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Brookman: A smash in the face shouldn't keep us down for long
There is a quote from boxer Mike Tyson that reads, “Everyone has a strategy until they get smashed in the face.”There are very few people in Alberta who do not relate to that quote at t…
FlyOver Iceland gives birds-eye view of stunning landscape
I swear I felt my feet touch the pounding force of the waterfall as we swooped past it. I couldn’t be sure though as my eyes were squeezed tight and my muffled shrieks drowned out any other s…
Varcoe: Beyond politics, Teck’s oilsands project hinges on partners, pipelines — and prices
A political brawl has erupted over a pending federal decision on the massive Frontier oilsands mine, but it’s only one of several barriers facing the mega-project.As Alberta presses the Trude…
Opinion: Is Enmax paying its fair share into City of Calgary coffers?
For Calgary’s economy, 2019 was a terrible year, marked by ongoing troubles in the energy sector and a downturn in construction. Not surprisingly, the city’s weak economic performance h…
Republicans Are Prepared to Go Down With Trump
Or to triumph with him.
The Man Who Saw Tomorrow’s Disruption—and Gave Me Hope for Journalism
Clay Christensen’s insights helped illuminate a path by which the field can survive, even thrive.
The 2020 U.S. Presidential Race: A Cheat Sheet
John Delaney’s presidential campaign never took off, but his intuition about the appetite for a moderate Democrat proved right.
The European Union’s Double Crisis of Legitimacy
It isn’t sufficiently democratic, and there’s no push to penalize authoritarian member states.
Why Texans Don’t Want Any More Californians
Migrants from the Golden State could change the character of their new homes.
The Founders Set an Extremely High Bar for Impeachment
And that’s probably a good thing.
BS6 Ford Endeavour 2.0-litre diesel, 10-speed auto launch soon
Ford India will announce prices for the BS6 Endeavour soon. Click to know about the new engine-gearbox combination that will launch soon.
Lexus LC500h launched at Rs 1.96 crore
Lexus has introduced the LC500h grand tourer to its India line-up. Click here for its price, engine specs and more.
MG Hector BS6 petrol priced from Rs 12.74 lakh
Move to BS6 sees prices hiked by about Rs 26,000 across all MG Hector petrol variants. Click for more details.
Norton Motorcycles faces financial trouble
Last-minute attempts to save the Norton appear to have failed as the brand has failed to secure the backing it needs to continue trading. Click for more.
MG sedan for India in the works
MG Motor India is considering the launch of a sedan in our market. Click here for more details about the model.
Roundtable Session on “25th Anniversary of Permanent Neutrality of Turkmenistan” held at CGSS
A Roundtable Session was held at the Center for Global & Strategic Studies (CGSS) in Islamabad on Friday on “25th Anniversary of Permanent Neutrality of Turkmenistan”.
Rand tumbles to 11-week low as coronavirus, power cuts weigh
The rand fell by nearly 4% over the week.
Rand marks time as China virus, power cuts weigh
Investors clutch at hopes that China can contain the spread of the coronavirus.
Eskom gauges interest in building pebble-bed nuclear plants
South Africa spent R14.47bn trying to develop the technology before abandoning the project in 1999.
Cosatu to present R254bn Eskom rescue plan
The plan could reduce Eskom's debt by more than half.
Africa pushes ahead on the world’s largest free-trade zone
The African Union is backing the Africa Continental Free Trade Area.
Eskom CEO appoints board for planned division into three units
Eskom seeks to drive harder bargain on funding costs-CEO
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.
Sasol expects earnings to collapse 69%
Oil price, softer global margins and Lake Charles project weighs on first-half earnings
BofA sees Eskom among risks to spoil brief SA rally
'Investors are getting impatient and are looking for opportunities elsewhere' – investment strategist.
US consumer spending cooled last month, core prices picked up
Income growth in the US slowed to 0.2%.
Eskom warns SA to brace for more frequent power cuts
The country has been contending with an energy deficit since late 2005.
Amazon set to break record for one-day gain in market cap
Amazon could set a new mark for the biggest single-day gain on record for a US company.
Tongaat shares back to JSE trading on Monday
It suspended trading on June 10 after revelations of accounting irregularities that saw its share plummet some 75% last year.
Tipperary's Newman Julian says FG is only party to cut tax
People on average incomes 'are not rich'
Tipperary hospital on worst overcrowded list for January
South Tipperary General Hospital in Clonmel was one of Ireland's most overcrowded hospitals this January. 12,024 admitted patients went without beds in Ireland’s hospitals this January, ac...
Tipperary man Ciaran Bergin could hardly tie his shoe laces before weight loss
SLIMMING WORLD TURNED HIS LIFE AROUND
WARNING: Do not allow babies consume water from Tipperary supply
Irish Water has issued a drinking water restriction notice to Tipperary residents. On the advice of the Health Service Executive, water from the Templetuohy Water Supply Scheme should not be con...
Tipperary IFA president says EU 'can't be browbeaten' by Boris Johnson
Irish farmers 'cannot be sold out'
Hey! Pat Shortt brings his latest show to Roscrea
Racket Hall Country House Hotel, Roscrea are excited to welcome Pat Shortt with his latest show Hey! on Friday, February 7, 2020. Tickets are available from the hotel reception on 0505 21748 or from T...
Brexit day: Britain quits EU, steps into transition twilight zone
The country will slip away an hour before midnight from the club it joined in 1973
Turkey's Erdogan hits out at Arab 'treason' over Trump Mideast plan
Some Arab countries that support such a plan commit treason against Jerusalem, says Turkish president
UN resolutions on Kashmir termed key to finding solution
Kashmir committee chairman says India’s negative measures in IOK would have a global impact
Market watch: KSE-100 falls 273 points owing to global sell-off
Benchmark index decreases 0.65% to settle at 41,630.93
Zameen.com synergises data, technology and expertise to reboot Pakistan's property sector
The game-changing tool Property Bank aims to make unaddressed property listings approachable
Hyundai tests new i20 ahead of Auto Expo debut; here's what to expect
Hyundai at Auto Expo 2020: The Hyundai i20 is set to make its presence known at the upcoming Auto Expo. Here's what to expect from the latest Hyundai hatchback
Economic Survey 2020: Why wealth creation was picked as this year's theme
Economic Survey 2019-20: Elaborating on India's historical dominance on the global economy, the survey stressed on the importance of bringing an openness in the market that leads to wealth creation
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
This US-based startup helps acquire new skills at affordable prices; check details
With offices in Bengaluru and the US, Springboard has got 15,000 students in over 100 countries around the globe, of which 80 per cent are in the US
Oh! GDP grew only 6.1% - not 6.8% - last fiscal, says MOSPI
GDP figures for financial year 2017-18 were also revised downwards to 7 per cent, from 7.17 per cent reported earlier
Oyo cuts staff strength by about 2,000, exits 200 cities as part of restructuring
Oyo claims that although it has slashed a significant workforce, there has been a lot of support that the start-up has given to the employees who have been asked to leave
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
Union Budget 2020: How, When and Where To Watch Live Streaming Of Union Budget
Union Budget 2020: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is all set to present Budget 2020 in Parliament on Saturday at 11 a.m.
Economic Survey 2020: The thali, India's own Big Mac Index
What Subramanian has done is somewhat similar to the Big Mac index, but at a national level. He has mapped out what a regular thali costs at a regional level and at the state level from 2007/08 to 2019/20
Oyo rubbishes reports of large-scale partner loss, and exiting businesses
Currently, Oyo largely operates under three models - franchisee, leased and owned assets. The rooms under the franchisee model accounts for the largest number of its inventory of nearly 3 lakh rooms in India
Economic Survey raises more questions than answers for pharma industry
Economic Survey 2019-20: The pharma industry is left in a fix after the Economic Survey 2020 came out today. Here's all you need to know
Budget 2020: James Wilson, the man who brought budget, income tax to India
Budget 2020: When James Wilson introduced the Income Tax, the act severely impacted the mood of the businesses as well as the feudal lords
Railway Budget 2020: Railway fares unlikely to be hiked, govt may give privatisation push
Budget 2020: After the success of India's first private train Tejas, the Centre may also consider privatising other trains and railway operations. The Centre's railway station modernisation plan will also boost steel consumption in the country
Telecom sector is bleeding! Will Modi govt offer relief in Budget 2020?
Budget 2020: Telecom industry has also demanded a reduction in levies, both licence fee and Spectrum Usage Charges (SUC). It has also asked the Centre to create an infrastructure bank that would raise tax-free bonds, the proceeds of which can be used to lend to the companies at lower rates.
Economic Survey 2020 pushes for privatisation of education, flexible labour laws
Economic Survey 2020: Survey calls for increasing literacy levels rapidly through institution of more schools and colleges; vouches for important policies that boost ease of doing business
Economic Survey 2020: FTAs have been beneficial, insecurities over trade deals misplaced
Last year, India backed out of the proposed free trade agreement under RCEP that comprises 16 countries in the larger South East Asian region after some of its key concerns were not addressed
Economic Survey 2020 explains why the rich are good for economy
Economic Survey 2020: Survey says wealth created by entrepreneurs correlate strongly with wealth created by employees, and that greater wealth creation in a market economy enhances welfare for all
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
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
Economic Survey 2020 stresses on Assembled-in-India
The Survey states that by integrating "Assemble in India for the world" into Make in India, India can generate 4 crores well-paid jobs by 2025 and 8 crores by 2030
Budget 2020: PPF limit may increase to Rs 2.5 lakh from Rs 1.5 lakh
Budget 2020: The ministry is also planning to permit tax exemptions of up to Rs 2.5 lakh for savings under Section 80 C (of the Income Tax Act)
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
Economic Survey 2020: 60% women in world's fastest growing economy do housework
Women's participation in labour force reduced to 25.3 per cent in 2017-18 from 33.1 per cent in 2011-12, Economic Survey found
Budget 2020: How can FM Nirmala Sitharaman put India back on growth trajectory towards a $5 trillion economy
Union Budget 2020:
Economic Survey 2020 forecasts India GDP growth at 6-6.5% for FY21
Economic Survey 2020: According to the survey, uncertainties, although declining, are still elevated due to protectionist tendencies of China and USA and rising USA-Iran geo-political tensions
Economic Survey 2020: CEA Subramanian sees fiscal slippage in FY20
Subramanian said the country might have hit the trough in growth and expressed his confidence in achieving 6-6.5 per cent growth in fiscal year 2020-21
ITC Q3 net profit grows 29% to Rs 4,048 crore
Net sales increased 5.71 per cent during the December quarter this fiscal to Rs 13,220.30 crore, as opposed to Rs 12,506.05 crore in the corresponding period a year ago
India must follow China's growth model to create jobs, suggests Economic Survey 2020
Economic Survey 2019-20: India can create 4 crore well-paid jobs by 2025 and 8 crore by 2030 by integrating "Assemble in India for the world" into Make in India
WhatsApp payments to be launched in several countries in next 6 months: Mark Zuckerberg
WhatsApp Pay started as a pilot programme in 2018 wherein a million Indian users participated. Overwhelmed by the response, Facebook is expanding the payments feature to more countries.
India's GDP growth not overstated, says Economic Survey 2020
Economic Survey 2020 live: The Economic Survey 2019-20 cleared the air around "inflated GDP numbers". Here's what this exactly means for you
Budget 2020: Earn less than Rs 10 lakh? Here's what you can expect
Budget 2020: There have been talks about government levying 10% income tax on income above Rs 5 lakh to Rs 10 lakh and 20% for income above Rs 10 lakh to Rs 20 lakh
Budget 2020: Will govt increase investment limit under Section 80C?
Budget 2020: The limit of deduction available under Section 80C is Rs 1.5 lakh. Taxpayers expect FM Sitharaman to increase the limit to Rs 2.5 lakh
SBI posts highest-ever quarterly profit of Rs 5,583 crore in Q3
SBI Q3 results: The bank's gross non-performing assets (NPAs) ratio declined to 6.94 per cent in Q3FY20 versus 8.71 per cent in the same quarter last year
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
Architecture and design events in February 2020 from Dezeen Events Guide
Modernism Week in Palm Springs, Stockholm Design Week and the Collect crafts fair and Surface Design Show in London are listed in the Dezeen Events Guide in February.
Balthazar is a bottle-green bar beneath a market in Kiev
Rina Lovko Studio has combined bottle-green surfaces with low lighting to create the moody interior of this drinks bar at the heart of Kiev's city centre.
Paola Paronetto combines paper and clay to create delicate vessels
Italian ceramicist Paola Paronetto has unveiled two new vase designs, created using her distinctive "paper clay" technique.
Design shows in China including Design Shanghai and Festival of Design postponed due to coronavirus outbreak
The organisers of Design Shanghai have delayed the trade fair until May, due to the coronavirus epidemic that has suspended travel in China, with a host of other event organisers following suit.
10 best smartwatches for iPhone users: Apple Watch alternatives
If you're an iPhone owner and you're hunting for a smartwatch the Apple Watch is naturally the perfect choice – but it costs a lot and the battery life is terrible. If that bothers you, there are plenty of alternatives. There's a whole host of iPhone-compatible smartwatches on the market with features that Apple's devices…
Coronavirus to hit Galaxy S20 accessories supply chain
Seoul - The deadly Coronavirus outbreak that has already killed 213 people in China could lead to delay in the accessories for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S20 series that are coming out of the country.
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.
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.
Qatar Petroleum announces fuel prices for February
Doha - Qatar Petroleum (QP) today announced the petrol and diesel prices for February.
MME to monitor deep-sea marine environment
The Ministry of Municipality and Environment’s department of monitoring and environmental lab will monitor the marine environment at deep sea in cooperation with Qatar University’s research vessel Janan. The trip will take place in February.
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.
Emmys: TV Academy's Awards Guru John Leverence Retiring, Rule Changes Announced
One major category has been renamed, the eligibility of 'hanging episodes' has been tightened and self-published programming will now face a higher threshold to make it onto the ballot.
Michael Gove admits post-Brexit trade with the EU will NOT be 'frictionless' as Boris Johnson 'prepares to ask Brussels for an "off-the-shelf" Canada-style deal'
Michael Gove today admitted UK trade with the EU after Brexit will not be 'frictionless' as Boris Johnson prepares to ask Brussels for an 'off-the-shelf' future partnership agreement.
Nike's controversial Vaporfly shoes ESCAPE a ban by World Athletics to leave runners free to use them at the Olympics... but Eliud Kipchoge's two-hour marathon Alphaflys are banned
From April 2020, any shoe must have been available for purchase by any athlete on the open retail market for a period of four months before it can be used in competition.
Inside Russian airline Aeroflot's pilot training facility where MailOnline is taught how to land a Boeing 737 in a state-of-the-art simulator - with VERY mixed results
MailOnline Travel's Jennifer Newton gets a tour of Aeroflot's pilot training school on the outskirts of Moscow - and takes the captain's seat in a Boeing 737 flight simulator.
Wealthy are to be offered huge tax breaks by Uruguay’s new president to lure them to the country’s coastal resorts and help boost the economy as other South American countries crumble
Luis Lacalle Pou says he wants to offer residency to up to 200,000 by slashing the minimum amount of property foreigners need to buy to qualify.
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.
London is Europe's best city to invest in and Manchester moves into the top 30 on the
London kept second place globally and first in Europe in the annual chart, which measures the attractiveness of major cities around the world for real asset investing.
They’re earning shed loads! Ex-PMs David Cameron and Theresa May rake in hundreds of thousands of pounds for media appearances after leaving office - and Boris Johnson is not doing too badly either
Mr Cameron earned £150,000 before quitting over his failure to see off Brexit, but that was small fry compared to his current income. And Mrs May has made almost £400,000 since leaving No10 in July.
Desperate single man, 30, who is looking for a girlfriend buys massive £425 billboard asking for applicants
Mark Rofe (pictured), 30, from Sheffield, said he has been single for more than a year and has noticed all his friends are getting married while he is struggling to get a date.
Locust plague decimating east Africa, including swarms 40 miles wide, is getting worse and threatens to become a humanitarian crisis, UN warns
The insects are munching their way through farmland across Kenya, Ethiopia, Somalia, Dijibouti and Eritrea, putting 12 million people into acute food insecurity. The UN has called for action.
Boris Johnson seems to lets slip HS2 WILL get the green light admitting that the government is 'in a hole' over the £100billion high-speed rail project but will 'keep digging'
Boris Johnson seemed to confirm the go-ahead for the controversial £100billion project in an interview with a 10-year-old on Sky News.
Bizarre moment man wearing only his underpants and socks dangles from a second-floor window 'while escaping police' before finally losing his grip and smashing into a car below
The footage is believed to have been recorded by an onlooker in Wallisellen, Switzerland. In the video, the man can be seen dangling from a second-floor window in only his underwear and socks.
Former K-Pop idol Seungri is charged with organising prostitution after scandal of women being drugged and raped in exclusive clubs tarred the industry's reputation in South Korea
Lee Seung-hyun, 29, whose stage name is Seungri, avoided spending time on remand at a hearing at Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office yesterday.
Top Remainer Tony Blair says the UK must now 'make the best of' Brexit as he blames Britain's departure from the EU on the 'mind-boggling ineptitude' of Jeremy Corbyn and the Labour leadership
Tony Blair today said the UK must 'make the best of' Brexit as he blamed Jeremy Corbyn and the 'mind-boggling ineptitude' of the Labour leadership for facilitating Britain's split from Brussels.
Now that really IS TV gold! World's most luxurious TV with 100in screen and 24-carat gold-plated stand goes on sale at Harrods for over £100,000
The Aquavision DB100 has a 100
Motorists, are you Brexit-ready to drive abroad? Here's six things you need to consider after 31 January
From validity of UK licences to green cards and preparing for overseas low emission zones, here's everything drivers need to know for life after 31 January.
Not the best timing! Budget hotel chain at the centre of the coronavirus outbreak tweets out '#happyfriday!' promotion... hours after two guests were confirmed as UK's first cases
The budget hotel chain at the centre of the coronavirus outbreak sent out an ill-timed tweet promotion...just hours after it confirmed two of its guests were the UK's first cases of the disease.
Bill Gates predicted a coronavirus-like outbreak - down to it starting at a Chinese market - in 2019 Netflix documentary show 'The Next Pandemic'
In an episode of the Netflix 'Explained' series aired late last year billionaire Bill Gates warned of the likelihood of a global pandemic breaking out from one of China's wet markets
Flight into the danger zone: China sends planes to bring ‘stranded’ overseas residents back home to Wuhan… but who would be brave enough to board?
There are 117 nationals from Wuhan in Bangkok, Thailand, and a further 100 in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, who are understood to be desperate to get back to the coronavirus-stricken city 'as soon as possible'.
Borderlands 3 latest hotfix activates Rare Chest Riches event, addresses drop rates and more
This specific hotfix activates the Rare Chest Riches event, addresses drop rates and implements permanent scaling for Takedown at the Maliwan Blacksite.
CCTS begins administering CRTC’s new Internet Code today
The CCTS now officially administers the new CRTC-issued Internet Code, which was released in July 2019.
Nintendo says it has no plans to launch a new Switch model in 2020
Nintendo president and CEO Shuntaro Furukawa has shot down rumours that an upgraded 'Switch Pro' will release this year.
Telus offers $75 20GB Peace of Mind plan yet again
If you missed out on Telus' $75 20GB offer the first two times, the Vancouver-based carrier is giving you another chance to sign up.
Musk says Model S to get 400 mile range in the future
Elon Musk mentioned during an investors call that his auto company is still working to improve the range on the Model S and X vehicles.
Here’s why Microsoft’s Xbox Project xCloud feels like the future of video games
Microsoft's Project xCloud is one of the coolest things I've experienced in the gaming space in several years.
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.
EU vote could now force Apple to ditch Lightning for USB-C
The European Union has voted to standardise chargers for mobile devices in a measure that could force Apple to abandon the iPhone's traditional Lightning | Trusted Reviews
Samsung’s plan for 2020? Release even more high-end phones
Samsung believes foldable and "premium" products will lead the way in 2020 - helping the company to peform better commercially.
The Outer Worlds has a release date for Nintendo Switch… but not everyone is happy
If you’ve been holding out for a portable version of last year’s excellent Obsidian RPG, The Outer Worlds, then we finally have a release date for you.
Apple’s next iPhone will have a Touch ID button − on its side
Apple’s next iPhone will have something no other iPhone has had before − drum roll, please − a side-mounted Touch ID button.
Philips Ambilight TVs have had another price drop – but it won’t be around for long
Enjoy an even more immersive visual experience with this Philips TV's ambient lighting capabilities, now available for under £400.
Huawei P40 Pro: All the latest rumours and news on the upcoming flagship
The Huawei P30 Pro was renowned for its excellent camera, so can its successor manage to improve upon this incredibly high standard?
Forget the Switch Pro Controller, this Wireless Pokémon themed alternative is just £29.99
There is now a reduction on the Pokémon Shield branded PowerA Enhanced Wireless Controller for the Nintendo Switch - but stock is selling out.
One of the oldest bald eagles ever recorded just crashed through a man's window
The eagle that smashed through a Wyoming man's window was bearing a leg band from 1989.
Locusts swarm East Africa with worst plague in decades
The locust plague already poses an 'unprecedented' threat to food security, and could still grow 500 times larger.
EU Court Says It Cannot Rule On Slovenia-Croatia Border Row
The European Union’s top court announced Friday that it cannot rule on a decades old border dispute between member countries Slovenia and Croatia because the row falls under international law and not EU law.
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
Kahaan Hum Kahaan Tum Written Update For January 30, 2020 | Sonakshi Is Shocked
'Kahaan Hum Kahaan Tum' is a popular Hindi show which aires on Monday to Friday on Star Plus. Here is a written update for January 30, 2020. Read ahead to know
Market LIVE: Sensex, Nifty subdued as Economic Survey throws fiscal, economic challenge for government
Around 3.15 PM, S&P BSE Sensex was trading 0.51 per cent or 209 points lower at 40,703.84 while broader Nifty 50 index breached the crucial 12,000-mark and was ruling at 11,955 points
Revisit the 90s with Marvel's Heroes Reborn Saga on Comixology!
While it may not be the most celebrated "reboot" in comic history, Marvel's Heroes Reborn still features great comic talent working on our favorites!
Who Advertises The Watchmen?
In their feature spotlighting notable comic book ads, CSBG shows how DC Comics promoted Watchmen in the comics back in the day.
The 100 Prequel Spinoff Gets a Rather Baffling Title
The title for The CW's planned prequel series for The 100 has been revealed - and raises a lot new of questions.
My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising Tickets Are Now on Sale
My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising gets a release date in North America and the U.K., with tickets available for pre-sale now.
Star Wars Reveals What Happened to Luke's Lightsaber After Empire
Luke's original lightsaber somehow wound up in Maz Kanata's possession in The Force Awakens. Marvel's Star Wars may reveal how.
Lex Luthor Just DESTROYED the Deadliest Justice League, Single-Handed
As DC's Year of the Villain continues, Lex Luthor just took out the Batman Who Laughs' powerhouse superhero team without breaking a sweat.
Quasar's Retroactive Initiation Into the Avengers
In their latest spotlight on interesting shared comic universe continuity, CSBG shows how Quasar's Avengers membership was revealed retroactively.
VIDEO: The Mandalorian vs. Batman: Who Would Win?
Batman has plenty of experience taking down masked assassins and mercenaries, but how well would the Dark Knight fare against the Mandalorian?
REPORT: Marvel's Loki Disney+ Series Taps Owen Wilson for Major Role
Marvel Studios' upcoming Loki series for Disney+ has reportedly recruited actor Owen Wilson for a major, undisclosed role.
SCP: The Largest Online Shared Universe is Under Legal Attack
SCP is the largest online shared universe around. It's also on the brink of destruction thanks to a legal attack. Here's what you need to know.
Willow: Ron Howard Confirms Disney+ Show with Warwick Davis Is in the Works
Willow director Ron Howard is developing a Disney+ series based on the film with screenwriter Jon Kasdan and star Warwick Davis.
Harley Quinn's Legion of Doom Membership Comes At a Major Price
The Harley Quinn animated series just proved that membership in the Legion of Doom comes with a heavy price for the DC antihero.
EXCLUSIVE: Folklords #4 Preview Teases Ugly's Backstory
BOOM! Studios presents an exclusive first look at Folklords #4, by writer Matt Kindt and artist Matt Smith.
Doctor Doom Just MURDERED Ultron (With a DIRTY Street-Fighting Move)
Dr. Doom and Ultron are Marvel's two most fearsome villains, but Victor just proved he's the dirtiest player in the game with this decisive win!
Supergirl Synopsis Teases Winn Confronting His 'Greatest Fear'
Fears will be confronted and loyalties tested in the synopsis for the upcoming Supergirl episode, "Back From the Future, Part Two."
Star Wars: The Clone Wars - Everything You Need to Know Before Season 7
Watching six seasons is hard to squeeze into the two weeks before Star Wars: The Clone Wars' final season debuts. Better skim the highlights, instead!
The Crow Reboot Is Back in Active Development
After a year and a half on the shelf, the planned reboot of The Crow is reportedly back in active development.
The Flash Synopsis Finally Introduces the Future Sue Dibny
The CW has released the official synopsis for The Flash's "A Girl Named Sue," which will finally introduce Sue Dibny to the Arrowverse.
Pokémon Home's Reveal Explains the Absence of a Much-Loved Feature
The Global Trade Station's return as part of Pokémon Home helps to explain why it was removed from Sword and Shield in the first place.
Flash #750: Oversized Issue's Sneak Peek Promises a Jay Garrick Story
Joshua Williamson revealed Dave Marquez's art for The Flash #750, featuring Jay Garrick of the Justice Society of America.
A Quiet Place II's Super Bowl Spot Expands the Franchise's Universe
The monster-filled world of A Quiet Place gets a lot bigger in a tense Super Bowl spot for the horror movie's upcoming sequel.
One of the X-Men's Baddest Villains Returns in Marvel's Hellions
Marvel released a new piece of artwork teasing the return of the villainous Goblin Queen to shake-up the X-Men's status quo in Hellions.
Regina Pats like what they see from newcomer Cole Carrier
Forward Cole Carrier — a recent trade pickup who had been playing junior A — is excited to be back in the WHL as a member of the Regina Pats.
Mandryk: Sask. Party gov't must account for Moe travel, less disclosure
Moe, cabinet minsters and staff may be forgetting they work for us and — as their bosses and employers — we have a right to accountability.
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
Ryanair signs Rentalcars.com to drive unrivalled car rental experience
Ryanair has partnered with to offer its travellers the best rates on the world’s largest choice of car rental inventory. By integrating Rentalcars.com’s platform across its Group Airlines, Ryanair is using the most innovative technology in the industry to create a market-leading and frictionless user experience that will deliver more car rental bookings than ever before. As a result of its improved customer journey across Web, Mobile and App platforms, Ryanair’s customers will not only be offered the widest choice of cars
The Algarve takes top spot as the most family-friendly destination
Columbus Direct has analysed popular holiday destinations within a 5-hour, or less, flight time from London to show the 20 best locations for a family-friendly holiday. The places were given an overall score out of 100 and were measured by the number of family-friendly hotels they hosted, the number of child-friendly restaurants, the number of activities deemed good for kids, the flight time from London and the distance from the airport to the nearest holiday location. You can see the
Travel trends echo Brexit separation
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US tourism & leisure industry sees a drop of 10.3% in deal activity in December 2019
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Nexus guarantees European prices ahead of Brexit
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IHG debuts upscale brand, voco in Africa with Valor Hospitality Partners Africa
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2020 Portrait of American International Travelers Survey shows no sign of travel slow down
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Here’s how to commence your Manaslu trek experience
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RevitUp travels to Hotel Association of Halkidiki summit
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Millennium Hotels and Resorts partners with Johnson Controls
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Facebook and Instagram to remove coronavirus misinformation
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Turkey Says Might 'Have No Choice' but Another Military Offensive in Syria
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Fifteen Percent of Italians Are Holocaust Deniers, Poll Shows
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Historic Brexit today
After three and half years since 2016 Brexit Referendum the historic divorce of Briton from European Union formally takes place today at 11 pm GMT on Friday. For the next 11 months the UK will remain as the EU member only in name.
‘A Quiet Place: Part II’ Super Bowl Spot: The Monsters Aren’t The Only Things To Be Afraid of This Time
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‘Mulan’ Super Bowl Spot: The Disney Classic Becomes a Live-Action Epic
The new Mulan Super Bowl spot seems to promise an epic adventure unlike the other live-action Disney adapations we've seen so far.
‘A Quiet Place Part II’ Featurette Answers Some Questions About the Horror Sequel
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The Radical Generosity of ‘The Good Place’ Made It One of the Greatest Modern TV Shows
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Munich-based SimScale closes €27 million to expand pioneering cloud-based 3D simulation software
German startup SimScale, one of world’s first production-ready cloud-based softwares for simulation, today announced that it has closed €27 million in Series C funding. Global venture capital and private equity firm Insight Partners led the round, with participation from existing investors: Earlybird, Union Square Ventures, June Fund, Vito Ventures, Bayern Kapital, and High-Tech Gründerfonds.
Lille-based Hootside raises €1.6 million to develop its AR video games app
French startup Hootside (previously Augmenteo), an augmented reality video game studio, has raised €1.6 million. The funds will be used to develop its AR games app, grow its team by 60%, acquire the rights to operate new popular franchises, and expand its presence in France and abroad.
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.
London-based Yumpingo raises over €9 million to help restaurants gather real-time feedback
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Paris-based AssoConnect raises €7 million to transform the non-profit sector
The French startup AssoConnect, whose technology is transforming how the non-profit sector is managed, has completed a second round of funding of €7 million, led by XAnge, ISAI and several business angels.
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Experience: I saved a woman who jumped in front of a train
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Jeet Thayil: ‘The last book that made me laugh? A book of poems by Narendra Modi’
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That was Brexit: the mad energy of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, but lasting three and a half years
It unearthed some of the worst people in the country – on both sides. And the worst of all were the politicians, says Guardian columnist Marina Hyde
'Why does everyone want to divide us?': EU presidents bid adieu to the UK – video
EU parliament president David Sassoli asks if British citizens were given enough information about Brexit
‘Oh, have I missed the taste of rosé’: how readers coped with dry January
Guardian readers tell us about their experiences of going a month – or maybe just 15 hours – without alcohol
Elon Musk's new EDM single reviewed – 'Bringing erectile dysfunction to the masses!'
The Tesla and SpaceX CEO has dropped Don’t Doubt Ur Vibe on Soundcloud – a wannabe dancefloor banger that somehow manages to doubt its own vibe
Trump's foreign policy is cynical and self-interested. His 'peace plan' is no exception
The plan is a giant middle finger to the Palestinian people, and a way for Trump – and Netanyahu – to distract voters from domestic political problems
Boris Johnson hints at desire for HS2 to go ahead
Prime minister tells 10-year-old interviewer ‘the only thing to do is keep digging’
Six fans preview the Six Nations
The tournament has not kicked off yet so everyone is feeling confident (apart from Scotland fans)
I fear the growing nastiness that Brexit is ushering in
An elderly relative is asked if she lives in a mud hut, as hearts harden and minds close. Is this what the future holds, asks poet and journalist Musa Okwonga
Baftas' status at stake in diversity debate, say film industry insiders
Challenging Hollywood by recognising more minority artists risks ‘deflating the balloon’
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Sturgeon calls for unity and focus in push for Scottish independence
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As Britain finally leaves the EU, travellers from Britain and France express anger and sadness
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‘Just gutted’: Eurostar passengers in Paris reflect on Brexit day
As Britain finally leaves the EU, travellers from Britain and France express anger and sadness
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Greece defends anti-migrant floating barrier amid growing criticism
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Seth Meyers: 'Today’s Republican party is an authoritarian movement'
Late-night hosts unpack the impeachment trial, from Dershowitz’s ‘national interest’ to McConnell’s refusal to call for witnesses
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Boris Johnson to host Downing Street party to celebrate Brexit
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The former prime minister said that Britain ‘can make a success’ of Brexit on the day the country is set to leave the European Union
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Plant milks are becoming more acceptable than dairy and the dairy lobby isn’t going down without a fight
‘Oh, have I missed the taste of rosé’: how readers coped with dry January
Guardian readers tell us about their experiences of going a month – or maybe just 15 hours – without alcohol
The strange thing is not that Britain is leaving the EU – it’s that we ever joined
The UK wanted economic cooperation, not political union, says the former Labour MP and Vote Leave chair, Gisela Stuart
Our face mask future: Do they really help beat flu, coronavirus and pollution?
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Blackpool council to fund children’s services by cutting up to 75 jobs
Council tax to rise by maximum 4% as local authority tries to address social care failings
Narrabri farmers feel 'sold out' by federal-NSW energy deal that boosts gas supply
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What it takes to have a ‘good death’ at home
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Starmer’s vision of a federal country
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Scotland's first minister urges supporters of Scottish independence to build and win the political case for it rather than rushing to hold a referendum
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Sen. Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn.) announced Thursday night that he will vote against calling new witnesses in President Trump's impeachment trial, but he also said Trump's actions were "inappropriate." His decision means there will likely be at most 50 votes for witnesses, and since few people think Chief Justice John Roberts would break a tie, Trump's trial is expected to come to a swift end. Sen. Chris Coons (D-Del.) told CNN's Anderson Cooper he's "very disappointed" in Alexander's decision, though it appears the GOP senator "essentially said that the House case has been proven but it doesn't rise to the level of impeachment." Sen. Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) told CNN's Chris Cuomo that he's also "deeply disappointed" in Alexander's decision to allow "the first impeachment trial in history that has no witnesses at all, and it's hard to imagine that this is a fair trial under those circumstances." On the other hand, he said, it's "refreshing to hear somebody on the other side describe it as inappropriate." Democratic…
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Britain after Brexit
The country remains bitterly divided, but there is cause for hope
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Three and a half years after narrowly voting to leave the European Union, the United Kingdom is celebrating and mourning its final day of EU membership Friday before leaving the union at 11 p.m., or midnight in Brussels. Prime Minister Boris Johnson will address the nation at 10 p.m. to inaugurate what he will call "a moment of real national renewal and change." Britain and the EU have agreed that the U.K. will retain all EU rules for 11 months while the two sides try to hammer out a new trade relationship and other guidelines for their new relationship. But Britain remains sharply divided on Brexit, with larger cities, Northern Ireland, and especially Scotland still in favor of remaining in the EU. In Edinburgh, where the EU flag will remain raised outside the Scottish Parliament on Friday night and the EU colors blue and yellow will light up two government buildings, Scottish Brexit Secretary Mike Russell urged the EU to "leave a light on for Scotland" so it could return, presumably as an independent country.…
Trump is reportedly set to relax U.S. ban on land mines
President Trump will announce as early as Friday that he will undo restrictions on using or acquiring land mines enacted by former President Barack Obama in 2014, two U.S. officials tell Reuters. Obama had moved to stop all U.S. production and acquisition of anti-personnel mines, including to replace degraded stockpiles. The U.S. is not among the more than 160 signatories to the 1997 Mine Ban Treaty, but it adheres to many of its provisions and prohibits the use of anti-personnel mines outside of the Korean peninsula, Reuters says. "The resumption of the use of anti-personnel land mines and continued stockpiling and production of these indiscriminate weapons is militarily unnecessary and dangerous," said Daryl Kimball at the Arms Control Association. The U.S. hasn't used land mines since a single anti-personnel mine in Afghanistan in 2002, Kimball's group says, and the last time the U.S. military used mines in any significant way was in the 1991 Gulf War. Peter Weber
Dec core sector growth recovers to 1.3% on higher coal, fertiliser output
Production of crude oil, natural gas, and electricity contracted in the month under review
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
Market Wrap, Jan 31: Sensex tanks 190 pts, Nifty below 12K ahead of Budget
State Bank of India posted a 41 per cent year-on-year growth in the standalone net profit at Rs 5,583 crore - its highest ever quarterly net profit-- for the December quarter of FY20
HUL reports 12.95% rise in consolidated net profit at Rs 1,631 cr
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Leader Economic Advisory Services at PwC India Ranen Banerjee said attaining the projected growth rate of 6-6.5 per cent will be challenging
GDP growth for FY19 revised downwards to 6.1% from 6.8% estimated earlier
"Real GDP or GDP at constant (2011-12) prices for the years 2018-19 and 2017-18 stand at Rs 139.81 trillion and Rs 131.75 trillion, respectively
Economic Survey: Sales of over 1.7k mfg firms contracted by 7.7% in Q2
Net profit for the manufacturing sector contracted in Q1 (June quarter) of 2019-20, mainly due to a production slowdown, it added
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
'Feel good' Budget may see cut in tax rate, sops for social sectors
To cushion the impact on collections, these tweaks might be accompanied by rationalisation in tax rebates
ITC Q3 pre-tax profit rises 4.5% to Rs 5049 cr on hotels, agro businesses
The company said that the macro-economic environment continues to be adversely impacted as reflected in GDP growth, and persistent weakness in consumption demand and investments
Tech Mahindra Q3 net profit slips 5% YoY to Rs 1,146 crore, revenue up 8%
In constant currency terms, revenue grew 4.3 per cent. In US dollar terms, revenue rose 5.1 per cent to $ 1,353 million.
Vedanta implements resolution plan to bag Ferro Alloys via NCLT route
Company's foray into ferro alloy business to strengthen its steel business portfolio
Consequential train accidents decreased to 59 in 2018-19: Economic Survey
The Indian Railways with over 68,000 route-kilometres is the third-largest network in the world under single management
Cut in housing prices can clean up banks' balance sheets: Economic Survey
Pitching for correction in property prices, the survey said that housing prices are ruling at a high level, even as the growth in rates has been muted since 2015-16
Govt dropped initial plan on GSTAT set-up, proposal flagged, shows RTI
Madras High Court had LATER declared bench composition unconstitutional due to non-inclusion of even a single judicial member; No appeal filed yet
Work at state-owned banks affected as employee unions go on 3-day strike
Private sector lenders like ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank were working as usual.
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The overarching theme of the Economic Survey 2019-20 is creation of wealth over time and the implementation of policies that act as enablers in creation of this wealth
Citizen suffers as wilful defaults take toll on welfare schemes: Eco Survey
According to the Survey, promoters at the helm of defaulting firms pledge almost 50 per cent of their shareholding to lenders on average
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
Economic Survey calls for $1.4 trillion infra spending during FY2020-2025
Investment in infrastructure is necessary for the economy, as power shortages, inadequate transport and poor connectivity affects overall growth performance, as per the Survey
Economic Survey's GDP growth forecast for FY20 wide off projection
It is for the second consecutive time that NSO's GDP estimate is significantly lower than the projection made in the survey prepared by the finance ministry
Markets cheerful despite slump in GDP growth, Sensex up 7%: Economic Survey
Benchmark indices Nifty50 and S&P BSE Sensex reached record highs during 2019-20 (up to January 16, 2020).
Economic Survey: IBC reduces resolution time to 340 days from 4.3 years
The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), which came into force in 2016, provides for market-linked and time-bound resolution of stressed assets
Economic Survey: Take a cue from China to create 40 million jobs by 2025
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Royal Enfield to stop selling 500cc bikes in India, exports to continue
Royal Enfield Classic, Bullet and Thunderbird 500cc motorcycles will be available for retail in India only till March 31
Pvt sector share in National Infra Pipeline to hit 30% by 2025: Eco Survey
Two-thirds of the pipeline is already firmed up; projects of certain states likely to be added to in due course
Economic Survey launches 'Health Score' to detect liquidity issues in NBFCs
A sudden payment default without any prior warning by Infrastructure Leasing and Financial Services (IL&FS) in August 2018 had triggered panic and caused liquidity crisis in the NBFC sector
Eco Survey sees growth at 6.5% in FY21, calls for easing of deficit target
For the current fiscal, it projected a GDP growth of 5 per cent, the lowest in 11 years, and worsening job prospects
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
Economic Survey 2020: Need to address rising food bill, revisit PDS rates
The food subsidy bill has increased from Rs 1,13,171.2 crore in 2014-15 to Rs 1,71,127.5 crore in 2018-19, it said adding that the reasons for widening of the food subsidy have been many
Economic Survey: 'Counter-cyclical fiscal policy' to boost demand justified
The Survey places primary blame for the slowdown on global factors, saying 'the deceleration of India's GDP growth since 2017 has tracked the decline in world output'
30 years later, Economic Survey lays down the ground for Liberalisation 2.0
Embracing capitalism in a new avatar
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
India must focus on network products to export like China: Economic Survey
Among the major Asian countries, India and Indonesia are the only ones with a trade deficit in such products
Mobvoi Ticpods Free review: Impressive, but not the perfect set of earbuds
They're aesthetically appealing, versatile and easy to use; the trouble is the sound output
Economic Survey backs Temasek-like model proposed for divestment
Survey recommends transferring stake of listed govt firms to a corporate entity
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
Economic Survey: Need to address challenges in farm sector to double income
The food processing sector is growing at an average annual growth rate of more than 5 per cent over the last six years ended 2017-18, it added
GDP growth neither over nor underestimated, data woes baseless: Eco Survey
The Economic Survey tabled in Parliament on Friday said the level and growth of a country's GDP informs several critical policy initiatives as it is a barometer of the economy's size and health
Economic Survey sources data from Wikipedia, other private entities
Wikipedia is a free online encyclopedia, created and edited by volunteers around the world and hosted by the Wikimedia Foundation
Govt must support pro-business policies to be a $5-trn economy: Eco Survey
The survey said the exponential rise in India's GDP and GDP per capita post liberalisation coincides with wealth generation in the stock market
Delhi polls: BJP releases manifesto, promises to invest Rs 10K cr in infra
The manifesto said if it forms the government, the party will give wheat flour to the poor at Rs 2 per kg.
Crystal gazing the budget announcements from Economic Survey
Here's what to expect in the budget on Saturday or by way of policy pronouncements subsequent to the budget
Revival in sight: Economic Survey pegs FY21 GDP growth at 6-6.5%
Fiscal targets may have to be relaxed for the current year
Economic Survey: Building blocks for 'wealth creation' and $5-trn economy
Here is a snapshot of some of the 'new ideas' for the economy that the Survey focuses on
Railway allows armed escorts in cargo trains to secure goods prone to theft
Armed escorts have been initially approved in the Eastern Railway zone and will be reviewed after a period of six months
Trade body at variance with ISMA over sugar production estimate
All India Sugar Trade Association sees sugar output falling to 27 million tonnes; This is higher than ISMA's estimate of 26 million tonnes for 2019-20
Rural students spend more in books, uniform, stationery than urban: Survey
Among those who were enrolled, drop-out rate was as high as 10 per cent at primary level, 17.5 per cent at upper primary/middle, and 19.8 per cent at secondary level, the survey added.
Brexit: European Union chiefs hail 'new dawn for Europe' as UK quits
Britain's 47-year membership of the bloc will end on the stroke of 2300 GMT -- midnight Brussels time, three and a half years after a shock referendum vote to leave
Fused entity to have enough cash to loan private players: PFC on REC merger
PFC and REC can separately lend up to 25 per cent of their net worth to a single borrower/ project, and lending to a group borrower could be 40 per cent, PFC informed the BSE
HUL reshuffles top management team
Narasimhan would replace Priya Nair, currently Executive Director - Home Care who moved as Executive Director - Beauty and Personal Care
Economic Survey links infrastructure with social reforms to boost growth
The Survey suggested interlinking electricity supply with health and education
Corporation tax cut to benefit 1% firms, SMEs paying lower tax: Eco Survey
With economic slowdown resulting in slippages in direct and indirect tax collections, the Survey said the next financial year is expected to pose challenges on the fiscal front
Foreign exchange reserves reach life-time high of $466.69 billion
In the previous week, the reserves had increased by USD 943 million to USD 462.16 billion
Uptick in retail prices in FY20 mainly on veggies, pulses: Survey
The Economic Survey 2019-20, presented in Parliament by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that inflation has been witnessing moderation since 2014, however, recently there has been an "uptick
Ease of doing business: How India moved up the ranks and the road ahead
Economic survey 2019-20: The new blueprint
ITC Q3 net profit rises 29% to Rs 4,047.87 cr; net sales up 5.71%
The company had posted a net profit of Rs 3,136.95 crore in the October-December quarter of the previous fiscal
SBI Q3 result: Lender logs 41% YoY rise in profit at Rs 5,583 cr; NPAs dip
During the quarter under review, the bank's credit book grew 6.79% YoY to Rs 23.01 trillion, up from Rs 21.55 trillion. The retail loans have jumped 17.49% YoY, while corporate loans slipped 0.48%
Amazon's Q4 revenue takes a 300 bps hit due to Diwali timing, Japanese tax
Firms says large part of impact was felt as Diwali season moved more into third quarter, boosting Q3 sales at the cost of Q4
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)
Privatised CPSEs reported better profit, sales after transition: Eco Survey
The survey, tabled in Parliament on Friday, examined the change in performance for each individual central public sector enterprises (CPSE)
Vedanta Q3 PBT at Rs 3,806 cr, up 9.4% on lower costs, exceptional gain
Sales down 10% to Rs 21,126 cr mainly due to lower commodity prices, muted volumes in zinc, oil & gas and copper
India forecasts faster economic growth, warns of fiscal challenge
The government estimates GDP will grow 5% this fiscal year, which ends on March 31. That would be the slowest growth since the global financial crisis of 2008-09
Crisis-hit Thyssenkrupp mulls sale of elevators units worth 15 billion euro
According to the Financial Times, Thyssenkrupp has attracted at least four bids for its crown jewel, including from Finnish lift maker Kone
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
Companies' Sensex tenure pared by 80% post liberalisation: Economic Survey
Higher dynamism has helped the emergence of new firms which have challenged the old order, survey notes
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
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
Govt should lean on growth instead of focusing on fiscal deficit: CEA
It is time to focus on growth and, therefore, cutting expenditure is not an option, probably because at a time like this, growth needs to be taken care of, he added
Economic survey: Slowdown bottomed out, uptick from here onwards, says CEA
The Economic Survey 2019-20, prepared by a team lead by Subramanian, has projected the GDP to expand in the range of 6-6.5 per cent during 2020-21
Stubble burning, construction waste still a major concern: Economic Survey
About 178 million tonnes of surplus crop residues are available in the country. Burning of these residues leads to rise in pollutant levels and deterioration of air quality
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.
Pace of road construction less than half that of 2018-19: Economic Survey
Per-day construction drops from 29.7 km in FY19 to 12.7 km in first six months of current fiscal
Marico slips 6%, hits 52-week low on disappointing December quarter results
In Q3FY20, consolidated revenue from operations declined 2 per cent YoY at Rs 1,824 crore.
Economic Survey: New firm creation higher in services sector than mfg, agri
The survey also said that there is a need to invest in ramping up India's statistical infrastructure. It also said that India has made impressive improvements in several social development indicators
Notable turnaround in mineral production due to policy reforms: Survey
The production of major minerals during 2018-19 has recorded a growth of 25 per cent over previous year in terms of value, it said
Space sector can hit $50 bn by 2024, needs policy support: Antrix-PwC study
Calls for unhindered access to capital for start-ups, govt support in the form of buyback arrangements or schemes to incentivise investors
President Kovind makes pitch for swadeshi to build 'a better tomorrow'
Protests in parliament against CAA, NRC mar his address
Greece still records highest youth unemployment in Europe
Greek City Times Article
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.
The NYC Restaurants Ordered Closed Jan 24 - Jan 31
NEW YORK — Filth flies, roaches, mice and unwashed hands — restaurants across the city have dirty secrets they’d rather you didn't know about. Fortunately for the diner’s well-being, New York City’s Health Department is watching.
Louis Vuitton Is Opening a Japanese Restaurant Inside This Store
The menu will be curated by renowned chef Yosuke Suga.
Daily Deal: 64% off Razer DeathAdder Elite Gaming Mouse
Razer is known for producing high-end gaming gear. This includes their gaming mouse: the DeathAdder Elite. This gaming mouse is the #1 selling product in its class in the US. The reason for selling so
Galaxy S10 Lite and Note 10 Lite prices, availability for Malaysia confirmed
Pricing and availability details for the Galaxy S10 Lite and Galaxy Note 10 Lite in Malaysia have now been confirmed ahead of an imminent release. The Galaxy S10 Lite and Note 10 Lite will cost RM 2,6
The Esports Club partners with Ahmedabad’s first-ever Comic Con to create exclusive gaming experience zone
Ahmedabad Comic Con will feature an exclusive gaming zone in partnership with The Esports Club (TEC).
NXT Superstar shows off his remarkable transformation with message to 'past self'
This NXT star knows he's done a fantastic job of reinventing himself during his career...
[Deal] Save up to 36% on these discounted Anker accessories
Whether it's keeping your smartphone charged up, listening to the SuperBowl, or chilling while a robot vacuum cleans the floor for you, Anker has something
Can Alyx pull VR out of its niche? | Opinion
Half-Life: Alyx is driving headset sales before it's even released -- but it's going to take a lot more to make VR into a viable market for AAA games
UK trade bodies respond to points-based immigration proposal
UKIE suggests "little impact" on games industry, while TIGA welcomes attention given to creative and STEM sectors
Epic Games backs GamesIndustry.biz Academy
Unreal Engine firm to contribute guides to our new section
Nintendo president confirms no Switch Pro in 2020
Platform holder will not release a new model this year in order to further grow Switch and Switch Lite
Seven steps to improving your company culture
Avoid the perils of a toxic culture by building one on passion, creativity and empowerment
Can a solo indie developer use ray tracing in their game?
Zeng Xiancheng on why the realistic lighting technique is not solely the realm of AAA developers
Barclays introduces video games tax relief loans
Developers able to claim 90% of their tax credit before it is fully processed
Ford Bronco Renderings Highlight The New SUV In 4 Colors
The Ford Bronco is on the way, and these renderings show how some vibrant colors might make the new SUV look.
BMW iNext Could Have Smart Windows That Automatically Dim
A new rumor suggests the BMW iNext could feature smart windows that automatically dim to help moderate the interior’s temperature.
2020 Corvette Has Popular Option Removed From Configurator
The 2020 Chevrolet Corvette begins production soon, but the company has to adjust the availability of an option.
Android 10 is coming to Galaxy Fold sooner than you think
Samsung’s first foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Fold didn’t receive great response from the users, in fact, most of the users hold the view that Samsung’s foldable smartphone failed to live up to the expectations as it had many issues and, therefore, is not worth the $2,000 price tag. Whatever the case may be, what’s important …
Microsoft is shutting down Microsoft Ad Monetization platform for UWP apps
Microsoft has long been said to have written off their UWP app platform, with advocates often denying the obvious. Today’s news that Microsoft is shutting down the Microsoft Ad Monetization platform for Windows UWP apps in 5 months may, however, convince more. On MSDN Microsoft announced that they are shutting down the Microsoft Ad Monetization …
Official Microsoft site claims 1 billion Windows 10 users
2 years later than predicted, Microsoft may have finally reached its goal of 1 billion Windows 10 users. The number was claimed on an official Microsoft site offering free wallpaper for loyal users. The site is in Italian and auto-translated, which explains the strange layout, but can be seen in the original Italian here. Microsoft …
Review: Journey To The Savage Planet is one small step for man, one fun leap for mankind.
Journey To The Savage Planet is a short but sweet and fun romp across a shallow pond, not to be taken seriously but to be enjoyed without thinking about it.
Excel is being used as fresh bait for phishers- here’s how.
Evil Corp has found a new way to phish their victims- using Microsoft Excel documents. The cybercrime group, also known as TA505 and SectorJo4, are financially motivated cybercriminals. They’re renowned for targeting retail companies and financial institutions with large-sized malicious spam campaigns, using Necurs botnet; but now, they’ve adopted a new technique. In their latest …
European Union passes resolution to force common charger for smartphones
Recently we reported that Apple may be forced to ship iPhones with USB-C port in the European Union. As we expected, EU parliament this week voted 582-40 in favor of a resolution to urge action by the European Commission on a common charging solution for smartphones. The parliament has asked the Commission to ensure that …
Microsoft announces Xbox Bounty Program with bounty awards up to $20,000
Microsoft yesterday introduced the new Xbox Bounty Program. As part of this program, gamers, security researchers, and others can identify security vulnerabilities in the Xbox Live network and services and get bounty from the Xbox team. Depending on the severity and impact of the vulnerability and the quality of the submission, you can earn up …
I Found a Blazer That Is Machine Washable and Looks Like It Should Be 10x the Price
A blazer is a piece of clothing that makes me feel put-together and powerful, like I can take on the world, so I'm always stocking my closet with the wardrobe
The LOC Method Is One of the Best Ways to Moisturize Your Hair — Here's What It Is
The LOC method is a popular moisturizing technique in the natural hair community. Here's what it means.
The Best Pre-Packaged Anti-Inflammatory Snacks, According to a Dietitian
Take the intimidation out of following an anti-inflammatory diet and check out these dietitian-approved pre-packaged anti-inflammatory snacks.
See You Tomorrow, Nordstrom's Groundbreaking Resale Initiative, Is Going to Change Your Life
See You Tomorrow is a massive investment in a more sustainable shopping experience from Nordstrom.
I Tried On Almost Everything at Banana Republic, and These Are the 19 Items I'd Buy
I walked into Banana Republic to pick up one thing — it was supposed to be a quick trip, I swear! But, my shopping editor senses went off as soon as I
Bitcoin Is Up 32% This Month – On Track for $152,000 Year-End?
As Jan 2020 ends, bitcoin is up 32% this month. As one analyst points out, if this continues every month, BTC will reach $152,000 by Dec.
Crypto Tax in 2020: A Comprehensive Guide
Paying crypto taxes is becoming increasingly difficult in 2020, as government tax authorities around the world continue to change their minds on how
Bank of Lithuania Looks into Central Bank Digital Currency
Bank of Lithuania may be the next entity to look into Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), after multiple banks worldwide have expressed interest. All
Ethereum Event Attracts Global Energy Giant Sponsor, ETH Prices Up 7%
A large Ethereum gathering in the US next month is attracting some big named sponsors as BP adds its name to the list.
