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Vistara signs codeshare agreement with Lufthansa, 6th with overseas airline
As part of the agreement, Lufthansa will add its 'LH' designator code to nearly 18 Vistara-operated flights every day covering ten Indian cities, including Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai
MIHAN tiger to be captured: Maharashtra Forest Department
“We had sought permission to tranquilise and capture the tiger, which has been granted by Principal Chief Conservator of Forest (Wildlife) Nitin Kakodkar,” said Prabhunath Shukla, Nagpur Deputy Chief Conservator of Forest.
Deontay Wilder: WBC champ rates atop Joshua in Metro's heavyweight ranking
Deontay Wilder, WBC champion, has beaten Anthony Joshua to first spot in the recent heavyweight ranking that has the Brit reduced to third.
Perth firm prepares to auction off record-breaking whisky ‘library’
A record-breaking whisky collection that goes under the hammer next year has been unveiled in Perthshire.
Hong Kong protest, largest in weeks, stretches several miles
The huge turnout was a reminder to China’s leader, Xi Jinping, that the monthslong campaign against his authoritarian policies still had broad support in Hong Kong despite a weakening economy and increasingly violent clashes between protesters and police.
From moving to New York to starting a new job - 4 ways Zozibini's life will change now that she's Miss Universe
The beauty queen's life is forever changed, and the next year especially will be a whirl-wind experience as she moves to a new city and takes on all the duties that come with the crown.
Vivo V17 with punch-hole display, 48MP quad cameras and SD675 debuts for Rs. 22,990 (~$32) in India - Gizmochina
Vivo V17 is the latest V-series phone to debut in India after the Vivo V17 Pro that had gone official in October. Priced at Rs. 22,990, the Vivo V17 smartphone comes with some exciting features like punch-hole display, quad rear cameras and a large-sized battery with fast charging support. Last month, the Vivo had launched …
OKEx Prepares to Launch USDT-Margined Perpetual Swap Trading, Announces TMMR Risk Management Feature for Spot Margin Trading
OKEx, the leading global cryptocurrency futures exchange platform has announced that it is going to soon launch its USDT Margined Perpetual Swap Trading
Esperance Shire owed nearly $40k in unpaid rates
The Shire of Esperance is set to take its pursuit of unpaid rates to the next stage, with more than $39,000 owing. According to the December, 2019 council ag...
Mearns woman offers own wedding dress to brides affected by Perthshire bridal store collapse
A newly-married Mearns woman has offered her wedding dress to brides left without gowns after a Perthshire wedding dress firm collapsed last month.
Jamie Redknapp explains impact Fred has had on Man Utd- and why he finally deserves credit
The Brazilian midfielder's performances have improved greatly this season following a difficult start to life at Old Trafford
Doctors have advised shifting Nawaz to US for treatment: PML-N
Party spokesperson says transporting ex-PM to US will be an immense challenge for medical team
Shares, Commodity, Rupee Market LIVE Updates: Sensex up 100 points, Nifty over 11,950 led by auto, metal stocks
Share Market, Sensex, Nifty, BSE, NSE Share Price Today Live Updates: Catch all the LIVE market action here.
Saudi eliminates gender-segregated entrances for eateries
Restaurants and cafes in Saudi Arabia are no longer required to have gender-segregated entrances, officials said, in a further easing of social restrictions in the ultra-conservative Islamic kingdom.
Tesco shares soar as investors salivate over potential sale of Asian division
Analysts believe the sale of the Thailand and Malaysia division could bank Tesco up to £7.2bn.
Ministers draw ire of Rajya Sabha Chairman for absence
Last week, Mr. Naidu had pulled up members for skipping meetings of the Parliamentary Standing Committees.
Bartomeu: The door is always open for Guardiola at Barcelona
Bartomeu: The doors are always open for Guardiola at Barcelona
China says hopes to reach trade deal with US as soon as possible
China said it hopes to make a trade deal with the United States as soon as possible, Reuters reports. “On the question of China-US trade talks and negotiations, we wish that both sides can, on the foundation of equality and mutual respect, push forward negotiations, and in consideration of each others’ core interests, reach an…
German exports rise in October, defying expectations
BERLIN (AP) - German exports posted a second consecutive month-on-month increase in October, defying economists' expectations of a slight decline.
Saxo Bank Reports Worst Monthly FX Volumes in 4 Years
Saxo Bank posted a month-on-month drop across the board for foreign exchange, commodities, fixed income and equities trading volumes in November.
Market Pulse on December 6th
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Altron acquires identity security firm Ubusha for R360m
Once integrated, Ubusha will merge with Altron’s existing Cybertech to form Altron Security Solutions.
Special report: We need more than GDP growth (part 1)
Why measuring GDP is not enough.
The best and worst regional housing markets
CoreLogic names the best and worst performing regions in the country.
Asian markets subdued ahead of key US-China tariff deadline
Asian stocks edged up on Monday following surprisingly strong US jobs data, but gains were subdued amid concerns over the [...]
Ericsson pays over USD 1 bln to resolve bribery charges in the US
Ericsson has agreed to pay USD 520.6 million and USD 458.4 million (plus pre-judgement interest of USD 81.5 million) to settle bribery charges brought by the US Department of Justice (DoJ) and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), for a total of over USD 1 billion. CEO Borje Ekholm said the Ericsson can move forward and build a stronger company.
Irish skincare company Integumen raising £1.4m from share placing
Company to use funds to help boost revenues as it looks to double size of its laboratory
Angus McDondald’s diners shocked at seeing drug-driver, 55, careering airborne on busy street
A drug-driver who sped off from an Angus McDonalds restaurant and went airborne after careering through a bollard in the middle of busy street had been put off the road for 21 months.
In the New Year, Try These 8 Things to Stay Constantly Improving at Work
The new year brings with it new resolutions, goals, and attitudes; bring that energy into the work place and stay constantly improving throughout the year with these 8 tips.
VA Tech Wabag executes TTRO plant for Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply
This is one of the largest and technologically advanced water reuse plants in India
Jaguar Land Rover sales fall 3.4% in Nov
The sales of Jaguar brand were at 11,464 units during the month, down 23.1 per cent per cent from November 2018, Tata Motors said in a BSE filing. Land Rover sales stood at 35,078 units, up 5.5 per cent per cent from the same month last year, it added. Tata Motors-owned Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) on Monday reported 3.4 per cent decline in total retail sales.
Record outcome for Edinburgh legal firm Anderson Strathern
Mid-tier legal firm Anderson Strathern has booked record full-year results as it continues to secure high-profile work.
Pastor Kanyari: Plant a seed in order to be blessed
He tells congregation that the rich are blessed because they know how to give.
Mexico rejects US trade deal proposals on steel, aluminum
Mexico's foreign minister said Sunday the country would not accept a US proposal for steel and aluminum production under the new trade deal, saying it would leave Mexico at a disadvantage. During a meeting with senators to discuss details of negotiations for the United States-Mexico-Canada treaty
Xiaomi Youpin teases product launch, possible new alarm clock - Gizmochina
Xiaomi Youpin is teasing a new device launch, and from the poster, it seems like it's going to be some sort of alarm clock.
German exports rise in October, defying expectations
BERLIN (AP) - German exports posted a second consecutive month-on-month increase in October, defying economists' expectations of a slight decline.
Shots fired into home on Euclid Avenue, outside gas line reportedly hit
DAYTON — Crews are responding to a person’s home on Euclid Avenue after hearing reports of someone shooting toward the residence, according to regional dispatch.
A cancer-drug developer's stock just surged more than 100% after Merck agreed to a multi-billion-dollar takeover
Cancer-drug developer ArQule skyrocketed as much as 102% in early Monday trading after Merck agreed to acquire the company in a $2.7 billion tak...
Mercedes and Bosch commence self-driving trials in San Jose
Bosch and Daimler's self-driving trials are underway for select users in San Jose.
Farmers blockade Tesco in ongoing row about beef prices
IFA president says supermarket’s half-price beef sale is an ‘insult to farmers’
Plans for new homes in East Neuk village ‘essential to ensure its vitality’
Plans for 86 new homes in the East Neuk village of St Monans have been hailed as "essential to ensure its vitality".
Staff on two Paris metro lines extend strike to Friday
PARIS (Reuters) - Drivers and maintenance staff on two Paris metro lines voted on Monday to extend their strike against the government’s planned pension reforms until Friday, a Reuters witness said.
FMBN has low capital base – MD
The FMBN does not have a strong capital base and this is affecting the availability of low-cost housing in Nigeria.
Samsung Galaxy A51 will be unveiled soon, here’s when
The Samsung Galaxy A51 is coming. Early image renders presented quad cameras. Just a few days ago, it was also teased on video. The follow-up to the Galaxy A50 is already in the works and some new …
Tesco leads FTSE 100 risers as it weighs up Asia sale
Shares in Tesco rose more than five per cent in early trading as investors welcomed reports that the company is exploring a sale of its Asian businesses.
Abyssinia Bank makes one billion birr profit
Bank of Abyssinia, one the private banks in Ethiopia, makes the biggest gross profit in the Bank’s history, 1.02 billion birr (close to $32.8 million at the current exchange rate), for the financial year concluded June 30, 2019.
Anambra Business and Investment Roundtable seeks to shape the future
The 3rd edition of the Anambra Business and Investiment Rountable (ABR) took place on November 25, 2019; the theme was “Beyond Infrastructure
High-intensity homework lined up for wrestler Vinesh Phogat
Wrestler Vinesh Phogat is expected to compete in the Yasar Dogu tournament slated from January 9 to 12 in Istanbul, Turkey.
Stocks slip as investors weigh outlook for US-China trade
Tokyo (AP) - Stock markets weakened during European trading on Monday as investors weighed the possibility of more U.S. tariffs on China and the outlook for negotiations on the trade dispute.
'Hour of Code' Demystifies Computer Programming for Kids
'Hour of Code' is a fun way to introduce children (and even adults) to the world of computer programming. So, how do you get involved?
Labour's first post-election Budget would give 330,000 North East workers a pay rise
Shadow Chancellor John McDonnell sets out his priorities for his first Budget, if Labour wins the election
Estonia, Latvia, Slovenia, Slovakia, Lithuania, Romania - lowest flu vaccination rate among the elderly
The lowest influenza vaccination coverage rates among the elderly - more than 65 years old - in the European Union were recorded in Estonia,...
Doubles joy makes it triple gold for Malaysia’s badminton campaign
MANILA, Dec 9 — National doubles pair Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik completed a memorable day on the courts for the 30th SEA Games Malaysian badminton team after delivering the gold medal in the men’s doubles final here today. What was even more sweeter was that their 18-21, 21-15 and 21-16 win...
SIPRI: Global arms industry sales up 4.6% worldwide, U.S. companies dominate Top 5
For the first time since 2002, the top five spots in the ranking are held exclusively by U.S.-based arms dealers.
Chipotle CEO: If employees call in sick, a nurse might make sure they're not faking it
According to Chipotle Mexican Grill CEO Brian Niccol, when their restaurant workers call in sick, they might have to talk to a nurse to make sure they’re not fibbing. “We have nurses on…
White Castle frozen burgers recalled due to listeria
White Castle recalled several varieties of it frozen burgers due to listeria concerns.
Pakistan, Asian Development Bank sign loan agreement worth USD 1.3 billion
On Friday, the bank said it has approved a USD 300 million policy-based loan that will help Pakistan to address financial sustainability, governance, and energy infrastructure policy constraints in country's energy sector.
You won't need to be techy to work in tech
The top 15 emerging jobs say LinkedIn shows the rise of tech jobs that are open to anyone, as soft skills rise in importance alongside technical ability.
Becoming a Great Business Leader: 7 Communication Secrets
Good leaders are excellent listeners and know how to convey their message clearly and confidently.
CEOs want urgent action to boost economic growth
Chanticleer's annual survey of 40 CEOs has uncovered some sage advice for government on how to kick-start the economy.
Full Cold Moon to occur on 12/12 at 12:12 a.m.
(WSVN) - December’s full moon is often referred to as the Cold Moon. No, that doesn’t mean it’ll change colors or guarantee cold temperatures. Some...
Four-year-old with suspected pneumonia slept on hospital floor due to lack of beds
This photograph shows a four-year-old from Leeds sleeping on the floor of the Leeds General Infirmary due to a lack of beds.
Huawei announces that more devices will get HarmonyOS in 2020
Huawei has announced that it plans to bring HarmonyOS to more devices in 2020. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the firm said that it has no plans to ship it with smartphones and tablets at this time.
‘AICF likes to have strangle hold on chess tournaments’
The All India Chess Federation (AICF) would like to have a stranglehold on the chess tournaments held in the country and it’s evident from the show
Saudi International Motor Show 2019 begins today
Saudi Arabia’s newly merged bank is reaffirming its commitment to inclusivity to mark UN’s International Day of Persons with Disabilities, observed globally on Dec. 3. For more than 10 years, Alawwal Bank and SABB have helped thousands of disabled people in the Kingdom, now as one bank, it aims to take new steps to further this legacy of support.
How a few common financial mistakes are costing small businesses
Stats and experts reveal that a few common mistakes in financial management are often proving to be heavy for small businesses all around. Some of the issues ar...
Revolutionary Kenya-based Entrepreneur Who Beat World Bank to Global Prize
What made the win even bigger for him was that he had beaten huge players to the top prize, including...
Saudi Arabia ends gender segregation at restaurants
Restaurants in Saudi Arabia are no longer required to have separate entrances for men and women, the kingdom's government announced on Sunday.
Your Daily Horoscope for Tuesday, December 10
Free daily horoscope for each star sign. Forecasts for the week ahead in life, love and career.
Premium economy to be launched on Britain’s railway
Avanti West Coast is developing plans to introduce a middle tier between standard class and first class.
Rosenblatt spews specs for six 'iPhone 12' models while reiterating Sell rating on AAPL shares
Rosenblatt Securities said Monday it believes Apple is working on as many as six different "iPhone 12" models -- including 'Plus' and 'Max' size variants of its 'Pro' series -- but nonetheless reiterated its sell rating on the company's shares, predicting impending share losses in China that won't be helped by a so-called 'iPhone SE 2.'
ACWA Power establishes new business unit in KSA
Nejree, an online sneaker retailer in the GCC, has raised $4 million in pre-Series A funding led by Alkhaila Investment Company, and Teejan Technologies Company. The new capital is expected to further fuel the Saudi-based startup’s expansion into new markets and investment in technologies to enhance online customer experience. The fund will also help to increase inventory,
Call for a return of more Halloween horror tales at Christmas
Until the Irish brought Halloween to the shores of America, horror stories were best associated with the run-up to Christmas time.
