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IPad 2017: Disassembling the tablet, what does it hide?
- April 02, 2017
A Barclays research note provided to Apple Insider suggests that the iPhone 8 will offer a True Tone display, the same type of screen found on the 9.7-inch iPad Pro. "If they mean brighter than the Air 2, then that may simply be due to reverting to the unfused display design of the Air 1", the iFixit folks wrote. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
A Barclays research note provided to Apple Insider suggests that the iPhone 8 will offer a True Tone display, the same type of screen found on the 9.7-inch iPad Pro. "If they mean brighter than the Air 2, then that may simply be due to reverting to the unfused display design of the Air 1", the iFixit folks wrote. (more...)
Two-wheeler rush: stocks nearly sold out, cops called in
- April 02, 2017
On Wednesday, observing that health of the people is "far, far more important" than the commercial interests of the manufacturers, the apex court said that automobile firms have declined to take "sufficient pro-active steps" despite being fully aware that they would be required to manufacture only BS-IV compliant vehicles from April 1, 2017. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
On Wednesday, observing that health of the people is "far, far more important" than the commercial interests of the manufacturers, the apex court said that automobile firms have declined to take "sufficient pro-active steps" despite being fully aware that they would be required to manufacture only BS-IV compliant vehicles from April 1, 2017. (more...)
Israel Approves the Construction of First Settlement in 20 years
- April 02, 2017
Israel's parliament approved a controversial bill on February 6 that legalised settlements built on privately owned Palestinian land, triggering global condemnation. Israel disagrees, citing biblical and historical ties to the land it captured in the 1967 Middle East war, as well as security concerns.The U.N. Security Council adopted a resolution in December that demanded a halt to settlement building. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Israel's parliament approved a controversial bill on February 6 that legalised settlements built on privately owned Palestinian land, triggering global condemnation. Israel disagrees, citing biblical and historical ties to the land it captured in the 1967 Middle East war, as well as security concerns.The U.N. Security Council adopted a resolution in December that demanded a halt to settlement building. (more...)
Trump administration goes to SF court to appeal travel ban block
- April 02, 2017
The Department of Justice alerted the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit that it would appeal the judge's ruling. The Trump administration is appealing a Hawaii federal judge's ruling blocking President Trump's revised travel ban. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
The Department of Justice alerted the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit that it would appeal the judge's ruling. The Trump administration is appealing a Hawaii federal judge's ruling blocking President Trump's revised travel ban. (more...)
Oil stable on falling Libyan output, but bloated United States market still weighs
- April 02, 2017
USA gasoline stocks USOILG=ECI fell 3.7 million barrels in the week ending March 24, compared with expectations for a 1.9-million barrel drop , the Energy Information Administration (EIA) said on Wednesday. The IEA does not expect a major increase in global oil prices despite efforts by OPEC and non-OPEC members to reduce output, its executive director Fatih Birol tells Reuters . (more...)
- April 02, 2017
USA gasoline stocks USOILG=ECI fell 3.7 million barrels in the week ending March 24, compared with expectations for a 1.9-million barrel drop , the Energy Information Administration (EIA) said on Wednesday. The IEA does not expect a major increase in global oil prices despite efforts by OPEC and non-OPEC members to reduce output, its executive director Fatih Birol tells Reuters . (more...)
Netanyahu warmly praises Trump administration in AIPAC video feed
- April 02, 2017
Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. America, he said, will no longer tolerate Iran's efforts to destabilise the region and jeopardise Israel's security. Netanyahu repeated his call to the Palestinians to "Recognize the Jewish state". The measures, unveiled ahead of the opening of the annual American Israel Public Affairs Committee conference, seek to build consensus among Republicans and Democrats who are so often bitterly at odds on domestic issues. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. America, he said, will no longer tolerate Iran's efforts to destabilise the region and jeopardise Israel's security. Netanyahu repeated his call to the Palestinians to "Recognize the Jewish state". The measures, unveiled ahead of the opening of the annual American Israel Public Affairs Committee conference, seek to build consensus among Republicans and Democrats who are so often bitterly at odds on domestic issues. (more...)
EPA chief assailed - and applauded - for not banning controversial pesticide
- April 02, 2017
American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall today applauded Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Scott Pruitt for rejecting a petition that would have eliminated the use of chlorpyrifos in agriculture. That order had been prompted by petitions from environmental groups, including Earthjustice, to ban chlorpyrifos. The move stemmed from a 2007 petition filed by the Natural Resources Defense Council and the Pesticide Action Network North America . (more...)
