Japan speeds up new Wuhan coronavirus measures as more evacuees arrive

TOKYO: Japan said on Friday (Jan 31) that it would bring forward the date that the coronavirus will become a "designated infectious disease" to ...

Evacuations from Wuhan: What are the risks?

Countries are scrambling to airlift their citizens from the Chinese city of Wuhan as it struggles to get to grips with the spread of a SARS-like ...

Thailand confirms first human-to-human coronavirus transmission, total cases rise to 19

BANGKOK: Thailand has seen its first case of human-to-human transmission of the new coronavirus inside the country, a health official said on ...

Government savaged over handling of coronavirus amid growing toll of infections and deaths

The federal Health Minister has savaged Queensland's premier for claiming a lack of communication from the federal government could hamper local containment efforts.

Coronavirus outbreak: Army sets up quarantine centre in Manesar for Indians evacuated from Wuhan

An Air India aircraft sent to Wuhan on Friday is expected to be back in India on Saturday morning.

Rare-earth miner Lynas to build waste treatment plant in Malaysia

Rare-earth mining firm Lynas has reached a deal with the Malaysian state of Pahang to build a waste treatment plant in the country.

Nevada Copper chooses Redpath to enhance production at US mine

Nevada Copper has selected mining contractor Redpath USA to implement its ramp-up strategy for its 100%-owned Pumpkin Hollow project in Nevada, the US.

NCDMB, Rungas to establish cooking gas cylinder plant in Bayelsa

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board, NCDMB, yesterday, said it has entered into partnership with Rungas Prime Industries

Just announced - PGF funding for Northland water storage and use project

Today’s (Friday’s) announcement of a $12 million boost for the water storage and use project underscores the Government’s confidence in the scheme and the region, says Northland Regional Council Chair Penny Smart.

China virus may cause delays of anti-pollution equipment retrofits on ships

TOKYO/SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Shipping companies may face delivery delays of vessels fitted with exhaust gas filtering equipment that complies with anti-pollution rules that kicked in this year due to the impact from the virus outbreak in China, shipping sources said on Friday.

Malaysia Is Donating 18 Million Medical Gloves To China Amidst The Wuhan Virus Epidemic

2.3 million gloves have already been dispatched to Wuhan.

Malaysia to send 18 million medical gloves to Wuhan for healthcare workers amid coronavirus outbreak

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian government will be sending 18 million pieces of medical gloves to healthcare workers in Wuhan amid an escalating ...

Health minister: Registration of students from Wuhan suspended temporarily

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — The Education Ministry (MoE) is temporarily suspending the registration of students from the city of Wuhan in China’s Hubei province at all Malaysian education institutions due to the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) outbreak. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad...

Evacuations from Wuhan: What are the risks?

Countries are scrambling to airlift their citizens from the Chinese city of Wuhan as it struggles to get to grips with the spread of a SARS-like ...

Thailand confirms first human-to-human coronavirus transmission, total cases rise to 19

BANGKOK: Thailand has seen its first case of human-to-human transmission of the new coronavirus inside the country, a health official said on ...

SBI invests $20m in core banking-API integration firm OpenLegacy

Japan's SBI Holdings has invested $20 million in OpenLegacy Technologies, an American software firm that smooths API integration of core banking systems.

Baton Systems, Provider of “Blockchain-Inspired” Payments Software, Finalizes $12 Million Investment Round

Baton Systems, an established developer of "blockchain-inspired" bank-to-bank payments software and infrastructure for linking multiple different ledgers, has

How analytics can help expand market share and generate revenue

Fintech players have captured the marketplace with efficient customer experience and proven that mass-market growth is achievable, without branches and with mobile-based applications. What sets new financial entrants apart is that they are adaptable and can provide customers with financial advice in a way that suits them.

Mastercard Invests in AI-Based Startup Trust Stamp

Electronic payments giant Mastercard has made a strategic investment in Trust Stamp, an Artificial Intelligence-based authentication services company.

IBM Announces New CEO, is This Good For Blockchain?

IBM CEO, Ginni Rometty, is stepping down after 8 years of service. She is being replaced by executive Arvind Krishna. Rometty has been a great supporter

Hitachi makes US$5 billion offer for full control of industrial gear unit

Hitachi Ltd said on Friday it would spend 531.1 billion yen (US$4.84 billion) to take full control of industrial equipment unit Hitachi ...

Apple Supplier Japan Display Reaches $930 Million Bailout Agreement With Ichigo

Struggling Apple supplier Japan Display has reached a deal with Ichigo Asset Management to receive up to 100.8 billion yen ($930 million USD) in bailout funding.

Exclusive: Japan's Nidec bets on electric cars and acquisitions to treble sales: sources

TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan’s Nidec Corp (6594.T) plans to more than treble its revenue over the next five years by focusing on electric vehicle powertrains and buying specialists in motor technologies, two people familiar with the matter told Reuters.

Apple supplier Japan Display secures $936M bailout from Ichigo

Japan Display has been given a much-needed bailout, agreeing on Friday to an investment of up to 100.8 billion yen ($926 million) from Ichigo Asset Management, funds that will help keep the beleaguered Apple supplier in operation.

A little-known trucking company surges nearly 58% after Volkswagen makes a surprise offer to buy

Hardly a household name, truck manufacturer Navistar’s stock rose to sudden popularity Thursday, continuing into Friday’s pre-market trading. Shares surged as much as 57.7% Friday after Volkswagen’s trucking arm, Traton, made an unsolicited offer to buy the company for $US2.9 billion, or $US35 per share, Thursday. Volkswagen, which already owns a 16.76% stake in Navistar, said it would pay entirely in cash. The two companies are some of the biggest in the truck-making industry. But to make the acquisition, Volkswagen will have to get the blessing of activist investor Carl Icahn: The billionaire’s fund owns about 17% of Navistar’s outstanding stock, making Icahn Navistar’s single largest shareholder. The offer comes at a time when the broader trucking manufacturing industry is in a slump, with new orders in decline, The Wall Street Journal previously reported. In its most recent earnings, Navistar’s fourth quarter revenue declined versus the year prior. The stock started the year sliding downwards after it trailed…

Orange selects Nokia and Ericsson for 5G network roll-out in France

Orange announced that it has chosen Nokia and Ericsson to support its 5G deployment in France. The two companies are both long-term partners of the operator, already providing RAN equipment for 2G/3G/4G infrastructure. Nokia will continue to serve the western and south-eastern areas of the country, while Ericsson will remain the main supplier for the Ile-de-France, north-east and south-west regions.

Orange selects Nokia and Ericsson for 5G network roll-out in France

Orange announced that it has chosen Nokia and Ericsson to support its 5G deployment in France. The two companies are both long-term partners of the operator, already providing RAN equipment for 2G/3G/4G infrastructure. Nokia will continue to serve the western and south-eastern areas of the country, while Ericsson will remain the main supplier for the Ile-de-France, north-east and south-west regions.

Telecoms group Orange chooses Nokia and Ericsson for French 5G network

PARIS, Jan 31 — Orange, France’s biggest telecoms company, said it had chosen Nokia and Ericsson to deploy its 5G network in mainland France, as China’s Huawei Technologies faces intense political scrutiny in Europe. “For Orange, the deployment of 5G represents a huge challenge and is one...

France's Orange chooses Nokia and Ericsson to deploy its 5G network at home

PARIS (Reuters) - Orange (ORAN.PA), France’s biggest telecoms company, said it had chosen Nokia (NOKIA.HE) and Ericsson (ERICb.ST) to deploy its 5G network in mainland France, as China’s Huawei Technologies faces intense political scrutiny in Europe.

France's Orange avoids Huawei in 5G rollout

The decision comes as the United States puts pressure on European nations to shut out Huawei, accusing it of ties to the Chinese government that could give Beijing the potential to spy on classified communications.

Orange selects Nokia and Ericsson for 5G network roll-out in France

Orange announced that it has chosen Nokia and Ericsson to support its 5G deployment in France. The two companies are both long-term partners of the operator, already providing RAN equipment for 2G/3G/4G infrastructure. Nokia will continue to serve the western and south-eastern areas of the country, while Ericsson will remain the main supplier for the Ile-de-France, north-east and south-west regions.

Orange selects Nokia and Ericsson for 5G network roll-out in France

Orange announced that it has chosen Nokia and Ericsson to support its 5G deployment in France. The two companies are both long-term partners of the operator, already providing RAN equipment for 2G/3G/4G infrastructure. Nokia will continue to serve the western and south-eastern areas of the country, while Ericsson will remain the main supplier for the Ile-de-France, north-east and south-west regions.

Telecoms group Orange chooses Nokia and Ericsson for French 5G network

PARIS, Jan 31 — Orange, France’s biggest telecoms company, said it had chosen Nokia and Ericsson to deploy its 5G network in mainland France, as China’s Huawei Technologies faces intense political scrutiny in Europe. “For Orange, the deployment of 5G represents a huge challenge and is one...

France's Orange chooses Nokia and Ericsson to deploy its 5G network at home

PARIS (Reuters) - Orange (ORAN.PA), France’s biggest telecoms company, said it had chosen Nokia (NOKIA.HE) and Ericsson (ERICb.ST) to deploy its 5G network in mainland France, as China’s Huawei Technologies faces intense political scrutiny in Europe.

France's Orange avoids Huawei in 5G rollout

The decision comes as the United States puts pressure on European nations to shut out Huawei, accusing it of ties to the Chinese government that could give Beijing the potential to spy on classified communications.

Commentary: Jiayou! A community in crisis but Wuhan residents fight back with calls for solidarity

Quarantined residents at the epicentre of the Wuhan coronavirus epidemic are rallying together even though they have had to be isolated to prevent ...

Control on society lets China lock down 50M people, feed them

Authorities have blocked 50 million people from leaving Wuhan and nearby cities at the center of the outbreak. That in turn requires a massive effort to keep them supplied with food and other neces...

China locked down 50 million people and has to keep them fed | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

BEIJING >> Carrying permits demanding “fast passage,” truck drivers rushed a 560-ton shipment of disinfectant from eastern China to Wuhan, the locked-down city of 11 million people at the center of a vast effort to contain a new viral disease.

China 'is covering up number of dead' says teacher stranded in Wuhan

‘There's no way of knowing what the real figures are in China.'

Drones are chasing Chinese people into their homes to stop coronavirus spreading

'This is the drone speaking - you shouldn't walk about without wearing a mask.'

What you need to know about the UK 5G network

With recent discussions on the reliability of Huawei and the future of the UK-US trade deal, we answer three key questions on the UK 5G network

It may be controversial but the Huawei 5G deal is vital for Brexit Britain’s trading future ǀ View

If Johnson succeeds, Brexit Britain will be one of the few places in the world with preferential trade with the world’s two superpowers. The battle lines in the US-China trade war mean any country that is on good trade terms with both will have an almost unique competitive advantage.

POLITICO Global Translations: Corona spreads, Britain retreats as the planet heats

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US urges UK to reconsider its decision allowing Huawei to build 5G networks

Mike Pompeo, US Secretary of State, has urged the British government to reconsider its decision allowing Chinese telecom giant Huawei a limited role in building the country’s 5G and fibre networks. During his visit to the United Kingdom, Mike Pompeo talked with Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab on the Huawei issue. …

It’s Brexit day – now comes the really hard stuff

After more than three years of often acrimonious politicking, the UK will finally leave the EU at 23:00 GMT this evening, but that’s by no means the end of the matter.

Phishing scams leveled up, and we didn’t

Mass-produced cyberattacks you’ll probably fall for, just like Jeff Bezos

Phone Hacks Can Happen to Anyone. Here’s How to Protect Yourself.

Start by knowing what could expose you to an attack, like vacation clues, hotel Wi-Fi and inadequate verification procedures.

Avast (and AVG) busted for selling personal data, kills responsible subsidiary

A company that millions trust to protect their PCs from external threats has just been busted selling their confidential data to advertisers

'The First Thing That Comes Up On Google': The Nightmare Of Facebook Listing Your Butthole As A Place

Samantha Rae Anna Jespersen never expected to be asked for articles of incorporation for her butthole. But that’s the kind of cold-stupid question she would come to expect over the years in a nightmarish search for a human being in the gears and cogs of the Facebook Support apparatus....

Your emails: Should Huawei be in our 5G network?

We’ve once again trawled the emails from our lovely readers to find and answer your burning tech questions

Lyft expands free voter rides to all US primaries

You might not have trouble getting to the voting booth in 2020 through the ridesharing program.

Online ads still vulnerable to manipulation in US election

Older men in Arkansas might see a close-up photo of President Donald Trump pumping his fist in the air, along with a message asking them to donate $30 to his campaign for a Super Bowl commercial.

Iowa caucuses: It’s not just candidates who face uncertainty – it’s their campaign workers, too

What will happen to campaign workers after the Feb. 3 caucuses? It's a question that's in the cold Iowa air, carrying with it a subtle message about the state of democratic politics.

Lyft Has 99 Problems, But This Ain't One

Lyft has several problems today, but low barriers to entry might not be one of them.Each price cut by Lyft increases the cost of entering its industry because Lyft's own prices are the cap on payments

How These Local Businesses Benefit From the Iowa Caucus's National Spotlight

As the country prepares for the 2020 Iowa Presidential caucuses, companies are finding novel ways to cash in.

Experience: I saved a woman who jumped in front of a train

She was out cold and difficult to lift. The train came closer and people started to scream

Lady reveals the shocking reason she declined a job with great benefits

A lady has taken to her social media page to recount how she declined a job offer with great benefits after she started catching feelings for her married boss. She revealed that the job had great

Stranded French visitors get v-room with a view thanks to Paisley cabbie who rescued them

Taxi driver Mark Watson spotted the family wandering about in the rain

Three simple tweaks to your everyday routine to be happier and more successful

These three simple changes will make you more productive instantly

Dumbarton support group is lifeline for families of those gripped by drug addiction

For mothers, grandmothers, sisters and aunties of addicts, the weekly meetings at Alternatives have become their therapy.

Tracy Piggott 'devastated' after RTÉ decision not to renew her contract

"If I had a bit more warning, I could have been able to make other plans. I'm a single parent with a daughter due to start secondary school this September."

Tracy Piggott 'devastated' as RTE Racing don't renew her contract

The presenter revealed she was told that after 30 years, she will not be used for racing coverage in 2020

Screen Ireland hopes for happy ending despite Brexit sadness

Chief executive Désirée Finnegan signals return of cherished slate funding for producers

BBC must invest in specialist music stations, executive says

James Purnell said traditional radio is no longer a ‘default' for many listeners.

BBC must invest in specialist music stations, executive says

James Purnell said traditional radio is no longer a ‘default’ for many listeners.

Dita Von Teese: I often felt like I was preyed upon as a teenager

The Queen of Burlesque said it was ‘important’ women felt free to talk about their experiences.

Dita Von Teese: I often felt like I was preyed upon as a teenager

The Queen of Burlesque said it was ‘important' women felt free to talk about their experiences.

Dita Von Teese: I often felt like I was preyed upon as a teenager

The Queen of Burlesque said it was ‘important’ women felt free to talk about their experiences.

Kazoo Editor Erin Bried on Noisemakers: 25 Women Who Raised Their Voices and Changed the World

Next week, Kazoo magazine will release its first-ever book, Noisemakers: 25 Women Who Raised Their [...]

Abish Mathew on the art and science of laughter

Abish Mathew’s ability to generate laughs comes from his parents, he says as he performs for his first ticketed event in Visakhapatnam

'The First Thing That Comes Up On Google': The Nightmare Of Facebook Listing Your Butthole As A Place

Samantha Rae Anna Jespersen never expected to be asked for articles of incorporation for her butthole. But that’s the kind of cold-stupid question she would come to expect over the years in a nightmarish search for a human being in the gears and cogs of the Facebook Support apparatus....

Phishing scams leveled up, and we didn’t

Mass-produced cyberattacks you’ll probably fall for, just like Jeff Bezos

Your emails: Should Huawei be in our 5G network?

We’ve once again trawled the emails from our lovely readers to find and answer your burning tech questions

Straight talk with Faye D’Souza

Faye D’Souza doesn’t shy away from straight talk or sticky subjects, something that’s resonating with post-millennials. The independent journalist discusses the ‘second phase’ of her career and what young India needs

Nobody Sets Out To Become A War Propagandist

(Headline abbreviated, original headline: Nobody Sets Out To Become A War Propagandist. It Just Sort Of Happens)

Economic Survey: Why erosion of taxpayers’ money in PSBs is a much deeper issue

While the Economic Survey helps in quantifying the loss, it fails to point out the graver issues at hand

Economic Survey: Wilful defaulters owe Rs 1.4 trillion to lenders

The Economic Survey, tabled in the parliament on Friday, has revealed that the wilful defaulters owe a whopping sum Rs 1.4 lakh crore.  As of 2018, wilful defaulters owed their respective lenders

Pre Budget Expectations by HDFC Securities

HDFC Securities The Govt needs to give a serious push to improve the business environment.

Nirmala Sitharaman’s bahi khata: More for aam adami?

The buzz is that she will be addressing the demand side of economy — giving consumers more money to spend without cutting back on government expenditure on social schemes

Here are a few nuggets from Economic Survey in order to prevent frauds

Financial services exports have remained stagnant, averaging about $5 billion in recent years

CERN: We're ditching Facebook Workplace. Here's why

CERN is to demand that Facebook removes all its content from Workplace by January 31.

Avast CEO Says Company Will Shutter Data-Sucking Subsidiary, Apologises for the Data-Sucking

The “global leader” in cybersecurity – Avast – announced today it would be shutting down its analytics arm Jumpshot that was recently found harvesting the data of the hundreds of millions installing Avast’s free browser extension. Apparently, the optics of a company that prides itself on privacy-forward approaches and honouring user’s personal security exploiting users’ data for profit was just a bridge too far.

Facebook's iffy past practices with facial recognition just cost it $550 million

While governments worldwide are starting to add facial recognition software to public cameras, Facebook has settled its long-term legal dispute concerning

Google is trying to steal Amazon's protesting employees

The irony of the whole situat­ion was that Google is also in the middle of a crackd­own on labor activi­sm

Why Google Backtracked on Its New Search Results Look

The internet giant, which some lawmakers and regulators say has grown too powerful, tweaked the way it displayed ads on search results. It did not go over well.

Daily Insight: All system(-level planning) go

The must-read stories and debate in health policy and leadership.

READERS’ LETTERS: HS2 will have zero benefit to Scotland but we have to pay £9bn towards it

Sir, – The Chancellor Sajid Javid, on behalf of our Westminster lords and masters, has decided to support HS2 at a cost of more than £106 billion (latest estimate).

Kilbowie outdoor centre closure agreed by North Lanarkshire Council

The residential facility, which provides outdoor education for Primary Seven groups, is to shut in 2020-2021.

End-of-life care is vital. Why is it so neglected?

Britain’s palliative care services depend for funding on the charity of the public – that is a national travesty, says Guardian columnist Owen Jones

Funding boost for mental health and addictions facilities

Friday 31 January, 2019

US Reaction to UK's Huawei Decision "Hyperbole", No US, European 5G "Champion" to Step In - Hammond

The former senior official and veteran politician said that Britain would suffer "huge potential damage" if it did not remain a leader in 5G and that it would be difficult to see how the nation's 5G roll out programme would be possible "without using Huawei equipment".

British PM Boris Johnson hails UK's 'new beginning' as Brexit day arrives

Britain begins the day as a member of the European Union. Its status at the end of the day — as a proud nation that has reclaimed its sovereignty, or a diminished presence in Europe and the world — will still be up for debate.

Media outlets push back against government’s Brexit video

LONDON (AP) — Some prominent British and international media organizations pushed back Friday against Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s handling of a prerecorded video message to mark Britain's departure from the...

Farage Speaks to Breitbart: Brexit a Historic Day For the Western World

Farage hailed Brexit Day a time to celebrate, but said much work remains and vowed he would be sticking around to hold Boris to his word.

Johnson hails UK’s ‘new beginning’ as Brexit day arrives

He is scheduled to deliver a televised address to the country an hour before departure, calling Brexit “not an end but a beginning.”

The eight best car dealerships in Derby according to Google reviews

Fancy a new motor?

High demand for Barratt Homes' new Tiverton development

The developer is launching the new site on Saturday, February 8

Upmarket Mistake: Mercedes-Benz X-Class Ends Production in May

After a short and troubled life, a Mercedes-Benz pickup that's mostly a Nissan will cease to exist come May.

Too expensive to run, EV car sharing schemes in London are shutting down

All-electric vehicle sharing services in London are being scrapped after their operators say they is no longer economically viable.

Morrisons could be moving to redundant car dealership site

The John Grose Ford dealership in Framlingham is set to shut up shop today - as rumours circulate that Morrisons could be taking over the site.

E-bike trial coming soon

On 12 February selected officers in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Dunedin will take to the roads on e-bikes to trial them as a new tool to help keep our roads safe.

Electric scooters can help cities move beyond cars v pedestrians

New laws to legalise e-scooters should be about safety, not horsepower, says Alex Hern, UK technology editor for the Guardian

Safety groups calls for restriction on SUVs around towns and cities

European Transport Safety Council says that larger vehicles should be banned in order to protect pedestrians.

New smart motorways will not open until after safety review, Government confirms

A minister has branded them a "death-trap"

Planning application for upgrade of N24 road in Carrick-on-Suir will go on public display next week 

The planning application for a long-awaited upgrade of 3.8km of the N24 running through Carrick-on-Suir will go on public display for six weeks starting this Monday, February 3.   The p...

