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Buying a BS4 car
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Benelli Leoncino 250 review, test ride
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Pakistan keen to further enhance its brotherly ties with Oman: President
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: President Dr Arif Alvi has said that Pakistan attaches great importance to its fraternal relations with Oman, and is keen to further enhance these brotherly relations in all spheres. Talking to the Ambassador-designate of Pakistan to Oman K.K. Ahsan Wagan at the Aiwan-e-Sadr in Islamabad on Friday, Dr Arif Alvi however said that the current volume of bilateral trade between Pakistan and Oman does not commensurate to the true potential. The president said that Pakistan has the potential of exporting food items, construction materials, leather and surgical goods to Oman. In this regard, he said that the ambassador-designate should endeavor to promote our economic and commercial interests in Oman and utilize existing institutional mechanisms. President Arif Alvi highlighted that the presence of Pakistani community in Oman is a living bridge between the two Countries. He said that we take pride that the Pakistani community has been making valuable contribution to the development of Oman.
Jazz xlr8 Launches Xperience Hub – A Cutting Edge Usability Testing Facility
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Jazz, Pakistan’s leading digital communications company, has set up a state-of-the-art usability testing lab called ‘Jazz xlr8 Xperience Hub’ (Xperience Hub) at the National Incubation Center (NIC) in Islamabad. The first of its kind facility is a testament to the fact that Jazz always has its 60 million+ customers as its focus. The lab allows for in-depth usability studies and marketing communications testing to enhance the customer experience of products & services. “As digital leaders, we do more than just run a viable business. This lab is proof of Jazz’s customer-first agenda and fulfills our promise of providing ease to our 60 million+ customers,” said Aamir Ibrahim, Chief Executive Officer at Jazz, after inaugurating the Xperience Hub at the NIC. The Xperience Hub will serve as a center of excellence for testing customer-facing digital platforms using global techniques and will also act as a key facility provided to Jazz xlr8 startups under the company’s group-wide “Make Your Mark”…
Uber Pitch 2019 paves way for a National Winner
KARACHI, Pakistan: Uber Pitch 2019, a nationwide competition to enable budding entrepreneurs, has come to a close for the year with the announcement of MimAR as the national winner. The winning startup MimAR was chosen from a large pool of contestants across Pakistan. Five startups came out on top for the in-car finale to pitch their ideas to industry leaders Saad Naveed Pall, GM Uber, Yusuf Hussain, CEO Ignite and Misbah Naqvi, Managing Partner i2i Ventures. The panel of judges met each startup in-car and rated them on their journey. Speaking at the competition’s conclusion, Saad Naveed Pall said, “It has been truly inspiring to see the brilliant startups that came forward in Uber Pitch 2019, just as they do every year. Uber is committed to building a startup culture that not only supports but also empowers digital startups to get on the road to opportunity and move their ideas forward.” The application process began for digital startups from all over Pakistan in August 2019. The launch event was attended by…
Christmas bonus for Carrick-on-Suir Credit Union members
Carrick-on-Suir Credit Union Ltd is reporting a strong 2019. The credit union has provided €5.8 million in loans to the local community over the past year. Membership has grown and it now h...
Biz EOD: GDP growth slows down to 4.5%; RBI may cut repo rate; Fiscal deficit of 3.9% realistic, says Uday Kotak
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GDP growth at 4.5%: No, Indian economy is still not in recession, but these countries are
Q2 GDP: Some of the key economies in the world are in the verge of recession raising fears about the global economic health
Good, bad and ugly of industrial relations code
Rituparna Chakraborty, Co-Founder & Senior Vice-President of TeamLease, cautions that this change in notification mechanism does not necessarily mean lesser administrative hassle or follow through for employers
Q2 GDP: Fiscal deficit of 3.9% realistic, says Uday Kotak
The just released GDP data for the second quarter (July-September) shows that the growth has gone down to 4.5 per cent (the lowest in six years) from 5 per cent in the first quarter (April-June)
RBI may go for another rate cut as GDP slows to more than 6-year low
Analysts expect the MPC slashing interest rates by 25 basis points (bps), along with a marginal cut in gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast for FY20
Despite growth in govt expenditure, GDP slowdown continues
The economic activities which registered growth of over 4.3 per cent in Q2 of 2019/20 over Q2 of 2018/19 are 'Trade, Hotels, Transport, Communication and Services related to Broadcasting' 'Financial, Real Estate and Professional Services' and 'Public Administration, Defence and other services'
Eight core sector industries shrink 5.8% in October
Electricity generation declined by 12.4 per cent in October, 2019 over October, 2018. Its cumulative index increased by 1.5 per cent during April to October, 2019-20 over the corresponding period of previous year
Industrial Relations Code 2019: Balance tilts in favour of industry; makes trade unions jittery
Trade unions have raised several serious objections in the bill: from discretionary power of the executive to raising the threshold for lay-offs to making it virtually impossible to strike legally, restricting outsiders in the unorganised sector and extending fix term employment to the entire industry
Forex kitty continues to move up, closes in $449 billion mark
In the previous week, the reserves had increased by USD 441 million to reach USD 448.249 billion
Fintech start-up Slice aims 1 million users in tier-II cities by next year
Focussing on millennials between 18 to 29 years of age, Slice started out as a virtual card, but switched to physical card by May 2019
How do economists predict GDP figures? These indicators help
GDP Q2: One of the reasons why economists are fairly sure about the outcome of the GDP estimates is that key components of the GDP have not been showing positive trends
GDP growth slows down to 4.5% in Q2, hits more than 6-year low
India's Q2 GDP Growth 2019: DEA Secretary Atanu Chakraborty and CEA KV Subramnaian said that the fundamentals of India economy remain strong and the GDP growth rate is expected to bounce back in the third quarter of this fiscal
Textile parks grow at snail's pace; only 22 out of 59 projects completed so far
Scheme for Integrated Textile Parks (SITP) provides support for creating good textile infrastructure, with the government granting up to 40 per cent of the project cost
Sensex hits 19 fresh highs in November, gains 665 points
The announcement of corporate tax reduction in the last week of September provided the much-needed trigger that lifted the market by around 4 per cent during the month and a little over 7 per cent till date
Adani group shares rally up to 13% as CCI approves Total Group's 37.4% stake buy
Adani Gas share price rallied as much as 12.77 per cent to Rs 168.60 apiece on the BSE after the CCI approved the acquisition of 37.4 per cent shareholding and joint control by Total Group in Adani Gas
Beats Black Friday 2019 deal: Save $50 on the Powerbeats Pro
If you're after a pair of truly wireless headphones that won't fall out of your ears then you'll want to pick up the Beats Powerbeats Pro - currently $50 off for Black Friday and lowest price yet. Best of all,…
Skagen Black Friday deals: Save over $145 on the Falster 2 smartwatch
If you're after a stylish smartwatch, there are few more attractive than Skagen's Falster 2. Lucky then, Skagen has discounted every version by $146, meaning you can grab one for just $149 for Black Friday 2019. With a wide range…
Oculus Cyber Monday 2019 deals: Rift, Quest and Go deals live now
Black Friday has technically come and gone, but lucky for you there are still some great deals for Cyber Monday. In fact, the Oculus Go has just dropped even further in price and can be had for just $119.99. A further saving of $30 over the Black Friday price. But be quick as this Lightning…
China seeks greater LNG cooperation with Qatar: Ambassador
China, the world’s largest LNG consumer, is seeking to expand its LNG cooperation with Qatar, the world’s largest LNG producer, which has just recently announced its plans to further increase its LNG production capacity by 64 percent to 126 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) from the current 77mtpa by 2027.
QFFD grants $4.2m to Jordan Refugee Health Fund
Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) has signed a $4.2m grant agreement with the Government of Jordan to contribute to the financing of Jordan Refugee Health Fund in order to alleviate financial pressures on the Jordanian Ministry of Health budget as a result of the large influx of refugees.
PHOTOS: Black Friday frenzy goes global – and not everyone’s happy
People don’t celebrate Thanksgiving in France, or Denmark, or South Africa – but they do shop on Black Friday. The U.S. sales phenomenon has spread to retailers across the world in recent years with such force that it’s prompting a backlash from some activists, politicians and even consumers. Workers at Amazon in Germany went on strike for better pay on one of the busiest days of the year. Near Paris, climate demonstrators blocked one of the company’s warehouses on Thursday to protest over-production they say is killing the planet. Some French lawmakers want to ban Black Friday altogether. Consumer rights groups in Britain and some other countries say it’s not always clear how real or big the discounts are. Other critics say it hurts small businesses. Angela Charlton And Claire Parker, The Associated Press Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter .
Larry Ellison Picks Storied Lake Tahoe Property for Next Nobu Getaway
Robert De Niro and his hospitality team are joining with the Oracle billionaire to remake Cal Neva, owned in its Rat Pack heyday by Frank Sinatra.
Apple Canada reveals full Black Friday 2019 deals, offers up to $280 in gift cards
Canadians can get gift cards worth up to $280 when they buy eligible products at the Apple Store during Black Friday weekend.
Grab yourself a PS4 and FIFA 20 with this great Sony Xperia 5 contract
Vodafone has unveiled a great deal that will let you bag the Sony Xperia 5 along with a PlayStation 4 and a copy of FIFA 20. Here's the offer...
Bose headphones get 50% PRICE DROP in Amazon Black Friday deal
Bose's SoundSport in-ear headphones are down to just £45 as Amazon continues to ramp up its huge Black Friday 2019 sale – this representing a 50% discount.
Get a whopping £150 off this terrific Garmin Forerunner GPS smartwatch − that’s half price
One of the best smartwatches on the market is currently available for just £150 on Amazon − that’s half of what it would normally cost.
Xbox One S and three games for £99 with this terrific Black Friday offer
eBay is offering one of the finest Xbox One S bundles we’ve seen yet, kicking off the Black Friday bargain celebrations with a massive bang.
Share Market highlights: Sensex ends 336 points down, Nifty near 12,050; Yes Bank, HUL top losers
Share Market News Today | Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: The headline indices Sensex and Nifty receded from record high levels on Friday, tracking weak GDP data outlook.
Rodeo clown's joke about Trudeau being hit by bus was 'inappropriate', says Agribition CEO
“That kind of stuff really doesn’t belong at our rodeo, so he’s making sure that that’s not going to happen again.”
Swedish startup Bokio books €4 million to expand its SMB accountancy software across UK
Bokio, the Swedish startup applying AI to small business bookkeeping, has raised a €4 million round, led by Stockholm-based VC firm, creandum, with support from Svea and Chris Adelsbach. For small businesses, sole traders, and freelancers, Bokio supports a wide range of administrative tasks including invoicing, employee expenses, reporting and VAT returns. The interface is […]
Sage Group acquires London-based CakeHR to strengthen its SaaS offering
CakeHR, the London-based provider of cloud HR solutions, has been acquired by Sage Group, a legacy business software company in the UK that is transitioning to SaaS. Founded in 2012, CakeHR allows companies, particularly small businesses, move key areas of HR management to the cloud. For the 27,000 users around the world, the SaaS suite […]
EXCLUSIVE: Michael Franzese on "The Mafia" Only Existing in Italy, US is "La Cosa Nostra"
Michael Franzese opened up to VladTV about why the mafia only exists in Italy, and he explained that the U.S. has a similar organization called La ...
Best Christmas gifts for babies and toddlers: top present ideas for little ones
Buying Christmas gifts for little ones is one of the most exciting things about the festive period - unless you're buying for a child who already has everything.
The 15 best beauty deals in the Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2019 sales
Black Friday is here, and while you may balk at the the idea of whipping people into a spending frenzy, if you're clever you can make considerable savings on your tried & trusted beauty favourites, as well as bagging a few strategic gifts ahead of the Christmas rush.
Daily Deal: Black Friday Roundup With Additional 60% Off
Check out our sales and specials this Black Friday over at the Techdirt Deals Store. Use the code BFSAVE60 during checkout to receive...
Akpeyi wins Player of the Month award
Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper, Daniel Akpeyi, has been named as the Absa Premiership Player of the Month for September/October. Kaizer Chiefs
Bokio, the Swedish startup simplifying accountancy with AI, raises €4 million round led by Creandum
Bokio, the Swedish based startup which utilises artificial intelligence to simplify bookkeeping for small businesses, sole traders, and freelancers, has raised €4 million.
StudentFinance.com, founded by the team behind Uniplaces, raises €1.15 million to reshape education financing using AI technology
StudentFinance, a Fintech company created by the founders of Uniplaces, has today announced it has closed a €1.15 million seed round of funding led by Seedcamp (investors in Revolut and TransferWise – two of the largest fintechs in Europe) and Mustard Seed Maze.
Moodwork, Parisian startup improving employee wellbeing, raises €2 million to conquer Europe
Moodwork, the French startup improving employee wellbeing, has completed a round of €2 million, led by Newfund, an investment fund specializing in seed. The funding will allow Moodwork to reach companies across the whole of Europe and tackle new sectors.
Liverpool can manage without injured Fabinho, says Jürgen Klopp
Jürgen Klopp says Liverpool can manage without Fabinho but admitted the injured midfielder’s extended absence was a big setback
'Allocate a chill-out zone': how to keep the family peace at Christmas
Lawyers, therapists and hostage negotiators explain how to defuse festive conflicts
The Nightingale review – gut-churning colonial rape-revenge drama
In Jennifer Kent’s follow-up to The Babadook, set in 19th-century Tasmania, an Irishwoman seeks payback after being brutally gang-raped by British troops
Mass consumerism is destroying our planet. This Black Friday, let’s take a stand
With climate catastrophe on the horizon, we should reject this orgy of consumption, says professor of marketing Alan Bradshaw
Support the Guardian – and help us highlight the rise of digital inequality
Automating Poverty, our year-long project about the takeover of welfare systems by algorithms and AI, was funded with reader donations raised last year
'Buy British': Boris Johnson promises more state aid for jobs after Brexit – video
The prime minister has said he will introduce a 'buy British' policy in government procurement after Brexit, taking advantage of the UK no longer having to comply with EU rules
Labour to cut jobs at Newcastle office amid talk of tight finances
Staff say they feel let down after being told their contracts will end after Christmas
Black Friday evolves but still marks start of holiday shopping season
The holiday shopping season kicks off on Friday with traditional Black Friday sales, though many retailers got a jump on the competition by getting started with deep discounts on Thanksgiving Day, and analysts forecast data to show that online shoppers spent a record $4 billion on Thanksgiving, MarketWatch reports. The total had already reached $2.1 billion as of 5 p.m. Thursday, a 20.2 percent increase compared to the same point last year. Demand was so high on Thursday that Costco's website and app were briefly hampered by heavy traffic, USA Today reports. Black Friday is continuing to evolve, as many stores try to snag a bigger share of holiday sales by cutting prices days or even weeks before what used to be a one-day shopping frenzy. Shoppers are expected to spend up to $731 billion in November and December, roughly 4 percent more than in the same period last year. Harold Maass
The daily business briefing: November 29, 2019
Black Friday kicks off the holiday shopping season, stocks struggle as Hong Kong tensions dent hopes of a U.S.-China trade deal, and more
Internal security big challenge before $5 trn economy target: Amit Shah
Shah exhorted the police forces to take proactive steps towards improving their image among the public through behavioural and professional changes
Former Nepal PM calls for trilateral partnership with India and China
Prachanda said Nepal being a sovereign and independent country should have equal status and say in the trilateral partnership
Why this hurry to discuss my reincarnation, I am quite well: Dalai Lama
The 14th Dalai Lama himself has said in the past that it is not necessary that the tradition should continue
Market Wrap, Nov 29: Sensex tanks 336 points, Nifty closes at 12,056
During the day, the index hit a low of 40,664.18 levels. Reliance Industries, ICICI Bank, Hindustan Unilever, and State Bank of India contributed the most to the index's fall
Gold eases over doubts on US-China trade war, faces worst month in 3-years
Investors were uncertain about the fate of a 'phase-one' trade deal between the two economies
Odisha's investments in PSUs yield poor returns, says CAG report
Out of 147 entities where the government poured funds, only 12 had paid dividend- two rural banks, nine government companies and one statutory corporation
CEA Subramanian sees GDP picking up in Q3, says fundamentals remain strong
India's economic growth slowed to 4.5 per cent in the September quarter from 7.1 per cent in the corresponding period of last year
Demand in LS to shift private members' business to Wednesday from Friday
BJD member Bhartruhari Mahtab suggested that the day for private members' business be changed from Friday to Wednesday. He said it was the practice in the British parliament
Wettest monsoon in 25 years could lift 2020 wheat output to a record high
India received monsoon rains during the June-September season that were 10 per cent above average
India accounted for 22% of all visa-related searches to US in 2018: Survey
Overall, the top 10 countries accounted for nearly 56.5 per cent of all foreign visa-related searches in 2018, the report added
Liquidity pressures faced by NBFCs, HFCs, to continue: Fitch Ratings
Increasing competition to offset lower growth may weigh on profitability and test risk appetite
Karvy case: SAT asks Sebi to review limited use of power of attorney issue
Sebi's directive had come after the National Stock Exchange forwarded a preliminary report to it on the non-compliances observed with respect to pledging/misuse of client securities by Karvy
Saudi Aramco IPO received $44.3 billion in bids so far: Samba Capital
The state-owned oil giant plans to sell 1.5% of the company's shares for as much as 96 billion riyals ($25.6 billion), a deal which would give it a market value of $1.7 trillion
Daimler to cut 'thousands' of jobs by 2022 to fund electric vehicle shift
"Daimler aims to cut thousands of jobs worldwide by the end of 2022," the Mercedes-Benz maker said in a statement, adding that it intended to save 1.4 billion euros ($1.5 billion) in staff costs
4.5% GDP growth rate unacceptable, worrisome: Former PM Manmohan Singh
He said the "toxic combination of deep distrust, pervasive fear and a sense of hopelessness in our society" is stifling economic activity and growth
India's April-October fiscal deficit at 102.4% of full-year target
Net tax receipts in the April-October period was Rs 6.83 trillion, while total expenditure was Rs 16.55 trillion, the data showed
Govt on track to make India $5 trillion economy by 2024: P K Misra
Describing the country's economic fundamentals as strong, Mishra said the annual average GDP growth of 7.5 per cent during 2014-2019 was the highest since independence
Govt not taking appropriate measures to tackle onion crisis: Congress
In a press conference here, the party's Rajya Sabha member Amee Yajnik said the government has "failed utterly" in handling the matter
Slow Q2 GDP growth: Weak credit, manufacturing need fixing, say experts
The rate of economic expansion was the lowest in more than six years; it slipped from 5 per cent in Q1 this year and 7.1 per cent in Q2 of FY19
India's Sep-quarter GDP growth slips to 4.5%, the lowest in over six years
Q2 growth numbers fell, in line with economists' expectations, mainly on account of a weak manufacturing, falling consumer demand and private investment, and a drop in exports due to a global slowdown
Natixis downgrades price outlook for 2020 as gold starts losing glitter
Signs of a thaw in the US-China trade spat and prospects of an improvement in US economic growth have taken a toll on the metal, which has lost nearly $100 an ounce to trade at $1,456 today
Tax benefits for traders as CBDT approves NSE's commodity derivatives
Exchange gets 'Recognised Association' status, due to which participants can set off losses in commodity derivatives against business gains
OYO's valuation continues to soar despite losses; hovers near $10-bn mark
The losses have reportedly mounted due to the rise in operating expenses fuelled by the company's aggressive expansion in overseas markets
Skyworth group to invest $100 mn on white goods factory in Telangana
The company proposes to make latest generation Lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles, air conditioners, refrigerators and washing machines in the second phase expansion, according to the Shenzen
Sugar output in 2019-20 may fall by 18% to 2.73 mn tonnes: Govt in RS
Sugar marketing year runs from October to September
Jio likely to bag Reliance Infra's tower, optical fibre for Rs 3,600 cr
Bharti Airtel has placed a bid of around Rs 1,800 crore for the same, according to the sources
Sebi brings norms for debt ETFs, issuer to have less than 15% index weight
Under the norms to be adopted by all mutual fund houses, the index will have a minimum of eight issuers, rating of the constituents of the index will be investment grade
India's Q2 GDP growth dips to over 6-yr low of 4.5%; manufacturing weighs
This GDP growth data for the September 2019 quarter is the lowest since January-March of 2012-13, when it was registered at 4.3%
Gold price drop triggers heavy buying in India; demand wanes in other hubs
Dealers were charging a premium of up to $1.5 an ounce over official domestic prices this week, compared with a discount of $3 last week
AGR dues: Bharti Airtel to seek board nod for raising funds on December 4
The fund raising proposal follows the Supreme Court judgement on adjusted gross revenue
Q2 GDP, core sector data may push RBI to cut rates in December: economists
The GDP growth rate for Q2FY20 was in line with the market expectation at 4.5 per cent, says Deepthi Mary Mathew, economist, Geojit Financial Services
New industrial code bill will lead to 'jungle raj' in the industry: BMS
The Narendra Modi government introduced the Industrial Relations Code Bill in the Lok Sabha on Thursday
No question of closing down Integral Coach Factory, says Piyush Goyal
Minister hails the organisation for the Vande Bharat Express, India's first indigenously made semi-high-speed train
Fiscal deficit for April-Oct touches Rs 7.2 trillion, exceeds FY20 target
This was 102.4% of the full-year target, compared with 103.9% for the same period last year
GDP growth tanks to 4.5% in Q2; core industries' output shrinks 5.8% in Oct
Fiscal deficit in the first seven months of FY20 already at 102% of government's target for full financial year
We are in a virtual free-fall: Congress attacks BJP on GDP growth slip
But why is the BJP celebrating? Because their understanding of GDP (Godse Divisive Politics) suggests double digit growth levels. All in the perspective," Randeep Surjewala said
Sebi advances margins determination period for commodity derivatives
Effective April 1, 2020, cut off time shall be kept at 5 pm for the purpose of determining minimum threshold of margins to be collected by members from their clients
FM's remarks on economy disappointing, crisis entirely home grown: Sinha
Sinha said that even now, the government is largely in denial
Top headlines: Q2 GDP growth slips to 4.5%, CEA defends tax cut & more
From Mukesh Ambani becoming ninth richest on Forbes' billionaires list to PM Modi announcing $50 million assistance to Sri Lanka, Business Standard brings you the top news of the day
Electoral bonds cleaned political donation system; ain't a scam: SC Garg
In case a political party receives a political donation in cash primarily, then that might actually indicate a scam, he stated
India-ASEAN FTA review: Further liberalisation of trade on agenda
ASEAN-India trade in goods agreement was signed on August 13, 2009, and entered into force on January 1, 2010
Gold rallies Rs 143 to Rs 38,695 on rupee depreciation, positive trend
On Thursday, gold prices closed at Rs 38,552 per 10 gram
Hallmarking to be mandatory for gold jewellery from 2021: Ram Vilas Paswan
However, one year period will be provided for implementation of this decision to enable jewellers clear their existing stock
NSE commodities segment gets CBDT recognition, traders to get tax benefit
The approval will benefit traders in relation to trading in commodity derivatives segment of the NSE as the derivative income will be treated as business income
Bizongo emerges as the fastest-growing tech company in India
Data science firm TheMathCompany was ranked second and Vadodara-based communication automation solutions firm Phonon was ranked third for the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 India programme
Japan ex-PM Nakasone who boosted ties with US dies at 101
Former Japanese Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone, an ardent conservative who worked to forge a stronger military alliance with the United States, died on Friday at the age of 101, an official at his son's office said. In office for five years from November 1982 to November 1987, Nakasone was known for trying to transform the nation defeated in World War II into a full-fledged member of the West during the Cold War era.
