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Wipro stocks fall over two per cent after CEO Neemuchwala steps down
MD Abidali Z Neemuchwala will continue to hold the office of the CEO and Managing Director, until a successor is appointed for a smooth transition.
Brexit: Industry leaders give trade deal hopes and fears
LEADERS in Jersey’s fishing, farming and hospitality industries have outlined their hopes and fears as the UK prepares to leave the EU and negotiate a new trade deal by the end of this year.
Swiping their way higher: Visa, Mastercard could be the next US$1 trillion companies
Tech and internet titans were the first to reach US$1 trillion in stock market value, but the next U.S. companies that could do so are better ...
Corporation tax cut to benefit 1% firms, SMEs paying lower tax: Eco Survey
With economic slowdown resulting in slippages in direct and indirect tax collections, the Survey said the next financial year is expected to pose challenges on the fiscal front
SK Hynix to make deep capex cut; virus spread may threaten chip output
SEOUL (Reuters) - South Korea’s SK Hynix, the world’s No.2 memory chip maker, warned a new virus outbreak in China could pose a threat to chip production and said it would sharply reduce annual investment after posting a steep fall in quarterly profit.
US stocks fall amid virus fears despite Amazon surge
NEW YORK, Jan 31 — Wall Street stocks dropped early today amid worries over the coronavirus outbreak and despite a blowout Amazon earnings report that lifted the e-commerce giant’s value back above US$1 trillion (RM4.1 trillion). Britain confirmed its first cases of the virus, the US upgraded...
Economic Survey: 'Counter-cyclical fiscal policy' to boost demand justified
The Survey places primary blame for the slowdown on global factors, saying 'the deceleration of India's GDP growth since 2017 has tracked the decline in world output'
Trade unions to back Bord na Móna worker protest tomorrow
A protest march which will be held by Bord na Móna workers tomorrow has been backed by the Irish Congress of Trade Unions.
Ambulance crashes into home in Franklin, New Jersey; 1 hurt
An ambulance crashed into a home in Franklin, New Jersey Friday morning.
Households saved Rs 11K per year due to increasing affordability of thalis: Survey
Eco Survey finds that cost of vegetarian thali reduced significantly since 2015-16 though the price rose in 2019.
US Embassy debunks Oyedepo ‘visa refusal’ claim
The United States of America embassy in Nigeria has denied media reports that it refused issuing visa Bishop David Oyedepo.
Pound-to-New Zealand Dollar Rate Risks Correction as RBNZ Shifts into "Neutral" Gear
The British Pound Sterling vs the New Zealand Dollar: Latest GBP/NZD News and Analysis
Peperami Tries to be Edgy by Offering Free Meat Tubes Outside Popular Vegan Hangouts
Today is the last day of Veganuary, that pretend month-long holiday where some people will try to go vegan and see how long they can last without eating meat, cheese, or something else like that. Obviously the hope is some people will find that it's super easy, and adopt the vegan lifestyle full time, or at least until the call for ice cream becomes unavoidable.
How to improve crop insurance coverage
The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana must undergo a cost-benefit audit and be updated to allow for income stabilisation for farmers
Sammelana will help build bonds between languages: Moily
The former Chief Minister M. Veerappa Moily lauded the initiative of Sharnbasva University for hosting the Vishwa Sahitya Sammelana and said that this would go a long way in building bonds between dif
Fused entity to have enough cash to loan private players: PFC on REC merger
PFC and REC can separately lend up to 25 per cent of their net worth to a single borrower/ project, and lending to a group borrower could be 40 per cent, PFC informed the BSE
Tom Brady Got Roasted Badly During Jimmy Kimmel’s 2020 Edition of NFL Mean Tweets (VIDEO)
Every year for the past few years, Jimmy Kimmel Live does mean tweets: NFL edition just before the Super Bowl.…
What every Canadian investor needs to know today
A look at the morning’s market action
Gardaí 'very concerned' for missing 39-year-old in Dublin
He is described as being 5’9 in height, with a broad build, dark brown hair and blue eyes.
Oh! GDP grew only 6.1% - not 6.8% - last fiscal, says MOSPI
GDP figures for financial year 2017-18 were also revised downwards to 7 per cent, from 7.17 per cent reported earlier
Sides in bitter forest dispute back at table on Sunday
With the longest strike in coastal forest history now into its eighth month, the two sides in the bitter dispute are heading back to the bargaining table.Western Forest Products and the United . . .
Iraq Garment Factory Fosters Multi-Ethnic Female Workforce
A garment factory in the small town of Bartella - east of Mosul, Iraq - employs some 550 workers; most of whom are women. The town is known by locals as ‘Small Iraq’ because workers from different religions and ethnicities live here. A factory of mostly women faces some issues.
Economic Survey: ‘Thalinomics’ Reveals How The Cost Of Your Thali Has Come Down Since 2015-16
How the common man’s food affordability has improved since 2015-16.
Economic Survey advocates further ‘economic freedom’
While it does makes a case for further reform, it falls short on prescriptions and sector-specific insights
GDP growth for FY19 revised downwards to 6.1% from 6.8% estimated earlier
"Real GDP or GDP at constant (2011-12) prices for the years 2018-19 and 2017-18 stand at Rs 139.81 trillion and Rs 131.75 trillion, respectively
Economic Survey sets the tone for Budget 2020
The Survey's theme is 'Wealth Creation'
It would be a mistake for Malaysia to raise locally assembled vehicle prices – German ambassador
BMW Malaysia exports the G30 520i to the Philippines Last week, the automotive industry received confirmation from the finance ministry that there will be
‘General Hospital’ Spoilers For Friday: Carly Questions Gladys, Nina Confesses, & Jax Spills The Beans
Viewers will not want to miss the next episode of General Hospital. Spoilers from a new sneak peek shared via Twitter reveal some juicy tidbits about what is on the way and many Port Charles ...
These were the best performing ASX 200 shares last week
The Link Administration Holdings Ltd (ASX:LNK) share price and the ResMed Inc. (ASX:RMD) share price were amongst the best performers on the ASX 200 last week...
Woodford Income Focus fund to reopen in February
£268m fund was frozen in October after stockpicker’s business imploded
Malkia Strikers Land Tough Group In 2020 Tokyo Olympics
African Women's representatives in Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, Kenya will be grouped in Pool A along with reigning world and European champions and 2016 Olympic silver medallists Serbia, two-time Olympi
Economic Survey's Thalinomics suggests meal more affordable for common man
The survey states that across India and also the four regions -- North, South, East and West -- it is found that the absolute prices of a vegetarian thali have decreased significantly since 2015-16 though the price has increased in 2019.
To mask or not to mask: confusion spreads over coronavirus protection
"Do not wear a mask if you are well" read a warning plastered across the front of Singapore's main newspaper on Friday, as authorities around the world sought to calm panic buying of masks seen as a guard against the fast-spreading coronavirus.
Eskom warns SA to brace for more frequent power cuts
The country has been contending with an energy deficit since late 2005.
Apple Proposes Standardized Format for Delivering One-Time Codes Over SMS
Apple has proposed a standardized format for delivering one-time code over SMS.
Brexit: 'Nothing will change today,' says minister
NOTHING will change when the UK legally leaves the EU today, the External Relations Minister has said.
Spoilers: Bella discovers Willow and Alex in bed in Home and Away
She’s full of questions.
Indian economy has hit ‘a trough’, hope to achieve 6-6.5% in 2020-’21, says chief economic advisor
The chief economic advisor pointed out that firms that had borrowed a lot of funds between 2008 and 2012 had invested less during the 2013-’17 period.
No fresh investment, redemption for mutual fund investors on Budget day
Mutual funds investors will not be able to make a fresh investment or sell their units on the Budget day because subscription and redemption are closed on Saturdays and Sundays, industry officials
Watch: An Appreciation of Little America
Paste TV Editor Allison Keene and Editor-in-Chief Josh Jackson explain why you need to watch this excellent and emotional new series.
Elon Musk: Full Self Driving May Be 'Feature Complete' But That 'Doesn't Mean Features Are Working Well'
During Tesla’s earnings call Wednesday evening Elon Musk mentioned that Full Self Driving tech is probably going to be released by the end of this year, and that the company may allow certain customers early access to a “feature complete” version of the software. Musk went on to clarify that this means the car...
Infor strikes cost-saving partnership with Wellington-Altus
The partnership is a return to a full-service approach that’s worked in the past for founders of both Wellington-Altus and Infor, who came from large investment banks with significant wealth-management divisions
Wealth creation to Thalinomics: All you must know about Economic Survey '20
The overarching theme of the Economic Survey 2019-20 is creation of wealth over time and the implementation of policies that act as enablers in creation of this wealth
Canada's first P2P consumer lender preps launch
Canadian regulators have given the greenlight for the country's first peer-to-peer lending platform for consumer loans.
Water level in Periyar dam on Friday (Jan. 31)
MADURAIWater level in Periyar dam stood at 117.75 feet (permissible level is 142 ft.), with an inflow of 54 cusecs and a discharge of 444 cusecs. In Vaigai dam, the level was 54.46 ft. (71 ft.), with
EU top court says it can’t rule in Slovenia-Croatia border dispute
Two governments must work to end standoff, judges declare.
Key takeaways from Economic Survey 2020
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday tabled economic survey projecting the country’s economic growth at 6-6.5% for the next fiscal year starting April 1.
Main accused in ₹900-crore heroin smuggling case held in Italy
The ATS had seized 5kg of heroin in August 2018 and arrested two people. Probe revealed that it was part of a 300kg consignment which had entered Gujarat from Pakistan through the Mandvi coast.
Three companies to process seaweed produced by farmers of Palk Bay region
Memoranda of Understanding were signed to this effect by the Fisheries Department on Thursday
Details Of Bucs Midfielder’s Deal Confirmed
Orlando Pirates confirm contract details of their new signing.
Brookman: A smash in the face shouldn't keep us down for long
There is a quote from boxer Mike Tyson that reads, “Everyone has a strategy until they get smashed in the face.”There are very few people in Alberta who do not relate to that quote at t…
Economic Survey 2020: How privatisation helps CPSEs unlock growth potential
Economic Survey 2020: The analysis showed that these privatised CPSEs, on an average, perform better post privatisation than their peers in terms of their net worth, net profit, return on assets
Post-fire losses darken days for light bulb maker - VnExpress International
Light bulb maker Rang Dong, whose Hanoi warehouse was gutted by a fire, has reported Q4 losses of almost VND36 billion ($1.5 million).
What Weird Habit Does Your Family Member Have?
These should be interesting...
Fintech Become Tops $200 Million in Loans Matched between Online Lenders and SMEs
Become, formerly known as Lending Express, has surpassed $200 million in matching online lending to SMEs in need of growth capital. The news was revealed in a r
Punjab Budget To Be Presented On Feb 25
The Amarinder Singh-led Punjab government will present its budget for 2020-21 on February 25.
Warren Buffett's big Amazon investment is finally paying off, 8 months after he lamented not buying sooner (AMZN, BRKA)
Warren Buffett spent years watching Amazon soar from the sidelines, before his holding company Berkshire Hathaway started purchasing shares earl...
One to Watch in Copenhagen: Custommade
The label Custommade is undergoing a repositioning and focusing on smaller, design-led collections and a wider accessories offer.
Worst things you should never say to a parent of a special needs’ child
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Enphase: Promising Growth Vision
Enphase is widening its addressable market by integrating technologies like storage and energy monitoring.Enphase's IQ 8 microinverter will be a building block for the company's larger energy product
Govt spend on social services up by 1.5% in six years: Eco Survey
According to the Survey, as a proportion of gross domestic product (GDP), the expenditure on social services has registered an increase of 1.5 percentage points during the period 2014-15 to 2019-20 from 6.2% to 7.7%, it said.
In Q4 2019 Nokia smartphone shipment crashed to 2.8 mi, declined YoY too
As per the report shared with us by CounterPoint Research, Nokia smartphone shipments crashed to only 2.8 million in Q4 2019 resulting in a 41% decline as compared to Q4 2018 shipments. The smartphone shipments declined by 27% on a Year-over-Year basis.
Q&A: The plant-based battle is in your supply chain
For the food industry, whether it's seafood, meat or produce, plant-based alternatives are offering a unique challenge for supply chains to operate in a complex market. Joe Scioscia looks at the issues.
20 Comics That Show What All Moms Have to Overcome
The birth and raising of a baby can be one of the best things a woman can go through. Although, as demanding as motherhood can sometimes be, having moments of distress, stress, and even depression are normal. The best thing is that you are not alone: an illustrator and mother decided to share her day-to-day life in a very interesting way.
African Economic Outlook indicates steady growth through 2021
AfDB's 2020 African Economic Outlook shows that growth remained stable in 2019 at 3.4% and is on course to pick up to 3.9% in 2020, and 4.1% in 2021.
FCA Flags Capital International Management Company
The FCA regulator has warned against Capital International Management Company, a clone of European Economic Area (EEA) authorised firm.
Lebanese bonds tumble as uncertainty increases
"Lebanese debt is currently trading at a large discount and investors have already priced in a restructuring," Saeb El Zein, a financial markets expert told Annahar.
RON97 price drops 8 sen, RON95 and diesel unchanged for week of Feb 1
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — The retail price of RON97 petrol dropped 8 sen to RM2.41 a litre, while RON95 and diesel are maintained at RM2.08 and RM2.18 a litre, respectively, effective midnight until February 7. The Ministry of Finance, in a statement today, announced that based on the calculations...
Economic Survey 2020: GDP Growth Projected At 6-6.5 Per Cent In FY21; Growth Resurgence From Second Half Of FY20
The Economic Survey 2019-20 was tabled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in the parliament today (31 January). The survey projects the Indian Economy to grow at a rate of 6 to 6.5 per cent in the upcoming Financial Year 2020-21.
West Bromwich Albion sign Kamil Grosicki from Hull
The 31-year-old joined the Tigers from Rennes in 2017.
RT Journalist Injured in Syria Taken to St. Petersburg Military Academy Clinic - Simonyan
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Wafa Shabrouney, a journalist for RT Arabic who was injured in the Syrian province of Idlib, has been taken to the Kirov Military Medical Academy clinic in the Russian city of St. Petersburg, RT and Sputnik Editor-in-Chief Margarita Simonyan said.
Post-Brexit talks failure 'existential threat' to Ireland
A failure by Britain and the European Union to reach a post-Brexit trade deal by the end-of-year deadline would pose an
Сannibal ‘shot girlfriend dead then dismembered her 10-year-old daughter and ate her liver’
A MONSTER step-dad shot his girlfriend, execution-style before strangling her ten-year-old daughter and devouring the child’s liver. Sergiy Lubenko, 40, is standing trial in Ukraine after cop…
Understanding ‘Thalinomics’, or the economics of a plate of food in India
Analysing this data, the survey found that since 2015-16, there was a change in the dynamics of ‘thali’ prices.
11 New Apple TV Screensavers Feature Jellyfish, Whales, and More
Apple added 11 new Apple TV screensavers and they all feature underwater scenes, like jellyfish, dolphins, whales, and more.
Nottingham families wanted for Channel 4's money saving programme Supershoppers
The hidden secrets of big brands will be revealed
Two men charged with supporting, possessing IS-related items
IPOH: Two men were charged at the Sessions Court here today with supporting and possessing items related to the Islamic State (IS) terrorist group.
To mask or not to mask: confusion spreads over coronavirus protection
SINGAPORE/KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) - “Do not wear a mask if you are well” read a warning plastered across the front of Singapore’s main newspaper on Friday, as authorities around the world sought to calm panic buying of masks seen as a guard against the fast-spreading coronavirus.
Britain's Brexit 'leap into the unknown'
We look at the main British front pages on what is being called Brexit Day. There is some euphoria at the country's departure from the European Union and also some anxiety as the Brits go it alone. W…
This little owl was found in a ditch, but her reason for being there was a surprise
A rescued owl nicknamed Plump had to go on a diet so she could fly again.
Economic Survey 2019-20 highlights: Back to Adam Smith's Invisible Hand
India's aspiration to become a $5 trillion economy depends critically on strengthening the invisible hand of the market, it said. And this needs to be done with the hand of trust through government intervention by facilitating pro-business policies.
How major US stock indexes fared Friday
Stocks fell sharply on Wall Street Friday as investors feared that a virus outbreak that originated in China will dent the global economy. Technology companies, which do a lot of business with China, led the losses. Airlines fell after Delta and American suspended flights to and from China. The sell-off erased the S&P 500’s gains …
Economic Survey 2019-20: Food inflation higher in urban areas
Economic Survey moots tighter monetary policy in case of food, fuel price shock
Budget 2020: How FM Nirmala Sitharaman's fiscal deficit math is likely to move Sensex, Nifty on Feb 1
Budget 2020: An increase in fiscal deficit target in view of the ongoing economic slowdown may not negatively impact the market since elevated level of expenditure is expected to result in higher demand in Indian economy
Peppa Pig voice actress quits the role after 13 years
Peppa Pig's Harley Bird has quit the role of the lead character after 13 years. She first started on the show at the age of five.
SLEX to close lanes and exits for Skyway extension
SLEX, Skyway sections and exits will be closed starting Feb 16. Motorists advised to take alternate routes
Nintendo: No new Switch model planned for 2020
Power gap between the portable hybrid and new next-gen consoles looks set to widen.
EU bank regulators lay out tougher doomsday stress test
EBA factors in period of ‘low for longer’ rates and 4%-plus economic contraction
Manage buy-to-rent risks
The current buyers’ market offers a good opportunity for investors looking for properties to rent out, especially with the prospect of a potential rental-growth recovery in the latter part of 2020.
The little-known Buffett quote that guides my investing
The simple secret to evaluating winning businesses like Xero Limited (ASX:XRO) and CSL Limited (ASX: CSL)
Record 31.19 million foreign nationals entered Japan in 2019
The number of foreign nationals who entered Japan in 2019 came to 31.19 million, logging a record high for the seventh consecutive year, the Immigration Se
Cosatu to present R254bn Eskom rescue plan
The plan could reduce Eskom's debt by more than half.
Gas goes up, gas goes down
The price of petrol continues to yo-yo in the North Okanagan.
French press asks whether Brexit ‘divorce’ means adieu or just au revoir for UK
Some commentators suggested little would change just for now while others predicted the UK exit could regalvanise Europe.
Council thanks those who helped shape budget decisions
The Council carried out a budget survey in the latter part of 2019 to encourage residents and businesses to have their say
Dow plummets 600+ points in its worst day since August
The Dow Jones Industrial Average erased its year-to-date gains in the last day of January trading, tumbling more than 600 points on rising coron...
Coronavirus In Context
Experts are projecting that the current outbreak may get worse before it gets better.However, the mortality rate is below that of SARS with the elderly and people with pre-existing conditions being mo
Premarket: World shares struggle for footing after virus-battered week
Oil and copper prices set for worst month since May
Watch | Highlights of Economic Survey 2019-20
A video on India's Economic Survey 2019-20 which was tabled on January 31, 2020
Crystal gazing the budget announcements from Economic Survey
Here's what to expect in the budget on Saturday or by way of policy pronouncements subsequent to the budget
France Agrees to End Airbus Corruption Probe in $4B Deal
A French court has approved an agreement with Airbus that would see the planemaker pay up to $4 billion to end years of corruption investigations by three countries.
Market LIVE: Sensex, Nifty subdued as Economic Survey throws fiscal, economic challenge for government
Around 3.15 PM, S&P BSE Sensex was trading 0.51 per cent or 209 points lower at 40,703.84 while broader Nifty 50 index breached the crucial 12,000-mark and was ruling at 11,955 points
Glasgow-based Smart Metering Systems to benefit from smart meter deadline extension
Glasgow-based Smart Metering Systems (SMS) said it now expected its work to be “more evenly spread” after the UK government pushed back the deadline for energy suppliers to install smart meters to 2024.
Notable turnaround in mineral production due to policy reforms: Survey
India produces as many as 95 minerals which include 4 hydrocarbon energy minerals, including coal and lignite; 5 atomic minerals, 10 metallic, 21 non-metallic and 55 minor minerals.
GDP growth neither over nor underestimated, data woes baseless: Eco Survey
The Economic Survey tabled in Parliament on Friday said the level and growth of a country's GDP informs several critical policy initiatives as it is a barometer of the economy's size and health
5.2 Magnitude Quake Strikes in Japan - EMSC
The quake occurred six kilometres to the west of the city of Ushiku, the US Geological Survey reported.
Perth energy firm SSE ‘on course’ to deliver targets
Perth-based energy giant SSE said it expected to meet its full year targets yesterday despite its renewable energy output falling 5% behind forecasts for the first nine months of the year.
Sunlit uplands? Forecast offers bright outlook for UK’s first post-Brexit day
Following a tumultuous three-and-a-half-years, even the February 1 weather forecast is split along Leave-Remain lines.
€1.6 million in drugs, €700,000 in cash and 'a number of gold bars' seized by gardaí
Two of the searches were by gardaí targeting international crime.
Tiny Harris Has A Curiosity Regarding Her Husband, T.I. – Check Out What She Asked Him
T.I. shared a message on his social media account that has his wife curious. Tip is talking about the kind of people that one should keep in their
Credit rating agency S&P expected to keep Turkey's outlook unchanged
The U.S.-based international credit rating agency Standard & Poor's S&P is expected to keep Turkey's credit ratings and the overall outlook...
Tourism Vancouver strengthens Asia Pacific expertise appointing GAO Group as new agency
VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA - Tourism Vancouver announced the appointment of a new agency, GAO Group International, to support regional sales efforts in Asia Pacific. Effective January 2020, GAO Group will be Tourism Vancouver’s official agency offering their services to support the organization’s Asia Pacific corporate incentive business development programs. From GAO Group’s head office in Melbourne and their regional office in Shanghai, they are perfectly positioned to promote Vancouver as a must visit Incentive Travel destination across the broader region. GAO Group
Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe refuses to rule out Josh King moving to Man Utd
King could still return to Old Trafford
Silk Road Marketplace Senior Adviser Pleads Guilty in US Federal Court
The senior adviser to Silk Road operator Ross Ulbricht had pled guilty to one count of conspiracy to distribute narcotics in a Manhattan Federal Court.
Video: Carwow tests the Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII
Check out this new video review of the new Rolls-Royce Phantom to see if it really is the very best luxury car in the world.
World Athletics Council ban Nike Alpha Fly trainers worn in sub-two-hour marathon
The international body that governs track and field has announced it has "amended its rules" on what shoes athletes can wear in competitions. The changes made by World Athletics Council mean the Nike next-generation Alpha Fly trainer will be banned - the shoe Eliud Kipchoge ran a sub-two-hour marathon in Vienna in October 2019. As a part of the amended rules, shoes must have been available on the open retail market for at least four months before they can be used in competition. On their website, Nike says Kipchoge "tested" a number of "prototype" trainers in competitions suggesting the shoes were not available on the wider market. Nike has been approached for comment.
