Law firms, retailers pull bids for COVID-19 award changes

Employers and unions call time on new award flexibility deals to save jobs in response to the coronavirus shutdown, as restrictions continue to ease.

Process to produce well-aligned CNT arrays on a 10-centimeter silicon wafer

A team of researchers affiliated with several institutions in China has developed a new process to produce well-aligned carbon nanotube (CNT) arrays on a 10-centimeter silicon wafer. In their paper published ...

Bid rejected: Barcelona see €50m plus player exchange offer turned down by Euro rivals

Key issue with offer touted...

COVID-19 checkpoints ‘up to them,’ Bonnie Henry says of remote B.C. villages

Support local tourism economy, but only if you’re invited in

Oil Rallies With Producers Showing Confidence by Hiking Prices

Oil’s recovery from its historic crash last month is barreling ahead, with some OPEC producers displaying signs of confidence that the market is stabilizing.

Dustin Lance Black offers a look inside the trendy London flat where he's in lockdown with husband Tom Daley and son Robbie Ray - complete with a 'space saving' staircase and a bookshelf filled with personal snaps

Dustin Lance Black,45, shared a glimpse into the stylish South London home he shares with Tom Daley and their son Robbie Ray during a Good Morning Britain appearance.

Air New Zealand sees annual underlying loss due to coronavirus

Air New Zealand Ltd said on Tuesday it would report an underlying loss in the financial year ending June 30 due to the coronavirus pandemic, but had slashed costs to the extent it had not yet needed to draw down on a government loan.

Covid impact: Icra pegs GDP growth at 1.9% in Q4 and 4.3% in FY20

Earlier, the second advance estimates of the government pegged the growth at 5 per cent in 2019-20, but analysts had doubted that number

The poor world must be the rich world’s pandemic imperative

Assisting poorer countries is not just the right thing to do; it is also the only way to contain the pandemic.

India has surplus capacity, may allow export of masks in a week: Sources

Exports of personal protective equipment (coveralls) may be considered next as far as export curbs go

Central bank asset purchases creating ‘fake markets’, analyst warns

'They're no longer related to any fundamental analysis whatsoever'

Quarantine made us FITTER! How four Britons banished the 'corona stone' by transforming their lifestyles in lockdown

More and more people have taken up running, cycling and home workouts to keep fit during lockdown. These four Britons tell how they used quarantine to transform their lifestyles.

Everton ‘at the window’ for Bundesliga player – Toffees especially interested, €25m should do it

Everton are ‘at the window’ for Patrik Schick, report Gazzetta dello Sport. The 24 year old striker is owned by AS Roma, and is spending this season on loan in the Bundesliga at RB Leipzig. There’s a buying option in the loan, but it’s not known whether Leipzig will use it. Schick himself is happy in

Funding freeze as investors give explorers cold shoulder

Hundreds of ASX companies are down to their last $1 million after the pandemic triggered a 48 per cent slump in funding for mineral and petroleum explorers.

What options are available for ethical investing?

Shariah-compliant funds and ESG investment products are among the choices available to you.

Hulbert: My stock market forecast for June is likely wrong — but watch out for August

The March lows of the coronavirus crash could still be tested, writes Mark Hulbert.

Daily Market Report for May 25 2020

May 25 2020 KRAKEN DIGITAL ASSET EXCHANGE $247M traded across all markets today Crypto, EUR, USD, JPY, CAD, GBP  BTC $8,912 ↓1.08% $205M ETH $204.7 ↓0.65% $23.1M USDT $1.00 ↑0.04% $5.57M XRP $0.1953 ↓1.22% $4.05M BCH $231.5 ↑0.82% $2.01M XTZ $2.73 →0.00% $1.98M LTC $42.97 ↓0.62% $1.25M ADA $0.0542 ↑0.36% $1.12M XMR $61.9 ↓1.26% $861,363 ETC $6.85 ↑1.63% $573,592 XLM $0.0659 ↓0.98% $408,213 EOS $2.53 ↓1.17% $344,223 ATOM $2.61 ↓1.89% $247,916 DASH $73.4 ↑0.01% $241,753 QTUM $1.64 ↑1.23% $149,180 ZEC $45.8 ↓0.85% $102,712 REP $12.44 ↑0.73% $79,648 GNO $22.55 ↑1.94% $35,071 MLN $4.06 ↑0.25% $31,742 DOGE $0.0025 ↑0.60% $17,521

Big Finish Is Relaunching Its Doctor Who Audio Adventures in 2022

The world of Doctor Who audio adventures is getting some very interesting changes...especially if you’re more of a fan of the modern era of the show.

COVID-19 vaccine: Top 5 Indian biotech firms developing antigens for the world

Your COVID-19 vaccine could come from one of these Indian biotech giants

Latam FX, stocks rally on economic recovery hopes

Latin American currencies firmed onMonday on hopes of an economic recovery as more economiesemerged from pandemic-induced lockdowns, although simmeringU.

Central bank printing presses might be in overdrive, but inflation is not the real threat here

Martin Pelletier: Many are underestimating the real risk that the economy may not return to pre-crisis levels for some time

Most agritech start-ups have seen a V-shaped recovery: Omnivore’s Kahn

Omnivore, the largest agritech-focussed venture capital firm in the country, has continued to make fresh and follow-up investments in two dozen Indian startups despite the crisis triggered by the Covi

Cross-platform torrent client Transmission 3.00 arrives after two years of development

BitTorrent clients are plentiful, but many leave a lot to be desired. While numerous clients have fallen by the wayside, there are some names that have stuck around. One such client is Transmission, and after a two year wait, we're finally being treated to a new version.

2020 Ford Expedition fits the bill for passengers, cargo, towing

Driver assistance features such as blind spot monitoring and lane keeping are now standard on all models.

Inside the impact bid to save AAP

The consortium has already begun sounding out key AAP customers, which have indicated support for a new version of the newswire service.

Covid-19 to dent M&R earnings ‘more than 20%’

Group reports further growth in order book to R51.5bn at end-March.

Centre’s Covid response ticks all boxes

The stimulus package addresses demand and supply issues, while boosting production to help India be part of global supply chains

IKEA opens new store in Beit Shemesh region - Inside Israel

Furniture giant IKEA opens sixth branch in Israel, with new store west of Jerusalem, in Beit Shemesh district.

Food companies may raise R&D spends post-Covid

Food companies are seen increasing their spends on research and innovation of new products in the post-Covid era, where safety and hygiene are expected to the new normal, experts said.As food safety

Fed Chiefs Speak: Reading Between The Lines

On May 20, 2020, three state Fed chiefs spoke independently on what they expect the economy to do in the near future. I thought it'd be a great idea to reconcil

Save Benny and Josh Landsman - Communicated Content

Help to save Benny and Josh who were diagnosed with a devastating, fatal disease called Canavan Disease two and half years ago.

Desert Locusts Enter Maharashtra's Vidarbha Region

A swarm of desert locusts has entered the eastern part of Maharashtra where district and agriculture department personnel have initiated chemical spraying on crops and vegetation to save them from the migratory pests, said officials on Monday.

Miriam Margolyes clarifies controversial remarks about 'greedy' Australians

She sparked complaints earlier this month with Boris Johnson comments

Credit score drop? How to diagnose why, and what to do next

As the pandemic hits the economy hard, lenders and credit card issuers are offering payment modification programs such as forbearance and deferrals.

On-Chain Metrics Show Ethereum Addresses Grow 350% From 2018 Figures

Ahead of Ethereum’s move to staking after its 2.0 “Serenity” update, investment and wallet activity on the network is increasing. The protocol has received a boost in recent times, driven by both institutional and technical factors. 

COVID-19: Anambra, Delta hold talks to check movement on Niger Bridge

 The Anambra and Delta Governments are currently holding talks to check the influx of people, seeking to cross the Niger Bri

Are stock investors too complacent about a full-scale blowup between China and the U.S.? Here’s what Wall Street experts say

China and the U.S. are back in the headlines — but are investors paying sufficient attention to the risks of a geopolitical clash?

Is the stock market closed today? Here’s everything investors need to know about Memorial Day trading hours and closures

Memorial Day will take on an even more somber tone this year.

Popular Derbyshire restaurant to close down permanently

A statement says it has become 'impossible' to carry on trading

Oliver Mangan: In the absence of a vaccine, economies are going to need all the help they can get

Survey data that are beginning to come through on the main economies for May warrant careful interpretation.

Pharma Giants Reportedly Rejected EU Proposal to Speed Up Vaccine Development in 2017

In mid-May, the European Medicines Agency suggested that a vaccine against the coronavirus could be approved in approximately a year. The forecast followed a World...

Buying health insurance plans: How existing and new policyholders are impacted in times of COVID-19

The average policy seeker in a post-COVID-19 world might be more mindful about health insurance as a concept as compared to the one in a pre-COVID-19 era.

World Thyroid Day 2020: Date, history, significance; here’s all you need to know

Lending its weight to the cause, the Ministry of Jal Shakti has highlighted the role of water for Thyroid related ailments. On the World Thyroid Day the ministry Tweeted its support.

Fandom appoints Zirca Digital Solutions as a media partner for the Indian market

Zirca will work toward maximising Fandom’s advertising revenue potential, build the brand’s presence, as well as expand its pool of demand partners

Japan’s Hottest Stock Is Tiny Maker of $40 Million Machines

The list of Intel Corp.’s annual supplier award winners tends to read like a who’s-who of the semiconductor industry’s biggest names. This year, it included a little-known Japanese company whose machines have become indispensable in the race to improve semiconductors and whose stock has been rocketing up as a result.

Couples who eat together may not stay together

Under lockdown, one woman has noticed her husband inhales his coffee. It's 'too hot to sip, so it just gets sucked up', she said. 'Not gulping, more a sucking sound.'

