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Cummings criticism sees Church of England bishops receive death threats
One email warned: ‘Stay out of politics or we’ll kill you’.
Liverpool restaurant delivering 1,000 curries every week on lockdown
The restaurant introduced its delivery service in response to the coronavirus lockdown
NNPC has 6,621 staff strength – Report
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) says it currently has 6,621 staff strength both at its headquarters and across all its subsidiaries
THE CUTTING EDGE-26-5-2020
At Kikuyu, in Kiambu County, one landlord has disconnected water and electricity to an apartment block.
From Covid to the cold - Western Cape's disaster management bracing for stormy weather
Snow is predicted for the mountains of the Western Cape, the higher ground of the Eastern Cape, and the southern heights of the Northern Cape.
VW Finds Another Way To Copy Tesla
Like Tesla, Volkswagen sees electric vehicles as the future of private mass transportation. Internal combus...
Teladoc Health: The Growth Is Here To Stay
Teladoc Health recently reported impressive Q1 2020 results and management provided strong full-year 2020 guidance. This new market darling has a strong bull ca
Fujifilm India launches X-T4 mirrorless camera for multimedia professionals
The new Fujifilm X-T4 mirriorless camera features in-body image stabilisation (IBIS), new PDAF Algorithm, fastest ever autofocus performance in the series, and more
Forex Today: Dull start to the week
What you need to know on Tuesday, May 26th: It was a dull start to the week, with the US and the UK on holiday. Those equities markets that were opene
Ontario used auto dealers expect tough year ahead, prices already down
TORONTO — Used car dealers in Ontario are starting to recover from the near total shutdown in April, but a survey released Monday suggests they expect sales and prices to be under pressure for the year as economic uncertainty clouds the market.
The Week Ahead, S&P 500 Futures Are Up +1% And Poised To Reach 3,000
If after reading this article you conclude that I haven't gotten over the short shrift stocks gave the China-US rift last week, you'd be right. The futures for
Record 10,000 women waiting to buy 'Holy Grail' of anti-wrinkle cream online
Scientists claim a new product marketed by Boots hits the “sweet spot” to reduce lines and give older skin “bounce” - sparking a huge interest among customers
Last Chance To Board The Microsoft Train
Microsoft trades near all-time highs and this may have investors wondering if the stock is still a good buy. Through our DCF valuation, we propose two scenarios
NAF trains 129 Special Forces to battle Boko Haram, bandits
Abubakar said this over Eid el-Fitr lunch with troops of the Air Component: “Operation Hadarin Daji,” at the 213 forward operation base in Katsina on Monday.
Here’s the key to constructing a portfolio for what comes next
Nobody has a clue about what lies ahead, and that won’t change until we get a better sense of how the novel coronavirus will proceed from here, but a few assumptions will put things into perspective
Ndlozi invites derision for saying ‘lockdown was for the white community’
The EFF's former spokesperson has tried to sell the idea that white people are now happy to reopen the economy at the expense of 'disposable black workers'.
Cummings criticism sees Church of England bishops receive death threats
One email warned: ‘Stay out of politics or we’ll kill you’.
South Korean cafe hires robot barista to help with social distancing
DAEJEON, South Korea: The new robot barista at the cafe in Daejeon, South Korea, is courteous and swift as it seamlessly makes its way towards ...
Government’s ‘Job Maker’ plan to be revealed today
The Prime Minister is today expected to unveil plans of the new ‘Job Maker’ program, as part of plans to reignite the Australian economy. The program will encourage small, medium and large businesses…
Trudeau, Singh pressed on parties’ decisions to access COVID-19 wage subsidy
All three parties have said donations have dropped further since the COVID-19 pandemic began
Toronto stock market rally led by cannabis while U.S. stock markets closed
TORONTO — Canada's main stock index posted a triple-digit advance to start the trading week on a broad-based rally led by a resurgence among cannabis stocks.
Five female Nigerian DJs making waves - The Nation Nigeria
In the early 90s, only few Nigerians will think females will also embrace being Disc Jockeys. It is known to be a male profession. But as years...
Springwatch: New format for top nature show
Springwatch is back - but not as we know it.
60 more die in Maharashtra, Mumbai death toll crosses 1,000
With 2,436 new cases, total COVID-19 cases in State reach 52,667
James Argent and Gemma Collins' wedding will be 'bigger than the Beckhams'
James 'Arg' Argent has revealed that when he and on and off girlfriend Gemma Collins tie the knot it will rival David and Victoria's lavish 1999 wedding
Dramatic video shows motorcycle passenger shooting teenager in the Bronx
Video released by the NYPD Monday shows a gunman on the back of a motorcycle pull out a gun and fire several rounds at a teenager in the Bronx, striking him twice in the leg, according to police. The
Northwest cherry crops facing disease and decreased harvest
PORTLAND, Ore. — Cherry industry officials in Oregon and Washington state estimate a tree infection has substantially depleted the fruit for this year’s harvest.
Lotte resumes tender offer to buy more PCPPI shares
Lotte Chilsung Beverage Co. Ltd. of South Korea resumed its tender offer to acquire additional shares in soft drink manufacturer Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines Inc. after filing an updated valuation and fairness opinion with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Enugu FA shifts burial of ex-chairman
The Enugu FA Secretary, Francis Ugwu, who disclosed this to newsmen in Enugu on Monday, said the shift in date was communicated to the FA by the diseased’s family.
Cuomo admits 'we all failed' at making coronavirus projections
Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Monday that coronavirus projections from experts were all wrong and he's getting out of the business of speculating because of it.
California Reopens Places of Worship, In-Store Retail Businesses
California, which has seen some of the most serious restrictions introduced due to the COVID-19 outbreak in the United States, started to gradually reopen its economy...
Japan's small clinics driven to brink as coronavirus-wary patients stay home
TOKYO: As Japan eases coronavirus curbs following its first wave of cases, many small medical clinics are scrambling to stay afloat and the ...
James Argent and Gemma Collins' wedding will be 'bigger than the Beckhams'
James 'Arg' Argent has revealed that when he and on and off girlfriend Gemma Collins tie the knot it will rival David and Victoria's lavish 1999 wedding
Cummings criticism sees Church of England bishops receive death threats
One email warned: ‘Stay out of politics or we’ll kill you’.
Coronavirus Q&A: Your questions about schools and universities answered
As the government continues with plans to begin reopening schools in England on June 1, Consumer Editor Chris Choi answers your questions.
Ethereum’s Macro Bear Structure Strengthens as Analysts Eye a Massive Decline
Ethereum's poor performance against BTC has spilled over into its USD pair as well, causing it to flash some notable signs of weakness.
Some corps members serving in Ekiti to get certificate after lockdown – Coordinator
The Ekiti State Coordinator of the National Youth Service Corps, Emmanuella Okpongete, made this known on Monday in a statement by the Ekiti NYSC Public Relations Officer, Rose Onoja
#SaveDehingPatkai: Coal Mining Threatens ‘Amazon of the East’
As the nation-wide lockdown continues, so do environment, forest and wildlife clearances. The Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) recently approved a coal mining project by North-Eastern Coal Field, a subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL), in an area that forms part of an elephant reserve in upper Assam.
Joe Rogan: $100 million Spotify deal ‘feels gross’ during a time ‘when people can’t work’
Joe Rogan podcast deal with Spotify, worth $100 million, "feels gross" for the UFC color commentator, who recently became "weirdly richer."
US Air Force ends height restrictions in hopes of attracting more female pilots
Air Force officials said that aircrafts were largely built for males, and made things more challenging for female applicants.
Snowpiercer star says unaired pilot episode was 'completely different'
The show underwent extensive reshoots.
Former UNC point guard Ty Lawson calls out Roy Williams in Instagram story
Lawson recently received love from fans, being voted as the program's all-time fan-favorite point guard, but it seems like there's some love lost between him and his former coach.
We’ll make Lagos 4th Mainland Bridge a reality — Sanwo-Olu’s Aide
The governor’s aide said this during an online CovInspiration Show organised to mark the first year in office of Governor Sanwo-Olu.
Brazil turns to multilateral lenders in coronavirus crisis
BRASILIA — Brazil’s government hopes to borrow $4 billion from multilateral lending organizations to finance expenses related to the coronavirus crisis, including emergency supplementary payments and other social support programs.
Japanese baseball season to start on June 19 without fans
TOKYO — Japan’s professional baseball season will open on June 19 under a plan that excludes fans.
Why are Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield not presenting This Morning?
ITV viewers may be wondering where the hosts are as they are replaced
As edible oils pact with Malaysia, Indonesia ends, India should now hike import duties: SEA
The Solvent Extractors Association of India (SEA) also urged the government to ban the import of refined palm oils or palmolien in order to encourage domestic production.
Many mobile traders don’t follow safety rules, give headache to officials
With the lockdown in place, traders and vendors are among those who are badly hit. However, it seems they have found a new way to bounce back into business. Continue Reading →
'It's awful': Calgary homeless sleeping outdoors over fears of catching COVID-19
CALGARY — Gordon Kelter has something to fear more than not having a bed to sleep in at night — catching COVID-19.
JobKeeper to be reviewed – but Treasurer rules out expansion
The Treasurer has hinted there might be more support for the tourism sector after a $60 billion accounting error in JobKeeper payments was uncovered.
Iran’s Oil Minister: Demand for oil is ‘very vague’
The demand for oil is ‘very vague’, Iran’s Oil Minister Bijan Namdar Zangeneh said on Monday. He added that no one can predict crude prices, which are
Argos online bank holiday sales: today's best home, garden and tech deals
We're bringing you all the very best Argos online bank holiday sales, deals, discounts and much, much more.
Mum creates mini masks for tooth fairy after daughter asks about protecting her
'What if she comes to my house, and then goes to another kids house? Then that kid has MY germs too.'
Locust attacks threaten crop damage in 17 UP districts; third state to be affected
The crop-eating pests have ravaged farms in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh.
Apple iOS app updates are being re-issued for unknown reasons
Unexpected app updates on your iPhone? You’re not alone
What Sticks? Five Data-Driven Behaviors That Will Define America’s Reopening
PYMNTS has populated the current landscape with data-driven research to answer the critical question: Which consumer behaviors will stick through recovery?
Zoya brings out the emotional side of a wildlife conservationist working in the heart of India
It was in a trip as part of his college’s nature club in 2007 when filmmaker Sahirr Sethhi, 32, first visited Kanha and Bandhavgarh tiger reserves. “Not only did I learn more about tiger conservation, but also those who dedicate their lives to save the tiger,” he says.
Kobe Bryant’s 11-month-old daughter Capri takes her FIRST STEPS in heartwarming video with mom Vanessa
The 37-year-old shared the candid video to her Instagram yesterday, which saw her 11-month-old walking from her aunt to Vanessa. Clad in a sweet pink outfit, Capri received a round of applause as she took multiple steps without help and maintained her balance.
Oil jumps as coronavirus lockdowns ease, boosting hopes for demand pickup; rising Sino-US tensions likely to cap gains
Amid quiet trading, with financial centres Singapore, London and New York all closed for holidays, Brent was up 6 cents, or 0.2 percent, at $35.19 a barrel.
Rose McGowan Says She Used Predators’ Tactics To Get Her Weinstein Allegations To Journalists
Rose McGowan put a lot of work into exposing Harvey Weinstein. In a new interview with Louis Theroux on the "Grounded" podcast, the actress discusses her attempts at getting her story known. RELATED: Rose McGowan Makes Music Debut With 'Planet 9' “Honestly, it was really weird, but I started looking at how predators groomed kids…
COVID-19 Delivers Unprecedented Hit To Kiwis’ Financial Resilience
The first survey in a major new series commissioned by the Financial Services Council has revealed that COVID-19 has delivered an unprecedented hit to New Zealanders’ financial resilience and wellbeing.
View: China's crypto is all about tracing — and power
Digital yuan trials are taking place just as Covid deepens mistrust with the US.
Virtual Reserve Bank cash cut lowers rates
A virtual easing of monetary policy by the Reserve Bank – which has allowed money market rates to fall to almost half the official 0.25 per cent target – is helping lenders reduce mortgage rates to record low levels.
German economy starting to see light at end of tunnel - Ifo economist
BERLIN — The German economy is beginning to see light at the end of the tunnel after the passing of the severest phase of the lockdown imposed to slow the spread of the coronavirus epidemic, Ifo institute’s economist Klaus Wohlrabe said on Monday.
Tasty pursuits! What consumers are turning to when restaurants are shut
The demand for snack items is up, but can manufacturers keep up?
'Very weak': Labor warned over Victoria's credit status
Ratings agency Standard & Poor's is worried about post-COVID debt, deficit and public sector wage bill.
Alive Or Just Breathing: how Killswitch Engage saved metal from itself
With Alive Or Just Breathing and The End Of Heartache, Killswitch Engage buried nu metal and sparked the metalcore revolution
GBP/USD: Bad news on all fronts – Rabobank
Sterling is facing pressure on a variety of fronts. The prospect of more monetary policy stimulus, a deep recession and political uncertainty is set t
The 100 greatest UK No 1s: No 10, Marvin Gaye – I Heard It Through the Grapevine
A heady mix of loss, defiance and lust, Gaye’s only UK No 1 is a testament to the Motown singer’s captivating depth – and a glimpse of the masterwork to come
As edible oils pact with Malaysia, Indonesia ends, India should now hike import duties: SEA
The Solvent Extractors Association of India (SEA) also urged the government to ban the import of refined palm oils or palmolien in order to encourage domestic production. These are some of the short-term measures the trade body has submitted to the government for making India self-sufficient in edible oils.
Brand loyalty no more? Regional brands take larger pie in times of Covid
Local products gain market share as bigger FMCG companies struggle with supply chain issues
'It's awful': Calgary homeless sleeping outdoors over fears of catching COVID-19
CALGARY - Gordon Kelter has something to fear more than not having a bed to sleep in at night — catching COVID-19."Worried about catching it? Are you kiddin
Hong Kong Exports Tumble in April as Virus Disrupts Commerce
Hong Kong’s exports fell in April for a second straight month as lock downs imposed by the coronavirus pandemic continued to disrupt global trade and restrict travel.
Walmart - Impressive, But Not Impressive Enough
Walmart has seen specular first quarter numbers, but more so in terms of sales than actual profits. E-commerce sales grow rapidly, yet this same trend, stores d
Coronavirus crisis: All that's bad about a 'Bad Bank'
The creation of a bad bank in its present format can only provide a temporary reprieve, by enabling transfer of a large chunk of NPAs, to make the banks' balance sheet look better
Chickens Lay Eggs With Green Yolk On Indian Farm
A chicken farmer from Malappuram, India identified as Ak Shihabudheen has confirmed that some of his poultry lay eggs with green egg yolks.
Fitch sticks to AAA credit downgrade warning
Fitch Ratings has maintained its negative outlook rating on Australian government debt, despite the massively cheaper revised cost of the JobKeeper scheme.
Bajaj CT 100 BS6 and Bajaj Platina 100 BS6 are among the Affordable Bikes in the Indian Market -
Due to the lockdown people didn’t buy the bikes last month, but if you are thinking of buying a new
Stacey Solomon wakes up in full make-up after falling asleep on the sofa after ’emotional’ weekend
STACEY Solomon had a rough start to the day as she woke up in full make-up after falling asleep on the sofa. The 30-year-old sported dramatic false lashes as she filmed herself waking up with her b…
'It's awful': Calgary homeless sleeping outdoors over fears of catching COVID-19
CALGARY — Gordon Kelter has something to fear more than not having a bed to sleep in at night — catching COVID-19.
Claims poaching and fly tipping rife at Perthshire and Fife reservoirs
A fisheries manager says the coronavirus crisis has been "a nightmare" with reservoirs in Fife and Perthshire plagued with poaching, fly tipping, and anti-social behaviour during the lockdown.
Coronavirus impact: Exporters face cash crunch as buyers demand double the credit to 120 days
Trade body advises members to only export to countries which have announced stimulus
Tom Parker drops bombshell his wife Kelsey is pregnant again with second baby
Tom Parker and his wife Kelsey are expecting their second child after welcoming Aurelia 11 months ago
Survey launched over lifestyle changes amid lockdown
A survey has been launched over how people's lifestyles in the Black Country have changed over the past three months.
Delivery App Fee Caps Introduced As Restaurants Rebel
Fee caps have been introduced to protect restauranters that use a delivery app as reported by NBC. Coronavirus has hit the hospitality industry hard with
Reimbursement part of salary to change! Wi-Fi, BYOD, home office furniture allowance may be new normal
Raj N Phani, the founder of Zaggle, a payments start-up, says pay structure realignment is happening in corporate India as a response to Covid-19
Gold trades with modest losses, holds above $1722 support zone
Gold met with some fresh supply on Monday, albeit lacked any strong follow-through selling and was last seen trading with only modest losses, just bel
'Very weak': Labor warned over Victoria's credit status
Ratings agency Standard & Poor's is worried about post-COVID debt, deficit and public sector wage bill.
Embattled Jet Airways Offers Two Boeing Planes to Repatriate Indians Year After Suspending Services
The airline owes more than Rs 8,000 crore to banks. The once-storied full service carrier is undergoing insolvency process and … Embattled Jet Airways Offers Two Boeing Planes to Repatriate Indians Year After Suspending Services Read More »
A last resort to save tourist season: 'Travel bubbles' emerge as solution to Europe's summer woes
Facing the loss of a significant part of their economies, some countries in Europe are banding together to ease travel restrictions and avoid quarantines.
This Sticker Job For Just Rs. 1,500 Makes Suzuki Ertiga More Premium
We come across several modifications of cars and bikes but only a subtle few would apply and appeal to everyone and here is one such of the lot
High-spec equipment will allow Ninewells Hospital to double testing capacity
Ninewells Hospital has doubled its coronavirus testing capacity after new equipment was delivered from South Korea.
Gold Coast hotels fear $6b wipeout
The iconic Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Gold Coast hotel is one of thousands of hotels hoping interstate travel will soon be possible.
Coronavirus lockdown: India Post to home-deliver fruits in some Bihar cities
The partnership has been forged to address the woes of litchi and mango cultivators in the state due to the lockdown to contain the spread of coronavirus.
Nigeria’s GDP expands by 1.87% amid global challenges
The non-oil sector contributed 90.50% to the nation’s GDP in the first quarter of 2020, less than the 90.78% in the first quarter of 2019
Smoke covers A53 as fire crews called to rubber and plastic blaze
Firefighters had to put out a fire involving plastic and rubber in a field near a main road.
Queen's Brian May says he was 'very near death' after suffering heart attack
The Queen guitarist has revealed that he was rushed to hospital after suffering a heart attack, opening up about it on Instagram
FinTechs Help Main Street Find Its Footing
Social distancing and changes in consumer habits have SMBs investing in FinTech and embracing business model flexibility to preserve revenues.
Four ways to create more diversified and resilient portfolios
Those who use an array of strategies will be more prepared for whatever the future holds as we emerge from COVID-19
TikTok's In-App Revenue Skyrockets During Lockdowns
ByteDance Ltd.’s millennial sensation TikTok and its Chinese twin app Douyin ranked top in the world among mobile apps for April revenue, according to Sensor Tower data that excludes games and advertising.
Mastercard sees 200% jump in contactless payments, says it is healthiest option now
During the pandemic, Indians have started rethinking how to handle the cash, as many fear currency notes might be an easy vehicle in spreading the infectious disease.
ITC to acquire spices maker Sunrise Foods
The company on May 23 entered into a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire 100% of the equity share capital of Sunrise Foods Private Limited.
Huawei seeks stable supply of memory chips as US pressure grows
Huawei has asked Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix for a stable memory chip supply despite apparently mounting pressure from the US to isolate the Chinese telecommunications company.
Slump in consumption, exports push Germany into recession in Q1
A slump in capital investments, private consumption and exports pushed the German economy into a recession in the first quarter, detailed data showed on Monday, giving a glimpse of the damage caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Windows 10 May 2020 Update allows users to block Potentially Unwanted Apps
Microsoft is expected to roll out the Windows 10 May 2020 update soon. The new update comes with several features as well as improvements and introduces a
Venice Film Festival to Run as Planned
The event is slated to take place Sept. 2 to 12, despite the coronavirus pandemic's disruption.
Apple TV+ promotes its kid-friendly shows ‘Ghost Writer’, ‘Here We Are’ and others
Apple has released an advert on YouTube and other channels to promote child-friendly movies and shows on its Apple TV+ streaming service
Venice Film Festival will go ahead in September: Veneto governor
Due to the lockdowns imposed on the film industry across the world to limit the spread of the virus, the Venice Film Festival will probably be attended by fewer productions, said Luca Zaia, who is also a board member of the Biennale di Venezia.
GBP/USD: Falling this year before a very modest rebound in 2021 – HSBC
GBP is particularly vulnerable in a world driven by fiscal dynamics. The UK's status as a foreign debtor and the resurfacing of Brexit create further
QF member’s fast track-research funding program boosts Qatar’s fight against COVID-19
Research projects designed to help children with Autism learn from home, enforce quarantine measures, and safeguard the mental health of healthcare workers are among those to be supported through a new, streamlined funding call launched by Qatar National Research Fund to help Qatar combat COVID-19.
Asian shares tick up, eyes on China-US trade relations
Asian shares started cautiously on Monday as central bank largesse globally boosted sentiment but rising trade tensions between the world's two ...
Fujifilm prepares for ‘normal times’ with X-T4 launch
The X-T4 brings in many new features, including a shutter unit developed keeping in mind the demands to be fast, durable and quiet, a new algorithm and in-body image stabilisation (IBIS).
WTI consolidates the bounce above $33 mark amid intensifying US-China tensions
WTI (July futures on Nymex) is defending minor bids on the 33 level after having failed several attempts to take out stiff resistances aligned near th
Eid al-Fitr: Singaporean businessman cooks biryani for migrants amid Covid crisis
There are about 300,000 foreign labourers in Singapore, most of them from Bangladesh, China and India, and most staying in purpose-built dormitories, in rooms with bunks for 12 to 20 men.
AUD/NZD: The key 1.10 resistance looms on the horizon – Westpac
The AUD/NZD recovery is backed by Australia’s stronger external position. Economists at Westpac Institutional believes a test of the 1.10 key resistan
'Very weak': Labor warned over Victoria's credit status
Ratings agency Standard & Poor's is worried about post-COVID debt, deficit and public sector wage bill.
Travel to Queensland: Tourism operators face ruin over border closure due to coronavirus
Queensland tourism operators face ruin if they’re unable to target southern Australians for winter holidays due to borders remaining closed.
Coronavirus impact: Tata Group top rung to take 20% pay cut
Coronavirus crisis: TCS, Tata Group's most profitable company was the first to announce a pay cut for its CEO Rajesh Gopinathan. Indian Hotels said that its senior leadership would contribute a percentage of their salary this quarter to help the company
I refinanced my mortgage during COVID-19, and thanks to low interest rates I'll save about $50,000
When my wife and I bought our home about three years ago, we were thrilled to just be approved for a loan. As a newly self-employed writer, we definitely had to jump through a few hoops to buy our home despite credit scores above 800.
Boy, 12, does exactly what you should do when you're being stalked by a bear
A tension-filled video shows the moment the bear followed the young boy.
When Hrithik Roshan Took A Sly Jibe At Salman Khan: “In My Opinion Heroes Never Gloat”
The friction between Hrithik Roshan and Salman Khan in the past years is no more secret. While the two superstars may be evolved over their differences now, there was a time when they had taken sly
Dogs separated as puppies bump into each other on walk and share adorable hug
Two dogs from the same litter were separated as puppies but were randomly reunited recently and their reactions were just the sweetest
How to post a YouTube video on Instagram
YouTube is very popular and attracts billions of hours viewing every day whereas Instagram is one of the most popular social media networks. So, if you post videos on YouTube,
Australia's life expectancy stagnates, inequality widens
Growing socioeconomic and geographical inequalities are contributing to a stagnation of Australian life expectancy, new research published in Australian Population Studies shows.
Preventing infectious swine disease spread with field-based portable device
The impact of swine diseases and other livestock disease outbreaks extends beyond animal sickness and mortality in a highly interconnected world, causing major problems. Following the initial disease ...
Icon Rewind is a time machine for your phone’s app icons
Do you miss the old logos of Tinder, PayPal, Netflix, Instagram, and many other popular apps? Then Icon Rewind might just be what you're looking for.
Australian economy must come off Covid-19 ‘life support’, PM to say
SYDNEY, May 25 — Australia’s economy must not become reliant on government stimulus, Prime Minister Scott Morrison will say tomorrow, as Canberra unwinds state support and accelerates plans to spur growth. Australia has reported just over 7,100 Covid-19 infections, including 102 deaths. That is...
USD/JPY Price Analysis: Sticks to modest gains near 50-day SMA, around 107.70 region
The USD/JPY pair held on its modest daily gains through the early North American session and was last seen trading near the top end of its daily tradi
Jacqueline Jossa shares snap of ex Dan Osborne as daughter Mia, 1, snuggles up to family quilt during split
JACQUELINE Jossa hinted she misses ex Dan Osborne as she posted a picture of him with their daughter Mia on Instaggram. In the cute photo Mia, one, snuggled up to their family dog as she slept on a…
E'LAST (formerly EBOYZ) reveals debut image teaser for first member Won Hyuk
E'LAST has revealed their first individual member teaser!On May 25 KST, E Entertainment reintroduced E'LAST member Won Hyuk to the public through …
First there was JobSeeker, then JobKeeper - now it's JobMaker
Scott Morrison has signalled more federal control over skills training, accusing the states of running a system that is complex, clunky and unresponsive.
Rhumbline Advisers Increases Stock Position in Fox Corp (NASDAQ:FOX)
Rhumbline Advisers boosted its stake in shares of Fox Corp (NASDAQ:FOX) by 9.8% in the first quarter, HoldingsChannel.com reports. The fund owned 264,628 shares of the company’s stock after purchasing an additional 23,633 shares during the period. Rhumbline Advisers’ holdings in FOX were worth $6,055,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. Other […]
Mackay Shields LLC Invests $1.78 Million in Axon Enterprise Inc (NASDAQ:AAXN)
Mackay Shields LLC acquired a new position in shares of Axon Enterprise Inc (NASDAQ:AAXN) during the first quarter, Holdings Channel.com reports. The fund acquired 25,200 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $1,784,000. A number of other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently modified their holdings of AAXN. Wealth Quarterback LLC […]
Bank of Israel leaves rates unchanged, sees less economic damage in 2020
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - The Bank of Israel left its benchmark interest rate ILINR=ECI at 0.1% on Monday, saying economic damage from the coronavirus outbreak was likely to be less than initially feared.
No new Shropshire Covid-19 deaths but IT problem means cases unreported for 10 hours
No further coronavirus patient deaths have been reported in Shropshire today - but a national IT error means reports were not made for 10 hours on Sunday.
National Appeal Info – A Good News Story For The Nation
Two organists, two islands, two trucks; the challenge is on for New Zealanders to raise $200,000 in two weeks to get the wheels rolling!
AE Wealth Management LLC Raises Holdings in Axon Enterprise Inc (NASDAQ:AAXN)
AE Wealth Management LLC lifted its holdings in shares of Axon Enterprise Inc (NASDAQ:AAXN) by 8.9% during the first quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The fund owned 3,137 shares of the industrial products company’s stock after acquiring an additional 256 shares during the period. AE Wealth Management LLC’s holdings in […]
Apple serves dozens of repeat app updates on the App Store to fix recent app launch issues
After users began reporting the inability to open some apps on iOS and iPadOS last week, Apple is releasing dozens of repeat updates for apps in the App Store likely to fix certificate issues.
Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. Has $831,000 Stake in Spirit Realty Capital Inc (NYSE:SRC)
Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. raised its stake in shares of Spirit Realty Capital Inc (NYSE:SRC) by 56.5% in the first quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The fund owned 31,797 shares of the real estate investment trust’s stock after purchasing an additional 11,473 shares during the period. Oppenheimer Asset Management […]
'It's awful': Calgary homeless sleeping outdoors over fears of catching COVID-19
Gordon Kelter has something to fear more than not having a bed to sleep in at night — catching COVID-19.
Bushfire royal commission: ‘Black Summer’ not just a one-off
Australia faces even more dangerous bushfire conditions in the future, say scientists who warn the devastating 2019-20 blazes are not a one-off event.
RBI And MPC Should Junk Monetary Policy Calendar In Times Of Covid-19, Act Preemptively To Avert Crisis
The problem is not what the RBI will or will not do, but it is more to do with the timing.
Ikea introduces new shopping rules as 19 stores reopen to the public
The furnishings retailer will reopen 19 stores across England and Northern Ireland on Monday, June 1, with click & collect services alsoopeningin a phased approach
Steam China alpha leaks
Valve is seemingly getting closer to launching a localised version of Steam in China.
Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. Has $716,000 Stock Position in Texas Roadhouse Inc (NASDAQ:TXRH)
Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. lifted its position in Texas Roadhouse Inc (NASDAQ:TXRH) by 14.3% in the first quarter, Holdings Channel.com reports. The institutional investor owned 17,340 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock after purchasing an additional 2,163 shares during the period. Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc.’s holdings in Texas Roadhouse were worth $716,000 as of its […]
Breaking: Africa Top Brands: MTN, Dangote emerges most admired African brands
MTN, Dangote has emerged the most admired African brands at the 10th Brand Africa 100, Africa's Top Brands anniversary.
Dan Osborne breaks social media silence to share pictures of his kids
He and wife Jac Jossa are reported to be living apart
PM steps in on vocational education, pushing more federal control
Scott Morrison has signalled more federal control over skills training, accusing the states of running a system that is complex, clunky and unresponsive.
Struggling artists able to perform again in Nashville
As of Monday, singers are allowed to perform again in "Music City", and a country singer from Delta is among those who can take the stage again in Nashville.
6,668 Shares in AmerisourceBergen Corp. (NYSE:ABC) Acquired by ETRADE Capital Management LLC
ETRADE Capital Management LLC purchased a new stake in AmerisourceBergen Corp. (NYSE:ABC) during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor purchased 6,668 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $590,000. Other hedge funds also recently added to or reduced their stakes in […]
Want to buy car or bike for social distancing? These points will guide you
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Covid-19: FSSAI extends deadline for compliance norms for traditional sweets
In a relief for traditional sweet makers, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has decided to extend the deadline for enforcement of certain mandatory compliance norms for non-pack
Mubadala to manufacture medical supplies in UAE
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How Binge Compares To Netflix And Australia's Other Streaming Services
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ELASTIC software architecture advances urban mobility in Florence
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Japan ends coronavirus state of emergency - Foreign Affairs
Japanese president lifts state of emergency, following seven weeks of coronavirus-related restrictions.
Eamonn Holmes divides fans as he reveals microwaving bacon habit
Ruth Langsford exposed hubby Eamonn Holmes' rather unusual method of cooking bacon
This Morning viewers slam ‘irresponsible’ travel expert for revealing quarantine ‘loophole’
People arriving in the UK have to quarantine for two weeks
Bars, gyms reopen as Iceland exits emergency coronavirus alert
COPENHAGEN (Reuters) - Iceland eased its national alert against the coronavirus on Monday, allowing for public gatherings of up to 200 people and night clubs and gyms to reopen as the country nears complete recovery from the outbreak.
Six women prisoners murdered by inmates in Honduras
Six women have been killed by alleged gang members at a women's prison near the Honduran capital Tegucigalpa, the National Penitentiary Institute has said.
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The GBP/USD pair edged higher through the early North American session and was last seen trading near the top end of its daily trading range, just bel
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ETRADE Capital Management LLC reduced its holdings in Valero Energy Co. (NYSE:VLO) by 36.0% in the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 10,555 shares of the oil and gas company’s stock after selling 5,934 shares during the quarter. ETRADE Capital Management […]
Darden Restaurants (NYSE:DRI) Price Target Raised to $88.00
Darden Restaurants (NYSE:DRI) had its price objective upped by KeyCorp from $75.00 to $88.00 in a report published on Thursday morning, BenzingaRatingsTable reports. They currently have an overweight rating on the restaurant operator’s stock. Other equities research analysts have also issued reports about the stock. Goldman Sachs Group upgraded shares of Darden Restaurants from a […]
Seven more people die with coronavirus in Wales taking total to 1,274
Meanwhile, the number of cases of the virus in Wales since the outbreak began has increased by 106 to reach 13,415
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UK Reviewing Huawei Impact on its 5G Networks
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The housing market scene might soon resemble more of a hospital and less of a home but Lehigh Valley real estate agents say these measures are going to be crucial moving forward amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
ETRADE Capital Management LLC Sells 1,830 Shares of Allergan plc (NYSE:AGN)
ETRADE Capital Management LLC cut its position in shares of Allergan plc (NYSE:AGN) by 36.6% during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 3,173 shares of the company’s stock after selling 1,830 shares during the quarter. ETRADE Capital Management LLC’s […]
Scott Sumner On The Government's Response To COVID-19 And The Future Of Level Targeting
The Fed needs to be more aggressive addressing the macroeconomic problems stemming from COVID-19, and adopting a level target may be one solution. Scott Sumner
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TORONTO — Canada's main stock index started the trading week by moving higher, fuelled by gains in the financial and industrial sectors. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 94.85 points at 15,008.49. U.S.
Three more coronavirus deaths in region but IT problem means cases unreported for 10 hours
A further three coronavirus patients have been confirmed to have died in hospitals across the Black Country, Birmingham and Staffordshire.
Elderly woman in West Bengal braves Amphan for 8 hours, survives
The will to survive can make even an ordinary person stand up to life-threatening dangers and live to tell the tale. An elderly woman from West Bengal’s North 24 Paraganas district is one such person
Emmerdale denies claims that some staff won't have same safety measures on set
There had been reports of a 'revolt'.
Synchrony Financial (NYSE:SYF) Shares Sold by ETRADE Capital Management LLC
ETRADE Capital Management LLC reduced its stake in shares of Synchrony Financial (NYSE:SYF) by 20.4% during the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The firm owned 33,834 shares of the financial services provider’s stock after selling 8,693 shares during the quarter. ETRADE Capital Management LLC’s holdings […]
Germany mulls €50,000 a month for stricken firms
FRANKFURT AM MAIN, May 25 — Germany’s economy ministry today unveiled plans to ramp up support for hard-hit smaller companies, proposing as much as €50,000 (US$54,000) in monthly aid to help the nation’s vaunted “Mittelstand” survive the coronavirus crisis. The proposal, seen by AFP, is...
