Caring alone for two small girls, Texas father grapples with loss

SEGUIN, Texas (Reuters) - Zak Tiemann picked up his daughters from school early this Halloween. Zayleeana, 3, and Zoey, 5, were beaming with excitement as they donned their “Frozen” costumes and went trick-or-treating in their small hometown of Seguin, Texas.

A new medical examiner will explain death to the living

Snohomish County’s top autopsy doctor will soon be J. Matthew Lacy. Dr. Daniel Selove is retiring.

Florida mother, father and teenage son all battling cancer at the same time

(CNN) — It’s difficult enough to have one loved one experience cancer, but three at one time? Unimaginable. But that’s reality for the Desclefs family....

Longtime Edmonds resident leaves legacy at new senior center

Rose Mary Specht’s family donated her 25 solar credits from the PUD to the Edmonds Waterfront Center.

Significant Digits for Monday, Dec. 9, 2019

You’re reading Significant Digits, a daily digest of the numbers tucked inside the news. Today’s number is 8-feet-2-inches, for the height of Big Bird, the belo…

Kingsland, Soul Tree to form JV, UK set for bulk wine imports from India

We believe there is a clear market opportunity for Indian wine, especially in the Indian restaurant sector, said Ed Baker, managing director at Kingsland Drinks

The rise and rise of the first African-American woman distiller and operator of a nationally distributed vodka

For almost six years since she released Black Momma Vodka, Vanessa Braxton has been a major force in the spirit industry in the United States. In 2013 when she introduced her ultra-premium vodka brand, she made history as the first African-American woman owner and operator of a nationally distributed vodka. She is also the founder of...

Farm.One

Underneath the bustling city streets, a hydroponic farm grows hundreds of unique herbs in a high-tech urban oasis.

Perth firm prepares to auction off record-breaking whisky ‘library’

A record-breaking whisky collection that goes under the hammer next year has been unveiled in Perthshire.

Avocados with edible coating to go on sale in Europe for first time

US technology allows fruits to stay ripe for twice as long and reduces plastic packaging

1ST TR GB/SHS CL-A GBP (LON:FKU) Shares Down 0.4%

1ST TR GB/SHS CL-A GBP (LON:FKU) shares fell 0.4% on Monday . The stock traded as low as GBX 2,498.50 ($32.87) and last traded at GBX 2,495.50 ($32.83), 2,752 shares traded hands during mid-day trading. A decline of 17% from the average session volume of 3,308 shares. The stock had previously closed at GBX 2,505.75 […]

Mkango Resources (LON:MKA) Trading 1.4% Higher

Shares of Mkango Resources Ltd (LON:MKA) traded up 1.4% during trading on Monday . The company traded as high as GBX 7.30 ($0.10) and last traded at GBX 7.25 ($0.10), 332,122 shares were traded during trading. A decline of 29% from the average session volume of 467,759 shares. The stock had previously closed at GBX […]

iPath Series B Bloomberg Cotton Subindex Total Return ETN (NYSEARCA:BAL) Stock Price Down 1%

iPath Series B Bloomberg Cotton Subindex Total Return ETN (NYSEARCA:BAL) was down 1% during mid-day trading on Monday . The company traded as low as $38.71 and last traded at $38.71, approximately 130 shares changed hands during mid-day trading. A decline of 97% from the average daily volume of 4,426 shares. The stock had previously […]

Brokerages Set Great Portland Estates PLC (LON:GPOR) Price Target at GBX 724.09

Great Portland Estates PLC (LON:GPOR) has been given a consensus recommendation of “Hold” by the fifteen brokerages that are currently covering the firm, Marketbeat Ratings reports. Five equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, six have issued a hold rating and four have issued a buy rating on the company. The […]

Go-Ahead Group plc (LON:GOG) Receives Average Rating of “Hold” from Analysts

Go-Ahead Group plc (LON:GOG) has earned an average recommendation of “Hold” from the seven ratings firms that are presently covering the stock, MarketBeat Ratings reports. One research analyst has rated the stock with a sell recommendation, three have assigned a hold recommendation and three have issued a buy recommendation on the company. The average 1 […]

More than half of NHS devices are still running Windows 7

And 20 per cent of Trusts have no plans to upgrade

Amazon is getting free access to NHS medical data

As fear mounts in the UK at the prospect of the NHS being sold in part or in whole to the US, the government has decided to give Amazon access to National Health Service data for free.

Amazon's NHS Collaboration Will See the US Company Get Access to Medical Data for Free

It turns out that the government's deal with Amazon to provide medical date for Alexa to parrot at people is a bit shit for the NHS.

Chinese government offices told to remove foreign computer equipment

The Chinese government told government offices and public institutions that they need to remove all foreign computer software and equipment within three years. The move could require between 20 and 30 million devices to be replaced in that timeframe.

Beijing kicks overseas kit out

China directed all government offices and public institutions to replace non-domestic computer equipment and software ...

Pasig River Ferry Service relaunched by MMDA

THE Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) relaunches its Pasig River Ferry Service (PRFS) with free ride offer until January 31, 2020 yesterday morning in Manila’s Lawton.

Grave danger

SAYING that inexperienced motorcycle taxis with no track record will put commuters’ lives in danger, the Lawyers for Commuter Safety and Protection (LCSP) filed a petition for injunction with application for a temporary restraining order against five motorcycle taxi companies hoping to penetrate the market.

BI to open departure e-gates to reduce passenger queues

IN order to hasten processing and reduce passenger queues in immigration counters at the country’s premiere port during the holiday rush, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) is launching its electronic gates (e-gates) at the departure area of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA).

Ghana considering ‘sea bus’ system to fight consistent traffic, here’s how

The Coastal Development Authority in Ghana has said that it is considering a proposal to develop a ‘sea bus’ system to promote transportation between coastal regions.

Bong Go: Manila Water should be held liable for failing to construct sewer, wastewater system

Administration ally Senator Christopher “Bong” Go said on Monday that Manila Water Company, Inc. should be held liable for environmental damage because of their failure to construct a sewerage and wastewater system as stated in their contract.

Windrush exhibition finds permanent home

The stories of those who came to British shores from the Caribbean has got a permanent home in Sandwell.

Anufotogirl promoting Nigeria’s tourism potentials @ LABAF 2019

The first time I met Anufotogirl  was at the just concluded Lagos Book and Arts Festival, LABAF, held at Freedom Park, Lagos. Anuoluwapo Adedeji, being her

John Greenacre obituary

Other lives: Teacher at Peterhouse school in Zimbabwe for more than half a century

Touching video is a love letter to Irish emigrants at Christmas

Cathal Kenna, a Dublin documentary filmmaker, made a moving video wishing Irish emigrants around the world a Happy Christmas. Posting the beautiful clip to YouTube, he wrote, “For those who would like to but can't make it back to Ireland this Christmas, please enjoy this short whistle-stop tour of Ireland clip.”

Trócaire appeals to Louth for support for families living in war zones this Christmas

Trócaire reimagines iconic John Lennon peace campaign on 50th anniversary.

Elizabeth Warren reveals she earned $2 million from 30 years of private legal work as she feuds with Pete Buttigieg over financial transparency

Buttigieg's campaign has honed in Warren's previous private legal work, seeking to cast her as a "corporate lawyer" at odds her campaign message.

Pete Buttigieg asked if taking big money out of politics includes not taking money from billionaires, he responds: 'No'

Pete Buttigieg implied that he would take money off billionaires and closed-door fundraisers during a terse exchange with a student activist, amid growing criticism of the Democratic candidate’s fundraising strategy.The 2020 presidential candidate has come under scrutiny for his decision to take money

Democrats agree to sanction Trump's Space Force in exchange for paid federal parental leave

President Trump wants to have a full-fledged Space Force to tout in his re-election bid and Democrats want 12 weeks of paid parental leave for federal workers with newborn or newly adopted children, and if Senate Republicans go along, everyone will get their wish this holiday season, The Washington Post reports. Democratic lawmakers and the White House have tentatively agreed to a deal for a must-pass defense authorization bill that would give Trump his sixth branch of the military and Democrats the biggest expansion in federal benefits since Bill Clinton's presidency. Over several months of negotiations on the defense spending bill, Democrats and Republicans reached agreement on about 1,300 provision, but "the White House cared most about Space Force," a person familiar with the negotiations told the Post. Democrats used Trump's fixation on the topic to get the 2.1 million civilian workforce in line with benefits the military enacted in 2016. About a quarter of private companies in the U.S. offer paid parental…

Joe Biden gambles that 'No Malarkey' tour found foothold in Iowa

The former vice president wasn't setting crowds on fire during Iowa bus trip but he's betting fears of a second Trump term and his personal touch is enough.

'Read the First Amendment': Bloomberg criticized for attacking own reporters about 2020 coverage rules

Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg faced criticism over the weekend for comments he made about reporters at his own news publication, Bloomberg News.

Works restart at Forrestania Nickel Operation in Western Australia

Nickel mining firm Western Areas has resumed normal operations at its Forrestania project in Western Australia, following a bush fire incident last week.

Lynas says investing in new plant to extract low-level radiation before shipping ore here

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — Lynas Corporation Ltd said today it will open a new cracking and leaching plant in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia to extract low-level radioactivity from materials to be shipped to Malaysia for final treatment. The Australia-based rare earth miner said it has signed an option...

Cooper Energy poised to get its Sole, Downer leaves site

Cooper Energy is close to unlocking gas from its Sole project in south-eastern Victoria. 

Scale model of Springbank dam tests flood diversion impacts, raises critics' ire

While final approval of the Springbank dry dam has been held up by regulatory hurdles, a model has been quietly built, far from prying eyes.It’s a 1/16-scale version of the project — co…

Northumbrian Water-an energy mix that delivers for the planet

Embracing a mix of sustainable energy sources, a zero carbon future is high on the agenda for Northumbrian Water...

Months after hype, Mahathir says Malaysia shouldn’t have called its big drone a ‘flying car’

Malaysia should not have called its latest drone project a flying car, Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad admitted on Sunday (Dec 8).

Months after hype, Mahathir says Malaysia shouldn't have called its big drone a 'flying car', Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - "The mistake was in calling it a flying car. It is actually a big drone.". Read more at businessinsider.sg

Malaysians spend 70pc of monthly income on goods, housing and transport, says minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — Almost 70 per cent of Malaysians’ monthly income are spent on goods, housing and transport, Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said. Based on a World Bank Group report, the cost of living shouldered by Malaysians was mainly...

Risky business: Why gov’t made sure Manila Water, Maynilad would earn

Part 2: What is 'onerous' now was logical before. Rappler looks at the history of how government enticed the private sector to take over water services.

Samih Sawiris speaks out on personal & business habits during RiseUp

By: Ingy ElSafy Cairo – Mubasher: A lot of people lack the presence of a role model or mentor in their lives to take after and aspire when it comes to both personal and business matters. The Egyptian billionaire Samih Sawiris has opened up before …

PSD supports progressive taxation of income

Interim Chairperson of the Social Democratic Party (PSD) Marcel Ciolacu argued that it is

French pension reform commissioner in conflict of interest controversy

Delevoye said not disclosing his role was "a mistake" and an "omission by oversight".

Rebuilding Zimbabwe starts with strong institutions

It is now apparent that Zimbabwe's socio-economic status needs rebuilding and radical reforms if the country is to develop. The economy is set to contract by at...

Finland is about to get the world’s youngest Prime Minister

At just 34 years old, Sanna Marin is about to make history as she becomes the world’s youngest prime minister.

Will govt seek a middle path via an independent review panel?

Six months after the launch of the extradition bill-related protest movement, Hong Kong continues to grapple with large-scale street demonstrations and elevated public anger toward the establishment. Although there have been mounting calls within society for an independent commission of inquiry (COI) into all the recent events, the government has continued to dig in its…

‘With ₹32,000-crore, MP Lodha is India’s richest developer’

Mumbai, Delhi and Bengaluru account for three-fourths of the country’s richest players in real estate sector

'M P Lodha, India's richest real estate entrepreneur'

Lodha Developers' M P Lodha and family has been named India's richest real estate entrepreneur with a wealth of Rs 31,960 crore followed by DLF's Rajiv Singh and Embassy group founder Jitendra

Top headlines: SBI's MCLR rate cut, Lodha India's richest realtor and more

This is the eighth cut in MCLR in this financial year and follows a 5 bps reduction last month

59 mn added under PM Jyoti Bima Yojana, 154 mn under Suraksha Yojana: Govt

The PMJJBY offers life insurance cover of Rs 2 lakh in case of death due to any reason to people in the age group of 18-50 years having a bank or post office account

Indigo Paint's IPO may fetch 3.5x returns for Sequoia in partial exit

The fund-raising comes at a time when the company plans to penetrate cities and scale up investments and become a key player in the industry

Aya Kanai Replaces Anne Fulenwider as Marie Claire Editor

Anne Fulenwider is stepping down at the end of the year to launch a women’s health business. 

Matt Willey: “A lot of rules about how a magazine looks and behaves are up for grabs”

The British graphic designer talks about becoming a Pentagram partner, creating Killing Eve’s credits and magazines’ “very difficult” few years.

As top women step aside, the notorious juggle is again in the spotlight

These heavy hitting women have plenty in common with the next working mother struggling with the ongoing intensity of 'the juggle'.

Sports Illustrated owner Maven taps former publisher of New York magazine

New York magazine’s publisher Avi Zimak has been named to a top post at Maven, the tech and publishing company that is overseeing Sports Illustrated. Zimak, who also served as chief revenue officer

NTV to air acclaimed 'Top Story' show

The show returns for its third season this December

Jersey's changing climate

THE dramatic change in Jersey’s climate has been laid bare in new data which reveals the Island is seeing a significant rise in temperatures and is coming to the end of its hottest decade since records began.

320 years since the ‘Big One’ doesn’t mean it’s overdue: B.C. professor

‘It could happen today, tomorrow or 100 years from now’

Worst still to come on day of heat, fire danger for Victoria

A total fire ban remains in place for Victoria's north and north-west regions as Melbourne's temperature climbs up to 38 degrees.

The best and worst regional housing markets

CoreLogic names the best and worst performing regions in the country.

Significant Digits for Monday, Dec. 9, 2019

You’re reading Significant Digits, a daily digest of the numbers tucked inside the news. Today’s number is 8-feet-2-inches, for the height of Big Bird, the belo…

Soon-to-be skyscrapers in Habibie’s Meisterstadt megablock feared to disrupt air traffic

Hang Nadim International Airport has demanded that the apartments have a more reasonable height so as to prevent disruption to air traffic. 

Listed firm plans integrated property projects to weather bleak industry outlook

Bank Indonesia's policy to lower loan-to-value (LTV) ratios for mortgages by 5 percentage points, effective since Dec. 2, will likely improve the property sector.

20-storey Bolton tower block branded a 'blot' on the landscape

It would bring 144 new apartments to the town centre

Bisa Property and Morris Property Group have lodged applications for Stuart Flats redevelopment

Plans for close to 500 units on the former Stuart Flats public housing site in Griffith have been lodged with the ACT government's planning directorate.

UMTA in the dog house

Proposed common ticket card, urban transport development fund remain on paper

Bong Go: Manila Water should be held liable for failing to construct sewer, wastewater system

Administration ally Senator Christopher “Bong” Go said on Monday that Manila Water Company, Inc. should be held liable for environmental damage because of their failure to construct a sewerage and wastewater system as stated in their contract.

Risky business: Why gov’t made sure Manila Water, Maynilad would earn

Part 2: What is 'onerous' now was logical before. Rappler looks at the history of how government enticed the private sector to take over water services.

Grave danger

SAYING that inexperienced motorcycle taxis with no track record will put commuters’ lives in danger, the Lawyers for Commuter Safety and Protection (LCSP) filed a petition for injunction with application for a temporary restraining order against five motorcycle taxi companies hoping to penetrate the market.

Female youth group running 30-day cleaning campaign in P Sihanouk

Youth group, Girl Volunteers for Society (GVS), is running a “30-day cleaning campaign in Preah Sihanouk” to raise awareness among people in the province on proper waste disposal and management. The campaign which started on November 29 will end on December 29.

Female youth group running 30-day cleaning campaign in Preah Sihanouk

Youth group, Girl Volunteers for Society (GVS), is running a “30-day cleaning campaign in Preah Sihanouk” to raise awareness among people in the province on proper waste disposal and management. The campaign which started on November 29 will end on December 29.

Assistant Chief (Legal) Vacancy At Central Electricity Regulatory Commission

Central Electricity Regulatory Commission invites application for the post of Assistant Chief (Legal). Name of the Post: Assistant Chief (Legal) No. of Post: 03 (Three) Pay Scale:...

BHEL recruitment through interview: Salary up to Rs 66,000; diploma holders can apply too

BHEL recruitment: Candidates will be hired for a two-year contract. Interested can apply at the official website, careers.bhel.in by December 21, 8 pm. The last date to submit the application form by post is December 31.

HC stays toll collection on Doddaballapur highway

Government was unable to confirm that work on the State Highway has been completed

NERSA to hold Eskom RCA public hearings in Feb 2020

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) has announced the timelines to process Eskom’s RCA application for the 2018/19 financial year.

CUSB faculty recruitment: Check how to apply for 60 posts

CUSB faculty recruitment: Applications open at cusb.ac.in. The last date to submit online applications is December 18 while candidates can download fee receipt till December 23.

Strategie Grains sees 2020 EU rapeseed crop at 18.5 mln T

PARIS, Dec 9 (Reuters) - Consultancy Strategie Grains forecast that rapeseed production in the European Union would reach 18.46 million tonnes next year, rebounding from a 13-year low of 16.85 million this year.The 2020 crop forecast would still be one of the smallest in recent years after a drought-disrupted sowing campaign in western Europe. It was in line with Strategie Grains' initial outlook last month which said next year's output might not reach the 19-million-tonne level.

Edible oil gets costlier due to kharif crop damage, global price rise

Floods in key producing regions resulted in major damage to standing kharif soybean crop

India orders over 36,000 metric tonnes of onions; imports at 5-year high

State-run trading firm MMTC has already floated a tender for buying 21,090 metric tonnes (MT) of onions from Turkey and Egypt and the shipments are expected to arrive mid-January

Vietnam ministry may cut some tariffs on U.S. agriculture

Under pressure from the U.S., Vietnam’s Ministry of Finance is proposing to reduce tariffs on some American agriculture products, from chicken to apples.

Minister urges shoppers to boycott ‘un-Australian’ Coles

Senior Nationals minister David Littleproud has called for shoppers to boycott Coles until it puts a 20-cent levy on all dairy products to help farmers.

Palestinians in Bethlehem Look beyond Religious Tourism

For decades, the people of Bethlehem have watched tour buses drive up to the Church of the Nativity, disgorge their passengers for a few hours at the traditional birthplace of Jesus, and then return to Israel. But in recent years a new form of touris

Pastor Kanyari: Plant a seed in order to be blessed

He tells congregation that the rich are blessed because they know how to give.

How to Save a Dying Language

The Hawaiian language nearly went extinct. Now it’s being taught in dozens of immersion schools.

Thai massage may soon get UNESCO recognition

The massage technique is said to have been originated in India and brought to Thailand some 2,500 years ago by doctors and monks, who passed its secrets to generations.

Onkel Toms Hütte

The 1852 novel "Uncle Tom's Cabin" lends its name to a subway station, a street, and several shops on the edge of Berlin.

India’s Bollywood Borrows Plot from the Life of a Daredevil Civil Servant

New Delhi (Sputnik): An elite Indian civil servant was caught up in a political debate in 2013 when she was suspended for allegedly ordering the demolition of a wall that formed part of a mosque in the communally sensitive northern state of Uttar Pradesh.

Siddique Intervenes To Uplift The Ban On Malayalam Actor Shane Nigam By Producers

The intervention of veteran actor Siddique and Edavela Babu, general secretary of AMMA - Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes, appears to have cleared the decks for resolving the issues between you

Actor Shane Nigam meets Minister

Presents his side of story

A clarion call for today

Pavana Gowda shares what it takes to choose the right film and how she gives every film her best shot

Shah Rukh Khan speaks about the impact of the #MeToo movement

The film industry has continued to render its support to the Me Too Movement ever since it started over a year ago. While the movement has been around longer, it impacted the Indian film industry only a while back. Talking about how the West influenced victims to speak up, superstar Shah Rukh Khan shared his thoughts over the movement and its impact. He said, “It started from there… in the West and it gave voice to women to come out and talk about something that may have happened some years back… It gave them enough support to come out with their stories.”

Trump Has Urged the World Bank to Stop Lending Money to China

US President Donald Trump has called on the World Bank to stop lending money to China, BTA quoted Reuters as saying. This is his second strike on Beijing at a time when the two sides are continuing negotiations on a trade deal.

China hopes for US trade deal 'as soon as possible'

China and the United States are negotiating a so-called "phase one" deal aimed at de-escalating their prolonged trade dispute.

Hope to reach trade agreement with US as soon as possible: China

China said on Monday that it hoped to make a trade deal with the United States as soon as possible, amid intense discussions before fresh US tariffs on Chinese imports are due to kick in at the end of the week. Beijing hopes it can reach a trade agreement with the United States that satisfies both sides, Assistant Commerce Minister Ren Hongbin told reporters on Monday.

Why Europe will choose the US over China

America’s allies are belatedly heeding its warnings about the Chinese technology threat

Why Europe will side with the US over China for 5G

America’s allies are belatedly heeding its warnings about the Chinese technology threat

Bank of Baroda to sell up to 1.04 crore UTI AMC shares in IPO

Last week, the country's largest lender State Bank of India (SBI) had approved diluting up to 8.25 per cent stake in UTI AMC.

BoB to sell 10.4 mn shares in proposed UTI AMC initial public offering

Last week, the country's largest lender State Bank of India had approved diluting up to 8.25% stake in UTI AMC

Mutual Funds’ asset base hit all time high of Rs 27 lakh crore on inflow in debt schemes

Mutual fund houses witnessed an overall inflow of Rs 54,419 crore last month as compared to Rs 1.33 lakh crore in October.

