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Trump's Budget Proposal Is Based On Some Pretty Optimistic Assumptions
- May 24, 2017
But it does call for substantial cuts to other mandatory spending, including the Social Security disability program, food stamps, as you mentioned, and Medicaid . Indeed, California Rep. Ed Royce, the Republican chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, said in a statement, "I don't support deep cuts to the State Department and Agency for International Development that undermine national security". (more...)
- May 24, 2017
But it does call for substantial cuts to other mandatory spending, including the Social Security disability program, food stamps, as you mentioned, and Medicaid . Indeed, California Rep. Ed Royce, the Republican chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, said in a statement, "I don't support deep cuts to the State Department and Agency for International Development that undermine national security". (more...)
China dismisses Moody's downgrade decision
- May 24, 2017
Government-led stimulus has been a major driver of economic growth over recent years, but the pump-priming has also been accompanied by runaway credit growth and has created a mountain of debt - now standing at almost 300 percent of GDP. The offshore yuan extended losses after Moody's downgrade, weakening 0.12 per cent to 6.8889 per United States dollar as of 8:24am in Shanghai. Containing no surprises, the plan called for an increase in military and infrastructure spending but also cuts to ... (more...)
- May 24, 2017
Government-led stimulus has been a major driver of economic growth over recent years, but the pump-priming has also been accompanied by runaway credit growth and has created a mountain of debt - now standing at almost 300 percent of GDP. The offshore yuan extended losses after Moody's downgrade, weakening 0.12 per cent to 6.8889 per United States dollar as of 8:24am in Shanghai. Containing no surprises, the plan called for an increase in military and infrastructure spending but also cuts to ... (more...)
Manchester Arena attack: First victim identified as 18-year-old college student
- May 24, 2017
An 8-year-old girl was among the dead - the youngest known victim - and the child's mother and sister were among 59 people wounded in what British Prime Minister Theresa May called "a callous terrorist attack". Almost 60 people were also injured in the blasts. In her excitement ahead of attending the concert, Georgina had reached out to Ariana to send her a message on Twitter, writing: "So excited to see you tomorrow". (more...)
- May 24, 2017
An 8-year-old girl was among the dead - the youngest known victim - and the child's mother and sister were among 59 people wounded in what British Prime Minister Theresa May called "a callous terrorist attack". Almost 60 people were also injured in the blasts. In her excitement ahead of attending the concert, Georgina had reached out to Ariana to send her a message on Twitter, writing: "So excited to see you tomorrow". (more...)
Liberty Property Trust (NYSE:LPT) Institutional Investor Sentiment Analysis
- May 24, 2017
The share price of the company (NYSE:LPT) was down -0.44%, with a high of 41.34 during the day and the volume of Liberty Property Trust shares traded was 1024319. The firm has "Neutral" rating by Bank of America given on Thursday, December 15. As per Monday, August 15, the company rating was downgraded by Compass Point. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
The share price of the company (NYSE:LPT) was down -0.44%, with a high of 41.34 during the day and the volume of Liberty Property Trust shares traded was 1024319. The firm has "Neutral" rating by Bank of America given on Thursday, December 15. As per Monday, August 15, the company rating was downgraded by Compass Point. (more...)
$100 of Bitcoin 7 Years Ago Now Valued at $72.9 Million
- May 24, 2017
Today, 10,000 bitcoins add up to about $20.5 million (£15.8 million). The pizzas cost $30 then. Within a year, Bitcoin's value had reached that of the United States dollar, putting the pizzas at $10,000, and due to the way bitcoin works Hanyecz's mining efforts were slowing down. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
Today, 10,000 bitcoins add up to about $20.5 million (£15.8 million). The pizzas cost $30 then. Within a year, Bitcoin's value had reached that of the United States dollar, putting the pizzas at $10,000, and due to the way bitcoin works Hanyecz's mining efforts were slowing down. (more...)
Rouhani says hopeful Europe won't follow Trump's lead on Iran
- May 24, 2017
In Israel on Monday, he warned of "the threat posed by Iran" through the possibility of it acquiring nuclear weapons and its support of militant groups. Already fragile diplomatic and trade ties between Sunni Saudi Arabia and Shia-dominated Iran were severed a year ago, after Saudi Arabia executed a Shia cleric and as a result protesters ransacked the Saudi embassy in Iran. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
In Israel on Monday, he warned of "the threat posed by Iran" through the possibility of it acquiring nuclear weapons and its support of militant groups. Already fragile diplomatic and trade ties between Sunni Saudi Arabia and Shia-dominated Iran were severed a year ago, after Saudi Arabia executed a Shia cleric and as a result protesters ransacked the Saudi embassy in Iran. (more...)