DA calls for a special inspector-general to monitor govt's Covid-19 relief fund

DA MP Geordin Hill-Lewis said previous localised disasters, as well as regular expenditure, had been lost through illegitimate procurement practices, undue cost escalation and direct theft, which made this a necessity.

To consumers, Malaysia’s CPI deflation a sign of pandemic hardship

KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 — To economists, the sharp plunge in April’s consumer price index was hardly a surprise. The nation was under a partial lockdown for that entire month; businesses shut down and demand plunged. But consumers saw the deflation as a telling sign of something far more...

Home appliances remain immune to Covid, lockdown relaxation boosts demand

28% consumers keen on buying home appliances, while other discretionary spending is on hold, says Nielsen survey

Cole Sprouse Shows Off His Guns Days After Skeet Ulrich Suggests He & Lily Reinhart Split

Cole Sprouse shows off his muscles just days after Skeet Ulrich suggested he and Lily Reinhart split. See the pic here.

World Bank’s approval for Nigeria’s $1.5b cash coming July

The World Bank will take final decision in late July on a $1.5 billion loan to support Nigeria as it fights the novel coronavirus, the bank’s country ...

Govt is exploring new financial institutions to support MSMEs: Nitin Gadkari

The government is exploring new financial lending institutions to support small-scale units in terms of financial support, said Union Minister for MSME.

Volkswagen agrees to compensate tens of thousands of German motorists

Leipzig court ruling opens door to claims from at least 60,000 car owners

Financials Still A Value Trap

Financials have underperformed dramatically and seem optically cheap - with large capital buffers and unlimited Fed liquidity support and would benefit from GDP

How to Convert a Date String into a Human-Readable Format

I'll be the first to admit that I'm writing this article, in part, because it's something I look up often and want to be able to find it next time.

Surface Duo: Microsoft is improving the pen support based on Android

Surface Duo: Microsoft is improving the pen support based on Android. Microsoft intends to gain a strong position in the market of foldable devices.

New overdose prevention app available in Interior Health region

The Provincial Health Services Authority has launched a new app aimed at preventing those who use illicit drugs while by themselves from overdosing.“T

Sanhedrin to Hold Shavuot (Pentecost) Offering in Samarian Hills

The two loaves, baked beforehand from a sourdough, were shaped in a special manner with squared ‘horns’ in the corners, resembling the altar.

Kharge slams Modi government on absence of sector-specific plan

Senior Congress leader says the Centre has refused to address the crisis

Dreaming of a home in Jerusalem? The time is now - Jewish Lifestyle

Some new opportunities have been created in the wake of the pandemic. One of them, says Dvir Dimri, CEO of Karta investments, is real estate

Bank of Baroda to move Karnataka high court to restrict NMC founder BR Shetty from selling assets

Earlier this month, a session court in Bengaluru had frozen the asset of the founder of the NMC Health group, restricting BR Shetty and his wife from selling or transferring properties

Rescued migrant labourers narrate their ordeal to RDO

An inquiry was conducted with 14 migrant youth engaged in borewell industry in Madurai to ascertain whether they were kept as bonded labourers. They were rescued over a month ago by a city-based non g

These International Stocks Are Extremely Undervalued - Part 1

In this article, we echo a similar piece done about a week ago but instead focus on undervalued international stocks. Here, we find companies hailing from Scand

Nine forests in Dublin mountains to be upgraded for recreational use

The forests have been managed by Coillte primarily for commercial purposes to date

There's Always Something To Worry About (And That's Bullish)

Persistence of worry among investors supports a bullish contrarian thesis. The 32% rally in the S&P 500 strongly suggests a new bull has begun. Online retail sa

To combat COVID-19, India adopted Intelligent Testing Strategy, says ICMR

India has now 610 laboratories — 432 public and 178 private which are currently testing 1.1 lakh samples daily. The testing capacity has been increased to 1.4 lakh samples per day, which is being further raised to 2 lakh

Canadian dollar sticks to tight range ahead of Poloz speech

Loonie at 71.50 U.S. cents

Toronto Zoo trying to innovate as it faces budget crunch

Zoo offers drive-through exhibit as it reopens, but attendance was falling for years before pandemic

SACS schoolboy stars sign with WP, Sharks

Two promising Cape Town schoolboys have signed respective deals with Western Province and the Sharks.

Liberia to Strengthen Health Services, Expand the New Redemption Hospital in Caldwell as US$54M World Bank Credit Approved

Washington – The World Bank Board of Executive Directors has approved a US$54 million International Development Association (IDA) credit to improve health service delivery to women, children, and adolescents in Liberia. According to a release from Washington D.C., the Institutional Foundations to Improve Services for Health (IFISH) project will support the expansion and operationalization of the new Redemption […]

International student collapse to drive university consolidation

Margaret Simons wrote an interesting article in the Saturday Paper explaining how the ending of the “reckless” boom in international students means that Australia’s empire building universities will have to shrink:

Links 26 May 2020

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Industry funds pummeled by early superannuation withdrawals

The Australian Prudential Regulatory Authority (APRA) has released its weekly update on the Morrison Government’s early release policy, which reveals that another 1,650 million funds were withdrawn in the week ending 17 May, with total withdrawals topping $10.6 billion:

Hong Kong standoff leaves U.S. and China on "brink of new Cold War"

Beijing bristles as U.S. officials join global chorus backing huge protests against perceived power-grab by China over semi-autonomous region.

Iberdrola: Renewable And Regulated Mean Dividend All But Guaranteed

Substantial income generated from regulated utility assets, a highly predictable source of cash as it's pre-ordained. It also generates electricity from renewab

AI can help doctors, governments fight Covid-19 pandemic

The theme of the global webinar, organised by the Department of Computer Science Engineering of BU on Monday, was ‘AI Solutions for Covid. The Indian Council of Medical Research tied up with IBM earlier in the month to use its AI-based tool Watson Assistant to respond to specific Covid-19 queries of frontline workers and data entry operators.

Meituan Dianping (MPNGF) CEO Xing Wang on Q1 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Meituan Dianping (OTCPK:MPNGF) Q1 2020 Results Conference Call May 25, 2020 08:00 AM ET Company Participants Scarlett Xu - VP & Head of Capital Markets Xing

2020 Citroen C3 Shine review

Citroen’s cheerful C3 hatch brings a sense of fun to the light-car market, but in Australia’s serious new-car market, is there room to be frivolous?

Celtic news: Southampton could step up interest in Ntcham – and Forster could be included in any deal

SOUTHAMPTON could step up their interest in Celtic midfielder Olivier Ntcham — with keeper Fraser Forster included in any deal. SunSport revealed in February that Saints had targeted the former Fra…

'New engines from 2025, but until then restrictions on engine development'

In 2014, V6-hybrid engines made their appearance in Formula 1, but these hybrid engines won't stay in the sport for to long. According to Racefans.net, there will be new engine regulations in Formula 1 in 2025.

Central Bank warns people of four unauthorised financial firms in operation

The Central Bank says Aran Asset Management, MSIM Fund Management, and CMS ICAV have cloned the details of already existing firms.

Eidoo Partners with Contis to Launch a Visa Crypto Card

Eidoo has announced its partnership with Contis, a principal member of Visa Europe, to launch a new Visa-enabled crypto debit card.

Indian Telecom Operators Urge Gov’t to Finalise 5G Game Plan Before UN Body’s June Meeting

New Delhi (Sputnik): India was geared up to begin its 5G trials when the global COVID-19 pandemic swept the world into a scare. In the wake of the health emergency, New...

Post-Pandemic Economy: Great Depression or Growth Point?

Russian scientists are getting ready to submit their proposals to the Nationwide Action Plan to counter the pandemic in the Russian Federation. Which sectors of the...

Coronavirus outbreak: Govt develops 'intelligent testing strategy' to check spread across states

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is continuously scaling up its testing facilities for COVID-19 by giving approval to government and private laboratories

Commercial real estate to move northwards in Tier 2 markets post Covid-19

Factors like good location, easy accessibility, improvement in basic infrastructure, increased connectivity with suburbs and the availability of skilled manpower have turned smaller cities into an attractive business destination.

Social distancing in home selling: How Lehigh Valley real estate agents are adapting to new reality

The housing market scene might soon resemble more of a hospital and less of a home but Lehigh Valley real estate agents say these measures are going to be crucial moving forward amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Experience safe jewellery shopping at Malabar

Bengaluru: Malabar Gold and Diamonds has re-commenced its operations in Karnataka in a phased manner after complying with all the norms set by the Government following the outbreak of COVID-19.  “As the global pandemic has raised health concerns, and also to have a safe shopping environment, we are ensuring that all our showrooms are fumigated...

Mexican Power Utility Wants Immediate Price Hike for Rivals

(Bloomberg) — Unfazed by criticism it is unfairly blocking renewable energy projects, Mexico’s state-owned utility is doubling down on demands for regulators to protect its market share.

Despite success of Teams, Microsoft says they will continue to show Skype love

Before the current coronavirus crisis, Skype appeared to be one of Microsoft’s numerous wasted investments. Purchased in October 2011 for $8.5 billion, the product has failed to keep up with messaging rivals and suffered from numerous unwelcome changes in direction. Microsoft’s solution was to integrate Skype for business’s functionality into Microsoft Teams, which saw a […]

Coronavirus: Tampa Bay Rays open Tropicana Field for limited workouts

MLB franchise the Tampa Bay Rays took part in a voluntary and very light workout on Monday.

Care workers should be better paid and valued after Covid-19 – poll

Fawcett Society survey shows support for income-tax increase to fund pay rise

Covid impact: Private banks set aside over 75% of operating profit as provisions in Q4

All of them provided aggressively in view of the Covid-19 outbreak and the repayment moratorium, which also requires pre-emptive provisioning. Some red-flagged risks that could arise out of the retail unsecured segment.

5paisa.com CEO: Profitability is in our sight, but it’s not our focus

Currently, 80% of the customers the company acquires are coming to the capital market for the first time and they have never traded or invested in their life.