How to delete your Google location history
Google collects and stores all your location information by default. Here's how to clear everything it has already, and ensure it's turned off for good.
What happens next in the Brexit saga?
With the UK formally leaving the EU at 11pm on Friday, here is a look at the next stages.
Mastercard invests in online and offline identity startup Trust Stamp
Mastercard has made a strategic investment in AI-generated identity authentication company Trust Stamp.
Eden Hazard and Gareth Bale in contention for Real Madrid ahead of Atletico derby
Real Madrid could have a double fitness boost against Atletico Madrid with Eden Hazard and Gareth Bale possibly ready to be involved.
February 2020 week 1 fuel price – RON 97 down 8 sen
Another Friday, and another round of the weekly fuel price update. More good news for RON 97 petrol users, because the price of the fuel has dropped
Coronavirus Outbreak Sends European Stock Markets Into Tailspin
On Monday, US stocks posted their biggest downturn since October 2019 due to fears of the economic impacts of the new SARS-related virus that recently emerged in central China.
Better borrowing: Expert advice for avoiding problem debt
In association with the Insolvency Service of Ireland
The World's Greatest Irish Dance Show - Spirit of the Dance – heads to Devon
The Barnstaple theatre will host the Irish dance show next month
ITC Q3 pre-tax profit rises 4.5% to Rs 5049 cr on hotels, agro businesses
The company said that the macro-economic environment continues to be adversely impacted as reflected in GDP growth, and persistent weakness in consumption demand and investments
Animal welfare organisations not coming forward for ABC programme: BBMP
Civic body to apprise Animal Welfare Board of India of the same
Listed companies in Taiwan required to disclose info in English starting July
The move signals Taiwan’s bid to draw foreign investors, which hold a combined 40 percent stake in local equity market
Waterloo looks to make no-idling bylaw more efficient
It has been active for a little more than ten years – since then, only 20 tickets have been issued
Canada not rushing to post-Brexit deal with Britain, as business urges calm
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he is confident that Britain's exit from the European Union later today will be an orderly process with minimal disruption to Canadian trade and investment.
What could change in this year’s budget?
Each year the Union Budget is watched keenly and the salaried middle class hope for relief from income tax. Furquan Moharkan takes a look at five things that Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman could change in this year’s budget.
What patients hope to hear from the Finance Minister
High on the aam aadmi’s Budget hopes is some govt help to meet treatment costs
Two wines to try: very good off-beat wines from South African for under €13
A mouth-watering Chenin Blanc from Stellenbosch and a Côtes du Rhône-like deeply flavoured red
Citi Unveils Digital Investment Platform “Citi Wealth Builder”
Citi announced on Thursday the launch of its new tool Citi Wealth Builder, which is described as a digital investing platform with professionally managed portfo
3 Straight Quarters Of 2%, And Yet Each One Very Different
For the year, the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) puts total real output at $19.07 trillion, or annual growth of 2.33% and down from 2.93% in 2018.Imports are down so sharply because the domestic pa
Govt Revises GDP Growth For 2018-19 to 6.1 Per Cent From 6.8 Per Cent
Earlier in the day, the Economic Survey presented by chief economic advisor (CEA) Krishnamurthy Subramanian projected revival of economic growth to 6-6.5 per cent in the next fiscal starting April 1, 2020.
Assemble in India for world can raise export market by 6 per cent by 2030: Economic Survey
India must focus on a group of industries, referred to as “network products”, where production processes are globally fragmented and controlled by leading multi-national enterprises (MNEs) within thei
WATCH: 69-tonne footbridge at motorway service station near Bristol taken down
Around 70 people took part in the operation
November GDP beats expectations, but... – RBC
According to Josh Nye, Senior Economist at Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) Economics, a modest upside surprise in November GDP does little to change the na
Cynthia Erivo On Being Only Woman Of Colour In Leading Role For 2020 Oscars Race: It ‘Is A Real Eye-Opener’
Cynthia Erivo wishes she could celebrate with people of colour at this year's Academy Awards, but she finds herself alone among this year's nominees. Erivo, who up for Best Actress at the 2020 Academy Awards, opened up to The Hollywood Reporter about her mixed feelings. Erivo is proud to be recognized for her achievements but…
Eskom gauges interest in building pebble-bed nuclear plants
South Africa spent R14.47bn trying to develop the technology before abandoning the project in 1999.
CCI dismisses complaint against Naspers-owned PayU Payments, Wibmo
The Competition Commission of India has dismissed allegations of unfair business practices against PayU Payments and Wibmo. It was alleged that PayU has intentionally foreclosed the market for other competitors by denying them proper access to Wibmo in the downstream market and has substantially created entry barriers for new market players.
GDP growth expected to rebound to 6-6.5 per cent in 2020-21: Economic Survey
The Economic Survey 2019-20 tabled in Parliament said there are tentative signs of bottoming out of slowdown in manufacturing activity and global trade, which will have a positive impact on growth in the next fiscal.
Role of IR professionals more challenging, says N. Srinivasan
“You should have empathy, be fair and transparent in your approach and must earn the trust and confidence of trade unions and workforce.”
Mobile money transactions now at 721 million – Techjaja
Uganda’s mobile financial sector has been growing with increasing number of mobile money subscribers ever since its inception. Uganda Com
Stock markets fall
Canada's main stock index posted a triple-digit decline in late-morning trading as the heavyweight financial, energy and industrial sectors moved lower.
FM holds dinner talks with EU diplomats on fight against coronavirus, bilateral ties
Foreign Minister Kang Kyung-wha held a dinner meeting with Seoul-based diplomats from the European Union this week to discuss efforts to stem the spread of a new coronavirus, bilateral ties and other issues, the foreign ministry said Friday. On Thursday, Kang hosted the gathering with more than two dozen diplomats, including EU Ambassador to South Korea Michael Reiterer, and voiced hope for close cooperation between...
Major Overhaul In External Affairs Ministry: New Verticals On Trade, Technology & Economy, Strategic Projects To Get More Attention
This is the first major overhaul in the ministry in nearly five decades.
Opposition lingers in Shinhan’s Orange Life merger
Shinhan Financial Group’s plans to merge Orange Life Insurance with its wholly owned life insurance unit seemed to have been working out smoothly. However, trouble persists as minority shareholders continue to demand an increase in their dividend payouts. Small shareholders of Orange began making the demand after teaming up with civic activist group the Korea Stockholders Alliance in November, but Shinhan refu...
Turkey, Lithuania ink economic protocol for greater trade, investment ties
Turkey and Lithuania on Friday signed a protocol for the Economic and Trade Committee JETCO that will pave the way for further expansion of bilateral...
American Airlines, mechanics union reach tentative US$4.2 billion contract deal
American Airlines Holdings Inc and its mechanics union announced tentative joint collective bargaining agreements on Thursday covering five ...
Social Media Can’t Get Enough Of Mom Blogger Who Could Be Meghan Markle’s Twin
Missouri mom blogger and influencer Akeisha Land sparked an online frenzy this week after sharing a snap of herself with her adorable daughter Greyson. Land became the talk of social media due to her being the spitting image of Meghan Markle. [embed]https://www.instagram.com/p/B71PThrHLV4/[/embed] [embed]https://www.instagram.com/p/B7oWlDJn1P1/[/embed] RELATED: Meghan Markle Shares Pictures Of Her Charity Work Before Marriage To…
Markets cheerful despite slump in GDP growth, Sensex up 7%: Economic Survey
Benchmark indices Nifty50 and S&P BSE Sensex reached record highs during 2019-20 (up to January 16, 2020).
Turkish-backed militants head to west Aleppo to reinforce jihadists
BEIRUT, LEBANON (6:00 P.M.) – The Turkish-backed militants from the so-called “Syrian National Army” (SNA) sent reinforcements to the western countryside of the Aleppo Governorate to help the jihadist forces against the Syrian Arab Army (SAA). READ ALSO: New video of Turkish-backed Syrian militants in Libya According to opposition activists, the SNA reinforcements were redeployed to this area to stop the Syrian Army from advancing into their territories west of the provincial capital. This news comes just a day after Harakat Nouriddeen Al-Zinki sent reinforcements to the same area to help the jihadists that previously expelled their forces from several parts of Aleppo. The Syrian Arab Army began their large-scale offensive in southern and western Aleppo on Sunday, marking the first time since capturing the eastern part of the provincial capital that they have gone on the offensive in this governorate.
Survey suggests scrapping of 'anachronistic' Essential Commodites Act 1955
"As the conviction rate, however, is abysmally low and raids have no impact on prices, the ECA only seems to enable rent-seeking and harassment. The Survey provides clear evidence that the case for jettisoning this anachronistic legislation is strong," the document said.
Market Pulse on January 30th
S&P 500 3283,66 +10,26.
Irish border communities ‘struggling to get mortgages due to Brexit’
Border Communities Against Brexit activists took their campaign for better public representation to Stormont on Friday afternoon.
Coronavirus shadow overseafood exports to China
MPEDA Chairman, however says the impact is minimal
Budget process: What CSOs want
The organisations want the public given more time to make recommendations.
Lexus LC500h launched at Rs 1.96 crore
Lexus has introduced the LC500h grand tourer to its India line-up. Click here for its price, engine specs and more.
British PM hails ‘new beginning’ as Brexit day arrives
Britain begins the day as a member of the European Union. How it ends the day will be a matter of debate that will last awhile.
Core sector output shows growth after contracting for four months
The rebound signals that the economy may have bottomed out in the second quarter and may see revival in the third quarter. The news should come as relief for the government ahead of the Budget and may dispel fears surrounding the Indian economy slipping into stagflation.
Budget 2020: Earn less than Rs 10 lakh? Here's what you can expect
Budget 2020: There have been talks about government levying 10% income tax on income above Rs 5 lakh to Rs 10 lakh and 20% for income above Rs 10 lakh to Rs 20 lakh
Stakeholders need to step up drug abuse advocacy — Dr. Oluwayemi Ogun
Medical Director, Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital, Yaba, Dr. Oluwayemi Ogun has urged stakeholders to keep up the advocacy for drug abuse
Indonesia says China clears planes to evacuate Indonesian citizens from Hubei
JAKARTA (Reuters) - Indonesia’s foreign minister said on Friday that China had cleared planes to fly to the virus-hit Chinese province of Hubei to evacuate Indonesian citizens from the area.
You don’t have to hit a six in every ball, wait for market to throw you a loose ball: Madhusudan Kela
As the markets have amply proven in the last four, six months, the loose ball is coming. Meanwhile, pharma could provide great opportunities, says market expert Madhusudan Kela.
Union Budget 2020: How, When and Where To Watch Live Streaming Of Union Budget
Union Budget 2020: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is all set to present Budget 2020 in Parliament on Saturday at 11 a.m.
Grab the Corsair K95 Platinum RGB mechanical keyboard for £139
That's a £20 saving on our favourite gaming keyboard.
Financial watchdog to investigate M&C Saatchi accounting scandal
The Financial Conduct Authority has launched an inquiry into the £11.6m accounting error revealed in December.
Bitcoin Will Be $8 Trillion Economy by 2030, Top Wealth Manager Explains Why
Bitcoin could become an $8 trillion asset by 2030, according to Andy Edstrom of California-based WESCAP Group. The wealth manager said the cryptocurrency
Cat reunites with family after going missing for 12 years
Kitty remembered her owner right away, and jumped into her arms.
Non-cash payments under I-T Act: 7 electronic modes get CBDT nod
BHIM, UPI, debit/credit cardsand net banking make the cut
Eamonn Holmes appears to take swipe at This Morning 'feud' rumours
The rumours have been rife for months
Germany expects coronavirus vaccine within months
BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany’s research minister said on Friday she expected a vaccine for coronavirus to be developed within months.
10 things you need to know before the opening bell
Here’s what you need to know before the markets open:
PBF Energy: A Mexican Billionaire Can't Get Enough Of This New Jersey Refiner
Billionaire Carlos Slim's fund has indiscriminately bought up over 8 million shares in PBF since May to increase its stake to 17.6%.Slim's involvement in PBF is not immediately clear, though it may be
Parliament approves additional UGX 164b for health sector
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Parliament has approved an additional budget of 164.05 billion shillings to the health sector in the financial year 2020/2021. This followed the adoption of the Budget Committee report on the National Budget Framework Paper in which Members of Parliament recommended additional funds for different activities under the health sector. The …
Making a self-reflection in the past 10 years - are you on your trajectory?
The other day a fellow professor and I were philosophising on a number of issues; some very important, and others, not so significant.
Prime Minister hails 'new beginning' as UK counts down to Brexit on Friday
There's mixed emotions in the United Kingdom as the country prepares to leave the European Union at 6 p.m. EST on Friday.
Asia shares try to rally after gut-wrenching week
Asian share markets were praying for a reprieve at the end of a punishing week as investors snatched at hopes the coronavirus could be contained, ...
Electric scooters can help cities move beyond cars v pedestrians
New laws to legalise e-scooters should be about safety, not horsepower, says Alex Hern, UK technology editor for the Guardian
Why businesses need to consider loyalty programmes
Loyalty programmes facilitate the development of a relationship with each customer through multiple touch points in the organisation, says LoyaltyPlus.
Harry Styles and Lizzo gave us the 'Juice' in a surprise performance
We love to see two of favourite performers on stage enjoying each other's company!
Thalinomics and the improved affordability of a plate of food
Move over the Big Mac Index! The Economic Survey 2020 has made a unique attempt to quantify the cost incurred in putting together one complete home-made meal — the healthy Indian thali.A trend of coin
Fidelity Bank reports a 28.5% increase in profit for FY 2019
Earlier today, Fidelity Bank Plc announced its unaudited financial reports for the period ended December 31st, 2019.
Too soon to tell economic impact of Wuhan coronavirus on China: IMF chief
It is still too soon to gauge the economic impact of the virus outbreak on China's economy, beyond the first three months of the year, ...
[WATCH] TMI Top News: WHO declares global emergency, IGP knows where Indira’s ex husband is
Here are #3storiesin2minutes for Friday, January 31, 2020: 1. WHO declares global virus emergency after deadliest...
Revival in sight: Economic Survey pegs FY21 GDP growth at 6-6.5%
Fiscal targets may have to be relaxed for the current year
Kendall Jenner opens up about Kourtney Kardashian leaving KUWTK
"I think Kourtney kind of has boundaries"
U.S. consumer, factory data suggest economy losing momentum
WASHINGTON (Reuters - U.S. consumer spending rose steadily in December, but tepid income gains pointed to moderate consumption growth this year, which together with slumping business investment likely set the economy on a slower growth path this year.
Wonders Shall Never End: Obinim Makes Man’s Passport Miraculously Appear In His Shoe- WATCH
Bishop Daniel Obinim has miraculously made a passport popped up in his shoe for a young man who’s hoping to travel overseas to look for greener pastures. The drama-filled spectacle was recorded during Obinim’s church service. The founder and leader of God’s Way International Church is seen in the video praying in a strange language […]
ABN Amro signs cloud and DevOps deals with Indian vendors Infosys and TCS
Infosys has signed a multi-year, multi-million euro contract with ABN Amro Bank to accelerate its cloud and DevOps transformation journey. The Dutch bank has also signed a separate cloud migration and DevOps deal with fellow Indian vendor Tata Consultancy Services.
India on track to meet NDC goals under Paris Agreement: Survey
Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban) was launched in 2014 with twin objectives of ensuring 100 per cent scientific solid waste management and making urban India open defecation free (ODF) to achieve total environmental improvement, the Finance Ministry said in a release.
Amy Duggar, 33, Shows Off ‘Not Magazine Perfect’ Post-Baby Body In Revealing Post — See Pics
Amy Duggar shared what her post-baby body looks like with her followers on Instagram, celebrating new mothers in her caption.
Upswing expected in SA’s ICT spending in 2020
Despite SA’s subdued economic outlook, technology has a massive part to play in the country’s growth in the future, with ICT spending to reach R393 billion in 2020, says the IDC.
Focus on development of municipality: Harish Rao
‘Any laxity on the part of officials will not be tolerated’
BOJ warns of cyber-attack vulnerability ahead of Olympic Games
Japan's financial institutions must guard against cyber-attacks ahead of the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games, with nearly 40per cent of banks and other ...
Nintendo is releasing a limited edition Animal Crossing Switch and it looks like paradise
Feast your eyes on the brand new dreamy special Nintendo Switch Animal Crossing edition console, available to buy with a download code in gorgoeus pastels.
Gold Brexit commemorative 50p coins priced at £945 are a sell-out
The Royal Mint has been operating a queuing system on its website as people buy the new commemorative 50p coins.
DTA tweaks IT contracting rules to help government get on with agile
Changes also put supplier performance under the spotlight.
Delta just suspended China flights for longer than any other airline, a red flag as the unprecedented coronavirus wreaks havoc on the airline industry
Delta Air Lines said on Friday that it was suspending all its flights to China, becoming the first US airline to suspend all its routes to the country.
Japan Airlines: 25% of reservations for China flights canceled in past 10 days
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan’s second-biggest carrier, Japan Airlines Co, has seen 25% of reservations for China flights canceled in the past 10 days, an executive said on Friday, amid growing concerns over the coronavirus epidemic.
Sensex drops 190 points; Nifty ends below 12K
All eyes have now turned to the Union Budget, scheduled to be presented on Saturday.
2020 Proton X70 CKD to get 7-speed wet DCT – shared with Volvo, torque up 15 Nm, 7.5 litres per 100 km
Proton is gearing up for its first big launch of the year, the locally-assembled 2020 X70. Ahead of its impending unveiling, the national carmaker has
HMD needs a standalone & cheaper Nokia smartphone portfolio adopting “better specs for money” strategy
It is certainly easier said than done but the way current Nokia smartphones are not really setting the markets on fire, HMD needs to revisit its smartphone startegy for sure. This quarter Nokia is not among the top 10 smartphone brands reveals the report from analyst firm Counterpoint research.
Shrinking French and Italian economies hamper euro zone growth
Spectre of recession likely to mean more monetary easing by ECB
Push for micro-irrigation says Economic Survey
The Economic Survey say that through government schemes like the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) which was launched in 2015 the area under micro-irrigation was increasing.
Friday’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
Economic Survey 2020 calls for better efficiency at public sector banks
For FY19, PSBs had made a collective loss of Rs 66,000.
The incredibly rare brain condition which caused a young girl to 'waste away' because she doesn't feel hunger
Gypsy Mae Chamberlain, 12, is one of only a handful of people across the globe with diencephalic syndrome
WhatsApp payments to be launched in several countries in next 6 months: Mark Zuckerberg
WhatsApp Pay started as a pilot programme in 2018 wherein a million Indian users participated. Overwhelmed by the response, Facebook is expanding the payments feature to more countries.
Survey trusts free markets to create wealth
CEA Krishnamurthy Subramanian suggests many micro solutions for macro problems
India forecasts faster economic growth, warns of fiscal challenge
The government estimates GDP will grow 5% this fiscal year, which ends on March 31. That would be the slowest growth since the global financial crisis of 2008-09
Airbus to pay US$4b to settle corruption probe, says French prosecutor
PARIS, Jan 31 — European planemaker Airbus will pay €3.592 billion (RM16.3 billion or US$3.98 billion) to settle corruption probes by US, British and French authorities into contract dealings, France’s financial prosecutor said today. The simultaneous settlements in Britain, France and the...
Tongaat shares back to JSE trading on Monday
It suspended trading on June 10 after revelations of accounting irregularities that saw its share plummet some 75% last year.
Four displaced in south Charlotte house fire
Three adults and a teenager were displaced after a south Charlotte home caught fire early Friday morning.
Nintendo Says No New Switch Models Planned For 2020
Feel free to ignore those ethereal “Pro” rumours for a while.
Economic Survey 2020 Brings Out ‘Thalinomics’ To Quantify What A Common Man Pays For Thali Across India
Thalinomics attempts to answer whether a thali has become more or less affordable.
Eurozone economic growth in 2019 was slowest in 6 years
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- Economic growth last year for the eurozone was the lowest it's been in six years, mainly hampered by slowdowns in France and Italy, the European Commission said Friday.
A positive, but cautious outlook for M&A activity in 2020
After recent surges in activity in 2018 and 2019, New Zealand’s M&A activity is expected to slow down in 2020, with processes taking longer, and some deals failing to complete.
What If the Coronavirus and China's Quarantines Caused a Global Recession?
That would be bad.
Hong Kong stocks close lower
HONG KONG, Jan 31 — Hong Kong shares closed down today, shedding their earlier gains and adding to a dismal week on one of Asia’s biggest bourses. The benchmark Hang Seng Index fell 0.52 per cent, or 136.50 points, to close at 26,312.63. Mainland Chinese markets were still closed for the...
A little-known trucking company surges nearly 58% after Volkswagen unit makes a surprise offer to buy (NAV)
US truck manufacturer Navistar's shares shot up in pre-market trading Friday, after a Volkswagen unit said Thursday it could buy the company in ...
Love Island couples forced to vote against each other ahead of brutal dumping
Love Island 2020 will air another brutal twist on Friday, that could tear the villa apart ahead of a dumping
A Much Better Alternative To Dollar-Cost Averaging
Warren Buffett himself seems to like the dollar-cost average approach to investing in stocks, but I am skeptical.Today, I test a simple alternative to DCA that has produced higher absolute returns and
Treasury Wine Estates shareholders back company's US presence
Long-term Treasury Wine Estates shareholder Tribeca wants the company to maintain a presence in the US but would like to see its commercial business divested.
Economic Survey 2020: Why wealth creation was picked as this year's theme
Economic Survey 2019-20: Elaborating on India's historical dominance on the global economy, the survey stressed on the importance of bringing an openness in the market that leads to wealth creation
McDonald's launches much-loved Shamrock Shake ahead of St Patrick's Day
The festive milkshake will be sold at all of its outlets in Ireland
Aldi wants to open a new, bigger Newport store next to Sainsbury's - but the council will try to stop it
Sainsbury's have objected to Aldi's plans to open a new supermarket next door
10am Transfer news LIVE: Giroud LATEST, King to United rejected, Adolfo Gaich eyed and Aubameyang update on Deadline Day
THE January transfer deadline is TONIGHT with many potential deals still to be done. Barcelona have eyes on a number of forward targets including Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Chelsea’s Willian …
‘Bring back Tamils stranded in China’
MaduraiThe Madurai Bench of Madras High Court on Friday sought a response from the Centre and State on a petition that sought a direction to facilitate the return of Tamils stranded in China in the wa
Shareholder Capitalism Isn't Dead, It Just Changed Its Name to Stakeholder Capitalism
In our headlong search for what comes after shareholder capitalism, we have at long last discovered that stakeholder capitalism is still the same capitalism. And that's good news.
