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U.S. election recounts halted by lawsuits in Wisconsin, Michigan
- December 03, 2016
Green Party candidate Jill Stein, who garnered only about 1 percent of the vote, has said the recount campaign is not targeted at Trump or Clinton. Donald Trump's campaign filed an objection with MI state officials on Thursday, which at minimum delayed the recount there. Michigan's elections board has deadlocked on President-elect Donald Trump's request to prevent a recount , which means it will start next week unless the courts intervene. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
Green Party candidate Jill Stein, who garnered only about 1 percent of the vote, has said the recount campaign is not targeted at Trump or Clinton. Donald Trump's campaign filed an objection with MI state officials on Thursday, which at minimum delayed the recount there. Michigan's elections board has deadlocked on President-elect Donald Trump's request to prevent a recount , which means it will start next week unless the courts intervene. (more...)
Italian Consumer Confidence Hits 16-Month Low Ahead of Referendum
- December 03, 2016
As one of the banks in distress, it's vulnerable to collapse if a plan to recapitalize it isn't found quickly, regardless of the vote's outcome. Investors are not expected to jump in if political instability prevails, meaning the state will nearly certainly have to intervene swiftly to stave off collapse. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
As one of the banks in distress, it's vulnerable to collapse if a plan to recapitalize it isn't found quickly, regardless of the vote's outcome. Investors are not expected to jump in if political instability prevails, meaning the state will nearly certainly have to intervene swiftly to stave off collapse. (more...)
Trump's 'Thank you' tour gets off to raucous start
- December 03, 2016
President-elect Donald Trump kicked off his post-election "thank you tour" with a message reaffirming his commitment to close the country's border and bring back US manufacturing jobs. He repeated his recent statement that, despite constitutional protections, "if people burn the American flag, there should be consequences". "He's one of us". (more...)
- December 03, 2016
President-elect Donald Trump kicked off his post-election "thank you tour" with a message reaffirming his commitment to close the country's border and bring back US manufacturing jobs. He repeated his recent statement that, despite constitutional protections, "if people burn the American flag, there should be consequences". "He's one of us". (more...)
Dow Industrials Close Above 19000 for First Time
- December 03, 2016
The Dow Jones had reach its highest mark, during the 120 years of its existence. "It hasn't been parabolic in some sectors". According to Bloomberg , citing two transition team sources, Trump will fill the two open seats on the Fed's Board of Governors that have been open for years. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
The Dow Jones had reach its highest mark, during the 120 years of its existence. "It hasn't been parabolic in some sectors". According to Bloomberg , citing two transition team sources, Trump will fill the two open seats on the Fed's Board of Governors that have been open for years. (more...)
US jobless rate plunges to 4.6 pct., employers add 178K jobs
- December 03, 2016
Economists had been expecting the official unemployment figure (the U-3 rate), which has remained virtually unchanged throughout the year, to come in once again at around 4.9 percent. "The November report is a puzzling mix of surprising developments", said Stephen Stanley, chief economist at Amherst Pierpont Securities. The data release comes ahead of the Federal Reserve's December 13-14 meeting, where the central bank is expected to announce its first interest rate increase in a year. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
Economists had been expecting the official unemployment figure (the U-3 rate), which has remained virtually unchanged throughout the year, to come in once again at around 4.9 percent. "The November report is a puzzling mix of surprising developments", said Stephen Stanley, chief economist at Amherst Pierpont Securities. The data release comes ahead of the Federal Reserve's December 13-14 meeting, where the central bank is expected to announce its first interest rate increase in a year. (more...)
National Football League roundup: Banged-up Carr rallies Raiders past Panthers
- December 03, 2016
The big blow was an 88-yard strike from Newton to Ted Ginn Jr. He completed his first three passes, then tried to scramble and didn't see Thomas Davis as he undercut his pass attempt to Amari Cooper for an interception. After another Murray run, Carr threw incomplete twice and the Raiders went ahead on a Sebastian Janikowski 23-yard field goal. The victor followed a risky move by Broncos coach Gary Kubiak, who sent his kicker out for a 62-yard try with 1:01 left only to see Brandon McManus - ... (more...)
- December 03, 2016
The big blow was an 88-yard strike from Newton to Ted Ginn Jr. He completed his first three passes, then tried to scramble and didn't see Thomas Davis as he undercut his pass attempt to Amari Cooper for an interception. After another Murray run, Carr threw incomplete twice and the Raiders went ahead on a Sebastian Janikowski 23-yard field goal. The victor followed a risky move by Broncos coach Gary Kubiak, who sent his kicker out for a 62-yard try with 1:01 left only to see Brandon McManus - ... (more...)
