Markets
Taylor Wimpey quells fears of weak pound cost rises
- November 14, 2016
In a trading statement issued, the firm said cancellations for the year to date were 13%, compared to 11% for the equivalent period last year. It followed a strong performance from the Asian markets, with Japan's Nikkei Index hitting a nine-month high, closing up 1.7%. (more...)
- November 14, 2016
In a trading statement issued, the firm said cancellations for the year to date were 13%, compared to 11% for the equivalent period last year. It followed a strong performance from the Asian markets, with Japan's Nikkei Index hitting a nine-month high, closing up 1.7%. (more...)
Earthquake Shakes Oklahoma Oil Storage Hub
- November 14, 2016
Officials have estimated that about 40 to 50 structures in Cushing were damaged, according to the Tulsa World. The Oklahoma Department of Transportation reported Sunday night that no highway or bridge damage was found within a 15-mile radius of the earthquake's epicenter. (more...)
- November 14, 2016
Officials have estimated that about 40 to 50 structures in Cushing were damaged, according to the Tulsa World. The Oklahoma Department of Transportation reported Sunday night that no highway or bridge damage was found within a 15-mile radius of the earthquake's epicenter. (more...)
Baazov pens CAD $3.5 billion offer for Amaya assets
- November 14, 2016
Amaya Inc., parent company of PokerStars, announced on Monday that it has received an offer from former CEO David Baazov to purchase the entire company . Baazov, the ability of the parties to reach an agreement regarding the proposed transaction and, if an agreement is reached, the ability of the parties to complete the proposed transaction or the timing or terms thereof. (more...)
- November 14, 2016
Amaya Inc., parent company of PokerStars, announced on Monday that it has received an offer from former CEO David Baazov to purchase the entire company . Baazov, the ability of the parties to reach an agreement regarding the proposed transaction and, if an agreement is reached, the ability of the parties to complete the proposed transaction or the timing or terms thereof. (more...)
Marvell Technology Group Ltd. (NASDAQ:MRVL) Expected To Report $0.05
- November 14, 2016
The Company develops System-on-a-Chip (SoC) and System-in-a-Package (SiP) devices. Shares of Cerner Corporation (NASDAQ:CERN), dropped -2.00% and closed at $48.47 in the last trading session. The company sells its products worldwide to computer manufacturers for inclusion in their computer systems or subsystems and to distributors, resellers and retailers. (more...)
- November 14, 2016
The Company develops System-on-a-Chip (SoC) and System-in-a-Package (SiP) devices. Shares of Cerner Corporation (NASDAQ:CERN), dropped -2.00% and closed at $48.47 in the last trading session. The company sells its products worldwide to computer manufacturers for inclusion in their computer systems or subsystems and to distributors, resellers and retailers. (more...)
US President-elect Donald Trump praises Hillary Clinton as 'very strong and smart'
- November 14, 2016
Which is probably why so many memes of President Obama and Vice President Joe Biden are kicking around right now, roasting the reality that Trump will be entering the White House in January. "We're going to do it simultaneously", said Mr Trump . Trump received a call from Bill Clinton after the vote in which the former president "couldn't have been more gracious", the 70-year-old Republican billionaire said in excerpts of an interview released yesterday by CBS . (more...)
- November 14, 2016
Which is probably why so many memes of President Obama and Vice President Joe Biden are kicking around right now, roasting the reality that Trump will be entering the White House in January. "We're going to do it simultaneously", said Mr Trump . Trump received a call from Bill Clinton after the vote in which the former president "couldn't have been more gracious", the 70-year-old Republican billionaire said in excerpts of an interview released yesterday by CBS . (more...)
Twitterati goes gaga over ATM failure and heavy rush in banks
- November 14, 2016
Banks erected dedicated counters to exchange the notes for 100 rupee ones, shipped to them by India's Central Bank in fleets of trucks and escorted by armoured cars. Another official also said that they had already returned soiled notes worth crores to banks. Newly designed Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 bills will be rolled out at a later date. (more...)
- November 14, 2016
Banks erected dedicated counters to exchange the notes for 100 rupee ones, shipped to them by India's Central Bank in fleets of trucks and escorted by armoured cars. Another official also said that they had already returned soiled notes worth crores to banks. Newly designed Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 bills will be rolled out at a later date. (more...)
Trump on Twitter taking on protesters
- November 14, 2016
In light of the deep rift among the USA society that became evident during the election, Obama said "it is important for all of us, regardless of party, regardless of political preferences, to now come together to deal with numerous challenges we face". (more...)
- November 14, 2016
In light of the deep rift among the USA society that became evident during the election, Obama said "it is important for all of us, regardless of party, regardless of political preferences, to now come together to deal with numerous challenges we face". (more...)
