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Nuke emergency at Hanford
- May 23, 2017
The Plutonium Uranium Extraction Plant was built in the 1950s. Hanford has been in the process of being cleaned up for almost three decades. No workers were injured as a result of Tuesday's cave-in, officials said . Hours later, the U.S. Energy Department said an undisclosed number of non-essential workers were being sent home. According to the Hanford website, "there is no indication of a release of contamination at this point". (more...)
- May 23, 2017
The Plutonium Uranium Extraction Plant was built in the 1950s. Hanford has been in the process of being cleaned up for almost three decades. No workers were injured as a result of Tuesday's cave-in, officials said . Hours later, the U.S. Energy Department said an undisclosed number of non-essential workers were being sent home. According to the Hanford website, "there is no indication of a release of contamination at this point". (more...)
Dead, Dozens Injured In Explosion At Ariana Grande Concert
- May 23, 2017
Added Oliver Jones, 17: "The bang echoed around the foyer of the arena and people started to run". "Such a violent and brutal attack inflicts terror and long-lasting trauma on children and families and leaves a wound that can only be healed by compassion, love and solidarity", he said. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
Added Oliver Jones, 17: "The bang echoed around the foyer of the arena and people started to run". "Such a violent and brutal attack inflicts terror and long-lasting trauma on children and families and leaves a wound that can only be healed by compassion, love and solidarity", he said. (more...)
Trump's speech draws mixed reaction from Muslim world
- May 23, 2017
The two-day trip, which included a major speech on Sunday meant to unite the Muslim world against terrorism and radical ideology, is also considered important as it's the first time a US president traveled to Saudi Arabia on his first overseas trip after being elected. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
The two-day trip, which included a major speech on Sunday meant to unite the Muslim world against terrorism and radical ideology, is also considered important as it's the first time a US president traveled to Saudi Arabia on his first overseas trip after being elected. (more...)
UNSC condemns North Korea missile test, vows to tighten sanctions
- May 23, 2017
It did not immediately provide more details. If true, that development would substantially increase the threat posed by North Korea's missile force-the Pukguksong-2 can be deployed on tracked mobile launchers, and it uses a "cold-launch" system that requires much less preparation time, which provides much less of an opportunity for the USA and allies to detect an impending attack. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
It did not immediately provide more details. If true, that development would substantially increase the threat posed by North Korea's missile force-the Pukguksong-2 can be deployed on tracked mobile launchers, and it uses a "cold-launch" system that requires much less preparation time, which provides much less of an opportunity for the USA and allies to detect an impending attack. (more...)
Spanish police arrest former Barcelona FC president in graft investigation
- May 23, 2017
Find us on Facebook too! Officials said the operation used information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation following the USA case against high-level Federation Internationale de Football Association officials in 2015. Rosell was cleared of any wrongdoing at the time. The Brazilian superstar has since been ordered to stand trial after being accused of fraud . DIS claim it was cheated out of its real share because part of the transfer fee was concealed by Barcelona, Santos and the ... (more...)
- May 23, 2017
Find us on Facebook too! Officials said the operation used information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation following the USA case against high-level Federation Internationale de Football Association officials in 2015. Rosell was cleared of any wrongdoing at the time. The Brazilian superstar has since been ordered to stand trial after being accused of fraud . DIS claim it was cheated out of its real share because part of the transfer fee was concealed by Barcelona, Santos and the ... (more...)
Manchester terror attack: Dad's daughter 'in bits' after Arena attack
- May 23, 2017
If you are concerned for the safety of any loved ones who live in Manchester, or who may have attended the concert our guide may help you. When he heard the explosion, he said: "I managed to grab my daughter and we ran". Several children are thought to be among the dead following the suspected suicide bombing during an Ariana Grande concert. It described her as "a lovely young student who was very popular with her peers and the staff". (more...)
- May 23, 2017
If you are concerned for the safety of any loved ones who live in Manchester, or who may have attended the concert our guide may help you. When he heard the explosion, he said: "I managed to grab my daughter and we ran". Several children are thought to be among the dead following the suspected suicide bombing during an Ariana Grande concert. It described her as "a lovely young student who was very popular with her peers and the staff". (more...)
Ford's global job cut unlikely to have major impact in India
- May 23, 2017
The No. 2 US automaker said it must focus on "becoming as lean and efficient as possible" as it announced job cuts that will affect 1,400 of about 15,000 salaried workers in its North America and Asia divisions and will be completed by October. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
The No. 2 US automaker said it must focus on "becoming as lean and efficient as possible" as it announced job cuts that will affect 1,400 of about 15,000 salaried workers in its North America and Asia divisions and will be completed by October. (more...)
