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Australian casino staff detained in China yet to be charged
- October 19, 2016
Crown said it had been unable to speak with its employees and is working closely with the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Two Australian executives of the country's largest casino operator are in good health after being detained in China last week over suspected gambling crimes, but they still do not know whether they would be charged, an Australian official said Wednesday. (more...)
- October 19, 2016
Crown said it had been unable to speak with its employees and is working closely with the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Two Australian executives of the country's largest casino operator are in good health after being detained in China last week over suspected gambling crimes, but they still do not know whether they would be charged, an Australian official said Wednesday. (more...)
Social Security Changes Coming in 2017
- October 19, 2016
Wyden, the Senate Finance Committee ranking member, also issued a statement on the small Social Security increase, which he said is expected to raise premiums significantly for some in Medicare Part B. That adds up to a monthly increase of less than $4 a month. This delay will, among other things, create a lot of headaches for the Social Security Administration, which must program any changes into its computers and 2017 benefits process. (more...)
- October 19, 2016
Wyden, the Senate Finance Committee ranking member, also issued a statement on the small Social Security increase, which he said is expected to raise premiums significantly for some in Medicare Part B. That adds up to a monthly increase of less than $4 a month. This delay will, among other things, create a lot of headaches for the Social Security Administration, which must program any changes into its computers and 2017 benefits process. (more...)
"Marmageddon" avoided as Tesco and Unilever settle dispute
- October 19, 2016
What do we know about Brexit? Moreover Tesco spokesman said: " We always put our customers first and we're pleased this situation has been resolved to our satisfaction ". High street stalwart WH Smith said separately it would look to consolidate factories and negotiate better prices with suppliers to cut costs. Since Britain voted to leave the European Union in June the pound has plummeted by an eye-watering 17%. (more...)
- October 19, 2016
What do we know about Brexit? Moreover Tesco spokesman said: " We always put our customers first and we're pleased this situation has been resolved to our satisfaction ". High street stalwart WH Smith said separately it would look to consolidate factories and negotiate better prices with suppliers to cut costs. Since Britain voted to leave the European Union in June the pound has plummeted by an eye-watering 17%. (more...)
PM: 10 Things to Know About Philip Morris International Inc. Earnings
- October 19, 2016
Analyst's Analysis on Philip Morris International, Inc. The company reported earnings per share of $1.25 during the quarter. Philip Morris International Inc . Credit Agricole SA restated an "outperform" rating on shares of Philip Morris International in a research report on Sunday, September 25th. We caution against stocks with a Zacks Rank #4 or 5 (Sell rated) going into the earnings announcement especially when the company is seeing a negative estimate revisions. (more...)
- October 19, 2016
Analyst's Analysis on Philip Morris International, Inc. The company reported earnings per share of $1.25 during the quarter. Philip Morris International Inc . Credit Agricole SA restated an "outperform" rating on shares of Philip Morris International in a research report on Sunday, September 25th. We caution against stocks with a Zacks Rank #4 or 5 (Sell rated) going into the earnings announcement especially when the company is seeing a negative estimate revisions. (more...)
Profit at the world's largest asset manager rose in the last quarter
- October 19, 2016
In last year's third quarter, the firm posted $2.90 per share in earnings and $6.86 billion in revenue. On a year to date basis, the iShares Edge MSCI Min Vol Emerging Markets ETF (EEMV) has been the best performer among the min-vol funds, up more than 12%. (more...)
- October 19, 2016
In last year's third quarter, the firm posted $2.90 per share in earnings and $6.86 billion in revenue. On a year to date basis, the iShares Edge MSCI Min Vol Emerging Markets ETF (EEMV) has been the best performer among the min-vol funds, up more than 12%. (more...)
Ivanka Trump Finally Addresses Her Father's Leaked Tapes
- October 19, 2016
The leaked 2005 tape of Trump aboard an " Access Hollywood " tour bus showed the Manhattan billionaire making a litany of crude sexual remarks about women, including boasting about groping women and kissing them without consent because of his celebrity status. (more...)
- October 19, 2016
The leaked 2005 tape of Trump aboard an " Access Hollywood " tour bus showed the Manhattan billionaire making a litany of crude sexual remarks about women, including boasting about groping women and kissing them without consent because of his celebrity status. (more...)
Melania Trump Says Donald Was 'Egged On' in Making Lewd Comments
- October 19, 2016
She was smiling broadly now, beaming with knowingness. If it is true that Melania had not seen that side of Donald, it reveals only that she has never tuned into his many interviews on Howard Stern's radio show. "It's a female reporter". " She is certifying the public person who is Donald Trump ", Jamieson said. Trump held a private meet-and-greet with invited supporters, and local media interviews, before his Green Bay rally, according to a campaign aide. (more...)