Economic Survey 2020 forecasts India GDP growth at 6-6.5% for FY21
Economic Survey 2020: According to the survey, uncertainties, although declining, are still elevated due to protectionist tendencies of China and USA and rising USA-Iran geo-political tensions
Blackpool council to fund children’s services by cutting up to 75 jobs
Council tax to rise by maximum 4% as local authority tries to address social care failings
BlackRock Appears Interested In North American Small Cap Pharmaceuticals
BlackRock sees North American Small Cap Pharmaceuticals as Undervalued. Will this trend continue?Comparing Blackrock and Vanguards asset allocation in North American Small Cap Pharmaceuticals.BlackRoc
Budget Session 2020 Highlights: GDP growth rate for 2018-19 revised downwards to 6.1 per cent
Parliament Budget Session 2020, Economic Survey 2020 Highlights: The Economic Survey 2019-2020, tabled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, projected the economic growth of 6 to 6.5 per cent in the fiscal year starting April 1.
Aston Martin shares leap as Lawrence Stroll leads rescue deal
Shares in Aston Martin rose 20 per cent today as it was announced that Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll would take a 20 per cent stake in the carmaker.
Relive the 90s with a HERCULES and XENA-Style Intro for THE WITCHER
I absolutely loved Hercules: The Legendary Journeys and Xena: Warrior Princess . Well, Nerdist has gone ahead and taken the classic opening credits for those shows and used them as inspiration for The Witcher: The Legendary Journeys . That’s right, they have taken The Witcher , the hit
Nifty call: Go long on strong rally above 12,050 levels with fixed stop-loss
Nifty 50 February futures (12,025)Following a positive start, the Sensex and Nifty began to decline due to selling interest at higher levels. The Asian markets are displaying mixed cues; the Nikkei 22
Elevated fire conditions in the ACT set to accumulate on Saturday afternoon
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe fire weather warning for the ACT on Saturday.
Crisis-hit Thyssenkrupp mulls sale of elevators units worth 15 billion euro
According to the Financial Times, Thyssenkrupp has attracted at least four bids for its crown jewel, including from Finnish lift maker Kone
Kendall Jenner opens up about Kourtney Kardashian leaving KUWTK
"I think Kourtney kind of has boundaries"
Punjab budget to be presented on February 25
The cabinet decided to summon the 11th session (Budget Session) of the 15th Punjab Vidhan Sabha from February 20 to 28, according to an official spokesperson.
Pair of councillors sign up for St Vincent's Hospice firewalk
Jim Paterson and Andy Doig will walk over hot coals at temperatures of more than 800C
Railways Approaches Finance Ministry to Relieve it of Pension Burden
This is not the first time that the railways has begged off its pension responsibilities, which eat into its earnings.
The EU’s Risky Green Taxonomy
European Union member states and the European Parliament are soon expected to adopt a so-called “taxonomy” for classifying green investments, after reaching an agreement last month on a list of “sustainable” economic activities. Once the new system enters into force, most likely this year, the European Commission will use this list to determine which financial assets and products are sustainable. This taxonomy is the backbone of the Commission’s regulatory package on sustainable finance, which has the ambitious goal of “reorient[ing] capital flows towards sustainable investment, in order to achieve sustainable and inclusive growth.” The Commission hopes that the new labelling scheme will address the problem of market players “greenwashing” non-sustainable financial products and serve as the basis for policy incentives to promote sustainable investment. To be fit for purpose, however, the taxonomy must address three important questions. Unfortunately, the EU’s one-dimensional approach disregards two of the three…
Nirbhaya convict Pawan Gupta files review petition in SC on his Juvenile plea
Nirbhaya gang rape and murder case convict Pawan Gupta has filed a review petition before the Supreme Court challenging the apex court's earlier order of dismissal of his Juvenile plea. More to
Statistics Canada says GDP edged up 0.1 per cent in November
The Canadian economy edged higher in November, reversing most the decline seen in October, as cold weather helped boost the utilities sector and the construction and retail sectors also gained ground.
Markets Recoil as Economic Survey Stokes Fiscal Slippage Fears
The 30-share BSE Sensex closed 190.33 points, or 0.47 per cent, lower at 40,723.49. Likewise, the broader NSE Nifty shed 73.70 points, or 0.61 per cent, to finish at 11,962.10.
Dargaville pontoon to be upgraded
Rt Hon Winston Peters
Boots 70 per cent off sale - what are the best bargains?
Better than half price bargains to be had - but be quick!
Bid to capture industry’s action on climate crisis
A new project aims to help the Scottish farming industry accurately record and measure the positive steps it is taking to tackle climate change by sequestering carbon.
Soggy January: Rain of ‘almost biblical proportions’ fell on Vancouver Island
Rain is expected in Greater Victoria over the next few days, but nothing like the amount that has been falling on much of the rest of Vancouver Island. The volume of rain in many Island . . .
India must follow China's growth model to create jobs, suggests Economic Survey 2020
Economic Survey 2019-20: India can create 4 crore well-paid jobs by 2025 and 8 crore by 2030 by integrating "Assemble in India for the world" into Make in India
HISTORY LESSON
Seventh-grader Jackson Young looks at items Thursday in a walk-through set up at Mustang Middle School by the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum. The display was set up for students to learn about the events and victims of the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing. [Chris Landsberger/The Oklahoman]
1,084 new .ie domain registrations in Louth last year - Talk of the Town
There were 1,084 new .ie domain registrations in Louth in 2019, according to the latest edition of the .ie Domain Profile Report published today by IE Domain Registry, the company that manages and maintains Ireland’s country domain. This figure is an increase of 7.11% year on year. The .ie Domain Profile Report examines the makeup...Read More→
Nokia smartphone and feature phone shipments were down in 2019 (+ Q4 2019 results)
Counterpoint Research released their full year and 4th quarter analysis of the mobile market of 2019. In the fourth quarter of 2019, Apple regained the title of the biggest smartphone vendor after …
Weekend Reading: 1-2 February 2020
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Demi Lovato says coming out to parents was 'beautiful' moment
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- Demi Lovato is looking back on the "emotional" but "beautiful" moment when she came out to her parents.
eBay's Payday Sale Nets You up to 20% off up Until Midnight Tonight
It's payday! So time to fritter all those pennies away immediately, and eBay's going to help you do it.
Stocks decline as coronavirus keeps traders on edge
Stocks fell broadly Friday, the final day of the month, as traders tried to assess the potential economic impact of China’s fast-spreading coronavirus while weighing earnings from Caterpillar and Amazon.
A few tips to boost sales of new cars
Levying road tax for five-year periods, making the registration process online, and ensuring dealerships sell spare parts across the counter and online are among steps that will help reduce the cost of ownership
Economic Survey 2019-20 Tabled in Parliament, Sees Pick up in Growth
For the current fiscal, it projected a GDP growth of 5 per cent, the lowest in 11 years, and worsening job prospects.
EU Court Says It Cannot Rule On Slovenia-Croatia Border Row
The European Union’s top court announced Friday that it cannot rule on a decades old border dispute between member countries Slovenia and Croatia because the row falls under international law and not EU law.
Coronovirus: N95 masks in short supply in Bengaluru
Karnataka seeks 6,000 more personal protection kits from Centre
Funeral of McGinley children taking place in Rathcoole
Family requests privacy for the funeral Mass for Conor (9), Darragh (7) and Carla (3)
Deribit to Offer Daily Bitcoin Options
Crypto derivatives platform Deribit will offer a daily Bitcoin index options to its client base.
The Daily Chase: Stocks under pressure as virus spreads; GDP inches higher
Global stocks are coming back under pressure this morning as investors interpret the latest wave of coronavirus headlines. Meanwhile, the Canadian economy unexpectedly expanded in November.
Nokia’s next flagship rumoured to have a feature we want on the iPhone 12
Nokia is testing an under-display selfie camera, according to a new un-unconfirmed leak. A Tweet has suggested that the new camera was currently in testing.
4-month-old baby beats brain cancer, rings bell with mom's help in emotional video
Lily, almost 5 months old, was officially diagnosed as cancer free on Jan. 25, 2020.
Economic survey: Slowdown bottomed out, uptick from here onwards, says CEA
The Economic Survey 2019-20, prepared by a team lead by Subramanian, has projected the GDP to expand in the range of 6-6.5 per cent during 2020-21
£270 Baby Yoda Figure Is An Exercise In Abject Terror
Get a load of that head fuzz.
Aston Martin delays electric car plans after raising emergency funds
The British automaker’s awful 2019 put it in a tough spot
Here are a few nuggets from Economic Survey in order to prevent frauds
Financial services exports have remained stagnant, averaging about $5 billion in recent years
Hindustan Unilever clocks 4% sales growth
Firm hit by weak consumer sentiment
Construction boss jailed after illegal migrants found working on Midland Metropolitan Hospital
Illegal migrants were found working on the crisis-hit Midland Metropolitan Hospital site after a Home Office-led investigation.
There's Now A U.S. Database Of Priests Credibly Accused Of Abuse
A ProPublica project called Credibly Accused provides a searchable database of Catholic priests who, like the name suggests, have been identified as alleged abusers. Not every church or diocese has released lists of names, but many have, and there are over 6,000 names in the database....
Eurozone economy records worst year since 2013
The growth recorded was lower than the 0.2% anticipated in the markets and was largely due to the fact that two of the eurozone's biggest economies, France and Italy, both contracted.
Budget 2020: The inclusive growth of the country
Sunil Khosla Head Digital Business, India Transact Services Limited "Considering the current ecosystem in the country, the annual financial budget 2020 is much awaited and expected to relieve most of the financial segments."
Drug Price Control Order led medicines to become costlier: Economic Survey
Survey urges government to opt for bulk procurement to provide affordable drugs
Reports: Chelsea & Manchester United target’s move to Atletico Madrid off
Paris Saint-Germain striker Edinson Cavani has been on La Liga giants’ Atletico Madrid’s wishlist for quite some time now and the Uruguayan was expected to join them in the ongoing January transfer window. However, if widespread reports are to be believed, the Rojiblancos have withdrawn their interest from the striker.
Economic Survey 2020 to give roadmap for $5 tn economy
Coming at a time when India's nominal economic growth, not adjusted for inflation, has been the worst in 42 years, the Economic Survey, to be presented in parliament by around 12.30 pm, is hugely
How to get one of 7000 first home grants
Those eligible can purchase with as little as 5 per cent of the property’s value, saving up to $26,000 in not buying insurance, but it's 'complicated’.
Wars and viruses: Are robots less prone to market panic?
LONDON (Reuters) - Widely blamed for volatile “flash crashes” in currencies and equities, high-frequency algorithms may also be why shock global events, including the current coronavirus, seem to have lost their power to spook markets for any length of time.
Neither icing nor a cake – Rabobank
Analysts at Rabobank offered a review of Friday's Eurozone GDP figures, which showed that the economy grew by 0.1% q-o-q in the fourth quarter of 2019
Samsung Won’t Be Using Its Custom Exynos 990 for the Galaxy S20 Series in Its Home Market
Even if Samsung’s home market, where Exynos SoCs were used, the upcoming Galaxy S20 is expected to with Snapdragon 865
‘Ishq Subhan Allah’ saved from axe; ‘Manmohini’ to go off-air on ZEE TV
A few days ago, BizAsiaLive.com reported about ZEE TV’s new fiction ‘Qurbaan Hua’, which takes to air in February. Since then, rumours about the fate of two current shows on the channel have been doing the rounds. The channel’s two underperforming shows ‘Ishq Subhan Allah’ and ‘Manmohini’ have been under the scanner. However, it will […]
Asia shares fight for footing after turbulent week
Asian share markets battled to regain their footing on Friday as investors clutched at hopes China could contain the coronavirus, even as headlines spoke of ever more cases and mounting deaths.
Milan-based Supermercato24 raises €11 million to expand its e-grocery marketplace in Europe
Italian startup Supermercato24 has today announced raising €11 million to expand its e-grocery marketplace in its homecountry, as well as in Poland where it also has an office, and the rest of Europe.
Status Yellow wind warning issued for Mayo
A Status Yellow wind warning has been issued for Mayo.
ANZ NZ Roy Morgan Consumer Confidence
The ANZ-Roy Morgan Consumer Confidence Index was unchanged at 123 in January, a solid level. Households aren’t gung ho, but are feeling resilient.
Can Apple's Wearables Segment Continue Its Incredible Growth?
Buyers are snapping up AirPods Pro as fast as Apple can produce them, and the AppleWatch shows solid growth and great potential.
US: Annual core PCE Price Index ticked up to 1.6% in December as expected
Inflation in the United States, as measured by the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index, rose 0.3% on a monthly basis in December follo
Telefonica creates new global digital consumer unit
Telefonica has announced the creation of a new global unit designed to make sales processes and customer relations “more digital, faster and simpler” as part of the action plan launched in November to generate more than EUR 2 billion a year in additional revenues from 2022 onwards. The new unit, dubbed Chief Digital Consumer Office (CDCO), will be led by Chema Alonso, until now responsible for the company’s data strategy and cognitive intelligence project. Telefonica said the unit will above all promote innovation in new digital products and services, with a special focus on the digital home, as well as innovation in networks and relations with the entrepreneurial and startup community.
Pakistan may be the next big Asian market for tech startups: report
A McKinsey & Co's report cited by DW listed Pakistan amongst the fastest-growing economies
Reward offered for removing tyre from crocodile’s neck
Anyone who succeeds in freeing a wild crocodile from a tyre stuck around its neck in Indonesia will receive a reward from a local conservation group. The Central Sulawesi Natural Resources
Rly passenger volume up by 1.85%, freight loading rose by 5.34% in 2018-2019: Eco Survey
Commenting on the cleanliness parameters of the national transporter, the survey stated that for railways which covers over 8,700 stations and carries around 230 lakh passengers daily with clientele of varied socio-economic backgrounds, cleanliness was a continuous process.
Market watch: KSE-100 falls 273 points owing to global sell-off
Benchmark index decreases 0.65% to settle at 41,630.93
Drinkers want fizz, low carbs, and Super Bowl ads reflect it
DETROIT - When Americans crack open a cold one during Sunday's Super Bowl, it might not be a traditional domestic beer.Sales of classic beers like Bud Light
Woza weekend, woza load shedding! Eskom announces Stage 2 power cuts till Monday
Eskom on said Friday that Stage 2 load shedding would start on 9 am on Friday and continue through to 6 am on Monday .
Rail passengers in East Suffolk face weeks of bus trips during track work
Rail passengers in east Suffolk face three weeks of disruption from Monday when Network Rail starts a major resignalling programme on the lines between Lowestoft and Norwich.
Check Madras University results for UG/PG now on this link
The Madras University results for UG/PG have been declared. The same is available on the official website.
Hand over Hathiramji Mutt properties to TTD: BJP
‘Government should pass a special legislation for taking back encroached properties’
Balanced growth is essential for democracy
Economic development is uneven across State lines and social classes. A consensual approach is needed to move India forward
Indiabulls to exit realty biz, merge with entity led by Embassy, Blackstone
In the past two years, IBREL has sold commercial assets to Blackstone for around Rs 12,250 crore
Iya Villania is pregnant with baby number 3
Primo and Leon are getting a new sibling!
Jeff Bezos met FBI investigators in 2019 over alleged Saudi hack
Amazon founder interviewed as FBI conducts inquiry into Israeli firm linked to malware
Economic Survey 2020: FTAs have been beneficial, insecurities over trade deals misplaced
Last year, India backed out of the proposed free trade agreement under RCEP that comprises 16 countries in the larger South East Asian region after some of its key concerns were not addressed
Economic Survey 2020: 60% women in world's fastest growing economy do housework
Women's participation in labour force reduced to 25.3 per cent in 2017-18 from 33.1 per cent in 2011-12, Economic Survey found
Look for New Highs From CSX Stock as the Economy Heats Up
As goes the economy, so goes CSX stock, and the economy is only going to improve over the next few quarters.
Impermanence of life
Tamil literature speaks of the impermanence of life in beautiful verses, said Malayaman in a discourse. To think worldly possessions will last is nothing but foolishness, and this is highlighted by Th
SA wine industry promotes sober drinking habits through new code
The South African wine industry on Friday announced that it has joined other liquor industries in introducing a new code ...
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer: 'Marcos Rojo still has Manchester United future'
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer suggests that defender Marcos Rojo still has a future at Manchester United, despite his loan move to Estudiantes.
Apple TV Gets New Underwater Screensavers
As noted on Reddit, Apple recently released a new batch of underwater screensavers for the Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD. The new screensavers...
Eurozone economy barely grows in Q4 as France, Italy shrink
BRUSSELS — The eurozone economy, made up of the 19 countries that use the euro, barely grew in the final quarter of 2019 as both France and Italy contracted, official figures showed Friday. In its first estimate for the quarter, statistics agency Eurostat said the eurozone grew by only 0.1% from the previous three-month period. …
Olympus E-M1 Mark III leak suggests it could be the best Micro Four Thirds camera yet
A leak appears to have given us our first glimpse of the Olympus E-M1 Mark III – and revealed most of its specs too.
Economic Survey: IBC reduces resolution time to 340 days from 4.3 years
The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), which came into force in 2016, provides for market-linked and time-bound resolution of stressed assets
Women in Fintech: Paris Fintech Forum Takes Hold of Gender Diversity Issue
Every year, the Paris Fintech Forum (PFF) makes a special effort to invite as many female Fintech founders and CEOs as possible to share the stage at its CEO-only conference. However, Laurent Nizri, the CEO of Altéir and PFF organizer, admits that he struggles to find them. Case in point: only one female entrepreneur, Nicky Goulimis, co-founder & COO of Nova Credit, took the stage during the five sessions of the Alternative Finance track chaired
Paper plant destroyed by massive fire reopens in Elmwood Park
The Marcal Paper Plant in Elmwood Park has officially reopened after being destroyed by a massive fire almost exactly one year ago.
Nobody can snatch my husband from me ― Doris Ogala
Nollywood is no stranger to controversy. With different celebrities coming out in the past to accuse their colleagues of one thing or
India bans export of all kinds of respiratory masks
The move assumes significance as there could be a spurt in demand for personal protection equipments due to coronavirus outbreak.DGFT also bans imports of stock lot papers
Turkey's 2-year benchmark bond yield drops to single digits
The two-year benchmark bond yield has fallen to single digits for the first time since November 2016
Building Micromobility At A Global Scale
Entering the competitive and complex electric scooter and bike market in Washington, D.C. is newcomer Helbiz, based in the U.S. but better known in Europe.
Tax rule changes mean millions of people will get an extra £104 a year from April
31 million people will see some extra cash in their accounts
Otumuheke maintenance begins next week
A small area of the Otumuheke Stream bathing area will be closed next week for maintenance on a part of the surrounding rock structure.
Intermittent Fasting Helped This Guy Lose 120 Pounds and Get Healthy
I felt the only thing I had control of was what I ate, says Baldric Shyer, a 33-year-old screenwriter from Los Angeles, CA. Hes struggled with weight most of his life, coming from an obese families; like a lot of people, hes had ups and downs. At one point he was down to 170 pounds, but he didnt like himself or his relationship, and so hed stay up late gorging: a half-gallon of ice cream, pizza, or fast food. Hed write screenplays and eat.
Economic Survey: Wilful defaulters owe Rs 1.4 trillion to lenders
The Economic Survey, tabled in the parliament on Friday, has revealed that the wilful defaulters owe a whopping sum Rs 1.4 lakh crore. As of 2018, wilful defaulters owed their respective lenders
Countries On China's 'New Silk Road' Face Coronavirus Fears
Countries in and around China's "Belt and Road" trade routes in Central and South Asia are taking steps to protect themselves from the spread of the coronavirus. Pakistan has halted all flights to and from China, Kazakhstan has closed a flagship border free-trade zone, and Tajikistan is screening arrivals with thermal scanners.
Mining sector's GDP share sees decline due to disruptions in Goa, Karnataka
Closure of mines and disruptions due to changes in legislations has thrown the sector out of gear, curtailing production and endangering jobs
Italy's Gualtieri: Government expects GDP to bounce back in Q1 after disappointing Q4
The Italian government expects the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to bounce back in the first quarter of 2020 following the disappointing growth recorde
Is This S65-Powered Frankenstein BMW 1M a Masterpiece or a Monster?
Check out this awesome BMW 1M project car that has the V8 engine and suspension from an E92 BMW M3 and it sounds absolutely incredible.
After mass retirement of staff, BSNL to outsource jobs
In the State, 4,596 out of 9,381 employees opted for VRS
My group of friends has a new member – I can't stand him. What can I do?
Everyone else in my circle loves him, but we clash all the time. Now I dread going out and socialising as I know he’ll be there
Eco Survey flags disproportionate dwarfism of banks, calls to be efficient
The Economic Survey 2019-20 tabled in Parliament by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman noted that despite nationalisation a significant portion of the poor remained unbanked till 2014
Las Pinas City donates P1-M to victims of Taal eruption
Las Piñas City Mayor Imelda T. Aguilar announced on Thursday that the city government will donate P1 million as financial assistance to the victims of the Taal Volcano eruption in the municipalities of Agoncillo and Lemery in Batangas.
Man ordered to pay £4,500 after car caught fly-tipping on hidden cameras
A man has been ordered to pay more than £4,500 after hidden cameras twice caught his car being involved in fly-tipping.
EFCC releases Shehu Sani after perfecting bail conditions
EFCC has released Senator Shehu Sani, a former lawmaker who represented Kaduna central senatorial district in the National Assembly.
Historic Brexit today
After three and half years since 2016 Brexit Referendum the historic divorce of Briton from European Union formally takes place today at 11 pm GMT on Friday. For the next 11 months the UK will remain as the EU member only in name.
Barnstaple based business take Business Innovation of the Year gong
SEA, the Barnstaple-based defence and security electronic system specialist has won a national award
Economic Survey 2020: The thali, India's own Big Mac Index
What Subramanian has done is somewhat similar to the Big Mac index, but at a national level. He has mapped out what a regular thali costs at a regional level and at the state level from 2007/08 to 2019/20
OmiseGo-Backed Exchange Shuts Down
Go, the exchange powered by OmiseGo technology, has closed after months of negligible volumes and regulatory difficulties. Go Exchange Closes on Low
Hindustan Unilever Q3: Steady performance amidst the slowdown
Despite the ongoing consumption slowdown, Hindustan Unilever has been able to maintain the same 5 per cent year-on-year growth in volumes in each of the last three quarters. It has been able to hold v
HUL to increase soap prices by 5-6 pc
According to HUL Chief Financial Officer Srinivas Phatak, prices of palm oil in the last six months have gone up by 25 to 30 per cent. "We would take the prices up in the soap part of our portfolio. We would be looking to price up between 5 to 6 per cent and they would come in a phased manner," Phatak said in a post-earnings conference call.