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
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
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 …
Nubia executive teases smartphone with 80W fast charging capabilities
Earlier today (31st January 2020), Ni Fei, the CEO and Co-Founder of Nubia, shared a post on Weibo, a Chinese microblogging website, to tease an upcoming 5G smartphone with an impressive 80W fast charging capabilities. In the Weibo post, Ni Fei shared an image as well which contained certain details and statistics regarding a smartphone …
Huawei 5G role being capped in the UK will cost £500 million: British Telecom
BT (British Telecom) has stated that Britain’s decision to limit Huawei‘s involvement in building 5G infrastructure would have increased the cost of its gigabit-communications plan by about 500 million pounds over five years. British Telecom is the largest mobile broadband network provider and its Chief Executive, Philip Jansen, said he welcomed the use of vendors …
Google opens its first Developers Space in Africa
Tech giant Google has officially opened the doors of its first Google Developer Space that would be set up in Africa. The tech hub was unveiled in Nigeria and is in line with the tech giant’s vision to grow Africa’s tech space. The company had made a commitment in 2017 to start the Launchpad Accelerator …
China's yuan finds its feet after vote of confidence by WHO on coronavirus
The World Health Organisation said late on Thursday that the coronavirus outbreak was a global emergency, but opposed travel ...
Kenya travel agents urge public to postpone non-essential travel to China
The Kenya Association of Travel Agents urged travellers to put off non-essential travel to parts of China in the face of the deadly coronavirus.
Botswana registers first case of 'suspected' Coronavirus
Botswana registered its first "suspected" case of the coronavirus on Thursday, the government said
ANC's Supra Mahumapelo insists Public Protector will not be removed
Senior ANC leader Supra Mahumapelo has warned that Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane will not be removed from her position.
SA wine industry promotes sober drinking habits through new code
The South African wine industry on Friday announced that it has joined other liquor industries in introducing a new code ...
Using pension funds to boost Eskom is our red line, says Solidarity
Trade union Solidarity said it was mandated to protect worker's pension money and it would "strongly oppose" any attempts ...
Ramaphosa appoints Kholeka Gcaleka as new Deputy Public Protector
President Cyril Ramaphosa has officially appointed advocate Kholeka Gcaleka as the new Deputy Public Protector.
Pasteurized Camembert? French Cheesemakers Vote ‘Non’
A battle over the future of camembert, one of France's most emblematic cheeses, came to a head Friday after producers voted against allowing pasteurized versions of the venerable raw-milk pucks.
Tax Political Donations
Here’s a fair way to reduce our obscene $1 trillion federal deficit: Tax political donations. Not that our spineless, money-grubbing Congress would ever do it. They know who their masters are — and it ain’t the folks who elected them.
Release Contaminated Fukushima Water Into Sea: Japan Panel
Radioactive water from the stricken nuclear plant in Fukushima should be released into the ocean or vaporized into the air, an expert panel advised the Japanese government on Friday.
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.
Take Your Love For Dosa To Another Level By Making This Healthy Palak Dosa
This dosa made with palak is a nutritious, health-giving meal that you can have for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
‘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’.
Asian investors eye low-cost housing - VietNamNet
JLL estimates that hundreds of millions of dollars from Japan, South Korea, Singapore and China are waiting to be funneled into Vietnam’s real estate market.
Super Bowl LVI: A Look at the Fake Merch and Fake News that Comes With the Big Game
Each year, as sports fans and consumer brands ready for the Super Bowl, the U.S. government teams up with the National Football League (“NFL”) for a collaboration of its own. Known as Operation Team Player, the parties’ initiative focuses exclusively on a category of goods that are readily targeted
Hillary Tweets ‘No One Is Above the Law’ Then Refuses To Accept Lawsuit Against Her
Uses secret service agents to deny process server
Warren pledges ‘young trans person’ will pick her Secretary of Education
“Never let an opportunity to pander go by.”
Global Run On Virus Masks Leaves US & Europe With No Supply
Global panic growing as virus spreads
‘We’re Off!’: Brexit Party Leaves EU for Last Time, Carrying Union Jack ‘Home’
“We believe that Britain can now go forward into a future, rejoicing.
W.H.O. Demands ‘Gratitude And Respect’ For Chinese Dictator’s Coronavirus Response
Bizarre comments from Director-General as it becomes clear Communists have lied about scale of global pandemic
Boeing Credit Rating Slashed Amid Plane Maker’s Ongoing 737 MAX Fiasco
Moody's warns Boeing also remains
The True Number Of Coronavirus Victims Is Far Larger Than You Are Being Told
It is becoming exceedingly clear that the number of confirmed cases is also much lower than it should be
Five of the Best: Console startup screens
PRO-GEAR SPEC.
The Double-A Team: Worms 2 ruled on campus
Prod rock.
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order beat EA expectations by selling 8m copies
Cashyyyk.
For Better or Worse, Trump Will Get His Favorite Things on Super Bowl Sunday
His pregame interview with Sean Hannity offers unfettered airtime in front of a huge national audience.
For Better or Worse, Trump Will Get His Favorite Things on Super Bowl Sunday
His pregame interview with Sean Hannity offers unfettered airtime in front of a huge national audience.
Millennials Aren’t Spending All Their Money on Avocado Toast, Actually
They are burdened by student loans, but new data shows they have saved more for retirement than Gen Xers did at the same age.
Does It Matter Who the Democrats Choose?
In terms of actual policy, probably not very much.
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 We Lose by Hiring Someone to Pick Up Our Avocados for Us
Will the proliferation of mobile ordering destroy civic life?
Teens Find a Big Loophole in the New Flavored Vaping Ban
The policy allows mint, dessert and fruit flavors to continue to be sold in disposable e-cigarettes, prompting many teens to switch from Juul to those devices.
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
NCG joins Northern Powerhouse Partner Programme
'Realising the potential of the North through investment in skills is a huge opportunity – and NCG will lead the way'
What transfer deadline day deals are Sunderland aiming to complete?
Sunderland have already seen one player depart on deadline day, but what other deals could happen today
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
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
Northumberland's apprentices aren’t making tea, they’re making history
As part of National Apprenticeship Week, Northumberland County Council is highlighting the value of apprenticeships
Pressure mounts to ban 'dangerous' US preacher who called being gay 'an abomination' from Newcastle
American evangelical preacher Franklin Graham is set to speak at the Utilita Arena as part of a tour of the UK to address "falling morality" in the country
The reasons why Newcastle United try to sign Boubakary Soumare in the January transfer window
The Magpies reportedly agreed a near club-record fee for Boubakary Soumare earlier in the window
Marc McNulty is wanted by Hibernian manager Jack Ross - but it is not straightforward
Ex-Sunderland manager Jack Ross has confirmed that he wants to sign Marc McNulty, who is currently on loan with the Black Cats
Sunderland sign Declan John from Swansea City on transfer deadline day
Sunderland have completed the loan signing of Swansea City defender Declan John, who becomes their first deadline day addition
‘Hitches have arisen’ in Wigan starlet’s surprise move – Two clubs squabbling over ‘payment methods’
Perhaps one of the more surprising transfers being talked about on Friday, Antonee Robinson’s move from Wigan to Milan seemed to be going smoothly until late on Friday. Arriving in Italy to undergo his medical ahead of the loan move with an option to buy, the 22-year-old is meant to be the replacement for Ricardo
Manchester City player on verge of move to Bundesliga – Talks very advanced
Manchester City signed Angelino back from PSV in the summer transfer window. The Premier League champions had a buyback option, and given Angelino had been doing well for the Dutch club, it made some sense for them to use that. La Liga clubs had started to take notice of the fullback, and City therefore had
Rangers offer for midfielder turned down – Clubs couldn’t find agreement to help Steven Gerrard
Rangers have failed in their attempt to sign Portuguese midfielder Miguel Luís, according to reports on Friday. As reported by O Jogo, the Scottish side tried to sign the player from Sporting on a loan deal, but the offer was turned down by the Lions. It’s said Rangers ‘couldn’t convince’ the Lisbon club to go
Player completes medical at Sheffield United – Should be officially presented soon
Panagiotis Retsos has completed his medical at Sheffield United ahead of signing a loan deal at the club. Chris Wilder’s side have been busy in this transfer window, moving quickly to boost their squad as they look to build on an impressive first season back in the Premier League. Having already completed deals for the
From Spain: Barcelona didn’t want to fight Man City for Brazilian
Barcelona are set to announce the signing of Matheus Fernandes. The midfielder is moving from Brazilian side Palmeiras, and should be immediately loaned out to Real Valladolid. It’s Catalan outlet Sport who analyses the move today, and they also have something to say about the club’s interest in Brazilian fullback Yan Couto. The player is
Late €21m bid Barcelona bid for striker rejected – They’ve now abandoned hunt for Suárez replacement
Barcelona made a late bid for Real Sociedad’s Willian José before abandoning their search for a new striker. The Spanish giants have been hunting for a new forward this month after Luis Suárez was ruled out with an injury. They have been linked to several around Europe as a result, although the club’s financial situation
Newcastle United and Aston Villa still with chance of signing striker – He’s up for the move
There’s a reasonable chance Davie Selke will change clubs today, with the Hertha Berlin player being edged out of the picture where he is. The Bundesliga side have signed Krzysztof Piątek, who was linked with several Premier League clubs, from AC Milan, so Selke’s opportunities are now going to be more limited. Thursday saw the Hertha player
Probability of Brighton signing striker is ‘very weak’ – Player ‘doesn’t urgently want to leave’
Despite insistence from members of the English media that Serhou Guirassy was on his way to Brighton & Hove Albion, the stance from France is quite different. The 23-year-old is said to have received a number of offers from England over the past few days, including one from Aston Villa on a loan with a
Lincoln will build their first electric vehicle with Rivian
Lincoln announces new pure-electric vehicle coming soon, to be developed with Rivian
Child seat law to be implemented soon, kids below 12yo can't sit in front
DOTr completes IRR for new child seat safety law, to implement soon
$520 Baby Yoda Figure Is An Exercise In Abject Terror
Yeah, he’s cute on the screen, but in the flesh? With those enormous dead eyes and wistful stare? Anyone who buys this “life-size” recreation of Baby Yoda is in for nothing but nightmares....
Wasteland Remastered Looks Wild
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Top Streamers Are Leaving Twitch Amidst Big Money And Shady Deals
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Kogan's Back With Their NBN 100 Unlimited Bargains
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Luigi's Mansion 3 Developers Explain Why Their DLC Is Multiplayer
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As Jedi: Fallen Order Nears 10 Million Sales, EA Warms To More Single-Player Star Wars Games
There's absolutely no doubt about it now: Jedi: Fallen Order has been a huge success for EA. And not only has Jedi Fallen Order now done as well as some of EA's live service titles, the company has told investors that they'll continue looking at more single-player experiences in the Star Wars universe to service the...
Sega Europe Ditches Plastic Game Boxes On PC, Everyone Else Should Follow
After what I guess was a trial run with Football Manager last year, Sega Europe has made the decision to make all the boxes for its PC releases cardboard. They’ll be made from 100% recycled materials, and will in turn be 100% recyclable themselves....
Key takeaways from Economic Survey 2020
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday tabled economic survey projecting the country’s economic growth at 6-6.5% for the next fiscal year starting April 1.
Govt plans to sell 15% take in HAL via offer for sale
The government is planning to sell 15 per cent stake in Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) through an offer for sale, which could fetch about Rs 4,000 crore to the exchequer.
'Budget 2020 must focus on Digital India, Nasscom, IT'
Dr Amit Nagpal, President, Bloggers Alliance The first priority of Budget 2020 should be Digital India.
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.
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
Govt to spend Rs 25 lakh cr to boost rural economy; over Rs 43K cr disbursed under PM-KISAN scheme
The government has provided over Rs 43,000 crore to more than 8 crore farmers under the PM-KISAN scheme and will spend Rs 25 lakh crore in coming years to boost the rural economy, President Ram Nath Kovind said on Friday.
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.
Startup India sees growth; Maha, Karnataka lead the race
The startup ecosystem in the country has seen an uptick in growth in the past few years, with a push from the Startup India initiative launched in August 2015. The Economic Survey said that startups
For start-up ecosystem to flourish, liquidity is the need of the hour
Tanuj Choudhry, Chief Business Officer, HomeLane India’s economic growth has been sluggish over the last few years and the impact has been concerning.
Scientists engineer bacteria to protect bees against pests and virus infections
Researchers have engineered new strains of bacteria to protect honey bees from a deadly trend known as the colony collapse disorder -- a global phenomenon in which a majority of worker bees in a colony disappear, leaving behind a queen, plenty of food, and a few nurse bees.
Economic Survey's Thalinomics suggests meal more affordable for common man
The survey states that across India and also the four regions -- North, South, East and West -- it is found that the absolute prices of a vegetarian thali have decreased significantly since 2015-16 though the price has increased in 2019.
Privatised CPSEs reported better profit, sales after transition: Economic Survey
Most privatised CPSE witnessed improvement in net worth, profit, gross revenue and sales growth after the transition, the Economic Survey has said.
Pro-business policy critical to achieve $5 trillion economy, says Economic Survey
The Economic Survey 2019-20 says India’s aspiration to become a $5 trillion economy depends critically on promoting “pro-business” policy that unleashes the power of competitive markets to generate
WHO declares global virus emergency as death toll hits 213
The United States told its citizens not to travel to China in the first major response to the World Health Organization's declaration of a global emergency over the spreading coronavirus, as Chinese authorities Friday increased the toll to 213 dead and nearly 10,000 infections.
Budget 2020: Allow tax exemption on health insurance premium
Animesh Das Head of Product Strategy - ACKO General Insurance It would be a welcome move, if the government will remove the current limits and allow tax exemption on actual/full health insurance premium paid by the taxpayer.
Economic Survey 2020 to give roadmap for $5 tn economy
Coming at a time when India's nominal economic growth, not adjusted for inflation, has been the worst in 42 years, the Economic Survey, to be presented in parliament by around 12.30 pm, is hugely
Thalinomics suggests meal more affordable for common man
The survey states that across India and also the four regions -- North, South, East and West -- it is found that the absolute prices of a vegetarian thali have decreased significantly since 2015-16 though the price has increased in 2019.
Britain leaves the EU - then what?
Britain leaves the European Union on Friday, ending more than four decades of economic, political and legal integration with its closest neighbours.
Budget 2020: The inclusive growth of the country
Sunil Khosla Head Digital Business, India Transact Services Limited "Considering the current ecosystem in the country, the annual financial budget 2020 is much awaited and expected to relieve most of the financial segments."
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.”
BSY meets Shah, says talks on Cabinet expansion today
Talks between Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa and former BJP national president and Home Minister Amit Shah to finalise the Cabinet expansion will be held on Friday morning. The chief minister, who
The real estate industry hopes for favorable financial decisions in budget 2020
Ashish Sarin, CEO, AlphaCorp Considering the role of the sector in economy, there is intense speculation and simultaneous optimism that the government would announce some growth measures for the segment.
Chakli on wheels to give Arya Vysyas a lift
The Karnataka Arya-Vysya Community Development Corporation has proposed a new self-employment scheme under which affordable loans of Rs 5-10 lakh will be given to members of the community wishing to start snacks-on-wheels business.
Arvind Krishna elected IBM CEO
Indian-origin technology executive Arvind Krishna has been elected Chief Executive Officer of American IT giant IBM after a "world-class succession process", succeeding Virginia Rometty, who described him as the “right CEO for the next era at IBM” and “well-positioned" to lead the company into the cloud and cognitive era.
Union Budget 2020: 5 movies to get you in the mood for the big day
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is gearing up to present the Union Budget 2020 on Saturday (February 1, 2020). The government is expected to roll out schemes aimed at infusing new life into
Consequential train accidents decreased in 2018-19: Economic Survey
Stating that steps are being taken on a regular basis to prevent rail accidents, the Economic Survey on Friday said consequential train accidents registered a decline in 2018-19.
What could change in this year’s budget?
Each year the Union Budget is watched keenly and the salaried middle class hope for relief from income tax. Furquan Moharkan takes a look at five things that Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman could change in this year’s budget.
Economic Survey 2020 calls for better efficiency at public sector banks
For FY19, PSBs had made a collective loss of Rs 66,000.
Pre Budget Expectations by HDFC Securities
HDFC Securities The Govt needs to give a serious push to improve the business environment.
GDP growth expected to strongly rebound to 6-6.5% in FY21: Economic Survey
India's economic growth is expected to "strongly rebound" to 6-6.5 per cent in 2020-21 from 5 per cent estimated in the current fiscal, the Economic Survey said on Friday, adding that the government with a strong mandate has the capacity to expedite reforms.
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.
Delhi polls: BJP promises wheat flour at Rs 2 per kg, clean drinking water to every households
The BJP on Friday released 'Delhi Sankalp Patra', its manifesto for Delhi Assembly polls, promising good quality wheat flour at Rs 2 per kg for the poor and supply of clean drinking water to every
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
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.
1g salt and 0.2g turmeric: Economic Survey 2020's Thalinomics for adult male engaged in heavy work
The Thalinomics is a novel addition to the Economic Survey 2020, which has calculated the affordability of a one-plate meal in relation to "an adult male engaged in heavy work". "We have taken the
Economic slowdown bottomed out, uptick from here onwards: CEA K V Subramanian after Economic Survey
Chief Economic Adviser K V Subramanian on Friday said India's GDP is expected to grow at 6-6.5 per cent next fiscal as the economic slowdown has bottomed out.
Watching TV in South Africa in 2020 just got a whole lot more complicated
South African TV critic Thinus Ferreira takes a closer look at SA's streaming wars and how viewers' appetite for choice might cost them a lot more than they thought.
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.
The Marrakech Beat Hotel Festival Brings Art, Music, Food and History Together
Step back in time with a trip to Morocco.
Garrett Martin's 10 Best Videogames of 2019
These games? These games are the good ones.
Rand Paul Just Outed a Whistleblower Because He Got Mad At John Roberts
#ArrestRandPaul is now trending.
Zombies Overrun a Town in This Exclusive Excerpt from Deathless Divide
Justina Ireland's sequel to 'Dread Nation' finds Jane and her companions on a journey across a divided America.
Record Time: New & Notable Vinyl Releases (January 2020)
Record Time is Paste’s monthly column that takes a glimpse into the wide array of new vinyl releases that are currently flooding record stores around the world. Rather than run down every fresh bit of wax in the marketplace, we’ll home in on special editions, reissues and unusual titles that come across our desk with an interest in discussing both the music and how it is pressed and presented. This month that includes a classic soundtrack, a jazz wonder, and a heartbreaking live performance by the late Daniel Johnston.
Elon Musk Drops Confounding New EDM Single, “Don’t Doubt ur Vibe”
This would seem like a Grimes ripoff if it displayed any sort of musical innovation.
The Good Place Finale Exits with Dignity, Teaching Us to Let Go with Grace
Tearjerking and endlessly heartfelt, it was just as beautiful a goodbye as we would expect from The Good Place.
Column: Worried about the picture freezing during the Super Bowl? WUTV says it won't happen
During this NFL season, Spectrum cable subscribers saw their pictures freeze or go to black during some key moments of NFL games.
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
OLED TVs could replace LG's mid-range LCD televisions entirely
LG Display is shutting down domestic LCD production, as sales of OLED TVs help to compensate for company losses.
The cheapest AirPod prices, sales, and deals in February 2020
The Apple AirPods have an MSRP of $159/£159/AU$249. Let's see if we can find a better price for you today though.
Nvidia GeForce Now could be priced to smash Google Stadia
There’s a lot of competition in the cloud gaming field, so Nvidia is apparently going for the throat on pricing.
The best games of 2019 are now reduced in fantastic cheap PS4, Xbox One, and PC game deals
Pick up some of the best game of 2019 for less this week with fantastic Xbox One, PS4 and PC game deals
The all-new 10.2-inch iPad hits lowest price ever at Amazon
Amazon has the all-new 10.2-inch Apple iPad on sale and down to its lowest price ever.
PS5 and Xbox Series X games from EA will 'blow your minds'… says EA
What could EA be cooking up? Other than FIFA, of course...
The best LG G6 deals in February 2020
A brilliant Android mobile for a reasonable price - check out the cheapest tariffs on LG G6 deals from £17.99 per month.
The best BlackBerry KEYone deals and prices in February 2020
The BlackBerry KEYone marks a long awaited return to form - we'll help you find the cheapest prices and deals around.
Collaboration tools are more popular than ever, but they have an insidious side
Are collaboration tools having a positive or negative impact on the way we work?
Apple Maps gets major visual overhaul in fight against Google Maps
Apple Maps is getting a major update to show a lot more visual information, with some accuracy upgrades too.
The best cheap Amazon Echo prices, deals and sales for Alexa in February 2020
Amazon Echo deals for the smart speaker range are never far away. We're here to make sure you don't overpay for an Alexa speaker.
Canon vs Nikon: which camera should you buy?
We analyse what's on offer and what's best from the current Canon and Nikon DSLR and mirrorless camera ranges.
The best Vodafone deals in February 2020
Vodafone deals at the best price points around. Compare the UK's best plans, offers and contracts.
Weekend Surface Pro deals can save you $200 on Pro X and Pro 7 laptops
These brand new Surface Pro X deals are offering $200 off the latest Microsoft tablet, with extra savings on Surface Pro 7 to boot.
The best HTC U11 deals in February 2020
Find and compare the best deals on HTC's brand new U11 flagship smartphone. We'll help you find the cheapest price on the HTC U11.
The best Samsung Galaxy Note 8 deals in February 2020
You've come to the right place to find all of the best Samsung Galaxy Note 8 deals.
Xbox One bundle deals offer Black Friday prices with discounts across all models
Pick up a cheap Xbox One S or X from just $149 this week as Walmart and Amazon return to Black Friday prices.
The best Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge deals in February 2020
Pickings are becoming slim if you're looking for deals on this superb Samsung smartphone.
Huawei phone sales beat Apple in 2019
Chinese firm topples iPhone maker but Samsung still leads the way.
This long-lost Star Wars TV show clip looks more like Bladerunner
Before The Mandalorian, there was this impressive-looking cyberpunk series.
"How Will He Score Runs": Virender Sehwag Slams Team Management For Dropping Rishabh Pant
Virender Sehwag said the communication needs to be clear within the team management when a player is dropped after being touted as the next big thing.
Beyond Brexit: Fishing, farming and science set for biggest shake-up in 70 years
It was hard to find a more pro-remain sector of the UK economy than Britain's scientific research sector. Science is, and always has been an international enterprise dependent on the free movement of people and just as importantly research funds. And most of the money, and people, come from the EU. The government's announcement this week for a fast-track visa system for "top talent" in research has allayed some of the scientists' fears.
Beyond Brexit: What will change after the UK leaves the European Union?
ITV News' experts and special correspondents have been thinking about how the landscape could change in their respective fields post-Brexit. From the difficulties of securing a "deep and meaningful" trade deal to potential staffing shortages in the NHS, life outside the Brussels club will present many challenges.
Nike Alpha Fly: Other banned sport goods as World Athletics rules on hi-tech trainers
World Athletics has issued new legislation on hi-tech running trainers, after it came under pressure to clamp-down on "technological doping". The Nike Vaporfly trainers, which have become popular with long-distance and marathon runners, have come under heavy criticism from critics. They claim the technology used equates to "technological doping", while Nike says the shoes improves running economy by four per cent. The thick sole with a carbon fibre wedged in the middle gives runners extra cushioning and improves energy return.
From passports to driving to mobile phone roaming: What will change now that the UK had left the European Union?
The United Kingdom left the European Union at 2300 on Friday January 31 - 'Brexit Day'. It marked the end of more than four decades of partnership, and the start of an 11 month-long transition period which will see a new deal thrashed out. Much is set to change once that transition period comes to a close at the end of December 2020 - but what about between now and then?
World Athletics Council ban Nike Alpha Fly trainers worn in sub-two-hour marathon
The international body that governs track and field has announced it has "amended its rules" on what shoes athletes can wear in competitions. The changes made by World Athletics Council mean the Nike next-generation Alpha Fly trainer will be banned - the shoe Eliud Kipchoge ran a sub-two-hour marathon in Vienna in October 2019. As a part of the amended rules, shoes must have been available on the open retail market for at least four months before they can be used in competition. On their website, Nike says Kipchoge "tested" a number of "prototype" trainers in competitions suggesting the shoes were not available on the wider market. Nike has been approached for comment.
Beyond Brexit: TV, film, music and theatre face a year of uncertainty
In this transition period, taking us until the end of December 2020, freedom of movement ie the movement of talent, personnel, artists etc can continue. Organisations like Creative Europe, founded by the union to encourage investment in the creative industries across the continent - its funding helped pay for the Oscar-winning film The King’s Speech - are still open for business for those seeking funding for their projects. There are plenty of big beasts in residence in the UK - Netflix, Disney, Warner Bros, Comcast (the new owner of Sky) - all strong enough to take any adverse movements in the value of the pound, the smaller independents may well be viewing their own future further down the line with a little more trepidation.
Lebanese bonds tumble as uncertainty increases
"Lebanese debt is currently trading at a large discount and investors have already priced in a restructuring," Saeb El Zein, a financial markets expert told Annahar.
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.”
How Idexx Laboratories Beat Expectations in Q4
The animal health company boosted its full-year 2020 earnings guidance, too.
Amazon Crushes Earnings, and Here's the Most Impressive Part
Amazon’s retail sales took flight even in soft consumer spending environment.
Trump's 6 Words Have Social Security Beneficiaries Terrified
Will the Trump administration cut Social Security spending?
53% of Older Americans Make This Miscalculation That Could Destroy Their Retirement
It's a dangerous misstep for a lot of reasons.
Tesla Management Talks Cybertruck, Model Y, Coronavirus, and More
Don't miss these must-read quotes from the electric-car company's fourth-quarter earnings call.
Uber Stock: A 2020 Survival Guide
The leading ridesharing service is revving up this year after a dud rookie season. Let's see what needs to happen for things to stay that way.
Altria's Profit Just Got Vaporized
Controversy surrounding the e-cigarette industry is costing the tobacco giant billions of dollars.
3 Warren Buffett Picks That Most Investors Missed
Even many Buffett followers haven't picked up on some of these winners. Did you?
Tractor Supply's Shopper Trends Turn Negative
The retailer blamed unusually warm winter weather for a sharp growth slowdown over the holiday season.
The Tax Break the IRS Is Begging You to Take
Millions of taxpayers are eligible but choose not to claim the thousands of dollars this tax credit offers.
This Industrial Giant Is Giving Up and That's a Good Thing
After years of trying to turn things around, it's finally time to say goodbye to a struggling sector.
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.
Can Apple's Wearables Segment Continue Its Incredible Growth?
Buyers are snapping up AirPods Pro as fast as Apple can produce them, and the AppleWatch shows solid growth and great potential.
85% of Older Adults Are Setting Themselves Up to Fail in Retirement
Retirement could be a challenging time for the majority of older Americans -- but it is possible to change course.
These 3 Stocks Are Too Cheap to Pass Up
Who's looking for a deal?
Verizon's Adding Subscribers, but Not Profits
Verizon's pricing and promotions are weighing on the bottom line.
Lockheed Martin Can Keep Flying Higher in 2020
The defense titan has had a great five-year run, but its year-end earnings results and forecast suggest there is potential for further growth.
Unclaimed dividends increase from N103b to N130b in 2019, returns to public companies ─SEC
Registrars of public companies in Nigeria have returned all unclaimed dividends, which have been in their custody for 15 months and SEC
Donald Cerrone responds to ‘stupid’ allegations suggesting he took a dive versus Conor McGregor at UFC 246
Donald Cerrone is not happy with being accused that he lost on purpose at UFC 246.
The Witcher Animated Film is Going to Be Focusing on Vesemir
With the recent announcement of an upcoming feature-length Witcher animated film, Netflix has confirmed that Vesemir will be the main focus.
Microsoft Offers $20,000 Bug Bounty for Xbox Live
Microsoft has just launched a brand new bug bounty offering $20,000 to people who can find major security flaws in Xbox Live.
Untitled Goose Fan Game Creates Chaos On Your Desktop
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DRAM Calculator for Ryzen Launches v1.7.0
The latest version of "DRAM Calculator for Ryzen" (version 1.7.0) has just been launched and is available to download now!
Farming Simulator 19 is Free on the Epic Games Store
Farming Simulator 19 is the latest game to be offered for free on the Epic Games Store. Will you be grabbing your copy for the weekend?
AMD to Launch its Latest “Raise The Game” Bundle Promotion
AMD is set to officially launch its latest “Raise The Game” promotion offering games bundles with any qualifying graphics card.
Paradigm Chairman Sam Gores Denies Report of Possible Sale to CAA
"We are not for sale, nor are we selling the agency," Gores says in email to employees
Joyce Sevilla, Entertainment and Nightlife Publicist, Dies at 47
Sevilla was found dead in her West Hollywood home
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
Church of England apologizes for saying only married heterosexuals should have sex
Top archbishops in the Church of England have apologized for guidance issued by the church last week that said only married heterosexuals should have sex while same-sex or heterosexual Christians in civil partnerships should remain abstinent.
U.S. commerce secretary says coronavirus will help bring jobs to North America
U.S. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said Thursday he believed the coronavirus outbreak that has left millions under lockdown in China will help return jobs to the U.S. and Mexico.
Eurozone economy records worst year since 2013
The eurozone economy, which is made up of the 19 countries that use the euro currency, ended 2019 with a whimper and recorded its worst year of growth since it was mired in a debt crisis in 2013.
Let's move on: EU wants to keep big role after Brexit
As the United Kingdom prepared to bring to an end its 47-year EU membership, the bloc's top officials on Friday pledged to continue playing a prominent role "in the ever-louder cacophony of the world," despite the loss of a powerful affiliate.
Trump rails against Democratic rivals ahead of Iowa caucuses
U.S. President Donald Trump lashed out at his top Democratic presidential rivals Thursday, taking his fight to the first-in-the-nation caucus state of Iowa and the crucial battleground state of Michigan.
Anne Cox Chambers, wealthy newspaper heiress, dies at 100
Anne Cox Chambers, a newspaper heiress, diplomat and philanthropist who was one of the country's richest women, has died at the age of 100.
'Vulnerable' Canadian diplomats and dependents to depart Beijing amid coronavirus outbreak
In light of the spreading coronavirus outbreak, CTV News has learned that Global Affairs Canada has authorized the departure from China of select diplomats and their dependents.
Trudeau predicts orderly Brexit with minimal trade, investment disruption
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he is confident that Britain's exit from the European Union later today will be an orderly process with minimal disruption to Canadian trade and investment.
HBC board unanimously backs Baker offer in amended and stated circular
The board of directors of Hudson's Bay Co. has unanimously recommended shareholders support a sweetened offer to take the retailer private.
Statistics Canada says GDP edged up 0.1 per cent in November
The Canadian economy edged higher in November, reversing most the decline seen in October, as cold weather helped boost the utilities sector and the construction and retail sectors also gained ground.
Palestinians protest Trump plan, Gaza militants fire rockets
Palestinians held demonstrations across the region Friday to protest President Donald Trump's Middle East initiative, while militants in the Gaza Strip fired rockets and mortar rounds at Israel, drawing retaliatory strikes.
Canada not rushing to post-Brexit deal with Britain, as business urges calm
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he is confident that Britain's exit from the European Union later today will be an orderly process with minimal disruption to Canadian trade and investment.
Masks, donations, and online salsa classes: Canadians worry, cope amid coronavirus outbreak
From self-quarantine to donating health supplies, Canadians who are in China or have relatives there are finding ways to cope amid worries over the coronavirus outbreak.
Coronavirus outbreak highlights need for travel insurance: expert
Travellers are being advised to confirm their insurance details before flying abroad as airlines around the world halt travel to China amid the coronavirus outbreak.
Israel hits targets in Gaza after militants fire 3 rockets
Israel launched airstrikes on militant targets in the Gaza Strip shortly after Palestinians fired three rockets into Israel, two of which were intercepted, the military said Friday.
Israeli airstrikes hit Gaza after militants fire 3 rockets
The Israeli military said on Friday that it launched 'wide-scale' airstrikes on militant targets in the Gaza Strip shortly after Palestinian militants fired three rockets into Israel, two of which were intercepted.
Movie reviews: 'The Rhythm Section' feels like the victim of a ruthless paring down
CTV movie reviewer Richard Crouse shares his take on three movies this week: 'The Rhythm Section,' 'Gretel & Hansel,' and 'Rosie.'
Aston Martin bailed out by Canadian F1 billionaire
Aston Martin has been rescued from collapse by a US$656 million bailout led by a Canadian Formula 1 billionaire.
The James Webb Space Telescope Is Likely Going To Be Delayed Again
Sad news, space fans. The James Webb Space Telescope, the next Great Observatory in our sky, will likely be delayed again as it's unlikely NASA can meet th
7 European ETFs to Buy as the Continent Begins Its Rebound
European equity markets have long lagged the U.S. But these European ETFs are worth a second look with nice valuations and yields.
Zombies and Bears Beware, BABA Stock Will Defeat You!
Waiting on a healthier pullback in BABA stock is advised in order to avoid the headlines ailing today’s market.
The Next AMD Stock Buy Opportunity is Coming … Just Not Yet
Longer-term AMD stock investors have every reason to see more upside in shares, but trimming risk and waiting to accumulate shares on a more meaningful correction is smart business today.
7 Large-Cap Stocks to Buy For Insulation From Volatility
Recent market volatility on the back of coronavirus fears makes this a good time stock up on quality stocks with long-term stability.
As Trade Tensions Ebb and Chip Prices Recover MU Stock Is a Buy
After being battered by market forces and a trade war for over a year, Micron is positioned for growth, and that should propel MU stock.
Play Casino Stocks with a Bearish Put on Las Vegas Sands
My indicators turned bearish last Friday, and I am recommending a bearish put option on Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS).
Earnings Look Good Enough for PayPal Stock
PayPal stock is down modestly after its Q4 report, due to perceptions that its guidance was soft. But its guidance actually looks solid.
How Political Changes Could Impact Walmart Stock
With a high forward P/E, Walmart stock is priced for perfection. Watch out for political changes this year, which may impact shares.
Look for New Highs From CSX Stock as the Economy Heats Up
As goes the economy, so goes CSX stock, and the economy is only going to improve over the next few quarters.
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.
CVS Stock Is a Long-Term Hold, but It’s not a Buy Ahead of Earnings
CVS Health's 2018 acquisition of Aetna will likely boost CVS stock in 2020, but volatiity around earnings date is possible.
4 Things Investors Must Consider Before Buying Aurora Cannabis
Aurora stock is currently one of the worst-performing Canadian cannabis companies. Here are a few things to know before investing.
Splunk Stock Will Keep Powering Higher Despite Being Overvalued
Splunk stock isn't cheap -- it's probably overvalued here -- but valuation alone won't stop the SPLK rally.
When It Comes To Cannabis Plays, Stay Away From Aurora Stock
Without a clear strategic plan to lower Aurora Cannabis's debt pile, a bet on Aurora stock would be nothing more than a gamble.
5 Stocks Under $5 With Colossal Growth Prospects
While some argue you get what you pay for, others say that stocks to buy trading at low levels can represent compelling opportunities.
Ford Stock Is a Neutral Play in 2020
The automaker has an opportunity for growth in China but it’s got to deliver in a market not favoring light vehicles.
How to Trade Boeing Stock After Its Nasty Earnings Report
Boeing's earnings were abysmal thanks to the grounded 737 Max, but the stock shrugged it off. Here's how to trade BA stock moving forward.
Investors Should Forget Aurora Cannabis and Buy GWPH Stock Instead
Demand for legal cannabis is not as strong as bulls predicted. As a result, investors should avoid big names like Aurora stock.
Lyft Stock Is An Intriguing Trade for Market Bulls Ahead of Earnings
The long-term debate over Lyft won't be resolved by a single quarterly report, but a risk-loving market could bid LYFT stock up next month.
3 Big Stock Charts for Friday: Lyft, HD Supply, and Melco Resorts & Entertainment
Friday's big stock charts feature three stocks with the potential for longer-term rebounds — and shorter-term upside.
United Airlines Stock Is Poised for Lift Off After Encountering Turbulence
The selling in United Airlines stock has gotten overdone on coronavirus fears. The company has limited exposure and is primed for a rally.
Do Not Put Ocean Power Technologies Stock in Your 401k
The Ocean Renewable Energy Action Coalition just launched. As a result, is Ocean Power Technologies and OPTT stock worth a look?
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.
Forget Legalization: CBD Is Good Enough for CRON Stock
Cronos’ acquisition of Lord Jones is perfect because the American consumer wants CBD, not marijuana.
7 Underappreciated Foreign Dividend Stocks to Buy Now
This is a great time to add the benefits of diversification to your portfolio with some attractive foreign dividend stocks.
Coca-Cola Is the Most Conservative Investment You Can Make
Coca-Cola stock was a star in the January market, but don't be fooled. This is a slow-growing dividend aristocrat.
Buy the Bloodshed in Twitter Stock After the Q4 Earnings Release
Twitter stock tumbled badly following the underlying company’s Q3 earnings report and unfortunately, Q4 may not be so hot either. But there are enough positives in this story to warrant a contrarian mindset.
Chesapeake Energy Bulls Are Asking the Wrong Question
From logical deduction, the environment must be pressured beyond belief. Thus, I can’t see CHK stock doing anything but eroding in the long run.
5 Great Tech ETFs That Aren’t the XLK
When it comes to tech ETFs, the XLK rules the roost. But there are other ETFs in the sector that gives it a run for its money.
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.
Major developments for Cullompton and Tiverton go to consultation
Plans for 500 homes and Cullompton regeneration go to the public
Burlescombe produce market "overwhelmed" by optimism and support
The new monthly produce market got underway at Burlescombe and Westleigh Community Hall on Sunday, January 26
Aldi hack will change how you pack your shopping forever
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Eco-friendly ideas win students first place in Lego League competition
The innovation competition, held in Devon County Hall in Exeter, was part of the South West division of the Lego League
Expert says South West must unite to fight for funding post-Brexit
"Your MPs and councils will have to pressure central Government to keep up the ante, both on how to get some of this money and what they can spend it on”
High demand for Barratt Homes' new Tiverton development
The developer is launching the new site on Saturday, February 8
Dilemma as Mid Devon District Council faces £1.4million budget gap in 2023
"Unless any savings proposals are forthcoming, we will need to look to reserves to close the residual budget gap"
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
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
Tools needed to help young people in Africa
RGB Building Supplies has joined forces with South West-based charity Amigos
New tax rules mean millions will get an extra £104 from April
It will affect around 31 million full-time workers
Exeter University cancels Chinese New Year celebrations over coronavirus outbreak
Two people have now been diagnosed in the UK
How to clean and sanitize your headphones
Dirty headphones are never any fun. Keep the music bopping with these tips to ensure your headphones stay as clean as can be!
Humane Society Adopts Socially Conscious Sheltering Approach
The Santa Barbara Humane Society has formally adopted Socially Conscious Sheltering to define its values and approach to animal welfare.
Nonprofit Receives Grant to Help Prevent Local Oil Production
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UN Security Council urges immediate end to fighting in Yemen
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President Kovind sidesteps NRC reference in Parliament speech, sticks to CAA
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Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order beats EA's expectations, aiming to sell 10 million copies by March
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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...
Cheap as bread, girls sell sex to survive crisis in Africa
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Pasteurised camembert? French cheesemakers vote ‘Non’
PARIS, Jan 31 — A battle over the future of camembert, one of France’s most emblematic cheeses, came to a head today after producers voted against allowing pasteurised versions of the venerable raw-milk pucks. A narrow majority of dairy executives — 53 per cent — rejected a plan that would...
Bank Negara says sentiments in global financial markets positive in Dec
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — Sentiments in the global financial markets in December were positive amid prospects of easing global trade tensions, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) today. The central bank said investor’s risk appetite improved following the announcement and subsequent signing of a phase...
France cracks down on plastic waste, destruction of unsold clothes
PARIS, Jan 31 — The French parliament yesterday passed a law forbidding retailers from destroying unsold clothes and banning single-use plastic containers by 2040, part of the government’s efforts to reduce waste. The bill adopted by the Senate, after being cleared by the lower house National...
Malaysia plans tougher penalties for illegal loggers in forest law reform
PUTRAJAYA, Jan 31 — Malaysia is set to beef up its decades-old forestry laws this year in an effort to protect its rainforests from illegal loggers, a senior minister said today. The move would stiffen penalties, including fines and jail terms, for those found guilty of cutting down trees without...
EU warns UK there is no strength in ‘splendid isolation’
BRUSSELS, Jan 31 — The European Union’s three top officials gathered today to promise a new dawn for their bloc and warn Britain that it would lose the benefits of close ties after Brexit. “We want to have the best possible relationship with the United Kingdom, but it will never be as good as...
China ambassador says no need for ‘unnecessary panic’ over virus
GENEVA, Jan 31 — China is decisively working to control the deadly outbreak of the novel coronavirus, its ambassador to the UN said today, insisting there was no need for countries impose “excessive measures” like border closures. “There is no need for unnecessary panic, and no need for...
RON97 price drops 8 sen, RON95 and diesel unchanged for week of Feb 1
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — The retail price of RON97 petrol dropped 8 sen to RM2.41 a litre, while RON95 and diesel are maintained at RM2.08 and RM2.18 a litre, respectively, effective midnight until February 7. The Ministry of Finance, in a statement today, announced that based on the calculations...
Muhyiddin warns PPBM leaders to stay away from money politics or risk election being nullified
PAGOH, Jan 31 — Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin today warned party leaders and members to avoid money politics if they do not want their election to be declared invalid. He said Bersatu’s leadership viewed the issue of money politics seriously as it...
Pressure mounts on Iraq to choose PM as cleric calls for new protests
BAGHDAD, Jan 31 — Pressure mounted on Iraq’s political elite today to nominate a new premier, after a stern sermon from the country’s top Shiah authority and a call for fresh protests by firebrand cleric Moqtada Sadr. Iraq’s capital and mainly-Shiah south have been gripped by four months of...
Tokyo stocks close higher after WHO virus ruling
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Brexit is a ‘sea change’ for Europe, says Merkel spokesman
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New rules outlaw some of Nike’s record-breaking shoes
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1.7 million road users to benefit from 18pc discount for PLUS toll charges
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US stocks fall amid virus fears despite Amazon surge
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Racing Point F1 team renamed Aston Martin from 2021
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Airbus to pay US$4b to settle corruption probe, says French prosecutor
PARIS, Jan 31 — European planemaker Airbus will pay €3.592 billion (RM16.3 billion or US$3.98 billion) to settle corruption probes by US, British and French authorities into contract dealings, France’s financial prosecutor said today. The simultaneous settlements in Britain, France and the...
Myanmar turns back China Southern flight over coronavirus fear, says govt spokesman
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PMO: ‘Deal of the Century’ unacceptable and unfair to Palestine
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Hong Kong stocks close lower
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Brexit will curtail orchestra touring, warns Simon Rattle
PARIS, Jan 31 — Sir Simon Rattle still can’t believe that what he calls the “terrible mistake” of Brexit is actually happening. Britain’s biggest classical music star returned from the Berlin Philharmonic to lead the London Symphony Orchestra, his country’s greatest and arguably most...
OECD warns of ‘concerns’ over US move on digital tax
PARIS, Jan 31 — An alternative proposal by Washington on how to tax digital giants worldwide has been met with “concern” by several nations, the OECD group of free-market economies said today. The push for a so-called “safe harbour” option would essentially render compliance optional,...
Gig Workers Have Nowhere to Pee
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Ledger Wallet Co-Opts Controversial Pro-Brexit Slogan for Cryptocurrencies
On the eve of the U.K.’s exit from the EU, French crypto hardware wallet firm Ledger has attempted to co-opt the notorious pro-Brexit “Take Back Control” mantra for crypto.
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.
Does Algorand 2.0 Prove an Appealing Option for Developers?
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Genesis Crypto Lending Firm Hits New Record in Loan Originations in Q4 2019
Over-the-counter digital currency trading and lending firm Genesis has closed the fourth quarter of 2019 with record high loan originations since its inception.
Overstock’s tZERO to Launch Broker Dealer in First Half of 2020
Overstock’s blockchain arm tZERO aims to launch a cryptocurrency market broker dealer service in the first half of 2020.
1% Bitcoin No Longer ‘Crazy’ for Portfolios, Says Morgan Creek CEO
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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.
Bitfinex Users Can Now Trade Tether Gold Stablecoin Against Bitcoin
After launching trading of gold-pegged stablecoin Tether Gold last week, Bitfinex cryptocurrency exchange now allows users to trade Tether Gold against Bitcoin.
Charges Dropped Against Pentesters Paid To Break Into Iowa Courthouse
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Drought tariffs to take effect from tomorrow
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Happy Brexit Day! Campaigners Celebrate Leaving EU After 47 Years
Nigel Farage has hailed today as a "massive victory for the people against the establishment" as the UK prepares to leave the EU at 11 pm.
RNC Sees Record Fundraising Numbers for Non-Presidential Election Year
The RNC closed out 2019 with a record $26.5 million raised in December, bringing it to $241.1 million raised throughout the year.
Brexit Day: Sadiq Khan 'Heartbroken' Britain is Finally Leaving the EU
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Coronavirus: Amazon, Microsoft Employ Thousands of China-Born Employees
The huge population of China-born professionals in the United State is prompting many companies to ask them not to travel to China.
Scarborough: Impeachment Will End with Donald Trump Completely Owning the Republican Party
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Consumer Sentiment Jumps Higher
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Celebs Pressure Studio Execs to Cut Funding to NRA-Linked Politicians
Hollywood's hypocritical gun control elites, including Alyssa Milano, Julianne Moore, Darryl Hannah, Amy Schumer, and others are applying pressure on studio executives to cut ties with the NRA.
Sanders Has Iowa Momentum, But Outcome Uncertain
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Delta and American Halt All Flights Between China and the U.S.
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Merrick Garland Could End Up Deciding President Trump's Fate
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WATCH: James Delingpole Reports from All-Star Brexit Day Party
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Brexit Day: The End? Or Just the Beginning of More Battles with Brussels?
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Schumer: Without Witnesses and Documents, Trump's 'Acquittal Will Be Meaningless'
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Nigel Farage: Brexit Party Ready to Hold Boris To Account on Brexit
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Delingpole: Rejoice! Rejoice! Brexit Day Is Finally Here!
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Republicans Rally Around the Trump Economy
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Let's Be Blunt: ACT's New Cannabis Law Isn't About Legalisation
The ACT's new cannabis cultivation and possession laws has now come into effect, making it the first Australian state or territory to give weed the thumbs up. But before you start planning a weekend road trip to get baked at Questacon, we have some news for you. Lighting up in Canberra isn't going to be easy....
Stop Trying To Clone The Apple Watch
At this point, there’s no denying the Apple Watch is the smartwatch to beat. It’s feature-rich, massively popular, and when you wear one, it confers a certain sensibility about you, the tech-savvy consumer. But for the love of everything holy, can other smartwatch makers please stop trying to shamelessly ape the...
Elon Musk: Full Self Driving May Be 'Feature Complete' But That 'Doesn't Mean Features Are Working Well'
During Tesla’s earnings call Wednesday evening Elon Musk mentioned that Full Self Driving tech is probably going to be released by the end of this year, and that the company may allow certain customers early access to a “feature complete” version of the software. Musk went on to clarify that this means the car...
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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...
Would Huawei Return To Google? It Depends Who You Ask (Updated)
Huawei is currently blocked from including Google apps and services on its smartphones, but if the trade ban was lifted, would it go back to the full Android phone? It depends on who at Huawei you ask. Update: Huawei Australia weighs in with its own hopes for a Google future....
This Interactive Map Displays The Latest Confirmed Coronavirus Cases
If you're finding it hard to wrap your head around the numbers involved in the outbreak of the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV), this interactive map can give you an idea based on the latest World Health Organisation numbers....
The EU's Vote To Dump iPhone Lightning Cables: Everything You Need To Know
An EU vote to develop a standard smartphone charging cable standard totally did not go Apple's way this week, putting intense pressure on the smartphone giant to drop its proprietary lightning connector for iPhones and other iOS devices. It may be some time coming, but this could be the beginning of the end for the...
Scientists Created A Cyborg Jellyfish That Can Swim 3 Times Faster
Who exactly was after a cyborg jellyfish? Turns out there's some serious interest in making the sea's finest invertebrates into sleek pulsing speed machines....
Harley-Davidson Steps Up To The V-Twin Challenge With A New 131 Cubic Inch Crate Motor
When Indian launched the opening salvos in a V-twin cruiser motorcycle power war with its new 122-horsepower and 128 lb-ft PowerPlus engine, a 108 cubic inch engine found in the new Indian Challenger, Harley-Davidson was perhaps caught with its pants down. The Motor Company’s previous best engine just wasn’t good...
Seriously, The Electric Hummer Is A Total Change In How We Think About EVs
As modern as they seem, electric vehicles have actually been around a very long time, since the dawn of the motorcar era at the turn of the 20th century. Even after losing out to gasoline vehicles, they’ve always been around quietly lurking in the background of automobildom. The way we perceive EVs has changed a lot...
Buy Now, Pay Later Platform Klarna Launches In Australia, Takes Swipe At Afterpay
There's another service that lets you buy products and pay for them later. Klarna launched on Thursday in Australia in partnership with the Commonwealth Bank – and it's not shy in telling retailers why they should adopt it rather than Afterpay....
Google's Next Chrome Update May Cause 'Modest Breakage' To The Internet
Version 80 of Chrome is coming to the stable channel of the browser, and with it, a change in the way cookies are handled. As the cookies crumble, it turns out, so does the Internet, with Google saying it hopes that it will cause only "a modest amount of breakage" to websites....
Motorola Is Cutting Samsung's Grass
If Samsung's Galaxy Note 10 Lite doesn't light your fire, perhaps an even cheaper Motorola stylus-based handset will. Leaks suggest Motorola's next G series phone will go all-in on the stylus, but also bring multi-cameras and hefty battery support too....
This Squishy Water Bottle Would Be Perfect If Filling It Weren't So Dumb
I have a never-ending list of quests to find the perfect every day carry accessories, which includes a drawn out hunt for the ideal water bottle. At CES earlier this month I spent a week with Matador’s new squishy, packable water bottle and while it’s not my holy grail of hydration, it’s a nice option when...
Optus Cops Massive Fine For Spamming 750,000 Unsubscribed Customers
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has fined Optus over $500,000 for breaching Australia's spam laws....
Impossible Burgers Aren't Healthy, And That's The Whole Point
When you go to a restaurant and order a hamburger, do you think to yourself, “Ah, yes, this meal will be so nutritious”? Or do you try to ignore the kilojoule count while thinking, “I want the greasy sandwich that will taste so good but make me feel so bad”? I’m guessing it’s closer to the latter. So why...
Jubilation as corps members receive N33,000 allowance
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has commenced the payment of N33,000 stipend to corps members, months after the new minimum wage law was signed.
This $350 Baby Yoda Statue Is Priceless
In case it wasn’t obvious before, the real reason Disney was so quick to crack down on unofficial Baby Yoda merch on Etsy or whatever was so that they could sell you their limited […]
EU Lawmakers Vote Overwhelmingly in Favor of Charging Cable Standard, Despite Apple's Protestations
Despite criticism from Apple, EU lawmakers on Thursday voted overwhelmingly in favor for new rules to establish a common charger for all mobile device makers across Europe. From a report: Members of the European Parliament voted by 582-40 for a resolution urging the European Commission, which drafts...
Jaejoong's fans start petition demanding for a fair and accurate ranking from KBS Music Bank for excluding his mini album 'Aeyo'
Kim Jaejoong released his 2nd mini-album 'Aeyo' on January 14 and has topped Gaon and Hanteo weekly album physical sales for 2 consecutive w…
Hyolyn x Crucial Star drop R&B ballad 'Hug Me Silently'
Hyolyn has dropped her R&B ballad track "Hug Me Silently" featuring Crucial Star."Hug Me Silently" …
ATEEZ Impress with Their Powerful Performance for The B-Side Track 'Win'
On January 31, ATEEZ performed their b-side track 'Win' on KBS' Music Bank for the first time. Impressively powerful song and choreography le…
Apple TV+ drama 'Foundation' to become Ireland's biggest-ever production
The Apple TV+ dramatisation of Isaac Asimov's "Foundation" novels is to employ over 500 people and will be the largest single production ever made on location in southern Ireland.
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.
Apple's impressive earnings, promising patents, and new acquisitions on the AppleInsider Podcast
Victor and William discuss the unexpectedly impressive Apple Q1 2020 earnings call, what happens when Apple acquires a company, and what a future iPad may be able to do with William's handwriting.
World governments 'moving fast' to overhaul taxes for tech giants
A consortium of 137 countries has agreed to revamp tax rules to close decades-old loopholes for multinational corporations. It's prompted by the rise of digital firms but Apple, for one, has been a vocal supporter of reform.
Apple suppliers mixed over threat from China's Coronavirus
Supply chain sources say that while fabrication firms TSMC and UMC report no change in operations, Taiwanese chip design firms are expecting an impact on demand because of the Coronavirus.
If Trump Wants His Racist Border Wall, He'll Have to Start Taking Climate Change Seriously
Ha ha ha. Donald Trump’s impermeable wall ain’t so impermeable, after all. Not even these high walls of racist fury can withstand good ol’ Mother Nature: The Washington Post reported Thursday that the president’s beloved border wall between the U.S. and Mexico would need to leave portions wide open every summer to prevent flash floods from knocking it over.