Actress Woodley's pipeline protest trial is delayed 1 month
- November 14, 2016
Given that fact, Dakota Access has been left with no choice but to fulfill its responsibilities to its tens of thousands of unitholders by continuing its efforts to complete the project. Chairman of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, David Archambault, said in a statement, "the only possible path forward for the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe is a decision that denies the easement or subjects it to a full environmental impact statement and tribal consultation". (more...)
- November 14, 2016
Given that fact, Dakota Access has been left with no choice but to fulfill its responsibilities to its tens of thousands of unitholders by continuing its efforts to complete the project. Chairman of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, David Archambault, said in a statement, "the only possible path forward for the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe is a decision that denies the easement or subjects it to a full environmental impact statement and tribal consultation". (more...)
Are Lancashire's M&S stores at risk of closure?
- November 14, 2016
Same-store food sales fell 0.9% over the half-year, while it saw growth of 0.3% at M&S.com, leaving overall United Kingdom like-for-like sales 3% lower. "What we have done is outlined plans to improve our store estate over the next five years which include opening 200 new Food stores and selling Clothing and Home from 60 fewer stores". (more...)
- November 14, 2016
Same-store food sales fell 0.9% over the half-year, while it saw growth of 0.3% at M&S.com, leaving overall United Kingdom like-for-like sales 3% lower. "What we have done is outlined plans to improve our store estate over the next five years which include opening 200 new Food stores and selling Clothing and Home from 60 fewer stores". (more...)
South Korean prosecutors to question President Park as protests swell
- November 14, 2016
The accusations include Park pressuring South Korean top conglomerates into giving tens of millions of dollars to foundations that Choi controlled. Park's office said Sunday that she had heard the voice of the people with a "heavy heart" after groups from farmers to youths took to the streets to demand her resignation. (more...)
- November 14, 2016
The accusations include Park pressuring South Korean top conglomerates into giving tens of millions of dollars to foundations that Choi controlled. Park's office said Sunday that she had heard the voice of the people with a "heavy heart" after groups from farmers to youths took to the streets to demand her resignation. (more...)
Alibaba's Singles Day sales hit $1.5bn in seven minutes
- November 14, 2016
Alibaba has beaten its own sales totals each year since the sales began, and this year was no different. Singles' Day apparently sells more goods than Black Friday and Cyber Monday in the United States combined. Cut-throat competition for customers on Singles' Day has caused concern over false advertising and manipulated figures. " Singles" Day or Guanggun Jie is celebrated by young people in China who enjoy being single. (more...)
- November 14, 2016
Alibaba has beaten its own sales totals each year since the sales began, and this year was no different. Singles' Day apparently sells more goods than Black Friday and Cyber Monday in the United States combined. Cut-throat competition for customers on Singles' Day has caused concern over false advertising and manipulated figures. " Singles" Day or Guanggun Jie is celebrated by young people in China who enjoy being single. (more...)
Supermoon to be biggest since 1948
- November 14, 2016
EST Monday, when the moon came within 221,523 miles (356,508 kilometers), as measured from the center of the Earth to the center of the moon. Full moon will occur at 8:52 a.m. But it takes a real expert to notice the difference. Soraja Nuan-yoo, renowned for predicting the 2004 tsunami that killed many in Thailand and other countries round the Indian Ocean, warned that when the moon gets close to the Earth, "natural disasters happen". (more...)
- November 14, 2016
EST Monday, when the moon came within 221,523 miles (356,508 kilometers), as measured from the center of the Earth to the center of the moon. Full moon will occur at 8:52 a.m. But it takes a real expert to notice the difference. Soraja Nuan-yoo, renowned for predicting the 2004 tsunami that killed many in Thailand and other countries round the Indian Ocean, warned that when the moon gets close to the Earth, "natural disasters happen". (more...)
'World's saddest polar bear' moving, at least temporarily
- November 14, 2016
Peter Li, China policy expert at HSI said in a statement: "Pizza the polar bear has endured a life of deprivation and suffering in his small, artificial glass-fronted room at the shopping mall". But we implore the mall to make this a permanent move for Pizza. The move was part of ongoing upgrades and "minor alterations" to the mall and the aquarium would remain open during Pizza's absence, the aquarium said on Sunday. (more...)
- November 14, 2016
Peter Li, China policy expert at HSI said in a statement: "Pizza the polar bear has endured a life of deprivation and suffering in his small, artificial glass-fronted room at the shopping mall". But we implore the mall to make this a permanent move for Pizza. The move was part of ongoing upgrades and "minor alterations" to the mall and the aquarium would remain open during Pizza's absence, the aquarium said on Sunday. (more...)
Mexico says Nafta can be discussed, but not renegotiated
- November 14, 2016
But until his intentions become clear, the weeks and months before Trump takes office will be a bumpy ride for the peso. "It is a mature long-standing relationship based on common interest, common values and a shared vision of the future". (more...)
