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An advanced weather satellite will launch to space Saturday
- December 03, 2016
The most advanced weather satellite ever built has rocketed into space as part of an 11 billion dollar (£8.9 billion) effort to revolutionise forecasting and save lives. There are four satellites in the GOES-R series: -R, -S, -T and -U, which will extend NOAA's geostationary coverage through 2036. "Data from GOES-R will be a game changer for forecasters", NOAA said . (more...)
- December 03, 2016
The most advanced weather satellite ever built has rocketed into space as part of an 11 billion dollar (£8.9 billion) effort to revolutionise forecasting and save lives. There are four satellites in the GOES-R series: -R, -S, -T and -U, which will extend NOAA's geostationary coverage through 2036. "Data from GOES-R will be a game changer for forecasters", NOAA said . (more...)
AK Steel Holding Corp. (AKS) Cut to Neutral at Macquarie
- December 03, 2016
The one year target is $4.48 with zero analysts rating the stock a strong buy, 3 firms rating the stock a buy, 8 brokerages rating the stock a hold, 2 brokers rating the stock a underperform, and finally 1 broker rating the stock a sell. AK Steel Holding Corp.'s revenue was down 15.0% on a year-over-year basis. The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Monday, December 12th. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
The one year target is $4.48 with zero analysts rating the stock a strong buy, 3 firms rating the stock a buy, 8 brokerages rating the stock a hold, 2 brokers rating the stock a underperform, and finally 1 broker rating the stock a sell. AK Steel Holding Corp.'s revenue was down 15.0% on a year-over-year basis. The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Monday, December 12th. (more...)
Spider-Man: Homecoming Gives the Wall-Crawler His Classic Web Wings
- December 03, 2016
The recent "Spider-Man" trilogy starring Andrew Garfield did not do well at the box office, unlike the ones that starred Tobey Maguire. Every Spider-Man movie has featured a costume that's more or less identical to the traditional Spidey look, with the exception of Amazing Spider-Man - even in this case, the design team realized their mistake at reinventing the wheel, and the classic look was back for the sequel. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
The recent "Spider-Man" trilogy starring Andrew Garfield did not do well at the box office, unlike the ones that starred Tobey Maguire. Every Spider-Man movie has featured a costume that's more or less identical to the traditional Spidey look, with the exception of Amazing Spider-Man - even in this case, the design team realized their mistake at reinventing the wheel, and the classic look was back for the sequel. (more...)
WRTV Reporter Refused Credentials for Trump Event at Carrier Plant
- December 03, 2016
A heating and air-conditioning company, Carrier said in February it would cut some 2,100 jobs in closing two in plants and move production near to the city of Monterrey in Nuevo Leon, a state bordering Texas in northern Mexico. Evans: You can not do it all the time. There will be isolated situations from time to time. Every four years since 1972, top presidential campaign aides have met for a polite discussion of the fierce battle they just waged. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
A heating and air-conditioning company, Carrier said in February it would cut some 2,100 jobs in closing two in plants and move production near to the city of Monterrey in Nuevo Leon, a state bordering Texas in northern Mexico. Evans: You can not do it all the time. There will be isolated situations from time to time. Every four years since 1972, top presidential campaign aides have met for a polite discussion of the fierce battle they just waged. (more...)
Petition calls for new UK 5-pound bank note to be 'fat
- December 03, 2016
A petition was launched calling on the production of the plastic fivers to be stopped - and it has quickly gained more than 100,000 signatures. We respect those concerns and are treating them with the utmost seriousness, ' a spokesman said in a statement . (more...)
- December 03, 2016
A petition was launched calling on the production of the plastic fivers to be stopped - and it has quickly gained more than 100,000 signatures. We respect those concerns and are treating them with the utmost seriousness, ' a spokesman said in a statement . (more...)
The number of people signing up for Obamacare is soaring
- December 03, 2016
The House budget committee chairman is a former orthopedic surgeon who has said that it's "important that Washington not be in charge of health care". Everyone receives the same credit whether they are rich or poor. The Price plan will improve the health and well being only of corporations and billionaires, while leaving tens of millions of people to suffer - and even die - without access to health care. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
The House budget committee chairman is a former orthopedic surgeon who has said that it's "important that Washington not be in charge of health care". Everyone receives the same credit whether they are rich or poor. The Price plan will improve the health and well being only of corporations and billionaires, while leaving tens of millions of people to suffer - and even die - without access to health care. (more...)