These Maps Paint a Dark Future for the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge If Trump Has His Way
The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge is one of the last pristine landscapes in America. Tucked along the northern border of Alaska and Canada, the nearly 20 million acres of wilderness is home to a variety of wildlife species, including the Porcupine caribou herd, which visits the refuge’s coastal plain every summer where mothers give birth to their young.
House Prices, Rent Dip In Nairobi As Landlords Become Less Demanding
House prices and rents in Nairobi dropped marginally for the year 2019, a new study by realtor HassConsult has revealed.According to the study, rents dipped by 2.1 per cent in Nairobi while those
Here’s The List Of Top Ten Most Expensive Bank Accounts In Kenya
It will cost you at least Ksh17,750 per year to maintain the most expensive bank account in Kenya, a new study by Financial Sector Deepening (FSD) has found.The study found that Standard Chartered
Airtel, Telkom Now Want CAK Merger Conditions Reviewed
Airtel and Telkom Kenya now want merger conditions set by the Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) reviewed and done away with.In a suit at the Competition Tribunal, the telcos want the conditions
Willy Mutunga Lashes Out At Executive, Parliament For Frustrating Judicial Independence
With increasing concerns of the Executive trying to muzzle the Judiciary by reducing its budget, former Chief Justice Willy Mutunga has weighed in on the matter, lashing out at the National Assembly f
How to control and play music on iPhone from your Apple Watch
Leave your iPhone on the table or in your bag. Here’s how to control music on iPhone from Apple Watch so you can play, pause, or shuffle it, and more.
How to control and play music on iPhone from your Apple Watch
Leave your iPhone on the table or in your bag. Here’s how to control music on iPhone from Apple Watch so you can play, pause, or shuffle it, and more.
Warren Buffett's big Amazon investment is finally paying off, 8 months after he lamented not buying sooner (AMZN, BRKA)
Warren Buffett spent years watching Amazon soar from the sidelines, before his holding company Berkshire Hathaway started purchasing shares earl...
Americans spent at slowest pace in 3 years in 2019, threatening powerhouse of US economy
Consumer spending is closely watched because it drives about two-thirds of gross domestic product. But there are signs that households are start...
Amazon blows past a $1 trillion valuation after topping analysts' earnings expectations (AMZN)
Amazon shares soared as much as 11% in early Friday trading, driving the company's market valuation above $1 trillion for the first time since J...
A little-known trucking company surges nearly 58% after Volkswagen unit makes a surprise offer to buy (NAV)
US truck manufacturer Navistar's shares shot up in pre-market trading Friday, after a Volkswagen unit said Thursday it could buy the company in ...
American optimism toward economy surges to 9-month high as job market hums
American households were more optimistic about the economy this month. The University of Michigan said its index of consumer sentiment jumped to...
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...
American Airlines pilots sue to halt flights to China | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
DALLAS >>The pilots’ union at American Airlines sued today to stop the carrier from flying to China and told members not to operate flights there because of the spreading coronavirus outbreak.
As coronavirus spreads, so does anti-Chinese sentiment | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
In Japan, the hashtag #ChineseDon’tComeToJapan has been trending on Twitter. In Singapore, tens of thousands of residents have signed a petition calling for the government to ban Chinese nationals from entering the country.
Property sales catapult American Savings’ earnings | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
American Savings Bank’s earnings soared 30% in the fourth quarter after recognizing an after-tax gain of $7.7 million from the sales of its former headquarters at the Financial Plaza of the Pacific and its Mililani Service Center.
Hawaii bills would ban more sunscreens in the isles | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Hawaii legislators today announced the introduction of bills that restrict the sale of sunscreens with anything other than those deemed safe for the coral reef as well as human health in the state.
Hawaiian Airlines posts earnings jump while keeping eye on China virus | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Hawaiian Airlines’ earnings soared 57.2% in the fourth quarter despite increased capacity that included additional competition from newcomer Southwest Airlines.
Study: Brexit referendum did not lead to more radical Euroskepticism elsewhere
Following the result of the UK Brexit referendum in June 2016 many Euroskeptic parties across Europe celebrated, contending that the vote could pave the way for similar referendums in other countries. ...
Rust offers a cheap way to filter arsenic-poisoned water
When water flows deep underground, it often dissolves inorganic substances from mineral deposits in the earth's crust. In many regions, these deposits contain arsenic, a naturally occurring element that ...
Mountains influence the impact of earthquakes
According to the research of Professor Mark van der Meijde, mountains influence the impact of earthquakes. It was already known that the topography of an area has an influence on earthquakes, but the ...
Turning up the heat on antibacterial-resistant diseases
Photothermal therapy (PTT) is a proposed treatment for diseases like antibacterial-resistant infections and cancer, but despite over a decade of research, scientists have been unable to find a safe and ...
Zoo improvements should benefit all animals
Zoo improvements should benefit all animals and include a wide range of "enrichment" techniques, researchers say.
Got slime? Using regenerative biology to restore mucus production
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Release contaminated Fukushima water into sea: Japan panel
Radioactive water from the stricken nuclear plant in Fukushima should be released into the ocean or vaporised into the air, an expert panel advised the Japanese government on Friday.
Investigating dynamics of democratic elections using physics theory
Sometimes, physics theories and constructs can also be used to study seemingly unrelated phenomena, such as social behaviors or dynamics. While human beings are not necessarily similar to specific physical ...
How U.S. Christians imagine God contributes to discriminatory hiring practices
How people visualize God can have real consequences to life on Earth, Stanford research has found.
Chemist synthesizes iron coordination polymer with nicotinic acid derivative
RUDN chemist synthesized iron (II) 3-D coordination polymer, the first coordination compound of iron, assembled from substituted nicotinic acid H2cpna. This compound can be used in production of catalysts, ...
Not-so-dirty birds? Not enough evidence to link wild birds to food-borne illness
When food makes people sick, some blame birds because they hang around farms, and their feces can contain E. coli, Salmonella and Campylobacter, three common pathogens that can cause food-borne illness.
Survival of Australian species hinges on working together
When faced with unfavorable environmental conditions, rodent species are likely to form social groups and work cooperatively, according to a new study by researchers at The University of Western Australia.
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.
Chemists simplify the synthesis of antitumor compounds
A RUDN chemist in collaboration with colleagues from N.D. Zelinsky Institute of Organic Chemistry and N.K. Koltsov Institute of Developmental Biology (IDB), RAS have developed a new method for the synthesis ...
As forests burn around the world, drinking water is at risk
Fabric curtains stretch across the huge Warragamba Dam to trap ash and sediment expected to wash off wildfire-scorched slopes and into the reservoir that holds 80% of untreated drinking water for the ...
Nonflammable electrolyte for high-performance potassium batteries
Australian scientists have developed a nonflammable electrolyte for potassium and potassium-ion batteries, for applications in next-generation energy-storage systems beyond lithium technology. In the ...
How will immigration rules change after Brexit?
The issue dominated the EU referendum debate.
Fire shifts review planned
Shropshire’s fire brigade plans a review to help part-time staff manage their work-life balance while maintaining cover, but some stations have “pre-empted” this by changing their shift systems, the governing body has heard.
Volkswagen opens up on pricing and specification details for T-Roc Cabriolet
Convertible crossover can be had from £26,750 with order books now open
‘Sad’ veterans send Brexit Day love letter to EU on White Cliffs of Dover
The emotional video message was projected on to the Kent landmark which provided a welcoming sight for soldiers returning from Dunkirk in 1940.
Each will fight for their interests, says EC president on ’emotional’ Brexit day
Ursula von der Leyen described it as ‘a very emotional day’.
Gold Brexit commemorative 50p coins priced at £945 are a sell-out
The Royal Mint has been operating a queuing system on its website as people buy the new commemorative 50p coins.
Lucrative speaking circuit helps David Cameron bank £836,000 profit in a year
Former prime minister Theresa May also earned close to £400,000 in the month of December alone through speaking engagements.
King deal is out of my hands – Howe
The Cherries are reported to have already rejected one approach.
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.
Atari to open video game-themed resorts in US cities
The company said it will break ground on its first hotel later this year in Phoenix.
Increased funding to help schools reorganisation
Increased funding will “stabilise” Powys County Council's creaking schools and education service to allow it to go through a reorganisation, councillors have been told.
Viral Irish border Twitter account faces its own exit on Brexit Day
Satirical account @BorderIrish said it will tweet for the last time on Friday after becoming a sensation.
Stuart Hogg confident Scotland can cause a Six Nations upset in Dublin
Full-back Hogg will captain his country at the Aviva Stadium bidding to end a losing streak dating back to 2010.
Brussels warns of tussle ahead as Britain prepares to leave the EU
As Brexiteers prepare to party, EU leaders say the relationship with the UK cannot be as close in future.
Irish border communities ‘struggling to get mortgages due to Brexit’
Border Communities Against Brexit activists took their campaign for better public representation to Stormont on Friday afternoon.
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.
Transfer Deadline Day as it happened - Shrewsbury and Wolves deals as they happen
Keep up to date with all the Shrewsbury Town and Wolves deals on Transfer Deadline Day!
Bloodstock Festival 2020: Thursday acts announced for weekend ticket holders
Bloodstock Festival has revealed more Thursday acts.
What happens next in the Brexit saga?
With the UK formally leaving the EU at 11pm on Friday, here is a look at the next stages.
Coaches that took passengers from China evacuation flight to be ‘deep cleaned’
Vehicles from Horseman Coaches Ltd were seen arriving at RAF Brize Norton.
Labour leadership contender Starmer makes freedom of movement pledge
Sir Keir Starmer called for an end to divisions, saying ‘Leave/Remain ends tonight’.
Focus on trade talks as island of Ireland prepares for Brexit
Protests and celebrations will be held in Northern Ireland as the UK leaves the EU
French Connection shares plummet after failure to secure buyer
The retailer saw shares slide by almost a third after it said it was set to post between £1 million and £2 million in losses for the year.
Nicola Sturgeon urges patience on indyref2 as she predicts break-up of UK
The First Minister said she is confident Brexit will lead to independence for Scotland.
General Motors to revive Hummer as an electric off-road titan
Hummer had been killed off in 2010, though the nameplate will be brought under the GMC brand for an electric revival
Nissan calls for clarity over post-Brexit trade deal
Businesses are likely to face significant changes in the way they trade, says chambers of commerce.
Mixed reviews for airline that operated evacuation flight from China to UK
Wamos Air has an overall rating of two-and-a-half out of five on TripAdvisor.
POLITICO Global Translations: Corona spreads, Britain retreats as the planet heats
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EU parliament replaces british members after Brexit
For many in the European Union, Brexit is goodbye. But for the members of parliament elected to replace the Britons leaving the European Parliament, it is a new beginning. The mandate of the 73 ...
Palestinians face shrinking options with Trump peace plan
President Trump’s Middle East peace plan unveiled this week has put a spotlight on the shrinking options for the Palestinians, who now face a ticking clock on a new territorial reality unless there
Sanders vows to treat disability rights as 'civil rights' under new plan
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Three ways the end of the impeachment trial could play out
Friday will be a make-or-break moment in President Trump’s impeachment trial as Republicans try to bring the proceedings to a close.
Watch live: Day 10 of Trump impeachment trial
The Senate will convene Friday for another day of President Trump’s impeachment trial as Republicans try to bring the proceedings to a close. Senators are set to vote on whether to call new witnesses
McConnell challenger McGrath endorses Biden
Amy McGrath, a 2020 Democratic challenger for Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell's (R-Ky.) seat, on Friday endorsed former Vice President Joe Biden's presidential bid.
In Kyiv, Pompeo emphasizes support for Ukraine
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Friday reaffirmed the U.S.'s support for Ukraine as the country's top diplomat visited Kyiv and met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky,
Schumer pressures Roberts to cast witnesses vote in case of tie
Senate Democratic Leader Charles Schumer (N.Y.) on Friday ratcheted up pressure on Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts to break a possible tie vote on a motion to consider subpoenas of
The Hill's Campaign Report: Four-way sprint to Iowa finish line
Welcome to The Hill's Campaign Report, your weekly rundown on all the latest news in the 2020 presidential, Senate and House races. Did someone forward this to you?
Delaney ends White House bid
Former Maryland Rep. John Delaney (D) dropped out of the Democratic presidential primary on Friday, just days before Monday's Iowa caucuses.
Biden holds small lead in four-way race for Iowa: poll
A new Iowa poll by Park Street Strategies shows former Vice Presid
Trump to sign executive order combating human trafficking
President Trump will sign an executive order on Friday meant to combat human trafficking and online child exploitation, including by adding a new position at the White House to focus on the issue.
Biden's low-key campaign has Iowa backers worried
WAUKEE, Iowa — Former Vice President Joe Biden has opened a final sprint toward the Iowa caucuses, returning to his greatest strength: voter perception that he is most able to beat President
The Hill's Morning Report — Senators expected to acquit Trump; witness push falls short
Welcome to The Hill’s Morning Report. TGIF! Our newsletter gets you up to speed on the most important developments in politics and policy, plus trends to watch.
Senate moves to impeachment endgame
The Senate is moving into the final phase of President Trump’s impeachment trial, but senators expect a drawn-out floor fight before final votes on two articles of impeachment either late Friday or
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Trump acquittal 'meaningless' without witnesses: top Senate Democrat
US President Donald Trump's expected acquittal in his impeachment trial will be a hollow victory if the trial does not call any witnesses, top Senate Democrat Chuck Schumer said Friday.
Thousands on virus lockdown at China-backed plant in Indonesia
More than 40,000 workers at a vast Chinese-controlled industrial complex in Indonesia have been quarantined over fears about the spread of a deadly coronavirus strain which has killed more than 200 people in China, it said Friday.
Woman Rep narrates strange encounter with Waititu at an office toilet
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Why Each Zodiac Has A Bad Habit Of Assuming The Worst
LEO: You assume the worst because you’re scared of getting too excited. You’re scared of dreaming too big. You’re scared of raising your expectations too high.
Lil Wayne Reconnects With Mannie Fresh On "Mahogany"
Lil Wayne's flow is ridiculous. When he's in his bag, there's nobody who can snap with the feral intensity of Lil Wayne. His flow is elite, his references clever, sliding sleek wordplay in his schemes with ease. 'I'm a Libra I'll weigh it out, hope the reaper don't take me out,' he raps, on Funeral'...
YFN Lucci Keeps His Bag Stocked: Lots Of Weed, $15K In Pocket Change, & More
YFN Lucci pulls out some weed, more weed, and his remaining gear on 'In My Bag.' Atlanta veteran YFN Lucci is one of the hottest rappers in his city and he will keep that title for a good minute. Specializing in a sing-song style of street flows, the stepper brings different flavor to the table. Wit...
Kid Ink Gets Melodic On New Single "Holy Grail"
Kid Ink lifts his chalice. Kid Ink has earned his stripes over time, becoming a genuine fan favorite over at HNHH. Perhaps it's because of his versatility, his ability to bar up or get melodic depending on what the song requires. Today, Ink has opted for a hybrid on 'Holy Grail,' the latest single f...
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.
Apple Wants to Standardize SMS One -Time Passcodes Format for Enhanced Security
Apple's WebKit engineers have proposed a new standardized SMS One-Time Passcodes for enhanced security through two methods.
4.5 Years Later and Microsoft Reportedly Hits Its Goal of 1 Billion Windows 10 Devices
4.5 Years Later and Microsoft Reportedly Hits Its Goal of Powering 1 Billion Windows 10 Devices, the Company's Italian Website Confirms.
[UPDATE – Full Notes] Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot January 31st Update to Further Reduce Load Times and More
Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot is going to get a new update tomorrow which will reduce load times and introduce more improvements to the game
WWII FPS Days of War, Inspired by Day of Defeat and CS:GO, Is Out Now on PC
Days of War, the first-person shooter set in World War II and inspired by Day of Defeat/Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, is out now on PC.
iPhone 11 Randomly Disconnects From LTE in Dual SIM Mode, Are You Affected Too?
Whether it's an iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro or iPhone 11 Pro Max, the phone randomly disconnects from LTE and reconnects while using dual SIM.
AMD to Offer Up to 3 Games with RX 5000 Cards, Including Resident Evil 3 and MHW: Iceborne
AMD will be renewing their “Raise the Game” offer in February, with excitig new games like Resident Evil 3 and MHW: Iceborne!
Poco X2 to Pack a 6.67-inch 120Hz Screen, Quad-Cameras, 6 GB of RAM and More for $270
The Poco F1's sucessor is finally here in the form of Poco X2. Read on to find out more about the device and its specifications.
Nintendo Shares Plummet After Mixed Earnings, Plans for New Switch Axed
Nintendo was down nearly 5% after it reported earnings, and the worst is likely yet to come.
European Processor Initiative Readies its Custom HPC Processor
EPI is readying its first prototype for its high-performance processor chips, this processor is expected to tape-out towards the end of 2020 or the beginning of 2021.
Samsung Galaxy A51 & A71 first impressions: Applying the secret sauce
In the past, it was always a little hard to recommend mid-range Samsung smartphones. Despite being the largest smartphone maker in the world, with a wealth of products across pretty much every price point and major market, Samsung’s affordable devices always scored poorly on the price-to-performance scale.
Wuhan Virus: Singapore bars visitors that recently travelled to China
In an attempt to contain the spread of the coronavirus, Singapore has imposed a travel restriction to all visitors from China as well as foreigners that have a recent travel history to mainland China. The travel restriction will start at 11:59 pm on Saturday.
Abdul Jalil succeeds Hamzah Bakar as Sapura Energy's chairman
KUALA LUMPUR: Sapura Energy Bhd has appointed Abdul Jalil Abdul Rasheed as its non-independent non-executive chairman, succeeding Datuk Hamzah Bakar, effective February 1.
Business as usual at PBA Holdings despite criminal case on shareholder
GEORGE TOWN: PBA Holdings Bhd (PHB), which owns Penang water supply company Perbadanan Bekalan Air Pulau Pinang (PBAPP) Sdn Bhd, today said the on-going criminal case involving a PHB shareholder has no effect on the standing and operations of the company.
Brexit day: United Kingdom casts off from the European Union
LONDON: The United Kingdom leaves the European Union on Friday for an uncertain Brexit future, its most significant geopolitical move since the loss of empire and a blow to 70 years of efforts to forge European unity from the ruins of two world wars.
IGP fully supports move to strengthen drink driving law
SEPANG: Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador welcomes the government’s decision to impose heavier penalties for offences related to driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and reckless driving.
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11 Of The Greatest Rock Bands From Europe
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Everything Louder Than Everyone Else – The World’s Loudest Bands
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7 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Joey Jordison
Drumming legend Joey Jordison discusses phobias, regrets and the potential of a solo record
Album Review: Sløtface – Sorry For The Late Reply
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Nintendo says it’s not planning to launch a new Switch model in 2020
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Destiny 2’s mysterious Empyrean Foundation event is all about community donations
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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...
How To Stay Cool Without Aircon
Most of Australia can be typified as 'very bloody hot' during the summer months. If you're stuck in a sweatbox unit or house without aircon this summer, the days can be unbearable and the nights un-sleepable. But, and hear me out, there are some ways to help you feel more comfortable when summer's fiery hot hands are...
Why Only Some Flights Get Cancelled For Bad Weather
When the weather’s a storm away from apocalyptic-conditions, a lump might form in your throat as soon as you realise it might affect your immediate travel plans. Instead of boarding your flight at its scheduled time, you can only envision delay after delay and more time spent waiting at your airport’s Starbucks....
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...
Find A Hobby That Gets You Off Your Smartphone
Every day, I try to do at least one activity that is both engaging and smartphone-free—and if it’s social, that’s a bonus. Sometimes it’s group exercise class at the YMCA. Sometimes it’s choir rehearsal. Sometimes it’s as simple as spending an hour reading a physical book....
How To Choose A Portable Air Conditioner
During Australia's particularly hotter months, those living without air conditioning can't just rely on a cold change to sweep through before bedtime, making broken sleep in hot muggy bedrooms annoyingly regular....
Six Deals You Need To Know About In Australia Today
Everyone loves a good deal and no one understands that better than the writers here at Lifehacker. To get you started today, here are some online sales worth emptying your digital wallets for, including cheap laptops, electric scooters, portable aircons and more....
What To Do If Your Kid Hates Crust
My son, like many children, has had an ongoing love-hate relationship with bread crust. More emphasis on the hate, though, especially recently. When he was a toddler, I avoided them completely by making his sandwiches on “sandwich thins.” But that only worked if I was able to find the variety that didn’t have...
Install 'Desktop Goose' To Have The Horrible Goose Mess With Your PC
I love a good geeky prank, and the new Desktop Goose utility from 18-year-old Sam Chiet is the perfect app to bring around on a flash drive. Your friends will hate you. Your school’s IT department will really hate you. But little is more fun, and silly, than watching the star animal of Untitled Goose Game wander...
Everything New On Netflix This Weekend
It's gonna be a hot one in Australia this weekend so what better way to pass the time than to sit on the couch, hopefully with a full blast of aircon keeping you safe from the heat's grasps. Here's a list of what's fresh this weekend....
How To Make Sure A Gym Is Right For You
If you’re having second thoughts about your gym lately, maybe because of the recent swarm of resolution-havers, it might be time to call it quits—and find a new gym....
ANALYSIS | Shamila Batohi’s NPA: The state of play one year on
Public frustration over the lack of prosecutions for those involved in the grand corruption that characterised state capture is understandable, writes Gareth Newham
Mahumapelo: DA's bid to oust Mkhwebane and divide ANC will fail
The ANC will never vote with the DA to remove Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane, says ANC MP and former North West premier Supra Mahumapelo.
Downing Street's 'divorce': UK finally set to leave EU
After years of division and protests, the UK will become the first country to leave the EU, ending a 47-year membership.
US pilots, cabin crew demand China flights halt on virus fears
US airlines cut hundreds of flights to China and State Department advises people not to travel there due to outbreak.
Best Windows 10 apps this week
Three-hundred-and-seventy-one in a series. Welcome to this week's overview of the best apps, games and extensions released for Windows 10 on the Microsoft Store in the past seven days.
Newspaper review for Friday, January 31: Buhari ignores call to sack service chiefs
Nigeria's security is rapidly deteriorating and the pressure is on President Buhari to fire his service chiefs. This is the focus of the country's major newspapers published on Friday, January 31.
Unai Emery: Spaniard manager claims Arsenal fans responsible for his sacking
Unai Emery has aimed a jibe at the club following what he described as a hostile exit given to him by the club fans. The Spaniard was given a marching order after a torrid Premier League run last year.
5 types of drivers that drive us crazy
We analyzed the behavior of automobilists in different traffic situations. These are four notorious driver’s personalities that you definitely met or heard about at least once in your life.
Amotekun: There're positive signals - MURIC makes U-turn
Akintola noted that the management of the outfit is currently putting together a legal framework to legalise the initiative which he described as good steps that were part of the areas of MURIC's initial concern.
New Great Dyke platinum mine opens
Great Dyke Investments yesterday started mining on its Darwendale concessions after years of preparation.
US warns against China travel, as virus death toll hits 213
The United States told its citizens to avoid China after the World Health Organization declared a global coronavirus emergency, as the Chinese death toll rose Friday to 213 and total infections surpassed the SARS epidemic of two decades ago.
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.
Get the Pokémon you want by trading through wooloo.farm
Looking for a specific Shiny or Gigantamax Pokémon? Then you should try setting up a trade through wooloo.farm, a new social network for Pokémon Sword and Shield players.
Coronavirus disruption could spread to Apple's Indian manufacturing base
A report has suggested that disruption to Apple's supply chain caused by the coronavirus outbreak could extend beyond China to Apple's India manufacturing base, in part due to its reliance on China for parts.
Sharing has never been easier with the best HDMI splitters
Why stay together when you can do so much more apart? Why stick to one source, when you can have more? Split up and go separate ways with the best HDMI splitters around.
The best 40-inch and 43-inch TVs around
If you don't want a small screen, but you don't quite want to jump up to a big-screen TV, then the 40- to 43-inch range is your best option. Check out these 4K and 1080p options.
Apple TV+ series 'Foundation' will be Ireland's largest-ever production
The next Apple TV+ show, Foundation, is set to be Ireland's largest-ever production when it's shot in Limerick later this year.
How to clean and sanitize your headphones
Dirty headphones are never any fun. Keep the music bopping with these tips to ensure your headphones stay as clean as can be!
The EU has voted overwhelmingly in favor of standardized charging
The European Parliament has voted resoundingly to urge the law-making body to create regulations that would force phone makers to adopt a single charging standard. All major Android manufacturers use the common USB standard, so this move primarily targets Apple.
Do you intend to buy iPhone 9 if all the rumors are true?
All signs are that it's coming. But will anyone buy it?
Apple chipmaker TSMC says production has not been affected by coronavirus
Apple chipmaker TSMC says its production remains unnaffected by the coronavirus outbreak.
This Is What to Expect from Sneakers in 2020
The new decade marks a new era in sneaker culture.
Streetsnaps: Beatrice Domond
The Supreme and Fucking Awesome team member on the intersection of style and skating.
Barneys in Legal Battle With Ex-Employees Over Severance Claims
The company calling them "improperly classified claims."
Elon Musk Drops EDM Tune "Don't Doubt ur Vibe" on Soundcloud
Complete with Tesla Cybertruck cover art.
Spyder Unveils FW20 Collection, Designed for the Modern Urbanite
Forward-thinking fashion.
Drake & Future Reconnect for New Track "Desires"
Following "Life Is Good" from earlier this month.
adidas Constructs Superstar Pure "London" From Crisp Premium Monochromatic Leather
Sans-Three Stripes and stamped with the city's name.
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.
Cott to sell S&D Coffee business for US$405 million
The sale is part of Cott's plan to focus on its water business.
Trump acquittal near with Senate likely to deny witnesses today
The decision late Thursday by Senator Lamar Alexander of Tennessee, a Republican who had been considered a potential supporter of testimony, to vote against new evidence largely dashed Democrats hopes of prevailing.
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.
Chevron posts steepest loss in a decade after gas writedown
Chevron Corp. posted its biggest loss in a decade after it wrote down the value of North American natural gas fields and returns plunged from overseas refining and oil production.
The Coronavirus outbreak is a product of China’s food safety, healthcare and politics
You’re not supposed to kick someone who is already down. Under the current dire circumstances, however, mainland Chinese authorities, who have been left so helplessly supine by a lethal new coronavirus tearing its way through their country, nevertheless deserve a swift, hard kick in the haunches. Nearly two decades after SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome), […]
Many regional reasons to say yay to Northwest chardonnay
Wineries are making more food-friendly versions of the white Burgundy wine than ever before.
Flight attendants sue Boeing over ‘toxic’ air inside plane
The lawsuit alleges contaminated air from the outside off the engines enters the cabin.
Arlington kids need new middle school; vote for the bond
No one likes taxes, but we also can’t have schools that are not safe. I’ve toured the current Post Middle School and I can certainly understand the conclusion that the cost of bringing it up to safety standards, including seismic codes, would be more or as much as the cost of building a new school. This was the same conclusion that was reached when the time came to do something with Presidents Elementary. It was a good decision then to replace Presidents Elementary and it is a good decision now to replace Post Middle School.
New study pulls back veil on Everett’s coronavirus patient
A New England Journal of Medicine article with local expert insight is guiding officials worldwide.
Embraer malfunction similar to 737 Max issue probed by NTSB
Investigators found the captain’s thumb switch that adjusts the trim had been installed upside down.
Trump acquittal now likely Wednesday
Senate nixes testimony from witnesses
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.
Many area schools seeing decline in girls basketball turnout
The dwindling participation numbers have forced many programs to not field C-teams.
Stonewall Top 100: British Military Services Fall In 2020 Employer Rankings
All three services have ranked worse in this year's list, compared to 2019.
Nike Vaporfly: World Athletics set to rule on running shoe range
World Athletics is set to tighten regulations of high-tech running shoes, including the controversial Nike Vaporfly range.
Drama As Zungu’s Move Falls Through...
It looked as though Bongani Zungu was on the verge of a dream move to LaLiga in Spain, but there are now fears that the move will fall through…
How I've explored 13 countries in a wheelchair
There's a lot of stress when it comes to travelling with a disability. But don't let that subtract from a good time or stifle an adventurous spirit.
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.
PM's climate fix puts taxpayer dollars at risk
The bilateral energy agreement with NSW is by a long way the second best, more costly and higher risk climate solution.
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.
Auschwitz couple who found each other 72 years later
When Holocaust survivor David Wisnia met his concentration camp girlfriend, former Australian resident Helen Spitzer, he learnt she saved his life five times.
Universities wrong-footed by fires, a deadly virus and Brexit
Still reeling from the bushfires, Australia's universities are now facing threats from the coronavirus and aggressive competition from a post-Brexit Britain.
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.
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.
Submarine jobs poised to go west
The Morrison government is leaning towards sending ASC's submarine maintenance blue collar jobs to Perth, risking its relationship with key senator Rex Patrick.
SMSF trustees need simpler, cheaper regulation
Looking for straightforward advice and getting tied up in paperwork or high fees? Why it's time for change.
We are with Europe, but not of it
The scale of Boris Johnson's task to heal Britain after Brexit is matched only by the size of his gargantuan ego.
Universities seek new markets after triple-blow
The UK's highly competitive visas for foreign students, along with the bushfires and coronavirus, threaten Australia's $38 billion higher education market.
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?
Hayne's shock treatment worked
The royal commission was designed to shock the entire financial services system into change. It was brutal, but it delivered.
Microsoft is offering up to $20,000 to researchers who find bugs in Xbox
Microsoft is handing out up to $20,000 to security researchers who can unearth vulnerabilities in Xbox.
Satoshi Nakaboto: ‘We should be investing in blockchain, says Andrew Yang’
Our robot colleague Satoshi Nakaboto writes about Bitcoin every fucking day.
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 […]
Don’t be fooled: Blockchains are not miracle security solutions
Blockchains are neither security holes nor miracle security solutions. They must be considered within their ecosystem and addressed using standard methods.
Musk says Tesla is closing in on the 400-mile range mark
According to Musk, Tesla's battery cell technology has improved and is improving at such a rate, that it won't be much longer until it launches a 400-mile range Model S
PHP is a coding skill every programmer needs to know. Learn it now for under $30.
With that kind of history and pervasiveness, it’s a coding discipline any worthy programmer should have at their disposal. If you need it, that training is available now in The Essential PHP Coding Bundle ($29.99, over 90 percent off).
Huawei is not looking back to using Google (but still leaving the door open)
Yes, the trade war is still on-going which unfortunately placed Huawei in an awkward situation. Starting from the Mate 30 series onward, they won't be able to use any Google mobile services (GMS) but according to new insights from Fred Wangfei, a Huawei executive, he said that the company probably won't return to using GMS even if the ban is lifted by the US government.
Global smartphone sales of 2019 revealed, with Apple taking top spot in Q4 2019
With 2019 over, it was only a matter of time before analysts shared the big numbers for 2019. Research organisations have provided a few interesting facts to chew on, such as how Samsung still holds the largest smartphone market share, Huawei overtaking Apple for the overall second spot, and Apple managing to snag a top spot for Q4 2019.
The Samsung Galaxy S20 series could be released on 6 March 2020
The next big event this 2020 is none other than Samsung Unpacked 2020 and it's coming earlier than scheduled. However, we got some interesting news that the release date for the Samsung Galaxy S20 series is sooner than expected which is 6 March 2020.
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
Did Apple Spend Billions on Improving Version of Maps?
Apple is always one of the forward thinkers and now chooses to invest a chunk of their profit in improving maps to make it one of the more used navigation apps out there.
Meek Mill Sounds Off About “Young Black Kids In Slave Contracts In The Music Business”
He’s hoping to set a better example with his Dream Chasers and Roc Nation partnership.
Google-Backed 1Life Healthcare Surges 58% in Trading Debut
1Life Healthcare Inc., a provider of tech-driven primary care clinics under the One Medical brand, closed its first day of trading up 58% after raising $245 million in an initial public offering.
All-New 2021 Kia Sedona Coming Soon With Big Changes
At the 2018 New York Auto Show, the Kia Sedona minivan was given a refresh with updated styling, a more spa...
Corvette Stingray C8 Customers Won't Get The Car They Ordered
The last thing you want to hear after you've taken the time to configure and order your perfect supercar is...
2020 Goodwood Festival Of Speed Theme Announced
From new model debuts and historic race cars to drifting displays and hill climb time trials, the Goodwood ...
A Hotter 400-HP Toyota Supra GRMN Is Coming
An even hotter Toyota Supra could be on the way. As brilliant as the GR Supra is with its 335-hp turbocharg...
5 Reasons Why The Genesis GV80 Has A Best-In-Class Interior
CarBuzz was invited down to Miami, Florida for the US debut of the 2021 Genesis GV80, the company's first S...
WATCH: Fire department rescues deer from Ohio pool
The homeowner hadn’t looked out her back door in several days. When she did around 11 a.m. Thursday, though, she discovered something unusual about her pool.
'Large boulder the size of a small boulder' Tweet by sheriff's office goes viral
A Colorado sheriff's office Tweet is going viral due to their unusual description of a boulder's size.
Hlophe’s lawyer Barnabas Xulu ordered to pay back R20m to fisheries dept
Judge Rogers this week found BXI had received the payments for work done based on invalid writs of execution and notices of attachment.
Four home decor trends to know for 2020
Soft to the touch, velvet finishes add a level of comfort and glamour to any room.
Kia Picanto undergoes specification rethink
Smart’s revisions have gone the other way with the removal of the rear parking sensors and reverse camera.
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.
Insecurity: Buhari must bring in fresh hands ―Tanko Yakassi
Founding member of the Arewa Consultative Forum and Kano politician, Alhaji Tanko Yakassi, has counselled President Buhari.
The 20 biggest January window signings in football
The January transfer market is relatively quiet in comparison with the summer's, but that hasn't stopped clubs from splashing the cash when.
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
Senate probes poor state of refineries
Mandates Committee to Kick Start Work on PIB By Henry Umoru – Abuja The Senate has begun a probe into what it described as the poor state of refineries the nation’s According to the Senate despite $25 billion dollars spent in the last 25 years, the refineries are still in comatose. Consequently, the Senate mandatedRead More
Man United fail with Josh King bid as striker search continues
Manchester United are said to have failed with a bid to sign Bournemouth's Joshua King, who has become the latest forward.
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
Mischievous people twisting Buhari’s comments on insecurity ― Presidency
Presidency yesterday lamented over what it described as mischievous twisting of President Muhammadu Buhari's comments
The Sardauna of our era
IT was the former American President, Abraham Lincoln, who said in one of his famous quotes: “Things may come to those who wait, but
IGR: 36 States, FCT record N986.29bn in 9months
The 36 States of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) recorded Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) of N986.29 billion in...
PDP pledges to defend Nigeria democracy, institutions
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has assured Nigerians that it would continue to protect and defend democracy and its institutions.
Brexit Day: What to know when U.K. leaves EU
More than 3 1/2 years after the landmark Brexit referendum, the United Kingdom will finally leave the European Union at 11 p.m. GMT on Friday.
FG mulls release of 2021-2025 Medium Term Development Plan
The Federal government says the successor Medium, Term National Development Plan: 2021-2025 will be ready soon.
World Athletics puts the brakes on Nike’s record-breaking shoes
Nike’s Vaporfly have been outlawed for elite competition and strict limits on the technology developed for any shoes after World Athletics
Critical infrastructure: Enugu govt approves over N2.5bn
Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State has approved the execution of development projects worth over N2.5 billion.
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.
Erdogan threatens counter-offensive against Syrian Army in Idlib
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan warned Friday that Ankara may start a military operation in Idlib if the situation in that troubled region was not immediately resolved. READ ALSO: Syrian Army storms key sector inside southwester Aleppo Speaking in Ankara, Erdogan warned that Turkey would be unable to deal with an influx of Syrian refugees who may try to flee to southern Turkey amid the Syrian Army’s ongoing campaign against terrorist militias in Idlib. “If [the situation] in Idlib does not return to normal, we will proceed with action. We sincerely want stability in Syria. The political process must be implemented quickly and fairly. We will not shy away from doing whatever it takes to achieve this, including using military force,” Erdogan said. According to the Turkish president, the situation in Syria was “as important” to Ankara as the situation inside Turkey’s own borders. Erdogan also accused “those who support the Syrian regime” of being “committed to continuing the crisis in Syria.”
The Great Brady Heist Challenge
The official rules for The Great Brady Heist Challenge.
Top Tweets: Former and current Wisconsin athletes pay tribute to Kobe Bryant
FOX Sports Wisconsin compiles the top tweets and Instagram posts from the past week.
All You Need to Know About Kabaddi World Cup 2020
Although kabaddi is only popular in certain Asian countries, this sport has the potential to take over the world, if properly marketed. The Kabaddi World Cup 2020 is currently being prepared, and it will take place in Dubai.Before we discuss the upcoming competition, let’s take a look at some of the previous ones. Read on!World Cups in 2004, 2007, and 2016The latest Kabaddi World Cup took place in 2016. However, there wasn’t a four-year break before that. Instead, the tournament before that was in 2007, while the initial World Cup took place back in 2004. In other words, the 2020 World Cup will only be the fourth kabaddi competition of this kind. All three previous World Cups took place in India — the country that won all three competitions as well. What’s even more interesting is that they met with Iran in the finals every single time. This fact alone is enough to conclude which countries pay the most attention to this sport.In 2004, Canada managed to win the bronze medal. To this day, Canada remains the only…
Sapcorda releases unique data service for high precision GNSS in USA and Europe
SAPA - Safe And Precise Augmentation
Three for the Weekend in Latvia: Tempting tourism, Fantasy science, Documentary film
Stuck for something to do in Latvia this weekend? You shouldn't be, there's plenty happening!
Going with the wind energy in Latvia
Going green has been an international hot topic for a while, with Latvian President Egils Levits discussing at the recent World Economic Forum how Latvia could become a renewable energy role model, and an increasing portion of the Latvian energy portfolio will be made up of wind energy.
Russia Wants a New Trade Deal with the UK
Russia wants to conclude a new trade agreement with the UK after the country leaves the European Union, said Russian Ambassador to London Andrey Kelin, quoted by BGNES. Russia and the UK must sign agreements in the fields of aviation, transport, trade in nuclear materials, etc.
More than 2,000 Schools in Bulgaria Are in Flu Vacation
Twenty-one Bulgarian regions have been affected by this season’s flu outbreak and 2079 have suspended classes, said the press office of the Ministry of Education and Science. Classes have already been cancelled in the regions of Blagoevgrad, Burgas, Varna, Gabrovo, Dobrich, Kardzhali, Kyustendil, Pazardzhik, Pernik, Smolyan, Sofia-city, Sofia-region, Haskovo and Yambol.
Zaharieva: The Bulgarians from Wuhan will Leave China Tomorrow
They have expressed a desire to be removed from the city The three Bulgarians in Wuhan will leave China tomorrow, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ekaterina Zaharieva confirmed in response to a journalist's question today.
New Looks at A Quiet Place 2 Reveal the Sequel Will Answer the First Movie's Biggest Mysteries
As terrifying as A Quiet Place’s sound-seeking monsters were in their own right, what made the film so intense was the unsettling atmosphere that shaped its characters’ lives. While you knew that the Abbott family was in a constant state of danger, the movie provided little explanation about what the creatures were, where they came from, and how they managed to destroy the world.
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.
Perth energy firm SSE ‘on course’ to deliver targets
Perth-based energy giant SSE said it expected to meet its full year targets yesterday despite its renewable energy output falling 5% behind forecasts for the first nine months of the year.
Dundee mental health support scheme hailed as national success story
The success of a new approach to supporting mental health issues in Dundee has been hailed as a national success.
BREXIT DAY: ‘Brussels lined up with London’ – former SNP deputy leader Jim Sillars says EU exit helps independence campaign
Former SNP deputy leader Jim Sillars claims Brexit will make it easier to win a second referendum on Scottish independence.
Trial of Fife woman accused of embezzling almost £6k from architects postponed
The trial of a woman accused of embezzling nearly £6,000 from an award-winning firm of architects was postponed yesterday to allow lawyers to agree a transcript of a police interview.
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.
Bid to capture industry’s action on climate crisis
A new project aims to help the Scottish farming industry accurately record and measure the positive steps it is taking to tackle climate change by sequestering carbon.
Council leader dismisses quality of life table putting Dundee 29th out of 32 Scottish districts
New figures ranking Scottish local authority areas based on quality of life have been dismissed as “not necessarily robust”.
Retailers call for two hours free parking in Perth city centre to bring back shoppers
Retailers have called for two hours of free parking to be introduced in Perth city centre to help bring shoppers from the outskirts and beyond back to the high street.
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).
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.
CONFIRMED: Dundee make first deadline day signing
Christie Elliott has signed for Dundee, as revealed by Courier Sport.
EVE MUIRHEAD: We’ll soon find out which side the Scotland rugby players are on
I don’t think you can have a definitive position on the Finn Russell situation with Scotland unless you know the whole background and all the details of what happened.
BREXIT DAY: Scotch pies and general indifference – how Britain’s entry into Europe was reported in 1973
On January 1 1973, following years of negotiations, Prime Minister Edward "Ted" Heath realised his dream of taking the UK into the European Communities.
Rab did not expect swinging in a hammock to be so relaxing
Out for his usual walk in the forest, Rab McNeil was persuaded by a random impulse to investigate Fairy Glen instead. During this deviation, a fishing net and two trees introduced him to the joy of swing... you about it.
OPINION: As an outsider, this is why I chose to live in Dundee over Perth
I became an adopted Taysider when I moved to Perth in 2018 and I now call Dundee home.
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.
Economic Survey outlines strategy to achieve $5 trillion economy, says PM Modi
In a social media post, PM Modi said that the Economic Survey, tabled in Parliament today, highlights the government's strategy to achieve $5 trillion economy.
It stifles freedom: Economic Survey cautions Modi govt against excessive intervention in market | 10 points
The Economic Survey has said govt interventions often result in undermining the market's ability to support wealth creation and lead to outcomes which are opposite to those intended.
Nasa remembers fourth person to exceed speed of sound, WWII and bomber pilots on Day of Remembrance
On Day of Remembrance, Nasa remembers the fourth person to exceed speed of sound, a World War II pilot of a bomber fighter plane and a naval aviator who flew 48 combat missions in supersonic jet interceptor plane F-4s over Vietnam.
Is India's GDP growth overstated? Economic Survey counters Arvind Subramanian, others
Beginning from Arvind Subramanian, several economists and international agencies have raised doubts over India's GDP growth rate figures in past one year. The Economic Survey 2020-21 rejects the charge.
Formal employment rises from 17.9% to 22.8% in 6 years: Economic Survey
Economic Survey: A rise in share of formal employment indicates that more people are getting regular jobs and being employed in the organised sector.
India bans export of protective masks, clothing amid coronavirus outbreak
India banned exports of all kinds of personal protection equipment, including clothing and masks used to protect people from air borne particles.
My Gandhi vs your Gandhi over CAA: President Kovind says citizenship law fulfills Mahatma’s wish
Both the government and the protesters invoke Mahatma Gandhi to justify their action with regard to the Citizenship Amendment Act. The father of the nation stands divided in two ideologically contrasting camps.
Budget 2020: Why focus on wealth creation is good news for Indian economy
The Economic Survey 2019-20 has managed to hit the bullseye by focusing on wealth creation. It now remains to be seen whether the government provides the tools and environment required for the same.
Economic Survey sources data from Wikipedia, other private entities
The Economic Survey 2019-20 has sourced certain data from Wikipedia, which is not considered as reliable source of information.
UK set to say goodbye to EU: Chronology of Brexit divorce deal
On January 29, 2020, the European Parliament approved the Brexit divorce deal under which the UK will leave the EU on January 31.
International bid from Ethio Telecom (TENDER)
The RFI remains floating from February 3, 2020 up to march 2, 2020. RFI document can be obtained free of charge from Ethio Telecom’s head office room no. 207 during office hours (Monday to Friday). Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information from ethio’s Website and collect the RFI document in person from Head quarter, 2nd Floor, and room no. 207.
China auto sector braces, hopes coronavirus impact is short-lived
SHANGHAI/BEIJING (Reuters) - The new coronavirus epidemic is likely to wreak havoc on China auto sales and production in the first quarter, but it is too early to push panic buttons as ground could be made up later in the year, industry executives said. Dongfeng Motor Group and its partners Honda Motor, Renault and PSA all have factories there. "We expect (China) vehicle production to decline 3% for the full year, with production down 15% in the first quarter, including the extended new year s
GMC could have used Jeep's prized grille design on its born-again Hummer
The GMC Hummer EV due out in 2021 could have launched with the seven-slot grille design prized by Jeep. The two off-road experts have a common heritage.
5 big questions facing each NL East club
We come to you bearing excellent news. Even though it is still freezing outside, even though they are still playing football, the baseball season is close, closer than you think. It’s even time to start previewing divisions. Previously: The American League West Today, our biweekly series previewing each of baseball's
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.
DTA tweaks IT contracting rules to help government get on with agile
Changes also put supplier performance under the spotlight.
EA's tepid forecast overshadows quarterly beat, shares slip
Amid rising competition from console, mobile developers.
Anti-virus maker Avast shutters data harvester Jumpshot
Privacy scandal news saw share price fall off a cliff.
Domino's wants software development classed as a manufacturing industry
Warns Australian tech job market is getting dysfunctional, again.
Apple supplier LG Display posts fourth quarterly loss in a row
Loss smaller than expected.
EUR/USD: Extra gains seen above 1.1088 – Commerzbank
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Cable is expected to extend the broader consolidative mood amidst the prevailing mixed outlook, suggested FX Strategists at UOB Group. Key Quotes 24-h
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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
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Can the Fed heavily pressure the USD? – Rabobank
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Canadian Nov. GDP will be in focus on Friday – TDS
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NZD/USD finds support near 0.6450, stages modest recovery
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EUR/GBP on the defensive around 0.8400 ahead of Brexit
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Copper Futures: There is still room for further losses
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USD/JPY stays under pressure and targets 108.40 – UOB
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WTI (oil futures on NYMEX) reverses half the Thursday’s recovery rally and surrenders the $53 mark in European session this Friday. The black gold ext
Gold steadies around $1,580, looks to post highest monthly close since April 2013
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USD/JPY pares early gains, turns flat below 109 ahead of US data
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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.
Economic Survey: ‘Thalinomics’ Reveals How The Cost Of Your Thali Has Come Down Since 2015-16
How the common man’s food affordability has improved since 2015-16.
Budget Session: Economic Survey 2019-20 To Be Presented In Parliament Today
The budget session of the Parliament is set to commence from Friday (31 January) with an address by President Ram Nath Kovind to joint sitting of both the houses, reports India Today.
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.
‘Need For Wealth Creation’: Lessons From Thirukkural, Arthashastra And Ten New Ideas In Economic Survey 2020
‘Since the wealth cannot be distributed unless created, the wealth creators are India’s wealth’
Major Overhaul In External Affairs Ministry: New Verticals On Trade, Technology & Economy, Strategic Projects To Get More Attention
This is the first major overhaul in the ministry in nearly five decades.
Finance Ministry Summons Infosys Asking Explanation For Its Inability To Resolve Technical Glitches Galore In GST System
Finance Ministry Summons Infosys Asking Explanation For Its Inability To Resolve Technical Glitches Galore In GSTN
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB gets good infotainment, but don’t get the AI
The GLB takes a niche slot and throws shade at the smaller GLA.
Nintendo: No new Switch model planned for 2020
Power gap between the portable hybrid and new next-gen consoles looks set to widen.
WarCraft III Reforged: Not the flavor of chaos we were hoping for
We tried—seriously—to keep our cool while cataloging this $30 re-release's woes.
Expert: Taxes beat bans for promoting reusable bags
More places are restricting or banning plastic bags at the store. A professor of economics and public policy says taxes better push people to reusable.
To save honey bees, tinker with their microbiomes?
Genetic engineered bacteria in the guts of honey bees could pump out medicines to protect the bees against Varroa mites and deformed wing virus.
Official Watch: A Guide To This Weekend's Six Nations Referees
Here is your guide to this weekend's referees as the 2020 Guinness Six Nations gets underway on February 1 and Febraury 2
NRSA provides free training to high-risked drivers at Nkawkaw
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Amazon’s 2019 Transparency Report Shows Slight Decline in Government Requests
Amazon’s 2019 transparency report says it received 1,841 subpoenas, 440 search warrants, and 114 other requests in the second half of 2019.
Apple Chipmaker Says Supply Not Affected By Coronavirus
One of Apple's chipmakers, TMSC, insists it is business as usual despite the coronavirus disrupting supply chains.
These 5 Valentine's Day-themed puzzles will get you in the holiday spirit. Can you solve them all?, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - All five of these Valentine's Day puzzles are filled to the brim with love, hearts, candy, flowers — the works.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Delta's credit card revamp makes its cards better than ever, and you can earn up to 100,000 miles with the current welcome bonuses — but only until April 1, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Delta revamped its lineup of co-branded Amex credit cards, and you can currently earn up to 100,000 miles with the limited-time welcome bonuses.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Amazon set to blow past a $1 trillion valuation after topping analysts' earnings expectations, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The company previously touted $1 trillion valuations in September 2018 and July 2019, though the milestones were quickly lost as shares tumbled.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
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
Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski get the cover they need to vote for witnesses in Trump's impeachment trial, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Democrats need four GOP votes to reach a 51-vote majority and pass the motion, but just three Republicans appear ready to vote with them on the issue.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
A Singapore couple just paid US$2 million for a crazy romantic staycation, featuring 10,000 roses, diamond chopsticks, and a 18-course meal on a private jet, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Crazy Rich Asians IRL.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
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
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
Buzzy primary care company One Medica just popped in its stock market debut after raising $245 million in its IPO, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - One Medical is set to start trading Friday under the ticker "ONEM." One Medical was founded on the idea of making it easier to get medical care.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
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
Goldman Sachs warns Wuhan coronavirus will hit US economic growth this quarter, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Fewer Chinese tourists and a drop in US exports to China could weigh on the economy.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
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 10 most dangerous US states to work in, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Some states have more dangerous jobs than others. We took a look at fatal workplace injury rates across the US.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
A labor attorney explains the work rules around getting sick in the office, whether you're facing a small cold or the coronavirus, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Generally, an employer can require a sick employee to leave work — but those employees won't always be required to get paid.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Just a fraction of voters want to block witnesses in Trump's impeachment trial — but Republicans are likely to block them anyway, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - While 37% of likely Republican voters don't see a need for any witnesses, 45% want some combination of witnesses to testify.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
10 things you need to know before the opening bell, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - This is what traders are talking about.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
A crocodile in Indonesia has had a tire stuck on its head for years — and there's a reward for anyone brave enough to get it off, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Previous attempts to get the tire off, such as luring the crocodile using chicken and meat, have been unsuccessful.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
POWER RANKING: Here's who has the best chance of becoming the 2020 Democratic presidential nominee, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - We've combined Insider polling and results of Morning Consult's daily survey to create a weekly power ranking of the potential 2020 candidates.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
A bookstore in Canada is filled with adorable foster kittens that customers can adopt, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Customers can read, drink coffee, and play with adorable cats at the Otis & Clementine's Books & Coffee shop in Canada.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Apple must fight to keep the iPhone's Lightning port as the EU presses ahead on forcing standardized phone chargers, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The EU might kill the Lightning port on the iPhone.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Trump failed to slash healthcare benefits for the poor when his Obamacare repeal effort collapsed — so now he's trying to do it on his own, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Congress rejected the idea during the Trump administration's effort to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
This pilot influencer is giving her more than 500,000 Instagram followers an inside look at the world of aviation, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The pilot influencer offers a candid look at the perks and difficulties of life as a short haul pilot in Europe.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Parliament approves additional UGX 164b for health sector
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Parliament has approved an additional budget of 164.05 billion shillings to the health sector in the financial year 2020/2021. This followed the adoption of the Budget Committee report on the National Budget Framework Paper in which Members of Parliament recommended additional funds for different activities under the health sector. The …
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 …
Spain’s ‘Little Britain’ braces for Brexit
Orihuela, Spain | AFP | On the sun-drenched eastern coast of Spain, British retirees, workers and small business owners are braced for an uncertain future after Britain leaves the European Union on Friday. “It is worrying what happens now,” said Karen Watling, 73, who moved to the Orihuela Costa in Alicante province with her husband after …
South Sudan refugees demand audience with Kiir, Machar
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | South Sudan nationals living in refugee camps in Uganda have appealed to President Salvar Kiir and armed opposition leader Dr. Riek Machar to visit them and get their views towards achieving a lasting peace in the war-ravaged country. There are over one million refugees from South Sudan, 80 percent of …
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 …
Chinese firm applies for construction of 840MW Ayago dam
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A Chinese company Power China International Group Limited has submitted an application to construct the 840 Mega Watts Ayago hydropower plant on River Nile. According to the Uganda Gazette this week, the company seeks a license for generation and sale of electricity from Ayago dam on River Nile in Kiryandongo …
Truth about Trump economy
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UCE: Half of the candidates fail physics and chemistry
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Nearly half of the students who sat for the Uganda Certificate of Education- UCE exams failed Physics and Chemistry papers. Results released this morning by the Uganda National Examinations Board indicate that at least 166,530, out of the 333,060 students who sat for the 2019 examinations, scored F9 in …
MLB should take cue from NHL, NBA and tweak All-Star events to maximize fun
We have some ideas to make the Midsummer Classic even more of an event.
Super Bowl FanDuel Picks: NFL DFS advice for Chiefs vs. 49ers
The Super Bowl is not only the last game of the season, it's also your last chance to play NFL DFS. Get lineup picks and advice for FanDuel contests ahead of the Chiefs-49ers matchup.