Mutual Funds' asset base hits Rs 27 trn, bank, PSU funds top allocation

Mutual fund houses witnessed an overall inflow of Rs 54,419 crore last month as compared to Rs 1.33 lakh crore in October

Jhunjhunwala likely to withdraw from YES Bank's preferential share offer

Lender’s board may also reject the $1.2-b offer by Erwin Singh Braich, SPGP Holdings

US labor board will investigate Google's recent firings

US labor relations board will determine if Google violated federal labor laws and discouraged union organizing.

Labour group accuses Google of illegally firing workers to stifle unionism

Communications Workers of America union files federal labour charge.

TikTok To Pay $2 Million To Settle Lawsuit Alleging It Collected And Exposed Children's Data

TikTok and its parent company ByteDance have agreed to pay $US1.1 ($2) million to settle a proposed class action alleging that the app Musical.ly violated children’s privacy laws by collecting their data and operating the app “in a reckless and unlawful manner for commercial gain.”...

Jeff Bezos says employee activists are wrong and Silicon Valley firms should feel comfortable doing business with the US military

Bezos said it's the responsibility of management to push back against employee outrage towards military contracts.

Jeff Bezos says employee activists are wrong and Silicon Valley firms should feel comfortable doing business with the US military

Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos threw his weight behind the US Department of Defense on Friday, saying that unless big tech companies collaborate with the US military, “this country is in trouble.”

GOP counsel Steve Castor brought a reusable grocery bag instead of a briefcase to an impeachment hearing, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - "That time your lawyer makes a stop at the Whole Foods hot bar on his way to defend you in Congress," comic Lizz Winstead tweeted.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

GOP counsel Steve Castor brought a reusable grocery bag instead of a briefcase to an impeachment hearing

At the Monday hearing on the impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump, Republican counsel Steve Castor raised some eyebrows with his unique choice of a bag to transport his documents.

GOP counsel Steve Castor brought a reusable grocery bag instead of a briefcase to an impeachment hearing

At the Monday hearing on the impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump, Republican counsel Steve Castor raised some eyebrows with his unique choice of a bag to transport his documents.

WATCH: OAN Begins Posting The Tinfoil-Hatted Fruits Of Giuliani’s Trip To Ukraine

We’re getting a first look at the fruits of Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani’s mission to Ukraine. One America News began...

Democrat Counsel Barry Berke Plays Deceptively Edited Video of Trump at Impeachment Hearing | Breitbart

Barry Berke played the same deceptively-edited video clip of Trump that Democrats had used in last week's impeachment hearing.

GOP counsel Steve Castor brought a reusable grocery bag instead of a briefcase to an impeachment hearing

At the Monday hearing on the impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump, Republican counsel Steve Castor raised some eyebrows with his unique choice of a bag to transport his documents.

GOP counsel Steve Castor brought a reusable grocery bag instead of a briefcase to an impeachment hearing

At the Monday hearing on the impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump, Republican counsel Steve Castor raised some eyebrows with his unique choice of a bag to transport his documents.

GOP counsel Steve Castor brought a reusable grocery bag instead of a briefcase to an impeachment hearing, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - "That time your lawyer makes a stop at the Whole Foods hot bar on his way to defend you in Congress," comic Lizz Winstead tweeted.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

WATCH: OAN Begins Posting The Tinfoil-Hatted Fruits Of Giuliani’s Trip To Ukraine

We’re getting a first look at the fruits of Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani’s mission to Ukraine. One America News began...

Democrat Counsel Barry Berke Plays Deceptively Edited Video of Trump at Impeachment Hearing | Breitbart

Barry Berke played the same deceptively-edited video clip of Trump that Democrats had used in last week's impeachment hearing.

GOP counsel Steve Castor brought a reusable grocery bag instead of a briefcase to an impeachment hearing

At the Monday hearing on the impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump, Republican counsel Steve Castor raised some eyebrows with his unique choice of a bag to transport his documents.

GOP counsel Steve Castor brought a reusable grocery bag instead of a briefcase to an impeachment hearing

At the Monday hearing on the impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump, Republican counsel Steve Castor raised some eyebrows with his unique choice of a bag to transport his documents.

GOP counsel Steve Castor brought a reusable grocery bag instead of a briefcase to an impeachment hearing, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - "That time your lawyer makes a stop at the Whole Foods hot bar on his way to defend you in Congress," comic Lizz Winstead tweeted.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

WATCH: OAN Begins Posting The Tinfoil-Hatted Fruits Of Giuliani’s Trip To Ukraine

We’re getting a first look at the fruits of Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani’s mission to Ukraine. One America News began...

Democrat Counsel Barry Berke Plays Deceptively Edited Video of Trump at Impeachment Hearing | Breitbart

Barry Berke played the same deceptively-edited video clip of Trump that Democrats had used in last week's impeachment hearing.

Auckland bus disruption: What you need to know

Thousands of bus commuters in Auckland have their ride to work and school disrupted this morning as the stalemate between bus drivers and their employer continues.

Here’s how TransLink says you can prepare for the SkyTrain shutdown tomorrow

TransLink is preparing customers after CUPE 7000, the union representing 900 SkyTrain workers, announced that it would forward with withdrawal of services.

Auckland Strike Action

Auckland bus operators are enraged at the inconvenience to passengers affected by continued bus driver strike action. Even those operators not directly affected by strikes are appalled at the behaviour of First Union and Tramways Union and their aggressive bully tactics which has included assaulting staff and damaging vehicles.

Wellington rail upgrade full steam ahead

Hon Phil Twyford

Rail improvement works in Lancashire this Christmas

Rail teams are to work across Christmas to improve drainage on the main rail link out of Preston.

Currys PC World reveals this year’s top tech Christmas gifts

The top gifts of the year were decided by the brand’s new customer testing initiative, the Customer Collective

Creating Rent The Runway For Jewelry Lovers

Jewelry rental platform Switch aims to make it easy for consumers to rent, use and return jewelry they might like to wear but not own.

Frame up your perfect Christmas gift!

Stettler framing and art supplies dealer has solutions to the trickiest gift questions

Dan Murphy's looks to Netflix, Spotify for algorithm advice

Launches new Discovery Engine.

Test your skills and win prizes when you take the new Developer Economics survey!

Where is the developers’ world heading in 2020 and beyond? Take the Developer Economics survey Q4 2019 to share your thoughts and you could win one of many awesome prizes!

China's Plan for 6 Aircraft Carriers Just 'Sank'

China reportedly is slowing its plan to acquire two aircraft carriers for each of its regional fleets. Instead of speeding ahead with the development of a six-carrier fleet -- two each for the

Meet the "Blue Magpie": Taiwan's New Domestically-Made Fighter?

Here's what we know.

China’s advanced type PCL191 multiple rocket system in strategic proximity to Taiwan – reports

A report in the latest issue of Modern Ships praises the Chinese multiple launch rocket system called the Type PCL191 as the most cutting-edge piece of weaponry capable of firing both rockets and ballistic missiles. The modular launcher appears to be based on the AR3 system intended for the export market. Unlike other weaponry on display in Beijing during China’s National Day military parade on 1 October, the Type PCL191, dubbed by CCTV as “a self-propelled rocket launcher with precision strike capability”, traveled up and down the streets of the capital loaded on the back of heavy-duty trucks almost anonymously, the report has it. It also gives an in-depth description of the system’s capacity saying it can carry eight 370 mm (14½ inch) rockets – each with a range of 350 km (220 miles) – or two 750 mm Fire Dragon 480 tactical ballistic missiles, capable of flying up to 500 km. According to PLA Daily, an MLRS brigade was stationed with the 72nd Group Army in Huzhou, in the province of Zhejiang on China’s eastern…

China’s Cutting-Edge PCL191 Multiple Launch Rocket System in Strategic Proximity to Taiwan – Reports

The new PCL191 system is understood to be capable of destroying multiple strategic targets such as airports, command points, and supply bases. One of the locations it is reportedly stationed at now is Xiamen in Fujian Province, just a stone’s throw away from Taiwan.

Global weapons sales up; US leads market

The global arms industry continues to grow with total sales up 4.6% last year, according to data from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) released Monday.

SNC exec driven by greed?

The Crown has begun final arguments in the criminal trial of former SNC-Lavalin executive Sami Bebawi.

Trucking giant Celadon files for bankruptcy after ex-officials charged with fraud

An Indiana trucking company with nearly 4,000 employees said Monday it filed for bankruptcy and will shut down all operations, just days after two former officials were charged in a fraud

Ericsson will pay a yard to settle bribery charges

The judge could not be Swede into letting them off

US SEC Re-Opens Infamous Bitcoin Scammer Case

According to recent documents, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) believes that the case against the serial Ponzi scammer, Renwick

Najib Says He’s Right to Buy $131,000 Gift for Wife: 1MDB Update

(Bloomberg) -- Najib Razak said he has the right to buy birthday presents for his wife and gifts for a former leader of Qatar using funds that prosecutors allege was siphoned from a former unit of 1MDB.Malaysia’s former prime minister testified in court that he spent 763,500 euros ($845,000) at jeweler

Cades Cove Loop Road closed for tree clearing

According to the National Park Service, Cades Cove Loop Road will be closed starting Monday.

Road linking Timaru and Ashburton reopening midday

Road crews have worked long hours overnight to make progress on reopening a road link between Timaru and Ashburton.

Media Release 7 – Heavy Rain Event West Coast

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Utility work to close two Marco Island roads next week

The City of Marco Island is warning drivers of two road closures that begin next Monday.

Weather chaos: tourists stranded on West Coast for days

Weather chaos: tourists stranded on West Coast for days

Elizabeth Warren reveals she earned $2 million from 30 years of private legal work as she feuds with Pete Buttigieg over financial transparency

Buttigieg's campaign has honed in Warren's previous private legal work, seeking to cast her as a "corporate lawyer" at odds her campaign message.

Warren made at least $1.9 million for past private legal work

Sen. Elizabeth Warren on Sunday night released new details about her time doing corporate legal work, a period going back more than 30 years in which she made at least $1.9 million from private clients.

A Policy to Quash the Women’s Wave. From Democrats.

The D.C.C.C.’s blacklist against people working to oust incumbents has caused untold damage.

RNC, DNC bank on Duo authentication ahead 2020 election

The Republican National Committee is relying on authentication tools and careful social media behavior in order to avoid a devastating data breach like the kind that derailed its Democratic counterparts in 2016. The RNC, which develops and promotes the party’s platform and currently supports President Donald Trump’s reelection campaign, is banking on Duo Security, which specializes in multi-factor authentication, to keep state-sponsored hackers out of party accounts, according to recent Federal Election Commission filings. Even if a user’s password credentials are stolen, an extra layer of authentication can ensure that only the legitimate account holder could access his or her communications. Since March of this year, the RNC has paid just over $1,000 per month to Duo, according to FEC filings. The RNC started using Duo in 2016, just days before the election. And it’s not just email account access the RNC is trying to protect — the RNC uses multiple layers of authentication to protect other […]

Biden says no foreign business for family if he wins White House

Democratic presidential hopeful Joe Biden says his family members would not engage in any business abroad if he were to win the White House next year, citing the activities of Donald Trump

Will Your Online Orders Arrive Before Christmas? Find Out Here

We're barely two weeks from Christmas. Those of us looking to get goods delivered in time to put under the tree will need to act very fast. At this time of year, postal and delivery services are working at capacity which can lead to longer than expected delivery times. With that in mind, here are the delivery and...

Where to buy last minute Christmas gifts online: last delivery dates

Find out when the last delivery dates for Amazon, John Lewis, Currys PC World and more are this Christmas.

Avoid These Shopping Dates This Christmas

The Commonwealth Bank Christmas Consumer Spending Study has compiled transaction data from previous Decembers to show the quietest and busiest shopping periods over the month. If you still haven't done your Christmas shopping, this graph can help you to avoid the Christmas rush. (And if you work in retail, use it to...

Thrifty father-of-three reveals how he saves £2,000 a year and even gets money off his utility bills - just by scanning his supermarket receipts

EXCLUSIVE: Peter Chatfield, 39, from Deal in Kent, funded a family holiday to Disneyland Florida, after saving £2,000 through cashback on supermarket shopping apps and special offers.

The busy shipping season is here; How to ensure your gifts arrive on time

— As the holiday season is upon us, mail carriers and delivery drivers are working longer and longer hours, and lines at the post office are getting longer and longer. 

Environmental group in Singapore pushes for sustainable palm oil use

Environmental group in Singapore pushes for sustainable palm oil use

Fashion Industry Warns the World to Heed Dire Climate Warnings

The global fashion industry is drawing on its own "social and cultural weight" to lead the world into tackling climate change.

POLITICO Pro Sustainability Insights: Circular batteries boost — Chemicals leaks — COP update

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UNILORIN, firm sign 21-year land lease agreement

The MOU was signed by Mr Indimi and Vice-Chancellor of UNILORIN, Jubril Oyelekan, at the Maiduguri office of OER Farm Ltd last week.

Malaysians spend 70pc of monthly income on goods, housing and transport, says minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — Almost 70 per cent of Malaysians’ monthly income are spent on goods, housing and transport, Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said. Based on a World Bank Group report, the cost of living shouldered by Malaysians was mainly...

OZY Media sees "exponential growth" from MENA in entertainment, media

Mubasher: The global media pioneering company, OZY Media, said it will increase its focus on the entertainment and media industry across the MENA region.

NTV to air acclaimed 'Top Story' show

The show returns for its third season this December

Berlin-based Jambl announces €450K investment, to become largest music social media platform

London-based Gismart, a leading developer and publisher of entertainment-focused apps and games, today announced a €450K investment into Jambl, a Berlin-based music startup aspiring to become the largest social media platform for beat making music creators.

New Zealand is a far more multicultural place today – its mainstream media is not

Commercial media, a business that requires public trust and goodwill, is in a tough financial position right now. Gaurav Sharma says that's in part because of its poor job of reaching immigrant communities, in the first of a new monthly column for The Spinoff. Let's start with a test, about refer

Voice search is changing the way we access news – here's why that matters

With broadcasters partnering with voice assistants, is voice search changing our news habits for the better?

Swedish court clears Stora Enso over largest wildfire in decades

STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - A Swedish district court on Monday acquitted Finnish paper firm Stora Enso of responsibility for causing Sweden’s largest wildfire in 40 years, instead fining a subcontractor.

Deadly India fire in one of thousands of illegal factories

NEW DELHI (AP) - Day laborers in one of New Delhi's most congested neighborhoods demonstrated against unsafe working conditions on Monday, a day after at least 43 people were killed in a devastating fire at an illegal factory there.

320 years since the ‘Big One’ doesn’t mean it’s overdue: B.C. professor

‘It could happen today, tomorrow or 100 years from now’

Significant Digits for Monday, Dec. 9, 2019

You’re reading Significant Digits, a daily digest of the numbers tucked inside the news. Today’s number is 8-feet-2-inches, for the height of Big Bird, the belo…

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Ugandan based Somaliland businesswoman scoops top Award

Uganda’s foremost businesswoman Amina Hersi  Moghe was over the weekend crowned the Entrepreneur of the year of Africa by the respected European CEO magazine. Moghe, born in Kenya of Somaliland parents has been an inspiration to women in East Africa where she has employed over 5,000 people in her different companies. This is an additional cap to her success. She scooped the 2008 Woman Investor of the year Award making her a remarkable woman. “This is a great honour not only to me but to the women of Africa. It shows just how women if given an opportunity and the right environment, can achieve so much,” she said. Somaliland Ambassador to Kenya Bashe Omar congratulated Ms Moghe saying she is one of the best ambassadors of Somaliland in the diaspora.

Kenya’s President Uhuru Kenyatta comes up with 6 areas Africa and Caribbean countries need to join hands and put their money in

President Uhuru Kenyatta has outlined six key focus areas that need revamping in order to jump start industrial transformation of the African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) member countries.

Dipo Awojide becomes first Nigerian to be honoured as LinkedIn Top Voice

Last week, LinkedIn unveiled its annual Top Voices list. This list highlights professionals in a variety of industries who are building communities and starting thoughtful conversations on LinkedIn through their articles, posts and comments. Dr Dipo Awojide, a Senior Lecturer in Strategy at Nottingham Business School (UK), and Founder of BTDT Hub and BTDT Home […]

UNILORIN, firm sign 21-year land lease agreement

The MOU was signed by Mr Indimi and Vice-Chancellor of UNILORIN, Jubril Oyelekan, at the Maiduguri office of OER Farm Ltd last week.

Ethiopian Group CEO named ‘Airline Executive of the Year’ by CAPA

ADDIS ABABA - Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mr. Tewolde GebreMariam has been recognized as ‘Airline Executive of the Year’ at the annual Global Aviation Awards for Excellence organized by Centre for Aviation (CAPA) in Malta on 5th December 2019. Mr. Tewolde GebreMariam won the title for his commendable individual influence on the aviation industry, demonstrating outstanding strategic thinking and innovative direction for the growth of Ethiopian Airlines and the aviation industry at large. Commenting on the accolade, Mr. Tewolde GebreMariam said,

Himachal Pradesh constable recruitment exam on December 22

All candidates who qualified the physical efficiency test (PET) have been directed to report at the venue by 9 am, the spokesperson said, adding that call letters have been sent to the candidates.

TNPSC group 1 service result declared: Check merit list, interview dates, salary

TNPSC group 1 service result: Candidates need to bring their original certificates along with them to the interview round. Selected candidates will be recruited at pay level 22 Rs 56,100-1,77,500, according to the official release.

CUSB faculty recruitment: Check how to apply for 60 posts

CUSB faculty recruitment: Applications open at cusb.ac.in. The last date to submit online applications is December 18 while candidates can download fee receipt till December 23.

BHEL recruitment through interview: Salary up to Rs 66,000; diploma holders can apply too

BHEL recruitment: Candidates will be hired for a two-year contract. Interested can apply at the official website, careers.bhel.in by December 21, 8 pm. The last date to submit the application form by post is December 31.

IIT-Madras placements phase-I concludes with 848 offers, most from core domain

Most offers, in the phase I, were made by Micron Technolgy India operations with 31 offers followed by Intel and Microsoft with 20 and 19 offers, respectively.

Chipotle CEO: If employees call in sick, a nurse might make sure they're not faking it

According to Chipotle Mexican Grill CEO Brian Niccol, when their restaurant workers call in sick, they might have to talk to a nurse to make sure they’re not fibbing. “We have nurses on…

Chipotle has nurses who check if workers are actually sick or just hungover

At a conference last week, the CEO of Chipotle said the restaurant chain now has nurses on call who check whether some workers who call in sick are actually ill or just hungover.

Super Size Me creator Morgan Spurlock is about to ruin chicken for you forever

A food revolution is coming, and it's coming one chicken sandwich at a time.

Edmonds-Woodway junior excels in academics and activism

Audrey, 16, is active in theater and started a feminism club. “I’m very vocal, always raising my hand.”

Forget the smart home, it's all in the cloud now

What ever happened to that Internet of Things? We outsourced it.

Lazada’s millennial-friendly credit card is finally in Singapore - and it's offering a year's free shipping, plus tons of points, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - It includes free shipping on RedMart and Lazada for a year.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

JazzCash monthly active subscribers cross 7 million

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Emerging as the market leader for the third consecutive year, JazzCash has proudly announced an active base that now stands at over seven million users. JazzCash is fast becoming the most popular and trusted digital financial services brand in Pakistan. Transaction values have also increased by 42% compared to the previous year and have crossed the PKR 1 trillion mark; customers carried out 0.5 billion transactions through the service. On this occasion Jazz CEO Aamir Ibrahim said, “JazzCash offers its users diversified financial services aimed at meeting their evolving financial needs. The traction we have gained in terms of the number of active users, the value and the volume of transactions is evidence that we have both made headway in terms of enhancing financial inclusion and also gained customer trust.” JazzCash is on a mission to provide every Pakistani access to a range of financial services through secure and accessible channels with an easy to use USSD menu, user-friendly mobile…

Accuity To Power GoCardless’ Recurring Payments Expansion Into US

GoCardless entered into a collaboration with Accuity to launch a seamless way for businesses to collect payments in the U.S. via an ACH-based debit offering.

Here is why Jumia has closed shop in Rwanda – Techjaja

Starting from today, Jumia Rwanda will no longer be able to accept cash on delivery and can only process pre-paid orders.

'Sellers Set Their Price, We Don't Interfere,' Amazon India Retorts to Deep Discounting Accusation

The assertions come at a time when the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has approached the government for its intervention regarding the "deep" discounts offered by e-commerce majors like Amazon and Flipkart during festival sales.

NFCP 2 Is Now Underway; NFCP 1 Licensees To Be Revealed In January 2020

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) today has announced that it is ready to announce the licensees of the first National Fiberisation and Connectivity Plan (NFCP 1) infrastructure package in early January 2020. At

First batch of NFCP deployment will be awarded in January 2020

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has announced that the NFCP 1 will be awarded to successful licensees that have been selected through a tender process in early January 2020. The NFCP 1 will cover a total of 153 locations which consists of 94 mukim in 8 states such as Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Perak, Terengganu and Sabah.

SSM to offer big discounts on compounds

PUTRAJAYA, Dec 9 — The Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) will offer discounts up to 90 per cent for the settlement of compounds imposed on registered corporations from January 1 to April 30, next year. Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the...

Malaysians spend 70pc of monthly income on goods, housing and transport, says minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — Almost 70 per cent of Malaysians’ monthly income are spent on goods, housing and transport, Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said. Based on a World Bank Group report, the cost of living shouldered by Malaysians was mainly...

IHH Healthcare receives shareholders’ approval to acquire Prince Court

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — IHH Healthcare Bhd hopes to complete its proposed acquisition of the Prince Court Medical Centre in the first quarter of 2020, following the strong approval obtained from its shareholders at an extraordinary general meeting today. In a statement, the healthcare provider said...

Flight attendants explain the ways you could actually bag a flight upgrade

Flight attendants debunk the myths and explain what it actually takes to bag a free or cheap flight upgrade

One Gift Idea With Mental Health Benefits You Probably Haven't Thought Of

This holiday season, the gift of therapy is now one of the easiest to give.

WATCH: A Small Act of Kindness Brightens an Amazon Worker's Day

The Christmas season is one of the busiest – and arguably one of the most stressful – times for delivery drivers. Not only do they have a heavier workload, with more people shopping online for Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals, but these drivers are also working in wet, snowy and icy conditions.

Premium economy to be launched on Britain’s railway

Avanti West Coast is developing plans to introduce a middle tier between standard class and first class.