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India has witnessed several locust plagues and upsurges since 1812 to 1997, but there has not been any major locust upsurge since 2011.The insects are known to originate in Arabian Peninsula, and invade India via Rajasthan-Pakistan border, just before the onset of the seasonal monsoon
Egypt plans EGP 19bn investments in petrochemical projects
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ETRADE Capital Management LLC Purchases New Holdings in Docusign Inc (NASDAQ:DOCU)
ETRADE Capital Management LLC acquired a new stake in Docusign Inc (NASDAQ:DOCU) in the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor acquired 5,364 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $496,000. Several other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also added to […]
IMAGE to manage biomedical waste at exam centres
Teachers on school exam duty asked to use surgical gloves
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Refunds likely to bury retail boost from pent-up demand
For shell-shocked consumers, mass job losses and emptier social calendars mean cash will prove more alluring than unused purchases.
Australia begins wide-ranging investigation into deadly bushfires
Australia on Monday began its first hearings into the causes of catastrophic bushfires that swept across the country, killing 33 people, destroying some 2,500 homes and razing an area the size of South Korea.
Japan set to end Tokyo’s state of emergency
Japan is set to remove a coronavirus state of emergency from Tokyo and four other prefectures on Monday, allowing businesses to gradually resume.
‘F—k you’: Lance Armstrong documentary gets off to quite the start
Serial doper Lance Armstrong admits some fans will always be “p—d” with him for his Tour de France cheating. In episode one of “Lance,” the two-part ESPN documentary released Sunday,
Indigo cancels flight last minute, leaves students stranded
In the video circulated, several disgruntled passengers can be seen outside the booking counter with luggage, without any measures for social distancing being followed.
Police kill eight suspected kidnappers in Taraba
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'Japan Model' Has Beaten Coronavirus, Shinzo Abe Declares
Prime minister Shinzo Abe has declared victory for the "Japan model" of fighting coronavirus as he lifted a nationwide state of emergency after seven weeks [Editor's note: the link may be paywalled; alternative source]. From a report: Speaking at a press conference on Monday evening in Tokyo, Mr Abe...
Lion to bring 'healthy alcohol' to Australia
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Singapore Airlines reinforces commitment to NZ during COVID-19 crisis
The airline is swapping passengers for cargo.
WSSCC Names New Executive Director
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Germany's top court to rule on compensation for Volkwagen 'Dieselgate' scandal
Almost five years after Volkswagen's admission to cheating on regulatory emissions tests involving millions of cars, Germany's top court will on Monday finally rule in a battle over compensation for…
Economists See China Holding Stimulus in Check Amid Uncertainty
(Bloomberg) — Economists broke down China’s annual policy-document dump and concluded that Beijing is holding stimulus measures in reserve in case the global impact of the coronavirus pandemic worsens significantly.
New Data61 boss says businesses can turn COVID-19 to their advantage
The new boss at CSIRO's data science organisation says companies that keep investing smartly in R&D will emerge from COVID-19 stronger than more timid rivals.
DPIIT to seek nod for startup credit scheme, seed fund
Since the launch of the Startup India initiative on January 16, 2016, the DPIIT has recognised 28,979 startups as of March 1, 2020. Of these, 27,137 startups employed around 337,000 people.
Top five Tamil horror movies to watch online
These Kollywood horror films will definitely send a chill down your spine.
UNILAG centre seeks investment in housing
With housing taking a focal point in response to CoVID-19 pandemic, the Centre for Housing and Sustainable Development (CHSD), University of Lagos has advised the Federal Government to ensure investment in short-term housing.
Nationals' World Series ring features some bizarre math and a baby shark
Breaking down the team's explanation for the number of stones on its celebratory jewelry.
Atlassian has released its COVID-19 survey to the public, as it encourages other organisations to use surveys to find how workers are coping with the pandemic
Software giant Atlassian has been using an internal survey tool to help determine how employees have been feeling as they work from home during the coronavirus pandemic. The survey has helped the company see what its workers need and what it can do to support them.
Australia’s international trade took a dive in April
The ABS has released preliminary international trade data for April, which has registered solid falls in both imports and exports:
Alibaba Drops After Projecting Slowing Growth in Uncertain Times
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. slid after projecting revenue growth will slow this year, reflecting post-Covid 19 economic uncertainty at home as well as the potential for U.S.-Chinese tensions to disrupt its business.
Andrew Liveras doesn’t know what he’s up against
He’s getting some nice press though:
COVID-19: India Now Has 968 Dedicated Hospitals With Over 2,50,000 Beds
India now makes sufficient number of N95 masks and PPE through the domestic manufacturing sector.
'It’s Mother Earth’s way of telling us to take it easy': Sayani Gupta urges to find silver lining amid COVID-19 chaos
She feels that the lockdown has caused Mumbai to slow down too, a city that never sleeps.
Pakistan goes wild for blockbuster Turkish drama
ISLAMABAD, May 25 — Dubbed the Muslim Game of Thrones, a drama about the makings of the Ottoman Empire has sent Pakistan wild this Ramadan, smashing television records but exposing the country's lack of original content. The Turkish-made series has earned praise for its focus on historical...
Update: Mr Lee’s Pure Food Co’s Equity Crowdfunding Campaign Surpasses £1.8 Million During the Final Days on Seedrs
Mr Lee’s Pure Foods, a UK-based foodtech that is creating premium health noodles-in-a-cup and soon to be launched instant Congee Asian rice porridges, is now
Premier says anyone who wants a COVID-19 test will be able to get one
TORONTO — Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced Sunday that anyone in the province can get tested for COVID-19, regardless of whether they have symptoms, as cases continued to mount and officials criticized thousands of people who gathered in a Toronto
Reliance’s JioMart live across India: Important details about the Amazon, Flipkart’s rival
Currently, JioMart is available as a web version but the mobile version is expected to be available very soon. No official words from Reliance as of yet. Reliance has officially launched JioMart in the country across almost all regions.
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Food inspection agency says variety of vegan chocolate bars contains milk
OTTAWA — The Canada Food Inspection Agency has issued a warning that a brand of vegan chocolate bars actually contains milk.
Gold Price Analysis: XAU/USD down by $6 in Asia, weekly chart shows bullish trend exhaustion
Gold, a safe-haven asset, is flashing red at press time even though the growth-linked currencies like the Aussie dollar are struggling to gain altitud
This Australian founder made $25 million from the COVID-19 pandemic
Jeromy Wells, the chief executive and founder of listed cloud communication platform and workflow software company Whispir, denies COVID-19 is the best thing that has ever happened to him.
Eid Mubarak: Greetings Pour in From Political Circle as President Kovind, PM Modi Extend Wishes
"Eid Mubarak! Greetings on Eid-ul-Fitr. May this special occasion further the spirit of compassion, brotherhood and harmony. May everyone be healthy and prosperous," wrote PM Modi on Twitter.
Stoppage of ex-governors pension: nba, Iwuanyanwu, Ohanaeze back Uzodinma
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Crowdfunding projects help virus-hit businesses in Japan
Fundraisers in crowdfunding plans often provide donors with meal discount tickets and premium accommodation vouchers.
Why Target ended up a $3.6b black hole
It's a constant in Australian retail that Target and Kmart didn't fire at the same time, even before the arrival of fast fashion retailers and online shopping.
Debt of consumer discretionary firms faces a downgrade
Ratings firm Crisil has forecast that consumer discretionary services and products are expected to be worse hit by the Covid-19 disruptions.
GBP/USD: All signs are bearish for the pound
GBP/USD Monday's four-hour chart is pointing to losses for the cable, Yohay Elam, an analyst at FXStreet, reports. Commerzbank agrees with this view,
Possibilities of Forms for Molding Exposed Concrete
When choosing a surface for exposed concrete, what interferes most for the final result is the formwork used. And there is a world of possibilities.
Slump in consumption, exports push Germany into recession in Q1
BERLIN, May 25 — A slump in capital investments, private consumption and exports pushed the German economy into a recession in the first quarter, detailed data showed today, giving a glimpse of the damage caused by the coronavirus pandemic. The Federal Statistics Office said capital investments...
Beijing Opposes All US Restrictions on Chinese Airlines, Foreign Ministry Says
The statement comes in response to a report that the US Transportation Department ordered four Chinese airlines to file their schedules by 27 May. The American...
China: Fiscal stimulus to add 3.2ppt to GDP growth in 2020 – Standard Chartered
Economists at Standard Chartered Bank quantify the impact of the Chinese fiscal stimulus as the 2020 budget amounts to a fiscal stimulus of 5.2% of GD
Khloe Kardashian unveils a new face and fans are divided
The reality star is unrecognisable in a recent set of images she released on social media
Call for Government to change 'blunt' road map to reopening Ireland
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Whether To Give Up Dumpster Diving
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Melon-aires not required as Japan premium fruit prices plunge
A pair of premium Japanese melons sold Monday for just a slice of the five million yen ($46,000) reached at auction last year, as the coronavirus bites hard.
Total and Gaussin Developing World’s 1st Full Electric Aircraft Refueller Transporter
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With suitcase and bikini emojis, Spain urges tourists back from July
Spain urged foreign holidaymakers on Monday to return from July as one of Europe's strictest lockdowns eased, but tourism businesses were sceptical about salvaging the summer season. "It is perfectly coherent to plan summer vacations to come to Spain in July," Tourism Minister Reyes Maroto
EUR/USD: The global outlook points to be positive for the euro – Danske Bank
While EUR/USD briefly went above 1.10 last week, the cross ended lower on the potential for a renewed US-China skirmish and EU hashing out its interna
Nation Media Issues Profit Warning As Covid-19 Effects Eat Into Revenues
The Nation Media Group (NMG) on Friday issued a profit warning to its investors, citing reduced revenues due to the effects of Covid-19 pandemic.In a statement to shareholders, NMG chairman Wilfre
Pregnant woman on train to Delhi gets miraculous help, delivers girl child
A pregnant woman travelling to New Delhi got miraculous help from a doctor on board who came to her rescue in the last minute and aided safe delivery of the child. Fozia, the 25-year-old pregnant
JobKeeper fuels 'major hunger' for new sneakers
Young Australians flush with JobKeeper cash are leading a boom in discretionary online spending, retailers say.
VIRUS DIARY: A Memorial Day visit, altered but not stopped
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Supply disruption in China a great opportunity for India: USIBC's Nisha Biswal
The amount of new spending in the economic relief package is relatively low, about 1-2% of India’s GDP, which is far lower than the stimulus packages announced in the US and other major economies
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'Could have planned better': Ex-RBI Governor C Rangarajan rues migrant crisis due to lockdown
He feels provision for some kind of cash dispensation is necessary, saying the government could cut some other expenditures, perhaps towards administration or travel
Coronavirus cases rise to 13,418 in Delhi; Arvind Kejriwal says situation under control
Most of the coronavirus patients in Delhi are asymptomatic or have mild symptoms.Over 500 people tested positive in the national capital in last 24 hours
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When it’s all said and done, hot desking will be the least-mourned casualty of the coronavirus.
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For the quantum growth of the economy, investments in education and skilling of informal workers are key, especially because a huge share of population has very little skills
Landlords worry about COVID-19 impact on commercial properties
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WA should relax grip on pubs and restaurants to allow 100 patrons: Liza Harvey
WA Opposition Leader Liza Harvey wants WA to relax restrictions on pubs, restaurants and cafes by lifting the number of permitted patrons from 20 to 100 and abolishing the four-square-metre rule.
Texas Instruments Makes It Harder to Run Programs on its Calculators
An anonymous reader quotes Engadget: Texas Instruments' graphing calculators have a reputation as hobbyist devices given their program support, but they just lost some of their appeal. Cemetech has learned (via Linus Tech Tips) that Texas Instruments is pulling support for assembly- and C-based pro...
Virus-hit Fiji Airways cuts workforce by half
Pandemic-hit Fiji Airways fired more than half its workforce Monday, as travel restrictions put the islands' vital tourism sector in deep freeze and reduced the national carrier's revenue to "virtually ...
Suncor - Immediate Action Will Mean Stronger Returns
Suncor Energy is an incredibly well positioned Canadian oil major. The company's FFO / share is better than most oil majors. The company's financial health is q
WA should relax grip on pubs and restaurants to allow 100 patrons: Liza Harvey
WA Opposition Leader Liza Harvey wants WA to relax restrictions on pubs, restaurants and cafes by lifting the number of permitted patrons from 20 to 100 and abolishing the four-square-metre rule.
Tokyo stocks rally on hopes for economic restart amid pandemic
Tokyo stocks rebounded Monday on hopes that Japan's economy will soon restart as the government is set to lift a state of emergency in the capital declared over the coronavirus pandemic. The 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average ended up 353.49 points, or 1.73 percent, from Friday at 20,741.65. The broader Topix…
‘Revert to our agreement’ — south-east govs differ with IGP on community policing
the federal government reached an agreement with south-west governors on a legal framework for Amotekun.
How Singapore, India are contributing to a coronavirus vaccine race
Singapore has started to re-open some but limited businesses and social activities ahead of the official "circuit breaker" end date of June 1
EUR/USD: Time to buy a ticket for the 1.20 level – Nordea
It is probably too optimistic to expect both common EU debt and a widespread regulatory roll back, but it may be worthwhile buying a EUR lottery ticke
Asian stocks subdued after China imposes new law on Hong Kong
Global financial markets already struggling to deal with huge economic uncertainty
Opera Mini 50 arrives with new design, improved data saver and more
Opera is rolling out version 50 of its 'Mini' mobile browser with an improve data saver, offline file sharing feature and a new look.
Win wants Meralco to issue more transparent electric bill
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NRL 2020: NZ Warriors' Jazz Tevaga targets early return from injury
The 24-year-old believes he'll be ready to go against the Cowboys in round five.
Huawei Reportedly Issues Chip Supply Request to Samsung as It Braces for More US Pressure
Last week, US officials reportedly indicated that they may further tighten the rules that aim to cut the Chinese tech giant Huawei off from global chip sales.
We’re evaluating new food trends that gained momentum during lockdown: ITC’s Hemant Malik
Significant uptick in essentials; salience for larger-size packs
Did You Know? Joe Jonas Had To Sign An NDA On Game Of Thrones Set & The Reason Will SHOCK You!
Jonas Brothers’ vocalist Joe Jonas is expecting his first child with wife and actress Sophie Turner. Recently, the first pictures of the Game Of Thrones actress flaunting the baby bump went viral.
Deficit monetisation: Is it really as simple as RBI printing more money?
India has a comfortable foreign exchange reserves of $487 billion currently.
LendX2Go: Oppo lets you try the Find X2 series for free for 20 days
Considering of getting the Find X2 or Find X2 Pro? If you’re still on the fence, Oppo Malaysia is currently having a LendX2Go campaign where you can apply for a 20 day trial for its Find X2 series.
JobKeeper blunder may have forced up debt costs by $180m
The Morrison government may have overpaid in a bond market that was anticipating a $130 billion JobKeeper program.
WA should relax grip on pubs and restaurants to allow 100 patrons: Liza Harvey
WA Opposition Leader Liza Harvey wants WA to relax restrictions on pubs, restaurants and cafes by lifting the number of permitted patrons from 20 to 100 and abolishing the four-square-metre rule.
Nikkei rises, but Hong Kong shares slip as tensions with China heat up
Hong Kong stocks fall as demonstrators take to the streets to protest proposal by China to supercede city government’s authority.
Anupam Kher gets nostalgic as he completes 36 years in Bollywood, says 'It has been an incredible journey so far'
Versatile actor Anupam Kher has made his debut in Bollywood with the film 'Saaransh' released in the year 1984. Today as the film clocks 36 years, the
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The desert locust (Schistocerca gregaria; Gryllus gregarius) is a species of locust, a swarming short-horned grasshopper in the family Acrididae.
CEO buys ailing New Zealand media giant for one dollar
Struggling New Zealand media giant Stuff Limited was sold in a management buy-out deal for the symbolic fee of NZ$1.00 (US$0.61), the group's Australian owners Nine Entertainment announced Monday.
Possibilities of Forms for Molding Exposed Concrete
When choosing a surface for exposed concrete, what interferes most for the final result is the formwork used. And there is a world of possibilities.
US Dollar Index pushes higher and approaches 100.00
The greenback, in terms of the US Dollar Index (DXY), is extending the march north to the vicinity of the key barrier at 100.00 the figure on Monday.
What material is best for homemade masks?
A new study investigates which materials are best to use for homemade face masks | THE INDEPENDENT | A team of researchers claims to have found the best materials for homemade face masks: a combination of either cotton and chiffon or cotton and natural silk, both of which appear to effectively filter droplets and aerosols. …
Melon-aires not required as Japan premium fruit prices plunge
TOKYO, May 25 — A pair of premium Japanese melons sold today for just a slice of the ¥5 million (RM200,720) reached at auction last year, as the coronavirus bites hard. The melons from Yubari on the northern island of Hokkaido sold for a snip at ¥120,000 at the season’s first auction — 40...
Thousands without power in Western Australia after once in a decade storm
MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Wild weather downed trees and left tens of thousands of people without power in Western Australia, as emergency services began cleaning up in Perth on Monday after some of the worst weather in a decade.
Supply disruption in China a great opportunity for India: USIBC’s Nisha Biswal
While a single national market for agriculture and steps to create an efficient energy space are welcome, the prohibition on … Supply disruption in China a great opportunity for India: USIBC’s Nisha Biswal Read More »
Bynes goes back to school - Entertainment News
Amanda Bynes is focusing on her education after spending the past two months in a mental health facility.
Bigg Boss 13’s Himanshi Khurana Is Missing Boyfriend Asim Riaz To Bits; Shares A Sexy Close Picture With Her Long-Distance Lover
Bigg Boss 13’s Himanshi Khurana just recently shared a LIT monochrome picture of herself with her beau Asim Riaz and we can’t handle so much love!
Japan's small clinics driven to brink as virus-wary patients stay home
TOKYO (Reuters) - As Japan eases coronavirus curbs following its first wave of cases, many small medical clinics are scrambling to stay afloat and the doctors who run them are calling for government support as patients keep away for fear of infection.
Copper: The pace of long positions to slow down – TDS
Copper continued to benefit from surging risk appetite as speculators once again added to their long positions, strategists at TD Securities report. C
Greyscale is Buying Bitcoin At Record Rates: $29.9M Per Week, & Growing
Greyscale is thought to have purchased "2/3rd of all supply of newly minted Bitcoin" in the 100 days before May 17th.
Harry Potter fans, we have news. JK Rowling did not start writing the series in Edinburgh
For long, readers believed that Edinburgh was the place where Rowling started writing her universally famous fantasy series. Well, that does not seem to be the case.
China's pork imports in April jump 170% to record high
China, the world’s top pork consumer, imported a record 400,000 tonnes in April, up nearly 170% from a year earlier, customs data showed, as buyers took advantage of low prices to stock up on meat.
Premier digs in on rent as UK restrictions bite
The 139 Smiggle stores in Britain and Ireland remain shut because of government restrictions, and Premier is also applying its rent ban.
Over 30,000 get jobs under MGNREGS in Sambalpur
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New Balance's MTL575 Made in UK Is a Bold Nod to Harajuku
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Celebrity SAS: Viewers praise ‘honest’ Tony Bellew following his elimination
The former boxer made it to the final of the Channel 4 competition.
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Our national airline says there's still too much uncertainty to forecast earnings for the financial year that ends in a month, but says it hasn't needed to draw on the $900m loan facility offered by the taxpayer yet
Our national airline says there's still too much uncertainty to forecast earnings for the financial year that ends in a month, but says it hasn't needed to draw on the $900m loan facility offered by the taxpayer yet
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The telco had to consider more than just sensors, which ended up being a lesson in how to communicate security to all stakeholders.
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Lake Burley Griffin gets $3 million in improvements
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Consumers are spending more money, but economists warn Australia could fall off a financial cliff in September without more stimulus measures.
CUNY teachers face ax as $115M in coronavirus budget cuts loom
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Return of co-founder as executive chairman comes with greater focus on balance sheet
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What options are available for ethical investing?
Shariah-compliant funds and ESG investment products are among the choices available to you.
Celebrity SAS: Viewers praise ‘honest’ Tony Bellew following his elimination
The former boxer made it to the final of the Channel 4 competition.
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Central bank asset purchases creating ‘fake markets’, analyst warns
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Treasury says the economy is back to normal.
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Oil’s recovery from its historic crash last month is barreling ahead, with some OPEC producers displaying signs of confidence that the market is stabilizing.
Bharti to sell 2.75% stake in Airtel for $1bn, reduce debt
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Covid-19 to dent M&R earnings ‘more than 20%’
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Renewable electricity suppliers gaining ground
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Air Canada CEO Calin Rovinescu was on track to receive around $12.9 million in total compensation last year, but the value fell by more than half as the airline's shares stalled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Interpublic Group of Companies Inc (NYSE:IPG) Shares Purchased by Swiss National Bank
Swiss National Bank raised its holdings in Interpublic Group of Companies Inc (NYSE:IPG) by 23.2% in the 1st quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 1,504,918 shares of the business services provider’s stock after buying an additional 283,800 shares during the quarter. Swiss National […]
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Indian consumers are willing to pay a premium to get hygienic and nutritional daily essentials, prompting exporters of horticulture produce to draw strategies for the domestic market.
Cetera Advisors LLC Sells 2,568 Shares of Marathon Oil Co. (NYSE:MRO)
Cetera Advisors LLC lowered its stake in shares of Marathon Oil Co. (NYSE:MRO) by 16.5% during the first quarter, HoldingsChannel reports. The fund owned 13,013 shares of the oil and gas producer’s stock after selling 2,568 shares during the quarter. Cetera Advisors LLC’s holdings in Marathon Oil were worth $43,000 as of its most recent […]
Investigation into Langar fire to 'continue' as fire crews leave the scene after four days
The service have handed over the site back to the owner
You can try crowdfunded space sim 'Star Citizen' for free right now
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ETRADE Capital Management LLC Sells 2,520 Shares of Ball Co. (NYSE:BLL)
ETRADE Capital Management LLC decreased its position in Ball Co. (NYSE:BLL) by 27.1% during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The fund owned 6,796 shares of the industrial products company’s stock after selling 2,520 shares during the period. ETRADE Capital Management LLC’s holdings in Ball were worth $439,000 as […]
Dominic Cummings to make public statement amid lockdown furore
Dominic Cummings is expected to make a public statement later amid growing calls for the prime minister’s most senior adviser to resign for travelling during lockdown. Boris Johnson is also facing
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Apex Legends datamine suggests full-fledged Titanfall crossover event
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Swarms of locusts entered some residential areas of the city on Monday, presenting the local people with an unusual sight. Locusts normally affect districts in western Rajasthan but this time the swarms have travelled as far as Jaipur city. The swarms later headed towards the Dausa district.
Venice Film Festival CONFIRMED For September Despite The COVID-19 Scare
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No Drugs, Priyanka’s Stupefying Pic Is Enough
Alongside the sensuous beauty of the pics, the humourous side of the international Indian actress
Study decodes the complex autotetraploid cultivated alfalfa genome
Improvement of cultivated alfalfa (Medicago sativa), a perennial herbaceous legume and one of the most important forage crops, might be accelerated if agronomically beneficial mutations could be easily ...
Hero Cork man saves 12-year-old boy stranded at sea
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Pattie Lovett-Reid: Let the commercial rent relief applications begin...we hope
The past weekend has to have a been a tough one for small businesses waiting to hear whether or not their landlord is going to apply to the federal government for the Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance program. CTV News' Chief Financial Commentator Pattie Lovett-Reid breaks down what they can expect.
Bengaluru: Operation of BMTC buses to be increased to 3,500; new bus fares start from Rs 5
Apparently to make up for the losses it had suffered during the lockdown, the BMTC had stopped selling the bus tickets from one destination to another and sold only the bus passes of ₹70 each, which people had opposed. The move comes days after BMTC faced flak for forcing travellers to buy daily passes worth Rs 70 for
Pick Your Bias And Selective Data Will Support
Different investment horizons favor different inputs. There currently appears to be a tug of war between the inputs that please bulls and bears. I expect prior
Cetera Advisor Networks LLC Purchases 1,000 Shares of GMS Inc (NYSE:GMS)
Cetera Advisor Networks LLC grew its position in GMS Inc (NYSE:GMS) by 4.3% in the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 24,090 shares of the company’s stock after acquiring an additional 1,000 shares during the period. Cetera Advisor Networks […]
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Sun rises for ITC's aggressive acquisitions
ITC's acquisition of Sunrise is its biggest deal in the past two decades and shows company's readiness for inorganic growth to meet the turnover target of Rs 1 lakh crore for its non-cigarettes FMCG business by 2030
Wage subsidy scheme pays out more than a billion euro
The amount of money paid out under the coronavirus wage subsidy scheme has surpassed 1.1 billion euro, a senior civil servant has said.
Thousands without power in Western Australia after once in a decade storm
Emergency services began cleaning up in Perth on Monday as wild weather downed trees and left around 50,000 citizens without power
Natural Gas Bounce - As Expected
A higher low in the energy commodity. The signs of falling production continue. Trading from the long side in natural gas. Why UGAZ is a far better instrument t
Two million students back in classrooms in sign life edging towards a new normal
Almost two million students returned to classrooms across NSW and Queensland on Monday in the latest sign life is edging towards a new normal under the Almost two million students returned to classrooms across NSW and Queensland on Monday in the latest sign life is edging towards a new normal under the shadow of coronavirus.
Archaeologists Uncover 1700-Year-Old Board Game
The game was found in an Early Iron Age grave cairn at Ytre Fosse, in Western Norway.
Lockdown breacher's epic rant to police as she 'didn't realise Wales wasn't in England'
A mum, believed to be from the West Midlands, called Welsh people "b*******" when she uploaded the clip of her confrontation with the authorities on Gwynedd beach on Wednesday
With State of Emergency Lifted, Japan Begins Gradual Reopening
Retailers in Tokyo began opening their doors last week, but some will continue to wait.
This Morning: Ruth Langsford confronted supermarket shopper who broke lockdown guidance
Ruth Langsford confronted a fellow shopper in a supermarket after they failed to social distance properly. Appearing on This Morning with her husband Eamonn Holmes, Langsford described how a man
Reality star James ‘Arg’ Argent reveals he overdosed twice during cocaine battle
The TV star said he got clean after spending Christmas alone.
COVID-19: Qatar reports 3 more deaths, 1,751 new cases
Death toll has risen to 26 as total cases reach 45,439
Reality star James ‘Arg’ Argent reveals he overdosed twice during cocaine battle
The TV star said he got clean after spending Christmas alone.
Buying an electric car: what you need to know
Electrification is a hot topic at the moment, but how do you go about buying one and what do you need to know?
Russia's Aeroflot reports 95% passenger drop in April 2020
Aeroflot Group expects to gradually increase the number of flights across Russia in June 2020
What To Do When Your Employer Cuts Your 401k Matching
Even many Americans that still have jobs are seeing pay and benefit cuts. 401k matching is often one of the first things on the chopping block. If your employer
2020 fall BC Beer Awards cancelled
BC Beer Awards organizers have announced they will be cancelling its annual festival.
Does MRI have an environmental impact?
Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have surveyed the amount of gadolinium found in river water in Tokyo. Gadolinium is contained in contrast agents given to patients undergoing medical magnetic ...
Reality star James ‘Arg’ Argent reveals he overdosed twice during cocaine battle
Reality star James “Arg” Argent has revealed he is a drug addict and overdosed twice last year.
Sharon Osbourne claims that her brother 'fat-shamed' her – and hasn’t spoken to him in 13 years!
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Seagrasses will benefit from global change
Researchers show that seagrasses will benefit from increases in the temperature and CO2 in the oceans because their capacity to acquire nitrogen will be enhanced, not limiting their growth.
Coronavirus: Dundee skip sites to re-open under strict controls
Riverside and Baldovie recycling centres in Dundee will re-open to the public on a restricted basis from next Monday.
Swiss National Bank Boosts Stake in Teladoc Health Inc (NYSE:TDOC)
Swiss National Bank lifted its stake in shares of Teladoc Health Inc (NYSE:TDOC) by 1.8% in the first quarter, HoldingsChannel.com reports. The fund owned 133,400 shares of the health services provider’s stock after acquiring an additional 2,400 shares during the quarter. Swiss National Bank’s holdings in Teladoc Health were worth $20,678,000 at the end of […]
Delhi sees season's highest power demand on Sunday
Tata Power Delhi Distribution said it met the peak power demand of 1493 MW on Sunday night.
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It’s an increasingly viable option for companies anxious about sourcing from China.
Japan cautiously lifts last of virus emergency controls
The government’s decision to lift the declaration highlights its strong desire to revive the nation’s faltering economy as quickly as possible.
Surgutneftegas: Now It Looks A Bit Less Crazy In This Crazy Market
Unlike many other Russian O&G companies, Surgutneftegas decided to cut its dividends. Earlier, the company's earnings for 2019 crashed by 8 times. From this per
ETRADE Capital Management LLC Has $597,000 Holdings in Lithia Motors Inc (NYSE:LAD)
ETRADE Capital Management LLC increased its position in shares of Lithia Motors Inc (NYSE:LAD) by 10.8% during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 7,294 shares of the company’s stock after purchasing an additional 708 shares during the period. ETRADE Capital […]
Flash Australia PMI Signals A Further Slump In Business Activity During May
Flash Australia PMI at 26.4, signalling another steep decline in business activity. Slumping demand accompanies the fall in output. Job losses continue at marke
True face of King Henry VII brought to life through digital reconstruction
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After adjusting for fair value adjustments, profit on sale of investment, dividend and provisioning, the adjusted profit before tax for the quarter ended March 31, 2020 is, Rs 3,535 crore
Singaporean cooks up Eid feast for migrant workers in lockdown
As Muslims around the world celebrate Eid al-Fitr to mark the end of the fasting month, thousands of migrant workers in Singapore have had to spend the holiday in quarantine because of outbreaks of the novel coronavirus in their dormitories.
Lockdown: Audiences willing to return to cinemas provided safety protocols in place, says survey
Ormax Media released a survey on expected movie-going patterns in India once restrictions are lifted.
‘Genuine danger’ Covid-19 could spread again as lockdown lifted – Sturgeon
The First Minister was joined at the daily briefing by Health Secretary Jeane Freeman and interim chief medical officer Dr Gregor Smith.
AUD/USD pares early losses, registers modest gains near 0.6550
The AUD/USD pair started the week with a small bearish gap but didn't have a hard time erasing its losses with the risk-on environment helping the AUD
Invesco Ltd. (NYSE:IVZ) Position Boosted by AE Wealth Management LLC
AE Wealth Management LLC increased its holdings in Invesco Ltd. (NYSE:IVZ) by 17.3% in the first quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 25,084 shares of the asset manager’s stock after buying an additional 3,696 shares during the quarter. AE Wealth Management LLC’s […]
India Enters Covid Top-10; What Should Spook Us Is Not Headline Number, But Staying Ahead Of Curve
The rising numbers should not matter too much.
Building bricks from plastic waste
Revolutionary 'green' types of bricks and construction materials could be made from recycled PVC, waste plant fibers or sand with the help of a remarkable new kind of rubber polymer discovered by Australian ...
UK’s NatWest Reports Significant Increase in Local Businesses Accepting Payment Cards, as they Move Away from Cash Due to COVID-19
Consumers across the globe continue to increasingly use digital payments options instead of physical cash, due to COVID-19. NatWest claims that it has witnes
Reverse migration to villages has set economy back by 15 years, says JNU professor
India risks losing benefits of the demographic dividend by not creating enough jobs for new entrants, warns Professor Mehrotra.
Coronavirus: Pamis offers ‘digital passports’ to help disabled people communicate during lockdown
A equality charity has encouraged families to create a "digital passport" that could help disabled people communicate during lockdown.
Merger Arbitrage Analysis And Spread Performance - May 24, 2020
ForeScout Technologies declines following the accusation of a MAE and subsequent legal action. COVID-19 forces investors to reanalyse merger arbitrage risks. Av
Albemarle Co. (NYSE:ALB) Shares Acquired by Swiss National Bank
Swiss National Bank grew its holdings in Albemarle Co. (NYSE:ALB) by 23.2% during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 411,607 shares of the specialty chemicals company’s stock after acquiring an additional 77,400 shares during the period. Swiss National Bank owned about 0.39% […]
3 Stocks to Buy and Hold for Decades
Great businesses can allow you to compound your wealth over the decades.
Bitcoin Risks Falling to $8K Ahead of June Due to These Technical Factors
Bitcoin was trading in positive territory this Monday after closing its last week in severe losses.
India faces worst locust swarm attack in decades: What does it mean for agri economy?
So far, locusts have been controlled in more than 14,000 hectares of land in Rajasthan and Punjab, says Narendra Singh Tomar, Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
Cetera Advisor Networks LLC Decreases Stock Position in Newmont Goldcorp Corp (NYSE:NEM)
Cetera Advisor Networks LLC lessened its stake in shares of Newmont Goldcorp Corp (NYSE:NEM) by 37.3% during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The firm owned 8,034 shares of the basic materials company’s stock after selling 4,773 shares during the period. Cetera Advisor Networks LLC’s holdings in Newmont […]
How drones can monitor explosive volcanoes
Due to the difficult accessibility and the high risk of collapse or explosion, the imaging of active volcanoes has so far been a great challenge in volcanology. Researchers around Edgar Zorn from the ...
AE Wealth Management LLC Boosts Stock Position in Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ:SNPS)
AE Wealth Management LLC raised its stake in Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ:SNPS) by 14.7% during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 1,785 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock after purchasing an additional 229 shares during the period. AE Wealth Management LLC’s holdings in […]
Under what conditions can you meet family in lockdown?
Just what are the current rules?
Amid Rashami Desai's Exit From Naagin 4, Ekta Kapoor Replies To Fans Wanting To See The Bigg Boss 13 Contestant In A Big Project
Rashami Desai's fans wanted to know when they would see her in the next big project. Rashami directed the question to Ekta Kapoor, who has now answered the question. It's sure to make your day!
MCX will now allow crude oil trading in negative, exchange releases API to record prices below zero
A month after settling the crude oil contracts in the negative, India’s largest commodity derivative segment, MCX, has released a new application programming interface which will facilitate a negative price on its software.
Reliance Industries’ Online Grocery Service JioMart Goes Live In 200 Towns Across India
Reliance Industries limited has now officially launched its online grocery service, JioMart, across the nation after running pilot programme in Maharashtra’s Navi Mumbai, Thane, and Kalyan, reports India TV News.
Trade setup: No consensus on Nifty direction; 50DMA remains key hurdle
This makes the market more vulnerable on the higher side.