- November 14, 2016
But until his intentions become clear, the weeks and months before Trump takes office will be a bumpy ride for the peso. "It is a mature long-standing relationship based on common interest, common values and a shared vision of the future". (more...)
Savannah Resources Plc's (SAV) "Corporate" Rating Reaffirmed at Northland Securities
- November 14, 2016
About 446,371 shares traded hands or 11.16% up from the average. Trifast plc (LON:TRI) has risen 33.27% since April 8, 2016 and is uptrending. It has outperformed by 88.26% the S&P500. The rating was maintained by Beaufort Securities on Wednesday, December 9 with "Speculative Buy". BNP Paribas reaffirmed their neutral rating on shares of RBS (LON:RBS) in a report published on Tuesday. (more...)
- November 14, 2016
About 446,371 shares traded hands or 11.16% up from the average. Trifast plc (LON:TRI) has risen 33.27% since April 8, 2016 and is uptrending. It has outperformed by 88.26% the S&P500. The rating was maintained by Beaufort Securities on Wednesday, December 9 with "Speculative Buy". BNP Paribas reaffirmed their neutral rating on shares of RBS (LON:RBS) in a report published on Tuesday. (more...)
Cash rush on, people make a beeline for banks, ATMs in Chandigarh
- November 14, 2016
After the denomonetisation the central bank could upload notes of only Rs 100 denomination and that, too, a maximum of Rs 2 to Rs 4 lakh in an ATM, he added. Black money has been a matter of concern in India for many years. But after the announcement of ban on Rs 1000 and Rs 500 notes by the Hon'ble Prime Minister of India Mr Narendra Modi, an extreme panic situation has emerged particularly after his announcement that the currency of this denomination is reduced to a piece of paper after ... (more...)
- November 14, 2016
After the denomonetisation the central bank could upload notes of only Rs 100 denomination and that, too, a maximum of Rs 2 to Rs 4 lakh in an ATM, he added. Black money has been a matter of concern in India for many years. But after the announcement of ban on Rs 1000 and Rs 500 notes by the Hon'ble Prime Minister of India Mr Narendra Modi, an extreme panic situation has emerged particularly after his announcement that the currency of this denomination is reduced to a piece of paper after ... (more...)
Series of swastika graffiti found at NYC New School dorm
- November 14, 2016
The students reported the vile symbol to campus authorities. New School President David Van Zandt commented on the incidents on Twitter and said it goes "against every value" of the school. Mayor Bill de Blasio also weighed in on the incident, tweeting that hate speech "had no place in NYC". "To the perpetrators, we are better than this". (more...)
- November 14, 2016
The students reported the vile symbol to campus authorities. New School President David Van Zandt commented on the incidents on Twitter and said it goes "against every value" of the school. Mayor Bill de Blasio also weighed in on the incident, tweeting that hate speech "had no place in NYC". "To the perpetrators, we are better than this". (more...)
Chaos as ATMs play hide and seek
- November 14, 2016
Re-opening after two days, ATM started dispensing maximum amount of Rs 2000 for each customer according to a cap set up by government to ensure smooth transfer of currency shuffle across India. Once deposited, they can withdraw Rs 20,000 over two days. "But, when I came here, we were asked to leave as ATMs ran out of cash", Kumar, a customer of State Bank of India, said. (more...)
- November 14, 2016
Re-opening after two days, ATM started dispensing maximum amount of Rs 2000 for each customer according to a cap set up by government to ensure smooth transfer of currency shuffle across India. Once deposited, they can withdraw Rs 20,000 over two days. "But, when I came here, we were asked to leave as ATMs ran out of cash", Kumar, a customer of State Bank of India, said. (more...)
Hillary Clinton blames FBI director James Comey for election loss
- November 14, 2016
On the phone call, Dennis Chang, who served as Clinton's finance chair, said her campaign and the national party had raised more than 900 million dollars from more than three million individual donors, according to the two participants who spoke to Reuters . (more...)
- November 14, 2016
On the phone call, Dennis Chang, who served as Clinton's finance chair, said her campaign and the national party had raised more than 900 million dollars from more than three million individual donors, according to the two participants who spoke to Reuters . (more...)
Trump reveals Obamacare's fate, begins selecting White House leadership team
- November 14, 2016
President-elect Donald Trump made his first two key personnel appointments Sunday, which have many on edge. Trump's adult children, who serve as influential advisers to the president-elect, are said to have been concerned about having a controversial figure in the chief of staff role and backed Priebus for the job. (more...)
- November 14, 2016
President-elect Donald Trump made his first two key personnel appointments Sunday, which have many on edge. Trump's adult children, who serve as influential advisers to the president-elect, are said to have been concerned about having a controversial figure in the chief of staff role and backed Priebus for the job. (more...)
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