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Trump pledges to revamp Obama-era Cuba deal
- June 22, 2017
Trump has stopped short of completely resetting relations with Cuba again: He isn't ending diplomatic ties, or closing the U.S. Embassy in Havana or placing restrictions on cigars, rum and other items that Americans can schlep home. While Trump gave his speech, a hundred activists about evenly divided between supporters and opponents of the president chanted and held up signs outside the venue, the Manuel Artime Theater, named after a late political leader of Cuban exiles who launched the ... (more...)
- June 22, 2017
Trump has stopped short of completely resetting relations with Cuba again: He isn't ending diplomatic ties, or closing the U.S. Embassy in Havana or placing restrictions on cigars, rum and other items that Americans can schlep home. While Trump gave his speech, a hundred activists about evenly divided between supporters and opponents of the president chanted and held up signs outside the venue, the Manuel Artime Theater, named after a late political leader of Cuban exiles who launched the ... (more...)
Total Collapse in Gaza due to Electricity Crisis
- June 22, 2017
On Tuesday, hours before Kushner's arrival, Netanyahu announced the beginning of work on a new settlement in the West Bank, and has talked of thousands more settlement homes , ramping up a policy that has always been a major obstacle to peace. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
On Tuesday, hours before Kushner's arrival, Netanyahu announced the beginning of work on a new settlement in the West Bank, and has talked of thousands more settlement homes , ramping up a policy that has always been a major obstacle to peace. (more...)
Provident Financial Services, Inc. (NYSE:PFS) Continuing to Trade Below Moving Averages
- June 22, 2017
Centrica shares rose nearly 3 percent after the gas and electricity supplier agreed to sell its two biggest gas plants to a subsidiary of Czech energy company EPH. SCHOLTEN GARY P also sold $1.32 million worth of Provident Financial plc (LON:PFG) on Wednesday, February 22. Price T Rowe Associate Inc Md stated it has 0.01% of its portfolio in Provident Financial plc (LON:PFG). (more...)
- June 22, 2017
Centrica shares rose nearly 3 percent after the gas and electricity supplier agreed to sell its two biggest gas plants to a subsidiary of Czech energy company EPH. SCHOLTEN GARY P also sold $1.32 million worth of Provident Financial plc (LON:PFG) on Wednesday, February 22. Price T Rowe Associate Inc Md stated it has 0.01% of its portfolio in Provident Financial plc (LON:PFG). (more...)
Tillerson: US, China Tighten Ties to Tackle Global Terror Threat
- June 22, 2017
USA and Chinese diplomats and defense chiefs have begun talks in Washington that are expected to focus on the nuclear and missile threat from North Korea. The discussions replace a strategic and economic dialogue held annually under the Obama administration. The talks also covered the South China Sea, where Beijing's island-building and construction of possible military facilities have rattled neighbors and caused tension with Washington . (more...)
- June 22, 2017
USA and Chinese diplomats and defense chiefs have begun talks in Washington that are expected to focus on the nuclear and missile threat from North Korea. The discussions replace a strategic and economic dialogue held annually under the Obama administration. The talks also covered the South China Sea, where Beijing's island-building and construction of possible military facilities have rattled neighbors and caused tension with Washington . (more...)
PVG Asset Management Corp Buys Shares of 101684 Vodafone Group PLC (VOD)
- June 22, 2017
Beacon Financial Group now owns 8,154 shares of the oil and gas exploration company's stock valued at $281,000 after buying an additional 198 shares during the period. Since June 9, 2017, it had 0 insider buys, and 1 insider sale for $108,939 activity. 330.70 million shares or 0.57% less from 332.58 million shares in 2016Q3 were reported. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
Beacon Financial Group now owns 8,154 shares of the oil and gas exploration company's stock valued at $281,000 after buying an additional 198 shares during the period. Since June 9, 2017, it had 0 insider buys, and 1 insider sale for $108,939 activity. 330.70 million shares or 0.57% less from 332.58 million shares in 2016Q3 were reported. (more...)
The Donald Trump-shaped hole in Queen Elizabeth II's speech
- June 22, 2017
The Queen's Speech comes at a time when May's premiership has become vulnerable and the country's future uncertain, with negotiations over Britain's departure from the European Union having only just begun. - The Queen's Speech says the government remains committed to extending the price protection to more of those on the poorest value tariffs, but does not make reference to a cap. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
The Queen's Speech comes at a time when May's premiership has become vulnerable and the country's future uncertain, with negotiations over Britain's departure from the European Union having only just begun. - The Queen's Speech says the government remains committed to extending the price protection to more of those on the poorest value tariffs, but does not make reference to a cap. (more...)