Burlescombe produce market "overwhelmed" by optimism and support
The new monthly produce market got underway at Burlescombe and Westleigh Community Hall on Sunday, January 26
Tom Brady, Patrick Mahomes read 'Mean Tweets' on 'Kimmel'
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- Tom Brady, Patrick Mahomes and other NFL stars read a number of Mean Tweets from fans on Jimmy Kimmel Live.
FP Dealmakers: Foreign firms gobbled up record number of Canadian companies in 2019
A number of Canadian companies were bought out by rivals or private equity firms last year
GoDaddy buys local social content start-up
The world’s biggest Web host by market share purchases Cape Town-based Over, a social content start-up company.
Aston Martin won’t release EVs until it’s financially stable
Following an emergency investment, Aston Martin says it likely won't make any EVs until after 2025.
Lost in translation? Exploring the peculiarities of French humour
France is known around the world for its food, culture and quality of life but not so much for its sense of humour, which can often leave foreigners nonplussed. How much of that is due to jokes being…
Sasol expects earnings to collapse 69%
Oil price, softer global margins and Lake Charles project weighs on first-half earnings
Thailand and UK confirm coronavirus cases, Japan steps up measures - Risk takes a hit
The risk sentiment is witnessing a fresh knockdown as the coronavirus outbreak is rapidly spreading outside China, with Thailand confirming its first
Penticton massage therapist faces new allegation of sexual misconduct
A Penticton massage therapist is facing new allegations of sexual misconduct.A notice of civil claim was filed against Leonard Krekic in B.C. Supreme Court
Cocktail of the week: Kerridge’s avocado cooler
Hair of the dog won’t get much better than this gin and lime with a backdrop of smashed avocado and ginger
Scotland weather forecast: Danger to life warning as Scotland to be pummelled with 80mph winds after wild weekend
A DANGER to life warning has been issues with Scotland to be pummelled by 80mph winds next week. Met Office experts are warning of extreme conditions on Monday afternoon and throughout the rest of …
India's GDP growth neither over- nor underestimated, says Economic Survey
Recently, Arvind Subramanian, the Narendra Modi government's former chief economic adviser, had said India's economic growth rate has been overestimated by around 2.5 percentage points between 2011-12 and 2016-17 due to a change in methodology for calculating GDP.
Eco Survey has right vibes; will Budget reflect same thinking, asks D-Street
Here is what economists and analyst read into the fine prints of the survey.
'Brexit' number plate set to make Bristol man thousands of pounds
He bought the plate from the DVLA for £400
Hwy 1 to close overnight
UPDATE: 3:20 p.m. Avalanche control work on the Trans-Canada Highway will close the route overnight between Revelstoke and Golden.
Startup India sees growth; Maha, Karnataka lead the race
The startup ecosystem in the country has seen an uptick in growth in the past few years, with a push from the Startup India initiative launched in August 2015. The Economic Survey said that startups
Satoshi Nakaboto: ‘We should be investing in blockchain, says Andrew Yang’
Our robot colleague Satoshi Nakaboto writes about Bitcoin every fucking day.
Royal Astronomical Society rebrand inspired by “vision and discovery”
The new identity, which has been led by London-based design studio Johnson Banks, seeks to “sensitively modernise” the 200-year-old organisation.
Toyota RAV4 uses updated VSC to pass 'Moose Test'
Last October, Swedish publication Teknikens Värld put the new Toyota RAV4 to the “Moose Test” which it ended up failing. ]
SAMA launches licenses for non-bank financial institutions
The SAMA has licensed the Saudi Digital Payments Company (STCPay) as an Electronic Wallet Company, and GEIDEA Technology Company as a payment services company following the success of the trial period in an experimental environment.
Indonesia crocodile stuck in a tyre for years, now authorities offer a reward for removing it
'A reward will be given to anyone, who can release the hapless reptile,' Central Sulawesi BKSDA chief Hasmuni Hasmar stated in Palu City, Central Sulawesi Province.
Emmerdale fans fear 'history will repeat itself' as Pierce vows to reunite with Rhona
Viewers of Emmerdale are fearful that "history is about to repeat itself" between rapist Pierce Harris and his victim Rhona Goskirk.
India's share in global commercial services exports up at 3.5 per cent
According to the economic survey tabled by finance minister Nirmala Sitaraman, the service sector acounts for 55 per cent of economic growth
Economic Survey 2020 pitches divestment in public sector undertakings
Economic Survey says public sector units performed better than peers after privatisation
Billionaire Lawrence Stroll takes stake in ailing carmaker Aston Martin
Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll will take a roughly 20per cent stake in Aston Martin for nearly 200 million pounds (US$263 million) as the ...
Council to set aside million for survivors of child abuse
£2million has been set aside to support those who suffered historical abuse.
Airbnb and The Bahamas sign a MoU to promote tourism to the country and launch global Sabbatical campaign
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The Government of The Bahamas and Airbnb signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) establishing a framework of mutual collaboration and cooperation on areas of common interest, including marketing promotion and good faith engagement. Airbnb spotlighted a suite of projects designed to help drive tourism to the country, commencing with today's announcement of The Bahamas Sabbatical - a global initiative that offers five participants a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to live like an islander while joining Bahamians in welcoming travelers back
Franco-British trade: Brexit and the uncertain future of the Entente Cordiale
Right now, the European Union is the UK's largest trading partner, with France and Britain in particular enjoying extremely close economic ties. But can that continue post-Brexit? With the nature of…
Bad weather leaves 602 towns and villages in Ukraine without power
Regional energy distribution companies have deployed their repair teams to eliminate the aftermath of the blackouts.
Highways sector needs Rs 19.63 lakh crore investment by 2024-25: Economic Survey
Of the total Rs 102 lakh crore investment need for infrastructure projected by the National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP), during 2020 to 2025, the highways sector will require Rs 19.63 lakh crore, the Survey said.
I left my ex-husband after I got what I wanted – Yvonne Jegede
Yvonne Jegede, has stated that she left her ex-husband, Olakunle Fawole, after she got what she wanted from him. The Nollywood actress seems to have just given an inside hint on the reason her marriage to
Tenn. judge says he's sorry for 'regular white man' comment
A white Tennessee judge has apologized after saying in open court that he was “going to work like a regular white man” and not “a slave.”
How to retire early and still be rich
If you want to retire early in the future but maintain a particular lifestyle, achieving FIRE may not be as difficult as you think...
EU court will not intervene in Croatia-Slovenia border dispute
The European Union's top court ruled on Friday that it had no jurisdiction to settle a border dispute between Slovenia and Croatia, complicating Croatia's accession to the Schengen free-travel area. Slovenia had argued that its fellow EU member could be sued under EU law because it was not implementing
Budget 2020: PPF limit may increase to Rs 2.5 lakh from Rs 1.5 lakh
Budget 2020: The ministry is also planning to permit tax exemptions of up to Rs 2.5 lakh for savings under Section 80 C (of the Income Tax Act)
For start-up ecosystem to flourish, liquidity is the need of the hour
Tanuj Choudhry, Chief Business Officer, HomeLane India’s economic growth has been sluggish over the last few years and the impact has been concerning.
Dream job as Shropshire university calls for lamb taste testers
It's a dream job for foodies who love lamb, and dozens of volunteers are going to get the chance to try it.
NSE: All-Share Index closes trading for January at 28,843.53
The All-Share Index of the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) on Friday closed trading for the month of January below 29,000 mark following the dominance of the bears.
Tesco discounts toy Range Rover by a whopping £82 so shoppers can get it for just £27.50
Supermarket Tesco has slashed the cost of a toy Range Rover by 75%. The car is currently £27.50 instead of £110
Highlights of CEA Subramanian press meet on Economic Survey: from 'wealth creation' to ‘Thalinomics'
Mr. Subramanian stressed that India’s aspiration to become a $5 trillion economy depends critically on promoting “pro-business” policy and moving away from “pro-crony” policy.
Market Wrap, Jan 31: Sensex tanks 190 pts, Nifty below 12K ahead of Budget
State Bank of India posted a 41 per cent year-on-year growth in the standalone net profit at Rs 5,583 crore - its highest ever quarterly net profit-- for the December quarter of FY20
Motorola Is Cutting Samsung's Grass
If Samsung's Galaxy Note 10 Lite doesn't light your fire, perhaps an even cheaper Motorola stylus-based handset will. Leaks suggest Motorola's next G series phone will go all-in on the stylus, but also bring multi-cameras and hefty battery support too....
Eurozone economy records worst year since 2013
The eurozone economy, which is made up of the 19 countries that use the euro currency, ended 2019 with a whimper and recorded its worst year of growth since it was mired in a debt crisis in 2013.
When It Comes To Cannabis Plays, Stay Away From Aurora Stock
Without a clear strategic plan to lower Aurora Cannabis's debt pile, a bet on Aurora stock would be nothing more than a gamble.
German fund acquires planned office space on former PJ Carroll’s site
Deal sees Union Investment forward fund property which US group Hines is developing
Crisil upgrades Jindal Steel's NCD ratings to positive on restart of plant
Upgrade reflects improvement in JSPL's business risk profile over medium term
Gardaí targeting organised crime seize cash, gold bars and drugs worth €1.6m
Gardaí targeting organised crime have seized drugs worth €1.6m, gold bars and hundreds of thou...
Railway allows armed escorts in cargo trains to secure goods prone to theft
Armed escorts have been initially approved in the Eastern Railway zone and will be reviewed after a period of six months
Residents helped to safety during early-hours Dudley house fire
Four people fled to safety with the help of a passer-by during a house fire in the early hours of this morning.
WWE stock plunges after Vince McMahon ousts top execs
WWE shares plunged off the top rope Friday after head honcho Vince McMahon booted two longtime executives at the pro wrestling giant. The firm’s stock tumbled 21.5 percent to $48.88 — its
Hitachi makes US$5 billion offer for full control of industrial gear unit
Hitachi Ltd said on Friday it would spend 531.1 billion yen (US$4.84 billion) to take full control of industrial equipment unit Hitachi ...
Paper plant destroyed by massive fire reopens in Elmwood Park
Exactly one year later, the Marcal Paper Plant reopened after being destroyed by a massive fire in Elmwood Park, New Jersey.
Microsoft to block crapware downloads in its Edge browser
Annoying apps with ads, notification spam, or crypto miners are getting blocked
Demi Lovato Shares How She Came Out As Bisexual To Her Parents
"Cool For The Summer" was definitely a big hint
QFMA to further boost Qatari capital market: CEO
The Qatar Financial Markets Authority (QFMA) is working to further improve the performance of Qatar’s capital market, which has previously been ranked among top 10 financial markets in the world in various indicators related to measuring capital market performance.
You can buy a lock of Lord Byron’s hair at this London auction
Before there was Robert Pattinson and the Hot Priest, there was Lord Byron.He was the nineteenth century’s answer to a bad boy. Romantic poet, bisexual man, a
10 things you need to know before the opening bell, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - This is what traders are talking about.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Panic in markets: If Coronavirus is not tamed, trade with China may slump
The real impact of trade can be gauged after February 8 when the Chinese New Year holidays end
Budget 2020: How can FM Nirmala Sitharaman put India back on growth trajectory towards a $5 trillion economy
Union Budget 2020:
U.S. lifts sanctions on unit of China's biggest shipping company
In September, restrictions were placed on the Dalian units of China COSCO Shipping Corp., sending freight rates soaring as traders cancelled charters linked to the parent company.
Space sector can hit $50 bn by 2024, needs policy support: Antrix-PwC study
Calls for unhindered access to capital for start-ups, govt support in the form of buyback arrangements or schemes to incentivise investors
Theresa May Has Earned Almost £400,000 Since Quitting As Prime Minister
May will receive a £190,000 “signing bonus” after agreeing a deal with the Washington Speakers Bureau agency last month.
Tech Mahindra to pick 70% stake in Cerium Systems
The cash transaction is expected to close by April 1, 2020.
Deepika Padukone nails yet another airport look
Deepika Padukone is undoubtedly the most sought after actress of Bollywood currently. The actress has some interesting projects in the pipeline. From Dharma Productions' love story directed by Shakun Batra starring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Ananya Panday to the Hindi adaptation of The Intern featuring Rishi Kapoor and her, the actress' projects are making her fans eager to watch her on the big screen sooner than soon.Today, the shutterbugs clicked the actress as she headed towards the airport after she got off from her swanky ride. The actress looked phenomenal in a pair of black lowers, a fitted crop top and a sexy yellow and black jacket on top. She strutted into the airport amidst media frenzy and we've got you pictures from the spot. Take a look...
Eco Survey calls for pro-business policies, strengthening invisible hand of markets
The invisible hand needs to be strengthened by promoting pro-business policies to provide equal opportunities for new entrants, enable fair competition and ease doing business, eliminate policies that undermine markets through government intervention even where it is not necessary, it said.
Explained: What is Economic Survey’s strategy for boosting wealth creation?
Economic Survey reiterates PM Narendra Modi's call for increasing “wealth creators” in the economy.
Billionaire Lawrence Stroll takes stake in Aston Martin
Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll will take an up to 20 percent stake in Aston Martin for nearly 200 million pounds (US$$263 million) as the ailing carmaker raises funds after a sales drop put pressure on its finances, Reuters reports. Famed for being fictional secret agent James Bond’s car of choice, the 107-year-old company’s share price…
How To Make Sure A Gym Is Right For You
If you’re having second thoughts about your gym lately, maybe because of the recent swarm of resolution-havers, it might be time to call it quits—and find a new gym....
Simon Coveney on Brexit: "Everybody loses here"
Tánaiste Simon Coveney has said he feels "sadness" as Britain leaves the European Union.The UK ...
Luxury Resort Chain Purchases Mattei's Tavern
A luxury resort chain has purchased the Inn at Mattei's Tavern in Los Olivos and hopes to reopen the historic landmark next year.
Economic Survey suggests widening scope of Make in India to create 4 crore jobs by 2025
This can be done by integrating “assemble in India for the world” into Make in India.
Euronews holds Reddit AMA to answer your questions on Brexit
Our Brexit expert, Alasdair Sandford will answer all the questions you have on Brexit on Reddit at 6pm CET.
'I knew this day would come,' says David Cameron as Britain leaves EU – video
The former prime minister said that Britain ‘can make a success’ of Brexit on the day the country is set to leave the European Union
1.7 million road users to benefit from 18pc discount for PLUS toll charges
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — A total of 1.7 million road users will benefit from the 18 per cent savings in their toll rates, at all PLUS-operated highways nationwide, from the stroke of midnight tomorrow. The toll reduction will cover all Passenger Vehicles (Class 1), Taxis (Class 4) and Buses (Class...
Northern farmers ask Johnson for £300m to replace CAP payments
Estimates suggest that the majority of farmers rely on EU payments for at least 60% of farm income
Could Britain ever rejoin the European Union after Brexit?
Is there any going back after January 31?
Uptick in retail prices in FY20 mainly on veggies, pulses: Economic Survey
Consumer price inflation has been witnessing moderation since 2014, however, there has been an "uptick" in the prices of food items, particularly vegetables, owing to output disruptions and low base
Spotted: Tara Sutaria and boyfriend Aadar Jain visit Ranbir Kapoor’s residence to rehearse for Armaan Jain’s sangeet
It’s almost wedding time in the Kapoor household with Armaan Jain’s sangeet coming up soon. Going by these latest photos, brother Aadar Jain, girlfrie
Indonesia offers reward for plucking tyre off giant croc's neck
JAKARTA: Indonesian authorities are offering a reward to anyone who can rescue a saltwater crocodile with a motorbike tyre stuck around its neck – and survive.
Short-term labour shortages on cards for Suffolk and Norfolk farms post-Brexit
East Anglia's farmers are set to count the cost of Brexit with a labour squeeze and higher costs - although there will be opportunities to develop stronger domestic supply chains, a report suggests.
Global thermal coal prices to fall following coronavirus outburst in China
Thermal coal imports into China are also likely to slow for a time. Already there are reports of Indonesian coal producers being asked to delay loadings. As the largest supplier of coal to China, Indonesia has the most to lose if the situation worsens and electricity demand weakens.
FG mulls release of 2021-2025 Medium Term Development Plan
The Federal government says the successor Medium, Term National Development Plan: 2021-2025 will be ready soon.
Jakarta stock index slips 1.5 percent as Wuhan virus spreads
The JCI concluded morning trade at 5,966.87 before lunch break, breaking below the 6,000 level for the first time this year.
SK Hynix to make deep capex cut as virus spread threatens chip output
South Korea's SK Hynix , the worlds' No.2 memory chip maker, warned a new virus outbreak in China could pose a threat to chip production and said ...
This new 'Yours and Mine' duvet could put an end to bedroom bickering for good
The bedding from Silentight allows each partner to select how hot or cold they like their side of the bed
Vernon man dies in hospital after crashing vehicle into a creek last week
A 37-year-old Vernon man has died in hospital after the vehicle he was driving left Highway 97 last Friday and ended up submerged a creek that runs adjacent
Economic Survey maintains $5 trillion aim, but can’t avoid references to Great Indian Slowdown
The annual document barely seems to acknowledge that the Indian economy is in the doldrums.
IBM-Backed Hyperledger Fabric Releases Version 2.0
Hyperledger Fabric had a major release with version 2.0, which significantly improves performance while adding some decentralization aspects for data sharing.
HUL reshuffles top management team
Prabha Narasimhan would replace Priya Nair, currently Executive Director - Home Care who moved as Executive Director - Beauty and Personal Care, the FMCG major said in a statement. Nair will take over from Sandeep Kohli, who will relocate to Dubai as VP – Beauty & Personal Care for our North Africa, Middle East, Turkey and Russia markets, it added.
Hyderabad: Girl’s Father Gets Her Christian Lover To Convert To Islam Then Refuses To Allow The Marriage
A case has come to light where a Christian man named Boballi Bhaskar converted to Islam to be able to marry the love of his life, only to be later denied by her father, reports Time Now Hindi.
FTSE 100 stumbles as coronavirus spreads to the UK
The FTSE 100 has fallen this morning after the Bank of England left interest rates on hold, boosting the pound and hurting British stocks.
‘Bold And The Beautiful’ Spoilers For Monday: Liam Blasts Wyatt For Leaving Sally For Felon Flo
The Bold and the Beautiful spoilers for Monday, January 31 reveal that Wyatt Spencer (Darin Brooks) is not half as sure of himself as he purports himself to be. In fact, when it comes to his love ...
UK's Brussels embassy takes down EU flag as sun sets on Brexit day
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Union’s flag was removed from outside the British embassy to the EU in Brussels on Friday, hours before the United Kingdom was set to formally leave the EU after 47 years of membership.
Economic Survey: India skids on ranking for protecting minority shareholders
The economic survey also patted the back of the government, stating that implementation of Goods and Services Tax (GST) has helped India in improving the ease of doing business.
Podcast: Economic Survey (Round-up)
The Economic Survey stated that the Indian economy is expected to grow 6-6.5 percent in 2020-21.This GDP growth forecast is seen as somewhat ambitious, given that Indian economy is widely expected to
4 Things Investors Must Consider Before Buying Aurora Cannabis
Aurora stock is currently one of the worst-performing Canadian cannabis companies. Here are a few things to know before investing.
Thanjavur-Tiruvarur electrified stretch inspected
K.A. Manoharan, Commissioner of Railway Safety, Southern Circle, Bengaluru, inspected the electrified Thanjavur – Tiruvarur broad gauge section on Friday. He commenced the inspection from Thanjavur tr
Ben Linfoot tips for Grade One races at Leopardstown's Dublin Racing Festival
Ben Linfoot is our man in Ireland this weekend for the Dublin Racing Festival and here he picks out a Yankee from the Grade One contests on Saturday.
Love Island: Shaughna and Callum take their relationship to the next level
“What’s it like to be in love...?”
Helping prepare medium business for 2020
Medium businesses don’t have the same resources as larger businesses to pursue new technology improvements, says Brad Pulford, GM – Channel & Distribution at Dell Technologies Africa.
'Old Slogans and Old Cliches': India's Ex-Finance Minister Slams Gov't Approach to Economic Slide
New Delhi (Sputnik): The Indian economy's growth rate witnessed a six-year low in the second quarter (July-September) of 2019; the Reserve Bank of India has cut the year's growth projection to 5 percent from the 6.1 percent projected in October 2019.
Quality rice through PDS from April 1
Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy has directed the officials of the Department of Consumer Affairs, Food and Civil Supplies to supply quality rice in packets under the Public Distribution System (
Indian Origin, IIT Kanpur Graduate Arvind Krishna Elected New CEO Of IBM
After a “world-class succession process”, American IT giant International Business Machines (IBM) has named Indian-origin technology executive Arvind Krishna as the new Chief Executive Officer succeeding Virginia Rometty, reports India Today.
ET View: Economic Survey revives an old tale about Microsoft
Microsoft has come a long way since then and even became the worlds most valued company. The Survey does not hold out a happy story.
Railway Budget 2020: Railway fares unlikely to be hiked, govt may give privatisation push
Budget 2020: After the success of India's first private train Tejas, the Centre may also consider privatising other trains and railway operations. The Centre's railway station modernisation plan will also boost steel consumption in the country
Toya Johnson Poses With Reign Rushing And Fans Cannot Have Enough Of The Baby Girl
Toya Johnson posed with her baby girl, Reign Rushing, and fans are simply in awe due to the baby girl's cuteness. They are saying that Reign gets
Suspension of UK’s China flights ‘hits up to 35,000 passengers’
British Airways and Virgin Atlantic grounded flights to mainland China.
Tax rule changes will see millions handed an extra £104 from April
31million people will see a cash boost - this is why
Chocolate has been on the menu for a century at Aunt Charlotte's Candies
Aunt Charlotte's Candies is a South Jersey candy shop celebrating a century of sweetness, going from penny treats to hundreds of mouthwatering options.
Economic Survey: Time to scrap Essential Commodities Act?
‘Government intervention in agriculture market doing more harm than good’
Stonewall Top 100: British Military Services Fall In 2020 Employer Rankings
All three services have ranked worse in this year's list, compared to 2019.
EEP Africa: grant financing for early-stage clean power projects
EEP Africa has opened a call for proposals aimed at applicants in need of grant financing to implement innovative early-stage clean energy projects in Southern and East Africa.
Budget Session: Economic Survey 2019-20 To Be Presented In Parliament Today
The budget session of the Parliament is set to commence from Friday (31 January) with an address by President Ram Nath Kovind to joint sitting of both the houses, reports India Today.