Look! 1979 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 restomod is a real stunner!

Restored by Legacy Overland, no component was left untouched

Mattress Memorial Day sale: these deals cut up to $500 off Purple, Leesa, Allswell and more

We've rounded up the biggest Memorial Day mattress sales to help you sleep better and save serious cash

Has the pandemic drastically changed your financial situation? We want to hear from you

If your finances have taken a life-changing hit because of the pandemic, we want to hear from you.

Why smart investors are buying gold in midst of Covid

Gold as an asset usually shares negative correlation with other assets (such as equity, debt and real estate), and tends to perform better during risk-off periods. It protects the investors’ capital against tail risks and other events that have an adverse impact on capital or wealth.

Germany mulls €50,000 a month for stricken firms

FRANKFURT AM MAIN, May 25 — Germany’s economy ministry today unveiled plans to ramp up support for hard-hit smaller companies, proposing as much as €50,000 (US$54,000) in monthly aid to help the nation’s vaunted “Mittelstand” survive the coronavirus crisis. The proposal, seen by AFP, is...

Bihar, Jharkhand transfer via apps Rs 1,000 each to 21 lakh migrant workers

Faced with the challenge of providing relief to migrant labourers stuck in other states during April — before transportation became available on May 1 — Bihar has developed a mobile application (app) which could perform basic checks through Aadhaar authentication to identify genuine beneficiaries.

HDFC reports 22 per cent drop in net over spike in bad loans, provisioning

“On the balance sheet level, we are carrying provisions of Rs 10,988 crore, which is much higher than the regulatory requirement of Rs 4,188 crore,” said Keki Mistry, vice chairman and chief executive officer (CEO), HDFC.

Beta Cephei-type pulsations detected in V453 Cygni

Using NASA's Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS), astronomers have detected Beta Cephei-type pulsations in an eclipsing binary system known as V453 Cygni. The finding, detailed in a paper published ...

Australia's life expectancy stagnates, inequality widens

Growing socioeconomic and geographical inequalities are contributing to a stagnation of Australian life expectancy, new research published in Australian Population Studies shows.

WWE Raw: 'Live crowds returning' for first time in months with NXT wrestlers

It's a start...

The 12 questions earth scientists should ask in the next 10 years

The National Science Foundation should invest in new initiatives, partnerships and infrastructure to answer 12 priority research questions relevant to society in the next decade, according to a new report ...

Telegram Withdraws US Court Appeal for TON Launch

After wrapping up its blockchain project, Telegram has now officially withdrawn from the court battle against the SEC for lifting the ban on Gram tokens.

Devonta Freeman Sends Clear Message About His Plans In Deleted Tweet

After six seasons, the Atlanta Falcons released Devonta Freeman this offseason. The 28-year-old running back remains on the open market.

Brazil's BRF ends stock buyback program after purchasing 4,836,000 shares

SAO PAULO, May 25 (Reuters) - Brazilian food company BRF SA said in a securities filing on Monday it ended a stock buyback program after purchasing 4,836,000 shares representing 0.60% of its capital stock. (Reporting by Ana Mano Editing by Nick Zieminski)© Copyright Thomson Reuters 2020. Click For Restrictions - http://about.reuters.com/fulllegal.asp

Everything you need to know about the NBA’s impending return to play

The NBA appears to be nearing a return, with all teams playing at a single location beginning in late July. Here is everything we know so far.

Surgutneftegas: Now It Looks A Bit Less Crazy In This Crazy Market

Unlike many other Russian O&G companies, Surgutneftegas decided to cut its dividends. Earlier, the company's earnings for 2019 crashed by 8 times. From this per

High Yields From Tax-Advantaged Debt: America First Multifamily

COVID-19 has created a completely new environment. The market is still struggling with figuring out the new reality and balancing the opposing forces. Where the

Cacophony is hushed by coronavirus as Chattogram beach, amusement parks empty out on Eid

In normal times, people in their thousands arrive on the sea beach and in amusement parks in Chattogram and they reverberate with never-ending noise on Eid-ul-Fitr.

Hoggets bear brunt as factories slash sheep prices

Last week those in the trade were beginning to speak about factory prices being “on a knife edge”. By yesterday morning quotes for spring lambs had been pared by 10c/kg.

F1 | Bottas’ name added to 2021 ‘silly season’

Valtteri Bottas' name is the latest to join the 2021 driver 'silly season'

Is it too late to apply for a postgraduate course in teaching?

Ask Brian: There are still options available for both primary and post-primary

United Kingdom may remove all Huawei equipment from its 5G networks

Huawei has been in hot water for over a year now, with the United States blocking most trade with the company and various countries ripping out

Japan cautiously lifts last of virus emergency controls

The government’s decision to lift the declaration highlights its strong desire to revive the nation’s faltering economy as quickly as possible.

Reverse migration to villages has set economy back by 15 years, says JNU professor

India risks losing benefits of the demographic dividend by not creating enough jobs for new entrants, warns Professor Mehrotra.

Rassie donates 'lucky white shirt' to raise funds for coronavirus

Rassie Erasmus has joined in on SA Rugby's 32-12 campaign to help raise funds to feed those in need during and after the Covid-19 pandemic.

Will healthcare prove a popular choice?

Covid-19 might persuade more students to opt for healthcare courses

Swiss National Bank Boosts Stake in Teladoc Health Inc (NYSE:TDOC)

Swiss National Bank lifted its stake in shares of Teladoc Health Inc (NYSE:TDOC) by 1.8% in the first quarter, HoldingsChannel.com reports. The fund owned 133,400 shares of the health services provider’s stock after acquiring an additional 2,400 shares during the quarter. Swiss National Bank’s holdings in Teladoc Health were worth $20,678,000 at the end of […]

Get up to 70% off Liverpool kit in the LFC x NB sale

Enjoy great deals on a range of products, including the 19/20 home kit

Bitcoin Risks Falling to $8K Ahead of June Due to These Technical Factors

Bitcoin was trading in positive territory this Monday after closing its last week in severe losses.

10 long term implications of the virus

Via Shane Oliver at AMP:

Can multiculturalism survive the new Cold War?

The answer is yes but it needs to toughen up.

A Lot of Binance Exmployees Opt to be Paid in Crypto Rather Than Fiat: CEO

The CEO of crypto exchange Binance, Chagpeng Zhao (CZ) acknowledged that "a lot" of employees opt to be paid in BNB, rather than fiat.

Benje Patterson casts an eye over the entrepreneurial spirit that saw 3,136 businesses started across New Zealand during April when the country was in lockdown

Benje Patterson casts an eye over the entrepreneurial spirit that saw 3,136 businesses started across New Zealand during April when the country was in lockdown

Ex-VP Boakai, Global Outreach Foundation Donate COVID-19 Supplies to Tapita Hospital

Monrovia – The Global Outreach & Development Foundation, Inc. (GODF), in collaboration with the Joseph Nyuma Boakai Foundation has donated medical, sanitary, protective, and self-care resources to augment the current efforts by healthcare professionals at the Tappita Hospital.  The Global Outreach & Development Foundation, Inc. is a United States-based 501(c)(3) organization, approved by the U.S. […]

Silver's Silver Lining

Investors may consider some exposure to silver as the multi-year, supply-demand surplus scenario looks to be transitioning towards a more favorable picture. On

Trade setup: No consensus on Nifty direction; 50DMA remains key hurdle

This makes the market more vulnerable on the higher side.

Vedanta: Going Private

Vedanta's promoters have decided to take the company private. The company has been investing in capital assets year-over-year to the extent that the fixed asset

Cowboys Fans Call For Andy Dalton To Start Amid Dak Prescott Contract Dispute (TWEETS)

As this point, there are thousands of Dallas Cowboys fans who are sick and tired of the back and forth…

Macron Set to Unveil Aid for Embattled French Auto Industry

French President Emmanuel Macron is set to announce measures to support the auto industry before other European governments, highlighting the crucial role the sector plays in the economy and how hard it has been hit by the coronavirus pandemic.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar credits Mohammed Kaif for Sachin Tendulkar's first-ever Ranji duck

I refinanced my mortgage during COVID-19, and thanks to low interest rates I'll save about $50,000

When my wife and I bought our home about three years ago, we were thrilled to just be approved for a loan. As a newly self-employed writer, we definitely had to jump through a few hoops to buy our home despite credit scores above 800.

Beximco exports 6.5 million PPE gowns to US

Beximco Group has exported 6.5 million personal protective equipment or PPE gowns to US brand Hanes for delivery to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA.

If you don't have a 20% deposit for a house purchase, all banks will add some serious additional costs to your repayments - but a few add a lot less than others

If you don't have a 20% deposit for a house purchase, all banks will add some serious additional costs to your repayments - but a few add a lot less than others

Don’t try, just buy: How shopping will change post-coronavirus

The way we shop has changed. Customers can say goodbye to testers and fitting rooms, and say hello to disinfectant and spatial awareness.

Okinawa Oki100: First 100% 'desi' electric motorcycle to cost around Rs 1 lakh

News News: GURUGRAM: Okinawa will launch 100% localized, first-electric motorcycle, Oki100 in the third quarter of the financial year 2020-21 at around Rs 1 lakh.

We deserve a better deal: All India Radio RJs unpaid since lockdown, Prasar Bharati not yielding

India News: Despite Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s repeated appeals besides letters from the finance and labour ministries to not fire employees or cut their wage

Financial aid to farmers

‘Jaivagriham’ project envisages income to peasants

Government warned economy could fall off a cliff in September without more stimulus

Consumers are spending more money, but economists warn Australia could fall off a financial cliff in September without more stimulus measures.