A huge new theme park set to be the UK's answer to Disneyland is costing $4.6 billion to build, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Called The London Resort, it will be located in Kent which is just a 17 minute train ride from St Pancras, London. The site will cover 535 acres.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Tata Steel Asks LGBTQ+ Employees To Declare Partners, Avail HR Benefits
In a unique move, Tata steel on Monday asked their employees from LGBTQ+ community to declare their partners and avail HR benefits
Junkyard Find: 1974 Toyota Corona Station Wagon
A 1974 Toyota Corona station wagon, photographed in a San Francisco Bay Area self-service wrecking yard.
A cancer-drug developer's stock just surged more than 100% after Merck agreed to a multi-billion-dollar takeover, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Merck offered $20 per share in the all-cash bid, more than double ArQule's Friday closing price. The deal is expected to close in early 2020.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Plans to privatise BPCL suicidal for nation, says PSU officers' union
The officers union was not opposed to private competition but they should not be handed on a platter assets set up over years.
How much do workers in Switzerland earn - and which jobs are the best paid?
Wages are high in Switzerland - which is just as well due to the sometimes prohibitive cost of living. But how much on average do Swiss people actually earn - and which jobs are the best paid?
General Motors pulls out of Russian car assembly business with Avtovaz deal
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia’s biggest automaker Avtovaz said on Monday it would buy out General Motors (GM.N) from their joint venture producing vehicles in Russia under the Chevrolet brand, effectively ending GM’s presence in car assembling in the country.
Kazakhstan plans more than $1 billion in fresh aid to banks: Sources
Kazakhstan plans to provide more than $1 billion in aid to at least four local banks after an asset quality review revealed holes in their balance sheets that require capital injections, two sources familiar with the plans told Reuters.
Warning for new scam
The Penticton RCMP is warning the public about a new phone scam taking place within the South Okanagan.
Hebrew U Study: Pregnant Smokers at Higher Risk for Gestational Diabetes
Gestational diabetes leads to higher risks for pregnancy and birth complications such as macrosomia (larger than average babies) and caesarean deliveries.
India find T20 pulse with Shivam Dube's promotion to No.3
The allrounder backed up his swagger with performance, and his elevation also showed India were ready to step out of their comfort zone | ESPNcricinfo.com
Slowdown blues to limit rise in job creation at 7% in October-March: report
Positive hiring outlook was reported in sectors like healthcare & pharmaceuticals, information technology, e-commerce and tech start-ups, educational services, KPO, power and energy, and logistics
Sweden to prosecute ex-China envoy over Gui meetings
Sweden's former envoy to Beijing is to go on trial for overstepping her duties by trying to negotiate the release of a Chinese-Swedish dissident held in China, prosecutors in Stockholm said Monday.
Grab the Bose 700 headphones with active noise cancellation for $350 ($50 off)
When it comes to noise-canceling headphones, Bose is probably one of the most reliable brands on the market. Its QC 35 have long been one of the leaders
Premium economy to be launched on Britain’s railway
Avanti West Coast is developing plans to introduce a middle tier between standard class and first class.
Watchdog expected to find Russia probe valid despite flaws
WASHINGTON — The Justice Department's internal watchdog will release a highly anticipated report Monday that is expected to reject President Donald Trump’s claims that the Russia investigation was illegitimate and tainted by political bias from FBI leaders. But it is also expected to document errors during the investigation that may animate Trump supporters.
Jaguar upgrades I-Pace with increased range for free
Jaguar used data from the I-Pace eTrophy racing series to increase the production I-Pace's range potential.
Reactions: US rapper, Cardi B in Ghana
There is furore in Ghana after American rapper Cardi B failed to meet local celebrities who had gathered at her hotel in the capital, Accra, on Sunday
Lennar (NYSE:LEN) Research Coverage Started at Goldman Sachs Group
Goldman Sachs Group initiated coverage on shares of Lennar (NYSE:LEN) in a research report released on Friday morning, 24/7 WallStreet reports. The firm issued a buy rating and a $71.00 price objective on the construction company’s stock. Several other research analysts have also issued reports on the stock. JMP Securities increased their target price on […]
ICPC discovers projects in Imo without contract agreement
A team of the federal constituency Project tracking in Imo state, led by the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission, ICPC.
Stock up on Samsung microSD cards at deep discounts starting at $17 for a 128GB card
With Black Friday now behind us and Cyber Monday in the past, you’ve undoubtedly got a bunch of new gadgets in your possession that support removable storage. So if you’re smart, you…
Canada: Building Permits declined by 1.5% in October vs. +2.9% expected
The total value of Building Permits issued by Canadian municipalities declined by 1.5% to $8.3 billion on a monthly basis in October and fell short of
Jobs of the future are clustering in a handful of US cities: Study
A new analysis of where "innovation" jobs are being created in the United States paints a stark portrait of a divided economy where the industries ...
Yahaya approves additional N550m for payment of gratuities to retirees
Gov. Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has approved the release of additional N550 million for the payment of gratuities to the state retirees...
Pakistan’s population growth rate highest among neighboring Countries
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: The National Assembly was told that with population of 218.326 million (projected) in 2019, Pakistan has become the 5th most Populous Country in the world, and its population growth rate is the highest among the neighboring Countries. In reply to a question by Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz’s (PML-N) MNA Ms. Mehnaz Akber Aziz, the Minister for National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination told that in 2017, Pakistan was the 6th Most Populous Country in the world. The minister told that according to Housing & Population Census Report 2017, Pakistan’s population was 208.7 million, with population growth rate of 2.4% per annum. The national health services minister further told that on basis of the World Bank (WB) Report ‘Pakistan@100-Sharing the Future 2047’ published during March 2019, the Country Director World Bank claimed that with the present growth rate, Pakistan’s population will be 376 million after next 28 years, i.e. in 2047. Also Read: About 200,000 Pakistani pilgrims to perform…
A huge new theme park set to be the UK’s answer to Disneyland is costing $4.6 billion to build
A huge new theme park is set to open in the UK in 2024.
Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez say company seeking HIV patent extension 'deceitful and immoral'
Trump is urged to block company from holding back drug, Descovy, from the market
US: CPI likely to post +0.2% mom increase – Deutsche Bank
According to Deutsche Bank analysts, the main highlight for the US markets is CPI release on Wednesday and the retail sales figures on Friday. Key Quo
Cape Town Sevens tickets still on sale
Tickets for this weekend's Cape Town Sevens at Cape Town Stadium are still available.
ICICI Bank opens new center in Bahrain, offers retail, corporate banking
The bank already has a retail branch at the local Manama Centre, it said in a statement
ISS recommends shareholders vote against Baker-led offer for HBC
TORONTO — An influential proxy advisory service is recommending shareholders vote against a takeover offer for Hudson's Bay Co. by a group led by the retailer's executive chairman.
A cancer-drug developer’s stock just surged more than 100% after Merck agreed to a multi-billion-dollar takeover
Cancer-drug developer ArQule spiked as much as 102% in early Monday trading after Merck said it would acquire the firm in a $2.7 billion takeover.
-$0.31 Earnings Per Share Expected for Arlo Technologies Inc (NYSE:ARLO) This Quarter
Wall Street brokerages expect Arlo Technologies Inc (NYSE:ARLO) to post earnings of ($0.31) per share for the current quarter, according to Zacks Investment Research. Three analysts have provided estimates for Arlo Technologies’ earnings, with the lowest EPS estimate coming in at ($0.32) and the highest estimate coming in at ($0.29). Arlo Technologies posted earnings per […]
Global weapons sales up; US leads market
The global arms industry continues to grow with total sales up 4.6% last year, according to data from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) released Monday.
GitHub keen to open subsidiary in China
Beijing wants Chinese developers to engage more with open-source software, says executive
Sweden to prosecute ex-China envoy over Gui meetings
Sweden's former envoy to Beijing is to go on trial for overstepping her duties by trying to negotiate the release of a Chinese-Swedish dissident held in China, prosecutors in Stockholm said Monday. Anna Lindstedt is accused of brokering an unauthorised meeting during her time as ambassador to get
The Book of Mormon is coming to Nottingham - venue, dates, times and ticket prices revealed
It has sold out every one of its 2,829 performances to date in London
Global financial watchdogs take aim at Big Tech's data dominance
Could be forced to share data on financial services customers with banks.
Yahaya approves additional N550m for payment of gratuities to retirees
Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has approved the release of an additional N550 million for the payment of gratuities to the state retirees.
If You Haven’t Ditched NBEV Stock Yet, Now Is the Time
NBEV stock is an irredeemable loser. The CEO is selling shares and the company is in debt and losing money.
‘Aathmeeyudu’ owns up improvement of hostels in Narayanpet
Officials from other departments deputed to find gaps and find solutions to bridge them
Tea Board considering new export cess to fund promotion and marketing
While the rate of the cess is yet to be finalised, sources say it could be around Rs 2 per kg of export
Land Rover reportedly lining up a $33,000 small SUV
A new report suggests that Land Rover could be lining up a $33,000 small SUV based on the new Defender to slot underneath the Discovery Sport. Also planned is a high-end battery-electric Defender Sport.
GRAINS-Soybeans at 2-week high as China tariff waivers add to trade hopes
* Soybeans up for 5th session on hopes of U.S.-China deal * China to exempt some U.S. soybeans, pork from tariffs * Wheat eases, corn little changed ahead of USDA data (Updates with European trading, changes byline/dateline) By Gus Trompiz and Naveen Thukral PARIS/SINGAPORE, Dec 9 (Reuters) - Chicago soybean futures rose for a fifth straight session on Monday to their highest in almost two weeks, after China's announcement last week about tariff waivers for U.S. soybean and pork encouraged hopes of a trade agreement.
BRT, Malam Jabba references are ready: NAB chairman
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Prosus increases its offer for Just Eat, with a new twist
The latest offer makes more sense and increases the chance of success.
Opel CEO says brand has ‘reinvented’ itself and returned to profit...
Opel’s CEO says the German firm has “reinvented” itself under the PSA Group and is on track to achieve its target profit margin years ahead of schedule.
Mi Note 10 Series Launched In Japan: Xiaomi Enters This Market
The Xiaomi Mi Note 10 is the first smartphone series of Xiaomi entering the Japanese market. It's the most popular smartphone of this brand nowadasy.
Telecommunications: The bright spot in a fragile economy
The positive momentum in Nigeria’s telecommunications sector continued into the month of October
Construction Of Surat Metro’s First Phase Set To Begin In June 2020, Expected To Be Ready By 2024
The centre had approved funds for the construction of the first phase for Surat Metro in February this year.
5 Reasons to Buy Aphria Stock Before Pot Stocks Start Moving Again
Aphria stock has taken a beating in recent months, but there are at least five reasons why Aphria shares could be headed higher soon.
5 Bold Predictions for the Stock Market in 2020
Some scenarios that could play out over the next year.
Hero Electric partners with Punjab government to develop electric infrastructure
Hero Electric has announced a Rs 700 crore investment in its facility in Ludhiana to make the state of Punjab an EV hub. Head here more details.
‘I Watched P0rn In My Hotel Room Back In Nigeria’- Cardi B
US rapper Cardi B is still the hottest commodity on our part of the social media landscape after the drama which preceded her energetic performance last night at the Accra Sports Stadium. The Bodak Yellow hit maker admitted she watched porn movies during her stay in Nigeria in an interview on Nigeria-based Cool FM. Cardi […]
Hoping to reach trade agreement with US soon: China
Beijing hopes that it can reach a trade agreement with the United States that satisfies both sides as soon as possible, China's Assistant Commerce Minister Ren Hongbin said on Monday. Ren made the
Pampering with purpose: How a small B.C. business is helping arctic animals
A small skin care company based out of Mission, B.C. is part of a new set of products for which proceeds go to support arctic environmental causes - Canada's snowy north and its beautiful inhabitants that need help in the face of climate change.
SBI lowers MCLR based lending rates by 10 bps
Country's largest lender State Bank of India on Monday announced the reduction in its marginal cost of fund-based lending rate (MCLR) by 10 basis points across all one-year products, effective
Pregnant Smokers at Higher Risk for Gestational Diabetes, Hebrew University Study Finds
Gestational diabetes affects between 7.6% and 9.2% of pregnant women in the US and occurs mostly during the last trimester of pregnancy. Such a pregnancy is often concluded with birth by cesarean section.
SwiftKey Beta gains support for 49 additional languages
Swiftkey Beta for Android now supports 49 more languages, including languages from Uganda, Tanzania, and Zambia.
The daily business briefing: December 9, 2019
Democrats and the White House reach a deal on parental leave, Frozen 2 dominates the box office for a third week, and more
Alan Pardew blames WhatsApp groups for "toxic" dressing room impact
Pardew left his last job at West Brom by mutual consent after an unsuccessful four months in charge, which saw the Baggies win just one league match out of 19 during his reign
Zacks: Alamo Group, Inc. (NYSE:ALG) Given Average Recommendation of “Buy” by Analysts
Alamo Group, Inc. (NYSE:ALG) has been assigned an average broker rating score of 2.00 (Buy) from the two brokers that cover the company, Zacks Investment Research reports. One analyst has rated the stock with a hold rating and one has issued a strong buy rating on the company. Brokers have set a 1-year consensus target […]
Lack of Profitability Is a Significant Risk for Zillow Stock
A lack of profits has kept Zillow stock stuck in neutral for 3 years, and it looks like these profitability issues are here to stay.