- April 02, 2017
American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall today applauded Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Scott Pruitt for rejecting a petition that would have eliminated the use of chlorpyrifos in agriculture. That order had been prompted by petitions from environmental groups, including Earthjustice, to ban chlorpyrifos. The move stemmed from a 2007 petition filed by the Natural Resources Defense Council and the Pesticide Action Network North America . (more...)
Trump approves Keystone XL, calling it 'great day' for jobs
- April 02, 2017
Fred Jauss, partner at the global law firm Dorsey & Whitney and a former attorney with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, said local permitting would also be a challenge. Environmental groups fought the Keystone pipeline in Washington, D.C., and during rallies at field locations that would be affected by the installations. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Fred Jauss, partner at the global law firm Dorsey & Whitney and a former attorney with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, said local permitting would also be a challenge. Environmental groups fought the Keystone pipeline in Washington, D.C., and during rallies at field locations that would be affected by the installations. (more...)
EU President Presents Guidelines On Britain's exit
- April 02, 2017
First negotiate the terms of Britain's departure then negotiate Britain's new deal with the European Union (which has to be carried out under the terms of another treaty article - 218 (3) - which covers negotiations between the European Union and "third countries", that is countries that are not members of the EU). (more...)
- April 02, 2017
First negotiate the terms of Britain's departure then negotiate Britain's new deal with the European Union (which has to be carried out under the terms of another treaty article - 218 (3) - which covers negotiations between the European Union and "third countries", that is countries that are not members of the EU). (more...)
Russian Federation controversy deepens amid reports of White House meddling
- April 02, 2017
In a series of letters , the Justice Department argued that Yates should not testify because the information she could provide the committee was covered by presidential communications privilege , the Post found. The postponed Yates testimony serves as the latest wrinkle in an ongoing saga over the committee's investigation, and Nunes' handling of the situation will raise further questions over his impartiality and add more blood to the water for Democrats already convinced that ... (more...)
- April 02, 2017
In a series of letters , the Justice Department argued that Yates should not testify because the information she could provide the committee was covered by presidential communications privilege , the Post found. The postponed Yates testimony serves as the latest wrinkle in an ongoing saga over the committee's investigation, and Nunes' handling of the situation will raise further questions over his impartiality and add more blood to the water for Democrats already convinced that ... (more...)
Fix key UK Brexit items 1st, then fall talks on future
- April 02, 2017
British Prime Minister Theresa May and President of the European Council Donald Tusk. The European Council president Donald Tusk has informed the press that the United Kingdom has triggered Brexit with a six-page letter. A British government spokesman said on Friday that the draft negotiating guidelines from the European Union show a constructive approach ahead of negotiations. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
British Prime Minister Theresa May and President of the European Council Donald Tusk. The European Council president Donald Tusk has informed the press that the United Kingdom has triggered Brexit with a six-page letter. A British government spokesman said on Friday that the draft negotiating guidelines from the European Union show a constructive approach ahead of negotiations. (more...)
'Doubt' expressed that Sears and Kmart stores will survive
- April 02, 2017
Retailers typically book orders for merchandise for the vital fourth quarter from now through midsummer. The retail landscape is littered with storied brands that have closed in recent years as brick-and-mortar stores became an albatross in the face of growing competition online. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Retailers typically book orders for merchandise for the vital fourth quarter from now through midsummer. The retail landscape is littered with storied brands that have closed in recent years as brick-and-mortar stores became an albatross in the face of growing competition online. (more...)
FCC chair wants states to decide on Lifeline providers
- April 02, 2017
But rather than take these steps to address the program's continuing susceptibility to waste, fraud, and abuse, the FCC chose to " ease the burden " of becoming a Lifeline broadband provider by preempting state authority to designate eligible participants. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
But rather than take these steps to address the program's continuing susceptibility to waste, fraud, and abuse, the FCC chose to " ease the burden " of becoming a Lifeline broadband provider by preempting state authority to designate eligible participants. (more...)
Grain leaders promote Aussie exports to China
- April 02, 2017
GrainGrowers trade policy manager Cheryl Kalisch-Gordon said China was an extremely important market for Australian grains, with exports valued at more than $2.9bn per year, representing about 23% of the value of grain exports. It is the first free trade agreement China signed with a Western developed country. However, the country has defended its actions saying it is only adding to the region's defense. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
GrainGrowers trade policy manager Cheryl Kalisch-Gordon said China was an extremely important market for Australian grains, with exports valued at more than $2.9bn per year, representing about 23% of the value of grain exports. It is the first free trade agreement China signed with a Western developed country. However, the country has defended its actions saying it is only adding to the region's defense. (more...)