Mother, daughter end life after family quarrel

Repayment of loan for home reported to be trigger

Ivory Coast children head back to school after virus shutdown

Thousands of children in face masks flocked back to school in Ivory Coast on Monday after the country became one of the first in West Africa to restart lessons after a two-month coronavirus shutdown. With a total of 2,376 cases and dozens of new infections each day, Ivory Coast has yet to contain the

British farmers 'will go out of business' in UK-US trade deal, Theresa Villiers warns

British farmers “will go out of business” as a consequence of a trade deal with the United States, former environment secretary Theresa Villiers has warned. Admitting that she had "great fears" about "unfettered competition between domestic farmers and US imports", she said it would

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Young Australians comprise the majority of people making early withdrawals from their superannuation, as the COVID-19 crisis sweeps through the economy.

Why Africa can’t afford further delay on AfCFTA -- AFREXIMBANK

The devastating impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Africa’s economy has shown that the continent can ill-afford a further delay in the implementation

Devonta Freeman Might Retire If He Doesn’t Get Desired Contract For 2020 Season, RB Responds (TWEET)

(Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images) Devonta Freeman garnered a bunch of interest from several teams this offseason, but he wasn't…

Inspiration from Zion: Thousands of Generations I Dreamt of you, Jerusalem

“Thousands of generations I dreamt of you, to be granted to see the light of your face, Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Shine your face to your sons! From your ruins, I will build you!”

John O'Leary: Memorial Day lesson — Greatest Generation didn't just survive, they did this

One conversation with my grandfather nearly 20 years ago altered my understanding of him, his generation and what real success looks like.

B.C. Parks overwhelmed as thousands try to reserve campsites

“Overwhelming numbers” of people trying to reserve campsites on the first day of availability led to technical problems with bookings on the B.C. Parks Discover Camping website, the . . .

How Arsenal could line up with Ousmane Dembele

Amid reports linking Arsenal with a cut-price move for Ousmane Dembele, Sports Mole looks at how the Gunners could line up with the Barcelona winger in their ranks.

Hertz files for US bankruptcy protection as car rentals evaporate in pandemic

The firm, whose largest shareholder is billionaire investor Carl Icahn with a nearly 39 percent ownership stake, is reeling from government orders restricting travel and requiring citizens to remain home.

Hospitals flush with cash got billions in coronavirus bailouts

The feds have given more than $5 billion in grants to 20 big hospital chains that already had more than $108 billion in cash.

Suriname votes with convicted-killer president's future at stake

With a partial lockdown in effect due to the coronavirus pandemic, Suriname's 380,000 eligible voters will head to the polls to elect the 51 members of the National Assembly.

Canada's TSX gains more than 1% as financial shares climb

TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index rose on Monday, helped by gains for financial shares, as investors welcomed a stronger-than-expected rebound in German business morale.

Redmi 10X is coming with the same AMOLED display as the Mi 10 Youth

According to a new report from Digital Chat Station, the Redmi 10X features the same Samsung AMOLED panel as the Mi 10 Youth.

Surrey’s Alan Clegg sits down for a socially-distanced chat about his life in Cloverdale over the years

Clegg chats about his time as a volunteer firefighter, 1962’s Typhoon Freda, and how he’s been holding up during COVID-19

Bithumb Names Back Young Heo as Its New CEO

South Korean crypto exchange Bithumb has promoted Back Young Heo as its new chief executive officer (CEO).

Scots MasterChef judge Jock Zonfrillo says celeb chef Marco Pierre White saved his life by offering him job at 17

SCOTS MasterChef judge Jock Zonfrillo has told how being given a job by celebrity chef Marco Pierre White saved his life. The Glasgow-born cook claimed he would have been in a “pine box” if he hadn…

Clark County election worker tests positive for COVID-19

A worker at the Clark County Election Department’s main office has tested positive for COVID-19.

Celsius: Hold On For The Ride

Celsius's potential TAM is massive and should support many years of strong growth. Even with COVID-19 substantially disrupting marketing, the company is still s

Fifteen U.S. value stocks set to perform strongly in a recovery

Looking for U.S. large and mid-cap value stocks

How Binge Compares To Netflix And Australia's Other Streaming Services

Binge is Australia's newest streaming service and in order for it to avoid a flop, it needs to offer something substantial given the existing competition. With Netflix and Stan holding the lion's share of subscribers in Australia outside of Foxtel, let's see how Binge shapes up to them....

Ondo 2020: Chaos in APC over ‘united’ opposition to Akeredolu

The October 2020 governorship election in Ondo State will not only be a three-horse trade but also throw up surprises.

Chelsea put €35m price-tag on influential figure amid interest from Euro giants

Will touted demands be met to seal exit?

USD/MXN: Slight relief for the peso – CIBC

The initial market reaction to Banxico’s cut to 5.5% suggests that the decision was not more dovish than investors were expecting, according to analys

Trump Ramps Up His War On Vote By Mail

President Trump took his war on vote-by-mail to the next level last week with a pair of tweets Wednesday morning threatening...

Keep obesity at bay to stay safe from diabetes ITheHealthSite.com

Obese people are more than 5 times likely to develop diabetes in comparison to people with healthy body weight. Here's how to lose weight the right way.

Coronavirus: Central Government plans to speed access to global vaccine

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ELASTIC software architecture advances urban mobility in Florence

Current trends in the field of big data analytics in the context of smart cities show a need for original software ecosystems upon which advanced mobility functionalities can be developed. These new architectures ...

Omani Oil prices show upward trend

The price of Omani oil continued to rise, with prices for delivery by next July reaching $37.02 USD on the Dubai Energy Market on Monday

HDFC Q4: Loan growth slows owing to Covid-19-led disruption

Aside from slowdown in disbursements, the lockdown also impacted collections in the second half of March

Euro giants prepared to axe €25m+ ace to finance permanent deal for Arsenal loanee

Strategy outlined, Gunners could have decision to make...

Vedanta’s delisting plan: What choice do shareholders have?

The price of ₹87.5 per share indicated by the company may be too low; but investors have the choice of placing their bids higher

National Appeal Info – A Good News Story For The Nation

Two organists, two islands, two trucks; the challenge is on for New Zealanders to raise $200,000 in two weeks to get the wheels rolling!

Flights from Israel's Ben Gurion Airport to resume in July - Inside Israel

Airport officials say no departures will be permitted in June, with outbound flights resuming only in July.

Okudah ohio state, detroit walker connecticut new york fever Hunter Renfrow Authentic Jersey

NEWS IBC - Okudah ohio state, detroit walker connecticut new york fever Hunter Renfrow Authentic Jersey NEWS IBC - Okudah ohio state, detroit walker connecticut new york fever Hunter Renfrow Authentic Jersey

Fear-mongering over national security law unfounded

Many foreign officials and media outlets have rushed to claim Hong Kong's status as a global financial hub has ended due to the impending National Security Law, with unsubstantiated reports of capital flight, but the move of the legislation is actually a boost to the business environment in the long-run.

Andrew Cuomo managed to kill Grandma — and New York’s economy too

So Gov. Andrew Cuomo killed Grandma and cratered New York’s economy. But he looked good doing it. Too harsh? Well, report cards are snapshots, and the pandemic is an evolving event. Numbers are

Scots Volkswagen drivers to receive millions in payouts after emission scandal ruling

Scots solicitors have made the claim after a landmark German ruling.

Fixed Exchange Rate: More harm than good

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe suspended the new managed floating exchange rate and introduced the fixed exchange rate of 1 US Dollar to 25 Zimbabwean Dollars on ...

CEFs Vs. The Gone Fishin' Portfolio

Sometimes, it's good to put our portfolio strategy to a series of tests to confirm our investing thesis or reveal if a change is warranted. CEFs can be volatile

Scott Sumner On The Government's Response To COVID-19 And The Future Of Level Targeting

The Fed needs to be more aggressive addressing the macroeconomic problems stemming from COVID-19, and adopting a level target may be one solution. Scott Sumner

‘I’d be having a crack’: Why Alex Rance could return to footy — but for a bitter Richmond rival

It only takes one small nugget to send footy into a speculative frenzy.

Philip Morris: Odds Stacked In Favor For Dividend Investors

The first quarter of 2020 has largely shown the ability of the tobacco industry to withstand tough times, with Philip Morris holding strong whilst many companie

Okanagan College expected to see fewer international students, loss in revenue unknown

Post secondary institutions across Canada are bracing for financial losses with the future of foreign students stuck in COVID-19 limbo.Thompson Rivers Unive

Covid-19 in South Africa – perspective is needed

Covid-19 has caused us to lose perspective on various fronts. One main front is the burden of disease. In a country in which many thousands of people die each year from treatable diseases like TB and Type 2 diabetes, an exclusive focus on the mortal impact of Covid-19, while understandable, is misplaced.

YNW Melly Co-Defendant YNW Bortlen Granted Release on Bond and House Arrest

Details here.

Health facilities avoided out of fear, another mine temporarily closed and a rating agency’s grim forecast

On Monday, it came to light that thousands of people are avoiding health facilities for fear of being infected with Covid-19 or harassed by police. A statement of support for Prof Glenda Gray has been signed by 250 scientists and Mponeng mine has closed after staff tested positive for the virus. The country’s biggest horse racing company has furloughed most of its staff and a rating agency has a grim forecast for SA.

Man Utd eye swoop for World Cup winner as Euro giants prepared to green light exit

Solskjaer eyeing midfield reinforcement?

Zafrullah Chowdhury says Gonoshasthaya kit shows he is COVID-19 positive

Zafrullah Chowdhury, the founder and trustee of the Gonoshasthaya Kendra, has said he has contracted the novel coronavirus.

ONGC may buy IL&FS’ 26% stake in Tripura power arm

IL&FS invites expressions of interest for share acquisition

Europeans Save Less, Spend More As Economy Lags

European consumers are saving more to safeguard against the pandemic economy, which analysts say will hinder economic recovery.