- October 19, 2016
She was smiling broadly now, beaming with knowingness. If it is true that Melania had not seen that side of Donald, it reveals only that she has never tuned into his many interviews on Howard Stern's radio show. "It's a female reporter". " She is certifying the public person who is Donald Trump ", Jamieson said. Trump held a private meet-and-greet with invited supporters, and local media interviews, before his Green Bay rally, according to a campaign aide. (more...)
Emotional support duck brought on plane
- October 19, 2016
Not only would having an adorable little duck by my side make me feel better, my kids' comparative lack of quacking would make them seem like angels. Daniel the duck is making a splash on the web. For example, she said he can tell when she's about to have a panic attack and even puts his feet on her chest as a cue to lay down. She says she relies on her feathery companion to get her through the day. (more...)
- October 19, 2016
Not only would having an adorable little duck by my side make me feel better, my kids' comparative lack of quacking would make them seem like angels. Daniel the duck is making a splash on the web. For example, she said he can tell when she's about to have a panic attack and even puts his feet on her chest as a cue to lay down. She says she relies on her feathery companion to get her through the day. (more...)
Arsene Wenger: I never considered selling Theo Walcott in the summer
- October 19, 2016
Arsenal are heavy favourites to win the Group A tie but Wenger said: 'We play three home games this week and are favourites in all three, expected to win them, but we learned on Saturday (in the 3-2 win over Swansea) that as soon as you ease off you are in trouble. (more...)
- October 19, 2016
Arsenal are heavy favourites to win the Group A tie but Wenger said: 'We play three home games this week and are favourites in all three, expected to win them, but we learned on Saturday (in the 3-2 win over Swansea) that as soon as you ease off you are in trouble. (more...)
Don't Miss: Chesapeake Energy Corporation (NYSE:CHK), Noble Corp plc (NYSE:NE)
- October 19, 2016
The buy recommendations for equity two months ago were 0 and sell calls were 2. Headquartered in Oklahoma City, Chesapeake Energy Corporation's ( NYSE: CHK ) operations are focused on discovering and developing its large and geographically diverse resource base of unconventional oil and natural gas assets onshore in the United States. (more...)
- October 19, 2016
The buy recommendations for equity two months ago were 0 and sell calls were 2. Headquartered in Oklahoma City, Chesapeake Energy Corporation's ( NYSE: CHK ) operations are focused on discovering and developing its large and geographically diverse resource base of unconventional oil and natural gas assets onshore in the United States. (more...)
Abbott and St. Jude to sell products to Terumo
- October 19, 2016
Jude Medical and gave the stock a "hold" rating in a research report on Wednesday, July 20th. The company has a market cap of $22.53 billion. JPMorgan Chase & Co. Investors and security holders can obtain the registration statement and the proxy statement/prospectus free of charge from the SEC's website or from Abbott or St. (more...)
- October 19, 2016
Jude Medical and gave the stock a "hold" rating in a research report on Wednesday, July 20th. The company has a market cap of $22.53 billion. JPMorgan Chase & Co. Investors and security holders can obtain the registration statement and the proxy statement/prospectus free of charge from the SEC's website or from Abbott or St. (more...)
'Democracy Now!' reporter won't face riot charge
- October 19, 2016
We will continue to report on this epic struggle of Native Americans and their non-Native allies taking on the fossil fuel industry and an increasingly militarized police in this time when climate change threatens the planet. "They were shocked. At first they were praying, then they started saying no, 'stop excavating the site, ' and it went on from there", she said. "If the prosecutor thought he was going to intimidate Amy, he severely misjudged the situation", Reed Brody, one of ... (more...)
- October 19, 2016
We will continue to report on this epic struggle of Native Americans and their non-Native allies taking on the fossil fuel industry and an increasingly militarized police in this time when climate change threatens the planet. "They were shocked. At first they were praying, then they started saying no, 'stop excavating the site, ' and it went on from there", she said. "If the prosecutor thought he was going to intimidate Amy, he severely misjudged the situation", Reed Brody, one of ... (more...)
Brady back with a vengeance as Patriots pummel Browns
- October 19, 2016
A returning Tom Brady threw for 400 yards and three touchdowns, which was also probably as expected. If you didn't realize it 10 minutes into Game 1 of the Tom Brady Revival Tour, you realized it soon afterward when Bill Belichick talked about it. (more...)
- October 19, 2016
A returning Tom Brady threw for 400 yards and three touchdowns, which was also probably as expected. If you didn't realize it 10 minutes into Game 1 of the Tom Brady Revival Tour, you realized it soon afterward when Bill Belichick talked about it. (more...)