Elon Musk Just Dropped A Chill EDM Track 'Don't Doubt ur Vibe' That Doesn't Suck
The world is a strange place when meme lord Elon Musk is dropping music.
It's a cob! Nottingham man 'sabotages' Greggs bacon roll advert
That settles it then
IKEA customers can now pay someone to build flatpacks in their homes
It's available for Nottingham customers
Nottingham families wanted for Channel 4's money saving programme Supershoppers
The hidden secrets of big brands will be revealed
Tributes to 'feisty woman with a wicked sense of humour' who died after Ollerton crash
'Your sister, three children, their partners and six grandchildren will miss you terribly'
Trump impeachment trial heads for witness vote showdown
Trump's Republicans, however, have opposed the measure
Brexit day: All change on January 31?
At the stroke of midnight, the UK enters into an 11-month transition period
Clear skies over most parts of Oman
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Coronavirus: WHO declares global health emergency
Despite the urgency, the medical expert wants business as usual for commerce and travel
Tanhaji Box Office Day 21: Ajay Devgn’s Period Drama Has An Excellent 3rd Week
Tanhaji Box Office: Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior enjoyed an excellent third week as collections stayed over the 2.75 crores mark right through. Considering the fact that the third Friday was 5.38 crore
Panga Box Office: Here’s The Daily Breakdown Of Kangana Ranaut Starrer
Panga Box Office: Kangana Ranaut starrer Panga which locked horns with Varun Dhawan-Shraddha Kapoor's Street Dancer 3D has performed way below expectations at the ticket windows. After taking a start
Koimoi Audience Poll 2019: From Sonam Kapoor To Sonakshi Sinha, Vote For Your Favourite Indian Suit-Outfit
We are back to treat you with some mesmerizing looks that the actresses of the Bollywood brigade have flaunted in 2019. While we have often chosen our best looks from the sequenced sarees or lehengas
Street Dancer 3D Box Office: Here’s The Daily Breakdown Of Varun Dhawan-Shraddha Kapoor Starrer
Street Dancer 3D Box Office: Varun Dhawan and Shraddha Kapoor starrer latest Bollywood dance film has followed quite an underwhelming trend at the Box Office. The film took a below-par start and conti
Performance-Based Mahindra Funster EV Concept To Debut At Auto Expo
Mahindra Funster is said to develop 312 PS from four electric motors mounted on each wheel; 0-100 kmph in under five seconds
5 Electric Vehicles Launched In Jan 2020 In India – Bajaj Chetak To MG ZS EV
The growing trend of shifting towards electric vehicles has resulted in five new EV launches in the country this month (Jan 2020)
2021 Kia Sorento Facelift Leaked, Gets Telluride Inspired Design
2021 Kia Sorento facelift gets a thoroughly updated exterior and interior in line with the flagship Telluride SUV
Lexus LC 500h Luxury Coupe Launched In India At Rs. 1.96 Crore
Lexus LC 500h uses a 3.5-litre V6 hybrid petrol engine developing 354 horsepower and it can sprint from zero to 100 kmph in just 4.7 seconds
Upcoming VW A0 (Kia Seltos/Creta Rival) SUV Teased, Debut On 3rd Feb
VW MQB AO IN SUV will become a direct rival of the Kia Seltos and Hyundai Creta, it will aim to help the German auto giant gain a stronger grip on the highly competitive local market
2020 Ford Endeavour BS6 2.0L Diesel With 10-Speed AT Launch Soon
2020 Ford Endeavour BS6 version will likely get an all-new 2.0-litre 170 hp producing diesel engine with a ten-speed automatic transmission
Illumination's Mario Movie Is "Moving Along Smoothly", Aiming For 2022 Release
Nintendo is "proactively involved"
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Our regularly updated picks of discounted games on Switch
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Third-Party Switch Game Sales Have Increased By More Than 50% Year-On-Year
The Wii U days are long gone
Sony Is Asking PS4 Owners If They Want Remote Play On The Nintendo Switch
A 'DualShock with a screen' is also mentioned
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US advises no travel to China, where virus deaths top 200
BEIJING — The U.S. advised against all travel to China as the number of cases of a worrying new virus spiked more than tenfold in a week, including the highest death toll in a 24-hour period reported Friday.
Champagne discusses coronavirus response, evacuation with China counterpart
OTTAWA — Foreign Affairs Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne has spoken to his Chinese counterpart about the coronavirus outbreak, a day after the World Health Organization called it a global health emergency.
Third day of talks between Ontario's public elementary teachers and government
TORONTO — Contract talks are to resume today for a third day in a row between Ontario's public elementary teachers and the government.
Longtime Laurier political science prof to be remembered at memorial next week
Barry Kay passed away in December
Overspending the theme, but Canadians already digging themselves out of holiday debt: poll
On average, we spent $459 more than planned
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 troubling trend toward a "service industry" and "massive exodus" of talent.
HBC board unanimously backs Baker offer in amended and stated circular
TORONTO — The board of directors of Hudson's Bay Co. has unanimously recommended shareholders support a sweetened offer to take the retailer private.
Statistics Canada says GDP edged up 0.1 per cent in November
OTTAWA — Statistics Canada says real gross domestic product edged up 0.1 per cent in November, reversing most of the decline experienced in October.
Survey trusts free markets to create wealth
CEA Krishnamurthy Subramanian suggests many micro solutions for macro problems
Training institutes for drivers, fleet modernisation are need of the hour, says Bhaskar Rao
Bhaskar Rao, Commissioner of Police, Bengaluru City, has said that each State in the country needs a high-quality driver training institute. Delivering his keynote address at ‘Road Ahead’ for the tran
Non-cash payments under I-T Act: 7 electronic modes get CBDT nod
BHIM, UPI, debit/credit cardsand net banking make the cut
Economic Survey: Time to scrap Essential Commodities Act?
‘Government intervention in agriculture market doing more harm than good’
Assemble in India for world can raise export market by 6 per cent by 2030: Economic Survey
India must focus on a group of industries, referred to as “network products”, where production processes are globally fragmented and controlled by leading multi-national enterprises (MNEs) within thei
Balanced growth is essential for democracy
Economic development is uneven across State lines and social classes. A consensual approach is needed to move India forward
Podcast: Economic Survey (Round-up)
The Economic Survey stated that the Indian economy is expected to grow 6-6.5 percent in 2020-21.This GDP growth forecast is seen as somewhat ambitious, given that Indian economy is widely expected to
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
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
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
Hindustan Unilever Q3: Steady performance amidst the slowdown
Despite the ongoing consumption slowdown, Hindustan Unilever has been able to maintain the same 5 per cent year-on-year growth in volumes in each of the last three quarters. It has been able to hold v
Coronavirus may impact availability of some Samsung Galaxy S20 accessories
Virus outbreak has led to delay in release of third-party accessories
Two loan products launched by Indian Bank
Indian Bank on Thursday announced the launch of two products - Surya Shakthi, for roof top solar set up for captive consumption and Corporate Loan, a finance product in aid of units under stress for w
Bharti Airtel removed from DGFT’s Denied Entry List
Telecom major submits
Wipro: A new CEO should go beyond the tried and tested
Wipro on Friday said its CEO & MD has resigned from the company citing family commitments. A statement from the company said the Board of Directors has initiated a search to identify the next
NBFCs: Survey’s new diagnostic tool ‘Health Score’ may help avert liquidity crisis
The recent funding crunch in the economy caused by the blowouts in the NBFC sector (IL&FS, DHFL etc) over the last two years has clearly prompted the Government to look at the problems of fina
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Need new mechanism for revising fuel prices: South India Motor Transport Association
A revision once in three/six months can lift the mood of the transport sector that is battling many challenges, says SIMTA
Privatisation pitch: BPCL’s short-term price rally not a convincing argument
What really matters for long-term wealth creation is true reforms and free market
How to improve crop insurance coverage
The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana must undergo a cost-benefit audit and be updated to allow for income stabilisation for farmers
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
SBI profits zooms 41% to ₹5,583 crore in Q3
State Bank of India, on Friday, reported a robust 41 per cent jump in net profit at ₹5,583 crore in the third quarter ended December 31, 2019, along with an improvement in asset quality. The bank sa
SBI records 41 per cent jump in Q3 net profit at Rs 5,583 crore
The bank says this is the highest ever quarterly net profit recorded by it
‘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 advocates further ‘economic freedom’
While it does makes a case for further reform, it falls short on prescriptions and sector-specific insights
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
Thalinomics and the improved affordability of a plate of food
Move over the Big Mac Index! The Economic Survey 2020 has made a unique attempt to quantify the cost incurred in putting together one complete home-made meal — the healthy Indian thali.A trend of coin
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 sets the tone for Budget 2020
The Survey's theme is 'Wealth Creation'
Does Sensex really mirror the economy?
Change in index constituents also influenced by trading volume, market capitalisation
Drug Price Control Order led medicines to become costlier: Economic Survey
Survey urges government to opt for bulk procurement to provide affordable drugs
Raising funds for infrastructure will be "challenge": Economic Survey
States that well prepared projects might attract investors
Experts say masks are unnecessary if you are well
Experts say masks are unnecessary if you are well
NYT writer says world is suffering because Xi govt delayed announcing Wuhan virus outbreak
NYT writer says world is suffering because Xi govt delayed announcing Wuhan virus outbreak
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.
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.
New Zealand Box Office continues to Impress in 2019
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Proposals on Israel/Palestine are an affront to Palestinians
The Trump administration’s proposals on Israel and Palestine, announced on Tuesday, are an affront to Palestinian rights and dignity and have none of the elements of a realistic peace plan. The proposals, launched jointly by President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, were drawn up by Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner, who has extensive business and financial links with Israeli companies.
Auckland fruit fly response comes to a successful end
Friday 31 January 2020
Orders for NatShield Sanitizer Spike after Outbreak
KUALA LUMPUR / PERTH, Jan 30, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - ASX-listed Holista CollTech (ASX:HCT, 'Holista') announced today a strong spike in demand in Malaysia for it all-natural disinfectant spray NatShield™ Sanitizer containing the powerful Path-Away® anti-microbial compound. The increased demand follows the recent outbreak of the deadly coronavirus originating in Wuhan, China.
Shell and TransDiesel to Partner in NZ
31 January 2020
Keep New Zealand Beautiful welcomes Wellington branch
Not-for-profit organisation Keep New Zealand Beautiful will now have a Wellington City based branch, Keep Wellington Beautiful.
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.
$12M funding boost - regional water storage and use project
12M funding boost - regional water storage and use project
How is New Zealand’s landscape changing?
January 31, 2020
Activities coming for Otago and Southland highways
31 January 2020
High Commissioner to Tuvalu Announced
Rt Hon Winston Peters
Can we fix it? Yes we did: Police locate stolen tools
Can we fix it? Yes we did: Dunedin police locate stolen tools"
CEAC supports Northland $100 million for rail restoration
Friday 31st January 2020
E tū: safety of Air NZ Wuhan crew paramount
The union for aviation, E tū, says it’s working to secure assurances about the safety of up to 10 volunteer cabin crew and any ground crew operating the Air New Zealand evacuation flight from Wuhan.
Chinese Poll Tax Heritage Trust funding round now open
MEDIA RELEASE
ZEALANDIA book celebrates the “Valley that Changed a Nation”
31 January 2020
Coca-Cola announcement fails to fizz
Yesterday Coca-Cola New Zealand announced a sugar reduction goal of 20% across its portfolio by 2025.
Greater support for people in mental health crisis
30 January 2020
Rail investment ‘fantastic news’ for Northland, says Reade
January 31, 2020
Air New Zealand update on Shanghai services
31 January 2020
Farm confidence rises but concern about compliance costs
Farm confidence rises but concern about compliance costs runs deep
Spread some of the infrastructure spending wider
An increase in central government’s contribution to local authority roading costs should be a priority for some of the $4 billion in unallocated infrastructure spending the Government still has up its sleeve, Federated Farmers says.
DOC call to use the loos in Abel Tasman National Park
31 January 2020
AA Insurance awarded Shine’s DVFREE Tick
AA Insurance awarded Shine’s DVFREE Tick for creating a domestic violence-free workplace
Sweating Robot Beats the Heat
By leaking water, a soft robotic gripper cools itself more efficiently than humans do
Sligo Rovers return to their roots with fan-researched home jersey for 2020 season
‘Our last stripe jersey was five years ago, so I think it’s time to go back to our roots,’ said the club’s CEO, Colin Feehily.
'Well done, young man! That stuff about your granny, not so much.' A farewell to the face of RTE's racing coverage
The much-respected Robert Hall will wrap up his time in front of the cameras this weekend, writes Johnny Ward.
McGeady back in the Championship after leaving Sunderland on loan
The Republic of Ireland international will spend the remainder of the season with Charlton Athletic.
Donald Trump has made Israel great
Pres. Trump's peace is a wonderful dream which is realistic and solves every issue. Opinion.
Chicago Jews train to defend synagogues responsibly
CCL Shul Members aims to train Jewish carry license holders to bear arms responsibly, praying they will not be needed.
Knesset meeting canceled - will there be sovereignty in Judea and Samaria next week?
PM Netanyahu continuing efforts to secure US approval for sovereignty in Judea, Samaria, before elections, reports say.
Rabbis protest: 'PM Netanyahu creating a smokescreen that hides much greater concessions'
Hundreds of Rabbis declare: 'The Deal of the Century is not worth the risk, we are repeating the same mistake as Oslo.'
Trump's vision for peace? You decide
It's important that all sections of our political spectrum discuss the plan fully before coming to a decision.
The Christian fundamentalists and Israel: Friend or foe?
Jay Shapiro thinks the Israeli leadership should be careful about who is a friend and what are his intentions.
Travel warning: Israelis in China should consider leaving
Israel's Foreign Ministry warns against traveling to China, says Israelis currently in the country should consider leaving.
Confirmed: There will be no new Nintendo Switch this year - Gizchina.com
Confirmed: There will be no new Nintendo Switch this year. the CEO of the company has confirmed that there will be no successor to it in 2020.
Xbox Series X will have an unprecedented frame rates, says Xbox head
Xbox Series X will have an unprecedented frame rates, says Xbox head Phil Spencer. He wants a very high refresh rate on the upcoming console.
Realme UI (Android 10) stable update is rolling out for the Realme XT
Realme is expanding the rollout of Android 10-based Realme UI stable update. The company shared the files for those who want to manually flash it.
Nubia Red Magic 5G: CEO Teases 80W Fast Charging Technology - Gizchina.com
This morning, Ni Fei, the CEO and co-founder of Nubia, did indeed post something very interesting. It's a photo of the Nubia Red Magic 5G gaming
EU overwhelming vote to unify charging cable standards - Gizchina.com
EU overwhelming vote to unify charging cable standards. The core of the resolution by the European Union is to reduce the amount of e-waste.
European Parliament votes in favor of a common charger, Apple dislikes
The European Parliament decided in favor of a common charger between all companies acting in Europe. Apple is against the new resolution.
New Study Finds 61 Percent of Americans Believe Anti-Semitic Stereotype
According to the survey, the most prevalent stereotypes are “Jews stick together more than most Americans” (44 percent), “Jews like to be at the head of things” (25 percent) and “Jews are more loyal to Israel than to America” (24 percent).
Arsenal: The pressure is on Nicolas Pepe
While Bukayo Saka, Eddie Nketiah and Gabriel Martinelli continue to win matches for Arsenal, Nicolas Pepe fails to have the impact he should. With options ...
Public Wi-Fi is a Lot Safer Than You Think
Jacob Hoffman-Andrews, writing for EFF: If you follow security on the Internet, you may have seen articles warning you to "beware of public Wi-Fi networks" in cafes, airports, hotels, and other public places. But now, due to the widespread deployment of HTTPS encryption on most popular websites, adv...
NSE: All-Share Index closes trading for January at 28,843.53
The All-Share Index of the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) on Friday closed trading for the month of January below 29,000 mark following the dominance of the bears.
Why Africa can no longer be ignored - AfDB - Premium Times Nigeria
The president of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwunmi Adesina, has said that Africa can no longer be ignored because it has a huge market...
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Gov Makinde recalls five directors sacked by predecessor, Ajimobi
Five directors of the (BCOS who were sacked by the immediate past Governor Abiola Ajimobi, have been reinstated by the incumbent Governor, Seyi Makinde.
Super Bowl Ads from Trump and Bloomberg
The campaigns of President Donald Trump and Democrat Mike Bloomberg have purchased airtime during the preeminent TV ad event of the year: the Super Bowl. Both scheduled spots make claims that require context or further explanation.
Worn Again Technologies Opens R&D Plant in England, With More to Come
Worn Again Technologies, a polymer recycling company, has launched a research and development facility in Redcar, England.
One to Watch in Copenhagen: Custommade
The label Custommade is undergoing a repositioning and focusing on smaller, design-led collections and a wider accessories offer.
Jean Paul Gaultier Taps New General Manager
Antoine Gagey has succeeded Sophie Waintraub in the role.
Le Bon Marché Works Duo Theme for Next Store Takeover
Sézane founder Morgane Sézalory and author Morgane Ortin will animate the store for the exhibition that runs from Feb. 8 to April 19.
IMG Reveals Full Slate of Programming for NYFW: The Shows
NYFW: The Talks will feature a series of in-depth conversations with designers, artists, athletes, and industry leaders.
Survey Shows Lack of Employee Engagement
A survey by Achievers revealed the reasons employees are dissatisfied with their current employees.
Scots councillor vows to apply for Irish passport to keep European links after Brexit
A Stirling SNP councillor has pledged to apply for an Irish passport so he can retain links with Europe after the Brexit split today (Friday).
What will Brexit change for Scots? Everything you need to know about what happens next?
The UK will leave the European Union at 11pm tonight.
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.
Irvine Meadow appoint caretaker managers
The experienced duo offered to take the reins at a club summit last night and will be in charge until at least the middle of February.
PKC hopes events will provide a £31million windfall
The council has set itself the bold target for 2024
Fight on to stop school change
Cllr Forbes and parent council attend key meeting over Invergowrie primary on Monday
Portal Leisure Centre fails to boost town centre footfall as empty shops pile up
Retail vacancy rates above the national average, new report shows.
Keep the momentum going on your fitness journey this year with affordable home and office gym equipment
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Driver was more than five times limit
The sheriff said she had “represented a significant danger to other road users”
James Scott latest as Hull City resume talks with Motherwell after initial bid rejected
The 19-year-old has made 28 appearances so far this season for the Steelmen, scoring on six occasions.
It's too easy for West Dunbartonshire youths to get booze, says alcohol charity chief
A new study found found minimum unit pricing (MUP) has had little impact on underage drinkers.
Peter King Identifies ‘Sleeping Giant’ Team In Tom Brady Free Agency Sweepstakes (VIDEO)
(Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) Could you imagine Tom Brady and Jameis Winston on the same team? I'm pretty sure…
Nintendo says Ring Fit Adventure sales continue to soar in Asia, with massive shortages
So in case you missed it, Ring Fit Adventure launched last October, and it absolutely rules. I only got into it recently, but I've found it to be a perfect mix of physical activity and cute RPG fun. It's something I look forward to playing ...
Here's another code for free Pokemon Sword and Shield items as the Wild Area events shift again
Out with the old, in with the new. Game Freak has been cycling new micro-Pokemon Sword and Shield events for the past few months, and another one is upon us. This one is a slight change in Wild Area sightings, accompanied by anoth...
EA is happy with Jedi: Fallen Order's sales
EA had high hopes for Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, but its expectations have been surpassed. Respawn's singleplayer narrative-driven Star Wars game has already outperformed its sales targets. In EA's recent third quarter financial ear...
Economic survey predicts GDP to be between 6 and 6.5%, wants government to deliver expeditiously on reforms to revive growth
The Economic Survey 2019-20 tabled in the parliament on Friday predicted the GDP growth between 6% and 6.5% in the fiscal year starting 1 April.
MDC National Executive makes momentous resolutions
The MDC National Executive today concluded a two-day retreat to chart the way forward. The two-day retreat came on the back of President Advocate Nelson Chamisa...
'MDC 2020 Agenda will not lift sanction' - more significantly, will not end rigged elections
There is a mountain of evidence proving that the root causes of Zimbabwe's economic meltdown are 40 years of gross mismanagement and rampant corruption. The rea...
Is the new dispensation keen on devolution?
It should be recalled that the nationalist struggle's main focus was the achievement of an electoral system with one person one vote as its basis and the result...
Amazon set to blow past a $1 trillion valuation after topping analysts' earnings expectations
Amazon shares tore as much as 11% higher in early Friday trading, pushing the company’s market valuation above $US1 trillion for the first time since July.
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.
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.
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.
John Bolton said Trump personally asked him to help pressure Ukraine to give in to his political demands
Former national security adviser John Bolton claims President Donald Trump personally asked him to ensure Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky would cater to his political demands, The New York Times reported, citing an unpublished manuscript of Bolton’s upcoming book.
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.
Delta flight attendants fight back against Boeing and a system they claim fed them 'toxic' air
Delta flight attendants are suing Boeing following an incident where they claim “toxic” air flowed into the cabin during a routine flight, the Chicago Tribune reported.
Americans spent at slowest pace in 3 years in 2019, threatening powerhouse of US economy
American shoppers continued to serve as the engine of the US economy through volatile times last year, fuelling growth even as a global cooldown and trade tensions clouded the outlook. But there are signs that households are starting to pull back on spending.
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.
10 things you need to know before the opening bell
Here’s what you need to know before the markets open:
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…
George Soros says Mark Zuckerberg 'should not be left in control of Facebook'
George Soros is gunning for Mark Zuckerberg again.
American optimism toward economy surges to 9-month high as job market hums
American households were more optimistic about the economy this month as a historically strong labour market helped offset a wave of potential concerns, including the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump and developments abroad.
Trump failed to slash healthcare benefits for the poor when his Obamacare repeal effort collapsed — so now he's trying to do it on his own
The Trump administration unveiled a plan on Thursday to allow states the option of capping spending on health benefits for millions for Americans, likely prompting them to cover fewer people after Congress rebuffed the idea during the drive to repeal and replace Obamacare in 2017.
Collapse of Kabul Bank Analyzed in New Book
A book detailing the key factors in the collapse of Kabul Bank was released in Afghanistan on Thursday, and the event triggered fresh criticism against the Afghan government for failing to
Johnson hails UK’s ‘new beginning’ as Brexit day arrives
Britain begins the day as a member of the European Union.
Johnson hails UK’s ‘new beginning’ as Brexit day arrives
Britain begins the day as a member of the European Union.
Senator Gideon sues Daily Nation for defamation
Senator Gideon has since refuted the claims that he has connection with Mitchell Cotts Limited
UFS 3.1 promises speedier smartphone storage
JEDEC, tht organization responsible for setting the standards for the storage used in most smartphones, has released a new Universal Flash Storage 3.1 specification. In a nutshell, UFS 3.1 should bring faster performance to smartphones and removable storage cards, while also reducing power consumption. Among other things, that’s because the UFS 3.1 standard includes: Write […]
Daily Deals (1-31-2020)
The Dell XPS 13 has been one of the most popular, well-reviewed thin and light Windows laptops in recent years… but it’s not exactly cheap. Sure, Dell usually offers models with a starting price of $899 or so… but you usually have to settle for an Intel Core i3 processor, 4GB of RAM, and a […]
Cyber Implant Turns Bella Thorne Into ‘The Uncanny’
Bella Thorne (Amityville: The Awakening, Keep Watching, The Babysitter, I Still See You) has joined yet another genre pic, this time starring in director Mitzi Peirone’s post-apocalyptic thriller The Uncanny, reports Deadline. “The Uncanny presents a future where every citizen is implanted with a chip capable of controlling everything from emotions to directions, until a routine […]
Relive PS1-Era Horror on Your PC With The Haunted PS1 Demo Disc
Itch.io has become the go-to place for finding indie horror games, it seems. We now even have an article series devoted to it. And if that’s not proof enough, Haunted PS1, a community for low rez horror games, is set to release something special. Old-school PS1 gamers probably remember the PS1 demo discs. Well, Haunted […]
Women and Brexit: Will they be hit the hardest?
As Britain leaves the European Union, we take a look at what impact Brexit will have on women in the UK. We talk to Roberta Guerrina, a professor of E.U. gender politics at Bristol University. Also t…
Jean-Claude Juncker: 'Brexit was a waste of time and energy'
A few hours away from the United Kingdom officially leaving the European Union, former EU Commission president Jean-Claude Juncker shared his thoughts in an interview with FRANCE 24. He told our Euro…
Coronavirus tests on two French citizens evacuated from China turn out negative
Tests on two French citizens evacuated by plane with 178 other passengers from the Chinese city of Wuhan and feared to have coronavirus symptoms have turned out negative, Health Minister Agnès Buzyn…
Divorcing the UK: Brexit becomes reality
In 2016, the UK voted to leave the EU. Since then, Brexit has been a dominant news story across Europe, notably in neighbouring France. In this edition, we look at what Brexit means for British and F…
Franco-British trade: Brexit and the uncertain future of the Entente Cordiale
Right now, the European Union is the UK's largest trading partner, with France and Britain in particular enjoying extremely close economic ties. But can that continue post-Brexit? With the nature of…
Britain's Brexit 'leap into the unknown'
We look at the main British front pages on what is being called Brexit Day. There is some euphoria at the country's departure from the European Union and also some anxiety as the Brits go it alone. W…
Week in Review: French diaspora braces for Brexit, Tunisia struggles with sex education and China battles coronavirus
French diaspora in London braces for Brexit; Tunisia struggles to implement a sex education curriculum years in the making; daily life in China changes during the coronavirus threat; and Paris voters…
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…
China car sector to take hefty first-quarter hit from virus but 2020 outlook not necessarily grim
The new coronavirus epidemic is likely to wreak havoc on China auto sales and production in the first quarter, but it is too early to push panic ...
Football: Untiring veteran Hilton ready for Neymar clash and determined to keep going
Most footballers his age have long since hung up their boots, perhaps moved into management or punditry. But Vitorino Hilton, who turns 43 later ...
Tennis: Time running out for 'GOAT' Federer as rivals close in
Roger Federer's fans call him the Greatest Of All Time but after defeat at the Australian Open his hold on the men's record for career Grand Slam ...
Asia shares try to rally after gut-wrenching week
Asian share markets were praying for a reprieve at the end of a punishing week as investors snatched at hopes the coronavirus could be contained, ...
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 ...
Nintendo says no new Switch in 2020
Japanese gaming giant Nintendo said Friday there would be no fresh model of its hot-selling Switch console this year, dashing the hopes of fans ...
Britain hails new start as it says farewell to EU
LONDON: Britain on Friday (Jan 31) ends almost half a century of integration with its closest neighbours and leaves the European Union, starting a ...
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 ...
Nintendo CEO says no plans to launch new Switch model in 2020
Nintendo Co Ltd CEO Shuntaro Furukawa said the gaming company has no plans to launch a new Switch model this year.
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 ...
Swiping their way higher: Visa, Mastercard could be the next US$1 trillion companies
Tech and internet titans were the first to reach US$1 trillion in stock market value, but the next U.S. companies that could do so are better ...
Johnson & Johnson ordered to pay US$344 million over pelvic mesh claims
A US judge on Thursday ordered Johnson & Johnson to pay $344 million for false and deceptive marketing of pelvic mesh products used by tens of ...
American Airlines, mechanics union reach tentative US$4.2 billion contract deal
American Airlines Holdings Inc and its mechanics union announced tentative joint collective bargaining agreements on Thursday covering five ...
Pilots, flight attendants demand flights to China stop as virus fear mounts worldwide
Pilots and flight attendants are demanding airlines stop flights to China as health officials declare a global emergency over the rapidly ...
China's factory activity falls in January as Wuhan coronavirus fears grow
BEIJING: China's manufacturing activity slipped in January, official data showed on Friday (Jan 31), as the country grapples with a new virus that ...
China banks borrow from SARS playbook in preparation for market reopening
SHANGHAI: Chinese financial firms will deploy measures used during the SARS outbreak nearly two decades ago to combat the new virus when markets ...
Medal for former ECB chief Draghi divides Germans
Months after the end of his term as president of the European Central Bank, Italian economist Mario Draghi will receive Germany's highest honour ...
Markets welcome WHO virus declaration
Markets rose in Asia on Friday after the World Health Organization declared a global health emergency over the deadly new virus sweeping China.
Too soon to tell economic impact of Wuhan coronavirus on China: IMF chief
It is still too soon to gauge the economic impact of the virus outbreak on China's economy, beyond the first three months of the year, ...
China to fly overseas citizens back to virus-hit Hubei province
BEIJING: The Chinese government has decided to send charter planes to bring citizens from virus-hit Hubei province who are overseas back "as soon ...
Billionaire Lawrence Stroll takes stake in ailing carmaker Aston Martin
Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll will take a roughly 20per cent stake in Aston Martin for nearly 200 million pounds (US$263 million) as the ...
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 ...
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 ...
The great electric pickup production race
GM's Hummer revival is set to compete with Tesla's Cybertruck.
Trump headed for fast acquittal
Short of a surprise, the only question is how quickly the vote will happen.
How 2020 Democrats are trying to capture Iowa voters
"Everybody’s looking at Iowa right now and for good reason."
Corporate clients could provide a lower-cost path to electric vehicles
A U.K. startup landed a $400 million order for 10,000 electric UPS trucks.
Venture capital has no guesses as to what 2020 has in store
There appears to be no consensus on trends or sentiment.
Trump vs. Medicaid
The administration very much wants to shrink coverage for adults.
Investors get bullish after WHO lauds China's coronavirus response
"For now, the market’s risk lights have shifted from flickering on red to a steady shade of amber."
Report: Spurs target Willian Jose told teammates he was leaving before talks broke down
Willian Jose had told his teammates he was expecting to leave the club in anticipation of a fresh offer from Tottenham Hotspur before talks broke down earlier in the window, according to a report from the London Evening Standard. Jose Mourinho may be disappointed if he is not able to land a new striker in […]Willian Jose reportedly told Real Sociedad teammates that he was expecting to leave the club after Tottenham Hotspur made an eight-figure bid.
David Moyes comments on reported West Ham target Jarrod Bowen
David Moyes has delivered a positive verdict on Hull City attacker Jarrod Bowen, who could reportedly complete a deadline day move to West Ham. According to Sky Sports, the 23-year-old has traveled to London today (Friday) to have a medical ahead of a switch to the London Stadium. The report explains that a deal has […]David Moyes has discussed reported West Ham target Jarrod Bowen and believes he could be a great addition if a deal is wrapped up.
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
Plug Power - Business Update Call Takeaways - Company Signs Third Anchor Customer
Discussing key takeaways from Thursday's business update call. Company reported FY2019 gross billings at the lower end of the projected range and guided for approximately 27% top-line growth and mater
Stanley Black & Decker Comes In A Little Light, But Has Drivers For 2020
Stanley Black & Decker had a mixed fourth quarter, with revenue coming in a little light outside of Security, but good margins in the Tools & Storage business.A healthy residential repair/remodel mark
SK Hynix, Inc. (HXSCL) Q4 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
SK Hynix, Inc. (OTC:HXSCL) Q4 2019 Earnings Conference Call January 30, 2020, 07:00 PM ET Company Participants Sanghoon Park - Head of IR Jin-Seok Cha - CFO Conference Call Participants Hyunwoo Doh -
Coca-Cola: A Solid Quarter, But Coke Is Maxed Out
Coca-Cola wrapped up its FY2019 with a solid quarter that saw organic revenues surpass analyst estimates.While the balance sheet is reaching an inflection point that should see deleveraging results in
Rockwell Automation Puts Up A Decent Quarter In A Challenging Macro Environment
Rockwell did miss at the segment profit line, but revenue was better than expected and full-year guidance was maintained.Rockwell's digital efforts seem to be gaining some traction, and it looks like
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
A Few Short-Term Challenges Don't Cancel Ingersoll-Rand's Strong HVAC Results
Ingersoll-Rand's fourth quarter results were not strong as reported, with a $0.06/share miss at the operating line, but underlying HVAC performance was very good.Thermo King is going through its cycli
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
Macy's: An Iconic Brand Is Trading At A Discount
When an icon is on sale, you buy it.Macy's offers a dividend yield above 8%. The dividend is well covered with a payout ratio below 50%.Macy's online strategy is paying off. The iconic name helps both
China - One Problem Ends And Another Begins
Trade had been a problem for the Chinese economy.Hong Kong issues are ongoing.African Swine Fever caused a meat shortage.Did ASF lead to coronavirus?Commodities will move with the state of China's eco
3M Company: Buy The Crisis, Collect The Dividends, And Sell The Turnaround
3M is absorbing substantial restructuring costs and just announced 1,500 layoffs.The market's reaction to recent news is not totally unjustified, but we are not so easily swayed. Stoic investing is we
Ziopharm Stands Out, But Still Riskier Than Cellectis
Ziopharm’s TCR approach targets solid tumors by recognizing neoantigens unique to each patient's cancer.The Sleeping Beauty solid tumor treatment is still autologous and doesn’t address cost issues pl
Enphase: Promising Growth Vision
Enphase is widening its addressable market by integrating technologies like storage and energy monitoring.Enphase's IQ 8 microinverter will be a building block for the company's larger energy product
OIL: Buy The Bottom In Crude
Oil demand is the only part of the balance where the bears can make a potentially compelling case to sell oil – but the supply variables win out.Supply is currently being constrained by market partici
Agricultural Commodities May Be Misreading The Coronavirus
Agricultural commodities are selling off due to poorer-than-expected import quotas regarding the U.S-China trade deal.China and India have skyrocketing food prices that will likely only accelerate hig
VC Deals: AbbVie Joins $50M For Inflammatory Disease Treatments
Welcome to Seeking Alpha’s Venture Capital Deals of the Week. Follow this account and turn on the e-mail alert to receive VCDeals in your inbox on Friday afternoons. AbbVie Ventures (NYSE:ABBV) partic
Suncorp Says 'Unprecedented' Catastrophes Will Drive Reinsurance Recoveries
Australian primary insurance giant Suncorp has referred to an unprecedented start to the season for catastrophe losses this morning, saying that it now expects to make recoveries across its reinsuranc
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
DHT Holdings' Co-CEOs On The VLCC Markets (Podcast Transcript)
As part of the Value Investor's Edge Live Virtual Tanker Forum, J Mintzmyer spoke with DHT Holdings' co-CEOs.The discussion covered the VLCC markets and IMO 2020 developments.We reviewed DHT's scrubbe
Politics And The Markets 1/31/20
This is the forum for daily political discussion on Seeking Alpha. Please don't leave political comments on other articles or news, and please avoid personal insults!
PBF Energy: A Mexican Billionaire Can't Get Enough Of This New Jersey Refiner
Billionaire Carlos Slim's fund has indiscriminately bought up over 8 million shares in PBF since May to increase its stake to 17.6%.Slim's involvement in PBF is not immediately clear, though it may be
Pfizer Misses Target, Soft Guidance, And Other News: The Good, Bad And Ugly Of Biopharma
Pfizer missed Q4 target, offers soft guidance.Surface Onco receives IND.PerkinElmer provides lackluster 2020 guidance.
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
Arista Networks - Is This A Phoenix And The Implications Of The Apparent Big Switch Acquisition
Arista shares have bounced sharply since their nadir after the release of quarterly earnings and disastrous guidance.Some of the upside relates to the apparent acquisition of Big Switch by Arista afte
GDP Prints At 2.1%, But Strong Export Data Is Anomalous; Likely To Be Revised Downward
Most of the 2.1% print came from Net Exports (NEX), but the lead of that was a technical increase from IMPORTS (which normally REDUCE GDP) .NEX is the component of GDP that, historically, is most revi
General Electric Slams It Out Of The Park
Contrary to fears from many market participants, General Electric appears to be turning a corner.The company's latest release reveals strong performance when it comes to cash flow and good results mov
Retirement Target Date Allocation Glide Path In-Depth View
Allocation between OWN, LOAN and RESERVE Super Classes will determine the bulk of your investment returns.Age or retirement target date Allocation Glide Path provides guide to OWN and LOAN allocation
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
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
Boeing: A Lot Of Pain With Light At The End Of The Tunnel
Boeing experienced a great deal of pain last year due to its 737 Max issues.These problems have extended into 2020 and will likely persist during at least the first half of the year.The balance sheet
Mellanox More Than Biding Its Time Into The Nvidia Deal Close
Mellanox reported fourth-quarter results that were significantly better than expected, with healthy growth in both InfiniBand and Ethernet product lines.There has been no update on the Nvidia-Mellanox
3 Straight Quarters Of 2%, And Yet Each One Very Different
For the year, the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) puts total real output at $19.07 trillion, or annual growth of 2.33% and down from 2.93% in 2018.Imports are down so sharply because the domestic pa
Genesco: Relatively Cheap And Aggressively Shrinking The Share Count
Shares of Genesco have greatly trailed the market over the last 12 months in spite of strong EPS growth.Comps have been relatively solid across the company's various brands.However, EPS growth is prim
Lipper U.S. Weekly FundFlows Insight Report: Funds Suffer Net Outflows For The First Week In Six
Money market funds suffered net outflows of $11.6 billion.Fixed income funds took in $6.1 billion of net new money.Equity funds had net negative flows of $6.6 billion.
Stryker Humming Along, But Seems To Be Straining The Sell-Side
Stryker's fourth quarter was operationally excellent but more mixed next to ever-higher Street expectations.Mako continues to drive impressive growth in knees, and I expected a better year from the sp
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
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.
The Bubble: Bigger, Fatter, Uglier
Reflecting on presidential debate proclamations past.What progress has been made in addressing the big, fat, ugly bubble identified in September 2016?What are the implications of the bigger, fatter, u
Xpel Inc: Racing With Exceptional Risk/Reward
Near term catalyst with Team Penske sponsorship.Longer term catalyst partnering with Roger Penske’s dealership network & trucking companies.Xpel's 10-year record is on par with some of the greatest st
Acceleron Reignites Pipeline After Latest Trial Success With PAH Drug
Acceleron achieves primary endpoint in phase 2 PULSAR study using sotatercept to treat patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension.Top-line results from the phase 2b PULSAR study are going to be rel
Novartis Revenue Jumps, And Other News: The Good, Bad And Ugly Of Biopharma
Novartis revenue jumps but net income falls for Q4.Hepion's CRV431 produces positive data.Amphastar gets a CRL.
Piper Sandler Companies (PIPR) CEO Chad Abraham on Q4 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
Piper Sandler Companies (NYSE:PIPR) Q4 2019 Earnings Conference Call January 31, 2020 09:00 AM ET Company Participants Chad Abraham - Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Deb Schoneman - President T
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
Fanuc Still Under Pressure From The Automation Slowdown
Fanuc didn't report a strong fiscal third quarter, but it was relatively in line and that comes as a relief.Orders continue to decline at a double-digit rate, and a sequential bump in FA orders is lik
The Light From The Gods Still Shines Bright - Raytheon Company Delivers In Q4
Raytheon Company just posted its Q4 numbers. 2019 was a great year, with strong growth at every level. Backlog is growing faster than bookings, bookings faster than revenue - so revenue growth can ac
PACCAR: Tech Shift Can Prove Lucrative
PACCAR is a leading trucking manufacturer which is working on new technological solutions for the trucking industry.With electric-powered trucks and autonomous driving being all the hype these days, t
Q4 GDP: A Quick First Look
Quarterly real GDP growth came in slightly hotter than I expected at 2.1%.The single-biggest mover was the total collapse in real imports, down 8.7%.Consumption is way down. Real core PCE growth was 2
Jury shown footage of moment when a garda was shot dead
The jury in a capital murder trial has been shown footage of the moment when a garda was shot dead in the car park of a credit union during an armed robbery. Detective Garda Gareth Kenna s...
Internet Users Talk About Their Bosses Whose Middle Names are Greed and Arrogance
Relationships between employers and employees are traditionally considered complicated. For some unknown reason, employers sincerely believe that employees are: obligated to work 24/7 for a tiny salary, work overtime without extra pay, do tasks that are outside of their actual duties, and generally be thankful for having a great opportunity to be working at “such a serious and respectable company.”
How To Create Custom Keyboard Shortcuts On Windows 10
You can use WinHotKey to create custom keyboard shortcuts on Windows 10 PC. Check out how to create custom keyboard shortcuts on Windows 10.
How To Keep Your Hands Germ-Free, From An Infectious Disease Specialist
It's more common sense than you might think.
What Is The Keto Flu? Here's How An RD Recommends Preventing It
Are avocados the answer to the dreaded keto flu?
Tussle over witnesses in Donald Trump impeachment trial
Democratic prosecutors and Republican defenders in US President Donald Trump's impeachment trial have traded barbs in a second day of questioning, with Democratic prosecutors and Republican defenders in US President Donald Trump's impeachment trial have traded barbs in a second day of questioning, with Democrats stressing the importance of calling witnesses such as former national security adviser John Bolton.
Optus cops hefty penalty for spamming customers
The communications watchdog has slugged Optus with its second-largest fine ever after the telco spammed consumers when they unsubscribed.
NSW strikes ‘landmark’ energy deal with Federal Government, Greens call it ‘climate criminality’
A "landmark" agreement between the Morrison and Berejiklian governments that will see more than $2 billion invested into a new gas-fuelled energy deal has A "landmark" agreement between the Morrison and Berejiklian governments that will see more than $2 billion invested into a new gas-fuelled energy deal has been slammed as "climate criminality" by the Greens.
Canberrans can now grow and smoke cannabis, though some questions remain unanswered
Canberrans can now grow dope, keep a small amount of the drug at home and smoke it without fear of committing a criminal offence … kind of. Friday marks Canberrans can now grow dope, keep a small amount of the drug at home and smoke it without fear of committing a criminal offence … kind of.
Power blackout warning as temperatures soar, dust storms and mud rain threaten Victoria
Temperatures are soaring in Victoria, with people in the state urged to reduce their electricity usage on Friday afternoon to help prevent blackouts.
Dust, heat and fire emergencies – but no relief in sight for weary Victorians
Victorians have endured a scorching day, with bushfires, dust storms and poor air across the state – and the weather bureau warns there is more to come.
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 …
Terry Crews says sorry to Gabrielle Union for his remarks
LOS ANGELES — Terry Crews apologized for his comments about Gabrielle Union’s claims of mistreatment on “America’s Got Talent,” saying he didn’t mean to “invalidate” her experience and regrets letting down other black women. On the “Today” show last week, Crews said that Union’s allegations of racism on the production didn’t reflect his experience as …
Billionaire Bloomberg floods Democratic primary with cash
DES MOINES, Iowa — Billionaire Michael Bloomberg spent roughly $180 million in the month after his late entry into the Democratic presidential primary, a staggering sum that’s drastically more than all other leading contenders spent during much of the past year combined. Since his late entry into the race in November, the former New York …
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 …
Australian wildfires fan argument over impact of arsonists
CANBERRA, Australia — What’s to blame for scores of wildfires devastating Australia’s southeast? There’s an increasingly bitter face-off between those who say arson and those who fault climate change. Each side has powerful backers and their weapons of choice are often fabrications and part-truths that have spread in time with the fires in recent weeks. …
Eurozone economy barely grows in Q4 as France, Italy shrink
BRUSSELS — The eurozone economy, made up of the 19 countries that use the euro, barely grew in the final quarter of 2019 as both France and Italy contracted, official figures showed Friday. In its first estimate for the quarter, statistics agency Eurostat said the eurozone grew by only 0.1% from the previous three-month period. …
Billionaire Bloomberg floods Democratic primary with cash
DES MOINES, Iowa — Billionaire Michael Bloomberg spent roughly $180 million in the month after his late entry into the Democratic presidential primary, a staggering sum that’s drastically more than all other leading contenders spent during much of the past year combined. Since his entry into the race in late November, the former New York …
Imran Khan incapable to run govt, serve people: Marriyum Aurangzeb
Imran Khan incapable to run government, serve people: Marriyum Aurangzeb.
Brexit day: United Kingdom casts off from the European Union
Brexit day: United Kingdom casts off from the European Union
Gameday 51: Penguins vs. Flyers
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NJ Governor Phil Murphy to deliver Betting on Sports America 2020 keynote address
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy will share further insights on the fast-evolving gaming industry when he delivers the keynote address at Betting on Sports America 2020. As a key figure in the fight…
Countries On China's 'New Silk Road' Face Coronavirus Fears
Countries in and around China's "Belt and Road" trade routes in Central and South Asia are taking steps to protect themselves from the spread of the coronavirus. Pakistan has halted all flights to and from China, Kazakhstan has closed a flagship border free-trade zone, and Tajikistan is screening arrivals with thermal scanners.
On Eve Of Pompeo Visit, A Shakeup In Belarus's Military And Snap Drills. What Gives?
Moscow cuts off oil. Minsk turns to Norway. Lukashenka rants. Lukashenka shakes up his military command. Military command orders snap readiness drills. The U.S. secretary of state comes to town. There's a lot going in Belarus these days.
EU Top Envoy Says No Clash With U.S. Over Kosovo Talks
The European Union’s top diplomat said on January 31 in Belgrade that the bloc was not competing with the United States in facilitating dialogue between Kosovo and Serbia.
Poland Signs $4.6-Billion Contract For U.S. Fighter Jets
Poland signed a $4.6 billion deal with the United States on January 31 for the purchase of 32 of its advanced F-35 fighter jets to enhance air defense on NATO's eastern flank at a time of increased Russian military activity.
RFE/RL Journalist's Car Set Ablaze In Ukraine
An unknown assailant has set fire to a car belonging to RFE/RL correspondent Halyna Tereshchuk on a street in the western Ukrainian city of Lviv. According to witnesses, a masked individual approached the car, placed something on the windshield of the vehicle, set fire to it, and then fled. Local police have begun an investigation.
Kabul Blast Kills Two
Two militants pushing a handcart were killed January 31 in western Kabul when explosives in the cart detonated accidentally, Afghan officials say.
Brexit day: Britain quits EU and steps into transition twilight zone
The United Kingdom formally leaves the European Union this evening for an uncertain Brexit future.
Richard Dunne: 'Jordan Henderson is the name Liverpool fans want to see on the team-sheet every week'
In another lifetime, when I was still playing, I came up against Jordan Henderson. The first time I played against him he was a young lad at Sunderland. I was at Aston Villa.
Delta, American Airlines suspend China flights amid coronavirus outbreak
Delta and American Airlines are temporarily suspending all of their United States flights to China amid the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.
Oh Boy, Elon Musk Made An EDM Song Called “Don’t Doubt Ur Vibe”
We, as a culture, have made the terrible decision to deify ruthless capitalist weirdo businessmen, and we get what we deserve. In this case, what we deserve is an EDM track called "Don't Doubt Ur Vibe," made by a car executive who seems to be going through a deep and profound midlife crisis. This morning, Tesla CEO and elaborate Grimes accessory Elon Musk was dropped his new banger "Don't Doubt Ur Vibe" on the SoundCloud page of his own Emo G Records. This is the second Emo G recording; the first was a 2019 Auto-Tuned rap named "RIP Harambe." "Don't Doubt Ur Vibe" definitely sounds like a song that a 48-year-old billionaire might make if he was dating Grimes. On Twitter, Musk has shared some truly ghastly photos of himself in the studio and claimed that he "wrote the lyrics & performed the vocals" himself. Those lyrics are: "Don't doubt your vibe/ Because it's true/ Don't doubt your vibe/ Because it's you." He wrote that himself! The cover art is a Tesla Cybertruk orbiting Mars. Take a
The Number Ones: Blondie’s “Heart Of Glass”
In The Number Ones, I'm reviewing every single #1 single in the history of the Billboard Hot 100, starting with the chart's beginning, in 1958, and working my way up into the present. *** Blondie – "Heart Of Glass" HIT #1: April 28, 1979 STAYED AT #1: 1 week It finally happened. Punk crossed over in America. It just had to become disco first. All through the mid-to-late '70s, the era of disco and soft rock, punk rock had been percolating in Manhattan clubs. But almost none of the acts that came out of that universe ever had much to do with the pop charts. Patti Smith was the outlier; she charted as high as #13 with 1978's "Because The Night," though she needed a Bruce Springsteen co-write to do it. The Ramones' biggest hit, 1977's "Rockaway Beach," only made it to #66. Television, the Heartbreakers, and Richard Hell never charted. The Talking Heads managed one top-10 single over the entire course of their career — "Burning Down The House," peaked at #9, a 9 — and it didn't arrive
Drake & Future – “Desires”
A few weeks ago, Drake and Future resumed their longtime partnership — highlighted by the 2015 collaborative album What A Time To Be Alive — with a new collaborative single called "Life Is Good." The song debuted at #2, becoming Future's biggest chart hit ever and giving Drake the record for most Hot 100 entries. Despite being credited to Future with Drake as a featured artist, "Life Is Good" fueled rumors of a new collaborative release from the superstar duo. Now another Drake and Future track is out, so those rumors are not likely to go away. Whereas "Life Is Good" was essentially a Drake song and a Future song stitched together with an awkward faux-"Sicko Mode" beat switch, the new "Desires" is basically a Drake song that Future lurks through for a few seconds. Produced by d.hill, it's one of those soft and airy songs in which Drake sweetly sings bitter words at a woman he's contentiously involved with. One memorable extremely Drake sequence: "How the fuck you keep so many secrets
Chastity Belt – “The Process” & Loose Tooth – “Lonely”
Chastity Belt will soon head out on a tour of the Western US with Loose Tooth — the Loose Tooth from Melbourne, recently covered by Courtney Barnett, not the the Loose Tooth from Philadelphia who we haven't heard from since 2017. Ahead of the upcoming dates, the two groups have released a digital split single today. Chastity Belt's "The Process" and Loose Tooth's "Lonely" go well together in that both are powered by a gleaming churn of reverby guitars. The former taps into that drowsy yet propulsive post-Sonic Youth vibe Chastity Belt do so well. The latter is more of a jangly indie-pop track in keeping with the legacy of Loose Tooth's native Oceania. Check 'em out below, and if you slept on Chastity Belt's self-titled album last fall, stop sleeping. TOUR DATES: 02/04 – Tacoma, WA @ Alma Mater # 02/05 – Portland, OR @ Wonder Ballroom # 02/07 – Reno, NV @ Holland Project # 02/08 – San Francisco, CA @ Great American Music Hall # 02/09 – Santa Cruz, CA @ Catalyst Club # 02/11 – Las
Shut Up, Dude: This Week’s Best And Worst Comments
A fun fact is that today is your Stereogum staff's last day as employees of our parent company, and an administrative hiccup resulted in all our email accounts being briefly deactivated this afternoon. Fun. It's all fixed now, though. The Man can't keep us from reading email. Got to keep on movin'. Hope you enjoyed Destroyer Season and that you'll save some of your jokes for our obligatory Super Bowl Halftime Show post. See ya then! View this post on Instagram caption this video of #MachineGunKelly playing new music for his label A post shared by Stereogum (@stereogum) on Jan 30, 2020 at 10:50am PST THIS WEEK'S 10 HIGHEST RATED COMMENTS #10 ursaminorjim Score:39 | Jan 29th “I’m the d-e-e-e-e-e-e-a-a-a-a-a-a-a-d-d-d g-u-u-u-u-u-u-u-u-u-u-u-y-y-y…“ Posted in: Billie Eilish Is Performing At The Oscars #9 bakedbeans Score:40 | Jan 29th We might *assume* they’re already voting for him, but many of them are just not voting. The point with this particular
Microsoft to shutter its Ad Monetization platform for Universal Windows Platform apps
Microsoft is continuing to try to clear up its muddled UWP messaging and strategy.
Did Jony Ive jump or was he pushed?
Jony Ive is a brilliant designer. He helped bring Apple back from a near death experience with the original iMac and iBooks and, later, MacBooks. But he also accounted for a number of costly flops, that, while Apple would never admit it, would have sunk even more accomplished executives.
Robocall block: Now US wants to fine man $12.9m for making 'harmful' robocalls
The man made thousands of calls to US households in the hope of boosting the profile of his podcast.
IBM's big bet on cloud computing, AI and open source needs to pay off soon
Although IBM has underwhelmed in recent years, outgoing CEO Ginni Rometty may have planted the seeds for future prosperity.
BDO survey: US tech firms fear trade war and Chinese innovation
Tech company chief financial officers are bullish about their company's short-term futures but are distracted by numerous regulatory and data privacy issues.
ServiceNow aims to court CEOs, expand use cases beyond IT
CEO Bill McDermott said he has all he needs to expand ServiceNow into a company producing $10 billion in revenue a year.
2020 predictions: 5 telling trends in 3D printing
Hype or new hope? Is 2020 the year 3D printing actually disrupts high-volume manufacturing?
Apple's defense of iPhone Lightning fails: Standard charger law due by summer 2020
European lawmakers have ignored Apple's arguments against a common mobile charger.
The French fishermen who could sink Britain's post-Brexit ambitions
BOULOGNE-SUR-MER, France (Reuters) - For the British government, a successful Brexit means re-asserting economic sovereignty and landing a trade deal with Europe. Trawler captain Stephane Fait and his fellow French fisherman could sink that plan.
Hidden hearing loss revealed
Harvard researchers have found two biomarkers that may help explain why a person with normal hearing struggles to follow conversations in noisy environments.
Here’s What Will Change And What Won’t Now That Brexit Has Finally Popped Off
The UK has until December 31 to hammer out a deal with the EU.
I Can’t Stop Thinking About How Not Everyone Has An Internal Monologue
A Twitter user has absolutely broken the internet after revealing that not everyone has an internal monologue or hears their own thoughts.
Skagen Falster 3 review: Righting the wrongs
Skagen finally made a Falster smartwatch that's worth buying. Read our full Skagen Falster 3 review to learn why you might want one for yourself.
WhatsApp will stop working on Android 2.3.7 devices and older starting tomorrow
Come Saturday, February 1, 2020, WhatsApp will no longer work on devices running Android 2.3.7 Gingerbread and older or iPhones running iOS 8 and older.