Ecuador oil minister says OPEC likely to extend cuts by 9 months
- May 24, 2017
But oil prices have dipped below $50 a barrel a couple of times as investors sold the commodity amid signs the global glut isn't notably easing. The last thing the Saudis need right now is a scab, but that's the role Iraq seems intent on playing in this high-stakes drama, and it seems likely things will get worse if and when OPEC & co. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
But oil prices have dipped below $50 a barrel a couple of times as investors sold the commodity amid signs the global glut isn't notably easing. The last thing the Saudis need right now is a scab, but that's the role Iraq seems intent on playing in this high-stakes drama, and it seems likely things will get worse if and when OPEC & co. (more...)
Iran's Rouhani says missile tests will continue 'if necessary'
- May 24, 2017
Emphasising that Iran has never sought nuclear weapons and International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has on several occasions verified peaceful nature of Tehran's nuclear program, Rouhani said Iran has always been at the forefront of combating terrorism and its image is totally clear to the world . (more...)
- May 24, 2017
Emphasising that Iran has never sought nuclear weapons and International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has on several occasions verified peaceful nature of Tehran's nuclear program, Rouhani said Iran has always been at the forefront of combating terrorism and its image is totally clear to the world . (more...)
What Trump's budget would cut and boost
- May 24, 2017
Democrats are adamantly against the proposal , saying it balances the budget on the backs of the poor. Trump's proposal is meant to begin the process of rebuilding military readiness eroded by almost 16 years of continuous war, and it would require the removal of defense spending caps instituted by the Budget Control Act of 2011. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
Democrats are adamantly against the proposal , saying it balances the budget on the backs of the poor. Trump's proposal is meant to begin the process of rebuilding military readiness eroded by almost 16 years of continuous war, and it would require the removal of defense spending caps instituted by the Budget Control Act of 2011. (more...)
Ronaldo: "People talk about me and do not know a damn thing"
- May 24, 2017
As it turned out, Cristiano Ronaldo settled Real nerves at La Rosaleda Stadium by netting early, and Karim Benzema scored soon after half-time to render Barca's 4-2 comeback victory against Eibar meaningless. "This league title is a symbol of our values, it was achieved fighting until the last game, and respecting our opponents, who made it hard for us". (more...)
- May 24, 2017
As it turned out, Cristiano Ronaldo settled Real nerves at La Rosaleda Stadium by netting early, and Karim Benzema scored soon after half-time to render Barca's 4-2 comeback victory against Eibar meaningless. "This league title is a symbol of our values, it was achieved fighting until the last game, and respecting our opponents, who made it hard for us". (more...)
Trump Seemingly Applies Carrot and Stick over Sanctions for Iran
- May 24, 2017
The Trump administration said on Wednesday it will continue granting nuclear sanctions relief to Iran, keeping the Obama-era nuclear deal intact for now. "As we continue to closely scrutinize Iran's commitment to the JCPOA and develop a comprehensive Iran policy, we will continue to hold Iran accountable for its human rights abuses with new actions. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
The Trump administration said on Wednesday it will continue granting nuclear sanctions relief to Iran, keeping the Obama-era nuclear deal intact for now. "As we continue to closely scrutinize Iran's commitment to the JCPOA and develop a comprehensive Iran policy, we will continue to hold Iran accountable for its human rights abuses with new actions. (more...)
Delcath Systems (DCTH) Getting Somewhat Positive Press Coverage, Report Finds
- May 24, 2017
COPYRIGHT VIOLATION WARNING: " Delcath Systems, Inc". ( DCTH ) stock price comparison to its moving averages, shares of company are -61.23% away from the 50-day moving average and -43.66% away from 20-day average. A stock with a small float will generally be more volatile than a stock with a large float, apart from having limited liquidity and wider bid-ask spread. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
COPYRIGHT VIOLATION WARNING: " Delcath Systems, Inc". ( DCTH ) stock price comparison to its moving averages, shares of company are -61.23% away from the 50-day moving average and -43.66% away from 20-day average. A stock with a small float will generally be more volatile than a stock with a large float, apart from having limited liquidity and wider bid-ask spread. (more...)
Reese Witherspoon visits her old college dorm room
- May 24, 2017
Instead, she saw Witherspoon - and graciously invited her into her dorm room. "Surprise! While re-visiting @Stanford, I popped by my old dorm room.... Reese put her studies of English Literature on hold in 1996, after one year or studying, to pursue her career in acting. Although the 41-year-old actress has done well for herself, she occasionally reminisces about her college years - like when she posted this throwback photo last year. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
Instead, she saw Witherspoon - and graciously invited her into her dorm room. "Surprise! While re-visiting @Stanford, I popped by my old dorm room.... Reese put her studies of English Literature on hold in 1996, after one year or studying, to pursue her career in acting. Although the 41-year-old actress has done well for herself, she occasionally reminisces about her college years - like when she posted this throwback photo last year. (more...)
