losses: FSS
South Korean fund operator Lime Asset Management and its seller Shinhan Investment deliberately duped investors by concealing their losses and continuing the sale of the related products, the watchdog Financial Supervisory Service said Friday. Based on an intermediary inspection and accounting audit, the FSS estimated that two of the disputed parent funds may suffer losses of up to 730 billion won ($617.5 million). ...
Rising garlic price cannot be blamed on coronavirus: Business watchdog
As some suggest the coronavirus outbreak may be behind the sharp rise in garlic prices, the competition watchdog is not having any of it, blaming importers instead.
Takumi Appoints Mary Keane-Dawson as Group Chief Executive to Accelerate Growth
Following a year of rapid growth, Takumi appoints Mary Keane-Dawson as group chief executive.
Nvidia’s “in pretty good shape on supply” with next-gen GPUs on different nodes
Jen-Hsun Huang warns Nvidia still "won't have ample supply" of GPUs this year despite next-gen chips being on different nodes
Coronavirus prompts HSBC and Shell to send staff home
Employees in Hong Kong and Singapore came into contact with people infected
Cleanliness of wet markets only at 40pc, says minister
PASIR PUTEH, Feb 14 — The cleanliness level of most wet markets in Malaysia hovers around 40 per cent, said Housing and Local Government Minister Zuraida Kamaruddin. In view of this, she called on traders and customers to change their attitude and habits, especially...
Flat oil price offsets weaker Rand in projected March fuel price drop
Rand’s weakening against the US Dollar, as well as the mentioned flatter oil price, points to a decrease of between 14 and 25 cents a litre for petrol.
Glenmark Pharma Q3 consolidated net profit rises 64% to Rs 190.83 crore
Consolidated revenue of the company stood at Rs 2,735.56 crore for the quarter under consideration as against Rs 2,555.04 crore for the corresponding period a year ago.
Proposed EU 2021-2027 budget at 1.074% of EU GNI, or 1.095 trillion euros
Chairman of EU leaders proposed the next EU 2021-2027 budget at 1.074% of the EU's gross national income (GNI), or 1.095 trillion euros, Reuters repor
India needs urgent structural reforms: IMF
India urgently needs more ambitious structural and financial sector reform measures and a medium-term fiscal consolidation strategy due to the rising debt levels while ensuring a more accommodative fi
Delta hopes to be the first carbon neutral airline
It'll rely more on mitigation than zero-emissions aircraft to achieve its goal.
Cashed up super funds hunt for buying opportunities
Unisuper and Hostplus say they are sitting on elevated piles of cash and any major sell-off in equity markets sparked by the coronavirus will come as a buying opportunity.
Stoffel Vandoorne to be Mercedes reserve driver
Former McLaren driver Stoffel Vandoorne will combine his duties in Formula E with the role as Mercedes reserve driver. The rumour surfaced earlier today but the man himself has now confirmed the news on Twitter.
Vijay Mallya says ED, CBI have been ‘totally unreasonable’
Beleaguered tycoon requests banks to take back 100% of the principal amount
Canada: CPI inflation is projected to firm to 2.4% in January – TD Securities
Previewing next week's macroeconomic data releases from Canada, "CPI inflation is projected to firm to 2.4% in January on a combination of a 0.3% m/m
'Valuable life lesson:' Woman arrested for anti-Indigenous comments apologizes
A woman arrested in northern Manitoba for online comments threatening violence against Indigenous people has asked for forgiveness and says she has learned valuable lessons.
2019 brings first and highest current account surplus since 2001
Turkey achieved a higher-than-expected current account surplus in 2019, its first and highest surplus since 2001, official data showed Friday. Having...
US Intelligence Community Sees Crypto As a Threat to the Greenback
The U.S. Office of the Director of National Intelligence is seeking a researcher to model risk scenarios for how and why the dollar could lose its global supremacy.
An apple a day too much to pay?
A surge in fruit and vegetable prices has driven the largest monthly rise in food costs in nearly three years. Official numbers showed prices rising 2.1 percent in January on the month before. Stats NZ said much higher costs for strawberries and apples and a range of meat and grocery items were the main drivers. It said that reflected the usual pattern of prices rising after the Christmas holidays. Food costs for the year ended January rose 3.5 percent on the year before, the biggest annual rise in eight years.
Panel makes suggestions for coastal highway
Compensation for displaced fishermen and adalats figure among measures
5 bad money habits to give up sooner rather than later
We're not talking about pinching pennies — we're talking about bad money habits that are holding you back from building wealth.
Google’s €2.4bn fine ‘a small amount of cash’
Colm Mac Eochaidh comments come during hear at EU’s General Court in Luxembourg
AUD/USD: Recovery not guaranteed
AUD/USD has been on the rise amid a calmer market mood. However, technically, the pair shows signs of a short-term drop, according to Yohay Elam from
Tesla may have quietly acquired a new lithium-ion battery cell startup in CO
Recent observations by active members of the Tesla community suggest that the electric car maker may have acquired a lithium-ion battery cell specialist startup from Louisville, Colorado. If these speculations prove accurate, Tesla may very well be on the cusp of extending its lead in the electric vehicle market further. It is no secret that […]
From Tokyo to Wakayama to Okinawa, Japan on edge as COVID-19 spreads
Japan was on high alert Friday due to the rising number of confirmed COVID-19 cases nationwide, including that of two taxi drivers and a doctor, as well as
Blame game over 830-mn-euro settlement in VW's German diesel cases
Consumer representatives and car giant Volkswagen each blamed the other Friday for a breakdown in talks over a settlement for 400,000 German customers in the firm's "dieselgate" emissions cheating scandal.
Servian Wall at McDonald's
Inside this Mcdonald's you can dine on your Big Mac and fries next to a 2,500-year-old Roman wall.
What’s It Going to Take for Zillow to Get Back to $150?
Zillow Group’s latest partnership with regional homebuilders could help Z stock and ZG stock get to $150. Here’s why.
Roads high on BBMP’s wish list for State budget
The priority is repairing roads that had been dug up for laying water and sewage pipelines
Canopy Growth: Only Faint Positives
Canopy Growth beat consensus estimates for FQ3.The Canadian cannabis company still had a massive free cash flow loss of C$360 million.The stock has a fully diluted market cap of $8.4 billion and FY21
Harry and Meghan's staff lose jobs as they close Buckingham Palace office
The closure is part of the Sussex's preparations to drop their HRH titles and become financially independent
German economy stagnates in sign of Europe's difficulties
FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Growth ground to a halt at the end of the year in Germany, Europe’s largest economy, as manufacturing remained in a slump and exports fell, official figures showed Friday.The flat reading underlines the challenge facing the broader eurozone economy as it struggles against headwinds from the U.S-China trade dispute and Britain's departure from the European Union.Both the German and eurozone figures were the weakest since 2013, when the region was suffering from a debt crisis that nearly spelled the end of the euro currency.Germany's state statistics agency said Friday there was zero growth in the fourth quarter and a mediocre 0.6% increase for the whole year.
'Stay Alert' call to business as Coronavirus impacts spread across NZ economy - ABC
Importers and exporters should talk to their shippers - both sea and air - and keep informed as knock-on effects of China’s coronavirus hit New Zealand.
3 Steps to a Socially Conscious Portfolio
So you want your investment holdings to reflect your values and you’re confused by all the so-called E.S.G. funds. Here’s how to start.
Trader: Ethereum Can Hit $440 But Indicator Warns Altcoin ‘Overbought’
“Serious resistance” should trigger above $400 as General Strength Indicator suggests Ether is at its most overbought since May 2019.
Combining F1 with DTM will be 'difficult' - Kubica
Robert Kubica admits he will have a very busy year in 2020.
January 2020 NPD: Even Goku can’t rescue game spending
The January 2020 NPD report is in, and game sales continue to slump. Consumers are buying fewer consoles and games as they wait out the next-gen transition.
EU launches anti-dumping investigation on China aluminum products
LONDON — The European Commission has opened an investigation into whether China is dumping aluminum extrusions, products widely used in transport, construction and electronics, in the European Union, it said on Friday.
Women-only club set to open on Brigade Road
Panjury V Shankar, is the owner of the successful fine dining South Indian restaurant Carnatic. The engineering graduate observed a gap in the hospitality industry a year into the business. “There
Coronavirus could mean $5 billion in airline losses: UN agency
"Prior to the outbreak, airlines had planned to increase capacity by nine percent on international routes to/from China for the first quarter of 2020 compared to 2019," ICAO said in a statement.
DataOps: Turning Your Business into a Wealthy Data Democracy
Many businesses have tried to generate value from their data. Many have succeeded: some narrowly, some broadly. At Hitachi Vantara, DataOps is...
IRS suggests game currencies are not taxable; tax experts say don’t believe it
A change to the IRS website suggests that game currencies are not taxable, despite an earlier statement that they are – but tax experts say ...
Euromillions jackpot-winning ticket sold in Castlebar, County Mayo
The National Lottery has revealed that this week’s Euromillions jackpot-winning ticket was sold...
Did William Barr Throw Down the Gauntlet?
Or was it just a performance?
How Dynamic Supply Chain Analytics Smooths Cash Flow
ClearMetal discusses the impact of static data analytics on cash flow through the supply chain, with impacts on inventory and invoice-to-payment cycles.
Range Resources: Leverage Risk Climbs Sharply
The credit line may not be available when the company most needs it.Cash flow in the third quarter dropped nearly 50% from the previous year.Fourth-quarter cash flow should continue the pattern of pro
SpaceX plans to launch fifth Starlink batch Sunday
ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 14 (UPI) -- SpaceX plans to launch its fifth batch of Starlink satellites from Florida at 10:25 a.m. EST on Sunday, after postponing a Saturday attempt due to weather concerns.
Zuckerberg accepts Facebook may pay more tax outside US - Politico
Facebook Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg accepts that global tax reforms mean the social networking giant may have to pay more taxes outside of ...
Our real estate biz not dependent on govt reforms & we continue to do well: Adi Godrej
Adi Godrej, Chairman, Godrej Industries, says the last two years have been record years for Godrej Properties. The chemical business is doing well while the consumer company is under a little pressure as peoples purchasing power has come down.
Vettel denies being Ferrari 'number 2'
Sebastian Vettel says he is not heading into 2020 with the feeling of now being 'number 2' at Ferrari.
Single-lane traffic restored
UPDATE 12:10 p.m. Single lane southbound traffic has now been restored on the Coquihalla Highway between Hope and Merritt.
U.S. economist says impact of COVID-19 on Chinese, world economy limited
CHICAGO, Feb. 13 -- The effect of the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, known as COVID-19, on the Chinese economy will be limited, said Khairy Tourk, a professor of economics with the Stuart School of Business of the Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago.
Huawei, Meng face new US charges of trade secrets theft
Chinese tech giant Huawei has been hit with fresh US criminal charges alleging a "decades-long" effort to steal trade secrets from American companies.
The ESA confirms 10 publishers attending E3 2020
E3 organiser the ESA has confirmed some of the publishers not missing the show this year.
Ram Charan Sends His Best Wishes To BFF Rana Daggubati For ‘Aranya’
Tollywood heartthrob Rana Daggubati is on cloud nine following all the praises and appreciation he has been getting for the teaser of his upcoming Telugu release Aranya, which in Hindi has been titled
Dostum Threatens ‘Parallel Govt’ if Election Results are Rigged
First Vice President Gen.
US: UoM Consumer Confidence improves to 100.9 in February from 99.8
The University of Michigan's Survey of Consumers revealed that the Index of Consumer Sentiment in February improved to 100.9 (preliminary) from 99.8 i
Huawei Y7p Now Available In Malaysia; Priced At RM699
Since the last Y9s from last year, Huawei has a new Y series phone, the Y7p, in the market now. And it also comes at a lower price point than the former.
Beeping power bank in unclaimed bag triggers bomb scare in SC
The area outside Court 4, which remains usually crowded, was cordoned off for a while
CPI(M) sees political motive behind CAG report row
‘Selective leak aimed at putting govt. in the dock ahead of local body elections’
Jes Staley’s Jeffrey Epstein issue is just the latest Barclays tangle
Here’s why running this particular British bank is like riding a rollercoaster
SC pulls up DoT for non-collection of AGR dues
Airtel to pay ₹10,000 crore by February 20
Thought we won World Cup after Eden Gardens frenzy on IPL debut, shares Shoaib Akhtar
Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar recalled his glorious IPL debut at the Eden Gardens where he picked up 4 wickets for just 11 runs to dismantle a solid Delhi batting line up. Then KKR skipper Sourav Ganguly shared how difficult it was to lead him as he withdrew after just three games.
Alan Titchmarsh joins Flying Scotsman in reopening of historic railway line
Celebrity gardener Alan Titchmarsh was joined by Flying Scotsman for the official reopening of a heritage steam railway.
Piston Slap: Will EVs Bankrupt Mechanics, Dealerships?
Marc writes: Hi. Long-time reader, and have had a past question answered. With all the hype surrounding electrification, there is one aspect I see little discussion about — the impact on the service and parts business. If the majority of profits at a dealership comes from service and parts, what is the impact of no […]
Supreme Court orders telcos to clear AGR dues by Mar 17, threatens contempt
The Supreme Court on Friday said the companies and the federal Department of Telecommunications (DoT) were liable for contempt of court
Loose cow causes traffic delays on California highway
Feb. 14 (UPI) -- Police responded to a stretch of highway in California where a loose cow wandered into the roadway and caused traffic delays.
Ferrari's 'extreme' SF1000: What's new on their 2020 car?
Ferrari certainly stole the show in F1's launch week with their extravagant and entertaining unveiling, but just what did we find out about the centrepiece of that event - the new SF1000?
IndusInd Bank hits over 3-year low; tumbles 11% in six sessions
The private sector lender's stock was trading at its lowest level since January 10, 2017
Flywire Secures $120 Million Through Series E Investment Round Led by Goldman Sachs; Announces Acquisition of Healthcare Technology Platform Simplee
Flywire, a U.S.-based fintech firm that provides global payment and receivables solutions for education, healthcare, and commercial enterprises, announced on Th
Gold struggles to move into positive territory, trades around $1,575
The troy ounce of the precious metal rose $8 on Thursday but seems to be having a tough time stretching higher on Friday. As of writing, the XAU/USD p
Renault slashes dividend as Nissan income falls 84%
Carmaker, which owns 43% of Nissan, saw full-year profit miss estimates after sales fall
BIR: Taxpayers should use online tax payment facilities
As the filing of the 2019 income tax returns nears, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) asked yesterday all taxpayers to make use of the online payment system which is more convenient and easy to use.
ONGC net profit falls 50% to ₹4,152 crore in Q3
ONGC has reported a ₹4,151.63 crore standalone net profit for the third quarter of financial year 2019-2020. This is 49.75 per cent lower than the ₹8,262.7 crore profit reported in the comparable quar
Covid-19: DPM confirms foreign ships refusing to share essential info barred from docking in Malaysia
PUTRAJAYA, Feb 14 — Malaysia will not allow any foreign vessel that refuses to share essential information to dock in the country, Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail said today amid reports of recent attempts by two Hong Kong cruise ships. The deputy prime minister said the decision was made in...
Here’s Why Valentine’s Day Is The Biggest Scam Of Our Time
Here's Why Valentine’s Day Is The Biggest Scam Of Our Time-It has been commercialised with Companies making billions from the day
UPDATED: Forget Fashion Brands For a Moment, Politicians Are Paying to Enlist Influencers
Michael Bloomberg's campaign is looking beyond traditional television ads and social media posts in order to promote his play for President: it is investing in influencer marketing. According to reports from the Daily Beast and other news outlets, the New York-based Democratic candidate’s name is ti
Reported Arsenal target Kevin Volland open to Premier League move
Bayer Leverkusen forward Kevin Volland has opened the door to a move to the Premier League this summer, putting on red alert after recent links. Sky in Germany reported the 10-cap Germany international emerged as a possible target for the Gunners in January, but a move didn’t materialise with Bayer wanting to retain their best […]Reported Arsenal target Kevin Volland has said in an interview that the Premier League would suit his game and finds it 'very interesting'.
J. C. Penney Needs To Do Significantly Better Than Department Store Peers
J. C. Penney's Analyst Day is scheduled for April 7 and it is expected to provide a three-year financial outlook then.This outlook is constrained by the need to reach certain targets by 2022 in order
Burberry Group (LON:BRBY) PT Lowered to GBX 2,600 at Credit Suisse Group
Burberry Group (LON:BRBY) had its target price reduced by Credit Suisse Group from GBX 2,650 ($34.86) to GBX 2,600 ($34.20) in a report issued on Monday morning, Stock Target Advisor reports. They currently have an outperform rating on the stock. A number of other equities research analysts also recently weighed in on the stock. Deutsche […]
Top headlines: SC shocker for telcos, wholesale inflation rises, and more
From SC's rejection of telcos' plea for new schedule for AGR payments to wholesale inflation rises to 3.1% in January, here are the day's top headlines
Daily Insight: Joining the digital era
The must-read stories and debate in health policy and leadership.
Calls mount for public, private partnerships to focus on SA's most vulnerable
Partnerships between government and the private sector should focus on creating a conducive environment where citizens could ...
Babri Masjid Action Committee To Move SC Seeking Rubble Of Demolished Mosque In Ayodhya
AIBMAC convener Zafaryab Jilani said that he would soon file a petition in the SC on the matter
Millions of couples unaware they're entitled to a £250 cash boost from HMRC
Themarriage tax allowanceallows you to transfer £1,250 of your personalallowance(the amount you can earntax-free eachyear) to your spouse or civil partner - saving you £250 a year
Here's How Maserati Is Going To Reinvent Itself
After years of slow sales, Maserati is ready to reinvent itself. We've known for a while that the Italian a...
SC notice to Lalu Prasad on CBI plea against bail in fodder scam case
CBI filed a plea challenging Jharkhand High Court bail granted to Yadav in one of the fodder scam cases.The order, given on 12 July 2019, has been challenged on the grounds that it was passed "erroneously"
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We have a deal on Blueprints for Mac, a prototyping tool for website ideation that will help you burn through your wire-framing time: $39
Facebook may have to pay more tax, Zuckerberg accepts
Global cross-border taxation rules are set to be rewritten
After Supreme Court Rap, DoT Directs Telcos to Pay AGR Dues by 11:59 PM Tonight
The order by the DoT has asked telcos to clear dues by 11.59 pm Friday.
Present Your Data Like a Pro
Demystify the numbers. Your audience will thank you.
Reports: Big boost for Manchester United as Chelsea withdraw interest in top target
The latest word around the rumour mill is that Premier League giants Chelsea have withdrawn their interest in Borussia Dortmund’s Jadon Sancho, thereby handing a big boost to Manchester United who are also known to be interested in him.
NABU Chief Sytnyk accused of receiving money from occupied Crimea
The money were reportedly received for the plot sold in Crimea.
Construction Activity Can Signal When Credit Booms Go Wrong
The risk of a bad boom- where a rapid credit growth episode is followed by a financial crisis or subpar economic growth -increases when there is also a boom in house prices.We find that signals from c
The Refined Investor Series 2020 promises to provide actionable insights for investors
The Refined Investor Series, reputed for high-level conversations is well attended by high profile business leaders and investors- and this year is no different as Fine & Country West Africa will be collaborating with PwC and Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie as knowledge partners to execute what has been described as one of the most anticipated & insightful Real Estate events for the upper quartile market in Nigeria.
Kraft Heinz’s Junk Downgrade Rekindles Bond Market Jitters
Kraft Heinz Co., the iconic food giant created in a merger five years ago, was downgraded to junk by two credit raters, raising fresh worries among investors that a slowing economy could threaten the broader corporate bond market.
‘Leaders who steal public funds are the poorest before Allah’
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NPD: January sales down 26% year-over-year
Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot tops charts as hardware spending declines 35% year-over-year
Is balance lacking on agri-food boards and committees?
Is the tillage sector being under-represented on boards and committees in the agri-food sector?
Nest-egg nerves: the challenge facing super funds
With consistently good returns under their belt, how well prepared are super funds for a downturn?
Gold prices climb Rs 75 to Rs 41,481 per 10 grams, silver gains Rs 147
"Spot gold of 24 karat in Delhi was trading up by Rs 75 with rupee depreciation," HDFC Securities Senior Analyst (Commodities) Tapan Patel said.
Saracens players held positive talks over their futures
Saracens players have held positive talks about their future at the club next season, says reserve hooker Tom Woolstencroft.
MyTheresa eCommerce Fashion Brand Plans To Go Public
MyTheresa, the online luxury fashion retailer, plans to list on the New York Stock Exchange to take advantage of robust equity markets.
Switch to a Nissan Leaf and go emission free for less
Receive up to £2,000 off when you trade in your current car at Crosby Park Nissan*
These were the best performing ASX 200 shares last week
The IDP Education Ltd (ASX:IEL) share price was among the best performers on the ASX 200 last week…
Binance Adds 15 Fiat Currency Options for Purchasing Crypto
Binance’s debit and credit card partner Simplex is now offering 15 more fiat currencies that are supported for purchasing Bitcoin, Ether and others.
Americans to spend a record $27.4B for Valentine's Day, survey says
Feb. 14 (UPI) -- Americans are expected to set a record for Valentine's Day spending this year, according to a survey by the National Retail Federation.
RBS changes name to NatWest in bid to shed legacy of bailout
The majority state-owned U.K. bank RBS announced a name change on Friday as it tries to leave behind its near-collapse during the 2008 financial crisis.
Google makes 1,000 new high-res satellite images available in Earth View
Google has cornered the market on making high-resolution, aerial imagery of earth's most breathtaking landscapes available to the public.
USD/JPY drops below 109.80 after uninspiring US data
The USD/JPY pair lost nearly 15 pips with the initial reaction to Retail Sales and Industrial Production data from the US and touched a session low of
New £1.4m council house development completed in Stanley
The supply of council housing in Perth and Kinross has been boosted with the completion of a new £1.4million development in Stanley.
Asian shares aim for second week of gains amid virus scare
Global shares eased on Friday, as investors were spooked by a sharp rise in the number of coronavirus cases in China this week while oil prices ...
Collect on Rite Aid’s Short-Term Bullishness
My regular readers know I never want to buck the tape, or go against the action in the market, which is why I am recommending a bullish call option on Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE:RAD).
BMW launches 530i Sport in India; priced at Rs 55.40 Lakh
The new BMW 5 Series Sedan can reach from 0 to 100 kmph in 6.1 seconds. The car also has an 8-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters
Man Utd and Chelsea on red alert as president admits target could be sold this summer
Manchester United and Chelsea on red alert as president admits that striking target, Moussa Dembele, could be sold this summer
3 killed as car hits two-wheeler
Three persons were killed after a car hit a two-wheeler and plunged into a farm well in Karur district near Vairamadai check post in Thennilai police station limits on Friday.The occupants of the car
German EcoMin: Economy is still experiencing a period of weakness
The German Economy Ministry is out with its assessment of the economy after the fourth quarter 2019 GDP showed stagnation. Key Quotes: German economy
No health risks from smelly landfill
Residents living near a Walsall landfill site been assured they are not exposed to any health risks despite being left sick from the odour coming from the site.
7 Highlights of Foldable Smartphones: A Brief History of Foldable Design
Foldables: either the future of mobile or a very expensive fad consumer product.
WTI climbs to fresh two-week highs above $52
The barrel of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) fell below the $51 handle on Thursday but recovered a large portion of its losses to close the day at $51.
Mary Lou seeks sit-down meeting with Micheál as two leaders speak by phone for 15 minutes
Martin reiterated why Fianna Fáil would not go into coalition with Sinn Féin, a FF spokesperson said.
Hitting the target: business tries to break the deadlock on climate
Growing support for a net zero emissions target is heaping pressure on the government and Labor to adopt more ambitious climate policies.
Kraft Heinz Is Still a Mess
Another disappointing earnings report shows that the company's still in disarray.
Copper: Car sales to hit the red metal – ANZ
A move below $5,700/t was near before base metals were able to recover. There are still troubles on the horizon for the red metal as auto sales in Chi
Capgemini to hire up to 15,000 freshers this year via campus recruitment
At present, 1.2 lakh employees work in the Indian offices of Capgemini. With this, India accounts for more than half of the French IT services company's global strength
Susan Fowler: Why I Wrote the Uber Memo
I was terrified of being labeled “that woman who was sexually harassed.” But I had to speak out.
2020 - A Close Look At What To Expect
As Q4-2019 earnings continue to push the US stock market higher, what should traders expect going forward in 2020?There are a number of things that could potentially disrupt foreign market expectation
Apple Stock is a Tasty Breakout Candidate
Apple stock is itching to join the Nasdaq in overbought territory. Here's how to play the looming breakout with AAPL options.
The Highly Accurate Ethereum Golden Cross is Forming, Is a Major Rally Incoming?
Ethereum's stellar performance of late has seen it gain 113% in the six weeks since the start of the year. This achievement reversed a six-month downtrend
Trump wants $1.5 bn over 10 years to revive US uranium production
US uranium production has plummeted 96 per cent in the last five years, the US Energy Information Administration reported Thursday
Premier League stars hiring private security for protection in Dubai amid fears
Countless stars were out in Dubai over winter break...
Klevgrand just dropped a free modular audio environment that you can use to build your own effects
Krets deals in low-level audio DSP processing
Ukraine's NSDC to cooperate with global IT giants in countering cyber threats
They will interact via the platform of the National Coordinating Center for Cybersecurity.
JLL Reports Record Fourth-Quarter And Full-Year 2019 Results
NEW ZEALAND, 14 February 2020 – Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (NYSE: JLL) has reported outstanding operating performance for the fourth quarter and full year of 2019.
AGR-hit Vodafone Idea postpones Q3 conference call with analysts
The Supreme Court on Friday directed the top echelons of telecom firms to explain why contempt action should not be taken against them for non-compliance of its AGR order
Lotto bosses reveal shop where €17m EuroMillions ticket was sold
National Lottery bosses have revealed the County Mayo shop where the €17 million EuroMillions jackpot ticket was sold.
This Bitcoin Metric Is Over 100% Higher in 2 Months, and It’s Critical for Bulls
Over the past 60 days, Bitcoin has found itself rocketing higher, rallying from a low of $6,400 to a local top of $10,500 in the span of two months.
You could be cheating on your taxes without realizing it. Here's how to tell.
Recent changes in tax laws eliminating or curtailing some long-time deductions and credits could turn ordinary taxpayers into inadvertent tax cheats.
‘Life After Lockup’ Preview: Sarah Screams At Michael & Tells Him To Leave — Watch
Sarah and Michael fight about their kids and she breaks down in tears in this 'Life After Lockup' preview.
Police open road near Co-op Refinery
After a week of traffic restrictions, a road running alongside the Co-op Refinery Complex is again open to all motorists.
Antitrust probe into e-commerce firms stalled after Amazon challenge
CCI last month ordered a probe into Amazon and rival Walmart's Flipkart over alleged violations of competition law and certain discounting practices
Ferrari and Haas announce their line up for winter testing
Ferrari have announced who will test on which days during the first test week in Barcelona. Testing runs from Wednesday, February 19 to Friday, February 21, and the drivers will have to take it in turns throughout the week.
Six-month extension for free parking pilot to be approved
Council bosses are due to give green light to a full calendar year of Free for Three in Paisley
Best Free WordPress Themes
Whether you're making a new website or revamping an existing one there are literally thousands of WordPress themes to choose from. The options may seem a little overwhelming, so to help you select the best look for your site we’ve narrowed the field down to these 8 best WordPress themes for 2020.
US manufacturing output hit by Boeing troubles, slips 0.1%
Excluding the production of airplanes and parts, factory production rose 0.3%.
‘Grinding Into Her Buttocks’: PNC Bank to Pay Millions to Black Employee After Allegedly Failing to Protect Her from White Customer’s Harassment
PNC Bank could have to pay a pretty penny to settle a case of workplace sexual harassment after a former employee says the bank failed to shield her from
'Almost a mass psychosis': Tesla's 250% stock rally makes no sense, Bob Lutz says
Bob Lutz has no idea why Tesla stock has rocketed more than 250% in six months.
Renault reports net losses of 141 million euros in 2019
Renault said its outlook for 2020 was bleak with a fresh fall in operational profitability, a statement said Friday.
Half-Life: Alyx release date confirmed for 23rd March
The release date for Half-Life Alyx, Valve's first big budget VR game, has been confirmed for 23rd March. Though Valve are clearly designing it with their own Valve Index headset in mind, it will also
SpiceJet Q3 profit rises to Rs 73.2 cr, operational revenue up by 47%
"This profit is after a non-cash forex charge on account of Ind AS 116 of Rs 75.9 crore without which the profit would have been Rs 149.1 crore," SpiceJet said in a release.
