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Samsung Elec to compensate Galaxy Note 7 parts suppliers
- October 23, 2016
If we see a major carrier not bothering to sell Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Note 8 because it distrusts the quality, other mobile companies could easily follow. "Samsung, together with carriers, is working to communicate the U.S. Department of Transportation's new order to ban all Galaxy Note 7 devices in carry-on and checked baggage on flights". (more...)
- October 23, 2016
If we see a major carrier not bothering to sell Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Note 8 because it distrusts the quality, other mobile companies could easily follow. "Samsung, together with carriers, is working to communicate the U.S. Department of Transportation's new order to ban all Galaxy Note 7 devices in carry-on and checked baggage on flights". (more...)
Army veterans say no to donations 'extorted' from film producers
- October 23, 2016
The film has been "allowed" to be released after its producers met with three conditions put forward by MNS chief Raj Thackeray, including payment of Rs 5 crore to army welfare fund. "Fadnavis showed that he was incapable of handling the pressure", Sawant alleged. He said that the ban on the artistes will come into force with immediate effect and the producers with the under production films will have to pay the donation as "penance" for engaging the Pakistani artistes. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
The film has been "allowed" to be released after its producers met with three conditions put forward by MNS chief Raj Thackeray, including payment of Rs 5 crore to army welfare fund. "Fadnavis showed that he was incapable of handling the pressure", Sawant alleged. He said that the ban on the artistes will come into force with immediate effect and the producers with the under production films will have to pay the donation as "penance" for engaging the Pakistani artistes. (more...)
Microsoft (MSFT) Stock Surges on Q1 Earnings, Jefferies: 'Overvalued'
- October 23, 2016
In reaction, Oppenheimer top analyst Timothy Horan reiterated an Outperform rating on MSFT, with a price target of $62, which represents a slight upside potential from current levels. Last month, management said they was on track to complete their $40.0-billion MSFT stock buyback by the end of the year. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 98.99% of the company's stock. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
In reaction, Oppenheimer top analyst Timothy Horan reiterated an Outperform rating on MSFT, with a price target of $62, which represents a slight upside potential from current levels. Last month, management said they was on track to complete their $40.0-billion MSFT stock buyback by the end of the year. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 98.99% of the company's stock. (more...)
China stands firm, scuttle Modi's plan to defame Pakistan
- October 23, 2016
But at the same time, Hua also called for internal action against countries and organisations by worldwide community while answering a pointed question about Modi's criticism that Pakistan continues to support anti-India terrorist groups by giving them arms, financial support and helping them to cross the border to carry out attacks in India and whether it is China's view that the world should not take a stand on Islamabad's support to terrorists. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
But at the same time, Hua also called for internal action against countries and organisations by worldwide community while answering a pointed question about Modi's criticism that Pakistan continues to support anti-India terrorist groups by giving them arms, financial support and helping them to cross the border to carry out attacks in India and whether it is China's view that the world should not take a stand on Islamabad's support to terrorists. (more...)
AT&T to Acquire Time Warner for $85B
- October 23, 2016
The cash-and-stock deal values Time Warner-owner of CNN , TNT , HBO and the Warner Bros . film and TV studio, among other things-at $107.50 a share and transforms AT&T into a media giant. Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump said Saturday that if elected he would block the merger. AT&T thinks it needs to diversify; wants to own programming; and wants to keep Time Warner out of the hands of its huge rivals. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
The cash-and-stock deal values Time Warner-owner of CNN , TNT , HBO and the Warner Bros . film and TV studio, among other things-at $107.50 a share and transforms AT&T into a media giant. Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump said Saturday that if elected he would block the merger. AT&T thinks it needs to diversify; wants to own programming; and wants to keep Time Warner out of the hands of its huge rivals. (more...)
Recommendation Trends Analysis: Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc. (NYSE:DO)
- October 23, 2016
During last 5 trades the stock sticks nearly 1.40%. Diamond Offshore Drilling Inc was Downgraded by Goldman to " Sell" on Sep 21, 2016. Strong Sell. Investors might also notice that two months ago the Buy recommendations (1) were less than Sell recommendations (1). (more...)
- October 23, 2016
During last 5 trades the stock sticks nearly 1.40%. Diamond Offshore Drilling Inc was Downgraded by Goldman to " Sell" on Sep 21, 2016. Strong Sell. Investors might also notice that two months ago the Buy recommendations (1) were less than Sell recommendations (1). (more...)
Donald Trump vows to sue sexual assault accusers after US election
- October 23, 2016
In Gettysburg , he then complained that a "corrupt" media was fabricating stories to make him "look as bad and risky as possible". Yet, even as Trump praised Abraham Lincoln for uniting the country, Trump laced his Gettysburg speech with familiar charges of a rigged election and corrupt media, along with a new vow to sue 10 women who have accused him of sexual misconduct. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
In Gettysburg , he then complained that a "corrupt" media was fabricating stories to make him "look as bad and risky as possible". Yet, even as Trump praised Abraham Lincoln for uniting the country, Trump laced his Gettysburg speech with familiar charges of a rigged election and corrupt media, along with a new vow to sue 10 women who have accused him of sexual misconduct. (more...)