Castile family lawyer 'stunned' by dashcam footage
- June 22, 2017
The video, which is graphic and hard to watch , shows Yanez walking over to Castile's auto and alerting him that his brake light is broken. Yanez leans into the auto and tells Castile one of his brake lights is out, and asks for his license and registration. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
The video, which is graphic and hard to watch , shows Yanez walking over to Castile's auto and alerting him that his brake light is broken. Yanez leans into the auto and tells Castile one of his brake lights is out, and asks for his license and registration. (more...)
GE's Immelt steps down, Flannery moves up amid Trian squeeze
- June 22, 2017
GE said the leadership change has been in the works for years, with the board deciding on the timing in 2013 and voting Mr. Flannery as CEO Friday. " He brings unique experience and a strong skill set to the job ", said Jack Brennan , lead independent director of GE's Board of Directors in a statement Monday. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
GE said the leadership change has been in the works for years, with the board deciding on the timing in 2013 and voting Mr. Flannery as CEO Friday. " He brings unique experience and a strong skill set to the job ", said Jack Brennan , lead independent director of GE's Board of Directors in a statement Monday. (more...)
Former Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson Appears Before House Intel Committee
- June 22, 2017
Russian Federation "orchestrated cyberattacks on our nation for the goal of influencing our election", Jeh Johnson told the House Intelligence Committee . election in Washington . Instead of accepting help from DHS, the DNC chose to hire a private cybersecurity firm. But Johnson told the committee that the DNC didn't want DHS's help with the investigation . (more...)
- June 22, 2017
Russian Federation "orchestrated cyberattacks on our nation for the goal of influencing our election", Jeh Johnson told the House Intelligence Committee . election in Washington . Instead of accepting help from DHS, the DNC chose to hire a private cybersecurity firm. But Johnson told the committee that the DNC didn't want DHS's help with the investigation . (more...)
Whole Foods CEO Says Amazon Connection Was 'Love at First Sight'
- June 22, 2017
On the morning of Friday, June 16, news broke that e-commerce giant Amazon agreed to buy Whole Foods for a whopping $13.7 billion (yes, that's billion with a "b"). GrubHub Inc. shares gained around 5 percent on Monday after an analyst suggested that the online and mobile food-ordering service could be the next buyout target of Amazon after its acquisition of Whole Foods Market Inc . (more...)
- June 22, 2017
On the morning of Friday, June 16, news broke that e-commerce giant Amazon agreed to buy Whole Foods for a whopping $13.7 billion (yes, that's billion with a "b"). GrubHub Inc. shares gained around 5 percent on Monday after an analyst suggested that the online and mobile food-ordering service could be the next buyout target of Amazon after its acquisition of Whole Foods Market Inc . (more...)
Iranian official denies Saudi claim it arrested Iranian military forces
- June 22, 2017
Makkah - Saudi Arabia and Iraq are setting up a coordination council to upgrade strategic ties, a joint statement said on Tuesday. Mr. Kupchan said he did not expect a Saudi-Iranian war, "but we're going to have to live with an increased level of destabilizing incidents for a long time". (more...)
- June 22, 2017
Makkah - Saudi Arabia and Iraq are setting up a coordination council to upgrade strategic ties, a joint statement said on Tuesday. Mr. Kupchan said he did not expect a Saudi-Iranian war, "but we're going to have to live with an increased level of destabilizing incidents for a long time". (more...)
Gold gains as oil's plunge dampens U.S. rate hike expectations
- June 22, 2017
The Australian and New Zealand dollars were weaker, with AUD/USD down 0.28% at 0.7561 and with NZD/USD slipping 0.10% to 0.7234. The commodity is trading at a 1.2% decline start from last week's fiasco; the dollar index continues to strengthen with 0.1% today. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
The Australian and New Zealand dollars were weaker, with AUD/USD down 0.28% at 0.7561 and with NZD/USD slipping 0.10% to 0.7234. The commodity is trading at a 1.2% decline start from last week's fiasco; the dollar index continues to strengthen with 0.1% today. (more...)
Azarenka makes winning return after break to have baby
- June 22, 2017
Flipkens will face on Friday Catherine Bellis , who defeated Mona Barthel 6/2 in the third set. Upon resumption, the Belarusian saved three match points to pull off thrilling comeback win over Risa Ozaki , 6-3, 4-6, 7-6 (7). "That's something to expect after a long break, but definitely something I need to work on". The 27-year-old will play at Wimbledon next month though, using her world ranking of sixth from 12 months ago. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
Flipkens will face on Friday Catherine Bellis , who defeated Mona Barthel 6/2 in the third set. Upon resumption, the Belarusian saved three match points to pull off thrilling comeback win over Risa Ozaki , 6-3, 4-6, 7-6 (7). "That's something to expect after a long break, but definitely something I need to work on". The 27-year-old will play at Wimbledon next month though, using her world ranking of sixth from 12 months ago. (more...)