ETRADE Capital Management LLC Raises Stake in American Express (NYSE:AXP)
ETRADE Capital Management LLC increased its stake in shares of American Express (NYSE:AXP) by 9.4% in the first quarter, HoldingsChannel.com reports. The institutional investor owned 7,015 shares of the payment services company’s stock after buying an additional 603 shares during the quarter. ETRADE Capital Management LLC’s holdings in American Express were worth $600,000 as of […]
Tokyo stocks open higher on virus hopes
Tokyo stocks opened higher on Monday on expectations the state of emergency will be lifted for the whole nation including economic powerhouse Tokyo.
Aldi now sell over 75 new Irish products as part of Grow with Aldi Programme
45 of Ireland’s most innovative Irish food and drink producers have won a new contract to supply Aldi’s 142 stores through its Grow with Aldi Supplier...
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The First Minister was joined at the daily briefing by Health Secretary Jeane Freeman and interim chief medical officer Dr Gregor Smith.
Mackay Shields LLC Cuts Stake in Jack Henry & Associates, Inc. (NASDAQ:JKHY)
Mackay Shields LLC lowered its position in shares of Jack Henry & Associates, Inc. (NASDAQ:JKHY) by 0.5% in the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The fund owned 11,985 shares of the technology company’s stock after selling 58 shares during the quarter. Mackay Shields LLC’s holdings […]
Time to take economy out of intensive care: PM
Scott Morrison will appeal to a "new sense of common purpose", with $1.5 billion in federal funding to the states as leverage, to deliver an economic recovery he envisages will take between three and five years.
Increase in area of kuruvai cultivation expected
The Agriculture Department anticipates an increase of over 5,000 hectares (ha) in the total area of kuruvai cultivation in Thanjavur district this year.Last year, the shutters of Stanley Reservoir wer
New payment to support Kiwis through Covid-19
The Government today announced a new temporary payment to support New Zealanders who lose their jobs due to the global COVID-19 pandemic to adjust and find new employment or retrain.
Gold prices slip on rising dollar, equities; renewed Sino-US trade tensions restrict losses, silver falls 0.7%
Spot gold was down 0.3 percent at $1,729.05 per ounce. US gold futures fell 0.4 percent to $1,729.40.
FDA relaxes food labeling regulations for pandemic
Food manufacturers will be permitted to substitute ingredients in products without changing the labels. The FDA posted a “temporary flexibility policy” permitting inaccurate labels, cla…
Report: Billionaires Have Made $434 Billion During Coronavirus Pandemic
According to a recent report, American billionaires have enjoyed a huge boost in net worth in the first two months of the Chinese virus pandemic, earning around $434 billion since March 19, when many states went into lockdown.
Twilio: Coronavirus Accelerating Positive Trends, Downside Ahead
TWLO blew out Q1 expectations, as the coronavirus did the opposite of what people expected and accelerated its business. If you think about it, this is pretty i
2020 Will be Remembered as the Year Sky Finally Got Some HDR
The elite-level of Sky TV subscription over-payers will forever remember May 27th, 2020, as that's the day high dynamic range content is finally set to appear on some Sky TV set-top boxes.
Grayson Perry is keen to do Strictly with Oti but says he 'won't wear a dress'
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1,396 Shares in Mercadolibre Inc (NASDAQ:MELI) Purchased by Fiera Capital Corp
Fiera Capital Corp acquired a new stake in Mercadolibre Inc (NASDAQ:MELI) in the 1st quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund acquired 1,396 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $682,000. A number of other hedge funds also recently modified their holdings of the […]
44Tbps is officially the world's fastest internet speed
Researchers record fastest internet speed ever using a micro-comb.
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE:WSM) Shares Purchased by First Trust Advisors LP
First Trust Advisors LP lifted its holdings in Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE:WSM) by 46.5% during the first quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 117,633 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock after acquiring an additional 37,327 shares during the quarter. First Trust Advisors LP owned 0.15% […]
Swiss National Bank Acquires 69,600 Shares of Wynn Resorts, Limited (NASDAQ:WYNN)
Swiss National Bank increased its holdings in shares of Wynn Resorts, Limited (NASDAQ:WYNN) by 22.8% during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 374,875 shares of the casino operator’s stock after purchasing an additional 69,600 shares during the period. Swiss National Bank owned […]
SeaChange Warns Of An Abysmal Q1 As Customers Continue To Delay Purchase Decisions
Discussing recent Q1/FY2021 earnings warning. Customers continue to delay purchase decisions, resulting in an at least 55% sequential revenue decrease with like
EUR/JPY bounces off lows near 117.00
The now better tone in the single currency is giving EUR/JPY extra wings, pushing it above the key 117.00 mark at the beginning of the week. EUR/JPY f
Gold Price Analysis: Trades with modest losses, downside seems limited
Gold traded with a mild negative bias through the mid-European session amid the prevalent risk-on mood, albeit has managed to defend the $1722 horizon
Thousands without power in Western Australia after once-in-a-decade storm
MELBOURNE: Wild weather downed trees and left tens of thousands of people without power in Western Australia, as emergency services began cleaning ...
‘Wits Signed A Broken Player’
After spending almost an entire season on the sidelines at SuperSport United, Cole Alexander has found a new lease on life at Bidvest Wits. The midfielder opened up on his rejuvenation at the Clever Boys.
The Week Ahead
The economic calendar is light. With shutdowns easing in May, April data is too dated to be of much interest to investors. The preliminary May PMIs last week of
Buying an electric car: what you need to know
Electrification is a hot topic at the moment, but how do you go about buying one and what do you need to know?
Monday’s small-cap stocks to watch
Our roundup of Canadian small-caps of between $100-million and $2.5-billion in market capitalization making news and on the move today
Gogglebox viewers shocked as Jenny moves out of Lee's caravan
The revelation was made on the Channel 4 programme
Seniors fitness trainer moves online as face-to-face demand disappears
An online keep-fit class aims to put fitness and friendship first for seniors across the region.
Compression
Risk assets are compressing to Treasuries. Part of this has been the Fear Factor as coronavirus pushed Treasury prices higher as a run towards the safest of hav
Beak-a-boo! First white stork chicks born in Britain for 600 years peer out of their nest for first time in historic sighting
Pictures show the moment a parent arrives at its nest at Knepp Castle near Horsham, West Sussex - with the chicks - born earlier this month thanks to the White Stork Project - clearly visible.
Jacqueline Jossa drops clue she wants Dan back as both share kids' snaps at same time
Jacqueline Jossa has shared her latest hint she wants Dan back while she takes time away from him
No vaccine before end of year, claims Birmingham health chief
People should not expect a coronavirus vaccine to be found until the end of the calendar year "at the absolute earliest", Birmingham's director of public health has said.
Memory-Lane Monday: Did they say anything about an offer you couldn’t refuse?
But they certainly clarified exactly what they wanted.
Brave woman who feared she'd never find love after being paralysed tragically dies after dream wedding
Her husband Kevin has described the happiest two years of their lives before her death
There's Already a Jailbreak Tool for Apple's Latest Version of iOS
That certainly was quick.
Japan will aim to shore up travel demand from late July
The government will carry out support measures to shore up demand in the travel and restaurant industries hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, starting la
Suzuki has launched the 2020 GSX-R125 in Japan
Suzuki GSX-R125 has been launched in Japan at a price of 393,800 yen which is roughly Rs 2.77 lakh.
Blow to Bitcoin as Latest BofA Survey Finds Loopholes in “Bear Market Rally”
Bitcoin's breakneck bounce off its March 13 lows transformed into a full-fledged rally, eking up to 161.25 percent gains in just two months. But the cryptocurre
Nasdaq to Consolidate European CSD Business
Nasdaq, an exchange operator, will be consolidating its central securities depository business in Europe, by merging Nasdaq CSD Iceland with Nasdaq CSD SE.
Moody's revises outlook on Adani Abbot Point Terminal's rating to stable
AAPT is part of an obligor group that has economic ownership of the Abbot Point Coal Terminal in North Queensland under a 99-year lease with the state-owned lessor
How Redis scratched an itch — and changed databases forever
For decades we were hamstrung by the belief the database was a ‘solved’ problem, until open source developers opened our eyes
Perth and Kinross recycling centres set to reopen next week with distancing measures in place
Recycling centres across Perth and Kinross are being prepared for reopening from June 1 for domestic waste.
'Once-in-a-decade-type' storm lashes 1,200 kms of Western Australia's coast
Tens of thousands of homes and businesses lost power, buildings were battered and trees were uprooted as a vast stretch of the west Australian coast was whipped by a severe storm today for the second straight day.
Government inquiry warns Australia bushfires not a ‘one-off event’
An inquiry into Australia's recent bushfires that scorched an area larger than most nations and displaced thousands opened Monday
In the Afternoon: Cloudy With Short-Term Precipitations
Today before noon over most of the country will be sunny with temporary increases in cloudiness over the eastern and southern regions. In the afternoon there will be cumulus and cumulonimbus clouds and in some places there will be short-term precipitations with thunder.
German business expectations pick up as lockdown is lifted
Monthly survey finds improving outlook despite pessimism over current effect of pandemic
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Japan, with about 16,600 confirmed cases and about 850 deaths, has so far avoided a large outbreak like those experienced in the US and the Europe despite its softer restrictions.
Yorked with Daren Ganga: 'Mankading' must be used to keep players from trying to gain unfair advantage
Former West Indies opener Daren Ganga suggested why Test cricket shouldn't be pruned to four days, reveals his love for Kishore Kumar and a lot more in the latest in our video series, Yorked.
1st deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance
People who lose workplace insurance generally have 60 days from when their coverage ended to apply for an ACA plan.
Manufacturing of PPE, N95 mask ramped up; ensuring quality: Health ministry
The statement comes following some new reports expressing concern about the quality of personal protective equipment (PPE) coverall
1st deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance
People who lose workplace insurance generally have 60 days from when their coverage ended to apply for an ACA plan.
How the Sunrise Foods buy spices up business for ITC
The move strengthens the tobacco major’s push towards non-cigarette FMCG business
Theta Fuel (TFUEL) Records 630% Weekly Gains As Binance To Support Theta Mainnet 2.0 Launch
The leading cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and users, Binance, will support the upcoming launch of Theta mainnet 2.0 on May 27th. With the
This new iOS jailbreak tool can unlock even the latest iPhones
Hacking group Unc0ver has published a new tool that can jailbreak any iPhone running iOS 11 onwards.
Pandemic Dining: Temperature Checks, Time Limits, and Dividers
The experience of eating out in Hong Kong illustrates what it’s like to visit a restaurant right now.
Mike Tindall reveals daughter Mia spends the morning doing schoolwork and afternoons playing sports and riding as he opens up about family life in lockdown on Princess Anne's estate
Mike Tindall, 41, who shares six-year-old Mia and Lena, one, with Zara Tindall, 39, told Hello! about family life on Princess Anne's Gloucestershire estate.
Instagram Rival Snapchat Grows by 120% In India, Focuses on 'Culturally Relevant' Products
New Delhi (Sputnik): India, with its huge population of millennials, makes for the largest market of several mobile applications including WhatsApp and TikTok among...
TV Licence Charges for the Over-75s Back on for August
The introduction of paid TV licences for older folk who used to get access to the BBC for nothing is back on, with the broadcaster's director general saying the brown-letter demands may start hitting the tidy door mats of the nation's most senior citizens this August.
Dog called Guardian refused to leave sister after she was killed on road
But there was a happy ending for the puppy, who has now been adopted.
Coronavirus: Impoverished Indian migrant couple try to sell their two-month-old, amid lockdown
COVID-19 India: Tweeps say poverty in lockdown forced the couple to take the drastic step
The future classics to buy now
Special vehicles are likely to be in demand for years to come.
Centre debunks reports claiming low quality of PPEs
It also said that India has significantly ramped up its domestic production capacity of PPEs and N95 masks.
Southbank Centre at risk of closure until April 2021 due to financial pressure
The arts organisation has called for further Government support.
Is Email the Future of Journalism?
With the industry in free fall, new models are emerging.
TV Clip of Kids Lauding Nicola Sturgeon Removed After Comparisons to 'North Korea Propaganda'
Last week, Nicola Sturgeon announced that Scotland’s lockdown restrictions may be slightly relaxed as of next Thursday. Earlier in May, the Scottish First Minister...
Bitcoin Cash Cryptocurrency Does “Not Look Healthy” After April Halving: Analyst
Just over a month prior to the Bitcoin (BTC) block reward halving on May 11th, forked cryptocurrency Bitcoin Cash (BCH) experienced its first-ever
How Germany contained the coronavirus
In addition to a properly funded health system, technological edge and decisive leadership, public trust played a key role.
Princess Eugenie thanks artists whose uplifting work has been shown on Times Square billboards to encourage 'solidarity' during the coronavirus crisis
Princess Eugenie, 30, took to Instagram and re-shared American artist Hank Willis Thomas's post thanking global artists for bringing messages of public safety to Times Square.
Tesla Cybertruck is keeping its massive size; now it’s an even better rival to flagship pickups and SUVs
After a significant degree of consideration, CEO Elon Musk has noted that the Tesla Cybertruck will likely be keeping its original physical size. This means that the all-electric pickup will be just as massive and daunting as the prototype that shocked the automotive industry in its unveiling late last year. Musk’s comments came as a […]
Southbank Centre at risk of closure until April 2021 due to financial pressure
The arts organisation has called for further Government support.
NCDEX launches agriculture index futures, trading to start on Tuesday
Agridex represents produce grown in India and is not linked to any external benchmark; it will be available initially for trading of contracts expiring in June, July, September and December
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.
'Indians soar in the skies again,' tweets aviation minister Hardeep Singh Puri
All health protocols were being followed by officials for both the arriving as well as departing air passengers.International commercial passenger flight services remain suspended in India
Suspect arrested after man killed in Ayrshire ‘shooting’
A SUSPECT has been arrested after a man was killed in an alleged Ardrossan shooting. Paul Cairns, 42, died after the alleged firearms incident in the Ayrshire town yesterday. Armed cops and a force…
James Argent's cocaine shame: Christmas Day kebab alone as he hit rock bottom
The 32-year-old TOWIE star has come clean about his seven year cocaine addiction and the two near fatal overdoes he suffered last year
Fani-Kayode’s wife, Precious and their triplets celebrate birthday
The wife of PDP Chieftain Femi Fani-Kayode, Precious, and their triplets are celebrating their birthday today. Precious who turns 31 and her triplet boys, 2 decided to go for a Pirate-themed photo shoot and the shots
There’s a 77% Chance Bitcoin Trades Above $9,200 This Week: Market Study
Bitcoin may still be up 135% from March's lows, but the cryptocurrency's technical outlook is far from bearish.
With 22% returns so far in 2020, Gold ETFs could help you polish your portfolio even in trying times
Gold has no doubt been the uncontested Student of the year in 2019 with a shining return of 24% annualised which renders financial assets pale in comparison.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.
100 High Yielders Down Big: These 4 Are Worth Considering
While the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 nears all-time highs, select big dividend stocks remain attractively priced. This report shares data on over 100 high yield stoc
The Reason Target Has Those Giant Red Concrete Spheres Outside
The giant red spheres, a.k.a. bollards, outside Target's stores do help reinforce the brand's red bullseye logo, but they’re mainly there to keep shoppers safe.
Oil steadies as demand uncertainty tempers supply cuts
Brent had eased by 5 cents, or 0.14 per cent to $35.08 a barrel by 1014 GMT
New payment to support Kiwis through COVID
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'It's kind of glum': US farmers worry as crop prices dip
Dave Burrier steered his tractor through a field, following a GPS map as he tried to plant as much corn as possible amid the yellow and green rye covering the ground.
Four strategies for rapid innovation during a crisis
The Covid-19 crisis has induced a sense of urgency for product innovations. As a vaccine or drug for the disease remains many months away, there is a surge in demand for ventilators, testing kits, pro
Australia begins wide-ranging enquiry into deadly bushfires
Australia on Monday began the first hearings of a powerful inquiry into the causes of catastrophic bushfires that swept across the country, ...
Coronavirus: Impact of easing restrictions in the Republic 'to become clear this week'
The Minister for Health said it will become clear later this week whether the easing of restrictions has led to more cases of Covid-19 in the Republic.
China Defends Tariffs on Australia Barley’s as Relations Sour
China was “prudent” and “restrained” in its use of trade remedy measures according to the nation’s commerce minister, who defended the recent decision to impose anti-dumping duties on Australian barley as being based on evidence.
1st deadlines approach for laid-off workers to get health insurance
The nonpartisan Kaiser Family Foundation estimates that nearly 27 million workers and family members had lost job-based health coverage as of the start of this month.
Australia begins wide-ranging enquiry into deadly bushfires
Fuelled by three years of drought, which experts have attributed to climate change, hundreds of fires, some massive in size, burned across Australia's east coast for months before finally being extinguished in February.
Coronavirus Outbreak: Japanese baseball season to commence from 19 June with matches to be played behind closed doors
Japan’s professional baseball season will open on 19 June under a plan that excludes fans.
Archaeologists Uncover 1700-Year-Old Board Game
A team from the University Museum of Bergen excavatd a site in Norway last month, and among the pots and glass they found there was also something a lot cooler: the remains of a board game dating back 1700 years....
MediaWorks announces 130 job losses
MediaWorks has announced that 130 staff are being redundant in its radio and sales teams.
What Investors Can Learn From Sears And J. C. Penney
History often does repeat itself. Being innovative matters now more than ever as America reopens. The J. C. Penney and Sears experiences can inform investors lo
Structure Fire Near the Santa Barbara Airport
The Santa Barbara County Fire Department responded to a structure fire near the Santa Barbara Airport early Monday morning.
Dollar General: Hoping That Nothing Has Changed
Dollar General is about to report earnings for the second time since the COVID-19 crisis hit the United States. The retailer should benefit from both the stockp
Global stock markets confused as US and China spar, bring trade-tension to the forefront again
Asian stocks began the week in mixed fashion as traders weighed more signs of economies reopening around the world against the rise in U.S.-China tensions.
635 New Cases of Corona in Delhi, Total Patients are more than 14 Thousand -
Corona cases have increased to 14053 in Delhi, in the last 24 hours 635 new cases have been reported, while
2 Social Security Moves That Can Protect Your Retirement From Future Benefit Cuts
Social Security cuts may be on the horizon, but you can still safeguard your retirement.
Indonesia looks to domestic innovations to tackle COVID-19
Indonesia is striving to tackle the COVID-19 outbreak with domestically produced innovations, but researchers say the government may face roadblocks in the mass production of such products because of the absence of pro-innovation policies.
Upstate 19-year-old creates business to help with shortage caused by COVID-19
A 19-year-old in Gaffney saw a shortage caused by COVID-19. Hart Bridges then decided to start his own mask business called Rosleck Safety to help.
In China's auto market, worries grow that cashback deals and gifts presage damaging price war
Cashback offers, up to 10 free oil changes, generous prepaid gasoline cards - these are just some of the giveaways China's auto dealerships are ...
Japan to End Tokyo’s State of Emergency, Eyes Fresh $930 Billion Stimulus
A customer wearing a protective mask enters an internet cafe at night in the Shibuya district of Tokyo, Japan, on … Japan to End Tokyo’s State of Emergency, Eyes Fresh $930 Billion Stimulus Read More »
When Salman Khan was caught hiding in his girlfriend’s closet by her father
Superstar Salman Khan is one of the most adored actors of Bollywood. Be it romance, comedy or any other genre, his fans love to watch him on the big s
Fire at Bombardier plant being treated as accidental
A fire at the Bombardier Aerospace plant in Belfast is being treated as accidental.
English woman calls Welsh 'a bunch of b*****ds' after being told to leave beach
The mother admitted she 'didn't realise Wales wasn't in England' and that different lockdown rules apply.
Oil falls as US-China tensions take toll
Oil prices eased on Monday on concerns over rising tensions between the United States and China over Beijing's plans to impose security laws on Hong Kong and the possibility of sanctions from
Coronavirus lockdown: UPSRTC to restart operations soon, MHA nod awaited
"The start of operations and modalities will depend on the directions of the MHA and state government regarding the lockdown and its opening after May 31," he added
Mental health app downloads up 30% during pandemic, questions raised over their effectiveness
As reported by CNBC, nearly half of US citizens said the pandemic was harming their mental wellbeing back in April. With shelter-in-place rules prohibiting in-person therapy sessions, many turned to their smartphones for help, rather than opt for a virtual…
With these tools, you can have productive meetings just like these Fortune 500 CEOs
If you want to take your organization's meetings to the next level, listen to these Fortune 500 CEO's.
The artisans behind Italian fashion tremble at their future
Until recently, some of most intricately embroidered fabrics in the world, like those found in garments designed by Giorgio Armani, Valentino, Etro and Prada, have come out of a duplex apartment complex in Milan, the home of a small business called Pino Grasso Ricami.
CEO buys ailing New Zealand media giant for one dollar
Nine said that Stuff chief executive Sinead Boucher would take over the company, which operates New Zealand's most popular news website, stuff.co.nz, and titles such as Wellington's Dominion Post and the Christchurch Press.
Southbank Centre at risk of closure until April 2021 due to financial pressure
The arts organisation has called for further Government support.
COVID-19: Saudi Arabia enters new phase in virus war
Commitment is the key to safety, says minister
Economic shock from COVID-19 to lead to higher indebtedness, Poloz says
Canada's response to the COVID-19 pandemic will 'clearly lead to higher indebtedness' once the economic shock has passed, Bank of Canada governor Stephen Poloz warned Monday.
The problem with the liquidity push
Even if partially successful, it will culminate in eventual default; the crisis is only likely to intensify
Bengal and Assam tea sector estimated a loss of Rs 2,100 crore due to lockdown
Indian tea sector has estimated loss of Rs 2,100 crore in Assam and Bengal due to lockdown. This is based on the price recovered in 2019 North India tea auctions. These two north Indian tea producing states contribute over 80% to India's national yield. The plantation sector has requested government for a multidirectional financial package to come out of the crisis.
Anti-dumping investigation on barley the only one initiated by China on Australia: commerce minister
Since China's anti-dumping and anti-subsidy investigation and relevant punitive tariffs against Australia's barley imports have recently become sources of tension, China's Commerce Minister said the investigation is the only one initiated by China on Australia, compared to more than 100 investigations launched by Australia.
Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall makes a relatable mistake
Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall makes a relatable mistake
Gamba police stranded after floods maroon station
Homes and offices were rendered inaccessible as officers tried to salvage their property from the water.
307 ha of fallow land brought under cultivation during lockdown
NT NETWORK Panaji Though the lockdown, which has been imposed in the wake of COVID-19 pandemic for the last over two months, has had an adverse impact on
Govt body for uniformity in boards evaluation likely
Education News: The HRD ministry is ready with a proposal to set up a National Assessment Centre (NAC) as an overarching body to get various school boards to set unif
Shops across England can open next month if guidelines met, PM announces
Non-essential retailers will be allowed to open from June 15, provided the guidelines are met along with the five tests for easing the lockdown.
Seniors get front-row seat to gosling rescue at retirement home
Some Sherwood Park youngins left the nest on Saturday, but not without a little bit of assistance.
Nigeria's GDP grew by 1.87 per cent in Q1 - The Nation Nigeria
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has said that the First Quarter of 2020, Nigeria's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 1.87 per...
The Fed's Corporate Lending Facilities: A Case Of Pseudo Markets
Although the Fed's intent is to provide temporary liquidity to large U.S. firms, the promise of supporting corporate bond prices and making loans to highly leve
Shops in England can open next month if social distancing guidelines met, Boris Johnson says
The Prime Minister said outdoor markets and car showrooms would be able to open from June 1, with other retailers following a fortnight later
Amazon’s Kindle and Echo team now working on the company’s COVID-19 testing project
Amazon wants to ramp up coronavirus testing
IDFC First Bank seniors to forgo 65% of bonus amid Covid-19 crisis
V Vaidyanathan, managing director and chief executive, will take 30 per cent cut in his compensation, including fixed compensation as well as all allowances.
Nearly 10% of Bitcoin’s Current Supply is Dormant; Why This Matters
Data shows that Bitcoin may also be scarcer than previously thought, as 7.78% of the current BTC supply hasn’t been moved in over 10 years.
A well-balanced stimulus package
It will minimise the human cost of the COVID-19 crisis and also pave the path for structural reforms
Intuit Posts 8 Pct Q3 Revenue Hit
Intuit, the maker of financial software TurboTax, QuickBooks and Mint, posted an 8 percent decline in revenue for the quarter ending April 30.
JetBlue Airways: Beware The Pending Capital Raise
JetBlue's 1Q commentary points to an April trough. I am less confident about JetBlue leading a recovery given its exposure to the Northeast. The ~$750 million c
Dutch court rejects attempt to stop 5G rollout over health concerns
AMSTERDAM: A court in the Netherlands on Monday rejected a suit brought by a group seeking to halt the country's 5G telecommunications network ...
Regeneron to buy back $5 billion stake held by Sanofi
(Reuters) - U.S. drugmaker Regeneron Pharmaceuticals said on Monday it would repurchase about $5 billion of its shares directly from France’s Sanofi, without altering their over-a-decade-long partnership.
Uttar Pradesh releases skill map of migrant workers
State government says it will provide them jobs as per their skills, experience.
Boris Johnson confirms reopening of shops from June 1 as coronavirus lockdown eased
The Prime Minister has said outdoor markets and car showrooms can reopen next week - with other shops to follow two weeks later as lockdown restrictions are eased
Rihanna is celebrating 15 years of Pon de Replay and we officially feel old
Sorry how long has it been?!
Officials swing into action asreturnees’ numbers swell
Zero in on NREGA to provide temporary livelihood
Thailand races to produce cheaper vaccine, starts trials on monkeys
Thailand is conducting tests on macaque monkeys as it races to produce a cheaper COVID-19 vaccine it hopes will be ready by 2021.
2.4 lakh subsidised Tirupati Laddus sold in AP on day-one
Observing all COVID-19 guidelines in the presence of local government machinery, the devotees queued up at TTD marriage halls and TTD Information Centres for the sacred prasadam.
Relief for fishermen as Centre lifts ban early
With 5,800 mechanised boats, State will benefit the most in south India
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Old Bitcoin Miner Proves Craig Wright has No Access to 145 Tulip Trust Addresses
Signed messages claiming Craig Wright is a fraud were sent from 145 Bitcoin addresses Wright listed were his in the Tulip Trust. The addresses seemed to have be
Dancing with disinfectant: China’s nightclubs reopen as lockdowns ease
SHANGHAI – Nightclubs in China have mostly come back to life as owners and customers feel increasingly comfortable the novel coronavirus epidemic is under control, but disinfectant, disposable
USD/JPY looks to end day near 107.70 with small gains
The USD/JPY pair is fluctuating in an extremely tight 15-pip range on Monday as US investors enjoy a long-weekend in observance of Memorial Day. As of
More Americans turning to anxiety medication amid coronavirus pandemic
Health-research firm IQVIA found that prescriptions for anti-anxiety drugs spiked 10.2 percent in March, to 9.7 million, compared with 8.8 million during the same month last year.
Madonna shares intimate snap, adding she gives 'zero f***s' who she offends
Madonna stripped down to a sheer lingerie set and admitted she gives "no f***s" for anyone offended by it.
Intuit Posts 8 Pct Q3 Revenue Hit
Intuit, the maker of financial software TurboTax, QuickBooks and Mint, posted an 8 percent decline in revenue for the quarter ending April 30.
A mink may have infected a second Dutch worker with coronavirus, agriculture minister says
A second farm worker in the Netherlands is likely to have been infected with coronavirus by a mink, but risk of further contagion is deemed “negligible.”
Gov. Cuomo sinks Staten Island’s bid for early coronavirus reopening
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Monday sank Staten Island’s bid to begin its coronavirus reopening ahead of the other four boroughs. “I understand the Staten Island mentality. I love Staten Island
Immunity to coronaviruses may only last six months, says study
It casts doubt over the practicality of introducing "immunity passports", which some governments want to issue to COVID-19 survivors.
View: With the global supply chain being reconfigured, India must intelligently restructure its economy
Indias aspirations have been whetted by its improving ease of doing business, though more needs to be done.
Ontario Premier suggests alcohol delivery via restaurants could continue post-pandemic
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has hinted that alcohol delivery through restaurants could continue even after the COVID-19 pandemic is over.
Toy drives for children in Armadale during coronavirus crisis
The Dale Hub in West Lothian give away toys three times a week to children in their community
Woman who shared video dancing as 'naughty nun' scared to go out amid backlash
Russian influencer Yara said that she received a number of threats in direct messages after she posted a video of herself dancing as a nun onto her Instagram account
Shops across England can open next month if guidelines met, PM announces
Non-essential retailers will be allowed to open from June 15, provided the guidelines are met along with the five tests for easing the lockdown.
As malls reopen across the country, worries grow that consumers won't come back
Malls across the country are beginning to open their doors after weeks of government-mandated shutdowns, but both operators and retail tenants are stepping into uncharted territory amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
China’s crypto is all about tracing — and power
If the experiment succeeds, this new cash, valued the same as the familiar banknotes bearing Mao Zedong’s image, will become the world’s first sovereign token to reside exclusively in the ether.
Purchase of foot-operated dispensers raises doubts
An order to purchase more than 19,000 foot-operated dispensers for hand sanitisers seems to have all the makings of a controversy. The Health Department had placed a direct order for supply of the foo
Roy Kim hopes to 'Linger On' in his comeback MV teaser
Roy Kim has released the MV teaser for his upcoming song.As announced, the solo singer has decided to release a new single entitled "Linger On…
Resumption of domestic flights to help in reviving aviation industry: SOTC Travel
The resumption of domestic passenger flight services after a gap of two months is a favourable move in reviving the aviation sector, SOTC Travel said on Monday.
Canada Revenue Agency extends some trust and corporate filing deadlines
The Canada Revenue Agency is extending some of the filing deadlines for corporations and trusts in a move to help businesses and tax preparers dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Nigerian women are always pulling me down - Tiwa Savage
Just recently, Tiwa Savage took to social media via her Twitter page to express dismay at the hate she faces from some female fans. She said women pull her down
Funny Bone shares his thought on Cynthia Morgan’s situation
Popular comedian, Funny Bone has shared his thought on the situation of rapper, Cynthia Morgan. Cynthia Morgan who was very popular for her unique style of music in Nigeria, raggae/dancehall until she suddenly stopped dropping new
Coronavirus could bankrupt German FA, warns treasurer
The coronavirus crisis could "potentially threaten" the existence of the German Football Association (DFB), its treasurer has warned Monday.
Upcoming Motorola One Fusion+ outed by YouTube Signature Device program
Motorola looks prepared to bring another mid-range phone to market next month. The company, though, probably didn't expect for YouTube to play spoiler for
Rainstorm destroys houses, school in Badagry - The Nation Nigeria
At least 30 houses including a primary school have been damaged after heavy rainfall at Iragon-Iragbo community in Badagry.
Payments for CERB top $40-billion as feds open doors for commercial rent help
Landlords with up to 10 eligible tenants located in Atlantic Canada, British Columbia, Alberta or Quebec could apply online Monday
The Young and the Restless star Camryn Grimes comes out as bisexual
The actress shared her truth on Twitter.
Trump administration promises 100 million coronavirus testing swabs by the end of 2020
The Trump administration sent Congress a national coronavirus testing strategy in time to meet a Sunday deadline, The Washington Post reports, citing a copy of the 80-page "COVID-19 Strategic Testing Plan" it obtained.The report delivered to Congress promises that the federal government will
Govt inquiry warns Australia bushfires not a 'one-off event'; Warns frequency of events 'increasing'
An inquiry into Australia's recent bushfires that scorched an area larger than most nations and displaced thousands opened Monday, with a stark warning that such disasters would become longer and
‘Material disclosure’ is imperative at this time
Investors need to be frequently updated on Covid-19’s impact on companies
Transat extends Air Canada takeover timing following European regulatory review
In a news release on Monday, European authorities expressed concern over a decrease in competition on 33 routes between Canada and Europe.
5 economic statistics that show the financial devastation of the pandemic for average Americans, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The coronavirus pandemic has plunged the US into its worst recession in nearly a century with millions of people suffering job losses.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
40% travel, tourism firm staring at complete shutdown risk in next 3-6 months: Report
Around 40 per cent companies operating in the travel and tourism sector are staring at the risk of complete shutdown over the next 3 to 6 months, says a
'Local box' supports vendors
Okanagan's Craft Culture has launched The Local Box to help vendors who have felt the negative impacts of markets being cancelled due to COVID-19.
Johor supermarket ordered to close for breaching CMCO SOP
JOHOR BARU, May 25 — A leading supermarket in Taman Desa Tebrau here has been ordered to close after it was found to have violated standard operating procedures (SOPs) under the conditional movement control order (CMCO). Johor Health director Dr Aman Rabu who confirmed the matter said the...
Tortoise falls from high-rise balcony and injures seven-year-old girl
The seven-year-old's mum says she is lucky to be alive after the tortoise, weighing around a kilogram, plummeted from a high-rise block of flats as she played in the street in southern China
Coronavirus: Superannuation accounts drained of $13.2b as people look to meet living costs
Industry leaders warn it comes with a hefty price tag.
Industry funds pummeled by early superannuation withdrawals
The Australian Prudential Regulatory Authority (APRA) has released its weekly update on the Morrison Government’s early release policy, which reveals that another 1,650 million funds were withdrawn in the week ending 17 May, with total withdrawals topping $10.6 billion:
EUR/USD Price Analysis: Flat-lined below 1.0900 mark amid holiday-thinned liquidity
The EUR/USD pair lacked any firm directional bias and seesawed between tepid gains/minor losses through the early North American session on Monday. Th
Leigh-Anne Pinnock sets 'temperatures rising' in sizzling topless sunbathing snap
The Little Mix singer left little to the imagination in the semi-naked snap as she lapped up the London sunshine
India has surplus capacity, may allow export of masks in a week: Sources
Exports of personal protective equipment (coveralls) may be considered next as far as export curbs go
Toronto Zoo trying to innovate as it faces budget crunch
Zoo offers drive-through exhibit as it reopens, but attendance was falling for years before pandemic
Experts urge govt to lock in crude oil purchases as prices start rising
They suggest it is time the govt chipped in as a sovereign oil hedger, perhaps by taking hedging as a Cabinet decision
Virus-hit Fiji Airways cuts workforce by half
Pandemic-hit Fiji Airways fired more than half its workforce Monday, as travel restrictions put the islands' vital tourism sector in deep freeze and reduced the national carrier's revenue to "virtually zero".