‘Christianity Prevents You From Asking Probing Questions’- Actress Shugatiti
Kumasi-based actress and photo model, Shugatiti has told popular Ghanaian blogger Chris Handler of Ghbase.com the reason why she stopped being a Christian and lost touch with everything it represents. The beautiful actress who is known for her semi to nude photos she drops on her social media pages, disclosed that she ditched Christianity and […]
GST collection crosses Rs 1.1 trn mark in January; in line with the target
In January, domestic GST collection was around Rs 86,453 cr. Around Rs 23,597 cr was collected through IGST and cess
Akua GMB’s husband, Dr Kweku Oteng allegedly marries 5th wife in a private ceremony
The CEO of Angel Group of companies Dr Kweku Oteng per the rumours on social media is that he has added to his four wives a fifth. It is not well known when the millionaire went in for another wife as his last wife known to the public is former Ghana Most Beautiful contestant Sally […]
Market movers: Stocks that saw action on Friday - and why
A roundup of some of the North American equities making moves in both directions today
Economic Survey: New firm creation higher in services sector than mfg, agri
The survey also said that there is a need to invest in ramping up India's statistical infrastructure. It also said that India has made impressive improvements in several social development indicators
Nigeria's Separated Conjoined Twins Live Normal Lives
Nigerian twin girls conjoined at the chest and abdomen are now living normal lives, weeks after being successfully separated at the state-owned National Hospital. Medical experts say the operation was the most complicated case of conjoined twins separation in Nigeria.
Big share sale target in FY21? AI, BPCL, CCRI plus some more
Dalal Street analysts expect disinvestment proceeds to touch Rs 50,000 crore in FY20.
Lavender Economic Survey says growth has bottomed out, pegs GDP for FY21 at 6-6.5%
The pre-Budget Survey said for wealth to be distributed, it first has to be created and called for looking at wealth creators with respect.
Katie Price vows to stay single 'until she meets someone worth it'
Model Katie Price has vowed to stay single until she finds someone who is worthy of dating her.
Delta just suspended China flights for longer than any other airline, a red flag as the unprecedented coronavirus wreaks havoc on the airline industry
Demand has plummeted because of the coronavirus outbreak, putting airline profits and China's economy at risk.
Billie Eilish Slams People Impersonating Her In Public For Pranks – ‘Please Stop!’
People have been impersonating Billie Eilish in public for the purpose of making YouTube videos and it sounds like the young singer is not happy
Entry screening not yet on cards for Irish airports as coronavirus spreads
Low level of exposure to Chinese tourists in Ireland, tourism bosses say
Teens arrested, garda injured following burglaries
Two teenagers and a young man have been arrested in Dundalk and a Garda injured following a number of burglaries in Dublin and a pursuit n the M50 and M1.
Market Highlights: Sensex slips 190 points, Nifty ends below 12,000 ahead of Budget 2020
Share Market, Stock Market Highlights: Everything that happened in the markets.
Kilbowie outdoor centre closure agreed by North Lanarkshire Council
The residential facility, which provides outdoor education for Primary Seven groups, is to shut in 2020-2021.
Union Budget 2020: Govt Tables Economic Survey, Pegs Growth Rate at 6-6.5% For FY 2020-21
The growth rate for the current financial year, ending March 31, was 5%, the Economic Survey, prepared by Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) Arvind Subramanian said. The Survey added that the rate of inflation declined from 3.2% in April 2019 to 2.6% in December 2019.
Budget session should be focused on economic matters: PM Modi
He also said that the session should be focused on economic matters and how India can take advantage of the current global economic situation.
Eden Hazard, Gareth Bale and Rodrygo miss out on Madrid derby
Despite suggestions they could return to action on Saturday, Eden Hazard and Gareth Bale will miss the Madrid derby.
Trainer David Dunne has licence suspended for four months after appeal
Original €2,000 fine halved but appeals body concludes original penalty was unduly lenient
Rand marks time as China virus, power cuts weigh
Investors clutch at hopes that China can contain the spread of the coronavirus.
'Feel good' Budget may see cut in tax rate, sops for social sectors
FM is expected to pull out all stops to spur demand and investment, govt sources and economists said.
Shire of Esperance council green-light nature camp plans
Plans for a nature-based camp park will move forward with conditions, after a unanimous vote by the Shire of Esperance council on January 28. About ten years...
Trudeau predicts orderly Brexit with minimal trade, investment disruption
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he is confident that Britain's exit from the European Union later today will be an orderly process with minimal disruption to Canadian trade and investment.
'Feel good' Budget may see cut in tax rate, sops for social sectors
To cushion the impact on collections, these tweaks might be accompanied by rationalisation in tax rebates
'Dropped your coronavirus'
A video shot in Burnaby is making the rounds on social media after a white male makes some uncouth comments about the coronavirus to an Asian woman.
GDP growth for 2018-’19 revised downwards to 6.1%
Earlier it was estimated to be 6.8%. However, slowdown in mining, manufacturing and farm sectors forced the National Statistical Office to change the figures.
Celebrity Cruises sails beyond the edge with a single cut of steel
Celebrity Beyond, the third ship in the highly acclaimed, award-winning Edge Series from Celebrity Cruises, has made the monumental move from concept to construct today as the first piece of steel was cut at the Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France. With the second-in-class Celebrity Apex set to arrive in Southampton in April 2020, the brand expects delivery of Celebrity Beyond in fall 2021.
Tech Mahindra profit dips 5% to ₹1,146 cr.
Firm’s revenue, however, rises 8% to ₹9,655 crore
Is India's GDP growth overstated? Economic Survey counters Arvind Subramanian, others
Beginning from Arvind Subramanian, several economists and international agencies have raised doubts over India's GDP growth rate figures in past one year. The Economic Survey 2020-21 rejects the charge.
Brexit day is here – but does the rest of the world even care?
As the English sparkling wine sits in the Downing Street chillers for tonight's light show, what has Brexit done for our reputation, asks Paul Blanchard
TS plans S-Hub with ₹25 cr. seed fund
Incubator to promote start-ups, sanitation and waste water recycling
Man Finds Iguana Lying Motionless on Road, Saves It By Placing Under Heat Lamp
A helpless iguana was lying in the middle of a highway, and its body was cold.
Ford Stock Is a Neutral Play in 2020
The automaker has an opportunity for growth in China but it’s got to deliver in a market not favoring light vehicles.
(Video) Naby Keita left hanging by unfunny West Ham fan v Liverpool
You don’t do this to Naby Keita! A video is surfacing of a West Ham fan at the London Stadium the other day going to fist pump Naby Keita, before leaving our no.8 hanging while he was on the …
Man of the hour: Dr. B.V. Doshi
Eminent architect and Pritzker Prize winner Dr. B.V. Doshi has received the Padma Bhushan. He speaks to Durganand Balsavar about the architect’s role in society
Chinese planes to bring overseas Wuhan citizens back to virus-hit city
China sent two planes to Malaysia and Thailand on Friday to bring "stranded" Hubei province residents back to the virus-stricken city of Wuhan, authorities said.
What will happen to the Pound after Brexit?
Just what will happen to the exchange rate?
CBR preview: Dealing with more uncertainties – Nordea
Analysts at Nordea Markets expect the Central Bank of Russia to leave its key rate unchanged at 6.25% at its meeting next Friday but maintained their
Qatar Airways to host 2nd CAPA Qatar Aviation Aeropolitical and Regulatory Summit
DOHA, QATAR – Following the success of last year’s CAPA Qatar Aviation, Aeropolitical and Regulatory Summit, the first summit of its kind held in the Middle East, Qatar Airways looks forward to welcoming industry leaders, national regulatory authorities, international and regional aviation organisations, and air transport executives from around the world to Doha next month for the second edition. This important summit will see senior aviation decision-makers from across the public and private sector gather for two days, from 5-6 February
Russian Chapel in Darmstadt
The last Tsar of Russia constructed this private church just so he could attend services when visiting his wife's hometown.
Coronavirus: Spurt in fertiliser import costs seen due to plant closure
Exporters not to worried for now, say concerns may kick in only if virus spread isn't controlled; leather sector stand to gain.
R40 000 theft couple arrested
A Bulawayo couple has appeared in court after they allegedly stole R40 000 from a house where the woman had been hired to do laundry.
Why imported onions are rotting? Economic Survey 2020 has an answer
Economic Survey 2020 latest: Imported onions are rotting as there are no takers. Here's what the Economic Survey 2019-20 has to say about the onion crisis
Vegans can feel the love this Valentine's Day with a new heart-shaped burger on sale at Asda
You'll fall head over heels for Peck's Ultimate Vegan Burger
Indian Air Force’s AN-32 Aircraft Takes Flight Near Chinese Border With Bio-Fuel in Both Engines
New Delhi (Sputnik): The Indian Air Force (IAF) is aiming to cut fuel costs by around $4 billion by 2024. With the successful test of the biofuel- blend-powered transport aircraft , the IAF will gradually increase biofuel use across its fleet.
Dangerous structure in Boulick graveyard, Gortnahoe - Ryan
Call to tackle dumping with CCTV
Madams’ family: Marianne Khoury’s deep dive into her history
DUBAI: Dutch-Moroccan-Egyptian model Imaan Hammam, who has walked for high-end fashion brands, is starring in the latest campaign for British luxury label Alexander McQueen.
Buyer Payments And Seller Payouts In A Changing Sharing Economy
Here's a look at the evolution of buyer payments and seller payouts in the changing sharing economy.
This Industrial Giant Is Giving Up and That's a Good Thing
After years of trying to turn things around, it's finally time to say goodbye to a struggling sector.
We are comfortable buying retail: Newmark plays against flow
Property fund veteran and former Hawthorn footballer Chris Langford is playing against the real estate flow and buying retail assets.
SK hynix’s 2019 operating profit plunges 87%
South Korean chipmaker SK hynix’s operating profit in 2019 plummeted 87 percent to 2.7 trillion won ($2.2 billion), amid the continued fall in memory chip prices and lower demand, according to its earnings report released Friday. The world’s second-biggest memory provider raised 26.9 trillion won in annual sales last year, a 33.3 percent plunge from 2018. The net profit nosedived 87 percent to 2.02 tril...
Slowdown bottomed out, GDP expected to grow at 6.5 per cent: Chief Economic Adviser
The Economic Survey has projected the GDP to expand by 6-6.5 per cent
Canada’s economy bucks forecasts, posts surprise gain
Statistics Canada says GDP grew by 0.1 per cent in November despite impact of rail strike, pipeline disruption; economists had expected no increase for the month
Bill Gates' Daughter Gets Engaged to an Egyptian
Bill Gate's daughter, Jennifer, has got engaged to fellow equestrian Nayel Nassar, Britain’s The Daily Mail reported. The eldest daughter of Bill and Melinda Gates who is 23, announced in a romantic Instagram post that she is getting married to the y
No Man Can Force Me To Change My Style Unless He Marries Me And Provides All My Needs – Shuga Titi (+Video)
Beautiful Ghanaian photo model and actress Shugatiti has made some shocking revelations about what it will take to make her change her style of dressing. Speaking in an exclusive interview on Ghbase.com, Shugatiti disclosed that there is no man who can stop her from posting nude videos and photos of herself. She explained that unless […]
Turkish conglomerate Anadolu sells McDonald's franchising rights
Turkey's Anadolu Group Holding, one of the country's largest conglomerates, said Thursday that all shares of Anadolu Restaurant, which includes the Turkish...
Unilever Plans to Dump PG Tips as Tea Sales Fall
Enormous international conglomerate Unilever has had enough of selling tea bags to British people, and is trying to offload its PG Tips and Lipton brands in the face of falling overall sales of tea products. It probably should've kept that to itself before trying to negotiate a price.
Firies calm and collected at Orroral Valley blaze's outskirts
A couple of dozen firefighters gathered with eskies at Tharwa's general merchant on Friday evening.
Airbus paying £3bn to end global corruption probes
Courts in France, the US and the UK considering their own parts of the deal.
Airbus paying £3bn to end global corruption probes
Courts in France, the US and the UK considering their own parts of the deal.
QLDC lifts Luggate water restrictions
With demand having dropped, Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) has lifted water restrictions in Luggate.
Gokada, Max motorcyclists protest Lagos ban on motorcycles
Hundreds of motorcyclists are protesting the ban on the operations of commercial motorcycles in six local governments in Lagos.
Truck has 480,000 lumen light panel installed on it
RCtestflight on YouTube was dissastisfied with only being able to light up entire mountainsides from four kilometers away, so replaced the enormous array of LED lamps atop his truck with ones inclu…
Economic Survey suggests cutting subsidy to increase fiscal legroom
Cutting the food subsidy can help provide more fiscal room, according to the Economic Survey.
Economic Survey Projects India's GDP Growth at 6-6.5 Per Cent for 2020-2021
New Delhi (Sputnik): Amid the widespread slowdown in the Indian economy, the government lowered its national income growth forecast for the current fiscal year from April 2019-March 2020 to 5 per cent against the earlier projections of 7 per cent.
Galaxy Z Flip will offer 12W wireless charging, stereo speakers
The Samsung Galaxy Z has been confirmed several times already. No doubt the South Korean tech giant is working on the next-gen foldable phone. It will be different from the original, first-gen Gala…
We did not deny Bishop Oyedepo’s Visa – US Embassy
The US Embassy in Nigeria has stated that they did not deny the Visa application of Bishop Oyedepo, as earlier reported. In the early ours of Friday January 31, 2020, multiple reports indicated that the General
Rand tumbles to 11-week low as coronavirus, power cuts weigh
The rand fell by nearly 4% over the week.
UK trade bodies respond to points-based immigration proposal
UKIE suggests "little impact" on games industry, while TIGA welcomes attention given to creative and STEM sectors
Divided Britons bemoan and celebrate Brexit on social media
It’s Brexit day and Britons on both side of the divide are taking to social media to tell the world how they feel.
Irish border communities ‘struggling to get mortgages due to Brexit’
Border Communities Against Brexit activists took their campaign for better public representation to Stormont on Friday afternoon.
A couple of good weeks and she will be on track: Kashyap backs Saina to qualify for Olympics
According to the qualification rules, only two players from each singles category can qualify from a country if their rankings lie within the top-16.
Jean Paul Gaultier Taps New General Manager
Antoine Gagey has succeeded Sophie Waintraub in the role.
Economic Survey backs Temasek-like model proposed for divestment
Survey recommends transferring stake of listed govt firms to a corporate entity
Fiscal deficit target may be relaxed to arrest declining growth: Economic Survey
The Medium Term Fiscal Policy (MTFP) statement presented with the Budget 2019-20, pegged the fiscal deficit target for 2019-20 at 3.3 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP), which was further expected to follow a gradual path of reduction and attain the targeted level of 3 per cent of GDP in 2020-21, and continue at the same level in 2021-22.
Union Budget 2020: Economic Survey Introduces 'Thalinomics'; Here Is What It Entails
Dubbed as an attempt to quantify what a common person pays for a Thali, a new concept called ‘Thalinomics’ has been introduced in Economic Survey 2019-20.
Watch: A pet goat enjoys morning pastries before riding away on a motorcycle
This goat knows the routine as it excitedly jumps on the man for its morning pastries. It then jumps on the back of the man’s motorcycle and embraces him as it reaches for more of the sweet s…
How analytics can help expand market share and generate revenue
Fintech players have captured the marketplace with efficient customer experience and proven that mass-market growth is achievable, without branches and with mobile-based applications. What sets new financial entrants apart is that they are adaptable and can provide customers with financial advice in a way that suits them.
Economic Survey 2020 pushes for privatisation of education, flexible labour laws
Economic Survey 2020: Survey calls for increasing literacy levels rapidly through institution of more schools and colleges; vouches for important policies that boost ease of doing business
HUL reshuffles top management team
Narasimhan would replace Priya Nair, currently Executive Director - Home Care who moved as Executive Director - Beauty and Personal Care
Citizen suffers as wilful defaults take toll on welfare schemes: Eco Survey
According to the Survey, promoters at the helm of defaulting firms pledge almost 50 per cent of their shareholding to lenders on average
Malaika Arora’s birthday wish for Amrita Arora is too adorable
Today Amrita Arora celebrates her 42nd birthday and Malaika Arora has a cute wish for her which she posted on Instagram.It is also Malaika’s friend, Vinay Bijlani’s birthday and the actress wished both of them on her Instagram story. She posted some throwback pictures and captioned it saying, "happy bday fellow Aquarian’s." The throwback pictures are a complete treat for the netizens. Not just on her story, Malaika even posted a picture on her feed and captioned it saying, “Happy bday my Amu,amzu,amolla,amutti,ams, ..... alll names of endearment , coz we love u(p.s . Now don’t cry n get emo)."Malaika Arora will soon be hosting a dance reality show along with Terence Lewis and Geeta Kapoor. Can’t wait to see this glam-diva sizzle on the small screen again.Check out the pictures that Malaika posted with Amrita...
CBSE to start free counselling for class 10, 12 students, parents from tomorrow
The counselling will be available to students after exams as well. Those who wish to contact with the counselors can do so via toll free number, 1800 11 8004. The facility, as per the official CBSE curriculum will be available till March 30, 2020.
Ginny Di Is Getting Her Own Dice Set That You'll Be Able to Buy in a New Kickstarter Next Month
Chances are that if you play tabletop RPGs, you have a lot of dice. Well, now you may want more dice to add to your collection. Wyrmwood recently revealed that they’re going to be running a Kickstarter towards the end of February, and this time it’s all about dice. They’ve teamed up with Level Up Di
Top headlines: Eco Survey 2019-20, Wipro's Abidali Neemuchwala steps down
Economic Survey for 2019-20 was tabled in Parliament on Friday and projected the country's gross domestic product (GDP) to grow between 6 - 6.5 per cent in financial 2020-21 (FY21)
A tiny useful discovery about the 4046 phase locked loop chip
Whilst poring over 4046 phase locked loop data sheets, I noticed yet another subtle useful difference between the the later faster 74HC4046 (diag from NXP data sheet) and the earlier slower CD4046.
Is this the most expensive bottle of liqueur in the world?
Suffolk auctioneers are toasting what they believe may be a record price for a single bottle of liqueur.
Australia fires: timelapse shows huge smoke cloud rising near Canberra – video
Huge clouds of smoke rising over houses south of the Australian capital can be seen in a timelapse video as a new state of emergency is declared
Special buses for Thaipoosam
PALANIAs the number of pilgrims going to the Palani hill town in the run up to the Thaipoosam festival, falling on February 8, the Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (Madurai) Ltd has launched a s
Azmin to lead working visit to Japan to explore new economic cooperation
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — Economic Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali will lead the Malaysian delegation of senior officials from his ministry for a six-day working visit to Japan from February 1-6. In a statement today, the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MEA) said the delegation will...
10 things you need to know before the opening bell
Here’s what you need to know before the markets open:
Hey! Pat Shortt brings his latest show to Roscrea
Racket Hall Country House Hotel, Roscrea are excited to welcome Pat Shortt with his latest show Hey! on Friday, February 7, 2020. Tickets are available from the hotel reception on 0505 21748 or from T...
Snowfall warning for Hwy 1
UPDATE 10:29 a.m. DriveBC has now issued a travel advisory for Highway1 in both directions between Columbia River Bridge and the B.C. Alberta Border for 219.5 km, Revelstoke to Field.
Economic Survey 2020 projects GDP growth at 6-6.5% in FY21
The Economic Survey 2020, prepared by Chief Economic Advisor Dr Krishnamurthy Subramanian, was tabled by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Parliament Friday.
Aston Martin Sells Part of Itself and Pivots to F1
Aston Martin is no longer cash-strapped and in peril, as car enthusiast billionaire Lawrence Stroll has smashed into the office and handed over £182m in return for him and his car-loving businessmates taking a 16.7 per cent ownership stake in the company. It's Dragon's Den for real.
Sunlit uplands? Forecast offers bright outlook for UK’s first post-Brexit day
Following a tumultuous three-and-a-half-years, even the February 1 weather forecast is split along Leave-Remain lines.
Suspension of UK’s China flights ‘hits up to 35,000 passengers’
British Airways and Virgin Atlantic grounded flights to mainland China.
Govt should lean on growth instead of focusing on fiscal deficit: CEA
It is time to focus on growth and, therefore, cutting expenditure is not an option, probably because at a time like this, growth needs to be taken care of, he added
3 Warren Buffett Picks That Most Investors Missed
Even many Buffett followers haven't picked up on some of these winners. Did you?
'Sexy' icicle spotted
An innkeeper in tiny Coalmont, B.C. had to do a double take when he and his wife spotted an icicle outside their living room window that looked familiar.
Gender Minister, UN Women agree to step up fight against GBV
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The UN Women Country representative in Kampala has decried the high cost implications of Gender Based Violence (GBV) and warned that it denies Ugandan communities resources they would have put in much-needed development projects. “Uganda is incurring over Shs77 billion in cost or opportunity costs in managing violence …
Brielle Biermann Says She's 'Completely Different' After Removing Lip Filler, Dying Hair
Brielle Biermann is embracing a whole new look after dissolving her lip fillers and going darker with her signature blonde locks! The Don't Be Tardy daughter, 22, took to Instagram to show off her new look in a sweet selfie, captioning it, 'Brunette Brielle is completely different than Blonde [...]
CBI court accepts plea for Jagan’s dispensation of presence
Matter posted to February 7 for next hearing
Manitoba government to end controversial practice of birth alerts in April
The Manitoba government is ending a controversial practice that allowed hospitals to flag new mothers to child welfare agencies.
Processes of exports, imports at KIA have improved vastly: Economic Survey
‘This is after implementation of authorised economic operators policy in 2016’
Uptick in retail prices in FY20 mainly on veggies, pulses: Survey
The Economic Survey 2019-20, presented in Parliament by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that inflation has been witnessing moderation since 2014, however, recently there has been an "uptick
Monetary Authority Of Singapore: What It Will Take To Win Digital Banking Licenses
The Merchants Guide To Navigating Global Payments Regulations examines how financial and data regulations are changing across different markets like Singapore.
Iran suspends all flights to and from China due to coronavirus
DUBAI (Reuters) - Iran has suspended all flights to China because of the coronavirus outbreak, Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency reported on Friday, adding that all flights from China to the Islamic Republic have also been banned.
Insolvency law reduces resolution time for stressed assets to 340 days: Economic Survey
The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), which came into force in 2016, provides for market-linked and time-bound resolution of stressed assets. The survey, tabled in the Parliament on Friday, also said resolution under the Code has been much higher as compared to other processes.
Explainer: Through the Brexit looking glass - What changes and what stays the same?
LONDON (Reuters) - Brexit is the United Kingdom’s biggest geopolitical move in decades. What will change and what will stay the same when Britain officially leaves the European Union on Friday at 2300 GMT?
Hot Military Wife Kayla Moody Leaves Little To The Imagination In A Tiny Thong Bikini
Kayla Moody celebrated the end of the workweek with a smoking hot new addition to her Instagram account that has proved hard to be ignored. The steamy shot was shared on Friday and was an instant hit ...
Jewish couple sues American Airlines after being kicked off flight for ‘body odor’
A Jewish couple from Michigan is suing American Airlines for discrimination after being booted off a flight last year – claiming the crew raised a stink about their alleged body odor.