New Jersey's Newark Airport reopens after plane engine fire
- May 24, 2017
Former Millburn resident Clark Gredoña chronicled the three-hour ordeal in Shanghai on his Facebook page after the man decided he was entitled to three seats assigned to other passengers when he couldn't upgrade to first class. ET, instead of Sunday at 6:15 p.m. ET. "I have a seat here!" the man roars. It is unclear what happened to the man after he left the plane. The airport says on Twitter that five people suffered minor injuries. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
Former Millburn resident Clark Gredoña chronicled the three-hour ordeal in Shanghai on his Facebook page after the man decided he was entitled to three seats assigned to other passengers when he couldn't upgrade to first class. ET, instead of Sunday at 6:15 p.m. ET. "I have a seat here!" the man roars. It is unclear what happened to the man after he left the plane. The airport says on Twitter that five people suffered minor injuries. (more...)
Kuwait next to back oil production cap extension
- May 24, 2017
Yet, OPEC's own production rose in April, by 65,000 barrels daily last month, to 31.78 million bpd, with increased production in Nigeria and Saudi Arabia compensated for production outages in Libya and lower production rates in Iran, both exempt from the cut agreement. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
Yet, OPEC's own production rose in April, by 65,000 barrels daily last month, to 31.78 million bpd, with increased production in Nigeria and Saudi Arabia compensated for production outages in Libya and lower production rates in Iran, both exempt from the cut agreement. (more...)
Trump's $4.1T Budget Relies on Deep Domestic Cuts
- May 24, 2017
It would deprive an estimated 10 million low-income Americans, many of them nursing home residents, of Medicaid benefits; it would also defund Planned Parenthood , reducing or ending health services to 2.5 million people, mainly women. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
It would deprive an estimated 10 million low-income Americans, many of them nursing home residents, of Medicaid benefits; it would also defund Planned Parenthood , reducing or ending health services to 2.5 million people, mainly women. (more...)
Despite rain, planting makes progress
- May 24, 2017
The quality of the crop is high with 75 percent rated good or excellent. The USDA update says 62% of Iowa's soybean acreage is planted. The USDA said the USA corn crop was 84 percent planted, slightly behind trade expectations and the five-year average of 85 percent. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
The quality of the crop is high with 75 percent rated good or excellent. The USDA update says 62% of Iowa's soybean acreage is planted. The USDA said the USA corn crop was 84 percent planted, slightly behind trade expectations and the five-year average of 85 percent. (more...)
Trump to the Israelis and Palestinians: Let's Make a Deal
- May 24, 2017
Bush and President Bill Clinton. Standing alongside Abbas on Tuesday in the West Bank, Trump said he was "truly hopeful" that his administration could broker a peace agreement and called his meetings with Arab leaders in the region "deeply productive". (more...)
- May 24, 2017
Bush and President Bill Clinton. Standing alongside Abbas on Tuesday in the West Bank, Trump said he was "truly hopeful" that his administration could broker a peace agreement and called his meetings with Arab leaders in the region "deeply productive". (more...)
Marshall talks NAFTA with grain trade delegation from Mexico
- May 24, 2017
The decision to start the 90-day clock to begin negotiations over the deal marks the third time that the President has made a contentious announcement ahead of discussions between the US and Mexico . His repeated complaints that bad trade deals cost American jobs gained him support among working class voters, who helped lift him to the White House. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
The decision to start the 90-day clock to begin negotiations over the deal marks the third time that the President has made a contentious announcement ahead of discussions between the US and Mexico . His repeated complaints that bad trade deals cost American jobs gained him support among working class voters, who helped lift him to the White House. (more...)
Trump asked NSA director to knock down FBI's Russia investigation
- May 24, 2017
Trump has a bad habit of tacitly confirming bad news, seemingly by accident, at times . About 66 percent of Democrats said in the poll they think the president will be ousted. The White House pushed back on the reports in a statement . According to the Post , "The new revelations add to a growing body of evidence that Trump sought to co-opt and then undermine Comey before he fired him May 9". (more...)
- May 24, 2017
Trump has a bad habit of tacitly confirming bad news, seemingly by accident, at times . About 66 percent of Democrats said in the poll they think the president will be ousted. The White House pushed back on the reports in a statement . According to the Post , "The new revelations add to a growing body of evidence that Trump sought to co-opt and then undermine Comey before he fired him May 9". (more...)
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