WATCH: Yash and Roohi don't allow Karan Johar to eat his own birthday cake as they feel he will become 'fat'
Ace filmmaker Karan Johar, who has been quite active on social media, is celebrating his birthday today. His birthday has coincided with Eid celebrati
Government may issue 3-4 new 10-year benchmark securities this fiscal
The government may end up issuing three or four new 10-year benchmark securities instead of the usual two it has been issuing each of the past years, as it will be borrowing more in FY21 amid the pan
'It's kind of glum': U.S. farmers worry as crop prices dip
American farmers are seen to lose billions of dollars in revenues amid the coronavirus pandemic
Outlander Kitchen cookbook with recipes inspired by hit the show is on its way
With 100 new easy-to-prepare recipes, the book features recipes inspired by the New World in the show with dishes such as Mrs. Figg's Flapjacks, Claire's Beans and Sass and John Grey's Yorkshire Pudding.
Chloe Ferry oozes confidence in lingerie snap following impressive two stone weight loss
The former Geordie Shore star, 24, oozed major confidence as she left little to the imagination after shedding a whopping two stone
Process to produce well-aligned CNT arrays on a 10-centimeter silicon wafer
A team of researchers affiliated with several institutions in China has developed a new process to produce well-aligned carbon nanotube (CNT) arrays on a 10-centimeter silicon wafer. In their paper published ...
Bolly Buzz: B-Town wishes Eid Mubarak to fans, Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone’s ‘squishy’ video goes viral
A new week has started with a big celebration as our favourite Bollywood celebrities have sent out their heartfelt wishes on the occasion of Eid. From
Contract to begin works on flood defences in Dundalk and Blackrock set to be awarded - Talk of the Town
A contract is set to be awarded shortly to begin works on flood defences in the Dundalk/Blackrock South area. The tender process for similar works in Carlingford/Greenore is also expected to begin soon, according to an update from the Officer of Public Works to local TD Fergus O’Dowd. Following media reports last week that 11,248...Read More→
Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. Acquires 11,774 Shares of Aptiv PLC (NYSE:APTV)
Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. increased its holdings in shares of Aptiv PLC (NYSE:APTV) by 358.7% during the first quarter, HoldingsChannel.com reports. The fund owned 15,056 shares of the auto parts company’s stock after buying an additional 11,774 shares during the quarter. Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc.’s holdings in Aptiv were worth $741,000 as of its most […]
Leigh-Anne Pinnock sets 'temperatures rising' in sizzling topless sunbathing snap
The Little Mix singer left little to the imagination in the semi-naked snap as she lapped up the London sunshine
BT Buzz: Bike rentals back in vogue as Vogo, Bounce regain 30% of pre-COVID business
To retain and sustain this demand, bike rental start-ups are emphasising on two things - one, change in business model, and the another, focus on sanitisation
It's behind you! Hilarious moment an inquisitive ostrich upstages Spanish politician during a TV interview - but he is too busy talking to notice
Miguel Angel Revilla, the President of Cantabria in northern Spain, was speaking at a press conference for the reopening of a national zoo when an ostrich appeared behind him.
Most agritech start-ups have seen a V-shaped recovery: Omnivore’s Kahn
Omnivore, the largest agritech-focussed venture capital firm in the country, has continued to make fresh and follow-up investments in two dozen Indian startups despite the crisis triggered by the Covi
Despite glut, Government unlikely to cut fuel prices, says Dharmendra Pradhan
It is a conscious decision: Pradhan
First Drive: Volkswagen’s T-Roc R takes performance crossovers to a new level
The T-Roc R is a new performance crossover, but is it a niche too far? Jack Evans finds out
Door opens for Telstra as NBN 'proves itself' in lockdown
The communications minister believes the COVID era has proved the NBN has the capacity needed. But he has pledged future upgrades and hinted Telstra's InfraCo could be its eventual owner.
Williams new Pro Vice-Chancellor and Campus Principal at UWI Five Islands
The University of the West Indies (The UWI) has announced the appointment of Professor Densil A. Williams as Pro Vice-Chancellor and Principal of its Five Islands Campus, located in Antigua and Barbuda. His appointment was approved by the...
NZ Can Look To East Asia To Prepare For Next Pandemic
Wellington, 25 May 2020 - To prepare for the next virus pandemic, New Zealand has plenty to learn from the successes of three East Asian states, according to a summary report from The New Zealand Initiative.
How to set up and use Apple Pay on your Apple Watch
One of the best features of the Apple Watch is Apple Pay. It enables you to make contactless payments straight from the wrist quickly and securely. More places are now taking contactless, from public transport networks to shops and bars. It's pretty much standard across Europe and the US is widespread too. It's one of…
Man accused of abusing, killing dog in Ouachita Parish
Authorities have arrested a man accused of animal cruelty in Ouachita Parish.
Dust, thunderstorms in parts of north India on May 29-30 likely to bring relief from heatwaves
People living in north India are likely to get some relief as IMD has predicted dust and thunderstorms over several parts of north India on May 29-30.
Woman kayaks to floating home swept away by flood to recover mother's ashes
A Michigan woman used a kayak to recover her mother's ashes that were left inside her home when she evacuated after flooding.
As edible oils pact with Malaysia, Indonesia ends, India should now hike import duties: SEA
Among long term measures, SEA has suggested the government to encourage Punjab and Haryana farmers to divert land to corn or sunflower in kharif season and mustard in rabi season.
Slump in consumption, exports push Germany into recession in Q1
The Federal Statistics Office said capital investments fell by 6.9 percent, private consumption by 3.2 percent and exports by 3.1 percent between January and March compared with the last three months of 2019.
5 economic statistics that show the financial devastation of the pandemic for average Americans
The coronavirus pandemic has plunged the US into its worst recession in nearly a century with millions of people suffering job losses.
Reliance JioMart opens online grocery service in 200 cities; key things to know
With rising demand on online grocery delivery platforms amid coronavirus lockdown, JioMart is Reliance Industries' bid to cash in on the spurt in this segment
Swarms of locusts enter Jaipur, FAO warns of more attacks till early July
Pests engulf 18 districts in state, apart from infesting large parts of UP and MP; Young juveniles will become voracious adults in June just as farmers begin to harvest, warns FAO
Father, son among four new COVID-19 patients in Kozhikode
They returned from Chennai on May 11 by a private vehicle
Dog owner is killed while running into burning house to save her six puppies from inferno after saving three but succumbing to smoke while trying to rescue rest
Michelle Mirasol, 36, and her family fled the single-storey property when flames started in Bacolod province, the Philippines, on Thursday. Ms Mirasol ran back inside the home to free six caged puppies.
Oliver Mangan: In the absence of a vaccine, economies are going to need all the help they can get
Survey data that are beginning to come through on the main economies for May warrant careful interpretation.
First white storks born in Britain for 600 years peer out of their nest for the first time
Baby birds were born earlier this month as a result of the White Stork Project
World-record 44.2 Tbps internet speed achieved on a regular fibre connection, making Call of Duty Modern Warfare fast patch downloads a viable dream
If you ever wished internet speeds could drastically improve, there is hope on the horizon if this new speed test is anything to go by.
First Drive: Volkswagen’s T-Roc R takes performance crossovers to a new level
The T-Roc R is a new performance crossover, but is it a niche too far? Jack Evans finds out
IndexIQ Advisors LLC Buys Shares of 10,279 KB Home (NYSE:KBH)
IndexIQ Advisors LLC bought a new stake in KB Home (NYSE:KBH) in the first quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund bought 10,279 shares of the construction company’s stock, valued at approximately $186,000. A number of other hedge funds also recently modified their holdings of KBH. […]
The Arrival Of The 'Unavoidable Pension Crisis'
I wrote an article in 2017 discussing the “Unavoidable Pension Crisis.” At that time, most did not understand the risk. Since then, the situation has continued
Ryan Reynolds, Meryl Streep, Cate Blanchett And More Celebs Join Taika Waititi In Reading ‘James And The Giant Peach’
Taika Waititi is bringing his celebrity friends together in support of coronavirus relief efforts. Beginning on Monday, the "JoJo Rabbit" filmmaker and the Roald Dahl Story Company will be hosting a digital star-studded reading of James and The Giant Peach, a classic Dahl children's novel. Proceeds will go towards Partners in Health COVID-19 relief efforts.…
Toronto council to vote on 40-kilometre bike lane expansion
The city's latest cycling infrastructure plan adds 25 kilometres of new bike lanes, along with the promise of more public space and patios
Can You Catch the Coronavirus From Handling Cash? Here's What Experts Say
Several experts refute arguments that physical banknotes may be more dangerous than we think, as the risk of the coronavirus is increasing.
Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: GBP/USD looking to the upside
At the end of last week, the GBP/USD exchange rate consolidated at 1.2180. During Monday morning, the rate maintained its consolidation. Note that the
Gold Price News and Forecast: XAU/USD - Great Recession vs. 2020 coronavirus crisis
The gold futures contract gained 0.79% on Friday as it slightly retraced Thursday decline of 1.7%. On Thursday it extended a downward correction from
Experts slam agriculture reform program, warn of shortage amid pandemic
Agrarian reform is among the National Priority Programs pushed by Jokowi’s first-term administration in an effort to better distribute development.
Forget panic buying, panic driving is next virus fad
The challenge of getting to work using the traditional means of public transport creates a dilemma.
Gordon Ramsay causes controversy in Cornwall yet again with all-day beach trip on Bank Holiday
From the afternoon until sunset, Gordon and his family made the most of their time on the golden shores over the weekend.
Forget panic buying, panic driving is next virus fad
The challenge of getting to work using the traditional means of public transport creates a dilemma.
Bityard: Leveraged Crypto Futures Trading With a Regulated Exchange
Bityard’s mission is to create secure, simple, and fast crypto-asset trading services for people all over the world.
5 economic statistics that show the financial devastation of the pandemic for average Americans
The coronavirus pandemic has thrown America into it’s worst economic downturn since the Great Depression nearly a century ago.
Banks continue to lend less even as deposit growth improves, credit growth now at mere 6.5%
Risk-averse banks have continued to lend less and less to customers despite the double-digit growth seen by bank deposits.
Enugu FA shifts burial of ex-chairman, Ofo-Okenwa, to July 24
Enugu Football Association (EFA) says the burial ceremony of its late chairman, Chidi Ofo-Okenwa, has been shifted from June 10, to July 24,..
COVID-19 boosts women's wellness tech start-ups
Start-ups providing better access to oral contraceptive pills and making sugar-free cranberry juice for urinary tract infections are among women's health players thriving in the COVID-19 era.
Coronavirus devastates travel, tourism! 40% firms staring at complete shutdown risk in next 3-6 months, says report
About 49 per cent are deferring their capital expenditures and interestingly, 41.6 per cent companies are introducing new services.
Food inspection agency says variety of vegan chocolate bars contains milk
The agency says the allergen alert was prompted by consumer complaints
Pharma Giants Reportedly Rejected EU Proposal to Speed Up Vaccine Development in 2017
In mid-May, the European Medicines Agency suggested that a vaccine against the coronavirus could be approved in approximately a year. The forecast followed a World...
'Genuine danger' Covid-19 could spread again as lockdown lifted, Nicola Sturgeon warns
Nicola Sturgeon has warned there is a "genuine danger" that Covid-19 will begin to spread again as lockdown measures are lifted.
How to make video calls on Kik
Kik is a place where you can chat with random people that you find online and also with your friends or family. It is a great way to make online
Nine forests in Dublin mountains to be upgraded for recreational use
The forests have been managed by Coillte primarily for commercial purposes to date
New BMW 5 Series and 6 Series GT to be revealed online May 27th
BMW will host the digital world premiere of the new 5 Series and 6 Series GT LCI generations on May 27, 2020.
Central bank printing presses might be in overdrive, but inflation is not the real threat here
Martin Pelletier: Many are underestimating the real risk that the economy may not return to pre-crisis levels for some time
USD/COP: Limited enthusiasm for the peso to drag the pair to 3600 by year-end – CIBC
Economists across the board have revised the Colombian GDP lower. Luis Hurtado, an analyst at CIBC Capital Markets, forecast the USD/COP pair trading
Is the stock market closed today? Here’s everything investors need to know about Memorial Day trading hours and closures
Memorial Day will take on an even more somber tone this year.
Jeremy Kyle 'shouldn't be allowed back on air' after death of guest, claims MP
Jeremy Kyle announced his comeback earlier this year.
EU commissioner: Coronavirus immunity certificates aren’t reliable
People ‘deserve a break, a breath of fresh air, a chance to travel,’ says health commissioner.
COVID-19 vaccine: Top 5 Indian biotech firms developing antigens for the world
Your COVID-19 vaccine could come from one of these Indian biotech giants
Centre’s Covid response ticks all boxes
The stimulus package addresses demand and supply issues, while boosting production to help India be part of global supply chains
Reliance starts trials of JioMart shopping portal across India
The JioMart shopping app is available via Facebook Inc’s WhatsApp, which in India has about 400 million users.
When is the German IFO survey and how it could affect EUR/USD?
The German IFO survey for May is due for release later today at 0800 GMT. The headline IFO Business Climate Index is seen firmer at 78.3 versus 74.3 p
Bachem lifts Propofol production to 24/7 as pandemic hikes demand
ZURICH (Reuters) - Switzerland’s Bachem has begun round-the-clock production of Propofol, a drug needed to sedate ventilated patients whose plight during the pandemic — prone, unconscious, hospitalised — has become emblematic of COVID-19’s hit to healthcare systems.
Bitcoin is on an Exponential Growth Trajectory, and the Pizza Day Proves It
The story of Laszlo Hanyecz, the programmer who bought two pizzas using 10,000 Bitcoin, will be forever talked about. Not least because at $9k per BTC that equa
Australia’s Treasurer Frydenberg: Wil not make wholesale changes to wage subsidies
In an interview with local broadcaster Seven Network on Monday, Australia’s Treasurer Josh Frydenberg said that the government has no plans to make “w
Huawei announces CableFree, a new breakthrough in 5G Antenna technology
Earlier this week, Huawei announced a new breakthrough in its 5G networking field. The company unveiled CableFree, which is a new antenna design for its 5G base stations. The new development has improved various aspects regarding the 5G base station antennas. Its radiation efficiency, integration, and power capacity have been upgraded, marking a new stage …
New study shows that one third of Irish people exercise every day
Independent research experts iReach have released findings from a survey they carried out prior to the Covid-19 restrictions in Ireland.
Japan is set to end their current state of emergency in Tokyo
Reports have been circulating that Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is set to remove the current state of emergency in Tokyo and 4 other prefectures...
Before You Sign That Recording Contract
It is has become habitual for Nigerian artistes to regale tales of how they are being exploited and cheated by their record labels.
Japan eyes fresh stimulus plan worth over US$929b to battle COVID-19
TOKYO: Japan is considering a fresh stimulus package worth over US$929 billion that will consist mostly of financial aid programmes for companies ...
Cash for new homes the key to saving jobs, says industry
On the HIA's analysis, the equivalent of as many as 100,000 jobs are already at risk in the property sector.
Mick already has a job, so why is he being forced to go to interviews?
A cleaner paid JobKeeper was convinced by an employment agency he needed to sign a contract promising to attend interviews – even though he has a job.
Cult favourite US hard seltzer brand White Claw is coming to Australia, following a licensing deal with Lion
Get ready: cult favourite seltzer brand White Claw is coming to Australia.
Commentary: The biggest restructuring exercise facing Singapore businesses has just begun
From F&B to retail and fitness, winning Singapore businesses know they must shift gears and rethink their business models to thrive in a pandemic ...
Tests for all who want them
Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced Sunday that anyone in the province can get tested for COVID-19, regardless of whether they have symptoms, as cases continued to mount and officials criticized thousands of people who gathered in a Toronto park a day earier.
Ross McArthur insists Dunfermline took professional advice before deciding against extending furlough scheme for out-of-contract players
Ross McArthur insists Dunfermline took professional advice before deciding against extending the furlough scheme for out-of-contract players.
Big 'atmospheric river' wallops Western Australia, heads east
The once-in-a-decade storm event battering and soaking large areas Western Australia sourced much of its moisture from a so-called "atmospheric river" that continues to head eastwards.
A longer JobKeeper will keep people in fake jobs
Extending JobKeeper for businesses that can't stand on their own two feet by September, will stop the shift of people out of dead-end illusory jobs that are sadly never returning.
Venice Film Festival to go ahead with 2020 edition in September
Luca Zaia, governor of Veneto, said on Sunday that the festival will be held as planned
WTI: Off daily highs, still above $33.00, as US-China tension looms
WTI drops to $33.45, down 0.6%, while heading into the European session on Monday. The black gold recently benefited from the news suggesting ease of
They'd rather sleep outdoors
Gordon Kelter has something to fear more than not having a bed to sleep in at night — catching COVID-19.
ITC to acquire spices maker Sunrise Foods for estimated Rs 1,800-2,000 crore
The company said it has signed a share purchase agreement (SPA) with Sunrise Foods Private Ltd (SFPL) which will augment its product portfolio and is also aligned to its aspiration to significantly scale up its spices business and expand its footprint across the country.
Immunity passports could help end lockdown, but they come with risks
If you’ve recovered from the coronavirus, can you go back to work? Goverments are considering this question - and answering it with immunity passports.
Facebook brings in new Messenger feature to protect minors from scams
Facebook started rolling this feature out on Android in March and would bring this to more people around the world on iOS this week
Stock, Forex, Commodity, Currency Markets Shut For EId-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan) 2020
On May 22, the Sensex had ended lower by 0.84 per cent and Nifty was down 0.74 per cent. Domestic … Stock, Forex, Commodity, Currency Markets Shut For EId-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan) 2020 Read More »
Boss of Britain’s biggest recruiter James Reed warns of job losses ‘tsunami’ on ‘day of reckoning’ when furlough ends
The owner of Reed has warned job losses could sweep across the country once the government's furlough scheme ends at the ends of October. More than 6m people have signed up to the scheme.
British Flairjet to pay N1 million penalty for Nigeria's airport violation - Official
FlairJet, a British private charter company, which is also an affiliate of Flexjet, is to pay N1 million for violating COVID-19 airport directives in Nigeria.
China’s trillions toward tech won’t buy dominance
Big spending numbers are being thrown around in China, once again. This time, it’s trillions of yuan of fiscal stimulus on all things tech. The plans are bold and vague.
Best month for Brent in 21 years overshadows US-China feud
Investors will be relying on a rebound in global demand for crude to support prices, as US-China tensions threaten to derail the oil market's recovery.
'What planet are they on?', 'Bojo stands by top aide': UK front pages react to Dominic Cummings crisis
The left-leaning Daily Mirror leads the attack on the pair, labelling Cummings a “cheat” and Johnson a “coward”.
NACTO Releases Streets for Pandemic Response and Recovery in the Fight Against the COVID-19
NACTO has released guidelines to provide cities with strategies to redesign and adapt their streets for new uses both during the COVID-19 crisis.
I don't regret what I did, Cummings says over travel
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's senior aide Dominic Cummings has said "I don't regret what I did", as he responded to allegations he breached coronavirus lockdown restrictions.
How the checkra1n and unc0ver jailbreaks compare and contrast
We've seen a lot of questions regarding the differences between the checkra1n and unc0ver jailbreaks. In this piece, we'll discuss the most substantial.
'Atmospheric river' 2000km long wallops Western Australia, heads east
The phenomenon has brought winds up to 185km/h at an altitude of 1500m, and rain to the normally parched Pilbara.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
The prime minister of Japan has lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and the remaining areas of the country, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.
UK getting 200 mile route to test self-driving vehicles on public roads
A mobility consortium in the UK has begun work on a real-world test route for self-driving vehicles as part of trials exploring the future of mobility.
Tony Bellew Jokes About Stealing A Car To Become SAS Who Dares Wins Best Recruit Ever
“We may have been captured by the police, but we would not have been caught by the Staff.”
Hong Kong shares ease on China-U.S. rift, dollar firms
SYDNEY — Hong Kong shares extended losses and a gauge of Asian stocks was largely subdued on Monday, after China’s move to impose a new security law on Hong Kong heightened concerns about the future stability of the city and global trade prospects.
SAS: Who Dares Wins' Locksmith lost it after being hit: 'I assume it was Ant''
‘By this time I’ve completely lost it, my temper’s gone.'
Chinese tech giant criticizes US for 'politicizing business'
BEIJING — One of China’s biggest tech companies has criticized the Trump administration for “politicizing business” after it slapped export sanctions on 33 more Chinese enterprises and government entities.
Rich, but household debt is growing: A time bomb for South Korea?
South Korean households are piling up debt for various reasons, from overspending on credit cards to unemployment to gambling losses. The ...
Tiger Brands looking at ‘significant’ job losses as it counts cost of pandemic
Reports lower H1 earnings, defers dividend.
Huawei wants stable Samsung, Hynix chip supply, Korea Daily says
While memory chipmakers aren’t subject to the US government restrictions, Huawei worries that the Trump administration could widen its restrictions later.
Mystery of the naval shell sat in a Devon play park for 100 years
Do you have any information on the Salcombe naval shells?
YouTube for Android tests showing a recommended Google Search result when searching in YouTube
The YouTube app on Android is testing a new feature that will show recommended Google Search results when searching within the app.
Central Equity, Failli family selling $200m of greenfield sites
The two sites being offered by Central Equity and the Failli family have the potential to generate around $1 billion of housing lot sales.
New face of banking: Millennials prefer robot bankers to humans
Nordea's robot adviser, Nora, played a crucial role in helping the bank through COVID-19
Cannes: Diana Penty stunning looks from last year
Even though we have to wait a year to witness all the red carpet glory, here's a quick look at Diana Penty's enduring past appearances.
Burglar in hazmat suit with drill caught trying to steal hospital's £5m Banksy artwork
The 'Game Changer' piece was donated to Southampton General Hospital by mysterious artist Banksy earlier this month so it could be auctioned to raise money for the NHS - with the burglar allegedly striking two days later
Japan's ANA leads way as masks become new normal in virus-era air travel
From June, All Nippon Airways will require all passengers to wear face masks inside airports and aboard aircraft.
EUR/GBP Price Analysis: Remains confined in a range near mid-0.8900s
The EUR/GBP cross continued with its struggle for a firm near-term direction and remained confined well within a one-week-old narrow trading band arou
35,000 who had been recieving Pandemic Unemployment Payment returned to work last week
Assistant Secretary General at the Department of Taoiseach Liz Canavan said that while 579,000 people remain on the €350 per-week payment introduced at the beginning of the outbreak, 35,900 returned to work in the last week.
Mayur Verma Hits Back At Devoleena Bhattacharjee For Not Recognising Him: 'Agar Usne 5 Show Kiye Hain, To Maine 9 Kiye Hain'- EXCLUSIVE
Mayur Verma lashes out once again at Devoleena Bhattacharjee for saying that she doesn't know who Mayur Verma is. Here's what the Mujhse Shaadi Karoge contestant has to say
China defends tariffs on barley
In the latest salvo in the ongoing barley tariff war, China's Commerce Minister claims Australia was "subsidising" the grain and says the tariffs were based on evidence.
Unexpected policy timing, expected outcome: These measures could help RBI disinfect the economy
RBI’s relief measures round-three restates the intention to ease the functioning of the financial markets and easing the market risks brewing in the economy amidst the deteriorating economic outlook.
Earthquake recorded in the Monchique region
The Portuguese Institute of the Sea and the Atmosphere (IPMA) recorded an earthquake of magnitude 2.6 on the Richter scale on 24 May, with an epicentre four kilometres from Monchique.
6GB AI-enhanced 4K HD Texture Pack overhauls all of the weapons textures in Skyrim Special Edition
This Texture Pack uses AI techniques in order to upscale the vanilla textures in 4K, focusing solely on the weapons textures.
PM Shinzo Abe declares end to Japan's coronavirus emergency
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has lifted a state of emergency in Tokyo and four other areas that were still under coronavirus restrictions, gradually reopening the world's third-largest economy and calling on people to adapt to a "new normal".
Nigeria’s GDP rises by 1.87% in Q1 2020
Nike Popoola In the first quarter of 2020, Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product grew by 1.87 per cent (year-on-year) in real terms. The National Bureau of Statistics revealed in ‘Nigeria’s Gross ...
How ZEE5’s investment in original content has helped in getting the SVOD game right
The platform has begun preparations to shoot for the next batch of original content in the green zones
Cleaning crews ready for reopening in post-pandemic US
Tables, chairs, counters, doors: reopened US businesses and restaurants will have to focus on thorough disinfecting if they want to lure customers, and cleaning companies are preparing for an explosion in demand.
Furloughed Eurostar workers are helping language students amid school closures
A number of French-speaking Eurostar employees are reportedly helping language students while they are furloughed due to the travel restrictions in place...
Delhi records 13,418 covid cases, CM Kejriwal says situation is still under control
Delhi government directed private hospitals with a capacity of 50 beds to reserve 20% of their total bed strength for coronavirus patients
Dawn Meats reopens plant supplying McDonalds burgers
Production resumes in Waterford after 10 weeks as fast food group starts phased reopening of outlets
Swarms of locusts enter Jaipur residential areas
Locusts normally affect districts in western Rajasthan but this time the swarms have travelled as far as Jaipur city. The swarms later headed towards Dausa district.
3 Travel and Tourism Stocks Poised for a Bull Run
The coronavirus pandemic has smashed the tourism industry, but these companies seem ready for a massive rally.
Paul Cairns death: First picture of man who died in alleged Ayrshire ‘shooting’
THIS is the first picture of the man who died in an alleged Ardrossan shooting yesterday. Paul Cairns, 42, was killed in the alleged firearms incident at a house in Nithsdale Road in the Ayrshire t…
CERB payments hit $40B
A key federal benefit for Canadians out of work, or seeing large drops in their earnings, in the COVID-19 pandemic has paid out over $40 billion in emergency aid.
Google removes over 5 million reviews from Play Store to improve TikTok rating
TikTok's user reviews have dropped on Play Store from 27 million users to 22 million users from last week
USD/JPY: Downside potential is limited
The USD/JPY pair trades around 107.70, unable to attract investors after Japan announced it will lift the state of emergency in all the country, Valer
Google removes over a million reviews from Play Store to improve TikTok rating
TikTok's user reviews have dropped on Play Store from 27 million users to 22 million users from last week
The changing face of the billionaire classes
Is Europe becoming more American in its wealth creation as the US becomes more European?
Kovalska office in Kyiv is decked out with humble building materials
Artem Trigubchak and Lera Brumina used concrete slabs, sand and paving stones to create the furnishings and walls inside Kovalska's Kyiv office.
Weekly S&P 500 ChartStorm - Downgrades, Dividends, Buybacks
This week we take stock of the uneasy landscape with downgrades, delayed payments, and yet massive monetary easing. We also document a couple of key trends in d
Globalisation can't be done away with Swadeshi slogans: Skanray Tech chief
In a Q&A, Vishwaprasad Alva, founder and managing director, Skanray Technologies, explains why trying to lure companies moving out of China to India could prove counterproductive
German Startup Creates Ocean Platform to Generate Power from Waves, Wind, and Solar
A German startup has created a prototype of an impressive hybrid ocean platform that can harness power from wind, waves, and solar separately as well as all together.
Normal People's Paul Mescal ditches infamous chain as he smokes cigarette
Where's the chain?
Hong Kong Restaurants Are Going to Great Lengths to Protect Diners From Coronavirus. Here’s What They Could Teach the U.S.
Hong Kong hasn't recorded a cluster of coronavirus cases related to restaurants since late March. Here's how eateries are protecting customers
Assam police recruitment 2020: SLPRB announces 1,081 vacancies, online applications open till 25 June
State Level Police Recruitment Board, Assam, has invited applications for various posts such as forester, forest guard, stenographer, surveyor, mahout, carpenter and driver in the forest department.
Coronavirus does not spread easily on surfaces: CDC
Guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention making the rounds this week on the internet are clarifying what we know about the transmission of the coronavirus, a New York Times report stated.
RoboForex Expands Crypto Offering, Adds ETH/BTC and LTC/BTC
RoboForex has expanded its cryptocurrency offering by increasing the number of crypto pairs available for trading to include ETH/BTC and LTC/BTC.
Mindanao's trademark abaca paper is now a face mask
Tests by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Region 10 show that the abaca fiber mask has a filtration rate 7 times better than cloth masks and has lower water absorption than N95 masks
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
The prime minister of Japan has lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and the remaining areas of the country, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.
South Korean cafe hires robot barista to help with social distancing
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Migrant woman delivers in bus in UP, twins fail to survive
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German business morale rebounds in May as corona restrictions are eased
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Govt Should Delay Road Tax Increase Due To Economic Crisis
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Twitter Struggles To Label Misleading COVID-19 Tweets
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There will be 'lessons learned' from situation at Trinity Bellwoods Park, Toronto mayor says
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Flash PMI Shows Japan On Course For Record Downturn In Second Quarter
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Japanese PM Shinzo Abe lifts nationwide coronavirus lockdown
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted the state of emergency imposed to combat the coronavirus in Tokyo and remaining four other areas, thus ending nationwide restrictions.
Deep Dive: Preventing Financial Crime Amid The COVID-19 Pandemic
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UAE's COVID-19 laser tests could be a gamechanger
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JEE Main, NEET 2020 admit card, exam timing details revealed by NTA
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Who MLB's most valuable players of the 2020s will be
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Shera shares a stunning picture with Salman Khan, says ‘EID is never complete without my Maalik’
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Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
The prime minister of Japan has lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and the remaining areas of the country, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.
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Devon and Cornwall MPs stay quiet on actions of Dominic Cummings
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Former DG allegedly stabs wife of 50 years to death in Imo state
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Amazing photographs reveal a rare white starling standing out in a murmuration
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Worst attack in 27 years: Swarms of locusts destroy crops across north India
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Memorial Day sale alert: the Apple Watch 5 hits lowest price ever at Best Buy
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Police investigating assault with intent to rape as woman, 25, fights off man in Fife park
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German sentiment survey boosts stocks, Europe focuses on recovery fund
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Singapore Reports 344 COVID-19 Cases in 24 Hours, Nationwide Tally at 31,960
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Coronavirus: Hairdressers offer virtual appointments in lockdown
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Honor Smart Screen X1 65-inch sells over 10,000 units in 2 hours -
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Bengaluru: BMTC introduces flat-fare system, bus fares to start from Rs 5 now
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Aspiring model, 24, who vanished in Nottinghamshire over the bank holiday weekend is found 'safe and well'
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Google is injecting web search results in the YouTube search UI on Android for some users
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Huawei releases HoloSens SDC with four ecological cameras -
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India lockdown diary, Day 62: Akhilesh asks for free chyawanprash supply; Kolkata artisans hope for turnaround; and more
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Police launch manhunt after attempted rape of woman in Dunfermline park
A woman was followed by the man before he pushed her to the ground.
Ruth Langsford forced to step in and 'correct' expert on This Morning
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Japan eyes fresh $930b stimulus, to end Tokyo's state of emergency
Japan is considering fresh stimulus worth 100 trillion yen ($930 billion), mostly comprising financial aid for companies.
Karan Johar confirms two members of household staff test positive for COVID-19, says 'rest of us are safe'
Ace filmmaker Karan Johar, who is celebrating his birthday today, took to his social media account to confirm that two members from his household staf
Amazon sale drops the price of a Kindle to $60
Amazon's standard Kindle has been discounted to $60 in its latest sale.
Sara Ali Khan shares ‘then and now’ pictures of herself as she greets fans with Adab on the occasion of Eid
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True Elements’ customers can now track quality of products to ensure safety
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Waste segregation units crop up on banks of Vrishabhavathi again
They allegedly burn waste at night, and also dump it along the banks of the river
Government allows private jets, charter flights on domestic routes
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KSI is feeling the wrath of the BTS army after joking they're not 'real fans'
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Karan Johar's Two House Helps Test Positive For Coronavirus
Karan Johar said that two members of his household staff have tested positive for COVID-19. He informed everyone that he and his family members will remain under self-isolation for the next fourteen days.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Japan, with about 16,600 confirmed cases and about 850 deaths, has so far avoided the large outbreaks that have been experienced in the US and the Europe despite its softer restrictions.
Japan lifts coronavirus state of emergency in all remaining areas
TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to
2.4 lakh subsidised Tirupati Laddus sold in AP on day-one
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Delhi records 13,418 covid cases, CM Kejriwal says situation still under control
Delhi government directed private hospitals with a capacity of 50 beds to reserve 20% of their total bed strength for coronavirus patients
State trooper helps rescue 8 baby ducks trapped in storm drain
A kindhearted state trooper helped reunite eight baby ducks with their mother after they fell into a storm drain in Massachusetts, authorities said. Massachusetts State Trooper Jim Maloney spotted the
Builders push for $40k home buyer grant to stave off construction crisis - but Barr says no
Chief Minister Andrew Barr said the policy would drive up house prices.
Fandom appoints Zirca Digital Solutions as a media partner for the Indian market
Zirca will work toward maximising Fandom’s advertising revenue potential, build the brand’s presence, as well as expand its pool of demand partners
To focus on floods now, Assam wants to close home-bound movements by June 30
Assam government wants to wrap up the process of receiving the home-bound people of the state from outside and of their subsequent quarantine by June
Lufthansa has good prospects for future: German ministries
BERLIN (Reuters) - The German Finance and Economy Ministries on Monday said Lufthansa (LHAG.DE) was an operationally healthy company before the coronavirus outbreak, as well as profitable and with good future prospects, but had got into trouble due to the pandemic.
Malls lose Rs 90k cr in 2 months: SCAI
IANS New Delhi The Shopping Centres Association of India (SCAI) on Monday said the sector has lost over Rs 90,000 crore in the last two months, owing to t
Home, auto loan borrowers top beneficiaries of moratorium relief
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Precious Metals: Panic Buying Is Unsustainable
Herding behavior can sustain rallies, but the extreme in PMs is unsustainable. Gold rallies hardest when it garners the least attention. Physical buying indicat
US Air Force ends height restrictions in hopes of attracting more female pilots
Air Force officials said that aircrafts were largely built for males, and made things more challenging for female applicants.
Worst attack in 27 years: Swarms of locusts destroy crops in several states
Locust swarms entered India from Pakistan and have made their way into Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra.