Oil price extends drop to 7 month lows, despite OPEC cuts
- June 22, 2017
Oil prices tumbled to seven-month lows Tuesday on growing supplies out of Libya and Nigeria, hitting shares of Dow Jones industrial average components Exxon Mobil (XOM) and Chevron (CVX). Dozens of USA shale producers filed for bankruptcy. The mood of financial speculators strongly affects the prices. American drillers have added rigs to fields for 22 weeks, the longest run in 30 years, according to Baker Hughes Inc. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
Oil prices tumbled to seven-month lows Tuesday on growing supplies out of Libya and Nigeria, hitting shares of Dow Jones industrial average components Exxon Mobil (XOM) and Chevron (CVX). Dozens of USA shale producers filed for bankruptcy. The mood of financial speculators strongly affects the prices. American drillers have added rigs to fields for 22 weeks, the longest run in 30 years, according to Baker Hughes Inc. (more...)
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield exits health care exchange
- June 22, 2017
The Indiana health insurance marketplace will have two fewer providers next year. "Planning and pricing for ACA-compliant health plans has become increasingly hard due to a shrinking and deteriorating individual market, as well as continual changes and uncertainty in federal operations", the Indianapolis-based company said in the statement . (more...)
- June 22, 2017
The Indiana health insurance marketplace will have two fewer providers next year. "Planning and pricing for ACA-compliant health plans has become increasingly hard due to a shrinking and deteriorating individual market, as well as continual changes and uncertainty in federal operations", the Indianapolis-based company said in the statement . (more...)
WannaCry cyberattacks are still happening. Just ask Honda
- June 22, 2017
The location generally produces around 1,000 vehicles per day, including the Accord sedan as well as the Odyssey and Stepwagon minivans. Work at other plants was unaffected but Honda said it is checking its overseas operations for problems. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
The location generally produces around 1,000 vehicles per day, including the Accord sedan as well as the Odyssey and Stepwagon minivans. Work at other plants was unaffected but Honda said it is checking its overseas operations for problems. (more...)
Rubio: Trump's Cuba Policy Will Help 'Individual Cubans'
- June 22, 2017
The lengthy statement went on to strike a conciliatory tone, saying Cuba wants to continue negotiations with the U.S. on a variety of subjects. The Cuban government argued that it would only be a retread of the past, and that the Trump administration is not in a position to lecture. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
The lengthy statement went on to strike a conciliatory tone, saying Cuba wants to continue negotiations with the U.S. on a variety of subjects. The Cuban government argued that it would only be a retread of the past, and that the Trump administration is not in a position to lecture. (more...)
Mitsubishi UFJ Cuts Rating On Rice Midstream Partners LP Comm (RMP)
- June 22, 2017
It has outperformed by 27.75% the S&P500. Finally, A.R.T. Advisors LLC purchased a new stake in Enable Midstream Partners, during the fourth quarter valued at $352,000. The stock of Antero Midstream Partners LP (NYSE:AM) earned "Buy" rating by Janney Capital on Tuesday, February 9. Barclays Capital maintained the shares of JLL in report on Friday, June 9 with "Overweight" rating. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
It has outperformed by 27.75% the S&P500. Finally, A.R.T. Advisors LLC purchased a new stake in Enable Midstream Partners, during the fourth quarter valued at $352,000. The stock of Antero Midstream Partners LP (NYSE:AM) earned "Buy" rating by Janney Capital on Tuesday, February 9. Barclays Capital maintained the shares of JLL in report on Friday, June 9 with "Overweight" rating. (more...)
Oscar Health files to expand insurance coverage in several states
- June 22, 2017
Competition has dwindled, however, and another round of steep price hikes is expected to squeeze consumers who don't receive big income-based tax credits to help pay their bill. In California the company plans to expand into east Los Angeles County, while its plans for NY don't include any new markets. Meanwhile, the company has pulled out of less profitable areas, scaled back on costlier doctors and hospitals and raised its prices for customers in NY by as much as 30 percent to turn ... (more...)
- June 22, 2017
Competition has dwindled, however, and another round of steep price hikes is expected to squeeze consumers who don't receive big income-based tax credits to help pay their bill. In California the company plans to expand into east Los Angeles County, while its plans for NY don't include any new markets. Meanwhile, the company has pulled out of less profitable areas, scaled back on costlier doctors and hospitals and raised its prices for customers in NY by as much as 30 percent to turn ... (more...)
US crude and gasoline stocks fall in week
- June 22, 2017
The falling prices are a result of overproduction in the United States, Nigeria and Libya , Reuters reported , despite the Organization of Petrol Exporting Countries' pact with Russian Federation to reduce supply levels in the first six months of 2017. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
The falling prices are a result of overproduction in the United States, Nigeria and Libya , Reuters reported , despite the Organization of Petrol Exporting Countries' pact with Russian Federation to reduce supply levels in the first six months of 2017. (more...)
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