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Iranian general warns broad response awaits any USA military move
- September 21, 2019
The U.S. military has no immediate plans to boost forces in the Mideast to counter Iran in response to the drone and missile attacks on Saudi oil facilities allegedly launched from Iranian territory, Pentagon officials said Thursday. Trump past year pulled out of a nuclear accord with Iran negotiated under former president Barack Obama, sending tensions soaring as he tried to stop all countries from buying Iran's oil. (more...)
- September 21, 2019
The U.S. military has no immediate plans to boost forces in the Mideast to counter Iran in response to the drone and missile attacks on Saudi oil facilities allegedly launched from Iranian territory, Pentagon officials said Thursday. Trump past year pulled out of a nuclear accord with Iran negotiated under former president Barack Obama, sending tensions soaring as he tried to stop all countries from buying Iran's oil. (more...)
Donald Trump hitting Iranian bank with 'highest sanctions ever'
- September 21, 2019
Mr. Trump dispatched Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to Saudi Arabia to coordinate a response to the blitz. Saudi Arabia took journalists on Friday to the site of a missile-and-drone strike on the kingdom's oil industry that shook global energy markets over the weekend, while Kuwait raised the security levels at its ports following the attack that the USA alleges Iran carried out. (more...)
- September 21, 2019
Mr. Trump dispatched Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to Saudi Arabia to coordinate a response to the blitz. Saudi Arabia took journalists on Friday to the site of a missile-and-drone strike on the kingdom's oil industry that shook global energy markets over the weekend, while Kuwait raised the security levels at its ports following the attack that the USA alleges Iran carried out. (more...)
UAW strike completely shuts down production at Oshawa GM plant
- September 20, 2019
The United Auto Workers' strike at GM's USA operations began on Monday, stopping work at more than 50 plants and warehouses, and ending the flow of parts and vehicles on which the North American auto industry depends. "We are closely monitoring the situation and remain hopeful that both sides will find an agreeable resolution soon", Rickerman said in a statement. (more...)
- September 20, 2019
The United Auto Workers' strike at GM's USA operations began on Monday, stopping work at more than 50 plants and warehouses, and ending the flow of parts and vehicles on which the North American auto industry depends. "We are closely monitoring the situation and remain hopeful that both sides will find an agreeable resolution soon", Rickerman said in a statement. (more...)
CannTrust's licence to produce and sell cannabis suspended by Health Canada
- September 20, 2019
Health Canada said late Tuesday that in addition to delivering the notices to CannTrust , inspectors were "seizing and detaining all cannabis products" at the company's sites in Vaughan, Ont. "Health Canada may also determine that additional compliance and enforcement actions are warranted". CannTrust later voluntarily halted all sales and shipments of cannabis as Health Canada continued its probe into the matter. (more...)
- September 20, 2019
Health Canada said late Tuesday that in addition to delivering the notices to CannTrust , inspectors were "seizing and detaining all cannabis products" at the company's sites in Vaughan, Ont. "Health Canada may also determine that additional compliance and enforcement actions are warranted". CannTrust later voluntarily halted all sales and shipments of cannabis as Health Canada continued its probe into the matter. (more...)
United States vaping illnesses top 500, Missouri man is 8th death
- September 20, 2019
At least 360 cases of severe lung disease in 36 states and one territory are being tracked by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Some affected people used e-cigarette products with THC, while others used nicotine ones or those with both THC and nicotine. (more...)
- September 20, 2019
At least 360 cases of severe lung disease in 36 states and one territory are being tracked by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Some affected people used e-cigarette products with THC, while others used nicotine ones or those with both THC and nicotine. (more...)
India cuts corporate taxes to counter slowing growth
- September 20, 2019
India's government unveiled a United States dollars 20 billion plan that entails cutting tax on businesses to one of the lowest in Asia and supplements the central bank's interest-rate reductions to bolster economic growth from a six-year-low. (more...)
- September 20, 2019
India's government unveiled a United States dollars 20 billion plan that entails cutting tax on businesses to one of the lowest in Asia and supplements the central bank's interest-rate reductions to bolster economic growth from a six-year-low. (more...)
United States 'locked and loaded' to respond to attacks
- September 20, 2019
By 0940 GMT, the contract was at $65.77, up $5.55 or 8.4%. Wherever the attacks were launched, however, they believe Iran is to blame. The contract was later at $59.54, up $4.69 or 7.88%. Jon Alterman, the chief Middle East expert at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, said the Saudi caution reflects the kingdom's wariness of taking on Iran. (more...)
- September 20, 2019
By 0940 GMT, the contract was at $65.77, up $5.55 or 8.4%. Wherever the attacks were launched, however, they believe Iran is to blame. The contract was later at $59.54, up $4.69 or 7.88%. Jon Alterman, the chief Middle East expert at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, said the Saudi caution reflects the kingdom's wariness of taking on Iran. (more...)