Vodafone's Indian telecom unit merges with local company
- April 02, 2017
According to MoneyControl , Vodafone and Idea will hold 45 per cent and 26 per cent stakes respectively. That has forced India's three biggest operators - Bharti, Vodafone and Idea - to slash prices and accept lower profits. The two parties believe that the merger will enhance pan India 3G/4G footprint, thereby accelerating the Narendra Modi-Government's "Digital India" initiative. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
According to MoneyControl , Vodafone and Idea will hold 45 per cent and 26 per cent stakes respectively. That has forced India's three biggest operators - Bharti, Vodafone and Idea - to slash prices and accept lower profits. The two parties believe that the merger will enhance pan India 3G/4G footprint, thereby accelerating the Narendra Modi-Government's "Digital India" initiative. (more...)
Chinese President to have first face-to-face with President Trump
- April 02, 2017
Trump's aides insist the timing is coincidental, but the administration is touting the moves as evidence of it taking an aggressive but analytical approach to closing a trade gap that is largely due to the influx of goods from China. The balance of trade still favours the USA, according to analysts. The relationship with China is key. "So we're going to be very busy during the next 90 days trying to trace through the intricacies of each of these events", he said. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Trump's aides insist the timing is coincidental, but the administration is touting the moves as evidence of it taking an aggressive but analytical approach to closing a trade gap that is largely due to the influx of goods from China. The balance of trade still favours the USA, according to analysts. The relationship with China is key. "So we're going to be very busy during the next 90 days trying to trace through the intricacies of each of these events", he said. (more...)
PM to inaugurate India's longest road tunnel on Jammu-Srinagar highway today
- April 02, 2017
Apart from the 8.5 km long Banihal-Qazigund tunnel, which will become operational from 2018, the 10.89 km Chenani-Nashri tunnels is the second part of the ambitious plan of the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) to redevelop the existing two-lane Jammu-Srinagar highway and construct a state-of-art four-lane highway between the summer and winter capitals of Jammu and Kashmir. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Apart from the 8.5 km long Banihal-Qazigund tunnel, which will become operational from 2018, the 10.89 km Chenani-Nashri tunnels is the second part of the ambitious plan of the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) to redevelop the existing two-lane Jammu-Srinagar highway and construct a state-of-art four-lane highway between the summer and winter capitals of Jammu and Kashmir. (more...)
Jared Kushner retains millions in property portfolio while serving in White House
- April 02, 2017
The report , released late Friday, lays out details about the assets, liabilities and income in the portfolios of what are the wealthiest White House staff members ever when they entered the White House in January and before they started selling off assets that could be considered conflicts of interest in their new posts . (more...)
- April 02, 2017
The report , released late Friday, lays out details about the assets, liabilities and income in the portfolios of what are the wealthiest White House staff members ever when they entered the White House in January and before they started selling off assets that could be considered conflicts of interest in their new posts . (more...)
Toshiba jumps on chip sale approval
- April 02, 2017
Westinghouse , which was bought by Toshiba in 2006, has suffered billions of dollars in losses due to delays and cost overruns at nuclear plants under construction in Georgia and SC. "As announced on March 29, Westinghouse LLC and certain subsidiaries and affiliates filed voluntary petitions under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code". (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Westinghouse , which was bought by Toshiba in 2006, has suffered billions of dollars in losses due to delays and cost overruns at nuclear plants under construction in Georgia and SC. "As announced on March 29, Westinghouse LLC and certain subsidiaries and affiliates filed voluntary petitions under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code". (more...)
Rep. Schiff has seen Devin Nunes' evidence for Obama surveillance
- April 02, 2017
Initial reports about his departure said that Flynn had made the decision to step down voluntarily. She was interviewed by MSNBC's Mika Brzezinski on the Morning Joe program on March 2, one day after The New York Times reported that White House staffers had "rushed to preserve intelligence of Russian election hacking" in the Obama administration's final days. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Initial reports about his departure said that Flynn had made the decision to step down voluntarily. She was interviewed by MSNBC's Mika Brzezinski on the Morning Joe program on March 2, one day after The New York Times reported that White House staffers had "rushed to preserve intelligence of Russian election hacking" in the Obama administration's final days. (more...)
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