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South Africa Deputy Finance Minister Resigns From Parliament
- April 10, 2017
But on Wednesday, the ANC said it accepted Zuma's reason for firing Gordhan, which Mantashe said was "the irretrievable breakdown of the relationship between the president and a member of his Cabinet". The main opposition party, the Democratic Alliance, is pushing for a parliamentary vote of no confidence in Zuma; previous votes have failed to dislodge him because the ruling party has a majority of seats. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
But on Wednesday, the ANC said it accepted Zuma's reason for firing Gordhan, which Mantashe said was "the irretrievable breakdown of the relationship between the president and a member of his Cabinet". The main opposition party, the Democratic Alliance, is pushing for a parliamentary vote of no confidence in Zuma; previous votes have failed to dislodge him because the ruling party has a majority of seats. (more...)
Amtrak: Weakened wooden railroad tie caused derailment
- April 10, 2017
NEW YORK (AP) - Rail commuters who endured days of aggravation after a train derailment at Penn Station woke up Friday morning with assurances that track repairs would be completed and service restored, but soon discovered that wasn't entirely accurate. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
NEW YORK (AP) - Rail commuters who endured days of aggravation after a train derailment at Penn Station woke up Friday morning with assurances that track repairs would be completed and service restored, but soon discovered that wasn't entirely accurate. (more...)
Bull shark washed up onto Australia road by flood waters
- April 10, 2017
Theme parks and beaches in the area were closed. While power has been restored to 15,000 homes and businesses, Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk says about 50,000 remain without after nearly four days blacked out. State Disaster Coordinator Stephan Gollschewski told reporters about the incident as he expressed disbelief at "foolish and stupid" behaviour of some people amid Queensland's cyclone and flood crisis. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
Theme parks and beaches in the area were closed. While power has been restored to 15,000 homes and businesses, Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk says about 50,000 remain without after nearly four days blacked out. State Disaster Coordinator Stephan Gollschewski told reporters about the incident as he expressed disbelief at "foolish and stupid" behaviour of some people amid Queensland's cyclone and flood crisis. (more...)
Liverpool to play a friendly with Sydney FC in May
- April 10, 2017
Liverpool ambassador and club great Ian Rush said the support in Australia was always "phenomenal". "We know that every supporter can't come over to Liverpool to see them play", Mr Rush said. Sydney FC have a 17-point lead in the A-League going into next weekend's final round of the regular season and are guaranteed a home semi-final in the playoffs that decide the Australian champions. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
Liverpool ambassador and club great Ian Rush said the support in Australia was always "phenomenal". "We know that every supporter can't come over to Liverpool to see them play", Mr Rush said. Sydney FC have a 17-point lead in the A-League going into next weekend's final round of the regular season and are guaranteed a home semi-final in the playoffs that decide the Australian champions. (more...)
AT&T to acquire Straight Path Communications in $1.6 billion deal
- April 10, 2017
AT&T shares were flat premarket, while Straight Path shares were not yet active. More specifically, it would give AT&T control of the acquistion target's nationwide portfolio of millimeter wave (mmWave) spectrum, including 39 GHz and 28 GHz licenses, complement its purchase of FiberTower and augment its holdings of mmWave spectrum. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
AT&T shares were flat premarket, while Straight Path shares were not yet active. More specifically, it would give AT&T control of the acquistion target's nationwide portfolio of millimeter wave (mmWave) spectrum, including 39 GHz and 28 GHz licenses, complement its purchase of FiberTower and augment its holdings of mmWave spectrum. (more...)
Hiring slows, but US unemployment falls to 10-year low
- April 10, 2017
The slight decline in the jobless rate is due to 145,000 people entering the workforce and almost half a million Americans finding jobs, according to S&P Global Rating's economist Beth Ann Bovino. The report shows that in a labour force of 43,400, the northeast had 40,600 people employed and 2,800 unemployed in March. New York Fed President William Dudley said on Friday that would prompt only a "little pause" in the central bank's rate hike plans. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
The slight decline in the jobless rate is due to 145,000 people entering the workforce and almost half a million Americans finding jobs, according to S&P Global Rating's economist Beth Ann Bovino. The report shows that in a labour force of 43,400, the northeast had 40,600 people employed and 2,800 unemployed in March. New York Fed President William Dudley said on Friday that would prompt only a "little pause" in the central bank's rate hike plans. (more...)
Rubio says his campaign staffers were targeted by Russian Federation hackers
- April 10, 2017
They made a point of putting themselves at arm's length from the House investigation that has been marked by partisanship and disputes. "We're not asking the House to play any role in our investigation". Asked if he could promise to oversee an impartial probe, Burr responded: "Absolutely". I'll admit I voted for him (Trump). "I would hope that the president is as anxious as we are to get to the bottom of what happened", he said at the hearing. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
They made a point of putting themselves at arm's length from the House investigation that has been marked by partisanship and disputes. "We're not asking the House to play any role in our investigation". Asked if he could promise to oversee an impartial probe, Burr responded: "Absolutely". I'll admit I voted for him (Trump). "I would hope that the president is as anxious as we are to get to the bottom of what happened", he said at the hearing. (more...)