Tallow row causes Bank backtrack
- December 03, 2016
Chief executive Mark Robertshaw says the note allows for a "new generation of cleaner, safer and stronger banknotes with robust security features". "This is unacceptable to millions of vegans, vegetarians, Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and others in the United Kingdom", the petition says. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
Chief executive Mark Robertshaw says the note allows for a "new generation of cleaner, safer and stronger banknotes with robust security features". "This is unacceptable to millions of vegans, vegetarians, Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and others in the United Kingdom", the petition says. (more...)
Trump team says he backs disputed Dakota Access oil pipeline
- December 03, 2016
There are a "lot of different emotions and opinions" about the protest, and the veterans from across the country aren't going to be swayed by the letter from Stabler, Veterans Stand for Standing Rock spokeswoman Ashleigh Jennifer Parker said. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
There are a "lot of different emotions and opinions" about the protest, and the veterans from across the country aren't going to be swayed by the letter from Stabler, Veterans Stand for Standing Rock spokeswoman Ashleigh Jennifer Parker said. (more...)
Eli Manning, Giants welcome Peyton as special guest
- December 03, 2016
Pittsburgh (6-5) is on its third two-game winning of the season. Ben McAdoo asserted this week that the Giants have very little wiggle room when it comes to results from here on. And if the tips do pay off, might Peyton Manning have a future in coaching? "I think that we can definitely put some things together this week to create that high-powered offense", receiver Victor Cruz said. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
Pittsburgh (6-5) is on its third two-game winning of the season. Ben McAdoo asserted this week that the Giants have very little wiggle room when it comes to results from here on. And if the tips do pay off, might Peyton Manning have a future in coaching? "I think that we can definitely put some things together this week to create that high-powered offense", receiver Victor Cruz said. (more...)
Samsung Electronics may split amid pressure over governance and dividends
- December 03, 2016
Prosecutors are investigating into allegations that Samsung had bribed Choi Soon-sil, a lifelong friend of President Park Geun-hye who has been charged with abuse of power and extortion, in return for getting favors in the controversial merger of the group's two affiliates to create a de-facto holding company. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
Prosecutors are investigating into allegations that Samsung had bribed Choi Soon-sil, a lifelong friend of President Park Geun-hye who has been charged with abuse of power and extortion, in return for getting favors in the controversial merger of the group's two affiliates to create a de-facto holding company. (more...)
India has largely welcomed demonetisation: Jaitley
- December 03, 2016
Economic integration of the country will happen after implementation of the GST, he said. The centre and the states have agreed on a rate structure wherein the maximum tax rate will be 28% (14% CGST+14% SGST). "Many states wanted discussions on cross-empowerment first as it is important for discussing numerous provisions of the draft laws that deal with administration", he said. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
Economic integration of the country will happen after implementation of the GST, he said. The centre and the states have agreed on a rate structure wherein the maximum tax rate will be 28% (14% CGST+14% SGST). "Many states wanted discussions on cross-empowerment first as it is important for discussing numerous provisions of the draft laws that deal with administration", he said. (more...)
Local Retired Army General reacts to 'Mad Dog' nomination
- December 03, 2016
Trump continued his unorthodox ways Thursday night when he used a rally as the forum to announce his selection of his nominee for US defense secretary. "And I think actually making this kind of extreme shift to Mattis is really reaching out to the military ... saying that our country, a strong country, is a priority to this next administration". (more...)
- December 03, 2016
Trump continued his unorthodox ways Thursday night when he used a rally as the forum to announce his selection of his nominee for US defense secretary. "And I think actually making this kind of extreme shift to Mattis is really reaching out to the military ... saying that our country, a strong country, is a priority to this next administration". (more...)
Henry Burris arrives in Ottawa after epic Grey Cup victory
- December 03, 2016
And he did it by shredding a Stampeders defence that was an integral part of the team that went 15-2-1 during the regular season. The RedBlacks opened scoring in the game with number 1 Henry Burris getting the first touchdown of the game, and with the extra point it was 7-0 Ottawa. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
And he did it by shredding a Stampeders defence that was an integral part of the team that went 15-2-1 during the regular season. The RedBlacks opened scoring in the game with number 1 Henry Burris getting the first touchdown of the game, and with the extra point it was 7-0 Ottawa. (more...)