Govt seeks report on debit card security breach, promises swift action
- October 23, 2016
HDFC has asked its customers not use the ATM's of other banks. Bank authorities have ensured that steps have been taken to check the fraudulent transactions. The prodigious breach of financial data in India emerged after a security breach was reported at a private bank's ATM. In the near future, there are chances that those ATM cards at the risk of having lost data will be replaced by their respective banks. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
HDFC has asked its customers not use the ATM's of other banks. Bank authorities have ensured that steps have been taken to check the fraudulent transactions. The prodigious breach of financial data in India emerged after a security breach was reported at a private bank's ATM. In the near future, there are chances that those ATM cards at the risk of having lost data will be replaced by their respective banks. (more...)
Cubs close, but Sarge knows what can happen in a hurry
- October 23, 2016
The Cubs have a 3-2 lead over the Dodgers after pulling themselves up from a 1-2 deficit by winning Games 4 and 5. "We just have to do our best to eke out as many runs as we can". "You don't get that in Los Angeles", said Murray, who was at the White House to receive the Mark Twain prize for American humor. "Then obviously the magnitude and the situation of the game kind of raises everybody's adrenaline". (more...)
- October 23, 2016
The Cubs have a 3-2 lead over the Dodgers after pulling themselves up from a 1-2 deficit by winning Games 4 and 5. "We just have to do our best to eke out as many runs as we can". "You don't get that in Los Angeles", said Murray, who was at the White House to receive the Mark Twain prize for American humor. "Then obviously the magnitude and the situation of the game kind of raises everybody's adrenaline". (more...)
AT&T has $85 billion deal in 'principle' with Time Warner
- October 23, 2016
Its assets include the HBO , CNN, TBS and TNT networks as well as the Warner Bros film studio, producer of the "Batman" and "Harry Potter" film franchises. AT&T has been moving more slowly to broaden its media content portfolio. Executives of AT&T and Time Warner have been in talks for months, fueling a great deal of speculation on whether or not a final agreement would be made and what form that agreement would take. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
Its assets include the HBO , CNN, TBS and TNT networks as well as the Warner Bros film studio, producer of the "Batman" and "Harry Potter" film franchises. AT&T has been moving more slowly to broaden its media content portfolio. Executives of AT&T and Time Warner have been in talks for months, fueling a great deal of speculation on whether or not a final agreement would be made and what form that agreement would take. (more...)
Trump 'crossed the line' at charity dinner, Al Smith says
- October 23, 2016
The Republican is trailing his opponent in most of the battleground states while Clinton eyes potential victories in states such as Arizona, Georgia and Utah that are traditionally safe GOP territory. And fittingly for an event named after a man nicknamed "The Happy Warrior", the occasion has produced dozens of memorable presidential jokes - and honest moments of goodwill that have remained largely absent from the 2016 campaign. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
The Republican is trailing his opponent in most of the battleground states while Clinton eyes potential victories in states such as Arizona, Georgia and Utah that are traditionally safe GOP territory. And fittingly for an event named after a man nicknamed "The Happy Warrior", the occasion has produced dozens of memorable presidential jokes - and honest moments of goodwill that have remained largely absent from the 2016 campaign. (more...)
Clinton: Donald Trump Is "Threatening Our Democracy"
- October 23, 2016
But Trump, continuing to be Trump, veered back into campaign mode soon afterwards. He also has made a number of statements encouraging his supporters to fan out on Election Day to stop ineligible voters from casting ballots. Smith IV, set the tone for the evening as he lashed Trump in a series of cutting jokes. In honor of Al Smith, the former governor of NY and the first Catholic presidential candidate, who ran in 1928, proceeds from the event go to Catholic charities that support needy ... (more...)
- October 23, 2016
But Trump, continuing to be Trump, veered back into campaign mode soon afterwards. He also has made a number of statements encouraging his supporters to fan out on Election Day to stop ineligible voters from casting ballots. Smith IV, set the tone for the evening as he lashed Trump in a series of cutting jokes. In honor of Al Smith, the former governor of NY and the first Catholic presidential candidate, who ran in 1928, proceeds from the event go to Catholic charities that support needy ... (more...)
Samsung Chief Apologises For Galaxy Note 7 Crisis
- October 23, 2016
Analysts said most of the income will be generated by sales of advanced displays and semiconductors. Despite the handset being discontinued, the fallout of the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 exploding battery saga continues. However, within a few days, the replacement units also started catching fire, which resulted in pausing of the sale and replacements of the Note 7, with a permanent halt in production just a day later. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
Analysts said most of the income will be generated by sales of advanced displays and semiconductors. Despite the handset being discontinued, the fallout of the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 exploding battery saga continues. However, within a few days, the replacement units also started catching fire, which resulted in pausing of the sale and replacements of the Note 7, with a permanent halt in production just a day later. (more...)