McDonald's legend who invented iconic Big Mac burger dies aged 98
- December 03, 2016
Now the chain sells over half a billion Big Macs annually and the burger is known as McDonald's signature sandwich around the world. In an interview with the Associated Press in 2006, Delligatti said the company was initially averse to the idea of the new burger as their existing menu of hamburgers, cheeseburgers, fries and shakes was doing reasonable well. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
Now the chain sells over half a billion Big Macs annually and the burger is known as McDonald's signature sandwich around the world. In an interview with the Associated Press in 2006, Delligatti said the company was initially averse to the idea of the new burger as their existing menu of hamburgers, cheeseburgers, fries and shakes was doing reasonable well. (more...)
Renzi: If referendum fails, technical government is 'a risk'
- December 03, 2016
Goldman Sachs and Banca D'Italia have raised fears about the negative impact of a "No" victory on Italy's troubled banks, and the UK's Financial Times wrote at the weekend that up to eight of Italy's banks would be at risk of failure if the "No" camp wins. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
Goldman Sachs and Banca D'Italia have raised fears about the negative impact of a "No" victory on Italy's troubled banks, and the UK's Financial Times wrote at the weekend that up to eight of Italy's banks would be at risk of failure if the "No" camp wins. (more...)
Demonetisation: Modi warns people stashing black money in Jan-Dhan accounts
- December 03, 2016
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed BJP volunteers at the Parivartan Rally in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh on Saturday. I have not fought from Uttar Pradesh only to become an MP but wanted to initiate a fight against poverty from this state. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed BJP volunteers at the Parivartan Rally in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh on Saturday. I have not fought from Uttar Pradesh only to become an MP but wanted to initiate a fight against poverty from this state. (more...)
Gareth Southgate confirmed as new permanent England manager
- December 03, 2016
He said that he had experience as a player, and in charge of the under-21 team, which meant that he worked closely with many members of England's current senior squad. It's a big victory for the 46-year-old, but as the old saying goes - the hard work starts now. While it was billed as an interview it was more of a discussion about Southgate's vision of the England team going forward. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
He said that he had experience as a player, and in charge of the under-21 team, which meant that he worked closely with many members of England's current senior squad. It's a big victory for the 46-year-old, but as the old saying goes - the hard work starts now. While it was billed as an interview it was more of a discussion about Southgate's vision of the England team going forward. (more...)
Xi tells Kissinger China wants 'stable' progress with US
- December 03, 2016
On Friday, Xi told Kissinger, "The presidential election has taken place in the United States and we are now in the key moment. It's the greatest theft in the history of the world, what China has done". Xi had telephoned Trump following his victory and sought his cooperation to beef up bilateral ties. "I have tremendous respect for Dr Kissinger and appreciate him sharing his thoughts with me", the statement quoted Trump as saying. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
On Friday, Xi told Kissinger, "The presidential election has taken place in the United States and we are now in the key moment. It's the greatest theft in the history of the world, what China has done". Xi had telephoned Trump following his victory and sought his cooperation to beef up bilateral ties. "I have tremendous respect for Dr Kissinger and appreciate him sharing his thoughts with me", the statement quoted Trump as saying. (more...)
US Federal Reserve chair Yellen to complete term despite Trump's criticism
- December 03, 2016
She said the job market had made further improvements this year and that inflation, while still below the Fed's 2% target, had started to pick up. But she said the near-term risk of "falling behind the curve" soon is limited, and reiterated that the the central bank expects to raise interest rates gradually over the next few years. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
She said the job market had made further improvements this year and that inflation, while still below the Fed's 2% target, had started to pick up. But she said the near-term risk of "falling behind the curve" soon is limited, and reiterated that the the central bank expects to raise interest rates gradually over the next few years. (more...)
Donald Trump Targets Second Indiana Plant Over Plans to Shift to Mexico
- December 03, 2016
Trump said the $16 million Carrier says it will invest in the plant, which he said was a minimum, will be quickly recouped, because of "the goodwill that you have engendered by doing this". "We're going to hold you accountable", one man said. A Mexican administrator in the city where Carrier Corp.jobs were supposed to go remarked that President-elect Donald Trump is "telling the truth" when he vows to protect American jobs, CNBC reports . (more...)
- December 03, 2016
Trump said the $16 million Carrier says it will invest in the plant, which he said was a minimum, will be quickly recouped, because of "the goodwill that you have engendered by doing this". "We're going to hold you accountable", one man said. A Mexican administrator in the city where Carrier Corp.jobs were supposed to go remarked that President-elect Donald Trump is "telling the truth" when he vows to protect American jobs, CNBC reports . (more...)