Bashar al-Assad's ouster a priority of United States: Nikki Haley
- April 10, 2017
The strikes on Syria have improved the U.S. position, forcing Russian Federation to re-evaluate its view of the U.S. -Russia relationship. "A one-time deal is not going to be productive". Iran and Russian Federation are Assad's closest allies and label all opponents of his regime as "terrorists". That leverage will give Tillerson an advantage on talks in Moscow, where Assad's fate and the future of Syria are likely to be discussed. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
The strikes on Syria have improved the U.S. position, forcing Russian Federation to re-evaluate its view of the U.S. -Russia relationship. "A one-time deal is not going to be productive". Iran and Russian Federation are Assad's closest allies and label all opponents of his regime as "terrorists". That leverage will give Tillerson an advantage on talks in Moscow, where Assad's fate and the future of Syria are likely to be discussed. (more...)
Trump tells Congress Syria attack ordered to protect U.S. interest
- April 10, 2017
The most powerful message for the Chinese leader may have been Trump's decision to launch US missile strikes at Syria. As most of the trading world moves on from Donald Trump's missile attack on Syria, there's one pocket of the market where anxiety is lingering: South Korea. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
The most powerful message for the Chinese leader may have been Trump's decision to launch US missile strikes at Syria. As most of the trading world moves on from Donald Trump's missile attack on Syria, there's one pocket of the market where anxiety is lingering: South Korea. (more...)
Swift & Knight Transportation to combine
- April 10, 2017
While each company's brand and business will remain separate, the new parent company will be named Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. This transaction creates a truckload transportation company with $5 billion in annual revenue and a truckload presence in dry van, refrigerated, dedicated, cross-border Mexico and Canada and a significant presence in brokerage and intermodal. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
While each company's brand and business will remain separate, the new parent company will be named Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. This transaction creates a truckload transportation company with $5 billion in annual revenue and a truckload presence in dry van, refrigerated, dedicated, cross-border Mexico and Canada and a significant presence in brokerage and intermodal. (more...)
Israel condemns Le Pen comments on WWII round up of Jews
- April 10, 2017
By 1945, just 780 of them remained alive. Ms Le Pen had acknowledged the support of Flosse's Tahoeraa Huiraatira party, saying Flosse was the spokesperson for a majority of French Polynesians. Viewers rated him the most convincing among the candidates in their televised debate last Tuesday. But, if the decision lies in the hands of voters - the people, then for sure, Marine Le Pen be the victor. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
By 1945, just 780 of them remained alive. Ms Le Pen had acknowledged the support of Flosse's Tahoeraa Huiraatira party, saying Flosse was the spokesperson for a majority of French Polynesians. Viewers rated him the most convincing among the candidates in their televised debate last Tuesday. But, if the decision lies in the hands of voters - the people, then for sure, Marine Le Pen be the victor. (more...)
Scott's plan: Be sneaky on front nine
- April 10, 2017
A stellar ball-striking display is keeping world No.9 Adam Scott in the mix during a mouth-watering moving day at the Masters. It is quite possible that no victory was enjoyed by its champion with such determination to let as many people revel in it as well. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
A stellar ball-striking display is keeping world No.9 Adam Scott in the mix during a mouth-watering moving day at the Masters. It is quite possible that no victory was enjoyed by its champion with such determination to let as many people revel in it as well. (more...)
Man pulled from United Airways plane in Chicago
- April 10, 2017
When nobody volunteered, the airline asked a handful of passengers to forfeit their seats - including the man seen in the video. But after passengers were seated on the plane, they were told another four people needed to give up their seats for four United employees flying stand-by. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
When nobody volunteered, the airline asked a handful of passengers to forfeit their seats - including the man seen in the video. But after passengers were seated on the plane, they were told another four people needed to give up their seats for four United employees flying stand-by. (more...)
Trump reaches out to Seoul for support on North Korea, Syria
- April 10, 2017
But while the move might have given the North pause, Pyongyang on Saturday said the strikes only confirmed its view that nuclear weapons were key to guaranteeing its future survival. "We have engaged in deeper understanding, and have built a trust", he said. North Korea is reportedly developing missiles capable of hitting the United States. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
But while the move might have given the North pause, Pyongyang on Saturday said the strikes only confirmed its view that nuclear weapons were key to guaranteeing its future survival. "We have engaged in deeper understanding, and have built a trust", he said. North Korea is reportedly developing missiles capable of hitting the United States. (more...)
