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Exxon seeks waiver from USA to resume Russian oil projects
- April 25, 2017
According to commentators, given that Exxon's former chief executive Rex Tillerson was now USA secretary of state, any such request would draw attention. "Russia's activities in Ukraine and Syria have clearly shown that they can not be trusted to be responsible or humane players on the worldwide stage", Senate Foreign Relations Committee member Robert Menendez (D-N.J.) said Thursday in a statement. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
According to commentators, given that Exxon's former chief executive Rex Tillerson was now USA secretary of state, any such request would draw attention. "Russia's activities in Ukraine and Syria have clearly shown that they can not be trusted to be responsible or humane players on the worldwide stage", Senate Foreign Relations Committee member Robert Menendez (D-N.J.) said Thursday in a statement. (more...)
Coca-Cola Bottling Trades Ex-Dividend Wednesday (COKE)
- April 25, 2017
Several other research firms have also recently weighed in on KO. The Coca-Cola now has a consensus rating of Hold and a consensus price target of $44.04. The firm also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Monday, April 3rd. Stockholders of record on Wednesday, March 15th were given a $0.37 dividend. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Several other research firms have also recently weighed in on KO. The Coca-Cola now has a consensus rating of Hold and a consensus price target of $44.04. The firm also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Monday, April 3rd. Stockholders of record on Wednesday, March 15th were given a $0.37 dividend. (more...)
Gov't shutdown, health bill rescue at stake in Congress
- April 25, 2017
Earlier on Monday, Schumer reiterated an assertion made last week that bipartisan negotiations in Congress were going well until the White House began demanding money for the wall as a condition for accepting a funding bill. When asked, "Why is there even discussion about shutting down the government over paying for the wall?" Despite maintaining that Mexico will pay, Trump also blamed opposition Democrats on Sunday for blocking USA funding to start construction of the wall project. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Earlier on Monday, Schumer reiterated an assertion made last week that bipartisan negotiations in Congress were going well until the White House began demanding money for the wall as a condition for accepting a funding bill. When asked, "Why is there even discussion about shutting down the government over paying for the wall?" Despite maintaining that Mexico will pay, Trump also blamed opposition Democrats on Sunday for blocking USA funding to start construction of the wall project. (more...)
French election: Macron to face Le Pen in final round
- April 25, 2017
Ms Le Pen will be keen to avoid a repetition of 2002 when her father and National Front founder, Jean-Marie Le Pen, got through to the second round in a surprise vote but went on to lose in a humiliating landslide against right-wing president Jacques Chirac. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Ms Le Pen will be keen to avoid a repetition of 2002 when her father and National Front founder, Jean-Marie Le Pen, got through to the second round in a surprise vote but went on to lose in a humiliating landslide against right-wing president Jacques Chirac. (more...)
USS Michigan nuclear sub heads to South Korea
- April 25, 2017
The 560-foot MI is the US Navy's second Ohio-class nuclear-powered submarine. Trump said he was sending "an armada" to Korean waters potentially to deal with threats from North Korea. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson would chair a special ministerial meeting of the U.N. Security Council on North Korea on Friday. Envoys from Japan, the US and South Korea have gathered in Tokyo to discuss North Korea amid concern it may carry out another nuclear or missile test. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
The 560-foot MI is the US Navy's second Ohio-class nuclear-powered submarine. Trump said he was sending "an armada" to Korean waters potentially to deal with threats from North Korea. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson would chair a special ministerial meeting of the U.N. Security Council on North Korea on Friday. Envoys from Japan, the US and South Korea have gathered in Tokyo to discuss North Korea amid concern it may carry out another nuclear or missile test. (more...)
Australia announces tougher new exams for citizenship
- April 25, 2017
Two new visas will impose tougher English language tests and stricter labour market testing, and require at least two years of work experience and a mandatory police check. "Congratulations for being totally out of touch with the challenges small operators are having with finding Australian workers", one wrote on Facebook in response Mr Turnbull's announcement. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Two new visas will impose tougher English language tests and stricter labour market testing, and require at least two years of work experience and a mandatory police check. "Congratulations for being totally out of touch with the challenges small operators are having with finding Australian workers", one wrote on Facebook in response Mr Turnbull's announcement. (more...)
Here's one thing United will do differently after the fiasco
- April 25, 2017
In addition to all of this, a spokesperson for the airline says that crew members traveling on a flight must be booked on that aircraft 60 minutes prior to departure. Munoz has since called Dao directly to apologize and issued a notice to United employees that passengers must not be forced off airplanes except for security reasons. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
In addition to all of this, a spokesperson for the airline says that crew members traveling on a flight must be booked on that aircraft 60 minutes prior to departure. Munoz has since called Dao directly to apologize and issued a notice to United employees that passengers must not be forced off airplanes except for security reasons. (more...)