JCB Partners with Oceanpayment for Merchant Acquiring

Hong Kong & Tokyo, Jan 31, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - JCB International Co., Ltd. ("JCBI"), the international operations subsidiary of JCB Co., Ltd., Japan's only international payment brand, and Oceanpayment Co., Ltd., China's leading cross-border payment brand, announced that they signed a License Agreement to start JCB merchant acquiring business. In order to strengthen the cooperative relationship, Mr. Hirohiko Sugiyama, Managing Director of JCB International (Asia) Ltd. and Lanny Yang, Co-Founder and EVP of Oceanpayment made greetings in Hong Kong to announce the partnership.

Tourism Vancouver strengthens Asia Pacific expertise appointing GAO Group as new agency

VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA - Tourism Vancouver announced the appointment of a new agency, GAO Group International, to support regional sales efforts in Asia Pacific. Effective January 2020, GAO Group will be Tourism Vancouver’s official agency offering their services to support the organization’s Asia Pacific corporate incentive business development programs. From GAO Group’s head office in Melbourne and their regional office in Shanghai, they are perfectly positioned to promote Vancouver as a must visit Incentive Travel destination across the broader region. GAO Group

Lcal digital spending to grow 2.7 times in a market worth US$9.1 bil locally

KUALA LUMPUR: Digital spending in Malaysia is expected to grow 2.7 times in 2025 in a market estimated to be worth US$9.1 billion.

Monetary Authority Of Singapore: What It Will Take To Win Digital Banking Licenses

The Merchants Guide To Navigating Global Payments Regulations examines how financial and data regulations are changing across different markets like Singapore.

tZero to Launch Broker-Dealer, Seeks Fund from External Sources

tZero, the blockchain subsidiary Overstock, is planning to launch its retail broker-dealer platform called tZero Markets.

Finavia envisions: Electric aircraft will fly on domestic routes in Finland by the end of 2020s

The Finnish airport operator Finavia has joined a Nordic initiative to enhance the development of electric aviation. The Network for Electric Aviation (NEA) is a unique initiative, where Nordic actors come together to accelerate the introduction of electric aviation in the Nordic countries. “Electric-powered aircraft will likely be a vital part of tackling the environmental challenges of the aviation industry. As an airport operator we want to find out what kind of development electric flying will require from our airports”, says

Easyjet reveals electric plane that will make flying greener and cheaper

The Wright 1 plane will be able to fly for an hour, meaning it could be used on short-haul flights such as London to Paris or Amsterdam

Toyota invests in flying cars

Auto giant joins aviation specialist to develop urban air mobility solutions Toyota has announced a partnership with aerospace company Joby Aviation to begin development and production of electric vertical take-offand landing (eVTOL) aircraft – better known as flying cars. The Japanese car-maker has announced a lead investment of $US394 million to help fund the $US590m …

Qatar Airways to host 2nd CAPA Qatar Aviation Aeropolitical and Regulatory Summit

DOHA, QATAR – Following the success of last year’s CAPA Qatar Aviation, Aeropolitical and Regulatory Summit, the first summit of its kind held in the Middle East, Qatar Airways looks forward to welcoming industry leaders, national regulatory authorities, international and regional aviation organisations, and air transport executives from around the world to Doha next month for the second edition. This important summit will see senior aviation decision-makers from across the public and private sector gather for two days, from 5-6 February

Woqod opens Sealine petrol station

Qatar Fuel “Woqod” yesterday opened Sealine petrol station, raising its network of fixed and mobile petrol stations to 103.

The ‘Night of Solidarity’: The army of volunteers who count Paris’s homeless

Every year, some 2,000 volunteers and state workers spend the night walking the streets of Paris to make a survey of the number of people sleeping rough in the French capital. For those who give up t…

Dumbarton support group is lifeline for families of those gripped by drug addiction

For mothers, grandmothers, sisters and aunties of addicts, the weekly meetings at Alternatives have become their therapy.

'The city is suffocating': diary of the Wuhan coronavirus lockdown

A resident describes life in the city at the centre of the coronavirus outbreak

The self-taught painter putting joy on people's walls – and their backs

Olana Janfa fled Ethiopia aged 15. At 28, he picked up a paintbrush for the first time. Less than two years later, his work stars in a new fashion range.

3 Kenyans Obama Believes Hold Country's Future

The 44th US president Barrack Obama vividly expressed how the three young Kenyans had...

Volkswagen truck unit makes offer to buy Navistar in $2.9B deal

— Volkswagen AG’s Traton SE unit has offered to buy "the rest of" Navistar in a $2.9 billion bid, according to national media reports from Bloomberg and other outlets.

Billionaire F1 owner leads rescue deal for 007 sport car maker Aston Martin: reaction

Luxury sports car maker Aston Martin Lagonda has agreed to sell a £182 million stake to a consortium led by a Canadian billionaire as part of a major fundraiser to protect the future of the British manufacturer.

Billionaire F1 owner leads major rescue deal for sport car maker Aston Martin

Luxury sports car maker Aston Martin Lagonda has agreed to sell a £182 million stake to a consortium led by a Canadian billionaire as part of a major fundraiser to protect the future of the British manufacturer.

Staff share in €54m payout after US takeover of Decawave

Chipmaker gives new owner access to fast-growing market for Irish group’s technology

Billionaire Lawrence Stroll takes stake in Aston Martin

Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll will take an up to 20 percent stake in Aston Martin for nearly 200 million pounds (US$$263 million) as the ailing carmaker raises funds after a sales drop put pressure on its finances, Reuters reports. Famed for being fictional secret agent James Bond’s car of choice, the 107-year-old company’s share price…

EXCLUSIVE: Michael Franzese on Owning Helicopter, Comments on Kobe's Helicopter

In this flashback, Michael Franzese spoke about having $100 million buried at one time, which led to a conversation about the perks of being ultra-...

Kobe Bryant: Helicopter company not certified to fly in foggy weather

The Island Express Helicopters, the charter company whose helicopter crashed and killed basketball star Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven

Helicopter company in Kobe Bryant crash not certified to fly in poor visibility

The charter company whose helicopter crashed and killed basketball star Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven others on Sunday was not certified to fly in conditions requiring pilots to fly using only cockpit instruments, media reports said.

Helicopter in Kobe Bryant crash wasn’t certified for instruments-only flight

Ara Zobayan was licensed to fly using instruments alone, but the operating certificate by the Federal Aviation Administration limited Island Express Helicopters’ pilots to fly only under visual

Helicopter company in Kobe Bryant crash not certified to fly in poor visibility - reports

The charter company whose helicopter crashed and killed basketball star Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven others on Sunday was not certified to ...

Smoothing Bumpy Cash Flow For Small Town Governments

Springbrook discusses the cash flow challenges of local governments prioritizing timely supplier payments and budget transparency.

Good start, companies — now keep raising wages!

About a decade ago, when I started writing about how companies should strive to create value for stakeholders, not just shareholders, some of my business and finance friends thought I was nuts.

Good start, companies — now keep raising wages!, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - We've been heading toward a "Better Capitalism," but if we're going to fix the American economy, companies need to keep raising wages.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

The Vendor’s Role In AP Automation Adoption

Hyland discusses the changing motivations behind accounts payable (AP) automation technologies' adoption, and the role of vendor collaboration in modernization.

Good start, companies — now keep raising wages!

About a decade ago, when I started writing about how companies should strive to create value for stakeholders, not just shareholders, some of my business and finance friends thought I was nuts.

The Vendor’s Role In AP Automation Adoption

Hyland discusses the changing motivations behind accounts payable (AP) automation technologies' adoption, and the role of vendor collaboration in modernization.

AP Automation, Virtual Cards And Accounting Nirvana

More and more companies are choosing to automate and digitize troublesome elements of the business payments matrix.

Helping prepare medium business for 2020

Medium businesses don’t have the same resources as larger businesses to pursue new technology improvements, says Brad Pulford, GM – Channel & Distribution at Dell Technologies Africa.

Q&A: Why AI is going to become more mainstream for business 

The CEO of Yellowfin (BI analytics company) explains that although the adoption of analytics is still low amongst businesses, companies like Yellowfin are helping leaders think differently and make transformational value and change through data.

Smoothing Bumpy Cash Flow For Small Town Governments

Springbrook discusses the cash flow challenges of local governments prioritizing timely supplier payments and budget transparency.

Platinum Games seems to be teasing The Wonderful 101 for Switch again

An interesting image was posted to Twitter by Platinum Games today, and it appears to have something to do with The Wonderful 101.

This The Last of Us: Part 2 PS1 demake was created in Dreams

Here's another demake created in Dreams, and this time it's for The Last of Us: Part 2.

Microsoft NieRly Stopped Platinum from Developing on PS4

Xbox was looking to buy Japanese dev

EA: The Things We're Doing on PS5 Will Blow Your Mind

Publisher talks big

DICE leadership changes as studio prepares for next Battlefield

EA revealed that there's been a change of leadership at Battlefield developer DICE Stockholm.

Massively popular K-pop artist Seungri has been indicted on charges of prostitution and gambling, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The investigation against Seungri, which began in March, led him to resign from the entertainment industry.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

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Bozo Instagram influencers are exploiting coronavirus for clout

They're using tragedy for traction.

MIA launches crowdfunding drive to avoid platforms that 'sell data to Cambridge Analytica'

The musician has promised music and videos to her Patreon supporters, and the possibility of recipes and dating advice

Unmasked: 7 Things That You Did Not Know ABOUT Somizi’s LOVER Mohale Motaung Before Their Wedding

Meet Somizi's Husband Mohale Motaung whom very few know about besides that he is reality TV star and Idols SAjudge, Somizi Mhlongo's lover.

2020 Classic Rock Super Bowl Commercials

A rundown of the 2020 classic rock Super Bowl commercials.

The Super Bowl’s massive audience is a huge draw for advertisers. Here are 10 brands running Super Bowl commercials for the first time in 2020.

Dozens of brands are set to descend on your TV screens during the Super Bowl this year.

The Super Bowl's massive audience is a huge draw for advertisers. Here are 10 brands running Super Bowl commercials for the first time in 2020., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Bud Light Seltzer, Facebook, Little Caesars, Sabra, are among the brands airing Super Bowl ads for the first time.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Watch Martin Scorsese, Jonah Hill, & YBN Cordae’s Coca-Cola Energy Super Bowl Commercial

Are Super Bowl ads cinema? No, but that hasn't stopped Martin Scorsese from appearing in one. The legendary director stars alongside his fellow Hollywood elite Jonah Hill and newly minted rap star YBN Cordae in a new commercial for Coca-Cola Energy that will air during the big game this Sunday. Because corporations now share their Super Bowl spots ahead of time, it's viewable on YouTube now. As funny advertisements go, this one's pretty good. The premise: Marty's at a cartoonish party waiting for Hill to show up. Hill is at home feeling zonked. He considers flaking. He begins typing a message to Scorsese, leaving his buddy in limbo via suspense-laden iPhone ellipsis. The whole world watches to see whether Hill will stand Scorsese up — including Cordae, who pops in a couple times to egg Hill on because companies love to throw random collections of famous people together in their Super Bowl ads. (See: Coke rival Pepsi's ad from last year.) Only a few gulps of Coca-Cola energy — a new

What to watch, besides the Super Bowl, this weekend

Drama, fashion, nature’s machinations and music compete against the NFL championship game conformity

Two cases of coronavirus confirmed in UK, says chief medical officer

Together with Germany, France, Italy and Finland, the UK is now among European nations with confirmed cases of coronavirus on their territory.

Two Cases of Coronavirus Confirmed in UK - England's Chief Medical Officer

Earlier in the day, the UK Foreign Office stated that a plane carrying 83 UK and 27 foreign nationals had left the Chinese city of Wuhan.

WHO Declares Global Health Emergency as Wuhan Coronavirus Continues to Spread

The World Health Organisation on Thursday declared an international public health emergency over the deadly new coronavirus that has hit China hard. The announcement comes as nearly a hundred cases have been spotted in countries outside of China, including the first case of human-to-human transmission in the U.S., also reported on Thursday.

UK confirms first two coronavirus cases

Two cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in the United Kingdom, the first such cases seen, British health authorities said on Friday.

First two cases of deadly coronavirus confirmed in UK

Both patients are currently "receiving specialist NHS care" after they tested positive for the virus.

SK Hynix to make deep capex cut; virus spread may threaten chip output

SEOUL (Reuters) - South Korea’s SK Hynix, the world’s No.2 memory chip maker, warned a new virus outbreak in China could pose a threat to chip production and said it would sharply reduce annual investment after posting a steep fall in quarterly profit.

SK Hynix to make deep capex cut as virus spread threatens chip output

South Korea's SK Hynix , the worlds' No.2 memory chip maker, warned a new virus outbreak in China could pose a threat to chip production and said ...

Chip maker SK Hynix posts 95 per cent quarterly profit plunge

SEOUL, Jan 31 — The world’s second-largest memory chip maker, South Korea’s SK Hynix, posted a 95 per cent quarterly profit plunge today as it suffers from a long-running lull in the global market. The East Asian country’s chip manufacturers — led by behemoth Samsung Electronics — have...

SK hynix’s 2019 operating profit plunges 87%

South Korean chipmaker SK hynix’s operating profit in 2019 plummeted 87 percent to 2.7 trillion won ($2.2 billion), amid the continued fall in memory chip prices and lower demand, according to its earnings report released Friday. The world’s second-biggest memory provider raised 26.9 trillion won in annual sales last year, a 33.3 percent plunge from 2018. The net profit nosedived 87 percent to 2.02 tril...

Caterpillar’s 2020 outlook adds more gloom to virus-shaken markets

The outlook signals headwinds for machine sales, which fell the most in nearly three years in December.

Parris Goebel looking for singers and dancers for Expo 2020

Parris Goebel is looking for singers and dancers to join her atExpo 2020 Dubai

Activities coming for Otago and Southland highways

31 January 2020

Waitangi Day marked by community events

Rt Hon Jacinda Ardern

A passion for the past offers buildings a new future

Christopher Morgan has combined his passions for archaeology and a special heritage house.

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7.3% Yield, Monthly Pay Opportunity From HFRO

Most fixed income products are getting expensive, including preferred stocks and bonds.Yet we keep finding nice opportunities for fixed income investors.HFRO has traded flat recently while most fixed

TCG BDC: The Case Of The Unattractive High Yield

Sporting a high dividend yield of 12.40%, TCG BDC stock may be on many investors’ watch list.The company regularly pays dividends and repurchases shares every quarter, but funds for these activities a

A Much Better Alternative To Dollar-Cost Averaging

Warren Buffett himself seems to like the dollar-cost average approach to investing in stocks, but I am skeptical.Today, I test a simple alternative to DCA that has produced higher absolute returns and

These 3 Stocks Are Too Cheap to Pass Up

Who's looking for a deal?

Even This Cheap, It’s Hard to Make a Case for Chesapeake Energy Stock

Could Chesapeake Energy stock rally 20% to 30% from here? Yes. But that doesn't mean CHK stock doesn't have risks. In fact, far from it.

Chainlink Boosts Ethereum DeFi with New Price Reference Data Networks

Chainlink’s Price Reference Data oracle networks vastly expand the amount of secure and reliable data accessible to Ethereum Dapps

Bitcoin Cash (BCH) Miners Gaming the Network Amid Low Transaction Volume

Despite attempts to improve the difficulty adjustment protocol for Bitcoin Cash (BCH), miners are still able to ‘game’ the network while transaction volumes remain significantly low.

Coinmetrics Study Unveils Shocking Tether (USDT) Fact

The team at Coinmetrics has just released their latest findings on Tether, and its new all-time high velocity is not the only interesting thing they've

The Flippening: Stablecoins’ Transfer Value On The Ethereum Network Just Surpassed ETH

Stablecoins now have a larger share of value transferred on the Ethereum network than its native cryptocurrency – ETH. Even though the continuously

Bitcoin’s System is The Only Way to Build Cryptocurrency: Investment Firm Exec

Founder of Morgan Creek Capital, Mark Yusko, believes Bitcoin’s Proof of Work (PoW) consensus is the only viable protocol on which to build a digital

Third Time’s the Charm? Contents of 'Final' British X-Files Batch Reportedly Revealed by Insider

Describing the likely contents of the soon-to-be declassified files as “public correspondence”, freelance journalist and former UK Defence Ministry employee Nick Pope noted that this isn’t the first time the British military has disclosed the “final” cache of its UFO files.

Prince Harry's complaint against newspaper dismissed as battle with the press continues

Prince Harry's complaint against the Mail on Sunday has been dismissed.

A US spy satellite just launched from NZ. Here's what you need to know

The controversial mission, 'Birds of a Feather', is the first launch for a US spy agency from NZ. Ollie Neas explains what we know – and even more importantly, what we don’t.  Last May, The Spinoff reported that New Zealand Space Agency staff had met with officials from a major US intelligence ag

Media outlets push back against government’s Brexit video

LONDON (AP) — Some prominent British and international media organizations pushed back Friday against Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s handling of a prerecorded video message to mark Britain's departure from the...

FBI Probes Use of Israeli Cyberattack Firm NSO's Spyware Against Americans

Investigators aim to show how involved the company has been in specific hacks, some allegedly targeting U.S. or foreign government officials, sources say

Govt will foot hospital bills for locals who have contracted the coronavirus

Govt will foot hospital bills for locals who have contracted the coronavirus

Wuhan virus outbreak: First infected Singaporean among three new cases, bringing tally to 16

SINGAPORE, Jan 31 — A 47-year-old Singaporean woman is among the latest batch of three people who have tested positive for the Wuhan coronavirus, bringing the number of imported cases here to 16. In a press release today, the Ministry of Health (MOH) said she was one of the Singaporeans who was...

Health minister: Registration of students from Wuhan suspended temporarily

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — The Education Ministry (MoE) is temporarily suspending the registration of students from the city of Wuhan in China’s Hubei province at all Malaysian education institutions due to the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) outbreak. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad...

Evacuations from Wuhan: What are the risks?

Countries are scrambling to airlift their citizens from the Chinese city of Wuhan as it struggles to get to grips with the spread of a SARS-like ...

Coronavirus: First two patients in UK receiving treatment at specialist centre

The patients are understood to be undergoing treatment at the Newcastle Royal Victoria Infirmary.

Jane Fonda To Bring Friday Drill Fridays To California, Announces First Demonstration In Los Angeles

Jane Fonda is wrangling more Friday Drill Friday supporters. The actress, who kicked started FDF demonstrations in Washington DC, hoping to get government leaders to address the climate crisis, announced that she will launch FDF's next phase across California, specifically in Los Angeles. Fonda has enlisted a number of her famous friends, including her "Grace…

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Emilia Clarke & Emma Watson Have Joined 2000 Supporters Urging Climate Change Action

Now that celebrities can reach their fans on a more personal level over social media, the lines between celebrity and activist have blurred. Many actors, musicians, and models use their platforms to raise awareness about the issues they care about.…

Brexit a 'step backwards' and Canada's coronavirus plans; In The News for Jan. 31

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Ja

Writers Guild hopes new streaming laws will reverse 'service industry' trend

TORONTO - Amid talks about regulating foreign streaming services in this country, the Writers Guild of Canada is sounding the alarm on what it says is a tro

Is separation anxiety killing your relationship? Here’s how to deal with it

Separation anxiety is real and you can, as the name suggests, actually suffer from anxiety at the thought of being separated from a loved one or a par

We’re emigrating – but our children don’t want to go. What can we do?

Listen to their concerns, says Annalisa Barbieri, but remember that you are the adults

How getting creative keeps me calm

In my experience, having had a big slab of time trampled on by depression, the ways to reach balance and contentment are ultimately free, accessible and very, very simple. 

How You Parent Probably Doesn't Matter As Much As You Think

As someone who writes about parenting a lot and with the exact goal of helping to make all aspects of this monstrous, daunting task a little easier, I did a little double-take when I saw this headline in Today’s Parent: Does Parenting Even Matter? It better matter! Otherwise, why am I sitting here writing about...

Your Daily Horoscope for Saturday, February 1

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

Profit jumps at Hargreaves Lansdown despite Woodford scandal

Profit before tax at investment platform Hargreaves Lansdown climbed 12 per cent in the first half of its financial year [...]

Aviva stops investors from taking money out of Irish property funds

Investment vehicles have combined value of €940 million

Volatility In SmileDirectClub Likely To Continue So Waiting To Buy May Be Best

SmileDirectClub, Inc went public in September 2019 as a unicorn, being valued at over $5B.While margins are showing improvement, net margin is still negative mainly due to high customer acquisition co

GE Keeps Proving The Doubters Wrong

GE posted better than expected earnings and cash flow in the fourth quarter of 2019. Management expects free cash flow to rise to between $2 billion and $4 billion in 2020, despite headwinds from asse

Years of red ink before Sargon's downfall

The holding company of high-powered fintech superannuation group Sargon Capital lost nearly $25 in the two years before it tumbled into receivership, and it is yet to file accounts for last financial year.

LG lost over $850 million through its Mobile Division as sales fall in 2019

LG has recently revealed its financial report for the Q4 of 2019. In the final quarter, the company saw a massive loss as its mobile division continues to deteriorate in the smartphone industry. According to the report, the South Korean tech giant saw a loss of over $850 million in Q4 of 2019 as sales …

Samsung outS Q4, FY 2019 results; to focus on flagship, foldables

Samsung is still the no. 1 mobile OEM and we believe it will remain on top especially that Huawei has lost all of its chance to enter the US market. The trade ban in the United States has changed a…

Amazon Crushes Earnings, and Here's the Most Impressive Part

Amazon’s retail sales took flight even in soft consumer spending environment.