The Weeknd's 'Blinding Lights' Lyrics Seem to Address His Feelings for Bella Hadid
"I'm just walking by to let you know/ I can never say it on the phone / Will never let you go this time (Ooh)."
Atari VCS enters final stages of pre-production following series of delays
"Atari will always prioritise delivering a high-quality product over a self-imposed deadline," says Atari VCS COO
Amazon Has Some Incredible Black Friday Deals on Beauty Products This Year
Here are the best beauty scores on Amazon this Black Friday.
These 30+ Mini Gifts From Sephora Will Bring Big Smiles
Gifts don't need to be expensive to be good. And, anyway, good things do come in small packages . . . and we're not just talking diamonds. These present ideas
This Company Will Put Your Face on Its Wrapping Paper, and Sorry, Family — Everyone's Getting My Selfie For Christmas
I'm a lousy gift-wrapper. Flip any present I've given you upside-down and you'll find the work of a madman. Scotch tape bits that obviously stuck to each other
How Bitcoin Miners Are Not Causing The Price Plunge
When bitcoin starts to turn south and the selloff intensifies, fingers start pointing. The crypto community wants to blame something ...
Bitcoin (BTC) Futures Markets Hit $5B Daily Volume
The Bitcoin (BTC) market has evolved to include the simplest kind of derivative financial products - futures contracts. Those markets now reach $5 billion
Check Out These Black Friday Laptop Deals On Amazon
Black Friday is here, and for many shoppers, that means it’s time to replace that old laptop with a new one while potentially saving hundreds of dollars in the process. Amazon is still one of ...
Demi Rose Rocks Nothing But A White T-Shirt & Wet Hair In Black Friday Post
Demi Rose Mawby looked smoking hot in nothing but a white t-shirt as she promoted a Black Friday sale in her latest Instagram update, which was posted to her account on Friday morning. In the sexy ...
Top 5 Black Friday Deals At Best Buy
Black Friday is undoubtedly one of the best times of year to stock up on the latest technology at the lowest prices. What better place to find these gadgets than Best Buy, America’s favorite ...
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey Announces He’s Moving To Africa, Says It Will Define Bitcoin Future
Dorsey’s trip could be the beginning of a Western ideological shift among big technology companies toward nations in Africa. Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey announced in a tweet this week that he would ...
These Steam Black Friday Deals Cannot Be Beat
Steam has long been heralded as the biggest player in the digital distribution game, and their seasonal sales are the talk of PC gaming communities the world over. Now, as Black Friday and Cyber ...
Salma Hayek Flaunts Figure In Skintight Leather & Lace Dress In Black Friday Post
Actress Salma Hayek decided to get in on the Black Friday posts with something a little bit different. Instead of promoting sales with companies she has partnered with, the brunette beauty promoted ...
Xiaomi to re-launch Mi Credit lending platform in India on December 3 - Gizmochina
Xiaomi will re-launching its Mi Credit platform for personal loans in India on December 3, the company has confirmed. Given that the Chinese smartphone maker had originally launched Mi Credit in May last year, it seems that the company will now unveil a revamped version in the country. While nothing is known about the revamped …
Huawei suing US FCC over National Security Risk Allegations - Gizmochina
Amidst the US-China trade disputes, Huawei is still facing issues with the US Government. The Chinese firm is now aiming to challenge a decision made by the US Federal Communication Commission (FCC) that has banned Huawei from using government funds to buy its telecommunications networking equipment. Earlier this year, Huawei was placed on the ‘Entity …
Ayesha & Steph Curry Pose For Sweet Family Photos With All 3 Kids On Thanksgiving
Steph and Ayesha Curry posted the sweetest family photo with their three kids while celebrating Thanksgiving 2019.
Is Vietnam too cautious when setting economic development goals for 2020? - VietNamNet
Many economic targets set for 2020 are lower in comparison with real implemented levels.
Duterte says he'll 'quarrel' with China if it shuts down PH power
But the Philippine leader thinks China won't do such a thing because it would damage the Asian giant's reputation and because it sees its stake in the NGCP as a business
Duterte apologizes to foreign teams for SEA Games 2019 woes
The President says the Malacañang probe into the SEA Games would not spare his allies even if the controversy could cause their political downfall
Statistics Canada reports pace of economic growth slowed in third quarter
Statistics Canada says the pace of economic growth in Canada slowed in the third quarter.
Black Friday 2019: What You Need to Know
Whether you’re hitting the stores or buying online from your couch, we’re here to see you through all the doorbuster deals and Black Friday blowouts.
Steve Bruce says he is braced for a 'difficult' January transfer window at Newcastle United
The Toon head coach knows Newcastle in a position to spend but feels that there will complications ahead
NBN 50 And NBN 100 Plans Are A Steal Today
If you've been looking around at NBN plans, or had no other choice because your cable is about to be ripped out of the ground, today's a good day to switch. Why? Because there's heaps of bargains on NBN plans as well, including this cracker of a deal from Superloop....
UNIQLO's Dragon Ball UT Line Hits Australia
UNIQLO's always got a bunch of cool special edition threads on offer. This time, it's Dragon Ball's turn.
Rupee slips 11 paise to 71.73 against USD ahead of GDP
India's economy grew at 5 per cent in the first quarter of 2019-20 -- the slowest pace in over six years.
Drone project aims to put floating Lagos slum on map
Code for Africa, a South Africa based NGO wants to put Makoko, a floating slum in Lagos, Nigeria on the map using drones.
Air quality improves in Delhi, light rains predicted
The Air Quality Index stood at 79 on Friday
Villagers gherao BJP's C P Yogeshwara in Hunsur
The villagers did not allow the leader to enter the village and sent him back.
Politicians quoting the film helped, says Uri director
Uri was one of the biggest commercial releases to be screened at the 50th International Film Festival of India (IFFI).
NCW sets up panel to probe Hyderabad vet's killing
NCW Chairperson Rekha Sharma said in a tweet that the women's panel would not "leave any stone unturned" till the perpetrators get the punishment they deserve.
PM scrambles to spur growth; India braces for GDP shock
By Vrishti Beniwal The bad news is getting worse for India’s economy and Prime Minister Narendra Modi is exhausting all options to stem the fallout. Data on Friday will likely show the economy had
Column: 'Is this the line?' I worked Black Friday at the mall last night. Here's how it went.
After writing about Black Friday for The News for 10 years, Samantha Christmann spent Thanksgiving night working at a clothing store at Fash
What was Sabres' Rasmus Ristolainen doing on overtime goal against Calgary?
What happened on Elias Lindholm's overtime goal for Calgary that beat the Sabres, 3-2, on Wednesday night at KeyBank Center? Rasmus Risto...
This Black Friday RAM deal is so good, everyone should take notice
G.Skill Ripjaws V RAM is a bit ugly, but at $109 for 32Gb at 3,200MHz, you literally can't complain.
The best Instax camera has just dropped to its lowest-ever price for Black Friday
Our favorite Fujifilm Instax camera is now available for an all-time-low price – it's time to snap up the Instax Mini 9.
Protests and bank borks meddle with Black Friday retail nirvana
Friday I'm in debt
Teen who went viral with TikTok hair tutorial tells ITV News people need to know about China threat to Uighur Muslims
A 16-year-old whose hairstyling TikTok tutorial talking about the threat to Uighur Muslims in China has gone viral has told ITV News he and others are using the platform so people understand what's going on in our world. Pavan Shandil Narayan, who lives in Sacramento, California, posted the video on his TikTok channel five days ago. But it went viral on Friday after it was shared by US Congresswoman Ilhan Omar.
This election gives us the impossible choice, writes Robert Peston
How do you weigh a once-in-a-generation transfer of power from private sector to public sector and from capital to labour, against an irreversible rupture with the European Union? That is the choice being offered to voters, by Labour and the Tories respectively. Talk about chalk and cheese, or bicycles versus fish. How on earth do you decide, if you haven't made up your mind already, which you like best? You could argue that the desire among some voters to squeeze the private sector's pips till they squeak and those that want to take a chainsaw to the UK's ties with the EU - with only a relatively small group apparently wanting both - stem from similar social and economic causes. Namely that the way we've run this place has eroded the living standards, security and a sense of being heard for millions of people, especially those outside the big metropolises, as well as among the young.
Pursuing their dreams in digital arts
He came to Singapore in 2013 to pursue his education and career in the culinary industry. Little did he know, he would end up in digital arts instead. Now a creative designer at ATOM Marketing Consultancy, Mr Clement Chee, 25, said: “Ironically, it was my kitchen staff at...
Back Chat: Good Weekend letters to the editor, November 30
Want to chat? We'd love to hear from you. Send your letters to goodweekend@goodweekend.com.au.
Good Weekend's Who Mattered 2019: Business
The corporate heavyweights speaking up on social issues: Atlassian boss Mike Cannon-Brookes, Qantas head Alan Joyce and retiring BHP CEO Andrew Mackenzie. Plus: our whistleblowers, and Melanie Perkins.
Government should nationalize Kenya Airways quickly -CEO
NAIROBI — The government must move quickly to nationalize Kenya Airways as regional competitors seeking to carve out market share pour cash into their national carriers, the airline’s chief executive said.
Swedish economy ups pace in Q3, supports Riksbank hike plans
STOCKHOLM — Sweden’s economy accelerated slightly in the third quarter from a tough start to the year, data showed on Friday, providing some support for the central bank’s plan to increase the benchmark rate at its meeting in December.
Euro-Area Inflation Quickens, But Remains Far Below ECB's Goal
(Bloomberg) — Explore what’s moving the global economy in the new season of the Stephanomics podcast.
Amazon workers in Germany stage strike on Black Friday
Workers at Amazon distribution centres in Germany have gone on strike for better pay on Black Friday, one of the busiest days of the year for the online retailer.
Eurozone inflation firms but still below central bank goal
Official figures show that inflation across the 19-country eurozone rose in November but remains way below the level that the European Central Bank and its new president, Christine Lagarde, would like it to be.
Canada's GDP growth slows in third quarter
The pace of economic growth in Canada slowed in the third quarter, boosted by higher business investment and increased household spending, but weighed down by a drop in exports, Statistics Canada said Friday.
You Can Now Purchase Some Of The Most Famous Original Images Of Alleged UFO Sightings
One of the most notorious groupings of alleged UFO images can be yours for the cool price tag of just a few thousand dollars. The images were captured by s
Torquay United snap up QPR 'pocket rocket' Amrit Bansal-McNulty
'He is a proper rocket - only small in stature, but he has a big heart, a good brain and he can run all day. QPR have high hopes for him'
Month of rail strikes starts on Monday and will disrupt Christmas trains
Dispute is over guards on South Western Railway trains
Boris Johnson struggles with questions on trade deals and trust
UK in talks with ‘about a dozen’ countries on future trade deals, prime minister says.
UK PM Johnson says Britain will leave EU by Jan. 31
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Friday said that Britain would leave the EU by Jan. 31 at the latest if his Conservative Party wins a...
Owan West receives LG dev awards - The Nation Newspaper
Owan West Local Government Area, Edo state will Friday evening in Abuja join other local governments in the country to receive the 2019 Nigerian Local...
Cremate my corpse after death, says MASSOB leader
Leader of the Movement for the Actualization of Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB), Chief Ralph Uwazuruike says he would wish his body to be...
Omega Seamaster deal: Black Friday sale slashes £1,500 off this amazing timepiece
That's 25% off a quality Swiss timepiece at Goldsmiths
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Black Friday Settings in Zim.....Customers flood Edgars since 3am
French Company Renault introduces Safety+ Edition Trucks in Uganda
French Multinational Automobile Manufacturer Renault, through their authorized distributor in Uganda Victoria Motors Ltd, has introduced Renault Trucks codenamed Safety+ Edition Trucks on to the Ugandan Market. The French Company, that started production in 1899, has introduced the Safety +Edition Trucks that come with additional and enhanced features like High Power Retardation, Neutral Inhibition while at slopes, Hill-start Anti-runaway parking brake, all aimed at enhancing the truck driver experience while improving on safety. The features ensure a high level of safety for the driver, other road users and at the same time improving productivity and revenues for business owners. According to Dickson Mwesigwa the Victoria Motors Uganda Sales Manager, the introduction of the Safety+ Edition Trucks is to purely respond to safety issues on the road. “Its introduction is basically to improve safety on the roads as well as being fuel economic. Most accidents are always as a result of human errors.
The Power of Green Public Finance
Policymakers and pundits have been wringing their hands over the crises afflicting the European Union, arguing that it is falling behind in confronting major threats to its long-term survival. Yet on the issue of climate change, nothing could be further from the truth. In mid-November, EU member states demonstrated that they can unite behind a shared vision of a low-carbon future. And European institutions are already leading the fight against climate change at the global level. Among these, the European Investment Bank will now be playing an even greater role as an instrument for decarbonizing the economy and limiting global warming to well below 2°C above pre-industrial levels. Climate change is the top political issue of our time. Scientists estimate that if we remain on our current path, we will experience global warming of 3-4°C by the end of the century, at which point large portions of the planet will be uninhabitable.
Uganda asks more Asians to grab available investment opportunities
Uganda’s Vice President Edward Kiwanuka Sekandi has called upon Arab Countries mostly people from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to rush and grab the plenty of investment opportunities that the country beholds. This was during the 5th Edition of the UAE – Uganda Trade and Investment Forum that was held at Sheraton Hotel and organized by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce. It attracted over 22 companies from UAE who came to look for trade and investment opportunities in Uganda. Alex Onzima, a Minister of State in the Vice President’s office highlighted the need for trade performance between the two sister countries while representing the Vice President Sekandi. “We believe that what Ugandans and Africans need to develop is Trade, foreign Investments and access to markets but not Aid.
UTB announces 2020 Tourism Expo with focus on Intra-Africa travel
As Uganda moves to a position as a premier tourist destination, Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) is set to host the 5th annual Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE 2020). POATE is a tourism and travel trade exhibition which brings together regional and international tour operators, travel agents, destination agencies and various players in the tourism trade to network and facilitate tourism business. The three-day expo will run from 4-6 February 2020 and will be held at the Speke Resort in Munyonyo. POATE 2020 will integrate business to business (B2B) and business to consumer (B2C) trade event format under the theme “Inspiring high-value engagement to promote intra-Africa travel for leisure, business and adventure”, aimed at raising Uganda’s profile as a preferred destination in the region and internationally. Launching the event, State Minister for Tourism Wildlife and Antiquities Godfrey Kiwanda noted the board’s focus on Intra- Africa travel.
Sad pictures show seal pup found entangled in fishing net at Portally Cove, Co Waterford
The sea animal was rushed to Seal Rescue Ireland to receive medical attention
Batch of Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce urgently recalled due to 'exploding bottle'
Customers have been warned that the exploding chili sauce could irritate the skin or eyes
Karnataka corruption survey: 63% citizens admit bribing state officials to get work done
India Corruption Survey 2019 indicates 40 per cent of respondents in Karnataka gave bribes to get work linked to property registration and land issues done in the state while 23 per cent admitted paying a bribe to the police.
Sebi imposes Rs 2 lakh fine on Unitech for violating Listing Agreement
It was alleged that Unitech made incorrect disclosure about shareholding of some promoters in the quarter ended September 2008 and December 2008.
Top news today evening: India’s GDP slips further, Pragya Thakur’s apology and more
From India's GDP slipping to a 26-quarter low of 4.5 per cent in the second quarter to Pragya Thakur issuing apology in the Lok Sabha over Godse remarks, here are the top news of today evening.
RCom shares hit upper circuit for sixth time; gain over 42 per cent in nine sessions
On the BSE, the stock settled 3.85 per cent up at 81 paise. The stock has gained over 42 per cent in nine trading sessions.
India’s GDP growth slips to 4.5%, slowest in more than six years
The GDP growth rate has now slowed for the sixth consecutive quarter with the previous low recorded at 4.3 per cent in March 2013.
Core sector output shrinks 5.8 per cent in October
The only sector that posted growth in October was fertilizers where production increased by 11.8 per cent year-on-year.
Meghalaya plans to shut schools with enrolments below 10
A total of 221 lower and upper primary schools in the state have a single-digit enrolment of students. The minister said the state government incurs Rs 20 crore annual expenditure on these schools, which could be used for the development of other educational institutes.
7 best Black Friday deals so far today
Black Friday 2019 is in full swing. If you're looking for the hottest deals on this special day, you've come to the right place. The following seven deals are hot and won't last long.
At $240, the Motorola One Action is a low-key great Black Friday deal
There is a load of Black Friday deals on smartphones, and one that you might not have on your radar is the Motorola One Action. You should change that, because for $240, it's a tremendous value.
The ASUS C425 Chromebook is the real deal — and it's on sale for Black Friday
ASUS doesn't usually go in for Black Friday the way most computer makers do, but it still manages to have one of the best Chromebook deals we've seen this year.
The best pourover coffee kettle money can buy is available for a steal on Black Friday
Hario's Buono coffee kettle is simple to use and just right for pouring that perfect cup. It's also deeply discounted for Black Friday.
One of the best wireless gaming headsets on the market is on sale for Black Friday
The Astro A50 wireless headset is on sale and you shouldn't miss out on this deal.
$993 Million multipurpose Pwalugu dam to be completed by March 2021
The Pwalugu multipurpose dam to be constructed in Pwalugu in the Talensi District of the Upper East region will cost an amount $993 million. The project which is expected to be completed by March 2021 will be entirely funded by the Government of Ghana. Addressing a durbar of chiefs and people of the Upper East and North East region of Ghana in Pwalugu and to cut sod for the project to begin, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo said government is committed to starting and finishing the project as scheduled. “As we further indicated to our commitment to the realisation of this project, the total cost of the project amounting to some $993 million nearly a billion dollars to be borne entirely by government”, he said. According to the President, the Chinese firm Sinohydro, a subsidiary of PowerChina will build the project under the engineering procurement construction contract which will be executed in fifteen (months).
$993 Million multipurpose Pwalugu dam to be completed by 2024
The Pwalugu multipurpose dam to be constructed in Pwalugu in the Talensi District of the Upper East region will cost an amount $993 million. The project which is expected to be completed by 2024 will be entirely funded by the Government of Ghana. Addressing a durbar of chiefs and people of the Upper East and North East region of Ghana in Pwalugu and to cut sod for the project to begin, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo said government is committed to starting and finishing the project as scheduled. “As we further indicated to our commitment to the realisation of this project, the total cost of the project amounting to some $993 million nearly a billion dollars to be borne entirely by government”, he said. According to the President, the Chinese firm Sinohydro, a subsidiary of PowerChina will build the project under the engineering procurement construction contract which will be executed in fifty months.