Sberbank: The Downside Is Limited
As Russia’s flagship bank, Sberbank already felt the pain of the virus, as its Q1 earnings results showed a staggering decline in its profits. Nevertheless, Sbe
Bharti Telecom to sell $1 bn stake in Airtel through block deal
IANS New Delhi Bharti Telecom is selling upto $1 billion of its shares in Bharti Airtel through a secondary market block deal on Tuesday. Bharti Teleco
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Apple HomePod isn't just a smart speaker, it's a great-sounding smart speaker, but it still has a long way to go before standing up to the market-leading Amazon Echo devices
Time to hike edible oil import duties: SEA
As India’s 2010 pact with Malaysia and Indonesia came to an end, the Solvent Extractors Association of India (SEA) on Monday said the government should hike Customs duty on soya, sunflower and crude p
Spend Stack budgeting app for iOS adds Apple Card integration, iPad cursor support, more
Spend Stack is a powerful budgeting app designed for iPhone and iPad, with a focus on using running totals and factoring in promotions, tax, and more. A new update to the app today brings support for importing your Apple Card statement, iPadOS cursor optimization, and more. Today’s update to Spend Stack brings support for editable […]
Hamilton City Council Wants To Fix Pay Errors
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Shoppers left stunned by Fashion Nova’s tiny new bikini – admitting ‘I would rip this in two seconds’
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Inside Chloe Ferry's home built gym as she continues weight loss in lockdown
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Gogglebox stars Lee and Jenny are unrecognisable in epic throwback from 16 years ago
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BMO launches online resource hubs to help clients navigate COVID-19 impacts
BMO has unveiled new online information hubs that contain content and resources to help Canadians navigate COVID-19 financially.
Selling of TTD properties on the name of substandard is insult on devotees: Pawan Kalyan
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TWICE drop ethereal MV teaser for 'More & More'
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Riverdale's Lili Reinhart and Cole Sprouse split after three years together
The pair - who star in Netflix's Riverdale - have recently split and been isolating separately amid the coronavirus pandemic, reports claim
Stable housing to go to and better pre-release preparation are key findings from interviews conducted with ex-ACT detainees
The first research study of the needs of ex-detainees in the ACT has found shortfalls in support networks and communication.
Woman forced to close company because husband refuses to watch child after 3 days
Women across the world are choosing to leave the workforce to take care of their children as schools remain closed, and responsibilities mount.
Pakistani Man Arrested For Attacking Sikh Shrine in England
As per the statement of the gurdwara, at around 6 AM, an individual entered the gurdwara premises causing thousands of pounds of damage.
Digitex Futures Integrates Chainlink’s On-chain Price Oracles for Added Transparency and Reliability
Digitex Futures, the DGTX token powered, zero-fee cryptocurrency futures trading platform has announced a partnership with Chainlink to integrate the latter’s d
EU watchdog hopeful most banks can absorb €380bn pandemic hit
Buffers ‘should be sufficient’ to protect lenders in short term, says European Banking Authority
Factbox: EU recovery fund - the battle lines
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Commission will issue on Wednesday a new proposal for a long-term European Union budget and a coronavirus recovery fund to help economies in the bloc rebound from recession.
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Digitex Futures Adds Chainlink Integration For Unrivaled Price Data Accuracy
Digitex Futures has revealed a new partnership with Chainlink to provide the most consistent and accurate price data without fluctuation.
Coronavirus in Delhi: CM Arvind Kejriwal says ready to deal with situation if there is spike in cases of COVID-19
The centre imposed a nationwide lockdown on March 25 to contain the spread of the novel coronavirus and it entered its fourth phase on May 18.
Home appliances remain immune to Covid, lockdown relaxation boosts demand
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Qualys: Revenue Guidance Appears Choppy But Valuation Reasonable
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Life insurance firms record 45% degrowth in April, but post-COVID future bright
Insurance sector will face headwinds in Q1 FY20 due to the coronavirus pandemic, However, CARE Ratings said that insurance space will record strong performance, especially digitally going forward
Why did a cloth brand once promoted by Bond and Bachchan shut shop in India?
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Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. Acquires 11,774 Shares of Aptiv PLC (NYSE:APTV)
Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. increased its holdings in shares of Aptiv PLC (NYSE:APTV) by 358.7% during the first quarter, HoldingsChannel.com reports. The fund owned 15,056 shares of the auto parts company’s stock after buying an additional 11,774 shares during the quarter. Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc.’s holdings in Aptiv were worth $741,000 as of its most […]
Malls Lose Rs 90,000 Crore in 2 Months, SCAI Seeks Adequate Relief
In a statement, the industry body said that the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) relief measures are not adequate to support the liquidity needs of the industry.
He's with the anglers now! Giant 53lb monster pike that would have broken 28-year-old British record is found dead at fishery in Yorkshire
The pike, weighing 53lb 2oz, died of natural causes at Bellflask Fishery, near Ripon. Fishery owner Brian Morland made the discovery while he was walking his dog along the banks of the lake.
France's first transgender mayor vows to wake up village
France's first transgender mayor has vowed to wake up her village in northern France after taking office at the weekend in a step hailed by activists as a breakthrough.
DBB: Reopening Economies Could Lead To More Upside For Base Metals
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Baby's got moves! Dancing toddler wearing just Nikes, a denim jacket, and a diaper becomes a social media sensation after crashing his big brother and sister's TikTok video
The video was posted by a New Orleans family. Two school-age children are doing a popular TikTok dance. Their baby brother, Kyng Blanchard, then toddles into the frame
Decks cleared for formation of agriculture boards
They will recommend support packages for crop diversification
BBC's Simon McCoy slams colleague Gary Lineker for 'abusing his position'
The Match of the Day host defended himself
Nurses withdraw services at Plateau isolation centre
James Abraham, Jos Nurses at one of the isolation Centres for COVID-19 in Plateau State, the Jos University Teaching Hospital, on Monday withdrew their services. It was learnt that as a resu...
Queen legend Brian May says he is 'ready to rock' again after near-fatal heart attack
The hitmaker had emergency surgery to have stents fitted to clear three blocked arteries, after declining a triple heart bypass
"Switched To New Normal": Airports' Body Tweets Photos Of Social Distancing
On a day when domestic flight operation commenced after two months of coronavirus lockdown, the Airport Authority of India tweeted pictures of an airport where social distancing norms were being followed. The body called it the new normal.
Central Banks Are Destroying What Was Left of Free Markets
The Fed and other central banks are entering into a huge money-printing experiment in hopes of keeping the government-spending machine going at full speed forever. The unintended consequences will be highly destructive.
Better off staying closed?
Some businesses could be better off staying closed than risk re-opening during the second phase of the B.C.’s government's plan to safely and gradually re-open the economy, according to Val Litwin, president and CEO, BC Chamber of Commerce.
Katie Price's daughter Princess does her mum's hair as they spend Bank Holiday together
Katie Price took to social media to document her Bank Holiday Monday with her children and her daughter Princess ensured she pampered the former glamour model
China links Australia barley tariffs to past trade disputes
Beijing defends Australia barley tariffs but links move to past trade cases against China.
COVID-19: Private schools owners cry to FG, States for help
The National President of the Association, Godly E Opukeme, made the appeal in a statement on Monday
Coronavirus: Human trial of vaccine shows promising results in China
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HDFC gets battle ready, increases provisions to Rs 11,000 crore to ward-off coronavirus fallout
Housing Development Finance Corporation (HDFC) was seen gearing up for the aftermath of the coronavirus pandemic and the subsequent nation-wide lockdown.
Atlassian: Recent Rise And Premium Valuation Put Me On Sidelines For Now
Atlassian reported a strong Q3 earnings with revenue growing 33%, well above expectations for only ~28% growth. However, management provided Q4 revenue guidance
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Lauren Goodger stuns fans as she goes topless in cheeky G-string video
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Karan Johar on self-isolation after two household staff test positive for COVID-19
Two members of Karan Johar's household staff have tested coronavirus positive. While the filmmaker and his family have tested negative, they will be in self-isolation for the next 14 days.
L3Harris Technologies: Steady Growth Yet Insulated From COVID-19 And The Economy
The recent merger of L3 Technologies and Harris Corporation created synergies that are driving cost savings and increasing margins. As a defense contractor, the
Best online flower delivery services: beautiful bouquets delivered straight to your door
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N-95 masks were earlier being sold in the market for Rs 150 to 300 per unit, but prices have been reduced after the advisory by the NPPA
Bank of America Boosts Splunk (NASDAQ:SPLK) Price Target to $208.00
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SALLAH: Pandemic has adversely affected Enugu northern community — Sarikin Hausa
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Europe's First Lung Transplantation on COVID-19 Patient Successfully Conducted in Vienna
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Iran reopens major Shia shrines after two-month closure
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Chief Executive of Ghana Commodity Exchange, Dr Kadri, says they are working to reverse the drop in trading due to COVID-19
The Chief Executive of the Ghana Commodity Exchange (GCX), Dr Alfa Kadri has said that they are working to reverse the drop in activities on its platform due to the impact of COVID-19 on its operations.
Canadian economy entering ‘unknowable times’ because of downturn from pandemic, Poloz says
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Ryan Reynolds joins Taika Waititi for a live reading of 'James and the Giant Peach'
Something wholesome to brighten your holiday weekend during lockdown.
The US Air Force is removing height restrictions for pilots, which will allow more women to serve
(CNN) — The US Air Force has removed its minimum height requirements for prospective pilots, doing away with a barrier that had disadvantaged women. Previously,...
Three more cases in Pathanamthitta
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COVID lockdown, fungal disease pulp prospects of mango farmers in Dharmapuri
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Queen legend Brian May says he is 'ready to rock' again after near-fatal heart attack
The hitmaker had emergency surgery to have stents fitted to clear three blocked arteries, after declining a triple heart bypass
Steam Cloud Gaming appears once again buried in lines of code, fueling rumours Valve is working on its own service
Lines of code found in the latest Steam client beta are adding credence to a long-running rumour that Valve is working on its own cloud gaming service.Data miner Pavel Djundik has found several references to a cloud gaming operation in the beta client’s code, along with additional code that refers to timed trials.“The timed trials […]
ECB Facing Testy Stimulus Debate After Call to Scrap Limits
The European Central Bank looks set for another testy debate after one policy maker floated the prospect of removing what many see as an important limit on its powers.
Activists call for health tax
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Members of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) attending a virtual meeting on health financing on Monday highlighted the need for having a separate tax to finance health emergencies without straining the health system. They said though the government has over the years put up taxes on different commodities to fund …
Salman Khan Keeps His Promise, Releases A New Song For His Fans On Eid
Treating all his fans this Eid, superstar Salman Khan has the best Eidi to offer. After releasing two songs earlier, the actor releases third song, titled ‘Bhai Bhai’ on this special occasion.
HP releases fix through Windows Update for issue causing BSOD for certain PCs
HP has released a fix through Windows Update for the 'KMODE_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED' issue that causes devices to blue screen. Reports increased after this month's Patch Tuesday updates.
“How Ay Comedian rejected Olamide only to come back begging after he became popular” – Toni Payne
Popular talent manager, Toni Payne, has narrated how AY Comedian refused to allow Olamide perform at his show only to come back to beg for favor after he had started blowing up. She made this known
A GST cut can put auto sales on fast track to revival
The question is whether there will be adequate demand and, more importantly, what the government can do to encourage sales. Mint takes a look
Spike in COVID-19 cases expected, ready to deal with it: Assam Health Minister
A total of 35 more COVID-19 cases have been reported from Assam on Monday, taking the total number of cases in the state to 427.
Paper valuation may burn a hole in their pocket
Plus Two teachers grapple with uncertainty of transport services to centres in Tiruchi district
Five business groups urge Ontario to halt commercial evictions during pandemic
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has previously declined to freeze commercial evictions
BTC Dominance Signals Abrupt End to Crypto Altcoin Season
Altcoins across the crypto market may be seeing a pullback according to a buy setup on BTC dominance charts signaled by the TD Sequential indicator.
Digital device serves up a taste of virtual food
We're used to measuring our digital devices by how fast they are, how clear the sound is, how crisp the display is, how large the storage capacity is.
Shaktikanta Das differs with govt over IMF's $500 billion rights plan
RBI governor backed IMF’s plan to issue fresh SDRs for helping crisis-hit members.Fresh SDR issue would have helped least developed and developing nations facing a forex crisis
Daily wagers’ struggle continues despite easing of lockdown
Many wait endlessly at labour addas
COVID-19 breathes hope into the future of cars as buyers shun mass transit
The global pandemic has given the automobile a chance at a revival as consumers become increasingly concerned about catching an illness on public transport.
Alphabet's drone delivery service Wing has made 'thousands' of deliveries in Australia during the pandemic
Drone delivery service Wing has seen an uptick in use during the coronavirus pandemic.
Japan to end Tokyo’s state of emergency, eyes fresh $930 billion stimulus
The world’s third-largest economy has escaped an explosive outbreak with some 17,000 infections and 825 deaths so far; however, the epidemic has tipped it into a recession and plunged Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s popularity to multi-year lows.
Fewer meetings will help achieve 100% productivity, say developers in survey
Working longer hours wasn't an issue but developers said they wanted fewer meetings as it cuts into productivity. The survey found that 97% of developers who worked over 60 hours reported they were happy with their job.
Western Australia state hit by ‘once-in-a-decade’ storm
Jon Broomhall, acting assistant commissioner of Western Australia’s department of fire and emergency services, called the storm “a once-in-a-decade-type system.”
Japan’s Uniqlo to make masks using underwear fabric
TOKYO, May 25 — Japanese casual clothing chain Uniqlo, owned by Fast Retailing, said it plans to sell face masks made of fabric used for its Airism underwear line in response to strong demand for protective gear for the coronavirus. The company had previously been wary of making face masks, but a...
Sonam Kapoor to Tara Sutaria: Bollywood celebrities wish fans on the festive occasion of Eid
The world is celebrating the festive occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr and the lockdown has not dampened their spirit. Several Bollywood celebrities also took t
Japan ends state of emergency
Economy Minister Yasutoshi Nishimura told reporters that experts on a government-commissioned panel approved the plan to end the state of emergency that has lasted for more than a month and a half.
Internationalization of Higher Education in the GCC Countries
Education is an important area of social life, shaping the intellectual and cultural state of society. In the context of globalization, the challenges of time give rise to new trends in it, one of which is internationalization. This process has already swept the whole world, including Arab countries. Some of them, especially the Gulf states, […]
Second Iranian Tanker 'Forest' Reaches Venezuelan Exclusive Economic Zone, Tracking Data Shows
The second tanker follows the first of five Iranian vessels carrying an estimated total 1.53 barrels of gasoline between them. The first vessel, the 'Fortune'...
People impact of Lagos State budget review
At the outset of the current fiscal year, the State House of Assembly approved a N1.168-trillion worth budget meant to impact lives and enhance the standard of living of Lagosians.
AUD/USD Price Analysis: Upper end of the contracting triangle caps gains
The AUD/USD pair is currently trading largely unchanged on the day at 0.6530, having faced rejection at 0.6550 during the early Asian trading hours. T
‘Violating interstate movement ban dangerous to COVID-19 fight’
The Enugu State Government has insisted that violating or assisting anyone to evade the interstate movement restriction, was unlawful and has contributed
Bengaluru airport introduces 'contactless journey' to contain Covid-19
According to the BIAL, the features include pre-entry process, where the passengers have to wear masks and carry e-boarding or printed passes
Business sentiment rises but Covid-19 concerns persist
‘Nobody is losing the run of themselves’ but they see light ahead, says Bank of Ireland
Food inspection agency says variety of vegan chocolate bars contains milk
The Canada Food Inspection Agency has issued a warning that a brand of vegan chocolate bars actually contains milk.
UK reportedly to phase out Huawei from 5G network
Decision comes as many countries reexamine their relationship with Beijing
Scot whose mum died from coronavirus at care home says 'new admissions killed her'
Caroline Grattan says she was not given adequate information as her mum’s health deteriorated and believes new admissions during the crisis could be responsible for the outbreak that killed her.
Never let a good crisis go to waste: How our food sector can save NZ's economy
The world will always need food, and New Zealand is enviably positioned to capitalise on this, writes future foods expert Rosie Bosworth – but we need to take a few big steps first. It’s a bittersweet moment for New Zealand. As a nation we’ve collectively worked hard to successfully flatten the
Stock, Forex, Commodity, Currency Markets Shut For Ramzan
The domestic financial markets - including equity, debt and currency segments - are shut on Monday, May 25 for Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan).
Japan to end Tokyo's state of emergency, eyes fresh $930 bln stimulus
TOKYO — Japan will lift a state of emergency for Tokyo and remaining areas still facing restrictions on Monday, while the Nikkei reported a plan for new stimulus worth almost $1 trillion to help companies ride out the coronavirus pandemic.
FMF, others list strategies to curb impact of coronavirus in real estate
Following the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the real estate sector, stakeholders including five chief executives in the mortgage finance industry have move to cushion the effect on the average Nigerians seeking decent and affordable housing in the country.
Asian shares climb, Tokyo gains on hopes for reopening
TOKYO — Asian shares are mostly higher, with Tokyo stocks gaining on expectations that a pandemic state of emergency will be lifted for all of Japan.
Japan's Uniqlo to make masks using underwear fabric
TOKYO — Japanese casual clothing chain Uniqlo, owned by Fast Retailing, said it plans to sell face masks made of fabric used for its Airism underwear line in response to strong demand for protective gear for the coronavirus.
Test Research upbeat about 1H20
Test Research (TRI), which provides automatic test and inspection tool solutions, has landed a pull-in of orders for networking and server applications since the fourth quarter of 2019. The order pull-in momentum is expected to persist throughout the first half of 2020, according to the Taiwan-based company.
Singaporean cooks up Eid feast for migrant workers in lockdown
As Muslims around the world celebrate Eid al-Fitr to mark the end of the fasting month, thousands of migrant workers in Singapore have had to spend the holiday in quarantine because of outbreaks of the novel coronavirus in their dormitories. To cheer them up, Singaporean business Dushyant Kumar, his
Japan set to end Tokyo’s state of emergency
The measure has been in place in the city since April 7.
Campari: Stock Is Too Expensive As Restaurants Remain Closed
First impact from COVID-19 could be seen in Q1 results, where profit halved compared with the same period last year. Further drop in sales and profit is expecte
Massive fire destroys a quarter of Pier 45 at San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf
(CNN) — A four-alarm warehouse fire that broke out at Pier 45 in San Francisco has been contained, the city’s fire department said Saturday afternoon....
Passengers queue up outside Mumbai airport from night to take morning flights home
Flights are resuming across the country from today, including Maharashtra, where the govt was not too keen to resume operations. Passengers gathered at the airport from Sunday night to board the morning flights.
Eid in lockdown: Jama Masjid to remain closed for devotees
In the presence of existing restrictions, the usual hustle-bustle seen during Eid is missing in markets.People in Ranchi said that they will celebrate Eid keeping in mind all lockdown guidelines and norms
'Eid Mubarak!': PM Modi extends greetings on Eid-ul-Fitr, wishes for 'compassion, brotherhood and harmony'
Jama Masjid in the national capital would remain closed for devotees today owing to the fourth phase of the COVID-19 lockdown.
Singaporean cooks up Eid feast for migrant workers in lockdown
SINGAPORE (Reuters) - As Muslims around the world celebrate Eid al-Fitr to mark the end of the fasting month, thousands of migrant workers in Singapore have had to spend the holiday in quarantine because of outbreaks of the novel coronavirus in their dormitories.
Fiji Airways terminate 775 staff: 'Devastating' airline sackings highlight the need for travel bubble
Fiji Airways' decision to let go nearly 800 staff due to the Covid-19 pandemic highlights the importance of establishing a Pacific "travel bubble" as soon as possible, an aviation expert says.
Asian shares climb, Tokyo gains on hopes for reopening
Asian shares are mostly higher, with Tokyo stocks gaining on expectations that a pandemic state of emergency will be lifted for all of Japan. Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 added 1.5% in morning trading to 20,682.78. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng dropped 1.2% to 22,659.62.
Demand for budget-friendly homes surges amid layoffs, pay cuts
As the Nigerian economy falters due to the ongoing coronavirus outbreak, businesses are worst off, prompting pay cuts in many companies, search by people living in rented houses for budget-friendly homes across cities and towns to reduce costs.
Japan to end Tokyo’s state of emergency, eyes massive new stimulus
World’s third-largest economy has escaped an explosive coronavirus outbreak
Time has come to merge income support schemes with MGNREGA
The legal framework of the MGNREGA scheme does allow this on farms owned by people of SC/ST communities, and on the lands of marginal farmers.
Japan ends state of emergency, eyes fresh $1.5trn stimulus
Japan's economy minister said the government had received approval from key advisers to remove the state of emergency for Tokyo and all remaining regions.
Japanese government panel says time right to lift emergency in five prefectures
The Japanese government was set to end its nationwide state of emergency by lifting the order for Tokyo, its surrounding areas and Hokkaido on Monday.
Globalfoundries to implement ITAR and strict security assurances at New York fab
Globalfoundries has announced plans to implement export control security measures at its most advanced manufacturing facility, Fab 8, in Malta, New York. GF will bring its Fab 8 facility into compliance with both the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) standards and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), making the company the most advanced ITAR foundry in the country.
Gold rates today hikes in Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, and Mumbai - 25 May 2020
Gold rates today on 25 May 2020: Gold rates have increased by a slight margin on Monday. These gold rates have been on rise after a fall for the last couple of days.
JK Rowling condemns Dominic Cummings' reported flouting of lockdown rules
She has criticised the adviser for reportedly making a trip while he and his wife had COVID-19 symptoms.
UAE Exchange Centre starts refunding customers - but many still wait for their money
Many transactions had been delayed for two months as company seeks a way out
Japan set to end Tokyo’s state of emergency
The measure has been in place in the city since April 7.
Japan set to end Tokyo’s state of emergency
The measure has been in place in the city since April 7.
Oil falls as US-China tensions take toll
Oil prices have risen sharply in recent weeks as an easing of coronavirus restrictions has led to increased demand, but the tensions between the United States and China are beginning to weigh on sentiment.
COVID-19: Hundreds test positive at meatpacking plant in Brazil
SAO PAULO: Hundreds of meatpacking workers at a single BRF SA plant in southern Brazil have tested positive for the novel coronavirus, the company ...
Skills and training overhaul to form centrepiece of PM’s economic recovery plan
Prime Minister Scott Morrison will unveil major changes to skills and vocational training in a major economic speech about coronavirus recovery.
BBC4 history presenter Janina Ramirez says scrapping the channel will punish elderly viewers who rely on arts and culture shows
BBC Four has fewer than a million views most nights with an average age in their sixties. But presenter Dr Janina Ramirez (pictured) said teens also enjoyed her programmes.
Global shares up as recovery hopes overshadow virus worries
TOKYO (AP) — Global shares rose Tuesday as hopes for economic recovery overshadowed worries over the coronavirus pandemic. Investors are shifting their focus to how various nations are adapting to...
Covid impact: Private banks set aside over 75% of operating profit as provisions in Q4
All of them provided aggressively in view of the Covid-19 outbreak and the repayment moratorium, which also requires pre-emptive provisioning. Some red-flagged risks that could arise out of the retail unsecured segment.
Celebrity Gogglebox series 2: Who are in the new episodes? From Joe Swash to Denise Van Outen
Celebrity Gogglebox is returning for a second series on Channel 4 - but who is back for the new episodes? And who are new additions?
Bitcoin Could Confirm Recent Decline as a “Huge Bear Trap” if It Reclaims $9,200
Analysts are now noting that there is a chance this recent Bitcoin decline marks a “huge bear trap” that could be followed by further upside.
NYC’s urban model faces existential crisis in post-pandemic world
Manhattan needs its people back. But do the people need Manhattan? COVID-19 may not be a pause, as Gov. Cuomo puts it, but a rupture — one that has vast implications for New York. For half a
Modi 2.0 first anniversary: BJP to hold virtual rallies to mark year of 'historic achievements'
The BJP will hold "virtual rallies" across the country and organise over 1,000 conferences online as it readies to celebrate the first anniversary of the Modi government's second term whose "historic
Fears of primary school drop-outs from pandemic's digital divide
VULNERABLE children across Ballarat are now at increased risk of not completing a primary school education, let alone secondary studies, a leading children's...
Benje Patterson casts an eye over the entrepreneurial spirit that saw 3,136 businesses started across New Zealand during April when the country was in lockdown
Benje Patterson casts an eye over the entrepreneurial spirit that saw 3,136 businesses started across New Zealand during April when the country was in lockdown
South Carolina teen creates business to help with mask shortage caused by COVID-19
A South Carolina teen decided to start his own mask business to help with the shortage caused by COVID-19.
Bitcoin’s Break Below a Key Level has Opened the Gates for a Move to $5,900
Bitcoin has seen much of its recently incurred technical strength degrade over the past 48 hours, and one analyst is now targeting $5,900
Mary-Kate Olsen files for divorce from Olivier Sarkozy the day NYC courts reopen after emergency petition was denied
MARY-KATE Olsen has reportedly once again filed for divorce from husband Olivier Sarkozy after her emergency petition was denied earlier this month. The 33-year-old Full House star originally filed…
Michael Moore’s ‘Planet Of The Humans’ Documentary Controversially Removed From YouTube
Michael Moore and Jeff Gibbs' controversial environmental documentary "Planet of the Humans" has been scrapped from YouTube. Gibbs and Moore are outraged by YouTube's decision to pull the free film from the website. The film had racked up more than 8.3 million views in under two months. It was pulled from YouTube over a copyright…
Godrej CEO: Focus to be on driving growth as margins are quite reasonable
Till February, the company witnessed an industry-leading 5% year-to-date volume growth. However, the spread of the virus and the eventual lockdown in many geographies of our operations resulted in zero sales in the last 10 days of March.
Rural job crisis ‘deepens’
Unemployment rate increases to 25 per cent from 22 per cent
Manhattan Beach moving ahead with retail reopening
Even before the state announced it would let retail stores reopen, Manhattan Beach was moving forward with its plan to allow small shops to operate.
Meet the Aussie money manager who made millions as markets crashed
Father-of-six Nicolas Bryon didn't get much sleep, but it wasn't family duties keeping him up. He was one of a few hedge funds managers around the world who managed to make money in March and April.
Meet the Aussie money manager who made millions as markets crashed
Father-of-six Nicolas Bryon didn't get much sleep, but it wasn't family duties keeping him up. He was one of a few hedge funds managers around the world who managed to make money in March and April.
FIFA suspend Haiti FA chief over sexual abuse allegations
Fifa has provisionally suspended Yves Jean-Bart pending an investigation into claims the president of the Haiti Football Federation sexually
Silver's Silver Lining
Investors may consider some exposure to silver as the multi-year, supply-demand surplus scenario looks to be transitioning towards a more favorable picture. On
Kotak Bank cuts savings rate to 3.5% for up to Rs 1 lakh balance
This is the lender’s second cut to the savings rate in as many months and brings its interest rate on savings accounts at par with that of the much larger Punjab National Bank (PNB).
Hindustan Zinc Rating: Buy — A steady performance in the quarter
But for Covid-19, volume scenario for FY21 was bright; dividend outlook and execution of 1.2-mtpa project behind ‘Buy’ rating
Pharmacies and chemists issue coronavirus cash crisis warning to Boris Johnson
EXCLUSIVE: Neighbourhood outlets face a looming £300million problem after they were advanced cash to deal with Covid-19
Valley doctor walking 125 miles for patients
A Valley doctor hopes to raise awareness for patient care one mile at a time.
China’s Big Lenders and Fintech Firms to Distribute Virtual Yuan Tokens, which will be Highly Traceable, Potentially Amplifying Government’s Power: Report
Andy Mukherjee argues in a recently published Op-Ed in the Washington Post that the virtual yuan could potentially transform “the relationship between money,
Transat extends Air Canada takeover timing following European regulatory review
TORONTO — Transat AT has extended the timing of its acquisition by Air Canada after European regulators launched an in-depth investigation into the deal over concerns it may reduce competition and result in higher prices.
Police hunting thug after early morning attack in Glasgow city centre at Christmas
POLICE are hunting a thug after an attack in Glasgow just before Christmas. Officers are investigating an assault in the city centre around 3.30am on Friday December 20, 2019. And they have now rel…
Giphy temporarily disabled from Zoom’s Chat features
Zoom has temporarily removed access to GIF platform Giphy in its chat features.
France again ranks No. 4 in COVID-19 deaths as Spain revises tally
France again ranked fourth in coronavirus deaths after the United States, Britain and Italy, as Spain revised its tally down by nearly 2,000 on Monday. The French health ministry reported on its website that the cumulative death toll rose by 65, or 0.2%, to 28,432. But on a separate ministry…
Devastated son demands answers after care firm transfers two residents ‘with Covid symptoms’ from one home with 15 deaths to another that was ‘clear’ of the virus before death of his mother, 81, from bug
Gary Williamson's mother Sylvia, 81, died at Kenton Manor care home, Newcastle, on May 17. Kenton Manor is on the same site as care home Kenton Hall. Both are run by Solehawk.
How to participate in Steve Hartman's "Taps Across America"
CBS News 'On the Road' correspondent Steve Hartman is teaming up with retired Air Force bugler Jari Villanueva to keep the spirit of Memorial Day alive.
Newmont Corporation: Digging Into The Q1 Results
Newmont Corporation released its Q1 results earlier this month, reporting quarterly gold production of 1.5 million ounces at all-in sustaining costs just above
ASX to open higher, $A steady
Australian shares are poised to advance, extending Monday's surge. German shares lift on Lufthansa rescue.
Western Cape’s disaster management bracing for stormy weather
The SA Weather Service warned that there would be more snow and gale force winds on Tuesday morning - and, for those at sea, there would be high seas.
California announces churches, houses of worship can reopen under certain guidelines amid coronavirus outbreak
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday released guidelines for reopening houses of worship amid the coronavirus pandemic, after President Trump deemed them “essential” last week.
IPG Photonics: Buy On Weakness
IPG owns one of the safest and strongest balance sheets in corporate America. The long-term trend of rising demand for lasers of all types puts the wind at your
Australian Prime Minister Rolls Out Plan to Save Economy as China Slaps Tariffs on Country's Exports
Trade relations between the two geographic neighbours reached a new low as Beijing banned several Australian beef-exporting companies and slapped an 80% tariff on the...
Gathering limits make a 'great time to be building a pipeline:' Alberta minister
Alberta's energy minister says it's a good time to build a pipeline because public health restrictions limit protests against them.
Quarantined investors create ‘perfect storm of stupid’ (Plus, a TSX stock skyrocketing on the shift to remote working)
A roundup of investment ideas for active investors
New Bank of Canada Governor Faces Stagflation, Rosenberg Says
Incoming Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem will face a combination of rising prices and stagnant growth as the economy struggles to recover from the coronavirus pandemic.
Is deflation set to become Economic Enemy No 1?
Amid all the uncertainties that lie ahead is the possibility of deflation setting in post-Covid-19. Negative inflation rates would create an even steeper and longer hill to climb out of economic recession than we are already expecting. It will all come down to whether demand under- or over-shoots supply. The jury is out.
UK to reopen thousands of shops in easing of coronavirus lockdown – Johnson
LONDON, May 25 (Reuters) - Britain will reopen thousands of high street shops, department stores and shopping centres next month, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Monday, setting out a timetable for businesses as part of moves to ease the coronavirus lockdown.
Frozen Black BMW M760Li xDrive gets some aftermarket upgrades
Auto-Dynamics.pl takes the already extroverted BMW M760Li and enhances its design with a few aftermarket touches
Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: GBP/USD taking advantage of a softer US dollar and slight risk-on tones
GBP/USD is currently trading at 1.2192 and slightly higher at the start of the week. Investors remain bullish on the relaxation of lockdown measures w
Coronavirus lockdown | UK to reopen thousands of shops next month, says Boris Johnson
Johnson is keen to restart an economy which has been all but shut down since Britain entered a lockdown to try to stem the spread of disease.
Pet owner kung-fu kicked crazed knifeman who told him 'I'll cut your dog then slit your throat'
Paul Norton suffered facial wounds in the unprovoked attack while walking his dog in a wood where a thug threatened to kill him and his dog Jess.
Delhi gas operators seek tax relief, loan restructuring to deal with lockdown impact
Pummeled by evaporating demand and fall in business due to the lockdown, city gas operators such as Adani Gas, GAIL and Torrent Gas have sought tax relief and loan restructuring to tide over
CRA extends some trust and corporate filing deadlines
The Canada Revenue Agency is extending some of the filing deadlines for corporations and trusts in a move to help businesses and tax preparers dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic.
PCCI supports cut in corporate taxes
The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry said it strongly supports the immediate passage of the Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives for Enterprises Act which was formerly known as the Corporate Income Tax and Incentives Reform Act.
Climate change ‘killing far more people than we record’, experts warn
Official death records are not reflecting the actual amount of deaths caused by the climate crisis, according to a new study. A team of Australian health experts claim there is a “substantial
Care home sets up drive-through for families to see residents in lockdown
Residents were reunited with family members they had not seen in a while.
Coronavirus: Nicola Sturgeon unable to rule out link between delayed discharge patients and care home deaths
Nicola Sturgeon has said she acted with “thought and care” around the discharge of hundreds of untested hospital patients into care homes but admitted she cannot rule out links to a deadly wave of coronavirus.
COVID-19: Dubai Tourism, stakeholders discuss strategies for industry revival
Emirates commenced passenger flights between Dubai and nine destinations from May 21
UW Medicine furloughs 4,000 more workers, citing coronavirus budget hit
These reductions, along with furloughs announced for 1,500 nonunion staffers last week, mean that more than 15% of UW Medicine's workforce will go without pay for one to eight weeks.
Gold Price Analysis: XAU/USD meets a plateau as global CODVID curve peaks
The price of XAU/USD is at $1,727.88, -0.45 and has sunk from a high of $1,735.67 falling to $1,721.61 on the day. Gold is a complicated mix of deflat
UFC odds: Kamaru Usman vs Conor McGregor betting line should have ‘Marty’ fans licking their chops
Conor McGregor vs. Kamaru Usman odds: "Notorious" opens as 2-to-1 betting underdog against "The Nigerian Nightmare" for their proposed UFC welterweight title fight.
Missouri salon may have exposed 140 customers to coronavirus
Dozens of Great Clips clients in Missouri may have left the salon with more than a new haircut.
Outdoor markets and car dealerships will reopen from next Monday
The prime minister announced that from from June 15 non-essential shops will also be allowed to reopen.
Coronavirus: Details on test, trace, isolate still to be released, admits First Minister
Key details of the Scottish Government's test, trace and isolate plans "vital" to the next phase of lockdown restrictions being rolled out will not be revealed until days before the review takes place.
Capturing The Trend In Cryptocurrencies
Bitcoin's price volatility reaches 6-year high. The upward momentum of cryptocurrencies can create enormous returns on investment, but the downside risk is subs
Outdoor markets and car showrooms can open next week in England
Boris Johnson announces other non-essential retail premises can reopen in three weeks
Arista Networks: Free Cash Flow To Drive The Stock Back To $300
Arista Networks displays a stellar balance sheet and juicy net profit margins. Discounted cash flow model points towards a return to $300/share, with prudent gr
How JioMart Can Help Facebook's WhatsApp Monetize 400 Million Users
JioMart launched a pilot project on April 27 in which WhatsApp plays a major role. On May 22, the company announced the official launch of the JioMart platform.