Amazon Sees Upgrades All Around Wall Street Following Solid Cash Flow, Operating Income

Web hosting services seller and online retailer Amazon.com, Inc is seeing fresh optimism from Wall Street following strong revenue growth.

Chip maker SK Hynix posts 95 per cent quarterly profit plunge

SEOUL, Jan 31 — The world’s second-largest memory chip maker, South Korea’s SK Hynix, posted a 95 per cent quarterly profit plunge today as it suffers from a long-running lull in the global market. The East Asian country’s chip manufacturers — led by behemoth Samsung Electronics — have...

Megallan Midstream reports weaker net income for fourth quarter, year over year

TULSA — Market-to-market commodity-related adjustments pushed Magellan Midstream Partners’ net income lower in the final quarter of 2019, the company reported on Thursday. Before markets opened, the company reported it earned a fourth-quarter net income of $286.4 million, or $1.25 per unit, on total revenues of about $740.7 million. In the fourth quarter of 2018, it had earned a net income of $314.1 million, or $1.38 per unit, on total revenues of about $865.7 million. Company officials said Magellan’s distributable cash flow for the fourth quarter of 2019 was a record $357.8 million, compared to $302.4 million the same period the previous year. As for the full year, Magellan reported a net income of about

How Idexx Laboratories Beat Expectations in Q4

The animal health company boosted its full-year 2020 earnings guidance, too.

Sasol expects earnings to collapse 69%

Oil price, softer global margins and Lake Charles project weighs on first-half earnings

Amazon lifts profit in Q4 despite weak international ops, sees mixed Q1

Amazon said revenues for its fourth quarter advanced to USD 87.4 billion from 72.4 billion the year before, including a negative forex effect of USD 120 million, well in line with expectations. Despite a forecast for a lower profit, the operating profit crept up to USD 3.9 billion from 3.8 billion, and the net profit lifted to USD 3.3 billion or USD 6.47 per diluted share, from 3.0 billion and 6.04 per share.  

Amazon lifts profit in Q4 despite weak international ops, sees mixed Q1

Amazon said revenues for its fourth quarter advanced to USD 87.4 billion from 72.4 billion the year before, including a negative forex effect of USD 120 million, well in line with expectations. Despite a forecast for a lower profit, the operating profit crept up to USD 3.9 billion from 3.8 billion, and the net profit lifted to USD 3.3 billion or USD 6.47 per diluted share, from 3.0 billion and 6.04 per share.  

Ripple Price Analysis: Following 8% Weekly Gains, Did XRP Finally Find The 2020 Bottom Against Bitcoin?

TL;DR XRP increased by a further 1.33% over the past 24 hours, resulting in a weekly increase of over 8%. Against Bitcoin, XRP rebounded from the support

Litecoin Price Analysis: LTC Surges 25% In A Week But Can Bulls Keep Up?

Among the top 20 cryptocurrencies, Litecoin is the best-performer after surging almost 15% under 24-hours. After correcting to $52 last weekend, buyers

Bitcoin Price Analysis: $10,000 In Sight, However Bearish Divergence Might Ruin The Bulls Party?

Since Bitcoin broke firmly above the $9K price line last Tuesday, we saw the coin consolidating mostly inside the range of $9300 - $9400. The beautiful

Bitcoin Price Pulls Back to $9.2K, BTC Realized Cap Hits All-Time High

Bitcoin price hitting a 3-month high on rising volume hints at a bullish trend that puts $10K within reach.

Bitcoin Price Pulls Back to $9.2K, BTC Realized Cap Hits All-Time High

Bitcoin price hitting a 3-month high on rising volume hints at a bullish trend that puts $10K within reach.

F&O: Over to Budget; banking stocks only hope as bears rule

India VIX moved up 3.38 per cent to 17.36 level.

Trade setup for Budget day: Nifty has strong support at 11,900, 11,850

On the upside, NSE Nifty has resistance at 12,125 and 12,200 levels.

Tech View: Be patient with Budget volatility, don’t rush to buy on dips

Nifty broke below the lower end of the Rising Megaphone pattern on the daily chart.

Nifty call: Go long on strong rally above 12,050 levels with fixed stop-loss

Nifty 50 February futures (12,025)Following a positive start, the Sensex and Nifty began to decline due to selling interest at higher levels. The Asian markets are displaying mixed cues; the Nikkei 22

Sensex drops 190 points; Nifty ends below 12K

All eyes have now turned to the Union Budget, scheduled to be presented on Saturday.

Global Run On Virus Masks Leaves US & Europe With No Supply

Global panic growing as virus spreads

Demand for face masks, hand sanitisers soars

KUALA LUMPUR: The rising fear among the public over the novel coronavirus (2019-nCov) has caused a high demand for surgical face masks and hand sanitisers over the last few days.

Amazon sees face mask sales surge amid coronavirus fears

Packs of 50 disposable masks have been selling fast on the website.

TSMC says business as usual; Facebook acts on coronavirus hoaxes

Apple A-series chip supplier TSMC has said that production in its Chinese facilities remains on track despite the coronavirus outbreak impacting output ...

Coronavirus forcing Google, Apple to take precautionary measures

Silicon Valley is bracing for the coronavirus outbreak to impact its bottom line as Google closed its offices in China and Apple.

Indiabulls to exit realty biz, merge with entity led by Embassy, Blackstone

In the past two years, IBREL has sold commercial assets to Blackstone for around Rs 12,250 crore

Indiabulls Real Estate to merge certain Embassy Property projects with self

Embassy is in discussions with financial investors such as The Blackstone Group Inc. and others to raise up to $200 million before the said merger. This equity investment of $200 million will bring significant cash in the merged entity for expanding its business operations.

MTN Group to sell 14% of its Nigerian business

MTN Group says it is looking to reduce its majority shareholding in its Nigerian subsidiary by 14%, hoping to raise $4 billion from the sale.

DHFL account classified as ‘red-flagged’ by State Bank of India

  State Bank of India has classified the Dewan Housing Finance Corporation Ltd (DHFL) account as a red-flagged account (RFA) and said it would scrutinise the home loan pools purchased from the trouble

Opposition lingers in Shinhan’s Orange Life merger

Shinhan Financial Group’s plans to merge Orange Life Insurance with its wholly owned life insurance unit seemed to have been working out smoothly. However, trouble persists as minority shareholders continue to demand an increase in their dividend payouts. Small shareholders of Orange began making the demand after teaming up with civic activist group the Korea Stockholders Alliance in November, but Shinhan refu...

On a wing mirror and a prayer? Don't look back in anger in Sunday's Well home with parking

An elegant, Victorian house in Sunday’s Well with oodles of space has a key ingredient — parking, says Tommy Barker

Cork's Montenotte is on the move, boy

With a sunroom, a C3 energy rating, and a price drop in the order of €30,000, No 6 Montenotte Grove sounds like an healthy option for anyone looking for a fine family home, in a settled suburb on the up and up - with the Montenotte Hotel now a standard bearer.

Property of the Week: Old or new? Take your pick on Portobello Road

It may be home to the world’s largest antiques market; but Portobello Road in Notting Hill is surely just as renowned for its property.

Buyer pays 30 per cent above asking price to nab King West loft

This roughly 600-square-foot unit is in a nearly 20-year-old building across from Massey Harris Park that is composed of two-storey units with loft-like characteristics

Once-endangered 1855 Indiana home is revived as an inn

ATTICA, Ind. — Five months ago, Katy Kays was in Attica looking at a property she was thinking about buying, renovating and reselling. As Kays poked around a house that could have used a handy touch before the general manager of Lafayette’s Achieve Marketing and Consulting tried to flip it, she said she had a …

Amazon's Jeff Bezos, already the wealthiest person on the planet, just got billions richer

Jeff Bezos, the world's richest person, got billions richer in minutes Thursday as Amazon shares soared in extended trading on news of a killer quarter driven by strong holiday sales.

Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos added $13.5 billion to his fortune in 15 minutes

Jeff Bezos may have been the only ultra-wealthy billionaire who failed to get richer in 2019, but he’s making up for it in 2020.

Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos added $13.5 billion to his fortune in 15 minutes

Jeff Bezos may have been the only ultra-wealthy billionaire who failed to get richer in 2019, but he’s making up for it in 2020.

It Grows

Evil had a great holiday season: Amazon now has over 150 million Prime subscribers, the company announced in Q4 2019 numbers released on Thursday. The massive growth numbers sent the company’s market cap surging to over $US1 ($1) trillion and made CEO Jeff Bezos an estimated $US13.2 ($20) billion in a matter of...

Jeff Bezos added £10,000,000,000 to his fortune in just 15 minutes

The world's richest man just got richer.

Truth about Trump economy

Trump may be a good president for the top 1% but he has not been good for everyone else COMMENT | JOSEPH E. STIGLITZ | As the world’s business elites trekked to Davos for their annual gathering, people should have been asking a simple question: Have they overcome their infatuation with US President Donald Trump? …

Plague Big Opportunity, Rat Says

U.S. Commerce Department ghoul Wilbur Ross gloated about his belief the ongoing coronavirus outbreak in China is good for JOBS! JOBS! JOBS! in an appearance on Fox Business on Thursday morning, even as the confirmed number of cases and deaths keep rising and experts worry of sustained global spread....

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It's official: too much banking is bad for you

The "financialisation" of an economy can exacerbate inequality, and undermine stability.

Economic Survey maintains $5 trillion aim, but can’t avoid references to Great Indian Slowdown

The annual document barely seems to acknowledge that the Indian economy is in the doldrums.

Investment Implications Of Unravelling Of Post WW2 World Order: The Case Of Turkey

While the world is now accustomed to the likes of China challenging the post-WW2 world order, the challenge by smaller actors such as Turkey is something new.Multinationals, ranging from oil and gas p

Plague Big Opportunity, Rat Says

U.S. Commerce Department ghoul Wilbur Ross gloated about his belief the ongoing coronavirus outbreak in China is good for JOBS! JOBS! JOBS! in an appearance on Fox Business on Thursday morning, even as the confirmed number of cases and deaths keep rising and experts worry of sustained global spread....

Managing investment, trade deficit: Are omnibus laws panacea for growth?

Two omnibus laws on job creation and taxation seem to be Jokowi’s new silver bullets to simplify Indonesia’s jungle of red tape. But are these laws the panaceas we have been looking for?

It may be controversial but the Huawei 5G deal is vital for Brexit Britain’s trading future ǀ View

If Johnson succeeds, Brexit Britain will be one of the few places in the world with preferential trade with the world’s two superpowers. The battle lines in the US-China trade war mean any country that is on good trade terms with both will have an almost unique competitive advantage.

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CHEGE: In Kobe Bryant, fathers of girls have found a shining

In her short life, Gianna learnt a lesson that many take a lifetime to realise.

The self-taught painter putting joy on people's walls – and their backs

Olana Janfa fled Ethiopia aged 15. At 28, he picked up a paintbrush for the first time. Less than two years later, his work stars in a new fashion range.

This amazing ‘Kindergarten Crew’ are still the best of friends in their 70s

A group of old men all in their late 70s have been buddies since childhood and have been getting together at least once a month for the past 30 years. After the members who went away to the military returned in 1988, the group made a commitment to get together, every month, on the second...

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Entertainer who is cracking up the internet

Kazoo Editor Erin Bried on Noisemakers: 25 Women Who Raised Their Voices and Changed the World

Next week, Kazoo magazine will release its first-ever book, Noisemakers: 25 Women Who Raised Their [...]

Airbus Agrees to Pay $10Mln Fine for Violating US Arms Export Control Act - Statement

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - Aircraft manufacturer Airbus has agreed to pay a $10 million fine for allegedly violating the US Arms Export Control Act by providing false information about its compliance with existing rules on arms sales overseas, the US Department of State said in a statement on Friday.

CFPB Sues Citizens Bank For Violating Truth In Lending Act

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has filed a lawsuit against Citizens Bank over alleged violations of the Truth In Lending Act (TILA).

U.S. lifts sanctions on unit of China's biggest shipping company

In September, restrictions were placed on the Dalian units of China COSCO Shipping Corp., sending freight rates soaring as traders cancelled charters linked to the parent company.

Tribal leaders make the case for sales tax-sharing deals

A new law would affirm a sales tax agreement the Tulalip Tribes reached with the state and county.

Sebi disposes of insider trading case against SpiceJet's former independent director

It had been alleged that he traded in SpiceJet while in possession of unpublished price information

RevitUp travels to Hotel Association of Halkidiki summit

RevitUp will be at the upcoming Hotel Association of Halkidiki meetup in Thessaloniki. Scheduled for Sunday, February 2nd, at the Macedonia Palace Hotel, the summit will address topics from sustainability to destination marketing, management, and more.  Nikos Giokas, Director of Business Development at RevitUp, will introduce the latest efforts to redefine revenue optimization for hoteliers during the meetup. Last weekend, Giokas and the RevitUp team were at the 1st International Hospitality Expo Cyprus hotel marketing strategy and tourism promotion with Savvas

IHG debuts upscale brand, voco in Africa with Valor Hospitality Partners Africa

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - InterContinental Hotels Group, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed voco The Bank, Rosebank in South Africa in partnership with Valor Hospitality Partners Africa. Earlier this year, IHG announced the signing of a Master Development Agreement (MDA) with Valor Hospitality Partners Africa to roll out multiple franchise hotels over the next 10 years, across IHG’s portfolio of brands in midscale, upscale and luxury segments. This is the first signing under the MDA and adds

Big corporates opt for WeWork shared office tenancy

The economic downturn and a trend towards flexible office environments see WeWork become home to large enterprises, says WeWork SA GM Stafford Masie.

Tourism Vancouver strengthens Asia Pacific expertise appointing GAO Group as new agency

VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA - Tourism Vancouver announced the appointment of a new agency, GAO Group International, to support regional sales efforts in Asia Pacific. Effective January 2020, GAO Group will be Tourism Vancouver’s official agency offering their services to support the organization’s Asia Pacific corporate incentive business development programs. From GAO Group’s head office in Melbourne and their regional office in Shanghai, they are perfectly positioned to promote Vancouver as a must visit Incentive Travel destination across the broader region. GAO Group

Qatar Airways to host 2nd CAPA Qatar Aviation Aeropolitical and Regulatory Summit

DOHA, QATAR – Following the success of last year’s CAPA Qatar Aviation, Aeropolitical and Regulatory Summit, the first summit of its kind held in the Middle East, Qatar Airways looks forward to welcoming industry leaders, national regulatory authorities, international and regional aviation organisations, and air transport executives from around the world to Doha next month for the second edition. This important summit will see senior aviation decision-makers from across the public and private sector gather for two days, from 5-6 February

Trump will demand high price for UK trade deal, says former ambassador

Kim Darroch said it was ‘impossible’ that the US congress would ratify any trade deal by the end of the year.

Trump will demand the NHS pays more for drugs after Brexit, warns outgoing UK ambassador to US

Donald Trump will demand that the NHS pays higher prices for US drugs as part of any trade deal, the departing British ambassador to Washington has said.

Trump will demand the NHS pays more for drugs after Brexit, warns outgoing UK ambassador to US

Donald Trump will demand that the NHS pays higher prices for US drugs as part of any trade deal, the departing British ambassador to Washington has said.

Trump will demand the NHS pays more for drugs after Brexit, warns outgoing UK ambassador to US, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Donald Trump will insist the NHS pays more for American drugs after Brexit, the outgoing British ambassador to Washington has claimed.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Trump will demand the NHS pays more for drugs after Brexit, warns outgoing UK ambassador to US

Donald Trump will insist the NHS pays more for American drugs after Brexit, the outgoing British ambassador to Washington has claimed.

Union Budget 2020: Govt Tables Economic Survey, Pegs Growth Rate at 6-6.5% For FY 2020-21

The growth rate for the current financial year, ending March 31, was 5%, the Economic Survey, prepared by Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) Arvind Subramanian said. The Survey added that the rate of inflation declined from 3.2% in April 2019 to 2.6% in December 2019.

Budget Session 2020 Highlights: GDP growth rate for 2018-19 revised downwards to 6.1 per cent

Parliament Budget Session 2020, Economic Survey 2020 Highlights: The Economic Survey 2019-2020, tabled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, projected the economic growth of 6 to 6.5 per cent in the fiscal year starting April 1.

Govt Revises GDP Growth For 2018-19 to 6.1 Per Cent From 6.8 Per Cent

Earlier in the day, the Economic Survey presented by chief economic advisor (CEA) Krishnamurthy Subramanian projected revival of economic growth to 6-6.5 per cent in the next fiscal starting April 1, 2020.

Economic Survey Projects India's GDP Growth at 6-6.5 Per Cent for 2020-2021

New Delhi (Sputnik): Amid the widespread slowdown in the Indian economy, the government lowered its national income growth forecast for the current fiscal year from April 2019-March 2020 to 5 per cent against the earlier projections of 7 per cent.

Economic Survey 2020 projects GDP growth at 6-6.5% in FY21

The Economic Survey 2020, prepared by Chief Economic Advisor Dr Krishnamurthy Subramanian, was tabled by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Parliament Friday.

Economic Survey: Time to scrap Essential Commodities Act?

‘Government intervention in agriculture market doing more harm than good’

Survey suggests scrapping of 'anachronistic' Essential Commodites Act 1955

"As the conviction rate, however, is abysmally low and raids have no impact on prices, the ECA only seems to enable rent-seeking and harassment. The Survey provides clear evidence that the case for jettisoning this anachronistic legislation is strong," the document said.

Uptick in retail prices in FY20 mainly on veggies, pulses: Economic Survey

Consumer price inflation has been witnessing moderation since 2014, however, there has been an "uptick" in the prices of food items, particularly vegetables, owing to output disruptions and low base

Economic Survey Bats For Market Economy, Shows How Government’s Intervention Can Do More Harm Than Good

The Indian state is not only involved in running businesses but also intervenes in markets quite frequently.

Why imported onions are rotting? Economic Survey 2020 has an answer

Economic Survey 2020 latest: Imported onions are rotting as there are no takers. Here's what the Economic Survey 2019-20 has to say about the onion crisis

4 Smart Ways to Win Back Your Disengaged Email Subscribers

If a customer hasn't opened one of your emails in months, how can you win back their attention?

Your emails: Should Huawei be in our 5G network?

We’ve once again trawled the emails from our lovely readers to find and answer your burning tech questions

11 Ways to Communicate So Employees Understand Their Benefits

Here's how to share useful information that engages employees

Sonos exposed some customers’ email addresses in Bcc apology gaffe

One of the most important rules of mass-emailing is to use the blind copy field, so you don’t reveal the addresses of all your recipients.

What Are Open Innovation Companies Really Looking For?

A longterm relationship with product developers who take the time to understand their business.

What can you do if a potential employer ‘ghosts’ you?

Ghosting is on the rise in workplace circles too, experts say, as technology is making it easy to both apply for jobs and ignore communication efforts

New Harvard Research Reveals a Sad Truth: Men Are Still More Likely to Get Promoted When They Schmooze, but Women Are Not

Science says schmoozing with the boss can help you get a raise or promotion. As long as both of you are men.

I’ve talked to many world leaders. Queen Elizabeth II was the best at the art of conversation — here’s why.

I have had the privilege of conversing with a number of the world’s great leaders.

Editor’s note: Cheering failure might sound preposterous – but don’t knock it until you’ve tried it

There’s no shame in admitting defeat. To prove it, the February issue of Report on Business magazine features eight inspiring leaders telling us what they learned from their biggest mistakes

Seven steps to improving your company culture

Avoid the perils of a toxic culture by building one on passion, creativity and empowerment

Another oligarch lie, debunked

BEFORE proceeding, here is again thanking Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) secretary, Ramon Lopez, for being our guest during yesterday’s edition of the ‘Meet the Press, Report to the Nation’ media forum at the National Press Club.

POLITICO Global Translations: Corona spreads, Britain retreats as the planet heats

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The great Baillieu stockbroking sting

Should two Melbourne brothers have picked up on the signals coming from a mysterious Arab financier that he was part of an elaborate entrapment?

Managing investment, trade deficit: Are omnibus laws panacea for growth?

Two omnibus laws on job creation and taxation seem to be Jokowi’s new silver bullets to simplify Indonesia’s jungle of red tape. But are these laws the panaceas we have been looking for?

Brexit a 'step backwards' and Canada's coronavirus plans; In The News for Jan. 31

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Ja

UK's health chief slams Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand

LONDON — The chief executive of Britain's National Health Service has criticized Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand Goop and her new Netflix series, warning it carries “considerable risks to health.

UK's health chief slams Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand

LONDON — The chief executive of Britain's National Health Service has criticized Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand Goop and her new Netflix series, warning it carries “considerable risks to health.”

Gwyneth Paltrow’s wellness products condemned by NHS chief

Simon Stevens says people are wasting money and taking risks because of misleading claims

Facebook fights spread of coronavirus misinformation

As misinformation about the coronavirus outbreak continues to spread, Facebook has announced several countermeasures. This is the new reality.

Facebook to remove posts spreading coronavirus conspiracy theories

Facebook plans to take down posts spreading false claims and conspiracy theories about the deadly coronavirus in an unusually aggressive effort to tackle misinformation.

Three suspects arrested in Maltese bank cyber-heist

Suspects used stolen funds to buy Rolex watches, along with a Jaguar and an Audi A5.

Arrests made over EUR13 million cyber heist at Bank of Valletta

The UK's National Crime Agency has made three arrests in Belfast and London over a EUR13 million cyber heist at Malta's Bank of Valletta.