Are you having second thoughts about your career choice?
According to a recent survey by Toronto-based non-profit career coaching and development organization CERIC, nearly 72 per cent of Canadians who meet with the organization’s career counsellors wish they had chosen a different career path
Replace your entire wage with dividends from ASX shares
You can replace your entire wage with dividends from ASX shares.
U.S. January core retail sales unchanged; December revised down
Sales at clothing stores declined by the most since 2009
Sound Transit in court, Inslee on climate, milk on the menu
Day 33 of 60 of the 2020 session of the Washington Legislature in Olympia.
UN warns of humanitarian disaster if locust swarms aren't stopped
Billions of locusts have been swarming across the Arabian peninsula and East Africa
I-T Dept notifies forms for companies to avail lower corporate taxes
CBDT has notified Forms 10-IC and 10-ID for existing companies that want to avail lower I-T rate and new manufacturing firms, respectively
LYFT (NASDAQ:LYFT) Given “Buy” Rating at JMP Securities
JMP Securities reissued their buy rating on shares of LYFT (NASDAQ:LYFT) in a report published on Monday morning, TipRanks reports. The firm currently has a $88.00 price target on the ride-sharing company’s stock. Other research analysts have also recently issued research reports about the stock. Wolfe Research upgraded shares of LYFT from an underperform rating […]
RompHim goes out of business
RompHim, the rompers-for-men company that achieved viral success a couple of years back, is going out of business. CNN reports that the initial focus on marketing to straight bros limited their app…
Rare sighting of lynx family crossing road in Manitoba – video
The wild cats spend much of their life hidden in thick forest and are rarely seen in groups
Tesla raises $2 billion in secondary stock offering priced at $767 a share — 5% below where it's trading now
Tesla will sell 2.65 million shares of common stock for a price tag of $US767 a share, the company announced Friday. That’s a 4.6% discount on Thursday’s closing price.
VN-Index dips, ending three-session gaining streak - VnExpress International
Vietnam’s benchmark stock market index slipped 0.08 percent to 937.45 points Friday, ending a three-session gaining streak.
RAF Mildenhall Closure Delayed Until At Least 2027
The decision to close the base was first made in 2015.
New Jersey’s American Dream Mall Readies for Its Ultimate Test
Two decades in the making, the American Dream mega-mall is about to open its doors to shoppers. The question is how many will show up.
LuLu Group to expand retail arm Tablez, consolidate hotels in India
To also set up large-format malls in Hyderabad, Lucknow and Bengaluru
Advertising giants face ACCC inquiry into market power
Concerned about market concentration, the Morrison government has ordered an inquiry into the conduct of digital giants such as Google and Facebook, and global advertising agencies.
Reports: Glazers set final asking price for Manchester United ahead of potential sale
The Glazer family, the owners of Premier League giants Manchester United, have reportedly made it clear that they will only sell the club if they receive over £2billion, and only want to part ways with a 20-per-cent stake.
HKTDC Helps SMEs Amid Unprecedented Challenges
HKTDC Chairman Dr Peter K N Lam said Hong Kong has experienced unprecedented challenges over the past year, affecting the local political, economic and social landscape, as well as people's livelihood. Given that Hong Kong's economic outlook is already subdued because of the ongoing Sino-United States trade dispute, the weak global economy and the local social unrest over the past months, the impact of the current coronavirus outbreak could be higher than that of SARS (Severe acute respiratory syndrome) in 2003, further weakening demand in retail and catering and affecting the job market in the first half of this year.
Tactical Asset Allocation Views (February 2020)
China and the rest of Asia are likely to see the most pronounced decline in growth for Q1 2020, as economic activity is disrupted from quarantines, factories shutdowns and canceled transportation serv
Microsoft's Surface Book 3 to reportedly include Nvidia Quadro graphics
A new report outlines what we can expect from Microsoft's upcoming spring hardware event, including the Surface Book 3 and Surface Go 2. The Book 3 might actually come with Quadro graphics.
Friday’s analyst upgrades and downgrades
Inside the Market’s roundup of some of today’s key analyst actions
Alleged pension fraud: EFCC files fresh charge against Maina’s son, Faisal
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Friday, filed an amended three-count charge against Faisal Maina, son of Abdulrashe
Aldi is about to increase the price of its bag for life up to 15p
Stores in the Midlands will also scrap single-use produce bags
One of UK coronavirus patients ‘attended Westminster conference’
Nine people have been confirmed with Covid-19 in the UK.
Huawei hit hard by coronavirus in China, new criminal charges in U.S.
There's lots of bad news piling up for Huawei, the firm often considered to be Android's best hope of challenging Apple's leadership in smartphone design and business competency.
Samsung Intros 25W Power Banks & 45W Car Charger
Samsung's new power banks are a great addition for the Galaxy S20 smartphones. The same goes for the newly-announced car charger, as well.
Wirecard quarterly profit strength meets expectations
BERLIN (Reuters) - Payments company Wirecard reported strong quarterly results in line with analyst expectations on Friday and reiterated guidance for core profit growth of 34% this year.
Vietnam Airlines loses up to $10.8 million a week to Covid-19 - VnExpress International
Vietnam Airlines has lost VND200-250 billion ($8.6-10.8 million) per week following flight suspension to China, the national carrier said in a statement.
Only 2,200 professionals in India disclosed annual income above ₹1 crore
I-T Dept shares data on income tax returns for 2018-19 via tweets
Amazon wins 'JEDI' order suspending $10 billion Microsoft US military contract
A temporary injunction requested by Amazon was issued US judge Patricia Campbell-Smith, barring the Department of Defense from starting work on the contract known as JEDI, according to a summary of the ruling available online.
Surface Book 3 and Surface Go 2 details emerge ahead of spring event
More details came out about an upcoming Surface Book 3 and Surface Go 2. According to a report, Microsoft will refresh their Surface Book and Surface Go lineups at an event this spring.
Baltic states mull joint deposit recycling system
A meeting of Baltic Assembly committees in Tallinn February 14 focused on the circular economy and digital cooperation, with the possibility of a unified recycling system for all three Baltic states among the subejects discussed.
The PlayStation 5 could cost as much as $470 as Sony reportedly struggles to keep the cost of parts down
PlayStation insiders said exactly where the company prices the PS5 will depend on where rival Microsoft prices its next-generation Xbox.
Asian plane makers struggle to take off in crowded market
Asian plane makers have thrown huge sums at building jets but flagship projects have suffered repeated setbacks, and they face a tough time breaking into a market dominated by established players.
3 Small-Cap Stocks With Big-Cap Potential
You may wish you had bought Axos Financial, Telaria, and Yext now if they hit their upside potential later.
Sebi constitutes municipal bonds development committee
Markets regulator Sebi on Friday said it has constituted a committee which will suggest on policy matters pertaining to development of municipal debt securities and facilitate municipalities for issuance of such bonds. The regulator has constituted
NVIDIA Financial Results Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2020 - Positive Forecasts Despite Coronavirus
NVIDIA today reported revenue for the fourth quarter ended Jan. 26, 2020, of $3.11 billion, up 41 percent from $2.21 billion a year earlier, and up 3 percent from $3.01 billion in the previous quarter...
Xi’s Pick to Save China From Virus Is Loyalist Who Lured Tesla
Barely a month ago, then-Shanghai Mayor Ying Yong was sharing a stage with Elon Musk to celebrate the release of Tesla Inc.’s China-built Model 3 sedans -- the sort of glitzy honor that comes with leading the financial hub of the world’s second-largest economy.
Ford Is In The Doghouse.
Ford is once again in trouble after a poor quarter, with the share price back around $8.The dividend is well covered and the stock looks cheap, but investor sentiment is strongly against this name.Inv
Bargain 50p Yankee Candles being sold at B&M - but there's a catch
The bargain store usually sells the product for £15 each, meaning the saving is a huge 97 per cent
Stanbic IBTC creates a phenomenal experience of tech and agric
It is youth-empowering events like the “Youth Leadership Series” (YLS) organized by Stanbic IBTC Bank Plc that makes the difference.
FM Sitharaman says the govt is open to tweaking inside and outside Budget for economic growth
irmala Sitharaman said the immediate feedback to the Union Budget has been motivating, as it has had a 'positive impact' on the currency, bond and equity markets.On the REITs and InvITs, the Finance Minister said she wanted to hear the views of the economists and other tax experts on the Budget
SC Comes Down Heavily On TELCOs For Not Paying AGR Dues, Asks Withdrawal Of Centre‘s Order Not To Take Coercive Action
SC Comes Down Heavily On TELCOs For Not Paying AGR Dues
Microsoft, TCS, BrowserStack, Sprink top recruiters at IIM Ahmedabad
Including pre-placement offers (PPOs), the trio made 12 offers, the highest in the third cluster, followed by FinIQ with 11 offers.
GBP/JPY Price Analysis: Faces rejection near two-month old descending trend-line
The GBP/JPY cross failed to capitalize on the previous session's goodish intraday positive move and witnessed a modest pullback during the early Europ
Brexit Takes a Chunk Out of Cisco’s Earnings, as Headwinds Blow
Cisco earnings fell flat this week, with the networking specialist posting a 6% drop in orders. The decline in Europe was blamed squarely on Brexit.
SC refuses to extend BS-IV deadline
The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a plea by automobile dealers for permission to sell and register vehicles following the Bharat Stage-IV standard emission norms beyond April 1, 2020.Th
City and province sign preliminary agreement to build four transit projects, including Ontario Line
The city and the province have officially signed off on a preliminary agreement that will pave the way for a nearly $30 billion transit expansion plan.
OneUnited Bank Stresses Importance of ‘Loving Ourselves’ After Harriet Tubman Visa Draws Ridicule
OneUnited Bank chose to respond with love amid the hate and ridicule it received over its new limited-edition debit cards honoring trailblazer and
When The Facts Change
The coronavirus is a human tragedy, but the markets remain sanguine.A slowing of global growth is already factored into market expectations.Further central bank easing is expected to calm any market f
Huawei, Meng face new US charges of trade secrets theft
The new charges, including a federal racketeering allegation, add to an indictment unsealed in January 2019 that alleged Huawei stole trade secrets from US carrier T-Mobile.
Pakistan has achieved all economic goals, IMF says
--Global financial body says 'govt has made considerable progress in last few months to advance economic reforms' The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Friday announced that Pakistan
Let MS Dhoni take a call on his retirement, says Rajiv Shukla
Cricket News: Former Indian Premier League (IPL) chairman Rajiv Shukla on Friday said ex-India skipper MS Dhoni has a lot of cricketing career left and he only can
New H-1B application process begins March 1
Employers that rely on foreign national talent face new electronic filing system and modified registration timeline for FY 2021 filing period.
Over 15 tonnes of used cooking oil dispatched from Madurai to Telangana for bio-fuel production
The oil was collected from 222 shops in the city that used more than 40 litres of oil a day
Trouble At The Law Firm Filing Patently Ridiculous Lawsuits On Behalf Of Tulsi Gabbard
We've covered the two ridiculous lawsuits filed by Tulsi Gabbard in the past few months -- one against Google and another against...
Govt willing to do more beyond Budget to boost growth: FM Sitharaman
The country's GDP growth is estimated to slow to an 11-year low of 5 per cent in the current financial year
SpiceJet Q3 net profit soars 21% to Rs 78 crore despite 737 MAX troubles
SpiceJet reported growth in air transport services during the December quarter, as segment results for the period almost doubled to Rs 115.05 crore from Rs 58.55 crore from the year-ago period
Last month was hottest January on record: US climate service
Last month was the hottest January on record, surpassing a previous high recorded in 2016, the US climate service said Thursday.
Over three times as many litter fines issued in Drogheda as issued in Dundalk so far in 2020
Louth County Council
PM Modi in Varanasi on Sunday; to launch over 30 projects
According to the PM's Office, PM Modi would flag off IRCTC's 'Maha Kaal Express' through a video link. The first overnight private train in the country will connect three Jyotirling pilgrim centres of Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh, and Ujjain and Omkareshwar in Madhya Pradesh. He would also dedicate to the nation the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Memorial Centre.
China virus toll revised downward after deaths double-counted
China's death toll from the new coronavirus epidemic was revised downwards to 1,380 on Friday after officials said some fatalities had been counted more than once.
Euro Buyers see Best Exchange Rate Since mid-December as Pound Sterling Boosted by Expectations for Increased Govt. Spending under Sunak
The British Pound has advanced against the Euro for six months in a row now and the momentum has taken the GBP/EUR exchange rate back up to 1.20
The US Air Force has updated and broadened its dress code to allow turbans, beards, and hijabs, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Airmen were previously allowed to make a request for religious accommodations, but they were granted on a case-by-case basis.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
South Africa's fuel prices to drop (with diesel users to benefit most)...
The AA says “steady declines in international oil prices" have set the stage for fuel price reductions at month end, despite a weakening rand.
Airbus Orders Surge In January
Airbus has started the year on a strong note, with big orders for Airbus A220 and A320.Deliveries during were naturally weak during the month.Company targets 880 deliveries and has delivered 4% of tha
Hundreds of people contacted as coronavirus case emerges after bus summit
Those who attended the UK Bus Summit at the QEII Centre in Westminster on February 6 have been contacted.
U.P. police didn’t identify age of those held during anti-CAA protests, say activists
In cases where it was obvious that those held were minors, the police deliberately did not record their details in FIRs, they allege
Barcelona show support for Chinese people affected by coronavirus
Barcelona show support for Chinese people affected by coronavirus
Farewell to the RompHim, a romper for men that just never caught on
RompHim, the brand that made rompers "for him," is set to shutter after nearly three years in business.
Best Philips Hue Lights in 2020
There are a ton of smart home lighting solutions to choose from, but none are as popular or as well-known as those from Philips Hue. These are some of our favorites here at Android Central that we think you might want to add to your home.
Willian: Juventus ready to lure Brazilian winger from Chelsea in summer
Willian has emerged a top transfer target for Italian champions Juventus. The Brazilian will be out of contract with Chelsea in the next summer, and Juve are now ready to lure the 31-year-old as his place may be threatened.
Prepare to protest till CAA, NRC and NPR are withdrawn, says CPI(M)
‘People of Delhi have voted against the dark laws’
Samsung Electronics says its board chairman offers to resign
Samsung Electronics said on Friday that Lee Sang-hoon, the chairman of its board, had offered to resign, without elaborating on a reason.
West Coast Express to resume after pipeline protests block rail tracks overnight
The demonstration was in support of Wet’suwet’en members who oppose Coastal GasLink
Consulting firms lead recruitment at IIM Bangalore
The lateral and final placements for the PGP Class of 2018-20 of the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) saw 518 offers, leading to all 428 students who appeared for placements being placed over three interview days.
PAN to become inoperative after 31 March if not linked with Aadhaar: Income Tax department
The deadline for linking of PAN and Aadhar has been extended several times and the current deadline ends on 31 March, 2020.Till 27 January, 2020, over 30.75 crore PANs have already been linked to Aadhaar.
Sensex rises over 200 pts; Nifty above 12,200
According to traders, domestic equities advanced tracking significant foreign fund inflow ahead of the release of wholesale inflation data.
You've Never Heard of the C-Suite Targeting Scam, but It's a Killer
A widespread but far less understood scam cost U.S. businesses more than $1.7 billion in 2019.
The overbearing demand for gratifications in Nigerian airports
BY REUBEN RINE Apart from the numerous airstrips built mainly by the Nigerian military and multinational oil companies, Nigeria has 31 airports out of which only 5 are functional for
Jetstar ground crew set for 24-hour strike
Jetstar passengers are set to face major disruptions around the country in the coming days as baggage handlers and ground crew plan a 24-hour strike over Jetstar baggage handlers and ground crew are set for a 24-hour strike over the Australian budget airline's current employment proposal.
Ready to give up portfolio, says Karnataka Forest Minister Anand Singh
Karnataka’s newly-appointed Forest Minister Anand Singh, who is in the middle of a controversy with over a dozen cases pending against him, said Friday he is ready to give up his portfolio if Chief
The Perils Of Late-Cycle Investing
It may well be that structured credit hedge funds constitute a sensible vehicle for riding the remaining bucks of the late bull and surviving the downturn when it arrives.Structured credit hedge funds
TechTarget: Hop On The Priority Engine Express For 75% Gains
TechTarget has significant barriers to entry and lots of operating leverage.Priority Engine Express will accelerate organic revenue growth.75% upside is possible with robust EBITDA growth.
Punjab: Just one MLA volunteered to pay tax on salary drawn from govt
CM had appealed to them to do so two years ago, as it would save the strained exchequer Rs 52 lakh; MLA Kuljit Singh Nagra says he pays Rs 80,000 as tax each year
Semedo returns to training ahead of Barcelona's game vs. Getafe
Semedo returns to training ahead of Barcelona＇s game vs. Getafe
After Supreme Court rap, DoT orders telcos to clear dues immediately
The order by the DoT has asked telcos to clear dues by 11.59 pm Friday.
India's curbs on Malaysian palm imports stir up edible oil trade
"A rebalancing is happening in the palm oil market," says a Mumbai-based dealer with a global trading firm.
Passenger who was on board Bangkok-Delhi SpiceJet flight suspected of coronavirus tests negative
The passenger, who was on board Bangkok-Delhi SpiceJet flight, was quarantined by the Airport Health Organisation (APHO) after the plane landed at Delhi airport on Thursday.
Victory as British Gas reverse meter change that left poor families going hungry
The energy giant agreed to a U-turn after the minimum payment rise, from £1 to £5, attracted a 90,000-strong petition and a story on Mirror Online
Juno McEnroe: Little choice for Martin but to befriend political nemeses Fine Gael
Mary Lou McDonald was still awaiting her St Valentine's Day letter from Micheál Martin, after her missive to the Fianna Fáil leader suggesting they cosy up together for coalition talks.
How this row of bungalows has become unlikely test bed for cheaper electric bills - but it comes at a whopping cost
The Swansea Valley properties will be fitted with gizmos like new Tesla batteries
Private firms to invest Rs 3,000 cr in MP, to create 14,000 jobs
The announcement in this regard was made by Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Kamal Nath during the textile and garment sector round table held here
Warren Buffett just lost $1 billion in 2 days after Kraft Heinz disappointed again
Warren Buffett lost more than $US1 billion this week after Kraft Heinz stock plummeted 11% in two days.
Foretold: Hyundai Prophecy Is Yet Another Glimpse of the Brand’s Future
Bound for next month's Geneva Motor Show, the Prophecy hints at the shape of electric Hyundais to come.
GBP/USD: Pound sparkling with the new romance on Downing Street
The cable is holding onto gains triggered by the replacement of the Chancellor of the Exchequer. Us consumer confidence and Brexit will also be eyed t
Deploy self-regulatory mechanism to check influx of substandard goods- SON
SON has urged electronic dealers at Alaba International Market in Lagos to deploy a self-regulatory mechanism to check the influx of substandard goods.
Man Utd starlet makes decision on next club ahead of touted free transfer exit
Exit expected to be confirmed this summer...
Pound-to-Dollar Rate Retreats from Greenback but Charts Point Higher
The British Pound vs the US Dollar: GBP/USD News and Conversion Level for Pounds to Dollars
MWC 2020 is dead, so what happens now?
With MWC 2020 cancelled, there are lots of questions as to what will come of all of the announcements companies had planned, and what we can expect from MWC in the years to come.
Anglo takeover becomes Sirius' last hope as alternative falls through
Embattled UK miner Sirius Minerals said today that it had dropped an alternative funding scheme to its takeover by Anglo American as it was unviable.
Friday’s small-cap stocks to watch
Our roundup of Canadian small-caps of between $100-million and $2.5-billion in market capitalization making news and on the move today
PAN not linked with Aadhaar to become inoperative after March 31: I-T dept
The deadline for linking of PAN and Aadhar has been extended several times and the current deadline ends on March 31, 2020
The Sony PS5 Is Making the PS4 Look Cheap
Bloomberg is reporting that Sony is having a problem driving the price down on this year’s PS5. The console is expected to launch later this year, but Sony is struggling to get the cost of manufacturing below $450 per unit.
Judge grants Amazon motion for pause in Microsoft's Pentagon contract work
A US judge on Thursday granted Amazon.com Inc's request to temporarily halt the US Department of Defense and Microsoft Corp from moving forward on an up-to-$10 billion cloud computing deal that Amazon says reflected undue influence by President Donald Trump.
SC completely lifts ban on construction activities in Delhi-NCR
The apex court had on November 4 last year banned all construction and demolition activities in Delhi-NCR. About a month later, on December 9, lifted the ban partially and allowed construction activities between 6 AM and 6 PM, after the Central Pollution Control Board had said that air quality index (AQI) level was not severe at that time.
Brazil’s Largest Crypto-Friendly Bank Posts 42% Rise In Q4 2019
The largest standalone investment bank in Latin America, Banco BTG Pactual SA, recorded an impressive 42% net income growth during last year's fourth
US brings new charges against Chinese tech giant Huawei
The indictment details efforts to steal from a half dozen companies.
Ramaphosa’s speech underscores weak SA credit outlook – Fitch
Fitch says Ramaphosa's speech left important questions unanswered.
UBCO brings in new leader
UBC Okanagan will have a new face heading its leadership team through the new decade.
Japan: GDP will see a severe contraction – Westpac
Economists forecast a sharp drop in Q4 GDP for Japan, Westpac Institutional Bank reports. USD/JPY is trading at 109.805 after rising since the start o
CPPIB reports 3.6% rate of return after expenses in third quarter
Net assets for the Toronto-based fund manager grew to $420.4 billion as of Dec. 31, up from $409.5 billion at the end of the previous quarter.
Govt Hikes Fuel,Adjusts Electricity Prices
The government followed up their January increase on electricity prices by adjusting February prices by...
Rail blockade comes down
While a blockade at the Pitt River Bridge started to come down Friday morning, West Coast Express service remains cancelled, leaving commuters from the Fraser Valley with a longer trip to work today.
The casino hub of Macau will give residents money to keep its economy going during the coronavirus pandemic
Macau will give permanent residents 2.2 billion patacas, equivalent to $US274.9 million, to boost its economy once the deadly coronavirus outbreak subsides, according to officials.
Nuno Espirito Santo comments on shock rumours of Wolves exit
Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo has admitted he is still waiting on a new contract offer but remains relaxed over his future.
Netherlands: GDP grew 0.4% in all quarters of 2019 – ABN Amro
Gross domestic product (GDP) increased in the fourth quarter in the same numbers as did in the previous quarters of 2019. Senior economist at ABN Amro
SilverCloud On How FIs Can Offer SMBs A ‘Consumer’ Banking Experience
SilverCloud CEO Scott Cornell tells PYMNTS how forward-thinking FIs can bring digital tools that improve consumer relationships to their corporate customers.
Remedy Could Be Lining Up PS5 Port of Control
Game of the Year edition?
Banks' loans rise over 7% in two weeks to January 31: RBI report
Non-food credit rose Rs 1.02 trillion to Rs 100.24 trillion
Hedera Hashgraph Slumps 20% After Meteoric Rally
Hedera Hashgraph (HBAR) lost over 20% of its valuation just hours after performing one of the most spectacular rallies in recent crypto history. HBAR
German economy flatlines after spending and exports slowdown
GDP growth at 0% for final quarter of 2019 with no upturn forecast in the short term
Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes team unveil new car
The British driver is this year bidding to equal Michael Schumacher’s record.
4 of the biggest news pieces from the ASX200 this week
These were 4 of the biggest news items from the ASX 200 (ASX:XJO) this week. Read how this affected these individual companies.
January Wholesale Price Index stands at 3.1%
The annual rate of inflation based on monthly Wholesale Price Index stood at 3.1% (provisional) for the month of January 2020 (over January 2019) as compared to 2.59% (provisional) for the previous
Aphria Stock Isn’t Profitable Enough to Be Worth the Risk
Aphria's results indicated that its profitability is weakening. As a result, Aphria stock is unattractive at this point.
Water main break shuts down part of Route 20 in Paterson
A water main break shut down part of Route 20 in Paterson, New Jersey early Friday.
Thales sees opportunities in India after military plans theatre commands
The first batch of RBE2 air defence radar systems will roll out from the joint venture between Thales and Reliance Defence Limited next month, Sourisse told.
Deals: Low Prices Hit 13-Inch and 16-Inch MacBook Pro (Up to $300 Off)
Amazon and Adorama have introduced new sales on the 2019 13-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro, with deals taking as much as $300 off select models. ...
4, including baby, killed, 2 injured in Perak car-lorry collision
SUNGAI SIPUT: Four people, including a baby, were killed when the Proton Saga they were travelling in collided with a trailer lorry at Km37 of Jalan Ipoh-Kuala Kangsar here, last night.
Former Starbreeze executive convicted of insider trading
Overkill's The Walking Dead continues to haunt Starbreeze.
Castlebar gets its third EuroMillions jackpot winner
THE winning ticket for Tuesday’s €17,000,000 EuroMillions jackpot was sold in Castlebar.
Blow to Bitcoin Bulls as Price Hits China FUD Level [Again]
Bitcoin was struggling to resume its explosive upside action on Friday as it felt the pressure from a so-called China FUD level. The offbeat
Irish whiskey sales in US on the up as American spirits exports plunge due to tariffs
It marks an even better year for Irish whiskey than 2018 when US sales topped $1 billion for the first time ever.
Zuckerberg ‘accepts’ that Facebook may have to pay more tax in Europe
Mark Zuckerberg accepts that global tax reforms mean Facebook may have to pay more taxes in some countries, including in Europe.
The Last of Us 2 Is About to 'Redefine Triple-A' Games, Says Co-Director
Talking the talk
ASIC sends a message about takeover laws
Takeover law is a high-stakes game, and the criminal charges levelled against Jan Cameron show the regulator clearly wants to make a strong point.
Report: The PS5 is so expensive to make, Sony may sell it at a loss
The PS5 reportedly costs as much as $450 a unit to make, due to hardware costs. If it wants to compete with Xbox, Sony may have to sell it for less.
USD/TRY: CBRT rate cut will not impact the lira – TDS
The Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey (CBRT) will announce on Wednesday, 19 February its policy rate. A rate cut is expected for economists at TD
Irish firm signs €40m deal to supply European and UK markets
An Irish food company has signed a €40m deal with Lidl, which will see it supply its Irish, Eur...
Hazmat suits spotted at hospital but no need to panic
The Royal Liverpool hospital issued a full statement
Maple sap is flowing for 2020 Maple Festival
It’s been a great year for sap in Highland County, with the basic – and only – ingredient in maple syrup flowing at a record rate.
Firefighters calendar too hot to handle and anti-pipeline protests; In The News for Feb. 14
In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what’s on the radar of our editors for the morning of Feb. 14 … What we are watching in Canada … Anti-pipeline protests that have severed vital freight and passenger rail links across Canada could heat up today, with the added threat of activists …
Rebecca Long-Bailey: 'I'm ready to take up the mantle of socialist leadership' – video
Rebecca Long-Bailey, speaking in Salford, made her case to be the next Labour leader in a four-point plan to rebuild the party
In Hot U.S. Jobs Market, Half of College Grads Are Missing Out
Millions of Americans are seeing little return from their expensive college degrees -- even in today’s hot jobs market.
Standard Chartered and Imperial College partner to tackle climate change
The bank will work with Imperial College Business School’s Centre for Climate Finance and Investment over four years to “uncover solutions that will help embed climate risk identification and management into financial decisions.”
2021 Mercedes E-Class Facelift Shows Off Sleek New Headlights
We've known for some time now that the Mercedes E-Class family is getting an update soon. Numerous spy shot...
These were the 10 biggest European tech stories this week
These were the 10 biggest European tech stories this week
AUD/USD steadies above 0.6700, looks to snap six-week losing streak
The AUD/USD pair is struggling to make a decisive move in either direction on Friday and continues to fluctuate in a relatively tight range above the
Susan Boyle and Denise Welch 'at odds' over surprise Piers Morgan crush
‘I call him Piersy baby!’
Amazon May Have Finally Cracked This Huge Retail Category
The company's decade-long efforts to make inroads in this $700 billion category may be starting to pay off.
