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Apple introduces 'HomePod,' first new product in years
- June 06, 2017
The next version of iOS , which powers the iPhone and iPad, as well as desktop software macOS and the Apple Watch's watchOS were also updated at the firm's annual developer conference, WWDC. The Play3 will set you back $299 (so not much less in terms of cost, and isn't voice-enabled) and the Amazon Echo will cost $180 - which is a fair amount cheaper than the $349 Apple is asking. (more...)
- June 06, 2017
The next version of iOS , which powers the iPhone and iPad, as well as desktop software macOS and the Apple Watch's watchOS were also updated at the firm's annual developer conference, WWDC. The Play3 will set you back $299 (so not much less in terms of cost, and isn't voice-enabled) and the Amazon Echo will cost $180 - which is a fair amount cheaper than the $349 Apple is asking. (more...)
Trump admin proposes seismic surveys for Atlantic drilling
- June 06, 2017
To view the full article, register now. The move follows President Trump's executive order of April 28, attempting to reverse permanent ocean protections and open America's publicly-held coastal waters to more offshore drilling . Nowachek was among 75 scientists who signed on to a 2015 letter opposing seismic surveys, and he said the prospect is a serious danger to the critically endangered north Atlantic right whale. (more...)
- June 06, 2017
To view the full article, register now. The move follows President Trump's executive order of April 28, attempting to reverse permanent ocean protections and open America's publicly-held coastal waters to more offshore drilling . Nowachek was among 75 scientists who signed on to a 2015 letter opposing seismic surveys, and he said the prospect is a serious danger to the critically endangered north Atlantic right whale. (more...)
United States mayors and governors defy Trump, will stick to Paris agreement anyway
- June 06, 2017
Of course, no countries involved in the accord have expressed any interest in re-negotiating the non-binding agreement. "We've always been a leader when it comes to the environment", Haley said . "We have to reduce carbon emissions and it's something the every country has to be engaged in". All signatories have made their commitments, and the USA was instrumental in pushing for the accord, so to imply that the US was singularly punished is wrong. (more...)
- June 06, 2017
Of course, no countries involved in the accord have expressed any interest in re-negotiating the non-binding agreement. "We've always been a leader when it comes to the environment", Haley said . "We have to reduce carbon emissions and it's something the every country has to be engaged in". All signatories have made their commitments, and the USA was instrumental in pushing for the accord, so to imply that the US was singularly punished is wrong. (more...)
South Africa's economy falls into recession
- June 06, 2017
The rand extended its losses against the dollar to more than 1 per cent to a session low of 12.8525/dollar. This recession - the second in eight years - follows the recent decision by two worldwide rating agencies to downgrade our sovereign rating to "junk status". (more...)
- June 06, 2017
The rand extended its losses against the dollar to more than 1 per cent to a session low of 12.8525/dollar. This recession - the second in eight years - follows the recent decision by two worldwide rating agencies to downgrade our sovereign rating to "junk status". (more...)
IMac Pro release date and details
- June 06, 2017
Outside of graphics , Apple is also refreshing the screen on the iMac , making it 43 percent brighter than the previous generation. After all, we don't want demonstrations from angry 2016 MacBook Pro with Touch Bar users. At the conference for developers WWDC , Apple introduced a powerful iMac Pro. This larger model additionally comes with improved graphics and more video memory, and the 13-inch MacBook Pro now has a £1,249 option. (more...)
- June 06, 2017
Outside of graphics , Apple is also refreshing the screen on the iMac , making it 43 percent brighter than the previous generation. After all, we don't want demonstrations from angry 2016 MacBook Pro with Touch Bar users. At the conference for developers WWDC , Apple introduced a powerful iMac Pro. This larger model additionally comes with improved graphics and more video memory, and the 13-inch MacBook Pro now has a £1,249 option. (more...)
China defends economic policy after Moody's downgrade
- June 06, 2017
The rating has been reduced by one level from A1 to Aa3 and they describe the outlook as "negative" meaning that a further downgrade is likely within two year. The move brings Moody's in line with rival Fitch, which has had an equivalent A+ rating on China since November 2007. Chinese authorities had been trying to shift away from debt-funded property and infrastructure investment as the key drivers of economic growth towards a more consumer-focused economy. (more...)