Eco Survey: Thalinomics in times of rising prices: Veg, non-veg thalis more affordable
Using the annual earnings of an average industrial worker, it is found that affordability of vegetarian thalis improved 29 per cent from 2006-07 to 2019-20 while that for non-vegetarian thalis improved by 18 per cent.
VN-Index plummets further amidst coronavirus crisis - VnExpress International
The benchmark VN-Index plunged 22.96 points, or 2.39 percent, to 936.62 Friday to reach its lowest level since February 11 last year.
Cutting down waste: Jakarta's traditional markets to drop single-use plastic bags by July
As an alternative, vendors are expected to educate and provide their customers with ecofriendly bags.
The New Way of Investing That’s Making Airbnb Hosts a Fortune
Presented by T1 In the past, there has really only been one mainstream way of making money from the investment in…
Tools needed to help young people in Africa
RGB Building Supplies has joined forces with South West-based charity Amigos
India's annual growth slows to 5% as New Delhi vows revival
India needs to create jobs for the 1.2 million new entrants to the labor market every month but unemployment levels have hit a four-decade high.
Economic Survey: Take a cue from China to create 40 million jobs by 2025
Economic Survey: Take a cue from China to create 40 million jobs by 2025 Survey suggests integration of Assembling in India into Make in India
F&O: Over to Budget; banking stocks only hope as bears rule
India VIX moved up 3.38 per cent to 17.36 level.
Gallup: Credit Unions Feel The Love
The notion that credit unions (CUs) play country mouse to their more worldly banking cousins is beyond flawed, as a recent poll by the Gallup organization showed. Delving into customer sentiments across measures – including "helps me reach my financial goals" and "puts my financial well-being ahead of the interests of the bank" – Gallup found that credit unions are crushing it. Banks, not nearly as much. Banks did not surpass credit unions in any criterion used by Gallup. In fact, it wasn't even close. Though respondents had generally positive feelings about banks – for example, about financial institutions (FIs) being helpful during difficult life events – the focus on relationship-building and more personalized forms of finance have given credit unions the edge. For those who capitalize on it, the advantage will come in handy as FIs shapeshift their way to greater customer-centricity. How CUs sustain their unique brand of customer loyalty is among the core insights from the latest
Need to address key challenges in farm sector for doubling farmers' income: Survey
Issues such as investment in agriculture, water conservation, improved yields through better farming practices, access to market, availability of institutional credit, increasing the linkages between agricultural and non-agricultural sectors need urgent attention, it said.
It's a cob! Nottingham man 'sabotages' Greggs bacon roll advert
That settles it then
Pvt sector share in National Infra Pipeline to hit 30% by 2025: Eco Survey
Two-thirds of the pipeline is already firmed up; projects of certain states likely to be added to in due course
Economic Survey outlines strategy to achieve $5 trillion economy, says PM Modi
In a social media post, PM Modi said that the Economic Survey, tabled in Parliament today, highlights the government's strategy to achieve $5 trillion economy.
Eco Survey flags 'disproportionate dwarfism' of Indian banks, calls upon PSBs to become efficient
Flagging 'disproportionate dwarfism' of banks, Economic Survey called upon PSBs to become efficient.
Unilever sales growth stagnates amid sluggish household consumption
The Anglo-Dutch company booked a 2.7 percent year-on-year (yoy) growth in sales to Rp 42.9 trillion (US$3.15 billion) in 2019, the company said in a statement obtained by The Jakarta Post on Thursday.
BT to charge customers for unreturned routers
BT says changes will improve sustainability and bottom line
Stroll acquires stake in Aston Martin
A consortium that includes Quebec billionaires Lawrence Stroll and Andre Desmarais is taking a significant stake in British car manufacturer Aston Martin — a move expected to have repercussions in the Formula One world.
View: Public sector bank network, a good idea
It is vital for India to swiftly enact the law on data protection, given the kind of data sharing that has been envisaged in the PSBN.
A Pink's Eunji talk about her love of SHINee's songs & dating experience
A Pink's Eunji talked about her love of SHINee's songs and her dating experience.On the January 31st broadcast of 'Jung Eun Ji's Gayo Plaza', singer&…
Corporate tax cut to mostly benefit less than 1 pc of companies: Survey
The corporate tax cut announced by FM last Sept will benefit less than 1 pc of firms, as per Economic Survey.
IN PHOTOS: After PH confirms first case, schools on alert against coronavirus
To reduce the risk of possible infection, schools in Metro Manila, Rizal and Davao take precautionary measures inside the campus
Economic Survey: Sales of over 1.7k mfg firms contracted by 7.7% in Q2
Net profit for the manufacturing sector contracted in Q1 (June quarter) of 2019-20, mainly due to a production slowdown, it added
Trade setup for Budget day: Nifty has strong support at 11,900, 11,850
On the upside, NSE Nifty has resistance at 12,125 and 12,200 levels.
Germany wants to conclude Brexit talks by year's end: minister
BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany wants to do all it can to conclude outstanding negotiations with Britain on its future ties with the European Union by the end of this year, Economy Minister Peter Altmaier said on Friday.
Economic Survey: Need to address challenges in farm sector to double income
The food processing sector is growing at an average annual growth rate of more than 5 per cent over the last six years ended 2017-18, it added
The Nigel Farage Show: live on Brexit Day
The Nigel Farage Show is live on Brexit Day from 6pm and you can watch it here.
Uptick in retail prices in FY20 mainly on veggies, pulses: Economic Survey
The Survey has recommended measures to safeguard farmers through procurement under Price Stabilization Fund to help regulate the price volatility of important agri-horticultural commodities and also added that MSP needs to be made more effective. For the current financial year so far, food and beverages emerged as the main contributor to retail inflation.
Final call to apply for CiTi’s Women in Business programme
Today’s the deadline to apply for CiTi's upskilling programme for female entrepreneurs in the Western Cape.
Priyanka Chopra Reveals How She Avoided A Wardrobe Malfunction In Her Dramatic Grammy’s Outfit!
Whatever one thought of Priyanka Chopra’s neck-to-navel gown that she wore for the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards, it cannot be denied that she carried it with utmost panache, avoiding a much dreaded wardrobe malfunction. In a recent interview, Priyanka revealed how she was so secure in the gown throughout.
CMA new boss talks tough against issuing profit warnings late
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 31 - The Acting Chief Executive of Capital Markets Authority Wycliffe Shamiah has warned companies listed on the Nairobi Securities Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |
SMSF trustees need simpler, cheaper regulation
Looking for straightforward advice and getting tied up in paperwork or high fees? Why it's time for change.
Travel warning: Israelis in China should consider leaving
Israel's Foreign Ministry warns against traveling to China, says Israelis currently in the country should consider leaving.
Apple TV adds another eleven stunning underwater video screensavers
Earlier this week, Apple released eleven new underwater screensavers for the Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K. If you are using the Aerial screensaver, the Apple TV will automatically download them and appear in the rotation alongside the existing videos. The new videos were added sometime this week, around Monday or Tuesday. The new […]
#Showbiz: 'Parents with special children are so blessed' - Chef Wan
KUALA LUMPUR: Celebrity chef Datuk Redzuawan Ismail always has a heart for the less fortunate, including handicapped children.
Bridges to be built to help pupils cross rivers
The KZN Transport Department has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Premier’s Office, Department of Public Works ...
National Statistical Office revises growth down to 6.1% for 2018-19
“Real GDP or GDP at constant (2011-12) prices for the years 2018-19 and 2017-18 stand at ₹139.81 lakh crore and ₹131.75 lakh crore, respectively.”
Daily Blender Tip - Copy Rotation from one object to another
Jan van den Hemel writes: What if you want to copy the rotation of one object to another object? You will need to use the Copy Attributes add-on, which comes with Blender by default. This short video shows you how to use it. https://youtu.be/f7zF1pjpc74
Hayne's shock treatment worked
The royal commission was designed to shock the entire financial services system into change. It was brutal, but it delivered.
Going with the wind energy in Latvia
Going green has been an international hot topic for a while, with Latvian President Egils Levits discussing at the recent World Economic Forum how Latvia could become a renewable energy role model, and an increasing portion of the Latvian energy portfolio will be made up of wind energy.
IHG debuts upscale brand, voco in Africa with Valor Hospitality Partners Africa
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - InterContinental Hotels Group, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed voco The Bank, Rosebank in South Africa in partnership with Valor Hospitality Partners Africa. Earlier this year, IHG announced the signing of a Master Development Agreement (MDA) with Valor Hospitality Partners Africa to roll out multiple franchise hotels over the next 10 years, across IHG’s portfolio of brands in midscale, upscale and luxury segments. This is the first signing under the MDA and adds
China banks borrow from SARS playbook in preparation for market reopening
SHANGHAI: Chinese financial firms will deploy measures used during the SARS outbreak nearly two decades ago to combat the new virus when markets ...
Budget 2020: James Wilson, the man who brought budget, income tax to India
Budget 2020: When James Wilson introduced the Income Tax, the act severely impacted the mood of the businesses as well as the feudal lords
The Week In Payments: China, China, Challenger Banks And Bitcoin
If there were a theme in the big headlines this week in payments, financial services and commerce, it would have been movement.
Anger over cut to Cambuslang bus service
The 172 will no longer call at several stops
Government must unleash bold reforms to achieve 6-6.5% growth in FY21, say experts, industry
The chamber said as the Economic Survey is a precursor to the Union Budget, it expects some of the bold reforms highlighting trust, entrepreneurship and primacy of the market to be reflected in the Budget announcements. Leader Economic Advisory Services at PwC India Ranen Banerjee said attaining the projected growth rate of 6-6.5% will be challenging.
Nike Vaporflys allowed in Tokyo Olympics – but World Athletics bans Eliud Kipchoge’s marathon Alphaflys
The controversial Nike Vaporfly will be allowed at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, but a World Athletics ruling has effectively banned the prototype Alphfly shoe until further testing is carried out.
US: Income growth is not what it used to be – Wells Fargo
Data released on Friday in the US showed that personal income rose 0.2% and spending 0.3% in December. Despite a tight labor market, year-over-year re
Buy the Bloodshed in Twitter Stock After the Q4 Earnings Release
Twitter stock tumbled badly following the underlying company’s Q3 earnings report and unfortunately, Q4 may not be so hot either. But there are enough positives in this story to warrant a contrarian mindset.
Shell and TransDiesel to Partner in NZ
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Budget 2020: Challenge for Indian Finance Minister is to Balance Growth, Fiscal Deficit
New Delhi (Sputnik): Amid the slowdown in the Indian economy, the government lowered its national income growth forecast from 7 percent to 5 percent for the current fiscal year. The Economic Survey tabled in Parliament on Friday pegged growth for 2020-21 at between 6 and 6.5 percent.
Toyota Corolla Quest: more details revealed
Yesterday we announced that the Toyota Corolla Quest had been revealed and would replace the outgoing model with the 11th-generation’s platform.
Volatility In SmileDirectClub Likely To Continue So Waiting To Buy May Be Best
SmileDirectClub, Inc went public in September 2019 as a unicorn, being valued at over $5B.While margins are showing improvement, net margin is still negative mainly due to high customer acquisition co
Alice Reilly is calling it a day
WESTPORT Tourist Office employee Alice Reilly - who has greeted thousands of visitors - is calling it a day.
Rail investment ‘fantastic news’ for Northland, says Reade
January 31, 2020
Tesla Showing Similarities to 2017 Bitcoin, What Happens Next?
Tesla is among the top-performing assets of 2020 so far, and one of the few financial assets that has outperformed Bitcoin and the rest of the
Shatta Wale and Efia Odo fights dirty on Twitter over her supposed wine shop
Efia Odo and Shatta Wale’s relationship has really taken a nosedive after the two unfollowed each other on social media with Efia warning an SM fan not to link her to anything that has got to do with the ‘Melissa’ hitmaker. Now the sour relationship between them has escalated as the two engages each other […]
Atlantic Mavericks: Shropshire rowers reach dry land to waiting family
There were emotional scenes as the Atlantic Mavericks - including Shropshire's Ian Davies and Roy Dixon - docked in Antigua today, after 50 days and 19 minutes rowing across the Atlantic.
CM Jagan Approaches High Court Once Again
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy approached Telangana High Court once again seeking exemption from the court appearances. He sought the permission of the court to allow another accused to represent him in the future court appearances.
CFPB Sues Citizens Bank For Violating Truth In Lending Act
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has filed a lawsuit against Citizens Bank over alleged violations of the Truth In Lending Act (TILA).
Women don’t have to have kids or get married — Actress, Toni Tones
Nollywood actress, Toni Tones wants people to understand that women don't have to have kids or get married to be regarded as successful...
Consumer Sentiment Jumps Higher
Consumer sentiment was bolstered by record low unemployment, record gains in income, and near record lows in inflation. | Economy
realme 5 Pro Chroma White Malaysia release: only 500 units available at RM999
realme has officially announced that their Valentine Edition realme 5 Pro Chroma White will be available in Malaysia from 4 February 2020 at 12AM onwards on Shopee. Do note that there will be 500 units available, so act fast if you are interested in getting one for yourself.
Teachers unlikely to face penalties for strike next week
‘Not constructive’ to talk about penalising teachers, says Government spokeswoman
Economic Survey 2019-20: GDP data accuracy story
The Economic Survey also added that since 10% increase in new firm creation increases district-level GDP growth by 1.8%.
Eastern EU states threaten lawsuit over looming trucking reform
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Poland, Bulgaria and other eastern European Union states are mulling a legal challenge to new road transport rules that would force their trucks to return home every eight weeks, a change they say would harm their trucking companies, diplomats said.
7 Lessons Learned from Rebranding Gone Wrong
Don't let your company's rebranding efforts go sideways: Heed these valuable lessons.
Finance minister: 18pc discount for PLUS toll charges starts tonight
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — The 18 per cent Projek Lebuhraya Utara Selatan (PLUS) toll highway discount begins tonight, said Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng today. Lim reiterated Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s announcement that the Cabinet has decided to restructure PLUS’ concession...
University organises ‘Climate-Smart Innovation’ platform for Agricultural stakeholders
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Funding National Infra Pipeline would be a 'challenge': Economic Survey 2019-20
To achieve GDP of USD 5 trillion by 2024 – 2025, India needs to spend about USD 1.4 trillion (Rs.100 lakh crore) over these years on infrastructure so that lack of infrastructure does not become a constraint to the growth of Indian economy, the survey said.
Govt plans to sell 15% take in HAL via offer for sale
The government is planning to sell 15 per cent stake in Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) through an offer for sale, which could fetch about Rs 4,000 crore to the exchequer.
Pro-business policy critical to achieve $5 trillion economy, says Economic Survey
The Economic Survey 2019-20 says India’s aspiration to become a $5 trillion economy depends critically on promoting “pro-business” policy that unleashes the power of competitive markets to generate
Production pattern is not in sync with the demand: The Economic Survey 2019-20
The survey said that the share of cereals declines steadily as MPCE level increases, from about 19 per cent for the bottom decile class of rural India to about 5-6 per cent for the top decile class, and from 15 per cent for the bottom decile class of urban India to under 3 per cent for the top decile class.
Good start, companies — now keep raising wages!
About a decade ago, when I started writing about how companies should strive to create value for stakeholders, not just shareholders, some of my business and finance friends thought I was nuts.
Paola Paronetto combines paper and clay to create delicate vessels
Italian ceramicist Paola Paronetto has unveiled two new vase designs, created using her distinctive "paper clay" technique.
Privatised CPSEs reported better profit, sales after transition: Eco Survey
The survey, tabled in Parliament on Friday, examined the change in performance for each individual central public sector enterprises (CPSE)
Students design all-terrain electric vehicle
A team of 25 students from Tiruchi designed a car and exhibited at a national-level competition organised by Society of Automotive Engineers- India.‘Team Flux,’ from Saranathan College of Engineering,
Some wasps have evolved to recognize and remember faces
A team of researchers at Cornell University recently published a new paper titled “Evolutionary dynamics of recent selection on cognitive abilities.” But that’s a mouthful that ki…
Caterpillar’s 2020 outlook adds more gloom to virus-shaken markets
The outlook signals headwinds for machine sales, which fell the most in nearly three years in December.
Airbus agrees to pay 3.6 billion euros to settle corruption probes
Airbus is set to pay a massive 3.6 billion euros ($4 billion) in fines to Britain, France and the US to settle corruption inquiries sparked..
GDP growth expected to strongly rebound to 6-6.5% in FY21: Economic Survey
India's economic growth is expected to "strongly rebound" to 6-6.5 per cent in 2020-21 from 5 per cent estimated in the current fiscal, the Economic Survey said on Friday, adding that the government with a strong mandate has the capacity to expedite reforms.
Barli Asmara enters ready-to-wear market with latest collection
Barli Asmara may be known to you for his delicate and ultra-feminine bridal offerings, but the designer has now set foot into the world of affordable ready-to-wear clothes with his latest collection.
Wall Street opens in red as coronavirus headlines continue to dominate
Wall Street's n indexes started the last day of January in the negative territory as investors continue to react to heightened concerns over the coron
Appeal for Navodaya schools in all districts
Planning Board vice-chairman B. Vinod Kumar writes to NITI Aayog
Posco’s operating profit down 30% in 2019 amid industry downturn
South Korean steel giant Posco said Friday its operating profit dropped 30.2 percent in 2019 from the previous year, amid the overall industry downturn and protectionism by major trading partners. The steelmaker said its revenue stood at 64.3 trillion won ($53.9 billion), down 0.9 percent on-year. The operating profit posted at 3.86 trillion won, while net profit was 1.98 trillion won last year. The operating margin...
This Will Be The Quickest Volkswagen Golf R Ever
Volkswagen fans are eagerly awaiting the reveal of the eighth-generation Golf R, which should be arriving l...
Eco Survey sees growth at 6.5% in FY21, calls for easing of deficit target
For the current fiscal, it projected a GDP growth of 5 per cent, the lowest in 11 years, and worsening job prospects
Limerick students hurt by 'insensitive' reminder of bus crash during pre-Leaving Cert exam
Students have been left shocked and upset by an “insensitive” reminder of a bus crash in a pre-Leaving Cert exam.
Carnoustie residents demand renewables giant moves controversial cable landing site
Carnoustie community leaders have moved to protect local tourism from “huge disruption” caused by controversial plans to bury an electricity cable next to their world-famous golf course.
Economic Survey 2020 has a clear message for Nirmala Sitharaman
Growth in the current fiscal year would come in at 5 per cent, as per Economic Survey.
The great Baillieu stockbroking sting
Should two Melbourne brothers have picked up on the signals coming from a mysterious Arab financier that he was part of an elaborate entrapment?
Court orders safeguards for Kenyan digital IDs, bans DNA collecting
NAIROBI (Reuters) - Kenya’s high court said the government could go ahead with a new digital ID scheme, as long as it brought in stronger regulations and did not use it to collect citizens’ DNA and geo-location data.
BSNL set to revamp; half the employees are retrenched today
Barat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is all set to rejuvenate the public telecom sector by bringing alterations in services and work. As part of the move the country is to witness the largest retrenching of employees.
Railways allow armed escorts in freight trains to secure goods prone to theft
Armed escorts have been initially approved in the Eastern Railway zone and will be reviewed after a period of six months before it is extended to the other zonal railways
Budget 2020: Will govt increase investment limit under Section 80C?
Budget 2020: The limit of deduction available under Section 80C is Rs 1.5 lakh. Taxpayers expect FM Sitharaman to increase the limit to Rs 2.5 lakh
Mostly dry weather in store for today and tomorrow - Talk of the Town
It will be mostly dry this evening and tomorrow. That’s the verdict of Louth Weather in their latest forecast for the next couple of days. In an update this morning, Louth Weather said: “Cloudy this morning with some patchy drizzle over northern parts. However brighter weather is on the way. The dividing line, running from...Read More→
Watch: This YouTuber tricked the controversial Katie Hopkins into receiving a fake award
Josh Pieters, serial YouTube prankster, got Hopkins to fly to Prague and receive an ‘award’ from The Cape Town Collective For Freedom Of Speech.
Omo-Pick-A-Box Host Lorna Irungu; Where Is She Now?
The show was one of the most-watched every Sunday. Lorna Irungu was one of the hosts and...
A little-known trucking company surges nearly 58% after Volkswagen makes a surprise offer to buy
Hardly a household name, truck manufacturer Navistar’s stock rose to sudden popularity Thursday, continuing into Friday’s pre-market trading. Shares surged as much as 57.7% Friday after Volkswagen’s trucking arm, Traton, made an unsolicited offer to buy the company for $US2.9 billion, or $US35 per share, Thursday. Volkswagen, which already owns a 16.76% stake in Navistar, said it would pay entirely in cash. The two companies are some of the biggest in the truck-making industry. But to make the acquisition, Volkswagen will have to get the blessing of activist investor Carl Icahn: The billionaire’s fund owns about 17% of Navistar’s outstanding stock, making Icahn Navistar’s single largest shareholder. The offer comes at a time when the broader trucking manufacturing industry is in a slump, with new orders in decline, The Wall Street Journal previously reported. In its most recent earnings, Navistar’s fourth quarter revenue declined versus the year prior. The stock started the year sliding downwards after it trailed…
Hundreds of schools face closure on Tuesday due to teacher strike
Meeting between TUI and public service oversight group ends without breakthrough
WATCH: Virat Kohli’s masterly run-out finds Colin Munro wanting in Wellington T20I
Virat Kohli’s masterly run-out: The Indian captain put on display a magnificent run-out to dismiss the opposition’s opening batsman.During the fourth T20I of the ongoing India’s tour of New Zealand in Wellington, India captain Virat Kohli outdid New Zealand opening batsman Colin Munro with a masterful run-out.It all happened on the fourth delivery of the 12th over when Munro played a delivery from India all-rounder Shivam Dube towards sweeper cover. In what would easily have been a couple of runs under normal circumstances, it wasn’t to be as Kohli’s gut got the better of Munro’s torpid running between the wickets. Shardul Thakur, who was fielding at the boundary, picked the ball and threw it towards the non-striker’s end. With Kohli standing at cover, he collected the ball midway and took a shy at the stumps at the striker’s end.ALSO WATCH: Mitchell Santner grabs flying catch to dismiss Virat Kohli Him hitting the stumps directly without even watching the stumps saw Munro easily short of his crease. Having watched…
Regional council approves GRT deal, buses will be back on the road Saturday
There has been no bus service for close to two weeks
Nissan Titan Becomes Snarling Beast With Sweet-Sounding Exhaust
We're of the opinion that the Nissan Titan doesn't get as much recognition as it deserves in the US market....
30 years later, Economic Survey lays down the ground for Liberalisation 2.0
Embracing capitalism in a new avatar
MG Hector BS6 petrol priced from Rs 12.74 lakh
Move to BS6 sees prices hiked by about Rs 26,000 across all MG Hector petrol variants. Click for more details.
Did Apple Spend Billions on Improving Version of Maps?