No let-up in Macron's duel with unions on fifth day of strikes
Trade unions called for more street protests after nationwide strikes aimed at forcing President Emmanuel Macron to abandon his pension reforms caused chaos on France's transport networks for a fifth day on Monday. The week ahead will test whether Macron can deliver the social and economic change
Analysts Set Huazhu Group Ltd (NASDAQ:HTHT) Price Target at $35.73
Huazhu Group Ltd (NASDAQ:HTHT) has earned a consensus rating of “Hold” from the eighteen research firms that are currently covering the firm, Marketbeat reports. Four analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, eight have assigned a hold rating and five have given a buy rating to the company. The average 1 year price […]
Winds Might Be Changing For Vestas
The company has grown fast in a favorable market environment, having a 5-year CAGR if 8%.Despite the record-high order backlog in Q3/2019, the company identified the impact of tariffs and increased ex
UMIDIGI A3S - Galaxy A10 competitor is on Global sale for $59.99 - Gizmochina
UMIDIGI is always known for its affordable smartphone devices. The Chinese smartphone manufacturer doesn’t disappoint when it comes to discounts and offers on its smartphone devices. Similarly, as per the aspirations, the UMIDIGI has announced the Global Sale of UMIDIGI A3S at $59.99. The ultimate Galaxy A10 competitor is available for a much lesser price …
Nigerian govt directs Accountant-General, MDAs to publish daily financial statements
The government will also publish monthly reports showing revenue receipts from all collecting agencies and payments out of the federation account.
iPhone 12 could deliver another increase in battery capacity
Apple’s upcoming 2020 iPhone refresh could bring a slight increase in battery capacity thanks to a smaller battery protection circuit that eliminates the need for a holder case. The Elec said Monday that Apple’s custom custom battery protection module in...
Saudi eliminates gender-segregated entrances for eateries
The latest reform was hailed by young Saudis but dismissed by arch-conservatives on social media, with one Twitter user saying it went against sharia, or Islamic...
Watchdog report: FBI’s Russia probe justified, no bias found
A watchdog report on the Russia probe finds no evidence of political bias, despite performance failures, according to a summary obtained by The Associated Press.
National outdoor clothing chain set to take over empty high street building
A planning application has been submitted for the former Nationwide Building society premises
Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot asks Censor Board to take note of opposition to Panipat
The movie is based on the Third Battle of Panipat fought between the Maratha empire and Afghan king Ahmad Shah Abdali in 1761. Arjun Kapoor plays the role of Sadashiv Rao Bhau, commander of the Maratha army. Bharatpur king Surajmal is shown as having denied help to the Maratha army.
Reddit Uncovers Russian Interference Campaign Ahead of General Election
Fears of Russian interference ahead of the UK general election were all but confirmed this week with a Reddit post.
Amazon's NHS Collaboration Will See the US Company Get Access to Medical Data for Free
It turns out that the government's deal with Amazon to provide medical date for Alexa to parrot at people is a bit shit for the NHS.
Fervour marks Chakra Theertha Mukkoti at Tirumala
Priests trek to Chakra Theertham amid thick Tirumala forests
Hungary’s Central Bank Issues Warning stating that Traditional Lenders Might Be Forced Out of Market Due to Competitive Fintech Firms
Some of Hungary’s financial institutions might be forced to exit the market as they may not be adequately prepared to continue to compete with challengers fro
Sanofi to acquire US biotech firm Sythorx $2.5bn
Mubasher: Sanofi on Monday said it will take over US biotechnology company Synthorx in a cash deal that valued the latter at $2.5 billion.
This update is the last you’ll see of Google Glass Explorer Edition
Google has announced one final update before it pulls the plug on the Explorer Edition of its Google Glass smart glasses.
These noise cancelling headphones with deep bass and week-long battery are too good to cost $29.99
Black Friday 2019 and Cyber Monday 2019’s big sale on Sony noise cancelling headphones was fantastic, but you still had to pay hundreds for them and not everyone wants to cough up that kind o…
NSE asks investors to be careful in executing PoA with stock brokers
The latest communication comes against the backdrop of Karvy Stock Broking Ltd unauthorisedly transferring securities worth Rs 2,300 crore of more than 95,000 clients, into its account
French strike chaos deepens in crucial week for Macron
France's transport chaos deepened Monday on the fifth day of a nationwide strike over pension reforms, ramping up tensions at the start of a crucial week in President Emmanuel Macron's battle with trade unions.
Official: China hopes for US trade pact as tariff hike nears
BEIJING (AP) - A Chinese official says Beijing wants a prompt settlement of its trade war with Washington.
YES Bank may reject $1.2 billion offer from Canadian investor
At a board meeting on Tuesday, YES Bank is expected to reject an offer from Canada's Erwin Singh Braich and Hong Kong-based SPGP Holdings to contribute $1.2 billion toward the fund raising
INS: 1pct growth in average gross nominal earnings in October
The average gross nominal earnings increased in October compared to September by 1 per cent, up to 5,090 lei, while the average net nominal...
Dorcas Ajwang's burial set for December 20
The ceremony will take place at her home in Waondo, Suba North.
I'm A Celebrity result has bookies celebrating after market got it very wrong
Sunday's I'm A Celebrity result stunned bookies after Jacqueline Jossa triumphed in the final
Ford, McDonald's collab to make...car parts
Ford will make parts out of coffee grounds with the help of McDonald's
Cozy up in Converse's Shearling-Lined Suede Color-Split Chuck 70 Hi
With hits of "Navy Blue," "Baby Pink" and brown all around.
Aucklanders stuck in traffic due to Govt policy
Todd McClay - Workplace Relations and Safety
Subprime lender Amigo’s chief executive and chairman quit
Departures follow move by founder James Benamor to reassert control of the business
SoftBank plans AI institute to aid businesses
SoftBank and The University of Tokyo teamed on a project to boost development of AI ...
Probe underway into $3.3M fraud at Telenor bank
Several employees at Telenor’s Pakistan-based Microfinance Bank were accused of helping scam the operation out ...
Top headlines: SBI's MCLR rate cut, Lodha India's richest realtor and more
This is the eighth cut in MCLR in this financial year and follows a 5 bps reduction last month
Yes Bank yet to approve Blackstone's buyout of Coffee Day's tech park
Shares of Coffee Day extended decline to as much as 14.5% in Mumbai, which is the biggest drop since July 31.
Disney becomes first studio in history to pass $10 billion at worldwide box office
Thanks to a record number of billion dollar blockbusters, Disney has become the first studio in history to surpass $10 billion at the worldwide box office.
Vistara signs codeshare agreement with Lufthansa
India Business News: Vistara has entered into a codeshare pact with German airline Lufthansa, the sixth such agreement with an international airline as the domestic full s
Freeland heads to Mexico in effort to finalize new NAFTA revisions
OTTAWA — Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland is to meet American and Mexican officials in Mexico City on Tuesday amid reports a deal to revise the new North American free-trade agreement is close. . .
Amazon SLASHES alcohol prices in Christmas gift sale BONANZA
Laphroaig and Bowmore whisky, Bulleit bourbon, Plymouth gin, Mount Gay rum and much more discounted at Amazon
Here's why Saudi Aramco's stock is unlikely to plunge on its debut
From bonus shares to a fat dividend, there's a lot to underpin the price, at least initially
ECB to leave the interest rates unchanged this week – Deutsche Bank
Deutsche Bank analysts suggest that the market is expecting no changes in interest rates from the ECB this week but the meeting will be closely watche
Over 750,000 applications for US birth certificate copies exposed online
An online company that allows users to obtain a copy of their birth and death certificates from U.S. state governments has exposed a massive cache of applications — including their personal information. More than 752,000 applications for copies of birth certificates were found on an Amazon Web Services (AWS) storage bucket. (The bucket also had […]
IGNOU January 2020 admissions begins, check steps to apply here
The applications are being accepted for the Masters' degree, Bachelors' degree, PG Diploma and Diploma, PG certificate and certificate programmes and Appreciation/Awareness level programmes.
Swelling U.S. IPO backlog points to crowded 2020 field
(Reuters) - More and more companies are putting plans for U.S. initial public offerings (IPO) on ice this year because of investor pushback against their valuations, creating a backlog that could make stock market debuts more challenging in 2020.
Sensex falls 70 pts in early trade; banking stocks drag
Equity benchmark BSE Sensex on Monday fell over 70 points in early trade, dragged mainly by losses in financial and banking stocks amid persistent foreign fund outflows. The 30-share index was
Oil firms roll back prices
EFFECTIVE at 6 a.m. today, major and independent oil firms will implement a price rollback of their petroleum products in slightly different amounts.
Discovery may open door to new medicines
Bio-Protection Research Centre scientists and collaborators have made a discovery that potentially opens the door to new medicines and biological pesticides.
Aucklanders stuck in traffic due to Govt policy
Todd McClay - Workplace Relations and Safety
Payday firms offer loans @ 500%
India Business News: NEW DELHI: They are banned in 15 states in the US, China has capped the interest they can charge and consumer groups in European countries are fightin.
US Catholic priests beset by overwork, isolation, scandals
CHICOPEE, Mass. (AP) - More than a century ago, waves of Catholic immigrants from Ireland, Poland and Quebec settled in Chicopee and other western Massachusetts mill towns, helping build churches, rectories and schools to accommodate their faith. Today the priests leading those churches are under siege due to stresses, challenges and sex abuse scandals complicating their lives and those of their fellow priests across the United States.
Desert to Power Initiative gains momentum in Burkina Faso
AfDB has approved $54 million loan to the government of Burkina Faso for the Yeleen solar plant, which forms part of the Desert to Power Initiative.
U.S. Dollar Czar: “No Need” for Fed Issuing Digital Dollar in Next 5 Years
In recent weeks, there has been growing talk among influential U.S. figures concerning the prospects of "digitizing" the dollar via blockchain technology.
Nigeria's weak operating environment is still a challenging factor for the banking sector
Moody's Investors Service has said that Nigeria's weak operating environment posed a challenge to the banking sector in maintaining the recent improving trend, particularly as regards asset quality, given the increasing bank lending.
Slowdown only cyclical, India's growth potential not lost: Chief Economic Advisor
Subramanian said that there was, needless to say, a slowdown in the economy but it needs to be assessed whether it was structural or cyclical in nature. Indias GDP growth in Q1 of the current financial year, fell to a 6-year low of 5%, while Q2 slowed down further to 4.5%. The Reserve Bank of India has also lowered its GDP forecast for 2019-20 from 6.1% to 5%.
Elizabeth Warren Built the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. It Became a Revolving Door.
When Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) began staffing up the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau in 2010 and 2011, she did something that appeared, at first blush, to be highly counterintuitive. Instead of limiting staff to those with extensive background in consumer activism and regulatory policy, she chose
Large turnout for Tree of Light dedication
A congregation of more than 100 attended the Rotary Tree of Light dedication service at St Mary’s Church, Shrewsbury.
China’s advanced type PCL191 multiple rocket system in strategic proximity to Taiwan – reports
A report in the latest issue of Modern Ships praises the Chinese multiple launch rocket system called the Type PCL191 as the most cutting-edge piece of weaponry capable of firing both rockets and ballistic missiles. The modular launcher appears to be based on the AR3 system intended for the export market. Unlike other weaponry on display in Beijing during China’s National Day military parade on 1 October, the Type PCL191, dubbed by CCTV as “a self-propelled rocket launcher with precision strike capability”, traveled up and down the streets of the capital loaded on the back of heavy-duty trucks almost anonymously, the report has it. It also gives an in-depth description of the system’s capacity saying it can carry eight 370 mm (14½ inch) rockets – each with a range of 350 km (220 miles) – or two 750 mm Fire Dragon 480 tactical ballistic missiles, capable of flying up to 500 km. According to PLA Daily, an MLRS brigade was stationed with the 72nd Group Army in Huzhou, in the province of Zhejiang on China’s eastern…
WTI drops 1% towards $ 58.50 amid trade tensions, weak China exports
WTI (oil futures on NYMEX) is down over $1 from three-month highs of 59.85 reached last Friday after the OPEC and its allies (OPEC+) agreed to deepen
Poll: Likud, Blue & White up - Yisrael Beytenu down
New poll shows Left and Right nearly tied, with Jewish Home failing to enter next Knesset as Likud and Blue & White gain strength.
10 CLSA India employees may join Jefferies: ET NOW
CLSA analysts Mahesh Nandurkar and Ashish Agrawal are among those employees who are making the switch.
Share market highlights: Sensex ends 43 points up, Nifty near 11,950; TCS, HCL Tech top losers
Share Market News Today | Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: The headline indices Sensex and Nifty ended marginally higher on Monday afternoon, amid volatility.
Ford recalls big pickups; tailgates can open unexpectedly
Ford is recalling nearly 262,000 heavy-duty pickup trucks in the U.S. and Canada because the tailgates can open unexpectedly.
New WhatsApp feature finally makes it a real alternative to your phone for voice calls
Call waiting lets you see if someone is trying to reach you while you're on a call, and pick up if it's important.
Tata Motors plans to add 100 new passenger vehicle outlets by FY 20 end
Tata Motors is looking to increase its penetration in the domestic passenger vehicle segment with entry into the premium hatchback segment.
Govt to recruit over 500 health workers
Joyce Moriku Kaducu, the state minister for primary healthcare, says the ministry has been understaffed
World-leading animal trainer wows Zoo staff
Hamilton Zoo hosted a training event of a unique kind from 27-29 November, led by internationally renowned animal trainer, Peter Giljam from Zoospensefull, currently based in Sweden.
US SEC Re-Opens Infamous Bitcoin Scammer Case
According to recent documents, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) believes that the case against the serial Ponzi scammer, Renwick
[Pankaj Mishra] India’s problems bigger than Modi
A new narrative about India is suddenly emerging. Until very recently, India appeared to be a great democracy as well as a rising economic power, a potential partner of the West in its policy of containing China. Writing in Time magazine in 2015, no less a moral and political authority than Barack Obama hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi as India’s “reformer-in-chief” who “reflects the dynami...
The US raked in a record $7.2 billion in tariffs in October, new data shows
The US government collected a record amount in tariffs in October as a trade dispute between the Trump administration and China escalated. Reven...
Modi govt's centralised nature doesn't work well for economic reforms, says Raghuram Rajan
Rajan pointed out that extreme centralisation, coupled with lack of empowered ministers and a coherent guiding vision meant reforms picked up steam only when PMO focused on them and lost pace when its attention switched to other pressing issues
Russians Win 'Cheese Oscar' In International Competition
Elvira Kovtun made her first cheese four years ago in a pot in her kitchen after President Vladimir Putin banned Western imports in reaction to sanctions over Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Now, she and her husband have won Russia's first gold at the World Cheese Awards in Bergamo, Italy.
Once propped up by Qatari high-rollers, Saudi city prays for truce
Jackhammers and cranes gather dust at half-built Qatari-funded hotel sites in a Saudi city hit hard by an abrupt diplomatic rupture, but signs of thawing cross-border ties are reviving economic hopes.
A British oil stock tanked 60% after the shock resignation of the CEO and head of exploration, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Tullow Oil plunged after the CEO and the exploration director suddenly quit. The company also halted its dividend and reduced its production guidance.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
New programme launched to support ocean economy innovation
OceanHub Africa launched their Ocean Innovation Africa event in Cape Town, aimed at mitigating the effects of global warming and pollution of the oceans.