My accusers lacked facts – Freddie Blay on corruption charge
Mr. Blay in his quest for the chairmanship position of the NPP promised to deliver 275 buses to each constituency office of the NPP to aid party officials in the discharge of their duties. The promise, which was attributed to his victory, generated a lot of controversies with many questioning his source of income. The NPP chairman has been dragged to court over the issue. Reacting on the charges on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen monitored by MyNewsGh.com, an emotional Mr. Blay said he had not been given a fair hearing. “It’s a pity this country we don’t investigate to get the facts. We condemn people before getting the facts. They accuse me of corruption without knowing the facts,” he said.
EXCLUSIVE: Govt explains why it introduced Ghc100, Ghc200 Cedi notes
The Governor of the Central Bank of Ghana, Dr Ernest Addison has explained the rationale behind government’s policy decision to introduce new Bank notes of Ghv100, Ghc200 and 2Ghc coin. Addressing a presser covered by MyNewsGH.com, the Governor said “twelve years after the redenomination exercise, sustained periods of high inflation and the perennial depreciation of the currency have eroded, in real terms, the face value of the series of the notes” forced government to take the decision. He explained that a lot of thinking and consultations took place. A lot “thinking went into the decision to introduce the higher denomination banknotes. The structure of the banknote should align well with the needs of the people who use it for their daily transactions. We need banknotes and coins that are convenient for most people to use, high quality, secure and cost effective.” He added. A promotional release by BoG read in part:
Today in 2018 – Efia Odo describes Moesha Bodoung as a cow
Exactly a year today the ‘beef’ between Efia Odo and Moesha Buduong took a different shape. After Moesha’s explanation yesterday that she is in this beef with Efia Odo because she has been stepping on her toes, Efia Odo has also sent back her own reply. In an interview with Ameyaw TV at, AFRIMA the Ghanaian actress and TV presenter throw a major shade a Moesha Buduong to probably keep the heat going. In the interview with Zeinat of Ameyaw TV, Efia Odo stated “Who’s that, what’s that, is that like a cow or something? in a reply to a statement that mentioned Moesha’s name. The actress also added that she was not beefing with anyone. According to her, she is just living her life. “I don’t beef okay. I just spill the truth and make it go. You take it the way you want it”, she said. The Moe-Odo beef started recently after Moesha called out Efia on her video which was posted on Instagram handle purportedly preaching about how true Christians should be loving and forgiving like God. Moesha Boduong then left a comment…
Best Black Friday Deals 2019 – The Complete Shopper’s Guide
Being a shopper will be a delight during this time of the year because it is not only Thanksgiving celebrations but also Black Friday! The best Black Friday Deals 2019
Chinese investments in Malaysia halve, US inflow soars, new govt data reveals
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 — Chinese investments into Malaysia halved to US$1.7 billion in the first nine months of the year from a year ago, though US investments soared seven times to US$5.9 billion — reflecting a diversion of funds due to the Beijing-Washington trade clashes. Data provided by the...
Saudi Aramco IPO gets US$44.3b in bids so far, says lead manager
RIYADH, Nov 29 — Saudi Aramco has received bids for its shares totalling US$44.3 billion so far, lead manager Samba Capital said today, putting its initial public offering on track to be over-subscribed. The state-owned oil giant plans to sell 1.5 per cent of the company’s shares for as much as...
Drone project aims to put floating Lagos slum on map
LAGOS (Nigeria), Nov 29 — John Eromosele records the coordinates of a bustling canal on his smartphone from aboard a dug-out canoe navigating the floating slum of Makoko in Nigerian megacity Lagos. The waterway is “like a boulevard, there’s always traffic here,” the computer coding...
UK Black Friday transactions jump 12.5pc versus 2018, says Barclaycard
LONDON, Nov 29 — The volume of Black Friday payment transactions in Britain as of 1000 GMT was up 12.5 per cent versus last year, initial data from Barclaycard showed today, bringing some cheer to UK retailers in need of a tonic after a troubled year. Barclaycard, which processes nearly one pound...
Stock markets tread water as all quiet on trade war front
LONDON, Nov 29 — Stock traders found little to get the pulse racing today as the trade war front was eerily quiet and Thanksgiving sapped global trading volumes. “It’s been quite the forgettable week and I don’t think today is going to be any more memorable,” said Craig Erlam, Senior...
Finance Ministry: No change in RON97, RON95, diesel retail prices Nov 30-Dec 6
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 — The Finance Ministry (MoF) today announced the retail price of RON97 petrol stayed at RM2.66 per litre while RON95 petrol and diesel will remain at RM2.08 and RM2.18 per litre respectively for the period November 30 to December 6. MoF in a statement issued today, announced...
AmBank Group to disburse up to RM6b of loans in 2H 2020
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 — AMMB Holdings Bhd (AmBank Group) targets to disburse up to RM6 billion in loans in the second half of its financial year ending March 31, 2020 (H2 2020), driven by the current positive sentiment in the industry’s loan growth segment. Chief executive officer Datuk Sulaiman...
UK PM Johnson: Queen is beyond reproach and distinct from royal family
LONDON, Nov 29 — Queen Elizabeth is beyond reproach but there is a distinction between the monarchy and the rest of the royal family, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said today when asked if the monarchy was beyond reproach after the scandal involving Prince Andrew. “The monarchy is the queen and...
Ringgit ends slightly lower against US dollar
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 — The ringgit ended slightly lower against the US dollar today in line the decline in global crude oil prices which affected the local note’s valuation, said a dealer. At 6pm, the ringgit settled at 4.1750/1780 against the greenback compared with yesterday’s close of...
US stocks retreat from records on greater trade tension
WEST NEW YORK, Nov 29 — Wall Street stocks retreated from records early today on revived worries about US-China trade talks as retailer shares were mixed on the official start of the holiday shopping season. Analysts pointed to increased US-China trade friction as Beijing threatened unspecified...
Minister urges Japanese investors to leverage Malaysia’s digital transformation push
KOBE (Japan), Nov 29 — International Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Darell Leiking is calling for Japanese investors to leverage on Malaysia’s push for digital transformation. He said Malaysia was committed to undertaking the digital transformation efforts, among others, through the National...
Shafie leverages on Sabah’s geographic location to lure Japanese investors
KOTA KINABALU, Nov 29 — Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Mohd Shafie Apdal began the first leg of his trade mission in Japan today addressing 200 investors and businessmen from 140 companies in Kobe, Japan by spelling out investment opportunities available in Sabah. He delivered the keynote...
Farah back on track for 10,000m target at Tokyo Games
LONDON, Nov 29 — Olympic champion Mo Farah is getting back on track to chase more gold in the 10,000m at next year’s Tokyo Games, the Briton announced on his YouTube channel today. The 36-year-old, a four-times Olympic champion and six times world champion over 5,000 metres and 10,000 metres,...
German Amazon workers strike on ‘Black Friday’
FRANKFURT AM MAIN, Nov 29 — Hundreds of Amazon workers in Germany walked off the job as the US online retailer kicked off its “Black Friday” sales bonanza, escalating a long-simmering battle for better pay and working conditions. The strike called by the powerful Verdi union is set to last...
Canada’s economy slowed in third quarter
OTTAWA, Nov 29 — Canada’s economy put on the brakes in the third quarter sending growth falling to 1.3 per cent, or almost one-third of the previous three months’ GDP, the government statistical agency said today. Statistics Canada blamed a drop in exports for the slowdown, noting that it was...
Malta prime minister expected to quit in crisis over journalist murder
VALLETTA, Nov 29 — Malta’s Prime Minister Joseph Muscat has told associates he plans to resign imminently, the Times of Malta reported today. His decision was brought on by the political and legal crisis brought about by the investigation into the murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia,...
Gabrielle Union Breaks Silence After News Spreads About Her Being Fired From ‘America’s Got Talent’ For Speaking Out Against Racism
Gabrielle Union has broken her silence about being fired from "America's Got Talent," after Variety ran a report that said she was let go for speaking out against racism. The report goes into various instances when Union was either a victim of racism on the show or witnessed it. The actress was hired for the 14th
IRS Not Infringing Privacy Requesting Crypto Exchange Data: US Judge
A California federal court has affirmed the legitimacy of the U.S. tax authorities’ summons for data from crypto exchange Bitstamp in connection with an individual tax reporting case.
Bitcoin Price Grinds Closer to $8K as $7,500 Support Remains Intact
Resistance closer to $8,000 remains but a bearish reversal back to the $6,000 range has yet to materialize, boosting trader sentiment.
China: Crypto Exchange IDAX Locks up Cold Wallet as CEO ‘Goes Missing’
IDAX reported liquidity problems prior to Lei Guorong absconding, while it remains uncertain what access he has to the platform’s wallets.
Canadian Investment Firm 3iQ Files Prospectus for Bitcoin Fund
Canadian investment fund manager 3iQ filed a preliminary prospectus for its close-end, regulated, publicly-traded Bitcoin fund.
Bitcoin Price Hits Tipping Point Above $7.6K — Pivotal Weekend Ahead
Bitcoin bulls and bears are set to have a key battle going into the weekend at a critical price level that could set the tone for the rest of the year.
Bitcoin Price Hits Tipping Point Above $7.6K — Pivotal Weekend Ahead
Bitcoin bulls and bears are set to have a key battle going into the weekend at a critical price level that could set the tone for the rest of the year.
Indonesia win historic first Gold Medal of SEA Games 2019, ending Singapore’s 52 year run
The 2019 SEA Games are already underway, despite the opening ceremony scheduled for November 30. Several of the ‘team’ sports and qualifiers are currently taking place, with the medal events left for later dates. However, Indonesia has been able to bag a medal nonetheless, becoming the first to do so in this edition of the games.
Liverpool announce plans to increase Anfield capacity to over 61,000
Liverpool have outlined plans to increase the capacity of their home ground to over 61,000 with the expansion of the Anfield Road Stand.
Jose Mourinho: Consistency the key for improved Dele Alli
Dele Alli must build on his performances in the past week by delivering consistently for Tottenham, says Jose Mourinho.
China Orders Hong Kong to 'Sober Up' and Obey 'the Motherland'
China's state propaganda outlet Global Times warned that now should be the time "Hong Kong society sobers up" to defend from America.
Mercedes-Benz Parent Company Daimler To Cut Thousands of Jobs
Daimler says it plans to cut thousands of jobs by the end of 2022, not filling some vacant posts and offering severance packages in Germany.
Black Friday: Holiday Shopping Gets a Trump Economy Boost | Breitbart
Despite a holiday season shortened by a late Thanksgiving, retail spending is expected to rise by around 4 percent this year.| Economy
Black Friday 2019: Microsoft's Best Deals So Far
In case you hadn't noticed, Black Friday is in full swing. The Microsoft store has just on the sales bandwagon and has a heap of laptops, accessories and games on offer for discounted prices. Here are the best deals so far....
The Case Of The Pirated Blueberries: Courts Flex New Muscle To Protect Plant Breeders’ Intellectual Property
A few weeks ago, the Federal Court of Australia ordered a farmer in New South Wales to pay $290,000 to a blueberry-producing company because he had grown and sold a proprietary variety of the fruit without permission....
BMW Is Killing Its Range-Extending Hybrid But Maybe It Shouldn't
BMW introduced the i3 REx range-extending hybrid hatchback back in 2014 to offer a longer-range alternative to the fully-electric i3's measly 128 kilometre range at the time. A few short years later, the company confirmed it’s done with range-extending hybrids for good....
Inflation Rates Up By 5.56PC in November, From 4.9PC In October
The cost of living (inflation rate) went up from 4.95 percent in the month of October to 5.56 in November.The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) notes that the cost of food and non-alcohol
8 huge Black Friday deals for up to 94% off
Black Friday is the biggest shopping day in the country, but not all the deals require getting in the car. Some of the biggest savings available are online-only exclusives. Check out these 8 great deals you can snag right from your couch.
8 huge Black Friday deals for up to 94% off
Black Friday is the biggest shopping day in the country, but not all the deals require getting in the car. Some of the biggest savings available are online-only exclusives. Check out these 8 great deals you can snag right from your couch.
Bailee Madison Announces End of 'Just Between Us' Podcast With Sister Kaitlin Vilasuso
JJJ is incredibly sad over the fact that Bailee Madison and sister Kaitlin Vilasuso are ending their podcast, Just Between Us.
The Weeknd's New Song 'Bright Lights' is Here!
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Christmas Music Live returns to Oswestry
Oswestry Town Council created Christmas Music Live on the first Friday in December to help boost the night time economy of the town at the important period.
Rail operator vows extra compensation for disrupted passengers
West Midlands Trains said timetable changes in May led to disruption on its London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway services.
Newcastle boss Bruce to persevere with front three despite lack of goals
Joelinton, Miguel Almiron and Allan Saint-Maximin have managed just one goal between them in their time on Tyneside.
Aston Villa boss Smith says job is ‘everything he wanted’
The boyhood Villa fan joined the club in October last year.
I would now vote to leave the EU, says oil tycoon Sir Ian Wood
The businessman and philanthropist voted to remain in 2016 but said the UK could be ‘better off’ outside of the bloc.
We ll provide funding for UNIDO’s industrialisation programme – FG
Ifeanyi Onuba, Abuja The Minister of State for Budget and National Planning, Clem Agba, has said the Federal Government would support the new five year Country Partnership Programme of the Unite...
Amazon workers strike on ‘Black Friday’
Hundreds of Amazon workers in Germany walked off the job as the US online retailer kicked off its "Black Friday" sales bonanza, escalating a long-simmering battle for better pay and working conditi...
Bose's Noise-Cancelling Headphones Are On Sale On Amazon For Black Friday This Year
After weeks of anticipationand practicing some serious willpowerBlack Friday is officially here. For the next few days, you'll have access to thousands (if not, hundreds of thousands) of sales. Now, all you need to do is start filling your e-cart to the brim with some great deals.
Sancho was dropped against Barcelona for disciplinary reasons: Dortmund
Jadon Sancho was dropped from Borussia Dortmund's starting lineup at Barcelona this week following another disciplinary problem, club officials said on Friday, but the English starlet is not being sold.
India quarterly growth falls to worst level in six years
India's economy grew at its slowest pace in more than six years in the July-September period, down to 4.5 percent from 7.0 percent a year ago, according to government figures released Friday that piled more pressure on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Latest AirPods Drop to Insanely Low Price of $129 for Black Friday [Limited Stock Only]
Get on the AirPods 2 bandwagon by spending just $129 this Black Friday 2019. This deal is valid today only.
You Can Save up to 36% on these Laptops, Monitors and Desktops for Black Friday 2019
Looking to save some money on a brand new laptop, desktop or a monitor? Black Friday 2019 has some deals which you should consider right now.
13-inch MacBook Air Drops Further to $649.99, The Best Black Friday Deal So Far?
After sitting at the $699 mark for the entire week, the 13-inch MacBook Air is now selling for $649 for Black Friday 2019.
Black Friday Deal Brings the Pixel 4, Pixel 4 XL’s Starting Price Down to $599
The latest Black Friday 2019 deal brings the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL’s starting price to $599, making the lineup much more affordable
Intel Has Tapped Samsung Foundries To Manufacture CPUs [Debunked]
Update 12:49 AM GMT+5 11/30/2019. Intel has commented on the story and debunked the rumor from the Korean publication completely. Here is their statement in full: "The letter from last week says we will increase our use of foundry so we can build more CPUs at Intel. The news reports about our use of third …
Black Friday Deals: LG G8 ThinQ for $399, LG Stylo 5 for $159
You can save a lot of money on some wonderful Android smartphone. This includes the LG G8 ThinQ and multiple models of the LG Stylo 5.
HP’s Black Friday 2019 Sale Is Live! Ad Scan, Doorbuster Flash Sales And Discount Codes Inside
Ethics disclaimer: This is a paid-for, sponsored post. We do not collect any commission on sales. Discounts are only valid while stock lasts. HP's Black Friday 2019 sale is now live and features some great deals which you can make even sweeter using the following discount codes. For PCs over $999 use the discount code …
Lenovo's Black Friday Sale Is An Absolute Cracker
Lenovo isn't mucking about this Black Friday. Its dedicated sales portal is currently offering a massive 50% off select laptops, tablets, computing peripherals and desktop PCs. Laptop prices start at under $400! Needless to say, if you require a new computer for 2020, now is the time to buy. Here are the highlights....
Microsoft's Black Friday Store Is Going Off!
Attention bargain hunters: The Microsoft Store had updated its Black Friday deals portal and there's some bloody good stuff on there. We're talking up to $700 off Surface laptops, $299 Xbox One S game bundles, dirt-cheap audio gear and up to 30% off performance laptops. Here are the highlights!...
Why mobile healthcare apps are at risk [Q&A]
Cyber-attacks represent a real threat to unprotected healthcare mobile apps. The overall operational integrity of these apps is at risk, but there's also a significant risk of malicious attacks on the medical devices themselves, personal health information, and intellectual property.
Prosecuting Sowore will strengthen Nigeria's democracy - Nigerian professionals
The Association of Nigerian Professionals in Europe (ANPE) on Thursday, November 28, said that the prosecution of the publisher of Sahara Reporters, Omoyele Sowore, will strengthen Nigeria's democracy.
7 best Black Friday deals so far today
Black Friday 2019 is in full swing. If you're looking for the hottest deals on this special day, you've come to the right place. The following seven deals are hot and won't last long.
Land 2TB of cloud storage for under $24 this Black Friday
If you’re still using external hard drives to store and transfer your data, you’re missing out—due to a wide range of increasingly convenient, secure, and powerful cloud storage platforms that are becoming increasingly affordable. ThunderDrive Cloud Storage stands out from the competition by offering storage that’s 6x faster than Amazon Storage, and a lifetime subscription is available...
Black Friday is cool, but the black MacBook was cooler
The black MacBook is a computer that often gets forgotten about. And that's a crying shame because it was awesome, despite its flaws and the fact you had to pay more just for the different color.
Payback Time: The myth that keeps Canadians on a financial treadmill
In a new weekly retirement column, personal finance columnist Dale Jackson will cut through the noise and deal with the issues that forge a stable retirement.
Sana Muhammad crossbow death: Ex-husband jailed for 'evil' murder
Ramanodge Unmathallegadoo shot Sana Muhammad in the abdomen when she was nine months pregnant.
HSBC and Santander customers set for refund
The competition watchdog says the banks failed to send text alerts to customers about to go into the red.
Cashing in on the crisis
Is the Westpac scandal an ethical deal-breaker or a rare opportunity for investors?
Cryptocurrency exchange IDAX’s CEO reportedly missing with the company’s cold wallet
A relatively small cryptocurrency exchange has halted deposit and withdrawal services after its CEO has reportedly gone missing.
Satoshi Nakaboto: ‘Bakkt Bitcoin future trades hit daily record of $42.5M’
Our robot colleague Satoshi Nakaboto writes about Bitcoin BTC every fucking day.
Don’t let time run out on these sweet smartwatch deals this Black Friday
I wish I could say I work out enough times in a week. Sadly, I can’t. But the small nudges from my smartwatch to complete daily steps and calorie goal has frequently helped me get off my butt and move around. So, here are some fantastic Black Friday deals for you to start your fitness journey, even if it’s a small step.
Here are the Black Friday deals you really shouldn’t miss
You can take the stress out of holiday shopping by just picking up a bunch of great offers right now at Black Friday prices. These nine options are all significantly discounted from their regular price, with many over 90 percent off.
Nintendo Switch Lite up for RM599 this Black Friday at Gamer's Hideout
It's Black Friday and Gamer's Hideout is having some sweet deals at its store in Central i-City. Those who are there today from 9 pm to 12 am of 30 November 2019 (3 hours duration) will be able to purchase a Nintendo Switch Lite for just RM599, close to a 40% reduction from its original Malaysia pricing!
Taobao's cargo ship with items from 11.11 sales sank deep into the ocean
This must be a really devastating news to some of the fanatic buyers during the 11.11 sales. It is reported that over 879 tonnes of cargo shipped from China sunk into the open ocean after encountered a collision. The cargo mainly consists of products purchased from Taobao during the sales. The repercussions of this incident involved not only Taobao and its consumers, but also the lives of the ship’s crew members.
Audi's Bold EV Future Comes At A Sacrifice
Investing in something as big as electric vehicles including the infrastructure, technology, and plant re-t...
Dash cam shows car flipping over during high-speed chase in Memphis
Dramatic video of a high-speed chase last year was released by Memphis Police.
Gun sales expected to increase for Black Friday
Guns are expected to be a hot item during the holiday shopping season.
SA’s gift to the world … brilliant cricketers
So how the hell is our own back yard in such shambles?
NDDC Budget: Niger Delta group commends Senate
NDAN on Friday, commended the decision of the Senate to demand the inauguration of the board of NDDC, before the consideration of the commission’s budget...
Malta government rejects immunity bid by businessman in journalist murder
Malta govt turned down a request from one of the island’s richest men for a pardon in return for cooperation in the investigation into a journalist’s murder
FG’s 10 million jobs target achievable — Fashola
The Minister of Works and Housing, Mr Babatunde Raji Fashola, has said the ministry would play a vital role in helping the administration to...
Okowa to Revenue Board: Carry out reforms to enhance revenue generation
Delta Governor, Senator (Dr.) Ifeanyi Okowa, has charged the state’s Board of Internal Revenue to carry out reforms that would enhance revenuet.