Shire PLC (SHP) Earns Buy Rating from Berenberg Bank
- May 23, 2017
Among 19 analysts covering United Utilities Group PLC ( LON:UU ), 11 have Buy rating, 2 Sell and 6 Hold. Therefore 100% are positive. Jefferies Group LLC dropped their price objective on Royal Mail PLC from GBX 360 ($4.65) to GBX 330 ($4.26) and set an "underperform" rating for the company in a report on Friday, April 28th. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
Among 19 analysts covering United Utilities Group PLC ( LON:UU ), 11 have Buy rating, 2 Sell and 6 Hold. Therefore 100% are positive. Jefferies Group LLC dropped their price objective on Royal Mail PLC from GBX 360 ($4.65) to GBX 330 ($4.26) and set an "underperform" rating for the company in a report on Friday, April 28th. (more...)
Snapchat growth stalls in first earnings report
- May 23, 2017
Shares in Snap have sunk after it reported slow growth in its first quarter. Revenue surged 286% year-over-year to $ 150 million , but that still fell short of Wall Street's projected $158 million. When asked if he feared Snap would be crushed by Facebook, Spiegel replied: "You have to get comfortable with the fact that people are going to copy you if you make great stuff". (more...)
- May 23, 2017
Shares in Snap have sunk after it reported slow growth in its first quarter. Revenue surged 286% year-over-year to $ 150 million , but that still fell short of Wall Street's projected $158 million. When asked if he feared Snap would be crushed by Facebook, Spiegel replied: "You have to get comfortable with the fact that people are going to copy you if you make great stuff". (more...)
German prosecutors to search Daimler offices in diesel probe
- May 23, 2017
Global battery-making capacity is set to more than double by 2021, reaching 278 gigawatt-hours, up from about 103 gigawatt-hours now, BNEF said , adding that Europe's market share is expected to nearly double over that time from 2.5 percent. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
Global battery-making capacity is set to more than double by 2021, reaching 278 gigawatt-hours, up from about 103 gigawatt-hours now, BNEF said , adding that Europe's market share is expected to nearly double over that time from 2.5 percent. (more...)
Saudi oil minister confident in extension of production cuts
- May 23, 2017
The price of oil Brent for the first time since April 18, climbed above $54 per barrel. The crude oil cut down by OPEC is facing stiff competition from USA which is further sending flotillas of tankers to exploit Asia's oil market. Croft told CNBC that Iraq will ultimately cooperate "but they might make it difficult along the way", pointing out that oil minister Jabbar al-Luaibi has fought hard to prevent his country from having to take what is the second largest hit to its ... (more...)
- May 23, 2017
The price of oil Brent for the first time since April 18, climbed above $54 per barrel. The crude oil cut down by OPEC is facing stiff competition from USA which is further sending flotillas of tankers to exploit Asia's oil market. Croft told CNBC that Iraq will ultimately cooperate "but they might make it difficult along the way", pointing out that oil minister Jabbar al-Luaibi has fought hard to prevent his country from having to take what is the second largest hit to its ... (more...)
Germany, France pledge new effort to strengthen eurozone
- May 23, 2017
The French minister said that the aim of the joint working group would be to study the prospects of a fiscal convergence, joint investment projects and a coordinated economic policy. That meeting was announced when France's newly elected President Emmanuel Macron visited Berlin last week. Mr Le Maire said: "We see in Brexit an opportunity for our financial companies to be more attractive than they were before. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
The French minister said that the aim of the joint working group would be to study the prospects of a fiscal convergence, joint investment projects and a coordinated economic policy. That meeting was announced when France's newly elected President Emmanuel Macron visited Berlin last week. Mr Le Maire said: "We see in Brexit an opportunity for our financial companies to be more attractive than they were before. (more...)
United Kingdom borrowing rises unexpectedly in April
- May 23, 2017
Borrowing jumped unexpectedly to £10.4 billion last month, up £1.2 billion from a year earlier and the worst April for the public finances since 2014. The slide appears to have been party attributed to falling tax receipts as they fell to 3.9% year-on-year last month, while VAT revenues grew by just 0.2%. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
Borrowing jumped unexpectedly to £10.4 billion last month, up £1.2 billion from a year earlier and the worst April for the public finances since 2014. The slide appears to have been party attributed to falling tax receipts as they fell to 3.9% year-on-year last month, while VAT revenues grew by just 0.2%. (more...)