US military to present several options to Trump on Iran
- September 20, 2019
Pompeo headed to the UAE on Thursday for talks with Abu Dhabi's crown prince after meeting Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler Crown Prince Mohammed on Wednesday. "As of this time, all indications we have are that Iran is in some way responsible for the attack on the Saudi oil refineries", he told reporters. In some ways, Trump's actions have borne this Iranian strategy out; after Iran struck tankers and shot down a us drone in June, for instance, Trump merely zeroed in on Iran's nuclear and ... (more...)
- September 20, 2019
Pompeo headed to the UAE on Thursday for talks with Abu Dhabi's crown prince after meeting Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler Crown Prince Mohammed on Wednesday. "As of this time, all indications we have are that Iran is in some way responsible for the attack on the Saudi oil refineries", he told reporters. In some ways, Trump's actions have borne this Iranian strategy out; after Iran struck tankers and shot down a us drone in June, for instance, Trump merely zeroed in on Iran's nuclear and ... (more...)
Honda CRV Facelift debuts with new features - Photos, Details
- September 20, 2019
It leads Honda's plan to electrify the brand's light trucks, and beyond that the carmaker is moving "to apply its advanced two-motor hybrid-electric system to all of its core US models in the years ahead". The 1.5-liter turbo-4 makes 190 hp and was EPA-rated in the low-30s combined previous year, which was already near the top among compact crossovers for efficiency. (more...)
- September 20, 2019
It leads Honda's plan to electrify the brand's light trucks, and beyond that the carmaker is moving "to apply its advanced two-motor hybrid-electric system to all of its core US models in the years ahead". The 1.5-liter turbo-4 makes 190 hp and was EPA-rated in the low-30s combined previous year, which was already near the top among compact crossovers for efficiency. (more...)
Government intervenes in £4bn Cobham takeover on ‘national security grounds’
- September 20, 2019
In a rare move, Andrea Leadsom, the business secretary, has instructed the Competition and Markets Authority to investigate the takeover of Cobham , a world leader in systems for planes to refuel in mid-air, by Advent International. United Kingdom government interventions on national security grounds are rare. Lockwood said that he had already held some discussions with government officials about the takeover, but would not go into details. (more...)
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- September 20, 2019
In a rare move, Andrea Leadsom, the business secretary, has instructed the Competition and Markets Authority to investigate the takeover of Cobham , a world leader in systems for planes to refuel in mid-air, by Advent International. United Kingdom government interventions on national security grounds are rare. Lockwood said that he had already held some discussions with government officials about the takeover, but would not go into details. (more...)
Festival bonanza from FM: Corporation tax rate slashed to boost investments
- September 20, 2019
The government last month announced the merger of 10 public sector banks (PSBs) into four strong lenders with countrywide networks and global reach to boost credit and revive economic growth in the nation's bid to become a five trillion dollar economy in the next five years. (more...)
- September 20, 2019
The government last month announced the merger of 10 public sector banks (PSBs) into four strong lenders with countrywide networks and global reach to boost credit and revive economic growth in the nation's bid to become a five trillion dollar economy in the next five years. (more...)
FDA finds impurity in popular heartburn medicine Zantac that could cause cancer
- September 20, 2019
Over-the-counter ranitidine is approved to prevent and relieve heartburn associated with acid indigestion and sour stomach. The FDA announced last Friday that some ranitidine medicines, which includes Zantac, contain low levels of N-Nitrosodimethylamine ( NDMA ) which is classified as a probable human carcinogen. (more...)
- September 20, 2019
Over-the-counter ranitidine is approved to prevent and relieve heartburn associated with acid indigestion and sour stomach. The FDA announced last Friday that some ranitidine medicines, which includes Zantac, contain low levels of N-Nitrosodimethylamine ( NDMA ) which is classified as a probable human carcinogen. (more...)
Apple fights $14.3bn tax bill in EU court
- September 20, 2019
Counting all unpaid taxes over this era, plus pursuits, the company ordered Apple to pay $14.three billion in again taxes to the Irish authorities. At the start of two days of hearings at the EU's General Court on Tuesday, Apple accused the commission of using its powers to combat state aid "to retrofit changes to national law" - in effect trying to change the global tax system and in the process creating legal uncertainty for businesses. (more...)
- September 20, 2019
Counting all unpaid taxes over this era, plus pursuits, the company ordered Apple to pay $14.three billion in again taxes to the Irish authorities. At the start of two days of hearings at the EU's General Court on Tuesday, Apple accused the commission of using its powers to combat state aid "to retrofit changes to national law" - in effect trying to change the global tax system and in the process creating legal uncertainty for businesses. (more...)
Roku’s new Ultra streaming box is faster and adds custom app shortcuts
- September 20, 2019
A Walmart version of the Express had that option, but it apparently wasn't selling well enough. The updated $30 Roku Express is 10 percent smaller than the previous version, and can be powered by your TV; no need to plug into an outlet. (more...)