Buhari Administration Committed to Growth of MSMEs — Adebayo
Minister for Industry, Trade and Investment, Otunba Niyi Adebayo, has declared that “Nigeria is open for business!” Vanguard News
Britain will leave EU by January 31 – Boris Johnson
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Friday said that Britain would leave the EU by Jan. 31 at the latest if his Conservative Party wins a majority...
Court annuls sack of FUOYE’s Lecturer, orders immediate reinstatement
Court sitting in Abuja has annulled the sack of Prof. Adeyemi Oluwagbemiga of the Federal University, Oye Ekiti (FUOYE), by management of the university.
Just in: Supreme court removes prominent monarch in Oyo State
The supreme court on Friday removed a prominent monarch in Oyo state, Eleruwa of Eruwa. The Eruwa is governed by a Monarch whose recognized traditional title is Eleruwa which means the owner/ruler of Eruwa. Details later…
CrowdOwnership: LandWey launches online investment platform for real estate co-ownership
In a bid to create a profitable, vibrant and viable entry into real estate investment by pooling intending real estate investors together to collectively...
Anfield expansion plans announced – Reds will have 3rd biggest stadium, with Kop ‘dwarfed’ by Annie Road End
Liverpool have announced plans to increase the capacity of Anfield to around 61,000 – with roughly 7,000 additional seats being added to the Anfield Road End. The Echo state that these ticket…
‘Kylian will join Real Madrid,’ says Vasilyev
Monaco’s vice president Vadim Vasilyev says Kylian Mbappe will eventually become a Real Madrid player. The young Frenchman, already one of the best on the planet despite being just 20-years-old, ha…
Juncker: The Blocking of Negotiations with Northern Macedonia and Albania Is Shameful
Jean-Claude Juncker, the head of the European Commission, wrote a daily editorial on Politico on his last business day, according to BGNES. In it, Juncker takes a backward glance at the weaknesses and successes of his five-year term as head of the European executive branch.
European Space Agency with a Record Budget
European Space Agency (ESA) members agreed Thursday a record 14.4 billion euros budget, promising to maintain Europe's place at the top table as the United States and China press ahead and industry disruptors such as Elon Musk's Space X present new challenges, AFP reported.
Govt extends deadline for mandatory FASTags by two weeks to December 15
The government extended the deadline for making FASTag mandatory for toll payments on national highways to December 15 .
Ultimate sufferer is common Mumbaikar: Fadnavis after CM Thackeray stays Aarey car shed work
Devendra Fadnavis said the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) had given Rs 15,000 crore for the metro project on "nominal" interest rates.
Shocked to hear about rape, murder of Telangana doctor, says Rahul Gandhi
Evidence gathered from the crime scene suggests rape, but that has not been confirmed yet as the body is completely charred, sources in the police told India Today.
Gross Domestic Product growth falls to 4.5% in Q2 of 2019-20
The Gross Domestic Product growth fell to 4.5 per cent in the second quarter of the year 2019-20.
Telangana doctor murder: They raped, smothered, burnt her after hatching crime over drinks
The accused saw the woman parking her scooter near a toll plaza, one of them then punctured her scooter's tire when she was not around while another offered to help her fix it when she came back, telling her all repair shops were closed. They then raped the doctor, killed her and set her on fire.
If this is not recession, what is? Opposition slams govt after India's GDP growth dips | Reactions
Speaking at the National Economy Conclave, CPI(M) leader Sitaram Yechury referred to the recent GDP numbers and said, "This is the New India. This government wants a Hindu Rashtra which they want to do keeping states at bay."
India's fiscal deficit touches Rs 7 trillion, surpasses annual target in seven months
India’s fiscal deficit in the first seven months through October stood at Rs 7.2 trillion, or 102.4 per cent of the budgeted target for the current fiscal year, government data showed on Friday.
Fisker Ocean will start at $379 per month under subscription service
Fisker said Wednesday its forthcoming Ocean electric luxury SUV will start at $379 a month under its flexible lease program. That's after a $2,999 down payment, however, and it doesn't include insurance.
Black Friday deal: Save £80 on iPhone XR with Argos
Argos has knocked a further £80 off the iPhone XR, a great-value handset that already received a price cut this autumn. Grab this excellent deal now!
Armagh tile solutions company create 20 new jobs in Dublin with €3m investment
Armatile announced plans to create 20 new jobs and invest €3m in a new luxury showroom and design hub in Dublin.
Taoiseach confirms plans have been made to take care of Lisa Smith's child
The Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said he is satisfied with plans put in place to care for Lisa Smith's child when she and her daughter return to Ireland.
Donohoe responds to corporation tax warnings
Ireland will have to prepare for a fall in lucrative corporation taxes in the coming years, the Finance Minister admits.
Canada: GDP masks sharp improvement in Canadian business investment for Q3 – TDS
Commenting on Friday's Gross Domestic Report from Canada, "GDP growth was in line with market expectations, with the Canadian economy growing 1.3% (an
India: Economy grew 4.5% in Q2 vs. 4.7% expected
The data published by the Ministry of Statistics on Friday revealed that the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in India expanded by 4.5% following the %5 g
OPEC oil output falls 110,000 bpd in November to 29.57M bpd – Reuters
Crude oil output by the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries fell 110,000 barrels per day (bpd) in November to 29.57 million bpd, a Reute
Canada Q3 GDP growth slower, but details better – RBC
Nathan Janzen – Senior Economist at Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) – offered his take on Friday's release of the Canadian GDP report, which showed a shar
Euro area flash inflation: Higher core, temporarily – Nordea
Analysts at Nordea Markets see a stronger than expected rise in the Eurozone inflation in November as a temporary surge until year-end and continue to
US-China trade war news: Clash around law supporting Hong Kong
While harsh statements from Chinese and Hong Kong diplomats to the US should have potentially dragged the Asian shares to south, losses are limited ah
Focus will be on Canadian GDP – TDS
Analysts at TD Securities (TDS) offered a brief preview of Friday's only important release of the Canadian GDP growth figures, scheduled later during
US Dollar Index clinches 6-week highs beyond 98.50
DXY moves beyond the 98.50 level. The index records fresh multi-week highs. US 10-year yields climb to highs near 1.78%. The greenback, in terms of t
Eurozone inflation jumps more than expected in November – ING
The increase in both headline and core inflation was driven by strong growth in services prices. Still, don't assume this has implications for the Eur
India GDP growth: a six-and-a-half-year low – ANZ
Analysts at Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ANZ) offered their take on Friday's release of Indian GDP report, which showed a further decelera
ACB Stock Price: Aurora Cannabis Inc. sets higher lows, shrugging off financial fears
Aurora Cannabis Incorporated, which is headquartered in Edmonton and trades at the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE) has risen on Thursday at and closed at
Canada: Economy grew at annualized rate of 1.3% in Q3 vs. 1.2% expected
The Canadian economy expanded 1.3% on a yearly basis in the third quarter supported by higher household spending and business investment, the data pub
USD/CAD edges back closer to 1.3300 handle, focus shifts to Canadian GDP
The USD/CAD pair edged higher during the early European session on Friday, with bulls making a fresh attempt to reclaim and build on the momentum beyo
ECB Board nominee Schnabel: September stimulus can be justified by current inflation data
The European Central Bank's (ECB) September stimulus could be justified by current inflation data as well as the outlook for inflation over the medium
Gold Technical Analysis: Metal remains under precious below $1465/oz
On the daily chart, gold remains under selling pressure near the November lows while trading below the 1465 resistance level and the 50/100 SMAs
When is the Canadian GDP report and how could it affect USD/CAD?
Friday's economic docket highlights the release of monthly Canadian GDP growth figures for October, scheduled to be published at 13:30 GMT. Statistics
‘Elected representatives should lead Afghanistan peace settlement’: India
India has issued a note of caution for the United States peace efforts in Afghanistan with the Taliban saying that the elected representatives should be the
WWF India Job Senior Project Officer 2019
Human-elephant conflict (HEC) threatens the lives and livelihoods of both humans and Asia’s elephants, constituting one of the most serious threats
Kavango West residents say their votes should result in development
-Some Kavango West residents say their votes should result in bringing the much-needed development to the region.
Nigeria’s First Digital Economy Diagnostic Reveals a Vibrant Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
The World Bank Group today launched its first Nigeria Digital Economy Diagnostic Report during an eSummit hosted by the government. The report reveals that although Nigeria is the largest mobile market in Sub Saharan Africa with a strong mobile broadband infrastructure and a vibrant digital entrepreneurial ecosystem, the lack of infrastructure and connectivity in the […]
Q&A: How PSD2 will impact fraud on Black Friday
With online spending continuing to rise online for Black Friday, web retailers need to consider how best to ensure PSD2 compliance in order to keep consumers secure without compromising their user experience.
India quarterly growth falls to worst level in six years
India's economy grew at its slowest pace in more than six years in the July-September period, down to 4.5 percent from 7.0 percent a year ago, according to government figures released Friday that piled more pressure on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
German Amazon workers strike on 'Black Friday'
More than 2,000 Amazon workers in Germany walked off the job as the US online retailer kicked off its
Score an extra 20% off these gadgets with this Black Friday sale
Whether you are looking for an upgrade or searching for a gift, Black Friday is always a good time to go shopping for new tech. Finding the best discounts can be a challenge, so we decided to do th…
Watch the kabuki version of The Last Jedi
Rennosuke and the Three Light Sabers adapts to kabuki the story of Kylo Ren from the end of The Force Awakens through the end of The Last Jedi. It opens with the destruction of Starkiller Base: The…
"Start Wearing Purple" as sung by Sesame Street's Count
This. is. amazing. Purple Count singing Gogol Bordello’s “Start Wearing Purple” — the entire song! Someone spent a long time making this mashup video but we don’t know who e…
That time Charlton Comics published a trans sci-fi story in 1953
Back in September, a rare print edition of Space Adventures #7—originally published by the new-defunct Charlton Comics in 1953—sold for $1,800. The comic book speculator market isn’t normally…
Don't Buy Anyone a Ring Camera
There’s a chance you had never heard of Ring cameras before Amazon bought the company for as much as $1.8 billion last year. It’s possible that Ring still wasn’t on your radar earlier this year, when reports emerged that the home security giant had partnered with scores of police departments, funneling videos and user data in some dystopian effort to make a profit by fighting crime and eradicating privacy. But there’s a good chance that you’re going to see a Ring video doorbell on sale—possibly bundled with an Amazon Echo—this Black Friday.
Metro Vancouver bus stop stabbing victim on his incredible survival story
It was a cold night in December 2011 and the then-19-year-old, an avid transit user, was about to board the 701 bus, his last transfer to Maple Ridge.
Brahmachari Movie Review: Ninasam Sathish, Aditi Prabhudeva starrer is not short of entertainment quotient
Brahmachari Movie Review: In a film where the protagonist is the butt of most jokes, credit should go to Sathish for accepting to do it. He does his job of a soft-natured, mild-mannered good boy role quite well. Aditi Prabhudeva has the knack of getting into the skin of any character. The detailing given to the supporting characters is what makes them believable and gives the story a touch of reality. They are probably inspired from real characters and their mannerisms.
Uddhav Thackeray: Rise and rise of the ‘Son of the Soil’
From a shy, introvert, temperate wildlife photographer to an astute political organizer and now the Chief Minister of Maharashtra – the rise of Uddhav Thackeray is more than impressive.
Stubble to become a source of income, says Union Minister Kailash Chaudhary
Kailash Chaudhary said that the government is considering such measures, so that farmers do not need to burn stubble, instead they can increase their income.
Taiwan raises economic growth forecasts for 2019 and 2020
GDP benefits from Taiwanese businesses returning amid trade wars: DGBAS.Taiwan’s economy will grow by a higher-than-expected 2.64 percent this year and even by 2.72 percent in 2020, the government predicted Friday (November 29).
Massive multi-million-pound CarShop store to open in Little Stoke
A total of 65 jobs will be created
Continental Reinsurance Plc suspended from trading shares on NSE
Trading in the shares of Continental Reinsurance Plc has been suspended effective Thursday, 28 November 2019.
Dangote Sugar Refinery: Revenue recovers but cost pressures remain
Dangote Sugar in its recently released 9M 2019 financials reported a marginal y/y growth in revenue to N117.4 billion in 9M 2019.
C&I Leasing gets approval to list N539 million worth rights issue
C&I Leasing Plc has obtained approval of the Securities Exchange Commission (“SEC) to open subscription of a rights issue of N539 million.
Border Closure: Nigeria short of N338 billion worth of rice
Nigeria has recorded N338.6 billion shortage of rice at the Malaysian price of $421 per tonne as a result of border closure.
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Breasts - Know 6 Facts About Boobs come in a wide range of shapes and sizes.Read few strange facts about human breasts at thehealthsite.com
Vapid Peyote Gasser: the New Car in GTA Online
The Vapid Peyote Gasser is now available to buy in GTA Online, plus there's double rewards being dished for various activities and missions this week.
Double Fine CEO Gives a Quick Psychonauts 2 Update
Double Fine President and CEO Tim Schafer gives a little update on Psychonauts 2; basically to reassure fans that it's going well, and progress will even speed up with the addition of some of the RAD team.
Barratt hails £250m-plus injection to Scots economy
Housebuilder Barratt Developments’ Scottish operations have delivered a £256 million boost to the economy over the past year, marking a double-digit hike on 2018.
The best Fender Black Friday deals: the place to find money off Stratocasters and Telecasters
The electric and acoustic Fender guitars you should be looking for this Black Friday
3 Reasons Why Shorting McDonald’s (MCD) Stock Now Is a Bad Idea
Missing third quarter estimates and the firing of the CEO is why investors are short McDonald’s. There are reasons why you shouldn't.
Crypto Exchange Admits 'Missing' CEO Has User Funds Access Amid Exit Scam Fears
In a story reminiscent of the QuadrigaCX scandal, crypto exchange platform, IDAX Global, has no idea where its CEO is.
More pain for German car industry as Daimler axes 10,000 jobs
Luxury automaker Daimler said Friday it would scrap at least 10,000 jobs worldwide, the latest in a wave of layoffs to hit the stuttering German car industry as it battles with a costly switch to electric.
UK online supermarket Ocado strikes AI deal in Japan
UK online supermarket Ocado is venturing further outside its main market, announcing Friday a deal to provide artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities to Japanese retail giant Aeon.
Tim Berners-Lee: web inventor's plan to save the internet is admirable, but doomed to fail
Tim Berners-Lee is credited with inventing the world wide web and now he's calling on us to save it. The British engineer and computer scientist recently released a Contract for the Web – a list of ...
BPCL Privatisation: DIPAM Appoints Deloitte As Adviser For Strategic Sale Of India’s Second Largest Oil Refiner
Some global petrochemical giants, including Saudi Aramco have expressed interest in the assets of BPCL
Why Bailouts Are The Solution For Companies That Are Too Big To Fail
Ideal regulators may reduce the necessity of a bailout; but they may still be required in times of extreme duress.
Another Jolt To RCEP? Japan Not To Sign The Multi-Nation Regional Trade Deal If India Doesn’t Join
“All we are thinking of is negotiations including India,” the Japanese Trade Minister added.
President Akufo-Addo expected to cut sod for commencement of Pwalugu Dam
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Happy Holidays from the White House: See 91 years of presidents' Christmas cards, from Trump to JFK to Coolidge, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - We've pulled together 66 White House holiday cards from the past nine decades — including Trump, Obama, JFK, Coolidge, and more.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
How to switch desktops on a Windows 10 computer and organize your activities on multiple virtual desktops, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - You can easily switch desktops in Windows 10 and organize your activities by opening and switching between multiple virtual desktops.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Thousands of people across Europe are protesting and striking against Amazon on Black Friday, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - In Germany employees went on strike, and in some warehouses do not plan to return to work until after Cyber Monday.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
PHOTOS: Dyson's new global HQ is in one of Singapore's most historic sites - see how St James Power Station evolved over the last 92 years, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The 92-year old building has gone from a simple power station to being abandoned, and then becoming one of Singapore's largest nightlife hubs.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Related stories about miscarriage and pregnancy:
Business Insider - A chemical pregnancy happens when an egg and a sperm combine, but no embryo forms. You can still get a positive pregnancy test result.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Shopping in these 4 popular Malaysian cities just got a lot easier for Singaporeans with NETS ATM cards, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - NETS ATM cards can now be used in Malaysia across 7,400 PayNet acceptance points - but only in these 4 cities.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Black Friday 2019: The best deals online at Amazon, Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and more stores, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Black Friday 2019 is here. Save yourself time and enjoy those Thanksgiving leftovers by shopping our researched list of the best deals in real-time.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Disney Plus: Everything you need to know about Disney's new ad-free streaming service, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Disney Plus, the on-demand, ad-free streaming service for Disney fans, is live. Here's everything you need to know.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Xbox Black Friday deals are live now — here are the best discounts on Xbox One consoles and games, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The Xbox is one of the most popular gaming consoles. Here are the best Black Friday deals on the Xbox One S, Xbox One X, and games in 2019.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Boris Johnson promises to give state aid to UK companies to stop them collapsing after Brexit, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The prime minister announced that he would remove EU rules preventing the government from awarding contracts to UK-based businesses.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Black Friday deals on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation VR are live now — here are the best ones, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The PlayStation 4 is one of the most popular gaming devices on the market. Here are all the best deals on the PS4, PS4 Pro, and more.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Goldman Sachs is going through a huge transformation under CEO David Solomon. Here's everything you need to know., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Here's the latest news about Goldman Sachs.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Trump's visit to Afghanistan was so secret the White House sent generic Thanksgiving tweets from his account to avoid questions about why he didn't post for 13 hours, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The White House took a series of measures to ensure total secrecy when President Donald Trump visited troops in Afghanistan on Thanksgiving.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Jennifer Aniston made enchiladas just for Jimmy Kimmel after he criticized her annual Friendsgiving meal, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Aniston kept the promise she made on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' last year that she'd make a Mexican meal for him instead of the traditional turkey.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
How to update the Safari browser on your Mac computer by installing the latest version of macOS, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - You can update the Safari browser on a Mac computer by updating to the latest version of macOS. Here's how to do it.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
The 16 best new hotels in Europe that every traveler should visit, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Sleeper magazine, a hotel-design publication in the UK, has announced the winners of its third annual Ahead Europe Awards.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Buckingham Palace is hiring a 'Director of Royal Travel' to make sure the royals take cost-effective, environmentally-friendly trips, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The position within the royal household comes with a generous salary of up to $110,000, according to the job advertisement.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
32 Black Friday photos that were taken at the perfect time, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - From photos of kids falling asleep on their shopping bags to images of people fighting over TVs, these pictures were taken at the perfect time.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
I got my teeth straightened through an online service called Candid for under $2,000 — here’s how it works, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Learn about how Candid is different from SmileDirectClub, what to expect from the treatment from beginning to end, and the cost of Candid's aligners.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Jeffree Star Cosmetics is having 2 of its biggest sales of the year for Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Throughout both sales, customers in the United States can get free domestic shipping on their orders.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Chrissy Teigen made a turkey out of fruit for her daughter's Thanksgiving potluck lunch, and it's the stuff of nightmares, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Teigen tweeted a clip about the Thanksgiving bird captioned "she's hideous I love her" and fans are split as to whether it's horrifying or brilliant.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Every time Chrissy Teigen and John Legend have opened up about their relationship, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Here are the times the musician and model have been honest about their romance, from talking about their sex life to their infertility struggles.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
5 signs you should immediately toss your leftover food, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - You should get rid of most cooked dishes after a few days — here are some red flags that your leftovers belong in the trash instead of your stomach.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
2 K-pop stars were jailed for raping a drunk, unconscious woman in a scandal that showed the industry's dark underbelly, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Choi Jong-hoon of FT Island was sentenced to five years and Jung Joon-young of Drug Restaurant was given six years by Seoul Central District Court.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Someone got their own '.gov' website by pretending to be a small-town mayor and filling out an online form, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The person reportedly used a fake Google Voice number and fake Gmail address in their application, which the government approved.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Will Smith posted a video of an actual turkey blocking his car on the highway on Thanksgiving: 'My dude, get out the street!', Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - "It definitely must be Thanksgiving when you got a damn turkey in the road," Smith says as he approaches the bird on the freeway.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Trtl is having a great Cyber Monday sale — its wildly popular travel pillows are under $20 today only, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Updated 12/2/19 at 3 pm ET: Trtl's popular travel pillows are up to 40% off on Cyber Monday. Here's where you can get the best deals.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
The wealth gap is one of the defining issues in the US right now, but proposals that punish the wealthy could be focusing on the wrong part of the problem, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - captionDemocratic presidential candidate, Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) speaks to her supporters after officially filing to be on the ballot for the New Hampshire state primary at the State House on…. Read more at businessinsider.sg
The Trump campaign trolled The Washington Post by claiming there was no evidence a picture of the president as Rocky Balboa was doctored, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Critics saw in President Donald Trump's campaign message a totalitarian disregard for the truth, but others saw the message as humorous trolling.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
'The markets are not thinking about it yet' — BlackRock boss Larry Fink reportedly expects political turmoil in 2020, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Political scientist Ian Bremmer said Fink shared his fears of a constitutional crisis in 2020, whether Trump is reelected or not.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
18 times celebrities got brutally honest about sex, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - From losing their virginity to the things they always do and never do, here's a round-up of times stars got honest about their sex lives.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
The 16 best new hotels in Europe that every traveler should visit, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Sleeper magazine, a hotel-design publication in the UK, has announced the winners of its third annual Ahead Europe Awards.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
The hottest destination for RV travelers right now is a 200-acre park with natural springs in northern Florida, and it's becoming Instagram-famous for its unbelievably clear water, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Ginnie Springs, Florida is a private campsite with seven natural springs and its the most popular travel destination for clients of the Airbnb of RVs.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Singtel's Christmas film is about an entitled teen who must have the latest phone - and we can probably all relate, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - And so the battle of the touching videos on social media begins.... Read more at businessinsider.sg
Jennifer Aniston celebrated Thanksgiving with her ex Justin Theroux, Courteney Cox, and more of her famous friends, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The "Morning Show" star gathered with a few A-listers — including Jimmy Kimmel and Jason Bateman — for the holiday, which she calls "Fakesgiving.". Read more at businessinsider.sg
Costco extends its Thanksgiving day promotions after its website crashes for several hours, preventing furious customers from shopping the deals, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - "I just want to spend my money on your site... why is it so hard?" one Costco shopper wrote on Twitter on Thursday.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
China's true economic growth could be half of what everyone thinks, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - GDP growth could be as low as half the official number and that markets are likely overestimating China’s importance for the global economy.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Microsoft's Black Friday deals are available now — save hundreds on the Surface Pro 7, the Surface Laptop 3, the Xbox One, and more, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Check out all of the best Microsoft Black Friday deals in 2019 on the Surface, Xbox, and more. The Surface Pro 7 and Surface Laptop 3 are on sale.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
#RIPPriyankaReddy: Akshay Kumar, Sona Mohapatra Condemns Doctor Priyanka Reddy’s Tragic Death
The world has become a horrible place to live in and day after day we get to hear some or the other sad news. India was shaken when the news about a south Doctor Priyanka Reddy came out. Priyanka Redd
Bigg Boss 13: Ammy Virk’s Brother FINALLY Breaks His Silence On Relationship Rumours With Himanshi Khurana!