Samsung patent shows off rounded phone design that looks a lot like a Sony PSP
The new Samsung patent shows a very unique design for a Galaxy smartphone with a rounded display on both ends. Check it out here.
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.
Skagen Falster 3 review: Righting the wrongs
Skagen finally made a Falster smartwatch that's worth buying. Read our full Skagen Falster 3 review to learn why you might want one for yourself.
Access $50k of WordPress bounty for $19.99 with Storeshock
Storeshock lets you effortlessly design the perfect website with a wide range of top-rated WordPress themes and templates. It's 88% off now at just $19.99.
Budget Session 2020: Opposition protests President Kovind’s linking CAA, Mahatma Gandhi
Budget Session 2020: President Ramnath Kovind praised the government for taking historic decisions like the Citizenship Amendment Act, Ayodhya verdict, abrogation of Article 370, the opening of Kartarpur Corridor and others.
Mastercard invests in online and offline identity startup Trust Stamp
Mastercard has made a strategic investment in AI-generated identity authentication company Trust Stamp.
Canada's first P2P consumer lender preps launch
Canadian regulators have given the greenlight for the country's first peer-to-peer lending platform for consumer loans.
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.
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.
ABN Amro signs cloud and DevOps deals with Indian vendors Infosys and TCS
Infosys has signed a multi-year, multi-million euro contract with ABN Amro Bank to accelerate its cloud and DevOps transformation journey. The Dutch bank has also signed a separate cloud migration and DevOps deal with fellow Indian vendor Tata Consultancy Services.
Sony survey asks if you’d be interested in Remote Play on Switch or maybe a portable DualShock
A survey from Sony has purportedly been sent to some PS4 users, and it's asking all sorts of interesting questions.
New Final Fantasy 7 Remake trailer shows Red XIII and Cloud in a dress
A new trailer has released for Final Fantasy 7 Remake and it looks absolutely amazing. In perhaps our best look at Final Fantasy 7 Remake yet, we get a glimpse of Cloud’s crossdressing quest, the Honey Bee Inn, Jenova, Sephiroth, Cloud’s childhood memories, and even Palmer, the guy who famously liked cups of tea with […]
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order sold over 8 million copies so far, beating EA’s expectations
EA is very happy with how Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order performed.
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.
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.
The latest smart gadget scandal could teach us something about the next gen of gaming and beyond
Video games often lead in technology, but sometimes the industry follows leads set elsewhere. People call services like Xbox Game Pass a ‘Netflix of Games’, for instance, because while the delivery system and technology is entirely different, the end result is much the same: doing away with physical media or digital downloads for a simple, […]
The Senate has actually tied in an impeachment trial – twice
In 1868, during the impeachment trial of President Andrew Johnson, the Senate tied on two votes. Chief Justice Salmon P. Chase broke both ties.
The Kobe legacy: Should the NBA let high school players skip college?
Unlike when Kobe Bryant went straight from high school to the NBA, future superstars must now spend at least one year in college or overseas. A sports scholar explains how that could soon change.
Why losing Kobe Bryant felt like losing a relative or friend
A social psychologist explains how you can be so deeply affected by the death of someone you've never met.
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.
Mahesh Chilling Fans in Jittery!
hard fans of the superstar. Moreover, the project is said to be a commercial entertainer and that was never the terrain of the director.
Is Pawan Kalyan’s Defense on Films Comeback Fair?
Former CBI JD Lakshminarayana has quit Janasena Party. He went on to say that
Pawan Kalyan Indicates Why JD Quit is A Big Loss to Janasena
Former CBI JD Lakshminarayana has quit Janasena Party. He went on to say that Pawan Kalyan going back on his word of not doing movies reflects his unstable nature and so, he is not interested to continue in the party. This has come as shock for Janasena’s Rank and File.
Meath winners at the ITBA awards
There was very much a Royal flavour to the National Breeding & Racing Awards at the Heritage Killinard Laois last week with three Meath people Paddy Kelly, Ken Parkhill and Joanne Lavery picking up awards.
Growing injury list a major concern for McEntee
There is a sense that Andy McEntee's post-match interviews after tough NFL Div 1 games will follow a similar line.
TAKE FIVE - A quick reflection on Meath's NFL Div 1 loss to Tyrone
Fergal Lynch takes an in-depth look at some aspects of last Sunday's NFL Div 1 opener at Healy Park between Meath and Tyrone.
Luxury home prices in Manhattan have tumbled to their lowest level in years, and it proves that sellers are still struggling to offload prime real estate
The price threshold for Manhattan luxury homes fell to $3.8 million at the end of 2019 — the lowest it's been since 2013.
Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski get the cover they need to vote for witnesses in Trump's impeachment trial
Democrats need four GOP votes to reach a 51-vote majority and pass the motion, but just three Republicans appear ready to vote with them on the issue.
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.
Macy's is launching a new store concept that's masterminded by the woman behind buzzy concept store, Story
Macy's is in the process of hiring employees to work at its new store in the upscale town of Southlake, Texas.
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.
Just a fraction of voters want to block witnesses in Trump's impeachment trial — but Republicans are likely to block them anyway
While 37% of likely Republican voters don't see a need for any witnesses, 45% want some combination of witnesses to testify.
Elon Musk is starting to resemble a 'quiet assassin' as the short-seller argument about Tesla disintegrates, an expert says
Tesla has an edge over other automakers in battery technology, charging infrastructure, and autonomous-driving technology, Gene Munster said.
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.
Southwest flew millions of passengers on planes that were missing maintenance records, according to a new report
More than 17 million passengers flew on planes that were missing required documentation over roughly two years, the report claims.
Apple must fight to keep the iPhone's Lightning port as the EU presses ahead on forcing standardized phone chargers
The EU might kill the Lightning port on the iPhone.
Here's Who Is on the Front Pages in Iowa Instead of the Democratic Candidates Days Before the Caucus
Democratic candidates failed to make the front pages in Iowa with just days to go before the Iowa Caucus. Instead, the local papers in the early voting state focused on President Trump's Thursday rally and Vice President Mike Pence campaigning in the state.
John Delaney Drops Out a Few Days Shy of Iowa. Did He Endorse Anyone?
Former Maryland Rep. John Delaney dropped out of the 2020 presidential race on Friday. It's a bittersweet ending considering he was just a few days shy of the first real contest, the Iowa Caucus. The Democratic contender explained that he will "not have sufficient support to get to the 15 percent viability threshold" needed on Monday night.
Long-shot McConnell Challenger Endorses Biden
Former Vice President Joe Biden received another endorsement ahead of Monday’s Iowa caucuses: Mitch McConnell’s Senate challenger Amy McGrath. McGrath has a reasonably high profile in the 2020 scene, and liberal pundits have elevated McGrath to give the public the false impression that she has a fighting chance to beat the most powerful legislator in Washington. Of course, the likelihood of McGrath defeating Leader McConnell is on-par with Beto O'Rourke's chances of winning the presidency.
WATCH: MSNBC Contributor Loses His Mind Over Trump Hypothetically Shutting Down Voting in CA
MSNBC political contributor Jason Johnson drove himself into a tizzy on Thursday over a hypothetical situation in which President Trump comes up with an excuse to shut down voting in California and proceeded to tell host Nicolle Wallace that "we’re not talking hypotheticals."
Warren: Hey, We Should Make it a Crime to Post Disinformation Online
Lock Her Up?
Blizzard owns any custom game made in Warcraft 3 Reforged
Blizzard has changed its Custom Game Acceptable Use Policy so that any custom game made in Warcraft 3 Reforged -- or any other Blizzard game -- becomes its property.
The Outer Worlds Switch release scheduled for March
The wait is almost over -- The Outer Worlds Switch release date has been locked in for March 2020. Those on Switch can expect the RPG -- one we named best RPG of 2019 here at Stevivor -- from 6 March 2020. Physical copies will be offered, but they're actually just placeholders for a digital download.
Apex Legends Season 4’s new character is Revenant
Apex Legends Season 4's new character Revenant, not Forge, EA has today detailed. "Revenant used to be human," EA detailed on the PlayStation Blog.
Bethesda selling Fallout t-shirt for Aussie bushfire relief
Bethesda is the latest to sell physical gear in efforts to fundraise for Aussie bushfire relief, offering a Fallout-themed First Responders t-shirt.
Destiny 2 Empyrean Foundation likely to bring Trials of Osiris back
The Destiny 2 Empyrean Foundation event, scheduled for in-game inclusion next week, will likely bring back the PvP-focused Trials of Osiris.
GDP growth expected to rebound to 6-6.5 per cent in 2020-21: Economic Survey
The Economic Survey 2019-20 tabled in Parliament said there are tentative signs of bottoming out of slowdown in manufacturing activity and global trade, which will have a positive impact on growth in the next fiscal.
Wipro CEO Abidali Neemuchwala decides to step down
Neemuchwala has served as the CEO and MD of Wipro since February 2016. Prior to that, he was the CEO of the BPO division of Tata Consultancy Services Limited
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
Tesla CEO Elon Musk drops hot new track: Gigaclub coming soon?
A day after Tesla reported its impressive Q4 2019 earnings, CEO Elon Musk seems to be in a celebratory mood, treating his fans and the electric vehicle community by dropping a new song. The Model Y delivery is set to start soon and a lot of people are excited about the Cybertruck but the Tesla […]
Tesla’s Giga Shanghai formula is a trump card for the EV revolution
In its Q4 2019 Update Letter, Tesla stated that it can comfortably deliver 500,000 vehicles in 2020, and a lot of this will be due to the Model 3 ramp in Gigafactory Shanghai and the Model Y ramp in Fremont. While Tesla’s revenue, production numbers, and cashflow were in the spotlight in the Q4 Update […]
ATA urges the Senate to vote 'no' on the Cash Ban Bill
"Some incredibly insightful individuals testified at the Cash Ban hearing on Thursday. The message was clear: any restriction on cash is an attack on economic freedom. Australians should be allowed to make legal purchases with the legal tender of their choice instead of being forced onto the banking system."
Invest or develop at the heart of Dunedin’s university precinct - Colliers
A superbly located property at the heart of Dunedin’s university precinct is for sale with vacant possession, providing multiple options for developers or add-value investors.
Speaker's use of taxpayer money disgraceful - NZTU
Speaker Trevor Mallard is abusing his office - and taxpayers, says the Taxpayers’ Union in response to the Speaker’s reported use of taxpayer money to fund his defamation defence against a man he alleged was a rapist.
Level 3 water restrictions introduced for Hastings
Level 3 water use restrictions are being introduced in Hastings today, meaning a sprinkler ban is now in force with only hand held watering still permitted.
Spread some of the infrastructure spending wider, Feds urges
An increase in central government’s contribution to local authority roading costs should be a priority for some of the $4 billion in unallocated infrastructure spending the Government still has up its sleeve, Federated Farmers says.
All Nippon Airways and Singapore Airlines deepen partnership with joint venture agreement
Strategic partnership aimed at providing customers with enhanced flight connectivity and access to a wider network.
Auckland is still New Zealand’s most traffic congested city - TomTom
Location technology specialist, TomTom (TOM2), today released the results of its TomTom Traffic Index, a report detailing the traffic situation in 416 cities and 57 countries around the world in 2019. Auckland took the top spot in New Zealand as the most congested city with drivers expecting to spend an average of 31% extra travel time stuck in traffic, worsening by 2% compared to the previous year result of 29%. This works out to be an additional 9 minutes for a 30 minutes trip. Wellington takes the 2nd place with a congestion level of 28%, followed by Hamilton (25%), Christchurch (21%), Tauranga (20%) and Dunedin (20%)
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.
ANZ NZ Roy Morgan Consumer Confidence
The ANZ-Roy Morgan Consumer Confidence Index was unchanged at 123 in January, a solid level. Households aren’t gung ho, but are feeling resilient.
High Commissioner to Tuvalu announced - Peters
Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters today announced the appointment of diplomat Matt Howell as New Zealand’s High Commissioner to Tuvalu.
ZEALANDIA book celebrates the "Valley that Changed a Nation"
One of the founders of Wellington’s beloved ZEALANDIA Eco-sanctuary, Jim Lynch, gave a talk at the Greater Wellington Regional Council on Thursday discussing how the ambitious idea came to life, and his new book ZEALANDIA: The Valley that Changed a Nation.
Landcare Research: How is New Zealand’s landscape changing?
New Zealand’s land cover is constantly changing. This week sees the release of version 5 of New Zealand’s Land Cover Database (LCDB), which details these changes, helping us to understand how the way we are using our land is changing.
Shift to hybrid fleet saves money, reduces emissions - Waikato DHB
This month seven hybrid Toyota Prius and Camry vehicles joined the Waikato DHB’s vehicle fleet, adding to the 10 which arrived last November.
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.
Nelson Council moves to close reserves due to increased fire risk
Following a continued spell of hot and dry weather Nelson City Council, in collaboration with Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ), DoC, forestry companies and Tasman District Council, is closing access to the following reserves until further notice:- Grampians Reserve- Sir Stanley Whitehead Reserve- Marsden Valley Reserve- Maitai Water Reserve- Brook Conservation Reserve- Roding Water ReserveCouncil makes the decision to close reserves after taking advice from FENZ and monitoring the Build Up Index (BUI), which is an indicator of the difficulty in suppressing a fire that has started. The BUI is now well over 80, the level at which FENZ advises which reserves should close, and is expected to be close to 100 midway through next week.
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.
How will immigration rules change after Brexit?
The issue dominated the EU referendum debate.
Furbank backed to settle in to England duty
The Northampton full-back will start against France in the Six Nations opener.
Unions say workers’ welfare a ‘prime concern’ amid coronavirus outbreak
Airport workers have reported not being given gloves or hand sanitiser, GMB union said.
Sunlit uplands? Forecast offers bright outlook for UK’s first post-Brexit day
Following a tumultuous three-and-a-half-years, even the February 1 weather forecast is split along Leave-Remain lines.
Senate to vote on Trump trial witnesses with end in sight
Voting on the witness question is expected late on Friday after hours of debate.
Liverpool’s quiet window down to forward planning in summer – Klopp
Liverpool have signed only Takumi Minamino this month.
Mourinho remains striker-light as Spurs hunt comes up short
Links with Olivier Giroud, Krzysztof Piatek and Willian Jose came to nothing.
Lucrative speaking circuit helps David Cameron bank £836,000 profit in a year
Former prime minister Theresa May also earned close to £400,000 in the month of December alone through speaking engagements.
MEPs stage Brexodus parade in Brussels
Ben Buckland led the procession around the Place du Luxembourg, followed by Ann Widdecombe in a taxi decorated with a Union flag.
Wales won’t be intimidated in post-Brexit negotiations, says First Minister
Mark Drakeford said Wales would ‘remain a proudly European nation’.
Brexit day in pictures: The final countdown
Boris Johnson hosted a Cabinet meeting in Sunderland, while campaigners flocked to Parliament Square.
Activists demand voice for Northern Ireland in Europe as ‘fight goes on’
Campaign group Border Communities Against Brexit unveiled a new billboard as the UK prepares to leave the EU.
Veteran MEP Bill Newton Dunn dubs Brexit ‘profound mistake’
Bill Newton Dunn, who served in the first European Parliament in 1979, said he was very worried for the UK.
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.
Airbus paying £3bn to end global corruption probes
Courts in France, the US and the UK considering their own parts of the deal.
Viral Irish border Twitter account faces its own exit on Brexit Day
Satirical account @BorderIrish said it will tweet for the last time on Friday after becoming a sensation.
Irish border communities ‘struggling to get mortgages due to Brexit’
Border Communities Against Brexit activists took their campaign for better public representation to Stormont on Friday afternoon.
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.
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.
Brexit: Industry leaders give trade deal hopes and fears
LEADERS in Jersey’s fishing, farming and hospitality industries have outlined their hopes and fears as the UK prepares to leave the EU and negotiate a new trade deal by the end of this year.
Summer-born children more likely to struggle with basic skills, figures suggest
Youngsters born in the summer are less likely to have a ‘good level of development’ at age five than those with autumn birthdays, figures suggest.
‘We are older’ – Guardiola laughs off calming of Mourinho rivalry
The pair frequently clashed as Barcelona and Real Madrid managers but hostilities have eased since they came to the Premier League.
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.
Focus on trade talks as island of Ireland prepares for Brexit
Protests and celebrations will be held in Northern Ireland as the UK leaves the EU
Sinn Fein border poll pre-condition ‘a necessity’ for entering government
Mary Lou McDonald underlined the importance of her party’s red line in any talks with a possible coalition partner after the General Election.
French Connection shares plummet after failure to secure buyer
The retailer saw shares slide by almost a third after it said it was set to post between £1 million and £2 million in losses for the year.
Nicola Sturgeon urges patience on indyref2 as she predicts break-up of UK
The First Minister said she is confident Brexit will lead to independence for Scotland.
Amazon sees face mask sales surge amid coronavirus fears
Packs of 50 disposable masks have been selling fast on the website.
Brexit: 'Nothing will change today,' says minister
NOTHING will change when the UK legally leaves the EU today, the External Relations Minister has said.
Mixed reviews for airline that operated evacuation flight from China to UK
Wamos Air has an overall rating of two-and-a-half out of five on TripAdvisor.
Bear spray robbery on video
UPDATE: 4 p.m. Two masked thieves who robbed Valley Hemp in Penticton Thursday night were caught on surveillance video.
Tims seeks to reclaim roots
Tim Hortons franchisees gathered in Calgary earlier this week and erupted into applause after corporate executives promised to help reframe the public's understanding that the chain is a Canadian company.
GDP edges up 0.1 per cent
The Canadian economy edged higher in November, reversing most the decline seen in October, as cold weather helped boost the utilities sector and the construction and retail sectors also gained ground.
Stock markets fall
Canada's main stock index posted a triple-digit decline in late-morning trading as the heavyweight financial, energy and industrial sectors moved lower.
HBC board backs bid
The board of directors of Hudson's Bay Co. has unanimously recommended shareholders support a sweetened offer to take the retailer private.
Amazon hits 500K force
Need more proof that Amazon is big? It came this week.
Feathered bomber hits cops
North Vancouver RCMP are trying to get their ducks in order after a feathered foe vandalized their detachment building Thursday.
Deficit at $11.8 billion
The federal government ran a deficit of $11.8 billion over seven months of its 2019-20 fiscal year compared with a deficit of $2.1 billion in the same period last year.
Wet’suwet’en agree to talk
Wet’suwet’en hereditary chiefs have agreed to enter a discussion with the province for a period of seven days in an effort to de-escalate conflict surrounding the Coastal GasLink project.
Thieves target non profit
For decades Venture Training has been assisting people with a variety of developmental challenges, so the loss of $800 is a huge blow to the non-profit group.
Plans out for downtown loo
Kelowna's planning department is reviewing detailed designs for a new pop-up bathroom facility to be erected on Queensway Avenue.
Murder conviction tossed
The B.C. Court of Appeal has ordered a new trial for a Nakazdli man serving a life sentence for a grisly, drug-related murder committed seven years ago on the reserve outside Fort St. James.
Sally Ann will surpass goal
Back in November, Kelowna's Salvation Army set a lofty goal of raising $700,000 in its annual Christmas campaign.
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.
Grab an unlocked 512GB Galaxy Note9 and carry all your media offline for just $685 (45% off) (Update: Even cheaper)
If you're eyeing a Galaxy Note10 but don't want to spend a fortune on one, you might want to consider a Note9. Even though it's not the company's latest
Samsung Galaxy S9 update with One UI 2 and Android 10 starts rolling out (Update: US Cellular and more countries)
Despite updates to Samsung's roadmap indicating that Android 10 for the Galaxy S9 and S9+ might be further out than expected, the company has just started
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
EU to consider mandatory common charger for smartphones, paving the way for USB-C domination (Update: Vote passed)
The European Union will soon hold a vote to decide if it will enforce a mandatory, universal charging connector for all smartphones and other similar,
Nubia is apparently bringing 80W fast charging to its next Android phone
On a future, undisclosed smartphone, Nubia is teasing insane 80W charging speeds for topping off the battery extremely quickly.
The Samsung Galaxy Note 9, Note 10 beat the Pixel to the February 2020 patch
The February 2020 security patch, as it is now rolling out for the Galaxy Note 9 and Note 10 right now — ahead of the Google Pixel.
Friday deals: Nest Cam IQ $50 off, Motorola Androids from $130, more
Friday's best deals include the Nest Cam IQ at $50, plus various Motorola Android smartphones frmo $130. Go to 9to5Toys.com for additional deals.
Android Auto gains ability to silence notifications when driving
The Android Auto 5.0.500224 update has now finally added the ability to silence notifications for a less distracting driving experience.
Google app gives daily stock notifications an upgrade w/ watchlist results
Google has given its Android app a useful upgrade for daily stock notifications througha a server-side update that's rolling out on Android.
Google reaching out to D.C. policy experts with explainer tech summits
In today's regulatory climate, Big Tech is increasingly engaging with governments and other influential groups. A Google tech policy summit...
Motorola has sold over 100 million Moto G phones since 2013
Motorola has seen a lot of success from its Moto G line and this week, the company has announced 100 million units sold since 2013.
Design Guidelines for Contemporary Tropical Architecture
from San José, Costa Rica, shares his contemplations for a free expressive code for tropical architecture. However, deepening and broadening this...
Design Guidelines for Contemporary Tropical Architecture
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Dickey: San Pasqual longshot leads 5 Saturday price plays
Both Gulfstream Park and Santa Anita Park offer stakes-laden cards Saturday, with the features headlined by some solid favorites. But I'll try to beat a few, or in some instances find some high-priced board hitters, with these five horses.
Aqueduct's Empire 6 jackpot to pay out on bi-weekly basis
The New York Racing Association announced Friday a series of bi-weekly mandatory payouts for the Empire 6 wager beginning on Sunday, Feb. 9.
Weekend Plays: Monday Morning QB can get the Withers distance
Horse Racing news: Weekend Plays: Monday Morning QB can get the Withers distance.
Horak: Santa Anita's Robert B. Lewis chalk looks strong
Bob Baffert figures to maintain his hold on the west coast Kentucky Derby preps on Saturday at Santa Anita Park.
Three Technique likely to wait for Oaklawn Park's Rebel Stakes
Horse Racing news: Three Technique likely to wait for Oaklawn Park's Rebel Stakes.
Western Digital Announces BiCS5 112-Layer 3D NAND Up To 1.33 Terabits Per Chip For Next Gen SSDs
Western Digital is one of the biggest names in storage, and today the company announced it has developed its 5th generation 3D NAND flash memory technology called BiCS5.
Elon Musk Says 400-Mile Tesla Model S Is On The Horizon To Electrocute All EV Rivals
CEO Elon Musk recently proclaimed that the its flagship Model S will soon be capable of traveling 400 miles per charge.
Microsoft's Surface Book 3 Leaks In New Benchmarks With Ice Lake, GeForce GTX Max-Q GPUs
The first configuration features an Intel Ice Lake-based Core i7-1065G7 processor (4 cores/8 threads) and a GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q GPU.
Nintendo Finally Responds To Rumors Of High-Performance 'Switch Pro' Gaming Console
Don't hold your breath waiting for a more powerful Switch Pro to emerge, it's not coming this year.
Microsoft Launches Xbox Bug Bounty Program Paying Out Up To $20,000
Eligible submissions that have a clear and concise proof of concept are eligible for rewards up to $20,000.
Here's Why The OnePlus 8 Will Almost Definitely Arrive With Wireless Charging Support
OnePlus may have just provided a gigantic hint that wireless charging support is headed to the OnePlus 8, as it has joined the Wireless Power Consortium.
EU top court stays out of Croatia-Slovenia border row
The EU's top court ruled on Friday that it had no jurisdiction to settle a border dispute between Slovenia and Croatia. Slovenia had argued that its fellow EU member could be sued under EU law because it was not implementing a 2017 border ruling by the in...
Scotland may test a non-binding independence vote
Scotland's first minister Nicola Sturgeon said on Friday that she did not rule out testing the power of the Scottish parliament to hold a non-binding vote on independence after prime minister Boris Johnson's government opposed granting a referendum, Reute...
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.
Vrenetic will distribute its livestreaming apps in China
Vrenetic said that it will distribute its livestreaming apps in China as part of an effort to expand its market reach with new Chinese partners.
Authorized Science Ketosis – What is It?
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What’s ε in Math?
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Middle Range Theories Tool to Nursing Exploration
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On the Web Education and Learning – Should I Consider a Online Study Training Course in Information Science?
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Science Experiments For High School – How You Can Plan The Proper Experiment And Get The Results That You Want
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House supports reform thrust
HOUSE Majority Leader and Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez yesterday said the leadership of Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano is relentless in its work to help the administration institutionalize the crucial reforms that are vital to delivering the “campaign promises” of President Rodrigo “Rody” Duterte and sustain economic growth.
WHO declares virus global emergency
BEIJING — The United States told its citizens not to travel to China in the first major response to the World Health Organization’s declaration of a global emergency over the spreading coronavirus, as Chinese authorities Friday increased the toll to 213 dead and nearly 10,000 infections.
‘New dawn for Europe’ hailed as UK quits union
BRUSSELS — The EU’s three chiefs hailed Britain’s departure from the bloc on Friday as “a new dawn for Europe”, warning London would not keep the benefits of membership when it leaves.
Go for ban on travel from virus epicenter
SENATOR Christopher “Bong” Go said he had asked President Rodrigo Duterte to suspend travel from Hubei and its capital Wuhan, the epicenter of a virus outbreak that has spread beyond the country’s borders,.
Safety measures vs nCoV ordered
THE Department of Education (DepEd) has ordered school officials to strengthen the promotion of awareness and precautionary measures for schools and their immediate communities following the first confirmed case of novel coronavirus (nCoV) infection in the Philippines.
A gigantic undertaking
PEOPLE concede that addressing the many needs, including employment and medical, of residents affected by the eruption of Taal Volcano in Batangas is, without doubt, a gigantic undertaking.
Brexit Day celebrations: How the UK is marking 31 January
After nearly four years since the EU referendum in June 2016, Brexit Day is almost upon us. So how is the UK marking 31 January?
Brexit: what’s next? The crunch dates ahead and what investors expect - CityAM
The UK voted to leave the European Union by a margin of 52% to 48% in a referendum held on [...]
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.
British Steel rescue under threat as French government opposes Jingye deal
The Chinese takeover of embattled British Steel is hanging in the balance after the French government said it would oppose the deal.
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.
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 [...]
Brexit day is here – but does the rest of the world even care?
As the English sparkling wine sits in the Downing Street chillers for tonight's light show, what has Brexit done for our reputation, asks Paul Blanchard
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.
Elon Musk just released an EDM track on Soundcloud
Elon Musk has never been afraid of exploring new territory and has today released his first electronic dance music (EDM) [...]
Aston Martin shares leap as Lawrence Stroll leads rescue deal
Shares in Aston Martin rose 20 per cent today as it was announced that Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll would take a 20 per cent stake in the carmaker.
Airbus agrees to pay record €991m UK fine in €3.6bn global bribery settlement
A London court today approved a record €991m (£833m) fine for Airbus in exchange for suspending the prosecution of alleged [...]
French and Italian economies shrink as Eurozone slows
The French and Italian economies both unexpectedly contracted in the final quarter of the year as the struggling Eurozone caps off a year of weak growth.
Gold 50p Brexit coins sell out in hours
The 50p coin to commemorate Brexit has been beset by problems and repeated delays.
Laura Ashley chief executive steps down after eight years
Retailer Laura Ashley said today its chief executive Kwan Cheong Ng is stepping down after eight years in the role. [...]
Brexit Day: What the biggest Leavers and Remainers had to say
As the UK prepares to bring an end to its 47-year membership of the EU tonight at 11pm, here is how some of the major players reacted to Brexit Day:
The Lighthouse film review: Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe shine in this tale of madness at sea
A singularly evocative film, at once filthy and beautiful, funny and appalling. There’s nothing else like it and I love it unreservedly.
Tube delays: Commuters face Victoria Line chaos after Finsbury Park fire alert
A fire alert at Finsbury Park has led to rush hour havoc on the Victoria Line, while a signal failure disrupted the Piccadilly Line.
Coronavirus UK: How will health authorities react and what steps can I take?
The first two cases of the coronavirus in the UK were confirmed earlier today by Public Health England. Read the latest advice here.
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.
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.
India’s Supreme Court allows Sarda Mines to resume mining in Odisha
The Supreme Court of India has allowed Sarda Mines to resume mining operations in the state of Odisha if it pays INR933m ($139m) in environmental fine.
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.
Free bandwidth for office parks – Accelerit Business Solutions
Accelerit is offering the first five clients to sign up on its feasible office parks free Internet based on a needs analysis conducted with the client.
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.
GM brings Hummer back to life – as an EV truck
GMC Hummer EV will make its official debut at the Detroit-Hamtramck plant in May.
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.
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.
IBM CEO Ginni Rometty retires
The company’s chairman, president and chief executive officer will be replaced by Arvind Krishna.
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.
IT Varsity snaps up local language apps provider
The Durban-based edtech company becomes the new custodian of Xander Apps, a provider of home language early childhood development apps.
Upswing expected in SA’s ICT spending in 2020
Despite SA’s subdued economic outlook, technology has a massive part to play in the country’s growth in the future, with ICT spending to reach R393 billion in 2020, says the IDC.
United Business Solutions’ successful green printer offering
The remanufactured line is carefully handpicked from thousands of low-usage, off-lease and demo printers in Europe and around the world.
Parliament’s IT service accused of blocking land submissions
An advocacy group is fuming that Parliament’s server is blocking land submissions as “unacceptable content”.
Coveney claims Brexit will 'dominate Irish politics' as UK prepares to leave the EU tonight
He also said there will be no discussions on a trade deal if there is not a ‘level playing field’.
Senate rejects witnesses in Trump trial, all but ensuring his acquittal
The Democrats had wanted testimony from John Bolton.
Crusader Kings 3 dev diary is all about making the right lifestyle choices
Ensuring you have a healthy well-rounded lifestyle is hard at the best of times, but now imagine that you're a medieval nobleman looking to do anything and everything to get ahead in the world. In the
There won’t be a Nintendo Switch Pro coming out in 2020
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa has put a dampener on hopes of a new and more powerful Nintendo Switch coming out any time soon, stating that the company has "no plans to launch a new Nintendo Sw
Star Wars Battlefront II BB-8 update rolls out on Monday, the Age of Rebellion revealed
The delayed BB-8 update for Star Wars Battlefront II will be rolling out on Monday, 3rd February after being halted by a last minute bug earlier this week. The update will also see the Age of Resistan
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order sells 8m, new Star Wars game by 2022
Well who could have predicted that: Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, a single player action game without any online game modes or games-as-service gubbins, has sold a bucketload of copies.Despite the
Lair of the Clockwork God blends platforming with a point & click adventure in February
Having been announced last March at EGX Rezzed, Lair of the Clockwork God is gearing up for release on 21st February, and it's got a fresh new trailer with a wonderfully over the top soundtrack to boo
Death Stranding update 1.10 adds new BT feature
Kojima's celeb-filled postman sim, Death Stranding, has received a new title update today. Fire up your PlayStation 4 console and you'll get a notification for version 1.10 which is ready to download
The Sims 5 rumours, release date, gameplay, news and more
We suspect that EA is developing The Sims 5 at the moment, so here's everything we know about the release date, possible features and more
Nintendo boss shuts down Switch Pro rumours: “We have no plans”
Despite rumours of Switch Pro mass production starting soon, Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa claims it's not happening in 2020
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (Note 11) Release Date, Price & Spec Rumours
King of the phablets is not down yet. Here's what to expect from a potential Samsung Galaxy Note 20, successor to the flagship Note 10.
How to cancel Spotify Premium
If you want your three-month free trial of Spotify Premium without paying a penny, here's how to cancel your subscription before you get charged.
How to delete your Google location history
Google collects and stores all your location information by default. Here's how to clear everything it has already, and ensure it's turned off for good.
How to connect your laptop to a monitor
Hooking up a monitor to your laptop gives you more desktop space for apps or simply a bigger display to work on when you're at a desk. We show you how to make it work.
Oppo smartwatch showcased by company exec ahead of launch
Weeks ahead of the rumoured MWC 2020 announcement, an Oppo VP has provided our first look at the upcoming smartwatch
How Much Are We Paying for Our Subscription Services? A Lot
Online subscriptions sure sound cheap, but what do a few bucks a month to watch TV shows, store photos online and stream music add up to? Quite a lot, it turns out. From a report: In 2019, we each spent $640 on digital subscriptions like streaming video and music services, cloud storage, dating apps...
Why New Mexico Elects More Women Of Color Than The Rest Of The Country
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Can You Roll The Perfect Bowl?
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What You Should Know About Primaries And Caucuses
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The F-35 Is Still Broken and the F-35A Can’t Shoot Straight
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8-Core x86 CPU From China Goes Up for Sale
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Hibs ace Kamberi heading to Rangers for medical in potential three-way deal that involves Docherty and McNulty
FLORIAN KAMBERI is on his way to Rangers for a medical – but Hibs have yet to agree to a deal let him leave on loan. Gers want the Swiss striker as cover for crocked Jermain Defoe and Hibs ha…
Brexit vigils to be held across Scotland as Nicola Sturgeon says country is on the ‘cusp’ of independence
NICOLA Sturgeon believes Scotland is “on the cusp” of independence. Speaking in Edinburgh as the UK gets set to leave the European Union, the First Minister said the SNP will double the…
Rangers icon Ally McCoist heading to South America to catch rare Golden Dorado which can grow to 4ft and attack anglers
RANGERS legend Ally McCoist is travelling to the South American wilderness on a fishing trip in a bid to land his biggest ever catch. The former Ibrox player and manager revealed he is going to Pat…
Celtic transfer news: Lewis Morgan joins David Beckham’s Inter Miami on permanent deal
CELTIC winger Lewis Morgan has joined Inter Miami on a permanent deal. David Beckham’s new MLS side announced the news of the Hoops ace’s signing on their website. The move come just da…
Hull City clinch £1.5m deal for Motherwell’s James Scott
MOTHERWELL have accepted a bid from Hull City for James Scott in a deal worth £1.5million. SunSport revealed last night that Well chiefs turned down a £750,000 bid from the Tigers for the 19-year-o…
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
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
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
Integrate ‘Assemble in India’ into Make in India
Move will boost exports, create 80 mn jobs in next 10 years, survey says.The Survey gives China’s example, where labour-intensive exports between 2001 and 2006 created 70 million jobs
Thalinomics versus Dosanomics: a tale of two chief economic advisers
An average household that eats two vegetarian Thalis a day gained around ₹10,887 on average.The price of a vegetarian thali increased last year after falling ‘significantly’ for five years
India bans export of all kinds of respiratory masks
The move assumes significance as there could be a spurt in demand for personal protection equipments due to coronavirus outbreak.DGFT also bans imports of stock lot papers
'Samosas, not hamburgers': Anand Mahindra quips as Arvind Krishna named IBM CEO
Mahindra Group chairman was among the Twitter users who celebrated Arvind Krishna's appointment as IBM CEO.He called it as the stunning endorsement of the managerial capabilities
Scientists back use of Napier grass as sustainable way to feed herds
According to a study carried out in Kenya by the Centre for International Forestry Research,the use of Napier grass as fodder could help reduce strain on forests.
Worsening locust invasion threatens food security across East Africa
So far just $15 million has been mobilized to help stop the outbreak that threatens to worsen an already poor hunger situation for millions of people in Kenya, Ethiopia, Somalia and elsewhere.
Re-Spins
Re-spins became more expensive as mask costs increased exponentially but fortunately verification software improved relentlessly largely thanks to Mentor Graphics
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Most Read articles – Intel process, Quantum annealing, Magnetic components
Let’s look once again at the five most read articles on ElectronicsWeekly.com that were written in the last week, via the stats of Google Analytics. See what your peers have been reading this last seven days.
A tiny useful discovery about the 4046 phase locked loop chip
Whilst poring over 4046 phase locked loop data sheets, I noticed yet another subtle useful difference between the the later faster 74HC4046 (diag from NXP data sheet) and the earlier slower CD4046.
Satellite connectivity drives Comtech acquisition of Gilat
Comtech Telecommunications is buying Gilat Satellite Networks for $532.5m, it has been announced.
112 layer flash to be sampled in Q1
Kioxia, the renamed Toshiba, says it will sample a 112-layer TLC flash in Q1. It is the fifth-generation BiCS FLASH 3D flash memory.
Why are Arab states 'divided' in the face of Trump's plan?
The divided reaction from Arab states to US President Donald Trump's so-called Middle East plan has come as no surprise, analysts say, noting that the main reason for support - whether strong or subtle - is to guarantee Washington's backing against a common regional enemy, Iran.
Pompeo pledges US support for Ukraine amid impeachment trial
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo underscored Washington's support for Ukraine on Friday during a visit to Kyiv, as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called for the US to play a greater role in settling the conflict with Russian-backed separatists.
After UK leaves EU on January 31, what will change?
On Friday evening, as the clock strikes 23:00 GMT, Britain will leave the European Union.
Why did European Parliament delay a vote on India's CAA, Kashmir?
European Union parliamentarians have voted to postpone a vote that criticises India's Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and its lockdown in Kashmir.
Mediterranean refugee deaths drop but experts say risks remain
In the first month of 2020, at least 70 people drowned in the Mediterranean while attempting the perilous journey to Europe, the lowest level since 2014, the start of the refugee crisis.
Ability to fight flu depends on which virus strain dominated in childhood: study
VANCOUVER - Researchers at two Canadian universities say the first type of influenza virus people are exposed to in early childhood dictates their ability t
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
Record 31.19 million foreign nationals entered Japan in 2019
The number of foreign nationals who entered Japan in 2019 came to 31.19 million, logging a record high for the seventh consecutive year, the Immigration Se
Could growing tourism troubles unseat Kyoto's long-time mayor?
Kyoto voters head to the polls Sunday to cast their ballots in a mayoral election that will have an impact on the city's future policies for domestic and i
Virus poses stark challenges to Abe's tourism goals as Tokyo Olympics loom
The coronavirus outbreak is posing myriad challenges for the Japanese economy, including a key Abe administration policy initiative — the promotion of inbo
The world's hypocrisy about Israel's occupation of the West Bank
Jewish settlements are not the primary obstacle to peace with the Palestinians.
Assault on Syria's Idlib pushes 700,000 to flee in potential 'international crisis,' says U.S. envoy
An assault on rebel-held northwest Syria by government forces has pushed some 700,000 people to flee toward the Turkish border and raised the specter of an
Number of foreign workers in Japan totals record 1.66 million
Chinese accounted for a quarter of the total with 418,327, followed by 401,326 Vietnamese and 179,685 Filipinos, the labor ministry says.
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After weeks of eavesdropping, listening to second-hand accounts of conversations and dropping very obvious signals, Hana and Vivi finally come face to face
Feeling lucky? Only lottery winners will get to enjoy Suntory's limited edition 55-year-old single malt whisky
The newest bottle in the vaunted lineup of premium Japanese whiskies is more than 55 years old. The nation's oldest distillery will release Yamazaki 55 thi
Economist who counted $40 billion cost from SARS predicts far bigger hit from new coronavirus
The global cost of the coronavirus could be three or four times that of the 2003 SARS outbreak, which sapped the world's economy by $40 billion, according
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Xi’s ‘authoritarian’ leadership in countering coronavirus crisis draws flak
Mayor of Wuhan triggers avalanche of international criticism with candid comments
Animal welfare organisations not coming forward for ABC programme: BBMP
Civic body to apprise Animal Welfare Board of India of the same
The politics of construction: on violating building bylaws and land use rules
Why are brazen violations of building bylaws and land use rules still allowed, asks Nidhi Adlakha
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.
Quality scores, along with amenities
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Economic Survey 2019-20: Stubble burning incidents come down
But farmers continue this practice every year, starting winter
Down to the needle: what to expect from cosmetic acupuncture
What to expect from cosmetic acupuncture, and why it is worth a try
Around the clock
Photographer Chirodeep Chaudhuri’s obsession with time telling devices forms the basis of mapping an unseen Mumbai
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.
Role of IR professionals more challenging, says N. Srinivasan
“You should have empathy, be fair and transparent in your approach and must earn the trust and confidence of trade unions and workforce.”
Day 1 of Parliament’s Budget Session sees protests against CAA-NRC-NPR
President’s address to Parliament has become a platform to legitimise government’s blunders, says Congress’ Ahmed Patel
Britain’s last day in the EU | Here is a chronology of Brexit
United Kingdom is set to leave the European Union at 2300 hours GMT on January 31, 2020.
Fiscal deficit hits 132% of full-year target
The deficit was 112.4% of 2018-19 Budget Estimate (BE) in the corresponding period.
Understanding ‘Thalinomics’, or the economics of a plate of food in India
Analysing this data, the survey found that since 2015-16, there was a change in the dynamics of ‘thali’ prices.
Hindustan Unilever clocks 4% sales growth
Firm hit by weak consumer sentiment
After mass retirement of staff, BSNL to outsource jobs
In the State, 4,596 out of 9,381 employees opted for VRS
Brexit brings a new dawn for United Kingdom: Boris Johnson
47-year-long membership of EU ends
Neemuchwala quits Wipro, analysts say it’s good for tech giant
‘His tenure was fraught with struggles’
Man of the hour: Dr. B.V. Doshi
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Highlights of CEA Subramanian press meet on Economic Survey: from 'wealth creation' to ‘Thalinomics'
Mr. Subramanian stressed that India’s aspiration to become a $5 trillion economy depends critically on promoting “pro-business” policy and moving away from “pro-crony” policy.
Donald Trump likely to be acquitted
Republicans move to block additional witnesses in President’s trial in the Senate
Coronavirus shadow overseafood exports to China
MPEDA Chairman, however says the impact is minimal
Survey doesn’t address ground realities: Cong.
‘It’s an exercise in obfuscation’
Sensex drops 190 points; Nifty ends below 12K
All eyes have now turned to the Union Budget, scheduled to be presented on Saturday.
Vedanta profit rises 49% to ₹2,348 crore
Revenue, however, drops 10% to to ₹21,126 crore
Half of BSNL TS staff opts out
About 5,000 employees take VRS
SBI profit jumps 41% to ₹6,797crore in Q3 on lower provisioning
Consolidated income rose to ₹95,384.28 crore in the third quarter from ₹84,390.14 crore in October-December 2018-19, SBI said in a regulatory filing
Two-day cultural extravaganza ‘Namma Madurai’ begins today
Focus of the event will be on cleaning and protecting the Vaigai
Economic Survey 2020: India has low rates of formal entrepreneurship
Large number of enterprises operate in informal economy not captured by data
SBI posts highest ever net on Essar Steel recovery
Asset quality improves, slippages stay elevated; no big ticket loan going forward, says CMD
Railways allow armed escorts in freight trains to secure goods prone to theft
Armed escorts have been initially approved in the Eastern Railway zone and will be reviewed after a period of six months before it is extended to the other zonal railways
Thanjavur-Tiruvarur electrified stretch inspected
K.A. Manoharan, Commissioner of Railway Safety, Southern Circle, Bengaluru, inspected the electrified Thanjavur – Tiruvarur broad gauge section on Friday. He commenced the inspection from Thanjavur tr
Processes of exports, imports at KIA have improved vastly: Economic Survey
‘This is after implementation of authorised economic operators policy in 2016’
HCL top employer across Europe, South Africa
HCL Technologies said it has been named Top Employer 2020 in the United Kingdom, Sweden, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, France and South Africa.As well as achieving status as a Top Employer in mult
Watch | Highlights of Economic Survey 2019-20
A video on India's Economic Survey 2019-20 which was tabled on January 31, 2020
Gandhi misquoted in President’s address: Yechury
Yechury slams speech justifying CAA
Karnataka CM gets approval for Cabinet expansion, may induct 11 Ministers
Chief Minister Yediyurappa said the date of swearing-in will be decided in a day or two, although he indicated that it would most likely be held on February 3.
Economic Survey 2019-20: Food inflation higher in urban areas
Economic Survey moots tighter monetary policy in case of food, fuel price shock
Miss Marple moves to Goa
For fans of the whodunit as gradually unfolding conundrum rather than mere build-up to a climactic masterstroke, an Indian reboot of a British play based on the 1962 Agatha Christie novel, The Mirror
Let’s talk shopping; At the Go Glam Shopping exhibition in Coimbatore
Entrepreneurs from the region make a good show at the ongoing Go Glam Shopping exhibition
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.”
Kalyana Karnataka should not hope for much from Union Budget: Kharge
Former Minister Priyank Kharge on Friday said the Union Budget holds little hope for Kalyana Karnataka.Speaking to presspersons, he said that since 2014, the BJP-led Union government has neither given
From beef to poha: Why food multiculturalism cannot be an end in itself
Often, we are only too happy to keep the food and kick out the people the food belongs to
Erdogan hits out at Arab ‘treason’ over Donald Trump plan
He questioned their silence on the issue
Economic Survey 2019-20 sources data from Wikipedia, other private entities
The Economic Survey 2019-20 has sourced certain data from Wikipedia, which is not considered as reliable source of information.Besides Wikipedia, the Survey has also relied on data from other private
Economic Survey 2019-20: India can chart China-like export trajectory
It calls for integrating ‘Assemble in India for the world’ into Make-in-India
Govt. has lowered prestige of President’s office by including CAA in his address: Ghulam Nabi Azad
Speaking at a press briefing after President Kovind’s address, Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Ghulam Nabi Azad it was shameful that the government claimed the CAA to be an achievement and included it in the President’s address
Be aggressive on CAA, PM urges NDA partners
Allies JD(U), Akalis wants changes in NPR form
The EMI waiver is here
In these difficult times for real estate and home loan segment, banks and housing finance companies (HFIs) have found a new method to attract borrowers – home loans with EMI waivers. It does not mean
Birkenstock comes to India
With its new store at the Delhi airport, the all-German brand comes at a time of economic downturn, when we need stolid, long-lasting shoes
Three major trade unions to jointly fight for enhancement of minimum wages
‘State government dilly-dallying over release of order on the issue’
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.”
Top news of the day: Delhi court postpones hanging of Nirbhaya case convicts, Economic Survey pegs GDP growth at 6-6.5% in next fiscal, and more
The major news headlines of the day, and more.
Tech Mahindra profit dips 5% to ₹1,146 cr.
Firm’s revenue, however, rises 8% to ₹9,655 crore
Core sector grows at 1.3% in Dec. 2019
The growth was, however, lower than the 2.1% recorded in December 2018.
Where words speak louder than actions
Into that heaven, my Father, my country has already awakened
Plastic use to be banned soon in Nirmal district
District Collector suggests meaningful interactions between technology students and farmers to develop agriculture
Economic Survey 2019-20: GDP data accuracy story
The Economic Survey also added that since 10% increase in new firm creation increases district-level GDP growth by 1.8%.
Training reviewed
Vinod Kumar Dhaka, Inspector General-cum-Principal Chief Security Commissioner, Railway Protection Special Force, Railway Board, New Delhi, on Friday inspected the Railway Protection Special Force V B
Economic Survey pegs GDP growth at 6-6.5% in next fiscal
Government must use its strong mandate to deliver expeditiously on reforms, it says
Economic Survey 2020 pitches divestment in public sector undertakings
Economic Survey says public sector units performed better than peers after privatisation
‘Fatalities can be avoided only if blood diseases are detected in time’
Health staff asked to take such cases to the notice of nodal hospitals
Coronovirus: N95 masks in short supply in Bengaluru
Karnataka seeks 6,000 more personal protection kits from Centre
Poundland shoppers lose it after spotting controversial 'design flaw' on giraffe toys
A picture of the offending toy has opened the floodgates on social media
Will the UK still be able to compete in Eurovision after Brexit?
Are we still allowed to enter the Eurovision Song Contest when we leave the European Union?
Tax rule changes mean millions of people will get an extra £104 a year from April
31 million people will see some extra cash in their accounts
Woman's Deliveroo order goes viral after she spots something unexpected in her basket
Tanyah Boman only wanted to order a milkshake, but she got a lot more than she bargained for
What you need to know if you’re an EU citizen living in the UK after Brexit
EU citizens who want to stay in the UK after Brexit will need to apply online for the EU Settlement Scheme
What time does Brexit take place today?
The UK is set to leave the EU on Friday, January 31 with Boris Johnson's Brexit bill getting the go-ahead in parliament ahead of being given royal assent to become law.
Could Britain ever rejoin the European Union after Brexit?
Is there any going back after January 31?
What you need to know if you live and work in Spain, France or other EU country after Brexit
Living and working in the EU depends on the rules of the individual country
Mindless vandals will not stop ransacking this Stockport charity shop
"It is difficult to believe that someone could be so cruel as to target a charity shop again and again"
Best TV shows to watch on Amazon Prime Video UK now
If you're looking for a binge-worthy series to get stuck into, these are some of the best series available for you to watch on Amazon Prime Video now
US wants to hike NHS drug prices in a Brexit trade deal, top diplomat declares
Sir Kim Darroch, who was our man in Washington, said 'of course' the US wants higher drug prices when it sells to the UK - despite Boris Johnson dismissing the claims as "nonsense"
Barcelona pulled out of Cedric Bakambu transfer while striker was on flight to club
Former Villarreal striker Cedric Bakambu thought he was on his way to Barcelona from Chinese side Beijing Sinobo Guoan F.C
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer sceptical Man Utd will complete deadline day transfer for Josh King
Manchester United have had a bid turned down for Bournemouth striker Josh King, who played under Red Devils manager Ole Gunnar Solskajer for the club's reserves
Simple method to work out complicated percentages is blowing people's minds
A reply to a post on Reddit asking 'What's a little-known but obvious fact that will immediately make all of us feel stupid?' has gone viral after sharing a handy maths hack
Mikel Arteta's task at Arsenal has been underlined by their January transfer activity
Arsenal signed just Pablo Mari and Cedric Soares in a low-key window for the Gunners, who are currently 10 points off the Champions League places
Pep Guardiola insists Jose Mourinho deserves respect as managerial rivalry resumes
Manchester City take on Tottenham this weekend as Pep Guardiola faces off against arch-rival Jose Mourinho
Brexit Day timeline: How did we get here and what happens next?
It's been a long and winding road to the UK's decision to leave the EU. Here's how we got here, and how more than 1,000 days of Parliamentary drama since the Brexit vote in 2016 have played out
Best luggage brands to invest in if you're looking for stylish suitcases
Jet-set lifestyle: These are the best luggage brands for on-trend travel, from cool cabin bags to stylish suitcases
Man Utd get Josh King transfer boost as Eddie Howe opens door to Bournemouth exit
Manchester United have made a deadline day move to sign Josh King, who came through the ranks at Old Trafford
Brexit: Boris Johnson hails 'dawn of a new era' as UK leaves EU at 11pm tonight
The PM will address the nation - but he faces warnings of launching a 'race to the bottom' on trade and knows many northern voters have high expectations that he will deliver
Man Utd new boy Bruno Fernandes tipped to follow in the footsteps of Cristiano Ronaldo
Bruno Fernandes joined Man Utd from Sporting Lisbon for £46.6m to follow in the footsteps of Portugal great Cristiano Ronaldo
Fiona Phillips: We must take steps to get our traffic right
The walk to my shopping street is a free-for-all for cyclists and a hazardous journey for anyone on a pedestrian path. And don’t get me started on the roads
Boris Johnson apparently blurts out 'keep digging' HS2 plan to a 10-year-old
The Prime Minister said of the controversial rail project: "In a hole the size of HS2, the only thing to do is keep digging."
Manor House fire alert: Passengers left 'choking' after smoke on tube train
Passengers travelling on the London Underground Piccadilly Line said they were forced to evacuate the station after the train broke down during the busy commuter rush hour period
What could derail the long-awaited property market recovery?
PROPERTY experts are hopeful 2020 will be the year the Perth market returns to growth.
Indigenous kids visit Joondalup for day of fun
ABOUT 25 children from the Aboriginal Middle Years Hip Hop (Beat Walkers) Program arrived in Joondalup yesterday to take part in various activities.
Market Pulse on January 30th
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Where are the best places to live in Suffolk and Essex?
Districts across Suffolk and Essex have been named among the best places to live in the UK in the annual Halifax Quality of Life Survey for stunning wildlife, vibrant economies and hot spot locations.
Woodbridge Regatta breaks tradition with hopes of Bank Holiday bonanza
Woodbridge is breaking tradition this year by holding its annual regatta in May instead of the traditional summer months.
Suffolk mum to open new high street shop
A brand new eco friendly shop is set to open its doors in a Suffolk market town next month.
Fresh hope for future of football club ground near A14
Proposals to secure the future of Stowmarket Football Club's ground - and unlock major funding from the FA - are to be considered by a Suffolk council.
IVF 'postcode lottery' in Suffolk and Essex could be coming to an end
The 'IVF postcode lottery' that impacts couples in Suffolk and Essex could be coming to an end under new NHS proposals.
Short-term labour shortages on cards for Suffolk and Norfolk farms post-Brexit
East Anglia's farmers are set to count the cost of Brexit with a labour squeeze and higher costs - although there will be opportunities to develop stronger domestic supply chains, a report suggests.
Is this the most expensive bottle of liqueur in the world?
Suffolk auctioneers are toasting what they believe may be a record price for a single bottle of liqueur.
Is 2020 set to be the year for farmers to act or to take stock?
East Anglian farmers wanting to buy or sell land should
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.
Relief as new scheme to control parking problems to be introduced in Woodbridge
Woodbridge will be introducing parking restrictions from April this year as part of the new initiative instigated by the civil parking enforcement (CPE) scheme.
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.
Shoe Zone to close town centre store
A budget shoe retailer is to pull out of a west Suffolk town after reporting a slump in profits last year.
'I will give everything for the badge', says new United recruit Fernandes
Manchester United's latest signing, Bruno Fernandes, has assured fans that he is highly motivated to give "everything" for the club.
