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Clinton Campaign Backs Effort for Election Vote Recount
- November 26, 2016
Trump was able to get 290 Electoral College votes as against Clinton who scored 232. [T] his election cycle was unique in the degree of foreign interference witnessed throughout the campaign", he explained, "the US government concluded that Russian state actors were behind the hacks of the Democratic National Committee and the personal email accounts of Hillary for America campaign officials, and just yesterday, the Washington Post reported that the Russian government was behind much ... (more...)
- November 26, 2016
Trump was able to get 290 Electoral College votes as against Clinton who scored 232. [T] his election cycle was unique in the degree of foreign interference witnessed throughout the campaign", he explained, "the US government concluded that Russian state actors were behind the hacks of the Democratic National Committee and the personal email accounts of Hillary for America campaign officials, and just yesterday, the Washington Post reported that the Russian government was behind much ... (more...)
Iran optimistic on OPEC deal, to give view on curbs at meeting
- November 26, 2016
Asked for the logic behind the Saudi's backing out of Monday's global meeting, Saudi Arabia said it wants OPEC members to agree on a deal before sitting down with non-OPEC producers-for example, heavyweights such as Russian Federation, which OPEC is keenly aware needs to be onboard for any meaningful contraction on the supply side of things. (more...)
- November 26, 2016
Asked for the logic behind the Saudi's backing out of Monday's global meeting, Saudi Arabia said it wants OPEC members to agree on a deal before sitting down with non-OPEC producers-for example, heavyweights such as Russian Federation, which OPEC is keenly aware needs to be onboard for any meaningful contraction on the supply side of things. (more...)
Economy Watch: Interest Rates Headed for a Hike
- November 26, 2016
The dollar index, a measure of the greenback's strength against a basket of six major global currencies, continued to power ahead in European trading following hawkish comments Thursday from Yellen, who told the Congressional Joint Economic Committee that future rate increases would likely come "relatively soon". (more...)
- November 26, 2016
The dollar index, a measure of the greenback's strength against a basket of six major global currencies, continued to power ahead in European trading following hawkish comments Thursday from Yellen, who told the Congressional Joint Economic Committee that future rate increases would likely come "relatively soon". (more...)
Saudi Arabia to Skip Meeting With Non-OPEC Producers
- November 26, 2016
Iran has been relieved of economic sanctions recently and has asked for an exception from output cuts as it attempts to rebuild capacity. With less than a week until the crucial ministerial meeting, the refusal of just one major producer to participate could scuttle the whole of the agreement reached in September in Algiers. (more...)
- November 26, 2016
Iran has been relieved of economic sanctions recently and has asked for an exception from output cuts as it attempts to rebuild capacity. With less than a week until the crucial ministerial meeting, the refusal of just one major producer to participate could scuttle the whole of the agreement reached in September in Algiers. (more...)
Las Vegas NHL team named Golden Knights
- November 26, 2016
Here is his quote from NHL .com, "The Knights are the epitome of the warrior class", the U.S. Military Academy graduate said. The secondary logos include swords that create the star from the "Welcome to Las Vegas " sign. But Foley believes that tourists will flock to the games, which in a sense will make the Knights a team for everybody. The reported finalists were Golden, Desert and Silver. (more...)
- November 26, 2016
Here is his quote from NHL .com, "The Knights are the epitome of the warrior class", the U.S. Military Academy graduate said. The secondary logos include swords that create the star from the "Welcome to Las Vegas " sign. But Foley believes that tourists will flock to the games, which in a sense will make the Knights a team for everybody. The reported finalists were Golden, Desert and Silver. (more...)
Online sales rise on Thanksgiving Day
- November 26, 2016
Sure, she says, she could have bought online. While many major retailers reported strong online sales for Thursday and Friday, they acknowledge they also are working harder to lure shoppers to stores. Adobe estimates that this will be the biggest Cyber Monday on record, with more than $3.3 billion in projected USA online sales. Black Friday is here, and bargain-seeking holiday shoppers are out in force. (more...)
- November 26, 2016
Sure, she says, she could have bought online. While many major retailers reported strong online sales for Thursday and Friday, they acknowledge they also are working harder to lure shoppers to stores. Adobe estimates that this will be the biggest Cyber Monday on record, with more than $3.3 billion in projected USA online sales. Black Friday is here, and bargain-seeking holiday shoppers are out in force. (more...)
Students Stage Anti-Trump Protests in DC, New York City
- November 26, 2016
In a press conference on Monday, President Barack Obama praised his "cordial discussion" with Trump and called on Americans to "reconcile themselves" with a Trump presidency. A group of students organized as the Petaluma Student Coalition said in a news release that students from Casa Grande High School will join students from Petaluma High School, also at 1:30 p.m., in a walkout. (more...)