Men arrested on suspicion of connection with €13m cyber-attack on Malta bank

North’s National Crime Agency boss says ‘large amount’ of proceeds ‘funnelled through bank account in Belfast’

Investigators Bust €6 Million Bitcoin and Gold Fraud Scheme

An international task force of French, Belgian and Israeli investigators brought down a fraud scheme responsible for stealing €6 million from French and Belgian citizens.

Car insurance fraudster bought vehicles and then lied they'd been stolen

Louis King was set to pocket £100,000 in 'deceitful' scam. He was caught but avoided jail

Nottingham couple could be stuck in China for weeks as flights suspended over coronavirus

They are trying to 'follow the rules' by staying at home, wearing masks and washing their hands.

British dad trapped in Wuhan with newborn as he couldn't get to airport in time

He says a car arranged by the Government arrived too late to get them to the airport.

Drones are chasing Chinese people into their homes to stop coronavirus spreading

'This is the drone speaking - you shouldn't walk about without wearing a mask.'

British Wuhan evacuees arrive back in UK as first coronavirus case is confirmed

Eighty-three British people and 27 foreign nationals landed at RAF Brize Norton early this afternoon.

'The infected are coming' Wuhan evacuees share journey home on Instagram

Passengers that have touched down at RAF Brize Norton will now spend 14 days in quarantine on the Wirral.

View: Public sector bank network, a good idea

It is vital for India to swiftly enact the law on data protection, given the kind of data sharing that has been envisaged in the PSBN.

Use big data, AI to detect fraud at PSU banks

Economic Survey proposes setting up of a PSB Network to enable banks to take more informed decisions on credit underwriting.Banking sector must scale up in tandem with the size of the Indian economy to support growth and development, says the Survey

Here are a few nuggets from Economic Survey in order to prevent frauds

Financial services exports have remained stagnant, averaging about $5 billion in recent years

How analytics can help expand market share and generate revenue

Fintech players have captured the marketplace with efficient customer experience and proven that mass-market growth is achievable, without branches and with mobile-based applications. What sets new financial entrants apart is that they are adaptable and can provide customers with financial advice in a way that suits them.

The Vendor’s Role In AP Automation Adoption

Hyland discusses the changing motivations behind accounts payable (AP) automation technologies' adoption, and the role of vendor collaboration in modernization.

Legal challenge is launched to block Moscow's attempt to roll out facial recognition - as 175,000 cameras are installed in the capital

Activist Alena Popova and politician Vladimir Milov launched the challenge in Moscow's court, saying the camera's will affect people's privacy. Moscow has 175,000 cameras already installed.

Moscow court case challenges city's facial recognition use after launch

MOSCOW (Reuters) - A court on Friday will hear a legal challenge to Moscow’s rollout of facial recognition technology over privacy fears, after the final piece of its video surveillance jigsaw fell into place with the awarding of a software contract last month.

Andrew Yang warns against ‘slaughterbots’ and urges global ban on autonomous weaponry

Yang called for the U.S. to lead a global ban of lethal autonomous weapons and shared Slaughterbots, a video envisioning a dystopian future.

Chinese residents face jail if they slam country’s coronavirus response

Speaking ill of Beijing’s response to the deadly coronavirus outbreak could land China residents in jail. WeChat, the Chinese social-media

France's Orange chooses Nokia and Ericsson to deploy its 5G network at home

PARIS (Reuters) - Orange (ORAN.PA), France’s biggest telecoms company, said it had chosen Nokia (NOKIA.HE) and Ericsson (ERICb.ST) to deploy its 5G network in mainland France, as China’s Huawei Technologies faces intense political scrutiny in Europe.

Surrey relents on Uber

Mayors in British Columbia's Lower Mainland have reached an agreement on an interim business licence for ride-hailing companies that want to operate in the region.

Lower Mainland mayors, including Surrey, endorse regional ride-hailing licence

VANCOUVER — Mayors in British Columbia's Lower Mainland have reached an agreement on an interim business licence for ride-hailing companies that want to operate in the region.Surrey Mayor Doug . . .

Beavercreek drivers to pay tax increase for street work

Next year, Beavercreek drivers will pay a $5 increase when registering or renewing their motor vehicle licenses.

Fife electric vehicle users will have to pay to use public charging points from April

Drivers of electric vehicles in Fife will soon have to pay to top up at public charging points.

N.S. court says man's rights not infringed when Grabher licence plate was revoked

A Nova Scotia Supreme Court judge has dismissed a claim by a man who says the province infringed on his freedom of expression when it revoked a licence plate personalized with his surname -- Grabher.

Economic Survey 2019-20: Stubble burning incidents come down

But farmers continue this practice every year, starting winter

Farm confidence rises but concern about compliance costs

Farm confidence rises but concern about compliance costs runs deep

Farm confidence rises but concern about compliance costs is deep - Federated Farmers

Farmers are feeling slightly more positive than they were six months ago but very few believe general economic conditions will improve in the year ahead, the Federated Farmers Mid-Season Farm Confidence Survey shows.

Non-Vegetarians Saving More Under Indian Prime Minister Modi, Government Data Shows

New Delhi (Sputnik): India’s federal Finance Ministry’s Economic Survey – a snapshot of the state of economy of the country during 2019-20, has a new chapter titled “Thalinomics: The Economics of a Plate of Food in India”. The government claimed it was an attempt to quantify what an average person pays for a Thali (Plate) of food.

Push for micro-irrigation says Economic Survey

The Economic Survey say that through government schemes like the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) which was launched in 2015 the area under micro-irrigation was increasing.

A truck has rolled, delays expected

Customhouse Street, Awapuni, is blocked following a crash.

I-235 closure planned in Oklahoma City this weekend

Interstate 235 will be closed to through traffic at the Interstate 44 interchange beginning Friday.

WATCH: 69-tonne footbridge at motorway service station near Bristol taken down

Around 70 people took part in the operation

New smart motorways will not open until after safety review, Government confirms

A minister has branded them a "death-trap"

Lane closure at H-3 tunnels switches to Kaneohe-bound side as upgrades progress | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

State officials said efforts to improve safety at H-3 freeway’s Harano Tunnels will continue, with a single-lane closure scheduled on the Kaneohe-bound side, starting Friday.

Financial watchdog to investigate M&C Saatchi accounting scandal

The Financial Conduct Authority has launched an inquiry into the £11.6m accounting error revealed in December.

Three new tech execs join WA's govt-wide digital office

Including the state’s first-ever digital chief.

Reforms must take into account economic wellbeing

As we implement the wave of reforms flowing from the royal commission, it's important to ensure the health of the economic system.

How mortgage broking was saved from near death

The Hayne recommendations nearly finished off mortgage brokers a year ago. Today, their services are more in demand than ever.

Woodford Income Focus fund to reopen in February

£268m fund was frozen in October after stockpicker’s business imploded

Economic Survey 2020 draws heavy references from Kautilya's Arthashashtra

Economic Survey 2020: The document also defends Kautilya and says that he is often misrepresented because of impartial reading of Arthshashtra

Economic Survey advocates further ‘economic freedom’

While it does makes a case for further reform, it falls short on prescriptions and sector-specific insights

Economic Survey maintains $5 trillion aim, but can’t avoid references to Great Indian Slowdown

The annual document barely seems to acknowledge that the Indian economy is in the doldrums.

Explained: What is Economic Survey’s strategy for boosting wealth creation?

Economic Survey reiterates PM Narendra Modi's call for increasing “wealth creators” in the economy.

Managing investment, trade deficit: Are omnibus laws panacea for growth?

Two omnibus laws on job creation and taxation seem to be Jokowi’s new silver bullets to simplify Indonesia’s jungle of red tape. But are these laws the panaceas we have been looking for?

tZero to Launch Broker-Dealer, Seeks Fund from External Sources

tZero, the blockchain subsidiary Overstock, is planning to launch its retail broker-dealer platform called tZero Markets.

Baton Systems, Provider of “Blockchain-Inspired” Payments Software, Finalizes $12 Million Investment Round

Baton Systems, an established developer of "blockchain-inspired" bank-to-bank payments software and infrastructure for linking multiple different ledgers, has

Hyperledger Foundation Introduces Second Software Release of its Open-Source DLT Platform, Hyperledger Fabric

The Hyperledger Foundation has introduced the second software release of its open-source distributed ledger technology (DLT) platform, known as Hyperledger Fabr

Citi Unveils Digital Investment Platform “Citi Wealth Builder”

Citi announced on Thursday the launch of its new tool Citi Wealth Builder, which is described as a digital investing platform with professionally managed portfo

Fintech Become Tops $200 Million in Loans Matched between Online Lenders and SMEs

Become, formerly known as Lending Express, has surpassed $200 million in matching online lending to SMEs in need of growth capital. The news was revealed in a r

SLEX to close lanes and exits for Skyway extension

SLEX, Skyway sections and exits will be closed starting Feb 16. Motorists advised to take alternate routes

I-235 closure planned in Oklahoma City this weekend

Interstate 235 will be closed to through traffic at the Interstate 44 interchange beginning Friday.

Lane closure at H-3 tunnels switches to Kaneohe-bound side as upgrades progress | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

State officials said efforts to improve safety at H-3 freeway’s Harano Tunnels will continue, with a single-lane closure scheduled on the Kaneohe-bound side, starting Friday.

Bicycle, walking paths big parts of $12M Salem Avenue upgrade, public hears

DAYTON — Dozens of Dayton residents turned out to learn more about the city's plan to spend $12 million to redo Salem Avenue, a three-phase project scheduled to begin in 2021.

Portion of TTC's Line 1 closed this weekend

Commuters will be faced with yet another subway closure this weekend on Line 1.

Trump claims Democrats 'want to kill our cows, that means you're next,' in a bizarre attack in Iowa on Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's Green New Deal, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - President Donald Trump railed against the Green New Deal championed by progressive Democrats — which makes no mention of confiscating livestock.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Donald Trump faithful stand by their man during his trial

President wages frenetic campaign to rally his base while Senate considers his future

Bernie Sanders Can’t Win

Class loathing feels so good, but it is ultimately self-defeating.

10 things you need to know today: January 31, 2020

The Senate heads into a vote on impeachment witnesses, WHO declares China's coronavirus outbreak a global emergency, and more

10 Things to Know for Today

Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today: 1. ‘THERE IS NO NEED FOR MORE EVIDENCE’ Republican Sen. Lamar Alexander of Tennessee will oppose calling more witnesses in Trump’s impeachment trial, all but dashing Democratic efforts to hear more testimony and boosting odds of a quick …

Jenni Lessard brings diverse experience to Wanuskewin

"I get excited about ingredients that come from the land. "

This globetrotting Lake Stevens bartender is aiming high

Macara “Mac” Hinds tended bar in Germany and traveled in Norway and Thailand. Now she is training to fly airplanes.

After 38 years, Island Bakery shuts off ovens

A family owned and operated commercial bakery that supplied bread to tens of thousands on the Island for 38 years has shut down its ovens.Island Bakery, which started life on Tennyson Avenue in . . .

Mum spends over £10,000 on daughter's seventh birthday party

There were 80 guests, carnival rides, and a massive cake.

Miller & Baker

It’s one of the few Australian bakeries milling its own flour. Come for single-origin loaves, sweet pastries and vegemite scrolls, sandwiches, and coffee by Five Senses.

AUD/USD keeps the red near multi-month lows, around 0.6700 mark ahead of US data

The AUD/USD pair maintained its offered tone through the mid-European session, albeit has managed to rebound around 15-20 from near four-month lows to

USD/CAD moves back closer to multi-week tops/200-DMA

The USD/CAD pair reversed an early dip to sub-1.3200 levels and moved back closer to seven-week tops set in the previous session. Having touched an in

USD/CHF drops below 0.9700 as markets remain risk-averse

The USD/CHF pair erased nearly 40 pips on Thursday and seems to be having a difficult time staging a recovery on Friday. After touching a daily high o

USD/JPY stays under pressure and targets 108.40 – UOB

FX Strategists at UOB Group keep the negative view on USD/JPY and still see a potential move to 108.40 in the next weeks. Key Quotes 24-hour view: “Th

Crude Oil Futures: The negative view remains unchanged

Open interest increased by around 14.2K contracts on Thursday, reaching the second build in a row as per advanced readings from CME Group. In the same

Katie Price is ‘focusing on rebuilding her empire’ rather than men

She's also changing her number for a fresh start.

ONE ON ONE: Flaqo 411

Entertainer who is cracking up the internet

MIA launches crowdfunding drive to avoid platforms that 'sell data to Cambridge Analytica'

The musician has promised music and videos to her Patreon supporters, and the possibility of recipes and dating advice

Mark Wright & Michelle Keegan drop baby hint with plans to build family-friendly mega-mansion

Former Towie star Mark Wright and his wife Michelle Keegan have dropped the strongest hint yet they are hoping to have a baby by submitting plans to demolish their £1.3 million home to build a family-friendly mega-mansion

I aborted Twice-Wema Sepetu, Is Gospel singer getting auctioned? this week on #UhondoMtaani

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Pound-to-New Zealand Dollar Rate Risks Correction as RBNZ Shifts into "Neutral" Gear

The British Pound Sterling vs the New Zealand Dollar: Latest GBP/NZD News and Analysis

Pound Sterling Powers into Month-End Against Euro and Dollar

The British Pound heads into month end with momentum owing to a decision by the Bank of England to keep interest rates unchanged

EUR/GBP on the defensive around 0.8400 ahead of Brexit

The continuation of the buying interest around the quid is forcing EUR/GBP to recede further ground and briefly test the area of 2020 lows near 0.8385

Sterling extends gains after BoE keeps rates on hold

LONDON, Jan 31 — The British pound extended its rally today for a second consecutive day following the Bank of England’s decision to keep interest rates steady on signs of a post-election pick-up in growth. But analysts said the rally may be short lived. The United Kingdom exits the European...

Take Profit on USDCAD Long – TDS

Following Friday’s release of the Canadian monthly GDP growth figures, Mazen Issa, Senior FX Strategist at TD Securities (TDS), suggests taking profit

Lower Mainland mayors, including Surrey, endorse regional ride-hailing licence

VANCOUVER — Mayors in British Columbia's Lower Mainland have reached an agreement on an interim business licence for ride-hailing companies that want to operate in the region.Surrey Mayor Doug . . .

Surrey relents on Uber

Mayors in British Columbia's Lower Mainland have reached an agreement on an interim business licence for ride-hailing companies that want to operate in the region.

Beavercreek drivers to pay tax increase for street work

Next year, Beavercreek drivers will pay a $5 increase when registering or renewing their motor vehicle licenses.

Fife electric vehicle users will have to pay to use public charging points from April

Drivers of electric vehicles in Fife will soon have to pay to top up at public charging points.

Scottish bus firm Alexander Dennis to build up to 600 buses for Irish operator

Larbert-based bus manufacturer Alexander Dennis has won a competition to provide as many as 600 hybrid buses for the Republic of Ireland’s National Transport Authority.

Economic Survey backs Temasek-like model proposed for divestment

Survey recommends transferring stake of listed govt firms to a corporate entity

Economic Survey 2020 pitches divestment in public sector undertakings

Economic Survey says public sector units performed better than peers after privatisation

Economic Survey 2020: How privatisation helps CPSEs unlock growth potential

Economic Survey 2020: The analysis showed that these privatised CPSEs, on an average, perform better post privatisation than their peers in terms of their net worth, net profit, return on assets

Funding National Infra Pipeline would be a 'challenge': Economic Survey 2019-20

To achieve GDP of USD 5 trillion by 2024 – 2025, India needs to spend about USD 1.4 trillion (Rs.100 lakh crore) over these years on infrastructure so that lack of infrastructure does not become a constraint to the growth of Indian economy, the survey said.

Eco Survey flags disproportionate dwarfism of banks, calls to be efficient

The Economic Survey 2019-20 tabled in Parliament by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman noted that despite nationalisation a significant portion of the poor remained unbanked till 2014

Auto industry slowdown temporary: Economic Survey

The survey said that the “temporary auto slowdown may be attributable to certain other reasons such as lack of credit, base effect (as in last few years auto sector has grown rapidly), and structural changes like adoption of newer fuel standards from BS-IV to BS-VI from April 20 etc.”

‘Buying a gun easier than opening a restaurant in Delhi: Chief Economic Advisor’

Analogy given by Chief Economic Advisor for improving the ease of doing business in India

Economic Survey 2019-20 highlights: Back to Adam Smith's Invisible Hand

India's aspiration to become a $5 trillion economy depends critically on strengthening the invisible hand of the market, it said. And this needs to be done with the hand of trust through government intervention by facilitating pro-business policies.

Pre Budget Expectations by HDFC Securities

HDFC Securities The Govt needs to give a serious push to improve the business environment.

Top headlines: Eco Survey 2019-20, Wipro's Abidali Neemuchwala steps down

Economic Survey for 2019-20 was tabled in Parliament on Friday and projected the country's gross domestic product (GDP) to grow between 6 - 6.5 per cent in financial 2020-21 (FY21)

GRH Dean receives award

MADURAIDean of Government Rajaji Hospital J. Sangumani received the ‘Vocational Excellence Award’ from Rotary Club of Madurai West here on Friday. The award was presented by M. Thirumalai, former Vice

Cash-strapped Triphin will enrol at Wits University, thanks to Mukuru

By Nonkululeko Njilo | Sowetan | South Africans have rolled up their sleeves and hatched a plan to send a cash-strapped matriculant with seven distinctions to university — just two days after her heartfelt plea for help. Triphin Mudzvengi has touched hearts across the nation after revealing that she was accepted at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits). But due to her family's financial constraints she was unable to enrol, reported GroundUp on Tuesday. She had tried to obtain scholarships and bursaries but did not qualify because, having arrived in the country with her parents from Zimbabwe in 2010, she was a foreign national. This also excluded her from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme.

From Orange Vendor To Educationist: The Journey Of Padma Shri Harekala Hajabba

Here’s how an orange vendor became an educationist and was recognised for his service.

Primary school Easton is rated 'good' for 'first time' by Ofsted in remarkable turnaround

Former pupil Bristol mayor Marvin Rees paid a visit to congratulate the school

Doctors start terrace garden at trauma centre

It aims at promoting ‘grow your own food’ concept and works as a stress buster for doctors

Multibillion-dollar tax breaks for movie production are getting bad reviews, and some states are walking out

More and more states and cities are souring on the breaks they gave Hollywood production companies in hopes of becoming movie meccas.

Writers Guild hopes new streaming laws will reverse 'service industry' trend

TORONTO - Amid talks about regulating foreign streaming services in this country, the Writers Guild of Canada is sounding the alarm on what it says is a tro

Good start, companies — now keep raising wages!

About a decade ago, when I started writing about how companies should strive to create value for stakeholders, not just shareholders, some of my business and finance friends thought I was nuts.

Good start, companies — now keep raising wages!

About a decade ago, when I started writing about how companies should strive to create value for stakeholders, not just shareholders, some of my business and finance friends thought I was nuts.

Good start, companies — now keep raising wages!, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - We've been heading toward a "Better Capitalism," but if we're going to fix the American economy, companies need to keep raising wages.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam rejects calls to close border despite coronavirus fears

Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam rejected calls from a medical union on Friday to close the border with mainland China to contain the spread of the new coronavirus, and urged health staff not to go through with a threatened strike.

6,500 hospital workers to strike unless gov’t closes border with mainland: union

Around 6,500 nurses and doctors have pledged to go on strike unless the government completely closes the border with the mainland in order to stem the spread of the potentially fatal Wuhan coronavirus Representatives of the recently formed...

China Reports Nearly 10,000 Coronavirus Cases

The World Health Organization says the worldwide spread of the virus is a global health emergency, as well as an "extraordinary event" requiring a coordinated international response.

WHO Declares Global Health Emergency as Wuhan Coronavirus Continues to Spread

The World Health Organisation on Thursday declared an international public health emergency over the deadly new coronavirus that has hit China hard. The announcement comes as nearly a hundred cases have been spotted in countries outside of China, including the first case of human-to-human transmission in the U.S., also reported on Thursday.

Wuhan coronavirus: China sacks senior city health official unable to answer basic questions

BEIJING: Chinese authorities on Thursday (Jan 30) sacked the health chief of a city near the epicentre of the coronavirus outbreak whose ...

Ireland's Varadkar: Don't see how to separate fisheries from Brexit trade deal

Don't see how to separate fisheries from Brexit trade deal, the Irish PM Leo Varadkar reacted to the UK Cabinet minister Michael Gove's comments. It i

The pound rises as the UK bids goodbye to the EU — but experts say to brace for a drop of up to 7% if trade talks fail

If the UK ends up back with a so-called hard exit, "we would look for GBP USD to drop 5% to 7% taking us back towards $1.24," one analyst said.

The pound rises as the UK bids goodbye to EU — but experts say to brace for an up to 7% drop if trade talks falter

The British pound is trading slightly higher as Britain gets ready to leave the European Union tonight.

The pound rises as the UK bids goodbye to the EU — but experts say to brace for a drop of up to 7% if trade talks fail, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - If the UK ends up back with a so-called hard exit, "we would look for GBP USD to drop 5% to 7% taking us back towards $1.24," one analyst said.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

The pound rises as the UK bids goodbye to EU — but experts say to brace for an up to 7% drop if trade talks falter

The British pound is trading slightly higher as Britain gets ready to leave the European Union tonight.

DBKL to offer special traffic compound rates from Feb 1

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) will be offering special traffic compound rates as low as RM15 for motorcycles, cars and heavy vehicles from February 1- March 3 in conjunction with Federal Territory Day. The public may check and settle outstanding fines at all DBKL payment...