Racing Point F1 team renamed Aston Martin from 2021
The Racing Point F1 team will be rebranded Aston Martin from 2021, James Bond's favourite carmaker confirmed after securing a large cash injection to get back on track.
Prince urges CSA to 'confront brutal facts' on Kolpak issue
Cape Cobras coach Ashwell Prince has urged Cricket South Africa to strongly examine the reasons behind players leaving the country.
Ackermann robbed at gunpoint while on holiday in SA
Gloucester flank Ruan Ackermann was robbed at gunpoint while on holiday in South Africa.
The decline of Valentino Rossi: “he who laughs last, laughs longest”
Are you really sure Vale has accepted this situation? A sad decline in a satellite team? There is something about this story that doesn’t convince me…
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
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
Hong Kong-based Digital Asset Exchange Bitfinex Introduces Margin Trading for Tether’s New Gold-backed Stablecoin
Hong Kong-based digital asset exchange Bitfinex has introduced margin trading for Tether gold (XAU₮). Beginning on January 30, 2020, the exchange has confi
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
CFTC Chairman Heath P. Tarbert Wants US to Take the Lead in Adopting Cryptocurrencies and Blockchain Technology
Dr. Heath P. Tarbert, chairman and chief executive at the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), recently stated that he would like to see the United S
Nordea Appoints Virgin Money’s Ian Smith As New CFO & Head of Group Finance
Finland-based banking group Nordea Bank announced on Thursday it has appointed Virgin Money's CFO Ian Smith as its new CFO and Head of Group Finance. According to Nordea, Smith has an extensive background in the financial services sector in the UK and has held senior positions as a banking audit partner and later as Financial Services M&A leader at Deloitte. He also previously served as Director of Group Finance at Lloyds Banking Group plc and
Localized Peer to Peer Lender Folk2Folk Reports Record Amount Invested via IFISA
Folk2Folk, a localized peer to peer lending platform, is reporting a "record year" regarding its Innovative Finance ISA (IFISA) offering during 2019. The comp
Monzo Tightens Security By Updating 3D Secure Feature
UK-based challenger bank Monzo announced earlier this week it has up’ed its security measures by upgrading its 3D Secure feature, which is a payment standard
Denmark’s Smart Payment Card Issuer Pleo Introduces New Credit Card by Partnering with Mastercard, JPMorgan
Denmark-headquartered Pleo, a smart payment card issuer, has confirmed that it’s introducing a new credit card by teaming up with Mastercard and J.P. Morgan,
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
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
Friday’s analyst upgrades and downgrades
Inside the Market’s roundup of some of today’s key analyst actions
Opinion: Why Canada should end our unfair birth-tourism policies
Several countries have changed their citizenship laws to end the practice and it’s long past time that we follow suit
What every Canadian investor needs to know today
A look at the morning’s market action
When the price tag seems too good to be true, it might be – but not because of the cost
When the price tag seems too good to be true, it might be, learns Gayle MacDonald. Not because of the cost, but because the sticker seems to be a permanent feature of the product
Burger King says it never promised Impossible Whoppers were vegan
Burger King said plaintiff Phillip Williams should have asked how Impossible Whoppers were cooked before ordering one
Israel launches air strikes on targets in Gaza after militants fire three rockets
There were no reports of casualties or major damage from the exchange of fire overnight, which came amid heightened tensions after Trump released his Mideast plan
Premarket: World shares struggle for footing after virus-battered week
Oil and copper prices set for worst month since May
Opinion: The 'Resilient Newfoundlander’ saves the day: Lessons from the storm of the century
Citizens coming together to help one another is great, but it’s not a substitute for government-led leadership
Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll leads group buying stake in Aston Martin
Stroll will become the iconic car company’s executive chairman; consortium, which also includes André Desmarais, will initially buy a 16.7 per cent interest with plans to raise that to 20 per cent
Call for ‘vacancy control’ to curb Vancouver rental rates
Housing advocates are concerned that the trend toward jacking up rents once units vacate will result in further displacement
Friday’s small-cap stocks to watch
Our roundup of Canadian small-caps of between $100-million and $2.5-billion in market capitalization making news and on the move today
Market movers: Stocks that saw action on Friday - and why
A roundup of some of the North American equities making moves in both directions today
A bullish signal for Canada’s banks, the SNC-Lavalin rally isn’t over, and why gold is setting up for a fall
A roundup of investment ideas for active investors
Three simple tweaks to your everyday routine to be happier and more successful
These three simple changes will make you more productive instantly
Canada’s economy bucks forecasts, posts surprise gain
Statistics Canada says GDP grew by 0.1 per cent in November despite impact of rail strike, pipeline disruption; economists had expected no increase for the month
‘Rich people own stocks. Poor people own houses’
A roundup of what The Globe and Mail’s market strategist Scott Barlow is reading today on the Web
Airbus paying $4-billion to settle corruption probe, exposing bribery allegations
The plane maker has been investigated by French and British authorities for suspected corruption over jet sales dating back over a decade
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
First influenza exposure dictates lifelong ability to fight the virus, study suggests
Researchers say the results of a study suggest exposure to one of the two flu strains that circulate every year imprints itself on a person’s immunity and disproportionately affects their lifelong response to the flu
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
What these eight business leaders learned from their biggest failures
Issy Sharp, Jim Treliving and more on how flaming out made them better
UK not to introduce visa-free travel for Ukrainians after Brexit – envoy
The UK is not going to open a visa center in Ukraine.
White House to propose keeping Ukraine aid intact in new budget – media
The money at issue comes from two programs: one administered by the Pentagon, and the other by the State Department.
Aussie property values rise another 0.9% in January
CoreLogic’s dwelling price results have been released for January, which reveals another 0.9% increase in values over the month at the 5-city level, driven by more strong rises across Sydney (1.1%) and Melbourne (1.2%):
Apple Maps Completely Revamped In Latest Update
Apple has announced that it is rolling out a major upgrade to its iOS navigation app, Apple Maps. The new update will add a revamped map design as well as
EA May Make More Single Player Star Wars Games Following Success Of Jedi: Fallen Order
After cancelling so many single player Star Wars games, Electronic Arts finally struck gold with Jedi: Fallen Order. And it was such a hit for the company
Failure to reach post-Brexit trade deal 'existential threat' to Ireland: PM
Johnson has said he wants Britain to set its own standards and regulations.
Crisis-hit Thyssenkrupp mulls sale of '15bn euro elevator unit'
Deciding the future of the elevator unit was the group's "top priority", said Merz, aiming to raise billions of euros in fresh capital that could be used across the conglomerate's struggling divisions.
India's annual growth slows to 5% as New Delhi vows revival
India needs to create jobs for the 1.2 million new entrants to the labor market every month but unemployment levels have hit a four-decade high.
Lebanon central bank chief says $1bn sent abroad
Protesters have accused bankers of complicity with the political class and suspect politicians of transferring funds abroad despite the restrictions and a prolonged local bank closure when protests first broke out.
Divided Britain sees 'new dawn' in historic farewell to EU
And while the exit terms have been agreed, Britain must still strike a deal on future relations with the EU, its largest trading partner. Both set out their negotiating positions Monday.
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.
US warns citizens to avoid China amid WHO's global virus emergency
Tedros said travel and trade restrictions involving China were unnecessary, but authorities and businesses around the world were taking matters into their own hands.
Gayle takes his big hitting to Nepal's T20 league
EPL managing director Aamir Akhtar said it had taken months of negotiations to persuade Gayle to play in the Himalayan nation.
SAMA launches licenses for non-bank financial institutions
The SAMA has licensed the Saudi Digital Payments Company (STCPay) as an Electronic Wallet Company, and GEIDEA Technology Company as a payment services company following the success of the trial period in an experimental environment.
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.
Time running out for 'GOAT' Federer as rivals close in
Federer will be closing on his 39th birthday by the time Roland Garros and Wimbledon roll around — nearly two years older than Ken Rosewall when he became the oldest Grand Slam champion at 37 at the 1972 Australian Open.
Saudi Arabia supports UN Alliance of Civilizations with $1 million
The support was offered during a meeting with High Representative of the Alliance of Civilizations, Miguel Angel Moratinos here.
Watch: G Herbo Lights It Up In New SESSIONS Video
Chicago rapper G Herbo is in steady work mode. The hip-hop entertainer has finally delivered the visual treatment to his new "Sessions" anthem. Watch and commen
Drake + Future Follow-Up LIFE IS GOOD W/ Surprise New DESIRES Song
OVO Sound boss Drake and Future are putting in that work-work. The hip-hop pair haven't wasted any time and come through with another new single. Big Facts:
Fanged Wyvern - Monster Hunter World
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Possible disruption to water supply in Tallanstown on Monday - Talk of the Town
Homeowners and businesses in Tallanstown may suffer disruption to their water supply this Monday. This is due to mains repair works due to be carried out in the Rathbrist area of the village from 10.30am to 6pm on the day. Irish Water has advised that those affected may experience low pressure or a water outage...Read More→
Brexit to proceed tonight as Britain leaves the EU - Talk of the Town
Brexit will finally go ahead tonight when Britain leaves the European Union after 47 years. The UK will formally cease to be a member state at midnight tonight, Central European Time, 11pm Irish time. Boris Johnson will address the nation an hour beforehand. He will say: “Our job as the government – my job –...Read More→
Benefit Night for Baxter Browne taking place in The Fairways next weekend - Talk of the Town
A Benefit Night for Baxter Browne will take place in The Fairways Hotel next weekend. The event on Saturday February 8th has been organised by Blackrock woman Theresa McGorrian to raise funds so that her nephew’s son Baxter Browne can travel to England for life-saving treatment which is not available in Ireland. Baxter, aged six,...Read More→
Border poll an 'absolute necessity' for Sinn Féin to enter government - Talk of the Town
Sinn Féin president Mary Lou McDonald has said that a border poll will be an “absolute necessity” as a pre-condition before the party enters government. Speaking on a visit to the Louth/Armagh border today, Deputy McDonald made clear that she would only be part of an Irish government that is committed to pushing for a...Read More→
Applications open for An Táin Arts Centre's Emerging Visual Artist Residency - Talk of the Town
Applications are now open for the Emerging Visual Artist Residency Award at An Táin Arts Centre from July 1st to September 30th. An Táin Arts Centre’s Emerging Visual Artist Residency programme is open to recent graduates and artists at the start of their career looking to establish a collaborative practice in a community setting. The...Read More→
Two storey extension planned for Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital - Talk of the Town
A new two storey extension is planned for Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda. The proposed extension will facilitate the Acute Surgical Assessment Unit and the acute short stay in-patients admission areas should it proceed. The Health Service Executive has applied to Louth County Council for planning permission for a two storey building extension...Read More→
The Panic of the Never Trumpers
As the Iowa caucus looms, this rogue Republican contingent is learning that the Democratic primary doesn't exist to serve its exclusive needs.
Trump’s War Whisperer
"Fox & Friends Weekend" host Pete Hegseth has the president's ear on military matters.
Democratic Hawks Declare War on Bernie Sanders
Maybe they'll win one for a change.
MagicLab billionaire Andreev to launch new mobile app business
Move follows sale of stake in $3bn company to Blackstone
Airbus ran ‘massive’ bribery scheme to win orders
European aerospace group to pay €3.6bn in penalties to regulators in France, UK and US
Always detached, Britain has now forced a complete break from Brussels
Past prime ministers put head before heart on Europe. Not any more
ExxonMobil and Chevron report fourth-quarter earnings declines
US oil majors knocked by tighter margins, chemicals weakness and writedowns
Woodford Income Focus fund to reopen in February
£268m fund was frozen in October after stockpicker’s business imploded
Warren Buffett’s lesson for companies: keep candid
Apple, Facebook and Microsoft are among the groups depriving investors of information
Bernie Sanders, a socialist surges in Iowa
Progressive who shook up the Democrats is now ahead in the first state to vote
EU bank regulators lay out tougher doomsday stress test
EBA factors in period of ‘low for longer’ rates and 4%-plus economic contraction
Donald Trump faithful stand by their man during his trial
President wages frenetic campaign to rally his base while Senate considers his future
Amazon rejoins $1tn club on back of blockbuster earnings
Bezos empire alongside Apple and Microsoft after further share price gains
Trump’s defence pushes boundaries of presidential power
Impeachment arguments could have lasting effect on scope of executive authority
EU warns Britain about the price of Brexit
Von der Leyen says best possible future relationship will ‘never be as good’ as membership
Brexit will speed Scottish independence, says Nicola Sturgeon
First minister believes EU exit justifies referendum on Scotland breaking away from UK
Steve Martin and Martin Short talk standup, politics and their live show
The two friends are back on stage together. Has their style of comedy changed?
IBM turns to technologist chief for cloud computing battle
Arvind Krishna has already pushed group to catch up with cloud computing leaders
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
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
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
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
CFTC Chairman: We Could See Ethereum Futures Launching Soon
Ethereum Futures might be the next significant product coming to the cryptocurrency scene, said the CFTC Charmain, Heath Tarbert. Furthermore, he
Man United make deadline day move for Josh King
Bournemouth are scouring the transfer market to replace Manchester United target Josh King.
Sorry Bernie and AOC: 'Free' Healthcare Isn't Free
Everything is a trade-off. Is it worth it?
India bans export of protective masks, clothing amid coronavirus outbreak
India on Friday banned the export of personal protection equipment such as masks and clothing amid a global coronavirus outbreak. It did not give a reason for the ban but it reported its first case of the new coronavirus on Thursday, a woman in Kerala who was a student of Wuhan University in China.
Thousands on virus lockdown at China-backed plant in Indonesia
More than 40,000 workers at a vast Chinese-controlled industrial complex in Indonesia have been quarantined over fears about the spread of a deadly coronavirus strain which has killed more than 200 people in China, it said Friday. PT Indonesia Morowali Industrial Park has sealed off its nickel mining
U.S. EPA Chief of Staff Is Headed to Top Coal Mining Group
(Bloomberg) -- EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler’s chief of staff is leaving the agency to work for the nation’s top coal mining trade group.Ryan Jackson is stepping down after three years at the Environmental Protection Agency to become the National Mining Association’s senior vice president of government
Conspiracy theorists are telling people to drink a dangerous bleach solution to cure or prevent coronavirus
Conspiracy theorists and internet vaccine skeptics are making false claims that a bleach solution called "miracle mineral solution" cures coronavirus.
Mayor Pete’s South Bend Awarded No Major Contracts to Black-Owned Firms for Three Years
DES MOINES, Iowa—Of the many pledges that Pete Buttigieg has made in his as-yet unfruitful quest to earn the support of black voters, his guarantee that a quarter out of every federal contracting dollar will be awarded to minority- and women-owned businesses is one of his most ambitious. “Look at what
Did Putin Just Reveal Plans for How Russia Would Run Without Him?
What is he planning?
Bernie Sanders Brings Energy Into Iowa Race, Iowa Democratic Chair Says
(Bloomberg) -- Bernie Sanders has worked his way to the top of a crowded field of Democrats in Iowa through an energetic organization and big rallies that have brought new voters into the caucus process, the Iowa Democratic Party chairman said Friday.Chairman Troy Price, speaking to a Bloomberg News
Trump acquittal 'meaningless' without witnesses: top Senate Democrat
US President Donald Trump's expected acquittal in his impeachment trial will be a hollow victory if the trial does not call any witnesses, top Senate Democrat Chuck Schumer said Friday. "This country is headed towards the greatest cover-up since Watergate," Schumer said ahead of what could
The Day Europe Told the U.S. to Cut Out the Threats Over Iran
(Bloomberg) -- European diplomats drew a line in the sand this month, telling U.S. officials their bullying tactics wouldn’t help marshal support for President Donald Trump’s Iran policy.The firm response came in a conference call in early January when a senior State Department official threatened European
How $98 trillion of household wealth in America is distributed
If a pie represented the wealth in the United States, nine pieces, or 90% of the pie, would go to the wealthiest 20% in the country.
EU court will not intervene in Croatia-Slovenia border dispute
The European Union's top court ruled on Friday that it had no jurisdiction to settle a border dispute between Slovenia and Croatia, complicating Croatia's accession to the Schengen free-travel area. Slovenia had argued that its fellow EU member could be sued under EU law because it was not implementing
France, Italy Drag Euro-Area Economy to Worst Quarter Since 2013
(Bloomberg) -- Terms of Trade is a daily newsletter that untangles a world embroiled in trade wars. Sign up here. The euro-area economy barely grew at the end of 2019 as unexpected contractions in France and Italy dealt the bloc its weakest quarter in almost seven years.The surprise slump in two of the
EU Bids Adieu to Britain With Removal of Flags and Brexit Day Stamps
(Bloomberg) -- When the sun goes down on Friday night, British government buildings around Europe will lower the blue and yellow-starred flag of the European Union for the final time. A few hours later, on the stroke of midnight in Paris, Berlin and Brussels, the U.K. will leave the bloc after 47 years.The
Bernie Sanders Brings Energy Into Iowa Race, Iowa Democratic Chair Says
(Bloomberg) -- The increasing likelihood that Bernie Sanders could win Monday’s first-in-the-nation caucus threatens to fundamentally redraw the path to the Democratic presidential nomination and challenge the conventional wisdom that there are only “three tickets out of Iowa.”Iowa often acts more as
Trump's impeachment trial might not wrap up today after all
Thought President Trump's impeachment trial was hours away from wrapping up? Think again.The Senate on Friday morning seemed headed toward acquitting Trump as soon as this evening, but The Washington Post is now reporting the impeachment trial is looking like it might actually last into next week
Boris Johnson Won Brexit; Now He Has to Own It
(Bloomberg) -- Want to receive this post in your inbox every day? Sign up for the Balance of Power newsletter, and follow Bloomberg Politics on Twitter and Facebook for more.At 11 p.m., Britain’s bad-tempered 47-year marriage to the European Union will formally end.The man who helped engineer the divorce
Kobe Bryant’s Helicopter Wasn’t Authorized to Fly in Heavy Clouds: Report
New questions are being asked about the helicopter crash in heavy clouds that killed NBA legend Kobe Bryant and eight other people after it emerged that the company that owned the helicopter is not legally certified to allow its pilots to fly in conditions of reduced visibility that requires pilots to
Delta flight attendants fight back against Boeing and a system they claim fed them 'toxic' air
The system in question takes air from an aircraft's engines and brings it into the cabin for pressurization and air conditioning.
Brexit Britain Fails at First Step: Its Farewell Party
LONDON—So, this is it. After 47 years of membership, Britain is finally leaving the European Union on Friday. It may have taken 1,316 days of screaming at each other since the referendum, and claimed the careers of two prime ministers, but at 11 p.m. the 17 million people who voted for Brexit three years
Britain Is Finally Leaving the European Union Today. Here's What Will Change
It's Brexit day on Jan. 31
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.
Economic Survey 2019-20 Tabled in Parliament, Sees Pick up in Growth
For the current fiscal, it projected a GDP growth of 5 per cent, the lowest in 11 years, and worsening job prospects.
Railways Approaches Finance Ministry to Relieve it of Pension Burden
This is not the first time that the railways has begged off its pension responsibilities, which eat into its earnings.
Defend CAA Aggressively, Minorities Are as much Ours as Other Citizens Are: PM Modi Tells NDA Leaders
The appeal was made at a meeting of the NDA leaders which was called to set strategies for the Budget session that began earlier in the day.
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.
Markets Recoil as Economic Survey Stokes Fiscal Slippage Fears
The 30-share BSE Sensex closed 190.33 points, or 0.47 per cent, lower at 40,723.49. Likewise, the broader NSE Nifty shed 73.70 points, or 0.61 per cent, to finish at 11,962.10.
Economic Survey 2020: Theme, Colour, Significance | All You Need to Know
"As PM Narendra Modi said wealth can't be distributed unless it's created," said the CEA explaining why wealth creation has been chosen as the theme of this year's economic survey
Economic Survey 2020: Why CEA Refers to Band Baaja Baaraat Movie
"Even our South Indian audience can relate to this. The same situation was there in Tamil movie Aaha Kalyanam," the CEA said
Want to Have a Radiant And Clear Skin? Prepare These Fruity Face Packs at Home
Here, we tell you how to prepare some inexpensive but effective fruit face packs to get a glowing face and radiant beauty.
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.
Brexit: EU Leaders Wish For Unity, Hope as UK Departs From Its Bloc
The United Kingdom formally exited the European Union treaty on Friday after three-long years of debate.
Sources: Nokia 2.2 may receive Android 10 update very soon
HMD has already delivered on its promise of updating Nokia 6.1 Plus, Nokia 6.1 and Nokia 7.1 to Android 10 in early Q1 2010. But it is not stopping yet and if our trusted sources are to be believed Nokia 2.2 will be the next Nokia smartphone to get Android 10.
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.
HMD needs a standalone & cheaper Nokia smartphone portfolio adopting “better specs for money” strategy
It is certainly easier said than done but the way current Nokia smartphones are not really setting the markets on fire, HMD needs to revisit its smartphone startegy for sure. This quarter Nokia is not among the top 10 smartphone brands reveals the report from analyst firm Counterpoint research.
Oklahoma business briefs for Jan. 31, 2020
OERB hits training milestone The Oklahoma Energy Resources Board has trained 17,000 teachers to use free energy curricula the organization offers to promote oil and gas-related science, technology, engineering, math and arts skills to their students, it has announced. Officials said the organization celebrated reaching that milestone as part of a workshop it held this month for more than 100 teachers at Cushing High School. The organization hosts 14 workshops to train teachers interested in using its curricula annually. Participating teachers receive free supplies associated with each course, plus a $50 stipend for attending the workshop.
Let's move on: EU wants to keep big role after Brexit
BRUSSELS (AP) — As the United Kingdom prepared to bring to an end its 47-year EU membership, the bloc's top officials on Friday pledged to continue playing a prominent role “in the ever-louder cacophony of the world," despite the loss of a powerful affiliate.In a text published by several European media outlets, EU commission president Ursula von der Leyen, Parliament president David Sassoli and Council president Charles Michel expressed their regrets to see Britain leave but also sounded eager to turn the page, saying the U.K.'s departure marks “a new dawn for Europe.
State taxes: Which are the most tax-friendly states for the wealthy?
Here is a list of 17 investments and strategies to help lower your taxes.
Video: Impeachment trial of President Trump resumes
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump's impeachment trial enters a pivotal week as his defense team resumes its case and senators face a critical vote on whether to hear witnesses or proceed directly to a vote that is widely expected to end in his acquittal. The articles of impeachment charge Trump with abuse of power and obstruction of Congress.Those decisions on witnesses may be complicated by reports that Trump said he wanted to maintain a freeze on military assistance to Ukraine until it aided political investigations into his Democratic rivals, That's from former national security adviser John Bolton in a draft of his forthcoming book. The report by The New York Times was later confirmed by The Associated Press.
Pompeo plays clean-up in Ukraine as Trump trial nears end
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — As the Senate lurched toward a vote to acquit President Donald Trump on impeachment charges, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo played clean-up in the country at the center of the inquiry on Friday.Visiting Ukraine, Pompeo denied the main allegations that prompted the investigation, contradicting witness testimony that Trump withheld critical military aid and a coveted visit to the White House for the nation’s leader in exchange for a corruption investigation into a political rival.In Kyiv, Pompeo also sought to distance himself from heated comments he reportedly made to a radio interviewer last weekend in which he questioned whether Americans actually care about Ukraine.
'Devil is in the details': Oklahoma lawmakers react to Stitt's health care plan
Gov. Kevin Stitt announced Thursday his health care plan that involves expanding Oklahoma’s Medicaid program to cover able-bodied, working adults through a block grant. Here’s how Republican and Democratic leaders in Oklahoma’s House and Senate responded to the governor’s proposal. House Speaker Charles McCall, R-Atoka: “I appreciate the governor’s leadership. He wants to roll out what he feels like is an Oklahoma plan. That is what the Legislature wants as well. We want a plan that works for our people here in the state of Oklahoma. We prefer a plan that is not a federal, crammed-down program, a one-size-fits-all, cookie-cutter approach to health care. I am very encouraged by the initial comments we heard.
'Campus carry' bill won't get far, GOP leaders say
Republican leadership in the Oklahoma Legislature have assured Oklahoma City's business community that a proposed campus carry bill won't make it far this year. Senate Bill 1567 would allow anyone with a valid handgun license to carry a concealed handgun while on a university, college or CareerTech campus. The bill would allow schools to prohibit concealed handguns at events, including sports games. State Rep. Jon Echols, the Republican who controls the flow of bills and the House daily agenda, expressed clear opposition Thursday during a panel discussion for the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce. "As long as I'm floor leader, we will not have the guns on campus bill hit the floor of the Oklahoma House of
Cody Johnson to play return engagement at OKC's Chesapeake Energy Arena
With more than 980 million career on-demand streams, Johnson has clearly established a rabid following of loyal fans who thirst for his authentic brand of country music.
Horn votes to limit Trump's war authority against Iran
Rep. Kendra Horn voted Thursday to limit President Donald Trump’s authority to attack Iran, as the Democratic House cleared legislation to reassert Congress’ power to declare war. Horn, D-Oklahoma City, said the resolutions, approved along mostly partisan lines, were “about Congress doing its job and setting clear strategic boundaries for the use of our Armed Forces globally.” The other four Oklahomans in the House, all Republicans, voted against the resolutions, one specifically focused on Iran and another with more broad application to the use of force in the Middle East. Rep.
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
Meet the USS Akron: One of America's Two Flying Aircraft Carriers
Yes, two!
Why Is Russia Bringing the S-400 Air Defense System to Its Bases in the Arctic?
And a bunch of other weapons.
History Book Time: Why Appomattox and Robert E. Lee's Surrender Matters
Timeless lessons for all Americans.
The Explosion Of The Japanese Battleship Yamato Was Epic
It went off "like a tactical nuclear weapon."
Sorry Bernie and AOC: 'Free' Healthcare Isn't Free
Everything is a trade-off. Is it worth it?
This Is the High Cost China Is Paying for Copying a Stolen Su-33 Russian Jet Fighter
A bad copy.
Not Trump or Obama: This Was America's Worst President Ever
Just terrible.
Is the Coronavirus Outbreak as Bad as SARS Or Worse?
The severity and mortality of a novel emerging virus, which we scientists, in this case, are calling 2019-nCoV, are very difficult to judge when new data are coming in on a daily basis.
This 1996 Taiwan Crisis Shows Why China Wants Aircraft Carriers so Badly
Beijing says never again.
Did Putin Just Reveal Plans for How Russia Would Run Without Him?
What is he planning?
We Don't Know How Many Bullets, Guns or Planes China Sells Around the World
China may be the world’s No. 2 arms producer, according to a new estimate. But we still don't know how many arms it actually sells.
Meet The Imperial Japanese Plane That Terrified The Allies
The Zero was the pinnacle of Japanese technology.
No, Bernie Sanders' Idea for National Rent Control Is a Terrible Idea
Bad economics.
Meet the 29-Ton AAV7: The Marines' New Armored Vehicle That Can Swim
Impressive.
Bitcoin Will Be $8 Trillion Economy by 2030, Top Wealth Manager Explains Why
Bitcoin could become an $8 trillion asset by 2030, according to Andy Edstrom of California-based WESCAP Group. The wealth manager said the cryptocurrency
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
This Billionaire Bitcoin Investor Gives 3 Catalysts That Could Send Price Flying
Bitcoin has undoubtedly been on a tear over the past 45 or so days. Since hitting $6,400 in December, BTC has surged by almost 50%, hitting a local high
Tesla Showing Similarities to 2017 Bitcoin, What Happens Next?
Tesla is among the top-performing assets of 2020 so far, and one of the few financial assets that has outperformed Bitcoin and the rest of the
Miners Accumulating Ethereum at a Rapid Rate May Take ETH to Record High
The Ethereum (ETH) price could explode to record highs on the backs of an optimistic accumulation behavior. Data provided by cryptocurrency market
Bitcoin Actually Declines Off of Political Uncertainty, Bombshell Study Finds
It might not be a good idea to purchase bitcoin as an insurance asset against this year's nailbiting US presidential election. That is according to a new
Extreme Volatility Inbound: Why Today Is Critical For the Crypto Market
The crypto market has risen over 40% since the start of 2020, thanks to gains from Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and other altcoins.
Celebrating Israeli Sovereignty in Jerusalem
Sadly, this expression of boundless patriotic joy remained a tiny island of light in an otherwise dark sea of doubt, misgivings and outright hostility – and that's Israeli Jews.
Why Are So Many Young People Unhappy? (Part II)
The reason so many young people are depressed, unhappy, and angry is the left has told them that G-d and Judeo-Christian religions are nonsense; their country is largely evil; their past is deplorable; and their future is hopeless.
Trump’s Deal Doesn’t Break the Stalemate in Friday’s Poll: It’s Still 56 to 56
Less than half of the respondents, 46%, believed there's great urgency in annexing territories even before the elections.
More frequent load shedding coming: Eskom CEO
Eskom has warned South Africans to brace for more frequent power cuts as it halts the deferral of planned maintenance. The rand weakened as a result.
OVO Sound Leaks Drake & Future's "Desires"
Listen to the record from the frequent musical partners.
Kioxia present BiCS5 NAND SSD memory with 112 layers
Kioxia (Formerly Toshiba) and its technology and manufacturing partner Western Digital Corp have developed their fifth-generation BiCS FLASH three-dimensional (3D) flash memory with a 112-layer vertic...
Acer introduces the elegant, portable and professional 15.6" Full HD PM161Q monitor
Acer today unveiled the PM161Q monitor, a new ultra-portable, professional quality 15.6” monitor for professionals and students on the move....
Western Digital BiCS5 3D NAND Technology
Western Digital announced that that it has successfully developed its fifth-generation 3D NAND technology, BiCS5, continuing the company's leadership in delivering the industry's most advanced flash...
Junior League, Airport Authority Partner to Combat Human trafficking
The Junior League of Birmingham this week announced a new partnership with the Birmingham Airport Authority in an effort to aid human trafficking victims. This partnership includes posting signs in every airport bathroom stall to provide potential victims with helpline information, as well as passengers with information to help identify victims.
Marlon Hoffstadt announces debut album, Planet Love
It's out via his own Midnight Themes label in March.
Trump impeachment trial: Senate votes loom on witnesses, Trump's fate
The Senate vote on witnesses Friday could end in a tie, but it's considered unlikely the chief justice would decide the question.
Watch: Brexit Party MEPs leave Brussels for the last time
Britain officially departs the EU at 11 p.m. local time Friday, midnight in Brussels.
Hillary Clinton isn't running, but she hasn't gone away (even if some might like her to)
"Wouldn't we like to run against her?" Trump asked at a campaign rally in Des Moines, Iowa.
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.
Trump is a threat to peace. It is time for the UN to act on uniting Korea instead ǀ View
It’s an historic mistake - potentially catastrophic - to leave the fate of the Koreas, as well as of Iran and the Middle East - indeed international peace itself - in the hands of an individual who has demonstrated seriously erratic political and psychological behaviour.
Project shows how EU Citizens in UK still fear discrimination
‘In Limbo' is a project that collates the experiences of foreign citizens in both the United Kingdom and in the European Union. The project has resulted in the publication of two books: In Limbo: Brexit Testimonies from EU citizens in the UK and In Limbo Too: Brexit Testimonies from UK citizens.
How are UK businesses coping with Brexit uncertainty?
Two businesses, two very different perspectives on how to cope with the lack of clarity around the EU-UK's future trading relationship.
Camel milk chocolate: Moving from the desert to the dessert table
Camel milk has less fat, more vitamins and is easier to digest than cow's milk #Taste
Iowa voters echo concerns about Buttigieg's ability to win beyond the caucuses
Even if he gets a significant boost from Iowa, the last weeks of his campaign in the state have clarified challenges he faces going forward.
Euronews holds Reddit AMA to answer your questions on Brexit
Our Brexit expert, Alasdair Sandford will answer all the questions you have on Brexit on Reddit at 6pm CET.
'We'll miss you': How Europe's front pages responded to Brexit day
The United Kingdom will leave the European Union tonight after 47 years. So, how are front pages across the bloc reporting the final day of unity?
These are the most Irish metropolitan areas in the US
Metropolitan regions in the Northeast of the US have the largest amount of people reporting Irish ancestry according to the US Census Bureau.
Spend Valentine’s Day in one of Ireland’s beautiful castles
Once upon a time, a box of chocolates, a dozen roses, or a bottle of Champagne were the standard-bearers of a Valentine’s Day gift. But if you’re looking for a truly impressive token for your sweetheart this year, a stay at an Irish castle will create a really lasting impression and have you both feeling like royalty.
Derry woman takes Irish citizenship battle to the US
A Derry woman who is challenging a court ruling, that she is a British citizen and not Irish, is taking her campaign to the United States claims this contravenes the Good Friday Agreement. Emma DeSouza is set to travel to Washington, New York, Philadelphia and Boston next week on a 10-day trip in a bid to highlight...
Leo Varadkar says goodbye to “old friend” UK on Brexit Day
As Taoiseach Leo Varadkar bids farewell to the UK on Brexit Day, other Irish politicians look at the UK's exit in the scope of the upcoming Irish general election.
Sunlit uplands? Forecast offers bright outlook for UK’s first post-Brexit day
Following a tumultuous three-and-a-half-years, even the February 1 weather forecast is split along Leave-Remain lines.
Senate to vote on Trump trial witnesses with end in sight
Voting on the witness question is expected late on Friday after hours of debate.
Volkswagen opens up on pricing and specification details for T-Roc Cabriolet
Convertible crossover can be had from £26,750 with order books now open
‘Sad’ veterans send Brexit Day love letter to EU on White Cliffs of Dover
The emotional video message was projected on to the Kent landmark which provided a welcoming sight for soldiers returning from Dunkirk in 1940.
Each will fight for their interests, says EC president on ’emotional’ Brexit day
Ursula von der Leyen described it as ‘a very emotional day’.
Lucrative speaking circuit helps David Cameron bank £836,000 profit in a year
Former prime minister Theresa May also earned close to £400,000 in the month of December alone through speaking engagements.
Mourinho remains striker-light as Spurs hunt comes up short
Links with Olivier Giroud, Krzysztof Piatek and Willian Jose came to nothing.
Veteran MEP Bill Newton Dunn dubs Brexit ‘profound mistake’
Bill Newton Dunn, who served in the first European Parliament in 1979, said he was very worried for the UK.
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.
Suspension of UK’s China flights ‘hits up to 35,000 passengers’
British Airways and Virgin Atlantic grounded flights to mainland China.
Airbus paying £3bn to end global corruption probes
Courts in France, the US and the UK considering their own parts of the deal.
Atari to open video game-themed resorts in US cities
The company said it will break ground on its first hotel later this year in Phoenix.
Viral Irish border Twitter account faces its own exit on Brexit Day
Satirical account @BorderIrish said it will tweet for the last time on Friday after becoming a sensation.
Man ordered to pay £4,500 after car caught fly-tipping on hidden cameras
A man has been ordered to pay more than £4,500 after hidden cameras twice caught his car being involved in fly-tipping.
Brussels warns of tussle ahead as Britain prepares to leave the EU
As Brexiteers prepare to party, EU leaders say the relationship with the UK cannot be as close in future.
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.
WATCH: Nigel Farage sends message to Dudley for 'standing firm' on Brexit
Nigel Farage has paid tribute to the people of Dudley for "standing firm" on Brexit.
Focus on trade talks as island of Ireland prepares for Brexit
Protests and celebrations will be held in Northern Ireland as the UK leaves the EU
Nicola Sturgeon urges patience on indyref2 as she predicts break-up of UK
The First Minister said she is confident Brexit will lead to independence for Scotland.
General Motors to revive Hummer as an electric off-road titan
Hummer had been killed off in 2010, though the nameplate will be brought under the GMC brand for an electric revival
Nissan calls for clarity over post-Brexit trade deal
Businesses are likely to face significant changes in the way they trade, says chambers of commerce.
Mixed reviews for airline that operated evacuation flight from China to UK
Wamos Air has an overall rating of two-and-a-half out of five on TripAdvisor.
Paper plant destroyed by massive fire reopens in Elmwood Park
The Marcal Paper Plant in Elmwood Park has officially reopened after being destroyed by a massive fire almost exactly one year ago.
Trump supporters speak out about 2020 policy concerns at New Jersey rally
President Trump's "Promises made, Promises kept" campaign rally in Wildwood, New Jersey
A warning about 'ghost' tax preparers
It's tax season, and who you choose to file your taxes matter. The IRS issued this warning about unethical ghost tax preparers.
Paper plant destroyed by massive fire reopens in Elmwood Park
Exactly one year later, the Marcal Paper Plant reopened after being destroyed by a massive fire in Elmwood Park, New Jersey.
Ambulance crashes into home in Franklin, New Jersey; 1 hurt
An ambulance crashed into a home in Franklin, New Jersey Friday morning.
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.
Digital Nomads: 7 Reasons Why the Future of Work is Remote
Perceptions about the workforce of the future are changing as fast as the technology powering it.
Ames Window Illusion Will Bend Your Mind in the Best Way Possible
This video shows the strangest window in the entire world, and it’s called the Ames window. This gentleman from the 90s shows you how to make one for your own.
Elon Musk Just Dropped a New EDM Song on SoundCloud: Don't Doubt Ur Vibe
Elon Musk just released an EDM track on SoundCloud called Don't Doubt ur Vibe, and it'll have you dancing your way into the weekend.
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.
Visa’s X-Border Investment Leads Week Of B2B Funding
Visa's investment in Currencycloud leads this week's B2B FinTech investment roundup, with other investors targeting logistics and blockchain startups.
EA Video Game Publisher To Focus On Subscriptions, Services In 2020
News: The Electronic Arts gaming company intends to expand its business in 2020 by focusing on live services and subscriptions.
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.
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.
Gallup: Credit Unions Feel The Love
The notion that credit unions (CUs) play country mouse to their more worldly banking cousins is beyond flawed, as a recent poll by the Gallup organization showed. Delving into customer sentiments across measures – including "helps me reach my financial goals" and "puts my financial well-being ahead of the interests of the bank" – Gallup found that credit unions are crushing it. Banks, not nearly as much. Banks did not surpass credit unions in any criterion used by Gallup. In fact, it wasn't even close. Though respondents had generally positive feelings about banks – for example, about financial institutions (FIs) being helpful during difficult life events – the focus on relationship-building and more personalized forms of finance have given credit unions the edge. For those who capitalize on it, the advantage will come in handy as FIs shapeshift their way to greater customer-centricity. How CUs sustain their unique brand of customer loyalty is among the core insights from the latest
Magazines Dive Into Retail Again — This Time With Pot, Fashion And Delivery
Retail and magazines have always had a relationship, and recent developments indicate magazines are looking to take a more direct role in retail.
IBM Chief To Exit Role After Sluggish Growth
IBM CEO Ginni Rometty is stepping down after eight years in which the tech giant struggled to keep up with its competition. Arvind Krishna will be the new CEO.
AP Automation, Virtual Cards And Accounting Nirvana
More and more companies are choosing to automate and digitize troublesome elements of the business payments matrix.
Splitty Makes It Easier To Grab A Piece Of The Travel Industry
Online travel platform Splitty enables merchants to expand their offerings to a wider base, and allows consumers to find deals better suited to their needs.
A Full-Picture Approach To Thwarting Debit Fraud
Debit payments have a $960 million fraud problem — and reliance on analyzing customers' behaviors doesn't go far enough. Modern security measures must examine the behavioral patterns of all transactional participants (including the ATM), says FICO Vice President Doug Clare. In the inaugural Next-Gen Debit Tracker, he discusses how financial institutions (FIs) can expand their application of fraud-fighting tools to secure debit transactions.
Buyer Payments And Seller Payouts In A Changing Sharing Economy
Here's a look at the evolution of buyer payments and seller payouts in the changing sharing economy.
Deep Dive: Giving ATMs Next-Gen Upgrades For Security, Cardless Functionality And More
This Deep Dive examines how next-generation ATMs are boosting customers' experiences and helping brick-and-mortar financial institutions (FIs) remain current.
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).
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.
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.
Why the struggle for a secular Pakistan was doomed from the very beginning
Pakistan’s movement towards becoming an overzealous religious society can be traced back to pre-partition times
Ted Cruz: Dems need Senate impeachment witnesses because they failed to prove their case
After key swing-vote Sen. Lamar Alexander, R-Tenn., came out against additional witnesses ahead of the impeachment trial vote, Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, on Friday said that now the possibility of additional witnesses have “plummeted” and President Trump will be acquitted by Saturday.
Avoid Super Bowl 'avocado hand' injuries with these helpful tips
Tips on how to avoid a kitchen catastrophe while preparing for the big game.
US coronavirus evacuee says passengers being cautious on military base: ‘I’m still wearing my mask’
One evacuee said most people head straight to their rooms following dinner.
Dem leaders signal they won’t accept Trump acquittal as legitimate
Democrats signaled in the run-up to the looming conclusion of President Trump's impeachment proceedings that they'll simply refuse to accept his all-but-certain acquittal because his "sham" trial lacked proper witnesses and evidence.
Maria Bartiromo believes Trump will strike trade deal with Europe this year
President Trump will clinch a trade deal with Europe within the next year, Fox Business host Maria Bartiromo said Friday.
Key Senate Republican comes out against impeachment witnesses, paving way for Trump acquittal
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Venezuela’s Guaido hoping to score meeting with Trump in Florida this weekend
Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaidó is hoping to meet President Trump for the first time this weekend after he wraps up an international tour with what is anticipated to be a massive rally in Miami.
How to clone yourself as a 3D-printed figure
The “selfie” has enjoyed phenomenal popularity as way to record a moment in time, but this coming decade is bringing some big – or rather tiny – competition: 3D-printed clones.
Britain set to leave the European Union, nearly 4 years after Brexit vote, 3 prime ministers
The United Kingdom is leaving the European Union Friday, becoming the first country to leave in its 62-year history.
Brexit Day 2020 latest news LIVE – Brexit Party MEP outlines the UK’s future after the EU
BREXIT Day is finally upon and Anne Widdecombe has revealed what she believes will happen after the country leaves the EU. At 11pm tonight, the UK will officially leave the EU almost four years aft…
4pm Transfer news LIVE: Cedric Soares and Zivkovic DONE DEALS, Bale move off, Giroud and King bids on Deadline Day
THE January transfer deadline is TONIGHT with many potential deals still to be done. Arsenal have signed Cedric Soares from Southampton on a season-long loan deal. Meanwhile, Olivier Giroud is expe…
10am Transfer news LIVE: Giroud LATEST, King to United rejected, Adolfo Gaich eyed and Aubameyang update on Deadline Day
THE January transfer deadline is TONIGHT with many potential deals still to be done. Barcelona have eyes on a number of forward targets including Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Chelsea’s Willian …
Brexit news LIVE – Boris Johnson jokes he’s ‘having a midlife crisis’ as he squeezes into race car
BORIS Johnson hopped inside a race car in Sunderland on Brexit Day during a visit to the city’s university. Ahead of the UK officially leaving the EU, the Prime Minister visited The Industry …
Glossier's London Pop-Up Just Got An Extended Residence, Thank Goodness
If you're a fan of Glossier (and let's be real, who isn't?!), you'll be fully aware that in Autumn 2019, the brand opened a pop-up store in London's Covent Garden. The store was unsurprisingly an instant success, so it comes as zero surprise that…
"Fleabagging" Is The Dating Trend Making Ghosting Look Like A Walk In The Park
With phrases like ghosting, breadcrumbing, and bird boxing, you’d be excused for thinking that modern dating is a bit like talking a foreign language sometimes. If you’re out here, single, and ready to find the one (or the one right now) then you’ve…
What Experts Want You To Know About Self-Managed Abortions
As abortion restrictions across the country seemingly grow by the day, self-managed abortion is over three times as prevalent in Texas than the rest of the country, according to a January study released by the University of Texas at Austin’s Texas…
These 4 Zodiac Signs Will Have The Luckiest Valentine's Day
Whether you're meeting someone new, or going on a surprisingly great date, astrologers say there are a few zodiac signs who will end up having the luckiest Valentine's Day this year. If amazing things seem to happening, it's because these signs…
Everything In Beauty Bay's First Skincare Collection Is Under £10
Beauty Bay is one of the best known UK retailers that stocks some of the most impressive makeup, skincare, and hair brands. It is also entrusted with launching exclusives, such as last year's Jeffree Star x Shane Dawson collaboration, which was only…
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.…
Neutrogena Just Launched An Affordable Range That Harnesses The Power Of Turmeric
We're already all the way through January, and while many of us will be happy to see the dull and dreary month go, it's also pretty alarming how quickly the first four weeks of the year have passed us by. As ever, the world of beauty has been…
The 'Love Island' Body Language Cues That Could Help You Figure Out Who's Legit
Winter Love Island has meant kissing goodbye to any evening plans for the next six or so weeks and getting fully involved in the drama in the villa. There's already been a few shock dumpings and with Leanne Amaning and Mike Boateng's break up fresh…
Core Sector Growth Recovers To 1.3% In December
The growth was, however, lower than 2.1 percent recorded in December 2018.
Budget process: What CSOs want
The organisations want the public given more time to make recommendations.
Turkana University College principal kicked out
Prof Thomas Akuja defied a directive to reinstate two sacked staff.
Britain leaves the EU - then what?
The key moments ahead, after Britain leaves the European Union on Friday.
'Why we have fearlessly embraced unconventional careers'
Is it time we reconsidered our stand on what we’ve always thought of as unsafe career options?
OCHIENG: If not people what else makes a population?
Both population and people come from the Latin populus and the Greek populos — ordinary folk.
Sonko fires 2 in Cabinet reshuffle
Nairobi Governor also reinstates suspended 'super CEC' Charles Kerich.
Indiza, Snow get Johnnie Walker goodies
Snow and Indiza currently hold the top two positions in the 2019-2020 Safari Tour Golf Series.
Blow to Kenyan farmers as agency bans avocado export
Traders accused of shipping immature crop due to high demand.
KITHINJI: UoN crisis rooted in decades of meddling
Successive governments have sought to control universities with varying degrees of success.
WHO declares global virus emergency
The WHO revises its risk assessment after crisis talks in Geneva.
Senate poised to acquit Trump
Republican advantage in Senate means a very likely acquittal for Trump.
City suppliers to wait longer for pay
EACC asks Treasury to suspend payments for an investigation into fraud claims.
Waititu a 'sacrificial lamb': Ruto allies
They claim the grand plan is to "finish" the DP politically.
U.S. lawsuits targeting Canadian growers up in the air
It's unlikely they'll ever get to court but they will garner public sympathy from consumers not at all happy with legalization – or the product
What's next for Pride Toronto?
The departure of executive director Olivia Nuamah was a long time coming, some say, but the Pride board's handling of the situation has raised questions of transparency
How the desk job could lead to permanent damage to your health
Alex Wilkins, iHASCO, highlights the hidden hazards in the workplace that could result in permanent damage to your health
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
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
Do I need an executive coach?
Geoff Lawrence, MD, Vistage UK, discusses the benefits of having an executive coach in the workplace. Read more at Open Access Government
My dislike of swimming makes me feel un-Australian
My complex about swimming is linked to my identity as an Australian.
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…
Huawei overtakes Apple to get 2nd place in CY 2019
Despite the challenges that they are facing, Huawei still seems to be doing well in terms of smartphone shipment and in 2019, they have slightly overtaken Apple to become the 2nd top brand. This is…
Huawei may not return to Android ecosystem if forced to
Reports have been floating around that the U.S. government may eventually retract its ban on Huawei as relations with China continue to improve. But apparently, Huawei thinks it may not need Google…
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.
Court asks Wike to reinstate 8 permanent secretaries sacked unlawfully
A national industrial court in Yenagoa, Bayelsa state has ordered the reinstating of eight permanent secretaries forcefully retired by Nyesom Wike, Rive...
Demand for Buhari’s resignation a call for us to do more, says Keyamo
Festus Keyamo says there is no need for a furore over calls by some people for President Muhammadu Buhari's resignation.
Facial Exercises Can Tighten the Skin & 5 Other Online Beauty ‘Tips’ That Are Actually Just Myths
It's human nature to always want to look your best, whether when out in the public or on your social media postings. While some go as far as having skin or facial treatments every week, others resort to following beauty advice from the internet. But did you know that some…
Medical Experts Claim Wuhan Virus May Be Transmitted Through Your Eyes Or By Touch Alone
As the Wuhan virus continues to weigh heavy on everyone's minds, the general answer to preventing yourself from being exposed and possibly infected with the disease is by wearing masks, as it is commonly understood that the mask acts as a barrier between you and any infectious particles that people…
5 Things We Thought Would Be Common In Malaysia by 2020 But Are Very Unlikely to Happen
You know what they say, hindsight is 20/20. Now that we're actually in 2020, looking back, it's kind of hilarious how over the top our expectations were for this new decade when we were kids. From flying cars to time travel, here are a few things that we thought would…
I would buy NAB and these blue chip ASX dividend shares
National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB) and these blue chip ASX dividend shares could be great options for income investors...
These All Ords shares were sold off in January: Time to buy?
Kogan.com Ltd (ASX:KGN) and these All Ordinaries shares were sold off in January. Is this a buying opportunity?
These were the best performing ASX 200 shares last week
The Link Administration Holdings Ltd (ASX:LNK) share price and the ResMed Inc. (ASX:RMD) share price were amongst the best performers on the ASX 200 last week...
3 exciting ASX small cap tech shares on my watchlist
Alcidion Group Ltd (ASX:ALC) and two other ASX small cap tech shares could be great long term investments...
These were the worst performing ASX 200 shares last week
The Nearmap Ltd (ASX:NEA) share price and the Treasury Wine Estates Ltd (ASX:TWE) share price were amongst the worst performers on the ASX 200 last week...
Your guide to the February ASX reporting season
Investors are bracing themselves for what could be a volatile February reporting season. Here are some stocks and secotors you should watch.
The little-known Buffett quote that guides my investing
The simple secret to evaluating winning businesses like Xero Limited (ASX:XRO) and CSL Limited (ASX: CSL)
5 ASX growth shares to boost your portfolio performance
Here's why I would pick A2 Milk Company (ASX: A2m) shares and these 4 other ASX shares to boost your portfolio 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.
Here’s what the P/E Ratio really tells us about an ASX share
Do you know what an ASX share's P/E ratio really tells us? The answer might surprise you!
3 ASX mining shares with dividend yields over 10%
If you're looking for huge income shares today then Whitehaven Coal Ltd (ASX: WHC) and these two mining companies definitely fit the bill.
How to retire early and still be rich
If you want to retire early in the future but maintain a particular lifestyle, achieving FIRE may not be as difficult as you think...
Trio’s return date & Klopp names “sensational” Gomez first-choice – Friday’s Liverpool FC News
Liverpool are enjoying a quiet deadline day, not running around after mid-tier strikers and planning for a weekend game against Southampton. Klopp’s massive praise for Gomez Joe Gomez has been one of the best players in the Premier League over the last couple of months, no question. He didn’t start the season in the team, due to fitness and the form of Joel Matip, but Jurgen Klopp has said his inclusion was never in question. “Since he is a playing as a centre-half again – his natural position – together with Virg there is exceptional. He is a sensational footballer, which is good. “He has outstanding speed, which helps us a lot to keep our last line high; he is a really good challenger; good in one-on-one situations; football-wise, I said already, good. “The package is really nice. It was always clear in the moment he starts playing and can get rhythm again, everything will be fine – and that’s how it is.”
Minamino poised for first league start – Predicting the Liverpool lineup vs. Southampton
Jurgen Klopp should make at least one change as Liverpool take on Southampton, with the absence of Sadio Mane still the key area of focus. The Reds host Ralph Hasenhuttl’s vastly improved Saints on Saturday afternoon, in their last game before a much-needed winter break. There are signs of fatigue throughout Klopp’s squad having passed the midway point of the campaign, but that has so far not affected their form, with 23 wins from 24 in the Premier League. Making their 24 from 25 will be the objective at Anfield, and the numbers available to Klopp are increasing by the game as those recovering from injury slowly return. This gives the manager plenty of scope for change, though few should be expected this weekend.
Kevin Devine releasing Kenny O’Brien and the O’Douls EP, shares new song
Kevin's Celtic alter-ago Kenny O’Brien and The O’Douls also has upcoming St. Patrick's Day shows.
Woman With 31 Fingers And Toes Branded “Witch” By Neighbours
A woman in India with a record 31 fingers and toes has been branded a 'witch' by her superstitious neighbours. Kumari Nayak has polydactylism – a common abnormality at birth where the person has extra fingers and toes.
Amazon shares surge on strong earnings update
Amazon shares shot higher Thursday after the internet colossus released quarterly earnings figures for the holiday quarter that trounced market expectations.
Naira Marley’s “Tingasa” Tops Youtube’s Trending Songs Of The Week
arlians stand up! Our president Naira Marley returns like he never left with. Hitting the clubs with Tingasa featuring C Blvck,
Apple unveils revamped map app to challenge Google
Apple on Thursday said it has finished rolling out an overhauled map app in the US in another attempt to challenge Google's popular smartphone navigation software.
Osinbajo, LCCI discuss economy, Apapa gridlock, others
The Vice-President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, on Friday received a delegation of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), led by its President, Mrs Toki Mabogunje at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
Volkswagen offers to buy all of Navistar for $2.9 bn
German auto giant Volkswagen said Thursday it wants to buy the part of American truck maker Navistar that it does not already own for $2.9 billion.
3 Ways To Identify And Avoid Gas-lighters
The word "gaslight" comes from a 1938 play and subsequent film adaptation called Gas Light, about a murderous thief who tricks his wife into thinking she is insane in order to cover up his crimes.
Britain leaves the EU – then what?
Britain leaves the European Union on Friday, ending more than four decades of economic, political and legal integration with its closest neighbours.