Yul Edochie: Teachers who flog students for speaking vernacular should be ashamed of themselves
Yul Edochie, Nollywood actor, says teachers who engage in flogging students for speaking vernacular should be ashamed of themselves.
YouTube for Android tests showing relevant web searches alongside video results
YouTube has been spotted showing results from Google Search together with videos in the YouTube Android app's search results. Though the test isn't
Federal government launches hotline to offer businesses advice amid COVID-19 pandemic
The federal government has partnered with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce to launch a hotline to provide free advice to businesses.
Prices Of N-95 Masks Fall 47% After Pharma Pricing Body's Advisory: Government
Leading manufacturers and importers of N-95 masks have reduced prices by up to 47 per after regulator NPPA stepped in to ensure the availability of this respiratory protection device at affordable rates in the country, the government said on Monday.
Birthday parade thrown for baby who lost parents in Texas Walmart shooting
A Texas baby who lost both of his parents in last year’s El Paso Walmart massacre marked his first birthday over the weekend — with his community turning out for a parade in his honor,
Understanding VC cycles for post-pandemic success
VC investing is currently in a 'triage' stage. Here's a look at how that will change as we gradually emerge from the pandemic.
SA's corruption fighters may be crippled as justice sector faces cash crunch over Covid-19
The fight against corruption may falter while the country deals with the Covid-19 pandemic, as a budget cut of R1.7 billion is being "bandied about" for the already perennially cash-strapped justice sector.
Redundancies pitting workers against each other
New Zealand and immigrant workers are being pitted against each other as South Island businesses wield the axe over thousands of jobs. Unions say...
Amazon Launches Food Delivery Service With “Amazon Food” In India
Amazon is starting to offer online food delivery, which is called Amazon Food, in Bengaluru.
Hong Kong And Chinese Markets Face Economic, Political, Technical Headwinds
Stocks Analysis by Candy Matheson covering: Hang Seng, Shanghai Composite. Read Candy Matheson's latest article on Investing.com
Retail Today: How The Great Toilet Paper Scare–And More Ordinary Factors–Are Affecting Luxury Product Showrooms And Sales
How independent luxury products retailers are doing, and what's next on the horizon: A visit with the executive director of Luxury Products Group, a buying group and multi-faceted business-improvement resource for independent bath, kitchen and lighting showrooms, Jeff MacDowell.
Work begins, but salons struggle to make the cut
According to him, even the number of customers has come down drastically due to lack of space inside the salon to maintain physical distance. Most of the salons have two to four work stations. As of now, salons can accept only two customers at a time.
Breaking Through The Glass Ceiling - A Spring For Women In Artificial Intelligence
Many women have historically seen both AI and drug discovery as predominantly male professions.
British cheesemakers call on consumers to buy Stilton as sales plummet 30%
The makers of the famous English cheese Stilton -- first British cheese to be awarded the protected designation of origin status -- are worried about the future after a sharp drop in sales since the introduction of containment and the closing of borders during the pandemic.
Mink pass coronavirus to humans in the Netherlands
At least two people have caught the coronavirus from mink in the Netherlands, in probably the first mink-to-human transmission cases. The risk of infection outside mink farms is "negligible," Dutch officials said.
Is It The Right Time To Buy Raytheon Technologies After A 55% Fall In 2020?
Raytheon Technologies, best known for its missiles and other aerospace and defense products, has seen its stock fall more than 50% year-to-date, as the coronavirus pandemic is expected to have a significant impact on its aerospace business. Raytheon’s stock also remains down by about 45% from...
Hyderabad firm launches advanced version of e-procurement tool
Hyderabad-based Acads360 India has unveiled the advanced version of its e-procurement tool, PRM360 -the Covid-19 management solution, to address the procurement challenges confronted by manufacturing sector.
Uttar Pradesh govt completes skill mapping of 14.75 lakh migrants
The Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh has completed the task of skill mapping of 14.75 lakh migrant workers who have returned
Sioux Falls teachers say goodbye to long-empty classrooms
Language Arts teacher Tracie Robinson sat cross-legged in the hallway outside her classroom at Memorial Middle School. A list of names and locker numbers lay to her left and a stack of paper bags to h
Case against flying school instructor for molestation
Two more girls accuse him of same; Vishakha committee set up for probe
Canada's banks to cement status as solid investments in a crisis
Canada's banks to cement status as solid investments in a crisis
VFX artists work from home to recreate the era of 1971 for Ajay Devgn's Bhuj: The Pride of India
Bhuj, scheduled for I-Day opening, still racing towards finish line; release date uncertain due to coronavirus outbreak
Creative introduces the Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus Pure Edition in a white finish with added RGB effects
Creative has introduced the limited edition Sound BlasterX AE-5 Pure Plus Edition in a white variant with additional RGB lighting. The Sound BlasterX AE-5 Pure Plus Edition also supports Dolby Digital and DTS encoding and uses the Sound Core3D DSP and the ESS Sabre 32 Ultra DAC for 32-bit 384 kHz playback and 122 dB SNR.
L&T Rating: Buy — A modest showing in the final quarter
FY21/22e EPS down 15% to factor in Covid-19; TP cut to Rs 1,394; ‘Buy’ maintained
EU-Startups Job Board: 5 exciting startup jobs waiting for you in sunny Spain
With many Spanish cities now in phase 1 or phase 2 of the ‘de-escalation’ of the quarantine, many more startup jobs and opportunities are opening up. The EU-Startups job board, which we just relaunched, is proof of this, having received a small influx of jobs the past few days. Whether you’re a m
Passenger air services to NE resume
GUWAHATI: Commercial passenger air services to the Northeast resumed along with rest of the country on Monday, with LGBI Airport here being gateway to the region, handling eight flights (arrivals and departures), official reports stated.However
Startup Livspace lays off 450 employees on adverse business impact from COVID-19
Founded in 2015 by Ramakant Sharma and Anuj Srivastava, Livspace provides a three-sided marketplace and a design automation platform that connects homeowners, certified designers and vendors.
Here Are The Parts Of The ‘Fortnite’ Map The Doomsday Countdown May Destroy For Season 3
The Fortnite Doomsday countdown is ticking down, and here's what a destroyed, flooded map could look like for season 3.
The removal of LVR restrictions on new mortgage lending probably won't be much help to first home buyers in high priced areas like Auckland, Bay of Plenty, Wellington and Nelson
The removal of LVR restrictions on new mortgage lending probably won't be much help to first home buyers in high priced areas like Auckland, Bay of Plenty, Wellington and Nelson
Responding to the Covid economy Part 1: Understanding supply and demand shocks — Ong Kian Ming
MAY 25 — It has been more than 2 months since the 18th of March 2020, which was the start of the movement control order (MCO) in Malaysia. The full extent of the negative economic impact domestically will not be known for a few months. But as we approach the 9th of June, 2020, and hopefully, the...
Dr Reddy’s Rating: Neutral — A strong performance in the quarter
FY21/22e EPS up 2/5%; TP raised to Rs 3,775 from Rs 3,490; ‘Neutral’ retained as valuations capture positives
BSE, NSE shut today on account of Ramzan Id
On May 22, the Sensex ended 260.31 points lower or 0.84 percent at 30,672.59, while Nifty fell 67 points or 0.74 percent at 9,039.25.
Tiger Brands looking at 'significant' job losses as it counts cost of pandemic
Tiger Brands employs more than 11,200 people in South Africa, excluding seasonal staff, a company spokesperson said.
US unemployment rate could rise to above 25% - Goldman Sachs
Analysts at Goldman Sachs now estimate the US unemployment rate could rise to above 25%. The jobless rate was previously forecasted to peak at 25%. Th
India user base grew 120%; focus on developing culturally relevant products: Snapchat
Snap Inc Managing Director (International Markets) Nana Murugesan said the company has been expanding its team in India
40% travel, tourism firm staring at complete shutdown risk in next 3-6 months: Report
The report said that 81 percent travel and tourism companies have lost their revenue up to 100 percent while 15 percent of the companies have witnessed it slide up to 75 percent.
SAA's BRPs granted leave to appeal decision to halt retrenchment process
The BRPs and SAA then argued that there was a reasonable prospect that the facts would receive a different treatment by the Labour appeal court and leave to appeal has now been granted.
Govt directs liquor shops to ensure sale of alcohol through proper scanning
After excise department observed liquor being sold at vends was not being properly scanned, the Delhi Government directed State-run liquor shops in the national Capital to ensure 100 per cent sale of alcohol through proper scanning. The excise department issued the directive after observing that
Strawberry-banana milkshake moth wins over netizens
Sometimes you can appreciate the beauty of Mother Nature sitting right in your home. That’s what happened with Twitter user Rebecca
Global shares rise on hopes for economies’ gradual reopening
TOKYO (AP) — Global shares rose Monday, with Europe tracking gains in Asia despite news that the German economy fell into recession in the first quarter of the year amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Woman suffered internal bleeding after wrong pills given
A senior pharmacist who prescribed the wrong medication to a customer causing her internal bleeding sought to cover up the incident and blame it on...
Venice Film Festival to go ahead with 2020 edition
The Venice Film Festival is on its course to hold the 2020 edition this September, the region's governor has confirmed.
Did You Know eBay Is Probing Your Computer? Here’s How To Stop It
Going, going, gone too far? The world's most famous online auction site probes your computer when you connect. Here's why, and what you can do about it.
Australian skiers book hotels
Australian tourists hoping for a ski season are already making bookings and inquiries at Wakatipu hotels. Novotel Queenstown Lakeside general...
Two months of lockdown: Sensex gains 15%, 45 BSE500 stocks rally over 50%
Among largecaps (BSE Sensex), M&M, Reliance Industries, Bharti Airtel, Sun Pharma, Hero MotoCorp and Bajaj Auto gained 32-58 percent, whereas only four stocks were in the red.
Who Wins In Recessions? The Rich And The Lucky
While virtually everyone else has been struggling through the COVID-19 recession, billionaires added more than $400 billion to their wealth.
Just Dial Q4 net profit rises 21.6% to Rs 76.1 crore
The company had posted a net profit of Rs 62.5 crore in the same period a year ago, Just Dial said in a regulatory filing.
H&J Smith looking to close stores
H&J Smith Group says it is considering closing stores in the South, affecting 175 staff, as it tries to secure its long-term future.
Drone Deliveries In Canberra Surge 500%
Wing, a drone delivery company that is owned by Alphabet, has been trialling its services in Canberra, and since February, the firm has recorded a 500% increase in its delivery volumes.
Ethiopia records highest daily Covid-19 rise with 88 new cases
Thirteen are said to have travel history from abroad.
Egypt’s Min. of Culture’s YouTube Channel exceeds 25 M visits in 60 days
The ministry monitored the interaction of 1,600,000 viewers with the shows it presented and the subscriptions to the channel exceeded 100.290 subscribers within two months.
Newmont Stock Has Doubled. Is It Still A Buy?
Despite the bear market brought on by the coronavirus, close to 4% of all U. S. stocks with a current market value of $500 million or more have doubled in the past year, including the largest U.S.-based gold mining stock. Too late to buy?
Tony Bellew backs Dominic Cummings after he broke lockdown to visit his parents
Dominic Cummings has incurred the wrath of the British public after he broke lockdown but former light heavyweight champion Tony Bellew has no issue with his decision
Isolation develops patience and creativity
Artist Karimwabo is now painting realistic portraits in navy blue on white backgrounds.
ARA: ‘Retailers Need More Flexible Trading Hours’
The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) is calling for greater flexibility when it comes to trading hours and penalty rates, in order to support the retail sector as it begins to recover from the COVID-19 lockdowns.
Jamaica Leads The Way In Profiling Post-Pandemic Travel And Travelers
Jamaica, and all of its famous resorts, leads the way in establishing COVID-19 protocols for 2020 travel.
Boot Your Pi Over USB
Historically, booting a Raspberry Pi required an SD card. However, if you follow [tynick’s] instructions, you can get a Pi 4 to boot from the USB port. Combine it with a small solid state dis…
Boulders placed near Shag Rock to protect breeding penguins
More boulders have been put near a Christchurch pathway to help protect white-flippered penguins during their nesting season. When the Coastal...
Woman suffers internal bleeding after pharmacist gives wrong medication
A senior pharmacist who gave the wrong medication to a customer, causing her internal bleeding, doctored records then tried to blame a colleague...
Global shares rise on hopes for economies' gradual reopening
Global shares rose Monday, with Europe tracking gains in Asia despite news that the German economy fell into recession in the first quarter of the year amid the coronavirus pandemic.
OMCs’ profits seen diving 88% to Rs 3,600 crore in FY20
Analysts expect these firms’ profits to remain lower than FY19 levels, in both FY21 and FY22, due to muted marketing margins and stagnant volumes.
Walmart's Mexico unit pays scaled-down tax of $358 million after government talks
Walmart's Mexico unit pays scaled-down tax of $358 million after government talks
Texas Instruments makes it harder to run programs on its calculators
Texas Instruments has pulled the support for assembly-based programs on its graphing calculators -- it's meant to fight cheating, but also hurts hobbyists.
Stock Market Boost: Unemployment Outlook Shifts To Positive
The unemployment trend, no longer rising, now looks ready to decline
A “Replication Crisis?” No, It’s Academic Demagoguery
What’s the deal with the “replication crisis” in social science?
A “Replication crisis?” No! It’s Academic Demagoguery Part I
What’s the deal with the “replication crisis” in social science?
Screening programmes resumed
Nationwide cancer screening programmes are resuming in the South following the easing of Covid-19 restrictions, but with new safety protocols in...
Pandemic Receding, Investors Review The Fallout
But if we are dealing with this come July, markets are going to reassess big time.
China Will Use Its Digital Currency To Compete With The USD
Digitization of currency is inevitable — it is whether or not it is cryptocurrency that prevails that will determine whether that will be at the hands of nation-states battling with one another, or a set of independent peers cooperating with one another.
LNP's Ted Sorensen to retire after 26 years in local and state politics
The LNP will open nominations for the seat this week after Mr Sorensen announced his retirement on Monday.
History Repeats As Brazil Delivers Another Iron Ore Boom
Brazil’s worsening Covid-19 crisis is making waves in the commodities world with reduced iron ore shipments from the South American country lifting the price of the steel-making material by 30% to almost $100 a ton.
How To Sustain And Strengthen Company Culture Through The Coronavirus Pandemic
Shape, cement and leverage company culture through difficult times.
The big growth leap: Covid gives India the opportunity to get growth without massive investment
Covid gives India the opportunity to remove a 70-year incubus and get growth without having to invest massively.
Miley Cyrus Directs Cody Simpson's 'Captain's Dance with The Devil' Music Video - Watch!
Cody Simpson has released his new music video!
“Loneliness has never been so loud”; AFP’s COVID-19 themed campaign for International Missing Children’s Day
Many of us have felt a little lonely in the past few months as we are forced to stay away from our friends and families during the coronavirus crisis. For many, that feeling of loneliness is constant.
1st deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance
Many laid-off workers who lost health insurance in the coronavirus shutdown soon face the first deadlines to qualify for fallback coverage under the Affordable Care Act.
Rand slips on US-China tensions
South Africa’s economy was in bad shape before the COVID-19 pandemic struck, with repeated bailouts for ailing state firms like power utility Eskom and South African Airways a drain on public finances.
Promoted: 5 features that make the Oppo Find X2 Pro a world-class Android phone
The Oppo Find X2 Pro is one of these phones. And it is Oppo’s best Android to date.
Here are the key challenges and scary facts confronting young people
Without a doubt, there will be more over-qualified job seekers and graduates going after fewer available job vacancies due mainly to automation and ageing population. As a result, more young people especially will increasingly be forced into spending more time in higher education.
Grocery prices start to soar
Experts have attributed this trend to the disruption in production and distribution during the lockdown. They also suggest that prices may continue to fluctuate in coming weeks, with no clarity on how the lockdown will be monitored in the days to come.
COVID-19: International Chamber of Commerce passes landmark AOKpass declaration to protect health data in an era of invasive COVID-10 tracking apps
The International Chamber of Commerce recently presented its AOKpass declaration to safeguard health data in the context of privacy and data security issues with the current crop of COVID-19 tracking apps.
ORC drafting policy online
During the next two months, Otago Regional Council staff will be developing the regional authority’s most significant policy document with input...
A Pandemic Stampede To The Hamptons Leads To A Desperate Search For Summer Rentals
COVID anxiety is even reaching beyond summer as families ponder a permanent residence in the Hamptons.
Green shoots for drought-hit agricultural stocks
With many agricultural firms at multi-year highs it is easy to see why attention is on the sector. But investors must pragmatic about the cyclical challenges.
Live on air: PM’s television interview interrupted by earthquake
Wellington.Scoop There was a public view of the earthquake during morning television this morning – live on air, when an interview with the Prime Minister was interrupted by the shake.
Errabelli asks farmers to go for regulated cropping pattern
Minister for Panchayat Raj and Rural Development Errabelli Dayakar Rao has advised the farmers to go for the regulated cropping pattern
CHRISTOPHER STEVENS reviews the weekend's TV: Stealing raw meat from hungry lions? Now that's real bravado!
CHRISTOPHER STEVENS: Striding across the bristling swamp-grass of the Okavango Delta in Botswana, in Walking With Elephants, Levison Wood insisted on taking his boots off, going barefoot.
Buy Colgate ; target of Rs 1520: Motilal Oswal
Motilal Oswal is bullish on Colgate has recommended buy rating on the stock with a target price of Rs 1520 in its research report dated May 22, 2020.
Global shares rise on hopes for economies’ gradual reopening
TOKYO (AP) — Global shares rose Monday, with Europe tracking gains in Asia despite news that the German economy fell into recession in the first quarter of the year amid...
Panic grips steel city as Covid cases rise to 24
Panic gripped the Steel City as the novel coronavirus positive cases rose to 24 with four cases tested positive in the city on Sunday alone. One of the positive cases reported in the city from Baridih was home quarantined and had returned from Ranchi on May 12. The health team took sample on May 17
Government wants to launch a satellite to help South African students study remotely
As the country’s universities prepare for the move towards level 3 lockdown, the government is looking at possible technologies which could help improve remote-learning in the country, says minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology Blade Nzimande,
Joe Harvey, former New Mexico state senator, dies at 80
Joe Harvey, a former Democratic state senator in New Mexico, who also served as Hobbs city manager for 23 years, died this month.
Hindalco helps S’pur women earn living
When the Covid-19 pandemic is turning life upside down and leading to widespread job losses, a group of dedicated women in Sambalpur district have insisted on efforts in empowering themselves financially with the support of the Hindalco. These women from Hirakud have already prepared more than
Avoid low-interest COVID-19 personal loans, unless strapped for cash
This is the time to utilize your emergency fund. If you don’t have one, partially use investments meant for your long-term goals
TAB makes more than 200 staff redundant
The TAB is informing staff of job losses today after a proposal to cut hundreds of roles due to the Covid-19 downturn.
3 Ways Every Company Should Prepare For The Internet Of Things
The Internet of Things (IoT) is a technology trend that will impact every business. With the amount of smart connected devices exploding, here is how every company can get ready.
Business owners urged to adjust to survive
MANDEVILLE, Manchester — President of the Manchester Chamber of Commerce Kenisha Dw...
Strategies To Hire The Right Person—Virtually
Virtual hiring is here to stay. Here’s how to make it work for you.
Steel back on court as training ramps up
Training last week was more like a quick bump around before everybody headed off back to their bubble again. But it was the first opportunity the...
COVID-19 cases in Assam cross 400-mark
The number of coronavirus cases in Assam rose to 427 on Monday after 35 more people tested positive for the disease, state Health and Family Welfare Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said.
COVID-19: Nigerians Demand Opening Of Religious Places
In a recent poll conducted by SaharaTV on Twitter, the majority of respondents demanded that government should open religious centres while also demanding that the entire country should be re-opened.
Earnings Estimates Decline Further, Pushing Stock Market Valuations Even Higher
Stocks Analysis by Michael Kramer covering: S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, SPDR S&P 500, Apple Inc. Read Michael Kramer's latest article on Investing.com
Former NASA Engineer, Mark Rober, Builds 'Ninja Warrior' Obstacle Course to Get Rid of Thieving Squirrels
Former NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory engineer Mark Rober has spent most of his time creating videos on YouTube that focus on exploring engineering concepts and science through a bunch of fun experiments.
HomeCapital gets fresh funding from Varanium NexGen, others
Startup helps homebuyers with a down payment assistance programme
Union minister Piyush Goyal's interpretation of an 'Atma Nirbhar Bharat'
Business leaders from across sectors interacted with Union Minister for Railways and Commerce & Industry, Piyush Goyal, during the current edition of India Today's e-Conclave 2020 Jumpstart series.
Palm Done Right pushes #SayItOnTheWrapper campaign: ‘Stop hiding palm oil use behind unclear ingredient names’
The sustainable palm oil advocate’s latest campaign aims to encourage manufacturers and retailers to be open about their palm oil use. Unless more shoppers are aware of sustainable palm oil, brands will be hesitant to highlight sustainable palm oil logos, Palm Done Right spokesperson Monique van Wijnbergen tells FoodNavigator.
Southern Company: Still A Stock To Own?
In March 2008, Southern Company announced construction of new nuclear reactors. A dozen years later, Southern’s pair of 1.1 gigawatt capacity reactors are still under construction. And the company’s projected startup date has slid from 2016 to 2022.
Pilot and instructor turn back the years
The aviation industry is facing a grim time, but its people are helping to keep spirits alive, says a long-time Dunedin flying instructor...
Toyota Kirloskar Motor to resume manufacturing operations from May 26
The company officials are closely monitoring and evaluating the situation to gradually ramp up operations, the company added.
FPGA Raises Component Video From A Sinclair ZX Spectrum
An abiding memory of the early-80s heyday of 8-bit computing for many is operating their computer from the carpet in front of the family TV. While the kids in the computer adverts had parents who b…
This heartwarming video of 'Pabbo Badmash' delivers an important message for Eid-ul-Fitr
Studio Rokhan's latest offering urges Pakistan to maintain social distance even on Eid-ul-Fitr
SA wine industry still reeling from effects of exports ban
Wine exports were prohibited for five weeks during the strict national lockdown under level 5.
Brace for long battle as new swarms of locusts fly into S. Sudan: UN agency
The surge may not be controlled by June.
Prices of N-95 masks down by up to 47% after NPPA advisory
N-95 masks were earlier being sold in the market for Rs 150 to 300 per unit and after the advisory by the the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA), prices have been cut.
Ministry discloses updated Egyptian petrochemicals plan 2020-2035
The Ministry of Petroleum disclosed on Monday the updated version of the National Plan for Petrochemical Industries taking place between 2020 and 2035.
Global shares rise on hopes for economies’ gradual reopening
TOKYO (AP) — Global shares rose Monday, with Europe tracking gains in Asia despite news that the German economy fell into recession in the first quarter of the year amid the coronavirus pandemic.
NASDAQ Awaits Other Indices To Follow Its Lead; V-Recovery In Place (For Now)
Stocks Analysis by Declan Fallon covering: S&P 500, US SmallCap 2000, iShares Russell 2000 ETF, NASDAQ Composite. Read Declan Fallon's latest article on Investing.com
Singaporean Mobile Marketplace Carousell Launches Hong Kong Property Platform
The feature, called Carousell Property, provides listings of local and overseas residential and industrial properties for sale and rent through its Carousell mobile application.
Deploy Bear Call Spread strategy in Nifty as weakness expected to continue
Sideways move can be expected with the negative bias as we have seen bearish reversal on the chart twice in the last few days.
Garbage generation rises again with resumption of activities in Doon
The garbage generation in Dehradun which had dropped by about 35 per cent during the initial phases of the lockdown has started to increase once again. During the complete lockdown, all the commercial activities like shops selling non- essential products and services, private offices and other
South Korean cafe hires robot barista to help with social distancing
After managing to contain an outbreak of the new coronavirus which infected more than 11,000 people and killed 267, South Korea is slowly transitioning from intensive social distancing rules towards what the government calls
One-stop spot for fresh vegetables
SHILLONG: Defying the lockdown’s topsy-turvy effect on trade and commerce, the small vegetable growers from various hamlets around Upper Shillong area have created a makeshift market in downtown Shillong which is turning out to be one-stop spot for d
EUR/USD Price Analysis: Peeps above 1.09, but range play continues
EUR/USD is looking to begin the week on a positive note. The pair is currently trading at 1.0905, representing marginal gains on the day. However, des
Buy Essel Propack; target of Rs 200: Motilal Oswal
Motilal Oswal is bullish on Essel Propack has recommended buy rating on the stock with a target price of Rs 200 in its research report dated May 23, 2020.
'Need more stimulus with focus on GST cut, wage support, higher MNREGA spend'
With more rate cuts expected, we expect bond yields to remain soft in the near term.
Michiganders hold $50M in unredeemed bottle, can deposits
Fifty million dollars is a whole lot of dimes.
This Indie Publisher Is Crowdfunding $20 Titles by Top Aussie Chefs, Restaurants and Venues, Including Sydney’s P&V and Lankan Filling Station
If 100 people pre-order the books, it goes into production. If not, the money is given to the venue as a donation. Books in the pipeline include Woy Woy Fishermen’s Wharf, Hobart’s Sonny and two by prominent Melbourne chefs.
Alireza Kohany Suggest 5 Things You Can Do Right Now to Prepare for the Post-Coronavirus Business World
Is your business ready for the five largest macro-trends we are about to see? Alireza Kohany explains...
How drones can monitor explosive volcanoes
Due to high risk for researchers, the imaging of active volcanoes has so far been a great challenge in volcanology. Scientists used a drone for a series of repeated survey flights with optical and thermal imaging cameras at the Santa Maria volcano in Guatemala. A regular and systematic survey of dangerous volcanoes with drones seems to be close.
Vijay Deverakonda is a ‘hot mess’ in new pic
Telugu sensation Vijay Deverakonda has shared a photograph on Insta account and called his appearance in the photo a "mess".
Farmers, ranchers adapt to new eating routines amid pandemic
“We woke up one day, and all the restaurants were closed. All of them,” said Felix Florez, the owner of Black Hill Ranch, a hog farm in Cypress. Just like that, the coronavirus pandemic changed his bu
Buy Strides Pharma Science; target of Rs 421: ICICI Securities
ICICI Securities is bullish on Strides Pharma Science has recommended buy rating on the stock with a target price of Rs 421 in its research report dated May 21, 2020.
Just Dial Q4 net profit rises 21.6 pc to Rs 76.1 cr
Digital directory firm Just Dial on Monday posted a 21.6 per cent increase in consolidated profit to Rs 76.1 crore for the March 2020 quarter.
Electric Cars For Beginners: 5 Silly Reasons To Buy A Tesla Model 3, Chevy Bolt Or Any Electric Vehicle
Consider this: an electric car is practically maintenance free.
If you invested R100 in these companies on 1 January 2020, here is how much you would have today
Sasfin Securities deputy chairman David Shapiro has revealed the biggest winners and losers on the JSE, NYSE, and the NASDAQ exchange this year.
Coronavirus impact: IDFC First Bank senior management takes 10% pay cut; CEO 30%
The bank has also paid 100 percent variable pay to 78.2 percent of employees for the period pertaining to 2019-20 despite the arrival of the pandemic, IDFC First Bank said.
‘Significant Advance’ In Detecting Small, Early-Stage Tumors On MRIs
Researchers celebrate creation of a new technique to pinpoint cancer.
Pandemic has increased money anxiety. Therapists hope to cure that
Interest in financial therapy rose after the 2008 recession, as Americans confronted their fears about money. The field has become relevant again, professionals say
Pritzker issues rules as Illinois prepares for reopening
Barbers and their customers will have to wear face masks. Restaurants will be able to serve diners outdoors only, with parties no larger than six people, spaced apart. And youth sports may hold practi
Webinar by DPS hosts iconic danseuse Geeta Chandran
Delhi Public School Varanasi, Nashik and Lava Nagpur hosted Geeta Chandran, the iconic doyenne of Bharatnatyam, in a webinar on 23rd May 2020. The webinar was seventh in the series titled BREAKING BARRIERS. Breaking Barriers is an initiative to present varied thoughts and perspectives and promote creativity and learning among the students of the three […]
Gold Trading Along Last Week’s Lows
Commodities Analysis by Sunshine Profits (Paul Rejczak) covering: XAU/USD, XAG/USD, Gold Futures, Silver Futures. Read Sunshine Profits (Paul Rejczak)'s latest article on Investing.com
Addressing the Chinese threat in the Indo-Pacific area
There is a growing consensus that China represents both a malign economic threat to this nation's security, and a military threat to our interests in Asia and the Pacific over the next 20 years.
AU Day: Coronavirus has underscored the need for global assistance to African countries – MFA
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has reiterated the need for global aid to third world countries – mostly on the African continent, in the wake of the deadly coronavirus.
TAB to slash jobs
The sports betting agency the TAB is informing staff of job losses, after a proposal to cut hundreds of roles due to the Covid-19 downturn.
Report From Italy – How Consumers Act As Retail Reopens
I was recently introduced to Ms. Francesca Venturi who gave me an insight on Italy's reopening of stores. Her observations are valuable on how the United States shoppers may act.
Still A Lot of Value in Corporate Bond Market
Bonds Analysis by Brian Gilmartin covering: General Motors Company, iShares Nasdaq Biotechnology ETF, Crude Oil WTI Futures, SPDR® S&P Biotech ETF. Read Brian Gilmartin's latest article on Investing.c
2.4 lakh subsidised Tirupati Laddus sold in AP on day-one
About 2.4 lakh 'Tirupati laddus' of the hill shrine of Lord Venkateswara at Tirumala near here were sold on the first day of sales at subsidised price in headquarters of 12 districts in Andhra Pradesh on Monday, a temple official said.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide.
Indian teacher dies of COVID-19 in Abu Dhabi
A 50-year-old Indian teacher has died of coronavirus in the UAE, according to a media report.
Why Orange Juice Sales Are On The Rise
For consumers who prefer to skip juicing an orange and fighting with the pulp in their kitchens, bottled orange juice is an easy and safe alternative. However, during the coronavirus outbreak, sales of orange juice are not increasing because of shoppers' desire for convenience.
Coinbase Investor And Reddit Cofounder Sees A New Bitcoin And Crypto ‘Spring’
Reddit co-founder and early investor in major U.S. bitcoin and crypto exchange Coinbase, Alexis Ohanian, has said he sees the green shoots of a new bitcoin and "crypto spring"...
Kaya: Radhakishan Damani picks up 1.11% stake, Porinju Veliyath raises shareholding to 1.14%
Another well-known investor Porinju Veliyath, through his fund management firm Equity Intelligence India, also held stake in Kaya.
Locusts, Covid-19, bad weather: The anatomy of a food crisis
Millions of people could be “just one shock away from severe acute food insecurity”.
With their April wedding cancelled, Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal are making do with video calls to stay in touch
With their wedding stalled, Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal making do with video calls
Aging In Place? A Check-In Device May Increase Safety And Security
Older adults who are aging in place can augment their level of safety and security by using a check-in device. The old-style devices had a button to press. Today you can use an app on your smart phone
Food prices go up in West Bengal due to Cyclone Amphan
The cyclone has hit supplies and prices of most vegetables have spurt by 20 to 30 percent and will soar further, vendors said.
Landlord allegedly shoots and kills ‘musician’ tenant at Ofankor
A landlord has allegedly murdered his tenant for refusing to vacate a room he has rented to him.
Reliability of power supply questioned
The reliability of the two power lines bringing electricity to Wanaka from Cromwell is being questioned by Aurora Energy whistle-blower Richard...
3 Reasons Bitcoin Will Ultimately Break Out To The Upside
Market Analysis by Andy Hecht covering: BTC/USD, Bitcoin Futures CME. Read Andy Hecht's Market Analysis on Investing.com
The Best Mattress Sales You’ll Find This Memorial Day
Whether you’re starting from scratch or upgrading your bed, right now is the best time of year to buy a mattress.
Cole Sprouse & Lili Reinhart Allegedly Split After 3 Years of Dating (Report)
Cole Sprouse and Lili Reinhart may not be dating anymore.
Tata Motors' JLR seeks COVID-19 support package in UK: Reports
Tata Motors owned Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is said to be in talks with the UK government for an estimated one-billion pounds support package to tide through the coronavirus pandemic, according to British media reports.
This Week: New home sales, US GDP, consumer spending
A look at some of the key business events and economic indicators upcoming this week:
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending
Acceptance of tech will lead Australia’s business transformation
To throw light onto the other side of the COVID-19 canyon, AFR Magazine seeks out those who have proven they can see beyond the horizon – and Rethink.
3 Reasons Bitcoin Will Ultimately Break Out To The Upside
Market Analysis by Andy Hecht covering: BTC/USD, Bitcoin Futures CME. Read Andy Hecht's Market Analysis on Investing.com
As edible oils pact with Malaysia, Indonesia ends, India should now hike import duties: SEA
The Solvent Extractors Association of India (SEA) also urged the government to ban the import of refined palm oils or palmolien in order to encourage domestic production.
Australian skiers book hotels
Australian tourists hoping for a ski season in the South Island are already making bookings and inquiries at hotels. Novotel Queenstown Lakeside...
Tech revolution: Human touch will be irreplaceable in financial services
With the help of technology and greater access to content Indian financial markets are moving from a push market to a pull market.
Tech and property upgrades on the way for Victorian kinders to support three-year-old roll out
Kinders throughout Victoria have been invited to apply for grants for facility upgrades and the purchase of new technology to prepare them for the roll-out of funded universal Three-Year-Old Kindergarten, the Victorian Government announced late last week.
Ferronova secures $3.5m funding for cancer trials
Ferronova has developed technology to help surgeons detect if cancer causing a solid tumour has spread to surrounding cells, it has raised VC funding to prove it works.
Bata India Q4 net profit down 57% to Rs 38 crore
The company had posted a net profit of Rs 88.66 crore in January-March quarter a year ago, Bata India said in a BSE filing.
All About The Bitcoin Halving
Bitcoin just underwent a halving, the third in the cryptocurrency's history, on March 11. Every transaction in the entire history of Bitcoin is recorded on ever
Rally likely in oil prices but upside may be capped on uncertain demand outlook
We expect Nymex Crude prices to face stiff resistance around $40-$42 per barrel. We expect prices to average near $28 per barrel during the year.
Eid 2020: Four Memorable Eid Releases That Bollywood Has Seen Over The Years
The year 2020 is witnessing something never witnessed before, with cinema halls shut and productions halted. Therefore, there will be no Eid releases this year. As we celebrate Eid with nothing to look forward to in the theatres this year, we bring to you a list of four of the most memorable Eid releases in Bollywood.
