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'US Secret Service spoke to Trump campaign about second Amendment comment'
- August 13, 2016
Trump repeatedly denied he was inciting violence. "I think that [Clinton's] still in the phase of reassuring some of the more progressive base in the Democratic Party, particularly the Bernie Sanders supporters, that she is going to be tough on Wall Street", said Dittmar. (more...)
- August 13, 2016
Trump repeatedly denied he was inciting violence. "I think that [Clinton's] still in the phase of reassuring some of the more progressive base in the Democratic Party, particularly the Bernie Sanders supporters, that she is going to be tough on Wall Street", said Dittmar. (more...)
NBC sports chief says Rio Games are a 'huge hit'
- August 13, 2016
For instance, on Tuesday, NBC pulled in 33.4 million viewers for its primetime coverage featuring Michael Phelps, Katie Ledecky, and the US women's gymnastics team. - NBC Olympics will provide Virtual Reality (VR) coverage of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games exclusively to authenticated users of compatible Samsung Galaxy smartphones together with Samsung Gear VR via the NBC Sports app , marking the first time Olympics programming will be available in VR. (more...)
- August 13, 2016
For instance, on Tuesday, NBC pulled in 33.4 million viewers for its primetime coverage featuring Michael Phelps, Katie Ledecky, and the US women's gymnastics team. - NBC Olympics will provide Virtual Reality (VR) coverage of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games exclusively to authenticated users of compatible Samsung Galaxy smartphones together with Samsung Gear VR via the NBC Sports app , marking the first time Olympics programming will be available in VR. (more...)
Global stocks at record highs with crude rallying
- August 13, 2016
The market declines came after a new spate of data showing that retail sales were weaker than expected and producer prices saw a sharp decline last month. Oil prices rose amid a positive forecast by the International Energy Agency (IEA). However, oil prices are extending their recent run higher, with September-dated futures up 0.6% at $43.74 per barrel. (more...)
- August 13, 2016
The market declines came after a new spate of data showing that retail sales were weaker than expected and producer prices saw a sharp decline last month. Oil prices rose amid a positive forecast by the International Energy Agency (IEA). However, oil prices are extending their recent run higher, with September-dated futures up 0.6% at $43.74 per barrel. (more...)
Comments from Saudi energy minister push oil benchmarks higher
- August 13, 2016
His comments were interpreted by some to mean the world's biggest oil producer could support a collective production cap. The IEA report also noted the "robust Middle East oil production" in July, led by Saudi Arabia which recorded its highest output ever. (more...)
- August 13, 2016
His comments were interpreted by some to mean the world's biggest oil producer could support a collective production cap. The IEA report also noted the "robust Middle East oil production" in July, led by Saudi Arabia which recorded its highest output ever. (more...)
Ryan Lochte guarantees that Michael Phelps will compete in Tokyo 2020
- August 13, 2016
Away from athletics, Rafael Nadal looks to add to the singles gold he won in Beijing eight years ago when he goes in the men's doubles final alongside Marc Lopez. An Olympics commentator working for Canadian broadcaster CBC suffered embarrassment on Thursday night when he confused Michael Phelps for rival Ryan Lochte. (more...)
- August 13, 2016
Away from athletics, Rafael Nadal looks to add to the singles gold he won in Beijing eight years ago when he goes in the men's doubles final alongside Marc Lopez. An Olympics commentator working for Canadian broadcaster CBC suffered embarrassment on Thursday night when he confused Michael Phelps for rival Ryan Lochte. (more...)
Teddy Riner wins another gold in Olympic judo
- August 13, 2016
With Japan's Hisayoshi Harasawa, the world No. 2 behind Riner, also winning his semifinal, the gold medal final most people were hoping to see came to fruition. Sasson and Brazil's Rafael Silva won bronze. France also won gold in the women's over +78kg category. Fifth-ranked Emilie Andeol beat defending champion Idalys Ortiz in overtime. (more...)
- August 13, 2016
With Japan's Hisayoshi Harasawa, the world No. 2 behind Riner, also winning his semifinal, the gold medal final most people were hoping to see came to fruition. Sasson and Brazil's Rafael Silva won bronze. France also won gold in the women's over +78kg category. Fifth-ranked Emilie Andeol beat defending champion Idalys Ortiz in overtime. (more...)
Had talks with govt over 2nd term: Rajan
- August 13, 2016
On Wednesday he said that the process of dialogue with the government did not reach a stage where he could have agreed to stay on. Towards the end of his three-year tenure, Rajan faced personal attacks from BJP MP Subramanian Swamy, who had alleged that the former International Monetary Fund chief economist was "mentally not fully Indian" and had sent confidential and sensitive financial information overseas. (more...)