The rise and rise of the first African-American woman distiller and operator of a nationally distributed vodka
For almost six years since she released Black Momma Vodka, Vanessa Braxton has been a major force in the spirit industry in the United States. In 2013 when she introduced her ultra-premium vodka brand, she made history as the first African-American woman owner and operator of a nationally distributed vodka. She is also the founder of...
Nedbank notches up 1.7m digitally active customers
The bank witnesses a 30% growth rate across its digital banking platforms, with over one million app downloads.
Simon Sadler: Blackpool FC Community Trust's £400,000 new facility will strengthen links with the town
Simon Sadler says Blackpool FC Community Trust's new £400,000 facility at Bloomfield Road is a 'great symbol' of the strengthening links between the town and the club.
Greens demand Zahradil conflict of interest probe
The Greens are demanding an internal investigation by the European Parliament into Czech MEP Jan Zahradil following a story by this website on possible conflicts of interest in his role as lead negotiator on the EU trade deal with Vietnam. "These allegati...
EU approves 3.2 billion euro state aid for battery research
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Commission approved on Monday 3.2 billion euros ($3.53 billion) of state aid from seven European Union countries for research and innovation in battery technology.
Bluecoins is a simple-to-use personal finance app with tools for budgeting and account management
Bluecoins is an easy-to-use personal finance manager that can help you manage your expenses, create a budget, and keep a track of your income.
Once propped up by Qatari high-rollers, Saudi city prays for truce
Al-Ahsa (Saudi Arabia) (AFP) - Jackhammers and cranes gather dust at half-built Qatari-funded hotel sites in a Saudi city hit hard by an abrupt diplomatic rupture, but signs of thawing cross-border ties are reviving economic hopes. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has downplayed the dispute with
More than half of NHS devices are still running Windows 7
And 20 per cent of Trusts have no plans to upgrade
Saudi Arabia ends gender-segregated entrances for restaurants
Restaurants and cafes in Saudi Arabia are no longer required to have gender-segregated entrances, officials said, in a further easing of social...
LASEMA boss to educate residents on safety at home
Director-General of LASEMA, Dr. Femi Oke-_Osanyintolu, is expected to deliver a lecture on safety at home as management of Radio Lagos Station is holding...
Former Fed Chief Paul Volcker, Inflation Tamer, Dies at 92
In working to help the U.S. economy recover from the 2008 crisis, he proposed what became known as the Volcker rule that restricted banks from making high-risk investments
CTET 2019 answer keys to be released soon along with response sheets at ctet.nic.in
CBSE conducted the CTET December 2019 examination on December 8th in which more than 28 lakh candidates participated.
New footage, new questions over former British officer's death
It has been almost one month since James Gustaf Edward Le Mesurier was found dead outside his residence in Istanbul, but new footage calls to mind more...
Private equity tycoon Guy Hands looks to buy struggling Kier Living
Hands' private equity firm - Terra Firma Capital Partners - is one of the last remaining bidders for Kier Living.
Russia, Ukraine leaders agree on cease-fire, prisoner exchange by year's end
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky agreed to a cease-fire Monday, moving the two countries closer to ending a standoff in the Donbas region.
France's Sanofi to buy Synthorx for US$2.5 billion
France's Sanofi said on Monday it had agreed to buy Synthorx in a cash deal worth around US$2.5 billion as it seeks to beef up its ...
Debt profile: MAN raises concerns over Nigeria’s rising figures
Manufacturers in Nigeria have disclosed that President Buhari's request for more loan to fund the 2020 budget is a serious source of concern.
BoB to sell 10.4 mn shares in proposed UTI AMC initial public offering
Last week, the country's largest lender State Bank of India had approved diluting up to 8.25% stake in UTI AMC
Nakuru MCAs pass bill to promote tourism
The Bill which has been forwarded to Governor Lee Kinyanjui for assent.
Shaleen Surtie-Richards on her new role in Arendsvlei: 'It is the beginning of Janice's new hell on earth'
Shaleen Surtie-Richards needs no introduction. On Wednesday the veteran actress made her debut on 'Arendsvlei' with a bang.
Sensex rises 42 points; bank, auto stocks shine
The 30-share BSE Sensex stabilised in afternoon trade and settled with gains of 42.28 points or 0.10 per cent at 40,487.43.
Time to Remodel Your Portfolio With Home Depot Stock
Home Depot stock is finally finding some support after a sharp 10% drop. HD should begin to head higher over the coming weeks.
Co-op Refinery transporting staff via helicopter as job action continues
The Co-op Refinery says it is using helicopters to transport staff into the Regina facility as job action continues.
Encounter no solution to sexual assaults on women: Katti Padma Rao
Culture of respecting women should be nurtured: Dalit leader
US Agriculture Sec. Perdue: Do not believe tariffs will be implemented on December 15th
United States Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue crossed the wires in the last minutes saying that he does not believe the tariff hike will go into ef
MacBook Pro Diary: A glitch with the restore, but an informative one at least
My MacBook Pro problems had one more episode in store for me: after getting the repaired machine back from Apple, there was a glitch after restoring it from a clone. I cloned the original SSD to an external drive using Carbon Copy Cloner. When I got the repaired machine back, it was effectively a brand […]
Buhari orders Accountant General publish daily treasury statement
President Muhammadu Buhari has ordered the Accountant General of the Federation (AGF) to publish a Daily Treasury Statement that will provide information...
Building Mental Resilience While Building a Business
Anxiety shows up in all kinds of business situations — especially when you’re starting your own company.
Storytelling platform Wattpad to open office in Halifax in the new year
TORONTO — Storytelling platform Wattpad says it will open what it calls a second headquarters in Halifax to tap into the city's talent pool as the company grows.
Tata Steel asks LGBTQ+ employees to declare partners, avail HR benefits
With its vision to provide equal opportunity to the employees, it has been an endeavour of the company to create an enabling workforce for all diverse groups, respecting and embracing the differences in the individuals, the steel maker said in a statement.
Lazada’s millennial-friendly credit card is finally in Singapore - and it's offering a year's free shipping, plus tons of points, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - It includes free shipping on RedMart and Lazada for a year.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
China’s solar PV market grows despite US tariffs - GlobalData
The global solar PV market is expected to see a 13% growth in installations
Tata Motors' Jaguar Land Rover retail sales fall 3% in November
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) posted fifth straight month of double-digit sales growth of 29 per cent in China. North America sales also grew by 4.9 per cent during the month under review, achieving best ever November sales levels
Storytelling platform Wattpad to open office in Halifax in the new year
Storytelling platform Wattpad says it will open what it calls a second headquarters in Halifax to tap into the city's talent pool as the company grows.
Rupee darts up 16 paise to 71.04 against U.S. dollar
The rupee pared initial losses and settled 16 paise up at 71.04 against the U.S. dollar on Monday amid softening crude oil prices and weakening of the greenback vis-a-vis other currencies overseas. Fr
Decision on six bus companies in Dhaka by March, says Mayor Khokon
Dhaka South Mayor Sayeed Khokon says a decision could be made by March to bring the buses operating in Dhaka under six companies as part of an effort to discipline public transports.
Pace of housing starts edges up in November on strength in B.C., Alberta
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. says the annual pace of housing starts edged higher last month compared with October, although there were declines in five provinces.
7 Fantastic Gifts For the 3D Printing Craftsman In Your Life
If you are looking for something to buy the 3D printing enthusiast or craftsman in your life, then look no further than any of these 7 great gift ideas.
Tis Hazari clash: SC seeks placing of HC orders related to lawyers-Delhi police tiff
The bench, also comprising Justice Indira Banerjee, said it would like to see what orders have been passed by the high court which is dealing with the issue.
Market watch: Index ends in red amid lack of triggers
Benchmark index decreases 289.44 points to settle at 40,442.81
TNPSC Group I Services Main exam result declared at tnpsc.gov.in
The candidates who have cleared the exam are now eligible to appear for the Oral Test, details of which will be released in the near future.
Gov. Yahaya approves additional N550m for payment of gratuities to retirees
Gov. Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has approved the release of an additional N550 million for the payment of gratuities to the state retirees
Sensex rises 42 points in range-bound trade; bank, auto stocks spurt
Market benchmark BSE Sensex rose over 42 points on Monday to close at 40,487.43, driven by buying in select bank and auto counters. After opening on a weak note, the 30-share BSE Sensex stabilised in
FG Hopeful Of Securing $500M AFDB Fund For Technology Innovation
The federal government is optimistic of securing a $500 million AFDB fund for technology innovation in the country, Trade and Industry Minister, Richard Adebayo has said.
France ready to take Trump’s tariff threat to WTO
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Finance has kicked off a tour for foreign investors in Riyadh today ahead of the 2020 Budget Forum on Dec. 10. Twenty two international investment companies from Taiwan, the US, the UK, Malaysia, Indonesia, Japan, Hong Kong, Germany and France have been invited to visit some of the Kingdom’s top non-oil based companies. The group includes a
Gatchalian urges DTI, DA to closely monitor prices of basic goods
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has urged the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the Department of Agriculture (DA) to closely monitor the prices of basic goods and commodities this month as Filipinos celebrate the Yuletide season.
Meet life-size models of Waipara’s giant penguins
9 December 2019
Strong Jobs Numbers Boost Bank of America
We want to take advantage of rising long-term interest rates with a put write on Bank of America (NYSE:BAC)
Cytonn Ranks KCB As The Most Attractive Bank In Q3 of 2019
Cytonn Investments has ranked KCB Group as the most attractive bank in Kenya, in its Q3 2019 Banking Sector Report.The multi-investment company says that KCB's ranking is as a result of a strong f
Investigating These Grisly Unsolved Murders In America's Heartland Changed My Life
It took the mother of a murdered child to permit me to forgive myself.
Northerns name former Titans captain to fill Faul's CEO shoes
Northerns Cricket Union announced the appointment of Pierre Joubert as their interim chief executive officer, effective immediately.
Buhari fails to renew Fowler’s tenure, names new FIRS chairman
President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed Muhammad Nami to replace Babatunde Fowler as chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS)
There's 10% off almost everything at eBay once again
Switch for £250! PS4 Pro for £300! More!
‘Increase minimum wage of workers to ₹21,000’
Alleging that the labour laws were being diluted, workers have demanded the revival of the Contract Labour Advisory Board and minimum wage of ₹21,000. ‘Karmika Garjana’ Addressing a ‘Karmika Garjana’
Paul Volcker, Former Federal Reserve Chairman, Dies At 92
He led the country's central banking system in the late 1970s and 1980s.
US Catholic priests beset by overwork, isolation, scandals
Weighing on the entire Catholic clergy in the U.S. is the ripple effect of their church’s long-running crisis arising from sex abuse committed by priests.
Elon Musk appears to have mowed down a traffic sign in Tesla's new Cybertruck over the weekend
The billionaire chief executive took out a "right turn only" sign while turning left out of Nobu, a sushi restaurant in Malibu.
Wall Street starts new week on back foot
Wall Street's main indexes started the first day of the week in with modest losses as investors refrain from making large bets while waiting for fresh
Biz EOD: GST filing streamlined; India imports 36,000 MT of onions; SBI cuts lending rates
Catch top stories from the world of business and economy with BusinessToday.In's end of day report
World's 'largest collection' of rare whiskies on sale
Lovers of very expensive whisky will get the chance to bid on nearly 4,000 rare bottles acquired by a late US soft drink bottling company executive.
Teacher shortage hinders Portuguese teaching in California
The shortage of teachers and the constraints of the education department are affecting the expansion of Portuguese teaching in California, where Duarte Pinheiro, deputy coordinator of the Camões Institute, found fewer students than expected.
Months after hype, Mahathir says Malaysia shouldn't have called its big drone a 'flying car', Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - "The mistake was in calling it a flying car. It is actually a big drone.". Read more at businessinsider.sg
Sugar Bytes boots up DrumComputer, its new synthetic drum machine plugin
Three synthesis layers, effects, modulation and sequencing
Stadia's store will support trials and demos, gifting, wishlists, pre-orders, and tons of other lists
Stadia launched in what what most would consider a very unfinished state, missing many plenty of the announced features like family sharing and
These fantastic Xbox One deals have just dropped in price everywhere
These Xbox One deals have landed just in time for the holidays, with big savings on all models.
Johnson casts net for votes at fish market
Boris Johnson posed for selfies and watched a fish auction as cod and haddock were sold at Grimsby Fish Market.
Martires: One out of 40 households has had experience with corruption
Ombudsman Samuel Martires has revealed that one out of every 40 households in the country has had an experience with corruption activities.
Morocco’s Bank Profits Exceeded $1.1 Bn by End of September
The profits of eight main Moroccan banks reached $1.1 billion at the end of September, a 0.96 percent increase compared to the same period last year, while the total net banking income increased 6.6 percent to reach $5.62 billion, according to financ
Markets surge on jobs, trade
By Michael McCarthy (chief market strategist, CMC Markets and Stockbroking)
SC Partially Lifts Ban on Construction Activities in Delhi-NCR
The SC had previously deferred lifting the ban, requested by the Centre, slamming the authorities for failing to curb the pollution that had caused a near medical emergency in the capital city.
Trump's shameful deference to Saudi Arabia
His muted response to the Pensacola attack should sound alarm bells
Market Wrap, Dec 9: Sensex up 42 pts, Nifty at 11,937; Auto stocks gain
Sectoral indices ended the session mixed on the NSE. At close, Nifty Realty Index closed with a cut of 1.15 per cent, while Nifty Auto index closed 0.73 per cent higher
Johnson casts net for votes at fish market
Boris Johnson posed for selfies and watched a fish auction as cod and haddock were sold at Grimsby Fish Market.
Tata Motors share has gained 32% in last three months: Time to buy, sell or hold the stock?
Tata Motors share was reeling under losses as auto sector was clouded by economic slowdown for more than a year. Uncertainties on the global front also hit sales of its UK arm JLR which affected the stock
Ireland ranks as EU’s largest importer of planes
Figures show 53% of bloc’s plane imports last year went to Ireland
Lagos NDLEA new commander promises state free of hard drugs
Mr Ralph Igwenagu, the new commander, National Law Drug Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for Lagos State, has said that he will ensure tha
Mapping South Australia’s big mines and new projects
We profile South Australia's largest and most ambitious mining operations, from significant uranium projects to the world’s largest zircon mine.