2 New Airport Projects Come on Stream in Iran

Two new airport development projects were inaugurated on Monday by President Hassan Rouhani, Minister of Roads and Urban Development Mohammad Eslami, Managing Director of Iran Airports Company

Sterling under pressure as Johnson faces Tory revolt in Cummings affair

Sterling under pressure as Johnson faces Tory revolt in Cummings affair

Now, industries seek deferment of variable dearness allowance

Labour Department to hold tripartite meeting today to discuss the issue

Opinion: Quarantine was supposed to buy Ontario time. The province squandered it

The government was supposed to develop robust testing, contact tracing and messaging

M&M organises service support for its vehicles on essential services

Also comes up with finance schemes for frontline staff

Quarantined investors create ‘perfect storm of stupid’ (Plus, a TSX stock skyrocketing on the shift to remote working)

A roundup of investment ideas for active investors

The highest yielding stocks on the TSX, plus risk data

Seeking dividends? Here are the equities to look at

Bigger payouts for Covid beneficiaries could end up benefitting everyone

There's more to the finance minister's controversial move than meets the eye, argues Max Rashbrooke. If you’re a current beneficiary, I can see how it looks like a slap in the face. Finance minister Grant Robertson yesterday announced that people rendered unemployed by the coronavirus will receiv

Coronavirus | Tondiarpet becomes fifth zone to cross the 1,000-case mark

Corporation evolves zone-wise plan to target slums.

BTC Dominance Signals Abrupt End to Crypto Altcoin Season

Altcoins across the crypto market may be seeing a pullback according to a buy setup on BTC dominance charts signaled by the TD Sequential indicator.

'Rail adukku pathiram' stands the test of time

A recent video has revived interest in the age-old vessel

Markets advance on hope of restrictions being eased globally

Subdued volumes traded on world markets as London and New York closed for holidays

Kelowna RCMP ask for public's help to find missing woman

Kelowna RCMP are hoping someone has seen a missing 58-year-old Kelowna woman.Kelly Joy Zuchotzki was last seen on May 24, according to an RCMP news release.

Ex-Rangers boss Warburton reckons Celtic and Gers would take chance to join England’s lower leagues

MARK WARBURTON reckons Rangers and Celtic would take the opportunity to join England’s lower leagues. Scottish football is facing financial trouble as a result of the ongoing coronavirus cris…

Karachi Plane crash: Airbus A320's flight data recorder recovered from crash site

The critical piece of equipment would prove useful in determining the cause of the accident

Michael Jordan’s Son Was Asked To Name The 2nd Greatest Player Ever

Michael Jordan's son, Marcus, had some interesting thoughts on who he believes is the second greaters player in NBA history.

China Vows Retaliation if US Continues Meddling in Its Hong Kong Policy

The island enjoys a certain degree of autonomy in terms of its economy and laws, but recently Beijing decided to introduce stricter penalties for treason and sedition...

Petrol pumps closed in different areas of Karachi over lack of supply

The pumps have been closed down due to depletion of petrol stocks

My partner was deported and I don't know if our sons will ever see him again

We only got half an hour together to say goodbye. Half an hour for Rayan to hold his sons for the last time.

April pharma exports witness uptick

Pharma exports from India grew by a small, less than 1% in April, amid the lockdown for COVID-19 that impacted production as well movement of the products.It is something to cheer about, said Pharmace

Fear of airline bankruptcies triggered knee-jerk opening; but states not playing ball

Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri's plea for 'cooperative federalism' shows that Centre anticipated some resistance to reopening domestic flights; they why were flights restarted without consulting the states?

UCD academics call for virus safety incentives for businesses

Study shows businesses that invest in workplace safety 20% more likely to ‘go under’

Govt. should take a decision on TTD land row: seer

Swaroopanandendra Swamy speaks to Chief Minister and Trust Board Chairman

Astronomers See “Sparkles” Around The Milky Way’s Supermassive Black Hole

Astronomers are aware the supermassive black hole at the center of the Milky Way occasionally flares due to clouds of material suddenly being absorbed. The

Inflation remote risk compared with Bank of Canada’s bigger worry — depression-inducing mix of deflation and debt

Kevin Carmichael: In his final speech as Governor, Stephen Poloz seeks to allay fears that the billions being pumped into the economy will lead to runaway prices

Chief Executive of Ghana Commodity Exchange, Dr Kadri, says they are working to reverse the drop in trading due to COVID-19

The Chief Executive of the Ghana Commodity Exchange (GCX), Dr Alfa Kadri has said that they are working to reverse the drop in activities on its platform due to the impact of COVID-19 on its operations.

Don't Let Under-Desk Exercise Machines Take Over Your Daily Workouts

If you thought under-desk exercise machines were going to be the saving grace of a poor workout routine, the short answer is no. This may disappoint anyone struggling to cope with exercising on the daily — whether it's due to stress or anxiety, the closure of gyms, the shortening of days or because you're just being...

Coronavirus Q&A: Your questions about schools and universities answered

As the government continues with plans to begin reopening schools in England on June 1, Consumer Editor Chris Choi answers your questions.

ECB Facing Testy Stimulus Debate After Call to Scrap Limits

The European Central Bank looks set for another testy debate after one policy maker floated the prospect of removing what many see as an important limit on its powers.

Watch A Baby Bear Carjack A Mercedes E-Class

The great outdoors can be beautiful but terrifying at the same time. Luckily humans have developed the abil...

Full deregulation an enabler for private sector investment – Marketers

Marketers operating in Nigeria’s downstream sector of the oil industry have reiterated that deregulation remains the enabler

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I gut renovated an old NYC apartment to convert it from two bedrooms into three bedrooms; here's what we did and how we did it.

ECB's Villeroy: Won't let adverse market dynamics lead to unwarranted hikes in borrowing costs

"Going further on Pandemic Emergency Purchase Programme (PEPP) only make sense if we ensure its maximum effectiveness," ECB Governing Council member F

BoC's Poloz: Current inflation target sits within a control range of 1% to 3%

Bank of Canada's (BoC) policy framework provides the flexibility in the time it takes to get inflation back to target, BoC Governor Stephen Poloz said

Indian Motorcycles Offering Discounts Of Up To Rs 6.7 Lakh

The discount is valid on select BS4-compliant motorcycles manufactured in 2019 that are registered by the company in Haryana and under the company’s own name

WWE to use NXT Talent as "Audience Members" at TV tapings going forward

Several NXT Superstars and PC Crew will be in the stands at tonight's WWE Raw to cheer for their favorites!

L3Harris Technologies: Steady Growth Yet Insulated From COVID-19 And The Economy

The recent merger of L3 Technologies and Harris Corporation created synergies that are driving cost savings and increasing margins. As a defense contractor, the

Why Entravision Communications Stock Could Be A Solid Play For Your Deep Value Portfolio

Entravision Communications is a major owner/operator of Spanish-language TV and radio stations. COVID-19 may mean an ugly Q2, and headwinds could persist throug

JOYY Inc.: Be Patient

Management revealed that Bigo Live had far more potential than we originally believed, with potential revenue. YY Live saw a revenue and profit decline due to C

Louth GAA '2,000 percent confident' new stadium in Dundalk won't suffer from future flooding

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DBB: Reopening Economies Could Lead To More Upside For Base Metals

DBB has recovered rather slowly since it reached its lowest since February 2016 on March 23. In contrast with equities, base metals have not enjoyed a fast rebo

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A shareholder plan to oust a chunk of Aryzta’s board will be a key focus for investors tomorrow as the embattled Swiss-Irish baked goods company releases third quarter figures.

Iranian IRGC General Announces the End of 'Era of US Presence' in Persian Gulf

The announcement comes as the US ignored Iranian protests against holding live-ammunition drills in the Persian Gulf under the pretext of boosting the security of the...

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Some businesses could be better off staying closed than risk re-opening during the second phase of the B.C.’s government's plan to safely and gradually re-open the economy, according to Val Litwin, president and CEO, BC Chamber of Commerce.

Hotel owners fight to save jobs during COVID-19 crisis

As we speak, hotel occupancy rates have plummeted to less than 5% in the entire country

Jet Airways offers two Boeing aircraft for evacuation of stranded Indians

Jet Airways could supply up to four aircraft for evacuation missions within a reasonable period of time.Jet Airways has been grounded for a year due to lack of funds

String of multimillion shilling defamation awards against publishers worrying

The huge financial awards could potentially limit the ability of the media to exercise their traditional roles as watchdogs.

IPG Photonics: Buy On Weakness

IPG owns one of the safest and strongest balance sheets in corporate America. The long-term trend of rising demand for lasers of all types puts the wind at your

Motorola Razr foldable rumoured to feature Snapdragon 765 chipset with 5G

The Razr 2 will feature a 5G modem alongside Qualcomm's Snapdragon 765 chipset, 8GB of RAM, 256GB of internal storage and a 2,845mAh battery.

Arista Networks: Free Cash Flow To Drive The Stock Back To $300

Arista Networks displays a stellar balance sheet and juicy net profit margins. Discounted cash flow model points towards a return to $300/share, with prudent gr

Former Transition Aide Says Michael Flynn Fielded Thousands of Calls

A former transition official and longtime aide said Michael Flynn fielded thousands of calls during a chaotic transition period.

Moving beyond geopolitics

In the post-COVID world, countries and tech giants should be obligated to share data in the larger interest of mankind

Cases whittle down to 74 as 37 get discharged in Nellore

In a welcome development, 37 persons were discharged from hospital on recovery in SPSR Nellore district on Monday. As many as 15 patients, including 14 from the COVID-19 hotspot of Sullurpeta, were di

AAP, BJP trade barbs over mishandling of epidemic

They attack each other over lack of effort

Punjab to provide free ration to 14 lakh migrants under Atmanirbhar scheme

While 17.7 lakh migrants had registered on the government portal to go back home and three lakh have left via trains and over a lakh via buses and many others on foot or private vehicles, the remaining around 14 lakh will get 2 months of free ration under the scheme.

French Ligue 2 promotion play-off proposal rejected

France's national Olympic committee has rejected pleas from second-tier clubs Ajaccio, Troyes and Clermont to hold promotion/relegation play-offs.

