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Met Éireann Warning Of Heavy Rainfall
- March 10, 2020
Fresh to strong southerly winds will gradually veer southwesterly. A similar warning is in place for the north of England, including the cities of Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield and Huddersfield, with a projected 50mm of rain - a little under half the monthly average for March - due to fall. (more...)
- March 10, 2020
Fresh to strong southerly winds will gradually veer southwesterly. A similar warning is in place for the north of England, including the cities of Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield and Huddersfield, with a projected 50mm of rain - a little under half the monthly average for March - due to fall. (more...)
Coronavirus: Qantas grounds A380s and cuts global capacity by almost a quarter
- March 10, 2020
Qantas has reduced domestic flight capacity by five per cent. This approach results in eight of the airline's largest aircraft, the Airbus A380, grounded until mid-September. Its low-priced subsidiary Jetstar will also make "significant cuts" to its worldwide network, which, according to the Group, includes the suspension of flights to Bangkok, and the reduction of services from Australia to Vietnam and Japan "by nearly half". (more...)
- March 10, 2020
Qantas has reduced domestic flight capacity by five per cent. This approach results in eight of the airline's largest aircraft, the Airbus A380, grounded until mid-September. Its low-priced subsidiary Jetstar will also make "significant cuts" to its worldwide network, which, according to the Group, includes the suspension of flights to Bangkok, and the reduction of services from Australia to Vietnam and Japan "by nearly half". (more...)
CDC Recommends Travelers Defer All Cruise Ship Travel
- March 10, 2020
The numbers of cases in Canada, in fact, are shifting hourly. The ship is expected to dock in Oakland on Monday, but Zrobin said her parents still don't know exactly how long it will take to get off the ship carrying more than 3,500 passengers. (more...)
- March 10, 2020
The numbers of cases in Canada, in fact, are shifting hourly. The ship is expected to dock in Oakland on Monday, but Zrobin said her parents still don't know exactly how long it will take to get off the ship carrying more than 3,500 passengers. (more...)
Market meltdown: Sensex plunges 1,941 pts as coronavirus fears intensify
- March 10, 2020
In the previous session on Friday, the Sensex settled 893.99 points or 2.32% lower at 37,576.62. After intense selling through the day, the Sensex ended 1,942 points, or 5.2 per cent, lower at 35,635, the lowest close since February a year ago. (more...)
- March 10, 2020
In the previous session on Friday, the Sensex settled 893.99 points or 2.32% lower at 37,576.62. After intense selling through the day, the Sensex ended 1,942 points, or 5.2 per cent, lower at 35,635, the lowest close since February a year ago. (more...)
Petrol prices coming down as crude oil prices sink
- March 10, 2020
Petrol prices fell up to 25 paise from the previous day across major Indian cities, while diesel prices fell by 26 paise. The diesel price fell by 25 paise in the eastern metropolitan city to retail at Rs 65.59 per litre. Petrol prices are set to tumble after the price of oil slashed to its lowest in 30 years. With this latest revision, in this year, petrol rates have fallen by Rs. (more...)
- March 10, 2020
Petrol prices fell up to 25 paise from the previous day across major Indian cities, while diesel prices fell by 26 paise. The diesel price fell by 25 paise in the eastern metropolitan city to retail at Rs 65.59 per litre. Petrol prices are set to tumble after the price of oil slashed to its lowest in 30 years. With this latest revision, in this year, petrol rates have fallen by Rs. (more...)
Coronavirus: 'Work From Home,' Microsoft to Employees From Seattle Region And California
- March 10, 2020
Several other states announced their first cases of coronavirus on Wednesday, including Utah and North Carolina, and others reported additional cases - NY is now up to 13. "We've notified our employees and are following the advice of public health officials to prioritize everyone's health and safety", the social media company said in a statement. (more...)
- March 10, 2020
Several other states announced their first cases of coronavirus on Wednesday, including Utah and North Carolina, and others reported additional cases - NY is now up to 13. "We've notified our employees and are following the advice of public health officials to prioritize everyone's health and safety", the social media company said in a statement. (more...)
NY has 142 coronavirus cases, none in WNY
- March 10, 2020
The cruise ship Grand Princess, held at sea and barred from re-turning to San Francisco last week due to a coronavirus outbreak, has been directed to the nearby port of Oakland, the cruise line said on Saturday . Cuomo positioned the product as "superior" to others on the market, specifically naming Purell. The hand sanitizer will be made at Great Meadow Correctional Facility as part of the prison system's Corcraft program. (more...)
- March 10, 2020
The cruise ship Grand Princess, held at sea and barred from re-turning to San Francisco last week due to a coronavirus outbreak, has been directed to the nearby port of Oakland, the cruise line said on Saturday . Cuomo positioned the product as "superior" to others on the market, specifically naming Purell. The hand sanitizer will be made at Great Meadow Correctional Facility as part of the prison system's Corcraft program. (more...)