HCB Financial: A Modestly Overvalued Bank
HCB Financial is a solid community bank serving an area in southwestern Michigan.A conservative loan portfolio, however, offsets a remarkably low cost deposit base to limit the company's net interest
Exports contract for 6th straight month, drop 1.66 per cent in January; trade deficit widens
Shipments of petroleum products, plastic, carpet, gems and jewellery, and leather products contracted by 7.42 per cent, 10.62 per cent, 5.19 per cent, 6.89 per cent, and 7.57 4 per cent, respectively, in January. Imports also fell for the eighth consecutive months, down 0.75 per cent to USD 41.14 billion in January, widening the trade deficit to a seven-month high of USD 15.17 billion, according to the government data released on Friday.
Could Beyond Meat Stock Beef Up Your Portfolio?
As Beyond Meat stock is already up significantly in 2020, it may be time to take some money off the table.
The Witcher Book and Game Sales Are Up 500% on Last Year
Coins, tossed.
1st tunnel completed for Las Vegas Convention Center’s people-mover
The Boring Company’s drill completed the 4,475-foot first tunnel of the underground people-mover system at the Las Vegas Convention Center on Thursday.
AGR row: After SC rap, telecom dept orders operators to clear dues before midnight
Department of Telecommunications has started issuing circle or zone-wise demand notices to telecom firms, asking them to clear pending licence fees and spectrum usage charges before 11:59 pm on February 14
Coronavirus Will Not Stop The 2020 Geneva Motor Show
As one of the major events on the annual motoring calendar, the upcoming Geneva International Motor Show (G...
SMART Modular Launches 32GB Low-profile DDR4-3200 Mini-DIMMs for Industrial Applications
SMART Modular Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of SMART Global Holdings, Inc., and a leader in specialty memory, storage and hybrid solutions including memory modules, Flash memory cards and other sol...
Elk rescued from haystack
The B.C. Conservations Officer Service had an unusual rescue in northern B.C. this week.
Euro rebounds as U.S. stocks drop, growth concerns remain
NEW YORK — The euro bounced against thegreenback on Friday as U.S. stocks declined from record highs,though concerns about growth in the eurozone are expected tokeep weighing on the single currency.
Street Fighter 5: Champion Edition out today and Seth joins the roster
Street Fighter 5: Champion Edition is now available for PC and PS3 alongside Seth, who joins the Champion Edition roster as the 40th character.
Chemical plant bosses apologise after flaring lights up sky
ExxonMobil said the incident, which sparked concern among local residents, occurred as it attempts to restart the Mossmorran site.
CannTrust names new CEO as it works to restore licences lost from non-compliance
VAUGHAN, Ont. — CannTrust Holdings Inc. says it has appointed its chief financial officer, Greg Guyatt, to be its CEO as the company works to come back from the fallout of its operation of unlicensed grow rooms. The Vaughan, Ont.
German economy stagnated in fourth quarter
FRANKFURT — Growth ground to a halt at the end of the year in Germany, Europe’s largest economy, as manufacturing remained in a slump and exports fell. The figure underlines the challenge facing the eurozone.
Wells Fargo invests in crypto monitoring firm Elliptic
San Francisco-based banking giant Wells Fargo has invested US$5 million in British startup Elliptic, a provider of risk management systems for the cryptocurrency sector. The investment came from Wells Fargo Strategic Capital, the venture unit of the fourth-largest US bank by assets, as an extension of Elliptic’s US$23 million Series B funding round announced in…
The various shades of spring
At the annual festival organised in memory of Sufi Inayat Khan, Ustad Iqbal Ahmed Khan sang the rare Adana Bahar
‘Most powerful and clean’ new Volkswagen Golf GTD teased
Power will go up from the 130 kW in the Mk 7.5 to 147 kW, the same as what the Mk V GTI produced.
Indian banks' loans rise over 7% in two weeks to Jan 31: RBI
Outstanding loans rose ₹98926 crore ($13.86 billion) to ₹101.03 trillion in the fortnight to Jan. 31.Non-food credit rose ₹1.02 trillion to ₹100.24 trillion, while food credit fell ₹3,202 crore to ₹78,899 crore
F&O: Options signal Nifty range in 12,000-12,300 zone
India VIX moved up by 1.83 per cent to 13.61.
SC threatens contempt against Bharti Airtel, Voda over non-payment of dues
The Supreme Court on Friday threatened contempt proceedings against top executives of Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea and other telecom firms for failing to comply with its directive to pay an estimated Rs 1.47 lakh crore in past dues, and asked whether there was no law left in the country.
Karnataka High Court stays CCI order against Amazon, Flipkart
‘Centre probing FEMA violation charge against e-com giants’
STAY INFORMED: Closings and delays announced
Stay informed with the latest school, business and church closings or delays and emergencies.
What’s venture capital and why does it matter for startups?
The term 'venture capital' is often thrown about in the tech startup world, but do you know what it means and how it works?
Here is why the PlayStation 5 could cost you more than you expected
Here is why the PlayStation 5 could cost you more than you expected. The manufacturing price of the PS5 is about 450 dollars.
IMF's Georgieva: Coronavirus is big uncertainty today for world economy
The coronavirus outbreak is a big uncertainty for the world economy, International Monetary Fund's (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said o
The Australian Dollar Cheers RBA's Optimism but Virus Concerns Tipped to Weigh
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Jes Staley: Inside Barclays CEO’s Links With Jeffrey Epstein
It emerged on Thursday that British regulators are probing the chief executive of Barclays –one the country’s largest banks – over his relationship with the disgraced millionaire Jeffrey Epstein, who has been accused of trafficking hundreds of young women and underage girls for sex.
Water main repairs to clog traffic around McCully Street | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Board of Water Supply repair work continues today on a damaged 30-inch main at McCully and Young streets, which will affect traffic in the area.
7 Audio Tools For Engineers Interested In Music Production
We have listed 7 of the audio tools you might need if you're looking to set up a music production studio at home.
Using noise to enhance optical sensing
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KT Rama Rao hits out at Finance Commission over reduced states devolution
The reduction in devolution to 41 per cent from 42 per cent earlier will lead to an up to Rs 4,000 crore hit to Telangana, Rao told reporters on the sidelines of the NTLF here.
USD/JPY: Aiming 110.00 again
Japanese Tertiary Industry Index came in negative for December but beat expectations, while US Retail Sales and Michigan Consumer Sentiment will close
‘All that build-up just for this?’: RCB’s ‘new decade, new logo’ evokes mixed reaction on Twitter
On February 14, the big announcement was made by the IPL franchise: a new logo but with the same name.
ImmunoGen, Inc. (IMGN) CEO Mark Enyedy on Q4 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
ImmunoGen, Inc. (NASDAQ:IMGN) Q4 2019 Results Earnings Conference Call February 14, 2020, 08:00 AM ET Company Participants Courtney O’Konek - Senior Director of Corporate Communications & IR Mark
AGR order: After SC rap, DoT asks telcos to clear dues by midnight
The DoT, which faced the ire of the Supreme Court for putting on hold recovery of dues from telecom companies, started issuing circle or zone-wise demand notices to firms, an order seen by PTI said
Amazon wins suspension of $10bn 'JEDI' contract to Microsoft
Amazon has alleged it was shut out of the deal because of President Donald Trump's vendetta against the company and its chief executive Jeff Bezos.
GoAir appoints Vinay Dube, former Jet Airways chief, as new CEO
In recent weeks the airline has been facing challenge due to delays in deliveries of aircraft and spare engines resulting in cancellation of flights
Zuckerberg ready for Facebook to pay more tax as welcomes rules review
MUNICH (Reuters) - Facebook (FB.O) Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg accepts that global tax reforms mean it may have to pay more taxes in different countries, excerpts of a speech he is due to deliver in Germany on Saturday show.
NZX profit reflects growth in capital markets
The NZX says its full year result reflects the stellar performance of the capital markets over the past year, with momentum expected to drive growth in the coming year. The capital market operator's net profit rose 25.7 percent to $14.6 million in the year to December, and rose 7.1 percent on continuing operations. The market operator said it spent most of its capital investment to upgrade the NZX trading system and NZX Wealth Technologies over the past year. NZX chair James Miller said the 2019 results showed encouraging earnings growth, assisted by strong growth in the local market, which rose more than 30 percent over the year. "This extends the excellent run of New Zealand's sharemarket over the past decade," Miller said, noting the NZX's share price had increased 42 percent over that period.
Plastics tax, carbon-trading cash to cover EU’s Brexit gap, officials say
BRUSSELS, Feb 14 — Top European Union official Charles Michel proposed today filling the Brexit gap in the EU’s next long-term budget with revenue from a new tax on plastics and funds from trading carbon emissions. Presenting a so-called negotiating box, which will form the basis of intense...
Minister Vladislav Goranov: The Bulgarian Currency is Undervalued
The Bulgarian lev is undervalued, Bulgaria's Finance Minister Vladislav Goranov said, referring to econometric models for evaluating the exchange rates used by the IMF. Once again, Goranov has denied fears that the savings of Bulgarian citizens will melt after joining the eurozone and confirmed that the country will enter the eurozone with the same lev-euro exchange rate as it currently has.
Missing sledder found dead
RCMP and the BC Coroners Service are investigating after a missing snowmobiler was found dead near Revelstoke.
How to make money on YouTube: Insider tips on starting a channel
Google recently announced that its YouTube had a $15-billion year in 2019, based on advertising sales, showing the world just how huge a business the video network has become.
US: Industrial Production declined 0.3% in January vs. -0.2% expected
Industrial Production in the US declined 0.3% in January, the data published by the Federal Reserve showed on Friday. This reading came in slightly wo
Save on cheap wireless earbuds with latest Bose, Beats, and Sony WF-1000XM3 deals
These cheap wireless earbuds sales are offering fantastic prices on top headphones this weekend.
Valentine’s Day: Love or business?
Even for poor people, the temptation to outdo themselves during the Valentine’s Day is high.
Look to Water Utilities for Steady Growth
The utilities sector has been the No. 2 performer so far this year. And with estimates of up to $1 trillion needed for water infrastructure replacement, it looks poised to grow.
Google in talks with French publishers on paying for news
Le Monde and Le Figaro are among the groups involved in early discussions
Malaysia's modest GDP growth in line with neighbouring countries: Azmin
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s modest gross domestic product (GDP) growth of 4.3 per cent last year is considered better than some of its neighbours, said Economic Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Azmin Ali.
Dr M to announce economic stimulus package on Feb 27
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad will announce an economic stimulus package on Feb 27 to mitigate the adverse external economic impacts brought about by the Covid-19 outbreak.
European Tour postpones two tournaments due to coronavirus
Golf events scheduled for Kuala Lumpur and China in April have been postponed, though it is hoped they can still be staged in 2020.
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DOJ Declines to Pursue Criminal Charges against Andrew McCabe
The Justice Department on Friday informed legal counsel for former deputy FBI director Andrew McCabe that it would not seek to file criminal charges against McCabe over his misleading federal investigators in connection with a 2016 press leak."Based on the totality of the circumstances and all of
Amazon Stock Is a Buy if Not for the Coronavirus
But it’s the coronavirus, not the tremendous spike in market value, that investors should be worried about in the nearer term.
Dreams on PS5 the 'Obvious Next Step', Says Media Molecule's Mark Healey
Dev talks next-gen
Apple Stores in Beijing screening customers, limiting crowds due to coronavirus
After reopening five of its Apple Stores in Beijing, China, Apple is screening potential customers at the door due to concerns with the coronavirus.
Rocket Report: Demo-2 launch this spring, concerns about Firefly’s backer
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Meaty increases push up annual food prices - Stats NZ
Higher prices for meat, poultry, and fish contributed to a 3.5 percent increase in food prices for the year ended January 2020, the largest annual rise in food prices in over eight years, Stats NZ said today.
Royal Challengers Bangalore unveils new logo
The Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) unveiled their new logo on Friday. Speculation was rife that the Bengaluru team will change its name after its social
Man arrested after stealing, crashing tow truck in downtown Vancouver
A man has been arrested after stealing a BCAA truck that was towing another vehicle and crashing it into a Mobi bike rack in downtown Vancouver Thursday.
Govt expects to complete Air India sale in first half of FY21: DIPAM secy
The deadline for submitting the EoI is March 17
Indonesia: IDR limited pressure in the wake of a rate cut – TDS
Low inflation and slower growth are the reasons cited by strategists at TD Securities to forecast a rate cut of 25 basis points in Indonesia. This mea
Ants, bats and birds evicted for new German Tesla plant
BERLIN, Feb 14 — US electric car giant Tesla began clearing forest for its first European “Gigafactory” near Berlin yesterday, and is now racing against the clock to rehouse ants, birds and hibernating bats. Workers have started clearing a 92-hectare area of forest at the site in Gruenheide...
Bailed-out RBS to rebrand as NatWest
Royal Bank of Scotland is calling time on its recent checkered past, rebranding as NatWest and setting out new goals to become a 'purpose-led bank' focused on enterprise, learning and climate.
Standard Chartered Joins Forces With Imperial College Business School For New Climate Risk Management Partnership
Standard Chartered, a UK-based multinational banking and financial services company with $688 billion in assets, announced on Thursday it has joined forces with
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Ballincollig shopping centre damaged after car strikes supporting pillar
It is understood that a car struck and demolished a supporting pillar for the roof of retail units next to Quish's SuperValu in Ballincollig.
Market Wrap, Feb 14: Sensex falls 202 pts post AGR verdict
Among telcos, Vodafone Idea tumbled over 23 per cent to Rs 3.44 apiece on the BSE post the AGR verdict
Bristol Rovers boss Ben Garner remains focused on long-term project despite winless start at the Gas
The Gas boss is not panicking despite going 11 games without a win.
Trends in MSME sector growth in Tamil Nadu
Most MSMEs in Tamil Nadu were set up by entrepreneurs who said that they had the skill and motivation to set up and run a unit but a fifth of the entrepreneurs reported that their inability to find a
Consumer Spending Drives Jan. Retail Sales Boost
News: Retail sales, which are an indication of purchases at restaurants, stores and online, rose a seasonally adjusted 0.3 percent last month from December.
Oil: Energy sector up – ANZ
Crude oil was able to shift pressure and the market looks like convenient with the latest news about coronavirus. WTI trades at $51.75, ANZ Research r
Future Industry Consolidation Could Be Good News For Macerich
On February 10, the shopping center REIT giant Simon Property Group announced it was acquiring a majority equity stake in Taubman Centers, Inc.Future consolidation in the industry could be good news f
State pawnshop Pegadaian on the lookout for fintech partners to develop digital financing
Pegadaian president director Kuswiyoto said on Thursday that the partnership with fintech operators was expected to further develop services the company provide in the Pegadaian Digital mobile apps.
Nvidia shares surge on signs of machine learning boom
Shares of Nvidia Corp rose 6% on Friday after the chipmaker stunned analysts with strong quarterly results and joined rivals Intel Corp and Advanced Micro Devices Inc in predicting strong demand for chips used in the latest generation of data centers and AI.
Mangaldai College Recruitment 2020
Mangaldai College Recruitment 2020Mangaldai College has released an employment notification for the posts of Assistant Professors
Virgin Galactic’s SpaceShipTwo arrives in New Mexico
Virgin Galactic’s SpaceShipTwo suborbital spaceplane arrived at the company’s spaceport in New Mexico Feb. 13, ready for a final series of test flights.
Karan Johar's latest 'toodles' video with Ranveer Singh, Varun Dhawan, Kartik Aaryan and others is sure to leave you in splits
With the 65th Amazon Filmfare Awards 2020 all set to take place in Guwahati tomorrow, the Bollywood brigade comprising of Karan Johar, Ranveer Singh,
Retirement hack: cheap dividend stocks could make you a million
Buying undervalued income shares could boost your chances of generating a seven-figure portfolio.
Nuno Espirito Santo future: Doubt over Wolves manager with club yet to offer a new contract at Molineux
Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo insists he is not concerned about his future despite the fact his current contract expires next year and there are no signs of an extension.
Czech Republuc: Healthy economy – ABN Amro
Anke Martens from ABN Amro summarize the situation of the Czech economy which has good health. EUR/CZK trades at 24.7815 as has fallen since January.
Mary Lou McDonald: 'Quite disgraceful' that Sinn Féin excluded by FF and FG
McDonald is to call Micheál Martin this afternoon, but, as she said: “not to shoot the breeze or to exchange Valentine’s Day greetings”.
China virus death toll nears 1,400; US bemoans 'lack of transparency'
Nearly 64,000 people are now recorded as having been made ill by the virus in China.
Kinross-shire GP fears for future of health service due to over-development and practice closures
A Kinross-shire doctor has said he fears for the future of health care in the area due to over-development in the region and a lack of facilities and staff.
How to save money on car insurance—10 ways
Lowering your auto insurance bill doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice coverage or customer service.
Don’t let the coronavirus scare have you turning bearish on equities
The economic fallout with be transitory in nature
Europe wants G20 to make taxing digital giants top priority this year
Finance ministers and central bank governors of the world’s 20 biggest economies meet on Feb. 22-23 in Riyadh
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BEIJING — The death toll from China’s virus epidemic neared 1,400 on Friday, as the United States complained of a “lack of transparency” from Beijing over its handling of a crisis that has fuelled global panic.
Axfood And ICA 2019 Reports - Dividend Increases
In this article, we'll review both Axfood and ICA-gruppen FY19 results. Both companies increased their dividends for the year, albeit only in the 3-4% range.Both companies provided excellent FY19 perf
Euro skids to new low ahead of GDP data, dollar shines
LONDON, Feb 14 — The euro eased to another nearly three-year low today as investors worried about slowing growth momentum in the euro zone ahead of an estimate of how its economy performed in the fourth quarter. The European single currency has lost 1 per cent so far this week and is on track for...
AMP embarks on 'whole of wealth' cross-sell
The strategy unveiled by the AMP CEO has seen Bell Potter put a Buy recommendation on the stock for the first time in four years.
Manufacturing industry still shrinking despite some January growth
The manufacturing industry is off to a sluggish start with the sector in contraction for the second month in a row. The BNZ-Business New Zealand Performance of Manufacturing Index was 49.6 for January, up on December's 49.3. A reading above 50 points to expansion. BNZ senior economist Craig Ebert said despite the figure, it was still a decent outcome. "Very precisely it's a contraction, but in the broad scheme of things it's pretty much stable.
Russian woman sued for escaping coronavirus quarantine
A quarantined Russian woman faces a lawsuit for endangering the public after escaping from a hospital by short-circuiting the electronic door to her ward, according to reports. Alla Ilyina, who had
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Renault cuts dividend, slices profit goal for 2020
French carmaker Renault warned that auto demand remained volatile, cut its dividend for 2019 and set a lower operating margin goal for 2020, a ...
16 workers returning from Iraq after KTR’s efforts
Officials coordinate with Centre on repatriation
Lewis Hamilton: Max Verstappen’s comments are a sign of weakness
Red Bull driver Verstappen has attributed much of Hamilton’s success to his Mercedes car.
US core retail sales unchanged in January
WASHINGTON, Feb 14 — US consumer spending appears to have slowed further in January, with sales at clothing stores declining by the most since 2009, which could raise concerns about the economy’s ability to continue expanding at a moderate pace. The Commerce Department said today retail sales...
Bill.com: Material Deceleration On The Horizon
Bill.com reported its fiscal Q2 2020 results last week, beating top line estimates and reporting 50% year-over-year revenue growth.Despite an incredible report, revenue growth rates are expected to sl
'No law left in country?' SC raps DoT officer on staying top court verdict on telcos' AGR dues
The Supreme Court on Friday asked Telecom companies why contempt proceedings should not be initiated against them for failing to pay over Rs 1.50 lakh crore Adjusted Gross Revenue to the Centre and
China’s virus crackdown leaves millions working at home
The China's government extended the Lunar New Year holiday to keep factories and offices closed. Cinemas, and other tourist sites shut down.
'We've been waiting for 12 years': Hundreds of Community Employment supervisors strike over pension rights
They want the incoming government to implement a Labour Court recommendation issued in 2008 that a pension scheme be put in place for them.
Consumer sentiment hits highest level since 2018 despite coronavirus outbreak
American consumers were increasingly optimistic about the economy this month despite a deadly viral outbreak. The University of Michigan said Fr...
The Drive-Thru: The companies revolutionising retail, All-Star Weekend approaching, and layoffs at Wayfair, Walmart, and Kohl's
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Indian Overseas Bank to focus on MSME-lending: CEO
Laying more focus on the MSME segment, Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) will increase its lending to the sector from ₹31,000 crore at present to ₹50,000 crore in a couple of years from now, said a top offi
Amazon, Flipkart seek rollback of new Indian tax on online sellers
NEW DELHI (Reuters) - Amazon and Walmart’s Flipkart are among online retailers demanding that India scale back a proposed tax on third-party sellers on their platforms, saying the burden of compliance will hurt the fledgling industry, according to documents seen by Reuters.
Total considers stopping fuel oil sales for power: CEO
ABERDEEN, Scotland (Reuters) - France’s Total (TOTF.PA) is considering stopping sales of fuel oil to power markets as the energy giant seeks to reduce its carbon footprint and grow its renewable power business, its chief executive told Reuters.
Cisco Remains Big Tech Laggard
Fiscal Q2 continues top/bottom line beat trend.Guidance in-line with expectations down meaningfully.Dividend raised by a penny.
Flipkart to offer 'touch and feel' experience in tie-up with kirana stores
In fashion, tie-ups with local tailors had offered huge benefit to e-commerce company in a sharp reduction in the number of returns
No talks on opening up poultry and dairy markets to US companies: Govt
International media reports on Thursday suggested that India had finally allowed market access to chicken legs from the US
Widow settles action over death of medical consultant husband
Meraid Hyland-McGuire sought €2.8m for loss of earnings and opportunity
US accuses Huawei of stealing trade secrets, assisting Iran
Company charged with conspiring to steal trade secrets from six US technology firms
The 9 at 9: Friday
Government formation talks run on, a CAB raid and a new James Bond theme song.
How Greyhound Bus Makes Fraudsters Play Fare
The Merchant Fraud Decisioning Playbook examines new fraud threats against merchants and how businesses, payment providers and security players are responding.
India’s pulses import may fall 60% next fiscal: IPGA
There would be lower imports next year also because traders might not be able to buy from overseas market, says IGPA Chairman
Irish homeowners with €300k mortgage paying €229 more a month than euro area average
Irish homeowners with a €300k mortgage being repaid over 30 years are paying €229 more a month than their euro area counterparts, according to figures released today by the Brokers Ireland group.
Market movers: Stocks seeing action on Friday - and why
A roundup of some of the North American equities making moves in both directions today
How Mercy Kyallo Turned Failure to Multi-Million Fashion Brand
The young entrepreneur quit formal employment at an advertising firm to venture into the business that deals in...
Exports dip 1.66% in January
The trade deficit was $15.05 billion in January 2019.Imports too declined by 0.75$ $41.14 billion, leaving a trade deficit of $15.17 billion during the month under review
Royal Bank of Scotland to be renamed after 293 years
The Government-controlled bank will become NatWest Group and agreed to a 5p-a-share special dividend after profits hit £4.2bn last year.
Coronavirus update: SpiceJet to suspend Delhi-Hong Kong flights from February 16
IndiGo and Air India have already suspended all their flights between India and China.
USD/INR New York Price Forecast: Greenback looking for directions vs. rupee
Following the 2018 bull-run, USD/INR has been consolidating in a rectangle pattern. The spot is trading above the main weekly simple moving averages (SMAs), s
WHSmith moves Daily Telegraph from ‘news’ to ‘magazine’ section of stores
Move by UK retailer comes as publisher grapples with decline in sales
Sony Struggling to Lower PlayStation 5's Manufacturing Costs
Due mostly to high demand parts.
Europe Seeks To Have G20 Tackle Tech Firm Taxation
Europe now wants global financial leaders in the G20 to make taxing digital giants a priority in 2020.
Open Plan Offices Make People Lonelier
With open plan offices the hits just keep coming.
Fox Business' Lou Dobbs 'Disappointed' by Attorney General Bill Barr - One Day After Praising Barr for 'Doing the Lord's Work' (Video)
Poor host must have whiplash from his quick reversal
Why Virgin Galactic Stock Just Popped Another 13%
Does this stock know any direction other than up?
Gold prices rise ₹75, silver gains ₹147
Gold prices on Friday rose by ₹75 to ₹41,481 per 10 grams in the national capital amid rupee depreciation, according to HDFC Securities. Likewise, silver also gained ₹147 to ₹47,036 per kg from ₹46,88
Nirbhaya Case: Justice R Banumathi Faints During Hearing
Solicitor-General Tushar Mehta urged the court that the pendency of Akshay's filing a petition won't come in the way of the issuance of a fresh date of execution.
Firefighters calendar too hot to handle and anti-pipeline protests; In The News for Feb. 14
In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what’s on the radar of our editors for the morning of Feb. 14 …
People With 1 Job Skill on Their LinkedIn Profile Get Hired at Faster Rates
LinkedIn found job seekers who had this skill got hired at the highest rates.
Virus-hit Hong Kong says it with face masks, not flowers
Hong Kong: Hong Kong's flower markets are lamenting dismal Valentine's Day sales as the city battles the deadly coronavirus outbreak, with admirers joking that a box of face masks is a better way to say "I love you" than a bouquet.
Brookman: We must not reject the voices of others, despite disagreement
Early in my career, I was taught that no one in your company ever works “for” you but that good leadership always indicates that everyone works “with” you. All opinions have value and the strength…
2 Well-Covered 8% Yields Below Call Value: DCP Midstream LP
DCP has two preferred issues with 12.92X distribution coverage in 2019.Both are below their $25 call value.DCP's 15%-plus common unit yield's coverage also is detailed.Earnings, growth projects, analy
Gold in search of a firm direction, stuck in a range around $1575 region
Gold lacked any firm directional bias and oscillated in a narrow trading band around the $1575 region through the early European session on Friday. A
Leaders of Ukraine, Russia discuss release of prisoners
KIEV (Reuters) - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke by phone about the release of Ukrainian citizens detained in Russia, eastern Ukraine and Crimea, Zelenskiy’s office said in a statement on Friday.
Lebron James pays tuition fee for 193 students with free accommodation, food
Basketball icon Lebron James has taken a step further in his charity foundation as he partnered with Kent State University to provide free tuition fee for eligible students for four years.
Facebook to allow paid political messages that sidestep ads loophole
The change involves sponsored items posted by ordinary users who are typically paid by companies or organisations.
The digital customer experience in banking: 2020 outlook
For the first time, trust has been usurped by customer experience as the chief factor considered by customers when choosing their bank.
Witness appeal after pedestrian and car collide on East Kilbride road
The incident took place at the junction of Calderwood Road and Angus Avenue.
PM Modi Pays Tribute To Sushma Swaraj, Says 'She Had Great Dreams For Our Nation'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid his tribute to late former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on the day of her birth anniversary.
R&L upgrades PH credit rating
In a report to the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), the Embassy said the upgrade was made in view of the steady progress of the government’s reforms to modernize the tax system, the prioritization of the socio-economic agenda, the launch of the Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA), and the Build, Build, Build program.
Dwolla co-founder Milne to step away from CEO role
Dwolla co-founder Ben Milne is quitting as CEO as the company embarks on a new "go to market" strategy.
British bank RBS changes name in evolution to 'purpose-led' operation
Feb. 14 (UPI) -- The Royal Bank of Scotland announced Friday it will change its name to the NatWest Group later this year as part of a shift to become a "purpose-led" operation -- and distance itself from scandals related to a major bailout more than a decade ago.
Yobe approves N220.7m for payment of LG retirees
Yobe Governor, Mai Mala Buni has approved N220.7 million for the payment of retirement benefits to180 retirees from the 17 local government
BMW M8 vs. Shelby GT500 – Who’s The King Of The Drag Race?
In short, if there's a car out there to beat Ford's Mustang GT500, it would be BMW's new M8. Let's take a look at this drag race
Toyota's Supra is Mad and Bad But Better Than a BMW Z4
Toyota’s wild and wonderful Supra is the fifth generation of this much-loved sports car and it’s also one of the maddest incarnations the Japanese carmaker has produced. However, while it’s definitely a lot more interesting to look at than it’s direct counterpart, the BMW Z4, there’s no escaping the fact that it does actually feature rather a lot of BMW in it.
Property Tax Parishkaram from tomorrow
GHMC will conduct tax adalats in the name of ‘Property Tax Parishkaram’ at its circle offices every Sunday, starting from February 16 to March 29.The sessions will review various petitions, court case
Price Analysis Feb 14: BTC, ETH, XRP, BCH, BSV, LTC, EOS, BNB, XTZ, ADA
A deeper correction may have to wait as many major cryptocurrencies are looking strong and their uptrend is likely to continue.