1.7 million road users to benefit from 18pc discount for PLUS toll charges

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — A total of 1.7 million road users will benefit from the 18 per cent savings in their toll rates, at all PLUS-operated highways nationwide, from the stroke of midnight tomorrow. The toll reduction will cover all Passenger Vehicles (Class 1), Taxis (Class 4) and Buses (Class...

Photos: Gokada, Opay protest ahead of February 1st enforcement date

Riders on the platform of Opay and Gokada hailing services staged a peaceful protest on Friday, to protest the ban announced by the Lagos

Toll fares on PLUS highways reduced by 18% from Feb 1 – no change in rates until concession ends in 2058

As agreed under the terms of its concession extension, PLUS has announced that it will implement the 18% reduction in toll rates as defined by the

Finance minister: 18pc discount for PLUS toll charges starts tonight

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — The 18 per cent Projek Lebuhraya Utara Selatan (PLUS) toll highway discount begins tonight, said Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng today. Lim reiterated Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s announcement that the Cabinet has decided to restructure PLUS’ concession...

Minister of Transport and Communications meets Senegal’s Minister of Tourism and Air Transport

Minister of Transport and Communications, H E Jassim bin Saif bin Ahmed Al Sulaiti held talks at the Ministry offices yesterday with the Minister of Tourism and Air Transport of the Republic of Senegal, H E Alioune Sarr.

Qatar Airways to host 2nd CAPA Qatar Aviation Aeropolitical and Regulatory Summit

DOHA, QATAR – Following the success of last year’s CAPA Qatar Aviation, Aeropolitical and Regulatory Summit, the first summit of its kind held in the Middle East, Qatar Airways looks forward to welcoming industry leaders, national regulatory authorities, international and regional aviation organisations, and air transport executives from around the world to Doha next month for the second edition. This important summit will see senior aviation decision-makers from across the public and private sector gather for two days, from 5-6 February

Parliament asks gov’t to avail UGX 10.3b for UNESCO conference, Dubai expo

Kampala, Uganda  | THE INDEPENDENT |  Parliament has directed government to avail additional funding of 10.3 billion shillings to the Tourism Sector to among others enable the hosting of the 45th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee Conference. This followed the adopted of the Budget Committee report on the financial year 2020/2021 budget framework paper …

Woqod opens Sealine petrol station

Qatar Fuel “Woqod” yesterday opened Sealine petrol station, raising its network of fixed and mobile petrol stations to 103.

QFMA to further boost Qatari capital market: CEO

The Qatar Financial Markets Authority (QFMA) is working to further improve the performance of Qatar’s capital market, which has previously been ranked among top 10 financial markets in the world in various indicators related to measuring capital market performance.

How to become a millionaire – Anyone can do it

Here’s how to become a millionaire, anyone can do it! Including you. You just have to put your money and mind to it.

TCG BDC: The Case Of The Unattractive High Yield

Sporting a high dividend yield of 12.40%, TCG BDC stock may be on many investors’ watch list.The company regularly pays dividends and repurchases shares every quarter, but funds for these activities a

7.3% Yield, Monthly Pay Opportunity From HFRO

Most fixed income products are getting expensive, including preferred stocks and bonds.Yet we keep finding nice opportunities for fixed income investors.HFRO has traded flat recently while most fixed

Good start, companies — now keep raising wages!

About a decade ago, when I started writing about how companies should strive to create value for stakeholders, not just shareholders, some of my business and finance friends thought I was nuts.

Good start, companies — now keep raising wages!, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - We've been heading toward a "Better Capitalism," but if we're going to fix the American economy, companies need to keep raising wages.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Tech View: Be patient with Budget volatility, don’t rush to buy on dips

Nifty broke below the lower end of the Rising Megaphone pattern on the daily chart.

F&O: Over to Budget; banking stocks only hope as bears rule

India VIX moved up 3.38 per cent to 17.36 level.

Trade setup for Budget day: Nifty has strong support at 11,900, 11,850

On the upside, NSE Nifty has resistance at 12,125 and 12,200 levels.

Bitcoin Price Analysis: $10,000 In Sight, However Bearish Divergence Might Ruin The Bulls Party?

Since Bitcoin broke firmly above the $9K price line last Tuesday, we saw the coin consolidating mostly inside the range of $9300 - $9400. The beautiful

USD/CHF drops below 0.9700 as markets remain risk-averse

The USD/CHF pair erased nearly 40 pips on Thursday and seems to be having a difficult time staging a recovery on Friday. After touching a daily high o

Stocks drop amid uncertainty over virus impact; Amazon soars

U.S. stocks fell broadly in midday trading on Wall Street amid ongoing uncertainty about the potential economic impact of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus outbreak that originated in China.

Stocks decline as coronavirus keeps traders on edge

Stocks fell broadly Friday, the final day of the month, as traders tried to assess the potential economic impact of China’s fast-spreading coronavirus while weighing earnings from Caterpillar and Amazon.

Dow plunges 500 points amid coronavirus fears after outbreak is declared a global health emergency and death toll reaches 213

The World Health Organization declared the epidemic a global emergency on Thursday after the fast-spreading virus killed more than 200 people in China and infected thousands.

Jakarta stock index slips 1.5 percent as Wuhan virus spreads

The JCI concluded morning trade at 5,966.87 before lunch break, breaking below the 6,000 level for the first time this year.

Rand tumbles to 11-week low as coronavirus, power cuts weigh

The rand fell by nearly 4% over the week.

Don’t worry, we are okay, say Malaysian students under Wuhan coronavirus lockdown

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — “Families and friends in Malaysia, don’t worry. We are okay and safe here,” said Yeong Kai Yi, 26, a Malaysian student at the Central China Normal University in Wuhan, China, when contacted by Bernama today. The final year student at the university’s School of Fine...

China locked down 50 million people and has to keep them fed | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

BEIJING >> Carrying permits demanding “fast passage,” truck drivers rushed a 560-ton shipment of disinfectant from eastern China to Wuhan, the locked-down city of 11 million people at the center of a vast effort to contain a new viral disease.

Rome bar near Trevi fountain and restaurant in Vietnam ban Chinese customers and Italian music school blocks all East Asian students in 'racist' incidents as coronavirus is declared a global health emergency

A bar in central Rome has put up a sign saying 'people coming from China' do not have access, while a restaurant in Vietnam said 'no Chinese'. An Italian school has also barred East Asians.

Control on society lets China lock down 50M people, feed them

Authorities have blocked 50 million people from leaving Wuhan and nearby cities at the center of the outbreak. That in turn requires a massive effort to keep them supplied with food and other neces...

Nearly 1,000 students, staff on leave of absence after returning from China, says MOE

SINGAPORE: A total of 967 students and employees from schools in Singapore have been placed on a leave of absence because of their recent travel ...

Use big data, AI to detect fraud at PSU banks

Economic Survey proposes setting up of a PSB Network to enable banks to take more informed decisions on credit underwriting.Banking sector must scale up in tandem with the size of the Indian economy to support growth and development, says the Survey

Eco Survey flags 'disproportionate dwarfism' of Indian banks, calls upon PSBs to become efficient

Flagging 'disproportionate dwarfism' of banks, Economic Survey called upon PSBs to become efficient.

Eco Survey flags disproportionate dwarfism of banks, calls to be efficient

The Economic Survey 2019-20 tabled in Parliament by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman noted that despite nationalisation a significant portion of the poor remained unbanked till 2014

View: Public sector bank network, a good idea

It is vital for India to swiftly enact the law on data protection, given the kind of data sharing that has been envisaged in the PSBN.

Explained: What is Economic Survey’s strategy for boosting wealth creation?

Economic Survey reiterates PM Narendra Modi's call for increasing “wealth creators” in the economy.

What to do when you want to apply for an internal position at your company

When applying for an internal role try to resist the temptation to treat the process more informally than you might an external role.

11 Ways to Communicate So Employees Understand Their Benefits

Here's how to share useful information that engages employees

Studying That the Leadership Principle of Nursemaids

How can the Nursing Quantum Leadership idea be used by nurses ? The comprehension of direction through direction theory has been the most effective instrument for esophageal career advancement from

Vocation in Political Science

Occupation in science is one of the absolute most tough yet lucrative academic applications at degree. It is crucial to reach the educational qualification and possess relevant job experience, to earn

Top Web Development Companies To Seek In 2020 For Startups

2020 is going to be a competitive year especially for business people. A large number of startups and small businesses are outsourcing their projects to the...

The Super Bowl’s massive audience is a huge draw for advertisers. Here are 10 brands running Super Bowl commercials for the first time in 2020.

Dozens of brands are set to descend on your TV screens during the Super Bowl this year.

The Super Bowl's massive audience is a huge draw for advertisers. Here are 10 brands running Super Bowl commercials for the first time in 2020., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Bud Light Seltzer, Facebook, Little Caesars, Sabra, are among the brands airing Super Bowl ads for the first time.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

2020 Classic Rock Super Bowl Commercials

A rundown of the 2020 classic rock Super Bowl commercials.

What to watch, besides the Super Bowl, this weekend

Drama, fashion, nature’s machinations and music compete against the NFL championship game conformity

Christina Ricci Turns on the Magic, Levi’s Shuts Down Stores Due to Coronavirus

It's Friday. You've earned two minutes of fun and frivolity. Behold: Roger Vivier's campy, glamorous new campaign starring Christina Ricci!

Credit rating agency S&P expected to keep Turkey's outlook unchanged

The U.S.-based international credit rating agency Standard & Poor's S&P is expected to keep Turkey's credit ratings and the overall outlook...

Boeing Credit Rating Slashed Amid Plane Maker’s Ongoing 737 MAX Fiasco

Moody's warns Boeing also remains

Crisil upgrades Jindal Steel's NCD ratings to positive on restart of plant

Upgrade reflects improvement in JSPL's business risk profile over medium term

Indian economy has hit ‘a trough’, hope to achieve 6-6.5% in 2020-’21, says chief economic advisor

The chief economic advisor pointed out that firms that had borrowed a lot of funds between 2008 and 2012 had invested less during the 2013-’17 period.

A positive, but cautious outlook for M&A activity in 2020

After recent surges in activity in 2018 and 2019, New Zealand’s M&A activity is expected to slow down in 2020, with processes taking longer, and some deals failing to complete.

Council says 'no thanks' to free theatre ticket but declining the offer 'will impact vulnerable children'

The Empire Theatre offers the complimentary service to Sunderland City Council

What next for Tiverton town centre?

The previous Mid Devon District Council (MDDC) Conservative-led administration had agreed to widen an alleyway between Fore Street and the Pannier Market

Kilbowie outdoor centre closure agreed by North Lanarkshire Council

The residential facility, which provides outdoor education for Primary Seven groups, is to shut in 2020-2021.

Fight on to stop school change

Cllr Forbes and parent council attend key meeting over Invergowrie primary on Monday

Carnoustie residents demand renewables giant moves controversial cable landing site

Carnoustie community leaders have moved to protect local tourism from “huge disruption” caused by controversial plans to bury an electricity cable next to their world-famous golf course.

Jennifer Aniston to 'hang out' with Meghan Markle after Duchess moves to Canada

Friends star Jennifer Aniston looks set to spend more time with Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, as she and Harry settle in Canada

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Could Be Headed to Los Angeles

Hot off the heels of rumors that Meghan Markle was looking for an agent, E! News reports that she and Prince Harry are hoping to spend some time in Los Angeles this summer to soak up the sunshine and maybe spend a little more time with Markle's mom, Doria Ragland. According to a source close to the Sussexes, the duo will get settled in Canada before clocking in some time in L.A.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry could relocate to Los Angeles this summer

"They have started to look at homes online"

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry could relocate to Los Angeles this summer

"They have started to look at homes online"

Meghan Markle Is “Actively Looking” for a Manager or an Agent Right Now

Meghan Markle is actively looking for an agent now that she and Prince Harry have stepped away from royal duties—find out more here.

Building Micromobility At A Global Scale

Entering the competitive and complex electric scooter and bike market in Washington, D.C. is newcomer Helbiz, based in the U.S. but better known in Europe.

Too expensive to run, EV car sharing schemes in London are shutting down

All-electric vehicle sharing services in London are being scrapped after their operators say they is no longer economically viable.

A few tips to boost sales of new cars

Levying road tax for five-year periods, making the registration process online, and ensuring dealerships sell spare parts across the counter and online are among steps that will help reduce the cost of ownership

10 promising Italian startups to watch out for in 2020

Besides their great taste in food, style and ice cream, Italians also have an innate sense for starting a business. The Italian government has introduced more than a few initiatives to simplify the challenges that young companies face – in 2012, Italy introduced the ‘Italian Startup Act‘, which brought with it tax incentives for investors, a fast-track visa for entrepreneurs, more relaxed labor regulations, and a simpler registration process for new companies. Startups can also obtain grants or loans from Invitalia, as well as apply for the Italia Startup Visa from the Ministry of Economic Development and Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Hubs like Turin and Rome are gaining traction, and investors are increasingly taking interest in due to a new host of success stories.

Quality scores, along with amenities

Cost reduction is no longer the sole concern for buyers in affordable housing projects. By M.A. Siraj

Blibli.com Debuts Cashierless Store; Nordstrom Pilots Resale Concept

News: eCommerce merchants are tapping into the world of brick-and-mortar retail by opening cashless and cashierless stores.

Did Walmart Waste $3.3 Billion on Jet.com?

The e-commerce site is a shell of what it was when the retailer purchased it.

Macy's is launching a new store concept that's masterminded by the woman behind buzzy concept store, Story, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Macy's is in the process of hiring employees to work at its new store in the upscale town of Southlake, Texas.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Macy’s is launching a new store concept that’s masterminded by the woman behind buzzy concept store, Story

Macy’s is preparing to open a new retail concept in Texas.

Macy's is launching a new store concept that's masterminded by the woman behind buzzy concept store, Story

Macy’s is preparing to open a new retail concept in Texas.

It's easier to buy a gun in Delhi than to set up a restaurant: Economic Survey

"Although India has significantly reduced the time and cost of starting a business, a lot more needs to be done," it said.

Delhi Police ask for 45 documents for opening restaurant, only 19 for a gun: Economic Survey

Delhi Police ask for as many as 45 documents before giving its clearance for opening an eatery in the national capital as gainst only 19 to buy a gun, the Economic Survey said on Friday while making a case for doing away with unnecessary controls.

Needed: fewer regulations for start-ups, says CEA Krishnamurthy Subramanian

“With a rank of 163 of the 190 nations in enforcing contracts, only a few countries like Afghanistan, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe perform worse than India.”

Economic Survey 2020: Red-tape still strangles Indian manufacturing

Economic Survey 2020 updates: Ease of doing business in India seems like a far fetched dream as of now due to the huge number of licenses and approvals needed to run a business. Here's all you need to know

More documents needed to open a restaurant than to buy a pistol, says Economic Survey 2019-20

36 approvals are required to open a restaurant in Bengaluru, Delhi requires 26, and Mumbai 22.

Tinder, Bumble, and Grindr Are Under Investigation For Allowing Minors

Online dating is a hellscape, but the U.S. House Oversight and Reform subcommittee is fed up with just how shitty apps like Tinder, Bumble, and Grindr have been with regard to their users’ safety and privacy. Yesterday, it launched a new investigation into dating apps for doing an inadequate job of screening for minors, and inappropriately selling or sharing personal data.

Tinder, Bumble face US inquiry over sex offenders, underage use

A House subcommittee is investigating popular dating services such as Tinder and Bumble for allegedly allowing minors and sex offenders to use their services.

Avast (and AVG) busted for selling personal data, kills responsible subsidiary

A company that millions trust to protect their PCs from external threats has just been busted selling their confidential data to advertisers

Facebook's iffy past practices with facial recognition just cost it $550 million

While governments worldwide are starting to add facial recognition software to public cameras, Facebook has settled its long-term legal dispute concerning

Why Google Backtracked on Its New Search Results Look

The internet giant, which some lawmakers and regulators say has grown too powerful, tweaked the way it displayed ads on search results. It did not go over well.

How to Sustain Your Pace and Performance at Work by Paying Attention to Your Burnout Cycle

How often you feel depleted reveals more than you might think.

Three simple tweaks to your everyday routine to be happier and more successful

These three simple changes will make you more productive instantly

Your Daily Horoscope for Saturday, February 1

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

Circadian health and wellness sabbaticals are set to be big trends in 2020

Get ready for energy healing and wellness music.

4 Ways to Get a Head Start on Monday Without Sacrificing Your Weekend

When it's not possible to completely cut off from work over the weekend, create balance between life and work with the right combination of technology, communication, and discipline.

To Amazon Or Not Amazon? An Eyeglass Retailer Faces The Question

David Roger of eyewear seller Felix Gray discusses the downside of the buy button, and what retailers must consider before building a relationship with Amazon.

6 of the best things to buy at Costco, from someone who used to hate it

Much as it pains me to admit, I've become a Costco connoisseur of sorts. I even have a few lesser-known items I almost exclusively purchase at Costco.

Apple’s AR glasses deserve an Apple Watch-style ‘early access’ launch

Apple's first Watch launched before it was fully baked, but early access helped users and developers learn what worked -- something the AR industry needs.

Shareholder Capitalism Isn't Dead, It Just Changed Its Name to Stakeholder Capitalism

In our headlong search for what comes after shareholder capitalism, we have at long last discovered that stakeholder capitalism is still the same capitalism. And that's good news.

These TNW2020 tracks are back by popular demand

At last year’s TNW Conference, we welcomed 350 speakers to share their ideas and visions of what’s next in tech. Divided over 11 themes, our program let you find the talks you’d enjoy the most – whether you were interested in marketing trends, the future of work, or digital art. Several of these tracks were […]

Eurozone Preliminary GDP arrives at 0.1% QoQ in Q4, misses estimates

The Eurozone economy eased its pace of expansion at 0.1% on quarter in the three months to December of 2019, missing +0.2% expected, the first estimat

When are the Eurozone Preliminary CPIs/ GDP and how could they affect EUR/USD?

Eurostat will publish the first estimate of Eurozone inflation and growth figures for January and Q4 respectively at 1000 GMT today. The headline CPI

Eurozone Preliminary CPI rises 1.4% YoY in Jan, meets estimates

According to Eurostat’s flash reading of Eurozone CPI report, the annual reading came in at +1.4% in October, meeting expectations of +1.4% and +1.3%

Eurozone economy records worst year since 2013

The growth recorded was lower than the 0.2% anticipated in the markets and was largely due to the fact that two of the eurozone's biggest economies, France and Italy, both contracted.

Economic Survey 2020: GDP Growth Projected At 6-6.5 Per Cent In FY21; Growth Resurgence From Second Half Of FY20

The Economic Survey 2019-20 was tabled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in the parliament today (31 January). The survey projects the Indian Economy to grow at a rate of 6 to 6.5 per cent in the upcoming Financial Year 2020-21.

Triodos Bank CEO: 'Bankers should be eco-warriors'

Presenting at the Bristol Distinguished Address Series, Dr Bevis Watts, chief executive of Triodos Bank UK spoke on the essential role banking must play in driving action on climate change.

Eco Survey flags disproportionate dwarfism of banks, calls to be efficient

The Economic Survey 2019-20 tabled in Parliament by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman noted that despite nationalisation a significant portion of the poor remained unbanked till 2014

More countries publishing ecosystem accounts, considering environment in economic decisions

New research shows that an increasing number of countries are publishing ecosystem accounts, helping to embed nature in economic and financial decisions.

Monetary Authority Of Singapore: What It Will Take To Win Digital Banking Licenses

The Merchants Guide To Navigating Global Payments Regulations examines how financial and data regulations are changing across different markets like Singapore.

Eco Survey flags 'disproportionate dwarfism' of Indian banks, calls upon PSBs to become efficient

Flagging 'disproportionate dwarfism' of banks, Economic Survey called upon PSBs to become efficient.

EA will release 4 new non-sports games before the end of March 2021

EA has revealed a simple outline of its plans for this fiscal year.

DICE leadership changes as studio prepares for next Battlefield

EA revealed that there's been a change of leadership at Battlefield developer DICE Stockholm.

EA made nearly a billion Dollars in the last quarter thanks to “Live Services”

Publisher Electronic Arts has reported on its quarterly earnings for the last three months of 2019, and they’ve made an awful lot of money on their “live services” which is a bit of a catchall-term…

EA: Apex Legends for Mobile Still Coming

Last year in May, EA announced that it was going to bring Apex Legends to mobile devices. We knew it wouldn't be a quick process, taking a title for PC and console then porting it to mobile, but we did kind of expect to hear more about its development as we get closer to it being almost a year...

Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order now aims to sell 10 million units by March

During Electronic Arts' Q3 earnings call, the company noted that its predictions for Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order had been beaten. The game is now expected to sell 10 million copies by March 2020.

Delayed police break-up costing force millions, report claims

West Mercia Police’s failure to break its alliance with Warwickshire is costing the force “£6million to £8million” a year, according to a commissioner’s report.

Council to set aside million for survivors of child abuse

£2million has been set aside to support those who suffered historical abuse.

Inspectors give their verdict after return visit to Torbay's 'inadequate' children's services

Two inspectors from the government standards watchdog Ofsted - the Office for Standards in Education - carried out a monitoring visit to the department on January 8

Construction boss jailed after illegal migrants found working on Midland Metropolitan Hospital

Illegal migrants were found working on the crisis-hit Midland Metropolitan Hospital site after a Home Office-led investigation.

Daily Insight: All system(-level planning) go

The must-read stories and debate in health policy and leadership.