Gas prices may dip below $2 in Florida amid coronavirus concerns
- March 10, 2020
Just one week ago, the average price for a tank of unleaded gas was $2.16 in SC, and $2.26 in NC. At this time of year, gas prices normally start going up because refineries begin to perform maintenance and are switching over to producing more expensive summer blends of fuel. (more...)
- March 10, 2020
Just one week ago, the average price for a tank of unleaded gas was $2.16 in SC, and $2.26 in NC. At this time of year, gas prices normally start going up because refineries begin to perform maintenance and are switching over to producing more expensive summer blends of fuel. (more...)
The oil price war is a nightmare for United States shale producers
- March 10, 2020
Meanwhile US 10-year Treasury yields also sank to new record lows, and appeared set for their biggest one-day drop since 2011. Saudi Arabia ignited a price war overnoght by slashing its official selling prices and making plans to ramp up crude output next month after Russian Federation rejected production cuts proposed by the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries ( OPEC ) to stabilise the markets in the face of the global health crisis. (more...)
- March 10, 2020
Meanwhile US 10-year Treasury yields also sank to new record lows, and appeared set for their biggest one-day drop since 2011. Saudi Arabia ignited a price war overnoght by slashing its official selling prices and making plans to ramp up crude output next month after Russian Federation rejected production cuts proposed by the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries ( OPEC ) to stabilise the markets in the face of the global health crisis. (more...)
New Presumptive Positive Cases of Coronavirus Identified by Massachusetts State Public Health
- March 09, 2020
All 15 of the new cases had a direct connection to a meeting of the biotech firm Biogen that was held for company employees at a Boston hotel late last month, the state Department of Public Health said in an emailed statement. "We are actively working with all relevant departments of public health and hospitals to prioritize the well-being of the people who may have been exposed to COVID-19". (more...)
- March 09, 2020
All 15 of the new cases had a direct connection to a meeting of the biotech firm Biogen that was held for company employees at a Boston hotel late last month, the state Department of Public Health said in an emailed statement. "We are actively working with all relevant departments of public health and hospitals to prioritize the well-being of the people who may have been exposed to COVID-19". (more...)
U.S. stocks trade halted for 15 minutes after bruising open
- March 09, 2020
Bank stocks are getting smashed as lower yields put pressure on their margins, while an oil crash could cause energy companies to default on their obligations. At least 10 billion shares have traded on USA exchanges each day for two weeks, and the VIX has closed above 30 for seven days straight. Shares of Imax also dropped about 5% on Monday morning. (more...)
- March 09, 2020
Bank stocks are getting smashed as lower yields put pressure on their margins, while an oil crash could cause energy companies to default on their obligations. At least 10 billion shares have traded on USA exchanges each day for two weeks, and the VIX has closed above 30 for seven days straight. Shares of Imax also dropped about 5% on Monday morning. (more...)
Government to bring Canadian passengers aboard virus-stricken cruise ship home
- March 09, 2020
The announcement from the State Department read, " CDC notes increased risk of infection of COVID-19 in a cruise ship environment". The Grand Princess , with at least 21 coronavirus cases on board, is scheduled to dock at the Port of Oakland on Monday. (more...)
- March 09, 2020
The announcement from the State Department read, " CDC notes increased risk of infection of COVID-19 in a cruise ship environment". The Grand Princess , with at least 21 coronavirus cases on board, is scheduled to dock at the Port of Oakland on Monday. (more...)
Northern Italian Region Protests Massive Quarantine Over Coronavirus
- March 09, 2020
Anyone who flouts the quarantine rules - in which no-one can leave the "orange zone" without a serious reason - could face three months in prison or a fine of up to 206 euros (around £178). Globally, the number of infections steadily increased over the weekend, with the infection toll steadily climbing to 110,041 cases, with 3,825 deaths. (more...)
- March 09, 2020
Anyone who flouts the quarantine rules - in which no-one can leave the "orange zone" without a serious reason - could face three months in prison or a fine of up to 206 euros (around £178). Globally, the number of infections steadily increased over the weekend, with the infection toll steadily climbing to 110,041 cases, with 3,825 deaths. (more...)
Uber will offer paid sick leave to drivers infected with COVID-19
- March 09, 2020
Warner laid out a couple of ideas. Amazon has actually informed its agreement Flex drivers, which supply the shopping business's plans, to stay home if they get ill amidst the recurring coronavirus episode, according to a memorandum gotten by OneZero However, unlike Amazon's per hour employees, that will certainly obtain their routine pay also if they have to stay home, it appears as if the business's Flex drivers won't be made up for their missed out on job. (more...)