Maxine Waters: 'There's Something Wrong Psychologically' With Bill O'Reilly
- April 25, 2017
Earlier this month, O'Reilly was the subject of a New York Times report that detailed how he and Fox News paid about $13 million to settle complaints from five women who had worked for him or appeared on his show. "Fox News has demonstrated again and again the strength of its talent bench". Media mogul Rupert Murdoch and his son Lachlan are co-executive chairmen of the company and son James is chief executive officer. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Earlier this month, O'Reilly was the subject of a New York Times report that detailed how he and Fox News paid about $13 million to settle complaints from five women who had worked for him or appeared on his show. "Fox News has demonstrated again and again the strength of its talent bench". Media mogul Rupert Murdoch and his son Lachlan are co-executive chairmen of the company and son James is chief executive officer. (more...)
United Airlines: CEO Oscar Munoz will not take chairman position
- April 25, 2017
Aninda Sadhukhan visited his shredder to dispose of his United MileagePlus Explorer card with Chase Bank on Monday night after he canceled the account. While three aviation officers were suspended, it took United several days to apologize to Dao. Language in prepared statements evolved from describing the incident as "upsetting" to "truly horrifying" and Munoz eventually conceded responsibility, appearing solemnly on Good Morning America to say he was ashamed of the way the doctor had been ... (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Aninda Sadhukhan visited his shredder to dispose of his United MileagePlus Explorer card with Chase Bank on Monday night after he canceled the account. While three aviation officers were suspended, it took United several days to apologize to Dao. Language in prepared statements evolved from describing the incident as "upsetting" to "truly horrifying" and Munoz eventually conceded responsibility, appearing solemnly on Good Morning America to say he was ashamed of the way the doctor had been ... (more...)
Bill O'Reilly Will Be Investigated For Sexual Harassment
- April 25, 2017
The allegation, which has resulted in several companies to pull their advertisement contracts with O'Reilly's show, will now be investigated by 21 Century Fox . "Details are pretty disturbing here, with the victims claiming things like verbal abuse, lewd comments, unwanted advances, and phone calls in which it sounded as if Mr. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
The allegation, which has resulted in several companies to pull their advertisement contracts with O'Reilly's show, will now be investigated by 21 Century Fox . "Details are pretty disturbing here, with the victims claiming things like verbal abuse, lewd comments, unwanted advances, and phone calls in which it sounded as if Mr. (more...)
LVMH to consolidate hold on Dior in multibillion-euro deal
- April 25, 2017
LVMH will also buy the Christian Dior couture brand from the Christian Dior holding company for an enterprise value of 6.5 billion euros ($7.1 billion). They illustrate the commitment of my family group and emphasise its confidence in the long-term perspectives of LVMH and its brands. The Boards of Directors of Christian Dior and LVMH are unanimously favorable to the contemplated transactions and appointed independent experts to review their terms. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
LVMH will also buy the Christian Dior couture brand from the Christian Dior holding company for an enterprise value of 6.5 billion euros ($7.1 billion). They illustrate the commitment of my family group and emphasise its confidence in the long-term perspectives of LVMH and its brands. The Boards of Directors of Christian Dior and LVMH are unanimously favorable to the contemplated transactions and appointed independent experts to review their terms. (more...)
British Parliament Backs May's Plan for Early Elections
- April 25, 2017
A spokesperson for party leader Jeremy Corbyn said it was "not our policy and it won't be in our manifesto". The early ballot will give the prime minister - or her replacement - more time to implement Brexit before another election . (more...)
- April 25, 2017
A spokesperson for party leader Jeremy Corbyn said it was "not our policy and it won't be in our manifesto". The early ballot will give the prime minister - or her replacement - more time to implement Brexit before another election . (more...)
Christy Clark optimistic as BC election approaches halfway mark
- April 25, 2017
The Liberals countered again by calling on the NDP to return the Steelworkers' money because of donations the union made to U.S. Rep. Peter Defazio, who has criticized Canadian lumber imports. The NDP have pledged to do away with the fees, but Clark says it's unclear how they intend to make up the revenue. Party Leader John Horgan has repeatedly said he would change the election rules and ban corporate and union donations but will continue to accept them through this election. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
The Liberals countered again by calling on the NDP to return the Steelworkers' money because of donations the union made to U.S. Rep. Peter Defazio, who has criticized Canadian lumber imports. The NDP have pledged to do away with the fees, but Clark says it's unclear how they intend to make up the revenue. Party Leader John Horgan has repeatedly said he would change the election rules and ban corporate and union donations but will continue to accept them through this election. (more...)