Stumpf, Wells Fargo Praised as 'Best' and 'Most Admired' Prior to Scandal
- October 23, 2016
That includes information about fees on those accounts and the names of the Wells Fargo employees who opened the unauthorized accounts, the Los Angeles Times first reported, after getting details on the state's warrant and related documents through a public records request. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
That includes information about fees on those accounts and the names of the Wells Fargo employees who opened the unauthorized accounts, the Los Angeles Times first reported, after getting details on the state's warrant and related documents through a public records request. (more...)
It took banks 6 weeks to report the breach
- October 23, 2016
Yesterday, department of financial services Additional Secretary GC Murmu said only about 0.5 per cent of the total debit card details were compromised while the remaining 99.5 per cent cards are completely safe and bank customers should not panic. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
Yesterday, department of financial services Additional Secretary GC Murmu said only about 0.5 per cent of the total debit card details were compromised while the remaining 99.5 per cent cards are completely safe and bank customers should not panic. (more...)
Trump plan would aid Wall Street despite end of carried interest
- October 23, 2016
When the second presidential debate managed to take brief forays into actual policy, Donald Trump was eager to talk about his tax policy. That is, when the credit exceeds parents' taxable income, they can get at least part of it back as a refund. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
When the second presidential debate managed to take brief forays into actual policy, Donald Trump was eager to talk about his tax policy. That is, when the credit exceeds parents' taxable income, they can get at least part of it back as a refund. (more...)
Widespread cyberattack takes down sites worldwide
- October 23, 2016
Homeland Security last week issued a warning about a powerful new approach for blocking access to websites - hackers infecting routers, printers, smart TVs and other connected devices with malware that turns them into "bot" armies that overwhelm website servers in distributed denial of service attacks. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
Homeland Security last week issued a warning about a powerful new approach for blocking access to websites - hackers infecting routers, printers, smart TVs and other connected devices with malware that turns them into "bot" armies that overwhelm website servers in distributed denial of service attacks. (more...)
Typhoon Haima strikes China after killing 13 in the Philippines (PHOTOS, VIDEOS)
- October 23, 2016
Typhoon Haima , the strongest storm to hit the Philippines in three years, killed at least 12 people and inundated vast tracts of rice and corn fields, officials in Manila said on Friday, before it shifted toward Hong Kong. No major damage was reported, though reports said officials were on alert for flooding and landslips. Hong Kong hunkered down as Haima lashed the financial hub. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
Typhoon Haima , the strongest storm to hit the Philippines in three years, killed at least 12 people and inundated vast tracts of rice and corn fields, officials in Manila said on Friday, before it shifted toward Hong Kong. No major damage was reported, though reports said officials were on alert for flooding and landslips. Hong Kong hunkered down as Haima lashed the financial hub. (more...)
UN Decision to Appoint Wonder Woman as Female Empowerment Ambassador Sparks Outrage
- October 23, 2016
Hailed as a feminist icon since her debut, the popular character seemed an obvious choice for the United Nations to choose as an Honorary Ambassador to help promote Goal 5 of their Sustainable Development inititiative. Regardless of how one may have felt about the choice of a fictional superhero to be named an honorary ambassador, it was hard not to be moved by the powerful messages from the women in attendance and, perhaps more importantly, the sight of dozens of young girls with faces lit ... (more...)
- October 23, 2016
Hailed as a feminist icon since her debut, the popular character seemed an obvious choice for the United Nations to choose as an Honorary Ambassador to help promote Goal 5 of their Sustainable Development inititiative. Regardless of how one may have felt about the choice of a fictional superhero to be named an honorary ambassador, it was hard not to be moved by the powerful messages from the women in attendance and, perhaps more importantly, the sight of dozens of young girls with faces lit ... (more...)
8 of Hillary Clinton's Best Trump Burns from Last Night's Charity Dinner
- October 23, 2016
In the past, candidates have used the opportunity to jokingly trade blows but also congratulate one another. Trump also joked about calling Hillary Clinton a "nasty woman" at the last debate. "I'll look at it at the time . What I've seen is so bad", he said, repeating unfounded allegations of vote rigging. As the crowd booed, he retorted: "That's OK, I don't know who they're angry at, Hillary, you or I?" "I'll keep you in suspense, OK?" Allegations by the US government that Russia is ... (more...)
- October 23, 2016
In the past, candidates have used the opportunity to jokingly trade blows but also congratulate one another. Trump also joked about calling Hillary Clinton a "nasty woman" at the last debate. "I'll look at it at the time . What I've seen is so bad", he said, repeating unfounded allegations of vote rigging. As the crowd booed, he retorted: "That's OK, I don't know who they're angry at, Hillary, you or I?" "I'll keep you in suspense, OK?" Allegations by the US government that Russia is ... (more...)
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