Bigg Boss 13 has been making headlines ever since the show has begun. Earlier today we reported how the internet is going crazy on Asim Riaz’s reaction to Paras Chhabra last night after they got int
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This weekend’s release ‘Commando 3’ has got off to a poor start, with business of around 10% in morning trading in India. According to Box Office India, the film’s opening is said to be on par with ‘Marjaavaan’, which released earlier this month. However, the latter had good music and a popular star cast to […]
Deals: Massively Expand Your Switch Storage With Huge Black Friday Discounts On 1TB SanDisk Micro SD Cards
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Power Stone-Style Brawler LastFight Is Launching This Week On The eShop
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Monster black hole that is so big it 'should not even exist' was discovered
A massive black hole was discovered and it is so big it "should not even exist."
Inheritance should be a windfall, not part of retirement plan, experts say
'The difficulty with inheritance is: you don't know at that point in time what's going to happen,' said Tony Maiorino, head at RBC Wealth Management Services
Why India needs deep-tech start-ups
Deep technologies hold the key to social development as well as data security. But India’s progress in this area has been slow
Sugar companies' profit set to rise on firmer prices
The profit of sugar companies is expected to improve with prices firming up on the back of lower sugar production. Domestic sugar production for sugar season started in October was revised downwards
SCHOTT Glass to double capacity at Jambusar plant in Gujarat
Commits to infuse Euro 26 million by next year
DHFL: RBI initiates corporate insolvency resolution process
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday filed an application for initiation of corporate insolvency resolution process against the financially stressed Dewan Housing Finance Corporation Ltd (DHFL) u
Fiscal deficit exceeds budget estimates during April-October on lower tax receipts
Constrained by lower tax collection, the Centre’s fiscal deficit exceeded the budget estimate during first seven months (April-October) itself. Fiscal deficit is the difference between income and the
GDP data: All three engines driving economic growth are stalling
While the concerted decline in economic drivers calls for multi-pronged efforts to arrest it, stimulus measures so far have focussed mainly on an investment revival
GDP growth slumps to 6-year low of 4.5% during July-September
Dragged by dip in consumption and exports
‘Steel output target of 300 mt is challenging amid issues over raw material availability’
The Indian steel industry will be able to achieve its crude steel production target of 300 million tonnes (mt) by 2030 only if the issues surrounding raw material availability are addressed. The st
IOB elevates Bhuwan Chandra as CFO
Public sector Indian Overseas Bank has announced the elevation of Bhuwan Chandra as its Chief Financial Officer with effect from December 1. Chandra succeeds Radha Venkatakrishnan who is superannuatin
Police Trash Basic Rule of Law Principle
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Amazon tax must be delayed in light of service shutdowns
The New Zealand Taxpayers’ Union is calling on the Government to delay the introduction of the ‘Amazon tax’ in light of reports Amazon will withdraw its international websites while it processes how to comply with new GST rules, says the New Zealand Taxpayers’ Union.
Time to move e-scooters off footpaths
The decision to ban certain brands of e-scooter doesn’t mean the remaining e-scooters are safe, says the car review website dogandlemon.com.
Fisher Funds takes gong for Fund Manager of the Year
Fisher Funds was crowned overall Good Returns Fund Manager of the Year at the inaugural Good Returns Research IP awards ceremony, held last night in Auckland.
Govt changes rules with 22 days left on ‘buy-back’
“The Government has once again shifted the goalposts on licenced firearms owners with just 22 days remaining in the failing gun ‘buy-back’”, according to ACT Leader David Seymour.
Hamilton is the place to play!
Hamilton City Council was recognised at the New Zealand Recreation Awards held last night (Thursday 28 November) for its innovative Play Strategy which focuses on making Hamilton a great place for everyone to play.
Yawning trans-Tasman salary gap for medical specialists
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The Liveris Formula: Dow’s Inclusive Capitalism
Parasites have a certain weight in history. Donors to a system, a state, a company, always claim to be giving back what they advertise as their hard earned cash. Andrew N. Liveris is one such character. Former CEO of the Dow Chemical corporation, he is a face associated with a company that was responsible for manufacturing the defoliating Agent Orange and napalm.
'For us, the case is closed' - Sancho dropped by Dortmund for disciplinary reasons
The German club insist they do not have plans to sell the England teenager in the next window, however.
Saturn Cloud Inc. Launches Breakthrough Parallel Computing Technology to Accelerate Big Data Analytics
Saturn Cloud's Python-native parallel computing product is released one month after closing $4 million seed round
UK PM Johnson says Britain will leave EU by Jan. 31
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Friday said that Britain would leave the EU by Jan. 31 at the latest if his Conservative Party wins a majority...
Amazon's latest Black Friday deals include huge savings on Shark Vacuum Cleaners
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Whitesands decision delay blasted by campaigners
A decision by Scottish ministers into the fate of the flood defence scheme is now expected in the New Year - despite reporters submitting their findings in September.
FG Embarks On Moves To Retrieve Nigeria’s Stolen Artefacts
The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has launched the campaign for the return of Nigeria’s stolen Artifacts from around the world.
HP’s Black Friday deals aren’t messing around
[This week, Destructoid is brought to you by the HP Store. This is a sponsored post.] HP is offering up a slew of high-quality holiday deals for its array of Omen, Spectre, and Envy gaming systems, monitors, and accessories. The sale is liv...
The wealth gap is one of the defining issues in the US right now, but proposals that punish the wealthy could be focusing on the wrong part of the problem
A wealth tax could have cut Jeff Bezos’ fortune in half and made Bill Gates $US61 billion less rich, but it might not do anything to make the economy feel more fair to the middle class, Bloomberg columnist Noah Smith argued in a recent column.
'The markets are not thinking about it yet' — BlackRock boss Larry Fink reportedly expects political turmoil in 2020
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink is reportedly worried about political instability in 2020, and doesn’t view investors as awake to the risks.
Dyche backs fit-again Drinkwater but Burnley future unclear
Burnley manager Sean Dyche said he has not decided about signing Danny Drinkwater permanently with the midfielder's injury-hit loan spell set to ...
Newborn suffocated the first time he was on bed with a sleeping parent: Coroner
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Indian retailer Future's shares surge as regulator approves Amazon investment
Shares in Future Retail Ltd surged 13per cent on Friday, after India's antitrust body approved a deal that would give Amazon.com Inc a minority ...
Mediacorp remains best radio network in Singapore: Nielsen survey
SINGAPORE: Mediacorp remains the number one radio network in Singapore, according to the results of the latest Nielsen Radio Diary Survey released ...
China limits number of rides drivers can offer through car-pooling services
China's Ministry of Transport said car-pooling services have to limit the daily number of rides drivers can offer through apps such as Didi ...
South Korea cuts growth forecast to lowest in decade
SEOUL: South Korea's central bank on Friday (Nov 29) cut its growth forecast for this year to 2 per cent, which would be the weakest rate in a ...
BMW, Great Wall to build new China plant for electric cars
BMW and its partner Great Wall Motor said they plan to build a plant in China with a capacity of 160,000 cars per year, and which will produce ...
Bonanza Creek Energy: Strong Operational Performance Adds To Its Value
Bonanza Creek has delivered at the high end of production expectations while spending towards the lower end of its original capex budget.Production growth may be lower in 2020 as it attempts to minimi
FPA Crescent Fund Q3 2019 Commentary
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E.ON SE (ENAKF) CEO Johannes Teyssen on Q3 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
E.ON SE (OTCPK:ENAKF) Q3 2019 Earnings Conference Call November 29, 2019 03:30 AM ET Company Participants Carsten Thomsen-Bendixen - Interim Head of Communications and Political Affairs Group Spokesma
Alta Fox Opportunities Fund, L.P. Q3 2019 Quarterly Letter
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Lukoil: Solid Q3 Results Ensure High Yields
Lukoil performed better than expected in Q3 2019.I expect Lukoil to generate strong FCF in the medium term.Lukoil is one of the best quality stocks in the Russian stock market.
Business Cycle Data And Investor Sentiment Supportive Of Higher Equity Prices
One factor impacting investor sentiment at the moment may be the fact the equity market has generated strong returns to date in 2019.With the strong equity market returns in 2019, investors seem to be
November Portfolio Update - Prefs And Finance
This month saw a smaller amount of overall investments, mostly going into finance, some oil/energy, preferred stock, and other debt instruments.FX is somewhat improved, but still at prohibitive levels
Mayar Fund's Q3 2019 Letter To Partners
We invest globally in great businesses that have durable economic moats, favorable customer economics, consistent financial results, high and stable returns on capital, strong cash flow generation, an
Humana: Patience Will Likely Achieve A Lower Buy Price
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The Looming Calendar Anomaly In Junk Bonds
A seasonal supply/demand imbalance in high-yield bond markets has traditionally led to strong performance in December and January. This has led to a historically bankable strategy to capture alpha fro
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Evolution Mining's Red Lake Mine Acquisition - A Bet On Exploration Success
Newmont Goldcorp will sell the Red Lake mine to Evolution Mining for $375 million, plus contingency payments of up to $100 million.Evolution will invest $100 million to improve the mine operations and
Vanguard International Dividend Appreciation ETF: Exposure To High-Quality Foreign Stocks
VIGI screens for non-U.S. stocks with at least a seven-year consecutive history of increasing the dividend amount.Fund has outperformed some other widely traded foreign stock ETFs in recent years.VIGI
PIMCO Enhanced Short Maturity Active ETF: A 'Better Than Cash' Alternative
MINT is a low-risk bond-based exchange-traded fund with a focus on capital preservation and liquidity while offering yields above Treasuries through a monthly dividend.Actively managed strategy is uni
Cotton - The Fluffy Fiber Continues To Work Its Way Higher
A recovery to 96.50 cents ran out of steam in June 2018.Cotton falls to just over the 2016 bottom.A bullish pattern since late August.Levels to watch in the cotton market.BAL is the cotton ETN product
The Asset Allocator: Meb Faber - All-Time Highs Are 'Nothing To Be Afraid Of' (Podcast)
ETF manager, author and popular investment blogger Mebane Faber addresses the asset allocation issues of the day. Among our topics in this wide-ranging interview:Faber does not look askance at buy-and
Do Activist Investors Create Value?
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MTAA Super and Tasplan to merge in a $23 billion superannuation deal
The industry superannuation sector will see the arrival of a $23 billion giant with the merger of MTAA Super and Tasplan Super from October 1 2020.
Publisher says he’s hearing interest in non-profit turn
NEW YORK — The publisher of the nation’s first daily newspaper to be granted non-profit status says he’s since heard from a “few dozen” lawyers and news executives curious about whether the Salt Lake Tribune’s approach could work elsewhere. Tribune publisher Paul Huntsman learned earlier this month that the Internal Revenue Service had approved the …
KSE-100 index crosses 39,000 points to 9-month high
KSE-100 index crosses 39,000 points to 9-month high.
Africa is “cradle of mankind” and these are some of the continent’s oldest tribes
A good number of indigenous African tribes are believed to be the direct descendants of the earliest man and carry unique DNA markers. This feeds into the widely held belief that humans evolved from Africa millions of years ago. Throughout European civilization some Africans dropped some of their cultures and have taken up some westernised...
Thousands Rally In Kabul To Condemn Electoral 'Fraud'
Thousands of supporters of Afghan Chief Executive Abdullah Abdullah have marched in Kabul in a rally the organizers said was aimed at condemning and preventing electoral fraud.
UCF sorority suspended amid hazing accusations
The University of Central Florida has suspended a sorority amid complaints that members forced others to drink and take drugs until they blacked out during hazing.
Phishing emails are still managing to catch everyone out
While the move to cloud computing is boosting security for some parts of the business, basic mistakes are still giving hackers a foot in the door.
Xbox Boss: Scarlett Will Get First-Party Game Every 3 – 4 Months
Xbox’s Matt Booty sets out plans for Scarlett first party support In an interview with GamesRadar+, the head of Xbox Game Studios gave insight into the company’s plans for 2020 and beyond, and how it aims to leverage its ever growing number of first party studios to deliver more games to Xbox and Windows players. […]
Boris Johnson promises to give state aid to UK companies to stop them collapsing after Brexit
The prime minister announced that he would remove EU rules preventing the government from awarding contracts to UK-based businesses.
Will Smith posted a video of an actual turkey blocking his car on the highway on Thanksgiving: 'My dude, get out the street!'
"It definitely must be Thanksgiving when you got a damn turkey in the road," Smith says as he approaches the bird on the freeway.
The wealth gap is one of the defining issues in the US right now, but proposals that punish the wealthy could be focusing on the wrong part of the problem
A wealth tax could have cut Jeff Bezos' fortune in half and made Bill Gates $61 billion less rich, but it might not do anything to make the economy feel more fair to the middle class, Bloomberg columnist Noah Smith argued in a recent column.
Parineeti Chopra's 'The Girl On The Train' to clash with Sushant Singh Rajput's 'Dil Bechara' on 8th May 2020
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Fiscal deficit hits 102% of budget estimate till October
India Business News: The country's fiscal deficit hit 102.4% of 2019-20 Budget Estimate (BE) at Rs 7.2 lakh crore at the end of October. The fiscal deficit or the gap betw
Mo Farah says targeting track return at Tokyo Olympics
More sports News: Mo Farah announced on Friday he was targeting a return to the track to compete in the 10,000 metres at next year's Olympic Games.
GDP at 4.5%: 'Worrying,' says Manmohan Singh; 'fundamentals strong,' counters govt
India Business News: India's GDP growth hit an over six-year low of 4.5 per cent in July-September 2019, triggering a war of words between the government and the oppositio
Forex kitty continues to move up, closes in $449 billion mark
India Business News: Foreign exchange reserves continued the upward move, gaining by a modest $347 million to touch a new high of $448.6 billion in the week to November 22
In a first, RBI sends DHFL to NCLT for debt resolution
India Business News: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday sent the troubled mortgage lender Dewan Housing Finance (DHFL) for bankruptcy proceedings, making it the fir
Sensex falls 336 points to close at 40,794 ahead of GDP data; Nifty below 12,050
India Business News: Equity indices on Friday ended in red with the benchmark BSE sensex plunging over 300 points ahead of quarterly GDP growth data release. The 30-share
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Gov. Andrew Cuomo failed to secure a new Amazon headquarters in New York last year. It was a massive hit, as the company had pledged to bring 25,000 jobs to the state, in exchange for $3 billion in state and local tax breaks. Some of the blame was lobbed against progressive freshman U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who had been urging her supporters to fight against the company's move. She celebrated in the halls of Congress when she heard the news Amazon had backed out of its plans for Queens.
Johnson concedes only 31,000 new nurses will be recruited under Tory plans
The PM also said he would ‘walk out’ of trade talks with the US if it wanted the NHS to be on the table.
Newcastle boss Bruce to persevere with front three despite lack of goals
Joelinton, Miguel Almiron and Allan Saint-Maximin have managed just one goal between them in their time on Tyneside.
Rail operator vows extra compensation for disrupted passengers
West Midlands Trains said timetable changes in May led to disruption on its London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway services.
Aston Villa boss Smith says job is ‘everything he wanted’
The boyhood Villa fan joined the club in October last year.
Former JSPCA chief executive pleads guilty to fraud
THE former chief executive of the JSPCA has pleaded guilty to defrauding the charity and has been remanded in custody.
I would now vote to leave the EU, says oil tycoon Sir Ian Wood
The businessman and philanthropist voted to remain in 2016 but said the UK could be ‘better off’ outside of the bloc.
Bring a book, help a child
Bring a new or gently used book to the opening of the Global Child Literacy Centre tomorrow at Evangel Church in Kelowna.
$5.8B deficit over 6 months
The federal government ran a deficit of $5.8 billion over the first six months of its 2019-20 fiscal year compared with a surplus of $1.2 billion in the same period last year.
Save up to 50% on Bose headphones, speakers, and home audio
Even if audiophiles would probably disagree, I'd say you can't go wrong with Bose if you're a regular consumer in need of good sound quality. Amazon
OnePlus 7 Pro Price Slashed By $150 With This Red Hot Black Friday Deal
Today's Black Friday sale sees the OnePlus 7 Pro discounted by $150, which brings its price down to an incredibly hot $549.