Sanders: Benefit increase too small for Americans relying on Social Security
- October 19, 2016
Americans on Social Security will get a small increase in 2017. The tiny raise could be eaten up by Medicare Part B premiums, which are going up. As was the case in previous years, average Medicare Part D premiums are expected to vary across the plans with the largest enrollment, ranging from $16.81 to $71.66 per month in 2017. (more...)
- October 19, 2016
Americans on Social Security will get a small increase in 2017. The tiny raise could be eaten up by Medicare Part B premiums, which are going up. As was the case in previous years, average Medicare Part D premiums are expected to vary across the plans with the largest enrollment, ranging from $16.81 to $71.66 per month in 2017. (more...)
EU trade chief: not there yet to sign EU-Canada deal
- October 19, 2016
A troubled trade deal between the European Union and Canada is the only model for a future pact between the bloc and post-Brexit Britain, Spain's Foreign Minister said Monday. The Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) was placed in jeopardy after the Wallonia region in Belgium - concerned the deal would hurt the country's farming and industrial sectors by the import of cheaper Canadian goods - vetoed the deal late last week . (more...)
- October 19, 2016
A troubled trade deal between the European Union and Canada is the only model for a future pact between the bloc and post-Brexit Britain, Spain's Foreign Minister said Monday. The Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) was placed in jeopardy after the Wallonia region in Belgium - concerned the deal would hurt the country's farming and industrial sectors by the import of cheaper Canadian goods - vetoed the deal late last week . (more...)
Nation's high school graduation rate reaches new record high
- October 19, 2016
Independence High had a 2014-2015 graduation rate of 81.97, and Woodrow Wilson High had a rate of 79.88 percent. Illinois' graduation rate has also been above the national average since at least 2010-11. I want us to be number one across the board. The rest of the nation averages about 180 school days per year, according to the Center for Public Education. (more...)
- October 19, 2016
Independence High had a 2014-2015 graduation rate of 81.97, and Woodrow Wilson High had a rate of 79.88 percent. Illinois' graduation rate has also been above the national average since at least 2010-11. I want us to be number one across the board. The rest of the nation averages about 180 school days per year, according to the Center for Public Education. (more...)
Tabcorp and Tatts announce $11 billion gaming merger
- October 19, 2016
Today both operators requested the Australian Exchange (ASX) to halt trading pending the "outcome of discussions" . That represents a 20 per cent premium over Tatts' last closing price and an 18 per cent premium on the one-month volume weighted average price. (more...)
- October 19, 2016
Today both operators requested the Australian Exchange (ASX) to halt trading pending the "outcome of discussions" . That represents a 20 per cent premium over Tatts' last closing price and an 18 per cent premium on the one-month volume weighted average price. (more...)
Airport decision will be another year
- October 19, 2016
One unnamed Cabinet minister told the BBC yesterday: 'I would do both Heathrow and Gatwick - that would tell the world Britain is open for business'. "No minister will be permitted to campaign actively against the Government's position, nor publicly criticise, or call into question the decision making process itself". (more...)
- October 19, 2016
One unnamed Cabinet minister told the BBC yesterday: 'I would do both Heathrow and Gatwick - that would tell the world Britain is open for business'. "No minister will be permitted to campaign actively against the Government's position, nor publicly criticise, or call into question the decision making process itself". (more...)
Herrera proud of United's battling qualities in Liverpool draw
- October 19, 2016
Midfielder Emre Can, making his first Premier League start of the season, felt Liverpool deserved more than a point from the game but accepted a side of their quality has to test opponents more . Both the teams got plenty of chances to break the deadlock in the second-half of the match, but none of the team was able to put the ball behind the goal post. (more...)
- October 19, 2016
Midfielder Emre Can, making his first Premier League start of the season, felt Liverpool deserved more than a point from the game but accepted a side of their quality has to test opponents more . Both the teams got plenty of chances to break the deadlock in the second-half of the match, but none of the team was able to put the ball behind the goal post. (more...)
Melania Trump calls taped comments by Donald Trump 'boy talk'
- October 19, 2016
Melania Trump's flippant reaction to a powerful man claiming he can "grab [women] by the pussy" simply because he's famous, as well as her suggestion that the whole thing was really Billy Bush's fault did not sit well with the internet. "It was left wing and left-wing media". Melania Trump told Fox News that her husband, a NY businessman and former reality television star, was committed to running for office even though it was hard because he had been "in so many shows, so many tapes" ... (more...)
- October 19, 2016
Melania Trump's flippant reaction to a powerful man claiming he can "grab [women] by the pussy" simply because he's famous, as well as her suggestion that the whole thing was really Billy Bush's fault did not sit well with the internet. "It was left wing and left-wing media". Melania Trump told Fox News that her husband, a NY businessman and former reality television star, was committed to running for office even though it was hard because he had been "in so many shows, so many tapes" ... (more...)
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