- November 26, 2016
In a press conference on Monday, President Barack Obama praised his "cordial discussion" with Trump and called on Americans to "reconcile themselves" with a Trump presidency. A group of students organized as the Petaluma Student Coalition said in a news release that students from Casa Grande High School will join students from Petaluma High School, also at 1:30 p.m., in a walkout. (more...)
PM Modi's advice to the cash-crunched masses: Pay with mobile phones
- November 26, 2016
He said the number of mobile phones was four times the number of families in the country and people can use them to make payments. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be visiting Bathinda and Anandpur Sahib in Punjab on Friday. The 750-bed hospital and institute will be built at a cost of Rs 925 crore and will be spread over 200 acres. Prime Minister laid the foundation stone of AIIMS in Bathinda . (more...)
- November 26, 2016
He said the number of mobile phones was four times the number of families in the country and people can use them to make payments. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be visiting Bathinda and Anandpur Sahib in Punjab on Friday. The 750-bed hospital and institute will be built at a cost of Rs 925 crore and will be spread over 200 acres. Prime Minister laid the foundation stone of AIIMS in Bathinda . (more...)
U.S. airport staff threaten Thanksgiving strike
- November 26, 2016
Chicago's Aviation Department told CNN Money that the strike likely won't interfere with the airport's service. As O'Hare workers strike on November 29, other workers around the country also plan to protest low wages and alleged mistreatment. (more...)
- November 26, 2016
Chicago's Aviation Department told CNN Money that the strike likely won't interfere with the airport's service. As O'Hare workers strike on November 29, other workers around the country also plan to protest low wages and alleged mistreatment. (more...)
Erdogan threatens to allow 3m refugees cross into Europe
- November 26, 2016
Under a deal clinched in March, Turkey has agreed to take back illegal migrants and refugees leaving its shores for Greece in return for aid and visa-free travel for Turks in Europe. "It wouldn't matter if all of you approved the (European Parliament) vote..." He also shot back over what he described as the upsurge of "extreme right policies" and xenophobia throughout the European Union states. (more...)
- November 26, 2016
Under a deal clinched in March, Turkey has agreed to take back illegal migrants and refugees leaving its shores for Greece in return for aid and visa-free travel for Turks in Europe. "It wouldn't matter if all of you approved the (European Parliament) vote..." He also shot back over what he described as the upsurge of "extreme right policies" and xenophobia throughout the European Union states. (more...)
Cards Against Humanity's Black Friday Stunt is a Major Troll
- November 26, 2016
Their Facebook page posted, "The holidays are here, and everything in America is going really well". In streaming comments running alongside the live video, numerous viewers have pointed out the possible parallels to Black Friday, implying that crazed shoppers rushing out to get the best deals are also just throwing their money in a hole. (more...)
- November 26, 2016
Their Facebook page posted, "The holidays are here, and everything in America is going really well". In streaming comments running alongside the live video, numerous viewers have pointed out the possible parallels to Black Friday, implying that crazed shoppers rushing out to get the best deals are also just throwing their money in a hole. (more...)
Demonetisation politically motivated, says Mayawati, slams PM's 'blackmailing'
- November 26, 2016
The BSP chief said the demonetisation decision has caused difficulties to 90 per cent of the common people. "What is this if not blackmail", she said. In a renewed attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the BSP chief charged him with rushing with the move of demonetisation to safeguard the interest of his own men. (more...)
- November 26, 2016
The BSP chief said the demonetisation decision has caused difficulties to 90 per cent of the common people. "What is this if not blackmail", she said. In a renewed attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the BSP chief charged him with rushing with the move of demonetisation to safeguard the interest of his own men. (more...)
Saudi Arabia plans to skip OPEC's crucial meeting next week
- November 26, 2016
Six non-OPEC oil producers are Azerbaijan, Brazil, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Oman and Russian Federation. Top OPEC oil exporter Saudi Arabia has told the producer group it will not attend scheduled talks in Vienna on Monday with non-OPEC oil producers, OPEC sources said on Friday. (more...)
- November 26, 2016
Six non-OPEC oil producers are Azerbaijan, Brazil, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Oman and Russian Federation. Top OPEC oil exporter Saudi Arabia has told the producer group it will not attend scheduled talks in Vienna on Monday with non-OPEC oil producers, OPEC sources said on Friday. (more...)
Saudis Said to Quit Russia Talks as OPEC Deal No Closer
- November 26, 2016
Azerbaijan's Energy Minister Natig Aliyev has cancelled his visit to Vienna , where he planned to take part in the second meeting of the OPEC High-level Committee, established by the Algiers Accord, with non-OPEC oil producing countries, the ministry told Trend November 26. (more...)