Intel Blames Qualcomm Bullying And Anticompetitive Practices For Modem Exit
Today, we're learning that Intel is placing direct blame on Qualcomm for its modem development problems which resulted in its unplanned sale. In
No change in prices of RON97, RON95 and diesel
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): The Ministry of Finance (MOF) today announced that the retail price of RON97 petrol will remain at RM2.66 per liter, while RON95 and diesel will remain at RM2.08 and RM2.18 per liter respectively, for the period of Nov 30 to Dec 6.In a statement issued today, MOF announced that petroleum retail prices were set weekly using the Automatic Pricing Mechanism (APM) formula, where the retail price of RON95 and diesel for the same period is
Boustead posts loss in 3Q on impairments in heavy industries and property divisions
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Diversified group Boustead Holdings Bhd recorded a net loss of RM155 million for the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2019, versus a net profit of RM7.3 million a year ago.The loss, the group said in a bourse filing, was due to impairments in the heavy industries and property divisions, totalling RM161.3 million, as well as weaker results in other divisions.The group reported a loss per share of 7.65 sen against earnings per share of 0.36
Time dotCom 3Q net profit rises as revenue improves
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): TIME dotCom Bhd’s third quarter net profit grew 3.77% to RM82.99 million or 14.19 sen per share, from RM79.98 million or 13.71 sen per share a year earlier, on the back of higher revenue.The telecommunication company also attributed the higher earnings in the quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 to a rise in interest income to RM2.5 million from RM1.8 million previously, a net write back of construction deposit of RM700,000 and an increase in share
Chinese investments in Malaysia halve, US inflow soars
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Chinese investments into Malaysia halved to US$1.7 billion in the first nine months of the year from a year ago, though US investments soared seven times to US$5.9 billion — reflecting a diversion of funds due to the Beijing-Washington trade clashes.Data provided by the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) to Reuters on Friday showed that China, traditionally the Southeast Asian country's biggest investor, has now slipped to third position behind the United States and Japan.Foreign
Mulpha International suffers big losses, dragged down by RM315 million impairment in 3Q
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): The whopping RM315.38 million impairment on its investment in an Australia-listed associate, AVEO, widened Mulpha International Bhd's net loss substantially to RM299.32 million in the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 (3QFY19) from RM6.65 million in the previous corresponding quarter.The hefty impairment offset the improved performance in the hospitality and property divisions, said the company in a filing with Bursa Malaysia.The company’s loss per share swelled to 93.69 sen for 3QFY19 from 2.08 sen for
Menang Corp posts loss in 1Q due to land clearing and earthworks expenses, corporate exercises
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Menang Corp (M) Bhd posted a net loss of RM503,000 in the first quarter ended Sept 30, 2019, compared with a net profit of RM967,000 in the corresponding quarter last year.In a bourse filing, the group attributed the loss to expenses stemming from land clearing, earthworks and provisions for the costs of proposed corporate exercises.It reported a loss per share of 0.1 sen compared with earnings per share of 0.2 sen last year.Quarterly revenue declined
SKP Resources 2Q net profit falls 11.4%
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): SKP Resources Bhd saw its net profit fall 11.4% year-on-year to RM24.91 million or 1.99 sen per share in its second quarter ended Sept 30, 2019, from RM28.1 million or 2.25 sen per share previously.This was despite a 2% rise in revenue to RM486.86 million from RM477.23 million, the electronics manufacturing services provider’s stock exchange filing today showed.This brings SKP Resources’ first-half net profit to RM43.4 million, down 19.5% from RM53.94 million in the preceding
Mudajaya back in the black after 13 straight quarterly losses
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): After logging 13 consecutive quarters of losses, Mudajaya Group Bhd has returned to the black with a net profit of RM812,000 in its third quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 (3QFY19).This was despite its revenue contracting 25.6% on year to RM110.18 million during the quarter under review from RM148.18 million in 3QFY18, due to the completion of its 49 megawatt (mW) solar photovolatic energy plant at Sungai Siput, Perak in November 2018, and the slow progress
Lion Industries posts fourth straight quarterly loss of RM110.6m
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Lion Industries Bhd reported a net loss of RM110.62 million for the first quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 (1QFY20) versus a net profit of RM19 million a year ago, including a lower margin of its steel division, and higher loss from associated companies and joint ventures.This marks its fourth consecutive quarterly loss.As a result, it registered a loss per share of 16.25 sen from 2.79 sen for 1QFY19, Lion Industries said in a filing with
QL Resources 2Q net profit up 15%
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Poultry farmer QL Resources Bhd saw its net profit rise 15.1% to RM69.68 million in its second financial quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 (2QFY20) from RM60.52 million a year ago, mainly due to higher sales from its marine product manufacturing (MPM) segment.This resulted in a higher earnings per share of 4.29 sen for 2QFY20 compared with 3.73 sen for 2QFY19.Revenue for the quarter rose 16.6% to RM1.07 billion from RM920.26 million a year ago.In a
Ibrahim Abdul Majid appointed as new CEO of Boustead Plantations
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Boustead Plantations Bhd today announced the appointment of Ibrahim Abdul Majid as its new chief executive officer (CEO), effective Dec 1.Ibrahim, 60, will take over from Mohamad Azlan Jaafar, who is standing in as acting CEO and will resume his responsibilities as deputy CEO.In a statement today, the group said Ibrahim has an extensive career in the palm oil industry, bringing with him 40 years of experience.He started his career with Sime Darby in 1979
IHH Healthcare posts RM236m in 3Q net profit on stronger contribution from its operations
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): IHH Healthcare Bhd reported a net profit of RM236.34 million for the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 (3QFY19) compared to a net loss of RM104.07 million a year ago.The regional healthcare group said the quarterly profit was driven by sustained organic revenue growth at existing operations.The boost to earnings also came from Gleneagles Hong Kong Hospital and Acibadem Altunizade Hospital, both opened in March 2017. In addition, Amanjaya Specialist Centre and Fortis Healthcare (“Fortis”),
Stocks slip on trade worries as record high stays elusive
LONDON (Nov 29): World shares slipped on Friday as a leading index strained for a record high, with nerves gnawing away from Asia to Europe over how, or when, the US and China can agree a truce in their damaging trade war.The MSCI All Country world index, which tracks shares in 49 countries, fell 0.2% to 548.48 points, short of a record 550.63 scaled in January 2018 before the tensions over trade between Washington and Beijing broke out.European shares
EM stocks fall on trade deal doubts; Lira firms on central bank comments
BENGALURU (Nov 29): Emerging markets stocks fell on Friday on worries that a new US law backing Hong Kong protesters could hinder progress in resolving the Sino-US trade war, while comments from the Turkish central bank breathed new life into the lira.MSCI's stock index for emerging markets fell nearly 1%, extending losses to the second straight session after US President Donald Trump signed into law on Wednesday legislation that supported the protesters, a move that China said it would
Shareholders of Singapore-listed POSH told to accept takeover offer by Kuok Group
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Minority shareholders of loss-making Singapore-listed PACC Offshore Services Holdings Ltd (POSH) have been advised to accept the voluntary conditional cash offer of S$0.215 by the Kuok Group, through its investment vehicle Quetzal Capital Pte Ltd.In a letter to the recommending directors in respect to the offer, independent financial adviser Provenance Capital Pte Ltd said the offer presents shareholders with a cash exit opportunity to realise their entire investment in the shares at a fixed price
Duopharma Biotech's 3Q earnings jump 21% on higher product demand
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Duopharma Biotech Bhd has reported a 21% jump in net profit to RM14.86 million for its third quarter ended Sept 30, 2019, from RM12.29 million a year ago.The pharmaceutical company said in an exchange filing today revenue rose 13.5% to RM142.86 million, from RM125.84 million in the year-ago third quarter.Duopharma Biotech's group managing director Leonard Ariff Abdul Shatar said the improved results reflected increased demand for the group's pharmaceutical products from the private and public
Hengyuan’s 3Q net loss narrows on turnaround plan
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Hengyuan Refining Company Bhd’s net loss narrowed in the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 to RM11.43 million from RM122.49 million a year earlier, due to higher revenue.Loss per share fell to to 3.81 sen from 40.83 sen, the group said in a filing today.Hengyuan said revenue for the quarter jumped 56% to RM3.23 billion from RM2.07 billion a year ago, as the refinery recorded sales volume of 10.7 million barrels.For the nine-month period, the
Eversendai 3Q net profit down 89%, hit by high expenses
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Higher operating and administrative expenses pulled down Eversendai Corp Bhd's net profit for the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 (3QFY19) by 88.8% to RM1.47 million from RM13.14 million a year ago.Eversendai said the significant increase in the operating and administrative expenses was partly due to higher depreciation expenses and other fixed costs expensed to income statement by its mechanical fabrication, installation and modularisation segment. This was due to the under-utilisation of the Ras Al
Company Asks Female Employees To Wear ‘Period Badges’ To End Stigma
A company in Japan is asking its female employees to wear a badge to signal when they’re on their period to beat the existing stigma
Gov’t bid to save wealth case vs Marcoses junked
FOR failing to present new arguments, the motion for reconsideration filed by the government in connection with the dismissal of the case against Marcoses and Tantocos was dismissed by the Sandiganbayan.
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Tories slammed by free market groups over state aid pledges
Business and free market groups slammed pledges today by Boris Johnson to expand state aid for businesses if the Conservative [...]
World shares mostly slide in ‘Black Friday' retreat
BEIJING (AP) - Stock markets mostly fell Friday as investors gauged whether renewed China-U.S. tensions might lead to a Black Friday sell-off, and with U.S. traders largely out for a long weekend.
Premier League says David Pemsel has resigned before starting his job as chief executive
LONDON (AP) - Premier League says David Pemsel has resigned before starting his job as chief executive.
Eurozone unemployment's falls to lowest rate since July 2008
LONDON (AP) - Unemployment across the 19-country eurozone has fallen to its lowest rate since July 2008 even though growth is cooling in the face of headwinds like the U.S.-China trade war and uncertainty related to Britain's departure from the European Union.
German auto industry group appoints former Merkel aide
BERLIN (AP) - An influential group representing the German auto industry has chosen Hildegard Mueller, who was once a senior aide to Chancellor Angela Merkel, as its new leader.
Newly discovered massive black hole ‘should not even exist,' astronomers say
The discovery of a massive black hole so monstrous it should not exist has left astronomers worldwide stumped, Astronomy magazine reported.
Amazon workers stage strike on Black Friday
BERLIN (AP) - Workers at Amazon distribution centers in Germany have gone on strike for better pay on Black Friday, one of the busiest days of the year for the online retailer.
Thai court fines Philip Morris $39.7 million for tax evasion
BANGKOK (AP) - A court in Thailand on Friday found the local unit of tobacco giant Philip Morris guilty of evading taxes by under-declaring the value of cigarettes it imported from the Philippines. It ordered the company to pay a fine of 1.2 billion baht ($39.7 million).
Publisher says he's hearing interest in nonprofit turn
NEW YORK (AP) - The publisher of the nation's first daily newspaper to be granted nonprofit status says he's since heard from a few dozen lawyers and news executives curious about whether the Salt Lake Tribune's approach could work elsewhere.
TymeBank already eyeing next million customers
After announcing the bank’s first million customers, CEO Tauriq Keraan reveals partnerships will unlock further growth.
Low subscriber numbers and debt kill Cell C Black
Disappointing subscriber numbers and a poorly executed strategy led to the closure of Cell C’s streaming service, Black.
Bottles of hot sauce recalled over 'risk of explosion'
Customers are advised to immediately return the sauce.
TheSixthAxis Black Friday Sale is now on!
Like the rest of the UK we at TheSixthAxis don't celebrate Thanksgiving but, also like the rest of the UK, we're going to have a Black Friday sale anyway. Step right up for bargains that will beat any
Bag a bargain in HP's sitewide Cyber Monday sale
If you've been considering an HP product in the past, now is the perfect time to invest. The company is offering 15% off its entire store until the end of Cyber Monday.
Tesla Cybertruck Prototype Spotted Driving Through Hawthorne, California
Unlike other Tesla reveals, the debut of the Cybertruck was actually fun because Elon Musk didn’t expect the driver’s window to shatter from throwing a steel ball. The quirky electric pickup is nothing more than a prototype for the time being, and as mentioned in a previous story, there’s a lot to redesign until Tesla kicks off series production.
This Star Wars Landspeeder Metal Replica Actually Drives, Built on a Golf Cart
With the upcoming release of the Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, we are now here to talk about bringing Luke-tech into real life. No, this isn't some teleportation shenanigan gone wrong (wait, that's Star Trek). Instead, we're looking at a replica of the Landspeeder the hero used to defy gravity, one that can be driven on the ground we normal humans use for walking.
Beijing Residents Enter Into Sham Marriages Just to Get a License Plate
Congestion, government restrictions and one of the most polluted cities in the world, how’s that for the perfect ingredients for romance? Residents of Beijing have resorted to sham marriages in order to beat the system and get a license plate for a new car.
Euro-Dollar Gets No Joy from Inflation Gains as German Politics and U.S. Tariff Threat Loom
The Euro vs the Dollar - Latest Exchange Rate News and Forecasts on the Euro Dollar Currency Pair Today
Goldman Sachs: Pound Sterling seen Above 1.20 vs. Euro and 1.30 vs. Dollar on Swift Brexit Resolution Following Conservative Majority
Foreign exchange analysts at Wall Street investment bank Goldman Sachs have updated their views on the British Pound, saying the currency can move notably higher than current levels were a Conservative majority delivered in the upcoming December 12 election
The Death of FX Volatility
Volatility in the Euro-Dollar exchange rate reached an all-time low this week, and dying volatility is being recorded in most other major currency pairs as we enter the final month of the year
The Purpose Of A Business
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Malta PM rejects immunity bid by top suspect in murder probe
Malta's Prime Minister Joseph Muscat has said his government rejected a request by a prominent businessman for immunity from prosecution in connection with the 2017 killing of investigative reporter Daphne Caruana Galizia.
Economic Slowdown: 4.5% Growth “Clearly Unacceptable", "Worrisome", Says Ex-PM Manmohan Singh
Indian economy needs to grow at 8-9% per year to fulfil people’s aspirations. Root cause for slowdown is Modi government's distrust of businessmen, says Singh.
On the outside, it's a Christmas market but behind it is an incredible story
In the midst of renovating a building to set up a new business with her husband, Stephanie Prentice thought everything in life was going well."I had no
China's financial warning signs flashing nearly everywhere as policymakers scramble
From rural bank runs to surging consumer indebtedness and an unprecedented bond restructuring, mounting signs of financial stress in China are putting the
Inspired by 3/11, Tokyo-based Looop advances to semifinals of Startup World Cup 2020
A startup that's friendly to both the environment and your wallet is two steps away from a $1 million prize. Renewable-energy company Looop Inc., which
Mo Farah targeting return to track at Tokyo 2020
Mo Farah announced Friday that he was targeting a return to the track to compete in the 10,000 meters at next year's Tokyo Olympics. The Briton has won dou
East Asia's political vulnerability
To avoid Latin America-style political crises, East Asian governments must ensure that their economic policies support equitable growth.
Govt to make hallmarking mandatory for gold jewellery
The government will make hallmarking for gold jewellery and artifacts mandatory from January 15, 2021, to ensure quality, Union Consumer Affairs Minister Ram Vilas Paswan said on Friday. The departmen
‘Market Raja MBBS’ movie review: This Arav-starrer neither has a script nor a purpose
An animated script about animated characters with animated performances that negates the basic conscience of cinema
Bengal sees big crowds for Aadhaar updations
To manage the crowds, UIDAI has decided to introduce online appointments in about 45 post offices across State
‘It was a ‘collision’ that became one big family’
NCPA’s theatre head, Bruce Guthrie on maximising the potential of the cultural institution, working in India and tapping into local talent
Last 2.5 years have been the safest in Railways’ history, says Piyush Goyal
The entire rail network will be electrified in India which is the only country in the globe that is experimenting to convert diesel engines into electric, he said.
Kerala Bank comes into being
Administrator rule of district cooperative banks ends
Stalin is lying about the local body polls, says Edappadi
The Chief Minister accused the Opposition leader of lying about the modality of conducting local body elections in Tamil Nadu
We are in a virtual free-fall, says Congress on GDP growth slip
The Congress on Friday took a swipe at the BJP government over the GDP growth falling to 4.5 per cent, and said this is the lowest GDP recorded in six years.Congress chief spokesperson Randeep Surjewa
Economy hit by climate of fear, says Manmohan Singh
Former Prime Minister warns of disastrous effects of a sharp slowdown in growth .
Solar-powered equipment for blacksmith inaugurated
SivagangaA solar-powered blower, hammer and an angle grinder for blacksmiths were inaugurated by R. Sundararajan, Assistant General Manager, Canara Bank, along with Mohan Bhaskar Hedge, Chief Executiv
Govt. orders land acquisition for last leg of river linking project
TIRUNELVELIThe Tamil Nadu Government, which is keen on commissioning the Tamirabharani – Karumaeniyar – Nambiyar linking project by December 2020, has released the government order for acquiring lands
GDP growth plunges to 4.5%, lowest since 2012
Official says fundamentals are strong, numbers will pick up.
Economy set to grow at much faster pace: P. K. Mishra
Mr. Mishra, however, acknowledged that in recent months India had witnessed a slowdown in growth.
Black Friday shoppers go mad for bargain toilet roll deal with 24 Andrex rolls for £2.50
Tesco has been spotted selling the cheapest toilet rolls of the year, with 24 rolls of Andrex for just £2.56 for Black Friday - but it's still unconfirmed whether or not the offer is available in every store
Dad who murdered newborn son by shaking him so hard he broke 28 bones jailed for life
Lee Vernon inflicted fatal head injuries on baby McKenzie Ellis in Broadstairs, Kent, then phoned emergency services to report his son was unconscious but claimed he didn't know why
Boris Johnson forced to clarify his defence of monarchy in Prince Andrew scandal
The Tory leader said 10 days ago the monarchy was 'beyond reproach' - but now he's made clear he was only talking about the Queen, not the entire royal family
Woman's fury at being unable to find train station car park spot - at 6.40am
Julie Camlin, from Huddersfield, spends hundreds as a season ticket holder at the St George's Square car park which has cut a number of its car parking spaces in recent months
Academic Conference: World Symposium on Investment Research
It is an annual event taking place on the first Sunday and Monday of May in some financial centers around the globe.
CEO of Crypto Exchange IDAX Global Disappears, Experiences “Impeded Withdrawals”
An opaque cryptocurrency exchange IDAX Global has reported that its CEO has disappeared. The news comes at a time when the exchange was experiencing "channel c
Sweden-based Online Payments Firm Klarna Reportedly Onboarded 60,000 Additional Merchants
Sweden-based Online payments company (and bank) Klarna reportedly became Europe’s highest valued Fintech in August 2019 with a market capitalization of around $5.5 billion. Klarna’s management stated on November 26 that it has onboarded 60,000 additional merchants worldwide in 2019, which represents an increase of about 140% from last year, when the company signed up 25,000 new customers. Klarna says the new merchants include major companies such as Abercrombie & Fitch, Expedia, H&M, River Island,
Bill Evans: Australian dollar to keep falling as RBA cuts
Via Bill Evans of Westpac on the RBA and the Australian dollar:
Fury in Malta over latest twist in slain reporter case
An intensifying probe into the murder of Caruana Galizia, who was blown up by a car bomb in October 2017, has destabilized Joseph Muscat's government, though the prime minister has rebutted repeated calls for his resignation.
Taliban say 'way too early' to speak of resuming talks with US
Most observers agree that a political settlement is the only way towards a lasting peace in Afghanistan, and since September diplomatic efforts to foster dialogue have continued.
Cree's CEO Talks About His Firm's Big 5G and Electric Car Opportunities
During a talk with TheStreet, Cree CEO Gregg Lowe shared plenty of details about the growth opportunities in front of his firm's Wolfspeed power semiconductor and materials unit.
India’s economic growth cools to six-year low
Slowdown in rate of expansion is latest sign of deepening gloom
Steinmetz fails to overturn $1.25bn arbitration award
London High Court tells mining group BSGR ‘no apparent bias or procedural irregularity’
US merger rush stirs debate over equities bull market
Some see signs of rally’s impending end in rash of multibillion dollar tie-ups
Bitcoin Price Analysis: BTC’s Consolidation To End-Up In a Huge Weekend Move?
It took just a few hours after we posted our previous Bitcoin price analysis, and Bitcoin broke out nicely the $7400 resistance, which is the neckline of
CME Group Bitcoin Futures Contract Expire Today, BTC Price Pushes Ahead
The monthly Bitcoin Futures Contracts of CME Group are set to expire today, as it’s the last trading Friday of the month. With the recent volatility, the
Niall McGarry steps down as Irish chief of Maximum Media
Founder of Maximum Media, Niall McGarry has stepped down from his executive role within the Irish branch of the company over controversies
Stormzy has just announced a massive Dublin gig for next September
Stormzy has just announced a huge 55-date ‘H.I.T.H. World Tour’ which includes a massive gig in Ireland next September.
Chinese investments in Malaysia halve, U.S inflow soars
Chinese investments into Malaysia halved to $1.7 billion in the first nine months of the year from a year ago, though U.S. investments soared seven times to $5.9 billion - reflecting a diversion of funds due to the Beijing-Washington trade clashes. Data provided by the Malaysian Investment Development
Daimler to ax at least 10,000 jobs in latest car industry cuts
Daimler said on Friday it will cut at least 10,000 jobs worldwide over the next three years, following others in the industry as they cut costs to invest in electric vehicles while grappling with weakening sales. It marks the third announcement on cost cuts this week by a major German car company as
Russia and China deepen ties with River Amur bridge
Russia and China have finished building the first road bridge linking their two countries, Russian officials said on Friday, in the latest sign of warming relations. The bridge across the River Amur will connect the cities of Blagoveshchensk in Russia's Far East and Heihe in northeastern China and
Black Friday Deals at Ulta -- Save Big on Kylie Cosmetics, Tarte Mascara and More
Today's the day! Stock up on essentials, gifts and splurges.
Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and XRP Lead Surprising List of Top Cryptocurrencies From Weiss Ratings
Weiss Ratings has released an updated list of its leading cryptocurrencies. The financial ratings agency is now tracking 125 crypto assets, ranking each based on its level of technology and adoption, as well as the risk/reward potential for investors. Although the ratings go from A+ to E-, none of the coins on the list have […]
Economic Crisis: GDP Growth Falls to 4.5% in July to September, Lowest in More Than 6 Years
India was the world’s fastest-growing economy until last year, posting quarterly growth rates of as high of 9.4% in 2016.
KBC 11 November 29 Finale Episode: Karamveer Sudha Murthy Takes The Hot Seat
KBC11 November 29 Finale Episode: Check out the toughest questions from tonight's episode.
Nokia 2720 Flip available on Amazon India before official launch
In a good news for Nokia fans, the smart feature phone Nokia 2720 Flip 4G has become available on Amazon India. It is a bit surprising as the HMD has to launch it officially yet, but one can now buy the device in India.
Rod Stewart: Rocker turned model railroad builder
LONDON (AP) — Rod Stewart, known for decades as a consummate crooner, rocker, fashion plate and tongue-in-cheek sex symbol, is adding a new element to his image: serious model railroad builder.The former front man of the Faces who has hits dating back to the 1960s has put the finishing touch on a 23-year project that has landed him on the cover of Britain’s Railway Modeller magazine. It’s a far cry from Rolling Stone, whose cover he has graced many times.The model is an ambitious portrayal of a gritty American city in 1945, representing a combination of New York and Chicago. It’s an artistic success, one that Stewart didn’t outsource but designed and constructed from start to finish, with some help with the electr
Early shoppers beat Black Friday rush
Hardy and deal-hungry shoppers lined up Thursday outside JCPenney at Penn Square Mall, waiting in the cold and occasional rain for the doors to open at 2 p.m. so they could snap up an air fryer or two, various electronics and big-discount clothes. “Honestly, with the Black Friday deals you get on clothes, it makes it worth it, getting a little elbow room,” said Ryan Johnson, who shopped with his wife, Jazzlyn. “Black Friday before too long is gonna start in October.” Black Friday has long been a favorite shopping day for gift-shopping Americans, or in some instances when shoppers sought just to treat themselves to something nice.
Stag Arms: The Go-To Manufacturer for AR-15s or Just Awful?