Indiana Carrier workers hope Trump helps other factories
- December 03, 2016
The rally in Cincinnati was the second stop on a victory lap through the Midwest on Thursday, coming hours after Trump saluted workers, owners and himself at a Carrier plant in Indiana. Some have publicly criticized the implications of the deal, including Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, The Washington Post: " United Technologies took Trump hostage and won ". (more...)
- December 03, 2016
The rally in Cincinnati was the second stop on a victory lap through the Midwest on Thursday, coming hours after Trump saluted workers, owners and himself at a Carrier plant in Indiana. Some have publicly criticized the implications of the deal, including Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, The Washington Post: " United Technologies took Trump hostage and won ". (more...)
S.Africa braces for possible S&P junk credit rating
- December 03, 2016
S&P said that South Africa's rand-denominated debt was now rated at BBB, down from BBB+, but that its rating for foreign-currency debt remained at BBB-, one notch above junk, with a negative outlook. S&P said a tug-of-war in the ruling African National Congress (ANC) could impact the economy negatively. President Jacob Zuma has been rocked by a series of corruption scandals in recent months with calls for him to step down getting louder. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
S&P said that South Africa's rand-denominated debt was now rated at BBB, down from BBB+, but that its rating for foreign-currency debt remained at BBB-, one notch above junk, with a negative outlook. S&P said a tug-of-war in the ruling African National Congress (ANC) could impact the economy negatively. President Jacob Zuma has been rocked by a series of corruption scandals in recent months with calls for him to step down getting louder. (more...)
Minimum wage protests in St. Louis, Kansas City
- December 03, 2016
Fast-food, home-care, child-care and other workers are expected to rally in cities across California. Protests also were held Tuesday in several other cities around the US, and arrests were reported in NY and Detroit. "We have to decide what we are going to get: We're going to pay rent or we're going to put food on the table or we're going to send my child to school". (more...)
- December 03, 2016
Fast-food, home-care, child-care and other workers are expected to rally in cities across California. Protests also were held Tuesday in several other cities around the US, and arrests were reported in NY and Detroit. "We have to decide what we are going to get: We're going to pay rent or we're going to put food on the table or we're going to send my child to school". (more...)
Veeva Systems Inc.'s (VEEV)
- December 03, 2016
On Friday, October 14th, Alan Mateo sold 657 shares of Veeva Systems stock. It has price to book ratio of 10.37, which gauges the market price of a share over its book value. If you are reading this report on another publication, it was illegally copied and republished in violation of United States and worldwide copyright laws. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
On Friday, October 14th, Alan Mateo sold 657 shares of Veeva Systems stock. It has price to book ratio of 10.37, which gauges the market price of a share over its book value. If you are reading this report on another publication, it was illegally copied and republished in violation of United States and worldwide copyright laws. (more...)
OPEC raises the white flag in battle with US
- December 03, 2016
Motorists are being warned to expect prices to rise at the pumps as a result. "The truth is that the prime minister could have easily reduced tariffs in the past two years but he chose not to do so". "Compliance issues and a stronger than forecast revival from the USA shale sector represents the largest downside risk", said BMI Research on Friday. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
Motorists are being warned to expect prices to rise at the pumps as a result. "The truth is that the prime minister could have easily reduced tariffs in the past two years but he chose not to do so". "Compliance issues and a stronger than forecast revival from the USA shale sector represents the largest downside risk", said BMI Research on Friday. (more...)
Teen elector from Washington state aims to thwart Trump presidency
- December 03, 2016
He ranks 46th out of 58 presidential elections in United States history. "Most people don't even know who their electors are". Chiafalo and Guerra have not specified which candidate they plan to vote for. The electors incorporated as a nonprofit in Colorado this week. To win the Presidency a candidate must get 270 of the 538 possible votes in the Electoral College. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
He ranks 46th out of 58 presidential elections in United States history. "Most people don't even know who their electors are". Chiafalo and Guerra have not specified which candidate they plan to vote for. The electors incorporated as a nonprofit in Colorado this week. To win the Presidency a candidate must get 270 of the 538 possible votes in the Electoral College. (more...)
Online Sales Take Bigger Chunk Of the Sales Once Again
- December 03, 2016
Smartphones were driving twice as many sales as tablets on Monday, at 27 percent to 13 percent, according to the survey. Interestingly, the margin between Black Friday mobile sales and Cyber Monday's mobile sales was small, suggesting that mobile retail during Black Friday will only gain popularity by next year's shopping. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
Smartphones were driving twice as many sales as tablets on Monday, at 27 percent to 13 percent, according to the survey. Interestingly, the margin between Black Friday mobile sales and Cyber Monday's mobile sales was small, suggesting that mobile retail during Black Friday will only gain popularity by next year's shopping. (more...)
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