Apple is always one of the forward thinkers and now chooses to invest a chunk of their profit in improving maps to make it one of the more used navigation apps out there.
Economic Survey Bats For Market Economy, Shows How Government’s Intervention Can Do More Harm Than Good
The Indian state is not only involved in running businesses but also intervenes in markets quite frequently.
Sebi disposes of insider trading case against SpiceJet's former independent director
It had been alleged that he traded in SpiceJet while in possession of unpublished price information
Orange selects Nokia and Ericsson for 5G network roll-out in France
Orange announced that it has chosen Nokia and Ericsson to support its 5G deployment in France. The two companies are both long-term partners of the operator, already providing RAN equipment for 2G/3G/4G infrastructure. Nokia will continue to serve the western and south-eastern areas of the country, while Ericsson will remain the main supplier for the Ile-de-France, north-east and south-west regions.
Moment pastor prayed and a passport appeared from his shoe for a church member (Video)
Ghanaian pastor, Bishop Obinim, known for self-proclaimed spiritual powers and extreme Christian practices, new miracle is getting every one talking. The pastor was seen in a video performing another miracle, which is reasonably hard to believe. The
Marico slips 6%, hits 52-week low on disappointing December quarter results
In Q3FY20, consolidated revenue from operations declined 2 per cent YoY at Rs 1,824 crore.
Myanmar earns US$310 M from fishery exports in 2020
Myanmar earned about US$310 million from fishery export from October 1 to January 17 in this fiscal year and it is more US$45 million compared with the amount of fishery export in the same period in the last fiscal year, according to figures from the Ministry of Commerce.
Oyo cuts staff strength by about 2,000, exits 200 cities as part of restructuring
Oyo claims that although it has slashed a significant workforce, there has been a lot of support that the start-up has given to the employees who have been asked to leave
Bank of Ghana keeps policy rate unchanged at 16 percent
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Major fire at paper and boards unit
SivakasiA major fire broke out at a private paper and boards unit at Sukravarpatti on Friday evening. Machinery, furniture, raw materials and buildings were gutted in the fire that started at around 6
Economic Survey sources data from Wikipedia, other private entities
The Economic Survey 2019-20 has sourced certain data from Wikipedia, which is not considered as reliable source of information.
HUL reports 12.95% rise in consolidated net profit at Rs 1,631 cr
The company had posted a net profit of Rs 1,444 crore in the October-December period of the previous fiscal
ITC Q3 net profit rises 29% to Rs 4,047.87 cr; net sales up 5.71%
The company had posted a net profit of Rs 3,136.95 crore in the October-December quarter of the previous fiscal
Extreme Volatility Inbound: Why Today Is Critical For the Crypto Market
The crypto market has risen over 40% since the start of 2020, thanks to gains from Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and other altcoins.
Use big data, AI to detect fraud at PSU banks
Economic Survey proposes setting up of a PSB Network to enable banks to take more informed decisions on credit underwriting.Banking sector must scale up in tandem with the size of the Indian economy to support growth and development, says the Survey
Neutrogena Just Launched An Affordable Range That Harnesses The Power Of Turmeric
We're already all the way through January, and while many of us will be happy to see the dull and dreary month go, it's also pretty alarming how quickly the first four weeks of the year have passed us by. As ever, the world of beauty has been…
Incredible microscope video of an otherworldly green algae colony
First discovered in 1700 by Antonie van Leeuwenhoek, the microscopic spheres in this video are Volvox, a genus of chlorophyte green algae. If you enjoy this video, its creator Shigeru Gougi posts a…
Indiabulls Real Estate to merge certain Embassy Property projects with self
Embassy is in discussions with financial investors such as The Blackstone Group Inc. and others to raise up to $200 million before the said merger. This equity investment of $200 million will bring significant cash in the merged entity for expanding its business operations.
Govt must support pro-business policies to be a $5-trn economy: Eco Survey
The survey said the exponential rise in India's GDP and GDP per capita post liberalisation coincides with wealth generation in the stock market
The ‘Night of Solidarity’: The army of volunteers who count Paris’s homeless
Every year, some 2,000 volunteers and state workers spend the night walking the streets of Paris to make a survey of the number of people sleeping rough in the French capital. For those who give up t…
Economic slowdown bottomed out, uptick from here onwards: CEA K V Subramanian after Economic Survey
Chief Economic Adviser K V Subramanian on Friday said India's GDP is expected to grow at 6-6.5 per cent next fiscal as the economic slowdown has bottomed out.
Eskom CEO appoints board for planned division into three units
Eskom seeks to drive harder bargain on funding costs-CEO
Good start, companies — now keep raising wages!
About a decade ago, when I started writing about how companies should strive to create value for stakeholders, not just shareholders, some of my business and finance friends thought I was nuts.
Best luggage brands to invest in if you're looking for stylish suitcases
Jet-set lifestyle: These are the best luggage brands for on-trend travel, from cool cabin bags to stylish suitcases
Budget 2020: Why focus on wealth creation is good news for Indian economy
The Economic Survey 2019-20 has managed to hit the bullseye by focusing on wealth creation. It now remains to be seen whether the government provides the tools and environment required for the same.
Tims seeks to reclaim roots
Tim Hortons franchisees gathered in Calgary earlier this week and erupted into applause after corporate executives promised to help reframe the public's understanding that the chain is a Canadian company.
SK Hynix, Inc. (HXSCL) Q4 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
SK Hynix, Inc. (OTC:HXSCL) Q4 2019 Earnings Conference Call January 30, 2020, 07:00 PM ET Company Participants Sanghoon Park - Head of IR Jin-Seok Cha - CFO Conference Call Participants Hyunwoo Doh -
France's Pasteur Institute Foundation hoping to develop coronavirus vaccine
PARIS (Reuters) - France’s Pasteur Institute Foundation is looking into developing a vaccine to treat the coronavirus, an official at the institute said on Friday.
UK Bankers Would Like a Lie-In in the Mornings
People who make their money from other people losing theirs would like to be allowed to do so during more sociable hours, with those who ply trades on the UK's stock exchanges petitioning for a later start to their working days.
I visited London's famous Borough Market, and the food was so diverse that supermarkets now seem boring, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - It's one of the largest and most famous food markets in Europe, and you might recognize it from films like "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.". Read more at businessinsider.sg
ASEAN sustainable finance: A huge gap means a huge opportunity
While many investors, corporations and financial institutions have announced a commitment to achieving the SDGs, capital is not flowing at the required speed to those countries where SDG investment matters most.
Formal employment rises from 17.9% to 22.8% in 6 years: Economic Survey
Economic Survey: A rise in share of formal employment indicates that more people are getting regular jobs and being employed in the organised sector.
Economic survey predicts GDP to be between 6 and 6.5%, wants government to deliver expeditiously on reforms to revive growth
The Economic Survey 2019-20 tabled in the parliament on Friday predicted the GDP growth between 6% and 6.5% in the fiscal year starting 1 April.
Eco Survey focuses on wealth creation, says PM
After the release of Economic Survey 2019-20, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to his Twitter handle and said it focuses on wealth-creation for 130 crore Indians. It outlines a multi-faceted strategy to achieve a $5 trillion economy through enterprise, exports, ease of doing business and more.
Sides in bitter forest dispute back at table
Times ColonistWith the longest strike in coastal forest history now into its eighth month, the two sides in the bitter dispute are heading back to the bargaining table.Western Forest Products and . . .
Raising funds for infrastructure will be "challenge": Economic Survey
States that well prepared projects might attract investors
Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll leads group buying stake in Aston Martin
Stroll will become the iconic car company’s executive chairman; consortium, which also includes André Desmarais, will initially buy a 16.7 per cent interest with plans to raise that to 20 per cent
Who will benefit from Ehsaas Kafaalat Programme?
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Prime Minister Imran Khan has formally launched the “Ehsaas Kafaalat Programme”, under which Rs 2,000 stipend will be paid per month to the most deserving and poorest women across the Country through a digital payment system based on transparent mechanism. Under the programme, one million deserving families in 70 Districts will begin receiving Kafaalat stipends from February to March 2020. The enrollment process of 1 million families in 70 Districts has already been initiated in the first phase while more beneficiary families in rest of the Districts will be enrolled systematically by the end of 2020, which will mark the beginning of disbursing the Rs 2,000 monthly stipends to 7 million beneficiaries through the programme. The database of deserving individuals has been established using a variety of modern techniques and technology to ensure the provision of frauds free dignified financial assistance. Meanwhile, all existing eligible beneficiaries of the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP)…
Portion of TTC's Line 1 closed this weekend
Commuters will be faced with yet another subway closure this weekend on Line 1.
Russia proposes raising Turkish tomato import quota by 50,000 T -RIA
MOSCOW, Jan 31 (Reuters) - Russia's Agriculture Ministry on Friday proposed increasing Turkey's tomato import quota by 50,000 tonnes to 200,000 tonnes, the RIA news agency reported.Russia lifted a ban on vegetable imports from Turkey in November 2017 but set quotas as tensions between the two countries eased after Ankara apologised for downing a Russian military jet. (Reporting by Maria Kiselyova; writing by Tom Balmforth; editing by Jason Neely)© Copyright Thomson Reuters 2020. Click For Restrictions - http://about.reuters.com/fulllegal.asp
Economic Survey 2020: CEA Subramanian sees fiscal slippage in FY20
Subramanian said the country might have hit the trough in growth and expressed his confidence in achieving 6-6.5 per cent growth in fiscal year 2020-21
Economic Survey: Building blocks for 'wealth creation' and $5-trn economy
Here is a snapshot of some of the 'new ideas' for the economy that the Survey focuses on
Nordea Appoints Virgin Money’s Ian Smith As New CFO & Head of Group Finance
Finland-based banking group Nordea Bank announced on Thursday it has appointed Virgin Money's CFO Ian Smith as its new CFO and Head of Group Finance. According to Nordea, Smith has an extensive background in the financial services sector in the UK and has held senior positions as a banking audit partner and later as Financial Services M&A leader at Deloitte. He also previously served as Director of Group Finance at Lloyds Banking Group plc and
Talking points ahead of Wales’ opening Six Nations clash against Italy
The defending champions get the tournament under way on Saturday.
Church of England apologizes for saying only married heterosexuals should have sex
Top archbishops in the Church of England have apologized for guidance issued by the church last week that said only married heterosexuals should have sex while same-sex or heterosexual Christians in civil partnerships should remain abstinent.
Philips Ambilight TVs have had another price drop – but it won’t be around for long
Enjoy an even more immersive visual experience with this Philips TV's ambient lighting capabilities, now available for under £400.
RevitUp travels to Hotel Association of Halkidiki summit
RevitUp will be at the upcoming Hotel Association of Halkidiki meetup in Thessaloniki. Scheduled for Sunday, February 2nd, at the Macedonia Palace Hotel, the summit will address topics from sustainability to destination marketing, management, and more. Nikos Giokas, Director of Business Development at RevitUp, will introduce the latest efforts to redefine revenue optimization for hoteliers during the meetup. Last weekend, Giokas and the RevitUp team were at the 1st International Hospitality Expo Cyprus hotel marketing strategy and tourism promotion with Savvas
Uproarious scenes at council meet
A council meeting at the Cherupulassery municipality witnessed uproarious scenes and a walkout by the Opposition following unsavoury remarks by a ruling Congress member about P.K. Sasi, MLA, on Friday
Eurozone Preliminary GDP arrives at 0.1% QoQ in Q4, misses estimates
The Eurozone economy eased its pace of expansion at 0.1% on quarter in the three months to December of 2019, missing +0.2% expected, the first estimat
SHEER BLISS
An indoor courtyard is just what the architect ordered for a happy home. By Sathya Prakash Varanashi
Shoe Zone to close town centre store
A budget shoe retailer is to pull out of a west Suffolk town after reporting a slump in profits last year.
'Large boulder the size of a small boulder' Tweet by sheriff's office goes viral
A Colorado sheriff's office Tweet is going viral due to their unusual description of a boulder's size.
Love Island bosses set to shake up the villa as Casa Amor approaches
The "sexiest singles" are en route to the villa
Bloodstock Festival 2020: Thursday acts announced for weekend ticket holders
Bloodstock Festival has revealed more Thursday acts.
Nordic mystery Draugen coming to PS4 and Xbox One in February
Developer Red Thread Games has announced that its 1920s mystery adventure Draugen will be rowing its way to PS4 and Xbox One in February, following on from its release on PC back in May 2019.Draugen is a periodic first-person adventure that...
The Christian fundamentalists and Israel: Friend or foe?
Jay Shapiro thinks the Israeli leadership should be careful about who is a friend and what are his intentions.
Localized Peer to Peer Lender Folk2Folk Reports Record Amount Invested via IFISA
Folk2Folk, a localized peer to peer lending platform, is reporting a "record year" regarding its Innovative Finance ISA (IFISA) offering during 2019. The comp
Ansarallah forces captured 800 square km of territory in northern Yemen
BEIRUT, LEBANON (7:20 P.M.) – Yahya Sarai, the military spokesman for the Ansarallah group (Houthis) in Yemen, said that 26 missiles were fired at Saudi Arabia from January 25 to January 30, targeting the airports of Abha, Jizan, abd Najran, along with the Khamis Mushayt base, Saudi Aramco-affiliated facilities and two sensitive targets deep in the kingdom. READ ALSO: Ansarallah forces shoot down an enemy aircraft along Saudi-Yemeni border In addition to the missile strikes, the Ansarallah forces’ spokesperson said their troops captured approximately 800 square kilometers of territory in northern Yemen over the last week. “We liberated 800 square kilometers during the operations, and the losses of the other side amounted to more than 3500 dead, and the Bunyan Al-Marsous operation led to the reinforcement of our advanced forces near the city of Marib,” he said, according to the Al-Masirah channel. He noted that “some parts of the districts of Al-Ghail and Madghel in Marb are now areas of confrontation.”
Germany: Evacuation of more than 100 Germans from China starting shortly
BERLIN (Reuters) - Foreign Minister Heiko Maas said on Friday that a German military plane would be leaving for China shortly to evacuate more than 100 German citizens, none of whom are infected with the coronavirus or suspected of having contracted it.
CELLINK resolves directed share issue of SEK 377 million
The Board of Directors of CELLINK AB (publ) has, based on the authorization given by the Company’s Annual General Meeting that was held on 18 December 2019, resolved on a directed share issue of 3,890,000 new shares of series B (corresponding to approximately 10 per cent of the total number of outstanding shares in the Company) at a subscription price of SEK 97 per share (the “Share Issue”), which means that the Company receives SEK 377,330,000 before transaction costs.
ForMin Aurescu on Brexit: No cause for concern, nothing changes regarding rights of Romanian citizens
Romanians in the United Kingdom don't need to have any concerns regarding Brexit, because their rights don't change, said on Friday, for...
Explore woodland roads and hidden tracks at Templeton Trail challenge
The event takes place on Sunday, April 5, with a choice of a five or ten-kilometre route
JPs urged to be vigilant when certifying passport documents
Chief Executive Officer of the Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) Andrew Wynter is imploring Justices of the Peace (JPs) to be vigilant when certifying passport documents. “Justices of the Peace play an important role with...
LG lost over $850 million through its Mobile Division as sales fall in 2019
LG has recently revealed its financial report for the Q4 of 2019. In the final quarter, the company saw a massive loss as its mobile division continues to deteriorate in the smartphone industry. According to the report, the South Korean tech giant saw a loss of over $850 million in Q4 of 2019 as sales …
Two loan products launched by Indian Bank
Indian Bank on Thursday announced the launch of two products - Surya Shakthi, for roof top solar set up for captive consumption and Corporate Loan, a finance product in aid of units under stress for w
Companies' Sensex tenure pared by 80% post liberalisation: Economic Survey
Higher dynamism has helped the emergence of new firms which have challenged the old order, survey notes
Eco Survey completely disconnected with problems faced by common man: Congress
The Congress slammed the Centre on the Economic Survey saying it is a diverted picture from the reality, accusing the government of "fudging data" and committing a "fraud" as the numbers presented by it are not believable by the world. Congress spokesperson Gaurav Vallabh said the government has not taken any concrete steps to end tax terrorism.
Laura Ashley chief executive steps down after eight years
Retailer Laura Ashley said today its chief executive Kwan Cheong Ng is stepping down after eight years in the role. [...]
Lexus ES prices down by Rs 8.05 lakh
Lexus has begun local assembly in India, which has led to prices of the ES sedan to drop. Click here for all the details.
Economist who counted $40 billion cost from SARS predicts far bigger hit from new coronavirus
The global cost of the coronavirus could be three or four times that of the 2003 SARS outbreak, which sapped the world's economy by $40 billion, according
It stifles freedom: Economic Survey cautions Modi govt against excessive intervention in market | 10 points
The Economic Survey has said govt interventions often result in undermining the market's ability to support wealth creation and lead to outcomes which are opposite to those intended.
Privatisation pitch: BPCL’s short-term price rally not a convincing argument
What really matters for long-term wealth creation is true reforms and free market
Japan tells citizens to avoid non-essential travel to China
Japan is advising its citizens to avoid non-essential travel to all of China over the risks of a deadly coronavirus outbreak, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said Friday.
Russia's consumer safety watchdog, after reporting two cases, says virus won't spread
MOSCOW (Reuters) - The head of Russia’s consumer safety watchdog said on Friday, after the country reported two coronavirus cases, that there was no risk of the virus spreading further in the country.
Schuh closes its Liverpool store for good
The store opened more than two decades ago
Here’s why you should include rice water in your beauty routine
Here's why you should include rice water in your beauty routine Next time you’re boiling some rice in preparation for a meal, you may want to hold on the s
Three arrested in connection with Blackrock burglaries
Three people have been arrested in connection with burglaries in the Blackrock area of Dublin.La...
Glossier's London Pop-Up Just Got An Extended Residence, Thank Goodness
If you're a fan of Glossier (and let's be real, who isn't?!), you'll be fully aware that in Autumn 2019, the brand opened a pop-up store in London's Covent Garden. The store was unsurprisingly an instant success, so it comes as zero surprise that…
EUR/GBP on the defensive around 0.8400 ahead of Brexit
The continuation of the buying interest around the quid is forcing EUR/GBP to recede further ground and briefly test the area of 2020 lows near 0.8385
Rewane outlines sectors to drive economy in 2020
Bismarck Rewane says Nigeria’s economic growth will be dependent on three sectors going into 2020.
Two women questioned about Jonathan Cairns murder released on bail
TWO women questioned about the murder of a teenager in Co Derry more than 20 years ago have been released on bail.
11 Ways to Communicate So Employees Understand Their Benefits
Here's how to share useful information that engages employees
France agrees to end Airbus corruption probe in £3bn deal
Courts in the US and the UK are considering their own parts of the deal.
Court Gives Go-Ahead On Huduma Namba, Bars Collection Of GPS, DNA Data
A court on Thursday okayed the implementation of the National Integrated Identity Management System (NIIMS) also known as Huduma Namba.A three-judge bench compromising of justices Pauline Nyamweya
It's official: too much banking is bad for you
The "financialisation" of an economy can exacerbate inequality, and undermine stability.
HUL volume growth surprises, profit before tax up 14% in December quarter
The company's volume growth is also ahead of the overall FMCG sector's
Americans spent at slowest pace in 3 years in 2019, threatening powerhouse of US economy
American shoppers continued to serve as the engine of the US economy through volatile times last year, fuelling growth even as a global cooldown and trade tensions clouded the outlook. But there are signs that households are starting to pull back on spending.
Russian bombers buzzed Canadian airspace: Norad
OTTAWA - Two long-range Russian bombers buzzed Canadian airspace this morning, only days after a senior military officer warned that North America's early w
Alleged Forgery: Court admits publisher to N2m bail
An Ikeja Special Offence Court on Friday granted a N2 million bail the publisher of The Interview magazine, Azubuike Ishiekwene, accused of forgery by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
Nintendo Says No New Switch Models Planned For 2020
Despite already announcing and releasing a new Switch model in 2019, rumours that Nintendo would release another variant of its latest console—a beefier, fancier “Pro” version—have refused to go away. So Nintendo has come out and just flat out said it: there are no new Switch models coming. At least in 2020....
Marriott Hotels and Residence Inn opens in Downtown Lexington, Kentucky
LEXINGTON, KY – Marriott International, Inc. announced that a dual-branded Marriott Hotels and Residence Inn by Marriott property opened in downtown Lexington, Kentucky on Wednesday, January 8, 2020. Located on the 100 block of West Main Street, the hotels are owned by City Center Hotels, a joint venture between The Webb Companies and Greer Companies and will be managed by NorthStar Hospitality LLC of Lexington, Kentucky. The new property will offer a combined 337 guest rooms and will share some
FBI Probing Israeli Firm That Could Have Supplied Tools to Spy on Amazon’s Jeff Bezos – Report
The US-based advisory firm that investigated the hacking of Jeff Bezos’s phone concluded that it was likely compromised through a WhatsApp chat with an account allegedly used by the Saudi Crown Prince. They also suggested that the malware that targeted Bezos came from an Israeli company. Both Saudi Arabia and the Israeli company denied any role.
Vegan meals and awards shows: Hollywood red carpets go green
Following the Golden Globes and Screen Actors Guild awards' vegan move, the 2020 Oscars ceremony's menu for the night will be '70% plant-based'
Сannibal ‘shot girlfriend dead then dismembered her 10-year-old daughter and ate her liver’
A MONSTER step-dad shot his girlfriend, execution-style before strangling her ten-year-old daughter and devouring the child’s liver.
Salesman 'left householder in tears' in row over cancelled order, court hears
A man in his 70s who had survived a heart bypass and prostate cancer was reduced to tears by an aggressive salesman from a home improvement company when he tried to cancel an order for a new conservatory roof, a court heard.
I-235 closure planned in Oklahoma City this weekend
Interstate 235 will be closed to through traffic at the Interstate 44 interchange beginning Friday.
Nelson Council moves to close reserves due to increased fire risk
Following a continued spell of hot and dry weather Nelson City Council, in collaboration with Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ), DoC, forestry companies and Tasman District Council, is closing access to the following reserves until further notice:- Grampians Reserve- Sir Stanley Whitehead Reserve- Marsden Valley Reserve- Maitai Water Reserve- Brook Conservation Reserve- Roding Water ReserveCouncil makes the decision to close reserves after taking advice from FENZ and monitoring the Build Up Index (BUI), which is an indicator of the difficulty in suppressing a fire that has started. The BUI is now well over 80, the level at which FENZ advises which reserves should close, and is expected to be close to 100 midway through next week.
Recession fears and how to combat them in 2020
The fear of not being able to pay for necessities is likely tied to the fear of an increased cost of living, so cutting your ongoing monthly spending is a good place to start.
Take Profit on USDCAD Long – TDS
Following Friday’s release of the Canadian monthly GDP growth figures, Mazen Issa, Senior FX Strategist at TD Securities (TDS), suggests taking profit
Reforms must take into account economic wellbeing
As we implement the wave of reforms flowing from the royal commission, it's important to ensure the health of the economic system.