Premium economy to be launched on Britain’s railway

Avanti West Coast is developing plans to introduce a middle tier between standard class and first class.

Pump prices on rollback this week

Budget of Filipino consumers for fuel this week will be partly eased, as pump prices will be on a new round of rollback at the scale of P0.40 per liter for gasoline and kerosene; and P0.10 per liter for diesel.

Oil firms roll back prices

EFFECTIVE at 6 a.m. today, major and independent oil firms will implement a price rollback of their petroleum products in slightly different amounts.

Petrol Price Reaches Rs 75 Per Litre, Diesel Crosses Rs 66 Mark, First Time in One Year

Though the diesel rate has been moderate, the price of petrol has been on the rise since November 9.

Petrol price hits Rs 75 per litre mark, diesel price crosses Rs 66

The increase pushed price of petrol to Rs 75 per litre in the national capital and that of diesel to Rs 66.04 per litre

Petrol price hits Rs 75 per litre-mark, diesel crosses Rs 66

India Business News: Petrol price on Monday hit Rs 75 a litre mark for the first time in more than a year & diesel price crossed Rs 66 a litre mark in the national capital

Here Is How Much Cardi B Pocketed After Performance In Ghana, Nigeria

According to a report by Africa Facts Zone, US rapper Cardi B who performed in Nigeria and Ghana in a spate of 72-hours took home a whopping $1.8M. She took $1M for her Nigeria performance and $800,000 for her show in Accra which was preceded and plagued with much drama last night. Cardi B was […]

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Toke Makinwa replies Yomi Black, leaks DM he sent 2017

After being called out on allegations of living a fake lifestyle, Toke Makinwa has replied Yomi Black. Recall that the drama started after Toke Makinwa made a controversial statement about Cardi B which Nigerians didn't take

Rihanna And Boyfriend Hassan Jameel Might Have Wedding Bells Ringing

Rihanna is generally not very open about her private life, and she does not seem to be among the celebrities that like to discuss that at length too

How BBNaija Mike Edwards bite more than he could chew

BBNaija Mike is so much loved that the gangling dude could get away with just about anything but on a certain occasion last week.

Trump Says Americans Have to Flush Toilet '10-15 Times, As Opposed to Once'

Trump recently made an appearance at a small business event at the White House this past Friday and revealed that he ordered a federal review of wa...

California fines CVS $3.6 million for failing to recycle

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California is fining the nation's largest pharmacy health care provider a record $3.6 million for failing to redeem deposits on bottles and cans at some of...

Australia and coal: If the supply is reduced, renewables look better

Age readers discuss federal Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese backing the case for Australian coal exports.

California fines CVS $3.6 million for failing to recycle

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California is fining the nation’s largest pharmacy health care provider a record $3.6 million for failing to redeem deposits on bottles and cans at some of its locations, regulators said Monday. The California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery, better known as CalRecycle, said its investigation found that 81 of CVS Pharmacy’s …

US lies and deception spelled out in Afghanistan papers' shocking detail

The tranche of documents show that in trying to paint the best pictures, those involved delivered the worst

More than 150 jobs lost as Rondo Food closes Arklow plant

More than 150 jobs are to go in Co. Wicklow with the closure of a dog food manufacturer.

Rondo Food to close Co Wicklow plant with loss of 135 jobs

Pet food maker plans to move facility to Germany early next year

Health and safety probe rules no action needed after A9 worker crushed by falling cabin

Health and safety chiefs have recommended no further action after a probe into an industrial accident on the A9 near Perth.

Popular country pub The Battleaxes given a zero food hygiene rating

The new owners are working to make improvements

23 Enforcement Orders issued on Irish food businesses last month

The Food Safety Authority of Ireland today reported that during the month of November, 21 Closure Orders, and 2 Prohibition Orders were served on food busine...

Metacritic has removed over 6,000 negative Death Stranding ratings

The change was first reported by Redditor argandg, who noted that while there were 78 new positive ratings between the 4th and 5th of December, the number of negatives dropped by 6,429—from 9,335 to just 2,906. At the time of…

Why Won't Steam Approve These Games Supporting Hong Kong Protestors?

Last year Valve proclaimed that it would allow virtually any game on its Steam service, so long as the game wasn’t illegal or “straight up trolling”—but activist-minded developers who have made games about the Hong Kong protests have realised that, perhaps, there are other ways to get barred from the gaming...

Google Introduces Beta Explanations that Can Explain Smaller Issues with SEO Marketing Campaigns

New system can be used by SEO marketers to identify issues that lead to ups and down in SEO management.

Apple TV+ gets its first award nomination via 'The Morning Show'

Apple had been hoping that Apple TV+ would rake in some awards, and it's taken just two months to get its first nomination. But it isn't a huge one.

YouTube unveils top Indian ads watched in 2019

 Google India recently announced its annual YouTube advertisement leaderboard for India, which highlighted the ads that have received the maximum views and shares from audiences across the country.Whi

Pati Patni Aur Woh & Panipat Box Office Day 4 Advance Booking: Both Experience A Huge Drop On Monday

Pati Patni Aur Woh & Panipat released at the Box Office the previous Friday. While PPAW starring Kartik Aaryan, Ananya Panday & Bhumi Pednekar opened well and continued on Saturday and Sunday

Here’s why Ranveer Singh has shifted from his house

Ranveer Singh is currently flying high on success. The last few years have simply been outstanding for the actor both in terms of performances as well as the box-office numbers. In his last release Gully Boy, the actor played a boy from the slums who dares to dream big and also backs himself to achieve that dream. Ranveer has now began shooting for his Yash Raj project. Jayeshbhai Jordaar. A source close to the project informed us that he has also shifted base while he shoots for the film. As Jayeshbhai Jordaar will be shot at Goregaon Film City in Mumbai, Ranveer has shifted from his Prabhadevi home where he stays with his superstar wife Deepika Padukone and is staying at his Goregaon home until he wraps up his schedule of the film.

Not Work Commitment, Alia Bhatt & Ranbir Kapoor’s Wedding Has Hit THIS Roadbloack?

Lovebirds Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor are going really strong in their relationship. The duo is often spotted spending quality time together and the fans are eagerly waiting for the couple to get hit

Mona Singh To Exchange Wedding Vows With An Investment Banker In December; Puts Shoot Schedule On Fast Track To Avail Shaadi Ki Chutti

Known to keep her personal life under wraps, actress Mona Singh finally reveals that she is tying the knot to a South Indian, investment banker. Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin fame actress will be taking the plunge in December and hence is busy finishing her shoot for her ongoing TV show, Kehne Ko Humsafar Hain

A clarion call for today

Pavana Gowda shares what it takes to choose the right film and how she gives every film her best shot

10 details you may have missed in this year’s White House Christmas decorations

First lady Melania Trump unveiled the 2019 White House Christmas decorations in several glittering rooms on Monday, keeping with the theme of “The Spirit of America.”

Pelosi gets standing ovation at Kennedy Center Honors

Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) received a standing ovation at a Trump-less Kennedy Center Honors late Sunday, which largely stayed away from political talk but had moments that alluded to the tense

Barack and Michelle Obama Just Bought a Beachfront Mansion on Martha’s Vineyard

Former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama are two of the latest residents of Martha’s Vineyard, which is located off the coast of

This Day in History: Dec. 9

On this day, Dec. 9 …   1965: “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” the first animated TV special featuring characters from the “Peanuts” comic strip by Charles M. Schulz, premieres on CBS.   Also on this day:

DOJ watchdog report on Russia investigation set for release

Good morning and welcome to Fox News First. Here's what you need to know as you start your Monday ...

Salvation Army Angle Tree Program needs help

The Salvation Army Angle Tree Program needs help as many gifts have not been returned and still hundreds of Angels have not been claimed

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Hazel Miller grants 11 scholarships

Hazel Miller grants 11 scholarships

Blackpool butcher helps the homeless

Every year up and down the country, Salvation Army centres and churches will be providing a hot Christmas dinner for any homeless person on Christmas Day.

Carson Lueders Spends Time With Fans After Performing at Macy's National Believe Day Event

Carson Lueders writes a letter to Santa Claus with a young fan during Macy’s National Believe Day event on Friday (December 6) in New York City.

VA Tech Wabag, Ion Exchange rally over 15% after NGT grim report on water pollution

Va Tech Wabag is a multinational player in the water treatment industry.

Northumbrian Water-an energy mix that delivers for the planet

Embracing a mix of sustainable energy sources, a zero carbon future is high on the agenda for Northumbrian Water...

Tighter climate rules seen erasing US$2.3 trln in firms’ value

Tighter government climate regulations by 2025 could wipe up to US$2.3 trillion off the value of companies in industries ranging from fossil fuel producers to agriculture and car makers, an investor group warned, Reuters reports. Any abrupt policy shifts risk severely disrupting current investment strategies, Principles of Responsible Investing (PRI), a group representing investors with…

Delhi fire tragedy: A tale of failed regulation and chaotic urbanisation

The political economy encourages vast, largely unregulated industrial activity, in utter violation of labour, safety and environment laws

Tighter climate policies could erase $2.3 trillion in companies value: report

LONDON (Reuters) - Tighter government climate regulations by 2025 could wipe up to $2.3 trillion off the value of companies in industries ranging from fossil fuel producers to agriculture and car makers, an investor group warned in a report.

Prasa placed under administration – minister

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Mbalula’s Prasa-administration announcement is welcomed by Scopa

Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula’s announcement that he had decided to place state-owned Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa under administration with immediate effect has been welcomed by the Standing Committee on Public Accounts.

Mbalula: Placing Prasa Under Administration Will Get It Back On Track

JOHANNESBURG – Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula said his decision to place Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (Prasa) under administration with immediate effect will allow for rapid action to get the parastatal back on track. Mbalula made the surprise announcement at a briefing in Braamfontein on Monday shortly after informing staff about the decision, which […]

Royke Tumilaar appointed Bank Mandiri president director

State-owned lender Bank Mandiri’s shareholders have officially appointed Royke Tumilaar to be the bank’s new president director.

FIRS: Buhari appoints Nami to replace Fowler (Updated)

President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed Mohammad Nami, a renowned tax consultant to replace the Chairman of Federal Inland Revenue Service, FIRS....

Preston woman hosting bumper raffle in aid of Lostock Hall hospice that cares for her dad

A Preston woman is hosting a raffle with more than £1,300 worth of prizes in aid of the Lostock Hall hospice that cares for her dad.

Courier readers can donate £5 to charity for chance to win jewellery worth £1,200+

Courier readers are being offered the chance to own treasures they helped harvest in a nationwide charity appeal which has already raised over £20,000.

Blackpool dolls house has raised funds for charity

A dolls house has a new home for Christmas after being sold for £120 and raising funds for charity.

Large turnout for Tree of Light dedication

A congregation of more than 100 attended the Rotary Tree of Light dedication service at St Mary’s Church, Shrewsbury.

Fundraiser launched for children of Bristol mum who died suddenly in her sleep

'Carrie was very loved and a bubbly and outgoing person.'

12 days of school choice begins in Hillsborough County

Hillsborough County kicked off 12 Days of School Choice on Monday as they prepare to launch the most new programs in the district's history.

Hazel Miller grants 11 scholarships

Hazel Miller grants 11 scholarships

SBCC Staff Takes Care of Students During Wildfire

When flames from the Cave Fire in the Santa Ynez Mountains above Santa Barbara erupted on Monday, Nov. 25, evacuation notices, fluctuating power and poor air quality prompted the closing of all three Santa Barbara City College campuses on the days before Thanksgiving. That didn't stop the staff and counselors of SBCC's Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) from serving their students, however.

Clearwater High School students spread message of unity, create January Unity Walk

Some kids in Pinellas County are hoping to inspire other kids their age.

Cincinnati Zoo, Miami Valley Gaming expanding in Warren County

TURTLECREEK TWP. — The Cincinnati Zoo and Miami Valley Gaming racino are both moving forward with big expansions in Warren County.

Vistara signs codeshare agreement with Lufthansa

India Business News: Vistara has entered into a codeshare pact with German airline Lufthansa, the sixth such agreement with an international airline as the domestic full s

Vistara signs codeshare agreement with Lufthansa, 6th with overseas airline

As part of the agreement, Lufthansa will add its 'LH' designator code to nearly 18 Vistara-operated flights every day covering ten Indian cities, including Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai

Indian Full Service Carrier Vistara Signs Codeshare Pact With German Aviation Major Lufthansa

New Delhi (Sputnik): The aviation sector in India contributes $72 billion to its Gross Domestic Product. The country has 464 airports, of which 125 are owned by the government. According to Indian Commerce Ministry statistics, Foreign Direct Investment in India’s aviation sector reached $1.8 billion between April 2000 and December 2018.

SAS to open direct route to Haneda

Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS) announced a direct route to Tokyo Haneda International Airport from Copenhagen Kastrup. The route gives travelers better access to downtown Tokyo and with All Nippon Airways (ANA), a fellow Star Alliance member, the route will increase connectivity to 30 domestic destinations in Japan. The direct Copenhagen-Haneda route will be served by SAS’ new Airbus A350 aircraft. As the most environmental-friendly airplane on the market, the A350 will reduce emissions by 30 percent compared to earlier generations of similar

Airbus stock outperforms Boeing as 737 uncertainty continues

Some expect Airbus’s shares to continue to benefit from the confusion in 2020.

The Battle Over New York Fashion Week Continues, as IMG Files Suit Against Fashion Week, Inc.

Behind the scenes of the bi-annual New York Fashion Week shows, which play host to the offerings of esteemed brands like Oscar de la Renta, Marc Jacobs, and Proenza Schouler to an array of exciting younger names, an ugly legal battle has been underway. For a half-a-decade, an escalating fight over t

Sports Illustrated owner Maven taps former publisher of New York magazine

New York magazine’s publisher Avi Zimak has been named to a top post at Maven, the tech and publishing company that is overseeing Sports Illustrated. Zimak, who also served as chief revenue officer

Pamela Fiori on Her New Book, How Journalism Has Changed and the Hearst Union

Pamela Fiori, former editor in chief of Town & Country has penned a new tome charting the rise and fall of Holiday magazine.

This Day in History: Dec. 9

On this day, Dec. 9 …   1965: “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” the first animated TV special featuring characters from the “Peanuts” comic strip by Charles M. Schulz, premieres on CBS.   Also on this day:

It may not be HQ2 but AOC declares victory and trolls Amazon over New York expansion

Can we call it HQ1/2?

Xerox expects revenue growth of up to $1.5 billion with HP takeover

(Reuters) - Xerox Holdings Corp (XRX.N) expects its proposed acquisition of personal computer company HP Inc (HPQ.N) to result in sales growth of as much as $1.5 billion for the combined company, according to a presentation by the printer maker.

Takeover bids intensify for Just Eat food app

Prosus increases its cash offer for the food delivery firm.

Merger Arbitrage Mondays - Thoma Bravo's Acquisition Of Instructure Includes A Go-Shop Provision

Merger activity increased with five new deals announced.The acquisition of Audentes Therapeutics by Astellas Pharma.The acquisition of AK Steel Holding Corporation by Cleveland-Cliffs.

Naspers spin-off Prosus ups Just Eat offer to £5.1-billion

Naspers spin-off Prosus has raised its bid for UK food delivery firm Just Eat as it tries to win over investors and beat out an offer from rival Takeaway.com.

Prosus Boosts Just Eat Bid To $6.5B

Naspers-owned Prosus upped its bid to $6.5 billion to acquire London's food delivery service Just Eat, putting pressure on rival buyer Takeaway.

Chipotle has nurses who check if workers are actually sick or just hungover

At a conference last week, the CEO of Chipotle said the restaurant chain now has nurses on call who check whether some workers who call in sick are actually ill or just hungover.

Chipotle CEO: If employees call in sick, a nurse might make sure they're not faking it

According to Chipotle Mexican Grill CEO Brian Niccol, when their restaurant workers call in sick, they might have to talk to a nurse to make sure they’re not fibbing. “We have nurses on…

Away Warns Employees Not To 'Like' Or 'Fave' Article Detailing Execs' Psycho Behaviour

If we’ve learned nothing else this year, it’s that behind every breezy inspirational lifestyle brand advertising vast sunny horizons lurks a demon tyrant draining the sweat and blood of Millennial urbanites slaving day and night in the miserable dungeons of Slack....

A formerly vegan influencer followed the meat-only carnivore diet for 30 days and her fans are not happy, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Alyse Parker grew her 728,000-strong following by posting about veganism under the name "Raw Alignment." She's now performed a complete U-turn.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

A formerly vegan influencer followed the meat-only carnivore diet for 30 days and her fans are not happy

A formerly vegan influencer has divided her followers by following the carnivore diet for 30 days.

Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi makes foray into Japanese market

Xiaomi Corp., the world's fourth-largest maker of smartphones, is entering the Japanese market, embarking on a quest to win the hearts of iPhone-loving Jap

Xiaomi takes on Apple in Japan with Mi Note 10 featuring 108-megapixel camera

The Mi Note 10 will cost approximately $486

Xiaomi Is The World's Fourth Largest Smartphone Maker

According to the official introduction, Xiasomi has become the world's foruth largest smartphone maker after Samsung, Apple, and Huawei.

Samsung Executives Jailed For Two Years Following $3.9 Billion Fraud Case

Korean tech giant Samsung is in trouble with the law once again as three executives have been sentenced to prison today. Take a look here!

Huawei to roll out Harmony operating system to more products next year, but not phones and tablets

Huawei unveiled its proprietary OS in August as a possible alternative to Google’s Android, as it copes with trade restrictions by the United States that threatens to cut its access to technology made by U.S. firms

Big Hit Entertainment denies 'News Room's claim that BTS sought legal advice regarding profit dispute

BTS is reportedly seeking legal advice against their agency Big Hit Entertainment.According to the December 9 broadcast of JTBC's news program 'News R…

South Korea jails three Samsung Electronics executives over evidence destroyed in probe of alleged fraud

SEOUL (Reuters) - A South Korean court on Monday jailed three executives of Samsung Electronics (005930.KS) for their role in a plot that included burying computers under factory floors at its biotech affiliate, in an investigation of alleged accounting fraud.

Actor Shane Nigam meets Minister

Presents his side of story

Samsung executives guilty of destroying evidence in fraud case

Three employees jailed for up to two years in case linked to $3.9bn accounting fraud

British father, 36, jailed in UAE after being victim of identity theft

Atif Khalique, 36, had applied for what he thought was a job and provided all his personal details.

Mapping South Australia’s big mines and new projects

We profile South Australia's largest and most ambitious mining operations, from significant uranium projects to the world’s largest zircon mine.

Beyond cricket and curry: India could be the next big thing

The India-Australia relationship has been a bit stuck - but it doesn't have to be that way.

Queensland's Games bid gets tourism tick

Preliminary costs in May 2019 estimated it would cost $5.3 billion to stage the 2032 Olympics and Paralympics in Queensland, but tourism boss says the bid will give Queensland 'focus'.

India moves up one spot in human development index: UNDP report

India is ranked 129 out of 189 countries according to a report by the United Nations Development Programme.

India moves from 130 to 129 in human development index: UNDP report

In India, 27.1 crore people were lifted out of poverty from 2005-06 to 2015-16, UNDP India resident representative Shoko Noda said. India ranked 130 last year. The steady progress was due to nearly three decades of rapid development, which had seen a dramatic reduction in absolute poverty, along with gains in life expectancy, education, and access to health care, she said.

Nairobi governor pleads innocent to graft charges, bail ruling Wednesday

NAIROBI (Reuters) - The governor of Kenya’s capital Nairobi pleaded not guilty in court on Monday to corruption and other economic crimes involving millions of dollars.

Tun Samy Vellu Has Alzheimer’s, Dementia; Son Says He Can’t Make His Own Decisions Anymore

Politics is a tricky business but having family in politics is even trickier. What happens in your family is no longer a personal affair but instead becomes a heavily publicised one. This former minister who has been missing from the limelight has resurfaced again but unfortunately, it's not good news.…

Pete Buttigieg asked if taking big money out of politics includes not taking money from billionaires, he responds: 'No'

Pete Buttigieg implied that he would take money off billionaires and closed-door fundraisers during a terse exchange with a student activist, amid growing criticism of the Democratic candidate’s fundraising strategy.The 2020 presidential candidate has come under scrutiny for his decision to take money

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Elizabeth Warren reveals she earned $2 million from 30 years of private legal work as she feuds with Pete Buttigieg over financial transparency

Buttigieg's campaign has honed in Warren's previous private legal work, seeking to cast her as a "corporate lawyer" at odds her campaign message.

Boris Johnson, polarising leader focused on Brexit

Johnso­n's relaxe­d style and lack of attent­ion to detail has led to accusa­tions of incomp­etence

Brian Monteith: This Brexit General Election could undermine trust in politicians even more

No side has been able to wholly convince the electorate of their main campaign claims, writes Brian Monteith.

Boris has fishy start to last few days by campaigning in Labour heartland

The prime minister will spend the final three days targeting voters in traditional Labour strongholds.

Finland is about to get the world’s youngest Prime Minister

At just 34 years old, Sanna Marin is about to make history as she becomes the world’s youngest prime minister.

Labour's Thangam Debbonaire hits back after Greens claim they are the only Remain party in Bristol West

Ms Debbonaire also implied a vote for the Greens was a vote for a 'protest party' that would keep the Tories in power

Takeover bids intensify for Just Eat food app

Prosus increases its cash offer for the food delivery firm.

Naspers spin-off Prosus ups Just Eat offer to £5.1-billion

Naspers spin-off Prosus has raised its bid for UK food delivery firm Just Eat as it tries to win over investors and beat out an offer from rival Takeaway.com.

Prosus Boosts Just Eat Bid To $6.5B

Naspers-owned Prosus upped its bid to $6.5 billion to acquire London's food delivery service Just Eat, putting pressure on rival buyer Takeaway.

Just Eat takeover battle hots up with fresh $6.5 billion Prosus bid

AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - Prosus (PRX.AS) raised its unsolicited cash offer for British food delivery service Just Eat (JE.L) to $6.5 billion on Monday, ratcheting up the pressure on rival bidder Takeaway (TKWY.AS) in their bitter takeover battle.