Saudi eateries rid of double entrances
Required entrances for single men and another for women and families now lifted.
Redmi K30 Pro powered by SD865 SoC to reportedly launch in March 2020 - Gizmochina
Xiaomi is hosting a launch event in China tomorrow, i.e. on 10th December where the company will be launching its much-anticipated 5G smartphone — Redmi K30. As the name itself suggests, it is a successor to Redmi K20. While the Redmi K30 is getting launched tomorrow, its Pro variant, named Redmi K30 Pro is believed …
Peregrine Ventures raises more than €103 million for its fourth fund, to invest in MedTech startups
Peregrine Ventures, an Israeli MedTech venture capital fund, just closed its fourth fund, Peregrine 4, raising €103 million. Their partners include some of the leading institutional and private equity investors from Israel, the United States, Europe and Australia.
Iran ready for more prisoner swaps with US, not negotiations
The swap raised hopes of other similar actions and was seen as a rare diplomatic breakthrough between Tehran and Washington after months of tensions.
Why Europe will choose the US over China
America’s allies are belatedly heeding its warnings about the Chinese technology threat
Central bank changes required reserve regulations
The Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey (CBRT) on Monday lowered the reference values it uses to determine required reserve ratios for banks, while...
OnePlus TV has a new remote with a dedicated Netflix button; will be free for existing customers - Gizmochina
OnePlus has announced a new TV remote for the OnePlus TV Q1 and OnePlus TV Q1 Pro. The new remote is called the Netflix Remote and that is because it has a dedicated Netflix button, unlike the one that currently ships with the TVs. It also has a completely new design. The good news is …
Accuity To Power GoCardless’ Recurring Payments Expansion Into US
GoCardless entered into a collaboration with Accuity to launch a seamless way for businesses to collect payments in the U.S. via an ACH-based debit offering.
LG re-enters the Japanese premium phone market with the dual-screen G8X ThinQ - Gizmochina
LG Electronics Inc. has announced its re-entry into Japan’s premium smartphone market after 23 months with the launch of its flagship dual-screen smartphone – LG G8X ThinQ. The G8X ThinQ was launch in partnership with Japan’s Softbank and will be sold at some 5,000 stores in major Japanese cities. This is coming barely two months after …
Global watchdogs urge ‘vigilant monitoring’ as big tech companies shift into financial services
Google and other big tech companies may have to share data on financial services customers with banks and fintech firms to prevent unfair competition.
Medupi is a fitting symbol of the importance of our SOEs – Ramaphosa
The problems with the construction of Medupi and Kusile power stations account for much of the financial crisis at Eskom, says President Cyril Ramaphosa, but they are a fitting symbol of the importance of the country’s state-owned enterprises.
Swedish court clears Stora Enso over largest wildfire in decades
STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - A Swedish district court on Monday acquitted Finnish paper firm Stora Enso of responsibility for causing Sweden’s largest wildfire in 40 years, instead fining a subcontractor.
At TEDxNapierBridgeWomen 2019, six women spoke in line with the theme, ‘Bold + Brilliant’
From discussions on gender bias to videos of animal communication, TEDxNapierBridge Women’s latest edition brought forth the female perspective
Reliance Jio brings back Rs 98, Rs 149 plans; offers up to 24GB data, free voice calls
Reliance Jio new plans: The Rs 149 plan comes with total data of 24 GB which translates to 1GB per day
Happy bellies: 2020 to be a year of Turkish cuisine
Local cuisine is a significant element of a country's essence that influences many aspects of its culture, lifestyle and people. Turkish cuisine is one...
In view of multiple protests, entry, exit of Delhi’s 3 metro stations closed
Entry and exit at Udyog Bhawan, Lok Kalyan Marg and Central Secretariat metro stations were closed on Monday.
2020 Lincoln Aviator Grand Touring plug-in hybrid range, fuel economy revealed
2020 Lincoln Aviator Grand Touring plug-in hybrid luxury three-row crossover fuel economy revealed. It has a solid electric range, but average fuel economy
Housing market heating up
The housing market is heating up ahead of the holidays, with positive signs of growth, according to ASB's latest quarterly housing confidence survey. The results suggested house price inflation was picking up and the upturn was expected to last until the middle of next year. House price expectations rose for the second quarter in a row, with confidence back to average levels at 27 percent, although regional differences remained. Meanwhile, a net 13 percent of respondents said it was a good time to buy a house - the highest level in seven years. However, ASB chief economist Nick Tuffley said there was still a way to go before the market could be thought of as "hot".
Yamaha launches BS-VI compliant YZF-R15 bike, price starts at Rs 1.45 lakh
The 155cc will be available across all company dealerships in India from the third week of December 2019, India Yamaha Motor (IYM) said in a statement.
Goldman raises oil forecast on Opec output cuts
The bank revised its Brent spot price forecast to $63 per barrel for 2020.
Bitcoin ransomware locks 10 years’ worth of government data in Argentina
Bitcoin-hungry hackers have attacked a data center in Argentina which houses local government files.
Asian shares rise after buying mood on Wall Street ends week
TOKYO — Asian shares were mostly higher Monday cheered by a buying mood on Wall Street that came at the end of last week.
Govt mulls allowing employees to reduce PF contribution
The proposal will face stiff opposition from trade unions, which had earlier expressed strong reservations about the move saying this would defeat the purpose of the social security scheme run by the Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO).
Petrol price hits Rs 75 per litre mark, diesel price crosses Rs 66
The increase pushed price of petrol to Rs 75 per litre in the national capital and that of diesel to Rs 66.04 per litre
India to witness 7.12% rise in job creation in October-March: Report
India Business News: India is expected to witness a marginal 7% rise in job creation in the October-March period, as subdued economic conditions have dampened employment o
N. Korean airline increases flights to Russia ahead of deadline for repatriation of workers
North Korea's national carrier has increased flights on a route between Pyongyang and Vladivostok as the deadline for the repatriation of North Korean workers draws near, sources said Monday.Air Koryo increased the number of weekly flights connecting the two cities to five from the previous two this week, according to Vladivostok International Airport. The change is set to last until Dec. 20. The increase appare...
Ethereum Istanbul Upgrade Goes Live: Here’s Why its Important
Ethereum Instanbul brings a number of improvements to the network and brings the chain one large step closer to the implementation of Serenity
Gas Malaysia: Average natural gas selling price to fall for Jan 1-Dec 31, 2020
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — The average natural gas selling price applicable for Gas Malaysia Energy and Services Sdn Bhd from January 1 to December 31, 2020 will be set at RM33.65/MMBtu, lower by 2.91 per cent or RM1.01/MMBtu, compared to the current price for the distribution segment. The selling...
Kirsten linked with mentorship role at Proteas
Former Proteas coach Gary Kirsten is reportedly set to assist the team in a mentorship capacity.
Using Kyoto credits to meet Paris agreement 'misses the point': Garnaut
A reliance on "carryover credits" to meet an emissions reduction pledge will ultimately cost the economy more than taking decisive climate action, Ross Garnaut says.
SIPCHEM plans 10% share purchase as treasury shares
Riyadh – Mubasher: The board of Sahara International Petrochemical Company (SIPCHEM) has recommended purchasing up to 10% of the company’s ordinary shares. The purchased shares will be held by SIPCHEM as treasury shares through cash balances or …
Mount Sinai Hospital emergency department is a ‘war zone,’ workers say
Mount Sinai Hospital is considered one of the best in the country — but its emergency department is a “war zone” and a danger to the very patients it is supposed to save, current and former
Hope to reach trade agreement with US as soon as possible: China
China said on Monday that it hoped to make a trade deal with the United States as soon as possible, amid intense discussions before fresh US tariffs on Chinese imports are due to kick in at the end of the week. Beijing hopes it can reach a trade agreement with the United States that satisfies both sides, Assistant Commerce Minister Ren Hongbin told reporters on Monday.
From Super Bowl to 5-7: Personnel decisions at root of Eagles' swoon
There are plenty of areas to point to when dissecting what has gone wrong for Philly, but most glaring is the roster and how it was built.
NGT asks Pollution Control Board to curb plastic manufacturing violations
The NGT had earlier said there was no proper mechanism for plastic waste management in the country and directed the CPCB to take necessary action in this regard.
Stronger US dollar curbs demand for ringgit
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar today as the positive sentiment for the greenback curbed interest for local currency. As at 6pm, the local note was quoted at 4.1590/1630 against the US dollar compared with Friday’s close of 4.1580/1610. A dealer said the...
Insider Selling: Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (NASDAQ:CWCO) Director Sells 10,000 Shares of Stock
Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (NASDAQ:CWCO) Director Raymond Whittaker sold 10,000 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Thursday, December 5th. The stock was sold at an average price of $16.52, for a total transaction of $165,200.00. Following the transaction, the director now owns 16,065 shares in the company, valued at $265,393.80. The transaction […]
Sensex rises 42 points; bank, auto stocks shine
Among the Sensex stocks, HDFC emerged as the top gainer, rising by 2.06 per cent, followed by Axis Bank, Maruti, Reliance, Power Grid and Tata Steel. On the other hand, TCS, HCL Tech, L&T, IndusInd Bank, Tech Mahindra, SBI and ITC lost up to 2.93 per cent.
Analysts Expect Icon Plc (NASDAQ:ICLR) Will Announce Earnings of $1.83 Per Share
Brokerages predict that Icon Plc (NASDAQ:ICLR) will report earnings of $1.83 per share for the current quarter, according to Zacks. Six analysts have made estimates for Icon’s earnings, with the highest EPS estimate coming in at $1.84 and the lowest estimate coming in at $1.81. Icon posted earnings of $1.62 per share during the same […]
EU approves €3.2bn research fund for battery development
The European Commission has approved a €3.2bn (£2.7bn) state aid fund from seven European Union countries for research into battery technologies.
Sony Wants to Make Every PS5 Game Multiplayer with Cloud Controller Sharing
So says yet another patent
€80,000 funding approved for seven Mayo Social Enterprises
THE Minister for Rural and Community Development, has announced the allocation of €81,590 through his department’s Dormant Accounts Fund to support seven social enterprise projects in Mayo.
US DOJ watchdog expected to find Russia probe valid despite flaws
The United States Justice Department's internal watchdog will release a highly anticipated report on Monday that is expected to reject President Donald Trump's claims that the Russia investigation was illegitimate and tainted by political bias from FBI leaders. But it is also expected to document errors during the investigation that may animate Trump supporters.
Govt further caps stock limit on onion retailers to 2 tons to check hoarding
Last week, govt had reduced the stock holding limit for retailers to 5 tonnes from 10 tonnes while that on wholesalers to 25 tonnes from 50 tonnes as onion prices were ruling high up to Rs 150 per kg. Retail onion prices have risen in the past two months due to short supply owing to fall in production of kharif (summer) crop after heavy rains.
Dalat Hasfarm said to have raised $70m from Lombard Investments
International private equity firm Lombard Investments said to have invested $70 million in Vietnamese floriculture company Dalat Hasfarm in lieu of a majority stake.
China aims to replace up to 30 million pieces of foreign tech in government offices with Chinese tech by 2022
The Chinese government has instructed its offices to phase out technology made outside of China, including hardware and software, by 2022, according to the Financial Times.
Former Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker has died
Paul Volcker, who as Federal Reserve chairman in the early 1980s elevated interest rates to historic highs and triggered a recession as the price of quashing double-digit inflation, has died, according to his office.
Saudi Arabia ends gender-segregated entrances for restaurants
Restaurants in Saudi Arabia will no longer need to maintain entrances segregated by sex, the authorities said on Sunday, further eroding some of the world's strictest social rules as sweeping reforms take hold.
The Sony WH-1000XM3 wireless headphones have been reduced to their lowest price yet
Already low in price, use the eBay 10% off discount code on the Sony WH-1000XM3 noise cancellation wireless headphones and buy for their cheapest price yet.
Smartly Avoid General Electric Stock Dividend for Capital Appreciation
Reassuring news that General Electric was keeping its dividend should move GE stock higher. But, profit-taking is likely to occur first.
'EV charging biz to grow at 50 by 2022 in India'
Power and energy management firm Delta Electronics expects its electric vehicle charging business in India to grow around 50 per cent per annum in the next three years with more car makers bringing their EVs into the country, according to a senior company official. The company, which has
Lord & Taylor returning to New York with pop-up store
Lord & Taylor is reopening in New York less than a year after shuttering its flagship department store. But the new store will only be open for a limited time.
Saudi Arabia Backs Investment in Wireless Sensors to Forecast Floods, Weather Conditions, Natural Disasters
Two Saudi investment funds have revealed financing a promising wireless environmental sensor project. This step comes in line with the Kingdom’s attempt to support and bolster technical innovations and exerted efforts by private financing entities to
Starling Bank Adds First Legal Services Partner to Business Marketplace
UK-based digital banking platform Starling Bank announced on Monday it has added its first legal services partner, Sparqa Legal, to its business marketplace. Ac
SPONSORED: Unprecedented reduction in member commission rates at ANM
Aberdeen & Northern Marts (ANM) has announced a transformational change to livestock commission rates bringing significant reductions for customers who are shareholders in its co-operative business.
Pace of housing starts edges up in November on strength in B.C., Alberta
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. says the annual pace of housing starts edged higher last month compared with October, although there were declines in five provinces.
Dash air fryers are down to their lowest prices of 2019, today only
It turns out Green Monday 2019 has brought with it some of the best deals we’ve seen in a long time, and this particular sale is one that you should definitely take advantage of. The hot new …
'Recent spike in retail inflation mainly on costlier food, government taking steps to moderate prices'
India Business News: The recent spike in retail inflation is mainly due to high food prices and the government is taking steps to moderate the volatility in prices, minist
World's first skincare brand using artificial intelligence arrives in Ireland
Specific ingredients are selected to offer products optimally designed for the skin
Imported onions reach Dindigul market
Farmers begin cultivation of shallots
Tariff hikes can double telcos operating profit in FY21: Report
India Business News: The steep tariff hikes, effected earlier this month by the battered telcos which held prices at rock bottom levels for nearly five years, can help mor
Mexico may accept US steel trade rule, rejects aluminum
Mexico may accept U.S. requests for greater regional content on steel, as long as there is a five-year phase-in period.
Paul Volcker, former Federal Reserve chairman, dies at 92
The economic statesman's greatest historical mark: shocking the US economy out of a cycle of inflation and setting the stage for a generation of prosperity.