- June 06, 2017
The rating has been reduced by one level from A1 to Aa3 and they describe the outlook as "negative" meaning that a further downgrade is likely within two year. The move brings Moody's in line with rival Fitch, which has had an equivalent A+ rating on China since November 2007. Chinese authorities had been trying to shift away from debt-funded property and infrastructure investment as the key drivers of economic growth towards a more consumer-focused economy. (more...)
Brazen campaign on to bring regressive, narrow-minded view, says Sonia Gandhi
- June 06, 2017
The sub-group is expected to meet soon, he said. In November, CWC members had unanimously expressed "strong sentiment" for Rahul's elevation for the first time and may take it further. Her entire speech was later tweeted by the party's official website. Sonia Gandhi had skipped the last meeting which was chaired by her son and party vice-president Rahul Gandhi. (more...)
- June 06, 2017
The sub-group is expected to meet soon, he said. In November, CWC members had unanimously expressed "strong sentiment" for Rahul's elevation for the first time and may take it further. Her entire speech was later tweeted by the party's official website. Sonia Gandhi had skipped the last meeting which was chaired by her son and party vice-president Rahul Gandhi. (more...)
London mayor says Trump will not 'divide our communities'
- June 06, 2017
Friends and family lost contacts with Echeverria since then despite all efforts, including giving information to Spanish diplomatic sources, the British police, health services and the HSBC bank where he works. The second man, Rachid Redouane , had not aroused any suspicions. Between 2009 and 2016, the number of police officers fell by nearly 20,000, or around 14 percent. (more...)
- June 06, 2017
Friends and family lost contacts with Echeverria since then despite all efforts, including giving information to Spanish diplomatic sources, the British police, health services and the HSBC bank where he works. The second man, Rachid Redouane , had not aroused any suspicions. Between 2009 and 2016, the number of police officers fell by nearly 20,000, or around 14 percent. (more...)
Talktalk Telecom Group PLC (TALK) Downgraded by Macquarie to "Neutral"
- June 06, 2017
Aceto Corporation is engaged in the marketing, sales and distribution of finished dosage form generic pharmaceuticals, nutraceutical products, pharmaceutical active ingredients and intermediates, specialty performance chemicals inclusive of agricultural intermediates and agricultural protection products. (more...)
- June 06, 2017
Aceto Corporation is engaged in the marketing, sales and distribution of finished dosage form generic pharmaceuticals, nutraceutical products, pharmaceutical active ingredients and intermediates, specialty performance chemicals inclusive of agricultural intermediates and agricultural protection products. (more...)
It's too early for Nigeria to join OPEC's oil cut - Barkindo
- June 06, 2017
U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude CLc1 futures fell 95 cents to $47.41 per barrel. Money managers raised their net long U.S. crude futures and options positions in the week to May 30, the U.S. Last week, crude came under pressure despite a sizeable decline of 6.43 million barrels reported in United States crude stocks for the week ended May 26, in addition to a draw of 2.86 million barrels in gasoline inventories. (more...)
- June 06, 2017
U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude CLc1 futures fell 95 cents to $47.41 per barrel. Money managers raised their net long U.S. crude futures and options positions in the week to May 30, the U.S. Last week, crude came under pressure despite a sizeable decline of 6.43 million barrels reported in United States crude stocks for the week ended May 26, in addition to a draw of 2.86 million barrels in gasoline inventories. (more...)
Australia v New Zealand latest
- June 06, 2017
Australia (squad): Steve Smith (captain), David Warner , Pat Cummins, Aaron Finch, John Hastings, Josh Hazlewood , Travis Head, Moises Henriques, Chris Lynn, Glenn Maxwell, James Pattinson, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, Matthew Wade (wicket-keeper) and Adam Zampa. (more...)