- August 13, 2016
On Wednesday he said that the process of dialogue with the government did not reach a stage where he could have agreed to stay on. Towards the end of his three-year tenure, Rajan faced personal attacks from BJP MP Subramanian Swamy, who had alleged that the former International Monetary Fund chief economist was "mentally not fully Indian" and had sent confidential and sensitive financial information overseas. (more...)
U.S. markets hit record highs amid rising oil prices
- August 13, 2016
Macy's shares jumped 18%, marking the best day for the department store operator in almost eight years after it reported a smaller-than-expected drop in quarterly comparable-store sales and said it would close 100 stores. India's Sensex gained 1 percent. Kohl's shares rose 16.17 per cent after its quarterly profit beat estimates. Exxon Mobil rose 1.3 per cent to US$87.85 and gave the biggest boost to the Dow and S&P 500 , while Chevron added 0.75 per cent to US$102.16. (more...)
- August 13, 2016
Macy's shares jumped 18%, marking the best day for the department store operator in almost eight years after it reported a smaller-than-expected drop in quarterly comparable-store sales and said it would close 100 stores. India's Sensex gained 1 percent. Kohl's shares rose 16.17 per cent after its quarterly profit beat estimates. Exxon Mobil rose 1.3 per cent to US$87.85 and gave the biggest boost to the Dow and S&P 500 , while Chevron added 0.75 per cent to US$102.16. (more...)
Vanderbilt's Jelks, Stankavage out for season with injuries
- August 13, 2016
The following season he started in every game for the program, before missing 2015 with his ACL tear and now 2016 with the undisclosed injury. Jelks moved to the left side in 2014, starting all 12 games. In addition to Jelks, Mason also announced Vanderbilt reserve quarterback Shawn Stankavage will also miss the year. Stankavage did not see the field last season either, due in part to an offseason leg injury of his own. (more...)
- August 13, 2016
The following season he started in every game for the program, before missing 2015 with his ACL tear and now 2016 with the undisclosed injury. Jelks moved to the left side in 2014, starting all 12 games. In addition to Jelks, Mason also announced Vanderbilt reserve quarterback Shawn Stankavage will also miss the year. Stankavage did not see the field last season either, due in part to an offseason leg injury of his own. (more...)
Sam Hornish Jr. wins NASCAR Xfinity pole at Mid
- August 13, 2016
The Mid-Ohio Challenge is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. on Saturday where drivers will run 75 laps (169.35 miles) and will be televised by USA Network instead of its usual home on NBC Sports Network due to Olympic coverage. The NASCAR Xfinity Series is the lone NASCAR action this weekend, as drivers compete in the Mid-Ohio 200. The two-day event will include Trans Am racing and Formula 4 racing. (more...)
- August 13, 2016
The Mid-Ohio Challenge is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. on Saturday where drivers will run 75 laps (169.35 miles) and will be televised by USA Network instead of its usual home on NBC Sports Network due to Olympic coverage. The NASCAR Xfinity Series is the lone NASCAR action this weekend, as drivers compete in the Mid-Ohio 200. The two-day event will include Trans Am racing and Formula 4 racing. (more...)
Victory For Local Pro-Corbyn Group At Labour 'Leadership' Meeting
- August 13, 2016
When Heat Street spoke to Lindsey Thomas today he claimed not to remember anybody raising the issue of the Israeli ambassador, but noted that such a thing "may have been said". At the party conference previous year, the union refused to back Mr Corbyn's stance on the issue, telling him hundreds of thousands of defence jobs were reliant on retaining the nuclear deterrent and to "get real". (more...)
- August 13, 2016
When Heat Street spoke to Lindsey Thomas today he claimed not to remember anybody raising the issue of the Israeli ambassador, but noted that such a thing "may have been said". At the party conference previous year, the union refused to back Mr Corbyn's stance on the issue, telling him hundreds of thousands of defence jobs were reliant on retaining the nuclear deterrent and to "get real". (more...)
Clinton says Trump hasn't offered any 'credible solutions' for economy
- August 13, 2016
Trump's speech also called for squelching regulation in the private sector, trade reform and reenergizing the coal industry. The latest planned release is seen as a prompt for Trump to release his tax returns as well. And she made a quiet, Olympics-pegged case for globalization. The returns would also show how much money Trump has donated to charity. "What is happening here can happen in so many places if we put our mind to it and support advanced manufacturing". (more...)
- August 13, 2016
Trump's speech also called for squelching regulation in the private sector, trade reform and reenergizing the coal industry. The latest planned release is seen as a prompt for Trump to release his tax returns as well. And she made a quiet, Olympics-pegged case for globalization. The returns would also show how much money Trump has donated to charity. "What is happening here can happen in so many places if we put our mind to it and support advanced manufacturing". (more...)