Analysts Set Vesuvius Plc (VSVS) Target Price at $472.50
- April 10, 2017
Numis Securities Ltd reissued an "add" rating and issued a GBX 615 ($7.68) target price on shares of Cineworld Group plc in a research note on Wednesday, January 11th. This is a positive change from Vesuvius Plc's previous dividend of $5.15. This represents a dividend yield of 1.37%. ILLEGAL ACTIVITY NOTICE: "Weir Group PLC (WEIR) Upgraded by Barclays PLC to "Overweight" was reported by BBNS and is the sole property of of BBNS. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
Numis Securities Ltd reissued an "add" rating and issued a GBX 615 ($7.68) target price on shares of Cineworld Group plc in a research note on Wednesday, January 11th. This is a positive change from Vesuvius Plc's previous dividend of $5.15. This represents a dividend yield of 1.37%. ILLEGAL ACTIVITY NOTICE: "Weir Group PLC (WEIR) Upgraded by Barclays PLC to "Overweight" was reported by BBNS and is the sole property of of BBNS. (more...)
Google Play Music arrives in India starting at ₹89
- April 10, 2017
Last year, Google acquired 35 million songs and different albums paying Rs.15 per song and Rs.100 per album and signed agreements with music conglomerates extensively to start the new service. The pertinent question is whether Google has done diligence to roll out a paid musci service in a cost-conscious market like India when similar services are available free of cost at a variety of sites like Gaana, Raaga, Naa Songs (Telugu) and thousands of others. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
Last year, Google acquired 35 million songs and different albums paying Rs.15 per song and Rs.100 per album and signed agreements with music conglomerates extensively to start the new service. The pertinent question is whether Google has done diligence to roll out a paid musci service in a cost-conscious market like India when similar services are available free of cost at a variety of sites like Gaana, Raaga, Naa Songs (Telugu) and thousands of others. (more...)
Cities, counties applaud $52 billion California transportation bill
- April 10, 2017
The police chiefs and other law enforcement agencies supported legislative passage of medical marijuana rules a year ago but opposed Proposition 64, which legalized the recreational use of marijuana after voters approved it in November. "They just don't want to be associated with the bill because it has money in it", Brown said. The Air Pollution Control Officers Association, which represents employees in all of the state's air quality management districts, on Tuesday urged lawmakers to drop ... (more...)
- April 10, 2017
The police chiefs and other law enforcement agencies supported legislative passage of medical marijuana rules a year ago but opposed Proposition 64, which legalized the recreational use of marijuana after voters approved it in November. "They just don't want to be associated with the bill because it has money in it", Brown said. The Air Pollution Control Officers Association, which represents employees in all of the state's air quality management districts, on Tuesday urged lawmakers to drop ... (more...)
Australia says it's ready to supply uranium to India
- April 10, 2017
Instead, Turnbull said he was prioritising an Asia-Pacific forum that includes China, amid concerns over access to India's market of 1.3 billion people for farm exports from Australia and opportunities for skilled Indian workers there. Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull is on his maiden visit to India. Prime Minister Modi and Prime Minister Turnbull expressed their support for peace, stability, prosperity, security and integrity of Afghanistan. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
Instead, Turnbull said he was prioritising an Asia-Pacific forum that includes China, amid concerns over access to India's market of 1.3 billion people for farm exports from Australia and opportunities for skilled Indian workers there. Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull is on his maiden visit to India. Prime Minister Modi and Prime Minister Turnbull expressed their support for peace, stability, prosperity, security and integrity of Afghanistan. (more...)
Banks to London staff: no panic as Britain launches European Union divorce process
- April 10, 2017
Brussels is expected to deliver its first response to London on Friday, followed by a summit of European Union leaders to adopt their own guidelines, possibly taking weeks before formal talks start. What did the Prime Minister have to say? "It will also ensure we deliver on our promise to end the supremacy of European Union law in the United Kingdom as we exit". (more...)
- April 10, 2017
Brussels is expected to deliver its first response to London on Friday, followed by a summit of European Union leaders to adopt their own guidelines, possibly taking weeks before formal talks start. What did the Prime Minister have to say? "It will also ensure we deliver on our promise to end the supremacy of European Union law in the United Kingdom as we exit". (more...)
Delta Has Cancelled 3000 Flights This Week And It's A Giant Disaster
- April 10, 2017
Tampa International Airport managed to avoid the brunt of it Friday with 95 delays and 34 canceled flights as of 4 p.m. "We now have 3 cancellations on the books for (Monday) and expect a relatively normal operational day", Thomas said. When these Delta passengers couldn't make their flight, the airline instead chose to treat everyone to a bite. By Saturday the rate of cancellations had "slowed considerably", according to Delta spokesman Michael Thomas. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
Tampa International Airport managed to avoid the brunt of it Friday with 95 delays and 34 canceled flights as of 4 p.m. "We now have 3 cancellations on the books for (Monday) and expect a relatively normal operational day", Thomas said. When these Delta passengers couldn't make their flight, the airline instead chose to treat everyone to a bite. By Saturday the rate of cancellations had "slowed considerably", according to Delta spokesman Michael Thomas. (more...)
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