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US win sixth straight gold in women's 4x400 relay
- August 22, 2016
Team USA won its first gold in the men's 1,500 in over a century thanks to Matthew Centrowitz Jr.'s brilliant run in Saturday's final. The American women are heavily favored to win their sixth consecutive gold medal when they play Spain. (more...)
- August 22, 2016
Team USA won its first gold in the men's 1,500 in over a century thanks to Matthew Centrowitz Jr.'s brilliant run in Saturday's final. The American women are heavily favored to win their sixth consecutive gold medal when they play Spain. (more...)
Aetna's Withdrawal From Obamacare Linked To DOJ's Issues With Humana Acquisition
- August 22, 2016
Insurers say that a smaller marketplace has meant that it's been harder to offset the costs of covering sick people - who under the ACA are not allowed to be denied coverage - with healthy ones, who have not been as eager to sign up as expected. (more...)
- August 22, 2016
Insurers say that a smaller marketplace has meant that it's been harder to offset the costs of covering sick people - who under the ACA are not allowed to be denied coverage - with healthy ones, who have not been as eager to sign up as expected. (more...)
Analyst Revises Great Southern Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ:GSBC) Stock Target
- August 22, 2016
The stock has a consensus analyst price target of $71.38for twelve month. 08/05/2016 - Imperva, Inc. was downgraded to "hold" by analysts at Wunderlich. 10/28/2015 - BP p.l.c. had its "buy" rating reiterated by analysts at JP Morgan. 09/28/2015 - BP p.l.c. had its "outperform" rating reiterated by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. (more...)
- August 22, 2016
The stock has a consensus analyst price target of $71.38for twelve month. 08/05/2016 - Imperva, Inc. was downgraded to "hold" by analysts at Wunderlich. 10/28/2015 - BP p.l.c. had its "buy" rating reiterated by analysts at JP Morgan. 09/28/2015 - BP p.l.c. had its "outperform" rating reiterated by analysts at BMO Capital Markets. (more...)
HEI Hotels hacked! Malware targets POS systems
- August 22, 2016
Malicious code created to collect card data was found on payment systems used in restaurants, bars, spas, lobby shops and other facilities at the hotels in early to mid-June, HEI said on Sunday. The hotels included 12 Starwood, six Marriott, one Hyatt and one InterContinental. HEI Hotels & Resorts informed customers over the weekend about a security breach of its payment system that affected 20 of its properties across the US. (more...)
- August 22, 2016
Malicious code created to collect card data was found on payment systems used in restaurants, bars, spas, lobby shops and other facilities at the hotels in early to mid-June, HEI said on Sunday. The hotels included 12 Starwood, six Marriott, one Hyatt and one InterContinental. HEI Hotels & Resorts informed customers over the weekend about a security breach of its payment system that affected 20 of its properties across the US. (more...)
Iraq executes 36 ISIS militants
- August 22, 2016
Human Rights Watch described the massacre as the "largest reported incident" where "ISIS captured more than 1,000 soldiers fleeing Camp Speicher. then summarily executed at least 800 of them". "Thank you God, it's a fair punishment for the worst crime, a triple crime of killing, throwing bodies in the river and burying people alive", she told AFP by phone. (more...)
- August 22, 2016
Human Rights Watch described the massacre as the "largest reported incident" where "ISIS captured more than 1,000 soldiers fleeing Camp Speicher. then summarily executed at least 800 of them". "Thank you God, it's a fair punishment for the worst crime, a triple crime of killing, throwing bodies in the river and burying people alive", she told AFP by phone. (more...)
Urjit Patel as RBI Governor indicates policy continuity: Nomura
- August 22, 2016
Named as 24th Governor of the Reserve Bank, Patel will take over as head of the central bank from Raghuram Rajan on September 4. India's government promoted Urjit Patel, a deputy governor in charge of monetary policy at Reserve Bank of India, to serve as its next governor for a three-year term, it said today. (more...)
- August 22, 2016
Named as 24th Governor of the Reserve Bank, Patel will take over as head of the central bank from Raghuram Rajan on September 4. India's government promoted Urjit Patel, a deputy governor in charge of monetary policy at Reserve Bank of India, to serve as its next governor for a three-year term, it said today. (more...)
Bomb at wedding party in Turkey's southeast kills 50, officials say
- August 22, 2016
The explosion was the latest attack to rock the key North Atlantic Treaty Organisation member in a horrific year that has seen strikes blamed on Kurdish and Muslim militants as well as a bloody July 15 botched coup. "We stand by our ally and partner Turkey and reaffirm our commitment to defeating the common threat of terrorism", State Department spokesman Mark Toner said. (more...)
- August 22, 2016
The explosion was the latest attack to rock the key North Atlantic Treaty Organisation member in a horrific year that has seen strikes blamed on Kurdish and Muslim militants as well as a bloody July 15 botched coup. "We stand by our ally and partner Turkey and reaffirm our commitment to defeating the common threat of terrorism", State Department spokesman Mark Toner said. (more...)