Old Bitcoin Miner Proves Craig Wright has No Access to 145 Tulip Trust Addresses

Signed messages claiming Craig Wright is a fraud were sent from 145 Bitcoin addresses Wright listed were his in the Tulip Trust. The addresses seemed to have be

“City of darkness” no longer – AfDB supported electricity project lights up Juba

The $38 million Juba Power Distribution System Rehabilitation and Expansion Project is almost completed according to a release by the AfDB.

Restricting foreign workers during a crisis hampers recovery. Just look at our past mistakes ǀ View

Policies which encourage the departure of foreign workers are ineffective, and policymakers should instead look to macroeconomics to stimulate recovery.

SA Express liquidators seek more powers for asset sales to free up cash

Liquidators might launch a court application for the extension of their powers so they can sell SA Express assets, cancel aircraft leases and solicit or assess bids for the airline by potential buyers. The powers would enable them to free up cash to pay the airline’s creditors, who are owed more than R2.5bn.

NDDC: Nobody Is Against Forensic Audit, says Group

Contrary to the unsubstantiated claims by the Interim Management Committee (IMC) of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) that vested interests are against the Forensic Audit ordered by President Muhammadu Buhari in October last year, the Niger Delta Renaissance Coalition (NDRC) has restated that all well-meaning Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and persons across the Niger Delta region and beyond support the long-desired forensic audit.

UK planning to reduce Huawei’s 5G role: Report

The British prime minister instructed officials to draw up plans under which Chinas involvement in the countrys 5G infrastructure would be scaled down to zero by 2023, according to the newspaper.

View: With the global supply chain being reconfigured, India must intelligently restructure its economy

Indias aspirations have been whetted by its improving ease of doing business, though more needs to be done.

Nanaimo seniors care home to remain under Island Health's control for now

Island Health has extended its daily management of a privately owned Nanaimo seniors home until at least the end of July.Susan Abermann was appointed administrator of the 150-bed Nanaimo’s . . .

So, you're planning on getting pregnant this year

If you started 2020 with a plan to conceive, you may be feeling nervous due to COVID-19. Here's five things to consider if you're looking to grow your family.

EFL could introduce artificial crowd noise in behind closed doors games

Innovation has been discussed at Bristol City as clubs plan to combat lack of atmosphere at games

Regeneron to buy back $5 billion stake held by Sanofi

(Reuters) - U.S. drugmaker Regeneron Pharmaceuticals said on Monday it would repurchase about $5 billion of its shares directly from France’s Sanofi, without altering their over-a-decade-long partnership.

U.S. State of Louisiana Wants to License Cryptocurrency Businesses

Officials in Louisiana’s lower chamber have approved a proposal to regulate cryptocurrency businesses in the Southern U.S. state, if a recent development is considered. 

UBS to Create Fintech-Specific Venture Fund

UBS Group, a Swiss investment banking giant, is creating a venture capital fund with a corpus of hundreds of millions of dollars of its own fund.

Malware turns Discord client into password stealer

The AnarchyGrabber trojan has been updated to steal passwords, disable 2FA and spread malware to a victim's Discord friends.

St Catherine man listed as person of interest in murder probe

Detectives in the St Catherine South Division have named a man as a person of interest in relation to a murder in Naggo Head, St Catherine on Sunday. He is 23-year-old Shamar McDonald of Rosemarie Lane, Naggo Head in St Catherine. McDonald is being...

Hackers get access to Apple's upcoming iOS 14 nearly eight months ahead of its expected release after buying an iPhone 11 from a gray market in China with a test version of the operating system installed on it

While Apple hasn't officially unveiled iOS 14, hackers appear to have already had full access to it for several months, after one bought a developer's unit of the iPhone 11 in China.

Delhi gas operators seek tax relief, loan restructuring to deal with lockdown impact

 Pummeled by evaporating demand and fall in business due to the lockdown, city gas operators such as Adani Gas, GAIL and Torrent Gas have sought tax relief and loan restructuring to tide over

‘Decision to auction TTD assets not fair’

Trust Board special invitee writes to Subba Reddy

Uber driver Santherathas Navaratnam sentenced in Ballarat court

Santherathas Navaratnam was sentenced at the Ballarat Magistrates' Court on Monday on four counts of sexual assault.

Officials swing into action asreturnees’ numbers swell

Zero in on NREGA to provide temporary livelihood

No interim relief for HDIL promoters

A Sessions court has rejected the interim bail plea filed by Rakesh and Sarang Wadhawan, promoters of Housing Development and Infrastructure Limited (HDIL) and key accused in the Punjab and Maharashtr

Doomsday Event in Fortnite - The Entire Timeline Explained

A quick rundown through the Fortnite storyline and its connection to the Doomsday event.

Delay in projects to impact profitability in FY21, says Cochin Shipyard

There will not be any additional impact due to liquidated damages for delay in running projects as it has already invoked Force Majeure clause available in all the contracts

Capturing The Trend In Cryptocurrencies

Bitcoin's price volatility reaches 6-year high. The upward momentum of cryptocurrencies can create enormous returns on investment, but the downside risk is subs

FBD plans to ask court to delay cases taken by most publicans

Insurer FBD says it intends to ask judges at the Commercial Court not to hear additional legal actions taken against it by publicans who say their cover is not being honoured, until a case now underway is decided one way or another.

A $313 Million Jackpot Prize Could Be Won By A Player From India!

Winning a multi-million dollar jackpot is the dream of lottery fans across the globe. Mega Millions is now offering players a massive $313 million (₹23.7 billion) jackpot prize, which is currently

Huawei Mate Watch may be in development, coming with Mate 40 series

Huawei has trademarked a new Huawei Mate Watch branding. According to rumors, it's a new premium smartwatch coming with the Mate 40 series.

Phishing campaign hijacks Google Firebase storage

Threat actors are leveraging Google's technology to harvest credentials.

'If players refuse to take a pay cut then they will lose credibility'

Eddie O’Sullivan says ‘rugby’s financial model has been a catastrophe’ but he believes the IRFU will survive this crisis.

Bumble Bees Control When Flowers Bloom, Cushioning Climate Uncertainty

Bumble bees have developed a remarkable solution to the dangers of coming out of hibernation before food is available. They take advantage of the fact plan

Arutz Sheva readers invited to Zoom discussion with Atty. Mark Langfan - US & Canada

Chairman for Americans For A Safe Israel will be holding a special Zoom session titled: 'West Bank Annexation: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly'

32 lakh quintals of cotton remains unsold in Maharashtra and Gujarat

While kapas is an agriculture commodity, most district collectors had not allowed the opening of wholesale markets.

Linux chief says he's picking AMD over Intel

Linus Torvalds also hinted that he hopes to one day run an ARM-powered desktop.

No Eid sweets exchanged by BSF with Pakistan; done with Bangladesh

Incidents of cross-border terrorism are continuing on the Western front and hence, the exchange of sweets did not take place at any location along the India-Pakistan international border from Jammu to Gujarat, the officials said.

A Pokémon snapshot contest is being held to celebrate Isle of Armor

Pokémon Sword and Shield will be getting its first DLC at the end of June 2020. To celebrate the Isle of Armor expansion pass, Nintendo UK is holding a snapshot contest to win £100 in Nintendo eShop credit.

BSP has room to reduce interest

Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Governor Benjamin Diokno said Monday the manageable inflation environment is giving monetary authorities the “elbow room” to further cut the benchmark interest rates if needed to counter the impact of the pandemic.

China's Deputies brainstorm support for businesses – Global Times

The Global Times is reporting how Chinese Deputies to the ongoing National People's Congress have suggested that the government work out more measures

SkateBIRD Is No Longer Landing On Switch In 2020, Gets Pushed To Next Year

Kickflip tailslide to 2021

Key Consumer Spending Trends For Investors To Gain Insights

New Zealand witnessed a paradigm shift in consumer behaviour as the lockdown sparked increasing reliance on online channels. Going digital became the most powerful tool to fight against the coronavirus scenario, empowering companies to sustain their business operations for early financial recovery.

What future for cars? Covid-19 sparks calls for switch to electric

Can Europe's carmakers trade in their old business model without crushing jobs? As Renault talks of plant closures, François Picard's panel examines conditions for a €5 billion bailout from the state…

JetBlue Airways: Beware The Pending Capital Raise

JetBlue's 1Q commentary points to an April trough. I am less confident about JetBlue leading a recovery given its exposure to the Northeast. The ~$750 million c

The Fed's Corporate Lending Facilities: A Case Of Pseudo Markets

Although the Fed's intent is to provide temporary liquidity to large U.S. firms, the promise of supporting corporate bond prices and making loans to highly leve

Nokia Mobile is officially selling the Nokia 5.3 007 Kevlar Case in Hong Kong

As a part of Nokia Mobile’s partnership with the upcoming James Bond movie ‘No Time to Die’, Nokia Mobile has introduced the Nokia 007 Kevlar Case. The case has been available for Nokia…

Google is testing subscription sign-ups on the Android TV Play Store

Last year at the I/O developer conference, Google teased a redesigned Play Store for Android TV, together with a new feature that would allow easy

DA calls for special inspector-general to prevent graft in relief fund

The party also threatened to table an amendment to the Special Appropriations Bill, should Mboweni not adhere to the request.

No Celebrations As Pinarayi Vijayan Sails Into Fifth Year In Office

Without any celebrations, the Pinarayi Vijayan-led LDF government in Kerala sailed into its fifth year in office, resolving to steer through the COVID-19 crisis and assuring that development would not be affected.

Central Banks Are Destroying What Was Left of Free Markets

The Fed and other central banks are entering into a huge money-printing experiment in hopes of keeping the government-spending machine going at full speed forever. The unintended consequences will be highly destructive.

I Tried These Trainer Tips For a Longer Plank and Added Minutes to My Time After 1 Week

Each of these three exercises takes 30 to 60 seconds a day and strengthen shoulder, core and hip stability for better plank form and a longer hold time.