Billie Eilish's Bond theme for No Time To Die is a big improvement on last time
Billie Eilish's Bond theme for No Time To Die has been released, and it's pretty good.
9to5Mac Daily: February 14, 2020 – Apple adds new AR Quick Look features, more
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Amnesty urges probe into troops ‘razing’ of Nigerian villages
Amnesty International on Friday called for an investigation into the alleged burning of villages by Nigerian troops in the volatile northeast
Dudley dog mess fines hit £2,800
Dog owners who failed to clean up after their pets in Dudley were fined nearly £3,000 last year.
Swaraj Kaushal, Bansuri Remember 'joy Of Our Lives' Sushma Swaraj On Her Birth Anniversary
Swaraj Kaushal, husband of late Sushma Swaraj, has remembered the former External Affairs Minister on her birth anniversary - the first since she passed away
'There's no dressing it up. It was a bad day’ - Varadkar emails FG members
Taoiseach says politics is ‘volatile’ and can change again quickly and ‘in our favour’
Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes team unveil new car
The British driver is this year bidding to equal Michael Schumacher’s record.
Apple brings new AR shopping experience to Home Depot, Wayfair and more
Apple has added new AR shopping tools to several outlets including Home Depot, Wayfair and Bang & Olufsen.
SpiceJet soars 10% on 21% YoY rise in net profit; B737 may return this year
On the operational front, Passenger Load Factor came in at 91.9 per cent in Q3, with the fleet size growing to 119 aircraft as on December 31, 2019.
ESIC to hike confinement expenses for maternity services to Rs 7,500
The decision was taken at an ESIC meeting chaired by Labour Minister Santosh Gangwar on Thursday
ICAO forecasts $4-5 billion hit to first-quarter airline revenue from virus
ICAO forecast global airline revenue could fall by $4bn to $5bn in the first quarter due to flight cancellations linked to the coronavirus
U.S. January industrial output falls on weather, Boeing drop
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. industrial production fell 0.3% in January as unseasonably warm weather held down the output of utilities and Boeing Co (BA.N) cut production of civilian aircraft, the Federal Reserve said on Friday.
Home sales see big jump
The Canadian Real Estate Association says home sales rose 11.5 per cent in January compared with a year earlier to reach the highest sales figures for the month in 12 years, even as new listings remain constrained.
Manchester United now 16th in financial power rankings with squad worth £625m
Manchester United have regrettably slipped into 16th on the financial power ranking. Red Devils' squad value is tentatively worth £625 million, far behind Man City which are valued at £1.062 billion.
Star fund manager's bet on $4.3 billion worth of Argentine debt is dangerously close to unraveling
Franklin Templeton and its star money manager, Michael Hasenstab, have $4.3 billion worth of Argentine bonds as the country marches towards rest...
The war between boomers and millennials benefits neither side
In today’s circular economy precariousness crosses the generational divide, says journalist and author Rachel Shabi
Z Stock Could Win but the U.S. Might Not
Demographic megatrends presents a massive tailwind for Zillow, but housing affordability is a metric to watch.
New CEO Appointed For Harraways
Mr Scott is also pleased to advise that Mr Henry Hawkins has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Company. Henry brings a wealth of local and international experience, and knowledge of the food manufacturing sector to the Company. Harraways is fortunate to have him in this role as it embarks on its continuing journey of growth, supplying quality products to both the local and export markets.
Elanco Seeks Clearance To Acquire Bayer's Animal Health Business
The Commerce Commission has received a clearance application from Elanco Animal Health Inc. seeking clearance to acquire Bayer AG’s animal health business.
Popular WWE employee quits company out of the blue
This is quite a blow for WWE!
Sinn Fein leader hits out at ‘old boys’ club’ of Fianna Fail and Fine Gael
The prospect of a second election is on the horizon.
Virgin Galactic's record-breaking week doesn't stop short-sellers
Richard Branson’s Virgin Galactic Holdings Inc. may close at another record on Friday after hitting new highs every day this week, but bearish bets are climbing too.
Gains in AUD/USD look limited for the time being – UOB
FX Strategists at UOB Group believe AUD/USD will likely move into a consolidative phase in the next sessions. Key Quotes 24-hour view: “Our expectatio
Family's winning Winnie the Pooh Lego set to go on sale
A Suffolk family have beat off tough competition from around the world to have their creation selected to become an official Lego product.
Kinross Gold: Q4 Performance Puts The Company Back On Track
Kinross Gold reports Q4 2019 results.Higher gold price helps and the company delivers significant operating cash flow.Production guidance for the next year is slightly down from 2019 numbers, but Kinr
Vehicle ploughs into front of bargain store B&M at Heathfield Retail Park in Ayr
The terrifying incident saw the wall of the discount store badly damaged.
Indonesia: BI to stay on hold – Standard Chartered
Indonesia will release trade data on 17 February and the Bank of Indonesia (BI) will hold its monthly meeting on 19-20 February. Economists at Standar
What every Canadian investor needs to know today
A look at the morning’s market action
4 Things Royal Dutch Shell Investors Need To Know In 2020
Royal Dutch Shell is an above-average, quality high-yield stock with a trustworthy dividend.Royal Dutch Shell offers above-average growth potential courtesy of a smart strategic focus on LNG.The valua
Tesco rapped for ‘unlawfully’ blocking competition
Twenty three of the company’s 5,354 leases stopped competitors opening stores nearby, the competition watchdog found.
First images of new Mercedes F1 car released
Mercedes has released the first images of the car Lewis Hamilton will use to defend his title, the W11.
Amotekun: South West Governors, IGP agree on state-based arrangement; shelve regional plan
The announcement was made after the governors met with the Inspector-General Police, Mohammed Adamu, at the Lagos State House, Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos.
Is It Time To Say ‘Goodbye, Vodafone?’ Choice Is Government Takeover Or Bankruptcy
The political cost of offering huge bailouts can be high.
USD/CAD slides to mid-1.3200s, reverses Thursday’s positive move
The USD/CAD pair extended its steady intraday slide and refreshed daily lows, around mid-1.3200s during the early European session on Friday. The pair
SC notice to Lalu Prasad on plea challenging bail
“CBI had erroneously suspended the sentence and released him.”
Consumers Turn To Unattended Retail For Speed, Shorter Lines
The February 2020 Future of Unattended Retail Report: Vending as the New Contextual Commerce examines what consumers expect from advanced UR encounters.
After SC rap, DoT withdraws order seeking no coercive action against defaulting telcos
The department's move came after the Supreme Court directed the managing directors and directors of telcos and other firms to explain why contempt action be not taken against them.
NERC: Power sector recorded N1.7trn tariff shortfall in four years
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) says the power sector recorded ₦1.72 trillion tariff-related revenue shortfall from 2015 to 2019. The commission said this in a newly released consultation paper
Probe into Samsung heir’s alleged drug abuse begins
Prosecutors have launched an investigation into Samsung heir-apparent Lee Jae-Yong's suspected drug use, while the top conglomerate has flatly denied the
Nick Saban served as advisor in Michigan State’s coach search
Mel Tucker‘s bank account might want to consider sending a thank you note to Nick Saban.
Top NMC shareholder Muhairi quits board amid turmoil
Abu Dhabi-based healthcare group has faced turbulent time since report questioning finances
Finance technology takes lion's share of investment in 2019
Fintech startups worldwide managed to attract over 30% more investments last year compared to 2018, taking the lion's share of investment deals, while fintech startups in Turkey inked 17 investment deals worth $8.4 million
Gold Price Analysis: XAU/USD trading in 10-day highs near $1580.00/oz
XAU/USD is trading in a bull trend above the main daily simple moving averages (SMAs). Gold is rising in a bull channel while the market is being supported ab
Rand firmer after Ramaphosa’s speech, stocks flat
South Africa’s rand firmed on Friday after President Cyril Ramaphosa set out brief plans to stimulate economic growth during his state of the nation address, although his speech was short on specifics and timeframes.
Hamilton sees a 'sign of weakness' when rivals doubt him
Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton sees 'a sign of weakness' when his rivals start doubting his ability to handle pressure.
Chemical plant bosses apologise after flaring lights up sky
ExxonMobil said the incident, which sparked concern among local residents, occurred as it attempts to restart the Mossmorran site.
Facebook’s Zuckerberg wants ‘new framework’ for digital tax
Facebook founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Friday backed moves by the OECD group of free-market economies to reform the way online giants are taxed worldwide, even if that means companies like his...
SNB's Zurbruegg: Risk on Swiss banks from rising property prices is not too high
"Risk on Swiss banks from rising property prices is not too high," Swiss National Bank's Vice-Chairman Fritz Zurbruegg said on Friday. "Affordability
Bitcoin Tweets Reach 2-Year High as $10K Fuels Google Interest Surge
Twitter users churn out 75,000 posts mentioning Bitcoin in a single day, as price action sees mainstream consumers pay fresh attention.
Abertay University defends decision to increase monthly rents amid concern over student poverty
Abertay University has defended its decision to increase student rents amid claims some students are struggling financially.
JD.com is Still a Better Pick Than Alibaba Stock
Alibaba's China retail business is slowing and it will likely be hit hard by the coronavirus. That makes JD a better pick than Alibaba stock.
Exclusive: 2020 Maruti Dzire Facelift Launch Expected In April
2020 Maruti Dzire Facelift will get redesigned front bumper and the features list available in the top-end variants will be moved to mid-spec trims
Liverpool FC stars and WAGs share touching posts for Valentine's Day
"Favourite romance ever"
Panasonic announces Miraie IoT & AI solution for homes
Panasonic has launched a new IoT solution for customers in India called Miraie. One noteworthy feature is that the platform is updatable which could minimise security risks for connected devices.
Airbus fined €3.6bn for global bribery scandal
One of Bristol's biggest firms used bribes to stack the decks in its favour and win contracts around the globe
Deals: Presidents' Day Sale at Best Buy Offers Best Prices on MacBook Pro, iPad, Powerbeats Pro, and More
Best Buy today kicked off a new weekend sale, this one timed to end on Monday at 11:59 p.m. CT, which is Presidents' Day in the United States....
Forget saving money! I’d invest using these 3 Warren Buffett tips
I think adopting a value investing strategy such as that used by Warren Buffett could be a better idea than having cash savings.
Lufthansa Group extends China flight cancellations to March 28 over virus outbreak
BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany’s Lufthansa (LHAG.DE) on Friday said it would suspend all flights to mainland China until March 28 due to the new coronavirus, which is spreading in China and around the world.
Another rate cut early March, stimulus package end-February?
KUALA LUMPUR: The expectation of a monetary policy adjustment, on top of a fiscal stimulus package, to boost Malaysia’s economy soon is getting higher.
Microsoft Is Ending Windows 10 October 2018 (1809) Support Soon, Good Riddance
Well, we can gladly say that the end is near for the Windows 10 October 2018 Update.
Jet buyers back Boeing-Embraer deal as Airbus expands reach
SINGAPORE — Some of the world’s biggest aircraft buyers are urging the European Union to clear Boeing’s tie-up with Embraer, fearing Embraer’s commercial aviation business would struggle on its own now Airbus has swallowed its main competitor in regional jets.
RCom Q3 consolidated loss widens to Rs 10,598 cr, income slips to Rs 263 cr
The company had posted a loss of Rs 238 crore in the same period a year ago
Huawei checks its supply chain for "CIA-controlled" companies -
Huawei checks its supply chain for "CIA-controlled" companies. The Chinese manufacturer found that none of these companies are in its supply chain
Pfizer Q3 net profit climbs 5%, operational revenue up at Rs 514 cr
The company had posted a net profit of Rs 131.94 crore for the corresponding period of the previous fiscal, Pfizer Ltd said in a filing to BSE.
Irish winner of €17 million jackpot has contacted National Lottery
The winning ticket was sold at Mulroy’s Londis in Castlebar, Co Mayo.
German economy stagnates as eurozone growth reaches 7-year low
Germany, Europe’s largest economy, has recorded a zero growth between October and December, as manufacturing remained in a slump and exports fell.
After Lawrence Wong announces ‘strong package’ in Budget 2020, netizens respond with wishlist
After Lawrence Wong announces ‘strong package’ in Budget 2020, netizens respond with wishlist
Study: Effectiveness of program that pays farmers to conserve water
Crops need water. And in the central United States, the increasing scarcity of water resources is becoming a threat to the nation's food production.
A Section Of State Highway 2 In Tauranga From Bethlehem To Judea Will Remain Closed Today
A large section of State Highway 2 is expected to be remain closed today following a firearms incident in Tauranga .
7 Bizarre Lawsuits Involving McDonald's
McDonald's has served billions of people over the decades. Every now and then, they get served themselves—with a lawsuit.
Seiko Honors 1964 Crown Chronograph in New JP-Exclusive Presage Collection
Another updated classic.
Modell’s Brings On Advisers Amid Slumping Sales, Online Competition
Modell's Sporting Goods has brought on a trio of advisers with the inclusion of a chief restructuring officer in response to disappointing sales.
PMO to banks: NCLT cannot be escape route, refer only NPAs of over ₹200 cr
Move to prevent closure of firms and job losses
Ledger Reignites Trezor Beef With 'Dishonest' Report on Crypto Wallet Hardware
Ledger has published a critique of its competitors’ security chips which may have reignited a year old spat with Trezor.
Kresna goes about business as usual despite reports of problems related to Jiwasraya
The Financial Services Authority (OJK) has denied reports that investment management firm PT Kresna Asset Management (KAM) and life insurer PT Kresna Life are under investigation by the Attorney General’s Office (AGO).
German Economy Slumps, Exports Fall, Underlines Eurozone Woes
Growth ground to a halt at the end of the year in Germany, Europe´s largest economy, as manufacturing remained in a slump and exports fell.
AFCA Warns Berndale Clients Recovery of Funds is Unlikely
The AFCA has delivered an update to its information page regarding Berndale Capital Securities Pty Ltd, who had its licence cancelled by ASIC.
NLEX Harbor Link Malabon Exit to officially open February 21
New Malabon Exit at NLEX Harbor Link scheduled to be opened next week
Watch | What is juice jacking and how can it be avoided?
A video on juice jacking and ways to avoid it
EUR/USD Price Analysis: The focus shifted to the 1.0814 level
The sell-off in EUR/USD seems to have met some (lasting?) contention in the 1.0830/25 band, or new 2020 lows recorded during early trade. The increasi
Vinay Dube appointed as GoAir CEO
As GoAir CEO, Vinay Dube would be responsible for the management of the airline and also for meeting the goals and long-term growth objectives of the company
How Britain's new FM Sunak gets down to work in UK's Indian-looking Cabinet
His appointment has been widely welcomed, with the Pound Sterling rallying to a two-month high following the announcement
Astra's star still rising
Now celebrating its 40th anniversary with a new model, it has sold over three million sold in the UK since 1979 and in a startling statistic, Vauxhall says that more than 25 per cent of British motorists have either owned or driven an Astra.
Analysts Admit Bitcoin Could See Larger Price Pullback After 3% Drop
Over the past 60 days, since bottoming at $6,400 in the middle of December, Bitcoin has been on a near-relentless surge higher.
3 of the best ASX dividend shares to buy next week
Why I think income investors should buy Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) and these ASX dividend shares next week
Chinese pharma firm in Dundalk suspends travel to and from China
WuXi said it prioritised its employees’ ‘health, safety and wellbeing’
‘I Need A Man Who Will Give Me 60% Of His Salary’– Lady
A lady with Twitter username @Gracie_oguns says she is looking for a man who can give her 60% of his monthly allowance. We can’t tell if she was being serious about her request as modern slay queens will go to any length for money; she further asked her friends if her request is not outrageous […]
Hungary: No room to counter a deep downturn – ABN Amro
Anke Martens, a senior analyst at ABN Amro, reviews the current situation of the Hungarian economy, expecting a slowdown. EUR/HUF is trading at 335.02
Not Time To Buy KLX Energy Services Holdings
Telling a story about a wealthy CEO and cyclicality is not enough to overcome facts on the ground.The entire oilfield sector faces real headwinds well into the future.Ongoing losses mean this company
FIH Men's Junior World Cup could be allocated to India; Chattisgarh might get to play host
There are a plethora of Indian sponsors who are attracted to these international hockey events.
Singapore woos world’s biggest money managers with new law
The law, known as the Variable Capital Companies Act, makes it easier for overseas and domestic entities to register funds in Singapore if they have a locally based fund manager.
Erdoğan's South America visit was milestone for ties, Paraguayan ambassador says
Despite the ocean between them, Turkey and Paraguay recently tapped into their shared economic potential and are now keen to make up for lost...
GM Scrambles to Shield U.S. Plants From Virus Disruption
General Motors Co. is working to maintain the flow of parts to some of its most profitable U.S. plants to keep them from becoming the next factories idled by the coronavirus spreading in China.
BP Pledges to Go Carbon-Neutral—How Remains an Open Question
The oil major says it will eliminate or offset all its emissions—roughly equal to those of Australia—by 2050
Market LIVE: After SC AGR order on modification pleas by telcos, RIL, Airtel gain, Vodafone Idea falls
Share Market News Today | Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: Bharti Airtel was the top gainer, up 3.54 per cent, followed by Bajaj-Auto, RIL and Sun Pharma. On the flip IndusInd Bank was the top loser.
Traffic jams on A4 highway to persist until 2030
Commuters having to deal with traffic on the A4 highway, will have to do so more often and for longer in the coming decade. The widening of the highway that connects Amsterdam and The Hague will only
Energoatom generates 7.8 bln kWh of electricity in Jan 2020
The company's power plants sold 7.375 billion kWh of electricity over the period under review.
Court rules Apple must pay California workers during bag checks
The California Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that Apple must pay employees for time spent waiting for their bags and personal electronic devices to be searched when they leave work.
3 High-Growth Stocks That Could Soar
Redfin, PetIQ, and Beyond Meat all have upcoming catalysts to propel their shares higher.
‘He’s the sort of player they need’ – Man Utd urged to agree swap deal for Pogba by pundit
Would this be a good deal for Utd?
An EU judge told Google it's landed on Monopoly's 'Go to Jail' square and reportedly threatened to increase its $2.6 billion antitrust fine, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Google faced stinging criticism from an EU General Court judge as it fights a $2.6 billion antitrust fine first imposed in 2017.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Eurozone Prelim GDP arrives at 0.1% QoQ in Q4 vs. 0.1% expected
After Germany flirted with a recession in the final quarter of 2019, the Eurozone economy steadied in the fourth quarter, the latest figures released
Hidden features you might find on new £20 note
In less than a week, the new polymer £20 banknote featuring artist JMW Turner will be released by the Bank of England.
Weekend Reading: 15-16 February 2020
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11 on the bounce: Crusaders continue Super stranglehold over the Blues
The defending champion Crusaders rebounded from an early season loss to extend their Super Rugby winning streak over the Blues to 11 matches with a 25-8 win at Eden Park on Friday.
Lake Havasu City to end closures of London Bridge for events
LAKE HAVASU CITY, Ariz. — Lake Havasu City officials plan to end scheduled closures of London Bridge for special events, saying they don’t want to block vehicle travel between an island and the rest of the western Arizona city along the Colorado River. City officials cited safety reasons and residents’ concerns over closures that typically …
After SC rap, DoT orders telcos to clear dues by 11.59 pm today
The DoT, which faced the ire of the Supreme Court for putting on hold recovery of dues from telecom companies, started issuing circle or zone-wise demand notices to firms.
Nuno Espirito Santo committed to Wolves despite lack of new contract talks
Head coach Nuno Espirito Santo says Wolves are his “obsession” but he has not yet entered negotiations over a new deal.
Ring says its app will allow more control over data shared with Google, Facebook
Ring says that soon, its mobile app will allow users to opt-out of sharing data with third parties.
Fortis Q3 net loss narrows to Rs 69.32 cr on good show in hospital business
The third quarter of 2019-20 continues to witness earnings growth with margin expansion in the hospitals business
How To Build A Digital ID In Layers
In an interview with PYMNTS, Trulioo COO Zac Cohen cautions against a "one-size-fits-all" approach to digital identity.
Firefighters calendar too hot to handle and anti-pipeline protests; In The News for Feb. 14
In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Fe
Thousands march in DTES
Thousands of people flooded the streets of Vancouver's Downtown Eastside Friday for the Annual Women’s Memorial March.
Expert: Venezuelan Oil Production Currently at 1945 Levels
The oil-rich nation of Venezuela is producing its lowest output of oil in 75 years, according to professor Rafael Quiroz.
Dramatic picture shows collapsed Clacton pier
A section of the historic Clacton pier has collapsed into the sea during structural refurbishment work.
IHS Markit Teams to Use Credit Benchmark’s Credit Analytics Tools for its Securities Financing Platform
IHS Markit has confirmed that it has teamed up with Credit Benchmark in order to use the company’s credit risk analytics tools for its securities financing so
Calgary's housing market shows growing strength
The market is in better shape than you might think.The latest housing market update from the City of Calgary points to improving economic conditions that put Calgary’s housing market in balan…
USD/JPY remains within a consolidative theme – UOB
FX Strategists at UOB Group expect USD/JPY to stay side-lined for the time being. Key Quotes 24-hour view: “We highlighted yesterday ‘USD could ease f
OMPALAN to PDP: Stop distracting Uzodinma - The Nation Newspaper
The Imo State Chapter of Oil and Solid Mineral Producing Area Landlords' Association of Nigeria (OMPALAN), Friday asked the People’s Democratic...
Be fire conscious – GNFS advises
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An inside look at the debate around pandemic bonds, which have $425 million hinging on how deadly the coronavirus ends up being, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The World Bank called the bonds "a momentous step" in curbing disease, while a public health expert deems them "inappropriate and ineffective.". Read more at businessinsider.sg
Lion Air offers discounts to rev up business amid virus fears
Indonesia’s largest low-cost carrier is offering significant price cuts for flights to and from three destinations in the country as the aviation business is weighed down by concern over the coronavirus outbreak.
EUR/USD depressed near 1.0830 ahead of EMU data
After bottoming out (and printing fresh 2020 lows) in the 1.0830/25 band, EUR/USD has managed to regain some poise, trim part of the daily losses and
K’taka HC stays CCI probe order against Amazon, Flipkart
The respondents in the case, which are the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) and Delhi Vyapar Mahasangh, have decided to file an appeal against the order of the High Court with the consultation of their lawyers.
IMF and World Bank say poverty-stricken Somalia is eligible for debt relief
The IMF and World Bank have said that Somalia is eligible for debt relief under the Enhanced Heavily Indebted Poor Countries (HIPC) initiative.
Winner of €17m Euromillions jackpot contacts National Lottery
The winner of a €17m Euromillions jackpot has made contact with the National Lottery.The winni...
AGR-hit Vodafone Idea postpones Q3 analyst call
The filing, in late evening on Thursday, said the new date of the call will be intimated separately but did not give any reason for the postponement.
An EU judge told Google it’s landed on Monopoly’s ‘Go to Jail’ square and reportedly threatened to increase its $2.6 billion antitrust fine
Google’s legal battle with the EU over antitrust fines has just gotten fierce.
Google congratulates us for Valentine's Day
Today, the world marks the Day of Love. Google also immerses us in a festive atmosphere by changing the logo of its interactive animation homepage - a pair of adorable aliens who exchange messages and show us that love is "out of this world.
Defence Min Rajnath Singh Pays Tribute To Martyrs Of The 'dastardly' Pulwama Attack
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday paid his homage to the martyrs of last year's Pulwama terror attack which claimed 40 jawans of the CRPF
'Gold pits have become tombs': mining leaves a tragic legacy in Cameroon
The ruthless quest for gold in eastern Cameroon has left the landscape peppered with deadly open pits
Panasonic launches new IoT and AI enabled platform Miraie in India
Along with this platform, the company also revealed its first-ever range of connected products, all of which will be made available under Miraie.
When are US monthly retail sales figures and how could they affect EUR/USD?
Friday's US economic docket highlights the release of monthly retail sales figures, scheduled at 13:30 GMT. Consensus estimates point to modest growth
OnePlus 8 visits GeekBench benchmark, reveals Snapdragon 865 as standard chipset
The OnePlus 8 has just been to GeekBench and in the process, has revealed what will power it. Good news, it's the Snapdragon 865.
Amazon Prepares to Launch (Another) Grocery Store Chain
The e-commerce giant is trying something different that's ... sort of ordinary.
Global Investors Meet in November
The Global Investors Meet (GIM) aimed at attracting investments to Karnataka will be held in Bengaluru from November 3 to 5 this year.Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Coal and Mines Pralhad J
FTSE 100 CAPE Valuation And Long-Term Forecast
Over the last 30 or so years, the FTSE 100's CAPE ratio has averaged 18.4. The current value of 15.6 is obviously below that, so the FTSE 100 is cheap, right?Looking at CAPE data for multiple indices
New NIRA board tasked to expedite issuance of identity cards
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Deputy Chief Justice has tasked the newly appointed Board Members of the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) to restore confidence among citizens in the issuance of the National Identity Cards. Justice Alphonse Owiny-Dollo said several Ugandans have been left in a state of uncertainty by the delays …
East Kilbride launch new manager hunt three months after Stuart Malcolm's Forfar exit
Interim boss Jim Paterson will remain in charge for now and has been invited to apply for the job.
AWS Can Be A DevOps’ Best Friend. This $30 Training Takes You Behind The Scenes.
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Consumer Sentiment Soars on Improved Optimism and Best Income Gains Since 1960
Consumer sentiment climbed again in early February, moving toward the highest level in 15 years. | Economy
PM Modi to visit Varanasi on Sunday; to inaugurate over 30 projects
According to the Prime Minister's Office, he would flag off IRCTC's 'Maha Kaal Express' through a video link
Biggest jump in world defence spending in 10 years: study
Global spending on defence rose by four percent in 2019, the largest growth in 10 years, led by big increases from the US and China, a study said Friday.
Royal Bank of Scotland Group changing name to NatWest Group plc as most customers are in England
THE Royal Bank of Scotland Group announced it was renaming itself NatWest – as most customers are south of the border. The rebranding of the Edinburgh-based plc after 51 years is the first ma…
Export of services rises 11.6% to $20 bn in Dec; imports up 10.3%
Surplus in trade services stood at $7.45 billion for December
HUL tops list of ad spenders; Amazon Online India ranks second: Report
Sports platform Dream11 makes it to top 5 in ad expenditure
It Was Over 20°C In Antarctica Last Week
Just days after mainland Antarctica tipped a record temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F), there are fresh reports of yet another record in the region: a positive
Bharti to make ₹10,000 cr. part payment in AGR dues by Feb. 20
Promises to clear remaining dues ‘well before’ March 17, the date of next hearing
Asian plane makers struggle to take off in crowded market
Asian plane makers have thrown huge sums at building jets but flagship projects have suffered repeated setbacks, and they face a tough time breaking into a market dominated by established players.
OPEC January Production Data
OPEC 14 crude oil production was down 509,000 barrels per day in January.OPEC announced a couple of months ago that Ecuador was leaving the cartel. However, it was still included in January's data.Ira
EU Judge Raises Prospect of Increasing Multibillion Fine Against Google
Alphabet's appeal against a multibillion-dollar fine for alleged anticompetitive behavior by its Google unit risks backfiring after a European Union court floated the prospect of increasing the fine (Warning: source paywalled; alternative source), rather than scrapping it. The Wall Street Journal re...
Steve Coogan: I couldn't get my teeth white enough for new film role
He plays a retail magnate in Greed.
No discounts, no problem: E-wallet users stick around despite less cash back
GoPay has the highest number "organic" users with 54 percent of respondents willing to continue using the e-wallet without promotions. OVO came in second with 29 percent organic users while DANA and LinkAja had 11 percent and 6 percent, respectively.
SBI a value play, buy Page Industries on dips: Rahul Shah, MOFSL
The economy is bottoming out and rural consumption is definitely growing. Plus, this quarters numbers have been fairly decent. I do not think there could be any more pain here for the auto sector in coming month, says Rahul Shah, Vice President, Broking & Distribution - Motilal Oswal Financial Services.
South African Rand Risks Fresh Depreciation Despite SONA's Positives
The British Pound Sterling vs the South African Rand: Latest GBP/ZAR News and Analysis
Minimum Wage: Kogi workers to get better deal — NLC Chairman
Kogi NLC Chairman, Onuh Edoka has charged workers in the state to remain resolute as the labour leader struggle for the new minimum wage...
Google takes appeal against €2.4bn fine to European Court of Justice
The European Court of Justice is hearing Google's appeal over a 2017 sanction for anti-competitive behaviour.