Surge pricing for taxis to be proposed in NY City Council

Changes could be on the way for taxi drivers and passengers in New York City if a proposal being introduced in New York City Council Friday becomes law.

Your letters for Jan. 31

All hail the motoristRe: Druh Farrell pledges more “climate change” oversight, Jan. 24So Councillors Farrell and Gian-Carlo Carra have now earnestly latched onto the modern progressive’s favo…

Beavercreek drivers to pay tax increase for street work

Next year, Beavercreek drivers will pay a $5 increase when registering or renewing their motor vehicle licenses.

Electric scooters can help cities move beyond cars v pedestrians

New laws to legalise e-scooters should be about safety, not horsepower, says Alex Hern, UK technology editor for the Guardian

Lyft Has 99 Problems, But This Ain't One

Lyft has several problems today, but low barriers to entry might not be one of them.Each price cut by Lyft increases the cost of entering its industry because Lyft's own prices are the cap on payments

Coronavirus: NZ businesses exporting to China take a hit

New Zealand exporters are nervously waiting to see how big an impact the deadly coronavirus will have on their businesses. The disease is spreading across the globe and has killed at least 171 people and infected thousands. Restrictions in China on travel and public gatherings to try to contain the outbreak are putting the squeeze on New Zealand firms doing business in the country. New Zealand Rock Lobster Industry Council chief executive Mark Edwards said the live lobster export business had ceased after a huge drop in demand. He said the timing - during Chinese New Year, a peak period for demand and goods prices - was unfortunate.

Plague Big Opportunity, Rat Says

U.S. Commerce Department ghoul Wilbur Ross gloated about his belief the ongoing coronavirus outbreak in China is good for JOBS! JOBS! JOBS! in an appearance on Fox Business on Thursday morning, even as the confirmed number of cases and deaths keep rising and experts worry of sustained global spread....

Wilbur Ross Sees a Bright Side to Chinese Virus

Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross suggested Thursday that the viral outbreak in China might offer an unexpected benefit for the U.S. economy: It could encourage American manufacturers in China to return to the United States.

Coronavirus In Context

Experts are projecting that the current outbreak may get worse before it gets better.However, the mortality rate is below that of SARS with the elderly and people with pre-existing conditions being mo

Panic in markets: If Coronavirus is not tamed, trade with China may slump

The real impact of trade can be gauged after February 8 when the Chinese New Year holidays end

The daily business briefing: January 31, 2020

Brexit day arrives, Amazon shares surge, and more 

The Daily Chase: Stocks under pressure as virus spreads; GDP inches higher

Global stocks are coming back under pressure this morning as investors interpret the latest wave of coronavirus headlines. Meanwhile, the Canadian economy unexpectedly expanded in November.

Britain Is Finally Leaving the European Union Today. Here's What Will Change

It's Brexit day on Jan. 31

US GDP reverses rout ahead of gap risk

Higher than expected US GDP growth helped turn a European share rout into a US rally overnight. However a weaker inflation component to the national accounts spurred bonds higher. Industrial commodities fell further, and gold held higher ground, in clear signs of concern. Cautious Asia Pacific trading is possible ahead of key event risk over the weekend.

Theresa May Has Earned Almost £400,000 Since Quitting As Prime Minister

May will receive a £190,000 “signing bonus” after agreeing a deal with the Washington Speakers Bureau agency last month.

BOJ warns of cyber-attack vulnerability ahead of Olympic Games

Japan's financial institutions must guard against cyber-attacks ahead of the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games, with nearly 40per cent of banks and other ...

BOJ warns of cyber-attack vulnerability ahead of Olympic Games

The increa­sing threat of cyber-attack­s has prodde­d the Bank of Englan­d

EU bank regulators lay out tougher doomsday stress test

EBA factors in period of ‘low for longer’ rates and 4%-plus economic contraction

Goldman Sachs warns Wuhan coronavirus will hit US economic growth this quarter

Goldman Sachs warned on Friday that Wuhan coronavirus is likely to hit US economic growth.

FTSE 100 stumbles as coronavirus spreads to the UK

The FTSE 100 has fallen this morning after the Bank of England left interest rates on hold, boosting the pound and hurting British stocks.

Link to buy Pepper European Servicing unit for up to €200m

Pepper Ireland unit manages €18bn of assets, including 60,000 residential mortgages

Aviva stops investors from taking money out of Irish property funds

Investment vehicles have combined value of €940 million

Outflows lead to restrictions on Aviva property funds

Investors in two Aviva Life and Pensions commercial property funds have been told they cannot withdraw their money for six months because of recent net outflows.

Fintech Become Tops $200 Million in Loans Matched between Online Lenders and SMEs

Become, formerly known as Lending Express, has surpassed $200 million in matching online lending to SMEs in need of growth capital. The news was revealed in a r

These were the 10 biggest European tech stories this week

These were the 10 biggest European tech stories this week

Business Development Ministry is uselessly needless – Mahama

Former President of Ghana, John Dramni Mahama says it’s needless to have set up the Business Development Ministry. Akufo-Addo in his tenure has set up the Business Development Ministry to promote the private sector in Ghana. But speaking to a section of the media in a Facebook Livestream event, the former President noted that it was needless setting up that Ministry. “I don’t think that you need a Business Development Ministry to promote Private Sector Growth. We had the Ministry of Trade that was handling aspects of it, Finance was handling aspects of it and all that and I think that that is sufficient.” The flagbearer of the NDC indicated that he hasn’t seen anything that the Business Development Ministry since it was set up has done to boost the private sector.

Books industry needs investors – GPA

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We will replace one district, one factory with staple processing zones - Mahama

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Digital companies, liable to tax under new Finance Act — Osinbajo

Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo says multinational digital companies operating abroad with significant economic presence in Nigeria will be sub

Explained: What is Economic Survey’s strategy for boosting wealth creation?

Economic Survey reiterates PM Narendra Modi's call for increasing “wealth creators” in the economy.

Do You Possess the Personality Traits of a Diehard Entrepreneur? A Decade of Research Will Tell You

Researchers agree. Entrepreneurial personality types have these 7 qualities in common. Can you relate?

To change your personality, don’t go it alone

It's possible to change your personality, but it may be difficult to accomplish all on your own, new research suggests.

Shareholder Capitalism Isn't Dead, It Just Changed Its Name to Stakeholder Capitalism

In our headlong search for what comes after shareholder capitalism, we have at long last discovered that stakeholder capitalism is still the same capitalism. And that's good news.

How the Japanese Word 'Ikigai' Can Help Your Business Be More Successful

These Japanese islanders have a long tradition of finding the secret to a successful life. And businesses can use the same idea to find their niche.

How can your business improve its digital journey?

Denis Lafitte, Spire Healthcare Group plc, shares insights and advice for the digital road ahead from his own digital journey experience

Trump will demand the NHS pays more for drugs after Brexit, warns outgoing UK ambassador to US

Donald Trump will insist the NHS pays more for American drugs after Brexit, the outgoing British ambassador to Washington has claimed.

Trump will demand the NHS pays more for drugs after Brexit, warns outgoing UK ambassador to US

Donald Trump will demand that the NHS pays higher prices for US drugs as part of any trade deal, the departing British ambassador to Washington has said.

Trump will demand the NHS pays more for drugs after Brexit, warns outgoing UK ambassador to US

Donald Trump will demand that the NHS pays higher prices for US drugs as part of any trade deal, the departing British ambassador to Washington has said.

Trump will demand the NHS pays more for drugs after Brexit, warns outgoing UK ambassador to US, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Donald Trump will insist the NHS pays more for American drugs after Brexit, the outgoing British ambassador to Washington has claimed.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

US Reaction to UK's Huawei Decision "Hyperbole", No US, European 5G "Champion" to Step In - Hammond

The former senior official and veteran politician said that Britain would suffer "huge potential damage" if it did not remain a leader in 5G and that it would be difficult to see how the nation's 5G roll out programme would be possible "without using Huawei equipment".

Circadian health and wellness sabbaticals are set to be big trends in 2020

Get ready for energy healing and wellness music.

The Advantages of Wearable Tech According to Fitness Coach Jolene Cherry

For those still on the fence, below, Ms. Cherry reviews below the key advantages to be gained from aligning tech to your physical activity

How to Sustain Your Pace and Performance at Work by Paying Attention to Your Burnout Cycle

How often you feel depleted reveals more than you might think.

What a 5-Step Checklist at Johns Hopkins Can Teach You About Life and Business

Often the simplest steps -- ones we repeat all the time -- are an opportunity to slip up and create costly errors.

What is 'intuitive eating'? The 'anti-diet' explained

'Intuitive eating' is a concept developed more than 20 years ago by registered dietitians Elyse Resch and Evelyn Tribole but is now experiencing a renaissance.

London-based Yumpingo raises over €9 million to help restaurants gather real-time feedback

UK startup Yumpingo, a one-minute instant review platform for restaurants, has raised over €9 million. The foodtech startup will use the funds to launch Yumpingo Pay, a new pay-at-table platform, and expand the company’s sales and operations internationally.

Big corporates opt for WeWork shared office tenancy

The economic downturn and a trend towards flexible office environments see WeWork become home to large enterprises, says WeWork SA GM Stafford Masie.

10 promising Italian startups to watch out for in 2020

Besides their great taste in food, style and ice cream, Italians also have an innate sense for starting a business. The Italian government has introduced more than a few initiatives to simplify the challenges that young companies face – in 2012, Italy introduced the ‘Italian Startup Act‘, which brought with it tax incentives for investors, a fast-track visa for entrepreneurs, more relaxed labor regulations, and a simpler registration process for new companies. Startups can also obtain grants or loans from Invitalia, as well as apply for the Italia Startup Visa from the Ministry of Economic Development and Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Hubs like Turin and Rome are gaining traction, and investors are increasingly taking interest in due to a new host of success stories.

Milan-based Supermercato24 raises €11 million to expand its e-grocery marketplace in Europe

Italian startup Supermercato24 has today announced raising €11 million to expand its e-grocery marketplace in its homecountry, as well as in Poland where it also has an office, and the rest of Europe.

Citi Unveils Digital Investment Platform “Citi Wealth Builder”

Citi announced on Thursday the launch of its new tool Citi Wealth Builder, which is described as a digital investing platform with professionally managed portfo

Movies out Today: 31 January 2020

Congratulations, you’ve made it through the longest month of the year! Here are all the new movies in cinemas this week if you’re in a celebrating mood. Better spend that money on movie…

Saudi Runaway: behind a suspenseful and courageous documentary

In an audacious new film, a young woman secretly documents her preparations for escape from an arranged marriage on her smartphone

WEEKEND GUIDE: 4 new shows and 2 new movies to watch this weekend

It's the weekend, and February is finally here. Settle into the new month with these great new TV shows and movies.

‘VOID’ Awarded Regional Arts Development Funding Support

Wild Dreamer Productions’ Newest Project ‘VOID’ Awarded Regional Arts Development Funding Support

The self-taught painter putting joy on people's walls – and their backs

Olana Janfa fled Ethiopia aged 15. At 28, he picked up a paintbrush for the first time. Less than two years later, his work stars in a new fashion range.

Education Secretary Gavin Williamson sets out his plan to ensure every North East school is a good school

The Education Secretary spoke to ChronicleLive as Boris Johnson gathered his Cabinet for a Brexit-day meeting in Sunderland

Full-time janitors set to go at seven schools in Lanarkshire

Already, 22 of the 29 smallest schools in the region are forced to rely on a part-time janitor.

Kilbowie outdoor centre closure agreed by North Lanarkshire Council

The residential facility, which provides outdoor education for Primary Seven groups, is to shut in 2020-2021.

Fight on to stop school change

Cllr Forbes and parent council attend key meeting over Invergowrie primary on Monday

Primary school Easton is rated 'good' for 'first time' by Ofsted in remarkable turnaround

Former pupil Bristol mayor Marvin Rees paid a visit to congratulate the school

Despite Its IPO Success, Peloton Might Just Be a Fitness Fad

Despite its stellar revenue growth, investors should be cautious. Peloton stock might fall prey to new fitness trends or cycling competitors.

When It Comes To IQIYI Stock, Investors Should Tune Out

IQIYI has staged a nice rally, but that's likely to fizzle out in the face of tough macroeconomic headwinds.

Luckin Coffee Should Perk Up Your Portfolio

Luckin is growing at a breakneck pace.Profitability is on the horizon.The business and growth plan seem solid.The recent price drop provides a good entry point.

Volatility In SmileDirectClub Likely To Continue So Waiting To Buy May Be Best

SmileDirectClub, Inc went public in September 2019 as a unicorn, being valued at over $5B.While margins are showing improvement, net margin is still negative mainly due to high customer acquisition co

Amazon tops $1trillion valuation on strong results

Amazon.com is back in fashion with investors. Concern about the cost of Amazon’s one-day delivery pledge lingered after a busy holiday period

Outflows lead to restrictions on Aviva property funds

Investors in two Aviva Life and Pensions commercial property funds have been told they cannot withdraw their money for six months because of recent net outflows.

Aviva stops investors from taking money out of Irish property funds

Investment vehicles have combined value of €940 million

Link to buy Pepper European Servicing unit for up to €200m

Pepper Ireland unit manages €18bn of assets, including 60,000 residential mortgages

Years of red ink before Sargon's downfall

The holding company of high-powered fintech superannuation group Sargon Capital lost nearly $25 in the two years before it tumbled into receivership, and it is yet to file accounts for last financial year.

Profit jumps at Hargreaves Lansdown despite Woodford scandal

Profit before tax at investment platform Hargreaves Lansdown climbed 12 per cent in the first half of its financial year [...]

Employment scheme supervisors to strike over pensions

Supervisors in community employment schemes around the country are to hold a 24-hour strike on 14 February in a long-running dispute over their pension rights.

Teachers unlikely to face penalties for strike next week

‘Not constructive’ to talk about penalising teachers, says Government spokeswoman

Hundreds of schools face closure on Tuesday due to teacher strike

Meeting between TUI and public service oversight group ends without breakthrough

Teachers' strike to close at least 40 more schools than expected

The teachers’ strike on Tuesday is expected to close at least 40 more schools than originally feared.

Roscrea ‘early years’ workers to join protest

Early Years Professionals at Little Learners community childcare service and First Steps Roscrea are supporting protest on February 5 organised by SIPTU

With Bellbrook-Sugarcreek deficit looming, state proposes drastic cuts

BELLBROOK — With a deficit looming for Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Schools, representatives from the Ohio Auditor’s Office shared a dozen recommendations to cut district spending.

Supreme Court business rates hearing on ATM charges to be heard on Budget day

It comes on March 11, the day the Chancellor will unveil plans to help the high street.

House OKs school voucher bill; Senate objects as deadline looms

The Ohio House and Senate will go down to the wire today trying to change the way students get tuition assistance to attend private schools, one day before applications for the 2020-21 school year open Saturday.

Vote no on Arlington schools bond and levy

For the fourth time in two years, the Arlington School District is proposing a bond ($91 million) to be repaid over 21 years.

Council thanks those who helped shape budget decisions

The Council carried out a budget survey in the latter part of 2019 to encourage residents and businesses to have their say

EUR/USD: Extra gains seen above 1.1088 – Commerzbank

Karen Jones, Team Head FICC Technical Analysis Research at Commerzbank, noted the pair faces a tough hurdle in the vicinity of 1.1090. Key Quotes “EUR

GBP/USD looks supported by the 1.2929/08 band – Commerzbank

In opinion of Karen Jones, Team Head FICC Technical Analysis Research at Commerzbank, Cable looks supported by the 1.2929/08 region. Key Quotes “GBP/U

USD/JPY stays under pressure and targets 108.40 – UOB

FX Strategists at UOB Group keep the negative view on USD/JPY and still see a potential move to 108.40 in the next weeks. Key Quotes 24-hour view: “Th

EUR/JPY flirts with the 100-day SMA near 121.30

The better tone surrounding the European currency is sustaining the uptick in EUR/JPY to the 120.30 region, where sits the initial barrier at the 100-

USD/CNH now eyes the 7.04 area – UOB

Following the recent price action, FX Strategists at UOB now see USD/CNH attempting a move to the 7.04 region in the next weeks. Key Quotes 24-hour vi

Anger over cut to Cambuslang bus service

The 172 will no longer call at several stops

Carnoustie residents demand renewables giant moves controversial cable landing site

Carnoustie community leaders have moved to protect local tourism from “huge disruption” caused by controversial plans to bury an electricity cable next to their world-famous golf course.

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Kilbowie outdoor centre closure agreed by North Lanarkshire Council

The residential facility, which provides outdoor education for Primary Seven groups, is to shut in 2020-2021.

What next for Tiverton town centre?

The previous Mid Devon District Council (MDDC) Conservative-led administration had agreed to widen an alleyway between Fore Street and the Pannier Market

North Carolina Teachers Are Flirting With a Strike

Decades of anti-unionism are coming to a head in the state.

Strike at Swedish is over, but contract dispute is not

The health care provider says replaced strikers will return to work by Sunday. The union calls it a lockout.

Kansas considers requiring ‘In God We Trust’ to be posted in public schools

The state legislature in Kansas is considering a bill that would require all public buildings and schools to post the motto “In God We Trust.”

Iowa caucuses: It’s not just candidates who face uncertainty – it’s their campaign workers, too

What will happen to campaign workers after the Feb. 3 caucuses? It's a question that's in the cold Iowa air, carrying with it a subtle message about the state of democratic politics.

Omnibus bill on job creation: Our last bus to demographic bonus

Something that President Jokowi could have emphasized again and again since he broached the omnibus bill plans in his Independence Day speech in August, is that these pieces of legislation are essential if Indonesia is going to cash in on the demographic dividend — a phenomenon that occurs when the size of the working-age population of between 14 and 65 years outnumbers dependents.

Vegan meals and old tuxedos: Hollywood red carpets go green

From glitzy all-vegan galas to recycled red carpet outfits, Hollywood has stepped up efforts to reduce its carbon footprint this awards season, which will soon wrap up with the Oscars.

Vegan meals and old tuxedos: Hollywood red carpets go green

LOS ANGELES, Jan 31 — From glitzy all-vegan galas to recycled red carpet outfits, Hollywood has stepped up efforts to reduce its carbon footprint this awards season, which will soon wrap up with the Oscars. But while some scientists have welcomed A-listers’ renewed zeal on climate change,...

Bafta Awards ditch goody bags and serve vegan food in bid to be more sustainable

Organisers of the Bafta Awards have announced that this year’s ceremony will be “carbon neutral”. As is the same with many industries, awards shows which are renowned for flying in guests from afar

Christina Ricci Turns on the Magic, Levi’s Shuts Down Stores Due to Coronavirus

It's Friday. You've earned two minutes of fun and frivolity. Behold: Roger Vivier's campy, glamorous new campaign starring Christina Ricci!

What to watch, besides the Super Bowl, this weekend

Drama, fashion, nature’s machinations and music compete against the NFL championship game conformity

Cancer is ‘terminal,’ Willie K says in Facebook post | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

After being diagnosed with lung cancer in early 2018, Maui-based entertainer Willie Kahaiali‘i, better known as Willie K, announced via Facebook this week that his diagnosis is terminal.

'I suffer through it': how US workers cope without paid sick leave

The US is one of just a few high-income countries globally that do not guarantee sick leave, forcing many to work when they are not medically fit to do so

Tickets for the first Lakers game since Kobe Bryant’s death are on sale for $99,000 after StubHub said it would donate all fees to his charity

Some tickets for the first Lakers game since the unexpected death of the basketball star Kobe Bryant are on sale for just under $100,000.

Kuswag Skool rugby tour cancelled

The news came as a blow to the learners after they were unable to raise the money that was required in a limited time period.

Pizza Hut is giving away 2 years of free pizza and Super Bowl tickets to the first set of twins born after this year's Super Bowl kickoff

Pizza Hut is gifting the winning family with free pizza, two tickets to next year's Super Bowl, and $22,000 towards the twins' education.

Security Token: MERJ Exchange to List Tokenized Offering of Collectible Cars

MERJ Exchange, the official stock exchange of Seychelles and a marketplace seeking to leverage digital security offerings, has partnered with Liechtenstein-base

These were the 10 biggest European tech stories this week

These were the 10 biggest European tech stories this week

1% Bitcoin No Longer ‘Crazy’ for Portfolios, Says Morgan Creek CEO

Morgan Creek founder and CEO Mark Yusko says Bitcoin is one of the most asymmetric assets he has ever seen in his career as a fund manager.

OmiseGo-Backed Exchange Shuts Down

Go, the exchange powered by OmiseGo technology, has closed after months of negligible volumes and regulatory difficulties. Go Exchange Closes on Low

Bitfinex Adds Tether Gold Margin Trading with 5x Leverage

Bitfinex, one of the top global crypto exchanges, has added margin trading support for bullion-backed stablecoin Tether Gold (XAU₮).

8 Super Bowl commercials to keep the game interesting

These sweet, inspiring and silly commercials are Super Bowl stars.

2020 Classic Rock Super Bowl Commercials

A rundown of the 2020 classic rock Super Bowl commercials.

The Super Bowl's massive audience is a huge draw for advertisers. Here are 10 brands running Super Bowl commercials for the first time in 2020., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Bud Light Seltzer, Facebook, Little Caesars, Sabra, are among the brands airing Super Bowl ads for the first time.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

The Super Bowl’s massive audience is a huge draw for advertisers. Here are 10 brands running Super Bowl commercials for the first time in 2020.

Dozens of brands are set to descend on your TV screens during the Super Bowl this year.