Prosus hikes hostile bid for Just Eat

LONDON, Dec 9 — Prosus, Europe’s largest consumer-tech company, said today it has hiked its hostile takeover bid for Just Eat, in an attempt to derail the latter’s merger deal with peer Takeaway.com. Prosus announced in a statement that it has lifted its bid to £74 pence per share or about...

Aster Medical Centre expands with plastic surgery department

Doha: As part of an initiative to expand its services, Aster Medical Centre, a division of Aster OM Healthcare, the largest private healthcare network in the country,  has announced the opening of outpatient consultancy in plastic surgery. 

Procter & Gamble Health launches ‘Panache’ to assist doctors

Procter & Gamble Health Limited (formerly known as Merck Limited) has announced the launch of Panache, a platform to support India’s Gen X doctors in their medical education journey.India has

Mount Sinai Hospital emergency department is a ‘war zone,’ workers say

Mount Sinai Hospital is considered one of the best in the country — but its emergency department is a “war zone” and a danger to the very patients it is supposed to save, current and former

Prestige Assurance appoints new Managing Director

Prestige Assurance Plc has appointed Sarberswar Sahoo as its new Managing Director following the expiration of Dr Balla Swamy’s tenure.

Fylde coast health professionals work together to help patients tackle winter illnesses

As the cold weather grips the Fylde coast, health services have joined together to ensure residents are kept well this winter.

As a Facebook moderator I saw the worst of humanity. We need to be valued

Murder, torture, child abuse: each day we see things that keep us awake at night. Yet Mark Zuckerberg calls us ‘overdramatic’, says former Facebook moderator Chris Gray

Should we start asking our friends if they're in the right 'headspace' to chat?

Are you in the right headspace to read an 900-word feature?

Byte Me #10: Very old dildos, deadly lipstick, and a tanned asshole

Welcome back to Byte Me, our feminist newsletter that makes everyone mad <3

Why are people on Tinder swiping right on Kombucha and 'realness'?

For all of the seemingly strange new online dating trends, mating in the 21st century is surprisingly similar to what it’s always been

MacKenna On Monday: Blame Must Also Lie With Those That Supported John Delaney

Picture the scene. Better again, consider the mindset. Last Tuesday night, three of our elected repr

Esperance Shire owed nearly $40k in unpaid rates

The Shire of Esperance is set to take its pursuit of unpaid rates to the next stage, with more than $39,000 owing. According to the December, 2019 council ag...

Inheritance Tax rules could be changing. Here's 10 facts you need to know...

With potential changes in inheritance tax rules on the horizon, Ian Lowes, managing director of Lowes Financial Management, offers some advice

10 Tax Moves to Make Before 2020

Time is running out to get yourself set up for success when tax filing season starts up early next year.

Man Loses House After Failing To Pay $8.41 In Property Taxes

An 83-year-old man has sued the government after losing his house over an outstanding debt of just $8.41 in property taxes

California fines CVS $3.6 million for failing to recycle

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California is fining the nation’s largest pharmacy health care provider a record $3.6 million for failing to redeem deposits on bottles and cans at some of its locations, regulators said Monday. The California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery, better known as CalRecycle, said its investigation found that 81 of CVS Pharmacy’s …

What a grateful Whitley Bay couple are doing to say thanks for IVF on the NHS

Frank Bailey and Bianca Lockey have been given three rounds of IVF on the NHS and Frank is raising £3,500 for the Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Charity - the cost of one round of IVF - with a sponsored beard shave

Fundraiser launched for children of Bristol mum who died suddenly in her sleep

'Carrie was very loved and a bubbly and outgoing person.'

Man who hasn't cut his floor-length hair in 20 years to chop it off for charity

Andrew hopes to raise thousands with his epic haircut.

Watch the moving carol service as campaigners refuse to give up fight over closed Jarrow hospice

Campaigners hoping to return palliative care services to the Primrose Hill site held candles and sang carols under the hospice's Christmas lights

Poverty blighted my childhood. I’m voting to help today’s cold and hungry kids

Boris Johnson’s government is predicted to impoverish hundreds of thousands more children, says author Kerry Hudson

Airtel Launches Non-expiry Data Bundles, 5MB To Sell At Ksh1

Kenya's second-largest telco Airtel has launched non-expiry data, months after its rival Safaricom launched a similar product.In the new plan, 5MB of data will cost Ksh1, and a Ksh2 call rate acro

Airtel Launches No-expiry Data and Voice Bundles

The new offerings are targeted towards customers who are looking to meet their communication needs with ease and not worry about...

Airtel scraps expiry dates on data, voice as subscriber numbers continue to grow

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 - Airtel Kenya has launched no expiry data and call rates that will allow customers to spend as low as 1 bob for 5MB data and to make calls at 2bob

Top CEOs call out CompCom over #DataMustFall

Telkom’s Sipho Maseko and Johan van Zyl of African Rainbow Capital argue that the competition watchdog’s decisions on data prices will do more harm than good.

Telecommunications: The bright spot in a fragile economy

The positive momentum in Nigeria’s telecommunications sector continued into the month of October

Recycling returns to Golden Plains Shire

Recycling collected in Golden Plains Shire will no longer automatically go to landfill from next week.

‘Our Beaches Are Not Ashtrays’ Anti-Litter Campaign Launched On Cape Town Beaches

“Our Beaches are not Ashtrays” is the message of a public awareness drive targeting Cape Town beachgoers over the busy festive season. The campaign is an initiative of tobacco company Philip Morris SA, and is supported by the City of Cape Town and the Clean C NGO, which runs regular beach-clean-ups along the coastline on […]

Scale model of Springbank dam tests flood diversion impacts, raises critics' ire

While final approval of the Springbank dry dam has been held up by regulatory hurdles, a model has been quietly built, far from prying eyes.It’s a 1/16-scale version of the project — co…

Environment is the big winner in latest Council funding

Monday 9 December

Smell and health worries over chicken farm plan

Opponents of a proposals to build a 120,000-chicken farm in Llangadfan say the area is already struggling to cope with intensive farming practices.

Scores killed in India factory fire - The Nation Newspaper

At least 100 people were sleeping inside the factory, which mainly makes school bags, when the fire started. More than 60 have been rescued...

‘There Were No Safety Features’: Outrage Follows New Delhi Fire

The blaze at an illegal factory in New Delhi was one of the worst in recent years. The victims were migrant laborers from poor villages.

Firemen hailed as heroes in Delhi horror blaze

Two fireman who rescued 27 people were hailed as heroes Monday after Delhi's deadliest fire in decades killed 43, prompting outrage that safety regulations were yet again ignored.

Deadly India fire in one of thousands of illegal factories

NEW DELHI (AP) - Day laborers in one of New Delhi's most congested neighborhoods demonstrated against unsafe working conditions on Monday, a day after at least 43 people were killed in a devastating fire at an illegal factory there.

Still no news on man 'unaccounted for' after huge house fire - one week after it happened

His next-of-kin have been informed, but the property still cannot be accessed

Patrick Harvie outlines importance of ‘climate election’

The Scottish Greens co-leader said it is important to have Green voices at Westminster to push other parties into taking strong climate action.

Patrick Harvie outlines importance of ‘climate election’

The Scottish Greens co-leader said it is important to have Green voices at Westminster to push other parties into taking strong climate action.

Patrick Harvie outlines importance of ‘climate election’

The Scottish Greens co-leader said it is important to have Green voices at Westminster to push other parties into taking strong climate action.

Labour's Thangam Debbonaire hits back after Greens claim they are the only Remain party in Bristol West

Ms Debbonaire also implied a vote for the Greens was a vote for a 'protest party' that would keep the Tories in power

Delingpole: Britain’s Political Class Has Surrendered to the Green Blob

The entirety of Britain's political class, left and right, has surrendered to the Green Blob. Why do the Tories pander to the enemy like this?

Why Your Budget Needs 'Sinking Funds'

In last week’s post on How to Budget for Unexpected Expenses, I described sinking funds as “one of the best budgeting hacks ever,” which means it’s time for me to tell you how they work....

How to treat your money well

India Business News: NEW DELHI: Regret is tough to deal with.

New changes are coming to contactless payments that means your card could decline more often

The new rules could make Christmas shopping a lot more stressful

How to free yourself from your parents money habits, and claim financial independence

If your family avoided financial topics, you may find yourself uncomfortable managing money.

Should I buy from Kickstarter?

You can find many interesting things on Kickstarter. We explain why it's not like normal online shopping, and the things to watch out for before you spend any money.

Invest In Crypto Stocks Instead Of Actual Cryptocurrency

Just a few short years ago, buying up cryptocurrency was all the rage. In theory, you could spend a little on Bitcoin or one of the other popular cryptocurrencies, and cash out with an astonishing rate of return....

Analysts Claim Indirect Investment in Cryptocurrency and Blockchain helps Manage Massive Risks

There has been an extra amount of negative sentiment directed towards cryptocurrencies in the last few weeks as Bitcoin slowly winded down from $8500 to $6800 over the course of a month. Many wealth managers believe it is better to gain exposure to this space by investing in publicly listed companies that are working with blockchain and multiple cryptocurrencies, reported by LifeHacker, December 8, 2019.

Tim Draper Asserts $250,000 Still in Bitcoin’s Scope as Price Flails

For some reason or another, many investors and analysts have begun to fear the worst for the medium-term outlook of the Bitcoin market over the past few months.

IDEG Launches 2 Bitcoin Trusts in Asia

Digital asset management firm IDEG Investment on Sunday announced the launch of two crypto trusts - Asia Bitcoin Trust I and Atlas Mining Trust I.

Kraken Adds GBP Support for U.K.; What This Means for Crypto Market

Crypto asset exchange Kraken has added two new options for GBP deposits and withdrawals in attempts to speed up the exchange of funds for users. Related

Mearns woman offers own wedding dress to brides affected by Perthshire bridal store collapse

A newly-married Mearns woman has offered her wedding dress to brides left without gowns after a Perthshire wedding dress firm collapsed last month.

Exeter's fondly remembered 'celebrity' hairdresser passes away in husband's arms

Such was her talent that she was asked by Ford Motors to design a hairstyle – The Capri – to coincide with the launch of the Ford Capri in 1969

Woman opens shop selling black dolls as a way to cope with grief

She's hoping to make male dolls too.

Status symbols for a new decade! Tatler reveals the all-new badges of honour that prove you're upper class - including owning several passports and a £1,425 BBQ loved by Meghan Markle

Some people just can't help wanting to keep up with the Joneses, and if you're eager to take stock of your social standing, Tatler has produced a list of the new must-have status symbols.

Family's fury over M&S Christmas tree that's getting scathing reviews

Marks and Spencer advertises the £35 tree as a “sparkling surprise”

£13m Arbroath active travel plan hits bump in the road over cash question

A divide over Arbroath active travel proposals to transform the town-splitting A92 dual carriageway has seen a bid to halt the multi-million pound scheme blocked.

Cash doubt over £13m Arbroath dual-carriageway scheme

A divide over Arbroath active travel proposals to transform the town-splitting A92 dual carriageway has seen a bid to halt the multi-million pound scheme blocked.

'Extend and upgrade the Metro': Planning expert's plea to politicians vying for Number 10

James Hall said improving the Metro should be a key manifesto commitment from the main political parties

Inside the estate where 'hundreds of kids are starving and mums live off energy drinks'

Charity says 600 people in small community in Wales are relying on food bank parcels to eat

'Spider's web' of cycle paths in Swansea is leading the way forward, say campaigners

The council has secured £5.5 million this year alone to create more cycling and walking facilities

Perthshire villagers rally round to save Christmas lights after vandals wreck them

The spirit of Christmas is alive and well in Kennoway despite vandals wrecking the village's festive lights.

Scrooges ban tenants from putting Christmas wreaths on their doors

They have been deemed a fire hazard.

Bakery owner 'devastated' by demolition, says city must police absentee landlords

As Susan Adamucci drove her 12-year-old son to school last Wednesday, she heard on the radio that a building was in peril in downtown Buf...

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'Some stuff we receive is disgraceful': Charity asks public to stop donating soiled or dirty items

Members of the public who donate to homeless charities this Christmas are asked to refrain from handing in soiled duvets and underwear or blankets which have previously been used by dogs and are covered in hair.

Mudslides strand hundreds of tourists in New Zealand town

Authorities said road access to Franz Josef is not likely to be restored until Friday.

Nearly 1,000 tourists stranded in New Zealand town following landslides

Authorities say road access to Franz Josef is not likely to be restored until Friday

Weather chaos: tourists stranded on West Coast for days

Weather chaos: tourists stranded on West Coast for days

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‘There Were No Safety Features’: Outrage Follows New Delhi Fire

The blaze at an illegal factory in New Delhi was one of the worst in recent years. The victims were migrant laborers from poor villages.

Nissan likely to be fined $22 million by Japan's markets watchdog

Japan's markets watchdog will likely recommend soon that the financial regulator fine Nissan Motor Co Ltd about 2.4 billion yen ($22 million) over false reporting on its financial statement, public broadcaster NHK reported on Sunday. Nissan's former Chairman Carlos Ghosn was arrested in Tokyo in November last year over allegations of financial misconduct, including understating his salary by around 9.1 billion yen ($84.71 million) over a period of nearly a decade and temporarily transferring pe

South Korea jails three Samsung Elec execs over evidence destroyed in probe of alleged fraud

A South Korean court on Monday jailed three executives of Samsung Electronics for their role in a plot that included burying computers under ...

Trucking giant Celadon files for bankruptcy after ex-officials charged with fraud

An Indiana trucking company with nearly 4,000 employees said Monday it filed for bankruptcy and will shut down all operations, just days after two former officials were charged in a fraud

Swedbank revamps management after money laundering probe

STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Swedbank (SWEDa.ST) said on Monday its chief risk officer was leaving as the Swedish bank’s new CEO revamps its structure to regain customer trust after a money laundering scandal sent its shares down 40% in the past year.

BuzzFeed UK threatened with being dissolved over late accounts

The online media business is already more than two months late and risks fines unless it files its 2018 financial information soon.

What to Do If You Want More Purpose, Passion, and Meaning

You don’t find your purpose; you create it by doing these three things. If you follow these steps, you'll experience far more meaning and passion.

Got a Showoff in the Office? Here's How to Manage Their Behavior

It doesn't always happen just because of an overactive ego.

In the New Year, Try These 8 Things to Stay Constantly Improving at Work

The new year brings with it new resolutions, goals, and attitudes; bring that energy into the work place and stay constantly improving throughout the year with these 8 tips.

Your Daily Horoscope for Tuesday, December 10

Free daily horoscope for each star sign. Forecasts for the week ahead in life, love and career.

'My daughter's 16 and might be around alcohol. So I'm looking at my own behaviour.'

What you do at home matters.

India: Analysing the fiscal impact of income tax cuts – Standard Chartered Bank

Economist at Standard Chartered Bank offered their take on the fiscal impact of an expected personal income tax cut – aimed at boosting consumption de

Marginal Rejig In GST Structure Can Be Combined With Income Tax Cuts

The right thing to do is to accept a slightly higher rate of fiscal deficit in the short run.  

Slowdown only cyclical, India's growth potential not lost: Chief Economic Advisor

Subramanian said that there was, needless to say, a slowdown in the economy but it needs to be assessed whether it was structural or cyclical in nature. Indias GDP growth in Q1 of the current financial year, fell to a 6-year low of 5%, while Q2 slowed down further to 4.5%. The Reserve Bank of India has also lowered its GDP forecast for 2019-20 from 6.1% to 5%.

Big tax cuts may be coming for middle class in next Budget; here's why

Responding to a question at an event in Delhi recently, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman also said that the government was looking at myriad suggestions and the relaxation on personal income tax was one of them before it presents the Union Budget 2020 in February next year

Recent cut in corporate tax rate was done to boost investments: CEA

"Private investment is the driver of economic growth. Steps that we are taking, be it corporate tax rate cut, be it code on wages and industrial relations, is to try and create a more favourable environment for investment," Subramanian said at the FICCI Young Leaders Summit

2,000 people from over 100 countries will become Irish citizens today

Such ceremonies were put on hold after a High Court ruling in July.

2,000 people from more than 100 countries to be conferred with Irish citizenship today

The ceremonies take place at the Gleneagle Hotel Convention Centre which is now the venue for the foreseeable future for the conferring ceremonies.

Explained: Who is Sanna Marin, only 34, and set to be the world’s youngest Prime Minister?

All five parties in Finland's ruling coalition are led by women, and four of them are in their early thirties. The ruling coalition is Centre-Left in political orientation.

Finland’s Sanna Marin set to become world’s youngest prime minister at 34

She will lead an alliance of five parties that are all headed by women.

Sanna Marin of Finland to Become World’s Youngest Prime Minister

At 34, Ms. Marin will head a coalition made up of five parties, in a government led by women.

UK PM Johnson on Heathrow: might be difficult to lie before bulldozers

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Monday he would try to find a way to honor his promise to oppose Heathrow airport expansion by lying down in front of bulldozers but that it might be difficult for him. The British parliament has approved an expansion plan for Heathrow, including building

UK PM Johnson on Heathrow: might be difficult to lie before bulldozers

LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Monday he would try to find a way to honor his promise to oppose Heathrow airport expansion by lying down in front of bulldozers but that it might be difficult for him.

Boris Johnson casts fresh doubt on '£100billion' HS2 rail project saying it will cost 'an awful lot of money'

Boris Johnson hinted at a rethink on the massive scheme - which would affect his own Uxbridge constituency - saying the government would review whether funding could be 'better spent'.

Boris Johnson takes private jet to avoid drive from Doncaster to Teesside

The prime minister flew the 84 mile journey to target Labour heartlands in the north east of England.

Boris has fishy start to last few days by campaigning in Labour heartland

The prime minister will spend the final three days targeting voters in traditional Labour strongholds.

Top CEOs call out CompCom over #DataMustFall

Telkom’s Sipho Maseko and Johan van Zyl of African Rainbow Capital argue that the competition watchdog’s decisions on data prices will do more harm than good.

Shareholders in revolt over EOH pay policy

EOH is in the cross-hairs of shareholders over executive pay, with an astonishing 65% of shareholders voting against the group’s remuneration policy and its implementation at Thursday’s AGM.

EU regulators to review rules defining companies' market power

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - EU regulators will review two-decade old rules that determine if companies have the market power to throttle rivals or control prices to take into account globalization and digitalization, Europe’s antitrust chief Margrethe Vestager said on Monday.

How a few common financial mistakes are costing small businesses

Stats and experts reveal that a few common mistakes in financial management are often proving to be heavy for small businesses all around. Some of the issues ar...

Trade war goes digital: countries eye tariffs on Internet economy

Potentially forcing people to pay duties on software and movie downloads.

Naspers spin-off Prosus ups Just Eat offer to £5.1-billion

Naspers spin-off Prosus has raised its bid for UK food delivery firm Just Eat as it tries to win over investors and beat out an offer from rival Takeaway.com.

Takeover bids intensify for Just Eat food app

Prosus increases its cash offer for the food delivery firm.

Prosus Boosts Just Eat Bid To $6.5B

Naspers-owned Prosus upped its bid to $6.5 billion to acquire London's food delivery service Just Eat, putting pressure on rival buyer Takeaway.

Just Eat takeover battle hots up with fresh $6.5 billion Prosus bid

AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - Prosus (PRX.AS) raised its unsolicited cash offer for British food delivery service Just Eat (JE.L) to $6.5 billion on Monday, ratcheting up the pressure on rival bidder Takeaway (TKWY.AS) in their bitter takeover battle.

Prosus hikes hostile bid for Just Eat

LONDON, Dec 9 — Prosus, Europe’s largest consumer-tech company, said today it has hiked its hostile takeover bid for Just Eat, in an attempt to derail the latter’s merger deal with peer Takeaway.com. Prosus announced in a statement that it has lifted its bid to £74 pence per share or about...

Crypto Analyst Calls Big Bitcoin Breakout in Three Days – BTC, XRP, Ripple, Litecoin Newsflash

A crypto analyst known in the industry as The Cryptomist says Bitcoin may be poised for a big breakout. In a series of tweets to her 43,000 followers, the analyst says BTC appears to be in an ascending triangle and could breakout in a matter of days.

Tim Draper Asserts $250,000 Still in Bitcoin’s Scope as Price Flails

For some reason or another, many investors and analysts have begun to fear the worst for the medium-term outlook of the Bitcoin market over the past few months.

Ho, Ho, Ho, or No, No, No: Will BTC See a Santa Rally This Year?

Since its creation, the price of BTC has often seen sustained increases through the last week of the year. Could this year be different?

Crypto Community Crowns Tezos (XTZ) As The New ‘Ethereum of 2017’

Ever since its launch last year, Tezos has done quite a lot to improve its feats and keeps on doing so. As the company appears to continue with

Bitcoin Road to $100K: Peter Brandt Explains the When and How

Bitcoin is heading towards the $100,000 mark, according to veteran commodity trader Peter Brandt, who shared his analysis in a new video clip. However,

Irish skincare company Integumen raising £1.4m from share placing

Company to use funds to help boost revenues as it looks to double size of its laboratory

3 Healthcare Stocks to Buy and Never Sell

A holding period of forever sounds perfect for these top-tier businesses.

3 Top Small-Cap Stocks to Buy Right Now

One way for investors to build wealth is to find great companies with growth potential while they're still small.

Vector - Still Not Covering Dividend, Current Share Price Is A Gift To Longs, Sell

Even after a 50% dividend cut, Vector is still not covering its dividend. Don't take my word for it - the CFO just admitted it! Bond holders are getting paid over 10.5% while equity investors will be

If You Haven’t Ditched NBEV Stock Yet, Now Is the Time

NBEV stock is an irredeemable loser. The CEO is selling shares and the company is in debt and losing money.

Russian Malware Kingpin Named as Head of “Evil Corp” by NCA, FBI

Evil Corp's malware kingpin drives a Lamborghini with the number plate "Thief" – working from the basements of Moscow cafes to fleece victims globally.

Exclusive: PR software firm exposes data on nearly 500k contacts

iPRSoftware exposed data on 477,000 media contacts, including 35,000 user password hashes, to the public internet via an Amazon Web Services repository.

Mysterious Hackers Strike BMW And Hyundai

Cybersecurity is more important than ever not only for governments but also for global corporations, includ...