- June 06, 2017
Australia (squad): Steve Smith (captain), David Warner , Pat Cummins, Aaron Finch, John Hastings, Josh Hazlewood , Travis Head, Moises Henriques, Chris Lynn, Glenn Maxwell, James Pattinson, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, Matthew Wade (wicket-keeper) and Adam Zampa. (more...)
This is about those little girls: Portland stabbing victim
- June 06, 2017
Get out if you don't like free speech!" he reportedly declared. "I can die in prison a happy man", the affidavit said. His girlfriend, Miranda Helm, told The Oregonian/OregonLive that he was recovering his strength in the hospital.Authorities say Meche and Ricky John Best were killed Friday trying to stop Jeremy Joseph Christian from harassing Hudson's daughter, Destinee Mangum , and her friend. (more...)
- June 06, 2017
Get out if you don't like free speech!" he reportedly declared. "I can die in prison a happy man", the affidavit said. His girlfriend, Miranda Helm, told The Oregonian/OregonLive that he was recovering his strength in the hospital.Authorities say Meche and Ricky John Best were killed Friday trying to stop Jeremy Joseph Christian from harassing Hudson's daughter, Destinee Mangum , and her friend. (more...)
British Airways battles IT meltdown
- June 06, 2017
The airline had been forced to cancel all its flights from Heathrow, Europe's busiest airport, and Gatwick on Saturday and the disruptions continued on Sunday. It denied claims by the GMB union that problem could be linked to the company outsourcing its IT work. Even letting the long term damage to the company's reputation slide, British Airways will likely have to pay in excess of 61 million euros in compensation for the 800 flights that were canceled. (more...)
- June 06, 2017
The airline had been forced to cancel all its flights from Heathrow, Europe's busiest airport, and Gatwick on Saturday and the disruptions continued on Sunday. It denied claims by the GMB union that problem could be linked to the company outsourcing its IT work. Even letting the long term damage to the company's reputation slide, British Airways will likely have to pay in excess of 61 million euros in compensation for the 800 flights that were canceled. (more...)
GOP Health Bill Pleases Most Republicans, But Not Many Other Americans
- June 06, 2017
A majority of Americans want the Senate to make changes to the legislation before they pass it. That bill is " dead on arrival" in the Senate, Burr said in the interview . Now, when asked about the GOP health care bill, 45 percent feared their costs would go up, 34 percent were anxious about their ability to get and keep health insurance, and 34 percent were concerned that quality would suffer. (more...)
- June 06, 2017
A majority of Americans want the Senate to make changes to the legislation before they pass it. That bill is " dead on arrival" in the Senate, Burr said in the interview . Now, when asked about the GOP health care bill, 45 percent feared their costs would go up, 34 percent were anxious about their ability to get and keep health insurance, and 34 percent were concerned that quality would suffer. (more...)
Here is What Institutional Investors Think About Lilly Eli & Co (NYSE:LLY)
- June 06, 2017
It closed at $79.99 lastly. DTE is down around 18.13% from its 12-month high of $89.66 notched on Nov 10, 2016 but is -0.34% above its highest point the past 12 months of $109.89 a share. Eli Lilly and Co (LLY) traded up 0.18% during mid-day trading on Friday, hitting $80.13. PKG's profit will be $141.99 million for 17.63 P/E if the $1.48 EPS becomes a reality. (more...)
- June 06, 2017
It closed at $79.99 lastly. DTE is down around 18.13% from its 12-month high of $89.66 notched on Nov 10, 2016 but is -0.34% above its highest point the past 12 months of $109.89 a share. Eli Lilly and Co (LLY) traded up 0.18% during mid-day trading on Friday, hitting $80.13. PKG's profit will be $141.99 million for 17.63 P/E if the $1.48 EPS becomes a reality. (more...)
Analysts Set Extreme Networks, Inc (EXTR) Target Price at $7.50
- June 06, 2017
DA Davidson "Upgrades" Extreme Networks (NASDAQ: EXTR ) in a research note issued to investors on 9/15/16 to Buy with price target of $. First Merchants Corporation holds 76,411 shares or 1.02% of its portfolio. As previously announced , Extreme anticipates the transaction will be accretive to cash flow and earnings for its fiscal year 2018, which begins on July 1, and expects to generate over $200 million in annualized revenue from the acquired networking assets from Avaya. (more...)