'Substantial' votes hinge on key policy issues - poll
Party policies on pay, healthcare, housing, childcare and flexible working hours are likely to sway the votes of "substantial majorities" of the State's 300,000 employees in next week's election, according to a poll funded by the largest public service union Fórsa.
Varadkar rejects claims of ratcheting up Brexit fears
Fine Gael Leader Leo Varadkar has rejected claims that he has tried to frighten people into voting for his party by ratcheting up fears over Brexit.
Everything you need to know about the General Election
In just over one week, people will cast their vote for the General Election- here's everything you need to know.
Details of scheme for mica affected homes confirmed
A Government grant scheme, expected to cost at least hundreds of millions of euro to rebuild houses affected by defective concrete blocks due to the mineral mica in Donegal, will give up to €275,000 to owners forced to demolish and rebuild the worst affected homes, RTÉ's Prime Time has learned.
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.
Nairobi-based lobby urges Treasury to rescind decision on implementation of turnover tax
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 31 – A Nairobi based lobby group representing small traders has appealed to the Ministry of Treasury to halt the implementation of the Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |
Ruto urges balanced BBI debate focused on citizens’ concerns
THIKA, Kenya, Jan 31 – Deputy President William Ruto has urged politicians not to make the Building Bridges Initiative (BBI) discussions about political - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
CMA new boss talks tough against issuing profit warnings late
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 31 - The Acting Chief Executive of Capital Markets Authority Wycliffe Shamiah has warned companies listed on the Nairobi Securities Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |
Pilots sue American Airlines to halt China flights
WASHINGTON, United States, Jan 31 - US pilots on Thursday sued American Airlines to force the company to halt flights to China amid the virus outbreak now Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |
President Kenyatta launches construction of Shs1.8bn Naivasha-Njabini Road
NYANDARUA, Kenya, Jan 31 – President Uhuru Kenyatta Friday launched the construction of Shs 1.8 billion Naivasha to Njabini road. The upgrading of the - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
Nyoro says his administration will not victimize Waititu sympathizers
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 31 – Newly inaugurated Kiambu Governor James Nyoro assured the county staff that no one will be victimized as he took over the reigns - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
Kevin Greenard: Decline in the value of your cash savings
The average life expectancy for females and males in Canada is 84 and 80, respectively. Many people are living well into their 90’s, resulting in many retirees having to update financial plans . . .
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 . . .
Sides in bitter forest dispute back at table
Times ColonistWith the longest strike in coastal forest history now into its eighth month, the two sides in the bitter dispute are heading back to the bargaining table.Western Forest Products and . . .
Ferry contract awarded to Polish shipbuilder that built Salish-class vessels
B.C. Ferries has awarded Remontowa Shipbuilding of Gdansk, Poland, a $92.3-million contract to build an additional liquefied natural gas-fuelled ferry to be delivered in 2022.The new vessel, which . . .
Plastics ban can't be instant, restaurants warn Ottawa
OTTAWA — Canada's restaurant owners are eager to do their part to curb this country's addiction to plastics, their association says, but they want the government to leave time for them to adapt to a . . .
Sides in bitter forest dispute back at table on Sunday
With the longest strike in coastal forest history now into its eighth month, the two sides in the bitter dispute are heading back to the bargaining table.Western Forest Products and the United . . .
Catholic bishops urge Trudeau to scrap changes to assisted dying legislation
OTTAWA — The president of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops has written to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to voice "very serious concern" about proposed changes to medical assistance in . . .
Soggy January: Rain of ‘almost biblical proportions’ fell on Vancouver Island
Rain is expected in Greater Victoria over the next few days, but nothing like the amount that has been falling on much of the rest of Vancouver Island. The volume of rain in many Island . . .
Where’s Wendy?
Paradise Valley Hotel 249 Belgrave-Gembrook Rd, Clematis (03) 59684037 By WENDY HARGREAVES, fiveofthebest.com Why does a pub meal taste even better when you take a day trip to find it? On this occa…
NASA to allow researchers to fly on commercial suborbital vehicles
NASA plans for the first time to allow researchers to fly with their payloads on commercial suborbital vehicles, ending years of debate and deliberation.
Post-fire losses darken days for light bulb maker - VnExpress International
Light bulb maker Rang Dong, whose Hanoi warehouse was gutted by a fire, has reported Q4 losses of almost VND36 billion ($1.5 million).
VN-Index plummets further amidst coronavirus crisis - VnExpress International
The benchmark VN-Index plunged 22.96 points, or 2.39 percent, to 936.62 Friday to reach its lowest level since February 11 last year.
Chinese visitors to Vietnam hit record high in Jan - VnExpress International
January saw tourists from China to Vietnam post record high growth though new coronavirus fears prompted the country to clamp down on Chinese arrivals 10 days prior.
Harvey Weinstein hired private investigators to target his accusers, court told
Harvey Weinstein hired private investigators to meet with journalists and track down his accusers...
Amazon sees sales hit €79.2bn as Prime memberships rise
The online retailer Amazon has reported a 21% increase in sales for the fourth quarter of last ye...
Simon Coveney on Brexit: "Everybody loses here"
Tánaiste Simon Coveney has said he feels "sadness" as Britain leaves the European Union.The UK ...
Leaders look to future with UKs EU adventure to end before day is out
The UK's 47-year membership of the EU will be over before the day is out.The eleven-month transi...
MOVIES & BOOZE: A dazzling blush rose that shows a European heart still beats in many UK hearts
Bride Valley Vineyards, Bella Rosa, English Sparkling Wine, Dorset 2014Pricing : €59.95Availa...
SBI Q3 results: Profit jumps 41% to Rs 5,583 crore; asset quality shows big improvement
Percentage of net NPAs stood at 2.65 per cent compared with 3.95 per cent last year.
HUL reshuffles top management team
Prabha Narasimhan would replace Priya Nair, currently Executive Director - Home Care who moved as Executive Director - Beauty and Personal Care, the FMCG major said in a statement. Nair will take over from Sandeep Kohli, who will relocate to Dubai as VP – Beauty & Personal Care for our North Africa, Middle East, Turkey and Russia markets, it added.
India's GDP growth neither over- nor underestimated, says Economic Survey
Recently, Arvind Subramanian, the Narendra Modi government's former chief economic adviser, had said India's economic growth rate has been overestimated by around 2.5 percentage points between 2011-12 and 2016-17 due to a change in methodology for calculating GDP.
CCI dismisses complaint against Naspers-owned PayU Payments, Wibmo
The Competition Commission of India has dismissed allegations of unfair business practices against PayU Payments and Wibmo. It was alleged that PayU has intentionally foreclosed the market for other competitors by denying them proper access to Wibmo in the downstream market and has substantially created entry barriers for new market players.
Economic Survey 'disappointing', Modi govt selling dreams to people: Mayawati
In a series of tweets, BSP president Mayawati said: "Because of the wrong policies and programmes of the centre, rising poverty, inflation, unemployment etc. have led to constant shrinking of the per capita/family income of the people, yet the BJP government is selling dreams to them.
Rishad Premji writes to employees, lauds Abidali Neemuchwala’s contributions
Wipro announced this morning that its CEO and MD Neemuchwala has resigned due to family commitments and he would stay on until a successor was appointed.
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.
Big share sale target in FY21? AI, BPCL, CCRI plus some more
Dalal Street analysts expect disinvestment proceeds to touch Rs 50,000 crore in FY20.
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.
Core sector output shows growth after contracting for four months
The rebound signals that the economy may have bottomed out in the second quarter and may see revival in the third quarter. The news should come as relief for the government ahead of the Budget and may dispel fears surrounding the Indian economy slipping into stagflation.
Govt spend on social services up by 1.5% in six years: Eco Survey
According to the Survey, as a proportion of gross domestic product (GDP), the expenditure on social services has registered an increase of 1.5 percentage points during the period 2014-15 to 2019-20 from 6.2% to 7.7%, it said.
Rural students spend more than urban counterpart on books, stationery, uniform: Eco Survey
As per the Economic Survey 2019-20 tabled in the Parliament by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the absence of suitable financial support system and high burden of course fee, especially in higher education, pushes the poor and underprivileged out of the education system.
Eco Survey has right vibes; will Budget reflect same thinking, asks D-Street
Here is what economists and analyst read into the fine prints of the survey.
Need to address key challenges in farm sector for doubling farmers' income: Survey
Issues such as investment in agriculture, water conservation, improved yields through better farming practices, access to market, availability of institutional credit, increasing the linkages between agricultural and non-agricultural sectors need urgent attention, it said.
India on track to meet NDC goals under Paris Agreement: Survey
Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban) was launched in 2014 with twin objectives of ensuring 100 per cent scientific solid waste management and making urban India open defecation free (ODF) to achieve total environmental improvement, the Finance Ministry said in a release.
60 lakh informal workers, small traders enrolled under new pension schemes: President
Last year, the government launched Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-dhan (PM-SYM) and Pradhan Mantri Laghu Vyapari Maan-dhan Yojana (PM-LVM) for providing assured minimum pension of Rs 3,000 per month.
ET View: Economic Survey revives an old tale about Microsoft
Microsoft has come a long way since then and even became the worlds most valued company. The Survey does not hold out a happy story.
Rly passenger volume up by 1.85%, freight loading rose by 5.34% in 2018-2019: Eco Survey
Commenting on the cleanliness parameters of the national transporter, the survey stated that for railways which covers over 8,700 stations and carries around 230 lakh passengers daily with clientele of varied socio-economic backgrounds, cleanliness was a continuous process.
Production pattern is not in sync with the demand: The Economic Survey 2019-20
The survey said that the share of cereals declines steadily as MPCE level increases, from about 19 per cent for the bottom decile class of rural India to about 5-6 per cent for the top decile class, and from 15 per cent for the bottom decile class of urban India to under 3 per cent for the top decile class.
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.
Eco Survey completely disconnected with problems faced by common man: Congress
The Congress slammed the Centre on the Economic Survey saying it is a diverted picture from the reality, accusing the government of "fudging data" and committing a "fraud" as the numbers presented by it are not believable by the world. Congress spokesperson Gaurav Vallabh said the government has not taken any concrete steps to end tax terrorism.
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.
BJP promises wheat flour at Rs 2, clean drinking water to every household
BJP's manifesto was released in presence of Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari, Prakash Javadekar, Harsh Vardhan, party's Delhi unit president Manoj Tiwari and MPs. Addressing the media, Nitin Gadkari said the party will run the "bullet train" of development in the national capital.
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.
Stage set for gradual recovery in broader markets over next year: Sunil Subramaniam, Sundaram MF
Things are not going to recover right from tomorrow but over the next three to six months, one can definitely see the underpins of an economic recovery, says Sunil Subramaniam, MD & CEO, Sundaram Mutual Fund.
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.
Sales of over 1.7k listed manufacturing firms contracted by 7.7 per cent in Q2: Survey
The Survey, tabled in Parliament on Friday by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said demand conditions for the manufacturing sector weakened in September quarter of 2019-20 with a contraction in nominal sales, citing RBI studies on corporate performance.
Buy local products for 'better tomorrow'; efforts on to make India $5 tn economy: Prez Kovind
President Ram Nath Kovind on Friday exhorted people to use locally manufactured products for a "better tomorrow" as he reiterated the government's commitment to make India a USD 5 trillion economy.
Economic Survey suggests widening scope of Make in India to create 4 crore jobs by 2025
This can be done by integrating “assemble in India for the world” into Make in India.
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.
Contraction in domestic revenue growth softened IT-BPM sector growth in FY19: Survey
Of the total $135.5 billion of exports of the IT-BPM sector in 2018-19, IT services accounted for 55%, and BPM and software products & engineering services for the remaining 45 per cent (with each accounting for almost half of the share). The survey termed the Indian IT-BPM industry as the flag-bearer of India's exports over the past two decades.
Tech Mahindra to pick 70% stake in Cerium Systems
The cash transaction is expected to close by April 1, 2020.
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.
F&O: Over to Budget; banking stocks only hope as bears rule
India VIX moved up 3.38 per cent to 17.36 level.
Eco Survey focuses on wealth creation, says PM
After the release of Economic Survey 2019-20, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to his Twitter handle and said it focuses on wealth-creation for 130 crore Indians. It outlines a multi-faceted strategy to achieve a $5 trillion economy through enterprise, exports, ease of doing business and more.
Households saved Rs 11K per year due to increasing affordability of thalis: Survey
Eco Survey finds that cost of vegetarian thali reduced significantly since 2015-16 though the price rose in 2019.
Eco Survey calls for pro-business policies, strengthening invisible hand of markets
The invisible hand needs to be strengthened by promoting pro-business policies to provide equal opportunities for new entrants, enable fair competition and ease doing business, eliminate policies that undermine markets through government intervention even where it is not necessary, it said.
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.
Economic Survey 2020 has a clear message for Nirmala Sitharaman
Growth in the current fiscal year would come in at 5 per cent, as per Economic Survey.
Government must unleash bold reforms to achieve 6-6.5% growth in FY21, say experts, industry
The chamber said as the Economic Survey is a precursor to the Union Budget, it expects some of the bold reforms highlighting trust, entrepreneurship and primacy of the market to be reflected in the Budget announcements. Leader Economic Advisory Services at PwC India Ranen Banerjee said attaining the projected growth rate of 6-6.5% will be challenging.
You don’t have to hit a six in every ball, wait for market to throw you a loose ball: Madhusudan Kela
As the markets have amply proven in the last four, six months, the loose ball is coming. Meanwhile, pharma could provide great opportunities, says market expert Madhusudan Kela.
Notable turnaround in mineral production due to policy reforms: Survey
India produces as many as 95 minerals which include 4 hydrocarbon energy minerals, including coal and lignite; 5 atomic minerals, 10 metallic, 21 non-metallic and 55 minor minerals.
Uptick in retail prices in FY20 mainly on veggies, pulses: Economic Survey
The Survey has recommended measures to safeguard farmers through procurement under Price Stabilization Fund to help regulate the price volatility of important agri-horticultural commodities and also added that MSP needs to be made more effective. For the current financial year so far, food and beverages emerged as the main contributor to retail inflation.
Global thermal coal prices to fall following coronavirus outburst in China
Thermal coal imports into China are also likely to slow for a time. Already there are reports of Indonesian coal producers being asked to delay loadings. As the largest supplier of coal to China, Indonesia has the most to lose if the situation worsens and electricity demand weakens.
Insolvency law reduces resolution time for stressed assets to 340 days: Economic Survey
The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), which came into force in 2016, provides for market-linked and time-bound resolution of stressed assets. The survey, tabled in the Parliament on Friday, also said resolution under the Code has been much higher as compared to other processes.
Economic Survey suggests cutting subsidy to increase fiscal legroom
Cutting the food subsidy can help provide more fiscal room, according to the Economic Survey.
Eco Survey: Thalinomics in times of rising prices: Veg, non-veg thalis more affordable
Using the annual earnings of an average industrial worker, it is found that affordability of vegetarian thalis improved 29 per cent from 2006-07 to 2019-20 while that for non-vegetarian thalis improved by 18 per cent.
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
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.
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.
5 things about India you probably didn't know before Friday's Economic Survey
The Survey highlighted that there are quite a few signals that the Indian economy may have bottomed out.
City payouts in NYPD misconduct cases up by nearly $30M
In 2019, the city paid out $68,688,423 to people who claim they were aggrieved by cop misconduct including in cases of excessive use of force, assault, malicious prosecution, false arrest or false
Raptors’ Kyle Lowry gets pushed by a fan for second time
CLEVELAND — Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry said he was pushed by a fan when he dove into the stands going after a loose ball during Thursday night’s game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The
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
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.
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
Jewish couple sues American Airlines after being kicked off flight for ‘body odor’
A Jewish couple from Michigan is suing American Airlines for discrimination after being booted off a flight last year – claiming the crew raised a stink about their alleged body odor.
WWE stock plunges after Vince McMahon ousts top execs
WWE shares plunged off the top rope Friday after head honcho Vince McMahon booted two longtime executives at the pro wrestling giant. The firm’s stock tumbled 21.5 percent to $48.88 — its
Oil Climbs as WHO Declares Emergency, but Opposes Travel Restrictions
Oil prices rose on Friday but were still set for a fourth consecutive weekly loss, as markets attempted to assess the economic damage of the coronavirus that has spread from China to around 20 countries, killing more than 200 people. Brent crude LCOc
New GCC Secretary-General Stresses Gulf System Cohesion
The new Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Dr. Nayef Al-Hajraf, has vowed to maintain the Council’s path and to translate the GCC leaders’ directives on the ground to achieve further progress and prosperity. During a handover ce
Kushner Hopes Israel Would Wait for Polls before Any Step in West Bank
The US president's adviser and son-in-law, Jared Kushner, hoped on Thursday that the Israeli government would wait until after the country’s March 2 elections to move forward with implementing new policies on settlements. “The hope is that they’ll wa
Banking Association Reassures Lebanese their Deposits Are Safe
The head of the Association of Banks in Lebanon, Salim Sfeir, has made assurances that deposits are safe and that the temporary measures were only aimed at managing the current crisis. “Things will soon return to normal as the new government begins t
ASEAN sustainable finance: A huge gap means a huge opportunity
While many investors, corporations and financial institutions have announced a commitment to achieving the SDGs, capital is not flowing at the required speed to those countries where SDG investment matters most.
Barli Asmara enters ready-to-wear market with latest collection
Barli Asmara may be known to you for his delicate and ultra-feminine bridal offerings, but the designer has now set foot into the world of affordable ready-to-wear clothes with his latest collection.
Unilever sales growth stagnates amid sluggish household consumption
The Anglo-Dutch company booked a 2.7 percent year-on-year (yoy) growth in sales to Rp 42.9 trillion (US$3.15 billion) in 2019, the company said in a statement obtained by The Jakarta Post on Thursday.
Spoils of freedom
This is the moment for the people to stand up and act on the constitutional mandate, not only in support of the Palestinians, but also in defiance of a US government that looks increasingly toothless and unwilling to become the role model it was once for many other countries, and for its abandonment of the multilateral system.
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.
UK will be more welcoming to Indonesians after Brexit, ambassador says
“To Indonesians who are interested in traveling or studying in the UK, [the country] will be an even more open, welcoming and positive place for Indonesians than it has been in the past,” he said on Friday.
Japan tells citizens to avoid non-essential travel to China
Japan is advising its citizens to avoid non-essential travel to all of China over the risks of a deadly coronavirus outbreak, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said Friday.
World Bank calls for stronger tax collection to bring 115 million Indonesians into middle class
World Bank acting country director for Indonesia Rolande Pryce said the government’s plan to relax corporate income tax, among other things, would reduce the tax-to-GDP ratio by 0.5 percent. Indonesia’s tax to GDP ratio stands at 10.7 percent in 2017, the lowest among regional peers.
10,000 Chinese tourists cancel trips to Bali over coronavirus fears: Travel group
The chairwoman of Indonesia Travel Agent Association, Elly Hutabarat, said on Thursday that there were cancellations both ways, from China to Indonesia and Indonesia to China.
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?
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.
Indonesia: Year in review 2019
Indonesia recorded year-on-year (yoy) growth of 5.02 percent in the third quarter of 2019, slightly down on earlier projections of 5.1 percent, as well as on second quarter levels of 5.05 percent yoy. This figure was the lowest rate of growth since mid-2017, as investment, household spending and government spending all saw subdued growth.
'New dawn' or 'biggest gamble'? UK headlines on Brexit day
In Scotland -- where a majority of voters chose to remain in the bloc -- the headlines were less jubilant.
China's factory activity falls in January as virus fears grow
Official figures released Friday showed that the Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) for manufacturing, an early gauge of factory activity, came in at 50.0, down slightly from 50.2 in the month before. A reading above 50 indicates the sector is expanding while below 50 shows a contraction.
The outbreaks of both the Wuhan coronavirus and SARS likely started in Chinese wet markets. Photos show what the markets look like.
The Wuhan coronavirus outbreak likely started in a Chinese wet market, where livestock and poultry are sold alongside animals like dogs and civets.
Delta just suspended China flights for longer than any other airline, a red flag as the unprecedented coronavirus wreaks havoc on the airline industry
Demand has plummeted because of the coronavirus outbreak, putting airline profits and China's economy at risk.
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
"If trade negotiations fail and the UK ends up with a delayed hard exit we would look for GBP USD to drop 5% to 7% taking us back towards $1.24," said one analyst.
Democrats' plan to call witnesses in Trump's impeachment trial looks as good as dead
The motion to call witnesses requires a simple majority in the GOP-controlled Senate, requiring at least four Republican senators to vote yes.
Aldi wants to open a new, bigger Newport store next to Sainsbury's - but the council will try to stop it
Sainsbury's have objected to Aldi's plans to open a new supermarket next door
Do government budget cuts mean austerity isn't over yet?
Sajid Javid, chancellor of the exchequer, had promised before the general election that he would end austerity
Massive queues on Royal Mint site for new Brexit coins
Coin collectors are queuing in their thousands to get hold of the Brexit coin
Takeaway fined for 'lamb' curry which was actually more than half beef
Pasta & Papadums in Briton Ferry was brought before the courts
Millions of workers to get an extra £104 as new tax rules come into effect in April
In addition to increasing the NICs threshold the Government will also end the freeze to working age benefits, which has been in place since 2016.
Find the right Motability car for your individual needs at these south Wales dealerships
If you’re eligible for the Motability Scheme, there are more places than you think that will have something ideal for you
Tesco discounts toy Range Rover by a whopping £82 so shoppers can get it for just £27.50
Supermarket Tesco has slashed the cost of a toy Range Rover by 75%. The car is currently £27.50 instead of £110
We asked people who voted Leave what their greatest hope for the future was
Friday is Brexit Day, so how are leave supporters feeling?
Gareth Bale to Tottenham transfer odds completely slashed by bookies amid significant reports
Bookmakers have taken note as reports suggest Spurs are increasingly confident that Bale will return to the club on deadline day
The 5pm Cardiff City deadline day transfer update as Nottingham Forest man on brink, West Brom's surprise move and Stoke City's rejection
It is deadline day in the January transfer window and Cardiff City are desperately seeking to add a new face before it shuts at 11pm tonight with a Nottingham Forest and Sheffield Wednesday man both linked
The rugby evening headlines as France react to Eddie Jones' 'brutal' warning and Wales star reveals he questioned his future
The Six Nations evening headlines the day before the championship kicks off
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
Tottenham transfer news: Spurs close in on deadline day move for Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud
The future of Olivier Giroud is one of the big stories of deadline day, and he could well be heading for a third London club with Tottenham now odds-on to sign the unwanted Chelsea man.
Free horse racing betting preview and tips for Friday January 31
Keith Hamer has a tip for every race at every meeting including the Friday evening fixtures at Newcastle and Dundalk.
Dale Tempest: Latest football betting insight from our columnist includes Watford booking and Sheff Utd to draw
Dale Tempest sees real value in backing booking points in Watford's game with Everton given how Nigel Pearson's side operate.
Sporting Life tipping record: How our recommended bets have performed
A look at how the Sporting Life recommended bets have performed in January 2020.
Warren Greatrex sets sights on Irish Gold Cup with mare La Bague Au Roi
Warren Greatrex feels La Bague Au Roi is coming back to the boil and can put in a huge performance in Sunday's Paddy Power Irish Gold Cup.
How to Buy Bitcoin 2020: Complete Guide to The Best Options
Our Ultimate Guide to buying Bitcoin in 2020 - Fresh update with all the best options to purchase with Debit, Credit Card & Bank Transfer
Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) Is Becoming a Big Topic in Asia
An official at Japan's central bank has signaled a willingness to embrace a digital yen & Cambodia is pushing ahead with it's own blockchain-powered currency
POTUS Candidate Yang Says Better Crypto Regulation Is Needed
Andrew Yang, a businessman running for the seat of President of the United States, talked Bitcoin and cryptocurrency with Bloomberg's Joe Weisenthal
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
Bullish for Bitcoin: Mike Novogratz on BTC "Prospects Extremely Strong"
Novogratz became one of the most prominent people to delve into the Bitcoin space, having had a lot of clout on Wall Street.
2021 Mercedes-Benz EQS prototype photographed
Official side-by-side photographs show the 2021 Mercedes-Benz EQS will closely follow last year’s Vision EQS concept.
Shakespeare North Playhouse appoints new chair
Max Steinberg has been chosen as the new chair of Shakespeare North Trust
This week's Red Letters, and pondering Liverpool's aesthetics
LFC Stories: The latest instalment of our Red Letters series as the duo discuss Shrewsbury, West Ham, Southampton and the Super Bowl
Websites selling Primark online meaning you can avoid the queues
Despite there being no official online store there are online retailers selling its products
Casting call has gone out for Scousers to be filmed in Liverpool
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Tax rule changes will see millions handed an extra £104 from April
31million people will see a cash boost - this is why
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
Schuh closes its Liverpool store for good
The store opened more than two decades ago
Racing Point to become Aston Martin team from F1 2021
Racing Point will be renamed as Aston Martin from the 2021 Formula 1 season.
Samsung to Microsoft: The Xbox Series X should support ultrawide monitors
Speaking to PCGamesN, Samsung said it is pushing Microsoft to enable ultrawide aspect ratios on its consoles, possibly starting with the Xbox Series X that launches this holiday season. “We’re pushing, we’re talking,” a Samsung rep told the publication.…
Japanese billionaire cancels search for girlfriend to take on SpaceX trip
Back in 2018, Maezawa, who founded Japanese online clothing retailer Zozotown, had been named as the first passenger on Elon Musk’s SpaceX rocket flight around the moon, which is scheduled to take place in 2023. His original idea was to…
Amazon stock soars following strong Q4 earnings report
Amazon shares are soaring after the e-commerce giant announced fourth quarter earnings that smashed expectations.
Nintendo confirms there will be no new Switch models this year
Earlier this month, DigitTimes claimed that Nintendo had started volume production for a new Switch that would launch mid-2020. We also heard from an industry analyst who was convinced a Nintendo Switch Pro, which supported 4K resolutions, came with bigger…
This week, #StackOverflowKnows the coronavirus’s long tail, sulfuric acid spills and tiny malicious code
The first month of the new year is almost over just in time for everyone to give up on their resolutions. But fear not! Stack Overflow and our coterie of Exchanges have a bevy of delicious questions to strengthen your resolve. Take a gander at the genetics of the coronavirus, the waste products of Apollo 13, and the littlest malicious code.
Sheffield Wednesday in talks for Wigan Athletic midfielder Josh Windass?
Sheffield Wednesday are reportedly looking to conclude a deal for Wigan Athletic midfielder Josh Windass before the end of the January transfer window.
Jose Mourinho: 'I'm not expecting us to sign a new striker'
Links with Olivier Giroud, Krzysztof Piatek and Willian Jose came to nothing.
Hull City closing in on signing of Motherwell forward James Scott?
Hull City are reportedly closing in on the signing of Motherwell forward James Scott, who is regarded as a replacement for Kamil Grosicki and Jarrod Bowen.
United to slash asking price for Paul Pogba?
Manchester United are reportedly preparing to slash their £150m asking price for Paul Pogba this summer.
Eddie Howe hoping to keep Joshua King amid Man Utd interest
The Bournemouth striker was at Old Trafford as a youngster.
Mohamed El Makrini desperate to avoid relegation after previous riots
The Dutch midfielder was part of the Roda side demoted from the Eredivisie in 2018.
Astellas files new application for expanded use of roxadustat in Japan
Astellas has set its sights on extending the use of roxadustat into Japan, for the treatment of anaemia associated with chronic kidney disease (CKD) in non-dialysis patients.
Lilly posts higher-than-expected profit as new drugs lift outlook
Eli Lilly has posted higher-than-expected profit on the back of increasing demand for its newly launched drugs, despite fighting continued price erosion and pressure in the US.
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.
Auto Expo 2020: MG Maxus D90 SUV to be called Gloster in India
MG Gloster will be priced aggressively at Rs 40-45 lakh and come with a new diesel engine. The Gloster will compete with the likes of the Alturas G4, Toyota Fortuner and Ford Endeavour but match much more premium cars like the Land Cruiser Prado and Jeep Grand Cherokee in terms of features and performance.Â
Mahindra Electric launches new brand identity
Mahindra has introduced two different brands within the company for electric mobility - ME, which will offer the company's vehicles and hardware solutions, and NEMO will offer software solutions.
Watch: Senate debates critical witness vote in Trump's impeachment trial
President Donald Trump's impeachment trial is scheduled to resume Friday afternoon, with senators voting on whether to include additional witnesses and documents.
Motorola celebrates selling 100 million Moto G phones by offering discounts
Motorola is celebrating reaching 100 million sales of the Moto G series, by offering a wide range of discounts and buy one get one free offers.
[Update: Voted Passed, Law Pending] The EU will vote to force all smartphones to adopt USB-C
The European Parliament will move to force all smartphone manufacturers to use USB-C with a new legislation awaiting EU Council approval.
ASUS rolls out an Android 10 beta to the ZenFone Max Pro M2
The Android 10 Global Beta is now available for the Asus ZenFone Max Pro M2 for early testing. We also have full ROM zip available for manual installation.
[Update: Fixed] Google changes how Play Store changelogs are previewed, resulting in some awkward phrasing
That new Play Store design gave us a Dark Theme that works with the Android 10, but it also brought a strange change to the changelog previews.
UFS 3.1 announced with improvements in speed and power efficiency for flash storage chips
JEDEC has announced the UFS 3.1 open standard for flash storage chips. It brings improvements in speed and power efficiency by including new features.
Here's what developers think of Microsoft cutting UWP ad monetization
Microsoft announced its plans to shut down the Microsoft Ad Monetization platform in June of this year. The announcement led to discussions across the web about UWP's status and future. Here is what developers think of the situation.
Elegoo Mars Pro vs. Elegoo Mars: It's not much of a fight!
The Elegoo Mars has been hugely popular since its release, but now there is a new model, the Mars Pro. Is it worth the cost to replace? Let's find out.
The ASUS ZenBook Duo is a real game-changer — here's why
The ZenBook Duo has a stand out feature that's a real head-turner. But it's definitely not a gimmick and it'll change the way you use a laptop forever. Find out why in our full review.
How to clean and sanitize your headphones
Dirty headphones are never any fun. Keep the music bopping with these tips to ensure your headphones stay as clean as can be!
Microsoft to shut down Microsoft Ad Monetization platform for UWP apps
Microsoft will shut down the Microsoft Ad Monetization platform for UWP apps this June. As a result, developers have to look at different sources of income and other ways to monetize their apps.
What's new on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu and HBO in February 2020
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Global scientists race to develop novel coronavirus vaccine
Medical researchers at home and abroad are working swiftly to develop a vaccine targeting the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV), which has 9,731 confirmed cases in China and 101 cases overseas as of 2 pm on Friday.
US' China travel ban an 'overreaction' to WHO declaration
The US warning against traveling to China due to the novel coronavirus spread is an overreaction, which would greatly hurt global tourism and hinder people-to-people exchanges, Chinese experts say.
DepEd to work closely with DOH on nCoV
Following the first confirmed case of the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in the country, the Department of Education (DepEd) on Friday expressed readiness to “contribute to the overall Philippine government efforts for the management of this public health situation.”
MARINA on the alert against nCov
The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has started implementing strict precautionary measures to prevent the entry of the deadly 2019 novel coronavirus (nCoV) into the country.
Pimentel: Temporary travel ban on trips from China ‘reasonable’ amid nCoV threat
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Filipinos in nCoV-hit areas in China are safer if they stay there – Sotto
Senate President Vicente Sotto III on Friday raised his concern over the government's plan to repatriate Filipinos from China amid the outbreak of the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV).
Duterte issues travel ban on Chinese nationals from nCoV-afflicted areas
President Duterte issued on Friday a travel ban on Chinese nationals coming from Hubei, China and other places where confirmed cases of the deadly 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) have been reported.
Cebu Pacific reduces flights to China
Cebu Pacific will be reducing flights between the Philippines and mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau from February 5 to March 29, 2020.
Brazilians sent to Mexico by US say they don’t understand why
Bewildered, sad and disappointed, Brazilians migrants sent from the United States to Mexico this week were left wondering how they had ended up in another country whose language they do not understand.
House panel chair admits helplessness in scheduling ABS-CBN hearing
Despite the desire to quickly resolve the ABS-CBN franchise issue, the chairman of the House Committee on Legislative Franchises has admitted that his hands remain tied and could not schedule congressional hearings to decide the fate of the network giant.
Farmers stuck with pineapples as prices drop to Shs 700
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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…
Facebook walks back digital currency project Libra
Libra, Facebook’s digital currency initiative, has been faltering since late last year as partners started backing out after regulators opposed the plan. In a post-earnings conference call this week, Facebook chief executive Mark Zuckerberg said work on the Libra initiative is being handled by the Libra Foundation, stressing the separation between the foundation and the social…
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
It would be a mistake for Malaysia to raise locally assembled vehicle prices – German ambassador
BMW Malaysia exports the G30 520i to the Philippines Last week, the automotive industry received confirmation from the finance ministry that there will be
Proton X70 CKD 7-speed wet DCT: more efficient than VW DSGs, >350k km lifetime, meets Volvo standards
Proton has recently confirmed that the locally-assembled 2020 X70 will come with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, and ahead of its impending
2020 Proton X70 CKD to get 7-speed wet DCT – shared with Volvo, torque up 15 Nm, 7.5 litres per 100 km
Proton is gearing up for its first big launch of the year, the locally-assembled 2020 X70. Ahead of its impending unveiling, the national carmaker has
Ford develops 3D-printed wheel nut as thief deterrent
Have you been a victim of wheel theft? Well, Ford has come up with an impressive solution to stop these unrelenting thieves dead in their tracks, and it
Customised Proton X70 delivered to Tengku Sulaiman
Proton has handed over a customised X70 to HH Tengku Sulaiman Shah Alhaj Ibni Almarhum Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Alhaj, brother of HRH Sultan
SPYSHOTS: 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander spotted testing
The next-generation Mitsubishi Outlander has been spotted running road tests, eight years since the debut of the current-generation model in 2012. Here,
“Women to One Side, Men to the Other”: How the Border Patrol’s New Powers and Old Carelessness Separated a Family — ProPublica
Under Trump, Border Patrol agents wield nearly unchecked power over the fate of migrants — and their seemingly random decisions can cleave families apart.
Britain bids farewell to EU, hails a new start
Britain becomes the first country to leave the 28-member bloc
India's share in global commercial services exports up at 3.5 per cent
According to the economic survey tabled by finance minister Nirmala Sitaraman, the service sector acounts for 55 per cent of economic growth
Coronavirus: 400 Indians to be airlifted from Virus-hit China
China has imposed a lockdown in the city following the outbreak of the virus
Slowdown bottomed out, GDP expected to grow at 6.5 per cent: Chief Economic Adviser
The Economic Survey has projected the GDP to expand by 6-6.5 per cent
Economic Survey calls for USD 1.4 trillion spending on infrastructure
Finance minister notes that investment in infrastructure is necessary, as it affects the overall growth
Intel’s 10-core Comet Lake i9 10900K will boost to 5.1GHz
Intel's top 10-core 10th Gen processor will boost up to 5.1GHz
This hilarious Half-Life mod “horribly” mistranslates everything through Google
"The result is a wacky, distorted, hilarious version of the FPS we all love"
Nvidia’s next-gen GPUs deliver 70-75% higher performance than Volta
That Nvidia Volta GPU was no slouch...
Inside the colourful and sustainable wardrobe of Kat Sabbath
The Cake queen on why she’s a fan of ’80s fashion
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.
It's official: too much banking is bad for you
The "financialisation" of an economy can exacerbate inequality, and undermine stability.
'Not being used properly': MYOB, Xero look to invoice finance amid supply chain scrutiny
The industry built around speeding up payment times for small business looks set to grow.
If Millennials really are having less sex, why would that be?
The phenomenon is recognised widely enough to have been dubbed the "sex recession".
Your Daily Horoscope for Saturday, February 1
Free daily horoscope for each star sign. Forecasts for the week ahead in life, love and career.
Treasury Wine Estates shareholders back company's US presence
Long-term Treasury Wine Estates shareholder Tribeca wants the company to maintain a presence in the US but would like to see its commercial business divested.
Market wrap: all the leasing and sales activity in and around Sydney
Sydney's inner south shines during leasing activity.
We are comfortable buying retail: Newmark plays against flow
Property fund veteran and former Hawthorn footballer Chris Langford is playing against the real estate flow and buying retail assets.
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.
Hollow the leader with a mountain to climb: PM's challenge is beyond urgent
You only get one chance to make a first impression. The Prime Minister, for much of Australia, blew his.
Hong Kong’s disruption is Sydney’s opportunity
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Senate GOP Sparks Outrage, Declares It Conducted a ‘Fair’ Trump Trial
Senate Republicans took to the ether for a victory lap and some backslapping late Friday morning—immediately prompting a surfeit of pique by describing the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump as “fair.”
Sen. Murkowski: Trump Impeachment Trial Can’t Be Fair, So No New Witnesses
Check out Sen. Lisa Murkowski’s (R-Alaska) excuse for voting against the Senate calling a single witness during the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump.
Trump Trial Poised to Reach Predictable End in Senate: He Did It, So What?
House Democrats proved their case but it doesn’t matter–the Republican senator arguably most important for a vote to call new witnesses concluded on Thursday night. Retiring Sen. Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn.) composed a lengthy and remarkable Twitter thread explaining his rationale for backing the Mitch McConnell-led Senate’s effort to block new witnesses with first-hand knowledge of relevant events from testifying at President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial.
S. Korea's 2nd chartered plane leaves for Wuhan for evacuation
A second chartered plane left for the coronavirus-hit Chinese city of Wuhan on Friday to evacuate some 350 South Koreans from the epicenter of the outbreak of the deadly virus. The Korean Air passenger jet departed from Gimpo International Airport in western Seoul with a quick response team of around 20 medical and quarantine officials on board. The flight came more than 12 hours after South Korea brought home 368 pe...
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...
Hanjin heiress partners with KCGI, Bando for group's management control
The heiress of South Korean airline-focused conglomerate Hanjin Group, widely known for the "nut rage" incident in 2014, has joined hands with a local fund and a builder for the group's management control ahead of a shareholders meeting in March. In a joint statement with local activist fund Korea Corporate Governance Improvement (KCGI) and midsized builder Bando Engineering & Construction, Cho Hyun-ah,...
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...
Posco’s operating profit down 30% in 2019 amid industry downturn
South Korean steel giant Posco said Friday its operating profit dropped 30.2 percent in 2019 from the previous year, amid the overall industry downturn and protectionism by major trading partners. The steelmaker said its revenue stood at 64.3 trillion won ($53.9 billion), down 0.9 percent on-year. The operating profit posted at 3.86 trillion won, while net profit was 1.98 trillion won last year. The operating margin...
Samsung to send donations to China
Samsung on Friday announced a donation of 10,000 articles of anti-contamination clothing, as well as 30 million yuan ($4.3 million) to support China’s response to the novel coronavirus, the company announced Friday. The donations will be sent to the Red Cross Society of China, via Samsung’s Chinese headquarters, it added. By Shim Woo-hyun (ws@heraldcorp.com)
Local automakers face difficulties sourcing auto parts from China
South Korean automakers are struggling to operate manufacturing lines here following difficulties in sourcing components from China due to the suspension of factory operations in the mainland. According to Hyundai Motor Group, the automaker has decided to cancel extra working hours at its Ulsan and Jeonju plants this week, following the temporary shutdown of the two partnering factories in China that are respo...
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.
Ginni Rometty to Retire after 40 Years at IBM
With IBM CEO and President Ginni Rometty retiring, Big Blue looks set to have an influx of Red Hat blood, as Jim Whitehurst takes over as...
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...
Myanmar turns back China Southern flight over coronavirus fears
Authorities in Myanmar turned back a China Southern flight from Guangzhou with almost everyone on board on Friday after one of the passengers was found with flu symptoms similar to the fast-spreading coronavirus, a government spokesman said.
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.
Brexit day: United Kingdom casts off from the European Union
The United Kingdom leaves the European Union on Friday for an uncertain Brexit future, its most significant geopolitical move since the loss of empire and a blow to 70 years of efforts to forge European unity from the ruins of two world wars.
Pilots, flight attendants demand flights to China stop as virus fear mounts worldwide
Pilots and flight attendants are demanding airlines stop flights to China as health officials declare a global emergency over the rapidly spreading coronavirus, with American Airlines’ pilots filing a lawsuit seeking an immediate halt.
Video: Priceless Lampard response as reporter quizzes him on Chelsea transfer dealings
Jovial response but frustration too...
Video: Jose Mourinho hilariously interviews himself as he predicts Tottenham transfer questions
Jovial, relaxed Mourinho on deadline day...
Great news for Real Madrid: Crucial fitness boost for Zidane as star edges closer to return
Comeback plan touted...
Journalist dismisses talk Chelsea star could skip training to force deadline day exit
Exit unlikely on deadline day...
The revitalisation of Limerick's O'Connell street takes a step forward
Plans to revitalise Limerick's main thoroughfare took a step forward this week.
Mairead McGuinness says some of Nigel Farage's colleagues agreed with her cutting off his mic
Fine Gael MEP Mairead McGuinness turned off Mr Farage’s mic mid-sentence.
Mick Clifford: Unwieldy and shouty debate produced plenty of heat but very little light
There is a lingering suspicion that everybody in Thursday’s TV leaders debate was administered a high dose of adrenaline as they entered the studio. All were out of the blocks as if they’d been pumped up on something, and none more so than co-presenter Ivan Yates.
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.
Q&A: All you need to know as coronavirus affects more people in Europe
Many more people in Europe are likely to contract novel coronavirus that causes serious lung disease, the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control has warned.
Sask. volunteers, staff reflect on fair trade store
"I also have to think of the positive things. When I started you could not find fair trade coffee in the grocery store, and you can now."
Letter of the Day: Income guarantees save money, lives
A guaranteed livable income gives everyone the ability to afford a place to live and purchase adequate groceries, writes Maria Rose Lewans.
Food: Honey Chipotle Roasted Fish Tacos with Peach Salsa
I can’t hop a jet plane to someplace hot, so eating these tacos is the next best thing.
Five things to do in Saskatoon on the first weekend of February
Five things to check out in Saskatoon during the weekend of Jan. 31 to Feb. 2.
New $2.35M U of S research chair targets beef industry sustainability
Dr. Cheryl Waldner will work with the beef industry to address producer priorities, like improving herd health and managing antibiotic use.
Over 200 DP&L customers still without power in Montgomery County
— There are now over 200 Dayton Power & Light customers without power in Montgomery County.
Cold? What cold? Odd January ends with no frigid days, little snow
It never got colder than 13 degrees in Dayton this January, marking the first time in 14 years that a January here had no days with single-digit or below-zero temperatures.
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.
Spouse Employment Training Program aims to heighten job security
Spouses of active-duty Air Force members can receive entry-level dental assistant skills training through the Air Force Aid Society-sponsored Spouse Employment Training Program offered at the Airman and Family Readiness Center.
NEW RESTAURANT: Deg’s Chicken now open in Fairfield Commons mall
BEAVERCREEK — Deg’s Flame Grilled Chicken — which is on hiatus at The Greene — has opened a new location in the Mall at Fairfield Commons food court.
Robocalls: How common are they?
— From October to December 2019, the Federal Trade Commission reported more than 19.5 million do not call complaints in the United States.
Hamilton decision clears next hurdle for proposed $11M YWCA facility
HAMILTON — City Council unanimously approved legislation Wednesday that allows the Hamilton Parks Conservancy to manage the two municipal golf courses. The officials also unanimously approved a zoning change that makes it possible for YWCA Hamilton to build more apartments combined with a larger office complex along Grand Boulevard.
Cloudy with a Chance of Podcast: Climate Matters
— This week on Cloudy with a Chance of Podcast, Storm Center 7 Chief Meteorologist McCall Vrydaghs and Meteorologist Kirstie Zontini sat down with a climatologist to talk about our changing climate.
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
Household lending grows for third consecutive year - Central Bank
Home lending drove growth in the figures but private sector lending fell
Screen Ireland hopes for happy ending despite Brexit sadness
Chief executive Désirée Finnegan signals return of cherished slate funding for producers
Dunne seeking US injunction against son, court hears
Developer seeking to prevent son accessing €14m from sale of Walford
Jail for man caught with more than 4,300 child abuse images
Kevin Maguire (29) also sent video of girl being orally raped to two email addresses
Screen Ireland unveils slate of 40 productions coming to international market
Agency responsible for developing screen industries said sector contributed €357m to economy last year
Graeme McDowell faces picking up a slow-play penalty after on-course interview
Former US Open champion took too long over shot during second round in Saudi Arabia
Teachers unlikely to face penalties for strike next week
‘Not constructive’ to talk about penalising teachers, says Government spokeswoman
Ginni Rometty to step down as IBM chief executive
Tech giant has struggled to grow as it moves into new fields like cloud computing and artificial intelligence
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
GAN expects earnings to beat market expectations
Gambling software company anticipates earnings of between £7m and £8m
Northern farmers ask Johnson for £300m to replace CAP payments
Estimates suggest that the majority of farmers rely on EU payments for at least 60% of farm income
Irish in Wuhan: ‘In 24 hours, everything changed’
Wuhan and its people have shown tremendous spirit in response to coronavirus crisis
Manchester United eyeing Bournemouth’s Joshua King
Eddie Howe says the decision on whether to sell the Norwegian striker not in his hands
Shrinking French and Italian economies hamper euro zone growth
Spectre of recession likely to mean more monetary easing by ECB
Judge orders blood can be administered to Jehovah’s Witness girl
Teenager and her parents oppose blood transfusion for religious reasons
Election 2020: Rebuilding Ireland has failed, says Fianna Fáil
Party says Fine Gael has displayed lack of understanding about housing crisis
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 ...
137 countries start work on tax rules for tech giants; Tim Cook backs approach
Officials from 137 governments have begun work on new international tax rules for tech giants. The new rules will be designed to ensure that tech ...
Comment: An Apple wireless charger makes sense even if it isn’t AirPower
It was reported earlier this week that we might see an Apple wireless charger after all, despite the AirPower debacle. Some have suggested this isn't ...
Forecast: Cold front to bring in more clouds and showers
Trade winds will return to the western islands today as a cold front brings in clouds and showers favoring windward and mountain areas.
Chevron reports worst quarterly loss in a decade
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- Chevron on Friday reported its worst quarterly loss in a decade -- $6.6 billion for the last three months of 2019, due mainly to a write-off of its Appalachian shale production sites.
U.S. sanctions Iran's atomic power chief for nuclear violations
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- The U.S. Treasury has imposed fiscal sanctions against Iran's nuclear energy chief and ordered his U.S.-linked assets frozen, amid ongoing tensions between the Washington, D.C., and Tehran.
Eurozone economic growth in 2019 was slowest in 6 years
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- Economic growth last year for the eurozone was the lowest it's been in six years, mainly hampered by slowdowns in France and Italy, the European Commission said Friday.
Study links vegetarian diet to fewer UTIs
The research couldn't prove a cause-and-effect link, but it showed people who eschewed meat had 16 percent lower odds for a UTI versus those who didn't.
Trump to create White House czar to fight, prosecute human traffickers
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump announced an executive order Friday to create the office of a human trafficking czar, expanding the White House's domestic policy office to focus on ending what the administration has called "modern day slavery."
Impeachment: Senate vote busts Democrats' push to call witnesses
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- The Senate on Friday voted 51-49 against a motion to subpoena witnesses and documents in President Donald Trump's impeachment trial.
Democrat John Delaney drops out of 2020 presidential race
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- Former Maryland congressman John Delaney, the first Democrat to announce a run for president in 2020, dropped out of the race Friday.
White House announces new position to address human trafficking
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- The White House said Friday morning that it will create a new position in its Domestic Policy Council to address human trafficking.
The Wembley ticket details Aston Villa fans have been waiting for
Aston Villa will return to Wembley on March 1, looking to spring a monumental upset in the Carabao Cup final vs Man City
Brexit 50p coin sparks huge queues with Brits paying £945 for special edition version
The coins, ranging from a £945 gold proof coin to a 'Brilliant Uncirculated' 50p being sold at £10, went on sale to mark the day the UK leaves the European Union
'A phone call' - League One boss reveals Bright Enobakhare twist
The 21-year-old looks set to leave Molineux either on a permanent or loan deal before this evening’s deadline - although his move to Blues has hit the buffers for now
Brexit Day: Britain officially departs from EU at 11 p.m. local time
Britain begins the day as a member of the European Union. Its status at the end of the day will still be up for debate.
Man wearing gas mask panics passengers on Texas flight
The American Airlines flight in Texas was delayed while authorities escorted the masked man off the plane.
Chocolate has been on the menu for a century at Aunt Charlotte's Candies
Aunt Charlotte's Candies is a South Jersey candy shop celebrating a century of sweetness, going from penny treats to hundreds of mouthwatering options.
Amazon set to blow past a $1 trillion valuation after topping analysts’ earnings expectations
Amazon shares tore as much as 11% higher in early Friday trading, pushing the company’s market valuation above $1 trillion for the first time since July.
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.
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.
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.
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.
LVMH banked $59 billion in revenue last year — here are 17 of the most iconic brands the French luxury giant owns
LVMH remains the world’s largest luxury goods conglomerate, with revenue reaching $59 billion last year, as reported by Chantal Fernandez at Business of Fashion. Fashion and leather good sales reached $24.5 billion, which is up 17% year-over-year. Across all sectors, the company’s total revenue was up 10% year-over-year.
Conspiracy theorists are telling people to drink a dangerous bleach solution to cure or prevent coronavirus
As new cases of the Wuhan coronavirus are reported across the globe, online bootleggers are cashing in on another opportunity to sell a dangerous bleach cocktail that they claim can cure malaria, cancer, the flu, and even autism. Now proponents are claiming the chlorine dioxide treatment can also cure or protect against the coronavirus.
Rihanna is the world’s richest female musician — from yachting trips on the French Riviera to a staff that includes a chef and personal trainers, see how she spends her $600 million fortune
With an estimated net worth of $600 million, Rihanna, 31, is the world’s richest female musician. She was also the third highest paid female singer in 2019.
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.
Delta just suspended China flights for longer than any other airline, a red flag as the unprecedented coronavirus wreaks havoc on the airline industry
Delta Air Lines said on Friday that it was suspending all its flights to China, becoming the first US airline to suspend all its routes to the country.
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.
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.
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.
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.
10 things you need to know before the opening bell
Here’s what you need to know before the markets open:
A crocodile in Indonesia has had a tire stuck on its head for years — and there’s a reward for anyone brave enough to get it off
A 13-foot crocodile has been swimming around Indonesia with a tire around its neck for years – and now officials are offering a reward to anyone who can safely get it off.
POWER RANKING: Here’s who has the best chance of becoming the 2020 Democratic presidential nominee
With 11 major candidates in the race, the Democratic 2020 presidential field is set to be one of the largest, most competitive, and most unpredictable in modern history.
A bookstore in Canada is filled with adorable foster kittens that customers can adopt
Ellen Helmke opened the secondhand bookstore in 2011. The shop offers a space for customers to drink coffee, unwind, and pick up a new book or two.
Warren Buffett’s $4.6 million crypto lunch was eBay’s priciest purchase in 2019. It still hasn’t happened.
Warren Buffett’s $4.6 million charity lunch was the biggest purchase on eBay in 2019. The eye-wateringly expensive meal still hasn’t taken place.
Apple must fight to keep the iPhone’s Lightning port as the EU presses ahead on forcing standardized phone chargers
Apple and the EU are on a collision course over phone chargers.
Trump failed to slash healthcare benefits for the poor when his Obamacare repeal effort collapsed — so now he’s trying to do it on his own
The Trump administration unveiled a plan on Thursday to allow states the option of capping spending on health benefits for millions for Americans, likely prompting them to cover fewer people after Congress rebuffed the idea during the drive to repeal and replace Obamacare in 2017.
This pilot influencer is giving her more than 500,000 Instagram followers an inside look at the world of aviation
Maria Fagerström is a pilot and Instagram influencer from Sweden who shares her exciting life with her more than 500,000 followers.
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.
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.
UK well prepared to deal with virus: PM Johnson's spokesman
LONDON (Reuters) - Britain’s National Health Service (NHS) is very well prepared to deal with the Coronavirus outbreak, Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s spokesman said on Friday.
China says U.S. move to raise travel warning is inappropriate
BEIJING (Reuters) - The United States’ decision to raise its warning level for travel to China is not in line with the facts and is inappropriate, a spokeswoman at the Chinese foreign ministry, Hua Chunying, said on Friday on the ministry’s website.
Airlines suspend China flights because of coronavirus
(Reuters) - Airlines are suspending flights to China in the wake of the new coronavirus outbreak.
Plane leaves China virus epicenter with 110 Britons and foreigners aboard
BEIJING (Reuters) - A plane carrying 83 British and 27 foreign nationals flew out on Friday from China’s central city of Wuhan, the center of a virus epidemic that has killed more than 200 people and infected more than 9,000, the British government said.
British, EU level trade playing field possible but difficult: Irish PM
DUBLIN (Reuters) - There is scope for the European Union and Britain to agree to maintain equal standards in a future trade deal, but coming to such an agreement will be hugely difficult, Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar said on Friday.
Top U.S. fund firms split over new limits on shareholder votes
BOSTON (Reuters) - Pending U.S. securities rules that would limit shareholder proposals have divided passive and active U.S. fund firms as some take a harder line on issues like climate change.
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.
Indonesia says China clears planes to evacuate Indonesian citizens from Hubei
JAKARTA (Reuters) - Indonesia’s foreign minister said on Friday that China had cleared planes to fly to the virus-hit Chinese province of Hubei to evacuate Indonesian citizens from the area.