New steps against scammers

Some of Canada's telephone providers are being called on by the country's telecom regulator to add to their arsenals in the battle against phone scammers.

Phone service providers expected to adopt new caller ID verification program

Some of Canada's telephone providers are being called on by the country's telecom regulator to add to their arsenals in the battle against phone scammers.

Government debt is not a free lunch

With interest rates on government debt at multi-decade lows, a number of leading economists have argued that almost every advanced economy can allow debt to drift up toward Japanese levels (over 150 percent of GDP even by the most conservative measure) without any great concern about long-term consequences. Advocates of much higher debt might be…

Rupee climbs

But so does debt It has been a rough ride for the PTI government in terms of the economic issues it has had to face. The slide of the rupee against the US dollar, record inflation, ri

A bold escape from a negative rate world

The Riksbank will be the first central bank in Europe to exit negative rates, which have fostered political and social discontent without any material economic recovery.

Special report: We need more than GDP growth (part 1)

Why measuring GDP is not enough.

Where households can save their money

Recent trends show a decent return in low-risk instruments. However, inflation has diminished the actual income on savings

Highlights of the day: Memory maker slows fab construction

Although the memory market looks to be heading towards a recovery in 2020, suppliers are cautious about expanding supply. Winbond is building a new plant in Kaohsiung, southern Taiwan, with completion originally slated for year-end 2020 and commerical production for 2021. But now the company has now to January 2022. Meanwhile, ASE reportedly is the one providing semiconductor for packaging Qualcomm's freshly launched Arm-based processors for notebooks.

SAIL reworks marketing strategy to draw high volume sales in November

Company clocks 36% YoY rise in volume sales to 1.40 million tonnes

China tech/Lenovo: battle standard

Beijing should remember that all armies depend on their supply lines

Parker: CoolIT delivers Direct Liquid Cooling solutions to data centres

A Calgary high-tech company, which is providing Direct Liquid Cooling (DLC) to the world’s most demanding data centres, has recorded 100 new hires this year and is planning for more growth.Co…

This Dividend-Paying Chip Stock Could Switch Up a Gear in 2020

Secular end-market growth should be a catalyst for chipmaker Analog Devices in the new year.

New rules for managing wild horses, burros on horizon

Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Federal agents soon might expand methods to manage wild horses and burros on public lands, including unrestricted sales that could lead to slaughter for meat and sterilizing on the range, according to a rule proposed by the Department of Interior.

Scale model of Springbank dam tests flood diversion impacts, raises critics' ire

While final approval of the Springbank dry dam has been held up by regulatory hurdles, a model has been quietly built, far from prying eyes.It’s a 1/16-scale version of the project — co…

Smell and health worries over chicken farm plan

Opponents of a proposals to build a 120,000-chicken farm in Llangadfan say the area is already struggling to cope with intensive farming practices.

The Parable of the Sick Pig and the Lonely Rooster

I still believe that living gently on the land will produce an ecological paradise. I also fear the global collapse of agriculture.

Extinction Rebellion calls on Government to end over-fishing

The campaign group said the country must put a halt to the practice by January 1 2020 as part of a legal requirement.

Finland’s Sanna Marin set to become world’s youngest prime minister at 34

She will lead an alliance of five parties that are all headed by women.

Explained: Who is Sanna Marin, only 34, and set to be the world’s youngest Prime Minister?

All five parties in Finland's ruling coalition are led by women, and four of them are in their early thirties. The ruling coalition is Centre-Left in political orientation.

Sanna Marin of Finland to Become World’s Youngest Prime Minister

At 34, Ms. Marin will head a coalition made up of five parties, in a government led by women.

Finland: Sanna Marin to become world's youngest PM at 34

Finland's left-wing Social Democrats, who lead a five-party coalition government, have picked 34-year-old Minister of Transport and Communications Sanna Marin to become the country's youngest-ever prime minister next week, taking over after the resignation of Antti Rinne.

Finland picks world's youngest PM, women-led cabinet

Finland's new prime minister - the world's youngest premier - will have a finance minister two years her junior in a new women-led coalition cabinet after a political shake-up, party officials said on Monday.

Labour’s pledge to cut rail and bus fares would benefit the whole country

Millions can’t afford to run a car but have to, simply because the public transport system near them is so appalling, says author Lynsey Hanley

Why your boss should let you work from home

Lancashire has one of the lowest percentage of employees working from home and it is about time the county’s businesses had a rethink argues CEO Toby Harper

All we want for Christmas is... for politicians to commit to helping disabled workers

As we hurtle towards the polls this week, my thoughts are turning to how disabled people can make their voices [...]

Auckland Strike Action

Auckland bus operators are enraged at the inconvenience to passengers affected by continued bus driver strike action. Even those operators not directly affected by strikes are appalled at the behaviour of First Union and Tramways Union and their aggressive bully tactics which has included assaulting staff and damaging vehicles.

'Extend and upgrade the Metro': Planning expert's plea to politicians vying for Number 10

James Hall said improving the Metro should be a key manifesto commitment from the main political parties

India climbs one spot to 129th in 2019 human development index: UNDP

In India, 27.1 crore people were lifted out of poverty from 2005-06 to 2015-16, UNDP India resident representative Shoko Noda said

India moves from 130 to 129 in human development index: UNDP report

In India, 27.1 crore people were lifted out of poverty from 2005-06 to 2015-16, UNDP India resident representative Shoko Noda said. India ranked 130 last year. The steady progress was due to nearly three decades of rapid development, which had seen a dramatic reduction in absolute poverty, along with gains in life expectancy, education, and access to health care, she said.

India moves up one spot in human development index: UNDP report

India is ranked 129 out of 189 countries according to a report by the United Nations Development Programme.

India rises one rank to 129 in human development index

Schemes such as Ayushman Bharat, PMJDY crucial for development, says UNDP official

India makes modest progress in Human Development Index, fares poorly in gender equality

In India, 27.1 crore people were lifted out of poverty from 2005-06 to 2015-16. The steady progress was due to nearly three decades of rapid development, which had seen a dramatic reduction in absolute poverty, along with gains in life expectancy.

We’ve crunched the numbers – nationalisation would be a bargain

Our research shows nationalisation would pay for itself in seven years, says David Hall, visiting professor at the University of Greenwich

UK apprenticeship levy’s low take-up highlighted by survey

Two years after its launch, half of the companies covered by the scheme have yet to spend anything

Shareholders in revolt over EOH pay policy

EOH is in the cross-hairs of shareholders over executive pay, with an astonishing 65% of shareholders voting against the group’s remuneration policy and its implementation at Thursday’s AGM.

Labour’s plans to nationalise services: Everything you need to know

The party’s manifesto said it would like to take mail, water and train operators, among other things, back under public ownership.

Labour’s plans to nationalise services: Everything you need to know

The party’s manifesto said it would like to take mail, water and train operators, among other things, back under public ownership.

Online users slam MOE for providing misleading statistics and poor justification on scholarships for foreign students from India

It was reported that scholars from India under scholarships administered by the Ministry of Education (MOE) would be arriving in Singapore this month and next month. They are essentially scholarship holders of A*STAR Youth Scholarship and SIA Youth Scholarship. Some would be going to Sec 3 while others to pre-university 1. Since the announcement, there …

Book containing vulgarities not on MOE's recommended list, chosen by school

SINGAPORE: A novel containing vulgarities was not part of the recommended text list from the Ministry of Education (MOE) but selected by a school ...

Johnson to Introduce 3 Types of Work Visas for Foreigners on the Island

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that he will introduce three types of work visas if he wins the upcoming December 12th parliamentary elections. The first category of visas - "exceptional talent" - will be issued to scientists, geniuses from start-ups and people who will contribute to the growth of the UK economy.

Finland is about to get the world’s youngest Prime Minister

At just 34 years old, Sanna Marin is about to make history as she becomes the world’s youngest prime minister.

Julia Roberts joins Michelle Obama in Vietnam to encourage girls' education

'Even if your families don't understand that today, trust me they will, when you go off to college or start your businesses.'

Loan defaults mainly due to salary delays, biz downturns, says survey

The survey comes months after official data showed that unemployment is at a four-decade high, the pace of economic growth slipping to a six-year low

India set to be among top advertisement markets in 2019: GroupM and Zenith

The overall market size is expected to reach Rs 95,000 crore

There’s No Scare In NSO’s Consumption Data; It’s All About Falling Costs Of Food And Health Services

Falling costs of food and healthcare seem to have contributed to the fall in rural household expenditure.

Late payments: Firms wait twice as long for cash in 2019

The UK’s small and medium-sized businesses are being stretched by customers failing to pay them on time, according to a [...]

Rupee climbs

But so does debt It has been a rough ride for the PTI government in terms of the economic issues it has had to face. The slide of the rupee against the US dollar, record inflation, ri

Beijing kicks overseas kit out

China directed all government offices and public institutions to replace non-domestic computer equipment and software ...

China Orders All Government Offices, Public Companies To Replace Foreign PCs, Software

Beijing retaliates for Huawei blockage

China tells government offices to remove all foreign computer equipment

China has ordered that all foreign computer equipment and software be removed from government offices and public institutions within three years, the Financial Times reports.

China Announces A 3-Year Plan To Remove All Foreign Computer Equipments, Software And Replace With Home-Grown Products

China Announces A 3-Yr Plan To Remove All Foreign Computer Equipments, Software And Replace With Home-Grown Products

Beijing orders Chinese government to dump all Windows PCs by 2022

China replace all Windows PCs for government use for security reasons by 2022 due to a new government directive to "uncouple" for western technology

Challenge to prison-needle ban postponed to Dec. 17

A court hearing to challenge the federal government's ban on needles for drug-using prisoners has been postponed to next week.

Mount Trenchard direct provision centre must close, says Limerick charity

Residents of Foynes centre living in ‘the most challenging’ asylum conditions in Ireland

Massachusetts lab to pay $26M for scheme with Texas doctors

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Boston Heart Diagnostics Corporation agreed to pay nearly $27 million to settle claims that it allegedly paid doctors in Texas and waived patient co-payments in exchange...

Inhofe, Horn chide Tinker housing contractor

U.S. Sen. Jim Inhofe and U.S. Rep. Kendra Horn leveled harsh criticism last week at the contractor accused of negligence and fraudulent activity while operating private housing at Tinker Air Force Base and other military installations. Inhofe, chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, referred to Balfour Beatty Communities as “notorious.” Horn, a member of the House Armed Services Committee, told a company executive she was “incredibly disappointed you have failed to live up to your responsibility for taking care of the people that are living in these houses.” At a hearing of his committee, Inhofe asked Air Force Secretary Barbara M.

Court orders meeting with foreigners in church amid ‘crisis’

All parties were also ordered to file reports by 09.00am on Friday so the court could understand how the matter was being resolved.

Biden says no foreign business for family if he wins White House

Democratic presidential hopeful Joe Biden says his family members would not engage in any business abroad if he were to win the White House next year, citing the activities of Donald Trump

Bongino rips Biden for response to Ukraine allegations: Why does he think he's 'immune' from questions?

Fox News contributor Dan Bongino asked Monday why former Vice President Joe Biden seems to believe he's "immune" from having to answer tough questions over his son's business dealings with a Ukrainian gas company. 

Joe Biden Claims No One Told Him About Potential Conflict of Interest With Hunter's Job at Burisma

Former Vice President Joe Biden said no one told him about the appearance of conflict of interest when his son Hunter took a job at Ukrainian gas company Burisma during his interview with NPR.

Biden Says He Doesn’t Actually Know What Hunter Did In Ukraine: ‘I Trust My Son’

Former Vice President Joe Biden grew defensive during an interview with Axios that aired Sunday evening, calling out reporter Mike...

Biden blames staff, says nobody ‘warned’ him son’s Ukraine job could raise conflict

Former Vice President Joe Biden claimed in a new interview that when his son Hunter was a board member of Ukrainian energy company Burisma Holdings while he was in office, no one informed him that it could pose a problem.

Amazon is getting free access to NHS medical data

As fear mounts in the UK at the prospect of the NHS being sold in part or in whole to the US, the government has decided to give Amazon access to National Health Service data for free.

Amazon's NHS Collaboration Will See the US Company Get Access to Medical Data for Free

It turns out that the government's deal with Amazon to provide medical date for Alexa to parrot at people is a bit shit for the NHS.

NHS data is a goldmine. It must be saved from big tech

Health datasets play a vital role in medical research. The UK could be losing a valuable public resource, says James Meadway, associate fellow of the Institute for Public Policy Research

More than half of NHS devices are still running Windows 7

And 20 per cent of Trusts have no plans to upgrade

Brussels asks news groups to describe their data deals with Google

Questionnaire sent to publishers is part of wider competition probe

Costco talk continues Tuesday with Lake Stevens City Council

Last time, there was no vote on the proposed wholesale store. Now the council has another chance.

Deadline for green belt housing protests on Wolverhampton border

Last chance for Wolverhampton residents to contact South Staffs Council over proposed development to build 1,350 new homes on much-loved green belt land near borders

Deadline looms for comments on plan to expand paid street parking in Cape Town | Cape Argus

Cape Town residents have been reminded to comment on a proposal to expand the areas subjected to paid street parking.

New studio flats to be built in Bolton town centre

Nine new apartments will be built at the site of an empty warehouse

Crowley Webb brings blue-collar vibe to renovated digs

Crowley Webb has come a long way since its founding 33 years ago. What started as a small firm with an office on lower Franklin Street in...

Edmonds-Woodway junior excels in academics and activism

Audrey, 16, is active in theater and started a feminism club. “I’m very vocal, always raising my hand.”

'My daughter's 16 and might be around alcohol. So I'm looking at my own behaviour.'

What you do at home matters.

Kiernan Shipka and Yara Shahidi Discuss the Anxiety and Hope That Come From Turning 20 in 2020

The Gen Z wunderkinds talk with National Youth Poet Laureate Kara Jackson about what it means to come of age in the first year of the new decade.

Collective Voice: My internet persona was nothing like me

To most people in real life, I would be that sweet little kid they always knew, but to others online, I would be the opposite.

Jennifer Beals on Returning to The L Word and Why Bette Declares “Death Is Coming”

Jennifer Beals spoke with us about the iconic Showtime series, its revival, and bringing "visibility to a community under attack."

EUR/USD keeps highs as Eurozone Dec Sentix Investor Confidence beats estimates with +0.7

Investor confidence in the Eurozone improved sharply in December amid looming US-China trade tensions and German recession, the latest data published

Global stocks whacked as China export decline highlights trade war damage

LONDON, Dec 9 — Global equity markets were in a sombre mood today after Chinese export data highlighted the economic damage from the 17-month long trade war and re-focused attention on a crucial December 15 tariff deadline. The only big winner of the day was the British pound which surged to...

European stocks stutter as attention turns to trade deadline, central bank meetings

LONDON, Dec 9 — European stocks fell today as worries about a Chinese economic slowdown and the US-China trade war outweighed Friday’s strong US jobs data, in a quiet start to trading before several big events later in the week. The Federal Reserve meets on Wednesday and new European Central...

Take Five: Euphoria to despair and back again

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Dollar holds ground as central bank meetings loom, pound jumps

LONDON, Dec 9 — The dollar held its ground today thanks to last week’s stronger-than-expected jobs data, although worries about US/China trade talks kept gains in check, while Britain’s pound jumped on the latest polls ahead of this week’s election. Sterling hit a fresh 2-1/2 year high...

Oman vs Dubai: How does the cost of living compare?

Oman and Dubai may offer very different experiences

Xizi elevators and market competition in Nigeria

With the population of Nigeria hitting over180 million and the designation as Africa’s largest economy, the country is seen as the next global investment

Airbnb invests as Zeus corporate housing raises $55M at $205M

As Airbnb absorbs more and more of the demand for housing, it’s exploring how to monetize opportunities beyond vacation rentals. A marketplace for longer-term corporate housing could be a huge business, but rather than build that itself, Airbnb is making a strategic investment in one of the market leaders called Zeus Living, which will list […]

Subscription Services Top Santa’s 2020 Gift List

Recurly discusses the newer trend, reflected in Cyber Monday data, among consumers to give the gift of subscription services during the holiday season.

Why SamsClub.com CEO Says It’s A $60B Tech Start-Up

Sam's Club is most commonly thought of as a wholesale membership retail experience, but Sam's Club's says it more resembles a tech start-up that a retailer.

Brian Monteith: This Brexit General Election could undermine trust in politicians even more

No side has been able to wholly convince the electorate of their main campaign claims, writes Brian Monteith.

Jeremy Corbyn refuses to say if he will quit if Tories win General Election

The Labour leader said voters have a 'very clear choice' on Thursday.

UK parties in final campaign push for Thursday election - The Nation Newspaper

THE main political party leaders are continuing to push their election pledges to voters, as the campaign enters its final few days...

BBC goes to war with Boris Johnson after the Prime Minister hints the TV licence fee could be SCRAPPED as he says it doesn't 'make sense in the long term'

Boris Johnson said he was looking at whether it made long-term sense to impose a £154.50 annual levy on all homes with TV sets. Dominic Cummings is leading a review of the BBC's funding.

John McDonnell joins Arlene Foster in attack on PM 'you can't trust'

Shadow chancellor backs DUP leader’s criticism of Boris Johnson as Labour vows to end austerity in February

Wellington rail upgrade full steam ahead

Hon Phil Twyford

Rail improvement works in Lancashire this Christmas

Rail teams are to work across Christmas to improve drainage on the main rail link out of Preston.

Western Gateway residents fear developer holding up Swallow roundabout upgrade

Fed-up residents living in the Western Gateway are demanding a leading property developer fulfills its pledge to upgrade the Swallow Roundabout.

Ghana considering ‘sea bus’ system to fight consistent traffic, here’s how

The Coastal Development Authority in Ghana has said that it is considering a proposal to develop a ‘sea bus’ system to promote transportation between coastal regions.

Traffic and transportation strategies for the 2020 Games

Innovative traffic and transportation management strategies are being developed to handle the surge in travelers and traffic during the games and the various trial events.

Anthill Ventures, Rana Daggubati launch scale up platform for startups

The startups might receive investments to the tune of $1,00,000 upfront and up to $1 m upon programme completion

FableStreet raises ₹21 crore in Series A led by Fireside Ventures

FableStreet, a premium work wear brand for women, has raised ₹21 crore in Series A led by Fireside Ventures.Industry honchos, including Pradeep Parameswaran, President for Uber India and South Asia; D

StartersHub, micro VC from Istanbul and San Francisco, to invest in 60 startups from central and eastern Europe

StartersHub, an early-stage tech investment fund based in Istanbul and San Francisco, will back 60 eastern European startups over the next four years in an effort to bridge the gap between pre-seed and seed funding. Arda Aşkin, managing director at StartersHub, explained: “Despite the fact that a record €0.7 billion was invested in CEE startups […]

Paris-based Ankorstore, the B2B marketplace redefining retail, raises €6 million to expand across Europe

Just two weeks after ​Ankorstore’s official launch, the Paris-based startup has closed their first round of funding at €6 million, led by Global Founders Capital, Alven and Aglaé Ventures. Over the next few months, Ankorstore ​plans to triple its workforce​, by hiring developers, business developers and customer support.

Amazon India bets on vernacular, voice & videos to help sellers boost sales

Amazon also announced its partnership with CII to conduct awareness workshops and training in pre-identified locations to enable small and medium businesses start their e-commerce journey.

Oil prices stumble on weak China exports hangover

Oil prices fell on Monday after data showing China's overall exports of goods and services shrank for a fourth straight month, sending shivers ...

Oil slips as weak China exports highlight trade war impact

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Oil prices fell on Monday after data showed Chinese exports declined for a fourth straight month, sending jitters through a market already concerned about damage to global demand by the trade war between Washington and Beijing.

Opec production cuts compliance could push oil price to $70

The combination of strong production cut compliance from Opec and its allies and a US-China trade deal could push the price of Brent crude to $70 in 2020.

Oil bulls gearing up for a rally, but Trump may play spoilsport

Oil traders should remain cautious and not get too carried away by the Opec+ saga​.

Goldman raises oil forecast on Opec output cuts

The bank revised its Brent spot price forecast to $63 per barrel for 2020.

IIT-Madras placements: 184 firms offer 831 jobs

The top recruiters during 2019-20 include Micron Technology India Operations with 31 offers ; Intel (20); Microsoft India (19) and Tata Consultancy Services (16).

IITs end first week of placements on a high note, beating last year's show

IIT Kharagpur gets more than 1,000 job offers in a record five days, with 144 companies visiting the campus till Dec 5

IIT-Madras placements phase-I concludes with 848 offers, most from core domain

Most offers, in the phase I, were made by Micron Technolgy India operations with 31 offers followed by Intel and Microsoft with 20 and 19 offers, respectively.

Tracking deals: Fireside leads ₹20 cr round in SARVA

 SARVA, a leading yoga studio chain, has raised ₹20 crore in its first institutional round led by Fireside Ventures with participation from angel investors. It will use the money to double the retail

'EV charging biz to grow at 50 by 2022 in India'

Power and energy management firm Delta Electronics expects its electric vehicle charging business in India to grow around 50 per cent per annum in the next three years with more car makers bringing their EVs into the country, according to a senior company official. The company, which has

‘Follow your passion’: PM Imran tells success mantra to youth

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday urged the youth to follow their passion in order to succeed while addressing an event at the National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST).

Follow your passion to succeed, PM Imran advises youth

Premier lauds Fawad Chaudhry for showing "passion for a ministry that no one cared about".