Irish pig prices remain stagnant at below €2/kg mark
It has been outlined that there has been no rise given in quotes from Irish pig factories for a fourth week in succession.
These 10 Baby Names Have Proved to Be the Most Popular of 2019 So Far
The year 2019 is nearly over, and enough babies have been born around the US for us to get an idea of the year's most popular baby names so far (before the
St Andrews luxury hotel and golf course sold to Hong Kong investors
Fairmont St Andrews, one of Scotland’s most prestigious hotels, has been sold to a new Hong Kong property company targeting global investments in the golf and hospitality industries.
Cult Beauty has 20% off all Drunk Elephant skincare - but the discount ends soon
Thanks to the latest discount from Cult Beauty, skincare fans can currently save20% on all Drunk Elephant products - but not for long
'Devastating' fire at Alberta dealership leaves 35 employees out of work
Fire destroyed the Edson Chrysler Dodge Jeep dealership early Monday morning, leaving dozens of employees out of work.
Sumanahalli flyover: Report points to major distress in bearing support, expansion joints
Distress treatment, repairs to cost the BBMP around ₹40 lakh
The US raked in a record $7.2 billion in tariffs in October, new data shows
While the White House has asserted that foreign exporters pay tariffs, there's evidence those costs largely fall on domestic business and consumers.
Shopify Stock Will Continue to Amaze Investors in 2020
Shopify stock, which is up 165% this year, still has more upside opportunities like the one from last week. The triggers are close.
U.S.-Taliban talks resume, raising prospect of an end to America's longest war
A Western official told NBC News that Washington had "ambitious timelines" for the talks and was pushing to secure a deal by the end of December.
Tonto Dikeh shares wish to be with child, says 'it's time to get pregnant'
Popular Nigerian actress Tonto Dikeh has taken to social media to talk about her desire to have a child again. The actress shared her desire to have a child on a post on her Instagram page.
Megan Hazel has struck a balance with Regina goldsmithing business
“I feel like with the custom work and the connections with people … this is feels like what (I’m) really meant to do,” said Megan Hazel.
Clarks announces loss of 170 jobs just weeks before Christmas
A spokeswoman confirmed 170 staff members will be made redundant and 80 of these workers are based at its Somerset headquarters in Street
Tariff hikes likely to double telcos operating profit in FY21: Report
The Supreme Court order on the AGR puts a burden of Rs 1.47 lakh crore on the industry that has been bleeding for years and sitting on a debt pile of close to Rs 4 lakh crore
US continues to block appointment to key WTO body
Washington spurns the draft General Council decision presented by facilitator
Fed Study: Electronic Devices Used In 24 Pct. Of Consumer Payments
Among the findings of the 2018 Diary of Consumer Payment Choice, produced through several of the U.S. Federal Reserve Banks, electronic payments are on the rise.
NAB chairman urges ministers to avoid making predictions about investigations
Javed Iqbal urges parliament to play its due role in eliminating corruption.
World's 'largest collection' of rare whiskies on sale
Lovers of very expensive whisky will get the chance to bid on nearly 4,000 rare bottles acquired by a late U.S. soft drink bottling company executive.
Bank of Baroda to sell up to 1.04 crore UTI AMC shares in IPO
Last week, the country's largest lender State Bank of India (SBI) had approved diluting up to 8.25 per cent stake in UTI AMC.
Construction of roads in Ugbowo to commence soon, Obaseki assures
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has reaffirmed his support for the new Vice-Chancellor of the University of Benin...
DocuSign: Time To Lock In Profits
Shares of DocuSign soared nearly 10% after reporting Q3 results, extending a recent win streak ever since the company warned of sales execution issues in Q1.Revenue growth of 35% y/y beat Wall Street'
Eskom’s crisis escalates: Stage 6 load shedding will strike South Africa tonight
Eskom on Monday evening took the unprecedented step of implementing Stage 6 load shedding. The power utility blamed a "technical" problem at Medupi.
Delhi BJP sets up panel to probe Anaj Mandi fire, exchange barbs with AAP
Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday announced Rs 10 lakh for the deceased and Rs 1 lakh for the injured in the incident.
Tariff hikes to double telcos' Ebitda: Crisil
In the last few weeks, Airtel, Vodafone and Jio have increased their tariff- a first since 2016.
Pixel 4 and 4 XL are up to $150 off across retailers, Amazon throws in $100 Google Wifi for free
In case you missed the recently concluded Black Friday and Cyber Monday extravaganza, this is your chance to grab a pretty sweet deal on Google’s
A new North American trade deal looks like it's close
Impeachment hearings don't look like they're getting in the way of Congress hammering out a new trade deal for North America. Richard Trumka, the president of the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations, said Monday that there's a deal in place. He added that he'll meet with his executive committee in the afternoon to discuss it, but he hinted that he feels optimistic about it. "We have pushed them hard and have done quite well," he said. The AFL-CIO is a key player in the negotiations, since it's the largest federation of unions in the U.S. The organization opposes the existing North American Free Trade agreement between the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, which it blames for the decline in manufacturing jobs with good wages, so its support likely means the potential agreement includes stronger labor protections than NAFTA or the replacement agreement signed by President Trump in 2018. Republicans in both chambers are expected to support the new deal overwhelmingly, and the AFL-CIO stamp…
Just Eat takeover battle hots up with fresh $6.5bn Prosus bid
Offer is about 5% ahead of all-share bid from favoured suitor Takeaway
A real looker with an executive feel
In a packed field of stylish competitors, to stand out from the crowd takes a bit of doing.
Rondo Food to close Co Wicklow plant with loss of 135 jobs
Pet food maker plans to move facility to Germany early next year
Govt limits stock holding for onion retailers to 2 tonnes to curb hoarding
Retail onion prices have risen in the past two months due to short supply owing to fall in production of kharif (summer) crop after heavy rains.
French strike chaos deepens in crucial week for Macron
France's transport chaos deepened amid an ongoing nationwide strike and mass protests over pension reforms, ramping up tensions at the start of a crucial...
The tough task of drawing up a structure and norms for a social stock exchange
Social enterprises may have to balance between improving the lives of people and earning returns
HSBC Holdings shuffles executive ranks ahead of restructuring
Interim CEO plans to close some parts of the sprawling bank’s business and sell others
Hero MotoCorp to hike prices by up to ₹2,000 from January
Two-wheeler market leader Hero MotoCorp on Monday said that it will increase prices of its motorcycles and scooters by up to ₹2,000 from January.The price hike will be across range of two-wheelers and
Manipur declares holiday on December 10 to celebrate inclusion in ILP system
Speaking on the Citizenship Amendment Bill, Union Home minister Amit Shah announced in Parliament Monday that Manipur would be brought under the purview of the Inner Line Permit system.
In a spot of trouble! Nerve-racking moment photographer finds himself face to face with a hissing leopard cub after it comes to take a closer look
Game ranger Dillon Nelson was filming mother and daughter leopards in Sabi Sands nature reserve, South Africa, when the cub spotted his boot and approached to investigate.
Pace of housing starts edges up in November on strength in B.C., Alberta
OTTAWA — Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. says the annual pace of housing starts edged higher last month compared with October, although there were declines in five provinces.
DCW Chief Swati Maliwal Urges Smriti Irani to Disburse ‘Nirbhaya’ Fund to States
The Union Home Ministry on December 5 sanctioned Rs 100 crores from 'Nirbhaya' Fund for setting up women help desks at police stations across the country.
A real looker with an executive feel
In a packed field of stylish competitors, to stand out from the crowd takes a bit of doing.
Pace of housing starts edges up on strength in B.C., Alberta
The national housing agency says the seasonally adjusted annual rate for November was 201,318 units, up 0.3 per cent from 200,674 units.
PMI: Nigeria’s manufacturing sector gains momentum in November
Nigeria’s manufacturing sector has continued to gain momentum as it rallied to build on the growth recorded in the third quarter of 2019.
Ondo sacks 51 ghost workers in its workforce ― HoS
Fifty-one ghost workers have been discovered by the Ondo state government during the last verification exercise carried out to ascertain the workforce.
‘Terminator’-Inspired NES Game “Journey to Silius” Being Added to Switch Online!
After a few months hiatus, Switch Online is being updated this Thursday, December 12th with six classic Nintendo and Super NES games. However, the highlight is Journey to Silius, in which you play Jay, who is on a run and gun mission to take down the mechanical army responsible for his father’s death. In the […]
Tentative deal on trade pact
House Democrats have reached a tentative agreement with labour leaders and the White House over a rewrite of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade deal that has been a top priority for President Donald Trump.
Xerox expects revenue growth of up to $1.5 billion with HP takeover
(Reuters) - Xerox Holdings Corp (XRX.N) expects its proposed acquisition of personal computer company HP Inc (HPQ.N) to result in sales growth of as much as $1.5 billion for the combined company, according to a presentation by the printer maker.
'It's all down to sheer laziness' - Your opinions on parking chaos outside Stanley School in Blackpool
Blackpool Council has drafted in civil enforcement officers to patrol outside Stanley Primary School on Wordsworth Avenue, Marton due to ‘illegal and inconsiderate’ parking at school drop-off and pick-up times.
China aims to replace up to 30 million pieces of foreign tech in government offices with Chinese tech by 2022
The move by Beijing is to increase China's use of domestically made tech, and could affect companies like Dell, HP, and Microsoft.
Onion retail trader stock limits cut to 2 tonnes
The Centre on Monday further cut onion stock holding limits imposed on retail traders to 2 tonnes from the recently-revised 5 tonnes as it suspected widespread hoarding by the traders, an official sta
Edinburgh-based Cyan Forensics, the crime-busting startup, raises €1.5 million to target new markets
Cyan Forensics, the Edinburgh-based startup whose technology helps police investigators to find evidence faster, has secured a further €1.5 million from a consortium of investors.
Toyota to invest PhP 4.5 billion to build new Luzon import hub
Toyota does import over 100,000 CBU vehicles a year
US labor board will investigate Google's recent firings
US labor relations board will determine if Google violated federal labor laws and discouraged union organizing.
Avoid These Shopping Dates This Christmas
The Commonwealth Bank Christmas Consumer Spending Study has compiled transaction data from previous Decembers to show the quietest and busiest shopping periods over the month. If you still haven't done your Christmas shopping, this graph can help you to avoid the Christmas rush. (And if you work in retail, use it to...
CHUWI UBook will be more cost-effective than Surface Go - Gizchina.com
In early 2019, CHUWI launched a 2-in-1 tablet UBook through Kickstarter campaign, but now they are relaunching it with upgraded specs.
BigTech Cryptocurrencies Pose Risk to Global Financial Stability: FSB
The Financial Stability Board (FSB) says government and regulators should closely monitor the emerging trend of BigTech companies entering the crypto
$0.07 Earnings Per Share Expected for Alamos Gold Inc (NYSE:AGI) This Quarter
Brokerages expect Alamos Gold Inc (NYSE:AGI) (TSE:AGI) to report earnings per share (EPS) of $0.07 for the current fiscal quarter, Zacks reports. Zero analysts have provided estimates for Alamos Gold’s earnings. Alamos Gold posted earnings per share of $0.01 during the same quarter last year, which suggests a positive year over year growth rate of […]
Former Federal Reserve Chief Paul Volcker dead at 92
Paul Volcker, the towering former Federal Reserve chairman who tamed US inflation in the 1980s and decades later inspired tough Wall Street reforms in the wake of the global financial crisis, died on Monday at the age of 92, according to the New York Times, which quoted his daughter.
Apple’s Safari privacy features are driving down prices for advertisers at the cost of accuracy
In the two years since Apple released Safari’s Intelligent Tracking Prevention feature that keeps websites from tracking users around the web, it looks to have almost totally eliminated the ability for advertisers to market to specific demographics. A new report from The Information dives into how Apple’s offensive against ads has made things more difficult for […]
Ex-Fed Chair Volcker dies, tamed inflation with recession
Paul Volcker, who as Federal Reserve chairman in the early 1980s elevated interest rates to historic highs and triggered a recession as the price of quashing double-digit inflation, has died, according to his office. He was 92.
Fed to reiterate its comfort with policy as it is, with little change in the projections – ABN AMRO
Previewing this week's Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, "the Fed is widely expected to keep policy rates on hold at the conclusion of the
Saudi eliminates gender-segregated entrances for eateries
Restaurants and cafes in Saudi Arabia are no longer required to have gender-segregated entrances, officials said, in a further easing of social ...
‘Gamified learning’: Game-based pilot for young farmers launched
A gaming pilot programme to raise co-operative awareness among young farmers through "gamified learning" resources .
Tullow’s timely lesson for bets on battered energy stocks
The search for unfairly undervalued energy investments is peppered with difficulties
LIC flying in supplies for flood-hit farmers
The critical spring mating period is underway on most of the country’s dairy farms, but heavy rain, slips and floodwaters have closed key roads in the South Island, making it difficult to reach a number of flood-hit farms and get the cows in-calf.
A truckload giant just filed for bankruptcy, and it leaves nearly 3,000 truck drivers jobless, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Celadon declared bankruptcy on Dec. 9, and that collapse is worrying truck drivers that they may be stranded.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
FG planning to charge Sowore with terrorism, says Falana
Femi Falana, human rights lawyer, says the federal government is planning to charge Omoyele Sowore, convener of the #RevolutionNow movement, with terrorism.
Citizenship Bill: Asaduddin Owaisi tears up copy in Lok Sabha, says it will cause another Partition
The AIMIM chief said that the proposed legislation is ‘worse than Hitler’s laws’, and aimed at making Muslims stateless.
Oil slips as weak China exports highlight trade war impact
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Oil prices fell on Monday after data showed Chinese exports declined for a fourth straight month, sending jitters through a market already concerned about damage to global demand by the trade war between Washington and Beijing.
Equip SHS with Smart Boards to enhance efficiency - Government urged
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Phone service providers expected to adopt new caller ID verification program
Some of Canada's telephone providers are being called on by the country's telecom regulator to add to their arsenals in the battle against phone scammers.
Italy proposes new plan to rescue ArcelorMittal plant; 8,000 jobs at stake
Italy considers the steel mill a strategic industrial site and faces pressure from unions, which are trying to protect the 8,000 jobs at risk
Pub chain offering everyone free pints for taking part in the General Election
On Friday, December 13, the nation will wake up to a new Government, and now is your chance to have your say - but why not pick up a free beer while you're at it?