Trump mocks Democrats, revives border wall promise in Iowa campaign speech
DES MOINES, Iowa (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump campaigned on Thursday in Iowa - the state that kicks off the presidential nominating race next week - basking in the support of his base while the U.S. Senate trial considering his impeachment continued in Washington.
Iowa's fast-growing Latino community gets new attention from Democrats
DES MOINES, Iowa (Reuters) - Latinos in Iowa, overlooked as a political force for years in the state that kicks off the U.S. presidential race, have been getting unprecedented attention in a too-close-to-call Democratic White House nominating fight.
France's Pasteur Institute Foundation hoping to develop coronavirus vaccine
PARIS (Reuters) - France’s Pasteur Institute Foundation is looking into developing a vaccine to treat the coronavirus, an official at the institute said on Friday.
Germany wants to conclude Brexit talks by year's end: minister
BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany wants to do all it can to conclude outstanding negotiations with Britain on its future ties with the European Union by the end of this year, Economy Minister Peter Altmaier said on Friday.
Palestinians face uphill battle against Trump's Middle East plan
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - When Palestinian leaders learned that the release of U.S. President Donald Trump’s Middle East plan was imminent, they swiftly announced a “day of rage” - a gritty, oft-used call for resistance against Israel.
Brexit supporter burns EU flag near Downing Street in London
LONDON (Reuters) - A Brexit supporter burned a European Union flag beside Downing Street in central London on Friday as others jeered at pro-EU demonstrators in the final hours before the United Kingdom is due to leave the bloc.
Egypt's population nears 100 million, putting pressure on resources and jobs
CAIRO (Reuters) - Sitting in her sister’s apartment on a noisy Cairo street, Rania Sayed one day hopes to leave a city that is becoming more congested as Egypt’s population ticks up to 100 million, a milestone it will pass next month.
India bans export of protective masks, clothing amid coronavirus outbreak
NEW DELHI (Reuters) - India on Friday banned the export of personal protection equipment such as masks and clothing amid a global coronavirus outbreak.
WHO says countries should keep borders open, trade & people moving despite coronavirus
GENEVA (Reuters) - Borders should be kept open and people and trade flowing in the face of the coronavirus outbreak, although countries have a sovereign right to take measures to try to protect their citizens, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Friday.
Germany: Evacuation of more than 100 Germans from China starting shortly
BERLIN (Reuters) - Foreign Minister Heiko Maas said on Friday that a German military plane would be leaving for China shortly to evacuate more than 100 German citizens, none of whom are infected with the coronavirus or suspected of having contracted it.
Japan panel recommends ocean release for contaminated Fukushima water
TOKYO (Reuters) - A panel of experts advising Japan’s government on a disposal method for radioactive water from the destroyed Fukushima nuclear plant on Friday recommended releasing it into the ocean, a move likely to alarm neighboring countries.
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.
Brexit to bring new start for EU, no fewer opportunities: Commission chief
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The EU will start a new chapter after Britain leaves, with no fewer opportunities as a united force on global issues from climate change to technological transformation, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Friday.
Uber drivers cram in fares in countdown to app's Colombia departure
BOGOTA (Reuters) - Like a race car driver, Karen Londono is competing against the clock. She rests just four hours a day, trying to take as many fares as possible driving for Uber, before the application is deactivated in Colombia.
Eastern EU states threaten lawsuit over looming trucking reform
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Poland, Bulgaria and other eastern European Union states are mulling a legal challenge to new road transport rules that would force their trucks to return home every eight weeks, a change they say would harm their trucking companies, diplomats said.
Siemens Healthineers supplies diagnostic equipment to Wuhan hospitals
MUNICH (Reuters) - Germany’s Siemens Healthineers has supplied two ultrasound machines and a CT scanner to the Chinese city of Wuhan, the epicenter of a rapidly-spreading virus epidemic.
Macron to address France on Brexit: French presidency
PARIS (Reuters) - France’s President Emmanuel Macron will make a televised address on Friday on Britain’s departure from the European Union, his office said.
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.
'We are free': Flag-waving Britons cheer in Brexit
LONDON (Reuters) - Singing patriotic songs and waving Union Jacks, thousands of Britons flocked to a muddy patch of grass outside parliament on a damp Friday night to toast their moment of history: Britain’s departure from the European Union.
UK government wants Canada-style free trade deal with EU - spokesman for PM Johnson
LONDON (Reuters) - The British government has been clear it is seeking a Canada-style free trade agreement with the European Union after Brexit, Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s spokesman said on Friday.
Chinese city of Wuhan says it should have acted sooner to contain virus
BEIJING (Reuters) - Wuhan, the epicenter of a coronavirus that has quickly spread beyond China’s borders in recent days, should have taken measures sooner to contain it, the city’s Communist Party chief said on Friday.
Irish PM says EU, Britain not that far away on trade
DUBLIN (Reuters) - The European Union and Britain are further apart in rhetoric than substance as they begin future trade talks, Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar said ahead of Britain’s departure from the bloc on Friday.
Brazilians sent to Mexico by U.S. say they don't understand why
CIUDAD JUAREZ (Reuters) - Bewildered, sad and disappointed, Brazilians migrants sent from the United States to Mexico this week were left wondering how they had ended up in another country whose language they do not understand.
Exxon quarterly profit falls 5.2% on weak refining, chemical margins
HOUSTON (Reuters) - Exxon Mobil Corp (XOM.N) on Friday reported a 5.2% drop in fourth-quarter profit on weaknesses in chemicals and refining and flat oil and gas output, with asset sales helping to stem the decline.
Explainer: Through the Brexit looking glass - What changes and what stays the same?
LONDON (Reuters) - Brexit is the United Kingdom’s biggest geopolitical move in decades. What will change and what will stay the same when Britain officially leaves the European Union on Friday at 2300 GMT?
U.S. consumer, factory data suggest economy losing momentum
WASHINGTON (Reuters - U.S. consumer spending rose steadily in December, but tepid income gains pointed to moderate consumption growth this year, which together with slumping business investment likely set the economy on a slower growth path this year.
EU seeks to put brave face on Brexit day, warns UK of costs of divergence
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - European Union leaders sought to put a brave face on Brexit on Friday, saying the remaining 27 countries united can tackle climate change and technological transformation despite losing a member state for the first time.
UK's Brussels embassy takes down EU flag as sun sets on Brexit day
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Union’s flag was removed from outside the British embassy to the EU in Brussels on Friday, hours before the United Kingdom was set to formally leave the EU after 47 years of membership.
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.
Myanmar turns back China Southern flight over coronavirus fears: government spokesman
YANGON (Reuters) - Authorities in Myanmar turned back a China Southern flight from Guangzhou with almost everyone on board on Friday after one of the passengers was found with flu symptoms similar to the fast-spreading coronavirus, a government spokesman said.
Germany expects coronavirus vaccine within months
BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany’s research minister said on Friday she expected a vaccine for coronavirus to be developed within months.
Iowa's fast-growing Latino community gets new attention from Democrats
DES MOINES, Iowa (Reuters) - Latinos in Iowa, overlooked as a political force for years in the state that kicks off the U.S. presidential race, have been getting unprecedented attention in a too-close-to-call Democratic White House nominating fight.
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.
Steel & Tube expecting large first half loss
One of the the country's largest steel manufacturers says adverse trading conditions will result in a large first half loss. Steel & Tube warned in November that its first half result would be less than last year's profit, but conditions were worse than expected, further impacting sales revenue and volumes. It was now forecasting a loss in underlying EBIT (earnings before interest and tax) of between $36 million and $37m in the six months to December, compared with a $9.8m underlying profit the year earlier. The result included non-cash charges of $37m related to a write-down in the company's goodwill, as well as $2m in restructuring costs and $2m in debt write-offs. The bottom line would be further affected by another $2m to $3m charge resulting from changes in tax accounting.
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.
Minister expects negotiations with UK on free trade deal to be advanced
The Minister for Trade believes New Zealand can negotiate a free trade deal with the UK by the end of the year. At noon tomorrow, the United Kingdom's 47-year relationship with the European Union (EU) will end - three and a half years since Britons voted in a referendum to leave. But with another year of negotiations ahead as they finalise the fine print of the exit deal, it's not yet clear what the effects for New Zealand will be. Minister David Parker told Morning Report New Zealand was ready to start negotiations as soon as the United Kingdom was ready. "Their first priority will, of course, be the European Union, because that's their largest and closest trading partner but the prime minister Jacinda Ardern reaffirmed with Boris Johnson that we're ready to start trade renegotiations with them for their post-Brexit trade relationship with New Zealand in the near future.
Consumers relatively upbeat in latest confidence index
Low interest rates and a stronger housing market are keeping consumers relatively buoyant. The ANZ-Roy Morgan Consumer Confidence Index was unchanged at 123 in January, sitting around its best level in more than a year. Consumers were slightly less optimistic about their current position but are slightly more upbeat about the longer term, and more think it's a good time to buy a big-ticket item. "New Zealand consumers are feeling pretty alright about things at the moment - the labour market remains tight, interest rates are low and the housing market is lifting again," ANZ's chief economist Sharon Zollner said. She said the lift in the housing market was likely behind the rise in those thinking its a good time to buy a major household item, which in turn would support the retail sector.
OnePlus Basically Confirms That the OnePlus 8 Will Have Wireless Charging After All
OnePlus has been hesitant to jump on the wireless charging bandwagon, but things are a-changing over there as the company makes a move that seems to confirm it's had a change of heart.
Aston Martin Sells Part of Itself and Pivots to F1
Aston Martin is no longer cash-strapped and in peril, as car enthusiast billionaire Lawrence Stroll has smashed into the office and handed over £182m in return for him and his car-loving businessmates taking a 16.7 per cent ownership stake in the company. It's Dragon's Den for real.
Apple's Touch ID Is Still Rumoured to Make a Return in 2021 but It'll Be In the Power Button
Reports that Apple will be bringing back Touch ID have been around for a while, and while the latest one is still saying the same thing, the details are slightly different.
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.
Samsung Galaxy S20 Launch Date Set for March 6 (Possibly)
If you thought you knew everything there is to know about the upcoming Galaxy S20, you're not alone, but the release date was one titbit that eluded us. Not anymore apparently, thanks to Samsung itself.
Apple May Have to Ditch Its Lightning Cable to Conform to Standard Charger in the EU
It seems that Apple's argument for why it should keep its lightning cable, rather than switching over to one of the two USB standards used by everyone else, has fallen on deaf ears.
Unilever Plans to Dump PG Tips as Tea Sales Fall
Enormous international conglomerate Unilever has had enough of selling tea bags to British people, and is trying to offload its PG Tips and Lipton brands in the face of falling overall sales of tea products. It probably should've kept that to itself before trying to negotiate a price.
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 $1 trillion (£761 billion) and made CEO Jeff Bezos an estimated $13.2 billion (£9 billion) in a matter of minutes.
eBay's Payday Sale Nets You up to 20% off up Until Midnight Tonight
It's payday! So time to fritter all those pennies away immediately, and eBay's going to help you do it.
UK Bankers Would Like a Lie-In in the Mornings
People who make their money from other people losing theirs would like to be allowed to do so during more sociable hours, with those who ply trades on the UK's stock exchanges petitioning for a later start to their working days.
Airtel and Telkom Appeal over Merger Conditions Set By Competition Authority
Airtel Kenya and Telkom Kenya have filed a review of their proposed merger to the Competition Authority of Kenya over merger conditions. In a review case no CT/005/2020 filed on 10th January 2020, the two entities want a review of the merger terms that were stipulated by the Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) as conditions […]
Antivirus Company Shuts Down Subsidiary After Being Caught Harvesting Users Data
People download antivirus software mostly for one thing: To protect their precious computers from malware. Some of these antivirus softwares are free and others require a subscription to use the software. PCMag and Motherboard did a joint investigation where they found out that Avast’s division collected user data from its antivirus software. The division, Jumpshot, […]
Recession fears and how to combat them in 2020
The fear of not being able to pay for necessities is likely tied to the fear of an increased cost of living, so cutting your ongoing monthly spending is a good place to start.
195 Americans evacuated from Wuhan to be quarantined in California for 2 weeks
The CDC announced Friday that the 195 Americans evacuated from Wuhan, China, to the United States will be quarantined for two weeks to be monitored for symptoms of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski says she will vote 'no' on calling more witnesses in Trump impeachment
Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, said Friday that she will vote "no" on subpoenaing further witnesses in the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump.
Senate officially votes against calling witnesses in impeachment trial
Two Republicans joined 47 Democrats in voting for witnesses.
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.
Delta, American Airlines suspend China flights amid coronavirus outbreak
Delta and American Airlines are temporarily suspending all of their United States flights to China amid the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.
Airlines curb or cancel China flights
A number of airlines say they are halting or reducing flights to China as the country struggles to contain the spread of the deadly novel coronavirus.
Pilots sue American Airlines to halt China flights
US pilots on Thursday sued American Airlines to force the company to halt flights to China amid the virus outbreak now declared a global health emergency.
Slow cities of Turkey: Yenipazar
Yörüks, the nomadic Turks in Anatolia and Rumelia, are an almost-forgotten essence of the Turkish culture. Yörüks are shepherds who migrate into the...
British majority would vote against Brexit today, opinion polls suggest
After over three years of political deadlock and divisiveness among the British public about Brexit, the U.K.'s exit from the European Union has finally...
Poland signs $4.6 billion deal for F-35 fighter jets
Poland signed a $4.6 billion deal with the United States on Friday for the purchase of 32 of its advanced F-35 fighter jets to enhance air defense on...
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...
Brexit finally happens: UK officially ends 47-year EU membership
Following more than three years of political divisiveness fueled by a long stint of uncertainty, two general elections and countless furious protests in...
Scottish leader vows to step up independence push post-Brexit
Scottish National Party SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon demanded a referendum on independence Friday, as Britain prepared to leave the European Union in a...
Chief presidential adviser discusses post-Brexit period with UK counterparts
Turkey's chief presidential adviser Gülnur Aybet met with foreign policy and strategy advisors of the British Prime Minister Boris Johnson Friday,...
Turkey, Lithuania ink economic protocol for greater trade, investment ties
Turkey and Lithuania on Friday signed a protocol for the Economic and Trade Committee JETCO that will pave the way for further expansion of bilateral...
Pakistan plans to ink dual citizenship deal with Turkey
Pakistan on Thursday said a plan is being considered regarding the signing of an agreement with Turkey to allow dual citizenship for citizens of the two...
Turkey's 2-year benchmark bond yield drops to single digits
The two-year benchmark bond yield has fallen to single digits for the first time since November 2016
Turkish tourism revenues jump 17% to $34.5 billion in 2019
2019 saw a booming tourism sector in Turkey with a 17% surge in revenues and a 14.1% rise in the number of visitors as the country is focused on further expanding the sector this year
Turkish conglomerate Anadolu sells McDonald's franchising rights
Turkey's Anadolu Group Holding, one of the country's largest conglomerates, said Thursday that all shares of Anadolu Restaurant, which includes the Turkish...
Erdoğan urges Muslim countries to raise voice against Trump's Mideast plan
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan reiterated his strong opposition to U.S. President Donald Trump's so-called 'Deal of the Century,' as he urged Muslim...
Electronics Deals – January 31, 2020: TP-Link, Wemo, Sony & More
Today only, in Amazon's Gold Box Deal of the Day, you're going to be able to save up to 40% on select smart home products. This includes smart routers,
Save Big On Smart Home Products In This One-Day Sale
In Amazon's Gold Box Deal of the Day today, it has put a number of smart home products on sale. Allowing you to save big - we're talking up to 40% off of
EastEnders' Shona McGarty confirms 'romance' for Whitney and Mick
Shona McGarty says EastEnders' Whitney Dean will "get closer" to Mick Carter.
Vegans can feel the love this Valentine's Day with a new heart-shaped burger on sale at Asda
You'll fall head over heels for Peck's Ultimate Vegan Burger
Katie Price vows to stay single 'until she meets someone worth it'
Model Katie Price has vowed to stay single until she finds someone who is worthy of dating her.
Wetherspoons is hosting a 17-day nationwide gin festival this February
With Dry January finally about to come to an end, it's time to raise a toast to your success.
Jacqueline Jossa's drops new In The Style edit and it's in the 50% off sale
Reigning queen of the jungle Jacqueline Jossa has updated her gorgeous In The Style edit and, not only has she added some new pieces – they're also in the up to 50% off pay day sale.
Highlights of the day: TSMC, UMC maintain normal production in China despite outbreak, but IC design houses worried about business
Many Taiwan-based IT firms are feeling the heat from the coronavirus outbreak that is delaying their production from returning normal following Lunar New Year. But have revealed that their fabs in China have been running as usual. Despite the foundry houses' reassuring revelations, many Taiwanese ...
Apple is a top three PC vendor for enterprise, report claims
When it comes to corporate notebook purchasing, Macs are just as likely a choice as HP, with Dell still ahead, according to Changewave.
Memento
One from the department of good intentions.
CBOT Trends - Corn, soybeans, wheat steady-down 2 cents per bushel
CHICAGO, Jan 31 (Reuters) - Following are U.S. trade expectations for the opening of grain and soy complex trading at the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) at 8:30 a.m. CST (1430 GMT) on Friday.WHEAT - Steady to down 2 cents per bushel* Wheat futures mostly lower on risk-off trading ahead of the weekend.* Most-active CBOT March soft red winter wheat futures contract hit resistance at its 20-day moving average during overnight trading session. Consolidation was noted at the 30-day moving average.
Ukraine sunseed, rapeseed harvest rises in 2019
KIEV, Jan 31 (Reuters) - Sunflower harvest in Ukraine, the world's biggest sunflower oil exporter, rose by 7.7 percent to 15.3 million tonnes in 2019, the state statistics service said on Friday.Ukraine has increased its sunoil exports by around 60% so far in the September 2019 to August 2020 season, to 1.96 million tonnes. It exported 6.063 million tonnes in the 2018/19 season, according to the Ukrainian sunoil producers' association.
Indigenous people left landless as traditional farming wanes in northeast India
By Rina ChandranSHILLONG, India, Jan 31 (Thomson Reuters Foundation) - T ribal people in northeastern India are increasingly becoming landless and poor as their traditional farming practices are abandoned in favour of commercial plantations, indigenous experts warned on Friday."Jhum" is the practice by tribal groups in the northeastern states of rotating land use for temporary farming, resulting in parts of forest land cleared and cultivated to grow foods.After three years, the cultivated field is left to regenerate while another area is cleared.
GRAINS-Soybeans extend losing streak on coronavirus fears; corn firm, wheat weak
(Recasts, updates with U.S. trading, adds new analyst quote, changes byline/dateline; pvs PARIS/SYDNEY)By Mark WeinraubCHICAGO, Jan 31 (Reuters) - Chicago Board of Trade soybean futures fell on Friday, on track for their ninth straight day of losses, as concerns about the coronavirus cutting into Chinese demand beat back any attempts at a bargain-buying bounce, traders said.
3 Big Things Today, January 31, 2020
Corn and soybean futures were little changed amid concerns about the coronavirus.
What Farmers Are Reading This Week, January 24-31
This week featured a shake-up in markets that took center stage. Aside from markets, news about the Navigable Waters Protection Rule gained traction after a new definition was released. John Deere, the EPA, and Brazil’s soybean harvest all also popped up in this week’s news. To catch up on last week's hot topics, follow the Successful Farming staff's work in the previous recap.
Ford offers winch designed into its Super Duty pickups' bumper
The winch option, only available on 2020 Super Duty F-Series pickups, generates up to 12,000 pounds of pull.
Guardiola: I'm sorry Mourinho rivalry didn't cause fireworks
Pep Guardiola joked he is "sorry" his rivalry with Jose Mourinho never took off in the Premier League after fireworks between the pair in Spain.
What does a perfect 2020 look like for Conor McGregor?
Why isn't Conor McGregor No. 1 in ESPN's MMA Rank? And how can he achieve fighter of the year honors by the time 2020 is said and done?
New athletics rules outlaw Nike's record-breaking shoes
World Athletics announced significant changes to its rules on Friday that will outlaw some variants of Nike's Vaporfly running shoes.
Which trainer can save the career of Andy Ruiz Jr.?
Teddy Atlas? Freddie Roach? Who's the best-suited trainer for former heavyweight unified world titleholder Andy Ruiz Jr.?
Six Nations offers short-term cure to rugby's ailing image
The Six Nations is back, offering a short-term cure to rugby's strife.
Taipei Game Show 2020 Called Off Following Coronavirus Outbreak
Postponed to summer
Microsoft NieRly Stopped Platinum from Developing on PS4
Xbox was looking to buy Japanese dev
Sony Exploring PS4 Remote Play on Nintendo Switch, Portable DualShock Controller
Big improvements seemingly in the pipeline
Carolina Panthers Running Back Christian McCaffrey Can't Catch Sonic the Hedgehog
Super Bowl commercial spins in
EA: The Things We're Doing on PS5 Will Blow Your Mind
Publisher talks big
The Last of Us 2 Is the Latest PS4 Game to Get the Demake Treatment in Dreams
Bearly Regal strikes again
Death Stranding Patch 1.10 Removes Repetitive BT Encounter Animation
Slow-mo warning now optional
The Nigel Farage Show: live on Brexit Day
The Nigel Farage Show is live on Brexit Day from 6pm and you can watch it here.
Brexit night LIVE: Britain leaves European Union after 47 years
Britain has left the EU, almost four years after the historic referendum.
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.
Blockchain Consortium Hyperledger Releases Hyperledger Fabric 2.0
Hyperledger, a distributed ledger technology (DLT) consortium created by a host of highly reputed companies including Linux and IBM, has announced the release of the version 2.0 of Hyperledger Fabric, an enterprise-grade blockchain platform, according to a blog post on January 30, 2020.
Bitfinex Exchange Launches Tether Gold (XAUT) Margin Trading with 5x Leverage
Bitfinex crypto exchange has announced the launch of its Tether Gold margin trading service. Traders on the platform can now trade various pairs of Tether Gold, including XAUt/USD, XAU/USDt and XAUt/BTC with up to 5x leverage, according to a press release on January 30, 2020.
Aston Martin Lands Sugar Daddy in the Form of a Canadian Billionaire
A consortium led by Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll has agreed to buy a 16.7 percent stake in Aston Martin, pledging to increase that figure to 20 percent.
How Henry Ford, Who Published Racist Diatribes Against Jazz, Helped Popularize the Sound of Jazz and R&B
As an entrepreneur and industrialist, Henry Ford changed the world — for the better, I personally think — but as a human being he had serious failings.
Frankfurt Auto Show No Longer in Frankfurt
Verband der Automobilindustrie (VDA), the organizing body of Germany’s International Automobile Exhibition (IAA), has announced it will no longer hold its bi-annual trade show in Frankfurt. Last week, representatives from Berlin, Cologne, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Hanover, Munich and Stuttgart met with VDA to present their concepts for IAA 2021. Frankfurt has already been taken out of the running, […]
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.
The Baby Yoda Plush Backpack Design Has Been Fully Unveiled
Earlier this week, a listing for Bioworld / Disney's Star Wars: The Mandalorian Baby Yoda plush [...]
How To Keep Your Company Afloat If You Unexpectedly Lose an Employee
It's too late to do anything about it after it happens -- so here's how to prepare for the unexpected.
These 3 Numbers Explain Why Amazon Is Dominating Everything Right Now
Amazon's best-ever quarter is about these three things.
What To Expect At Airport Screenings For Coronavirus
As you travel for business, here's what you may want to be aware of.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fewer than 1 in 5 Employees Is Highly Engaged. Here's Why This is a Problem--and How to Fix It
In today's competitive hiring market, it's easier to keep your current employees engaged that to start the hiring process from scratch.
7 Lessons Learned from Rebranding Gone Wrong
Don't let your company's rebranding efforts go sideways: Heed these valuable lessons.
How Business Travelers Can Maximize Hotel Loyalty Programs
Get the most out of hotel loyalty programs with these tips.
5 Things You Can Do in a Single Work Week to Show Your Employees You Care
Got a few minutes? Because that's all it takes to prevent great talent from walking out the door.
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?
3 Simple Tips For Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Feeling like a fraud? You're not alone. Here's what you can do about it.
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 Are Open Innovation Companies Really Looking For?
A longterm relationship with product developers who take the time to understand their business.
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.
5 Business Travel Trends to Watch in 2020
Be aware of this travel forecast to help you get the most out of your travels.
11 Ways to Communicate So Employees Understand Their Benefits
Here's how to share useful information that engages employees
Save 50% off Pagico 9: Task & Data Management software
With today's highlighted deal, boost your productivity with this tool's task timeline, project visualization, daily planning and cross-links. You can save half off the price for a limited time only!
Elon Musk's new song has a bit of everything - EDM, Mars, and the Cybertruck
The billionaire's second track on his SoundCloud, "Don't Doubt ur Vibe", is his first foray into producing Electronic Dance Music, and its album art portrays the Cybertruck and Mars.
Games with Gold: Fable Heroes and TT Isle of Man are now free
Games with Gold program has returned with another two games in tow for Xbox Live Gold members. TT Isle of Man for the Xbox One and Fable Heroes for Xbox 360 can now be claimed for free.
Airtel Announces Best Data Prices to Woo More Customers
Airtel Kenya is back with a brand new offer that could give its rivals a run for their money...
Why Followers Left “Pastor” Murkomen’s Church
The current senator of Elgeyo Marakwet county lost followers at a church he served as a pastor due to...
Outdoor Super Bowl parties might encounter 50 mph winds
An outdoor Super Bowl party might be a risky adventure come Sunday as wind gusts could reach 50 mph, says the National Weather Service forecast.
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...
NITA set to roll-out fiber across River Nile to improve connectivity – Techjaja
In an effort to extend connectivity as part of the already launched National Fiber backbone Infrastructure (NBI) Phase 4 project, the
Ibrahimovic and Eriksen transfers highlight Italy's market
Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s return to AC Milan and Christian Eriksen’s move to Inter Milan were the most high-profile signings in Italy during the transfer window.
'Maybe we're older': Guardiola-Mourinho rivalry thaws
It’s a once-bitter rivalry that has never really gotten going in the Premier League. Pep Guardiola vs. Jose Mourinho. The active managers with the most trophy-filled resumes in world soccer. The coaches with very different philosophies but an identical obsession with winning.
Stroll acquires stake in Aston Martin
A consortium that includes Quebec billionaires Lawrence Stroll and Andre Desmarais is taking a significant stake in British car manufacturer Aston Martin — a move expected to have repercussions in the Formula One world.
New green dawn: Advocates hope ACT's cannabis laws pave way for open market
Advocates have welcomed Canberra's contentious new cannabis regime, hoping it sparks a broader public discussion about drug law reform and paves the way for a...
Owners opt to evacuate horses to Exhibition Park in Canberra
Brita and Paul Menzies evacuated two of their horses to EPIC, but had to leave another two behind.
Principals to use five senses - not air quality data - to guide bushfire smoke response
Public school principals will be left to decide whether their students should be kept indoors if hazardous bushfire smoke re-enters the ACT. And principals a...
Fire crew shelters from Orroral Valley fire Gudgenby at historic homestead
A fire crew was taking shelter at the historic Gudgenby homestead in the path of the Orroral Valley fire last night.
Campbell residents adopt bushfire devastated community to help 20 families who lost everything
A silent auction and trivia night is hoped to raise $50,000 for the families. Among the auction items is lunch at The Boathouse with Raiders coach Ricky Stuart.
Canberra-Sydney high-speed rail bid was always too expensive
Cabinet documents have revealed the real story behind the Speedrail bid, which came so close to reality 20 years ago.
Elevated fire conditions in the ACT set to accumulate on Saturday afternoon
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe fire weather warning for the ACT on Saturday.
Pivac's honeymoon period will be shorter than Ed Griffiths' return to Saracens if Wales fluff their lines
Bonhomie and heartfelt platitudes have been the order of the day in this Six Nations build-up for Wayne Pivac and the Wales campaign.
Galthie sends dark warning to England following Jones' comments
England have been warned to expect a French onslaught in Paris on Sunday as Fabien Galthie reacted to Eddie Jones’ promise of “brutal physicality” in their Guinness Six Nations opener.
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.
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.
Aggressively defend Citizenship Act in Parliament, Modi tells NDA leaders
The prime minister asked the leaders to be on the front foot over the matter and not be defensive about the amended law.
Bangladesh allows formal education in Rohingya camps to reduce risk of child trafficking
The move is a reversal of an earlier order and has been welcomed by child rights experts.
‘His Dark Materials’ author Philip Pullman wants boycott of ‘Brexit coin’ over missing Oxford comma
Nothing riles the passions of the literary world like the divisive Oxford comma. What is it?
Wipro CEO and Managing Director Abidali Z Neemuchwala steps down
Neemuchwala cited ‘family commitments’ as the reason for his resignation.
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.
The centuries-old culinary link between Europe and the UK will survive Brexit
How the British royal family ate in the 18th century and what it tells us about class, aspiration and European identity.
The big news: Delhi court defers execution of 2012 gangrape convicts, and nine other top stories
Other headlines: GDP growth was revised for 2018-’19 to 6.1% from 6.8%, and the SC sought response from UP on confiscating property of anti-CAA protestors.
LISTEN: Obibini drops hot bars on “Not Safe”
Ghana’s Rap Mu Wudini, Obibini has dropped his version of Stonebwoy’s “More”. Considering the lyrical content of the song, it goes a long way to prove that indeed, Obibini is a force to be reckoned with in Ghana’s music industry and beyond. Production credit of “Not Safe” goes to the budding sound engineer, Konfem. Enjoy […]
Regina Daniels Celebrates Ned Nwoko’s Senior Wife, Laila On Her Birthday (Photos
Nigerian actress Regina Daniels has extended a very warm reception to her rival Laila Nwoko who happens to be one of the wives of billionaire and politician, Ned Nwoko. One would have thought Laila won’t see eye to eye with Regina who happens to be the youngest and perhaps the freshest amongst Ned Nwoko’s wives […]
‘Christianity Prevents You From Asking Probing Questions’- Actress Shugatiti
Kumasi-based actress and photo model, Shugatiti has told popular Ghanaian blogger Chris Handler of Ghbase.com the reason why she stopped being a Christian and lost touch with everything it represents. The beautiful actress who is known for her semi to nude photos she drops on her social media pages, disclosed that she ditched Christianity and […]
‘Cheat On Your Woman & Let Her Catch You Red Handed To Check If She’s Tolerant Before Marrying Her’- Lawyer
A Nigerian legal practitioner has ridiculously asked men to cheat on their girlfriends and deliberately allow themselves to be caught in order to check the maturity level of the woman. The barrister known as Cidi Ogudu gave this out of the box advise to his social media followers in a recent post. Ogudu stated that […]
The collapse of Zylofon Arts Club has really affected me – Efe Keyz
Afro-pop, vocalist and songwriter Ellen Ayensuaa Gyapong known in the music circles as Efe Keyz has disclosed that the collapse of Zylofon Arts Club has affected her promotion in the music industry. In an interview with Chris Hadler of GhBase.com, she explained that the activities of her promotional team were affected. They became quite inefficient […]
Ghanaians Create WhatsApp Group For Kobe Bryant In Preparation Towards His Funeral
In a bizarre twist of event concerning the sad demise of basketball superstar Kobe Bryant, a group of unidentified Ghanaians have a created a WhatsApp group to plan for Kobe’s funeral. The group’s discussion is centred on the unfortunate death of Kobe and how they as fanatics will plan his funeral in Ghana to bid […]
Sale of.Org Domain Registry Delayed By California Attorney General
California Attorney General Xavier Becerra sent a letter to the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) demanding more information about the private equity takeover of the .org domain registry. The attorney general is seeking answers to 35 questions concerning the sale as well as...
What’s actually happening at the Brexit Celebration party in Parliament Square?
On Friday January 31 at 11pm, the UK will leave the EU. You’re probably wondering how to mark the occasion. Cry into your wine? Get a free cup of tea and emotio
Pricing: local Kia Picanto range gains more safety and tech!
Kia Motors South Africa has announced an updated for its 2020 Picanto line-up, handing the small hatchback more tech and safety equipment.
Toyota Corolla Quest: more details revealed
Yesterday we announced that the Toyota Corolla Quest had been revealed and would replace the outgoing model with the 11th-generation’s platform.
Toyota Supra GRMN with 294 kW rumoured for 2021
Since its revival, the new Toyota Supra has gotten mixed reactions from the fans but the Japanese brand remains committed to its latest sportscar.
The New Way of Investing That’s Making Airbnb Hosts a Fortune
Presented by T1 In the past, there has really only been one mainstream way of making money from the investment in…
The US is at war with itself in HBO’s alt-history miniseries The Plot Against America
The Plot Against America is HBO’s upcoming miniseries based on the late Philip Roth’s 2004 novel. It imagines an alternate American history told through the eyes of a working-class Jewi…
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…
Be careful what you wish for in this trailer for Fantasy Island
A group of guests get the opportunity of a life-time when they are given a chance to have their wildest fantasies come true. But at what cost?
Hero bans will be coming to Overwatch, it’s just not the players who’ll be doing the banning
Following a developer update, game director Jeff Kaplan has revealed the incoming implementation of the “Hero Pool” system which hopes to solve issues of meta stagnation. I played Overwatch for a v…
SEGA Europe is going green as it abandons all plastic boxes for future PC games
With Football Manager proving to be an eco-friendly and edible success story last year, the house of Sonic the Hedgehog is looking to clean up its act even further.
The good, the bad and the ugly of the week – 31 January 2020
When you clench your sphincter muscles to hold in a fart you’re diverting all power to shields.
Doctor Who: Jodie Whittaker confirms she’ll be back for at least one more season
After a huge stumbling debut season, Jodie Whittaker’s Doctor Who tenure is finally getting great. And the actress is sticking around to continue this positive run!
E3 2020 is going to “shake things up” with its new partnerships
This year, E3’s daddy the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) say that they’ll be reinvigorating the event with their new partnerships.
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…
Revenant finally has his time to shine in the Apex Legends Season 4 Trailer
The savage robotic assassin takes centre stage as Respawn shows off a couple of his abilities and methods in an excellent trailer.
2020 Classic Rock Super Bowl Commercials
A rundown of the 2020 classic rock Super Bowl commercials.
After Split With FOX Channels, Roku Users Will No Longer Be Able to Stream Super Bowl
The news sent the stock on an abrupt downward trend, falling as much as 6.1% intraday
Status Yellow wind warning issued for Mayo
A Status Yellow wind warning has been issued for Mayo.
Summer start for new Cloongullane Bridge
MAYO County Council is expected to appoint a contractor for the new Cloongullane Bridge between Swinford and Foxford in May, with work on the €2.5 million project to start in early summer.
Alice Reilly is calling it a day
WESTPORT Tourist Office employee Alice Reilly - who has greeted thousands of visitors - is calling it a day.
Prenty calls for 'runaway inter-county GAA expenses train' to be derailed
CONNAUGHT GAA Council secretary John Prenty has issued a stark and very strong warning over the costs of running senior inter-county football teams which is running out of control.
Britain prepares to leave EU amid public concerns over uncertainty
LONDON, Jan. 30 -- Amid continuing public concerns over uncertainties, Britain is set to leave the European Union (EU) on Friday after its Prime Minister Boris Johnson's Brexit deal was given final seal of approval in the European Parliament Wednesday.
Pakistan halts China flights amid coronavirus outbreak
LONDON: The United Kingdom leaves the European Union on Friday for an uncertain Brexit future, the most significant change to its place in the world since the loss of empire and a blow to 70 years of efforts to forge European unity from the ruins of war. The country will slip away an hour before midnight from the club it joined in 1973, moving into the no man’s land of a
US raises USD 7.6 billion in auction of 37, 39, 47 GHz bands for 5G
The US FCC announced it's completed the auction of the upper 37 GHz, 39 GHz and 47 GHz bands, which started on 10 December 2019. The auction of 5G spectrum attracted total bids of USD 7.56 billion, and bidders won 99.9 percent of the licences on offer.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Telefonica creates new global digital consumer unit
Telefonica has announced the creation of a new global unit designed to make sales processes and customer relations “more digital, faster and simpler” as part of the action plan launched in November to generate more than EUR 2 billion a year in additional revenues from 2022 onwards. The new unit, dubbed Chief Digital Consumer Office (CDCO), will be led by Chema Alonso, until now responsible for the company’s data strategy and cognitive intelligence project. Telefonica said the unit will above all promote innovation in new digital products and services, with a special focus on the digital home, as well as innovation in networks and relations with the entrepreneurial and startup community.
Rumor: BMW iNext could get Intelligent Glass Control technology
BMW iNext is supposed to become BMW's new technology flagship when unveiled, next year. One of these tech is the Intelligent Glass Control
Corona virus: BMW extends factory vacation in China
The current plant vacation to celebrate the New Year will be extended by one week until February 9 in all three BMW Group plants in China
Video: BMW M850i marginally faster than M2 Competition on Laguna Seca
The M2 Competition and the BMW M850i xDrive might be at totally different cars,but as Randy Pobst showed, they are really close on the track.
Buyer’s Guide: BMW E36 3 Series – What To Look For
The BMW E36 3 Series is becoming more and more affordable for enthusiasts and is an entry-level Bimmer, so we put together a buyer's guide.
How to remove a big obstacle to buying a house: debt
It’s not impossible to buy a house if you’re in debt, it’s just more challenging. Here are some steps to take.
Deribit to Offer Daily Bitcoin Options
Crypto derivatives platform Deribit will offer a daily Bitcoin index options to its client base.
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₮).
How ‘Embedded’ Payment Providers are Transforming Fintech
Behind-the-scenes payments providers could be moving Big Tech further toward financial services.
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.
Austria’s FMA Warns Against Swissinv24 Ltd
Austria's FMA has published a warning on its website this Friday against Swissinv24 Ltd, an alleged provider of trading platforms.
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.
FINRA’s Executive VP for Regulatory Policy to Retire
FINRA announced this week that its Executive Vice President for Regulatory Policy and Legal Compliance Officer, Tom Selman, will be retiring.
Municipalities approve Eneco takeover by Mitsubishi despite WWII history
A majority of Eneco's shareholders approved the sale of the energy company to Japanese companies Mitsubishi and Chubu. Now that the municipality of Rotterdam has given the green light, the holders of
Dutch extracted from China can be quarantined in their own homes
The Dutch people who will be extracted from the Chinese city of Wuhan over the weekend will be allowed to spend the two weeks long quarantine period - to make sure they are not infected with the new
Housing corporations not building enough homes, regulator says
Housing corporations are still failing to build enough homes, according to a report by the Housing Corporation Authority, part of the Human Environment and Transport Inspectorate. The "State of the
More trains to foreign cities in new NS schedule
The NS timetable for 2021 will entail hardly any changes for most domestic travelers. The changes are mainly on a regional and international level. The biggest change is a new night train to the
ING the second Netherlands bank to turn to negative savings interest
Banking institution ING has become the second bank in the Netherlands to charge a negative interest rate on certain savings accounts. Customers will face a -0.50 percent interest rate for any amount
Struggling to burn belly fat? It’s time to take a closer look at your menstrual cycle
If you’ve ever cancelled a gym class because of period pain or feeling tired and bloated because of your menstrual cycle, you’re far from alone.
Stylish Outfit Ideas for Every Type of Hike
Into the wild … and how to look good doing it.
Daring John Port School pupil loses his locks - but charity gains £1,100
Charlie Craxton says he's pleased with the amount he's raised
Apple Providing Free Replacement AirPods Pro Tips Under AppleCare+
Customers who have AirPods Pro that also purchased an AppleCare+ protection plan for $29 appear to be able to receive free replacement tips for...
Exclusive: Expercom Offers MacRumors Readers Best Prices on Custom 16-Inch MacBook Pros (Up to $409 Off), Apple TV 4K, and Apple Watch Series 5
MacRumors readers have a chance to save up to $409 on a collection of custom configuration 16-inch MacBook Pro models this week, thanks to our...
Will Mercedes remain in Formula 1 now Aston Martin is off the table?
It was announced today that Aston Martin and Racing Point will partner up for the 2021 season. Part of this deal sees Racing Point set to change their name to Aston Martin F1 from 2021. There were plenty of rumors suggesting that Aston Martin could buy out Mercedes and many are wondering now where Mercedes' future in the sport lies.
Valtteri Bottas on his future in Formula 1
Valtteri Bottas is hoping to do enough to impress Mercedes in 2020 so much that they sign him on for the 2021 season. The Finn has been performing well but will be looking to impress even further to ensure he keeps his seat for future seasons.
Racing Point and Aston Martin set to work together in 2021
Racing Point will become Aston Martin's Formula 1 team at the start of the 2021 season thanks to a deal that has been done with the company and Lawrence Stroll. It is believed that Stroll has bought a stake in the British car company and the news comes after it was announced earlier that Red Bull and Aston Martin would part ways at the end of 2020.
$13M fine proposed for podcaster behind racist robocalls
BROOKLYN, Iowa (AP) — Regulators are proposing a nearly $13 million fine against a podcaster who they say illegally hid the origin of automated phone calls that used the slaying...
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...
3 Schools Reportedly In The Mix For No. 1 RB Recruit Zach Evans
Three college football programs are reportedly in the mix for five-star running back Zach Evans. Here's the latest.
Todd McShay Names Player Who Made Himself “Money” At Senior Bowl
ESPN analyst Todd McShay revealed which player made himself the most money at this year's Senior Bowl in Alabama.
Everything we know about Apex Legends' Revenant
Death has arrived.
Get this MSI X570 motherboard for under £200 on Amazon
That's a savings of nearly £50 on our favourite AMD mobo.
My Sims 4 Tiny Living house includes a toilet TV, bedroom-kitchen, stray dogs
I crammed a bathroom, kitchen, bedroom, study, changing room, TV room, and pool into a few small tiles.
Lair of the Clockwork God mixes platforming with a point-and-click adventure in February
It's about time, gentlemen!
Buy a new AMD graphics card and get Monster Hunter World: Iceborne, Resident Evil 3 and more for free
A rather tasty selection of games for your new hardware.
Cheap gaming laptop deals
Start the year with the best cheap gaming laptop deals the internet has to offer.
An indie 'demo disc' of PS1-inspired horror games is launching on PC next week
Scream like it's 1997
WW2 shooter Days of War finally launches after three years in Early Access
Two kickstarters, one publisher and two early access periods later...
A retailer appears to have leaked AMD’s next ‘Raise the Game’ bundle
The Radeon RX 5600 XT is curiously missing from the promotion (but will probably be added).
Which Temtem starter should you choose?
Here's how to build a strong squad from the start.
This MSI RTX 2070 Super is $529 on Amazon, its lowest price ever
Don't miss this chance to save on one of our favourite GPUs.
Sega Europe announces all its physical PC releases will use recyclable packaging
Gotta biodegrade fast!
Podcast: Samsung’s Month is Here
On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we'll catch up on the latest in Samsung rumors and leaks. The Galaxy S20, S20+, S20 Ultra and Galaxy Z Flip are everywhere right now with February 11 quickly approaching. After all the Samsung fun, we probably need to feel bad for the Motorola Razr...
DOMO Chemicals completes acquisition of Solvay’s European polyamides business
DOMO Chemicals (Ghent, Belgium; www.domochemicals.com) has completed its acquisition of Solvay’s Performance Polyamides Business in Europe. This Business i
Royal Astronomical Society rebrand inspired by “vision and discovery”
The new identity, which has been led by London-based design studio Johnson Banks, seeks to “sensitively modernise” the 200-year-old organisation.
Tripadvisor reveals new logo ahead of year-long identity refresh
Mother Design New York has begun a visual update for the advice-sharing website, starting with a simplified logo and "subtle" name change.
Daily Insight: All system(-level planning) go
The must-read stories and debate in health policy and leadership.
Aston Martin won’t release EVs until it’s financially stable
Following an emergency investment, Aston Martin says it likely won't make any EVs until after 2025.
Vine successor Byte will share all its ad revenue to lure early creators
It wants to recreate Vine by rewarding bigger stars.
EU votes in favor of choosing a common charging cable standard
The European Union wants to vote on legislation by July at the latest.
Phishing scams leveled up, and we didn’t
Mass-produced cyberattacks you’ll probably fall for, just like Jeff Bezos
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.
The best Thunderbolt 3 docks
If you have a computer with a Thunderbolt 3 port and want to connect several peripherals, a Thunderbolt dock lets you attach them all with a single cable.
Draft bill could penalize companies for using end-to-end encryption
Politicians would limit privacy in the name of protecting children.
The best Thunderbolt 3 docks
If you have a computer with a Thunderbolt 3 port and want to connect several peripherals, a Thunderbolt dock lets you attach them all with a single cable.
What happens if the internet’s most important law disappears?
If Facebook is held liable for everything you write, it'll stop letting you write.
Budget 2020: Challenge for Indian Finance Minister is to Balance Growth, Fiscal Deficit
New Delhi (Sputnik): Amid the slowdown in the Indian economy, the government lowered its national income growth forecast from 7 percent to 5 percent for the current fiscal year. The Economic Survey tabled in Parliament on Friday pegged growth for 2020-21 at between 6 and 6.5 percent.
Sarraj Not Interfering in Investigation of Cases Against Russians - Libyan Foreign Minister
TRIPOLI (Sputnik) - Prime Minister of Libya's Government of National Accord (GNA) Fayez Sarraj does not interfere in the investigation of cases against detained Russian citizens, GNA Foreign Minister Mohamed Taher Siala said.
Indian Government Bans Exporting All Types of Respiratory Masks
New Delhi (Sputnik): The novel Coronavirus is spreading fast in China and causing health scares in many other countries with the World Health Organisation declaring it a global emergency. The death toll has swelled to 230, with 9,692 infected cases in China alone. As a precaution, health experts suggest wearing face masks in public places.
Indian Opposition Protests Against CAA, NRC as President Delivers Budget Speech in Parliament
New Delhi (Sputnik): Protests across India are continuing against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and the National Population of Register (NPR), with both widely perceived as discriminatory against Muslims.
Oliver Stone: United States is ‘the Evil Empire’
Oliver Stone’s films have won 12 Academy Awards including two for Best Director, as well as a bunch of Golden Globes and BAFTAs. His new focus is documentaries – on Venezuela, Ukraine, and Edward Snowden – all reflecting on the dubious activities of the US government both at home and abroad.
‘Deranged Human Being’: Newt Gingrich Takes Aim at Adam Schiff’s Fake Trump-Putin Conspiracy
Adam Schiff, one of the key figures in the Democrats’ efforts to unseat Donald Trump, has fantasised on the Senate floor about possible secret talks between Trump and Vladimir Putin.
Prime Minister Johnson Poised for Canada-Style UK-EU Free Trade Deal After Brexit – Report
The UK’s withdrawal from the EU on Friday will be followed by an 11-month transition period, during which Britain will remain committed to the existing trade deals with the bloc, but will be able to negotiate new such agreements with EU members and other countries.
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.
More and More Britons Seeking EU Passports Every Year After Brexit Vote
Political and economic turbulence aside, Brexit is poised to have a massive impact on Britons’ everyday lives, potentially impacting international travel and the right to live in the EU. Many have sought to avoid scenario this by getting an EU passport.
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.
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.
India Set to Move Towards Chinese Model to Expand Exports, Create Jobs
New Delhi (Sputnik): The Indian Finance Ministry has been trying to attract investments from foreign companies into India. The cut in corporate tax rates came as a push to attract investments by technology companies looking for avenues outside of China, amid Beijing’s ongoing trade war with Washington.
The Return of the King: Jeff Bezos Tops World's Billionaires List After Amazon Sales Went up 21%
On Wednesday, the fortune of billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk grew by $2.3 billion within an hour following an increase in the total market value of electric vehicle maker Tesla.
Erdogan Threatens New Offensive in Syria - Report
Earlier, amid a major offensive by the Syrian Army which liberated wide swathes of southeastern Idlib province, including a key strategic city, Turkey's Defence Ministry warned that its forces would retaliate "in the strongest way, without hesitation," if its 'observation posts' in the region were attacked.
US Ambassador Reveals Where God Put Donald Trump, Riles Up Social Media
The diplomat delivered his opinion on the alleged role of the divine in Trump’s career as the US president unveiled his long-anticipated plan that aims to resolve the decades-long Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Brexit Has Put Scotland on the Wrong Road, Nicola Sturgeon Warns
On the day the UK is due to exit the European Union Scotland’s First Minister told SNP activists that they must be patient in order to ensure that any future independence referendum is “legal” and “legitimate”.
'Old Slogans and Old Cliches': India's Ex-Finance Minister Slams Gov't Approach to Economic Slide
New Delhi (Sputnik): The Indian economy's growth rate witnessed a six-year low in the second quarter (July-September) of 2019; the Reserve Bank of India has cut the year's growth projection to 5 percent from the 6.1 percent projected in October 2019.
5.2 Magnitude Quake Strikes in Japan - EMSC
The quake occurred six kilometres to the west of the city of Ushiku, the US Geological Survey reported.
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".
Mars National Anthem? Elon Musk Drops Surprise EDM Track ‘Don’t Doubt Ur Vibe’
Elon Musk has proved a versatile creator, but forget electric cars, rockets and flamethrowers – the Tesla boss has now ventured into electronic music.
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.
“Every Choice Has a Consequence” Say EU leaders in Open Letter
The three presidents of the main EU institutions say that five decades worth of interconnected policies between their economic bloc and the UK will have to be dismantled and then reconstructed in order to chart a “new way forward as allies, partners and friends”.
Indian Air Force’s AN-32 Aircraft Takes Flight Near Chinese Border With Bio-Fuel in Both Engines
New Delhi (Sputnik): The Indian Air Force (IAF) is aiming to cut fuel costs by around $4 billion by 2024. With the successful test of the biofuel- blend-powered transport aircraft , the IAF will gradually increase biofuel use across its fleet.
The head of PETA says you're walking your dog wrong
Let dogs pause to sniff the roses.
Love Island is going green as they remove single-use coffee cups
Saving the planet one coffee cup at a time.
Spoilers: Bella discovers Willow and Alex in bed in Home and Away
She’s full of questions.
Tottenham confident of signing Gareth Bale in shock transfer deadline day deal
Bale left Tottenham in 2013.
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.
Circadian health and wellness sabbaticals are set to be big trends in 2020
Get ready for energy healing and wellness music.
Doing Januhairy is sexy and empowering
I felt ashamed of the thin trail of hair on my tummy, and grew worried that the blonde hair on the sides of my face would make me repulsive to the opposite sex.
The Simpsons fans convinced cartoon predicted Coronavirus in 1993
Yes, seriously.
Why are the Lil Durk concerts in London, Birmingham and Manchester cancelled?
Fans have been left disappointed.
Man lies dead in the street in crisis-hit coronavirus city of Wuhan
At least 213 people have died from the virus, with more than 10,000 infected.
Katie Price is ‘focusing on rebuilding her empire’ rather than men
She's also changing her number for a fresh start.
Madonna shows off knuckle bling as she leaves London Palladium
It follows a sold-out show at the venue as part of her Madame X tour.
Gwyneth Paltrow's Goop slammed by Watchdog over 'deceptive' claims
Luckily, the vagina candle is not named in the complaint.
Jeff Bezos added £10,000,000,000 to his fortune in just 15 minutes
The world's richest man just got richer.
Coronavirus doesn't discriminate, so neither should you
A man sat next to me on the Tube before immediately getting up and saying, ‘Errr... Not sitting next to coronavirus.’
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 Britons are saying goodbye to the EU on Brexit Day
Some are jubilant but others feel there is nothing to celebrate.
Boots 70 per cent off sale - what are the best bargains?
Better than half price bargains to be had - but be quick!
There's a bookshop in Canada where kittens up for adoption roam free
Take me to Canada.
Chinatown to ghost town: How coronavirus has struck fear at the heart of London
One person was shoved in the supermarket and told: 'Why are you here? Go back to your country, we don’t want your virus here.'
We honestly think This Morning's Spin To Win game might be cursed
We're not saying it is...but...
Madonna has 'never been with a man with a small penis'
Madge gave attendees at the London Palladium an insight into her sexual history.
Will house prices drop after Brexit?
What will the impact be?
What time is Brexit happening and when is Boris Johnson's speech?
One thousand, three hundred and eighteen days after the EU referendum on 23 June 2016, the UK will finally leave the European Union tonight.
What will happen to the Pound after Brexit?
Just what will happen to the exchange rate?
How will travelling to Europe change after Brexit?
Just what will change?
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
Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe refuses to rule out Josh King moving to Man Utd
King could still return to Old Trafford
War veterans project love letter to Europe on White Cliffs of Dover
'This is our star. Look after it for us.'
Thinking of upgrading your parlour? Here are some options to consider…
When upgrading your parlour, Dairymaster focus on optimising cow comfort and welfare and operator comfort and welfare.
Trade unions to back Bord na Móna worker protest tomorrow
A protest march which will be held by Bord na Móna workers tomorrow has been backed by the Irish Congress of Trade Unions.
Raising a person in a culture full of types
We probably shouldn’t be telling children that who they are determines what they do.
Johnny Miller to learn next month how long he will be jailed for Charlotte Murray murder
A CO Tyrone man who is yet to do "the decent honourable thing" and give up the body of his murdered fiancee Charlotte Murray, will next month learn how much of his life sentence he must serve.
Daniel Kaluuya: Audition went wrong when I had to do Scottish accent
The Get Out star said he told a few fibs in his past on a casting website.
Geraldine Finucane wins permission to challenge alleged failure to investigate husband Pat's killing
THE widow of murdered solicitor Pat Finucane has won High Court permission to challenge an alleged failure to act on a finding that his killing has never been effectively investigated.
Sinn Féin border poll pre-condition 'a necessity' for coalition government, says Mary Lou McDonald
Sinn Féin's border poll pre-condition for entering government is not an exotic red line but an absolute necessity, Mary Lou McDonald has said.