PM Khan inaugurates Pakistan's first 'Science and Technology Park'

Prime Minister Imran Khan has on Monday said that those people who abandon their vision do not succeed ever. READ MORE: Hospital management suspends medical

SDG Hackathon 2019 concludes

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Dr Sania Nishtar, the Prime Minister’s Special Assistant on Social Protection and Poverty Alleviation, was the Chief Guest at the concluding Award Ceremony for the SDG Hackathon 2019 and the Women SDG Challenge Cup 2019, a premier tech initiative by Jazz in partnership with Code for Pakistan and OPEN Islamabad, held at the National Incubation Center in Islamabad on December 6, 7 and 8, 2019. Dr Nishtar, on behalf of the government of Pakistan, extended a hand of partnership, friendship, and collaboration, to the private sector and other stakeholders, to explore the unanswered set of questions in the framework of Ehsaas, which is the government’s new welfare program aimed at embracing innovation and helping the marginalized segments of the country. Saif Chi, CEO Huawei Pakistan was also present as a Guest of Honour, and generously provided giveaways for the winning teams. “We truly believe that Pakistan has great talent, a glimpse of which we witnessed today through the amazing ideas that…

First batch of students graduate from Huawei ICT Academy at Kohat University

By Hamid Khan Wazir KOHAT, Pakistan: In what appears to be great development, the first batch of technologically-trained students has graduated from Huawei ICT Academy at Kohat University of Science and Technology (KUST). The HCIA Certification Exam was conducted last week where 66 candidates enrolled in the first batch of training from which 55 took the exam, 48 passed and got the HCIA Certification. This Certification covers network fundamentals like connection methods of popular networks, their construction etc. The academy at Kohat University of Science and Technology located in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Kohat District was inaugurated in May 2019 by the Federal Minister Shehryar Khan Afridi and the Director of Huawei’s Enterprise Business Department Wang Xuesong with the aim to deliver technology trainings, encourage students to get certified and develop talent with practical skills for the ICT industry and community.

Meet the "Blue Magpie": Taiwan's New Domestically-Made Fighter?

Here's what we know.

China’s advanced type PCL191 multiple rocket system in strategic proximity to Taiwan – reports

A report in the latest issue of Modern Ships praises the Chinese multiple launch rocket system called the Type PCL191 as the most cutting-edge piece of weaponry capable of firing both rockets and ballistic missiles. The modular launcher appears to be based on the AR3 system intended for the export market. Unlike other weaponry on display in Beijing during China’s National Day military parade on 1 October, the Type PCL191, dubbed by CCTV as “a self-propelled rocket launcher with precision strike capability”, traveled up and down the streets of the capital loaded on the back of heavy-duty trucks almost anonymously, the report has it. It also gives an in-depth description of the system’s capacity saying it can carry eight 370 mm (14½ inch) rockets – each with a range of 350 km (220 miles) – or two 750 mm Fire Dragon 480 tactical ballistic missiles, capable of flying up to 500 km. According to PLA Daily, an MLRS brigade was stationed with the 72nd Group Army in Huzhou, in the province of Zhejiang on China’s eastern…

China’s Cutting-Edge PCL191 Multiple Launch Rocket System in Strategic Proximity to Taiwan – Reports

The new PCL191 system is understood to be capable of destroying multiple strategic targets such as airports, command points, and supply bases. One of the locations it is reportedly stationed at now is Xiamen in Fujian Province, just a stone’s throw away from Taiwan.

China's Plan for 6 Aircraft Carriers Just 'Sank'

China reportedly is slowing its plan to acquire two aircraft carriers for each of its regional fleets. Instead of speeding ahead with the development of a six-carrier fleet -- two each for the

Israeli defense firm unveils new versatile military drone

BEIRUT, LEBANON (5:20 P.M.) – The Israeli Defense firm, Elbit Systems, unveiled a new addition to its military drone line called MAGNI Unmanned Aerial System, the Sputnik News Agency reported on Monday. Citing a statement by the company, Sputnik reported that  MAGNI was developed to give soldiers and vehicle crews additional “situational awareness capabilities” in the form of a mobile intelligence gathering platform. “We wanted to give infantry a tactical eye-in-the-sky”, Erez Meir of Elbit’s Multi-Rotor business unit said. According to Elbit, the 2.5-kilo drone MAGNI can be launched in less than a minute, providing the vehicle’s crew with vision of the battlefield from above even in nighttime conditions allowing it to spot enemy units. The received surveillance information can then later be shared via a connection to the Battle Management Systems (BMS), developed by Elbit, which allows different military units to better coordinate their actions. MAGNI is capable of flying for around half an hour without landing…

PayPal’s Schulman: Why Payments’ Biggest Innovations Are Yet To Come

PayPal CEO Dan Schulman shares why he expects breakthroughs in the payments ecosystem to happen at a fast pace in the coming decade.

UBank adopts Basiq's AI-powered tools to help Millennials budget

Open banking will help the NAB subsidiary crunch data to help younger customers save more.

Can Buy Now Pay Later Solutions Cut Through The Holiday Noise?

U.S. consumers are expected to spend roughly $149 billion online this holiday season — but many are still paying off credit card bills from last year's splurge. Getting consumers to spend, without making them feel overextended, may require new methods. In the inaugural Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) Tracker, Nick Kaplan, president of fashion brand Fashion To Figure, explains how BNPL solutions are becoming key to giving consumers financial flexibility and merchants more sales.

Why SamsClub.com CEO Says It’s A $60B Tech Start-Up

Sam's Club is most commonly thought of as a wholesale membership retail experience, but Sam's Club's says it more resembles a tech start-up that a retailer.

Are We Heading Towards a Cashless Economy?

Asia, Canada, and parts of Europe are already on their way.

Steele warned that IG report contains information previously blacked out, report says

Christopher Steele, the British ex-spy and author of the anti-Trump dossier, was reportedly told that the Justice Department will release information about him that was previously blacked out in the department’s internal watchdog report on the investigation into President Trump’s 2016 campaign due on Monday.

Watchdog expected to find Russia probe valid despite flaws

WASHINGTON — The Justice Department's internal watchdog will release a highly anticipated report Monday that is expected to reject President Donald Trump’s claims that the Russia investigation was illegitimate and tainted by political bias from FBI leaders. But it is also expected to document errors during the investigation that may animate Trump supporters.

AG Barr Made Last-Minute, ‘Highly Unusual’ Decision to Alter OIG Russia Report

Attorney General William Barr intervened in the construction of the Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of Inspector General (OIG) report on the genesis of the Russia investigation in order to include de-classified information about a well-known British spy. Barr’s out-of-the-blue push for additional transparency is decidedly out of character and being viewed with askance eyes as “highly unusual.”

Barr Allows Redacted Deets About Christopher Steele To Be Released In DOJ IG Report

Attorney General Bill Barr approved the release of originally redacted details about former British spy Christopher Steele as part of...

Ivanka Trump Once Spoke with Author of ‘Steele Dossier’ About Working for the Trump Org: Report

Years prior to authoring the Steele Dossier at the center of Republicans allegations that federal authorities improperly “spied” on the Trump campaign, Christopher Steele and Ivanka Trump had been in talks about the former British intelligence officer potentially working for the Trump Organization, according to ABC News.

The next booster shot to revive economy may not be far away

Going by what the indicators are showing so far, third quarter doesn't hold any hopes of revival.

Take Five: Euphoria to despair and back again

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India set to be among top advertisement markets in 2019: GroupM and Zenith

The overall market size is expected to reach Rs 95,000 crore

Slowdown only cyclical, India's growth potential not lost: Chief Economic Advisor

Subramanian said that there was, needless to say, a slowdown in the economy but it needs to be assessed whether it was structural or cyclical in nature. Indias GDP growth in Q1 of the current financial year, fell to a 6-year low of 5%, while Q2 slowed down further to 4.5%. The Reserve Bank of India has also lowered its GDP forecast for 2019-20 from 6.1% to 5%.

Go for quality in consumption stocks: Andrew Holland, Avendus Capital

The auto sector corrected in the past year and that is why we see value and prices rebounding in some cases

Myaree customers safe from wheel clamp threat after company's contract pulled

Customers and patrons parking outside a group of shops in Myaree won't have their wheels clamped, according to a local property and business owner.

Consumer Watch: What Consumer Act says about sales of ‘old’ cars | IOL News

It seems dealerships can pretty much do as they please, flouting the Consumer Protection Act (CPA).

Millionaire travel tycoon, 70, who had to use his local library and internet cafe to get online because his brand new £2.95m apartment didn't have broadband sues the luxury block's owners for £100,000

Millionaire travel boss Stephen Shalson, 70, moved into his 30th floor deluxe flat in The Heron, Barbican, in February 2014 expecting a top quality modern set-up, he says.

Owner of £3,000,000 flat sues developer because it didn't have broadband

He wants £100,000 compensation for 'about 1,000 days' of low-tech misery.

How common abusing parent spaces is in car parks - and how much it could cost you

A snapshot revealed just how often people are willing to break the rules and risk an expensive penalty

Finland’s Sanna Marin to become world’s youngest prime minister

At just 34, the Finnish social democrat will be confirmed as the new leader on Tuesday

Finland to get youngest ever PM

Sanna Marin, Finland's youngest prime minister ever has been voted in by her Social Democratic party after the resignation of Antti Rinne.

Finnish leader Sanna Marin, 34, becomes world's youngest prime minister

Finland prime minister: The new PM Marin was the former transport minister. At the age of 27, Marin was elected the head of the city council in her hometown of Tampere

Sanna Marin Appointed As Finland’s Youngest Prime Minister Aged 34

A 34-year-old transport minister and lawmaker will become Finland’s youngest ever prime minister and its third female government leader

Sanna Marin of Finland to Become World’s Youngest Prime Minister

At 34, Ms. Marin will head a coalition made up of five parties, in a government led by women.

Google Introduces Beta Explanations that Can Explain Smaller Issues with SEO Marketing Campaigns

New system can be used by SEO marketers to identify issues that lead to ups and down in SEO management.

Apple's Ad-Targeting Crackdown Shakes Up Ad Market

Two years ago, Apple launched an aggressive battle against ads that track users across the web. Today executives in the online publishing and advertising industries say that effort has been stunningly effective -- posing a problem for advertisers looking to reach affluent consumers. The Information ...

Complications of advertising

Half the money I spend on advertising is wasted, the trouble is I don’t know which half.

Brussels asks news groups to describe their data deals with Google

Questionnaire sent to publishers is part of wider competition probe

How Netflix uses psychology to perfect their customer experience

If there’s a company that’s synonymous with seamless customer experience, it’s Netflix. It has become the defacto entertainment source for many. So much so that 15 percent of the world’s web traffic goes to Netflix. But when your experience is industry-leading, how do you evolve it without disappointing customers? The answer lies in experimentation, built on proven […]

Coal Scam: SC Asks SG To Suggest Names To Replace Special Prosecutor

The Supreme Court on Monday did not take kindly to the ED's request for changing certain investigating officers associated with the Coal-gate scam.Solicitor General Tushar Mehta had sought permission...

Supreme Court Weekly Round-Up

Consumer Forums/Commissions Cannot Consider Complaint/Appeal On Merits After Finding That It Is Time Barred [M/S. Singal Udyog V. National Insurance Company Ltd. & Ors.] The Supreme Court...

14 CBI cases against 18 serving, ex-legislators

Serving and former MLAs, MPs face probe

Delhi court allows Robert Vadra to travel abroad

The court directed him to submit a fixed deposit receipt (FDR) of Rs 25 lakh and his contact details and address of his stay abroad.

Chanda Kochhar termination: Bombay HC seeks RBI's reply before next hearing

Earlier, Kochhar had stated that ICICI Bank was under statutory obligation to obtain prior RBI approval to terminate her from service, and claimed that the bank did not seek any such approval.

Kalonzo's Little-Known Job in Museveni's Backyard

Musyoka has been serving in that capacity since 2013 and had his tenure extended in 2017, ensuring that he would serve until...

Student leaders’ tour plan draws flak

Govt. initiative to reform campus politics by taking elected student leaders to Cardiff varsity

Professor Lisa Roberts named new vice chancellor of Exeter University

She will replace long serving Professor Sir Steve Smith

First batch of students graduate from Huawei ICT Academy at Kohat University

By Hamid Khan Wazir KOHAT, Pakistan: In what appears to be great development, the first batch of technologically-trained students has graduated from Huawei ICT Academy at Kohat University of Science and Technology (KUST). The HCIA Certification Exam was conducted last week where 66 candidates enrolled in the first batch of training from which 55 took the exam, 48 passed and got the HCIA Certification. This Certification covers network fundamentals like connection methods of popular networks, their construction etc. The academy at Kohat University of Science and Technology located in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Kohat District was inaugurated in May 2019 by the Federal Minister Shehryar Khan Afridi and the Director of Huawei’s Enterprise Business Department Wang Xuesong with the aim to deliver technology trainings, encourage students to get certified and develop talent with practical skills for the ICT industry and community.

Trinity College the highest entrant on FT’s business school rankings

TCD back in the rankings for first time since 2007 as IMI and UCD Smurfit School also rise

IDEG Launches 2 Bitcoin Trusts in Asia

Digital asset management firm IDEG Investment on Sunday announced the launch of two crypto trusts - Asia Bitcoin Trust I and Atlas Mining Trust I.

Analysts Claim Indirect Investment in Cryptocurrency and Blockchain helps Manage Massive Risks

There has been an extra amount of negative sentiment directed towards cryptocurrencies in the last few weeks as Bitcoin slowly winded down from $8500 to $6800 over the course of a month. Many wealth managers believe it is better to gain exposure to this space by investing in publicly listed companies that are working with blockchain and multiple cryptocurrencies, reported by LifeHacker, December 8, 2019.

Invest In Crypto Stocks Instead Of Actual Cryptocurrency

Just a few short years ago, buying up cryptocurrency was all the rage. In theory, you could spend a little on Bitcoin or one of the other popular cryptocurrencies, and cash out with an astonishing rate of return....

OKEx to Launch Crypto Options Trading Later This Month

Crypto exchange OKEx on Monday announced its plan to launch a crypto options trading platform.

Eurex Strengthens European Bond Market with New Product

Eurex will improve its offering by launching EUR-denominated fixed income ETF options starting today

Who is Henry Gabay, Derby County's potential new investor?

The London-based businessman is in advanced talks with the Rams about an investment partnership with current club owner Mel Morris

You too could have your nest egg looked after by Goldman Sachs

Bank to offer wealth management services to individuals with as little as $5,000

Record outcome for Edinburgh legal firm Anderson Strathern

Mid-tier legal firm Anderson Strathern has booked record full-year results as it continues to secure high-profile work.

HSBC shakes up senior management after 'unacceptable' third quarter

HSBC has replaced its investment banking boss and group chief operating officer in a raft of changes due to take effect in 2020.

HSBC COO to Step Down, Amid Senior Management Changes

There’s been a number of changes to the senior management team at HSBC, which have been made as part of the next phase of the bank’s strategy.

airBaltic receives the Regional Airline of the Year Award by CAPA

The Latvian airline airBaltic received the CAPA Regional Airline of the Year award in a special ceremony in Malta on December 5, 2019. For the second time, airBaltic has been recognised as the leader of the regional aviation sector by CAPA's Aviation Awards for Excellence which is held annually since 2003 with professionals participating from airlines around the world. Martin Gauss, Chief Executive Officer of airBaltic said: “We at airBaltic have had yet another year of intense work and successful growth.

Ethiopian Group CEO named ‘Airline Executive of the Year’ by CAPA

ADDIS ABABA - Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mr. Tewolde GebreMariam has been recognized as ‘Airline Executive of the Year’ at the annual Global Aviation Awards for Excellence organized by Centre for Aviation (CAPA) in Malta on 5th December 2019. Mr. Tewolde GebreMariam won the title for his commendable individual influence on the aviation industry, demonstrating outstanding strategic thinking and innovative direction for the growth of Ethiopian Airlines and the aviation industry at large. Commenting on the accolade, Mr. Tewolde GebreMariam said,

CAPA's World Aviation Outlook Summit heads to London Stansted in 2020

CAPA – Centre for Aviation (CAPA) announced London Stansted Airport as the host of the CAPA World Aviation Outlook Summit in 2020 during this year’s Summit proceedings in Malta. To be held on 2-3 Decεμβερ 2020, the Summit will welcome over 200 aviation executives to analyse the industry’s performance over the year, discuss the current state of play and forecast the outlook of the aviation market. Covering all regions - Europe, Asia, Middle East, Americas and beyond - expert speakers will

Indian Full Service Carrier Vistara Signs Codeshare Pact With German Aviation Major Lufthansa

New Delhi (Sputnik): The aviation sector in India contributes $72 billion to its Gross Domestic Product. The country has 464 airports, of which 125 are owned by the government. According to Indian Commerce Ministry statistics, Foreign Direct Investment in India’s aviation sector reached $1.8 billion between April 2000 and December 2018.

Progress towards liberalized and harmonized regulatory frameworks key to unlocking full benefits of air connectivity

Montreal and Aqaba, Jordan, 6 December 2019 - At the Twelfth ICAO Air Services Negotiation Event taking place in Aqaba, Jordan this week, ICAO Council President Dr. Olumuyiwa Benard Aliu encouraged progress towards liberalized and harmonized regulatory frameworks for air transport, and highlighted the importance of air connectivity for sustainable development, particularly for the Middle East. “Besides the fact that air connectivity generates over 2.4 million jobs in this Region, and $130 billion dollars in Middle East Gross Domestic Product (GDP),

Got a Showoff in the Office? Here's How to Manage Their Behavior

It doesn't always happen just because of an overactive ego.

What to Do If You Want More Purpose, Passion, and Meaning

You don’t find your purpose; you create it by doing these three things. If you follow these steps, you'll experience far more meaning and passion.

Becoming a Great Business Leader: 7 Communication Secrets

Good leaders are excellent listeners and know how to convey their message clearly and confidently.

How to Make Sure Your Communication Is Effective and Doesn't Add to the Noise

Whether you're writing an email, conducting a meeting, or networking, learn to get to the point quickly.

I'm Frustrated that My Company Won't Hire My Husband

Can I get them to reconsider?

Yes Bank yet to approve Blackstone's buyout of Coffee Day's tech park

Shares of Coffee Day extended decline to as much as 14.5% in Mumbai, which is the biggest drop since July 31.

Jhunjhunwala likely to withdraw from YES Bank's preferential share offer

Lender’s board may also reject the $1.2-b offer by Erwin Singh Braich, SPGP Holdings

YES Bank likely to reject $1.2 billion offer from Canada’s Braich

The offer from Braich and SPGP made up 60 per cent of the planned capital raising.

YES Bank may reject $1.2 billion offer from Canadian investor

At a board meeting on Tuesday, YES Bank is expected to reject an offer from Canada's Erwin Singh Braich and Hong Kong-based SPGP Holdings to contribute $1.2 billion toward the fund raising

Top stocks to watch: YES Bank, Hero MotoCorp, ICICI Bank, Tata Motors and others

Shares of YES Bank will remain in focus after report suggested that the lender will reject an investment proposal of $1.2 billion from SPGP Holdings and Canada's Erwin Singh Braich

US SEC Re-Opens Infamous Bitcoin Scammer Case

According to recent documents, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) believes that the case against the serial Ponzi scammer, Renwick

US SEC Seeks to Reopen Case Against Bitcoin Fraudster, Seeks Penalties

The U.S. SEC is seeking to reopen a case against Bitcoin fraudster Renwick Haddow, as he has not resolved the regulator’s claims for monetary relief.

Ericsson will pay a yard to settle bribery charges

The judge could not be Swede into letting them off

Tougher financial accountability rules come into force in UK

Asset managers, independent financial advisers and hedge fund managers are lable for bans or nines

Dozens suffer losses in sham cryptocurrency scheme in Masaka

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Deadline looms for comments on plan to expand paid street parking in Cape Town | Cape Argus

Cape Town residents have been reminded to comment on a proposal to expand the areas subjected to paid street parking.

Keynsham fire station hotel development plan described as 'monstrous carbuncle'

People are not happy with plans to turn the former Keynsham fire station into a hotel, flats, shops and restaurant and a speech from Prince Charles was referenced in the criticism

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Whopping 550-home development in Plymouth is getting underway

The site clearance follows the removal of the industrial buildings which was given permission in March

Police patrols ramped up after series of break-ins at old psychiatric hospital in Perth

Police are stepping up patrols at an abandoned psychiatric hospital after a spate of thefts.

Probe underway into $3.3M fraud at Telenor bank

Several employees at Telenor’s Pakistan-based Microfinance Bank were accused of helping scam the operation out ...

Dozens suffer losses in sham cryptocurrency scheme in Masaka

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Swedbank revamps management after money laundering probe

STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Swedbank (SWEDa.ST) said on Monday its chief risk officer was leaving as the Swedish bank’s new CEO revamps its structure to regain customer trust after a money laundering scandal sent its shares down 40% in the past year.

Swedbank cuts management team in revamp after laundering probe

Swedbank said on Monday its chief risk officer was leaving as the Swedish bank revamps its structure to regain customer trust after a money ...

Ericsson pays $1bn to settle corruption probe

Networking giant reaches settelement following accusations of corruption by US authorities

Fear over future of disabled people's day centre

Parents have learned of plans to close ROC Creative in Paignton

My working week: 'A pupil is worried her mum will turn up at school drunk'

I work in a school with the most vulnerable children. It can be rewarding and impossibly frustrating

NHS recruitment exec, 39, hanged himself four days before Christmas after developing alcohol problem from drinking socially with friends

Steven Davis-D'Cruz, 39, who earned £80,000 a year recruiting NHS staff, developed an alcohol problem while drinking socially with friends,an inquest in Stockport, Greater Manchester heard.

Longtime Edmonds resident leaves legacy at new senior center

Rose Mary Specht’s family donated her 25 solar credits from the PUD to the Edmonds Waterfront Center.

As top women step aside, the notorious juggle is again in the spotlight

These heavy hitting women have plenty in common with the next working mother struggling with the ongoing intensity of 'the juggle'.

Bursa Malaysia ends lower on subdued sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — Bursa Malaysia finished lower today on subdued sentiments as weak export data from China, the country’s biggest trading partner, signalled weakness for the broader Asian economy. At 5pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) fell 5.73 points to 1,562.71 from Friday’s...

Market watch: Index ends in red amid lack of triggers

Benchm­ark index decrea­ses 289.44 points to settle at 40,442.81

Sensex falls 70 pts in early trade; banking stocks drag

Equity benchmark BSE Sensex on Monday fell over 70 points in early trade, dragged mainly by losses in financial and banking stocks amid persistent foreign fund outflows. The 30-share index was

Saxo Bank Reports Worst Monthly FX Volumes in 4 Years

Saxo Bank posted a month-on-month drop across the board for foreign exchange, commodities, fixed income and equities trading volumes in November.

Share market highlights: Sensex ends 43 points up, Nifty near 11,950; TCS, HCL Tech top losers

Share Market News Today | Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: The headline indices Sensex and Nifty ended marginally higher on Monday afternoon, amid volatility.