Mark Zuckerberg 'accepts' Facebook may have to pay more tax in Europe
Facebook boss Mark Zuckerberg says he recognises that tech giants may to have pay more tax in Europe in future and understands the "frustration".
Asia sees sharp decline in match-fixing, says AFC
"From 2016 we've witnessed a decline in match-fixing across Asia by 21% and with our efforts in tandem with Sportradar, the preventive measures we've introduced have produced positive results," Benoit Pasquier, AFC General Counsel and Director of Legal Affairs, told Reuters by email.
DoT Asks Airtel, Vodafone Idea, Others To Clear AGR Dues By Midnight
Airtel has told the DoT it will deposit Rs 10,000 crore of AGR dues by Feb. 20, 2020, and the balance before next date of hearing.
Ex-SoftBank employee indicted over alleged leak to Russian envoy in Japan
A former SoftBank Corp. employee was indicted Friday on a charge of illegally acquiring corporate secrets, which breaks the law on preventing unfair compet
Momo: Cheap By Any Metric
MOMO is a fast growth, Chinese tech company with a gigantic addressable market that is priced like a value stock.MOMO is cheap compared to other dating app/site companies and other Chinese social medi
Is professional investment advice worth the fees?
Determining the value of professional investment advice is a catch-22. While professional guidance has proven to boost returns over time, the cost of paying for it also eats away at those returns over time.
'Daniel has not made it easy for me', says Khune
Itumeleng Khune admits that the performances of Daniel Akpeyi has made it difficult for him to get back into the Kaizer Chiefs starting line-up.
NNPC employs 1,050 out of 60,000 candidates
’Femi Asu The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation has announced the recruitment of 1,050 graduate trainees. The NNPC said in a statement, on Friday, that it had concluded its 2019/2020 em...
Germany unlikely to stoke stuttering eurozone coffers
Germany entered 2020 with a flatlining economy and manufacturers in distress, leaving it ill prepared for continued trade uncertainty and the new coronavirus threat.
Budget: farmers disappointed
Farmers’ organisations are disappointed with the State budget in view of lack of an announcement on crop loan waiver and increase in paddy procurement price. They have expressed concern over the gover
LIC Housing Finance asks 14 developers to seek AIF funding
Experiencing growth in the sector, things will improve: MD
Take along minorities if you to want to successfully run the govt: Parkash Singh Badal
"I will say that all religions should be respected and take along minorities, take along your allies if you have to be successful in running the government so that all brothers (countrymen) consider themselves part of a family,” Badal said.
Premarket: European shares scale record even as coronavirus shows no signs of peaking
Hopes of government stimulus support shares globally
Mike Bloomberg once said taking too much money from the rich and giving it to the poor was a bigger problem than income inequality
Bloomberg once said in 2018 that taking too much money from the rich was a bigger problem than income inequality. 'I think income inequality is ...
USD/CHF Price Analysis: Greenback off fresh 2020 highs, trades above 0.9800 figure
USD/CHF is easing after hitting new 2020 highs this Friday. The quote is trading below the 100/200-day simple moving averages suggesting an overall bearish bia
Harvey Weinstein trial nears final act after defence rests
Movie producer ‘loved’ closing remarks of his lawyer, who questioned motives of accusers
QOTD: Which Niche Survives at Mercedes-Benz?
There's four vehicles on the potential chopping block, each with a list of attributes and a niche to fill. If you called the shots in Stuttgart, which one would live on?
9 Food and Restaurant Stocks to Dine In On
Should the economy keeping rolling like it is, these nine food and restaurant stocks to buy will likely surprise many investors.
Base metals still have demand – TDS
Analysts at TD Securities have confidence in the base metals and expect prices for copper, aluminum and lead heading north. Key quotes “There's still
SpiceJet gets ‘interim offer’ from Boeing
Claims ₹537 cr. citing grounded craft
Climate Change Blamed for Toxic Caterpillar Plague in Spain
Alarmists are charging that climate change is the main culprit behind a “toxic caterpillar plague” affecting southern Spain.
Coetzee ready to juggle coaching and Tennis SA roles
Jeff Coetzee, Tennis SA's new Director of coaching, is a relieved man after the ITF lifted a doping ban on his player. Sy Lerman reports.
FG transfers oil assets, OML 98, from PanOcean to NPDC
The Federal Government, yesterday, transferred ownership of Oil Mining Lease, OML, 98 to the Nigerian Petroleum Development Company, NPDC,
The Daily Chase: Rail blockade fallout continues; Canopy rallies as revenue surges
CN said yesterday it has begun an “orderly shutdown” of its network in Eastern Canada, which forced Via Rail to halt service on all but two of its routes across the country as blockades continue to impede rail traffic.
Vodafone's India operation on brink of bankruptcy after court ruling
India's Supreme Court has rejected an application to delay the payment of billions of dollars in backdated taxes and penalties that bankrupt Vodafone Idea.
Ramaphosa plan no quick fix for SA’s energy woes
Industry experts are looking for timelines.
More than 1,500 to be hired for event days at Allegiant Stadium
Representatives of ASM Global and Levy Restaurants told the Community Benefits Plan Oversight Committee about plans to hire more than 55 percent minorities.
ETF Deathwatch For January 2020
The ETF Deathwatch list decreased in size in January. Ten exchange-traded products were added to the list, and 23 funds were removed.The funds added in January were a mix of actively managed, internat
New Volkswagen Golf 8 GTD to gain ‘significant increase in performance’
Volkswagen has confirmed the new Golf 8 GTD will be revealed at Geneva, promising the diesel hatch will gain a “significant increase in performance”.
Paes-Ebden scrape through to title round
Ocleppo edges out 13th seed Ivashka in a gruelling outing
This Is How The New Delhi Railway Station Will Be Transformed Under The Redevelopment Programme
Here’s how it will look after the station redevelopment project is complete.
EUR/USD tests daily highs around 1.0850 post-US data
The shred currency has recovered the smile at the end of the week, with EUR/USD now navigating the upper end of the daily range around 1.0850. EUR/USD
Amazon, Disney and Apple Top MLBM's Brand Intimacy Study
However, PlayStation and Xbox formed the strongest bonds with Millennial and Gen Z consumers.
Meet Bitcoin Market’s Most Accurate Technical Indicator: Lamborghini
Take a break Golden Cross, bitcoin now has found a better technical indicator in Lamborghini this Valentine's Day. So it appears, there is a great
518 job offers made to 428 students at IIM-Bangalore
Strategy consulting and product management continue to be the most sought after roles, followed by Finance and General Management.
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SA's Montsi crowned African junior tennis champion
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Build-A-Bear drops massive online clearance with prices starting from £11
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European Pain Federation: The year for the Prevention of Pain
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Vandal sprays paint on two cars and a house in Downend
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This Stings: Coronavirus Comes for the Fiat 500L
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Yobe Government approves N220.7m for payment of LG retirees
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Pantami wants NCC board to link SIM cards, national ID cards, BVN
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Fiscal federalism is need of the hour: KTR
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BS6 Hyundai cars available with up to Rs 1.10 lakh discount
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Wounded Crusaders unleash on bumbling Blues
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London fashion week opens as coronavirus hits attendance
Event kicks off without many press and buyers from important Chinese market
EUR/JPY challenges 119.00 ahead of US data
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This highly rated massage gun is only $100 on Amazon
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Gauhati High Court Recruitment 2020
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Bell promo offers $85 per month for 20GB of data until February 17
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Plan to sell Portishead retirement flats dubbed 'Olditz' on the open market scrapped
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Farm labourers union decries LPG price hike in Karimnagar
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Japanese Regulator Blacklists AAFX, Justforex and GlobePro
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Elections for primary agri-cooperative societies on Saturday
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KLM apologizes after airliner crew's coronavirus toilet note sparks outrage in South Korea
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Senators demand report on flour, sugar crisis
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Ringgit lower against US dollar in early trade
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Australian court orders Google to reveal user who wrote a dentist’s bad review
An Australian court has been ordered to reveal the author of a bad dental review.
PM Modi Praises Air India, Health Ministry Officials For Evacuating Stranded Indians From Coronavirus-Hit Wuhan
The two flight operations enabled India to evacuate around 650 of its people who were stranded in Wuhan.
Software Maker Toast Raises Funds at $4.9 Billion Valuation
Toast Inc., which makes point-of-sale technology for restaurants, raised $400 million at a $4.9 billion valuation in a fundraising round led by investors including Bessemer Venture Partners and TPG.
Should I buy a Hisense TV? A look at the budget 4K television brand
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Shropshire care specialist awards staff pay rises
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FG to get N245.6bn China loan for section V of East-West road
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Major roading contract awarded
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'Contaminated fuel' shuts petrol station after cars break down
Customers took to Facebook to warn others
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XRP saw a "flash crash" on the BitMex exchange, with the asset's price plunging by 50% in a few minutes' time.
Profits at River Island’s Irish arm rise 53%
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Amnesty urges probe into troops ‘razing’ of Nigerian villages
Amnesty International on Friday called for an investigation into the alleged burning of villages by Nigerian troops in the volatile northeast following a recent surge in jihadist attacks.
SC refuses to extend March 31 deadline for BS-IV vehicle sales
The Supreme Court bench of Justice Arun Mishra and Deepak Gupta made it clear that the deadline for BS-IV vehicles will not be extended by even one day
Some Apple stores in China to reopen following coronavirus fears
Apple stores in Shenzhen and Shanghai remain closed, but others resume limited operations.
Elanco seeks clearance to acquire Bayer's animal health business
The Commerce Commission has received a clearance application from Elanco Animal Health Inc. seeking clearance to acquire Bayer AG’s animal health business.
UP govt to promote e-vehicles, targets 10,700 mw of solar energy
The energy minister said the state was targetting solar energy generation of 10,700 megawatt (mw) by 2022 in the private sector to conserve environment and curb pollution
B/Gen. Bathan of ‘Traslacion’ snafu promoted twice in a week
The Philippine National Police (PNP) bared on Friday another round of reorganization in its rank, including the promotion anew of a general who confiscated a journalist's phone during the
Renault reports first net losses in decade for 2019
Renault also took a hit from a decline in the financial contribution of a likewise struggling Nissan
Astra's star still rising
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Dostum Threatens ‘Parallel Govt’ if Election Results are Rigged
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The finance minister had similar interactive sessions in Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata last week.
Erosion Control: Edo, NEWMAP begin compensation exercise
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Compal Flex Book is a foldable tablet with a laptop dock
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New Mercedes F1 car hits the track at Silverstone
Mercedes has released the first images of the W11, the car Lewis Hamilton will use to defend his title.
Criticism of company’s vehicle storage proposal
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ONGC Q3 net halves on fall in oil, gas prices, output
State-owned Oil and Natural Gas Corp (ONGC) on Friday reported halving of its December quarter net profit after it faced the double whammy of falling oil and gas prices and a drop in production. Standalone net profit in October-December at Rs 4,152
Brendan O’Connor inherits Marian Finucane slot on RTÉ Radio 1
Journalist and presenter departs deputy editor role at Sunday Independent
Royal Bank of Scotland to be renamed after 293 years
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From March 2021, pharma firms marketing drugs will be held responsible for their quality
Currently, only the manufacturers are held liable under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act
Breaking: Lagos closes 16 companies over N126.19m tax evasion
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Mary Lou McDonald, a formidable force rises in Irish politics
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China’s startups on the ropes after virus freezes funding
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Foreigners Dump Turkish Local Assets by Close to Record Amounts
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Sony is "Struggling" to Keep PS5 Production Costs Down
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Despite the price hike in December, the companies have not lessened the benefits and it has only gotten better.
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Sinn Fein leader hits out at ‘old boys’ club’ of Fianna Fail and Fine Gael
The prospect of a second election is on the horizon.
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Merseyside pub named one of the best in the country
It prides itself on its real ales and has a wide variety of beer and cider
Owner admits it's 'quite funny' that his BMW floated off down Thames
James paid £5,000 for the BMW, which also had some expensive clothes inside.
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Zouma: Mourinho told me I was rubbish at Chelsea
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The Reserve Bank of India can’t counter food inflation without factoring in extreme weather events
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Sikkim Minister to stern up action against absentees, will pay surprise visits to offices
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Myntra appoints former Samsung executive Raghu Krishnananda as CTO
He has earlier led research and development teams in the US and India, in companies such as Yahoo, Goldman Sachs and Citibank
Forbes: Despite losing record, Phoenix Suns' value increases
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Singapore PM says recession possible due to coronavirus outbreak
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AutoNation - 2020 Is Shaping Up To Be A Good Year
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Brexit investments paying off for UK mining companies
UK mining sector earnings have increased by over £2bn since the UK voted to leave the EU in June 2016, according to analysis of the latest ONS figures.
AfDB refutes World Bank President’s remarks on Africa’s debt profile
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Wyndham, the world’s largest hotel brand, has temporarily closed 70% of its hotels in China in response to the coronavirus outbreak
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2020 Toyota Yaris Hybrid can do 36 km/l
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Nissan shares tumble to ten-and-a-half year low after earnings rout; Renault also suffers
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Mining ban has shaved ₹7,000 crore off Goa’s economy, says report
Ban has severely impacted jobs, says CMIE report
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Motorists to pay more for fuel
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Sarb moves to sell stake in African Bank
Sarb sees the disposal process being completed within 18–24 months after a suitable buyer is identified.
Another $ 3.8 Billion Goes to the Wall between the US and Mexico
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Alappuzha bypass to be ready in April
Minister visits Kuthirapanthy
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Serbian and Kosovar officials have signed a deal to restore a railway link between Belgrade and Pristina and to connect the two capitals with a highway in a step toward normalizing bilateral relations.
Samsung heirs under probe for propofol abuse
Feb. 13 (UPI) -- Two heirs of South Korean conglomerate Samsung Group are under investigation following allegations that Lee Jae-yong, the vice chairman of Samsung Electronics, and his sister Lee Boo-jin, chief executive of the Hotel Shilla chain, gained illegal access to a powerful anesthetic.
Dispensed: What to expect out of biotech M&A, Medicare Advantage enrollment in 2020, and what comes next for the DNA-testing industry
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Coronavirus Fears Gifts an Attractive Price for Qualcomm Stock
Although the coronavirus and declining China sales pose problems for QCOM, they could be temporary headwinds.
Toxic algae in Swan river warning extended
THE Department of Health has issued an updated algal bloom warning after the toxin levels extended to upper reaches of the Swan river.
Juve seek Brescia boost as rivals Inter, Lazio face-off
Juventus have never lost at home in the league against Brescia.
Arvind Kejriwal invites PM Modi to his swearing-in ceremony on Sunday
The Indian Express has reported that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to visit his constituency Varanasi on Sunday and hence might give the ceremony a miss.
India, Portugal ink seven pacts after Modi-Sousa talks
The pacts provide for cooperation in areas of investment, transport, ports, culture and industrial and intellectual property rights. Portugal is an important country for India in Southern Europe, and bilateral ties have witnessed a steady progress in the last 15 years. In October 2005, Portugal extradited Abu Salem and Monica Bedi to face terror charges.
More people failed to pay property taxes in 2019: City of Regina
“The numbers are a little bit different from last year, a little bit higher.”
Some Abertay students ‘can’t afford food’ as university defends rent rises
Abertay University has defended its decision to increase student rents amid claims some students are struggling financially.
Aircel-Maxis case: ED and CBI file status reports of inquiry into the Chidambarams
The directorate told a court in Delhi that an active inquiry was being conducted, while the CBI said it had sent a letter rogatory to Malaysia.
CCI defends probe against Amazon; says company's claim unfounded
CCI counsel told Karnataka High Court that law gave the commission full jurisdiction to investigate Amazon for potential anti-competitive activity
Nigeria has potential to feed Africa’s 1.2 billion people — Ecobank
Ecobank says Nigeria has the capacity to feed Africa’s estimated 1.2 billion people if it harnesses the gains of the agricultural value...
US Dollar Index challenges daily lows near 99.00, U-Mich in sight
The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the buck vs a bundle of its main competitors, remains on the defensive at the end of the week and is now flirt
Supreme Court orders Indian telcos to pay US$13b or face action
NEW DELHI, Feb 14 — India’s Supreme Court today ordered top telecom companies to pay US$13 billion (RM53.8 billion) in unpaid spectrum and licensing fees by March 17 or face punishment in a fresh blow to ailing mobile carriers. Shares in Vodafone Idea, which said it would be hardest hit by the...
HubSpot: A Growth Stock For The Long Term
Shares of HubSpot rocketed up more than ~7% after the company reported Q4 results and released FY20 guidance.The company is also projecting continued strong ~25% y/y revenue growth in FY20.Perhaps mor
Tesla prices its second offering of stock at $767 apiece
Tesla priced its second offering of stock at $767 apiece Friday.
Yamana Gold: Digging Into The FY-2019 Report
Yamana Gold reported FY-2019 production results, meeting both cost and annual production guidance, and is expecting similar operating metrics for FY-2020.The company raised its dividend yet again last
European Tour postpones Asian events due to coronavirus outbreak
Several sporting events in the region have been postponed.
Three UK expanding its 5G rollout across U.K. by the end of February
Three is set to kick off its wider 5G mobile rollout across the U.K. by the end of this month. Prior to that, the telecom firm is showcasing its 5G service at the London Fashion Week.
Vandalized gondola reopens
There were smiles — and cameras — all around at the official re-opening of the Sea to Sky Gondola near Squamish, B.C. Friday morning, Feb. 14.
Misguided Attempts To Improve The Housing Situation
Today there have been calls to rehash the capital gains tax argument and restrict the ability for rental property owners to borrow funds. These are misguided calls.
The secret to finding the best ASX shares – breaking all the rules
Let's look at David Gardner’s six rule breaker traits and see how they apply to the best ASX growth shares like CSL Limited (ASX:CSL).
Exxon Mobil: A Great American Company With A 5.66% Dividend Worth Investing In
Exxon Mobil has increased its dividend for 37 consecutive years and with yields closing in on 6% it is an income lover's dream.Exxon Mobil is positioning itself for the future as its recoverable resou
Virus-hit Hong Kong says it with face masks, not flowers
A manager at another store, who gave her name as Joyce, said her shop has had to reduce what they buy as customer interest wilts.
NPP Aspirant advises delegates not to be swayed by monetary gains
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Giuliani claims he can 'prove' a 'Democratic scam' in Ukraine with iPad full of 'reports' he never actually shares
Rudy Giuliani has a fresh crop of claims about Democrats' dealings in Ukraine — an iPad full of "proof" he won't let anyone else see.The former New York City mayor made a Fox Business appearance on Thursday night to push any corruption in Ukraine on Democrats' shoulders. "They
Why Neeraj Dewan in bullish on consumption, infra and auto
Neeraj Dewan, Director, Quantum Securities, says growth is not happening for the larger part of the market, but four to six months down the line, the economic activity should pick up and one must select stocks based on that.
Basf (ETR:BAS) Given a €68.00 Price Target at UBS Group
UBS Group set a €68.00 ($79.07) target price on Basf (ETR:BAS) in a report published on Monday morning, Borsen Zeitung reports. The brokerage currently has a neutral rating on the basic materials company’s stock. BAS has been the topic of a number of other research reports. Credit Suisse Group set a €66.50 ($77.33) price objective […]
Open to tweaking Budget to address concerns of the industry, says FM
Finance ministry to come out with detailed rules on Vivad Se Vishwas Bill in a couple of days
Mary Lou McDonald warns smaller parties of FF-FG coalition
Sinn Féin leader critical of ‘old boys club’ refusal to consider coalition with the party
Valaris February 2020 Fleet Status Report Analysis
Valaris releases its new fleet status report.There is a number of developments on the floater front, but jobs remain short-term in nature.The company also announces several rig retirements.
Big Tech’s Takeovers Finally Get Scrutiny
What cool things have we lost because mammoth companies swallowed up innovative start-ups?
No water in Pietermaritzburg neighbourhood for four years
Residents of Shayamoya in Pietermaritzburg say their settlement has been without tap water for four years. They depend on a water tanker that comes once or twice a week.
Can Corporate America Get Behind Medicare for All?
One man’s crusade to sell big business on a health care overhaul
Lonestar Resources: Likely To Be Overwhelmed By Debt Burden And Interest Costs
Lonestar is capable of maintaining production in 2020 while generating a bit of positive cash flow. Its high interest costs prevent it from being able to scale up more though. With debt at 3.9x unhedg
Renault denies being late with 2020 car
Cyril Abiteboul has denied that Renault is behind schedule with its 2020 car.
Sri Lanka arrests ex-envoy to Russia over MiG deal
Sri Lanka arrested a former ambassador to Russia after he was extradited from Dubai Friday to face money laundering charges over a controversial MiG aircraft purchase, police said.
DA allocates P3.7 million for Negros Oriental abaca, cotton farmers
CEBU CITY – The Department of Agriculture (DA) and the Fiber Industry Development Authority (FIDA) allocated about P3.7 million in financial assistance for the development and expansion projects of abaca and cotton farmers in Negros Oriental.
Talking about finance can temper the flames among couples
But not communicating money goals and values on a regular basis can lead to secrecy, resentment and blame in a relationship
Do Not Sell AT&T After The Share Price Rally
In view of the price increases, investors wonder whether AT&T is now overvalued.This question can be approached from different perspectives and the answer depends, as always, on personal strategy.And
4 ASX shares to watch in week 3 of reporting season
Here are 4 great ASX shares to watch during the busiest week of February's ASX reporting season.
Borrow A Boat Returns to Crowdcube With a Mission to Raise 1.5 Million in Funding
Just a little over a year after raising £1,496,600 in funding through its previous Crowdcube round, the self-proclaimed Airbnb for boats, Borrow A Boat, has re
Australia contains fires for first time in nearly six months
Fires across Australia's most populous state have been contained for the first time in nearly six months, authorities said on Friday, as heavy rains aid firefighters and boost some dam levels to their highest in nearly two years.
Tesco is selling 100 Jaffa Cakes for just £3.75
The bargain boxes won't be on offer for long so be quick
Fazlur Rehman should be tried under Article 6, says PM Imran
The premier speaks about inflation, wheat shortage and false news in an informal conversation with media.
Forever 21's $81 Million USD Bankruptcy Deal Gets Preliminary Court Approval
“Clearly, this is the only bid, and the alternative is liquidation, which is certainly not in anyone’s interest.”
Daily Deal: TREBLAB Z2 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones
The Z2's earned their name because they feature twice the sound, twice the battery life, and twice the convenience of competing...
Reuters: Oil prices stabilize, set for weekly gain on hopes for supply cut
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allied producers are considering cutting output by up to 2.3 million barrels per day.
IRDAI to set up common electronic platform to settle health insurance claims
The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) is looking at setting up a common electronic platform for settling health insurance claims.The platform, which is expected to come
Apple is checking customers' temperatures at its stores in Beijing because of the coronavirus outbreak
Apple is checking its customers’ temperatures before they enter its stores in Beijing after reopening some stores amid the coronavirus outbreak in China.
Facebook’s Zuckerberg wants ‘new framework’ for digital tax
Facebook founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Friday backed moves by the OECD group of free-market economies to reform the way online giants...
€17m jackpot winner has contacted lotto HQ
THE winner of the €17 million EuroMillions lotto jackpot has contacted the National Lottery's headquarters.
US Dollar Index Price Analysis: DXY grinds to fresh 2020 highs, challenges 99.20 resistance
The US dollar index (DXY) is trading near its highest since October while trading well above its main daily simple moving averages (SMAs). DXY is spiking to t
NY Fed's GDP Nowcast drops to 1.4% for first quarter of 2020 from 1.7%
The US economy is expected to expand by 1.4% in the first quarter of 2020, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York's latest Nowcasting Report showed. "Ne
From khat to coffee: revitalising an age-old Yemeni crop
In Haraz, farmers and exporters are bringing new life to a globally acclaimed and desired product
Suspended ZANU-Pf Youth Leaders In Dramatic U-Turn On Corruption Claims
ZANU-Pf Youth Leader's In u-Turn on corruption after having come under fire for their misguided activism and failing to follow procedure
Swaraj epitomised unwavering commitment to public service, says PM Modi
Modi said the former external affairs minister was firmly rooted in Indian values and ethos, and had great dreams for the country.
Beware oil execs in environmentalists’ clothing – BP could derail real change
If the company wants us to believe it can be part of the solution, it needs to stop drilling, says campaigner Alice Bell
Falling Oil Prices An Economic Warning Sign
Global demand has already been falling for the last several months, and oil prices are sending warnings that market hopes for a global reflation are likely not a reality.Falling gasoline prices have h
SpaceX plans to launch fifth Starlink batch Saturday
ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 14 (UPI) -- SpaceX plans to launch its fifth batch of Starlink satellites from Florida at 10:47 a.m. EST on Saturday, with a marginally favorable weather forecast.
Karnataka is aligned with PM Modi’s$ 5 trillion economy aim: CM
Yediyurappa inaugurates Invest Karnataka-Hubballi Conference
RBS to rebrand as Natwest as bank posts £4.2bn profit under new boss Alison Rose
Royal Bank of Scotland reported profit of £4.2bn for 2019 today, beating predictions as new boss Alison Rose outlined a rebrand of the bank as Natwest.
3 Big Things Today, February 14, 2020
Soybean and grain futures were little changed in overnight trading as the coronavirus spreads.
On heels of quarterly loss, Nissan again slashes full-year outlook amid economic uncertainties
After posting only its first third quarterly loss in 11 years, Nissan Motor Co. on Thursday again cut its annual profit forecast due to weak demand and eco
Ericsson: Our 5G technology is better any anyone's
Some have claimed Ericsson is behind Huawei, but Swedish firm fights back.
BMW M2 Competition Is The Latest BMW Art Car
BMW has just pulled the wraps off its latest "Art Car," sustaining a tradition that's been an integral part...
Risk of duopoly in telecom sector higher than before: Analyst
The room for manoeuvre is now very less for operators. The situation is particularly grave for Voda Idea.
After Top Court's Directive, Indian Govt Asks Telcos to Return Statutory Dues by Midnight
New Delhi (Sputnik): Immediately after the ruling of Indian apex court last year on payment of dues by telecom companies to the government, Vodafone’s global CEO Nick Read said the company’s future in India was doubtful. Even as Read retracted his statement immediately, weeks later his Indian partner and chairman of Vodafone Idea said it may shut.
Mark Carney sees silver lining in Brexit hit to economy
Mark Carney has said there may be a silver lining to Brexit and welcomes the Prime Minister's plans to address weak productivity.
Russian oil firms favor extending than deepening output cuts - S&P Global Platts
Citing the Chiefs of Russia’s oil giants, S&P Global Platts reports that a majority of the Russian oil companies back the case for oil output cut exte
Tesco 'unlawfully' blocked rivals from opening nearby stores, CMA finds
Tesco has been told to stop illegally blocking rival supermarkets from buying its land or leasing nearby sites by the [...]
Income and Growth Investors Will Benefit as CVS Adopts Managed Care
CVS stock should attract both income and growth investors as it leads the trend of managed care against competitor UnitedHealth.
Canada's Telus Announces Pre-Valentine's Pledge To 'Stay Faithful' to Huawei In National 5G Rollout
In a statement ahead of Valentine's Day, the Canadian executive said it was "important" for Telus to launch its network "when the time is right", adding that his company would continue working with govenrment officials to build its networks.
AGR case: DoT officer who faced SC's wrath issued order after senior's nod
He had issued an order saying no coercive action should be taken to recover Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) dues from telecom firms after expiry of the deadline set by the apex court
Online scam reveals a lack of controls
Experts say that the possible theft of $4.1 million in public funds shows problems in public administration systems and that cybercrime continues to accelerate
IBPS SO interview call letter: Steps to download
IBPS SO interview call letter: The final merit list will be prepared on the basis of the main exam as well as the interview. The main will have 80 per cent weightage and interview will have 20 per cent weightage.
CBDT notifies forms for firms to avail lower corporate taxes
The move comes after the government had slashed corporate tax rate last year in September as a measure to boost economic activity. The base corporate tax for existing companies was brought down to 22% from the current 30% while for new manufacturing firms, the tax was reduced to 15 per cent from the current 25 per cent.
Biggest jump in world defence spending in 10 years: study
Global spending on defence rose by four percent in 2019, the largest growth in 10 years, led by big increases from the US and China, a study said Friday.
Ukraine reports six enemy attacks in Donbas on Feb 13
There were no Ukraine army casualties in the past day.
Mahindra MESMA-based Ssangyong Tivoli electric spied
The all-electric SsangYong Tivoli will be built on Mahindra’s MESMA EV architecture and will have much in common with the eXUV300. Click for more.