- March 09, 2020
Warner laid out a couple of ideas. Amazon has actually informed its agreement Flex drivers, which supply the shopping business's plans, to stay home if they get ill amidst the recurring coronavirus episode, according to a memorandum gotten by OneZero However, unlike Amazon's per hour employees, that will certainly obtain their routine pay also if they have to stay home, it appears as if the business's Flex drivers won't be made up for their missed out on job. (more...)
China exports plunge amid coronavirus epidemic
- March 09, 2020
Coronavirus cases were first reported last December in Wuhan, in China's central Hubei province, prompting a lockdown of the province, a key industrial region with some 56 million people, in late January. Tough public measures such as restrictions on travel and quarantines meant many of these people were unable to return to their jobs in offices, factories and ports until only recently. (more...)
- March 09, 2020
Coronavirus cases were first reported last December in Wuhan, in China's central Hubei province, prompting a lockdown of the province, a key industrial region with some 56 million people, in late January. Tough public measures such as restrictions on travel and quarantines meant many of these people were unable to return to their jobs in offices, factories and ports until only recently. (more...)
Asian stock markets tumble after oil prices crash
- March 09, 2020
It will hit the budgets of oil-dependent nations from Iraq to Nigeria and could also reshape global politics, eroding the influence of countries like Saudi Arabia . It was trading 26% lower at $33.60 a barrel as of 7:49 a.m.in London. The all-out price-war among the world's biggest producers sent West Texas Intermediate crude futures down as much as 27% - the most since the Gulf War in 1991. (more...)
- March 09, 2020
It will hit the budgets of oil-dependent nations from Iraq to Nigeria and could also reshape global politics, eroding the influence of countries like Saudi Arabia . It was trading 26% lower at $33.60 a barrel as of 7:49 a.m.in London. The all-out price-war among the world's biggest producers sent West Texas Intermediate crude futures down as much as 27% - the most since the Gulf War in 1991. (more...)
India’s Yes Bank founder arrested on money laundering allegations
- March 09, 2020
Furthermore, ED said, "It is also apprehended that Rana Kapoor has similarly misused his official position in several other transactions and obtained illegal kickbacks directly or indirectly through entities controlled by him or his family members", the agency claimed. (more...)
- March 09, 2020
Furthermore, ED said, "It is also apprehended that Rana Kapoor has similarly misused his official position in several other transactions and obtained illegal kickbacks directly or indirectly through entities controlled by him or his family members", the agency claimed. (more...)
This year, Coronavirus could cost airlines more than $ 100 billion
- March 09, 2020
Chicago-based United's announcement followed a meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and the heads of major U.S. airlines at the White House where they discussed the effect of the virus on the industry and demand. "Hopefully we'll get this behind us very quickly". Trump said the executives did not ask for any financial assistance. Travel industry officials said the government could reinstate some tax incentives to encourage business travel and spend additional funds to promote ... (more...)
- March 09, 2020
Chicago-based United's announcement followed a meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and the heads of major U.S. airlines at the White House where they discussed the effect of the virus on the industry and demand. "Hopefully we'll get this behind us very quickly". Trump said the executives did not ask for any financial assistance. Travel industry officials said the government could reinstate some tax incentives to encourage business travel and spend additional funds to promote ... (more...)
Tim Hortons stops accepting reusable cups amid COVID-19 fears
- March 09, 2020
Tim Hortons has suspended the use of reusable cups over COVID-19 fears. Tim Hortons says customers will still be able to participate in Roll Up The Rim, regardless of whether or not they play the online game. Roughly $16-million in prizes will be available through the digital contest, a slight increase from previous plans since bigger prizes that were hidden in cups - such as cars, televisions and gift cards - have been transferred to the digital platform. (more...)
- March 09, 2020
Tim Hortons has suspended the use of reusable cups over COVID-19 fears. Tim Hortons says customers will still be able to participate in Roll Up The Rim, regardless of whether or not they play the online game. Roughly $16-million in prizes will be available through the digital contest, a slight increase from previous plans since bigger prizes that were hidden in cups - such as cars, televisions and gift cards - have been transferred to the digital platform. (more...)
WWDC 2020 May be Cancelled Because of the Coronavirus Crisis
- March 08, 2020
Two main headquarters are located in Cupertino, California. Minimize the number of employees working within arm's length of one another, including minimizing or canceling large in-person meetings and conferences. Clean surfaces with standard cleaners. It is why Apple has already announced that it will not be taking part in the SXSW. The WWDC is scheduled to be held in June, but the latest development has put a serious question mark on the event this year. (more...)
- March 08, 2020
Two main headquarters are located in Cupertino, California. Minimize the number of employees working within arm's length of one another, including minimizing or canceling large in-person meetings and conferences. Clean surfaces with standard cleaners. It is why Apple has already announced that it will not be taking part in the SXSW. The WWDC is scheduled to be held in June, but the latest development has put a serious question mark on the event this year. (more...)
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