What to watch, besides the Super Bowl, this weekend

Drama, fashion, nature’s machinations and music compete against the NFL championship game conformity

It may be controversial but the Huawei 5G deal is vital for Brexit Britain’s trading future ǀ View

If Johnson succeeds, Brexit Britain will be one of the few places in the world with preferential trade with the world’s two superpowers. The battle lines in the US-China trade war mean any country that is on good trade terms with both will have an almost unique competitive advantage.

What you need to know about the UK 5G network

With recent discussions on the reliability of Huawei and the future of the UK-US trade deal, we answer three key questions on the UK 5G network

US urges UK to reconsider its decision allowing Huawei to build 5G networks

Mike Pompeo, US Secretary of State, has urged the British government to reconsider its decision allowing Chinese telecom giant Huawei a limited role in building the country’s 5G and fibre networks. During his visit to the United Kingdom, Mike Pompeo talked with Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab on the Huawei issue. …

Investment Implications Of Unravelling Of Post WW2 World Order: The Case Of Turkey

While the world is now accustomed to the likes of China challenging the post-WW2 world order, the challenge by smaller actors such as Turkey is something new.Multinationals, ranging from oil and gas p

It’s Brexit day – now comes the really hard stuff

After more than three years of often acrimonious politicking, the UK will finally leave the EU at 23:00 GMT this evening, but that’s by no means the end of the matter.

George Soros: Mark Zuckerberg Should Not Be in Control of Facebook

The social media company is going to get Trump re-elected — because it’s good for business.

George Soros says Mark Zuckerberg 'should not be left in control of Facebook'

George Soros is gunning for Mark Zuckerberg again.

Zuckerberg says he doesn’t need Facebook to be liked. That’s new

Mark Zuckerberg used to want everyone to like Facebook Inc. Now, he doesn’t care anymore.

Online ads still vulnerable to manipulation in US election

Older men in Arkansas might see a close-up photo of President Donald Trump pumping his fist in the air, along with a message asking them to donate $30 to his campaign for a Super Bowl commercial.

U.S. to discuss whether online platforms should be liable for users’ posts

The U.S. Justice Department will hold a public meeting to discuss a federal law that exempts online platforms from legal liability for users' posts.

What are the obstacles to Bayer settling Roundup lawsuits?

(Reuters) - Bayer AG (BAYGn.DE) is in mediation to potentially settle thousands of U.S. lawsuits claiming that the company’s Roundup weed killer causes cancer, but some legal experts said the cases raises novel questions that may prevent an easy settlement.

Bayer considers new tactic in Roundup settlement talks

(Reuters) - As Bayer AG (BAYGn.DE) tries to settle U.S. lawsuits claiming that its weedkiller Roundup causes cancer, the company is considering a proposal that would bar plaintiffs’ lawyers involved in the litigation from advertising for new clients, according to a person familiar with the matter.

Factbox: Bayer faces lengthy Roundup appeals and settlement talks continue

(Reuters) - Bayer AG’s (BAYGn.DE) shares have taken a hit since three consecutive U.S. juries awarded more than $2 billion in damages to cancer patients alleging that the company’s glyphosate-based weed killer, Roundup, caused their disease.

Airbus £830m settlement over UK bribery prosecution approved by High Court

The figure is the largest ever for a Deferred Prosecution Agreement and amounts to more than all previous similar settlements combined.

Airbus £830m settlement over UK bribery prosecution approved by High Court

The figure is the largest ever for a Deferred Prosecution Agreement and amounts to more than all previous similar settlements combined.

Suffolk nursery 'inspires' children to learn, says glowing Ofsted report

Teachers at a Suffolk nursery have been described as 'driven and committed' by Ofsted inspectors who graded it as 'outstanding'.

Dundee head teacher shows ‘very strong leadership’, says glowing school report

A Dundee school has been praised for its “positive culture” and respectful and supportive relationships following an inspection.

Rebecca Brown: Woman gets donor, becomes mother of baby girl without husband through IVF

Rebecca Brown, a 39-year-old single mum and nurse, has become a parent after she funded an IVF treatment from £1million (N474,389,200) family lottery money.

Stranded French visitors get v-room with a view thanks to Paisley cabbie who rescued them

Taxi driver Mark Watson spotted the family wandering about in the rain

‘VOID’ Awarded Regional Arts Development Funding Support

Wild Dreamer Productions’ Newest Project ‘VOID’ Awarded Regional Arts Development Funding Support

Why my marriage was short-lived - Actress Abimbola Akinsanya

Popular Nollywood Actress, Abimbola Akinsanya, has disclosed what led to her leaving her marriage early, in spite of her three month- old baby.

Actress Bimbo Akinsanya reveals reasons behind short-lived marriage

Popular Nollywood Actress, Abimbola Akinsanya, has disclosed what led to her leaving her marriage early, inspite of her three month- old ba

Actress Bimbo Akisanya speaks on why she left her one-year-old marriage

Nollywood actress, Bimbo Akinsanya, got married on May 24, 2014, to the father of her child. However, the marriage packed up after just a year and a few months.

Microbiologist Afolabi explains why she declined job with great benefits

A Nigerian lady has taken to social media to recount how she turned down a great job offer. Identified as Opeyemi Afolabi, she revealed it was due to the fact that she was attracted to the boss who was her friend.

Mercy Johnson: Why I no longer play nude, romantic scenes in movies

Mercy Johnson, a Nollywood actress, says she can't play nude or intimately romantic scenes in movies anymore because she now answers to lots of people.

Fiscal deficit hits 132% of full-year target

The deficit was 112.4% of 2018-19 Budget Estimate (BE) in the corresponding period.

Fiscal deficit hits 132% of estimate till Dec on slow revenue collection

The government aims to restrict the gap at 3.3 per cent of the GDP or Rs 7,03,760 crore in the year ending March 2020

Budget 2020: How FM Nirmala Sitharaman's fiscal deficit math is likely to move Sensex, Nifty on Feb 1

Budget 2020: An increase in fiscal deficit target in view of the ongoing economic slowdown may not negatively impact the market since elevated level of expenditure is expected to result in higher demand in Indian economy

Fiscal deficit target may be relaxed to arrest declining growth: Economic Survey

The Medium Term Fiscal Policy (MTFP) statement presented with the Budget 2019-20, pegged the fiscal deficit target for 2019-20 at 3.3 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP), which was further expected to follow a gradual path of reduction and attain the targeted level of 3 per cent of GDP in 2020-21, and continue at the same level in 2021-22.

National Statistical Office revises growth down to 6.1% for 2018-19

“Real GDP or GDP at constant (2011-12) prices for the years 2018-19 and 2017-18 stand at ₹139.81 lakh crore and ₹131.75 lakh crore, respectively.”

Coronavirus shadow overseafood exports to China

MPEDA Chairman, however says the impact is minimal

Coronavirus: Spurt in fertiliser import costs seen due to plant closure

Exporters not to worried for now, say concerns may kick in only if virus spread isn't controlled; leather sector stand to gain.

Panic in markets: If Coronavirus is not tamed, trade with China may slump

The real impact of trade can be gauged after February 8 when the Chinese New Year holidays end

Three companies to process seaweed produced by farmers of Palk Bay region

Memoranda of Understanding were signed to this effect by the Fisheries Department on Thursday

Blow to Kenyan farmers as agency bans avocado export

Traders accused of shipping immature crop due to high demand.

'I suffer through it': how US workers cope without paid sick leave

The US is one of just a few high-income countries globally that do not guarantee sick leave, forcing many to work when they are not medically fit to do so

What patients hope to hear from the Finance Minister

High on the aam aadmi’s Budget hopes is some govt help to meet treatment costs

'The city is suffocating': diary of the Wuhan coronavirus lockdown

A resident describes life in the city at the centre of the coronavirus outbreak

A labor attorney explains the work rules around getting sick in the office, whether you’re facing a small cold or the coronavirus

With the outbreak of coronavirus dominating headlines, it is a great time to dust off the company policy on dealing with flu season and infectious diseases in the workplace. Contagious diseases are particularly troublesome subjects for companies, as there’s a wide variety of circumstances and cultures on the wisdom of working through a sickness. Some managers reward employees who “tough it out” and show up under the weather, while other company cultures encourage sick employees to work from home or stay away altogether.

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Angus caravan park lodges lawful use bid for 220 units in latest stage of site saga

Angus caravan park operators have lodged a bid for year-round occupation of hundreds of units there in a move amined at bringing to an end a lengthy legal saga at the popular site.

Anger as 210 homes given green light after 8 hours of debate

Villagers are seeking legal advice on how to prevent future developments in their community after plans for a further 210 homes were approved.

Construction boss jailed after illegal migrants found working on Midland Metropolitan Hospital

Illegal migrants were found working on the crisis-hit Midland Metropolitan Hospital site after a Home Office-led investigation.

Delayed police break-up costing force millions, report claims

West Mercia Police’s failure to break its alliance with Warwickshire is costing the force “£6million to £8million” a year, according to a commissioner’s report.

Travellers make last-gasp bid to stay put at North Esk Park during crunch site visit

Travellers made a last-gasp plea to stay in an unauthorised Mearns encampment during a crunch visit to decide its fate.

Travellers make last-gasp bid to stay put at North Esk Park during crunch site visit

Travellers made a last-gasp plea to stay in an unauthorised Mearns encampment during a crunch visit to decide its fate.

Carnoustie residents demand renewables giant moves controversial cable landing site

Carnoustie community leaders have moved to protect local tourism from “huge disruption” caused by controversial plans to bury an electricity cable next to their world-famous golf course.

Scottish Natural Heritage launches bid to block beavers from damming Meigle Burn

Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) is attempting to beat Perthshire beavers at their own game by installing a "water-gate" in the Meigle Burn.

Forty temporarily laid off at Cork hotel as doubts raised over long-term future

Staff at the Blarney hotel and golf resort were hoping against hope that the hotel would reopen tomorrow following its regular January closure.

Anger as 210 homes given green light after 8 hours of debate

Villagers are seeking legal advice on how to prevent future developments in their community after plans for a further 210 homes were approved.

Kate Middleton and Prince William to play key role in royal diplomacy after Brexit

The royal family has been facing its own Megxit crisis, but life post-Brexit for the Windsors will mean their roles as ambassadors, charged with maintaining and strengthening ties to Eu

Kate Middleton 'misses' her close bond with Prince Harry and 'fears she'll 'never be close to him again,' source tells Us Weekly

Kate Middleton, 38, 'misses' her close bond with Prince Harry, an insider claimed to Us Weekly. The source added that she 'fears she'll never be close to him again.'

Meghan Markle's mother won’t relocate to Canada since their relationship isn't that close: report

Meghan Markle may not be as close with her mother, Doria Ragland, as many previously thought. 

Johnson hails 'new dawn' as Britain bids farewell to EU

And while the exit terms have been agreed, it must still strike a deal on future relations with the EU, its largest trading partner.

How Britons are saying goodbye to the EU on Brexit Day

Some are jubilant but others feel there is nothing to celebrate.

Reports conflict over most recent bailout of Apple supplier Japan Display

Apple supplier Japan Display has denied having signed a deal worth 100.8 billion yen ($925M), after its shares were suspended over reports.

Apple supplier Japan Display secures $936M bailout from Ichigo

Japan Display has been given a much-needed bailout, agreeing on Friday to an investment of up to 100.8 billion yen ($926 million) from Ichigo Asset Management, funds that will help keep the beleaguered Apple supplier in operation.

Warren Buffett’s lesson for companies: keep candid

Apple, Facebook and Microsoft are among the groups depriving investors of information

Big Fizzle: MoviePass Passes Away

And so it all ends in disappointment, like the umpteenth installment of a Stallone or Schwarzenegger franchise. For MoviePass and its parent company, filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy earlier this week means that what promised to disrupt an industry that has been around for more than a century – the movie business, of course – has itself been disrupted, and had been since the service was shut down in September. The filing means the companies will be sold, and the funds distributed to creditors. Those creditors include a list of more than 12,000 subscribers, and as the math works out, each of them may get about $100 in liquidation – if they get paid at all. The final shuttering comes after at least some subscribers complained that their cards were still being charged, even when the MoviePass service had gone dormant. Turns out the movie ticket subscription business has relatively low barriers to entry. MoviePass launched in 2011, was famed for its $10 monthly subscription service that allowed

EU lawmakers vote in favor of common charger despite Apple’s plea

According to Apple, the move to adopt a universal charging standard for all phones will do more harm than good. EU lawmakers disagree.

Dow plummets 600+ points in its worst day since August

The Dow Jones Industrial Average erased its year-to-date gains in the last day of January trading, tumbling more than 600 points on rising coron...

Shares struggle for footing after virus-battered week

World share markets fought to regain their footing on Friday as investors clutched at hopes that China could contain the coronavirus, even as ...

Gold steadies around $1,580, looks to post highest monthly close since April 2013

After closing the previous day with small losses near $1,570, the XAU/USD pair edged higher on Friday and remains on track to register its highest mon

How major US stock indexes fared Friday

Stocks fell sharply on Wall Street Friday as investors feared that a virus outbreak that originated in China will dent the global economy. Technology companies, which do a lot of business with China, led the losses. Airlines fell after Delta and American suspended flights to and from China. The sell-off erased the S&P 500’s gains …

Coronavirus: US stocks lose one per cent and Brits land back in UK

Wall Street has now fallen over one per cent as fears over the coronavirus outbreak continue to damage markets around the world.

New York pension fund to review investments in coal companies

The New York State Common Retirement Fund has announced its plan to review investments for 27 thermal coal mining companies.

Enbridge faces regulators in Canada, U.S. over plans to expand oil pipeline network

Enbridge faces off with regulators in Minnesota over Line 3 just as it grapples with complaints over changes to overhaul its Mainline

SSE on course despite slight lag in renewables

Energy giant SSE marked its first quarter out of the household energy sector by saying that it is on course to deliver on its earnings target for the year.

The EU’s Risky Green Taxonomy

European Union member states and the European Parliament are soon expected to adopt a so-called “taxonomy” for classifying green investments, after reaching an agreement last month on a list of “sustainable” economic activities. Once the new system enters into force, most likely this year, the European Commission will use this list to determine which financial assets and products are sustainable. This taxonomy is the backbone of the Commission’s regulatory package on sustainable finance, which has the ambitious goal of “reorient[ing] capital flows towards sustainable investment, in order to achieve sustainable and inclusive growth.” The Commission hopes that the new labelling scheme will address the problem of market players “greenwashing” non-sustainable financial products and serve as the basis for policy incentives to promote sustainable investment. To be fit for purpose, however, the taxonomy must address three important questions. Unfortunately, the EU’s one-dimensional approach disregards two of the three…

Nonprofit Receives Grant to Help Prevent Local Oil Production

Santa Barbara County faces a tripling of onshore oil production. Three oil companies are proposing to drill and operate over 700 new wells in Cat Canyon Oil Field, posing dangerous threats to clean air, clean water, public safety, and our climate. What’s more, these oil companies are not proposing conventional oil drilling, which is risky enough, but rather they are seeking permits for extreme, enhanced oil extraction processes known as cyclic steam injection and steam flooding, which are far riskier and more energy intensive than traditional drilling. The Environmental Defense Center (EDC) has just received $10,000 in grant funding from the Fund for Santa Barbara to help confront this major threat.

As Democratic primaries near, educators can teach hope to a polarized citizenry

Schools and colleges can teach political hope that can help citizens make better choices.

Warren pledges ‘young trans person’ will pick her Secretary of Education

“Never let an opportunity to pander go by.”

How individuals decide between self-interest and commitment to a group

In conflicts that occur simultaneously within and between groups, who would, when and why put aside their own interest to stand up for the interest of the social group he or she belongs to? Recent findings ...

3 Kenyans Obama Believes Hold Country's Future

The 44th US president Barrack Obama vividly expressed how the three young Kenyans had...

Exploring the school-age social, emotional, and behavioral health landscape

How you interact, how you feel, and how you act: The three basic tenants of social, emotional, and behavioral health are simple concepts, yet they can be some of the strongest predictors of well-being ...

Economic Survey: India skids on ranking for protecting minority shareholders

The economic survey also patted the back of the government, stating that implementation of Goods and Services Tax (GST) has helped India in improving the ease of doing business.

Ease of doing business: How India moved up the ranks and the road ahead

Economic survey 2019-20: The new blueprint

‘Buying a gun easier than opening a restaurant in Delhi: Chief Economic Advisor’

Analogy given by Chief Economic Advisor for improving the ease of doing business in India

Needed: fewer regulations for start-ups, says CEA Krishnamurthy Subramanian

“With a rank of 163 of the 190 nations in enforcing contracts, only a few countries like Afghanistan, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe perform worse than India.”

30 years later, Economic Survey lays down the ground for Liberalisation 2.0

Embracing capitalism in a new avatar

The Co-operative Bank accredited as a living wage employer

The Co-operative Bank has become an accredited Living Wage employer.

Bank strike paralyses work

Bank employees owing allegiance to various constituent unions of the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) boycotted work in the erstwhile composite Khammam district on Friday, the first day of the two-d

Public sector bank services hit as employees union go on 2-day strike

Bank strike: Services like cash deposit, withdrawal, cheque clearances, instrument issuance and loan disbursement of public sector banks are affected.

Bank employees across India participate in two-day nationwide strike

The employees have joined the strike as the early wage revision settlement has been due since November 1, 2017

What will happen to healthcare after Brexit?

Travellers are advised to ensure they have adequate travel insurance for the full duration of their trip, both in 2020 and beyond.

Wuhan coronavirus: 1,500 SAF personnel packing 5.2m masks in 24-hour operation

SINGAPORE: A total of 1,500 Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) personnel are packing 5.2 million surgical masks for distribution to the public, as ...

Control on society lets China lock down 50M people, feed them

Authorities have blocked 50 million people from leaving Wuhan and nearby cities at the center of the outbreak. That in turn requires a massive effort to keep them supplied with food and other neces...

China locked down 50 million people and has to keep them fed | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

BEIJING >> Carrying permits demanding “fast passage,” truck drivers rushed a 560-ton shipment of disinfectant from eastern China to Wuhan, the locked-down city of 11 million people at the center of a vast effort to contain a new viral disease.

Demand for face masks, hand sanitisers soars

KUALA LUMPUR: The rising fear among the public over the novel coronavirus (2019-nCov) has caused a high demand for surgical face masks and hand sanitisers over the last few days.

Army sets up quarantine facility in Manesar for 300 students returning from Hubei

An Air India flight was sent to Wuhan on Friday to bring back the Indian students stuck in Hubei province, the epicentre of coronavirus. The flight is expected to reach India at around 2 am on Saturday.

GoDaddy buys local social content start-up

The world’s biggest Web host by market share purchases Cape Town-based Over, a social content start-up company.

Why businesses need to consider loyalty programmes

Loyalty programmes facilitate the development of a relationship with each customer through multiple touch points in the organisation, says LoyaltyPlus.

Pinterest Stock Should Spark Investors’ Interest With This New Feature

Pinterest just introduced “Try On,” the companies spin on augmented reality. What does this mean for Pinterest stock?

Acrelec announces $223 million investment from Glory to expand in-store quick service solutions

Acrelec, the global leader in customer experience technology for “quick service” restaurants and retailers, has announced plans for a $223 million investment by Glory Global Solutions. The funding is subject to review by Acrelec’s employee representatives and certain competition authorities. Acrelec has developed kiosks, drive-through and self-checkouts for many of the world’s best-known restaurants and […]

Restless Ivanti Customers Promised More Care, in a Major Shakeup

US-based IT security and service management firm Ivanti is attempting to shake up the company and reconnected with its customers.

Meet Meena, Google's new chatbot that interacts like humans

Google has claimed that Meena is better than any voice assistants right now

Why Google Backtracked on Its New Search Results Look

The internet giant, which some lawmakers and regulators say has grown too powerful, tweaked the way it displayed ads on search results. It did not go over well.

What the Last Decade tells us About the Increased Need for Enterprise Security

Enterprise security is changing, particularly in the collaboration space, writes Wire's CEO Morten Brøgger. With the average employee less able to...

Google open-sources the tools needed to make 2FA security keys

The project supports FIDO U2F and FIDO2 standards.

Innovation Can’t Keep the Web Fast

Every so often, the fruits of innovation bear fruit in the form of improvements to the foundational layers of the web. In 2015, HTTP/2 became a published

[PHOTOS] Malaysia Is Now Home To The World’s First-Ever In-Theatre Coca-Cola Cafe

Absolutely insta-worthy!

Where to watch the Six Nations in Cardiff for the ultimate rugby day out

Get in on the action with big screens and great food and drink at these places across the city

The AnOther Guide to... Venice

Sophie Bew shares a list of the must-visit spots in Venice, in near proximity to, yet free from, the madding tourist crowds

Top seven romantic getaways in Ireland on Valentine's Weekend

LOOKING for the perfect romantic getaway for you and your loved one on Valentine's weekend?  Well, look no further. Here are the top seven destinations in Ireland for you to celebrate the special...

Property of the Week: Old or new? Take your pick on Portobello Road

It may be home to the world’s largest antiques market; but Portobello Road in Notting Hill is surely just as renowned for its property.

Gwyneth Paltrow’s wellness products condemned by NHS chief

Simon Stevens says people are wasting money and taking risks because of misleading claims

UK's health chief slams Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand

LONDON — The chief executive of Britain's National Health Service has criticized Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand Goop and her new Netflix series, warning it carries “considerable risks to health.”

UK's health chief slams Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand

LONDON — The chief executive of Britain's National Health Service has criticized Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand Goop and her new Netflix series, warning it carries “considerable risks to health.