Jon Jones' manager says fight against Francis Ngannou "can absolutely happen"

While both Jon Jones and Francis Ngannou showed interest in locking horns inside the Octagon, the UFC has surprisingly not shown any eagerness to book the fight.

Cross-Border Investing: The Most Active US-Based VCs in Africa

Africa’s evolution to cross-border investing has been interesting, but more so, challenging for Venture Capitalists. Traditionally, VCs pump money into businesses and geographies they understand, while tending to be skeptical about businesses in emerging markets. Concerns around regulatory risks, regional stability, market size, distance from their headquarters which increase oversight costs, all have at one point made it difficult to get U.S-based VCs on board.  A decade back, only a few for-profit early-stage investors were attracted to Africa,  with citations of  “a slim picking away from social investing.”  The playing field was therefore left to non-profits and social-focused investors. However, the arrival of specialized funds led by development finance institutions such as the International Finance Organization (IFC), Acumen, and Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC), has slowly transformed early-stage company financing across the continent to include top-tier VC investors from the U.S. Similarly…

Reg A+: Groundfloor Seeks Up to $10 Million in Series B Funding Round

Groundfloor is turning to SeedInvest to raise additional growth capital.  Groundfloor has posted an offering page for indications of interest and, as

Brit trophy hunters making thousands offering blood-thirsty tours to kill elephants, lions and rhinos

THE British businessmen helping to organise bloodthirsty trophy hunts in South Africa have been unmasked in a new book. Trophy Hunters Exposed, Inside the Big Game Industry describes how the men ar…

Medal of Honor recipient remembers sergeant major killed in Iraq: 'We were going to avenge that man'

Medal of Honor recipient, former U.S. Army Staff Sgt. David Bellavia said that Memorial Day is a time for him to take stock and consider whether he is living his life in a way that honors those who were lost.

UK, Nigeria pledge to sustain trade relations amid CoVID-19

With Covid-19 continuing to affect supply chains, trade and global investment flows, the United Kingdom and Nigeria authorities have pledged commitment

Dozens of Chinese companies added to US blacklist in latest Beijing rebuke

The blacklisted companies focus on artificial intelligence and facial recognition, markets that US chip companies such as Nvidia Corp and Intel Corp have been heavily investing in.

Book sales soar as French lockdown eases

A study for the trade weekly Livres Hebdo found that from May 11 to 17 bookshops did a roaring trade, with readers desperate to stock up while public libraries remained shut.

Vernon school buses won't run when class resumes next week

Vernon students who do decide to return to school next week will be doing so under their own steam, as school buses will not be running.Vernon school distri

Contact made: Zidane expresses interest directly to Real Madrid target but key issues remain

Will it result in a successful swoop?

Engineers want the Government to increase spending to stimulate the economy

The Government needs to take advantage of the low cost of borrowing for capital projects to increase spending and stimulate economic recovery, the new President of the Association of Consulting Engineers of Ireland (ACEI) has said.

Barcelona-Juventus swap deal involving starlet ruled out but Camp Nou exit still expected

Barca still expected to split with young ace...

Office supply wholesaler Spicers Ireland is rescued from liquidation

The sale of the business includes the trade and stock and will see Paragon Group take assignment of the lease of the Spicers Ireland depot at Citywest in Dublin. Picture: iStock

Grocery and grain market in APMC reopens

Pune district sees highest single-day surge of more than 450 cases

UK accused of 'threatening' EU with Royal Navy over Brexit fishing rights row

EXCLUSIVE: Defence Minister James Heappey said three offshore patrol vessels and other "high readiness forces" could be deployed

Forget About Big Bortos And Big Boobs, Get A Woman Woman Who Can Solve Maths- Lady Advises Men

Men are naturally attracted by what they see. Only a few men look beyond a woman's physical beauty and assets.

Record 10,000 women waiting to buy 'Holy Grail' of anti-wrinkle cream online

Scientists claim a new product marketed by Boots hits the “sweet spot” to reduce lines and give older skin “bounce” - sparking a huge interest among customers

India, Israel plan to jointly develop rapid testing tools for covid-19

DRDO and CSIR are likely to partner with Israel’s Directorate of R&D in its ministry of defence to develop the rapid testing tools.Israel recently claimed it had developed a monoclonal antibody that may ’neutralize’ SARS-CoV-2

Mubadala exempts tenants from lease for three months

UAE- Mubasher: Mubadala Real Estate and Infrastructure (MREI) will exempt retail tenants at its Abu Dhabi mall, Galleria Al Maryah Island, from paying the monthly lease. The tenants will be provided with a rent-free exemption over three months …

Indore: Churches to raise Prayer of Hope on Day of Pentecost

Tipp’s camogie players to complete 1000km on foot or bike over five days to raise funds for hospice charities

 Tipperary’s Senior and Intermediate Camogie players will cover 1000km over the 5-day period May 28 to June 1 with a fun theme each day to raise much needed funds for three hospic...

Cash levels with fund managers globally highest since 9/11; most do not expect v-shaped recovery

In what can be interpreted as a sign of pessimism across global equity markets, a survey of fund managers across the globe, has shown that cash levels are at the highest level since the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

Lawmakers raise concerns over ‘distress withdrawal’ of EPFO funds

Most Opposition parties believe the withdrawals, about 10 times that in a similar time frame before lockdown, shows distress.Parties believe the matter of EPF withdrawals should be discussed when the standing committee meets

Mory Kanté obituary

Singer and songwriter whose 1980s hit Yéké Yéké was Africa’s first million-selling single

Israeli Scientists Develop Self-Disinfecting Reusable Protective Face Mask

A patent was submitted in the US on March 31 and the research group is discussing commercialization with industrial companies.

West Ham starlet destined for the top and to star in David Moyes Hammers revolution

Grady Diangana has been getting rave reviews this season on loan with former Hammers boss Slaven Bilic

Xero Partners With Transferwise To Help SMBs With Cash Flow

New Zealand cloud accounting startup Xero​, is collaborating with British payments startup Transferwise to offer a wider suite of financial tools for SMBs.

A ‘jet skis’ methodology can reinvigorate your middle-aged company

Launching small, independent innovation teams that are free to fail can lead to fast development of disruptive products and keep your company competitive.

Toronto Public Library rolls out curbside drop-off and pick-up

Toronto Public Library is starting a phased approach of resuming its services.

Intel i9-10900K Review: The Fastest Gaming CPU, The Highest Premium

Intel's marketing pitch for the i9-10900K is pretty simple. If you want the fastest gaming CPU on the market, this is the one to buy. And for all intents and purposes, the pitch is exactly on point. But for the more budget conscious among us, Intel's i9-10900K is a much harder sell....

72 per cent professionals wish to continue WFH, 80 per cent believe it will impact air quality: Survey

Another 85 per cent agreed that WFH saved substantial man hours by eliminating commute time. However, as cities reopen partially and news cycles report traffic congestion, how business will complete this transition remains to be observed.

India lockdown diary, Day 62: Akhilesh asks for free chyawanprash supply; Kolkata artisans hope for turnaround; and more

Here’s a curated list of some interesting stories from across the country on Day 62 of lockdown.

China's Top Diplomat: 'Globalization Needs to Be Solved with Globalization'

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged the world in remarks Sunday to "champion" global governance and globalization.

Spend Stack Adds Apple Card Import, Recurring Cost Tracking, Per-List Currencies, iPad Improvements, and More

I’m not normally a fan of finance apps. They tend to be more work than I want to bother with, and are often riddled with poor design choices that make them a pain to use. Not so Spend Stack, the finance-centered list app that I first wrote about last fall. Spend Stack looks and feels

Unique insight into development of the human brain: Model of the early embryonic brain

Stem cell researchers from the University of Copenhagen have designed a model of an early embryonic brain. The model will increase our understanding of how the human brain develops and can thereby accelerate ...

Stakes high for Collins in coronavirus relief standoff

Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine), who faces the toughest reelection campaign of her Senate career, is battling her own party over coronavirus relief funding for local and state governments hit hard by

'Unfolding calamity' - Saftu threatens strike if public servants are forced back to work under lockdown Level 3

Two of South Africa's trade union federations have raised concerns over government's announcement that public servants must go back to work when the country gears down to Level 3 of the lockdown from next week, with the South African Federation of Trade Unions threatening strike action.

Nintendo’s Ring Fit Adventure removed the toxicity from my workouts

I changed how I thought about fitness, which changed how I think about myself

OPINION | Government has wasted the goodwill of South Africans

The government expected quiet, unquestioning obedience from South Africans. Instead of trusting the public, being open and honest with them, the government has wasted goodwill and turned the public against it, writes Geordin Hill-Lewis.

To Prevent Problematic Inflation, We Need More Production. Which Means There’s Trouble Ahead.

Price inflation is so difficult to predict because there are so many moving parts: money supply, demand, money velocity, and supply of goods and services.

The Warehouse is selling Easter chocolate for just 1 cent

Time to get 100 Easter eggs for just $1.

Our universities need to change for an as yet unimagined future

South Africa needs to build national capacity for an economy that needs skills that are radical and complex. In order to facilitate this, we need to ‘decolumnise’ campuses from the grand colosseums to a vibrant, insightful, smart network of decentralised partners.

States pitch for maximum permissible use of Consolidated Sinking Find

Some States complain that despite easing of rules, the RBI has approved for smaller quantum of funds

Firewood Deliveries For Families In Need

More than 100 homes will be warmer this winter thanks to a new initiative to provide firewood to Hauraki Iwi in need.

Hybrid annuities: Something to consider when choosing your pension

The best news often follows the worst. But the best news may take some time to arrive. The worst news in financial markets often comes from unexpected events, such as the international 2008/10 meltdown as a result of the American sub-prime property crash. This has now been followed by the Covid-19 pandemic, which is expected to have a much larger and longer financial impact.