Increased support payments for newly jobless people
The newly jobless due to the Covid-19 crisis will be able to get $490 a week tax-free for 12 weeks. The Government this morning announced the $570...
UW Medicine to furlough about 4,000 workers
UW Medicine announced furloughs of about 4,000 members of its unionized workforce in spite of the healthcare-system’s position at the forefront of COVID-19 response efforts both locally and globally.
Slump in consumption, exports push Germany into recession in first quarter
Slump in consumption, exports push Germany into recession in first quarter
Govt procures 110 lakh metric tonnes of wheat
Due to global pandemic Corona, this time the Government had to implement lockdown, but the hard work and the spirit of the farmers of the State was the highest this time. This is the reason that this time in the history of Madhya Pradesh, the highest number of wheat purchases was recorded. In
Moments in Time: The day Ian Bishop showed he was still a destroyer
In 1993 the West Indies went into the fifth and final Test of a series against Australia at Perth tied at 1-1 and a number of brilliant performances made the game a one-sided affair, giving the visito...
Over 1.5 million developers have already flocked to the Huawei AppGallery, Huawei's alternative to the Google Play Store
Over 1.5 million developers have already signed up to the Huawei AppGallery, Huawei's in-house app store. Perceived to be an alternative to the Google Play Store during ongoing US trade sanctions, all new Huawei and Honor products will ship without Google Play Services.
Stuff CEO buys company for $1
Stuff chief executive Sinead Boucher has purchased Stuff from its Australian owners Nine Entertainment for $1. The chief executive was returning...
No, Software Still Can’t Grade Student Essays
Robo-grading would be swift, cheap, and consistent. The only problem after all these years is that it still can’t be done.
A primordial world of minerals litters Atacama desert
The Copernicus Sentinel-2 mission takes us over part of Chile's Atacama Desert, which is bound on the west by the Pacific and on the east by the Andes. The Atacama is considered one of the driest places on Earth - there are some parts of the desert where rainfall has never been recorded.
A snapshot of the coronavirus looking at 1% of South Africa’s population
Medical aid group Bonitas has provided a snapshot of how the coronavirus epidemic in South Africa has impacted its members.
China’s E-Commerce Players Post Strong Quarterly Results Despite Covid-19
China’s three largest e-commerce platforms Alibaba ($BABA), JD.com ($JD) and Pinduoduo ($PDD) have all released their earning results for the first quarter this year, and it’s worth taking a minute to review the numbers.
Govt thrust on infrastructure boost to help transmission tower companies: Ind-Ra
According to the ratings agency, the prolonged nationwide lockdown would impact the revenue growth of transmission tower suppliers in the near term, however, the companies that supply T&D equipment are expected to be more resilient than the traditional steel industry players.
'Banking stocks to remain under pressure; ICICI, HDFC Bank & Axis top buys'
Going ahead investors are likely to remain watchful COVID-19 situation in the country, vaccines development, lockdown restrictions with changing economic policies, and crude oil prices movements.
Egypt’s Ministry of Culture’s YouTube channel receives 25M visits in 60 days
The ministry monitored the interaction of 1.6 million viewers with the shows it presented and the subscriptions to the channel exceeded 100,290 subscribers in two months.
For The First Time, No Deaths Registered In The Most Hit Region By Coronavirus In Italy
Yesterday for the first time Lombardy, the most hit region in Italy by coronavirus, has registered zero deaths. But experts say that the data will need to be better analyzed, before it can be considered final.
Hong Kong shares ease on China-U.S. rift, dollar firms
Hong Kong shares extended losses and a gauge of Asian stocks was largely subdued on Monday, after China's move to impose a new security law on Hong Kong heightened concerns about the future stability of the city and global trade prospects. Hong Kong's HSI index fell 0.4% after sinking 5.5% on
bidorbuy helps South African businesses get back to work
bidorbuy is making it easier for businesses in different sectors to plan for when they may be permitted to reopen.
Bishop Chases Worshippers Without Face Masks Out Of Enugu Church
He wondered why people were violating the measures put in place to contain the spread of the coronavirus pandemic
Cree Stock Headed Below $35?
Due to the spread of the novel Coronavirus that has rattled the stock markets and the broader economy, at the current price of $50 per share, we believe Cree stock (NASDAQ: CREE) could see significant downside if there are no signs of abatement of the crisis by June 2020...
Big storm hits Western Australia
Wild weather downed trees and left tens of thousands of people without power in Western Australia, as emergency services began cleaning up in Perth...
Sovereign rating: Economists shrug off downgrade fear amid Covid crisis
Unprecedented crises, they stress, warrant elevated government spending to rekindle growth impulses fast and protect both lives and livelihood, while fiscal hawkishness is best reserved for normal times.
Germany's top court to rule on compensation for VW diesel cheating
In an early May hearing, judges at the Federal Court of Justice (BGH) said there was a chance for at least partial compensation for some VW buyers, saying they had indeed been harmed by purchasing a manipulated vehicle.
Milan-based AppQuality nabs €3.5 million for its crowd testing platform
Italian startup AppQuality, a crowd testing platform, has announced raising €3.5 million in a round led by P101 SGR and ITA500 (the venture capital fund established by Azimut Libera and managed by P101), alongside Italian Angels for Growth (IAG), and Club Italia Investimenti 2. Founded in 2015, A
A WALK DOWN MEMORY LANE
Parineeti Chopra in a throwback photo from a film shooting. She has been propping her phone against books to shoot videos during the lockdown.
Huawei seeks stable chip supply from Samsung and Hynix
Huawei Technologies Co. has sought high-level assurances from Samsung Electronics Co. and SK Hynix Inc. they will continue to supply memory chips despite mounting pressure from the U.S. to isolate the Chinese telecommunications company, the Korea Economic Daily reported.
Tiger Brands faces R500 million-plus hit to profit because of lockdown
South African packaged goods group Tiger Brands says that the nine-week high level lockdown has cost it half a billion in profits, as the group faces procurement pressure, global supply chain issues and pricing regulation.
Gold – the solution to a $5,300,000,000,000 money printing problem
Defend your portfolio against inflation with gold.
Shares in depository account can be used as margin till August 31: SEBI
The markets regulator in February came out with framework on margin obligation to be given by way of pledged or repledged shares in the depository system.
Oil Has Recovered From Record Lows But $40 Prices Unlikely Before Q3 2020
Market has recovered from record lows but a clear cut pathway for a sustained rally isn’t here yet.
Would Modi government move towards direct cash transfers?
Merging state and central income support schemes will make Rs 5 lakh crore available to extend basic income to poor households; this will also stop leakages.
Thousands without power in Western Australia after once in a decade storm
Wind speeds of up to 132 km/hour (82 mph) were registered at Cape Leeuwin, one of the state's most south-westerly points early on Monday, the strongest May gusts in 15 years, according to the Australia Broadcasting Corp.
Forex - Dollar Drifts Higher in Thin Trade as Hong Kong Flares up Again
Forex - Dollar Drifts Higher in Thin Trade as Hong Kong Flares up Again
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.
Growth Of Million-Dollar, One-Person Businesses Accelerates
US Census statistics show that a growing number of solopreneurs and business partnerships broke seven figures in 2018.
Finances And Coronavirus: Threats And Opportunities In Lockdown Era
The financial impact of coronavirus will be felt far and wide - but while it is painful for some, it is delivering surprising benefits for others, at least in the short term
Economist Brian Easton says the media treat budgets as bit of a circus: lots of theatre and soon forgotten. For a serious economist they show how the official team of economists is thinking about the wider economy
Economist Brian Easton says the media treat budgets as bit of a circus: lots of theatre and soon forgotten. For a serious economist they show how the official team of economists is thinking about the wider economy
Capped crowds part of next plans for NRL
Capped crowds are part of Australian Rugby League Commission boss Peter V'landys' next plans for post-covid-19 NRL. He wants to start filling...
Chocolate company adapts to new normal
A restructure in the wake of Covid-19 has put Jim O’Malley back at the helm of Dunedin chocolate-maker Ocho. Before the outbreak, Ocho was...
Lexar launches NM700 NVMe M.2 series with speeds of up to 3500 MB/s starting at $79 USD
The PCIe Gen3x4 drive features 3D NAND, LDPC and five-year limited warranty as standard. It's also one of the least expensive NVMe options with read rates of up to 3500 MB/s.
Want a greener recovery? Here are three ways to do it
As policymakers search for ways to jumpstart an economic recovery, several members of Congress are renewing a push for a massive green stimulus package.
Big storm hits Western Australia
Wild weather downed trees and left tens of thousands of people without power in Western Australia, as emergency services began cleaning up in Perth...
Dutch prime minister didn't visit dying mother due to lockdown measures
Mark Rutte today announced the recent death of his 96-year-old mother in a care home in The Hague.
Khammam: Puvvada Ajay Kumar says agriculture officials to Prepare agri plans for kharif season
Transport Minister Puvvada Ajay Kumar told agriculture officials to prepare agriculture plans for kharif season following the government’s directions and crop coverage proposed in the district.
Slate Asset Management launches $500-million fund to finance COVID-hit companies
Toronto-based Slate plans to offer bridge financing, loan restructuring, as well as preferred equity purchases as the industry deals with a massive drop in rent payments
Mall REITs - Under Threat From The Lockdown Flight To Online Shopping
Clearly, online retail taking a larger share of total retail spend is bad news for REITs that specialise in mall real estate. We see this very clearly in the U.
SAS: Who Dares Wins' winner Lauren Steadman compares show to winning gold medal
Paralmpian Lauren Steadman was crowned one of two SAS: Who Dares Wins 2020 champions on Monday night
Ibuprofen does NOT make coronavirus symptoms worse, insist scientists - as desperate arthritis patients use industrial lubricant WD-40 on their aching joints
Arthritis patients are putting industrial lubricant WD-40 on their joints because they fear, wrongly, that ibuprofen will make Covid -19 symptoms worse, a leading pharmacist has warned.
17 Beaches on the Black Sea Coast in Bulgaria Will Be Free This Summer
A total of 17 beaches on the Black Sea coast will have free umbrellas and sunbeds. This was announced by the Minister of Tourism Nikolina Angelkova in Sunny Beach.
Air Force Removes Height Requirement to Attract More Women Pilots
The Air Force said it was dispensing with a restriction that effectively eliminated about 44 percent of American women between the ages of 20 and 29.
Saudi Arabia to Ease Coronavirus Restrictions on Thursday
DOHA (Sputnik) - Saudi Arabia will start phasing out restrictions on Thursday that were imposed to limit the spread of the new coronavirus, Health Minister Tawfiq...
COVID-19: Worries grow that consumers won't come back to malls
Mall owners have a strong incentive to get their properties open safely, as rents have plummeted following the provincial orders to close
Federal government plans to accelerate investments in high-speed internet for remote parts of Canada
Ottawa to launch website that will track broadband infrastructure projects through various stages of progress
Prices of Japanese premium melons plunge amid coronavirus outbreak
A pair of premium Japanese melons sold Monday for just a slice of the five million yen (US$46,000) reached at auction last year, as the ...
Uniqlo to make face masks using underwear fabric
Japanese casual clothing chain Uniqlo, owned by Fast Retailing, said it plans to sell face masks made of fabric used for its Airism underwear line in response to strong demand for protective gear for the coronavirus. The company had previously been wary of making face masks, but a spokeswoman said…
Former CNN Digital Producer on How the Network Has Become the Anti-Trump Channel
Steve Krakauer has done what many in the conservative news media have not: work for CNN. While not his first job in the media world, it certainly provides him much-needed insight when he crafts his newsletter, "Fourth Watch" for TheFirst on the network's fervent anti-Trump bias.
Little boy breaks down as coronavirus stops him paying tribute to late twin
He had entered a picture of his late brother into Grayson's Art Club.
Quantum Computers Could “Completely Shatter” the Current Internet Security Systems Protecting Bitcoin (BTC) Network, Digital Payments, IoT Devices: Report
Nobody really knows when Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptocurrencies will be “vulnerable” to the threat from quantum computers, according to most exp
Pandemic personal finance update finale: A 10-point checklist of things you should have done by now to protect or improve your money situation
This tenth, and last, instalment of the Pandemic Personal Finance Update will look at 10 steps to guard your financial well-being
Air Canada CEO's compensation cut by more than half to $5.8M due to COVID-19
MONTREAL — Air Canada CEO Calin Rovinescu was on track to receive around $12.9 million in total compensation last year, but the value fell by more than half as the airline’s shares stalled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Spoilers: Keegan's dream is destroyed in violent EastEnders scenes
Keegan's hopes and dreams were left in tatters following Monday's episode.
Fed Chiefs Speak: Reading Between The Lines
On May 20, 2020, three state Fed chiefs spoke independently on what they expect the economy to do in the near future. I thought it'd be a great idea to reconcil
Australian PM Morrison rolls out plan to save economy as China slaps tariffs on country's exports – Sputnik
Early Tuesday morning in Asia, Sputnik came out with the news conveying the details of the Aussie PM Scott Morrison’s plan to combat China’s recent pu
Private doctors refrain from prescribing tests, cite BMC pressure
Since two days, several private doctors are refusing prescription to eligible candidates for the Covid-19 test fearing backlash from the BMC.
KIBAARA: Smart food markets for the future way to go
The Covid-19 pandemic has revealed that open markets aren’t built for a crisis like this one.
Mission accomplished at the end of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins — the saving grace of lockdown with its box-office cast
CHANNEL 4 viewers witnessed one of the great military confrontations of the modern era last night. The SAS versus Joey Essex, off Towie. The immovable object versus the irresistible moron. An inte…
Active Ethereum Wallet Count Has Grown 350% Since 2018; What This Indicates
There is one key data metric suggests that Ethereum has built immense underlying strength over the past couple of years.
Kia's Cheapest Model Will Be An Electric City Car
Kia's getting ready for a full-electric onslaught, with 11 fully electric models on the market by 2025, and...
Hulbert: My stock market forecast for June is likely wrong — but watch out for August
The March lows of the coronavirus crash could still be tested, writes Mark Hulbert.
India looks to store cheap oil in United States: Oil minister
India is looking at storing some low priced U.S. oil in facilities there as its local storage is full, oil minister Dharmendra Pradhan told CNBC TV18 news channel. India's plan could be similar to a
New overdose prevention app available in Interior Health region
The Provincial Health Services Authority has launched a new app aimed at preventing those who use illicit drugs while by themselves from overdosing.“T
How music therapy is helping some manage pandemic stress
Many people are turning to music therapy as a way to manage the uncertainties and worries brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.
Man's TV Viewing Joined By A Brood Of Europe's Largest Owl Nesting In Third-Story Planter
A kerfuffle outside one Belgium man’s living room window, which was thought to be from some problematic pigeons, turned out to be a brood of Europe’s large
Air Canada CEO's compensation cut by more than half to $5.8M due to COVID-19
MONTREAL — Air Canada CEO Calin Rovinescu was on track to receive around $12.9 million in total compensation last year, but the value fell by more than half as the airline's shares stalled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Only a Few Hedge Funds Made Money in March and April. Here’s How
Father-of-six Nicolas Bryon didn’t get much sleep in March but it wasn’t family duties keeping him up. As global markets crashed, the Sydney-based hedge-fund manager rose every hour to check on his positions and execute trades.
The Gold No-Brainer
What Eric Fry is seeing as the four catalysts pushing gold's price higher. Make sure your portfolio has exposure to the yellow metal now.
1st deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance
WASHINGTON - Many laid-off workers who lost health insurance in the coronavirus shutdown soon face the first deadlines to qualify for fallback coverage unde
Stacey Solomon says she wants another baby with Joe Swash a year after welcoming Rex
TV personality Stacey Solomon - who is mother to three children - has spoken about her plans to have more kids with partner Joe Swash
Ayesha Curry explains how she transformed her figure
The mother-of-three completely changed her diet.
ICMR sits on proposal to try Rs 5 arthritis drug in Covid cases
India News: The affordable and time-tested anti-inflammatory arthritis drug has the potential to prevent thousands of deaths due to Covid-19. Indomethacin has bee
Air Canada CEO’s compensation cut by more than half to $5.8 million due to COVID-19
Calin Rovinescu was on track to receive around $12.9 million in total compensation last year
MULILI & SHAH: Need to lay out post-Covid-19 strategies for
Manufacturing has suffered due to mandated working in shifts and the impact of the lockdown.
Blast from the past: When Sharmila Tagore wanted her swimsuit pics removed
She first faced the arc lights when she was just 14 in Satyajit Ray’s Apur Sansar (1959). No one would have thought that this shy, adolescent wife from this tragedy would one day become India’s foremost sex-symbol.
Carney: America’s Economy Slowly Comes Back to Life
Small pieces of real time, high frequency economic data all tell the same story: the worst of the coronavirus impact on the U.S. economy is behind us. | Economy
Major Japan electronics show CEATEC to be held online in October
One of Japan's major annual electronics shows will be held online in October due to safety concerns arising from the novel coronavirus, organizers said Monday. The Combined Exhibition of Advanced Technologies, or CEATEC, will take place as scheduled from Oct 20 to 23, said the Japan Electronics and Information Technology…
Sex for rent rises with coronavirus poverty - The Nation Nigeria
A growing number of landlords are asking tenants for sex in exchange for housing as coronavirus lockdowns and job cuts have left many struggling...
Desert Locusts Enter Maharashtra's Vidarbha Region
A swarm of desert locusts has entered the eastern part of Maharashtra where district and agriculture department personnel have initiated chemical spraying on crops and vegetation to save them from the migratory pests, said officials on Monday.
There's Always Something To Worry About (And That's Bullish)
Persistence of worry among investors supports a bullish contrarian thesis. The 32% rally in the S&P 500 strongly suggests a new bull has begun. Online retail sa
Our universities need to change for an as yet unimagined future
South Africa needs to build national capacity for an economy that needs skills that are radical and complex. In order to facilitate this, we need to ‘decolumnise’ campuses from the grand colosseums to a vibrant, insightful, smart network of decentralised partners.
1st deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance
WASHINGTON — Many laid-off workers who lost health insurance in the coronavirus shutdown soon face the first deadlines to qualify for fallback coverage under the Affordable Care Act.
SAS: Who Dares Wins' winner Lauren Steadman compares show to winning gold medal
Paralmpian Lauren Steadman was crowned one of two SAS: Who Dares Wins 2020 champions on Monday night
Netizens frown upon Oh My Girl's YooA for mentioning ASTRO after winning #1 on 'M! Countdown'
Netizens are debating a recent controversy surrounding Oh My Girl's #1 winners' speech.On an online community forum, a netizen who claims to be a …
Japan’s Hottest Stock Is Tiny Maker of $40 Million Machines
The list of Intel Corp.’s annual supplier award winners tends to read like a who’s-who of the semiconductor industry’s biggest names. This year, it included a little-known Japanese company whose machines have become indispensable in the race to improve semiconductors and whose stock has been rocketing up as a result.
Is Britain REALLY the sick man of Europe? We've had the most deaths but figures reveal there's more to the story than meets the eye
We take a look at the numbers coronavirus-related numbers we do have and the stories behind the statistics of some of the countries 'apparently' faring better or worse than the UK.
Khloe Kardashian Then & Now: See Pics From Her Early ‘KUWTK’ Days To New Hair Makeover
Khloe Kardashian has gone from Kim's little sis to a successful business woman, fashion mogul, and proud mom over the past decade!
Japan's small clinics driven to brink as virus-wary patients stay home
As Japan eases coronavirus curbs following its first wave of cases, many small medical clinics are scrambling to stay afloat and the doctors who run them are calling for government support as patients keep away for fear of infection. Such clinics are the backbone of a healthcare system short of…
Dancing with disinfectant: China's nightclubs back in the groove
SHANGHAI (Reuters) - Nightclubs in China have mostly come back to life as owners and customers feel increasingly comfortable the novel coronavirus epidemic is under control, but disinfectant, disposable cups and masks have become part of the experience.
Spend the $60b windfall on bigger stimulus
If the Treasury still thinks we are headed for a recession, the JobKeeper underspend should be used to pump-prime the economy.
Grenfell fears prevent timber building boom
Plans to reduce the height of wood-based properties contradicts advice to increase construction.
Huawei is trying to ensure stable chip supply from Samsung and SK Hynix
Huawei was put on the Entity List by the U.S. government in May last year and recently, the ban was further extended by another year. A few days ago, the United States tightened export controls in a move that is aimed at limiting Huawei’s access to chip supplies. Now, the Chinese giant is seeking help …
EU and UK stumbling into Irish border crisis
The looming collapse of the Irish border deal, threatening security, is the elephant in the room in Brexit talks, a top UK think-tank has warned.
China's 'hermit' investors fill doubled oil storage with crude bet
SINGAPORE/SHANGHAI — Chinese financial investors betting on a rebound in oil prices are filling commercial storage tanks held by the Shanghai futures exchange just as fast as the exchange can find them.
Covid-19 patients not infectious after 11 days: Singapore study
The latest findings may have implications on the country’s patient discharge policy. The discharge criteria is currently based on negative test results rather than infectiousness.
Softer rate regime to impact guaranteed-return products
“Yields were in excess of 5% for guaranteed products with maturity of 10-15 years. These products will now have to be redrawn and repriced,” said Sandeep Ghosh, financial sector advisory leader, EY.
Six women prisoners murdered by inmates in Honduras
TEGUCIGALPA: Six women were killed by alleged gang members at a women's prison near the Honduran capital Tegucigalpa, the National Penitentiary ...
From radio chat to reality: How the Sheppard runway gig came to life
A bold idea sparked during a radio interview will come to life on the Gold Coast Airport tarmac this Friday afternoon. Aussie band Sheppard are set to perform an exclusive concert live from the runway…
KKR becomes Jio Platform's fifth investor in five weeks | ZDNet
Bringing the amount of investment made to ₹78,562 crore during this recent investment cycle.
CBN sets 2022 deadline for MfBs’ N200m recapitalisation
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has set April 2022 deadline for tier-1 Microfinance Banks (MfBs) to achieve N200 million minimum capital base....
Natural Gas Price: Futures point to further correction
In light of advanced figures from CME Group for Natural Gas futures markets, open interest extended the choppy activity and shrunk by almost 1.3K cont
Council bosses still deciding fate of bonfire displays in Black Country
Council bosses are still deciding over whether bonfires will go ahead in the Black Country.
Universities plan smaller classes and online lectures in return after coronavirus lockdown
Universities are planning to reopen student campuses from next month as they start to adapt to life after the coronavirus pandemic.
US farmers worried as crop prices dip
Market disruptions have been caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Domino Park Introduces Social Distancing Circles to Adapt to the COVID-19 Crisis
Domino Park has introduced a series of painted social distancing circles.
Kunal Kemmu receives sweetest birthday gift ever from his daughter Inaaya; view pic
'Malang' star Kunal Kemmu has turned a year older today. Wishing him on his special day his wifey Soha Ali Khan took to her Instagram stories to share
Universities plan smaller classes and online lectures in return after coronavirus lockdown
Universities are planning to reopen student campuses from next month as they start to adapt to life after the coronavirus pandemic.
MP's plea to help Young Farmers
An MP has called on the Government to give a share of a new £150 million fund for charities to Young Farmers' clubs in Shropshire, saying they are on course to lose £50,000 this year due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Miller Hull Studio Earns Nation's First Living Building Challenge 4.0 Certification
The Miller Hull Partnership has earned a Living Building Challenge Petal Certification for the renovation of its San Diego studio.
Domino Park Introduces Social Distancing Circles to Adapt to the COVID-19 Crisis
Domino Park has introduced a series of painted social distancing circles.
Asian stock market: Bears keeping the reins as Hong Kong issue intensifies
With the US-China raw over Hong Kong bill hitting risk sentiment across the board, Asian shares remain depressed ahead of the European session on open
Further four deaths and 57 new cases of coronavirus
A further four people who had been diagnosed with Covid-19 have died.
Thanks paid to staff and residents after 'smooth' reopening of Shropshire tips
Shropshire Council has thanked residents and operators of the county's tips following their successful reopening.
Bishop chases worshippers without face masks out of Enugu church
Raphael Ede, Enugu The Catholic Bishop of Enugu Diocese, Most Rev. Callistus Onaga, on Sunday chased out worshipers who were not wearing face masks during the Holy Mass to mark the 2020 World Comm...
Pandemic stifles progress in the 405 diningscape but doesn't kill it
The Food Dude updates the latest news from around the 405 diningscape.
Western Area grabs big stake in rival nickel miner
There's a fresh twist in the saga over the future of Zeta Resources, Andrew Forrest-backed nickel miner Panoramic Resources.
ITC Spice Business To Strengthen With Acquisition of Spice-Maker Sunrise Foods
ITC has entered into a share purchase agreement to acquire 100 per cent of the equity share capital of Kolkata based spice maker Sunrise Foods Pvt Ltd.
World's Longest Running Film Festival - Venice Film Festival 2020 Confirmed To Take Place In September Amidst Coronavirus Outbreak!
World's longest running film festival - Venice Film Festival - is scheduled to take place from September 2 to 12.
Gold Futures: Correction lower on the cards
Open interest in gold futures markets shrunk for the second session in a row on Friday, this time by around 2.5K contracts according to preliminary fi
Ab ki baar, Atmanirbhar: Modi’s mega package is an economic masterstroke
Pandemics, in the past, were notorious for taking away lives. But, coronavirus, or Covid-19, has snatched away livelihood too. With the global economy suffering from an unprecedented crisis, India, which is under lockdown from the last week of March, is no exception. Continue Reading →
Indian Fintech Zaggle Teams Up With Visa to Develop Payments Solutions for Local Startups and SMEs
Indian Fintech firm Zaggle has teamed up with Visa in order to support various payments solutions for SMEs. Both companies will work cooperatively to develop
Plant-based 'meats' catch on in the COVID-19 pandemic
Meat industry's troubles may have provided a boost for plant-based meat substitutes
How do we remain relevant in the work place?
Even though the employers might not even know exactly what you need to do to meet their expectation, they definitely know when the job has been done well.
Short-term rates fall by 30 bps, ease working cap stress
Corporate bond yields dipped 10-25 bps while CP rates plunged up to 20-30 bps lower than levels seen earlier before the impromptu central bank policy announcement last week, dealers said.
Geography Issues: Woman Who Breaks Lockdown Travelling to Welsh Beach Thinks Wales is in England
Despite the UK government advising to ease the pandemic restrictions, Wales is still urging people to stay at home. England, however, has started lifting the quarantine...
Regal, Tribeca-backed Trident Resources mulls spearing the ASX
There could be a new type of mining exposure heading Down Under before too long.
Virus-hit Fiji Airways cuts workforce by half
Fiji Airways lays off 758 staff, while those remaining would face a permanent pay cut of 20%
Andy Richardson: Now even cats like Felix can catch Covid-19
Animals are starting to retreat as humans emerge from lockdown. Some, however, are feeling the strain.
Dancing with disinfectant: China’s nightclubs back in the groove
SHANGHAI, May 25 — Nightclubs in China have mostly come back to life as owners and customers feel increasingly comfortable the novel coronavirus epidemic is under control, but disinfectant, disposable cups and masks have become part of the experience. At 44KW, a club for electronic music lovers...
Gulfport Energy: Stock Appears To Be Overvalued Now Due To The Still High Restructuring Risk
Gulfport's borrowing base was reduced to $700 million, and it is limited to $20 million for further unsecured note repurchases. It has plenty of liquidity for n
Window to file for government health insurance approaching for coronavirus filers
Many laid-off workers who lost health insurance in the coronavirus shutdown soon face the first deadlines to qualify for fallback coverage under the Affordable Care Act.
China's trillions towards tech won't buy dominance
China wants to bring technology into its mainstream infrastructure build-out and, in the process, heave the economy out of a gloom due only partly to the coronavirus.
Miller Hull Studio Earns Nation's First Living Building Challenge 4.0 Certification
The Miller Hull Partnership has earned a Living Building Challenge Petal Certification for the renovation of its San Diego studio.
Shrewsbury charity receives £3,000 to help caregivers
A Shrewsbury charity that is supporting vulnerable people through the coronavirus crisis has been awarded a £3,000 grant to provide support to isolated or bereaved caregivers during lockdown.
Welcome to the flight, I'm your air-hostess, not a nurse
Flight crew will be clothed head to toe to prevent spread of Covid-19
Shropshire village shop marks 10th birthday but 'lifeline' service continues
Set up following the 2008 recession to support a small village between Newport and Market Drayton, the Cheswardine Community Shop marked its 10th anniversary under lockdown, when the lifeline it provides to villagers is more clear than ever before.
Monash, Swinburne, and RMIT universities use optical chip to achieve 44Tbps data speed | ZDNet
Claimed as the fastest internet speed that has been tested and recorded in the world.
Hertz files for bankruptcy after rental-car demand vanishes
Drop in used-car sales compounds financial woes.
Drought-stricken farmers still desperate for rain
Farmers in parched regions of the country say the rain that has fallen over the past 24 hours is a small reprieve - but it's no drought breaker.
Andy Richardson: Now even cats like Felix can catch Covid-19
Animals are starting to retreat as humans emerge from lockdown. Some, however, are feeling the strain.
1st deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance
People who lose workplace insurance generally have 60 days from when their coverage ended to apply for an ACA plan.
Virus vaccine maker's bubble bursts after stock crashes
The bubble continued to burst in shares of CanSino Biologics Inc., which fell a record 28% Monday even after positive early data on its COVID-19 vaccine candidate.
Aussies transmit data at 44.2Tbps
A team from the Australian universities of Monash, Swinburne and RMIT have achieved a data transmission speed of 44.2Tbps.
Dan Osborne pines for his girls with throwback snap amid Jacqueline Jossa 'split'
Dan Osborne was missing his daughters Ella and Mia amid claims they've moved to a new home with their mum Jacqueline Jossa during lockdown
This Week: New home sales, US GDP, consumer spending
A look at some of the key business events and economic indicators upcoming this week:
Dearly departed: 9 big sedans that simply couldn't survive South Africa
After a mere two years, the Volkswagen Arteon has been discontinued in South Africa. We look at other big sedans that failed to survive here...
Dominic Cummings fails to apologise and has no regrets over flouting lockdown rules
Downing Street senior aide Dominic Cummings arrived at his own press conference to explain his widely condemned actions during lockdown 30 minutes late.
Ultra-rare white grizzly bear spotted near tourist resort in Banff National Park in ‘once in a lifetime opportunity’
An ultra rare white grizzly bear has been spotted near a tourist resort in Banff National Park in Canada, a 'once-in-a-lifetime' phenomenon caused by a recessive gene in the bears.
Bharti Airtel parent eyes $1 bn from stake sale to pay off loans
Move to help telco clean up debt overhang as promoter debt also impacts ratings
Mary-Kate Olsen Has Officially Filed For Divorce While Stuck in Quarantine
Pack your bowls of cigarettes and go! TMZ is reporting that Mary-Kate Olsen is divorcing her husband of nearly five years, Pierre Olivier Sarkozy.
Report: Teens Spend Seven Hours a Day Staring at Their Phones
A recent report revealed that teenagers spend an average of seven hours each day on their smartphones. The report suggests that 70 percent of teenagers conceal a portion of their online activity from their parents.
Coronavirus wrap: Women’s football season ends but Silverstone is still on track
The pandemic continues to impact sport.
City explores painting “social distancing circles” on the park lawns after Trinity Bellwoods chaos
Complacency and fatigue probably had a lot to do with the disarray at the popular downtown park this weekend, but where does personal responsibility fit in all of this?
Coronavirus wrap: Women’s football season ends but Silverstone is still on track
The pandemic continues to impact sport.
McBride: A European COVID-19 Winner, But Basic Challenges Remain
COVID-19 has actually helped Europe's largest private label household products company, McBride. The company has struggled to sustain a decent profit margin for
VIDEO: NIDCOM staff after being locked out of NCC office
NIDCOM Secretary Engr. Dr. Yakubu Sule Bassi, addressing the staff of the Commission shortly after being locked out of the office space.
Five business groups urge Ontario to halt commercial evictions during pandemic
Five business groups called on the Ontario government on Monday to impose a commercial eviction moratorium during the COVID-19 pandemic, saying many small and medium-sized businesses are at risk of closing.
Wuhan uses sample pooling to conduct 6.57 million tests in 10 days
This includes a record 1.47 million tests on Saturday
Coronavirus wrap: Women’s football season ends but Silverstone is still on track
The pandemic continues to impact sport.
DDS to focus on ‘local’ aspect in farming
Farmers prepare seeds and fertilizer themselves on the lines of Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan
‘An opportune time to invest in markets’
Clarity on economic recovery to unfold over 2 quarters: Reliance Securities CEO
Insist on institutional quarantine for expats: IMA
Kerala govt. warned of losing the battle against virus
Where college debt is riskiest: graduate degrees
If you take on so much debt for undergrad and grad school and then land a job that doesn’t pay at least an equal amount right out of the gate,...
‘What We Do in the Shadows’ Renewed for Season 3
FX has given What We Do in the Shadows a third season.
Trudeau, Singh pressed on party's decision to access COVID-19 wage subsidy
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faced multiple questions today on why his party applied for a federal wage subsidy program for organizations facing economic hardship due to COVID-19.
Trudeau, Singh pressed on party's decision to access COVID-19 wage subsidy
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faced multiple questions today on why his party applied for a federal wage subsidy program for organizations facing e
Coronavirus impact: Toyota will resume production from May 26
Toyota will resume manufacturing operations at its plant in Bidadi from May 26 in a staggered manner to reduce the risk of contracting the Coronavirus.
Rachel Lindsay Reveals Details Of Hannah Brown Phone Call About Her Use Of The ‘N Word’
Rachel Lindsay is getting real about Hannah Brown's use of the "n word" on Instagram. According to Lindsay, the former "Bachelorettes" had a chat addressing Brown and her Instagram Live video where she sang along to the words of DaBaby's "Rockstar", including the n-word. While Brown insisted she didn't think she actually said the word,…
SolarWinds: The Winds Will Change To Lower Revenue Growth For The Next Several Quarters
SolarWinds reported a strong Q1 with revenue growing 15% to $248.5 million, well above expectations for $240 million. Management provided Q2 guidance which only
Ontario used auto dealers expect tough year ahead, prices already down
A new survey of Ontario used auto dealerships shows the market is already under pressure with more pain likely to come.
Hyundai, Ford set to resume car exports
Lockdown impacted carmakers’ shipments
Five business groups urge Ford to halt commercial evictions amid COVID-19
Five businesses groups are calling on the Ontario government to impose a commercial eviction moratorium during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Delhi's peak power demand reaches season's highest, 56% more than April
Delhi witnessed a peak power demand that reached as much as 5268 MW on the night of May 24.