Breaking: Syrian Army captures town near Turkish military post
BEIRUT, LEBANON (2:00 P.M.) – The Syrian Arab Army (SAA) has captured another town in the Idlib countryside after advancing further west of Ma’arat Al-Nu’man. READ ALSO: Syrian Army captures several areas in Idlib in past 48 hours Led by the 25th Special Mission Forces Division (formerly Tiger Forces), the Syrian Arab Army captured the town of Hish after a short battle with the jihadist rebels of Hay’at Tahrir Al-Sham (HTS) this afternoon. The town of Hish is important because of its location near the Turkish military’s observation post in the Ma’arat Al-Nu’man countryside. With Hish under their control, the Syrian Arab Army will likely attempt to push towards the strategic city of Ariha, which was captured by Jaysh Al-Fateh during their 2015 offensive in the Idlib Governorate.
Economic Survey 2020: Need to address rising food bill, revisit PDS rates
The food subsidy bill has increased from Rs 1,13,171.2 crore in 2014-15 to Rs 1,71,127.5 crore in 2018-19, it said adding that the reasons for widening of the food subsidy have been many
An Earthship meets a tiny house
When I was a teen, I lived for the Whole Earth Catalog, homesteading, building geodesic domes, solar power, communes, and other hippie fever dreams. But even back then, when I was literally making …
Americans spent at slowest pace in 3 years in 2019, threatening powerhouse of US economy
Consumer spending is closely watched because it drives about two-thirds of gross domestic product. But there are signs that households are start...
Lidl is selling tubs of Champagne and chocolate ice cream for Valentine's Day
A bottle of bubbly and ice cream hybrid? Sign us up!
Tauranga hospo investment and redevelopment site up for auction - Colliers
An investment property at the heart of Tauranga’s waterfront hospitality district and a CBD fringe redevelopment opportunity will go under the hammer next month.
These 3 Stocks Are Too Cheap to Pass Up
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Apple supplier LG Display posts fourth quarterly loss in a row
Loss smaller than expected.
Earnings Look Good Enough for PayPal Stock
PayPal stock is down modestly after its Q4 report, due to perceptions that its guidance was soft. But its guidance actually looks solid.
Turkey appreciates Bulgaria's approach to bilateral ties, FM Çavuşoğlu says
Turkey appreciates Bulgaria's attitude toward the country, Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu said Friday in the Bulgarian capital Sofia, highlighting the...
Wilbur Ross Sees a Bright Side to Chinese Virus
Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross suggested Thursday that the viral outbreak in China might offer an unexpected benefit for the U.S. economy: It could encourage American manufacturers in China to return to the United States.
Hull City closing in on signing of Motherwell forward James Scott?
Hull City are reportedly closing in on the signing of Motherwell forward James Scott, who is regarded as a replacement for Kamil Grosicki and Jarrod Bowen.
Non-Vegetarians Saving More Under Indian Prime Minister Modi, Government Data Shows
New Delhi (Sputnik): India’s federal Finance Ministry’s Economic Survey – a snapshot of the state of economy of the country during 2019-20, has a new chapter titled “Thalinomics: The Economics of a Plate of Food in India”. The government claimed it was an attempt to quantify what an average person pays for a Thali (Plate) of food.
U.S. lawsuits targeting Canadian growers up in the air
It's unlikely they'll ever get to court but they will garner public sympathy from consumers not at all happy with legalization – or the product
Krachi East Assembly urged to complete abandoned market project
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‘Buying a gun easier than opening a restaurant in Delhi: Chief Economic Advisor’
Analogy given by Chief Economic Advisor for improving the ease of doing business in India
Customised Proton X70 delivered to Tengku Sulaiman
Proton has handed over a customised X70 to HH Tengku Sulaiman Shah Alhaj Ibni Almarhum Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Alhaj, brother of HRH Sultan
Stakeknife inquiry could lead to 30 people facing charges, court hears
Developments disclosed during proceedings against Freddie Scappaticci , who denies spying
Keep New Zealand Beautiful welcomes Wellington branch
Not-for-profit organisation Keep New Zealand Beautiful will now have a Wellington City based branch, Keep Wellington Beautiful.
Aston Martin director explains why they will become a constructor in 2021
Following the announcement this morning Racing Point will be rebranded, Aston Martin CEO Andy Palmer has explained why the carmaker wants to become a constructor and a works team in Formula 1.
Rangers legend Nacho Novo urges fans to follow notorious Chelsea Headhunters hooligan Jason Marriner
Rangers icon Nacho Novo urged his fans to follow a well-known footie hooligan – before deleting the post. The Spaniard, 40, put a post up on Instagram asking his followers to also follow his …
Explained: The ugly truth about India’s adherence to the FRBM Act
By completely ignoring Revenue Deficit, and only focusing on containing Fiscal Deficit, the government has ensured that the FRBM Act now hurts growth – which is exactly opposite of what fiscal consolidation was supposed to do.
Global Run On Virus Masks Leaves US & Europe With No Supply
Global panic growing as virus spreads
137 countries start work on tax rules for tech giants; Tim Cook backs approach
Officials from 137 governments have begun work on new international tax rules for tech giants. The new rules will be designed to ensure that tech ...
Orange selects Nokia and Ericsson for 5G network roll-out in France
Orange announced that it has chosen Nokia and Ericsson to support its 5G deployment in France. The two companies are both long-term partners of the operator, already providing RAN equipment for 2G/3G/4G infrastructure. Nokia will continue to serve the western and south-eastern areas of the country, while Ericsson will remain the main supplier for the Ile-de-France, north-east and south-west regions.
Prankster Josh Pieters details how he tricked Katie Hopkins into picking up 'C**T' award
Katie Hopkins was duped into picking up a fake award in Prague and the YouTube trickster who pulled off the epic prank has revealed how he did it
Multi-vehicle smash causing traffic delays on M90 in Fife
A multi-vehicle smash caused disruption to traffic on the M90 in Fife. The accident happened on the southbound route, between junctions five and four, at around 5.45pm on Friday. Traffic Scotland said all lanes were restricted for a short time, but all vehicles were moved onto the hard shoulder.
OECD warns of ‘concerns’ over US move on digital tax
PARIS, Jan 31 — An alternative proposal by Washington on how to tax digital giants worldwide has been met with “concern” by several nations, the OECD group of free-market economies said today. The push for a so-called “safe harbour” option would essentially render compliance optional,...
Economic Survey's GDP growth forecast for FY20 wide off projection
It is for the second consecutive time that NSO's GDP estimate is significantly lower than the projection made in the survey prepared by the finance ministry
Officials to use new method to corral Asian carp in Kentucky
Federal and state officials will use an experimental fishing method next month at Kentucky Lake in an attempt to reduce the infestation of Asian carp.
MP applauded for leading the process to revive dormant market
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Three-legged creature from deep Atlantic writhes around on boat deck
A video of the strange octopus-like animal has been freaking people out on social media.
High demand for Barratt Homes' new Tiverton development
The developer is launching the new site on Saturday, February 8
More trains to foreign cities in new NS schedule
The NS timetable for 2021 will entail hardly any changes for most domestic travelers. The changes are mainly on a regional and international level. The biggest change is a new night train to the
West Brom bolster attacking options with signing of Hull winger
West Brom have signed Poland winger Kamil Grosicki from fellow Sky Bet Championship side Hull on an 18-month contract. The 31-year-old joined the Tigers from Rennes in 2017, making 123 appearances and scoring 25 goals.
Relief as A.P. engineers’ ordeal ends
On returning from China, they will be put under quarantine in Haryana facility
Cott to sell S&D Coffee business for US$405 million
The sale is part of Cott's plan to focus on its water business.
Facebook walks back digital currency project Libra
Libra, Facebook’s digital currency initiative, has been faltering since late last year as partners started backing out after regulators opposed the plan. In a post-earnings conference call this week, Facebook chief executive Mark Zuckerberg said work on the Libra initiative is being handled by the Libra Foundation, stressing the separation between the foundation and the social…
Does Sensex really mirror the economy?
Change in index constituents also influenced by trading volume, market capitalisation
Reports conflict over most recent bailout of Apple supplier Japan Display
Apple supplier Japan Display has denied having signed a deal worth 100.8 billion yen ($925M), after its shares were suspended over reports.
23 times people got song lyrics completely wrong
We all have that supremely irritating friend who belts out the wrong lyrics to songs when they play on the car radio or on a night out. If this doesn’t sound familiar to you, then sorry, you are that
Profit jumps at Hargreaves Lansdown despite Woodford scandal
Profit before tax at investment platform Hargreaves Lansdown climbed 12 per cent in the first half of its financial year [...]
Parliament asks gov’t to avail UGX 10.3b for UNESCO conference, Dubai expo
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Parliament has directed government to avail additional funding of 10.3 billion shillings to the Tourism Sector to among others enable the hosting of the 45th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee Conference. This followed the adopted of the Budget Committee report on the financial year 2020/2021 budget framework paper …
Fiscal deficit hits 132% of estimate till Dec on slow revenue collection
The government aims to restrict the gap at 3.3 per cent of the GDP or Rs 7,03,760 crore in the year ending March 2020
In The Last Lap: Modi’s Ambitious Interconnectivity Project Between India, Nepal And Bangladesh A Step Closer
New Delhi plans to extend this agreement to include Myanmar and, subsequently, other South-East Asian nations.
That time a ninja turtle starred in pickle advertisement
This ad features Raphael, the teenage mutant ninja turtle, brandishing pickles. It’s not a perfectly on-model Raph — one commenter at YouTube describes it as “my sleep paralysis d…
Why Africa can no longer be ignored - AfDB - Premium Times Nigeria
The president of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwunmi Adesina, has said that Africa can no longer be ignored because it has a huge market...
Venture capital has no guesses as to what 2020 has in store
There appears to be no consensus on trends or sentiment.
Friday Dubai Metro Red Line timings changed
Work ahead of Expo 2020 means morning timings have changed on Dubai Metro
Thalinomics suggests meal more affordable for common man
The survey states that across India and also the four regions -- North, South, East and West -- it is found that the absolute prices of a vegetarian thali have decreased significantly since 2015-16 though the price has increased in 2019.
Machine gun and five handguns seized by gardai during raid in Co Dublin
The searches were carried out at a site on the Naas Road in Rathcoole on Friday morning
Eco Survey gives positive outlook for steel, oil and gas sectors: Pradhan
The sector achieved a growth of 5.2 per cent during April-November period of the ongoing financial year as compared to 3.6 per cent in the year-ago period, it added
Greed, hubris and weak regulation: A year on from the Hayne royal commission, has anything changed?
The banking royal commission was badly needed, but it never went far enough. It was too short, and the terms of reference missed some critical areas.
Using pension funds to boost Eskom is our red line, says Solidarity
Trade union Solidarity said it was mandated to protect worker's pension money and it would "strongly oppose" any attempts ...
Boeing Credit Rating Slashed Amid Plane Maker’s Ongoing 737 MAX Fiasco
Moody's warns Boeing also remains
Aviva stops investors from taking money out of Irish property funds
Investment vehicles have combined value of €940 million
Good start, companies — now keep raising wages!, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - We've been heading toward a "Better Capitalism," but if we're going to fix the American economy, companies need to keep raising wages.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
A bullish signal for Canada’s banks, the SNC-Lavalin rally isn’t over, and why gold is setting up for a fall
A roundup of investment ideas for active investors
Kiernan Shipka Had a Hilarious Response to a Fan Who Thought She Was Emma Watson
Kiernan Shipka had the best response to a fan who mistook her for Emma Watson!
Economic Survey 2020 Details 'slump In 2019' But Predicts 'rebound To Achieve $5 Trillion'
A day before the Union Budget is presented, CEA Krishnamurthy Subramanian on Friday, presented the Economic Survey 2020 which spoke of how difficult 2019 was
Humane Society Adopts Socially Conscious Sheltering Approach
The Santa Barbara Humane Society has formally adopted Socially Conscious Sheltering to define its values and approach to animal welfare.
World Bank calls for stronger tax collection to bring 115 million Indonesians into middle class
World Bank acting country director for Indonesia Rolande Pryce said the government’s plan to relax corporate income tax, among other things, would reduce the tax-to-GDP ratio by 0.5 percent. Indonesia’s tax to GDP ratio stands at 10.7 percent in 2017, the lowest among regional peers.
More frequent load shedding coming: Eskom CEO
Eskom has warned South Africans to brace for more frequent power cuts as it halts the deferral of planned maintenance. The rand weakened as a result.
EU top court stays out of Croatia-Slovenia border row
The EU's top court ruled on Friday that it had no jurisdiction to settle a border dispute between Slovenia and Croatia. Slovenia had argued that its fellow EU member could be sued under EU law because it was not implementing a 2017 border ruling by the in...
Toll fares on PLUS highways reduced by 18% from Feb 1 – no change in rates until concession ends in 2058
As agreed under the terms of its concession extension, PLUS has announced that it will implement the 18% reduction in toll rates as defined by the
Balthazar is a bottle-green bar beneath a market in Kiev
Rina Lovko Studio has combined bottle-green surfaces with low lighting to create the moody interior of this drinks bar at the heart of Kiev's city centre.
PBR Texture Painting Roughness with Blender 2.8
jayanam writes: In this Blender 2.8 PBR texturing video I show how to paint roughness to a simple mesh that I used in the previous part for painting height. I use a grunge map as a stencil texture to paint realistic looking roughness to the object.
Economic Survey highlights: FY20 fiscal deficit target may need relaxation
GDP growth pegged at 6-6.5 per cent in financial year starting April 1, up from 5 per cent in current fisca
Economic Survey 2020 explains why the rich are good for economy
Economic Survey 2020: Survey says wealth created by entrepreneurs correlate strongly with wealth created by employees, and that greater wealth creation in a market economy enhances welfare for all
Amazon set to break record for one-day gain in market cap
Amazon could set a new mark for the biggest single-day gain on record for a US company.
This amazing ‘Kindergarten Crew’ are still the best of friends in their 70s
A group of old men all in their late 70s have been buddies since childhood and have been getting together at least once a month for the past 30 years. After the members who went away to the military returned in 1988, the group made a commitment to get together, every month, on the second...
Thalinomics versus Dosanomics: a tale of two chief economic advisers
An average household that eats two vegetarian Thalis a day gained around ₹10,887 on average.The price of a vegetarian thali increased last year after falling ‘significantly’ for five years
Economic Survey pegs GDP growth at 6-6.5% in next fiscal
Government must use its strong mandate to deliver expeditiously on reforms, it says
Copper Futures: There is still room for further losses
In light of preliminary prints from CME Group, open interest and volume went up by around 7.6K contracts and more than 3K contracts, respectively, on
Bank Negara says sentiments in global financial markets positive in Dec
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — Sentiments in the global financial markets in December were positive amid prospects of easing global trade tensions, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) today. The central bank said investor’s risk appetite improved following the announcement and subsequent signing of a phase...
Privatised CPSEs reported better profit, sales after transition: Economic Survey
Most privatised CPSE witnessed improvement in net worth, profit, gross revenue and sales growth after the transition, the Economic Survey has said.
Investigators Bust €6 Million Bitcoin and Gold Fraud Scheme
An international task force of French, Belgian and Israeli investigators brought down a fraud scheme responsible for stealing €6 million from French and Belgian citizens.
Coronavirus vaccine could take 20 months to develop, France's Pasteur Institute Foundation says
A vaccine to treat the newest deadly strain of the coronavirus could be made available in 20 months' time, an official at France’s Pasteur Institute...
How to adjust character spacing in Pages on Mac
If you’re looking for a way to make text stand out in your Pages document on Mac, we’ll show you how to do this by adjusting the character spacing.
‘Rich people own stocks. Poor people own houses’
A roundup of what The Globe and Mail’s market strategist Scott Barlow is reading today on the Web
Watch: Harry Styles’ and Lizzo’s ‘Juice’ collaboration is a must see
The musicians teamed up for a surprise performance
BofA sees Eskom among risks to spoil brief SA rally
'Investors are getting impatient and are looking for opportunities elsewhere' – investment strategist.
The Flippening: Stablecoins’ Transfer Value On The Ethereum Network Just Surpassed ETH
Stablecoins now have a larger share of value transferred on the Ethereum network than its native cryptocurrency – ETH. Even though the continuously
New tax rules mean millions will get an extra £104 from April
It will affect around 31 million full-time workers
Government welcomes Fonterra’s boiler move
A move by Fonterra to end its use of coal at its Te Awamutu site and use wood pellets to fuel its boiler illustrates how industry can play a major role in decarbonising the economy, says Energy and Resources Minister Megan Woods.
France, Italy Drag Euro-Area Economy to Worst Quarter Since 2013
(Bloomberg) -- Terms of Trade is a daily newsletter that untangles a world embroiled in trade wars. Sign up here. The euro-area economy barely grew at the end of 2019 as unexpected contractions in France and Italy dealt the bloc its weakest quarter in almost seven years.The surprise slump in two of the
You can’t legislate integrity, value ― Gbajabiamila tells Nigerians
The Speaker of the House of Reps, Femi Gbajabiamila has urged Nigerians to use religion to promote unity among the citizens.
Fueling future Kiwi generations' fuel needs - Hiringa and Waitomo
Innovative Kiwi energy companies Waitomo Group and Hiringa Energy have announced their intentions to work in partnership to develop New Zealand’s first nationwide hydrogen refueling stations network.
Integrate ‘Assemble in India’ into Make in India
Move will boost exports, create 80 mn jobs in next 10 years, survey says.The Survey gives China’s example, where labour-intensive exports between 2001 and 2006 created 70 million jobs
Economic Survey calls for $1.4 trillion infra spending during FY2020-2025
Investment in infrastructure is necessary for the economy, as power shortages, inadequate transport and poor connectivity affects overall growth performance, as per the Survey
2021 Chrysler Pacifica refresh spotted with its new bits covered
The 2021 Chrysler Pacifica is a fantastic family hauler that is expected to get even better for 2021, with all-wheel drive rumored to be available
Apple engineers suggest a standardized format for one-time passcodes
Apple engineers have put forward a proposal that would see SMS one-time passcodes get a standardized format for additional security.
Stage set for gradual recovery in broader markets over next year: Sunil Subramaniam, Sundaram MF
Things are not going to recover right from tomorrow but over the next three to six months, one can definitely see the underpins of an economic recovery, says Sunil Subramaniam, MD & CEO, Sundaram Mutual Fund.
Intel Corp’s legal compliance counsel joins software firm Splunk
Basu started her career as an associate attorney at Ramfry & Sagar and then moved to K&S Partners. In the year 2008, she had joined countrys largest pure-play consumer company Hindustan Unilever as legal a manager from where she moved to GE HealthCare as legal counsel for South Asia in the year 2010.
Nirmala Sitharaman’s bahi khata: More for aam adami?
The buzz is that she will be addressing the demand side of economy — giving consumers more money to spend without cutting back on government expenditure on social schemes
As Trade Tensions Ebb and Chip Prices Recover MU Stock Is a Buy
After being battered by market forces and a trade war for over a year, Micron is positioned for growth, and that should propel MU stock.
1g salt and 0.2g turmeric: Economic Survey 2020's Thalinomics for adult male engaged in heavy work
The Thalinomics is a novel addition to the Economic Survey 2020, which has calculated the affordability of a one-plate meal in relation to "an adult male engaged in heavy work". "We have taken the
Economic Survey raises more questions than answers for pharma industry
Economic Survey 2019-20: The pharma industry is left in a fix after the Economic Survey 2020 came out today. Here's all you need to know
Statistics Canada says GDP edged up 0.1 per cent in November
OTTAWA — Statistics Canada says real gross domestic product edged up 0.1 per cent in November, reversing most of the decline experienced in October.
Cases Involving Rs 1.58 Lakh Crore Resolved By IBC Till December; Resolution Time Slashed By 340 Per Cent
The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) has resolved cases worth Rs 1.58 lakh crore till December 2019 and the resolution time for each case has reduced from 4.3 years to less that a year, the Economic Survey 2019-20 has noted [PDF].
India Set to Move Towards Chinese Model to Expand Exports, Create Jobs
New Delhi (Sputnik): The Indian Finance Ministry has been trying to attract investments from foreign companies into India. The cut in corporate tax rates came as a push to attract investments by technology companies looking for avenues outside of China, amid Beijing’s ongoing trade war with Washington.
Stocks drop amid uncertainty over virus impact; Amazon soars
U.S. stocks fell broadly in midday trading on Wall Street amid ongoing uncertainty about the potential economic impact of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus outbreak that originated in China.
Scottish bus firm Alexander Dennis to build up to 600 buses for Irish operator
Larbert-based bus manufacturer Alexander Dennis has won a competition to provide as many as 600 hybrid buses for the Republic of Ireland’s National Transport Authority.
Walsall swimming pools to reopen on Saturday
Walsall's swimming pools have been closed for "essential maintenance".
Shares struggle for footing after virus-battered week
World share markets fought to regain their footing on Friday as investors clutched at hopes that China could contain the coronavirus, even as ...
If you don’t want to work under anyone, don’t call me to borrow money – Helen Paul
Comedienne, Helen Paul, has stated that if a person is not ready to work under anyone, he/she should not bother to borrow money from her. According to her, she also works under people, who work under
Economic Survey calls for USD 1.4 trillion spending on infrastructure
Finance minister notes that investment in infrastructure is necessary, as it affects the overall growth
Notable turnaround in mineral production due to policy reforms: Survey
The production of major minerals during 2018-19 has recorded a growth of 25 per cent over previous year in terms of value, it said
Ukraine court puts freeze on Ferrexpo unit's shareholding – media
Ferrexpo's operations remain unaffected and continue as normal.
14 year old arrested for theft
A file is being prepared for the Director of the National Juvenile Office.
Coronavirus: Amazon, Microsoft Employ Thousands of China-Born Employees
The huge population of China-born professionals in the United State is prompting many companies to ask them not to travel to China.
Bold reforms needed to achieve 6-6.5% growth in FY21: Experts, industry
Leader Economic Advisory Services at PwC India Ranen Banerjee said attaining the projected growth rate of 6-6.5 per cent will be challenging
Una Healy stuns in sexy swimwear on loved up holiday with boyfriend David
We have serious holiday envy in every possible way
Funeral for McGinley children to take place in Dublin today
Conor, Darragh and Carla McGinley will be laid to rest today after their bodies were discovered last Friday. The funeral will take place this morning.
GDP edges up 0.1 per cent
The Canadian economy edged higher in November, reversing most the decline seen in October, as cold weather helped boost the utilities sector and the construction and retail sectors also gained ground.
Burger King says it never promised Impossible Whoppers were vegan
Burger King said plaintiff Phillip Williams should have asked how Impossible Whoppers were cooked before ordering one