Desirable Branding Distinguishes Aphria Stock
Though production capacity is always important, Aphria stock has made progress due to its underlying premium brands.
Amazon is opening an office in NYC's Hudson Yards. Here's a look inside the $25 billion development that that was financed with money meant for 'distressed' urban areas., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Hudson Yards, the $25 billion NYC neighborhood that will be home to a new Amazon office, was financed with money meant for "distressed urban areas.". Read more at businessinsider.sg
Just Eat takeover battle hots up with fresh $6.5 billion Prosus bid
AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - Prosus (PRX.AS) raised its unsolicited cash offer for British food delivery service Just Eat (JE.L) to $6.5 billion on Monday, ratcheting up the pressure on rival bidder Takeaway (TKWY.AS) in their bitter takeover battle.
Galaxy S10 Lite and Galaxy Note 10 Lite: here are the prices
Galaxy S10 Lite and Galaxy Note 10 Lite: here are the prices, an online retailer based in Slovakia, has mistakenly put online the prices.
Serena Williams' smashed racket from US Open sells for $20,910
Serena Williams' smashed racket from her infamous US Open final defeat by Naomi Osaka has been sold for $20,910 at a New Jersey auction.
Investors Should Buy Amazon Stock While It Keeps Treading Water
Worries about Amazon's declining AWS growth and rising content spending appear to be overblown. Amazon stock has got plenty of life in it.
Kraken Adds GBP Support for U.K.; What This Means for Crypto Market
Crypto asset exchange Kraken has added two new options for GBP deposits and withdrawals in attempts to speed up the exchange of funds for users. Related
Govt further caps stock limit on onion retailers to 2 tons to check hoarding
As per the ministry's data, maximum retail prices are ruling at Rs 165 per kg on Monday, while modal price was at Rs 100 per kg. In most cities, onions are quoted over Rs 100 per kg in retail markets, pinching hard on consumers' pocket.
Dengue fever claims another life in Karachi
KARACHI: Dengue fever has claimed another life in Karachi city in a private hospital during the last 24 hours, taking the death toll from this mosquito-borne disease to 46 since January 01, 2019.
Group moves to create market window for rice farmers
The Nigeria Farmers Group and Cooperative Society (NFGCS), has moved to create a larger market window for farmers by aggregating rice paddy across
Russian diplomat meets with Syrian-Kurdish opposition member
Russian Special Presidential Representative for the Middle East and Africa and Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov met with a delegation of the Syrian Opposition’s Kurdish National Council consisting of member of the Syrian Constitutional Committee Kamiran Hajo, as well as Ibrahim Barro and Ismail Hassaf, the Russian Foreign Ministry said in a statement. “The situation unfolding in Syria with an emphasis on the scenario in the northeastern districts of the country and progress on implementing the Russian-Turkish memorandum on mutual understanding adopted in Sochi on October 22 was discussed in detail during the conversation,” the ministry noted. “The sides discussed their positions on further promoting the political settlement process in Syria based on Resolution 2254 of the UN Security Council, including the results of the two sessions of the Syrian Constitutional Committee held in Geneva. That said, the need to regard the interests of all the ethno-confessional groups of the Syrian population was highlighted.”…
Analysts Set CarMax, Inc (NYSE:KMX) PT at $97.58
Shares of CarMax, Inc (NYSE:KMX) have received an average rating of “Buy” from the fifteen analysts that are currently covering the firm, Marketbeat reports. Four analysts have rated the stock with a hold recommendation and ten have assigned a buy recommendation to the company. The average 12 month price objective among brokers that have issued […]
Amazon offering $30 gift card with purchase of new Switch, besting Black Friday deal
Good things come to those who wait
More than 150 jobs lost as Rondo Food closes Arklow plant
More than 150 jobs are to go in Co. Wicklow with the closure of a dog food manufacturer.
Cabot Oil & Gas Co. (NYSE:COG) Receives Consensus Rating of “Buy” from Analysts
Cabot Oil & Gas Co. (NYSE:COG) has been assigned a consensus recommendation of “Buy” from the seventeen ratings firms that are covering the firm, MarketBeat.com reports. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, six have issued a hold rating and nine have assigned a buy rating to the company. The […]
Watchdog report: FBI’s Russia probe justified, no bias found
A watchdog report on the Russia probe finds no evidence of political bias, despite performance failures, according to a summary obtained by The Associated Press.
Insider Selling: Parex Resources Inc (TSE:PXT) Director Sells 90,000 Shares of Stock
Parex Resources Inc (TSE:PXT) Director Curtis Darrell Bartlett sold 90,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Friday, December 6th. The stock was sold at an average price of C$20.05, for a total transaction of C$1,804,500.00. Following the completion of the sale, the director now owns 10,000 shares of the company’s stock, valued […]
UK visitors to GCC to increase 22% by 2024, reports ATM
2.8 million UK residents will travel to the GCC in 2024, an additional 500,000 travellers when compared with 2018
Amazon says Trump's obsession with screwing over Jeff Bezos is reason company lost $10 billion Pentagon contract, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Amazon recently lost out to Microsoft on a $10 billion contract, called JEDI, to help the Department of Defense move its sensitive data to the cloud.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
APICORP outlines key recommendations for sustainable growth in Mena
Access to private sector financing and increased energy efficiency amongst key recommendations for sustainable growth of MENA energy sector
Royke Tumilaar appointed Bank Mandiri president director
State-owned lender Bank Mandiri’s shareholders have officially appointed Royke Tumilaar to be the bank’s new president director.
WhatsApp for Android already includes call waiting - Gizchina.com
WhatsApp for Android already includes call waiting in its own way with the latest version for Android (v2.19.352) that include calls on hold.
Amazon is opening an office in NYC’s Hudson Yards. Here’s a look inside the $25 billion development that that was financed with money meant for ‘distressed’ urban areas.
Hudson Yards, New York City’s new $25 billion megadevelopment, is now the city’s most expensive neighborhood, with a median sales price of nearly $5 million.
Why Making ‘Birds of Prey’ R-Rated Was “Liberating,” According to Margot Robbie
The Birds of Prey rating is R and star Margot Robbie, who returns as Harley Quinn, couldn't be happier with that level of freedom.
Eastern US in crosshairs for another major storm
A stormy weather pattern has evolved in the eastern United States during the second week of December, and forecasters say it's likely to culminate in a significant weather system later this week.Despite a blast of Arctic air and an episode of wintry precipitation at midweek, temperatures are forecast
Why Europe will side with the US over China for 5G
America’s allies are belatedly heeding its warnings about the Chinese technology threat
Edible oil gets costlier due to kharif crop damage, global price rise
Floods in key producing regions resulted in major damage to standing kharif soybean crop
Large Gathering Of Huntsman Spiders Discovered Snuggled In Pygmy Possum Nest Boxes
Not many people would be able to control themselves if they were expecting to open a box full of small fluffy critters and instead found a gathering of lar
Baffert will 'back off' High Velocity; return in San Vicente possible
Horse Racing news: Baffert will 'back off' High Velocity; return in San Vicente possible.
How to change your screen resolution in Windows 10 to customize your display, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - You can easily change your screen resolution in Windows 10 at any time via the Display Settings menu.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Towering wind turbine planned for new South Ayrshire school
Plans for it to be a zero carbon campus
Deal: Save up to $300 on Bose Headphones, Speakers, and Home Audio
Bose always makes high quality premium audio products and it is hard to find huge discounts on them. Amazon US today has a sale on Bose products and you can save up to $300 on Bose Headphones, Speakers, and Home Audio. This sale includes new Bose products like Bose Noise Cancelling Wireless Bluetooth Headphones 700, …
Whopping 550-home development in Plymouth is getting underway
The site clearance follows the removal of the industrial buildings which was given permission in March
Renaissance Services restructures its share capital
The Board of Directors of Renaissance Services invited all shareholders to attend an Extraordinary General Meeting
QLDC to consider new governance process for QAC SOI
To shift the contentious QLD Airport focus to critical work which will need to take place over the next three months the Council is seeking to adopt an entirely new process around influencing the Queenstown Airport Corporation (QAC) Statement of Intent (SOI) outcomes.
FG launches digital platform to publish daily financial transactions of agencies, ministries
PRESIDENT Muhammadu Buhari has launched the Open Treasury Portal to promote transparency and track spending in the public sector.
Jumia Technologies to suspend Jumia Foods delivery service in Rwanda
NAIROBI (Reuters) - Online retailer Jumia Technologies said on Monday it would suspend food and drinks delivery service Jumia Foods in Rwanda effective Dec. 9.
Tennant (NYSE:TNC) SVP Sells $40,004.36 in Stock
Tennant (NYSE:TNC) SVP David W. Huml sold 506 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, December 4th. The shares were sold at an average price of $79.06, for a total value of $40,004.36. Following the completion of the transaction, the senior vice president now directly owns 12,879 shares in the […]
Bad news for Trump — 60% of Americans say the surging stock market doesn’t affect them
Most Americans don’t seem to care that much about the stock market’s performance.
Mexico rejects US trade deal proposals on steel, aluminum
Mexico's foreign minister said Sunday the country would not accept a US proposal for steel and aluminum production under the new trade deal, saying it would leave Mexico at a disadvantage.
Bad news for Trump — 60% of Americans say the surging stock market doesn't affect them
Most Americans don’t seem to care that much about the stock market’s performance.
Peter Kay 'in talks with the BBC' following break from showbiz
Car Share co-star Sian Gibson has previously teased sitcom could return
This Dividend-Paying Chip Stock Could Switch Up a Gear in 2020
Secular end-market growth should be a catalyst for chipmaker Analog Devices in the new year.
The physics-based firm that helped spawn the IVF revolution
How Research Instruments went from micro-manipulators to IVF and is now backing a brand-new physics-innovation prize, as James McKenzie explains
The US has become one of the lowest-taxed countries in the world. Here are the 6 other nations with the smallest tax burdens.
The US tax burden slid to among the lowest for major global economies in 2018. It now sits above just Ireland, Chile, and Mexico, according ...
Android 10 stable update for the Galaxy Note 10 is coming soon
Android 10 stable update for the Galaxy Note 10 is coming soon, The community manager at Samsung’s official forum in South Korea has confirmed it.
Healthcare management transferred to sub-national level
The government on Monday issued a sub-decree to delegate the management of healthcare provision to sub-national administrations, which will be effective as of January next year.
Boris Johnson pockets journalist's phone instead of looking at photo of child sleeping on hospital floor
Johnson then took the phone and said it is a “a terrible, terrible photo”.
EFCC receives 580 petitions, convicts 27 - Premium Times Nigeria
The Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC), Kaduna Zonal Office, has received over 580 petitions and convicted 27 from January to date.
GOG's Galaxy 2.0 launcher is now, at long last, in open beta
After a few months spent in closed beta, GOG's upcoming Galaxy 2.0 launcher hub has at long last reached its open beta phase. It brings all your games, friends, and stats together in one application.
government bonds launches interest rate options on 10-year government bonds
As per the statement, interest rate options are based on the underlying government 10-year bonds -- the 7.26% 2029 bond and the 6.45% 2029 bond
Rise in crime due to economic crisis in Tripura: CPI (M)
Taking potshots at Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb, who said in September this year that crimes against women have ‘drastically’ come down, the CPI (M) leader said National Crime Record Bureau (NCRB) has put Tripura among the top states in India in terms of rapes and murders.
India ranks 129 in UN's human development index
India climbed one spot to 129 among 189 countries in the 2019 human development index, according to a report released by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) on Monday.
Marijuana testing data points to lab shopping in Nevada
When it comes to marijuana testing labs in Nevada, results may vary — wildly — according to an analysis of state data conducted by a Washington-based scientist.
Freeland heads to Mexico in effort to finalize new NAFTA revisions
Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland is to meet American and Mexican officials in Mexico City on Tuesday amid reports a deal to revise the new North American free-trade agreement is close to completion.
Anti-Corruption War: FG unveils financial transparency policy/open treasury portal
The Federal government on Monday launched a Financial Transparency Web Portal to enhance accountability and transparency i
China hopes for US trade deal 'as soon as possible'
China and the United States are negotiating a so-called "phase one" deal aimed at de-escalating their prolonged trade dispute.
Saudi Arabia favours stronger ties with India
‘Energy cooperation key to the strategic partnership between the two countries’
Shop workers tied up during terrifying armed robbery in Preston
Detectives are investigating following a robbery in Broughton on Sunday night.
Power sector privatisation, grand scheme to defraud Nigeria ― Lawan
The Nigerian Senate President, Ahmad Lawan stated that the privatization of the power sector was a grand scheme conceived with intention to defraud Nigeria.
Serie A outfit contact Wolves and Everton over January transfers - reports
The young star has made just three Premier League starts, with eight appearances off the bench - and has scored twice
Wonder Woman 1984 brings one of comics’ most iconic, least plausible looks to life
You’ll believe an Amazon can fly
Iran ready for more prisoner swaps with US, not negotiations
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran is ready for more prisoner swaps with the United States, the Cabinet spokesman said Monday even as he reiterated the Iranian leadership's stance that there will be no other negotiations between Tehran and Washington.The remarks by the spokesman, Ali Rabiei, were the first after a prisoner exchange over the weekend saw Iran free a Chinese-American scholar from Princeton who had been held for three years on widely criticized espionage charges.The scholar, graduate student Xiyue Wang, was freed in exchange for Iranian scientist Massoud Soleimani who had faced a federal trial in Georgia over charges he violated sanctions by trying to have biological material brought to Iran.
Kano Gov, elders trade words over creation of new Emirates
The creation of four new Emirates of Rano, Karaye, Bichi and Gaya from the former Kano Emirate has led to an exchange of words between Governor...
Insider Selling: Five9 Inc (NASDAQ:FIVN) CMO Sells 3,007 Shares of Stock
Five9 Inc (NASDAQ:FIVN) CMO Ryan Kam sold 3,007 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, December 4th. The shares were sold at an average price of $67.33, for a total transaction of $202,461.31. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available through the SEC […]
SPDR MFS Systematic Core Equity ETF (NYSEARCA:SYE) Stock Price Up 0%
SPDR MFS Systematic Core Equity ETF (NYSEARCA:SYE) shares rose 0% on Monday . The stock traded as high as $88.11 and last traded at $88.11, approximately 16 shares traded hands during trading. A decline of 100% from the average daily volume of 4,722 shares. The stock had previously closed at $88.09. The firm’s 50 day […]
Fines levied by the FCA rocket more than 500 per cent
The value of fines issued by City watchdog the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) this year has soared to £391.8m. Research [...]