Viper Energy Partners LP (NASDAQ:VNOM) Receives $39.87 Average PT from Brokerages

Shares of Viper Energy Partners LP (NASDAQ:VNOM) have earned an average rating of “Buy” from the nineteen research firms that are covering the firm, Marketbeat.com reports. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a sell recommendation, one has issued a hold recommendation, fifteen have assigned a buy recommendation and one has given a strong […]

Cabot Oil & Gas Co. (NYSE:COG) Receives Consensus Rating of “Buy” from Analysts

Cabot Oil & Gas Co. (NYSE:COG) has been assigned a consensus recommendation of “Buy” from the seventeen ratings firms that are covering the firm, MarketBeat.com reports. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, six have issued a hold rating and nine have assigned a buy rating to the company. The […]

Tennant (NYSE:TNC) SVP Sells $40,004.36 in Stock

Tennant (NYSE:TNC) SVP David W. Huml sold 506 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, December 4th. The shares were sold at an average price of $79.06, for a total value of $40,004.36. Following the completion of the transaction, the senior vice president now directly owns 12,879 shares in the […]

Insider Selling: Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (NASDAQ:CWCO) Director Sells 10,000 Shares of Stock

Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (NASDAQ:CWCO) Director Raymond Whittaker sold 10,000 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Thursday, December 5th. The stock was sold at an average price of $16.52, for a total transaction of $165,200.00. Following the transaction, the director now owns 16,065 shares in the company, valued at $265,393.80. The transaction […]

Patterson Companies (NASDAQ:PDCO) PT Raised to $22.00

Patterson Companies (NASDAQ:PDCO) had its target price hoisted by Robert W. Baird from $19.00 to $22.00 in a research report report published on Friday, AnalystRatings.com reports. Robert W. Baird currently has a neutral rating on the stock. PDCO has been the subject of a number of other reports. Wolfe Research set a $17.00 target price […]

The US raked in a record $7.2 billion in tariffs in October, new data shows

The US government collected a record amount in tariffs in October as a trade dispute between the Trump administration and China escalated. Reven...

The US raked in a record $7.2 billion in tariffs in October, new data shows

While the White House has asserted that foreign exporters pay tariffs, there's evidence those costs largely fall on domestic business and consumers.

European companies minimise risks from US-China trade war

BEIJING, Dec 9 — European companies in China have been able to minimise the effect from the tariff war between Beijing and Washington, although some are considering relocating their businesses, the EU Chamber of Commerce said today. The world’s two biggest economies have been entangled in a...

Big European firms ‘dodging China-US tariffs by shifting supply chains’

European companies are ‘settling in’ to the trade war, Chamber president says

China to remove foreign tech from government offices amid US trade war

The policy — which reportedly affects both hardware and software — could strike a big blow to American tech companies such as Microsoft, HP and Dell.

Barack and Michelle Obama Just Bought a Beachfront Mansion on Martha’s Vineyard

Former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama are two of the latest residents of Martha’s Vineyard, which is located off the coast of

A look at why Martha’s Vineyard is a popular vacation spot for blacks after the Obamas spent $11.75M on a house

It seems the Obamas can’t get enough of Martha’s Vineyard and have decided to become permanent residents of the plush and historic Massachusetts island. According to the Vineyard Gazette, the former president of the United States and his wife purchased an almost 30-acre vacation home in the Edgartown neighborhood on December 4. They had to...

The cofounder of Tinder sold his Hollywood Hills mansion at a $2 million price cut in November — here's a look inside, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The property boasts 5,589 square feet of living space and includes a main house, a guest house, a pool, and an outdoor patio.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

No, Mr Bond, I expect you to buy! Paradise Jamaican villa on 007 author Ian Fleming’s GoldenEye estate goes on sale for £3.6million

The villa, called Strangeways, is located on the 15 acres of land the author bought in 1946 on Jamaica's north shore. It sits on top of a cliff and has views of the Caribbean Sea.

Home of the Week: Getting creative in Clarence

Buffalo native Alycia Ripley has a lot of nice things to say about the home that her mother, Maria Rizzo, has created in Clarence.

Ramaphosa roasted after ‘tone-deaf’ Eskom letter

The president visited Medupi for the first time, calling it a 'fitting symbol of the importance of our state-owned enterprises'.

Medupi is a fitting symbol of the importance of our SOEs – Ramaphosa

The problems with the construction of Medupi and Kusile power stations account for much of the financial crisis at Eskom, says President Cyril Ramaphosa, but they are a fitting symbol of the importance of the country’s state-owned enterprises.

South Africa announces stage 6 load shedding : This is what it means

Eskom pulled a shocker and announced stage 6 load shedding effectively at 6 pm today plunging the whole of South Africa into darkness.

Load shedding escalates to Stage 6 for first time in SA history

Eskom's spokesperson says ongoing rain, the inability to replenish water and diesel resources and units failing to come back online mean load shedding will endure.

Mbalula’s Prasa-administration announcement is welcomed by Scopa

Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula’s announcement that he had decided to place state-owned Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa under administration with immediate effect has been welcomed by the Standing Committee on Public Accounts.

Can a WhatsApp message lead to a binding contract?

An associate unpacks the legal implication of contracts set up via social outlets and what this means to South African law.

Cops accused of flouting laws by sourcing unlawful R6.9m donations | The Star

SAPS allegedly received Police Day gifts and sponsorships with the national commissioner’s approval

SA’s planned online porn block met with stiff resistance

The Internet Service Providers’ Association has criticised a proposal by the Law Reform Commission to require ISPs to block adult Web content, saying similar efforts have not worked elsewhere in the world.

US SEC Re-Opens Infamous Bitcoin Scammer Case

According to recent documents, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) believes that the case against the serial Ponzi scammer, Renwick

ISPA challenges proposed blocking of adult Web content in SA

The body says proposals to block all adult Web content will not protect children.

‘Never say never again’ says Ruth Davidon on return to politics after stepping down in 2021

Former Scottish Conservative leader Ruth Davidson said she would take a “never say never again” position on re-entering politics once she steps down in May 2021.

‘Never say never again’ says Ruth Davidson on return to politics after stepping down in 2021

Former Scottish Conservative leader Ruth Davidson said she would take a “never say never again” position on re-entering politics once she steps down in May 2021.

Labour's Thangam Debbonaire hits back after Greens claim they are the only Remain party in Bristol West

Ms Debbonaire also implied a vote for the Greens was a vote for a 'protest party' that would keep the Tories in power

Brian Monteith: This Brexit General Election could undermine trust in politicians even more

No side has been able to wholly convince the electorate of their main campaign claims, writes Brian Monteith.

Johnson ‘broke his word’ over Brexit union pledge, says Foster

DUP says deal will put a border down the Irish sea and threaten the union with Britain

NZD/USD consolidates last week's gains, trades above mid-0.65s

The NZD/USD pair registered one of its largest weekly percentage gains last week as it added more than 140 pips to close at 0.6563. However, with inve

USD/JPY drops to fresh five-day lows below 108.50

After losing its momentum ahead of the 110 handle at the start of the previous week, the USD/JPY pair reversed its course and closed with a weekly los

AUD/USD slides to 0.6820 horizontal support

The AUD/USD pair refreshed daily lows during the early European session on Monday and is currently placed near the 0.6820 horizontal support. The pair

Gold clings to modest gains above $1460 level, lacks follow-through

Gold edged higher on the first day of a new trading week and recovered a part of Friday's post-NFP slide to multi-day lows. The latest US monthly jobs

WTI drops 1% towards $ 58.50 amid trade tensions, weak China exports

WTI (oil futures on NYMEX) is down over $1 from three-month highs of 59.85 reached last Friday after the OPEC and its allies (OPEC+) agreed to deepen

FOMC to leave the target range unchanged – NBF

According to analysts at National Bank Financial, the highlight of the week will be the central bank’s monetary policy meeting in the US. Key Quotes “

Fed unlikely to move policy this week – Deutsche Bank

Deutsche Bank analysts suggest that the US Fed is not expected to move policy by anyone this week and is likely to maintain status quo. Key Quotes “Th

Take Five: Euphoria to despair and back again

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ECB to leave the interest rates unchanged this week – Deutsche Bank

Deutsche Bank analysts suggest that the market is expecting no changes in interest rates from the ECB this week but the meeting will be closely watche

EUR/USD keeps highs as Eurozone Dec Sentix Investor Confidence beats estimates with +0.7

Investor confidence in the Eurozone improved sharply in December amid looming US-China trade tensions and German recession, the latest data published

A British oil stock tanked 60% after the shock resignation of the CEO and head of exploration, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Tullow Oil plunged after the CEO and the exploration director suddenly quit. The company also halted its dividend and reduced its production guidance.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

A British oil stock tanked 60% after the shock resignation of the CEO and head of exploration

Tullow Oil, a British oil company, tanked on Monday morning after the company announced the resignation of its CEO and exploration director as well as cutting its production guidance. Tullow’s board also suspended its dividend.

A British oil stock tanked 60% after the shock resignation of the CEO and head of exploration

Tullow Oil, a British oil company, tanked on Monday morning after the company announced the resignation of its CEO and exploration director as well as cutting its production guidance. Tullow’s board also suspended its dividend.

Tullow’s shares go down by 50 percent as CEO resigns over poor performance in Ghana

The shares of Tullow Oil Plc on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) dropped by over 50% as its CEO, Paul McDade resigned due to the poor performance in its Ghana operations.

Irish skincare company Integumen raising £1.4m from share placing

Company to use funds to help boost revenues as it looks to double size of its laboratory

National e-commerce policy to lay down terms for treatment of non-personal, commercial data

Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) holding stakeholder consultations on the issue, says the official

How to empower small businesses in Pakistan

Marketing, payments and logistics are essential for small businesses to have sustainable exports

NHS data is a goldmine. It must be saved from big tech

Health datasets play a vital role in medical research. The UK could be losing a valuable public resource, says James Meadway, associate fellow of the Institute for Public Policy Research

Goyal says tit for tat to countries discriminating with Indian cos

"Free and equal access" is the policy adopted by this government two years ago, he said at an event organised by EXIM Bank here

The tough task of drawing up a structure and norms for a social stock exchange

Social enterprises may have to balance between improving the lives of people and earning returns

Portugal opens 300 supermarkets in 2 years

Almost 300 supermarkets opened their doors to the public in the space of just two years.

Tesco shares jump on possible sale of Asian business

Share price soars as grocery chain announces review of its Asian operations

Record Black Friday for Livingston Designer Outlet as sales hit highest levels in 19-year history

A West Lothian shopping centre has cheered a record-breaking Black Friday weekend following a multi-million-pound refurbishment and re-brand.

Tesco shares soar as investors salivate over potential sale of Asian division

Analysts believe the sale of the Thailand and Malaysia division could bank Tesco up to £7.2bn.

The best and worst regional housing markets

CoreLogic names the best and worst performing regions in the country.

No threat of job losses in auto sector: Minister tells RS

There is no threat of job losses in the automobile sector and no reason for worry, Minister of State for Heavy Industries Arjun Ram Meghwal said in Rajya Sabha on Monday. “The automobile sector is pre

Auto sector is in transition phase, no threat of job losses: Govt in RS

Union Heavy Industries Minister Prakash Javadekar said no closure of any automobile or ancillary manufacturing units has been reported in the past three years

Slowdown only cyclical, India's growth potential not lost: Chief Economic Advisor

Subramanian said that there was, needless to say, a slowdown in the economy but it needs to be assessed whether it was structural or cyclical in nature. Indias GDP growth in Q1 of the current financial year, fell to a 6-year low of 5%, while Q2 slowed down further to 4.5%. The Reserve Bank of India has also lowered its GDP forecast for 2019-20 from 6.1% to 5%.

Slowdown blues to limit rise in job creation at 7% in October-March: report

Positive hiring outlook was reported in sectors like healthcare & pharmaceuticals, information technology, e-commerce and tech start-ups, educational services, KPO, power and energy, and logistics

India to witness 7.12% rise in job creation in October-March: Report

India Business News: India is expected to witness a marginal 7% rise in job creation in the October-March period, as subdued economic conditions have dampened employment o

Packaging Forum urges Gov support to advance war on plastic

The country’s leading packaging member-based organisation is eager to work with Government to bring an end to plastic waste in New Zealand.

Plastics NZ to ‘Make Best Practice Standard Practice'

Plastics NZ Endorses Plan to ‘Make Best Practice Standard Practice’

POLITICO Pro Sustainability Insights: Circular batteries boost — Chemicals leaks — COP update

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World Bank takes a stance on Isimba hydropower project

The World Bank has approved a Management Action Plan, in response to complaints regarding the construction of Isimba Hydropower Project.

Fashion Industry Warns the World to Heed Dire Climate Warnings

The global fashion industry is drawing on its own "social and cultural weight" to lead the world into tackling climate change.

Fela No Smoke Weed Pass Me, Charley Boy Boasts

Popular entertainer, Charley Boy has bragged about his expertise in smoking weed, saying he is a better smoker than late Fela Kuti and Naira Marley.

Toke Makinwa drags Yomi Black after he dared her to explain how she affords her lifestyle

Media personality, Toke Makinwa, has dragged filmmaker Yomi Black, after he dared to question the source of her income on social media. Read more about this on Legit.ng.

Edmonds-Woodway junior excels in academics and activism

Audrey, 16, is active in theater and started a feminism club. “I’m very vocal, always raising my hand.”

Life is Strange 2 is the most important game of 2019

Life is Strange 2 is a game about familial bonds, power dynamics, adulthood, and an intolerant, hypocritical America. The first Life is Strange was excellent, but I’ve been putting off getting stuck into the second because of the wait between episodes. Now they’re all out, I’ve binged my way through it and I’ve come to […]

LIFE BY LOUIS: The high school pep-talk

I have been trying to encourage my friend that the school is quite good and the boy will turn out just fine

A British oil stock tanked 60% after the shock resignation of the CEO and head of exploration

Tullow Oil, a British oil company, tanked on Monday morning after the company announced the resignation of its CEO and exploration director as well as cutting its production guidance. Tullow’s board also suspended its dividend.

A British oil stock tanked 60% after the shock resignation of the CEO and head of exploration

Tullow Oil, a British oil company, tanked on Monday morning after the company announced the resignation of its CEO and exploration director as well as cutting its production guidance. Tullow’s board also suspended its dividend.

A British oil stock tanked 60% after the shock resignation of the CEO and head of exploration, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Tullow Oil plunged after the CEO and the exploration director suddenly quit. The company also halted its dividend and reduced its production guidance.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Tullow’s shares go down by 50 percent as CEO resigns over poor performance in Ghana

The shares of Tullow Oil Plc on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) dropped by over 50% as its CEO, Paul McDade resigned due to the poor performance in its Ghana operations.

Irish skincare company Integumen raising £1.4m from share placing

Company to use funds to help boost revenues as it looks to double size of its laboratory

LTA awards S$210 million contract for Jurong West, Bahar Junction MRT stations

SINGAPORE: Two Jurong Region Line stations will be designed and constructed by the Singapore branch of China Railway 11 Bureau Group, the Land ...

Keynsham fire station hotel development plan described as 'monstrous carbuncle'

People are not happy with plans to turn the former Keynsham fire station into a hotel, flats, shops and restaurant and a speech from Prince Charles was referenced in the criticism

Whopping 550-home development in Plymouth is getting underway

The site clearance follows the removal of the industrial buildings which was given permission in March

Road linking Timaru and Ashburton reopening midday

Road crews have worked long hours overnight to make progress on reopening a road link between Timaru and Ashburton.

Utility work to close two Marco Island roads next week

The City of Marco Island is warning drivers of two road closures that begin next Monday.

Golden Ocean Group: Very Strong Results Despite The Trade War

Golden Ocean Group delivered a phenomenal quarter despite the mixed headline numbers.The dry bulk trade set new records during the third quarter in spite of the escalating trade tensions between China

Massif Capital - Diamond Offshore Drilling Inc.

Diamond has been a painful investment for our portfolio.We invested too early in the cycle for offshore equipment, and the trough of the cycle has been extended beyond our modeled scenarios.We will ai

3 Healthcare Stocks to Buy and Never Sell

A holding period of forever sounds perfect for these top-tier businesses.

How China Mobile Sustains A 5% Dividend Yield, In 5 Charts

China Mobile is the largest mobile phone operator in the world, again trading at a 5% dividend yield backed by steady free cash flows.Compared with both domestic and US telecom counterparts, China Mob

SAIL reworks marketing strategy to draw high volume sales in November

Company clocks 36% YoY rise in volume sales to 1.40 million tonnes

Greens demand Zahradil conflict of interest probe

The Greens are demanding an internal investigation by the European Parliament into Czech MEP Jan Zahradil following a story by this website on possible conflicts of interest in his role as lead negotiator on the EU trade deal with Vietnam. "These allegati...

Zahradil 'conflict of interest' probe may flounder

The European Parliament's internal body, designed to sanction MEPs for conflicts of interests, has failed to deliver any meaningful verdicts. Some are hoping a future proposal for a new independent ethics body will help hold MEPs accountable.

Human rights abusers to face future EU blacklists

Human rights abusers worldwide will, in future, face EU asset freezes and travel bans under new-model sanctions agreed by foreign ministers in Brussels.

Is Boris Johnson telling the truth on Northern Ireland border checks?

The UK prime minister has been called out as wrong for saying there will be no checks on goods between Britain and Northern Ireland after Brexit.

U.S. Lobbyists Seek Brexit Deal That Raises Drug Prices, Shreds Consumer Safeguards

The Brexit deal may be a Trojan horse for U.S. corporate interests, from Silicon Valley and American pork to pharmaceuticals.

Oil firms roll back prices

EFFECTIVE at 6 a.m. today, major and independent oil firms will implement a price rollback of their petroleum products in slightly different amounts.

Pump prices on rollback this week

Budget of Filipino consumers for fuel this week will be partly eased, as pump prices will be on a new round of rollback at the scale of P0.40 per liter for gasoline and kerosene; and P0.10 per liter for diesel.

Meralco bills go up this month

ELECTRIC consumers will pay again higher electricity bills this December as the Manila Electric Company (Meralco) will implement a power rate increase.

Gas Malaysia: Average natural gas selling price to fall for Jan 1-Dec 31, 2020

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — The average natural gas selling price applicable for Gas Malaysia Energy and Services Sdn Bhd from January 1 to December 31, 2020 will be set at RM33.65/MMBtu, lower by 2.91 per cent or RM1.01/MMBtu, compared to the current price for the distribution segment. The selling...

Petrol Price Reaches Rs 75 Per Litre, Diesel Crosses Rs 66 Mark, First Time in One Year

Though the diesel rate has been moderate, the price of petrol has been on the rise since November 9.

Nedbank notches up 1.7m digitally active customers

The bank witnesses a 30% growth rate across its digital banking platforms, with over one million app downloads.

JazzCash monthly active subscribers cross 7 million

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Emerging as the market leader for the third consecutive year, JazzCash has proudly announced an active base that now stands at over seven million users. JazzCash is fast becoming the most popular and trusted digital financial services brand in Pakistan. Transaction values have also increased by 42% compared to the previous year and have crossed the PKR 1 trillion mark; customers carried out 0.5 billion transactions through the service. On this occasion Jazz CEO Aamir Ibrahim said, “JazzCash offers its users diversified financial services aimed at meeting their evolving financial needs. The traction we have gained in terms of the number of active users, the value and the volume of transactions is evidence that we have both made headway in terms of enhancing financial inclusion and also gained customer trust.” JazzCash is on a mission to provide every Pakistani access to a range of financial services through secure and accessible channels with an easy to use USSD menu, user-friendly mobile…

Zurich-based Sonect, the app converting any shop into a ‘virtual ATM’, snaps up €7.7 million

Zurich-based Sonect has snapped up €7.7 million in Series A funding, which will go towards expansion into new markets, growing its team and strengthening its technology. 

Accuity To Power GoCardless’ Recurring Payments Expansion Into US

GoCardless entered into a collaboration with Accuity to launch a seamless way for businesses to collect payments in the U.S. via an ACH-based debit offering.

Altron acquires identity security firm Ubusha for R360m

Once integrated, Ubusha will merge with Altron’s existing Cybertech to form Altron Security Solutions.

Aspire Mining signs MoU on Ovoot coking coal project in Mongolia

Aspire Mining has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Sinosteel MECC to develop Mongolia’s Ovoot coking coal project.

Cooper Energy poised to get its Sole, Downer leaves site

Cooper Energy is close to unlocking gas from its Sole project in south-eastern Victoria. 

‘IDB membership can help project exporters penetrate LAC market’

The Export Import Bank of India (Exim Bank) has urged the the government to consider taking membership in Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). This could provide opportunities for Indian project exp

Japan’s 2nd-Largest Utility Trials Blockchain for Renewable Energy Credits

The second-largest power utility in Japan is extending its trial of a blockchain-powered system for transacting renewable energy credits.

Challenges Faced by Running Mining Operations and How to Mitigate Against it  

Whenever bitcoin mining is mentioned, it is normal for the mind to drift towards pickaxes, and getting oneself messed up with dirt while striking it big. Such thoughts aren’t far fetched from the actual meaning of bitcoin mining. 

India moves up one spot in human development index: UNDP report

India is ranked 129 out of 189 countries according to a report by the United Nations Development Programme.

India moves from 130 to 129 in human development index: UNDP report

In India, 27.1 crore people were lifted out of poverty from 2005-06 to 2015-16, UNDP India resident representative Shoko Noda said. India ranked 130 last year. The steady progress was due to nearly three decades of rapid development, which had seen a dramatic reduction in absolute poverty, along with gains in life expectancy, education, and access to health care, she said.

India climbs one spot to 129th in 2019 human development index: UNDP

In India, 27.1 crore people were lifted out of poverty from 2005-06 to 2015-16, UNDP India resident representative Shoko Noda said

India rises one rank to 129 in human development index

Schemes such as Ayushman Bharat, PMJDY crucial for development, says UNDP official

India ranks 129 in UN's human development index

India climbed one spot to 129 among 189 countries in the 2019 human development index, according to a report released by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) on Monday.