- November 26, 2016
Azerbaijan's Energy Minister Natig Aliyev has cancelled his visit to Vienna , where he planned to take part in the second meeting of the OPEC High-level Committee, established by the Algiers Accord, with non-OPEC oil producing countries, the ministry told Trend November 26. (more...)
Chuck Schumer, Mitch McConnell elected Senate minority, majority leaders
- November 26, 2016
He will replace Harry Reid, the sharp-tongued senator from Nevada, who is retiring. Schumer said he knew there would be differences of opinion on the new team, but that together the group could "speak to the blue-collar worker in West Virginia, and MI, as well as the people who live along the coast". (more...)
- November 26, 2016
He will replace Harry Reid, the sharp-tongued senator from Nevada, who is retiring. Schumer said he knew there would be differences of opinion on the new team, but that together the group could "speak to the blue-collar worker in West Virginia, and MI, as well as the people who live along the coast". (more...)
Saudi Arabia tells OPEC it won't attend non-OPEC talks on Monday
- November 26, 2016
Saudi Arabia wants an OPEC deal in place before conversations with other producers such as Russian Federation, one delegate said. In addition, uncertainty about the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries reaching an agreement to cut oil production has kept some investors on the sidelines. (more...)
- November 26, 2016
Saudi Arabia wants an OPEC deal in place before conversations with other producers such as Russian Federation, one delegate said. In addition, uncertainty about the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries reaching an agreement to cut oil production has kept some investors on the sidelines. (more...)
White House extends 'hand of friendship' to Cuban people after Castro death
- November 26, 2016
Republican Ed Royce, the chairman of the House of Representatives' Foreign Affairs Committee, said on Saturday that Castro left a legacy of "repression at home, and support for terrorism overseas". "While Cuba remains a totalitarian island, it is my hope that today marks a move away from the horrors endured for too long, and toward a future in which the wonderful Cuban people finally live in the freedom they so richly deserve", he said. (more...)
- November 26, 2016
Republican Ed Royce, the chairman of the House of Representatives' Foreign Affairs Committee, said on Saturday that Castro left a legacy of "repression at home, and support for terrorism overseas". "While Cuba remains a totalitarian island, it is my hope that today marks a move away from the horrors endured for too long, and toward a future in which the wonderful Cuban people finally live in the freedom they so richly deserve", he said. (more...)
Iran optimistic on OPEC deal after meeting Algerian minister
- November 26, 2016
In a statement, his ministry quoted Novak as saying OPEC had to reach consensus within the group before other producers could join such an agreement. Iranian Oil Minister Bijan Namdar Zanganeh said on Saturday that it is possible for OPEC members to reach an agreement to stabilize the oil market. (more...)
- November 26, 2016
In a statement, his ministry quoted Novak as saying OPEC had to reach consensus within the group before other producers could join such an agreement. Iranian Oil Minister Bijan Namdar Zanganeh said on Saturday that it is possible for OPEC members to reach an agreement to stabilize the oil market. (more...)
The alt-right is starting to feel 'bamboozled' by Trump
- November 26, 2016
Civil rights advocates have recoiled, citing an uptick in harassment and incidents of hate crimes affecting African-Americans, Jewish-Americans, Muslims, Latinos, gays, lesbians and other minority groups since the vote. As we approach another abyss, only one man has the foothold to pull us back, but he'll do it only if he heeds a warning from a white supremacist named Thomas Jefferson : "I tremble for my country when I reflect that God is just". (more...)
- November 26, 2016
Civil rights advocates have recoiled, citing an uptick in harassment and incidents of hate crimes affecting African-Americans, Jewish-Americans, Muslims, Latinos, gays, lesbians and other minority groups since the vote. As we approach another abyss, only one man has the foothold to pull us back, but he'll do it only if he heeds a warning from a white supremacist named Thomas Jefferson : "I tremble for my country when I reflect that God is just". (more...)
Imran writes letter to Ban Ki-moon, protests Indian aggression
- November 26, 2016
Imran Khan on Saturday apprised the United Nations (UN) about India's targeting Pakistani civilians including travelers in civilian buses, ARY News reported. Assuring severe retribution, Pakistan Defence minister Khawaja Asif has said that they will kill three Indian soldiers for every Pakistani soldier they neutralise. (more...)
- November 26, 2016
Imran Khan on Saturday apprised the United Nations (UN) about India's targeting Pakistani civilians including travelers in civilian buses, ARY News reported. Assuring severe retribution, Pakistan Defence minister Khawaja Asif has said that they will kill three Indian soldiers for every Pakistani soldier they neutralise. (more...)
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