Kraft Heinz downgraded to junk status by Fitch Ratings
Food firm ends up with massive debt load due to deals and jeopardised credit ratings
Demand for "Organic" Products is Growing, But Consumers Do Not Necessarily Understand What the Term Entails
Product labels offer valuable information, particularly as consumers become increasingly concerned about what is contained in the products they buy. With growing demand for clean, green, and eco-friendly products, many manufacturers have placed increased emphasis on how they market their products, b
Virginia offers new migratory bird-protection plans
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia officials announced plans Friday to create new habitat for about 25,000 seabirds after their nesting grounds were paved for a state tunnel expansion project —...
Canopy Growth shares surge after reporting smaller-than-expected loss
To pacify investors impatient for profits, Canopy and its rivals started the year by announcing a wide range of cost reductions
Aldi is about to increase the price of its bag for life up to 15p
Stores will also scrap single-use produce bags
Latest SwiftKey Beta update adds support for dark mode on Android devices
Microsoft recently released a new update for SwiftKey Beta app for Android users. The latest update v7.4.9.9 adds support for dark mode. This new Dark mode feature is available as an option on devices running Android 10 or higher. The Settings page of SwiftKey now comes with a brand-new look allowing you to easily customize …
US Dollar Index Price Analysis: Correction lower could test the mid-98.00s
DXY is shedding some ground after reaching fresh yearly peaks in the proximity of 99.20 earlier on Friday. The current overbought levels in the dollar
When is the UK Budget 2020?
The UK Budget 2020 is due next month but after the shock resignation of Sajid Javid this week the government may be forced to delay the date.
COVID-19 update for Feb 14, 2020
COVID-19 update for Feb 14, 2020
AGR fallout: Telecom tariff may go up by 20-25%
Telecom tariffs may go up by 25 per cent, as operators try to recover the money they will pay out for settling the dues related to Adjusted Gross Revenue. The SC order directing the telecom companies
Gold: Investors keep the bright metal with fondness
The yellow metal is ending the week with modest gains around $1,575.00 a troy ounce, recovering some of the ground it lost in the previous one. Valeri
Nintendo Switch tops hardware sales in January
Nintendo Switch hardware sales were down year-over-year in January, but it still outsold PlayStation 4 and Xbox One as they slowly fade away.
These were the worst performing ASX 200 shares last week
The Blackmores Limited (ASX:BKL) share price was among the worst performers on the ASX 200 last week…
The numbers that could reward the RBA's optimism
Upbeat company profit results, better readings from consumers and another record sharemarket high are backing the Reserve Bank's optimistic view on the economy.
SpiceJet reports 21% rise in Q3 profit to ₹78 crore
If the airline had not recognized such ‘other income’, it would have reported a loss of ₹173.19 crore.Expenses at the airline increased by about 56% from a year ago to about ₹3,848.61 crore in Q3
Photos of the day: February 14, 2020
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Data | How many times did incumbents retain power in Assembly elections since 2014?
A look at the outcomes of 33 Assembly elections since the BJP's win in the 2014 Lok Sabha election reveals a significant anti-incumbency trend
7 Micro-Cap Stocks That Could Double
Hidden micro-cap gems are hard to find, unless investors screen for value and strong revenue growth.
US visa ban: Gov Emmanuel seeks waiver for Nigerians
As visa restrictions by the United States of America bites take a toll on Nigerians, Governor Udom Emmanuel has made a case for...
Osinbajo is why we are impacting Nigeria - Google
Google, one of the leading tech giants has commended the efforts of Vice President Yemi Osinbajo in helping the organization achieve remarkable success in Nigeria.
Friday’s Insider Report: Chairman invests $1.2-million in this stock yielding nearly 5%
A look at recent notable transactions
Lakshmi Vilas Bank needs up to ₹2,000 cr. to stay afloat: CEO
Third quarter results kindle hope of raising funds, he says
AUD/USD pares early gains, turns flat above 0.67 as focus shifts to US data
The AUD/USD pair closed the first three days of the week in the positive territory but turned south on Thursday amid resurfacing worries over the coro
China moves to ease mounting anger with reset of virus fight
China took action on two fronts to gain control of the spiraling coronavirus outbreak gripping the country: reporting a dramatic increase in cases and ousting top officials who failed to check the disease’s expansion.
S&P affirms India's rating at 'BBB-' with stable outlook
Fiscal deficits have exceeded the government's plan, S&P said, adding it expects limited consolidation over the next few years.
Top Analyst Confirms $100,000 Bitcoin Price Target For End of 2021
A prominent analyst hailing from institutional markets in Europe recently threw his weight behind a prediction that Bitcoin will trade at least as high as $100,000 by the end of 2021
Plans go in for new Newtown Aldi store
A new supermarket is set to be built on the site of a former car dealership.
Microsoft Surface Book 3, Surface Go 2 Rumored For Spring Hardware Event: Here's What To Expect
Microsoft will reportedly hold a spring Surface hardware event in New York City to announce the hardware.
Farmers urged to stick heads above parapet to build trust
Farmers and those working in the agriculture industry must get better at telling their story as a means of building public trust in the sector and the goods it produces.
CGS-CIMB launches online trading platform for retail investors
With the launch of an online trading platform, PT CGS-CIMB Sekuritas Indonesia hopes to get more individuals to invest in Indonesia's stock market.
Rumour: PSVR 2 Planned to Launch After PS5 Release
"Tentatively scheduled"
NTSB releases preliminary report on helicopter crash that killed Kobe Bryant
The NTSB released its preliminary report Friday over the helicopter crash that killed Kobe Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter and seven others on Jan. 26.
copper dealer jailed one year
A copper dealer from Hwange has been slapped with one year jail term for illegal possession of 682,5kgs of copper worth $11 602, 50.Same Gundidza (23) of Railwa...
Enbridge raises bets on U.S. Gulf Coast LNG, reports higher Q4 earnings
Calgary-based Enbridge Inc. is raising its bets on the growing liquefied natural gas export sector on the U.S. Gulf Coast by buying the pipeline that would supply the proposed Rio Grande LNG export facility.
Davao Del Norte bettor wins over P36 M Lotto 6/42 jackpot
The over P36 million jackpot of Lotto 6/42 was bagged by a lone bettor from Tagum City, Davao Del Norte during Thursday night's draw, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) said.
AGR dues: DoT withdraws order seeking no coercive action against telcos
The department's move came after the Supreme Court directed the managing directors and directors of telcos and other firms to explain why contempt action be not taken against them
Leftist Pipeline Protests Shuts Down Canadian Rail Networks
Two Canadian rail networks are suspending trains as protestors continue blockades against a natural gas pipeline project.
Philips: High Margin Of Safety And A 10% IRR Make This Medical Imaging Play A Buy
Philips has transformed from an industrial conglomerate to a leader in several fields within the medical technology space.The company is a global leader in the oligopolistic medical imaging space.The
MAX 737: SpiceJet considering Boeing compensation offer for grounded planes
The no-frills carrier has been impacted by the grounding of its 13 Boeing 737 MAX planes since March last year as it is incurring various costs related to the aircraft
Some Potential Swaps To Consider (If You Own The Sell Fund)
RVI to OPP, MMT to EHI, CIK to DHY, FLC/PSF to FPF, DSL to DBL, EFR to BSL, BLW to VLT.The buy candidate is not necessarily a buy on its own but it's cheaper and we think better to own here than the s
Analyzing Piper Sandler Companies (PIPR) & Its Competitors
Piper Sandler Companies (NYSE: PIPR) is one of 36 publicly-traded companies in the “Security brokers & dealers” industry, but how does it contrast to its competitors? We will compare Piper Sandler Companies to similar companies based on the strength of its dividends, institutional ownership, analyst recommendations, profitability, earnings, valuation and risk. Profitability This table compares […]
Hong Kong stocks end week higher as virus deaths fall
Hong Kong stocks edged up on Friday, as the daily death and infection tolls in the epicentre of the coronavirus outbreak returned to lower levels, following a dramatic spike the previous day. At the
Sun TV Q3 PBT drops by 8.12% at Rs 498.46 crore; revenue grows marginally
The subscription revenues for the quarter was up by 18 per cent to Rs 411.85 crore from Rs 349.60 crore for the corresponding quarter ended December 31, 2018
Flight Centre lifts stop-sell on SAA tickets
Its preferred travel insurance provider has reinstated cover to SAA, effective immediately.
Ramaphosa unveils overhaul of South African energy industry
The government will invite private companies to submit bids to supply additional renewable energy to the grid.
Jeremy Quin Appointed Defence Minister
Jeremy Quin MP takes over from James Heappey MP as Minister for Defence Procurement.
Stephanie Meadow in the mix for the weekend in Australia
Leona Maguire’s second round 75 means she misses the cut at her third start of the season
Tesla's Giga New York is poised to meet a critical workforce target
It appears that Tesla will be meeting its workforce goals in its Gigafactory New York facility, with the company reportedly only a few hundred workers short of its 1,460 target for April 2020. With this in mind, Tesla seems poised to meet its end of its deal with the state, avoiding a potential $41.2 million […]
Vellore entrepreneurs welcome capital subsidy increase
The Vellore District Micro and Small Entrepreneurs Association (VDMSEA) has welcomed the budget proposal for an increase in subsidy for investments in MSMEs. In a press release issued here, VDMSEA pre
Eastern blockade remains
Members of the Mohawk First Nation say they are to meet Saturday with Federal Indigenous Services Minister Marc Miller at a CN rail crossing in Ontario.
Maxar Technologies to Host Investor Briefing on March 4, 2020
WESTMINSTER, Colo. — Maxar Technologies (NYSE:MAXR) (TSX:MAXR), a trusted partner and innovator in Earth Intelligence and Space Infrastructure, today announced that members of senior management will present an overview of the Company’s business, recent financial results, and strategic priorities on March 4, 2020, beginning at 8:00 a.
Sinn Fein leader hits out at ‘old boys’ club’ of Fianna Fail and Fine Gael
The prospect of a second election is on the horizon.
Bitcoin Rally Stalls, Bullish Recovery Depends On These Levels
Analyst Josh Rager has identified price points that could determine the movement of Bitcoin over the next few days. Bitcoin Price Hangs in the Balance
Pain At The Pump As Fuel Prices Increase In February Review
Super Petrol and Diesel prices have increased by Ksh2.67 and Ksh2.13 in the February 2020 review, the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced.In the review, kerosene price h
RBI’s lending push amid inflation to crimp fixed deposit (FD) returns
Soon after the RBI monetary policy review earlier this month, banks dropped their fixed deposit rates. Mint explains the implications of the RBI action
Vietnam says monitoring over 5,000 Chinese workers for Covid-19
HANOI, Feb 14 — Vietnam is monitoring more than 5,000 workers who returned to the South-east Asian country after the Lunar New Year holiday for signs of Covid-19, state media reported today. Yesterday, Communist-ruled Vietnam quarantined a rural commune of 10,000 people near Hanoi because of...
Data leaks: Why the cure isn’t just in the cloud
Many companies are turning to cloud-based software solutions to safeguard their data, but Rene Meyer, VP of Technology at AMAX says businesses should start with the box as a stronger alternative platform.
Indo-US Relationship 'most Transformational' In Current Era: Ambassador Sandhu
The relationship between India and the United States – the two largest democracies of the world – is seen as the most transformational one in the current era, New Delhi's top envoy to the US has said.
Renault reports first net losses in decade for 2019
French carmaker Renault said Friday it went into the red last year for the first time in a decade on lower sales and a falling contribution from its Japanese partner Nissan.
Boeing to extend labor contract with engineer's union by four years
(Reuters) - U.S. planemaker Boeing Co (BA.N) said it has agreed to a tentative deal with its engineers’ union to extend its labor contract by another four years.
Chinese ambassador advises SA nationals to stay in China, rather than going home
There are about 3,000 South African students in China, including 165 in Hubei province where the virus broke out.
Govt. sees bid to sensationalise CAG report
Chief Secretary says report leaked to media, State Police Chief being unfairly targeted
LIST: Traffic schemes for Alabang, Balintawak starting February 14
The traffic adjustments will give way to construction works for the Skyway extension and Skyway Stage 3 projects
Ramayan-theme based train taking routes linked with Ram by March-end: Rlys
The train is likely to be launched after March 10, Railway Board Chairman V K Yadav said, adding that its annual schedule will be released in the coming week
Renault plans US$2.2b ‘no taboos’ cost cuts after first loss in a decade
PARIS, Feb 14 — Renault’s first loss in a decade triggered a no-taboos commitment to cut costs by €2 billion (RM9.1 billion) over the next three years from the carmaker today, as it tries to put the Carlos Ghosn affair behind it. As ex-Volkswagen brand manager Luca de Meo prepares to take...
Two men in court for allegedly loitering around banks in Badagry
The police on Friday arraigned two men for allegedly loitering around some banks in a Magistrates’ Court in Badagry, Lagos.
Lakshmi Vilas Bank posts ₹334-cr loss in Q3
Our Bureau Private sector lender Lakshmi Vilas Bank (LVB) posted a net loss of ₹334 crore in the third quarter of FY20 when compared to the ₹373-crore net loss recorded in the same period the previous
Boeing and engineering union agree on new, extended contract
The board of SPEEA will recommend the proposal to its 18,000 members in the Puget Sound area.
More St Helens council staff are being abused at work
Nearly 400 employees have come into 'conflict' with a member of the public
The Market Place: Sky Bet Movers, Price Boosts and Trader Tip
Penny Marlow at Fakenham is the best-backed horse of the day with Sky Bet. We have all the movers, Price Boosts plus a traders' tip.
Beeping power bank in unclaimed bag triggers bomb scare in SC
Security officials said the bag was emptied at an isolated place and it was found that the beep sound was coming out of a power bank.
Minister: Malaysia to cut red tapes, streamline investment process
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — Malaysia will be undertaking extensive reforms of the investment process to improve the ease of doing business for both foreign and domestic investors, the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) said. “Investors can expect red tape to be cut, bureaucracy to...
GBP/USD: Bulls asking out the pound
Gains on the cable are set to continue as technical indicators point at that, according to an analyst at FXStreet Yohay Elam. Key quotes “The four-hou
Cathy Kelley Announces She's Leaving WWE After NXT Takeover: Portland
Cathy Kelley is moving on from WWE. On Friday, Kelley, who is a backstage interviewer for the company, announced that she will be leaving WWE with NXT Takeover: Portland being her final show, which will be on Sunday. She announced the news on Twitter.'I've typed out and deleted about 20 times over [...]
HC stays CCI’s order for investigation on Amazon, Flipkart
The Karnataka High Court on Friday stayed the January 13 order of the Competition Commission of India initiating an investigation to find out whether e-commerce majors Amazon and Flipkart have violate
Malaysian Advertisers Association conference shelved over Covid-19
KUALA LUMPUR: Council members of the Malaysian Advertisers Association (MAA) have postponed the MAA Marketer Conference 2020, which was scheduled for March 27.
Vandals smash Sonic Wash
Employees at the Sonic Wash in West Kelowna were in cleanup mode when they got to work this morning.
'Europe can only be stronger with Russia,' claims Moldova's president
"I believe in a big Europe, from Lisbon to Vladivostok," Igor Dodon told Euronews.
CBI Makes Serious Comments in Jagan’s Exemption Case
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Thousands of government employees work from home as protesters target their offices
The sounds of singing, drumming and chanting carried through the streets of downtown Victoria on Friday, as people calling themselves Wet’suwet’en land and leadership defenders peacefully. . .
2 top ASX dividend shares to buy and hold for the next decade
Here's why you can't go past these two top ASX dividend shares as long-term investments over the next decade.
Roku Beats The Street For Q4 Earnings, Makes Wild Prediction For Cord Cutting Movement
Roku has released its earnings report for the last quarter of 2019, and the company did very well exceeding its expectations.
'Lady of Legend': Severn Valley Railway lines up special guest train
A special guest has been lined up for the Severn Valley Railway's Spring Steam Gala – the newly built Lady of Legend steam train.
'Farcical' to suggest FF/FG government would represent change - McDonald
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TN budget 2020-21 highlights: State's economy was strong despite global slowdown, says OPS
Tamil Nadu achieved growth of 8.1 per cent in 2018-19, says Deputy Chief Minister O Paneerselvam in his state budget speech.
Catching Pigeons gossip column including Ascot, Haydock, Lingfield, Wincanton and Newcastle
Our top gossip column returns with horses to follow at whichever of Ascot, Haydock, Lingfield, Wincanton and Newcastle get the go-ahead.
Introducing the π-ton, which could be the newest known quasiparticle
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Say Hello To The 2020 Harley-Davidson Ford F-250
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TSMC becomes first Taiwan individual stock added to Global Islamic Indexes
Taiwan’s semiconductor manufacturing giant expects more business opportunities from Middle East
Chips are down as Toshiba logs ¥145.63 billion loss for April-December
Toshiba Corp. said Friday it posted a group net loss of ¥145.63 billion ($1.32 billion) in the April-December period due to the sluggish performance of its
SSC CPO Paper 1 Result 2019 likely today
SSC CPO Paper 1 Result 2019-2020: The results of CPO examination will be announced on February 14, 2020. The candidates can check the results through the website- ssc.nic.in
PSG replace Man City as most financially powerful club: report
French champions Paris St Germain have overtaken Manchester City as the most financially powerful club in world football, the annual Soccerex Football Finance 100 report showed.
Remedy holds steady, posting solid growth across the board
Finnish developer moves forward on live-service multiplayer game plans
Congress will bring govt to its knees over SC reservation, 'decisive action' in two days: Randeep Singh Surjewala
Against the backdrop of a recent Supreme Court judgement, Congress leaders Randeep Singh Surjewala and Kumari Selja accused the BJP and the RSS of conspiring to end reservation for the Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes. Last week, the Supreme Court said states are not bound to provide reservation in appointments or promotions.
4 signs it's time to switch banks
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DoT asks telecommunication companies to clear dues before midnight
15 entities owe the Government Rs 1.47 lakh crore
Goods exports dip 1.6% to $25.97 b in Jan; trade deficit at $15.17 billion
Coronavirus outbreak, persisting protectionism add to exporters’ woes
Is there still value in an auto show?
With Volvo and Mercedes absent from Toronto, it’s becoming clear that automakers are finding other ways to allocate their marketing budget
Report: PSG replace Man City as most financially powerful club
PARIS, Feb 14 — French champions Paris St Germain have overtaken Manchester City as the most financially powerful club in world football, the annual Soccerex Football Finance 100 report showed. PSG topped the 2020 edition with a football finance index score of 5.318, which is based on the value...
Sical Logistics posts Q3 loss of ₹48 crore
Sical Logistics Ltd. an integrated logistics provider and unit of the Coffee Day group, has posted a net loss of ₹48.28 crore for the third quarter ended December 2019 against a profit of ₹7.96 crore
Telangana HC seeks report on State’s steps to tackle COVID-19 outbreak
Chief Secretary asked to file report by Feb. 26
Bitcoin ‘Lambo Line’ Indicator Suggests Bull Market Inbound
According to findings from ChartStar, the number of 'Lambo' mentions on Reddit turns out to be a very good indicator for predicting strong Bitcoin moves.
Rishi Sunak could be more relaxed on public spending, hints No 10
Newly-appointed chancellor could be given room to manoeuvre with deadline extension
Is 5AMLD Causing Crypto Companies to Shut Down & Relocate?
The EU's 5th anti-money laundering directive has already caused some crypto firms to relocate or shut down. Is regulation really a good thing for crypto?
The PlayStation 5 could cost as much as $470 as Sony reportedly struggles to keep the cost of parts down
PlayStation insiders said exactly where the company prices the PS5 will depend on where rival Microsoft prices its next-generation Xbox.
Procurement, Digital Banking See VC Funding Rounds
This week's B2B funding focused on Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), cash flow amid streamlining payments and supply chain visibility, as well as digital banking.
FTSE 100 ends week lower after week AstraZeneca, RBS results
UK blue-chip shares fell for a second day on Friday after AstraZeneca and RBS reported underwhelming results, while investors remained unsettled because of concerns over the impact of the coronavirus outbreak on the global economy.
Virus could mean $5 bn in airline losses: UN agency
The new coronavirus outbreak could mean a $4-5 billion drop in worldwide airline revenue, the International Civil Aviation Organization said on Thursday.
Invest in a centrally-managed approach to work placements
Embedding good quality work experience in the NHS is vital to attracting the college students needed to address the workforce crisis, writes Gillian Cairn
Karnataka HC grants interim stay on CCI probe against Amazon, Flipkart
The order was delivered by Justice PS Dinesh Kumar on a petition filed by Amazon, seeking interim stay on the CCI probe order, after hearing the matter over the past three days
TSX inches higher
Canada's main stock index resumed its upward trend in late morning trading despite decreases in the key energy and materials sectors.
Sri Lanka arrests ex-envoy to Russia over MiG deal
Sri Lanka arrested a former ambassador to Russia after he was extradited from Dubai Friday to face money laundering charges over a controversial MiG aircraft purchase, police said.
US visa ban frustrates man, stops him from bringing his new wife to America
The US visa ban placed on Nigeria and 13 other countries on Friday, January 30, has aborted Saheed’s plan to give his family a comfortable life in America.
FIRS: Tax waivers, illicit flows responsible for low revenue
The FIRS says it has not been able to meet its revenue target because of non-discretionary tax waiver grants and illicit financial flows
Sharad Pawar slams Maharashtra govt over Bhima-Koregaon case transfer to NIA
Before the judge passed the order, the prosecution submitted an application stating that they do not have any objection to the National Investigation Agency's plea seeking transfer of the case.
"Oversold" Pound Sterling finds Buying Interest
It was a sea of green for the British Pound on the global currency performance board at the start of the new week as it rallied against the majority of its peers and confirmed that while there is much anxiety over looming trade negotiations
Three injured as tractor and car smash closes road
Road remains closed and one casualty was taken to hospital
Indian Ports Not To Allow Disembarkation Of Chinese Ships’ Crew To Avoid Spreading Of Deadly Coronavirus
Besides China, crew of the ships from Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong and Macau will also not be allowed to disembark.
Weather and soil type – ‘key factors in water quality’
Weather conditions and soil type are two key factors impacting on water quality in Ireland according to the ACP's programme manager.
Statement at the Conclusion of the IMF Mission to Pakistan 2020
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) Mission led by Ernesto Ramirez Rigo visited Islamabad during February 03-13, 2020 to initiate discussions on the second review of the authorities’ economic reform program supported under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) arrangement. At the conclusion of the visit, Ramirez Rigo made the following statement released on February 14: “The IMF staff team had constructive and productive discussions with the Pakistani authorities and commended them on the considerable progress made during the last few months in advancing reforms and continuing with sound economic policies. The mission and the authorities made significant progress in the discussions on policies and reforms. In the coming days progress will continue to pave the way for the IMF Executive Board’s consideration of the review. “The macroeconomic outlook remains broadly as expected at the time of the first review. Economic activity has stabilized and remains on the path of gradual recovery. The current account deficit has…
FTC to Review Influencer Marketing Rules
The FTC will review its influencer marketing rules as it calls for improved disclosure for endorsements on social media platforms.
Man Utd ranked 16th most economically powerful club in the world, according to Soccerex report
Manchester United are the 16th most financially powerful club in the world, according to the annual Soccerex Football Finance 100 report.
Adios, X-Class! Tuner unveils 'Final Edition' versions of Benz's bakkie
Carlex Design has taken the wraps off two new “Final Edition” versions of the X-Class to say farewell to Mercedes-Benz’s double-cab bakkie...
DoT asks Vodafone Idea, Airtel to clear AGR dues by midnight
The DoT, which faced the ire of Supreme Court for putting on hold recovery of dues from telecom companies, has started issuing circle or zone-wise demand notices to firms
Rifle used to spot protesters
RCMP say the enforcement of an injunction against protesters blocking Coastal GasLink from accessing sites along the Morice West Forest Service Road near Houston, B.C. has concluded with a total of 28 arrests.
Japan: GDP to have turned negative – Standard Chartered
Japan is scheduled to release preliminary Q4 GDP data on 17 February, trade data for January and core machine orders for December on 19 February and C
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Ramaphosa speaks openly about South Africa’s limited energy supply
While delivering the 2020 State of the Nation Address, President Cyril Ramaphosa spoke openly about South Africa’s limited energy supply.
‘Construction Of Ram Mandir Will Start On Ram Navami In April’: Janmabhoomi Trust Member Kameshwar Chaupal
Kameshwar Chaupal the Dalit member of Shri Ram Janma Bhoomi Tirtha Kshetra - the trust responsible for the construction and upkeep of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, has announced that he is confident about the construction starting on Ram Navami in April, Rediff has reported.
Vietnam turns away two cruise ships over coronavirus fears
HANOI (Reuters) - Vietnam has denied two cruise ships permission to dock due to fears of coronavirus infections on board, Vietnamese state media and a cruise operator reported on Friday.
Investors Continue To Look Past The Coronavirus
Tokyo was a notable exception in the Asia Pacific region, as the other major equity markets, like in Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, South Korea, and Australia, advanced. The MSCI Asia Pacific Index rose fo
HP Presidents Day sales offer up to $800 off in cheap laptop deals
These HP laptop deals are offering fantastic savings in the latest Presidents' Day discounts.
Using big data to combat catastrophes
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EFCC: How a corps member’s petition made us recover N320m from INEC
Abdullahi Lawal, Sokoto zonal head of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), says a petition by a corps member led to the recovery of N320 million from the Independent Electoral
Protests remain peaceful
UPDATE 3:35 p.m. Police say pipeline protests outside government offices in Victoria on Friday were peaceful with much of the noise generated by passing motorists honking their car horns in support.
Disruptive scenes that birthed Moi's torture era
The headache set in after release of political detainees, who called for reforms in Kanu.
Lufthansa cancels China flights through to late March
German airline giant Lufthansa said Friday it would prolong its suspension of flights to the Chinese mainland until March 28 over the novel coronavirus COVID-19.
GBP/USD Price Analysis: Pound easing from weekly high, trades above 1.3000 figure
Following the October and December bull-run, GBP/USD is trading in a rectangle consolidation above its 100/200-day simple moving averages (SMAs). The spot is e
David Warner aware of possible hostile reception by South African crowd
David Warner understands that he and Steve Smith may not receive a warm welcome from the South African crowd
Atlanta Fed's GDPNow drops to 2.4% from 2.7% for first quarter of 2020
The real gross domestic product (GDP) in the United States is expected to expand by 2.4% in the first quarter of 2020, the Federal Reserve Bank of Atl
Sony is struggling with PlayStation 5 price due to costly parts: report
Sony is reportedly trying to get flash memory components that are expensive and in short supply due to smartphone manufacturers.
CPP Investment Board posts 3.6 per cent rate of return for its third quarter
The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board says it earned a return of 3.6 per cent during its most recent quarter, after expenses.
EUR/USD: Extending losses
US consumer data will be the main focus today following disappointing German economy data, Yohay Elam from FXStreet reports. The EUR/USD pair is tradi
Vodafone faces potential collapse after SC orders telecom firms to pay Rs 1.47 lakh crore in a month
Shares of Vodafone Idea tanked on Friday following the Supreme Court verdict. It plunged 16.67% to Rs 3.75 around 2.30 pm.
Royal Bank of Scotland to be renamed after 293 years
The Government-controlled bank will become NatWest Group and agreed to a 5p-a-share special dividend after profits hit £4.2bn last year.
U.S. and Taliban Agree to Reduce Violence, in First Step To Peace Deal
American negotiators had insisted on a decline in hostilities — though not a complete cease-fire — before signing an agreement with the Taliban.
BOE’s Carney sees silver lining after Brexit hit to UK economy
The outgoing Bank of England (BOE) Governor Mark Carney warned over the economic risks of the UK leaving the European Union (EU), in an exclusive inte
Local deputies to pay the price for lack of Latvian skills
The municipal deputies the State Language Centre invites to improve their state language skills to the necessary level will have to use their own resources, according to the amendments to the Law On the Status of the Deputy of the Republic City Council and Municipality Council passed in Saeima, according to the Parliamentary Press Service on February 13.
Guilty in Wal-Mart mayhem
An Okanagan man pleaded guilty Friday to a slew of charges, stemming from a crime spree last spring that saw him evade police for several days.
Twitter blocked party account for speaking truth on liberals: Karnataka BJP
There are no tweets on the time line of state BJP twitter handle after February 10, 9:55 PM. The official twitter handle of the state BJP was however restored on February 12.