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How South Africans really feel about Black Friday, according to Twitter
It's finally Black Friday, and while some are maxing out their credit cards at both real and virtual shopping centres, others are trolling social media.
Why Bitcoin Price May Soon Jump 15% to $8,500: Trader Who Foresaw Decline to $6,600
It may have been Thanksgiving on Thursday, but Bitcoin (BTC) held its ground, managing to make a number of key time frame closes above the key $7,400
Germany Denies Complete Ban on Hezbollah, Only the Bad Parts
US ambassador to Germany Richard Grenell demanded the German government ban Hezbollah completely.
A Blessing on Your Head – Ethical? – The Science of Kabbalah [audio]
This week Rav Yitzchak and William discuss the weekly Torah portion where we read the story of a supposed deception played out when Rebecca convinces her son to fool his father who is about to give a blessing to Esau. Does this raise any ethical questions, and how does it relate to our struggle and the consequences we experience in life?
No women need apply (still) to Friendly Sons of St. Patrick of NY
Members of the Society of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick of New York, an all-male organization since its founding in 1783, voted to allow females to join its ranks, but an objection to the how the vote was carried out has necessitated a do-over which will take place at the next society meeting in January.
Masked gang kidnapped recovery driver to re-steal car found by police
Four men kidnapped a recovery driver to re-steal a car that was being taken to safety after being recovered by police.
Bargain hunters flock to charity store on Black Friday
More than 100 bargain hunters flocked to a discount charity store on Black Friday.
Johnson concedes only 31,000 new nurses will be recruited under Tory plans
The PM also said he would ‘walk out’ of trade talks with the US if it wanted the NHS to be on the table.
Fears for Oldbury site as Npower restructuring could cost thousands of jobs
Energy giant Npower has announced plans to restructure its UK business, leading to the loss of up to 4,500 jobs and the closure of a number of call centres.
Rail operator vows extra compensation for disrupted passengers
West Midlands Trains said timetable changes in May led to disruption on its London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway services.
Reach share price jumps as Mirror owner pulls out of JPI talks
Shares in the publisher jumped higher in early trading after it also reported a 4.4% decline in revenue for the five months to November 24.
Aston Villa boss Smith says job is ‘everything he wanted’
The boyhood Villa fan joined the club in October last year.
I would now vote to leave the EU, says oil tycoon Sir Ian Wood
The businessman and philanthropist voted to remain in 2016 but said the UK could be ‘better off’ outside of the bloc.
Grab These 10 Discounted Headphones and Speakers on Black Friday
Every item on this list of audio gadgets is available for an additional 20% off when you enter the coupon code BFSAVE20 at checkout.
The Clean Green Pakistan Index: A futile exercise?
The initial phase of the index also calls for cities to compete to beautify the city as well as on sanitation
Lori Loughlin, Mossimo Giannulli had 'low key' 22nd anniversary celebration amid college admissions scandal
“It’s all business, all the time with them as they move through this,” a source said.
Meghan Markle receives support from Princess Martha Louise of Norway’s American boyfriend Shaman Durek
Shaman Durek says he understands exactly what Meghan Markle is going through.
Sisqo claims 'Thong Song' increased Victoria's Secret sales by 80 percent
Singer Sisqo is celebrating the 20-year anniversary of his hit “Thong Song” by revealing that its rise in the charts in November 1999 purportedly helped increase Victoria’s Secret sales by 80 percent.
Hallmarking For Gold To Be Mandatory From 2021, Industry Welcomes Move
One year period will be provided for implementation of hallmarking decision to enable jewellers clear their existing stock.
India’s Fiscal Deficit In October At 102.4% Of 2019-20 Target
The gap between the government’s revenue and expenditure rose to Rs 7.20 lakh crore as of October.
Marine Conservation Zones: Protecting our seas
Here, Joan Edwards, Director of Living Seas at The Wildlife Trusts shares her thoughts on the UK announcement of 41 new Marine Conservation Zones (MCZs)
SOPHIE, Actress and Eartheater announced for Re-Textured 2020
Re-Textured takes place on April 2 - 5, 2020 across various venues in London.
Instant Pot Ultra has never been as cheap as it is for Black Friday 2019, with discounts up to $85
There are so many Instant Pot deals out there right now for Black Friday that it’s tough to know which one you should get. Want to know the secret to getting the best deal? Listen to the BGR …
Apple’s Black Friday sale is live, and it stinks – here are all the best Apple deals
Black Friday 2019 is officially here, which means all the pre-gaming is over and the main event is finally underway. That said, we’ve never seen another Black Friday sales event with early de…
AfDB approves $210m to boost electricity transmission in Nigeria
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved $210 million to boost electricity transmission in Nigeria. In a statement on Thursday, Ndidi Mbah, general manager of public affairs at the Transmission
Jurgen Klopp praises owners for “constantly trying to develop” with Anfield Road end plans
Jurgen Klopp has praised Liverpool’s willingness to develop on and off the field after the latest plans for the Anfield Road end expansion were unveiled. It was announced on Friday morning that the club are planning to add a further 7,000 seats to Anfield with a £60 million redevelopment of the Anfield Road end to bring the capacity up to 61,000. This is an ambitious and very welcome outlook, which along with the new training ground in Kirkby and a high-profile kit deal with Nike will reflect the Reds’ success on the pitch. While it remains a long time until work could get underway at Anfield—with a new planning application expected in spring next year—Klopp spoke of his excitement at the news. “It’s really early stages, so I don’t even know exactly what I’m allowed to say, or what I can say,” he told reporters at Melwood on Friday.
FIFA’s Infantino eyes African league, billion dollar spend on stadia
FIFA president Gianni Infantino said on Thursday he would like to see an African league created and investment of more than $1 billion (900 million euros) on stadia on the continent.
Amazon workers strike on ‘Black Friday’
Hundreds of Amazon workers in Germany walked off the job as the US online retailer kicked off its "Black Friday" sales bonanza, escalating a long-simmering battle for better pay and working conditions.
Huawei plans legal challenge to latest US pressure: report
Chinese telecoms giant Huawei is preparing a legal counterpunch against new moves by American regulators to bar the company from accessing $8.5 billion in US federal funds for services and equipment, a report said Friday.
Maltese govt refuses immunity request in murder probe
The Maltese government has turned down a request from one of the island's richest men on for immunity in return for his cooperation in the investigation into a journalist's murder, after freeing a top official he was said to implicate.
Domestic traffic for Air Passengers rises by 12pc – KCAA
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 29-The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority says there is an increase in passenger traffic at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport with 12 per cent growth in domestic passengers and 7.6 per cent in
Sewage break shuts down Wellburn's Market grocery store, barbershop
Wellburn’s Market, a grocery store at Cook and Pandora downtown for more than a century, was forced to close its doors Friday morning after a sewage main problem in the building. Customers were . . .
Problem with sewer shuts down Wellburn's Market grocery store, barbershop
Wellburn’s Market, a grocery store at Cook and Pandora that's been downtown for more than a century, was forced to close its doors Friday morning after a sewage line problem in the building. . . .
Kevin Greenard: Ten reasons to be cautious with Canadian equity ETFs
An ETF is a commonly used abbreviation for Exchange Traded Fund. Canada was the first country to launch an ETF in 1990 with one provider. Known as the S&P/TSX 60 Index, it essentially held the . . .
Michaela McAreavey's husband slams "kangaroo court" that acquitted men accused of her murder
The family of Irishwoman Michaela McAreavey has lashed out at the “Kangaroo court” that acqui...
Taoiseach satisfied with plans in place to care for Lisa Smith's child in Ireland
The Taoiseach says he is satisfied with plans put in place to care for Lisa Smith's child when th...
Batch of Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce recalled over 'risk of explosion'
A particular batch of hot chilli sauce is being recalled over fears it could explode.The Food Sa...
Gotabaya Rajapaksa's visit has potential to boost bilateral trade, investments with Sri Lanka: Assocham
"We can significantly increase our bilateral trade from the present level of about USD 7 billion. Besides, mutual investment can also flourish in a number of areas, including ports, airports, highways, metro rails, telecommunication, petroleum products and hydel power," Assocham President B K Goenka said.
ET View: Time to boost demand, forget the fiscal deficit target
The time has come for the government to shed its obsession about fiscal deficit targets and borrow more from the market, both to compensate the states for their shortfall in GST collections and to meet its own expenditure commitments. India still has deep reserves of economic resilience and it is necessary to avoid any self-defeating talk of recession.
Will take ties to new level, says Gotabaya Rajapaksa
In a dialogue with newly elected Sri Lankan president Gotabaya Rajapaksa on his three-day tour to India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a line of credit of USD 400 million for development projects in Sri Lanka besides granting a separate fund of USD 50 million to help the country deal with challenges of terrorism.
GDP growth slips to 4.5% in September quarter, slowest expansion in 26 quarters
The slump was mainly on account of a weak manufacturing and a drop in exports.
FM's remarks on economy disappointing in extreme: Yashwant Sinha
Yashwant Sinha said the root cause of the current economic crisis is "death of demand" in the country. He alleged that the government ignored the agriculture distress in the country. Sinha also raised questions over the data for calculating GDP numbers. He added that companies after companies are facing bankruptcy and the govt has stated that it would have to close Air India.
Uddhav Thackeray announces stay on Aarey metro car shed construction
Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray announced stay on construction of metro car shed project in Mumbai's green lung Aarey Colony. He, however, clarified that he had not stayed the work of the Mumbai metro rail project itself.
Fiscal deficit for April-Oct at 102.4%, crosses full year target
The revenue gap for the April-October period stood at Rs 5.46 lk cr showing the weakness in tax collection.
More pain for German car industry as Daimler axes 10,000 jobs
The Mercedes-Benz maker said it wanted to save 1.4 billion euros (USD 1.5 billion) in staff costs by the end of 2022 as it joins rivals in investing huge sums in the greener, smarter cars of the future. "The total number worldwide will be in the five-digits," Daimler personnel chief Wilfried Porth said in a conference call about the job cull.
Oil mixed amid slow holiday trade before Opec+ meeting
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) futures were up 4 cents, or 0.1 per cent, at $58.15 a barrel.
US, India have made exploratory requests for greater market access: Piyush Goyal
“Regular consultations with the concerned line ministries / departments and other stakeholders bodies is a part of the ongoing discussions,” he said in a written reply to a question on bilateral trade negotiations with the US in Rajya Sabha. The minister said that trade related issues are discussed as a part of any ongoing economic relationship.
Huawei plans legal challenge to latest US pressure: Report
The Federal Communications Commission last week branded Huawei and its Chinese rival ZTE as threats to US national security and blocked them from the fund. It also proposed that other service providers be required to cancel or replace existing services and equipment from the companies. Huawei plans to file a lawsuit in the United States next week.
Core sector output for October contracts further to 5.8 per cent
The index was dragged down by electricity which reported a de-growth of 12.4% vs -3.7% in Sept.
4.5 per cent GDP growth rate unacceptable, worrisome: Manmohan Singh
Delivering his valedictory address at a national conclave on economy, former prime minister Manmohan Singh said mutual trust is the bedrock of societal transactions fostering economic growth, but "our social fabric of trust, confidence is now torn and ruptured".
Trials on to convert diesel engines into electric: Piyush Goyal
Railways Minister Piyush Goyal addressed Rajya Sabha, saying India will be the first country to have an entirely electrified rail network. The government aims at converting diesel engines into electric ones, in its commitment towards environment protection. However, he said it is too early to ascertain the exact cost of the project at this stage.
Debt ETFs/index funds to have minimum of 8 issuers: Sebi
If a credit rating falls below the investment grade, rebalancing by Debt ETFs/index funds will be done within five working days.
Forex reserve hits fresh record high of $449 billion
In the previous week, the reserves had increased by $441 million to reach $448.249 billion.
Experts on GDP numbers: 'Worst is not past us'
Former Chief Statistician of India, Pronab Sen said the manufacturing showing negative growth is certainly worrying. "I don't think the growth has bottomed out, the growth figures may continue to decline the next quarter too, however, post fourth quarter may show some recovery owing to the base effect," Sen said.
LI dad Manuel Asuncion busted for driving drunk with son in back seat: cops
A Long Island man was arrested on Thanksgiving night for driving while intoxicated with his 6-year-old son in the back seat, police said. Manuel Asuncion, 46, was busted after allegedly striking the
Trump blasts Newsweek over story on his Thanksgiving plans
President Trump slammed Newsweek over its story on his Thanksgiving plans, which the mag said would include “tweeting, golfing and more” — before he ended up making a surprise visit to US troops
Mercedes-Benz owner to slash 10,000 jobs in latest car industry cuts
Daimler said on Friday it will cut at least 10,000 jobs worldwide over the next three years, following others in the industry as they cut costs to invest in electric vehicles while grappling with
Lebanon Crisis Wreaks Havoc on Syria's War-Torn Economy
A financial crisis in Lebanon has hit the economy of neighbouring Syria hard, choking off a vital source of dollars and dragging the Syrian pound to record lows. Shut out of the global financial system by Western sanctions, Syria's economy has depend
‘Winter is coming’: Synergy, transformation crucial for growth, says BI
Reiterating the President's notable Game of Thrones analogy, the Bank Indonesia governor stressed that structural transformation was vital to facing the coming "winter" in the global economy.
Ospreys chief claims Allen Clarke situation 'became a matter of personal conduct'
Chairman Rob Davies said he'd 'never experienced anything like it'
Debate over whether teachers should toilet-train toddlers
Schools are 'pushing back' on their involvement in toilet training and hope kids no longer need nappies by the time they're in Reception
Electric Vehicle business ideas and opportunities?
EVs will help clean up the air and also use lesser resources reducing our dependency on the planet.
Bollywood Actor Arshad Warsi adds an adventure motorcycle to his fleet - buys the BMW F 750 GS
Shahrukh Khan was seen on the BMW G310R giving safety tips and encouraging safe-riding.
Who's winning the lithium-ion battery race? EV battery megafactories compete
Demand for Li-ion batteries is growing faster than supply and industry forecasters can keep up
Archie Thompson’s touching tribute for teammate’s milestone match
When Leigh Broxham arrived at Melbourne Victory, he was a fresh-faced teen, a kit-boy lackey with a dodgy car – and a burning desire to win whenever he took to the pitch.
Newly discovered massive black hole ‘should not even exist,' astronomers say
The discovery of a massive black hole so monstrous it should not exist has left astronomers worldwide stumped, Astronomy magazine reported.
German auto industry group appoints former Merkel aide
BERLIN (AP) - An influential group representing the German auto industry has chosen Hildegard Mueller, who was once a senior aide to Chancellor Angela Merkel, as its new leader.
Amazon workers stage strike on Black Friday
BERLIN (AP) - Workers at Amazon distribution centers in Germany have gone on strike for better pay on Black Friday, one of the busiest days of the year for the online retailer.
Thai court fines Philip Morris $39.7 million for tax evasion
BANGKOK (AP) - A court in Thailand on Friday found the local unit of tobacco giant Philip Morris guilty of evading taxes by under-declaring the value of cigarettes it imported from the Philippines. It ordered the company to pay a fine of 1.2 billion baht ($39.7 million).
Eurozone unemployment's falls to lowest rate since July 2008
LONDON (AP) - Unemployment across the 19-country eurozone has fallen to its lowest rate since July 2008 even though growth is cooling in the face of headwinds like the U.S.-China trade war and uncertainty related to Britain's departure from the European Union.
Publisher says he's hearing interest in nonprofit turn
NEW YORK (AP) - The publisher of the nation's first daily newspaper to be granted nonprofit status says he's since heard from a "few dozen" lawyers and news executives curious about whether the Salt Lake Tribune's approach could work elsewhere.
Alaska governor marks 1st year in office amid turmoil
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) - Last December, poor weather scrambled Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy's inaugural plans, a bumpy start to a turbulent year marked by budget disputes and a recall threat.
World shares mostly slide in ‘Black Friday' retreat
BEIJING (AP) - Stock markets mostly fell Friday as investors gauged whether renewed China-U.S. tensions might lead to a "Black Friday" sell-off, and with U.S. traders largely out for a long weekend.
Check these AMD Ryzen CPU Black Friday deals if you plan on building a PC
If you're looking to build your own PC and need a processor, there are some cracking Ryzen CPUs on sale right now for Black Friday.
Land 2TB of cloud storage for under $24 this Black Friday
If you’re still using external hard drives to store and transfer your data, you’re missing out—due to a wide range of increasingly convenient, secure, and powerful cloud storage platforms that are becoming increasingly affordable. ThunderDrive Cloud Storage stands out from the competition by offering storage that’s 6x faster than Amazon Storage, and a lifetime subscription is available...
This is the Black Friday UK deal for Surface audio fans
Microsoft accomplished a substantial amount with the Surface Headphones, trading blows with high-end headphones from Sony and Bose, designed to go alongside Surface hardware.
This HP gaming PC is down to just $470 for Black Friday — Fortnite anyone?
Looking for a solid desktop PC that runs Fortnite at smooth 1080p? This HP Pavilion 690 pre-built with dedicated GPU and AMD Ryzen CPU gets the job done at a great price.
FBI Investigating Newark Beth Israel’s Transplant Program for Possible Fraud
The bureau is looking at whether the hospital may have defrauded Medicare and Medicaid as it kept a vegetative patient on life support for the sake of its metrics.
Sensex tumbles 336 pointts ahead of GDP data
The 30-share Sensex pared some losses, ending 336.36 points or 0.82 per cent lower at 40,793.81.
WATCH | #BlackFriday crowd chaos outside Nike Factory Store
Black Friday was nothing short of crazy at the Nike factory store at Woodmead Value Mart in Johannesburg.
Back Chat: Good Weekend letters to the editor, November 30
Want to chat? We'd love to hear from you. Send your letters to goodweekend@goodweekend.com.au.
Energy reduction for town planning
Hot Property: Black or dark roofs may be a fashion statement but draw and retain a huge heat load from the sun.
Eurozone inflation firms but still below central bank goal
BRUSSELS — Official figures show that inflation across the 19-country eurozone rose in November but remains way below the level that the European Central Bank and its new president, Christine Lagarde, would like it to be.
UK Commits £1.8 Billion to European Space Agency
With a £1,870 million investment over the next five years the UK has reaffirmed its commitment to the ESA. The ESA Budget Increased By 10%
In Albania, a race to save lives on ground that keeps shaking
With each piece of rubble pulled off the twisted pile of steel and concrete that used to be a four-story home, Luca Martino and his rescue dog, Foglia, were called into action.
Government is on its last legs, says BNP's Mirza Fakhrul
BNP leader Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir believes the end is near for the ruling Awami League government.
Quader warns BNP of stern action against anarchy
Awami League leader Obaidul Quader has warned the BNP that the government will take strong measures if their movement for the release of jailed party chief Khaleda Zia devolves into chaos and anarchy.
N Korea's Thanksgiving Day test shows improving speed for missile crews
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un expressed “great satisfaction” over the latest test of a large multiple-rocket launcher, state media said on Friday, a launch that experts said showcased improving performance by the system and its crews.
The Mick Clifford Podcast: Ian Bailey’s poetic justice
Ian Bailey still lives under the shadow of a crime he has never stood trial for here, but was found guilty of in absentia in France. He now writes verse to battle a fear of extradition he tells Michael Clifford.
Sod turned on two Kerry greenways
Funding of €6.5 million for the cycleways is being supplemented by an increase in the local property tax.
'They just caught me and pulled me away': Limerick hurling fan tells of NY arrest trauma
When the supporter told Limerick midfielder William O’Donoghue that his hurling-mad child had travelled from Tournafulla to New York to watch the match, he said the player graciously gave the child his helmet
Travel: The many charms of Rincon de Guayabitos
Toss a handful of sand in Rincon de Guayabitos, Mexico at any time between November and March and it may well hit someone from Saskatchewan.
Former AIB boss David Duffy pay rises 84% to £3.4m as head of Virgin Money
CEO’s pay more than eight times his AIB salary – despite losses at UK’s Virgin Money
The true story behind The Irishman
As Martin Scorsese’s The Irishman arrives on Netflix, it’s a good time to explain who the real-life gangsters were
Daily Mail owner to buy i newspaper and website for £50m
Mail group sees opportunities for cost synergies
Japan, South Korea to hold high-level trade talks
Nov. 29 (UPI) -- In the shadow of the United States trade war with China, South Korea's trade ministry said Friday it will hold high-level trade negotiations with Japan to end its long-running standoff.
Wolves plea to Nuno over Arsenal and the Patrick Cutrone conundrum
Wolves reaction | WWFC threw away a two goal lead in their six goal thriller, having to settle for a point away at Braga
SB 15 Freeway at Cajon Pass reopens as storm continues
The southbound 15 Freeway at the Cajon Pass was reopened after it was temporarily closed due to traffic accidents amid snow in the area, Caltrans said.
SoCal storm: Rain, snow continue on Friday
Some rain and snow will continue to fall in Southern California on Friday and intermittently over the next several days.
Experts say best holiday shopping deals no longer on Black Friday
For a lot of people, waking up early to go shopping on Black Friday is still part of a family tradition.
Coast-to-coast storm to dump more rain, snow amid weekend travel rush
Thanksgiving Day has come and gone -- but the holiday weather nightmare is not over just yet.