- June 06, 2017
DA Davidson "Upgrades" Extreme Networks (NASDAQ: EXTR ) in a research note issued to investors on 9/15/16 to Buy with price target of $. First Merchants Corporation holds 76,411 shares or 1.02% of its portfolio. As previously announced , Extreme anticipates the transaction will be accretive to cash flow and earnings for its fiscal year 2018, which begins on July 1, and expects to generate over $200 million in annualized revenue from the acquired networking assets from Avaya. (more...)
ABC News 'Pink Slime' Defamation Suit Goes to Trial
- June 06, 2017
But during a January court hearing, a BPI lawyer, Erik Connolly, said ABC broadcasts and online reports about " lean finely textured beef " (LFTB) used unreliable sources and set out to foment public outrage. On the other hand, ABC lawyer Dane Butswinkas said, was the story of a company that had kept the process behind its meat product secret for years and had continually failed until recently to gain federal regulators' coveted approval that would enable LFTB to be mixed and sold in ground ... (more...)
- June 06, 2017
But during a January court hearing, a BPI lawyer, Erik Connolly, said ABC broadcasts and online reports about " lean finely textured beef " (LFTB) used unreliable sources and set out to foment public outrage. On the other hand, ABC lawyer Dane Butswinkas said, was the story of a company that had kept the process behind its meat product secret for years and had continually failed until recently to gain federal regulators' coveted approval that would enable LFTB to be mixed and sold in ground ... (more...)
Trading Statistics of California Resources Corporation (CRC)
- June 06, 2017
A number of hedge funds have recently added to or reduced their stakes in CRC . Daiwa Securities Group Inc.'s holdings in Antero Resources Corp were worth $100,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. Investors of record on Thursday, June 15th will be issued a $0.02 dividend. It has a dividend yield of 0.36%. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, June 13th. (more...)
- June 06, 2017
A number of hedge funds have recently added to or reduced their stakes in CRC . Daiwa Securities Group Inc.'s holdings in Antero Resources Corp were worth $100,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. Investors of record on Thursday, June 15th will be issued a $0.02 dividend. It has a dividend yield of 0.36%. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, June 13th. (more...)
Dakota Pipeline Officially Comes Online As Activists Drudge Up More Complaints
- June 06, 2017
The commission also cited a third-party inspector that found ETP removed too many shrubs and trees along 380 miles of the pipeline in North Dakota. "If you drive up the cost overall because of more time required for legal maneuvers or permitting or public relations campaigns to overcome the resistance, then that will make the pipelines less competitive compared to some other options", Webber said. (more...)
- June 06, 2017
The commission also cited a third-party inspector that found ETP removed too many shrubs and trees along 380 miles of the pipeline in North Dakota. "If you drive up the cost overall because of more time required for legal maneuvers or permitting or public relations campaigns to overcome the resistance, then that will make the pipelines less competitive compared to some other options", Webber said. (more...)
White House aide says Russian Federation probe 'detracts' from agenda
- June 06, 2017
Comey is scheduled to testify before the Senate Intelligence Committee at an open hearing on Thursday. Comey, who was sacked by Trump last month, is scheduled to testify before the Senate Intelligence Committee on Thursday. Lawmakers in both parties have urged Trump to allow Comey to testify publicly. News stations, including Fox News Channel, will carry the hearing. The President also reportedly asked the former Federal Bureau of Investigation director's loyalty, but declined to give it ... (more...)
- June 06, 2017
Comey is scheduled to testify before the Senate Intelligence Committee at an open hearing on Thursday. Comey, who was sacked by Trump last month, is scheduled to testify before the Senate Intelligence Committee on Thursday. Lawmakers in both parties have urged Trump to allow Comey to testify publicly. News stations, including Fox News Channel, will carry the hearing. The President also reportedly asked the former Federal Bureau of Investigation director's loyalty, but declined to give it ... (more...)
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