- September 20, 2019
A Walmart version of the Express had that option, but it apparently wasn't selling well enough. The updated $30 Roku Express is 10 percent smaller than the previous version, and can be powered by your TV; no need to plug into an outlet. (more...)
Saudi authorities may delay Aramco's IPO after attack
- September 20, 2019
The formal IPO process begins after Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman had said in June the government remained fully committed to the IPO, expecting it to take place between 2020 and early 2021. However, some analysts and investors said the strikes could pose a major setback to the Aramco offering. Oil prices surged over supply concerns and the threat of a military response to the assault on the heartland of the Saudi oil industry, which US officials blamed on Iran, a charge ... (more...)
- September 20, 2019
The formal IPO process begins after Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman had said in June the government remained fully committed to the IPO, expecting it to take place between 2020 and early 2021. However, some analysts and investors said the strikes could pose a major setback to the Aramco offering. Oil prices surged over supply concerns and the threat of a military response to the assault on the heartland of the Saudi oil industry, which US officials blamed on Iran, a charge ... (more...)
Saudi oil attacks an 'act of war', says Pompeo
- September 19, 2019
Trump on Wednesday struck a cautious note, saying there were many options short of war with Iran, which denies involvement in the September 14 strikes. Yemen is to the south of Saudi Arabia. He also echoed President Trump's Wednesday announcement of additional sanctions on Iran, saying they were intended "to prevent its continued support for terrorism to groups such as Hezbollah", The National said. (more...)
- September 19, 2019
Trump on Wednesday struck a cautious note, saying there were many options short of war with Iran, which denies involvement in the September 14 strikes. Yemen is to the south of Saudi Arabia. He also echoed President Trump's Wednesday announcement of additional sanctions on Iran, saying they were intended "to prevent its continued support for terrorism to groups such as Hezbollah", The National said. (more...)
Trump says Powell's job is safe but Fed should lower rates
- September 19, 2019
Tucked into Fed Chair Jerome Powell's news conference on Wednesday was a not-so-subtle message for President Donald Trump: the economy is holding up because the US central bank has acted to support it through a volatile patch, and whether that continues is now in the president's lap. (more...)
- September 19, 2019
Tucked into Fed Chair Jerome Powell's news conference on Wednesday was a not-so-subtle message for President Donald Trump: the economy is holding up because the US central bank has acted to support it through a volatile patch, and whether that continues is now in the president's lap. (more...)
Amazon is ordering 100,000 Rivian electric delivery vans
- September 19, 2019
Amazon also pledged to invest $100 million on reforestation efforts in cooperation with the Nature Conservancy. Ford (F) also invested $500 million in Rivian . "Today, we celebrate. Tomorrow, we'll be in the streets to continue the fight for a livable future". Amazon has previously pledged to make half of its shipments carbon neutral by 2030 and to reveal its carbon footprint to before 2020, according to Bloomberg . (more...)
- September 19, 2019
Amazon also pledged to invest $100 million on reforestation efforts in cooperation with the Nature Conservancy. Ford (F) also invested $500 million in Rivian . "Today, we celebrate. Tomorrow, we'll be in the streets to continue the fight for a livable future". Amazon has previously pledged to make half of its shipments carbon neutral by 2030 and to reveal its carbon footprint to before 2020, according to Bloomberg . (more...)
Apps May Tell Facebook About Last Time Users Had Sex
- September 19, 2019
Following the report from Privacy International, Maya told the group that it would be removing the Facebook Software Development Kit (SDK) that allowed the data sharing to take place. In return, the apps feed data back to Facebook. Plackal Tech, which developed Maya, said in its statement to Privacy International that it would remove the Facebook Software Development Kit from a new version of its service. (more...)
- September 19, 2019
Following the report from Privacy International, Maya told the group that it would be removing the Facebook Software Development Kit (SDK) that allowed the data sharing to take place. In return, the apps feed data back to Facebook. Plackal Tech, which developed Maya, said in its statement to Privacy International that it would remove the Facebook Software Development Kit from a new version of its service. (more...)
General Mills recalls Gold Medal flour for E. coli contamination
- September 19, 2019
It should also be noted that in the announcement, that both the Food and Drug Administration Centers for Disease Control warn consumers that they should refrain from consuming raw products with flours. The company confirmed in a statement that it hasn't received any reports of illnesses and reminded people that flour should never be eaten raw. Symptoms of this strain will typically show up within three to four days of exposure, according to the CDC . (more...)
- September 19, 2019
It should also be noted that in the announcement, that both the Food and Drug Administration Centers for Disease Control warn consumers that they should refrain from consuming raw products with flours. The company confirmed in a statement that it hasn't received any reports of illnesses and reminded people that flour should never be eaten raw. Symptoms of this strain will typically show up within three to four days of exposure, according to the CDC . (more...)
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