Trump accused of 'Iranophobia' as he lands in Israel
- May 23, 2017
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged the flight in remarks on Trump's arrival. He spoke on condition of anonymity pending a formal government announcement. The area is home to sensitive religious sites, including the Western Wall, the holiest place where Jews can pray. The controversies around Trump's visit underscore a larger shift in how some Israel officials are viewing the new US president. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged the flight in remarks on Trump's arrival. He spoke on condition of anonymity pending a formal government announcement. The area is home to sensitive religious sites, including the Western Wall, the holiest place where Jews can pray. The controversies around Trump's visit underscore a larger shift in how some Israel officials are viewing the new US president. (more...)
GST will lower tax burden in several commodities: Finance Ministry
- May 23, 2017
Last week, the GST Council had finalised the fitment of over 1,200 goods and 500 services in the four tier tax bracket of 5, 12, 18, and 28 per cent under the GST regime. Other items coming under the 28 per cent slab are: single loudspeakers, mounted in their enclosures, Audio-frequency electric amplifiers, Electric sound amplifier sets, Parts; Sound recording or reproducing apparatus; and Video recording or reproducing apparatus, whether or not incorporating a video tuner. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
Last week, the GST Council had finalised the fitment of over 1,200 goods and 500 services in the four tier tax bracket of 5, 12, 18, and 28 per cent under the GST regime. Other items coming under the 28 per cent slab are: single loudspeakers, mounted in their enclosures, Audio-frequency electric amplifiers, Electric sound amplifier sets, Parts; Sound recording or reproducing apparatus; and Video recording or reproducing apparatus, whether or not incorporating a video tuner. (more...)
Expect heavy travel, higher prices Memorial Day weekend
- May 23, 2017
If you're planning to hit the road this Memorial Day weekend, you won't be alone. "The expected spike mirrors the positive growth seen throughout the travel industry this year", Bill Sutherland, a senior vice president for travel and publishing at AAA , said in a news release. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
If you're planning to hit the road this Memorial Day weekend, you won't be alone. "The expected spike mirrors the positive growth seen throughout the travel industry this year", Bill Sutherland, a senior vice president for travel and publishing at AAA , said in a news release. (more...)
Trump and Netanyahu hail Israeli-Palestinian 'chance for peace' ahead of talks
- May 23, 2017
Still, Trump's unconventional approach to diplomacy has raised hopes that he may be well positioned to jump-start talks bogged down by entrenched interests and ancient enmity. The family was separated by gender. He became the first sitting U.S. president to visit the site in the Israeli-annexed east of the city. Trump seemed eager for a chance to answer a question about the state of USA and Israeli intelligence sharing. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
Still, Trump's unconventional approach to diplomacy has raised hopes that he may be well positioned to jump-start talks bogged down by entrenched interests and ancient enmity. The family was separated by gender. He became the first sitting U.S. president to visit the site in the Israeli-annexed east of the city. Trump seemed eager for a chance to answer a question about the state of USA and Israeli intelligence sharing. (more...)
US appeals court to review Trump revised travel ban
- May 23, 2017
The federal appellate judges are considering rulings by two federal judges against the travel ban. The three-judge panel from the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals had tough questions for each side. But such a finding, Wall said, would be "a remarkable holding" that will "require the strongest, clearest affirmative showing" that the revised order is a pretext for religious discrimination. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
The federal appellate judges are considering rulings by two federal judges against the travel ban. The three-judge panel from the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals had tough questions for each side. But such a finding, Wall said, would be "a remarkable holding" that will "require the strongest, clearest affirmative showing" that the revised order is a pretext for religious discrimination. (more...)
Nokia and Apple settle long-running legal disputes
- May 23, 2017
Nokia has settled its legal battle with Apple with a new patent license agreement and also signed a business deal with the USA giant, surprising investors who had expected the dispute to drag on. The lawsuits, filed with the regional courts in Dusseldorf, Mannheim and Munich in Germany and the US District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, covered technologies such as display, user interface software, antenna, chipset and video coding. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
Nokia has settled its legal battle with Apple with a new patent license agreement and also signed a business deal with the USA giant, surprising investors who had expected the dispute to drag on. The lawsuits, filed with the regional courts in Dusseldorf, Mannheim and Munich in Germany and the US District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, covered technologies such as display, user interface software, antenna, chipset and video coding. (more...)
Iran foreign minister scorns Trump after speech, arms deal
- May 23, 2017
This included the largest arms deal ever made in United States history, according to the White House. Arizona Sen. John McCain said on Fox that while the President's Saudi Arabia trip was going well, it needed to include a robust call for USA values. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
This included the largest arms deal ever made in United States history, according to the White House. Arizona Sen. John McCain said on Fox that while the President's Saudi Arabia trip was going well, it needed to include a robust call for USA values. (more...)
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