Facebook fights spread of coronavirus misinformation

As misinformation about the coronavirus outbreak continues to spread, Facebook has announced several countermeasures. This is the new reality.

Facebook to remove posts spreading coronavirus conspiracy theories

Facebook plans to take down posts spreading false claims and conspiracy theories about the deadly coronavirus in an unusually aggressive effort to tackle misinformation.

Government welcomes Fonterra’s boiler move

A move by Fonterra to end its use of coal at its Te Awamutu site and use wood pellets to fuel its boiler illustrates how industry can play a major role in decarbonising the economy, says Energy and Resources Minister Megan Woods.

Green energy could now be cheaper than fossil fuels thanks to breakthrough

Australia is on fire. Antarctica’s “Doomsday Glacier” is melting. Last year was the second hottest year on record. The six hottest years in all of recorded human history? The last

Binn chiefs quizzed over £70m Glenfarg incinerator project

Binn Group bosses held talks with local residents yesterday to share details of their plans for a £70 million incinerator at Glenfarg EcoPark.

New York pension fund to review investments in coal companies

The New York State Common Retirement Fund has announced its plan to review investments for 27 thermal coal mining companies.

Fueling future Kiwi generations' fuel needs - Hiringa and Waitomo

Innovative Kiwi energy companies Waitomo Group and Hiringa Energy have announced their intentions to work in partnership to develop New Zealand’s first nationwide hydrogen refueling stations network.

Household lending grows for third consecutive year - Central Bank

Home lending drove growth in the figures but private sector lending fell

‘Big four’ banks turn into ‘big two’ - VietNamNet

With Vietcombank making up 40 percent of total profit of four state-owned banks, the competition among the ‘big four’ banks has been reduced to the ‘big two’.

Bank of Ghana keeps policy rate unchanged at 16 percent

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US: Income growth is not what it used to be – Wells Fargo

Data released on Friday in the US showed that personal income rose 0.2% and spending 0.3% in December. Despite a tight labor market, year-over-year re

Corporate tax cut to mostly benefit less than 1 pc of companies: Survey

The corporate tax cut announced by FM last Sept will benefit less than 1 pc of firms, as per Economic Survey.

Mining sector's GDP share sees decline due to disruptions in Goa, Karnataka

Closure of mines and disruptions due to changes in legislations has thrown the sector out of gear, curtailing production and endangering jobs

GDP growth for 2018-’19 revised downwards to 6.1%

Earlier it was estimated to be 6.8%. However, slowdown in mining, manufacturing and farm sectors forced the National Statistical Office to change the figures.

Eco Survey gives positive outlook for steel, oil and gas sectors: Pradhan

The sector achieved a growth of 5.2 per cent during April-November period of the ongoing financial year as compared to 3.6 per cent in the year-ago period, it added

Economic Survey 2019-20 highlights: Back to Adam Smith's Invisible Hand

India's aspiration to become a $5 trillion economy depends critically on strengthening the invisible hand of the market, it said. And this needs to be done with the hand of trust through government intervention by facilitating pro-business policies.

Economic Survey 2020 Details 'slump In 2019' But Predicts 'rebound To Achieve $5 Trillion'

A day before the Union Budget is presented, CEA Krishnamurthy Subramanian on Friday, presented the Economic Survey 2020 which spoke of how difficult 2019 was

How your apartment block can self-finance a revamp

A little-known law change means the majority in a building can require other owners to allow extensions and additions to pay for an upgrade.

Homes with view of St James' Park proposed as part of Newcastle city centre development

Plans for 66 flats on the Newcastle Helix site outline innovative scheme for flexible housing

No one considered the cost to Sydney of crushing this vibrant community hub

Corporate profiteering is set to ruin the oldest Indigenous urban settlement in the country.

Work on 'modern' £2.4m swimming pool to start this spring

Work on a brand new multi-million pound swimming pool in Hadleigh is due to get underway this spring.

On a wing mirror and a prayer? Don't look back in anger in Sunday's Well home with parking

An elegant, Victorian house in Sunday’s Well with oodles of space has a key ingredient — parking, says Tommy Barker

What patients hope to hear from the Finance Minister

High on the aam aadmi’s Budget hopes is some govt help to meet treatment costs

'I suffer through it': how US workers cope without paid sick leave

The US is one of just a few high-income countries globally that do not guarantee sick leave, forcing many to work when they are not medically fit to do so

End-of-life care is vital. Why is it so neglected?

Britain’s palliative care services depend for funding on the charity of the public – that is a national travesty, says Guardian columnist Owen Jones

Mater Private report reveals need to boost wellbeing in workplace

Promoting good diet and exercise habits in the workplace can go a long way to boosting well-being among Irish adults, according to a new report conducted by Mater Private.

Irish in Wuhan: ‘In 24 hours, everything changed’

Wuhan and its people have shown tremendous spirit in response to coronavirus crisis

Tauranga hospo investment and redevelopment site up for auction - Colliers

An investment property at the heart of Tauranga’s waterfront hospitality district and a CBD fringe redevelopment opportunity will go under the hammer next month.

Strategic strata moves rattle Melbourne's city grid

In an intriguing start to the year for the CBD strata market, property developer Salta has snapped up a second floor in a seven-storey building on Exhibition Street.

Market wrap: all the leasing and sales activity in and around Sydney

Sydney's inner south shines during leasing activity.

High demand for Barratt Homes' new Tiverton development

The developer is launching the new site on Saturday, February 8

German fund acquires planned office space on former PJ Carroll’s site

Deal sees Union Investment forward fund property which US group Hines is developing

FDA to Investigate Influencers Promoting Pharmaceutical Products

The FDA will conduct two studies to examine the relationship between paid pharmaceutical endorsements from celebrities, influencers and physicians and user behaviour.

Dundee drug discovery firm announces first ever clinical trials for AI-developed compound

A Dundee-based firm has announced the first ever clinical trials for a drug molecule developed using artificial intelligence (AI).

Studying That the Leadership Principle of Nursemaids

How can the Nursing Quantum Leadership idea be used by nurses ? The comprehension of direction through direction theory has been the most effective instrument for esophageal career advancement from

Why imported onions are rotting? Economic Survey 2020 has an answer

Economic Survey 2020 latest: Imported onions are rotting as there are no takers. Here's what the Economic Survey 2019-20 has to say about the onion crisis

GlobalData: Brexit deal with EU will change the landscape of medical device industry in UK

In the event of a free trade agreement with the EU, the UK will continue to be bound by current EU laws, thereby adhering to the new Medical Device Regulation. This will significantly change the landscape of the medical device industry, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company.

Coronavirus Outbreak Sends European Stock Markets Into Tailspin

On Monday, US stocks posted their biggest downturn since October 2019 due to fears of the economic impacts of the new SARS-related virus that recently emerged in central China.

FTSE 100 stumbles as coronavirus spreads to the UK

The FTSE 100 has fallen this morning after the Bank of England left interest rates on hold, boosting the pound and hurting British stocks.

Dow plunges 500 points amid coronavirus fears after outbreak is declared a global health emergency and death toll reaches 213

The World Health Organization declared the epidemic a global emergency on Thursday after the fast-spreading virus killed more than 200 people in China and infected thousands.

Asia shares fight for footing after turbulent week

Asian share markets battled to regain their footing on Friday as investors clutched at hopes China could contain the coronavirus, even as headlines spoke of ever more cases and mounting deaths.

Premarket: World shares struggle for footing after virus-battered week

Oil and copper prices set for worst month since May

Pair of councillors sign up for St Vincent's Hospice firewalk

Jim Paterson and Andy Doig will walk over hot coals at temperatures of more than 800C

Fight on to stop school change

Cllr Forbes and parent council attend key meeting over Invergowrie primary on Monday

Brexit day in pro-leave areas: 'I live in hope it's the right decision'

Views from three constituencies that each, like the UK overall, voted 52%-48% for Brexit

Brexit day in pro-leave areas: 'I live in hope it's the right decision'

Views from three areas that each, like the UK overall, voted 52%-48% for Brexit

Full-time janitors set to go at seven schools in Lanarkshire

Already, 22 of the 29 smallest schools in the region are forced to rely on a part-time janitor.

France's Orange avoids Huawei in 5G rollout

The decision comes as the United States puts pressure on European nations to shut out Huawei, accusing it of ties to the Chinese government that could give Beijing the potential to spy on classified communications.

France's Orange chooses Nokia and Ericsson to deploy its 5G network at home

PARIS (Reuters) - Orange (ORAN.PA), France’s biggest telecoms company, said it had chosen Nokia (NOKIA.HE) and Ericsson (ERICb.ST) to deploy its 5G network in mainland France, as China’s Huawei Technologies faces intense political scrutiny in Europe.

Telecoms group Orange chooses Nokia and Ericsson for French 5G network

PARIS, Jan 31 — Orange, France’s biggest telecoms company, said it had chosen Nokia and Ericsson to deploy its 5G network in mainland France, as China’s Huawei Technologies faces intense political scrutiny in Europe. “For Orange, the deployment of 5G represents a huge challenge and is one...

US urges UK to reconsider its decision allowing Huawei to build 5G networks

Mike Pompeo, US Secretary of State, has urged the British government to reconsider its decision allowing Chinese telecom giant Huawei a limited role in building the country’s 5G and fibre networks. During his visit to the United Kingdom, Mike Pompeo talked with Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab on the Huawei issue. …

EU welcomes Pompeo's 5G comments, no sign of change to Huawei stance

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - EU industry chief Thierry Breton on Friday welcomed U.S. comments on the bloc’s decision not to issue an outright ban on Chinese telecoms equipment maker Huawei [HWT.UL], while showing no signs of any change in the EU’s stance.

In Q4 2019 Nokia smartphone shipment crashed to 2.8 mi, declined YoY too

As per the report shared with us by CounterPoint Research, Nokia smartphone shipments crashed to only 2.8 million in Q4 2019 resulting in a 41% decline as compared to Q4  2018 shipments. The smartphone shipments declined by 27% on a Year-over-Year basis.

Nokia smartphone and feature phone shipments were down in 2019 (+ Q4 2019 results)

Counterpoint Research released their full year and 4th quarter analysis of the mobile market of 2019. In the fourth quarter of 2019, Apple regained the title of the biggest smartphone vendor after …

Samsung outS Q4, FY 2019 results; to focus on flagship, foldables

Samsung is still the no. 1 mobile OEM and we believe it will remain on top especially that Huawei has lost all of its chance to enter the US market. The trade ban in the United States has changed a…

LG lost over $850 million through its Mobile Division as sales fall in 2019

LG has recently revealed its financial report for the Q4 of 2019. In the final quarter, the company saw a massive loss as its mobile division continues to deteriorate in the smartphone industry. According to the report, the South Korean tech giant saw a loss of over $850 million in Q4 of 2019 as sales …

Huawei phone sales beat Apple in 2019

Chinese firm topples iPhone maker but Samsung still leads the way.

Requesting 'More Butter' Is A Brilliant First Date Move

A lot of restaurants bring out bread “for the table,” but most of those restaurants do not bring enough butter for the amount of bread that is brought. Like only serving appetisers with an odd number of edible items, it’s unclear if they skimp on butter to create strife, or if it’s out of some sort of fiscal...

Vegan Week: Pizza Hut's 'Pepperphoni' Pizza Isn't Bad, But It's Not Replacing Real Pizza Anytime Soon

Vegan Week is drawing to a close here at Gizmodo UK, and we still have plenty of new vegan junk food to get through. Now up until this point we've focused on fast food, but we're mixing that up just this once. Why? Because we couldn't resist a proper sit-down meal at Pizza Hut to try their new vegan 'Pepperphoni' - a dish that you can't get from the Pizza Hut delivery shops that are scattered about towns and cities. Not wanting to pay for Uber Eats or Deliveroo, or have to lug it home while it got cold, I went in and made an evening of it.

I visited London's famous Borough Market, and the food was so diverse that supermarkets now seem boring, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - It's one of the largest and most famous food markets in Europe, and you might recognize it from films like "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.". Read more at businessinsider.sg

This globetrotting Lake Stevens bartender is aiming high

Macara “Mac” Hinds tended bar in Germany and traveled in Norway and Thailand. Now she is training to fly airplanes.

What it's like inside the booze-free NYC bars that charge $13 for nonalcoholic cocktails

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Scottish ‘Cyber kiosk’ fears raised in report to the United Nations

An insufficient legal framework to protect people’s rights from new biometric technologies such as facial recognition and “cyber kiosks” and the disproportionate use of strip searching women and children are among concerns about policing, prisons and access to justice raised with the United Nations (UN) in the latest report from the Scottish Human Rights Commission.

Court orders safeguards for Kenyan digital IDs, bans DNA collecting

NAIROBI (Reuters) - Kenya’s high court said the government could go ahead with a new digital ID scheme, as long as it brought in stronger regulations and did not use it to collect citizens’ DNA and geo-location data.

Reforms must take into account economic wellbeing

As we implement the wave of reforms flowing from the royal commission, it's important to ensure the health of the economic system.

What you need to know about the UK 5G network

With recent discussions on the reliability of Huawei and the future of the UK-US trade deal, we answer three key questions on the UK 5G network

Council to set aside million for survivors of child abuse

£2million has been set aside to support those who suffered historical abuse.

Funding boost for mental health and addictions facilities

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Funding boost gives impetus to critical child healthcare

31 January 2020

Daily Insight: All system(-level planning) go

The must-read stories and debate in health policy and leadership.

End-of-life care is vital. Why is it so neglected?

Britain’s palliative care services depend for funding on the charity of the public – that is a national travesty, says Guardian columnist Owen Jones

Countryside service cuts planned

Cuts of £150,000 suggested as part of proposals for a council's housing and community development service could see staff replaced by volunteers.

Gold futures fall Rs 319 to Rs 40,656 per 10 gm

Gold prices on Friday fell by Rs 319 to Rs 40,656 per 10 gram in futures trade as participants cut down their positions in line with a weak trend overseas. On the Multi Commodity Exchange, gold

Sensex drops 190 points; Nifty ends below 12K

All eyes have now turned to the Union Budget, scheduled to be presented on Saturday.

Market Highlights: Sensex slips 190 points, Nifty ends below 12,000 ahead of Budget 2020

Share Market, Stock Market Highlights: Everything that happened in the markets.

HUL volume growth surprises, profit before tax up 14% in December quarter

The company's volume growth is also ahead of the overall FMCG sector's

F&O: Over to Budget; banking stocks only hope as bears rule

India VIX moved up 3.38 per cent to 17.36 level.

Retail, residential sectors under reporting season spotlight

Performance of the retail and residential owners and developers will be under the spotlight in the upcoming earnings reporting season.

Tractor Supply's Shopper Trends Turn Negative

The retailer blamed unusually warm winter weather for a sharp growth slowdown over the holiday season.

What to look for in earnings season

The savage market reaction to a number of startling share downgrades this week is a reminder that hefty price gains may not reflect earnings prospects.

Aviva stops investors from taking money out of Irish property funds

Investment vehicles have combined value of €940 million

Manage buy-to-rent risks

The current buyers’ market offers a good opportunity for investors looking for properties to rent out, especially with the prospect of a potential rental-growth recovery in the latter part of 2020.

Election 2020: Rebuilding Ireland has failed, says Fianna Fáil

Party says Fine Gael has displayed lack of understanding about housing crisis

Social Democrats propose affordable homes at €200k and the end to commuter hell in election manifesto

Entitled ‘Invest in Better’, the party said the document sets out a uniquely Irish version of the Nordic model”.

Council thanks those who helped shape budget decisions

The Council carried out a budget survey in the latter part of 2019 to encourage residents and businesses to have their say

Kilbowie outdoor centre closure agreed by North Lanarkshire Council

The residential facility, which provides outdoor education for Primary Seven groups, is to shut in 2020-2021.

READERS’ LETTERS: HS2 will have zero benefit to Scotland but we have to pay £9bn towards it

Sir, – The Chancellor Sajid Javid, on behalf of our Westminster lords and masters, has decided to support HS2 at a cost of more than £106 billion (latest estimate).

Air India flight with Indians from Wuhan to leave for home on Saturday

While Friday's flight is scheduled to take mostly those stranded in Wuhan, Saturday's flight is expected to take those held up in Hubei province

Coronavirus outbreak: Indian government begins to evacuate 366 citizens from China's Wuhan

The 423-seater flight is expected to return to Delhi from Wuhan at 2 a.m. on Saturday and another special flight may depart from T3, Delhi on Saturday.

Relief as A.P. engineers’ ordeal ends

On returning from China, they will be put under quarantine in Haryana facility

Japan speeds up new Wuhan coronavirus measures as more evacuees arrive

TOKYO: Japan said on Friday (Jan 31) that it would bring forward the date that the coronavirus will become a "designated infectious disease" to ...

Around 400 Indians to be evacuated from Wuhan: Air India CMD Ashwani Lohani

The flight will include all necessary resources like masks, medical equipment, packed food, prescribed medicines, along with a team of five doctors from the Health Ministry, and paramedical personnel from Air India

Forty temporarily laid off at Cork hotel as doubts raised over long-term future

Staff at the Blarney hotel and golf resort were hoping against hope that the hotel would reopen tomorrow following its regular January closure.

Travellers make last-gasp bid to stay put at North Esk Park during crunch site visit

Travellers made a last-gasp plea to stay in an unauthorised Mearns encampment during a crunch visit to decide its fate.

Anger over cut to Cambuslang bus service

The 172 will no longer call at several stops

Unions say workers’ welfare a ‘prime concern’ amid coronavirus outbreak

Airport workers have reported not being given gloves or hand sanitiser, GMB union said.

Kilbowie outdoor centre closure agreed by North Lanarkshire Council

The residential facility, which provides outdoor education for Primary Seven groups, is to shut in 2020-2021.

Economic Survey: India now global leader in monthly data consumption

For the quarter ending June 2019, the price of data was 7.7 per GB as compared to 200 per GB in June 2016. The Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) for GSM-based mobile services has also gone down substantially from 126 in June 2016 to 74.30 in June 2019, said the survey.

Economic Survey 2019-20: Competition, low tariffs led to financial stress in telecom sector

The data price in the country came down by over 99% during 2016-2019, making it among the lowest tariff in the world, according to the survey.

Top headlines: Eco Survey 2019-20, Wipro's Abidali Neemuchwala steps down

Economic Survey for 2019-20 was tabled in Parliament on Friday and projected the country's gross domestic product (GDP) to grow between 6 - 6.5 per cent in financial 2020-21 (FY21)

National Statistical Office revises growth down to 6.1% for 2018-19

“Real GDP or GDP at constant (2011-12) prices for the years 2018-19 and 2017-18 stand at ₹139.81 lakh crore and ₹131.75 lakh crore, respectively.”

‘Buying a gun easier than opening a restaurant in Delhi: Chief Economic Advisor’

Analogy given by Chief Economic Advisor for improving the ease of doing business in India

OPEC's oil output in January declined 640K bpd to 28.35 million bpd

The crude oil output of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) fell 640,000 barrels per day (bpd) in January to 28.35 million bp

WTI drops below $52.00 and challenges 2020 lows

Prices of the barrel of WTI are losing further ground at the end of the week and are trading at shouting distance from yearly lows in sub-$52.00 level

Risky Time For A Valero Investment

VLO beat earnings estimates for 4Q19.But market conditions have since deteriorated.Product stocks are oversupplied and refinery margins have dropped.The virus in China is a headwind of unknown depth a

Canada: GDP bounced back in November – NFB

According to a report released on Friday, Canada’s real GDP rose 0.1% in November and 1.5% compared to a year earlier. Krishen Rangasamy, analyst at t

Core industries output rise 1.3% in December after four months of decline

The growth came on the back of rise in output in coal, fertiliser and refinery products sectors. However, production of crude oil, natural gas, and electricity contracted during December

Yet Another US Corporate Giant Appoints Indian Technocrat as CEO, Analyst Predicts Trend to Continue

New Delhi (Sputnik): Several Indian technocrats have been appointed by US-based multinational companies like Google, Mastercard, Microsoft and Adobe. Besides these American companies, several others like Goldman Sachs, Qualcomm, Uber, Boston Consulting Group and Jaguar have emerged as top recruiters for Indians graduating from its top institutes.

Intel Corp’s legal compliance counsel joins software firm Splunk

Basu started her career as an associate attorney at Ramfry & Sagar and then moved to K&S Partners. In the year 2008, she had joined countrys largest pure-play consumer company Hindustan Unilever as legal a manager from where she moved to GE HealthCare as legal counsel for South Asia in the year 2010.

Indian Origin, IIT Kanpur Graduate Arvind Krishna Elected New CEO Of IBM

After a “world-class succession process”, American IT giant International Business Machines (IBM) has named Indian-origin technology executive Arvind Krishna as the new Chief Executive Officer succeeding Virginia Rometty, reports India Today.

Virginia Rometty steps down, IBM elevates Arvind Krishna as CEO

Krishna will take charge on April 6, while Rometty, who has been at the helm since 2012, will continue as executive chairman until the end of the year

Indian-origin Arvind Krishna Replaces Virginia Rometty As New IBM CEO

Indian-origin Arvind Krishna has been elected as the next Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of IBM, the American IT giant, succeeding Virginia Rometty on Jan 30.

Epic Games backs GamesIndustry.biz Academy

Unreal Engine firm to contribute guides to our new section

‘VOID’ Awarded Regional Arts Development Funding Support

Wild Dreamer Productions’ Newest Project ‘VOID’ Awarded Regional Arts Development Funding Support

The eight best car dealerships in Derby according to Google reviews

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Barclays introduces video games tax relief loans