Fake Xiaomi accessories worth over $18,000 confiscated in Indian market - Gizmochina
When you are in the business of manufacturing, one problem you have to deal with is counterfeit products. They not only hurt your sales and spoil your brand name but these products can also cause harm to the user. It has been reported that Xiaomi went on a raid with the police to an Indian …
Study points to Aussie tooth decay issues
A new study has revealed high rates of untreated tooth decay among Australian adults.
Ex-Fed Chair Volcker dies, tamed inflation with recession
Paul Volcker, who as Federal Reserve chairman in the early 1980s elevated interest rates to historic highs and triggered a recession as the price of quashing double-digit inflation, has died, according to his office.He was 92.Volcker took charge of the Fed in August 1979, when the U.S. economy was in the grip of runaway inflation. Consumer prices skyrocketed 13% in 1979 and then by the same pace again in 1980.Working relentlessly to bring prices under control, Volcker raised the Fed’s benchmark interest rate from 11% to a record 20% by late 1980 to try to slow the economy’s growth and thereby shrink inflation.Those high interest rates made it so expensive for people and companies to borrow that the economy
Letter to BS: NEFT system a step closer to achieving financial inclusion
The facility to transfer money through NEFT transaction on a round-the-clock basis will benefit many customers
RIP Four-speed Ultradrive, Soon to Be Dead at 32
The Pentastar-stamped unit — seemingly older than Kirk Douglas' dad — meets its maker after a lengthy career managing power in a dizzying array of models.
iPath Series B Bloomberg Cotton Subindex Total Return ETN (NYSEARCA:BAL) Stock Price Down 1%
iPath Series B Bloomberg Cotton Subindex Total Return ETN (NYSEARCA:BAL) was down 1% during mid-day trading on Monday . The company traded as low as $38.71 and last traded at $38.71, approximately 130 shares changed hands during mid-day trading. A decline of 97% from the average daily volume of 4,426 shares. The stock had previously […]
France's EDF to accelerate growth in renewable projects
PARIS (Reuters) - State-controlled utility EDF is targeting around 30% of the French solar power market by 2035 and aims to develop around 1 gigawatt (GW) of solar capacity per year from next year, the head of the company’s renewables business said on Monday.
Sensex rises 42 points; bank, auto stocks shine
Market benchmark BSE Sensex rose over 42 points on Monday to close at 40,487.43, driven by buying in select bank and auto counters.
Status symbols for a new decade! Tatler reveals the all-new badges of honour that prove you're upper class - including owning several passports and a £1,425 BBQ loved by Meghan Markle
Some people just can't help wanting to keep up with the Joneses, and if you're eager to take stock of your social standing, Tatler has produced a list of the new must-have status symbols.
Facebook’s business strategy for the future: Conversational commerce
Facebook explains how they plan to develop commerce across their family of apps, with a focus on helping businesses grow, scale, and compete.
Solange Knowles to Be Awarded Inaugural Lena Horne Prize for Artists Creating Social Impact
On Friday, Feb. 28, 2020, Solange Knowles will be the very first recipient of the Lena Horne Prize for Artists Creating Social Impact when it's given to
Tata Motors to add another 100 sales outlets for PVs
Auto major Tata Motors plans to add 100 sales outlets for passenger vehicles by the end of the current fiscal as it aims to enhance its reach in the country, a senior company official said.
HP Green Monday sale knocks an incredible $1,000 off the HP Elite Dragonfly laptop
HP is continuing to bring amazing deals for Green Monday, with its excellent HP Elite Dragonfly laptop getting a huge $1,000 price cut.
Executives at state-run companies oppose privatisation of BPCL
Thousands of workers have already protested the privatisation of BPCL, fearing job losses, as India plans to invite international energy firms to participate in the privatisations
Brokerages Set Great Portland Estates PLC (LON:GPOR) Price Target at GBX 724.09
Great Portland Estates PLC (LON:GPOR) has been given a consensus recommendation of “Hold” by the fifteen brokerages that are currently covering the firm, Marketbeat Ratings reports. Five equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, six have issued a hold rating and four have issued a buy rating on the company. The […]
Go-Ahead Group plc (LON:GOG) Receives Average Rating of “Hold” from Analysts
Go-Ahead Group plc (LON:GOG) has earned an average recommendation of “Hold” from the seven ratings firms that are presently covering the stock, MarketBeat Ratings reports. One research analyst has rated the stock with a sell recommendation, three have assigned a hold recommendation and three have issued a buy recommendation on the company. The average 1 […]
How to watch It's A Wonderful Life for free
Christmas can be a sad, lonely time for many people, but life is not always what you think. It's A Wonderful Life is a Christmas movie that gives us a warm, fuzzy feeling inside. Here's how to watch It's A Wonderful Life online or on any device.
Bad news for Trump — 60% of Americans say the surging stock market doesn't affect them, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Only 40% of respondents in the Financial Times poll said that the stock market had gone up this year. The S&P 500 has soared about 26% in 2019.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Fly round-trip Abbotsford to Las Vegas with 4 nights in a hotel for only $178 CAD
While the low-cost carrier offers a plethora of destinations to choose from, its Las Vegas packages offer some of the cheapest deals on the market.
Human remains discovered in Lincoln Parish
The Lincoln Parish Sheriff's Office says human remains have been discovered in the parish.
Countdown to 2020 with Silent Disco at Empress Lawn
It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the endless list of NYE countdown parties, but Silent Disco Asia at the Marina Bay Countdown 2020 might be the perfect one for the discerning party people Expect a madly fun night of genre-bending music, dancing,...
Tesco shares jump on possible sale of Asian business
Share price soars as grocery chain announces review of its Asian operations
Brand new research has ranked the most romantic states for Christmas
Christmas is often regarded as one of the most romantic times of the year, where families come together, and couples get to spend their December exploring festive Christmas markets while drinking mulled wine, snuggled up in thick winter coats. It’s no surprise then that festivity and romance go hand in hand with one usually enhancing the other. In the US Christmas takes on a whole new meaning with each state competing to be the most festive. Houses are decorated with Christmas
Loan defaults mainly due to salary delays, biz downturns, says survey
The survey comes months after official data showed that unemployment is at a four-decade high, the pace of economic growth slipping to a six-year low
Blitzboks in 'Pool of Death' at Cape Town Sevens
The Blitzboks have been drawn in a tough Pool A for this weekend's Cape Town Sevens.
YES Bank likely to reject $1.2 billion offer from Canada’s Braich
The offer from Braich and SPGP made up 60 per cent of the planned capital raising.
Nicholas Fang to moderate ‘In Conversation with President Barack Obama’ on December 16
Nicholas Fang to moderate ‘In Conversation with President Barack Obama’ on December 16
Oil prices stumble on weak China exports hangover
Oil prices fell on Monday after data showing China's overall exports of goods and services shrank for a fourth straight month, sending shivers ...
Singapore to arrest sanctioned Russian ship over unpaid parking debts
Singapore to arrest sanctioned Russian ship over unpaid parking debts
Rare whisky collection expected to sell for £8,000,000 at auction
It includes the most expensive single bottle in the world, a 1926 Fine and Rare Macallan, which sold for £1.5 million.
No citizen will be allowed to turn refugee due to NRC, Citizenship (Amendment) Bill: Mamata
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee said the NRC and Citizenship (Amendment) Bill will not be allowed in Bengal as long as the TMC is in power
At $1.6 trillion a day, EM FX trading outpaces major peers
Currency trading grew at a faster pace in emerging markets than developed nations.
Powercor report advocates for eight-fold increase of ageing wooden pole replacements
Powercor report advocates for eight-fold increase of ageing wooden pole replacements.
Cheyenne Woods pleased with Vipingo stay
VIPINGO RIDGE, Kenya, Dec 9 - Tiger Woods’ niece, Cheyenne Woods -arguably the most popular name among Kenyan fans who followed the Magical Kenya Ladies Get the latest local and international sports updates, football, rugby, athletics, golf, cricket and more
Armed with new data, BMS plans filings for Celgene CAR-T liso-cel
Shortly after closing its takeover of Celgene, Bristol-Myers Squibb has reported a positive trial for liso-cel, one of the
This lowest-ever price on Sennheiser Momentum wireless earphones makes them a perfect Christmas gift
The Sennheiser Momentum Free earphones are back at their Black Friday pricing, until December 22.
At $1.6 trn a day, EM currency trading outpaces peers, rupee deals double
In early 2016, emerging-market currencies began a two-year rally that took MSCI Inc.'s gauge to a record as investors sought higher-yielding assets
Xiaomi Founder Lin Bin had a role in naming Qualcomm's new Processors - Gizmochina
According to a new report, the Co-founder and President of Xiaomi Group, Lin Bin, played a role in naming Qualcomm’s new mobile chipset. Earlier today, the senior executive also reposted Lu Weibing’s (CEO and Co-founder) Weibo post on the Redmi K30, which features Snapdragon 765G SoC, that launches tomorrow (10th December 2019). On the Chinese …
GALLERY: Aston Martin DBX SUV at St Athan factory
As you've probably read by now, Aston Martin has opened its doors to its new factory in St Athan, Wales, and yours truly was there to provide you with
Lower Hutt street cleaners receive the living wage
9 December 2019
SEGA Games' CEO models the new Sonic Puma trainers
Puma has been busy working alongside SEGA to make some hip and stylish Sonic trainers. The end result is fairly impressive given some of the wacky ideas they could have gone with. The Sonic the Hed…
Financial sector clean-up: Government of Ghana waiting on Parliament's approval for GH¢15.6billion bailout
The government of Ghana says it is on course to secure Parliamentary approval for GH¢15.6 billion bailout for the financial sector clean-up.
Pot Noodles urgently recalled by Food Standards Agency alongside Asda and Tesco supermarket products
Do NOT eat these items
Upcoming Galaxy A51 will get quarterly security updates
Even though the Galaxy A51 is yet to go official, Samsung has listed the device in its Android security update bulletin and scheduled it for quarterly security updates. Yes, the Galaxy A51, despite be
Not a single citizen will be allowed to turn a refugee due to NRC, CAB: Mamata
Giving assurances that NRC and CAB will be never allowed in Bengal as long as the TMC is in power, Banerjee said NRC and CAB are both two sides of a coin.
40th GCC summit: The beginning of reconciliation?
Doha, Qatar - As leaders prepare to convene the 40th Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) summit on Wednesday, a possible resolution to the blockade on Qatar that has lasted more than two years will dominate discussions, analysts say.
Big European firms ‘dodging China-US tariffs by shifting supply chains’
European companies are ‘settling in’ to the trade war, Chamber president says
Don’t let unwise December spending result in ‘Januworry’
Legodi cautioned against the services of loan sharks in January
Corrie's Lucy-Jo Hudson says co-parenting with ex Alan Halsall 'can be difficult'
Coronation Street's Lucy-Jo Hudson and Alan Halsall have split, but continue to co parent together, and Lucy says it's not easy
IIT-Madras placements: 184 firms offer 831 jobs
The top recruiters during 2019-20 include Micron Technology India Operations with 31 offers ; Intel (20); Microsoft India (19) and Tata Consultancy Services (16).
Asian stocks pulled higher by Wall Street jobs rally but China caution prevails
Asian stocks edged up on Monday, catching some of Wall Street's momentum after surprisingly strong U.S. jobs data although regional gains were ...
Kano gov, Ganduje appoints Emir Sanusi chairman Council of chief
The Governor of Kano, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has appointed Ganduje Muhammadu Sanusi II, Emir of Kano Emirate, as Chairman Kano State Council of Chiefs.
Kiara Advani: Feel lucky to be a part of Good Newwz
Kiara Advani is excited about her next release, Good Newwz co-starring Akshay Kumar, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Diljit Dosanjh.
European stocks stutter as attention turns to trade deadline, central bank meetings
LONDON, Dec 9 — European stocks fell today as worries about a Chinese economic slowdown and the US-China trade war outweighed Friday’s strong US jobs data, in a quiet start to trading before several big events later in the week. The Federal Reserve meets on Wednesday and new European Central...
These are the African countries with the best 4G internet coverage
Every year, the Global Connectivity Index (GCI) by Huawei ranks 79 nations along an S-curve graph. The S-curve groups countries into three clusters: Starters, Adopters, and Frontrunners based on ICT investment, ICT maturity, and digital economic performance. This year’s GCI research methodology has been expanded to help policymakers understand AI’s growing influence on the global...
PBoC to Test Crypto Yuan with Telecom Firms, Commercial Banks
People’s Bank of China is entering another stage of its tests for a crypto payment system. This will be carried out telecom firms and banks.
Just weeks until WhatsApp will stop working on these phone models
If your model is on the list, which includes iPhone, Android and Nokia devices, you're being urged to change phones if you'd like to keep WhatsApp
Subscription Services Top Santa’s 2020 Gift List
Recurly discusses the newer trend, reflected in Cyber Monday data, among consumers to give the gift of subscription services during the holiday season.
France braces for further travel chaos as pension strike continues
Only a fifth of high-speed trains and cross-country services are expected to run in France on Monday as strikes over President Emmanuel Macron's pension reform continue.
Yuletide Social Assistance Program to be established for barangay execs, workers
In appreciation of their hard work in providing frontline government services, President Duterte has called for the establishment of a “Yuletide Social Assistance Program” for barangay officials and workers this year.
Maruti Suzuki Baleno, Ciaz, Ignis, S-Cross: Offers up to Rs 1.13 lakh in December 2019
Maruti Suzuki India is offering benefits up to Rs 1.13 lakh on Baleno, Ciaz, Ignis and S-Cross.
Virtua Partners and Hotel Equities give Houston hotel a fresh look
HOUSTON - Virtua Partners, the Scottsdale, Arizona-based private equity firm, announced the grand reopening of its now 190-room Springhill Suites by Marriott hotel in Houston. The property, managed by Hotel Equities, a leading hotel management firm, features a newly designed interior with spacious suites. This hotel is one of five properties operated through Virtua Partners’ and Hotel Equities’ strategic partnership. “This project shows how working with the right partner, like Virtua enhances the overall execution,” says Joe Reardon, Hotel Equities Chief
British PM visits Hindu temple, pledges support to Modi's new India mission
Johnson's visit to temple comes ahead of UK's crucial General Election on Thursday where he is seeking re-election.