Bank of America Corporation's (BAC): Intraday Mover
- August 22, 2016
Analysts have assigned a mean price estimate of $17.566 on the stock of Bank of America Corporation (NYSE:BAC). With an institutional ownership near 22.8%, it carries an earnings per share ratio of 0.13. Newell Brands Inc has moved 8.03% above its 50-day simple moving average of $50.99 and went up 21.47% from its 200-day simple moving average of $45.60. (more...)
- August 22, 2016
Analysts have assigned a mean price estimate of $17.566 on the stock of Bank of America Corporation (NYSE:BAC). With an institutional ownership near 22.8%, it carries an earnings per share ratio of 0.13. Newell Brands Inc has moved 8.03% above its 50-day simple moving average of $50.99 and went up 21.47% from its 200-day simple moving average of $45.60. (more...)
JK Rowling set to release three new Harry Potter ebooks
- August 22, 2016
Following the release of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, J.K. Rowling, shaper of childhoods and creator of Hogwarts, claimed that she would not be writing any additional Harry Potter novels. Instead, she has released new works in short formats on the site Pottermore and answered fan questions on Twitter; written a screenplay for a film, "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them", that is set in Harry's world (though decades before) and will be released in November; and contributed ideas ... (more...)
- August 22, 2016
Following the release of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, J.K. Rowling, shaper of childhoods and creator of Hogwarts, claimed that she would not be writing any additional Harry Potter novels. Instead, she has released new works in short formats on the site Pottermore and answered fan questions on Twitter; written a screenplay for a film, "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them", that is set in Harry's world (though decades before) and will be released in November; and contributed ideas ... (more...)
Gov. Edwards: Trump visit helpful; asked President to delay visit
- August 22, 2016
Edwards said he was not given advance notice of Trump's trip Friday. "Because it helped to shine a spotlight on Louisiana and on the dire situation that we have here, that it was helpful", he said. And if you could see it from a drone's prospective, and look down all of south Louisiana, this is not just a Baton Rouge area event. "Thousands of people in Louisiana have lost everything they own and need our help now", said Brad Kieserman, the Red Cross' vice president for disaster services ... (more...)
- August 22, 2016
Edwards said he was not given advance notice of Trump's trip Friday. "Because it helped to shine a spotlight on Louisiana and on the dire situation that we have here, that it was helpful", he said. And if you could see it from a drone's prospective, and look down all of south Louisiana, this is not just a Baton Rouge area event. "Thousands of people in Louisiana have lost everything they own and need our help now", said Brad Kieserman, the Red Cross' vice president for disaster services ... (more...)
Omran Daqneesh's Big Brother, Ali, Has Died And We Are All Heartbroken
- August 22, 2016
For many, his image became a symbol, the human cost of Syria's devastating war illustrated by a bloodied face and mop of hair, smothered in the dust of what once stood as his bedroom. Omran , whose face is covered with blood, looks at his hands and wipes them on the ambulance chair. "It's the first time I've seen a child like him", said Hammami. (more...)
- August 22, 2016
For many, his image became a symbol, the human cost of Syria's devastating war illustrated by a bloodied face and mop of hair, smothered in the dust of what once stood as his bedroom. Omran , whose face is covered with blood, looks at his hands and wipes them on the ambulance chair. "It's the first time I've seen a child like him", said Hammami. (more...)
Trump pitches softer line on immigration: 'fair and humane'
- August 22, 2016
The New York real estate magnate intends to lay out specifics of his immigration plan over the next few weeks, Trump's new campaign manager Kellyanne Conway said. "Ms. Conway's status as a Washington insider contrasts with the outsider image of Mr. Trump-who often mocks political professionals, saying he can read polls better than they can". (more...)
- August 22, 2016
The New York real estate magnate intends to lay out specifics of his immigration plan over the next few weeks, Trump's new campaign manager Kellyanne Conway said. "Ms. Conway's status as a Washington insider contrasts with the outsider image of Mr. Trump-who often mocks political professionals, saying he can read polls better than they can". (more...)
RBI governor need not be a "rock star" to be successful
- August 22, 2016
The government on Saturday announced appointment of Mr Patel as the next RBI governor for three years with effect from September 4, 2016. This appointment ends months of speculation over who would get one of India's highest-profile jobs. (more...)
- August 22, 2016
The government on Saturday announced appointment of Mr Patel as the next RBI governor for three years with effect from September 4, 2016. This appointment ends months of speculation over who would get one of India's highest-profile jobs. (more...)
Men's marathon underway on last day of Olympics
- August 22, 2016
Rupp, 30, also made the transition from a short event but did so at the same Games, having finished fifth in the men's 10,000 meters eight days ago. Maybe so. His bronze was only the second medal for a US man in the marathon since 1976, following teammate Meb Keflezighi's silver in Athens in 2004. (more...)