Donald Trump appoints Gen James Mattis to be defence secretary
- December 03, 2016
The concerns revolve around whether a recently-retired service member would rely more on military solutions to worldwide problems rather than take a broader, more diplomatic approach. It is unlikely, however, that those trepidations will threaten Mattis' nomination. John McCain, who was subjected to torture while being held as a prisoner of war in North Vietnam. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
The concerns revolve around whether a recently-retired service member would rely more on military solutions to worldwide problems rather than take a broader, more diplomatic approach. It is unlikely, however, that those trepidations will threaten Mattis' nomination. John McCain, who was subjected to torture while being held as a prisoner of war in North Vietnam. (more...)
Referendum Countdown: The illusion of a united "No" camp against Renzi's reform
- December 03, 2016
As crunch time looms for Prime Minister Matteo Renzi, he is pinning his hopes on swathes of undecided voters as well as millions of Italians living overseas to defy opinion polls which point to his constitutional overhaul being snubbed. He has a point. They say regional governments would lose control and it would lead to an excessive centralisation of power. And there are a lot of them in Italy: households own about €170bn worth of bank bonds, or 49% of the total. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
As crunch time looms for Prime Minister Matteo Renzi, he is pinning his hopes on swathes of undecided voters as well as millions of Italians living overseas to defy opinion polls which point to his constitutional overhaul being snubbed. He has a point. They say regional governments would lose control and it would lead to an excessive centralisation of power. And there are a lot of them in Italy: households own about €170bn worth of bank bonds, or 49% of the total. (more...)
Check on Ratings and Recommendations Roundup: Freeport-McMoRan Inc (NYSE:FCX)
- December 03, 2016
On average, equities analysts expect that Freeport-McMoRan will post $0.25 EPS for the current year. The Ontario - Canada-based Bank Of Montreal Can has invested 0.02% in Freeport-McMoRan Inc (NYSE:FCX). In other news, Director Courtney Mather acquired 150,000 shares of the firm's stock in a transaction dated Thursday, October 27th. Several large investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the stock. (more...)
- December 03, 2016
On average, equities analysts expect that Freeport-McMoRan will post $0.25 EPS for the current year. The Ontario - Canada-based Bank Of Montreal Can has invested 0.02% in Freeport-McMoRan Inc (NYSE:FCX). In other news, Director Courtney Mather acquired 150,000 shares of the firm's stock in a transaction dated Thursday, October 27th. Several large investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the stock. (more...)
Economy added 178000 jobs in November
- December 03, 2016
United States monetary policymakers have repeatedly signalled that they are likely to increase interest rates at their final meeting of the year Dec 13-14. He reached a deal Tuesday with Carrier to keep about 1,000 jobs in IN that were slated to go to Mexico. An anticipated pullback in wage growth after two straight months of solid increases could put a wrinkle in an otherwise upbeat employment report . (more...)
- December 03, 2016
United States monetary policymakers have repeatedly signalled that they are likely to increase interest rates at their final meeting of the year Dec 13-14. He reached a deal Tuesday with Carrier to keep about 1,000 jobs in IN that were slated to go to Mexico. An anticipated pullback in wage growth after two straight months of solid increases could put a wrinkle in an otherwise upbeat employment report . (more...)
Flint water improving, but stick with filters
- December 03, 2016
Lawson added: "The motion to stay the preliminary injunction will be denied". "This is more than a mere inconvenience; hunting for water has become a dominant activity in some residents' lives, causing anxiety, stress and financial hardship". (more...)
- December 03, 2016
Lawson added: "The motion to stay the preliminary injunction will be denied". "This is more than a mere inconvenience; hunting for water has become a dominant activity in some residents' lives, causing anxiety, stress and financial hardship". (more...)
Donald Trump warns USA companies of punishment for leaving country
- December 03, 2016
During the campaign, Trump seized on the Carrier plant as a prime example of the loss of US manufacturing jobs to foreign countries and had vowed to impose steep tariffs on Mexican-made air conditioners if the plants moved. United Steelworkers Local 1999 president, Chuck Jones , Carriers workers representative, stated on Tuesday news: "I'm optimistic, but I don't know what the situation is". (more...)
- December 03, 2016
During the campaign, Trump seized on the Carrier plant as a prime example of the loss of US manufacturing jobs to foreign countries and had vowed to impose steep tariffs on Mexican-made air conditioners if the plants moved. United Steelworkers Local 1999 president, Chuck Jones , Carriers workers representative, stated on Tuesday news: "I'm optimistic, but I don't know what the situation is". (more...)
Innovia working on "potential solutions" to five-pound notes
- 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. Tallow is a substance commonly used to manufacture candles and soap, and is produced using animal fats . (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. Tallow is a substance commonly used to manufacture candles and soap, and is produced using animal fats . (more...)
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