Bolton Muslim Girls School can expand to take extra 150 pupils

It's already the best-performing school in the district

Fear over future of disabled people's day centre

Parents have learned of plans to close ROC Creative in Paignton

Watch: Steve Harvey Rolls His Eyes After Reading Climate Change Question at Miss Universe Pageant

Comedian and TV host Steve Harvey rolled his eyes after reading a question about climate change to one of the contestants at the 2019 Miss Universe Pageant on Sunday.

How Do You Become a Porn Star? Webcam Model Thanks Journo For Career Motivation

In March 2019, Vice journalist Graham Isador wrote an article outlining the costs and profits of being a webcam model. He could not predict, however, what effect his story would have on the life of an ordinary American boy.

MacKenna On Monday: Blame Must Also Lie With Those That Supported John Delaney

Picture the scene. Better again, consider the mindset. Last Tuesday night, three of our elected repr

Day 5 of public transport chaos as French strike bites

President Emmanuel Macron, Prime Minister Edouard Philippe and senior cabinet ministers met late Sunday to discuss the contentious reform, which the country's powerful labor unions claim will force many to work longer for a smaller retirement payout.

Traffic jams cripple Paris as pension strikes halt trains

French President Emmanuel Macron girded for one of the toughest weeks of his presidency as his government prepares to present a redesign of the convoluted French pension system.

Day 5 of public transport chaos as French strike bites

PARIS: French commuters and tourists braced for a fifth day of public transport chaos Monday (Dec 9) as the government prepared to respond to ...

Macron's France: Fifth Day of Anti-Reform Strikes Cripple Paris

Paris commuters inched to work Monday through massive traffic jams as strikes against retirement plan changes halted trains and subways.

France braces for further travel chaos as pension strike continues

Only a fifth of high-speed trains and cross-country services are expected to run in France on Monday as strikes over President Emmanuel Macron's pension reform continue.

With many having opted to work from home last week and only now returning to the workplace, this week will test public support for the strike

France's transport chaos deepened Monday on the fifth day of a nationwide strike over pension reforms, ramping up tensions at the start of a crucial week in President Emmanuel Macron's battle with trade unions. With only two of the Paris metro's 16 lines running as normal and suburban trains

Traffic jams cripple Paris as pension strikes halt trains

French President Emmanuel Macron girded for one of the toughest weeks of his presidency as his government prepares to present a redesign of the convoluted French pension system.

Day 5 of public transport chaos as French strike bites

PARIS: French commuters and tourists braced for a fifth day of public transport chaos Monday (Dec 9) as the government prepared to respond to ...

Aucklanders stuck in traffic due to Govt policy

Todd McClay - Workplace Relations and Safety

Aucklanders stuck in traffic due to Govt policy

Todd McClay - Workplace Relations and Safety

Elizabeth Warren Built the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. It Became a Revolving Door.

When Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) began staffing up the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau in 2010 and 2011, she did something that appeared, at first blush, to be highly counterintuitive. Instead of limiting staff to those with extensive background in consumer activism and regulatory policy, she chose

Factbox: Volcker quotes on U.S. banks, inflation, government

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Paul Volcker, the towering former Federal Reserve chairman who tamed U.S. inflation in the 1980s and decades later inspired tough Wall Street reforms in the wake of the global financial crisis, died on Monday at the age of 92.

Tougher financial accountability rules come into force in UK

Asset managers, independent financial advisers and hedge fund managers are lable for bans or nines

U.S. Lobbyists Seek Brexit Deal That Raises Drug Prices, Shreds Consumer Safeguards

The Brexit deal may be a Trojan horse for U.S. corporate interests, from Silicon Valley and American pork to pharmaceuticals.

Obamacare back at the high court — with billions for insurers on the line

More than $12 billion is at stake for the nation's health insurers Tuesday when the Supreme Court hears another Affordable Care Act case.

Concrete pour with 150 trucks closes streets overnight in downtown Oklahoma City

More than 1,500 cubic yards of concrete slurry, delivered by 150 trucks, was poured overnight Friday for the foundation of a new entrance and exit ramp tower that will provide access to structured parking as part of the redevelopment of First National Center. Demolition of the 1971 First National annex facing Broadway started in July 2018 and wrapped over the summer. Developer Gary Brooks said the late-hour pour was scheduled to avoid traffic hassles and other inconveniences to downtown workers, visitors and residents as a result of the large line-up of trucks. The new tower will connect to the 1957 annex facing Park Avenue that is being converted into parking. The first two floors will be rebuilt as a retail gallery.

LOHA designs affordable housing complex for difficult site in Los Angeles

Steel shipping containers will be used to form this affordable housing complex on a triangular site in Los Angeles, designed by LOHA.

LOHA designs affordable housing complex for difficult site in Los Angeles

Steel shipping containers will be used to form this affordable housing complex on a triangular site in Los Angeles, designed by LOHA.

Whopping 550-home development in Plymouth is getting underway

The site clearance follows the removal of the industrial buildings which was given permission in March

Clean-up operations begin after Ironbridge cooling towers demolition

Clean-up operations were beginning at Ironbridge power station today following the demolition of the cooling towers.

U.S. Dollar Czar: “No Need” for Fed Issuing Digital Dollar in Next 5 Years

In recent weeks, there has been growing talk among influential U.S. figures concerning the prospects of "digitizing" the dollar via blockchain technology.

India Ends Disappointing Year in Crypto, Will 2020 Be Better?

Regardless of crypto market price action, some countries have had a better 2019 than others. India has been on the back foot for most of it ...

Moonday Mornings: IRS readies to tax your cryptocurrency — no matter what

It's the start of another week and that means it's time for Hard Fork's wrap-up of the weekend's top cryptocurrency and blockchain headlines.

PBoC to Test Crypto Yuan with Telecom Firms, Commercial Banks

People’s Bank of China is entering another stage of its tests for a crypto payment system. This will be carried out telecom firms and banks.

The Fed's recent repo crisis was the fault of big banks and hedge funds, new study finds

September's repo-rate spike was driven by big banks and hedge funds, the Bank for International Settlements wrote in a report released Sunday. T...

Finnish leader Sanna Marin, 34, becomes world's youngest prime minister

Finland prime minister: The new PM Marin was the former transport minister. At the age of 27, Marin was elected the head of the city council in her hometown of Tampere

Finland’s Sanna Marin to become world’s youngest prime minister

At just 34, the Finnish social democrat will be confirmed as the new leader on Tuesday

Finland to get youngest ever PM

Sanna Marin, Finland's youngest prime minister ever has been voted in by her Social Democratic party after the resignation of Antti Rinne.

Finland picks world's youngest PM, women-led cabinet

Finland's new prime minister - the world's youngest premier - will have a finance minister two years her junior in a new women-led coalition cabinet after a political shake-up, party officials said on Monday.

Sanna Marin Appointed As Finland’s Youngest Prime Minister Aged 34

A 34-year-old transport minister and lawmaker will become Finland’s youngest ever prime minister and its third female government leader

Book burning by Chinese county library sparks fury

Blaze complying with ministry directive meant for schools harks back to Qin dynasty and Nazi Germany, critics say

Aide of former King provides a ‘tonne’ of historical documents

Documentation Centre of Cambodia (DC-Cam) director Youk Chhang considers the new documents on contemporary Cambodian history, especially during Pol Pot’s Democratic Kampuchea regime provided by Julio A Jelres as very valuable.

Australia and coal: If the supply is reduced, renewables look better

Age readers discuss federal Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese backing the case for Australian coal exports.

Social Media Companies Aren’t Even Close to Fixing Their Bot Problem, Report Finds

Researchers with the NATO Strategic Communications Centre of Excellence released a report last week showing that – shocker! – it remains as easy as ever to buy followers and engagement on social media sites like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

How to Save a Dying Language

The Hawaiian language nearly went extinct. Now it’s being taught in dozens of immersion schools.

Petrol price hits Rs 75 per litre mark, diesel price crosses Rs 66

The increase pushed price of petrol to Rs 75 per litre in the national capital and that of diesel to Rs 66.04 per litre

Petrol price hits Rs 75 per litre mark, diesel crosses Rs 66

The increase pushed price of petrol to Rs 75 per litre in the national capital and that of diesel to Rs 66.04 per litre.

Petrol price hits Rs 75 per litre-mark, diesel crosses Rs 66

India Business News: Petrol price on Monday hit Rs 75 a litre mark for the first time in more than a year & diesel price crossed Rs 66 a litre mark in the national capital

Petrol Price Reaches Rs 75 Per Litre, Diesel Crosses Rs 66 Mark, First Time in One Year

Though the diesel rate has been moderate, the price of petrol has been on the rise since November 9.

Hero MotoCorp to hike prices by up to ₹2,000 from January

Two-wheeler market leader Hero MotoCorp on Monday said that it will increase prices of its motorcycles and scooters by up to ₹2,000 from January.The price hike will be across range of two-wheelers and

Why are people on Tinder swiping right on Kombucha and 'realness'?

For all of the seemingly strange new online dating trends, mating in the 21st century is surprisingly similar to what it’s always been

Byte Me #10: Very old dildos, deadly lipstick, and a tanned asshole

Welcome back to Byte Me, our feminist newsletter that makes everyone mad <3

'My daughter's 16 and might be around alcohol. So I'm looking at my own behaviour.'

What you do at home matters.

Should we start asking our friends if they're in the right 'headspace' to chat?

Are you in the right headspace to read an 900-word feature?

Collective Voice: My internet persona was nothing like me

To most people in real life, I would be that sweet little kid they always knew, but to others online, I would be the opposite.

Huawei stands by HarmonyOS approach

A Huawei executive revealed the company plans to expand the range of devices running its ...

Huawei to roll out Harmony operating system to more products next year, but not phones and tablets

Huawei unveiled its proprietary OS in August as a possible alternative to Google’s Android, as it copes with trade restrictions by the United States that threatens to cut its access to technology made by U.S. firms

China aims to replace up to 30 million pieces of foreign tech in government offices with Chinese tech by 2022

The Chinese government has instructed its offices to phase out technology made outside of China, including hardware and software, by 2022, according to the Financial Times.

China to Lead World in 5G Scale: Qualcomm President Cristiano Amon

According to the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology, 5G technology is expected to create more than 8 million jobs by 2030.

Xiaomi Is The World's Fourth Largest Smartphone Maker

According to the official introduction, Xiasomi has become the world's foruth largest smartphone maker after Samsung, Apple, and Huawei.

After Earnings, Watch for Workday Stock to Strike $168.50

Workday stock lean bearish on the charts. Its valuation is a little rich, particularly amid this earnings report. What's up with WDAY stock?

Time to Remodel Your Portfolio With Home Depot Stock

Home Depot stock is finally finding some support after a sharp 10% drop. HD should begin to head higher over the coming weeks.

Smartly Avoid General Electric Stock Dividend for Capital Appreciation

Reassuring news that General Electric was keeping its dividend should move GE stock higher. But, profit-taking is likely to occur first.

Shopify: Beware Of Deceleration

Shopify is up 160% year-to-date, crushing the S&P 500's year-to-date performance.While the company continues to put up record revenue each quarter, there are signs that we're seeing even more material

Monday’s Vital Data: Bank of America, Apple and JPMorgan Chase

Options trading was buzzing in Bank of America, Apple and JPMorgan Chase stock. Here are the metrics that matter moving forward.

Here’s How the US-China Trade War is Helping JD.com Stock Bulls, Bears

Don’t attempt to trade volatile and varied headlines, invest your trust in a powerful trade war pattern setting up on the price chart of JD.com.

Shopify Stock Will Continue to Amaze Investors in 2020

Shopify stock, which is up 165% this year, still has more upside opportunities like the one from last week. The triggers are close.

3 Healthcare Stocks to Buy Before the End of 2019

The year-end success of the healthcare sector has led to several strong stocks to buy. Here are three of the best healthcare stocks to buy.

Smartly Avoid General Electric Stock Dividend for Capital Appreciation

Reassuring news that General Electric was keeping its dividend should move GE stock higher. But, profit-taking is likely to occur first.

5 Cryptocurrency Trading Tips (By a Trader)

The difference between an unprofitable or slightly profitable trader, and a wildly profitable cryptocurrency trader, are often just a few tiny tweaks to the trader’s mentality and strategy.

Varonis Systems Inc (NASDAQ:VRNS) Given Average Recommendation of “Buy” by Brokerages

Varonis Systems Inc (NASDAQ:VRNS) has been given a consensus recommendation of “Buy” by the seventeen ratings firms that are currently covering the firm, MarketBeat.com reports. Four equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold recommendation and twelve have issued a buy recommendation on the company. The average twelve-month target price among analysts that […]

Oracle Co. (NYSE:ORCL) Receives $57.42 Average Target Price from Analysts

Oracle Co. (NYSE:ORCL) has earned an average recommendation of “Hold” from the thirty ratings firms that are covering the stock, Marketbeat reports. Five research analysts have rated the stock with a sell recommendation, seventeen have assigned a hold recommendation and eight have assigned a buy recommendation to the company. The average 1-year price target among […]

Analysts Set CarMax, Inc (NYSE:KMX) PT at $97.58

Shares of CarMax, Inc (NYSE:KMX) have received an average rating of “Buy” from the fifteen analysts that are currently covering the firm, Marketbeat reports. Four analysts have rated the stock with a hold recommendation and ten have assigned a buy recommendation to the company. The average 12 month price objective among brokers that have issued […]

Patterson Companies (NASDAQ:PDCO) PT Raised to $22.00

Patterson Companies (NASDAQ:PDCO) had its target price hoisted by Robert W. Baird from $19.00 to $22.00 in a research report report published on Friday, AnalystRatings.com reports. Robert W. Baird currently has a neutral rating on the stock. PDCO has been the subject of a number of other reports. Wolfe Research set a $17.00 target price […]

BIO-TECHNE Corp (NASDAQ:TECH) Director Sells $435,700.00 in Stock

BIO-TECHNE Corp (NASDAQ:TECH) Director Harold J. Wiens sold 2,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, December 4th. The shares were sold at an average price of $217.85, for a total value of $435,700.00. Following the transaction, the director now owns 7,221 shares in the company, valued at $1,573,094.85. The transaction was […]

12 high profile Lawyers Sonko has hired to represent him

His bail hearing is on going

Governor Mike Sonko Charged With Economic Crimes, Prosecution Opposes Bail

Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has been arraigned at the Milimani Law Court after his dramatic arrest on Friday, December, 6 on the charges of over Sh357 million graft case.He was presented before th

Mike Sonko gets 2 more nights in cell

Ahead of a bond ruling, prison authorities will confirm his claims of being sick.

The case against Mike Sonko

A breakdown of the specific charges the Nairobi governor faced.

Scandal hits Northern Regional Coordinating Council; top official fingered

A huge financial scandal has hit the Northern Regional Coordinating Council (NRCC) involving an official with the bursary department who is alleged to have diverted over hundred thousand Ghana cedis into his personal account through fraudulent means. Baba Osman Daney, 45, who is at the centre of the scandal, has since been transferred from the unit and according to a provisional charge sheet sighted by this portal faces charges of forgery, contrary to section 158 of the criminal offences code act 1960 (Act 29), stealing contrary to section 124(1) of the criminal offences act and corruption of public officers, could soon be arraigned before court. According to the statement of offence, the civil servant who is under the direct supervision of the Controller and Accountant General’s Department in October 2019 forged four bank cheques of the Northern Regional Coordinating Council and withdrew the total sum of GH¢119,423.60. The amount according to officials of the NRCC who lodged a complaint with the Criminal Investigation…

Eddie Cross: It cannot be Business as Usual in 2020

By Eddie Cross If there is one thing our leadership has to understand as we approach Christmas this year, it is that in 2020, we cannot continue to do things the way they have been done in the past decade. We go out of 2019 with so many areas of failure in terms of policy and activity that it is difficult to pick them out and deal with them one by one. So this weekly letter is going to cover my personal wish list for my country in 2020.

As a new breed of global inequality rises, we must unstack the deck holding millions back

In 1964, Dr Strangelove encapsulated Cold War life, unfolding under the constant threat of nuclear fallout.

How to treat your money well

India Business News: NEW DELHI: Regret is tough to deal with.

Child poverty figures show much more needs to be done

The New Zealand Maori Council has called the latest childhood poverty statistics released by the Children’s Commissioner as appalling for a first world nation and has called upon the Government to do more. Matthew Tukaki, the Councils Executive Director has also indicated that a good per head of population proportion within the data shows that Maori and Pacific communities are most affected.

Special report: We need more than GDP growth (part 1)

Why measuring GDP is not enough.

Business leaders in their own words on policy

Australian business leaders reveal what they want from government - and the big opportunity Australia missed in the past decade.

CEOs want urgent action to boost economic growth

Chanticleer's annual survey of 40 CEOs has uncovered some sage advice for government on how to kick-start the economy.

Don’t Let China Win the Green Race

America should be leading the way on clean energy, not falling behind.

Jobs of the future are clustering in a handful of US cities: Study

A new analysis of where "innovation" jobs are being created in the United States paints a stark portrait of a divided economy where the industries ...

Newcastle College-Environment is at the forefront for generations to come

Newcastle College is already at the forefront of training for the North East’s renewable energy sector...

West Lothian Council agrees to sell off historic Linlithgow buildings

The former town museum is now in private hands

20-storey Bolton tower block branded a 'blot' on the landscape

It would bring 144 new apartments to the town centre

Inside the estate where 'hundreds of kids are starving and mums live off energy drinks'

Charity says 600 people in small community in Wales are relying on food bank parcels to eat

Perth pub closes doors after nearly 50 years

PUNTERS can take home a piece of a Perth pub which has closed its doors after nearly 50 years.

Deadline for green belt housing protests on Wolverhampton border

Last chance for Wolverhampton residents to contact South Staffs Council over proposed development to build 1,350 new homes on much-loved green belt land near borders

For Growth Stocks, Profits Are The New Normal

Profitable companies outperform by a wide margin over time, even among high-growth companies, which often post losses early in their lifecycles.This year's equity market landscape is littered with hig

The 5 Best Industrial Stocks to Buy for 2020

Assuming the economy avoids a protracted slowdown next year, these companies' catalysts could deliver strong gains for investors.

Hormel: Great Dividend Grower, But Significantly Overpriced

HRL is a dividend aristocrat, with 50+ consecutive years of annual dividend increases.However, the company posted negative EPS growth in 2019 and analysts expect that trend to continue into 2020.HRL h

Elastic: Dramatically Lowered Valuation Justifies Billings Slowdown

Shares of search company Elastic have peeled back ~20% ever since reporting Q2 results.Most notably, investors hammered the company on its deceleration down to 45% y/y billings growth (on a constant c

Smartly Avoid General Electric Stock Dividend for Capital Appreciation

Reassuring news that General Electric was keeping its dividend should move GE stock higher. But, profit-taking is likely to occur first.

Nets pilots pay by face

With the tagline ‘Hungry? Face it’, Nets has launched a pilot programme testing facial recognition at a cafeteria in Denamrk.

Are We Heading Towards a Cashless Economy?

Asia, Canada, and parts of Europe are already on their way.

UBank adopts Basiq's AI-powered tools to help Millennials budget

Open banking will help the NAB subsidiary crunch data to help younger customers save more.

Why your boss should let you work from home

Lancashire has one of the lowest percentage of employees working from home and it is about time the county’s businesses had a rethink argues CEO Toby Harper

Why SamsClub.com CEO Says It’s A $60B Tech Start-Up

Sam's Club is most commonly thought of as a wholesale membership retail experience, but Sam's Club's says it more resembles a tech start-up that a retailer.

Petrol price hits Rs 75 per litre-mark, diesel crosses Rs 66

India Business News: Petrol price on Monday hit Rs 75 a litre mark for the first time in more than a year & diesel price crossed Rs 66 a litre mark in the national capital

Petrol price hits Rs 75 per litre mark, diesel crosses Rs 66

The increase pushed price of petrol to Rs 75 per litre in the national capital and that of diesel to Rs 66.04 per litre.

Petrol price hits Rs 75 per litre mark, diesel price crosses Rs 66

The increase pushed price of petrol to Rs 75 per litre in the national capital and that of diesel to Rs 66.04 per litre

Petrol Price Reaches Rs 75 Per Litre, Diesel Crosses Rs 66 Mark, First Time in One Year

Though the diesel rate has been moderate, the price of petrol has been on the rise since November 9.

Hero MotoCorp to hike prices by up to ₹2,000 from January

Two-wheeler market leader Hero MotoCorp on Monday said that it will increase prices of its motorcycles and scooters by up to ₹2,000 from January.The price hike will be across range of two-wheelers and

Smart airports: This tech controls aircraft landings from hundreds of miles away

An airport and its air-traffic control tower can be huge distances apart in Norway's remote-control project.

Engineer Claims to Have Discovered Possible Location of MH370

Malaysian Airlines Flight MH370 with 239 passengers and crew disappeared from radars on 8 March 2014, and its fate continues to remain unknown. Several scientists and plane hunters have been putting forward their theories about what could have happened to the craft and where it could be currently located.

SalamAir announces direct flight to Thailand

New route will operate three times a week

Flying cars could lure investors away from ground-based services: survey

(Reuters) - Electric air taxis — known colloquially, if somewhat misleadingly, as “flying cars” — could draw millions of investor dollars away from ground-based transportation start-up firms in 2020, according to a study released on Monday.

Soon-to-be skyscrapers in Habibie’s Meisterstadt megablock feared to disrupt air traffic

Hang Nadim International Airport has demanded that the apartments have a more reasonable height so as to prevent disruption to air traffic. 

Charlie Parker: ‘We can attract good people’

IT is a ‘bit of a myth’ that the government finds it difficult to attract ‘good people’ to fill front-line roles – the real problem is inadequate support once they arrive, the government’s chief executive has said.

Child poverty figures show much more needs to be done

The New Zealand Maori Council has called the latest childhood poverty statistics released by the Children’s Commissioner as appalling for a first world nation and has called upon the Government to do more. Matthew Tukaki, the Councils Executive Director has also indicated that a good per head of population proportion within the data shows that Maori and Pacific communities are most affected.

What is the future of Alberta's $25-a-day daycare? Operators, parents waiting for answers

Operators of some Calgary child-care centres say they’re holding their breath as they wait for news about the future of Alberta’s $25-a-day pilot program.Kate Stenson, executive directo…

All we want for Christmas is... for politicians to commit to helping disabled workers