Here’s everything we know about WeWork’s layoffs and next steps as the co-working giant looks to right itself
Here’s everything we know about what’s going on inside WeWork:
Malaysians can now use MyDebit ATM cards at some shops in Singapore
Cross-border payments between Singapore and Malaysia just got a huge boost, after the Republic’s NETS and Malaysia’s PayNet announced that their payment terminals can now accept each other’s cards.
China’s true economic growth could be half of what everyone thinks
China’s GDP data release always generates great market excitement despite rarely straying more than 25 basis points below or above the government target. This stability has led a number of analysts to propose their own measures, typically based on a variety of Chinese proxy data but, in the end, not that different from the official numbers. In this article I argue that, based on the performance of countries comparable to China, the latter’s GDP growth could be as low as half the official number and that markets are likely overestimating China’s importance for the global economy. That being said, China has one of the highest levels of corporate debt in the world and slower growth implies greater risks of financial instability.
As Juncker bids farewell, new EU executive begins with scrutiny over Luxembourg tax
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Officials from the new European Commission will discuss an International Monetary Fund study that lists Luxembourg as a world-leading tax haven just days after the former leader of the Grand Duchy departs the EU executive’s helm.
UK's Johnson says will keep no-deal Brexit preparations in place
LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Friday he wanted to keep in place preparations the government has made for the possibility of a no-deal Brexit.
UK PM Johnson being kept updated on London Bridge incident
LONDON, Nov 29 (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Friday he was being kept updated on the incident at London Bridge.
Global funds raise stock allocations at the expense of cash: Reuters poll
BENGALURU (Reuters) - Global funds recommended switching cash back into equities in November as stocks worldwide rose to near record highs despite a lack of clarity over how, when, or if a truce will be called on the damaging U.S.-China trade war, a Reuters poll showed.
El Nino, La Nina not expected in Pacific but extreme weather still possible: WMO
GENEVA (Reuters) - Neutral conditions are expected to prevail in the Pacific through February, but that will not prevent extreme weather, the U.N.’s World Meteorological Organisation said on Friday
Euro zone inflation rises quicker than expected in November
BRUSSELS/FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Euro zone inflation accelerated faster than expected in November on a rise in food and services prices, likely comforting European Central Bank policymakers even if some factors pushing up prices may be only temporary.
North Korea's Thanksgiving Day test shows improving speed for missile crews
SEOUL (Reuters) - North Korean leader Kim Jong Un expressed “great satisfaction” over the latest test of a large multiple-rocket launcher, state media said on Friday, a launch that experts said showcased improving performance by the system and its crews.
Airbus considering production of hybrid airplane by 2035
HAMBURG (Reuters) - Airbus (AIR.PA) (AIRG.DE) is considering producing a hybrid plane by 2035 as it strives for a low emission aircraft, its chief executive said.
Japanese fashion tycoon Maezawa shows off $900 million SoftBank payday
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan’s Yusaku Maezawa on Friday posted footage of a $900 million payday for the fashion magnate following his sale of a stake in Zozo Inc, the online fashion retailer he founded, to SoftBank Group Corp.
Lebanon crisis wreaks havoc on Syria's war-torn economy
AMMAN (Reuters) - A financial crisis in Lebanon has hit the economy of neighboring Syria hard, choking off a vital source of dollars and dragging the Syrian pound to record lows.
Queen is beyond reproach and distinct from royal family, UK PM Johnson says
LONDON (Reuters) - Queen Elizabeth is beyond reproach but there is a distinction between the monarchy and the rest of the royal family, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Friday when asked if the monarchy was beyond reproach after the scandal involving Prince Andrew.
US redwood sequoia company wins approval
A US company wanting to grow giant redwood trees here to sell the lumber back home has won the right to buy another 4000ha in New Zealand. Tough restrictions on cutting down Redwood, or Sequoia, in the US means people cannot get enough of it to use as a building material. The wood is especially popular for things like decking and outdoor furniture, as it is admired as both attractive and robust. To meet the need, the Soper Wheeler Company of California set up the New Zealand Redwood Company in Taupō in 2001. New Zealand's moist climate allows higher growth rates for Sequoia than in California.
Here are Some More Black Friday Deals from AO, Including 94% off McAfee LiveSafe
It's Black Friday! Time for shopping, and sales, and... urgh. YOu know the drill by now. Retailer has sale, retailer wants money, you have to decide whether the deal is actually worth it. The latest retailer to put on a song and dance for your financial attention is AO, having just launched even more Black Friday deals for you to enjoy.
Grab 35% off a 50-inch Samsung TV for Black Friday
TVs are always a popular buy on Black Friday, partly because they seem painfully expensive the rest of the year, especially if you've got space for a big'un.
Exploding Kittens' Bonkers Card Games Are On Offer for Black Friday
As you might expect from a company called Exploding Kittens LLC, there are some quite unusual card game ideas in this particular Black Friday sale.
Amazon's Black Friday Sale Cuts the Price of Beats Solo3 Headphones by Over £100
Yes, they launched in 2016, but they're still sporting a £250 price tag which has been almost cut in half for today only.
You Can Buy a Lifetime Membership to Pornhub Premium Today Thanks To Black Friday
Pornhub is great for porn, because you can access a huge database of porn without having to sign up or pay for access, but that doesn't mean everything is so freely accessible. Some people may have noticed that there are videos and features locked away behind a subscription, which costs between £8 and £10 a month. But what if you could pay a bunch of money in one go and access Pornhub Premium for the rest of your life?
Save Over £170 on Netgear's Whole Home Orbi Mesh Wi-Fi System in Amazon's Black Friday Sale
Houses may not be getting bigger, especially if you live in the South East, but our dependence on Wi-Fi certainly is. Almost everything we buy now needs some sort of network connection, and with everything spread out across your place you need a solid Wi-Fi signal.
The 10 Deals We Actually Wanted This Black Friday
We love a bargain as much as anyone else, as you might have noticed from our epic coverage of Black Friday. But we can't help noticing that all the offers are from retailers, when actually we'd quite like to see some killer deals on all the other things we spend our hard-earned money on.
The Fitbit Versa Lite Hits the Lowest Ever Price for Black Friday, Now Just £90
At £150 the Fitbit Versa Lite was never particularly expensive, certainly not compared to some of the other watches in the Fitbit portfolio, but when the discounts come about we're not going to turn them away for no good reason. So if you fancied yourself a Fitbit watch but didn't want to spend a lot, this is the perfect time to do it.
Global startups further expand Turkish software exports
Many global startups based in Turkey and operating in sectors as varied as cybersecurity, gaming, entertainment, health and financial technology, are making a marked contribution to the country's exports and the nurturing of well-trained human resources
Turkish, Qatari financial authorities sign deal to expand economic, financial ties
The Presidential Finance Office and the Qatar Financial Center signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to expand cooperation during President Recep...
Turkish financial sector buys 85.05% stake in JCR Eurasia
Turkey's leading banking and financial institutions inked a deal to buy 85.05% of credit rating agency JCR Eurasia, Turkey's banking association said on...
Okan Buruk and identity crisis
Since his arrival in August, Medipol Başakşehir manager Okan Buruk could not establish the system he was aiming for. The team has recently climbed to the...
Turkey works on strategy to expand high-tech product exports
The government aims to increase Turkey's exports of high-technology products around the world as innovation and research and development, coupled with qualified human resources, are the new criteria for economic growth
Sony WH1000XM3 Over-Ear Wireless Headphones Are $72 Off
Another popular pair of Sony headphones are on sale at the moment, the Sony WH1000XM3. These are the company’s higher-end headphones, and they’re
Furbo Dog Camera For $134 – Amazon Black Friday 2019 Deals
Amazon has the Furbo Dog Camera on sale for Black Friday today, allowing you to pick it up for just $133.99. That's going to save you $115 off of its
Get The Sony WF-SP700 Wireless Workout Earphones For $148 (18% Off)
Another pair of Sony wireless earphones are now on sale for Black Friday. The Sony WF-SP700N wireless earphones are discounted to $148 as we speak. These
Unlocked LG Stylo 5 Smartphone For $159 – Amazon Black Friday 2019 Deals
Amazon has the LG Stylo 5 unlocked Android smartphone on sale for just $159 today. Allowing you to save 47-percent on this device. As it is normally $299.
Save $50 On The Oculus Rift S – Amazon Black Friday 2019 Deals
Amazon is shaving $50 off of the regular price of the Oculus Rift S, allowing you to pick it up fro just $349 this Black Friday. That's a pretty good
Gemma Collins returns to the rink ahead of the Dancing On Ice Christmas special
She'll be making her explosive return to the ice next month
GRAINS-Chicago soybean prices slip as U.S.-China tensions grow
* U.S.-China talks shift to Shanghai this week* Wheat underpinned by declining outlook for Russia's crop* No deliveries against CBOT December wheat or corn contracts (Recasts with U.S. trading, adds quotes, updates prices, changes dateline from LONDON)By P.J. HuffstutterCHICAGO, Nov 29 (Reuters) - Chicago soybean futures slipped on Friday with the market closely watching for updates on U.S.-China trade talks, and traders less than impressed with a jump in recent soybean export sales between the two countries.
El Nino, La Nina not expected in Pacific but extreme weather still possible- WMO
GENEVA, Nov 29 (Reuters) - Neutral conditions are expected to prevail in the Pacific through February, but that will not prevent extreme weather, the U.N.'s World Meteorological Organisation said on Friday"We currently have neutral conditions so neither El Nino or La Nina. And we expect this to continue during the period December 2019 to February 2020. Having said that doesn't mean that we are not going to see unusual and extreme weather," WMO spokeswoman Clare Nullis told a news briefing.
CBOT Trends - Corn, wheat seen steady to higher; soybeans mixed
CHICAGO, Nov 29 (Reuters) - Following are U.S. trade expectations for the opening of grain and soy complex trading at the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) at 8:30 a.m. CST (1430 GMT) on Friday.The markets were closed on Thursday for the Thanksgiving holiday.WHEAT - Steady to up 2 cents per bushel* There were no deliveries against the CBOT's December wheat contract on first notice day on Friday. Traders expected deliveries of zero to 400 contracts, with most anticipating none.
Egypt has capacity to store 4 mln tonnes of wheat - ministry
CAIRO, Nov 29 (Reuters) - Egypt, the world's largest wheat importer, has the capacity to store 4 million tonnes of wheat this season, the supply ministry said on Friday, adding it had built new wheat silos for the additional storage.In July, Egypt signed a deal with the OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) to build two wheat silos in Port Said. At the time, Supply Minister Ali Moselhy said they would raise Egypt's storage capacity for imported wheat by around 15%. (Reporting by Momen Saeed Atallah; Writing by Yousef Saba; editing by David Evans)
Mo Farah back on track for 10,000m target at Tokyo Olympics
Olympic champion Mo Farah is getting back on track to chase more gold in the 10,000m at next year's Tokyo Games, the Briton announced on his YouTube channel on Friday.
Europe: Banks May Hold and Sell Bitcoin Starting From 2020
According to a new bill on the Fourth Money Laundering Directive drafted by the European Union (EU), banks could be authorized to offer digital assets services including storage for customers. Germany would likely be the first nation to adopt the proposal. According to a German news report published on November 27, 2019, the amendment would come into force as early as 2020.
IDAX Crypto Exchange CEO Disappears Amidst Exit Scam Rumors
IDAX, an Asian crypto exchange whose users have been unable to make withdrawals since November 24, has announced that it’s CEO, who allegedly absconded with the exchange’s cold wallet is still nowhere to be found and as such, it is suspending all deposits and withdrawals indefinitely, according to a blog post on November 29, 2019.
Piston Slap: One Website for Year-by-Year Changes?
Citizen Kanine writes: Is there a good (single?) place to search and discover what year car models updated their drivetrain or added some feature I might want? I’m looking at a couple of used car options, probably recent cars coming off leases, and am wondering if model year 2016 or 2017 (for example) are significantly […]
If You're a Solo Entrepreneur in a Blue State, Get Politically Aware Right Now to Save Your Business
The problem isn't unions and employee status so much as it is a rush that might not make distinctions.
Why We Should All Care About the Return of Toys "R" Us
Toys "R" Us, the venerable retailer that liquidated all of its stores last year, is having another go at it. Here's why we should pay attention.
Does Black Friday Actually Matter Anymore?
They say it's the biggest shopping day of the year, but biggest doesn't mean best. Should people still care about this supposed one-day bonanza?
5 Business Lessons You Can Learn From Black Friday Even If You Don't Sell to Consumers
Even if you hate shopping or the holidays, many of the mechanisms of Black Friday can be applied to sales and marketing tactics for business-to-business companies to drive revenue and growth.
Record cold could arrive in Las Vegas this weekend
With the rain and snow tapering off today, it’s time to prepare for some possibly record cold afternoons this weekend.
Las Vegas shoppers hitting stores early on Black Friday
The Retail Association of Nevada estimates roughly 1.65 million adults in the state will be shopping over the five-day Thanksgiving weekend and Cyber Monday.
We are adapting to good batting wickets in India, says West Indies’s Sherfane Rutherford
The three-match T20 series between India and West Indies starts in Hyderabad on December 6, followed by games in Thiruvananthapuram and Mumbai.
Watch: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s colleagues napped in Parliament during her speech
Sitharaman was speaking on the economy, on which, in the space of three months, she has changed her stance from ‘all is well’ to ‘there’s a slowdown’.
India’s economic growth falls to 4.5% in July-September quarter – the slowest in over six years
This is the sixth straight quarter of slower growth. The GDP grew just 5% in the April-June quarter.
PIB sets up fact-checking unit to tackle spread of fake news related to government
The government urged the public to send across any information that they wanted verified.
Bank of Ghana releases specimen of the new GHC100, GHC200 and GHC2 coin
The Central Bank of Ghana has released specimen of new GHC100, GHC200 Cedi notes and GHC2 coin that is expected to hit the market soon. Governor of the Central Bank, Dr. Ernest Addison at a press conference in Accra on Friday, November 29, 2019, said the new cedi notes will help shore up the value […]
The Government Has Not Educated The Public Enough About The Importance Of The Year Of Return – Shatta Wale
Multiple Award-winning Dancehall artist Shatta Wale has taken a swipe at the government’s for failing to educate the public on their “Year of Return” initiative. According to Shatta Wale, most Ghanaians are clueless about the initiative and he blames the government for not doing enough to educate citizens on the rationale behind the campaign. “We […]
Following their latest investment, Tencent now owns 10% of Sumo Group
Sumo Group, who own developer Sumo Digitial, are currently developing the sequel to the cult-classic zombie game Dead Island
The Story Behind Every Song on the Rolling Stones’ ‘Let It Bleed’
Here's the story behind every song on the Rolling Stones' 1969 LP, 'Let It Bleed.'
OUTA: Endless SOE Bailouts Now Exceed Departments Budgets
The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (Outa) on Friday told Parliament that current interventions at state-owned entities (SOEs), like Eskom and South African Airways (SAA), were not working. Outa was making its submission during the public hearings on the 2019 Adjustments Appropriation Bill and the 2019 Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement. The objective of the Bill was to effect adjustments to the appropriation […]
Dark times: Eskom Has A R50 Billion Shortfall
JOHANNESBURG – Eskom on Thursday said it needed to come up with a way to address the R50 billion shortfall it had accumulated this past financial year. The power utility projected that it would lose R20 billion by the end of the year. Its operating costs are over R30 billion. Eskom’s CFO Calib Cassim said […]
Telkom Says Cell C Has Rejected Takeover Offer
JOHANNESBURG – Telkom SA said on Friday the board of its larger but troubled rival Cell C had rejected its takeover bid. “The Telkom Board continues to believe the offer is a compelling proposition that would have created significant value for all stakeholders including Telkom’s shareholders,” the statement said. Cell C is majority-owned by Blue […]
Marshmello drops electrifying beat at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix opening
UK rapper Stormzy announced Friday that he will kick-start his biggest world tour from Dubai on Feb. 7 2020. Tickets for Stormzy’s 'Heavy Is The Head' Dubai show go on sale Dec. 4 at 8 a.m. local UAE time.
Lufthansa: German airline not open to Qatar investment
DUBAI: Saudi Arabian and international investors have subscribed to the initial public offering of Saudi Aramco in huge numbers, with demand for shares in the world’s most profitable company exceeding the number of shares on offer. Financial advisers to the biggest IPO in history announced that bids to the value of $44.3bn (166.275bn riyals) have been received in total from
French operators ramp up FTTP roll-out with 1.2 mln premises passed in Q3
French FTTP networks covered another 1.2 million homes and businesses in the three months to September, a new high after the record 1.1 million premises passed in the previous quarter. Overall, 16.7 million premises had access to FTTP services, up 34 percent year-on-year, said regulator Arcep in its latest fixed broadband report.
Coinbase Denies Reports on Takeover of Prime Broker Tagomi
Coinbase has acquired Tagomi, a US-based prime broker that specializes in trade execution and digital asset markets for $150 million
The Bitcoin Man Acquires FortuneZ, Appoints Sydney Ifergan as COO
Herbert Rafael Sim, popularly known as The Bitcoin Man, has acquired crypto-focused business publication company FortuneZ for a sum of $2,500,000.
Hut 8 Purchases 9 Data Centers from Bitfury for $7 Million
Hut 8 Mining Corp on Thursday announced the acquisition of nine Blockbox AC data centers from the BItfury Group, costing $7 million.
Rare glimpse inside derelict 300-year-old building that's up for sale
The building could be brought back into use
PHOTOS: Storms pound the Valley, state
Storms moved through the state on Thanksgiving and Black Friday, bringing snow, rain, winds and damage.
Razer's Deathadder Elite gaming mouse is only £35, its lowest price, this Black Friday
Get one of our favourite mice for a steal.
Elgato's 4K60 Pro is on sale for the first time ever
Elgato's Black Friday deals can help you get started streaming, or upgrade your existing setup.
Designers on Sports Direct rebrand: “You can’t simply gift-wrap gaffes”
Sports Direct International will rebrand as Frasers Group, subject to a shareholders’ vote. The unusual move for a FTSE 250 company follows a series of scandals about the group’s governance as well as working conditions at Sports Direct stores. Owner Mike Ashley has also expressed a desire to elevate the group’s image, planning to rebrand some House of Fraser stores as luxury lifestyle concept shops, for example. Is this an effective branding strategy for the retailing group, and how can it position itself better for modern consumer tastes?
Labour Making 'Pure Bermuda Triangle' Claims That NHS Can be Sold Off to the US, Boris Johnson Says
UK Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn previously revealed a 451-page packet of documents allegedly showing how the Conservatives had tried to "sell" the country's National Health Service (NHS) to US companies.
Sexsomnia is to Blame: Canadian Mogul Accused of Sexual Assault Claims He Had No Such Intentions
In January, a Canadian court will hear testimony by experts on sexsomnia after an executive from a mining company in the country denied having any recollection of sexual intercourse with a blind date, insisting that he suffers from a peculiar sleeping disorder.
77 Percent of Indians Concerned About Looming Danger of War, Survey Reveals
New Delhi (Sputnik): A series of steps taken by the Indian government, such as the abrogation of Jammu and Kashmir's special status, and the Balakot airstrike in February, among other things, have brought things to a head in the region, according to a Paris-based global market research and consulting firm.
Finland, Belgium, Denmark, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden Join INSTEX Mechanism for Trade With Iran - Finnish Foreign Ministry
Iran considers the European Instrument in Support of Trade Exchanges (INSTEX), a tool set up to help trade with Tehran under the US sanctions, to be weak, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi stated earlier in November, adding that the system has not been fully implemented so far.
Zurich Airport Wins Multi-Billion Contract to Build Delhi's Third Airport - Official
New Delhi (Sputnik): This is the first major success for the Switzerland-based company Zurich Airport International, as it has received setbacks five times in this year. Adani enterprises won bids to operate five major international airports in all those cases.
Opposition Leaders in North-Eastern Indian State to Skip Meet on Controversial Citizenship Bill
Sputnik (New Delhi): India is planning to introduce the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill (CAB) during the ongoing winter session of parliament. The legislation, if passed, would allow Hindu immigrants from certain neighbouring countries with Muslim majority populations to immigrate and settle in India.
Almost Half of EU States Give No-Go to New Rule Requiring Tech Giants to Reveal Real Incomes & Taxes
The proposed directive was worked out to shed light on how big businesses, like Apple, Google, or Facebook to name a few, get around tax legislation by formally shifting their income from greater-tax nations such as the UK and France to lower-tax jurisdictions like Malta, Ireland, or Luxembourg.
Anyone for Goulash? Why We Need to Talk About Hungarian Communism
The 30th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall has been marked by some very simplistic analysis and lots of sweeping generalisations about the ‘evils’ of communism. A new book, on everyday life in Hungary in the 1970s and 80s, provides some counter-balance to the dominant narrative.
The dark side of Black Friday: Counting the real cost of deals and bargains
It's great for consumers, but Planet Earth and High Street businesses could pay a heavy toll for our greed.
EastEnders’ Adrian Edmondson teases return after Daniel Cook faked own death
What will Jean think?
Is Martin Scorsese’s The Irishman based on a true story?
The characters are real, but some details are subject to debate.
Gemma Collins gives us all the festive feels as she braves the ice rink again
She recently confirmed her Dancing On Ice return.