Paramount Group, Inc. (PGRE) CEO Albert Behler on Q4 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
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TRB Ventures targets over RM8bil in property deals this year
KUALA LUMPUR: TRB Ventures Sdn Bhd is targeting over 50 per cent increase in new property sales to 21,000 units worth over RM8 billion this year via its property marketplace platform, MHub.
Tyson Fury reveals he is 'licking p*ssy' to avoid KO in Deontay Wilder rematch
The Gypsy King has an unorthodox method for strengthening his chin.
Oyetola presents N1.2bn bonds to retirees
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Molano claims second straight Tour Colombia stage
Molano also won Wednesday's 152km stage two in another sprint finish.
Most Read articles – Apple silicon, AI investment, Coronavirus
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Petrol, diesel prices up
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — The retail prices of RON97 and RON95 petrol will be higher by two sen per litre, at RM2.36 and RM2.06, respectively, for the week beginning midnight tonight up to Feb 21. A Finance Ministry statement said the price of diesel will be higher by six sen per litre,...
Worried About Retirement? 3 Moves That'll Help You Change Your Mindset
If the idea of leaving the workforce is making you anxious, these steps are a must.
Exclusive: Scope Markets Joins Your Bourse’s Liquidity Network
Online trading provider Scope Market announced on Friday the joining to the network of Your Bourse Liquidity Hub partners.
Universities say Chinese students could quit Australia
SYDNEY, Feb 14 — Top Australian universities warned today Chinese students may walk away from courses Down Under after Canberra extended a coronavirus travel ban, in a major blow to the multi-billion-dollar sector. Nearly 70,000 Chinese visa holders are due to start their semesters soon at eight...
Proposed $3.3bn external borrowing is to finance 2020 budget, Eurobond ― DMO
By Elizabeth Adegbesan The Debt Management Office (DMO) has clarified that the proposed $3.3 billion external borrowings is meant to finance part of the 2020 budget deficit of N2.18 trillion and refinance the federal government’s Eurobond maturing in January 2021. The DMO disclosed this yesterday in a press statement released on its website. In DecemberRead More
‘Overzealous interpretation of law poses risk to independent directors’
Penalising them for a company’s action would be counter-productive: Sinha
Road closure in Stanley has been postponed
Road has been shut for resurfacing works
Canada's Telus to launch 5G network with Huawei gear - Financial Post
Will use Chinese gear "out of the gate".
Plant 100 saplings, court tellsIndustries and Commerce Director
Planting of 100 saplings has been prescribed as punishment to the State Industries and Commerce Director for the non-compliance of a court order. A Single Judge of the Kerala High Court issued the ord
Sony "struggling" to lower $450 PlayStation 5 price, report claims
Due to high manufacturing costs.
TIF: 'People in racing are exhausted' by lack of change
The Thoroughbred Idea Foundation revisits a report they published in 2019 asking why companies like Equibase continue to charge for their data.
FIRS boss, Nami discloses why FIRS failed to meet revenue target under Fowler
The reasons why the FIRS failed to attain its tax revenue projections under former Executive Chairman, Babatunde Fowler, has been disclosed.
Corruption and mismanagement to blame for SA poor economy - Cosatu
Reacting to President Cyril Ramaphosa's SONA, Cosatu warned the government not to outsource its developmental obligations to the private sector.
Karnataka HC Stays CCI Probe Into Alleged Violation Of Competition Laws By Amazon, Flipkart
The court has asked the respondents in the matter including CCI and CAIT to file their responses within eight weeks.
Despite swelling revenue deficit, Tamil Nadu presents a tax-free Budget
Drop in Centre’s share causes strain
PM Modi To Flag Off IRCTC’s Kashi Mahakal Express Linking Three Jyotirlingas Of Lord Shiva During His Varanasi Visit
PM Modi during his one-day trip to his constituency will also inaugurate several other projects.
Telecom firms told to pay Rs 1.47 lakh crore dues by midnight, hours after SC pulls up government
Airtel has informed the telecom department it will deposit Rs 10,000 crore by February 20, and the remaining amount ‘well before’ March 17, said media reports.
Withdraw income tax on overseas tours, travel agents petition PM Modi
The government introduced five per cent TCS on overseas tour packages with an aim to plug revenue leakag
After US President Trump, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella To Visit India On 24 February To Attend Company Event
Nadella is expected to attend a company event on 24 and 25 February.
SNK obscurity Sasuke vs. Commander returns on PS4 and Switch
Every once in a while, the retro fans over at Hamster bust out a title that really, really winds the clock back. This week's release is an excellent example, as one of SNK's first-ever games, Sasuke vs. Commander, returns on PS4 and Nintend...
How West Brom used Matheus Pereira's ban to their advantage
West Brom boss Slaven Bilic admits that Matheus Pereira's recent three match ban might well have helped him rediscover his very best form for Albion
More risk capital and a strong corporate governance code, key to India's GDP growth: Uday Kotak
Indias aspirational growth of 6-7% depends on risk capital and strong corporate governance code, Kotak said.
CPP Investment Board posts 3.6 per cent rate of return for its third quarter
TORONTO — The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board says it earned a return of 3.6 per cent during its most recent quarter, after expenses. Net assets for the Toronto-based fund manager grew to $420.4 billion as of Dec. 31, up from $409.
Renault reports first net losses in a decade for 2019 on lower sales
Renault said in a statement it suffered net losses of 141 million euros ($152 million)
Juventus seek Brescia boost as rivals Inter, Lazio go head-to-head
Juventus return to their home comforts of Turin after a poor away run, hosting struggling Brescia on Sunday with top spot in Serie A at stake as title rivals Inter Milan and Lazio go head-to-head in the Stadio Olimpico.
Vandoorne appointed Mercedes F1 reserve driver
Racing News: Former McLaren driver Stoffel Vandoorne will be an official reserve for Mercedes in Formula One this season while also competing in the all-electric F
SC rejects plea by telecom operators seeking more time to settle AGR dues
The Supreme Court on Friday rejected a plea by incumbent telecom operators seeking more time to settle Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) dues and has asked the companies to deposit dues by March 17. It wil
A Seismic Shift? Kraken Releases January Bitcoin Volatility Report
Kraken Intelligence, our team of in-house research experts, has released its Bitcoin Volatility Report for January, 2020. Key Takeaways BTC’s +30.3% price appreciation marked its best start to the year since 2013. Stronger 1-month correlations with gold, oil, and US treasuries suggest that the Iran-US…
Insured losses from storm Ciara could near $2 billion, RMS estimates
(Reuters) - Total insured property losses from storm Ciara, which was named Sabine in Germany, could be between 1.1 billion and 1.8 billion euros ($1.2 billion-$1.95 billion), catastrophe risk modeling firm RMS estimated on Friday.
Why fund management companies are surging on the ASX
Investing in fund management companies is back in favour after a year of uncertainty. Now the money managers are in the money.
California court says Apple Store workers must be paid for time spent waiting to be searched
Employees could wait up to 45 minutes after their shift for a manager to search them.
Tesco under fire for blocking rival stores opening nearby
Tesco has come under fire for stifling competition in the grocery market for up to 10 years, preventing rivals from opening stores near their own. The competition watchdog said it first approached the country's largest supermarket chain on the issue in 2018 after uncovering evidence it had been stopping landlords from letting property to rivals The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said the supermarket may have reduced competition by unlawfully leaning on its landlords not to rent nearby sites to rivals, leaving shoppers worse off. The watchdog stopped short of fining Tesco because it is unable to do so under current rules.
Mark Zuckerberg to voice support for global tax on tech giants
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg is to offer public support for international tax reform which would see technology giants pay more tax in Europe.
EUR/GBP bounces off 2020 lows, around 0.8320
The sterling is correcting lower following the moderate pick-up on Thursday and is helping EUR/GBP to bounce off recent yearly lows in the sub0.8300 r
AGR dues: Risk of duopoly in telecom higher than before, says analyst
Most of the remaining liability is with state-owned BSNL/MTNL and some of the shut/bankrupt telecom companies
India’s Top Court Rebukes Telcos for Default of Dues to Govt
New Delhi (Sputnik): Last year, Vodafone’s global CEO Nick Read said the company’s future in India was in doubt following a court ruling in a tax dispute with the government.
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Verizon Fios deal: get one year of Disney Plus for free plus a $50 gift card
Don't miss this Verizon Fios deal! The carrier is offering one year of Disney Plus for free and a $50 Visa gift card with a Fios internet plan.
PM Modi Sends Congratulatory Letter To Varanasi Rickshaw Puller Who Invited Him For Daughter’s Marriage
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sent a letter to a rickshaw puller Mangal Kevat, who is from the PM's Lok Sabha constituency, Varanasi.
Aviation finance sector looking vulnerable
High aircraft values and low lease-rate factors which do not reflect the commercial and operating risks facing airlines leave the aviation finance industry in a vulnerable state in 2020, says Scope Ratings. Scope expects little change to lease-rate factors in the first half of the year. The slowdown in the global economy will rub off on the aviation industry. More airline defaults and further consolidation are likely in 2020, though stability in oil prices will help the industry keep costs under
GBP/USD faces a probable move to 1.3160 – UOB
In light of the recent price action, Cable could now move to the 1.3160 region, in opinion pf FX Strategists at UOB Group. Key Quotes 24-hour view: “A
One of UK coronavirus patients ‘attended Westminster conference’
Nine people have been confirmed with Covid-19 in the UK.
Billie Eilish's James Bond Theme Song Is Here
"No Time To Die" is a gloomy and sweeping slow-burn
Poll: Bloomberg overtakes Biden in Florida
Michael Bloomberg is leading the pack of Democratic presidential hopefuls in Florida, according to a new survey from St.
Council says vehicle ban a success despite business complaints
Central Dunedin businesses are up in arms about cars and buses being banned in the Octagon. The Dunedin City Council is hailing the trial closure of the landmark as a success but retailers say it has left them out of pocket and unsure of their future if any ban becomes permanent. The council is holding a series of pedestrian-only trials in the Octagon from January to late March, at the cost of $150,000. The plan is being marketed as the Octagon Experience. The current trial, which began on 27 January and finishes on Sunday, is the most widespread.
VC Deals: Sirius XM Buys SoundCloud Stake, Seats
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Libya's GNA demands UN call Haftar to account for cease-fire violations
The Tripoli-based internationally recognized Government of National Accord GNA called on the U.N. on Thursday to bring putschist Khalifa Haftar to...
Amazon can’t end fake reviews, but its new system might drown them out
The company’s new one-tap star rating feature seeks to get more customer feedback ... from actual customers.
USD/CHF retakes 0.9800 mark, 1-1/2 month tops
The USD/CHF pair climbed to 1-1/2 month tops during the early European session on Friday and was now seen extending the momentum further beyond the 0.
IEA sees first drop in global oil demand
Global oil demand will drop this quarter for the first time in more than a decade as the coronavirus batters China's economy, the International Energy Agency said. The new estimates show that oil markets face a significant surplus despite the latest production cuts by OPEC and its partners. Crude already sank to a one-year low below $50 a barrel last week, and the impact of the epidemic will be felt throughout the year, the agency said. "Demand has been hit hard by the novel coronavirus and the widespread shutdown of China's economy," the Paris-based IEA said. "The crisis is ongoing and at this stage it is hard to be precise about the impact.
South Scotland MSP calls for government crunch talks on the state of Ayrshire transport
Brian Whittle has called on the Scottish Government to get serious about improving the area’s road and rail links.
India, Portugal ink seven pacts after Modi-Sousa talks
The pacts provide for cooperation in areas of investment, transport, ports, culture and industrial and intellectual property rights
Trains in the newly electrified Thanjavur-Tiruvarur broad gauge section can now operate
The Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS), Southern Circle, Bengaluru, has given statutory clearance for passenger and freight train services on this section
The ABCs Of The California Gig Worker Ruling
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Coronavirus-hit Hong Kong says 'I love you' with face masks, not flowers
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Pluralsight: Playing The Value Game
Shares of Pluralsight plummeted nearly 10% after reporting fourth-quarter results, despite beating Wall Street estimates on the top and bottom line.Investors mulled an in-line revenue guidance for FY2
German economy flatlines as eurozone growth hits seven-year low
Germany's economy is stagnating as a slowdown in spending and exports wiped out growth in the fourth quarter of 2019 with GDP unchanged.
Alstom executive investigated over Italian train crash
ROME (Reuters) - Italian prosecutors have placed a senior executive of engineering group Alstom under investigation after a deadly high-speed train derailment in the northern Italian region of Lodi last week.
Exports contract for sixth straight month, trade deficit shoots up
While imports contracted by 0.7 per cent, the rate of fall was significantly lower than the 8.9 per cent contraction in inbound trade seen in December
EUR/USD: Love is in the bearish air
EUR/USD has been extending its losses, trading at the lowest since April 2017. Yohay Elam, an analyst at FXStreet analyzes the technical perspective o
IRS Backs Off Fortnite Gaming Currency As Reportable Income
The IRS has deleted a part of its website regarding the taxation of video game currency, perplexing gamers and others as to the question of taxing virtual cash.
Enterprise Ireland ranked second globally for VC deal count
State agency backed 200 early-stage companies last year with about 1,500 in its portfolio
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If you’re bringing an old car to the dealership as part of your negotiations for a new set of wheels, your job is to squeeze every possible dollar out of the vehicle you’re trading in
Renault sales and earnings drop in tough market
France's Renault saw its sales and earnings drop last year and says 2020 will be tough due to the need for investment in new technologies just as the market is shrinking.
Promote culture of love for peaceful co-existence in Nigeria- CAN
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Edelweiss Q3 profit drops 93% to Rs 17 crore; debt-to-equity ratio improves
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Ramaphosa sees renewables as answer to Eskom’s woes
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Lufthansa cancels China flights through to late March
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Upstream oil and gas company PT Pertamina Hulu Energi (PHE) Offshore Southeast Sumatra (OSES) plans to start oil and gas exploration in the Thousand Islands, north of Jakarta’s coast, next month.
Compass Group (LON:CPG) Price Target Raised to GBX 1,800
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Ag markets turn mostly lower Friday
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Forex reserves soar to record $473 b
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Rent-to-buy scheme aims to help breach the ‘deposit barrier’
New homes at reduced rents give first-time buyers a chance to get on the housing ladder
IND vs NZ: Ross Taylor Set to Become First Cricketer to Achieve Unique Milestone
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33 per cent of us have ended, or would end a relationship because of a partner's debt: Survey
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Zambia banks reap record profits from government debt
Stanbic posted a profit before tax and costs of 1.72bn kwacha last year.
Redskins Reportedly Make Decision On All-Pro Corner Josh Norman
The Washington Redskins will be moving on from Josh Norman, who signed a five-year deal with the team back in 2016.
AGR dues: Bharti Group to deposit ₹10,000 crore with DoT by February 20
Will pay balance dues by next date of hearing, says telecom major
EUR/CHF: SNB does not find love in prices – Rabobank
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Global spending on defense rose by 4% in 2019, the largest growth in 10 years, led by big increases in the U.S. and China, a study said Friday. The...
Triton International Limited's (TRTN) CEO Brian Sondey on Q4 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
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CREA reports home sales up 11.5 per cent compared with a year earlier
OTTAWA — The Canadian Real Estate Association says home sales rose 11.5 per cent in January compared with a year earlier to reach the highest sales figures for the month in 12 years, even as new listings remain constrained.
Taribo West, Emmanuel Babayaro join fight to tackle corruption
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SC orders telcos to clear dues by March 17, threatens contempt
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City road closure permits holding up rail work | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
The award of what is expected to be the largest public works contract in city history has been delayed in part because the city rail authority hasn’t been able to obtain city permits for work along the rail line, according to a consultant that is overseeing the rail project for the federal government.
Huawei accused of racketeering, trade secret theft in US
US prosecutors charge Huawei and its subsidiaries with an alleged racketeering conspiracy as well as conspiracy to steal trade secrets.
Brother of CAA violence victim files complaint against police
‘Aleem killed by bullet fired by Meerut policemen on Dec. 20’
Rupee slips 2 paise to 71.33 against US dollar in early trade
The rupee had settled at 71.31 against the US dollar on Thursday.
Compensation from Boeing over 737 MAX grounding key to SpiceJet operations
Incentives crucial for its survival as 737 MAX grounding stalls expansion plans
State-funded health agency and social services staff to strike
Trade unions Siptu and Fórsa serve notice for a 24-hour work stoppage on February 21st
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Ex-Nigeria stars West and Babayaro join fight to tackle graft
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7 U.S. Stocks to Buy on Coronavirus Weakness
As bad it is, the coronavirus is a short-term problem. It will pass, and when it does, these beaten-up stocks will rebound in a big way.
Microsoft says more than 25 percent of Office 365 licenses now sold through Microsoft 365
Microsoft has a multi-pronged plan to try to move customers of Windows, Office and enterprise mobility = security point products to its M365 bundle.
15-year-old Nigerian uses drip set, syringe and condemned lap battery to create an excavator
BBC News Africa in a documentary has unveiled one young kid from his corner in Nigeria making mindblowing inventions from materials that seem
Angioplasties shoot up due to price cap, says research on insurance claims
25,769 insurance claims under Vajpayee Arogyashree (now merged into Ayushman Bharat-Arogya Karnataka) from 69 private and seven public hospitals from February 2016 to February 2018.
DMart OFS: Non-retail quota subscribed 3.4 times
Radhakishan Damani and other promoters of Avenue Supermarts would be selling 2.28 per cent stake or 1.5 crore shares of the company in a Rs 3,500-crore deal.
Destiny 2 Xur location and items, Feb. 14-18
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Liverpool have tabled an offer for Kylian Mbappe, according to reports in Spain
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First images of the Mercedes W11 out on track!
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Digital Turbine Is Likely To Catch A Second Wind
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Plan to build home near Kilmarnock Park rejected by East Ayrshire Council
A number of objections have been lodged.
Pound-Australian Dollar Exchange Rate Forecast to Remain Supported
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Fire crews are investigating a two vehicle crash that left two pedestrian hurt.
Virat Kohli 'thrilled' with new RCB logo
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The USD/JPY pair extended its sideways consolidative price action through the mid-European session on Friday and remained confined in a narrow trading
Facing Years in Prison, the Worst Could Still Be Yet to Come for Michael Avenatti
Celebrity attorney Michael Avenatti has been found guilty on all counts against him in a case arising from his alleged shakedown of athletics apparel and sneaker giant Nike.
Glencore secures five-year deal to supply cobalt to Samsung SDI
(This Feb. 10 story corrects to change title of initiative in paragraph 6)
Govt must hear voices of protest: Montek Singh Ahluwalia on anti-CAA stir
He asserts that there is an urgent need to create an environment of social harmony
Day Trading Guide for February 14, 2020
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Milk crisis: State seeks T.N. help
Milma is eyeing a daily supply of one lakh litres from Tamil Nadu
Smart Speaker Market In The Q4, 2019. Amazon and Google Lead
The smart speaker market is still led by Google and Amazon due to the first-movers' advantages. Apple ranks sixth with its HomePod.
Shree Cement's Dec-quarter pre-tax profit up 2.8% at Rs 409 crore
PBT in Q3 of the last fiscal year stood at Rs 398.5 crore
Young minds to fuel the growth of the pharma sector
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South Australia won't have to Pyne for jobs
There will be no dearth of opportunities for Aussies, not least those fluent in French, writes Rowan Dean.
RBS profit surges, as bank's new CEO sets climate goal
Looking to the future, Rose said "climate, and the role we can play in accelerating the transition to a low carbon economy" was among her "initial areas of focus where we can make a substantial impact".
New Hyundai Creta launch on March 17
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Toyota Mobility Foundation launches City Architecture for Tomorrow Challenge with MDEC in Kuala Lumpur
The cities of today are evolving at a rapid rate, and with increases in population in them, this has placed significant pressure on infrastructure and
India's curbs on Malaysian palm imports disrupts global edible oil trade
Malaysia's latest palm export data revealed the impact of India's restrictions, with shipments to India in January falling 85% from a year earlier to 46,876 tonnes, the lowest since 2011
Meath badminton teams qualify
Meath teams were in action at the Leinster Badminton inter-county competition commenced last Sunday for Grade 3 and Grade 5.
Kering Turned Over Approximately $17.15 Billion USD in 2019
With Gucci contributing approximately $10.42 billion USD alone.
Amazon axes delivery partners in U.S.; hundreds of jobs cut
An Illinois company that rapidly expanded over the past two years to deliver packages for Amazon.com Inc. is shuttering operations in five states and letting go hundreds of drivers after failing to meet the e-commerce giant’s standards.
Analyzing The Safety Of Goodyear's 5.4% Yielding Dividend
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Adani Group, Airport Authority of India ink pacts for managing Ahmedabad and two other airports
Three subsidiaries of the group – Adani Ahmedabad International Airport Limited, Adani Lucknow International Airport Limited and Adani Mangaluru International Airport Limited – have signed concession agreements with the AAI.
The IRS won't ask you to report 'Fortnite' V-Bucks on tax returns
The agency's overall approach to in-game currency isn't clear, though.
Hey, XFL, your next franchises are watching with great interest in Ohio
If the XFL wants to have long-term success, then it needs to set up shop in these Ohio markets.
Mobile Phishing Campaign Uses over 200 Pages to Spoof Bank Sites
A phishing campaign focused on mobile banking used over 200 pages to impersonate legitimate websites for well-known banks in the U.S. and Canada.
GTBank, Zenith, Access, First bank, UBA get some Love on Valentine’s Day
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Rouble rate is important factor in Russia's position on OPEC+ deal – Reuters
Russian oil companies are worried about the risk of a higher rouble rate due to the planned sales of Sberbank, Reuters reported on Friday, citing a so
Aircel-Maxis cases: ED, CBI file status report of investigation
The Enforcement Directorate and the CBI filed a status report of their investigation into Aircel-Maxis cases before a Delhi court on Friday.
Hong Kong unveils cash handouts as virus deepens economic woes
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam says the government will dip into its financial reserves – some of the world's healthiest – to give cash subsidies to sectors hit hardest by the crisis
Wolves manager Nuno Santo opens up on his contract situation at Molineux
The Wolves boss is relaxed about his future but says talks have not started over a new deal.The Wolves boss is relaxed about his future but says talks have not started over a new deal.
Don't Expect The Valve Index To Come To Australia
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Best cheap phones 2020: top budget mobiles in India
We have listed some of the best smartphones with latest hardware available at reasonable prices.
Alfa Romeo flying around the Fiorano test circuit with a special livery
Alfa Romeo will present their new car and livery on Monday but this morning Kimi Raikkonen has been spotted driving around the Fiorano test circuit. The team are using a camouflage livery, however, it cannot hide everything.
Asian market helps Manulife and Sun Life in latest quarters
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'Exceptional Leader': HM Amit Shah Pays Tribute To Sushma Swaraj On Her Birth Anniversary
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday paid his tribute to late former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on the day of her birth anniversary.
Shore Capital Reaffirms Buy Rating for Frontier Developments (LON:FDEV)
Shore Capital restated their buy rating on shares of Frontier Developments (LON:FDEV) in a research note published on Tuesday, Digital Look reports. Other analysts also recently issued research reports about the stock. Citigroup reissued a buy rating on shares of Frontier Developments in a report on Tuesday. Berenberg Bank reissued a buy rating and set […]
Biz EOD: No relief for telcos in AGR row; WPI inflation worst in 8 months; CCI defends probe against Amazon
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OKEx Expands Into India’s Crypto Market via Partnership With Local Exchange
Despite the ongoing uncertainty toward crypto regulation in India, major global crypto exchange OKEx has just made another push in the country’s market.
German economy stagnates as eurozone records weakest growth in seven years
Germany and the eurozone also face the possibility of disrupted trade with Britain, which left the EU on January 31
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Springboks v Saracens unlikely to happen - report
The reported match between the Springboks and English club Saracens looks unlikely to go ahead.
Why “De-growth” Shouldn’t Scare Businesses
There’s opportunity in an economy that produces and consumes less.
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In this market, winners have run and losers have stayed stuck. These big stock charts focus on three names in between.
Ex-Barca Boss Prefers Australia To EPL
Former FC Barcelona manager Ernesto Valverde has been strongly linked with a move to the Premier League, but the 56-year-old has surprisingly revealed that he has other plans for his future.
Lumber Is Quietly Rising
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Standard Life Aberdeen boss Keith Skeoch confirmed as new chair of Investment Association
Standard Life Aberdeen chief executive Keith Skeoch has been appointed as the new chairman of the Investment Association (IA), whose members manage some £7.7 trillion of assets.
Can you carry meat on board Bangalore Metro? BMRCL clarifies
Among the items that are prohibited in the metro include sharp objects, guns and firearms, tools, explosive materials, flammable items, disabling chemicals and pets.
Four changes for Meath hurlers
Meath manager Nick Weir has made four changes from the side that edged out Wicklow in Pairc Tailteann last time out for Saturday's NHL Div 2A home clash with Kerry in Trim at 2pm.
XRP Outperforms Top 5 Cryptos, Unfazed by BitMEX Crash
The price of XRP recovered remarkably after the BitMEX crash, which led to heavy liquidations. Now, XRP is the best-performing coin among the leading 5
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In a shocking incident, the two wheeler of a village revenue officer (VRO) was burnt down by unidentified persons. The incident took place at Hanuman Nagar Tanda in the week hours of Friday. According
Abercrombie & Fitch's Restructuring Is Attractive At The Current Price
While searching stocks in the US retail sector, we detected Abercrombie & Fitch fulfills many requirements to increase chances of a successful turnaround.One of them is the clear net cash position, wh
Google takes down 24 malware apps from Play store
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Amazon stalls Microsoft’s $10B ‘war cloud’ contract with the US gov
A federal judge has made Amazon pretty happy by placing a temporary injunction on the $10 billion JEDI deal awarded to Microsoft in October.
What's Next For U.K. Car Manufacturing After Brexit?
A major plank of the economic argument to remain in the EU was that the U.K.'s highly integrated supply chains with the EU for industries like automotive and aerospace would be catastrophically impact
BCCI Anti Corruption Unit chief Ajit Singh hoping to interrogate alleged bookie Sanjeev Chawla
The match-fixing scandal rocked Indian cricket in 2000.
Bahamian Central Bank to Roll Out Digital Currency in H2 2020
The Bahamas’ Central Bank governor yesterday confirmed that a digital currency will be rolled out by the second half of 2020.
Huawei gets another reprieve from the Commerce Department
Huawei has been under a lot of trouble ever since the company was banned by the United States government from doing business US-based companies.
MSME in Tamil Nadu | An up-close view
Tamil Nadu continues to be a vibrant industrial State, with a large base of big factories and small units. The State has an estimated seven lakh registered micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME),
Tax reform, policy uncertainties to cause oil drop in Nigeria, WoodMac warns
A new report by consultancy firm, Wood Mackenzie, has disclosed that Nigeria’s crucial energy sector could experience a 35% decline in oil output.
Tesco rapped for ‘unlawfully’ blocking competition
Twenty three of the company’s 5,354 leases stopped competitors opening stores nearby, the competition watchdog found.
Eveready's Dec-quarter pre-tax profit jumps on asset sale to Rs 110 crore
The pre-tax profit, adjusted against the one-time land sale and separation costs, remained flat at Rs 21.20 crore
Biggest Family Offices Get Direct Access to Trading Desks
Family offices with assets of at least $1 billion are increasingly bypassing private bankers to deal directly with investment bank trading desks, a Citigroup Inc. executive said.
Could Micron Stock Run Up to Its 20-Year-Old High Near $97?
MU stock is trying to repeat the breakout it had in 2017. If so, there could be enough upside potential to possibly break a 20-year-old high.
Hana Financial signs W77b deal to acquire The-K Non-Life
Hana Financial Group said Friday it had inked a sales and purchase agreement with the Korea Teachers’ Credit Union to buy a 70 percent stake in The-K Non-Life Insurance for 77 billion won ($65.1 million). This is the first acquisition deal for Korea’s third-largest banking group since the takeover of Korea Exchange Bank in 2013. The-K Non-Life will become the 14th affiliate and second insurer arm t...
Whenever my husband and I talk about investing, we fight. How can we get on the same path?
He has almost $100,000 invested in a high interest savings account which I don’t think is an efficient strategy
Consulting firms lead recruitment at IIMB
Made 147 offers; overall, 428 students got 518 offers
Mike Ashley's Frasers Group joins calls for business rates reform
Mike Ashley's Frasers Group has said that with the British high street on "life support" the Treasury must take action on business rates reform.
Kehlani Shares Double "All Me/Change Your Life" Visual
Starting off the new year strong.