- August 22, 2016
Rupp, 30, also made the transition from a short event but did so at the same Games, having finished fifth in the men's 10,000 meters eight days ago. Maybe so. His bronze was only the second medal for a US man in the marathon since 1976, following teammate Meb Keflezighi's silver in Athens in 2004. (more...)
Trump's campaign spending at half the rate of Clinton's
- August 21, 2016
Mr Boxt said: "It would be inconceivable to me that someone like Hillary Clinton, who obviously is a global actor, who has strong relationships with leaders around the world.(wouldn't) seek to assure all of her friends and allies around the world that we are not a nation of insane people". (more...)
- August 21, 2016
Mr Boxt said: "It would be inconceivable to me that someone like Hillary Clinton, who obviously is a global actor, who has strong relationships with leaders around the world.(wouldn't) seek to assure all of her friends and allies around the world that we are not a nation of insane people". (more...)
Borse europee: chiusura in flessione, Milano la peggiore
- August 21, 2016
Il listino principale ha chiuso la seduta completamente in rosso, appesantito dai titoli bancari con Unicredit in calo del 6,30%, Banca Popolare Emilia Romagna (-5,79%), Bpm (-5,26%) e Banco Popolare (-4,86%). Prese di beneficio su Mediaset dopo il balzo di ieri. In un Ftse Mib tutto in rosso contengono le flessioni sotto il punto percentuale Terna (-0,99%), Buzzi Unicem (-0,73%), StMicroelectronics (-0,37%), Campari (-0,26%) e Italcementi (-0,09%). (more...)
- August 21, 2016
Il listino principale ha chiuso la seduta completamente in rosso, appesantito dai titoli bancari con Unicredit in calo del 6,30%, Banca Popolare Emilia Romagna (-5,79%), Bpm (-5,26%) e Banco Popolare (-4,86%). Prese di beneficio su Mediaset dopo il balzo di ieri. In un Ftse Mib tutto in rosso contengono le flessioni sotto il punto percentuale Terna (-0,99%), Buzzi Unicem (-0,73%), StMicroelectronics (-0,37%), Campari (-0,26%) e Italcementi (-0,09%). (more...)
Olympics: Australian athletes released by police after agreeing to fine
- August 21, 2016
Ueslei Marcelino / Reuters Fiona de Jong exits the court. Ten of the Australian athletes didn't have accreditation to be in that part of the venue. International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach speaking at a press conference today declined to comment on the incident saying he hadn't been briefed on the details. (more...)
- August 21, 2016
Ueslei Marcelino / Reuters Fiona de Jong exits the court. Ten of the Australian athletes didn't have accreditation to be in that part of the venue. International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach speaking at a press conference today declined to comment on the incident saying he hadn't been briefed on the details. (more...)
Obama to visit flood-hit Louisiana on August 23
- August 21, 2016
BATON ROUGE, La. - U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump toured flood-battered Louisiana on Friday, shrugging off the Democratic state governor's plea for politicians not to stop in areas affected by deadly rains. Prior to Trump's visit, Governor John Bel Edwards dismissed his trip as a photo op, challenged Trump to donate and volunteer and forcefully defended the failure of President Obama and his choice for President, Hillary Clinton, to visit the state. (more...)
- August 21, 2016
BATON ROUGE, La. - U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump toured flood-battered Louisiana on Friday, shrugging off the Democratic state governor's plea for politicians not to stop in areas affected by deadly rains. Prior to Trump's visit, Governor John Bel Edwards dismissed his trip as a photo op, challenged Trump to donate and volunteer and forcefully defended the failure of President Obama and his choice for President, Hillary Clinton, to visit the state. (more...)
Naked Donald Trump has onlookers gawking in NYC
- August 21, 2016
Naked statues of the Republican presidential candidate have been popping up in cities across the United States sparking laughter and queues for selfies. A group of self-described art guerillas named Indecline installed a statue on Thursday at Jane Warner Plaza in the Castro District, ABC7 reported . (more...)
- August 21, 2016
Naked statues of the Republican presidential candidate have been popping up in cities across the United States sparking laughter and queues for selfies. A group of self-described art guerillas named Indecline installed a statue on Thursday at Jane Warner Plaza in the Castro District, ABC7 reported . (more...)
Can Team USA Finish the Mission?
- August 21, 2016
Gold medalists Team USA celebrate during the medal ceremony after the women's basketball competition on day 15 of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at Carioca Arena 1 on August 20, 2016 in Rio de Janeiro . "It's exciting and inspiring to watch the team in its quest for an unprecedented sixth consecutive gold medal". "It's fantastic what we've done, to be able to do that every game, to be able to play that hard", she said. (more...)
- August 21, 2016
Gold medalists Team USA celebrate during the medal ceremony after the women's basketball competition on day 15 of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at Carioca Arena 1 on August 20, 2016 in Rio de Janeiro . "It's exciting and inspiring to watch the team in its quest for an unprecedented sixth consecutive gold medal". "It's fantastic what we've done, to be able to do that every game, to be able to play that hard", she said. (more...)
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