Donald Trump Is Now Calling Obama The 'Most Valuable Player' For ISIS
- August 13, 2016
His suggestion that the president was honoured by Isis recalled an earlier controversy when Mr Trump seemingly implied that the president had some connection to the terrorist massacre of 49 people at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando in June. (more...)
- August 13, 2016
His suggestion that the president was honoured by Isis recalled an earlier controversy when Mr Trump seemingly implied that the president had some connection to the terrorist massacre of 49 people at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando in June. (more...)
US stock indexes move higher in afternoon trading; oil up
- August 13, 2016
The value of irrigated farmland in the region fell 5 percent while non-irrigated land and pastures both declined 3 percent. More than four-fifths of S&P 500 companies have posted results so far, of which 78 percent beat profit projections and 56 percent exceeded sales expectations. (more...)
- August 13, 2016
The value of irrigated farmland in the region fell 5 percent while non-irrigated land and pastures both declined 3 percent. More than four-fifths of S&P 500 companies have posted results so far, of which 78 percent beat profit projections and 56 percent exceeded sales expectations. (more...)
Claudio Ranieri signs new four-year contract with Leicester City
- August 13, 2016
Leicester City will be going into this weekend's opening fixture as Premier League champions. Ranieri's troops can now be backed at a best-priced 33/1 (Betfred) to successfully defend their title, while could be worth a few pounds at 6/1 (Paddy Power) to finish in the top-4. (more...)
- August 13, 2016
Leicester City will be going into this weekend's opening fixture as Premier League champions. Ranieri's troops can now be backed at a best-priced 33/1 (Betfred) to successfully defend their title, while could be worth a few pounds at 6/1 (Paddy Power) to finish in the top-4. (more...)
Private funeral has been held for Duke of Westminster
- August 13, 2016
Gerald Cavendish Grosvenor passed away aged 64 on Tuesday (9 August) after suddenly falling ill on his Abbeystead grouse shooting estate in Lancashire. His son, Earl Grosvenor, 25, inherits the title. "No further comment will be made for the time being but further information will follow in due course". (more...)
- August 13, 2016
Gerald Cavendish Grosvenor passed away aged 64 on Tuesday (9 August) after suddenly falling ill on his Abbeystead grouse shooting estate in Lancashire. His son, Earl Grosvenor, 25, inherits the title. "No further comment will be made for the time being but further information will follow in due course". (more...)
New U.S. Adidas Shoe Factory To Be Staffed By Robots
- August 13, 2016
After suffering five bad years in the U.S., Adidas in July released more details of a turnaround plan outlining three pillars to its success: Speed (accelerating time to market), Key Cities (urban centers creating trends and shaping global brands) and Open Source (collaborations with athletes, creatives, consumers and other partners). (more...)
- August 13, 2016
After suffering five bad years in the U.S., Adidas in July released more details of a turnaround plan outlining three pillars to its success: Speed (accelerating time to market), Key Cities (urban centers creating trends and shaping global brands) and Open Source (collaborations with athletes, creatives, consumers and other partners). (more...)
Delta Cancels 300 Flights Wednesday Amid Power Failure Fallout
- August 13, 2016
Though Delta had hoped its systems would be fully operational on Tuesday, almost 800 flights were cancelled and the delays continued. Those passengers can make one change to their itineraries without paying the standard change fee of $200 domestically to as much as $500 for global flights. (more...)
- August 13, 2016
Though Delta had hoped its systems would be fully operational on Tuesday, almost 800 flights were cancelled and the delays continued. Those passengers can make one change to their itineraries without paying the standard change fee of $200 domestically to as much as $500 for global flights. (more...)
Zach Johnson tied for John Deere Classic lead
- August 13, 2016
He won his third Web.com Tour title of the season last week in Kansas to earn an immediate PGA Tour promotion. That edge helped Pinckney rebound to close out his opening round Thursday with six birdies in his final eight holes, He now sits at 5-under par, tied with Scott Brown and one stroke back of the clubhouse leaders. (more...)
- August 13, 2016
He won his third Web.com Tour title of the season last week in Kansas to earn an immediate PGA Tour promotion. That edge helped Pinckney rebound to close out his opening round Thursday with six birdies in his final eight holes, He now sits at 5-under par, tied with Scott Brown and one stroke back of the clubhouse leaders. (more...)
Why Arianna Huffington Is Leaving Huffington Post
- August 13, 2016
The company, based in New York's Soho neighborhood (and, notably, in the same building where The Huffington Post first launched) is set to launch formally in November, but has already begun piloting programs and workshops with the global firm Accenture. (more...)
- August 13, 2016
The company, based in New York's Soho neighborhood (and, notably, in the same building where The Huffington Post first launched) is set to launch formally in November, but has already begun piloting programs and workshops with the global firm Accenture. (more...)
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