Corporate diversity: Amazon
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After SC's warning, govt orders telcos to clear dues by 11.59 pm tonight
After Supreme Court threatened contempt proceedings against top executives of of Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea and other telecom firms, the telecom department on Friday began issuing orders, asking firms to clear past dues immediately. The government has also asked telecom companies to pay their dues by 11.59 pm tonight
Warren Buffett loses $1 billion in 2 days after Kraft Heinz disappoints again
Warren Buffett took a $1 billion loss as Kraft Heinz stock plunged 11% in two days. Berkshire Hathaway's 27% stake in the food giant shrank in v...
Apple Reopens Beijing Stores With Limited Hours, Temperature Checks [Video]
Apple reopened its five stores in Beijing today.
Africa's wealthiest man, Aliko Dangote, acquires additional shares worth $3.99 million in his Cement business
Africa's wealthiest man, Aliko Dangote, has acquired additional shares worth $3.99 million (N1.45 billion) in his publicly-listed company, Dangote Cement.
ONGC's Dec-quarter PBT halves to Rs 5,998 cr on fall in oil, gas prices
Standalone net profit in the period at Rs 4,152 crore was 49.8 per cent lower than Rs 8,263 crore net profit in the same period of the previous fiscal year
Bloomberg woos black vote in Democratic race
Former Mayor rallies supporters in Texas
BPCL seeks Assam govt’s stand on buying its stake in Numaligarh Refinery
The board of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) has decided to initiate the process of selling its 61.65 per cent stake in subsidiary Numaligarh Refinery Ltd (NRL) amidst indications that the Ass
Portuguese president to arrive in Goa on two-day visit
Mr. Sousa will sign an MoU on water management and sewerage
Tesco illegally stopped landlords renting out sites near its stores to rivals, a watchdog found
It blocked rivals from opening stores in 23 locations across the UK - including one in Wales
Facebook’s Zuckerberg wants ‘new framework’ for digital tax
Paris, France | AFP | Facebook founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Friday backed moves by the OECD group of free-market economies to reform the way online giants are taxed worldwide, even if that means companies like his own paying more to national governments. “We also want tax reform and I’m glad the OECD is looking …
Rental price indexes: January 2020
The rental price indexes measure the changes in prices that households pay for housing rentals.
How Apple Got It Wrong by Not Paying Retail Employees for the Time They're Being Searched
The court weighed in on a bad policy and a worse defense.
Johor MB: Purchase of new Toyota Camry for excos made after assessment by PWD
MUAR, Feb 14 — The recent purchase of new Toyota Camry cars for Johor executive council members was made after assessment by the Public Works Department (JKR), said Mentri Besar Datuk Dr Sahruddin Jamal. He said the state government had bought 15 Toyota Camry cars to replace the...
Scindia Will Also Hit Streets With You: Jyotiraditya Scindia's Promise If MP Govt Defaults
Congress leader Jyotiraditya Scindia on Thursday assured to regularise guest teachers Tikamgarh, Madhya Pradesh, stating that he will be their 'shield & sword'
The Realme X50 Pro 5G will have the best fast charge on the market
The Realme X50 Pro 5G will have the best fast charge on the market. The Realme X50 Pro 5G will be charged at 65 W of power.
Stock investors say Ramaphosa’s speech was too light on details
Market participants will look for answers in the budget speech.
Badminton Asia Team C’ships: India bounce back from the brink to beat Thailand and reach semi-final
After top shuttlers Kidambi Srikanth and B Sai Praneeth lost their first two singles ties, India fought back to win the next three ties in the quarter-finals.
Lewis Hamilton 'not feeling any pressure' as Mercedes unveil new car
The British driver is this year bidding to equal Michael Schumacher's record.
Bitcoin Mining Stock Surges as Chinese Economy Falters
The economic fallout from the Coronavirus is starting to be felt across the world. China’s economy has been the hardest hit but contrary to wider market
Shock Video: Man in Hazmat Gear Barges Into Chinese Office, Douses Everything in Chemical Spray
Office workers stay frozen in place as man marches through their workspace
Numsa vows to appeal after court rejects bid to block SAA job cuts
An application by two trade unions to block job cuts at struggling state-owned airline SAA was rejected by the country's labour court.
Pasig City partners with ARTA for first-ever LGU anti-red tape unit
The Pasig City government was the first local government unit (LGU) to forge a partnership with the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) for the creation of a specialized unit against bureaucratic red tape.
Elon Musk Agrees Tesla Model 3's Australian Price Seems High
The Model 3 was supposed to be Tesla's budget option for electric vehicle-fans but import fees and taxes meant that for Australians, it was far from that. In a strange omission, it seems Elon Musk agrees it's a bit high too....
Quantic Dreams moves into self-publishing, suggests more PC releases
The studio behind several PlayStation exclusive games, up until very recently, has said that they will be making a push to release games on more than one platform.
CannTrust names new CEO
CannTrust Holdings Inc. says it has appointed its chief financial officer, Greg Guyatt, to be its CEO as the company works to come back from the fallout of its operation of unlicensed grow rooms.
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Irish judge says Google’s €2.4bn fine is ‘a small amount of cash’
Colm Mac Eochaidh remarks made at appeal hearing at General Court in Luxembourg
Common portal for health insurance claim settlements on the cards
Regulator aims to usher time-bound settlement of claims and eliminate disparity in charges among different for some common procedures
COBOL stays top of mind for businesses in 2020
Study finds over half of organizations plan to improve existing COBOL systems this year.
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AGR case: DoT withdraws 'no-coercive order' against telcos after SC slams dept
Lambasting DoT for issuing circular, SC bench head by Justice Arun Mishra dismisses review petition saying there's "no stay" on coercive action against telcos who'll fail to comply with SC order
When to Stay or Walk Away: Your Guide to Navigating Business Development
Follow these 4 guidelines, and keep your head in the game of business development.
So you want to buy an election?
A short list of things Mike Bloomberg could buy with his campaign money that would improve his election prospects
World ATM Congress 2020: FABEC OPS Theatre hosts operations experts from around the world
FABEC OPS Theatre returns to World ATM Congress 2020 with a bold agenda centred on new operational concepts including urban air mobility, dynamic airspace configuration, initial Trajectory-Based Operations (iTBO), data sharing, resilience management, interdependencies of ATM performance, understanding delay, and the value of forecasts. The presentations, chosen from more than 50 requests received from five continents, provide valuable insight into new systems entering the market. Speakers will share their experiences and exchange views with industry experts in an international forum
Overwhelming response to Invest Karnataka-Hubballi Conference
As many as 51 memorandums of understanding signed; Rajesh Exports plans to invest ₹ 50,000 crore to manufacture electric vehicles and lithium cells and batteries
FG transfers oil assets, OML 98, from PanOcean to NPDC
The Federal Government, Friday, transferred ownership of Oil Mining Lease, OML, 98 to the Nigerian Petroleum Development Company, NPDC
Frontline CEO Robert Hvide Macleod On Crude Tanker Markets (Podcast Transcript)
As part of the Virtual Tanker Forum, Value Investor's Edge Live hosted Robert Hvide Macleod, CEO of Frontline.Macleod discussed the dynamics of the crude tanker markets, their scrubber installation pr
How A Malaysian Man Livestreams To Pay For His Sick Wife's Monthly RM9,000 Medications
Because her illness is so rare, the medication is not subsidised in Malaysia.
Train derails in Penn Station tunnel, causing delays for rush-hour commuters
A work train derailed in a Pennsylvania Station tunnel, causing mass delays for rush hour commuters Friday morning.
"The people in the suits, in the expensive boardrooms, are nerds now"
At the Yorkshire Games Festival, Mike Bithell discussed John Wick Hex as part of a positive shift in the way movie licenses are handled
EUR/USD New York Price Forecast: Euro off 34-month lows post-US Retail Sales
EUR/USD is trading in a weak bear trend below the main daily simple moving averages (SMAs) as the quote is bouncing off 34-month lows. The US Retail Sales Cont
MTNL Q3 loss widens to Rs 1065 crore, revenue dips 14% to Rs 624 crore
Employees cost of MTNL during the reported period stood at Rs 755.48 crore
Kobe Bryant: Investigation reveals how pilot was distracted during flight
Ara Zobayan, the pilot of the Sikorsky S-76B helicopter that crashed on January 26 in Calabasas, killing Basketball Legend, Kobe Bryant; his daughter, Gianna and seven others was distracted while o...
Boston Dynamics' Robot Dog Spot Will Soon Start Working on Oil Rigs
Spot, Boston Dynamics' robot dog, is going to begin work on Aker BP's Skarv oil rig. As an attempt to move away from the dangerous roles on oil rigs, the companies are working together to find a safe solution.
Turkey ready to work on CPEC projects, says President Erdogan alongside PM Imran
Calls for increasing bilateral trade between the two countries to $1 billion, before bringing it up to $5 billion.
India’s Antitrust Investigation Into Amazon, Flipkart On Hold
eCommerce News: The Bengaluru court in India put the CCI antitrust investigation into Amazon and Flipkart on hold for two months following a challenge by Amazon.
As quarantine nears end, clearing coronavirus-hit ship is daunting task for Japan
With thousands to be tested before the quarantine ends on Wednesday, the outgunned health ministry is mum about the idea of an extension.
Paris-based Qwarry snags €2 million to boost its cookie-free adtech solution
French startup Qwarry, specializing in advertising targeting, has raised €2 million from Normandie Participations, West Web Valley, Apicap and Crédit Agricole Innove in Normandy.
Ex-CS Echesa quizzed over Sh40 billion fake military tender -
Former CS allegedly paid Sh11.5m initial ‘consultancy’ fee by Polish company.
Play the Bleeding Edge closed beta and bonus skins
The Bleeding Edge closed beta is set to take place this weekend and is open to those who've pre-ordered the game or who subscribe to Xbox Game Pass.
India-spec Volkswagen Tiguan AllSpace details revealed
The 7-seater Tiguan AllSpace is set to launch in the coming months. Click here to see what features the VW SUV offers.
Renault sales and earnings drop in tough market
PARIS (AP) — France's Renault saw its sales and earnings drop last year and says 2020 will be tough due to the need for investment in new technologies just as the market is shrinking.The company said Friday that it sold 3.8 million vehicles last year, down 3.4%, with revenue dropping about the same rate to 55.5 billion euros ($60 billion).That almost wiped out its net earnings, which amounted to just 19 million euros last year compared with 3.4 billion euros a year earlier.Interim chief Clotilde Delbos said "the visibility for 2020 is limited due to an expected volatility in the market.
Air India sale expected in first half of next fiscal: DIPAM Secretary
The deadline for submitting the EoI is March 17
'Half-Life: Alyx' Gets an Official Release Date
Coming to Steam very soon.
Canada: Housing market is back – NBF
Economists at the National Bank of Canada Financial markets summarize the situation of the Canadian housing market which has recovered since a year ag
The Highly Accurate Ethereum Golden Cross is Forming, Is a Major Rally Incoming?
Ethereum's stellar performance of late has seen it gain 113% in the six weeks since the start of the year. This achievement reversed a six-month downtrend
Traders suspend imports from China
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Traders who import most of their goods from China say they have been unable to send money for goods or fly to China as most factories supplying them are closed due to the outbreak of the coronavirus. This will likely have an impact on the prices of most of the …
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Brendan O'Connor to permanently take over RTÉ's Marian Finucane slot
The Cork native will take over the 11am-1pm weekend slot from mid-March
CBOT Trends - Wheat up 3-5 cents, corn mixed, soy steady-down 2 cents
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USD/CAD slides to 2-week lows, further below mid-1.3200s
The USD/CAD pair maintained its offered tone through the early North-American session and dropped to fresh two-week lows, around the 1.3235 region in
Risks Remain, but Amarin Stock Is a Buy at Today’s Prices
With the competition floundering, Amarin stock could soar if Vascepa lives up to expectations. There's plenty of upside left on the table.
Macy's: Closing Stores Is Only One Piece Of The Puzzle
M is closing 125 stores and cutting 2,000 corporate jobs.Cutting corporate costs is only the first step.M must get more throughput from remaining stores and rapidly grow online sales.Until it arrests
As Boeing jets sit idle, Airbus can’t make planes fast enough
The troubles plaguing Boeing after the yearlong grounding of its 737 Max plane have created an unusual opening for its chief rival, Airbus, to swoop in and grab business. There’s just one hitch: Airbus is in no position to benefit.
GRAINS-U.S. soybeans stay firm as market awaits return of Chinese buying
* Soybeans set for second weekly gain in a row* Market expects Chinese demand as trade deal takes effect* Wheat, corn also steady as virus concerns abate (Updates with European trading, changes)By Gus Trompiz and Naveen ThukralPARIS/SINGAPORE, Feb 14 (Reuters) - Chicago soybean futures edged higher on Friday to stay on course for a second week of gains on expectations that China will step up purchases of U.S. crop.Corn and wheat also ticked up but were heading for a weekly fall as large global supplies offset support from steady export demand.
Dimitar Berbatov sends message to Jadon Sancho amid Man Utd, Liverpool and Chelsea transfer links
The England international is expected to leave Borussia Dortmund this summer and is understood to be attracting the interest of several of Europe's top clubs
Coronavirus kills nearly 1,400 in China so far, 64,000 affected
The epidemic, which surfaced in a Chinese seafood and poultry market in December last year, has spread to 24 countries, forcing the World Health Organization to declare the situation a global health emergency.
The IMF will Present the Results of its Regular Mission to Bulgaria
The International Monetary Fund will present the results of its regular mission to Bulgaria. Experts have been in the country since February 4, and traditionally, they have had a number of meetings with government representatives, BNB, business and non-governmental organizations.
CBDT backs PM Modi's claim; says only 2,200 professionals declared income above Rs 1 crore in FY19
PM Modi drew flak for his comments recently only 2,200 professionals declared income above Rs 1 crore per annum but CBDT has clarified that it's true
Jefferies Financial Group Analysts Give Delivery Hero (ETR:DHER) a €75.00 Price Target
Jefferies Financial Group set a €75.00 ($87.21) target price on Delivery Hero (ETR:DHER) in a report released on Tuesday, Borsen Zeitung reports. The firm currently has a buy rating on the stock. Several other research firms have also recently issued reports on DHER. Kepler Capital Markets set a €63.60 ($73.95) target price on Delivery Hero […]
Meet Julian Nagelsmann, the manager your club wants to hire
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How to Mend a Work Relationship
Three ways to rebound after a conflict.
Canopy Growth says more cost cuts coming as it reports $124M loss
Canopy Growth Corp. is planning further cost cutting as it works to achieve positive cash flow and profitability, the cannabis producer's new chief executive said Friday as it reported a $124.17-million loss in its third quarter of 2020.
GBP/EUR Update - Cabinet Reshuffle - CityAM
Reports over the weekend of tensions rising between the UK and the EU over trade negotiations meant that the pound got off to a shaky start this week.
EastEnders' Lorraine Stanley 'wins' at Valentine's Day as she shares cheeky card for her partner
Lorraine posted the card on her Instagram
XFL picks, predictions against spread for Week 2: Defenders rip Guardians, Renegades rebound vs. Wildcats
In Sporting News' XFL picks against the spread for Week 2, the Renegades rebound from a tough season-opening loss and the Defenders easily cover against the Guardians for our game of the week.
3 months without mailboxes
After thefts from the mailbox at a West Kelowna mobile home park last year, the more than 100 residents have been forced to drive to Kelowna to get their mail for the past three months – with no solution in sight.
RBS to slash investment bank, rebrand as NatWest
Royal Bank of Scotland’s new chief executive Alison Rose unveiled a new strategy for the taxpayer-backed bank on Friday, including radically cutting back the size of its loss-making investment bank and renaming the company NatWest, Reuters reports. Rose, the first woman to lead one of Britain’s major banks, is hoping a rebrand will help shift…
SpiceJet shares climb nearly 6% after Q3 results
In the 2018 December quarter, the carrier recorded a profit of Rs 55 crore.
Southwest's premium business card is offering a record-high welcome bonus of up to 100,000 points, but it won't last long
100,000 points leaves you just 25,000 points shy of qualifying for the Companion Pass. This offer is only available for a limited time, so don't wait.
Manchester United target James Maddison wants Old Trafford move in the summer
He will be VERY expensive
Oil: St. Valentine brings affection – TDS
There are some risks to be dealing with it yet but energy markets are taking a relaxed St. Valentine’s day, according to analysts at TD Securities. Br
USD/CNH: Side-line trade expected to persist – UOB
There is still scope for USD/CNH to extend the current consolidation in the next weeks, according to FX Strategists at UOB Group. Key Quotes 24-hour v
Alviva shares crash 25% as ICT distribution comes up short
Shares in technology distribution group Alviva Holdings tumbled more than 25% in intraday trading in Johannesburg on Friday after it shocked investors with a profit warning.
Tesla Sold Shares at Steepest Discount It’s Ever Given Investors
Tesla Inc. investors who got in on Thursday’s share sale received the steepest discount the electric-car maker has offered in its 10-year history as a public company.
iQOO 3 with Snapdragon 865 chipset, 5G connectivity will debut in India on February 25
The Snapdragon 865-powered iQOO 3 5G will debut in India on February 25. It is also slated to be launched in China on the very same day.
Washington Extends US Companies’ Cooperation With Huawei for Another 45 Days
Washington formally blacklisted Huawei in May 2019, but the Treasury has since repeatedly prolonged licences allowing US companies to do some business with the Chinese tech giant.
SocGen invests in life assurance startup that offers cheaper premiums for fitness band wearers
Societe Generale has invested EUR1.1 million in a Czech online life assurance startup that offers discounts on premiums in return for a healthy lifestyle.
Telecom dept orders telcos to clear dues by February 14 midnight
Bharti Airtel offered the Department of Telecom to pay ₹10,000 crore by February 20.
Boeing to extend labor contract with engineer's union by four years
U.S. planemaker Boeing Co said it has agreed to a tentative deal with its engineers' union to extend its labor contract by another four years.
BREAKING! Mercedes F1 unveil Lewis Hamilton's W11!
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RBS profit surges, as bank’s new CEO sets climate goal
LONDON, Feb 14 — Royal Bank of Scotland today said its net profit almost doubled last year to £3.1 billion, as new chief executive Alison Rose placed climate at the top of her agenda. Rose said in the earnings statement that she planned also to roughly halve the size of the Edinburgh-based...
US’ 4th extension shows Huawei’s strength: industry insiders
The US Department of Commerce announced on Thursday that it was issuing a 45-day extension allowing US companies to continue doing business with Chinese telecoms giant Huawei Technologies Co. It is the fourth such extension by the US.
Museveni lauds Vision Group on Harvest Money expo
I applaud the Vision Group for bringing us together to learn and showcase different products and available resources and technologies for us to advance the agricultural...
UD cuts pace of budget growth by $10 million, searches for new savings
— University of Dayton leaders say the school remains strong, but it needs to be nimble in facing demographic and population challenges that impact universities in Ohio and beyond.
Etihad Airways launches TravelPass, an innovative subscription-based travel solution
ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – Etihad Airways has announced a partnership with Norwegian technology developer Braathens IT, to develop TravelPass, an innovative travel solution initially aimed at corporate and frequent travellers which will launch later this year. The new TravelPass technology provides a subscription-based travel solution, allowing Etihad to offer its frequent guests complete flexibility and ease with their regular and recurring travel arrangements. Customers can purchase a TravelPass for a set number of trips or a particular travel period
Lenovo Are Making Gaming Phones Now
Lenovo, a company more renowned for their business laptops, have been trying to branch into the gaming market for a couple of years. Now, a teaser on Weibo has unveiled plans for a Lenovo Legion gaming phone....
Watch: Kinneret on the Boardwalk
The rains have raised the Kinneret high enough to splash onto the Tiberias boardwalk - for the first time since 1992.
Latest Gmail for iOS Update Will Let Users Add Attachments from Files App
Great news, Gmail for iOS users. A new update for iPhone and iPad will let you add attachments to your email straight from the Files app.
Mobile BNZ Brings Banking And Low Interest Loans To Northland
BNZ Chief Customer Officer, Paul Carter, says, “Mobile BNZ ensures our customers in Northland will have the opportunity to have a quality face-to-face conversation with one of our people.
Direct flights to Turkish occupied Cyprus possible after a resolution of Cyprus issue
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This is how much Sunderland council tax is going to rise by
“Raising council tax is one of those difficult decisions, if we don’t raise it we will need to cut services further"
New Political Poll Shows National Scraping Into Power And NZ First Out Of Parliament
The first 1 News Colmar Brunton poll of the year shows National just scraping in to power and New Zealand First out of Parliament.
Flywire Buys Simplee to Tap into Healthcare Payments, Raises $120M
Flywire announced on Thursday its acquisition of Simplee, a healthcare technology platform, aiming to enter the medical payments arena.
Crown and Moriori sign a Deed of Settlement - Andrew Little
A Deed of Settlement agreeing redress for historical Treaty claims has been signed by the Crown and Moriori at KÅpinga Marae on RÄkohu (Chatham Islands) today, Minister for Treaty of Waitangi Negotiations Andrew Little has announced.
Dieselgate: VW offers to pay €830m, but talks break down
Volkswagen is facing significant costs five years after its dieselgate scandal after compensation talks collapsed in Germany's largest collective lawsuit.
Play the Contrarian And Buy the Dip in Under Armour Stock
UAA stock plunged on awful fourth quarter numbers from the athletic apparel maker, but the sell-off feels overdone.
Too rich to bribe: Diack tells court in Russian doping graft
The trial is now set to start in June.
It's how to hit climate targets that matters
Business has taken the lead in propelling Australia towards net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Here's Why Everyone Should Be Rooting for Shopify
Shareholder or not, a new e-commerce movement is great for small businesses around the globe.
Andrea Orcel suffers defeat in criminal complaint against Santander
Ex-UBS banker is pursuing a civil case against the Spanish bank for alleged breach of contract
Bursa Malaysia ends higher on news of stimulus package
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — Bursa Malaysia ended higher today as market sentiment was lifted following news that the government will unveil an economic stimulus package to address the Covid-19 outbreak on February 27. At 5pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) rose 5.30 points to its intraday...
Chelsea could sell loanee to Serie A club in £12m transfer
Chelsea could sell loanee to Serie A club in £12m transfer
Rumour: PS5's Price Could Be High After Sony Struggles with Expensive Components
Flash memory in high demand
Positive Earnings Look as If They’re Already Priced in to Teva Stock
Teva stock rose 9% after a positive earnings report. But after $3 billion in cost-cutting, investors may be looking for additional revenue.
CSC offers advice to exam takers
THE Civil Service Commission (CSC) announced that the Career Service Examination – Pen and Paper Test (CES-PPT) scheduled on March 15 will push through but advised takers who exhibit flu-like symptoms to skip the exams.
FOMC minutes unlikely to include new revelations on near-term outlook – TD Securities
"The minutes are unlikely to include any major new revelations on the near-term outlook relative to what was said in the press briefing and this week'
10 things you need to know before the opening bell
This is what traders are talking about.
5 Ways to Prepare for a Recession
We don't know when the next downturn will hit, but we do know when to prepare for it.
Coronavirus outbreak: SpiceJet suspends Delhi-Hong Kong flights from Feb 16-29
The flights from Delhi to Hong Kong in China have been suspended from February 16-29. IndiGo and Air India have already suspended all their flights between India and China.
Ready to give up forest portfolio if CM wants me to: Anand Singh
Of the 15 cases against me, 12 have been stayed and three are under trial, says the Minister
Vietnam turns away cruise ship over coronavirus fears
Vietnam has turned away a German owned cruise ship with more than 1,000 passengers on board over fears of coronavirus infections on board,
Sponsored: Why join an interest list?
Why do people join a new-home community’s interest list? Access to builders, potential savings when you buy and much more.
Gormley: Co-op refinery labour challenges the rule of law
Unifor’s 315,000 Canadian members have been no match for Western Canada’s two million Co-op members.
Bengaluru to get daily non-stop flight to US from October
The airliner's Boeing 787 aircraft will take around 17 hours to complete the trip
30.96 lakh to appear for CBSE 10th, 12th exams, fewer than last year
CBSE exams 2020: There are 7,88,195 girls, 11,01,664 boys and 19 transgenders in class 10 and 5,22,819 girls, 6,84,068 boys and six transgenders in class 12 exams
Exports decline by 1.66% year-on-year to $25.97 billion in January
Imports too declined by 0.75 per cent USD 41.14 billion, leaving a trade deficit of USD 15.17 billion during the month under review
Facebook - This Cash Machine Keeps On Spitting Out Money
Facebook's cash (and cash equivalents) balance keeps on increasing, exceeding the $50Bn mark (~$55Bn at year end 2020). This is fuelled by strong annual operating cash flow, which has now surpassed th
First French nationals repatriated over coronavirus end quarantine
MARSEILLE, France (Reuters) - The first group of French nationals repatriated from China due to the coronavirus outbreak returned to the outside world on Friday after two weeks in quarantine.
Tesla plans second stock offering to raise more than $2B
Feb. 14 (UPI) -- Electric automaker Tesla says it will make a secondary stock offer in a bid to raise more than $2 billion to shore up its balance sheet -- less than two weeks after boss Elon Musk said it "didn't make sense" to raise more money.
Windows 10: the latest update removes files from desktop and profiles
Windows 10: the latest update removes files from desktop and profiles. Microsoft claims to be "aware of the problem and investigate the situation".
AAP threatens to cut power supply to Punjab CM’s residence
Party seeks cancellation of power purchase pact with firms
Govt willing to do more beyond Budget to boost growth: Nirmala Sitharaman
Sitharaman said that if required, the government would take more steps beyond Budget announcements.
European Tour postpones two tournaments due to coronavirus
Golf events scheduled for Kuala Lumpur and China in April have been postponed, though it is hoped they can still be staged in 2020.
Kuala Lumpur and Shenzhen events postponed due to coronavirus outbreak
(Reuters) - The Maybank Championship to be held in Kuala Lumpur and the Volvo China Open in Shenzhen that were both scheduled for April have been postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak, the European Tour announced on Friday.
US Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation Might Establish Consortium to Deal with DLT Security Risks
The US Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation (DTCC), a major post-trade financial services firm offering clearing and settlement services to large capital m
IND vs NZ | Prepared to bat anywhere, reveals Hanuma Vihari
Hanuma Vihari on Friday revealed that he is well-prepared to bat anywhere in the pecking order against New Zealand in the First Test of the two-Test series. The right-hander also revealed that the conditions in the New Zealand A game were surprising as there was extra bounce in the wicket.
SC lifts ban on construction activities in Delhi- NCR
The ban was imposed in the wake of high levels of pollution .The order was passed while hearing several matters related to pollution in Delhi-NCR
Coronavirus: Indonesia to screen ships seeking to dock from China
Every vessel from China and its crew members will be screened while the ship is still on the waters, or before it seeks to dock at the country's ports.
Food delivery company MatHem raises €47.5 million to continue expanding across Sweden
Swedish online grocer MatHem has raised 500 million SEK, or €47.5 million, to develop a new environmentally certified warehouse in Larsboda and to continue expanding its retail delivery business. The company delivers groceries and small household items and, after ten years in business, has served over half of Swedish households. MatHem’s investors span several sectors. […]
Virus fears send Wall Street down after UK finance minister quits
China has been praised by the World Health Organization (WHO) for its transparent handling of the outbreak.
Rand firmer after Ramaphosa’s speech
The rand was subdued following the delay caused by the EFF.
EOBI increases pension money from Rs 5250 to Rs 8500 per month
EOBI increases pension money from Rs 5250 to Rs 8500 per month
'No law left in country?' SC raps DoT officer on staying top court on telcos' AGR dues
The Supreme Court on Friday directed the managing directors and directors of telcos and other firms to explain why contempt action be not taken against them for non-compliance of its order to pay
Creative Chronicles: Managing complexity in game audio
The GI.biz Academy partners with Creative Assembly to publish its Creative Chronicles video series, today focusing on game audio
USD/CAD rebounds from session lows, trades above 1.3250
The USD/CAD pair dropped to a daily low of 1.3233 during the early trading hours of the American session but easily erased a large portion of its loss
Cosatu says SA seeks to cut 30 000 state jobs, freeze pay
That’s part of the state’s proposal to reduce its wage bill, according to the union.
New taxi company eyes expansion in unlikely Saskatoon success story
Captain Taxi started in the middle of the first year of ride sharing in the city
Chemical plant bosses apologise after flaring lights up sky
ExxonMobil said the incident, which sparked concern among local residents, occurred as it attempts to restart the Mossmorran site.