Anupam Kher Celebrates 36 Years Of His Debut Movie Saaransh, Thanks Director Mahesh Bhatt
Anupam Kher took to his social media handle to celebrate 36 years of his debut movie, Saaransh. Although just 28 years old at the time, Anupam played the role of an elderly school teacher.
Bayer, Lufthansa drive gains in Europe amid holiday-thinned trading
European stocks rose to kick off the week on Monday, albeit with the action thinned by holidays in the U.K. and the U.S.
China’s Civil Law Could Enable Citizens to Inherit Bitcoin
China’s Inheritance Law from 1985 might soon be updated to include internet property and cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin.
Canada's banks to cement status as solid investments in a crisis
(Reuters) - Canadian banks, whose dividends yields climbed during the financial crisis, are again gaining favor with investors, as their pledges to maintain payouts gives them an edge over global counterparts who have shunned them.
Analysis: Smart grid facilitates grid flexibility and resilience
Change in electricity consumption patterns during lockdown has put grid resilience to the test but grid flexibility is currently coping with demand shifts.
Welcome to Polygon’s Studio Ghibli Week
Japan’s Studio Ghibli is about to find its widest audience ever
Five Below: Growth At A Reasonable Price
Management estimates the market can handle 2,500 stores. At recent prices, there is an opportunity to buy growth at a reasonable price. We see potential for a 2
'I don’t regret what I did' - Dominic Cummings defends decision to visit Durham amid UK lockdown
Dominic Cummings has sought to defend his decision to drive to County Durham in the north of England despite the UK's coronavirus lockdown restrictions, saying he believes he behaved “reasonably” and does not regret his actions.
Greyed wood clads renovated Montauk beach house by Desciencelab
Brooklyn design-build studio Desciencelab has overhauled a gabled house in the Long Island town of Montauk with greyed cladding and teak interiors.
Anupam Kher gets nostalgic after completing 36 years in Bollywood
Anupam Kher is one of the most versatile actors in B-town. Over the years, he has made us laugh, cry and shake with fear. The actor has had a stellar career, with some memorable performances. He completes 36 years today in the industry and celebrated the occasion by sharing a special video.
ThomasLloyd, BioPower turn over mobile swabbing unit to Bacolod
Bacolod City received its second mobile swabbing unit as the city implements innovative efforts to provide safe and efficient COVID-19 testing in the region.
Ontario government appoints hospitals to temporarily manage 2 long-term care homes amid outbreaks
The province has appointed two Ontario hospitals to temporarily manage two privately-owned long-term care homes that are currently experiencing severe COVID-19 outbreaks.
Is repurposing MGNREGA the right way forward?
MGNREGA is not the best instrument to help MSMEs in urban and rural areas. Mixing up its objectives can only lead to chaos with no value addition
Microfinance lenders aim at repayment collection, restoring credit cycle amid rising stress
Microfinance leaders fear extended moratorium may increase stress and derail their robust credit discipline.
The Walking Dead: Samantha Morton 'in trouble' after shaving hair and eyebrows
It's all growing back in lockdown.
Cash levels with fund managers globally highest since 9/11; most do not expect v-shaped recovery
In what can be interpreted as a sign of pessimism across global equity markets, a survey of fund managers across the globe, has shown that cash levels are at the highest level since the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
Five business groups urge Ontario to halt commercial evictions during pandemic
TORONTO — Five business groups are calling on the Ontario government to impose a commercial eviction moratorium during the COVID-19 pandemic.
RevoluPAY Now Licensed To Provide Services In Every EU Country
RevoluPAY, a subsidiary of RevoluGROUP, is now able to offer digital banking services to EU member countries with its new PSD2 license.
3 Stocks to Supplement Your Social Security Income
Companies with decent yields with the operations to support their dividends even during an economy-wrecking pandemic are certainly worth considering.
Taylor Swift Fans Think She’s Getting Back At Scooter Braun With ‘Look What You Made Me Do’ Cover
Fans of Taylor Swift think the singer has just outsmarted Scooter Braun with a new song cover that appeared on TV show 'Killing Eve'.
Council to close Blackrock beach tomorrow ahead of planned protest - Talk of the Town
Louth County Council will close Blackrock beach tomorrow afternoon ahead of a planned protest that evening by controversial journalist Gemma O’Doherty. The local authority will close the lower car park from 8am on Tuesday and the beach from 2pm. Both will be reopened on Wednesday. The decision was made on advice from Gardaí. O’Doherty had...Read More→
Bitcoin Hash Ribbons Indicate Post-Halving Miner Capitulation Has Begun
Hash ribbons, an indicator used to depict the health of Bitcoin miners powering the network, has just signaled capitulation for an unprecedented 4th time in thi
COVID-19: Karan Johar in self-isolation after household staff tests positive
Filmmaker says family tested negative but they will self-isolate
'Busy as Notting Hill carnival': Botany Bay residents bemoan packed Kent cove
Large groups of day-trippers ignore social distancing on hot bank holiday weekend
This Accredited Agile Project Management Bundle by SPOCE is 93% off for just $99
With today's highlighted deal, get 1-Year access to accredited training content on AgilePM®, PRINCE2®, & PRINCE2 Agile® for the senior level project managers in the making via Neowin Deals.
Impact of COVID-19: Rethinking The Business Of Fashion
“Fashion is part of the daily air and it changes all the time, with all the events. You can even see the approaching of a revolution in clothes. You can see and feel everything in clothes.” —Diana Vreeland The coronavirus outbreak is first and foremost a human tragedy, affecting hundreds of thousands of people. It […]
OPKO Health: A Hero Against The COVID-19 Villain But Has To Control Those Expenses Going Forward
The company has been able to rapidly ramp up testing for COVID-19. Its revenue figures are down as sales of its other products have been affected by confinement
COVID-19 threatens Chinese traditions of chopsticks, family-style meals | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
At Chilli Kitchen in Beijing, spicy and mouth-numbing Sichuan dishes are laid out family style. Using red chopsticks, diners dive into steaming bowls of pork wontons bathed in fragrant chili oil and sesame seeds, and rummage through platters filled with dried red chili peppers to unearth juicy bits of roasted fish.
Karan Johar's Two Helpers Test Positive For Coronavirus, Filmmaker And Family Test Negative
Karan Johar's Two Members of Household Staff Test Positive, Family Takes Swab Test And Test Negative.
NNPC, subsidiaries have 6,621 staff nationwide – Report
In response to speculations about its staff strength, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has disclosed that it currently has
Pros and cons of investing in NPS for retirement saving
National Pension System is an investment product to save for retirement. However, among millennials, very few like to invest in such a product with a long lock-in period but this pension scheme has everything an investor looks for in a retirement plan.
Medical aid costs shrink but Covid-19 costs are still unknown
Fewer elective surgeries and doctors’ visits save millions, but hospitalisation of Covid patients will negate these savings.
The 6 best smartphone gimbals to spend your money on
Those looking for the best smartphone gimbals will soon realize there are many options available. We are here to help you find the right one!
Algorithmic selling risk of your money
OVER my last 32 years, I have seen many a ‘latest fashion’ encourage investors to run toward emptying their bank accounts.
Millions of trees to be planted after bushfires
The plan is to get state-owned pine plantations back to pre-bushfire levels of stocked trees within a decade.
Current equity losses underline why planned exit from investment is important
In investing, the level at which you invest is just as important as the value when you exit.
Small-Cap Crypto Assets Are Outperforming Bitcoin: Here’s Why This Will End Soon
Over the past few weeks, small-cap crypto assets — altcoins — have been outperforming the market leader in Bitcoin. But there are clear technical and
USD/CNH Price Analysis: Symmetrical triangle breakout on daily chart
USD/CNH gained ground on Friday as the escalating US-China tensions over Hong Kong weighed over the offshore Yuan. The pair closed at 7.1452, confirmi
Co Down-born pharmacist who died suddenly from heart condition went 'above and beyond for people'
THE family of a Co Down-born pharmacist who died suddenly from a heart condition just two weeks after he was told he was at the top of the transplant list, have told of their heartbreak.
The federal government's $60 billion in JobKeeper savings could be used to prop up vulnerable sectors like tourism – but casuals and visa workers will again miss out
Having discovered an accounting error $60 billion in its favour, the Morrison government is ready to go spending.
“I feel pained to raise this over and over again”: Health Minister Harsh Vardhan tells party colleague GVL Narasimha Rao to end debate on Tablighi Jamaat
Union Health Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan has said that he felt pained to discuss the issue of Tablighi Jamaat and their alleged role in the spread of the COVID-19 in India 'over and over again.'
Canadian helps design Crayola crayon set that depicts human skin tones
A Canadian makeup developer has helped create a new line of Crayola crayons that are meant to accurately reflect human skin tones.
From the Archives, 1971: Qantas pays $500,000 ransom in mid-air bomb hoax
In 1971, Qantas paid a $500,000 ransom when the mysterious "Mr Brown" threatened to destroy a Boeing 707 jet carrying 128 people from Sydney to Hong Kong.
St. Louis' violent Memorial Day weekend sees at least 4 killed, 13 others wounded
Police are investigating a string of shootings across St. Louis on Memorial Day weekend that have left four people dead and 17 wounded.
Bizarre scenes after car ploughs into boat, Gold Coast
Emergency services have rushed to the scene in Palm Beach this morning, where a car has crashed into a boat on the street. It happened along Townson Avenue just before 11.00am. Photos of the crash…
With ‘Four More Shots Please!,’ India gets its own ‘Sex and the City’
India’s more conservative viewers say there’s too much sex but overall, the reaction to the show has been “overwhelmingly positive".
Japan looking to end Tokyo's state of emergency, eyes fresh $930 bln stimulus
TOKYO — Japan is looking to lift a state of emergency for Tokyo and remaining areas still facing restrictions while also considering fresh stimulus worth almost $1 trillion to help companies ride out the coronavirus pandemic, Nikkei reported on Monday.
Covid wake-up call: Health infrastructure only 1 per cent of Smart City projects
These 69 projects, located in 55 of the 100 smart cities being developed, will cost an estimated Rs 2112.06 crore — about 1 per cent of the total Mission investment of Rs 205,018 crore.
Congress give boost to COVID-19 fight, to distribute Vitamin C pills in Karnataka's Tumakuru
Since it is difficult to get fresh fruits like orange regularly, especially during the lockdown, these supplements will be useful.
With ‘Four More Shots Please!,’ India gets its own ‘Sex and the City’
India’s more conservative viewers say there’s too much sex but overall, the reaction to the show has been “overwhelmingly positive".
Once-in-a-decade storm hits Australia
In the Perth metropolitan area, electricity supply to about 37,000 homes and businesses was impacted by the storm
Australia begins wide-ranging enquiry into deadly bushfires
SYDNEY, May 25 — Australia today began the first hearings of a powerful inquiry into the causes of catastrophic bushfires that swept across the country, killing 33 people, destroying some 2,500 homes and razing an area the size of South Korea. Fuelled by three years of drought, which experts have...
Aristocrat agrees to $47m payout to settle smartphone game lawsuits
The Australian pokies giant was hit with lawsuits by US customers who lost money playing with "virtual chips" on its smartphone casino games.
Reliance launches JioMart online grocery service, challenging Amazon and Flipkart
Reliance has launched an online grocery service, JioMart, in a move aimed at rivaling Amazon's local unit and Walmart's Flipkart in India.
With ‘Four More Shots Please!,’ India gets its own ‘Sex and the City’
India’s more conservative viewers say there’s too much sex but overall, the reaction to the show has been “overwhelmingly positive".
Top 10 biz headlines: Slowdown blues, coronavirus lockdown impact, and more
Here are the top 10 headlines on Monday morning
Major automakers see demand for personal vehicles going up
Automakers like Maruti Suzuki, Honda, Toyota and Tata Motors expect demand for personal vehicles to go up in the country as social distancing and fear associated with COVID-19 veer people away from public transport.
The Signal That Preceded Bitcoin’s Drop to $3k in 2018 Is About to Flash Again
Just a week ago, Bitcoin was trading just dollars shy from $10,000. But after rumors (since disproven) spread about Satoshi Nakamoto selling his stash of BTC, t
Aristocrat agrees to $47m payout to settle smartphone game lawsuits
The Australian pokies giant was hit with lawsuits by US customers who lost money playing with "virtual chips" on its smartphone casino games.
4 More Oil Stocks That Could Go Bankrupt in 2020
These oil companies are on a slippery slope.
Two more resource sector raisings out of Canaccord
It's a busy morning for small and microcap resources investors.
Oil firms set price hike whopper: P2.30 per liter of diesel
Pump prices could go up this week by as much as P2.30 per liter effective Tuesday to reflect the movement of oil prices in the world market.
Australia begins wide-ranging enquiry into deadly bushfires
SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australia on Monday began the first hearings of a powerful inquiry into the causes of catastrophic bushfires that swept across the country, killing 33 people, destroying some 2,500 homes and razing an area the size of South Korea.
For hard-pressed savers, it's like setting your banknotes alight . . .
Do you know the difference between saving and investing? One means you are probably losing money, the other means you could be gaining.
Captain Marvel 2 Will Show Carol Danvers Picking Up Thor’s Hammer
Thor’s hammer can only be picked up by those who are worthy of Mjilnor. So, what is this we are hearing about Captain Marvel picking...
Household fragility points to post-COVID pain
New data suggesting two in five households have a buffer of less than one month’s pay if they lose their jobs adds to calls for the government to keep stimulus measures in place.
An Analysis Of Dropbox And Box For The Work-From-Home Era
Box revenues are growing but growth is slowing. R&D could improve the current offering. Quarterly earnings give hope there are still near-term headwinds. Dropbo
EUR/USD: Bulls need a better-than-expected German IFO Expectations Figure
EUR/USD is looking to extend its two-day losing run on Monday amid the broad-based demand for the American dollar. Even gold, a classic safe-haven ass
Community Policing: South East Governors reject IG’s model
The Forum's Chairman and Governor of Ebonyi State, Chief David Umahi, disclosed this while briefing newsmen on the outcome of their enlarged periodic meeting held at the Enugu State Government House, Enugu on Sunday.
Business Live: Domestic flights to resume from today; Jiomart goes live to take on Amazon, Flipkart
Updates from the world of economy, markets, and finance
FRSC to Ogun: Relocate Ota toll gate motor park, market
The Unit Commander of FRSC, Akeem Ganiya, made the appeal in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Ota.
Japan plans to end Tokyo's state of emergency, eyes fresh $930 bn stimulus
Social distancing curbs were removed for most of the country on May 14 as new infections fell, but the government had kept Tokyo and four other prefectures under watch
Salmonella found in ‘death dumplings’ that killed a Thai woman
Lab results on Sunday found a dubious dish dubbed “death dumplings” after at least one woman died contained the potentially fatal salmonella bacteria After sale of the dumplings in southeast metro Bangkok was blamed for one death and several...
How coronavirus impacts buyers in real estate market
Notwithstanding the positive outlook for the Nigerian property market in 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted negatively on the market, leaving property investments in disarray.
Australia unleashes ‘Neighbours’ to counter China influence
Canberra will beam local TV shows to seven Pacific island nations in soft power push
China's pork imports in April jump 170% to record high
BEIJING — China, the world’s top pork consumer, imported a record 400,000 tonnes in April, up nearly 170% from a year earlier, customs data showed, as buyers took advantage of low prices to stock up on meat.
Moody’s: Pressure keeps rising for Apac companies as coronavirus impact becomes clearer
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Moody’s Investors Service said about 22 per cent of 476 rated non-financial companies in Asia Pacific (Apac) have high exposure to coronavirus disruptions, up from 20 per cent in March, as the effects of the pandemic on companies’ credit quality have...
Australia PM pushes jobs, Victoria to resume tourism as virus eases
MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Australia’s prime minister stressed the need to create jobs as a way to minimise government welfare spending, while the country’s second-most populous state Victoria set out measures to resume tourism to regions ravaged by bushfires and virus-linked curbs.
Stock, commodity, bond, forex markets closed today for Eid ul Fitr; to resume trading tomorrow
Wholesale commodity markets, including metal and bullion, will also remain shut
Ethiopia records highest daily virus cases
Thirteen are said to have travel history from abroad.
Rolls-Royce increases price-cuts pressure on suppliers
Big equipment makers turn to strained supply chain for savings
Scientists find genes to save ash trees from deadly beetle
An international team of scientists have identified candidate resistance genes that could protect ash trees from the emerald ash borer (EAB), a deadly pest that is expected to kill billions of trees worldwide.
‘Never waste a crisis’: inside Saudi Arabia’s shopping spree
The $325bn Public Investment Fund has spent billions on overseas deals this year even as the kingdom’s economy struggles
Thousands without power in Western Australia after once in a decade storm
Around 50,000 customers were without power on Monday due to storm-related outages after remnants of Cyclone Mangga hit a cold front and brought squalling rain and emergency level storm warnings to the south of the state.
Goa makes Covid-19 negative certificate mandatory for people entering state
The Chief Minister said that Goa is the only state to conduct 13,000 Covid-19 tests on all the people who have entered the borders
Toronto stock market rally led by cannabis while U.S. stock markets closed
Canada's main stock index posted a triple-digit advance to start the trading week on a broad-based rally led by a resurgence among cannabis stocks.
Snapchat is expanding team in India, developing 'culturally relevant' products: Snap MD
Snap's daily active user base in India has jumped 120 percent year-on-year in March 2020.
There is no escaping from climate change, even in the deep sea
Even though the deeper layers of the ocean are warming at a slower pace than the surface, animals living in the deep ocean are more exposed to climate warming and will face increasing challenges to maintain their preferred thermal habitats in the future.
Siemens Healthineers: Excellent Company, But The Valuation Doesn't Scan
Healthineers is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies with a leading position in imaging and advanced therapies. Its diagnostics division has
'Many will starve': locusts devour crops and livelihoods in Pakistan
Farmers faced with worst plague in recent history say they have been left to fend for themselves
Foxtel left floundering by streaming rivals
Roy Morgan has released new data showing explosive growth across Australia’s subscription television market from all providers except Foxtel:
A nice day for a quantum walk
Scientists at Osaka University initiated a quantum random walk by shining lasers on a row of trapped ions. They showed that the observed locations of vibrations spreading out over time matched the predictions of quantum mechanics. This work may help elucidate unresolved questions in quantum chemistry and biology.
Hamburg privacy boss calls for overhaul of EU privacy rules
Johannes Caspar said the failure of EU agencies to cooperate had undermined GDPR.
Ranveer Singh REVEALS the ruthless side of Deepika Padukone in Instagram live chat and her reaction is unmissable!
Ranveer Singh indulged in an Instgram live chat with Sunil Chetri on Sunday and spilled some interesting deets. Sunil Chetri quoted Deepika Padukone s
Virus obstructs US and UK bids for $800m South Korea helicopter deal
Travel restrictions and spending cuts muddy defence sector outlook
Reducing neighborhood crime: Place management of alcohol outlets
Recent research suggests that neighborhood crime may be reduced by enhancing 'place management' resources in and around off-premise alcohol sales outlets, particularly at small and independent stores.
Thousands without power in Western Australia after once in a decade storm
MELBOURNE, May 25 — Wild weather downed trees and left tens of thousands of people without power in Western Australia, as emergency services began cleaning up in Perth today after some of the worst weather in a decade. Wind speeds of up to 132 kph were registered at Cape Leeuwin, one of the...
Global engines fire up again, Europe makes steady start
Europe, despite reeling under the pandemic, is steadily opening up.
Singaporean cooks up Eid feast for migrant workers in lockdown
SINGAPORE, May 25 — As Muslims around the world celebrate Eid al-Fitr to mark the end of the fasting month, thousands of migrant workers in Singapore have had to spend the holiday in quarantine because of outbreaks of the novel coronavirus in their dormitories. To cheer them up, Singaporean...
Weekend Revival: Data shows Bangkok swinging back into action
Every day been feeling the same Good news: The weekend returned to Bangkok as life poured into its streets, bringing a return of activity – and traffic By foot and behind the wheel, people were on the move at levels not seen since early March,...
Makinde, others laud facility managers’ role in COVID-19 crisis
The Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has lauded facility managers for their contributions to health, safety and productivity of people during ongoing CoVID-19 crisis. Makinde noted that as with governance, people hardly commend facilities managers when things are going right, but immediately the ‘ball drops’, everyone remembers their roles. The Governor stated this during the […]
DMart’s secular rally may pause for a while
The stock's at all-time high and at price to earnings multiple of 120 times FY20 score.
U.S. Sanctions against China Tailwind for Bitcoin’s Bullish Moves
Bitcoin anticipates market growth as White House National Security Advisor Robert O’Brien threatens China with economic sanctions over Hong Kong national
Naagin 4: Rashami Desai No Longer A Part Of Ekta Kapoor’s Show Due To THIS Reason?
After coming out of Bigg Boss 13, Rashami Desai grabbed headlines for bagging Ekta Kapoor's Naagin 4. Her fans were happy when she got an opportunity to be a part of one of the successful television
Adele's ex-trainer shares motivational tip that helped her weight loss journey
Adele has been wowing fans with her new figure after dropping weight thanks to a rigorous workout routine following the end of her two-year marriage to Simon Konecki
Retail investors throng capital markets during lockdown period, says Reliance Securities CEO
While Covid-19 has been a painful period for all and the lockdown a pressure for most who have been busy and active, it seems to have drawn people to the capital market.Lav Chaturvedi, Executive Direc
Kia planning a tiny, affordable, short-range electric car
Kia's Europe boss says the car will be a response to people's increasing avoidance of public transport.
First deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
WASHINGTON >> Many laid-off workers who lost health insurance in the coronavirus shutdown soon face the first deadlines to qualify for fallback coverage under the Affordable Care Act.
Gold Price News and Forecast: XAU/USD down by $6 in Asia, weekly chart shows bullish trend exhaustion
Gold, a safe-haven asset, is flashing red at press time even though the growth-linked currencies like the Aussie dollar are struggling to gain altitud
CEO buys ailing New Zealand media giant Stuff Limited for one dollar
Boucher joined as a reporter in 1993 and has spent most of her career at the company
Antec’s Katana DDR4 Memory Features a Combination of Performance and Design
Antec Introduces the Katana DDR4 RAM kit which features either a DDR4-3200 or DDR4-3600 speed and a design inspired by the Katana itself.
Oil price rebound improves investors’ patronage, lifts index by 5.59%
The rebalancing in the oil market, which has resulted in a 94 per cent rebound in crude prices, added to enhanced institutional investors’ patronage in the Nigerian bourse buoyed equities transactions last week, as the All-Share Index...
Derby tea rooms to reopen for takeaways after tough few months
The family-run business was hit by Storm Dennis and then the Covid-19 pandemic
Development of electrode material improving the efficiency of salinity gradient energy
Dr. Jeong Nam-Jo of Korea Institute of Energy Research(KIER) Marine Energy Convergence and Integration Research Team developed synthesis technologies of electrode material that can directly synthesize molybdenum disulfide thin films on the electrode current collector surface to contribute improving the efficiency and economic feasibility of salt gradient power generation using reverse electrodialysis.
Seven questions with Stuart Welch
Alphinity's Stuart Welch talks about why Cochlear has been disproportionately hurt during COVID-19, and why he prefers Transurban to Sydney Airport.
Asian shares reverse early gains, eyes on China-US trade relations
MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan fell 0.1% after starting higher with China's blue-chip CSI300 index down 0.2%. Hong Kong's HSI index dived 1.4% to a two-month low after sinking 5.5% on Friday.
European consumers stockpile savings, adding to economic drag
Bank deposits surge as households seek to shield themselves from impact of coronavirus
What every Canadian investor needs to know today
A look at the morning’s market action
IDFC First Bank’s senior management takes 10 per cent pay cut in FY21
With economic uncertainty due the national lockdown, IDFC First Bank announced on Monday that its senior management has volunteered to take a 10 per cent cut in compensation in the current fiscal.The
Singaporean cooks up Eid feast for migrant workers in lockdown
As Muslims around the world celebrate Eid al-Fitr to mark the end of the fasting month, thousands of migrant workers in Singapore have had to spend the holiday in quarantine because of outbreaks of
Hataman bats for 'new normal' in education
Deputy Speaker and Basilan Rep. MujivHataman made this call to the Department of Education as the education sector, parents and students preparE for the next school year amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic.
Queensland vet pinned up against wall after showing owner the bill
Veterinarian Dr Margie Bale said the pressures of working a clinical practice wears you down.
James Argent reveals cocaine addiction had him suffering two overdoses
Arg wants to ‘own’ his past struggles ‘the way that people like Davina McCall, Russell Brand and Robbie Williams have’.
Snapchat daily user base in India grows by 120%
Photo messaging app Snapchat says its daily active user base (DAU) in the country has jumped 120 per cent year-on-year in March 2020.
Snapchat looking to expand India business based on growth in user base: Report
Social media platform Snapchat is eyeing significant growth in its India business owing to a surge in usage, according to media reports.Snapchat’s daily active user base (DAU) in India increased by 12
Year of Tragedy: Locust Invasion Now Wreaking Havoc in Central India - Video
New Delhi (Sputnik): Locusts from Iran and Pakistan have swarmed India and already caused havoc in Rajasthan. The invasion has now moved on to central India and the...
US-based Alsco seeks permission for Spotless Laundries
The sale of Spotless Laundries is certainly keeping the minds at the competition regulator busy.
Tenants urged to allow safety checks
Fears that many are refusing to have the vital annual safety checks carried out over coronavirus concerns
USD/CAD: Oil to refrain the loonie recovery – CIBC
Oil prices are still sitting at low levels, and the trend back to risk assets looks vulnerable, so analysts at CIBC Capital Markets don’t expect the l
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide.
Queensland vet pinned up against wall after showing owner the bill
Veterinarian Dr Margie Bale said the pressures of working a clinical practice wears you down.
New Facebook Messenger tool to protect minor users from harmful chats
Messenger users will now see safety notices popping up in a chat and provide tips to help them spot suspicious activity and take action to block or ignore someone when something doesn’t seem right
Need to know: Monday
The coronavirus pandemic is dominating global markets, business and politics. Here's our daily take on the most important stories, and some things to watch out for.
Mother tigress becomes embroiled in a fierce duel with her DAUGHTER as they clash over dominance and territory in India
The dramatic moment between the massive tigers unfolded in an open, lush green area at the Ranthambore National Park in western state of Rajasthan in India.
Huawei could still be removed from UK 5G networks
Huawei 5G kit under scrutiny again, but Chinese giant fights back.
The close: TSX gains as pot stocks soar; Canada’s 10-year bond yield at all-time low
Investors look to an eventual economic recovery, but credit markets may be seeing things differently
Crack in fashion! Tesco stocks white eggs for the first time in more than 40 years after huge rise in demand
The eggs - which are used in McDonald's breakfast McMuffins - will cost the same as the brown free-range equivalent, starting from 89p for a box of six medium eggs.
COVID-19: Fiji Airways cuts workforce by half
Pandemic-hit Fiji Airways fired more than half its workforce Monday, as travel restrictions put the islands
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Let’s support farmers and try to keep shopping locally
From milk, meat and vegetable deliveries to the creation of local food hubs, the shop local message seems to have taken on a renewed resonance during lockdown.
GBP/USD Price Analysis: The upside is likely to remain capped near 1.2200 confluence hurdle
The GBP/USD pair gained some positive traction on Monday and for now, seems to have snapped three consecutive days of winning streak. The pair refresh
$26M for city staff payroll
The City of Vernon has disclosed its council and staff payroll for 2019, showing over $26 million in total payments for the last calendar year.
Bitcoin Miners in Sichuan Province Ordered to Shut Down in ‘Orderly Manner’
The Chinese province is said to be home to roughly 10 percent of Bitcoin's global hash power.
40% travel, tourism firms staring at complete shutdown risk in next 3-6 months: Report
The report said that 81% travel and tourism companies have lost their revenue up to 100% while 15% of the companies have witnessed it slide up to 75%
Wheat procurement by govt agencies surpassed last year's figures
It surpasses last year's total by about 25,000 tons.
SPONSORED: Ex-soldier who battled PTSD on how to keep a healthy mind and body
When ex-soldier Kevin Brooks was serving in Iraq he learned the importance of routine and exercise for maintaining a healthy body and mind – and now he is putting his army training into practice during lockdown.
Cathay General Bancorp: Upcoming CECL Adoption To Hurt Earnings
CATY has deferred the adoption of CECL, the new accounting standard for loan losses, to later this year. The adoption will boost provision expense in the remain
Minds behind pandemic predicting algorithm already thinking about future beyond COVID-19
The Canadian researcher who was among the first to predict the deadly spread of COVID-19 says the world needs to change the way it monitors for and reacts to disease outbreaks.
Dan Osborne shares pictures of his kids after 'split' from wife Jacqueline Jossa
The former TOWIE star took to social media to share two adorable images of his three children following the 'split' from his wife Jacqueline
Skoda Vision IN (Kliq/Kosmiq) Launch Likely Delayed To Next Year
Skoda Vision IN based production mid-size SUV could be powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged TSI petrol engine
Birmingham City Council owes other councils more than £200m
A council owed other local authorities more than £200 million last year, the seventh highest total of any council in the UK, an investigation shows.
EU ‘Green’ Agenda Calls For Eating Bugs To Save the Planet
Urges that environmental goals “will not happen without a shift in people’s diets.”
HDFC Bank Credit Card, Debit Card Offer: Save up to Rs 2000 on buying AC, refrigerators, coolers online
As part of the offer, HDFC Bank is providing 10 percent Instant Discount with HDFC Bank Credit Cards and Credit/Debit EMI Transactions.
Gordon Ramsay's daughter 'approached' by Strictly bosses for new series
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The Crisis at My Husband’s Nursing Home
The loss of 98 lives there is nothing short of a tragedy.
Phillip Schofield poses for rare fun Polaroids with kids and wife Steph in lockdown
The This Morning presenter and his family decided to have a 'dress up Sunday' and posed for Polaroids in their best outfits
CCL Stock Price: Carnival Corp may kick off the short week on a positive note, reasons
Americans are enjoying the long Memorial Day weekend and may have spare time to plan a longer vacation – perhaps on a cruise ship. Scenes of people cr
40% tourism firms staring at complete shutdown risk in next 6 mnths: Report
The report said that 81 per cent travel and tourism companies have lost their revenue up to 100 per cent
Employees Provident Fund calculation: How much more you will take-home after PF rules change for COVID-19
EPF calculation: In the CTC salary model, take-home pay goes up by 4% of wages before tax, but for others hike in take-home is at the cost of reduced total salary.
Here's how Sonu Sood replied when fan asked for his help to visit liquor shops
Recently, Union minister Smriti Irani also praised the actor on Twitter for his efforts to send migrants home.
Furloughed Eurostar workers helping language students during school closures
Train drivers are among the staff who are hosting online sessions to help pupils maintain their skills while studying at home.
Nigeria's economy grows by 1.8% in first quarter of 2020
It is the slowest quarterly growth rate in one-and-a-half years, and comes as Nigeria has still not recovered from a 2016 recession that sent more than 13 million people into unemployment.
Alpaca-rearing business granted green light for permanent workers’ house
A mobile home in the Green Belt can now be replaced by a permanent house so that a rural worker can stay on site to supervise an alpaca herd.
Venice Film Festival to go ahead with 2020 edition in September
Venice did the due diligence early May asking for concerns and suggestions regarding the upcoming movie gala.
Adobe’s top tips to adapt your commerce strategy during the pandemic
Making clear and factual statements, meeting customer commitments, and ensuring business and operational continuity is more important than ever
Harte Gold: Digging Into The Q1 Results
Harte Gold released its Q1 results last week, with quarterly gold production hitting a record high near 8,600 ounces. While this is a step in the right directio
British Airways 'to axe thousands of cabin crew workers and rehire them on half the pay'
The airline, which has been slammed by unions over the past 24 hours, is reportedly in talks for a new restructing just weeks after confirming plans to sack 1,130 pilots
Locusts swarm Rajasthan’s Jaipur, destroy crops spread over 5,00,000 hectares
While locusts have now entered several states including Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan faces a major challenge as locusts have damaged crops spread over 5 lakh hectares in the state.
One of Europe's biggest music festivals set to go ahead in August despite pandemic fears
Serbian officials have said one of Europe's biggest music events, the Exit festival, can go ahead in late August because they expect the coronavirus to be under control by then.
India among worst-hit nations: health minister says time to forget Tablighi incident
Coronavirus infections are now growing at nearly 7000 per day and deaths by three-digit increases
Asian shares tick up, eyes on China-US trade relations
Analysts expect trading to be subdued with United States and UK markets shut for public holidays.
Perth woman appears in video for virtual Chelsea Flower Show with lily collection
A Perth woman's fascination with flowers features in a new video made as part of this year's virtual Chelsea Flower Show.
Fife firm team up with Scotland football legend to help homeless
A Fife business has struck up a striking partnership with a former Celtic, Manchester United and Scotland football legend in an effort to support the homeless.
MPs Demand New Laws to Stop State-Owned Companies Investing in UK Infrastructure
A group of Conservative MPs are asking the prime minister to bring forward legislation to limit the involvement of state-owned companies in our national infrastructure, in yet another thinly-veiled attempt to get Huawei out of our future mobile phone networks.
Furloughed Eurostar workers helping language students during school closures
Train drivers are among the staff who are hosting online sessions to help pupils maintain their skills while studying at home.
Furloughed Eurostar workers helping language students during school closures
Train drivers are among the staff who are hosting online sessions to help pupils maintain their skills while studying at home.
NZD/CAD: Downside Pressure Likely
NZD/CAD is a risk-neutral pair, owing to the fact that both NZD and CAD are often considered commodity currencies. Since CAD is more exposed to the oil market,
'Archie's woods!' Prince Harry and Meghan Markle fans plant 530 trees to transform a former New York farm into a fledgling forest after raising money to celebrate the royals' conservation work
Prince Harry, 35, and Meghan Markle, 38, fans have revealed how they transformed a 'once abandoned farm in upstate New York' with hundreds of trees planted in the couple's name.
Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS), FD to GoI Bonds: Top investment options for senior citizens
Best investment options for senior citizens during Coronavirus pandemic: Check out investments that can be done online without having to go out.
Queensland vet pinned up against wall after showing owner the bill
Veterinarian Dr Margie Bale said the pressures of working a clinical practice wears you down.
FEC shrugs off market worries over Bourke Street tower
Of eight construction projects in Melbourne given the green light on Monday, four involved crucial amendments to existing permits.