Obama Returns to Spotlight for Chicago Civics Forum
- April 25, 2017
Through the Obama Foundation and his future presidential library, both in Chicago, the former president hopes to discover young people with talent and passion for community work and give them the tools they need to do it successfully . "What is preventing us from tackling [challenges] and making more progress really has to do with our politics and our civic life", he said. Max M. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Through the Obama Foundation and his future presidential library, both in Chicago, the former president hopes to discover young people with talent and passion for community work and give them the tools they need to do it successfully . "What is preventing us from tackling [challenges] and making more progress really has to do with our politics and our civic life", he said. Max M. (more...)
South Korea charges ousted leader Park and Lotte chief with bribery
- April 25, 2017
Impeached by lawmakers late a year ago and officially removed from office by the country's high court last month, the former leader now faces the prospect of life in prison. Lotte has denied allegations that it made improper deals with Park, or those linked to her, for favours. "We find the decision on the indictment regrettable", Lotte Group said in a statement. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Impeached by lawmakers late a year ago and officially removed from office by the country's high court last month, the former leader now faces the prospect of life in prison. Lotte has denied allegations that it made improper deals with Park, or those linked to her, for favours. "We find the decision on the indictment regrettable", Lotte Group said in a statement. (more...)
Canada unveils legislation to legalize cannabis
- April 25, 2017
Canadian lawmakers announced their intentions in March, saying their aim was to roll out the measure nationwide by July 1, 2018. The federal government's plan, based on recommendations from a task force, would set a minimum age limit of 18 years old for purchase of marijuana. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Canadian lawmakers announced their intentions in March, saying their aim was to roll out the measure nationwide by July 1, 2018. The federal government's plan, based on recommendations from a task force, would set a minimum age limit of 18 years old for purchase of marijuana. (more...)
Security Council must impose new sanctions on North Korea
- April 25, 2017
In a statement released late Friday, North Korea's Foreign Ministry accused Trump of driving the region into an "extremely risky phase" with his sending of the aircraft carrier and said the North was ready to stand up against any kind of threated posed by the United States. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
In a statement released late Friday, North Korea's Foreign Ministry accused Trump of driving the region into an "extremely risky phase" with his sending of the aircraft carrier and said the North was ready to stand up against any kind of threated posed by the United States. (more...)
General election: Tory victory 'will not strengthen May's Brexit hand'
- April 25, 2017
In his article, Mr Verhofstadt wrote: "The theory espoused by some, that Theresa May is calling a general election on Brexit in order to secure a better deal with the European Union, is nonsensical". She said she could not pledge the rights would be maintained if the European Union failed to do the same for Brits living in the bloc. May over the holding of a general election. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
In his article, Mr Verhofstadt wrote: "The theory espoused by some, that Theresa May is calling a general election on Brexit in order to secure a better deal with the European Union, is nonsensical". She said she could not pledge the rights would be maintained if the European Union failed to do the same for Brits living in the bloc. May over the holding of a general election. (more...)
IMF foresees 3.5% global economy growth in 2017
- April 25, 2017
The IMF also revised downward its outlook on Russia's GDP decline previous year from 0.6% to 0.2%. As for the Gulf, the International Monetary Fund said that economic growth in Saudi Arabia and most other Arab oil exporters would slow this year following production cuts aimed at propping up energy prices. (more...)
- April 25, 2017
The IMF also revised downward its outlook on Russia's GDP decline previous year from 0.6% to 0.2%. As for the Gulf, the International Monetary Fund said that economic growth in Saudi Arabia and most other Arab oil exporters would slow this year following production cuts aimed at propping up energy prices. (more...)
Royal send-off for record number of London Marathon runners
- April 25, 2017
Prince William was seen speaking to Pippa Creasy and her two grown-up children Will and Henrietta, who are all running for CALM , a charity partner of Heads Together . With an election race in full flow, the annual challenge will also fittingly play host to a record number of MPs. In the women's elite race, Kenyan champion Mary Keitany vies for her third London Marathon title, coming up against fierce competition from world champion Mare Dibaba and Britain's Jo Pavey, who is still ... (more...)
- April 25, 2017
Prince William was seen speaking to Pippa Creasy and her two grown-up children Will and Henrietta, who are all running for CALM , a charity partner of Heads Together . With an election race in full flow, the annual challenge will also fittingly play host to a record number of MPs. In the women's elite race, Kenyan champion Mary Keitany vies for her third London Marathon title, coming up against fierce competition from world champion Mare Dibaba and Britain's Jo Pavey, who is still ... (more...)
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