COVID-19: Over N10 billion approved for health intervention grants - CBN

Mr Okorafor said the applications covered two broad categories under the COVID-19 intervention programmes in the healthcare sector.

Donald Trump complains he gets 'no credit' for handling the coronavirus crisis even as he brags about getting 'great reviews' and the nation's death toll ticks toward 100,000

President Donald Trump touted 'great reviews' of his coronavirus response and claimed he got 'no credit' for it. His tweet came as U.S. deaths from the disease approached 100,000.

£150k boost for Mail Force as Sky TV boss helps PPE charity fund soar to £8.9million

Jeremy Darroch (pictured middle) has donated £50,000 of his own cash while £100,000 has come from the broadcaster.

PHOTOS: Hungry Zimbabweans queue for porridge in Chitungwiza

Thousands of Zimbabwe are flocking to a soup kitchen where a good Samaritan Samantha Murozoki is feeding the hungry people with porridge at her Chitungwiz...

Government allows private jets, charter flights on domestic routes

India Business News: The ultra rich can once again jet around the country in their luxury private or charter aircraft. The aviation ministry from Monday allowed domestic a

Todd Muller announces shape of next Government

National Party Leader Todd Muller has announced the line-up of the next Government.

Ombudsman awards theft victim £190K

A WOMAN received more than £190,000 from her insurance company following the theft of two rings – after she took the case to the Channel Islands Financial Ombudsman when her claim was rejected.

US tech execs have dumped $3.6 billion in company stock this month

Top execs from Facebook, General Electric, Cloudflare, and Activision all have sold small fortunes worth of stock this month.

Mexico's monthly trade deficit hits $3 billion due to virus

Exports in Mexico fall by more than 40% in April 2020, while imports are down 30%

Liberia, USAID Sign US$640M Grant Agreement

MONROVIA – The Government of Liberia and USAID, on Friday May 22, 2020, signed Six Hundred-forty million United States Dollars ($640M), Development Objective Grant Agreement (DOAG). The agreement is intended to foster self-Reliance by spurring private sector led economic expansion through a focus on catalyzing reforms and cultivating a healthy, productive and educated workforce. The […]

South Korea COVID-19 response methods more effective than lockdowns: Study

South Korea is a standout in the current battle against COVID-19, largely due to its widespread testing and contact tracing; however, key to its innovation is publicly disclosing detailed information on the individuals who test positive for COVID-19. These measures prove more effective at reducing deaths among than comprehensive stay-home orders, according to new research …

Brazil Toughens Rules to Avoid U.S.-Style Disruptions

Brazil, the biggest exporter of beef and chicken, is betting on a new set of safety standards to avoid the kind of mass processing disruptions that caused meat shortages and price spikes in America.

Drag Race Battle: C8 Corvette Vs. 900-HP Jeep Trackhawk

Why does something as ridiculously excessive as a 707-horsepower SUV exist? To take on supercars, of course...

VW Finds Another Way To Copy Tesla

Like Tesla, Volkswagen sees electric vehicles as the future of private mass transportation. Internal combus...

Long awaited Local government polls to hold on Saturday in Cross River

The long awaited Cross River State local governments’ election which was postponed due to the Coronavirus pandemic has now been rescheduled to 30th of May 2020.

How I furnished my entire investment apartment for less than $1000

My real estate agent had advised me that if my apartment was fully furnished – TV included – I could attract up to an extra $35 a week in rental income.

Microfinance lenders aim at repayment collection, restoring credit cycle amid rising stress

Microfinance leaders fear extended moratorium may increase stress and derail their robust credit discipline.

Classy Man Utd gesture as they take £130k financial hit by waiving fees owed from cash-strapped clubs

Commendable move from Red Devils...

NHC watching a new area of possible development off the FL East Coast this week

UPDATE 9 AM 5/26/2020No major changes Tuesday morning as an area of low pressure moves northeast over Central Florida headed toward the Atlantic. The National Hurricane Center is giving this a low chance of developing in the days ahead. Upper level winds, land interaction and dry air are still forecast to inhibit further development.

Developers could pay compensation after class actions from buyers allege GST was incorrectly charged

A Canberra developer has been ordered to pay a woman almost $30,000. This came after a class action where buyers alleged they were incorrectly charged GST.

Another Defender Set To Return To Pirates?

After spending the past season on loan with Chippa United, the Siya crew has learnt that young defender Sandile Mthethwa could be heading back to Pirates at the end of the current season.

States plead for cybersecurity funds as hacking threat surges

Cash-short state and local governments are pleading with Congress to send them funds to shore up their cybersecurity as hackers look to exploit the crisis by targeting overwhelmed government offices. 

Ideology, strategy key in securing our development - Museveni

The President was yesterday delivering a lecture to senior military officers at the Senior Staff and Command College, Kimaka in Jinja.

US 'Reopen' Movement Concerned About Liberty, Overwhelmingly Backs Trump - Report

A study - The Reopen Movement: Motivations and Pathways to Support - disputes claims by liberal critics that the intention of these individuals is reopening the economy...

Save $70 on a Nest WiFi bundle at Best Buy and the Google Store

Several retailers across the US, including Best Buy and Bed Bath and Beyond, have discounted Google's latest Nest WiFi router and access point bundle to $200.

VIDEO: Retail Merchants of Hawaii’s Tina Yamaki and business owner Victor Lim join the COVID-19 Care Conversation | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Tina Yamaki, president of the Retail Merchants of Hawaii, was today’s guest on the COVID-19 Care Conversation. She was joined by Victor Lim, McDonald’s franchise owner and former chair of Hawaii Restaurant Association.

Assam: Two held for beating vegetable vendor to death

Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has announced a one-time financial relief of Rs 2 lakh for Deka’s family.

Animal charity saves 25 dogs by flying them over to the UK

The pooches were found in shelters in Greece.

Venturing out in Lockdown? You may face difficulty in motor insurance claim

Although partial movement of people has been allowed in COVID-19 free areas, the lockdown has not been withdrawn completely yet.

Succession Planning: Along with businesses, even families need to adopt, adapt to secure interests

While most UHNI individuals or families recognize the need for succession planning, not many are disciplined about it. For most, succession planning is something one pays attention to only on nearing retirement.

Playing Gears Tactics on Ironman Was a Mistake

I thought I was in for a challenge. Instead I put my entire save file on the line because I didn’t pay attention to the fine print.

Dawn of Asian century puts pressure on EU to choose sides, says top diplomat

EU foreign affairs chief says end of US-led global system may have arrived and Europe needs robust strategy for China

Australia stalls on emissions target update as UN urges deeper cuts

Angus Taylor responds to question from Labor saying Australia is not due to update target until 2025

Welfare recipients facing five-month delays to exit cashless debit card scheme

Data shows that of the 859 application lodged since September, only 30 have been accepted

Bitcoin Hash Ribbons Indicate Post-Halving Miner Capitulation Has Begun

Hash ribbons, an indicator used to depict the health of Bitcoin miners powering the network, has just signaled capitulation for an unprecedented 4th time in thi

6-Year-Old Boy Discovers 3,500-Year-Old Tablet

The tablet depicts the scene of a man leading a captive. This is an important person, wearing a skirt, holding a captive man whose hands are tied behind his back.

Zelensky calls on Israel to complete ratification of FTA with Ukraine

The head of state noted that in the context of the coronavirus pandemic, support for bilateral trade is especially important for both countries.

COVID-19: House of Reps calls for schools to be fumigated before resumption

The House of Representatives has said all schools in Nigeria whether public or private are fumigated before they are reopened due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Eid movement restrictions reported in Al Quoz and Dubai Investment Park

Healthcare professional confirms circular, sources also report road closures

Lawyer asks court to declare NSIA illegal

An Abuja-based lawyer, Johnmary Jideobi, on Friday, filed a suit before the Federal High Court in Abuja, seeking the suspension of the Managing

Exclusive: Small Businesses Were Hung Out To Dry In A Deal That Saw Amazon Accept Massive Tax Subsidies

Amazon is nothing short of iconic. The etail behemoth owns nearly 50% of the e-commerce market share in the United States and not only acts as a platform for millions of vendors but sells products directly as well. Unfortunately, however, our sources tell us that over most of the last decade, Amazon's actions have inadvertently …

'Anti-Christian attitude developing in SA' - ACDP leader warns of possible illegal church gatherings

Some religious leaders are angry over President Cyril Ramaphosa’s refusal to accede to requests to allow small gatherings and say that, if forced, congregants will ignore the government and gather for praise and worship anyway.

WATCH | First look inside the CTICC as it gets converted into 850-bed field hospital

The Cape Town International Convention Centre's exhibition halls have been transformed into vast hospital wards.

Full Text: From the Group CEO of The Pinnacle Property Holdings Limited – Mr Edmund Chiyangwa

By Edmund Chiyangwa I write in response to numerous newspaper and social media hypes regarding the Farm Odar, Nyarungu Estate and Subdivision A of Stoneridge which have been turned into vilification of my father, the Chairman of the Pinnacle Group, Hon Dr. P Chiyangwa.

Quidd data breach exposes 4 million users, including youngsters 

Quidd, an online marketplace for trading stickers, cards, toys, and other collectibles, has suffered a data breach and the details of 4 millions users have been exposed.

DFG provides additional funding to support research projects affected by coronavirus pandemic

With immediate effect, the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG, German Research Foundation) is offering additional funding to support DFG-funded projects affected by the coronavirus pandemic and the resulting restrictions on public life.

ThomasLloyd, BioPower turn over mobile swabbing unit to Bacolod

Bacolod City received its second mobile swabbing unit as the city implements innovative efforts to provide safe and efficient COVID-19 testing in the region.

Republican says Flynn judge may have ‘conflict of interest’ after hiring personal attorney

A Republican congressman said he found it peculiar that the judge overseeing Michael Flynn’s case hired a prominent lawyer as an appeals court reviews his decision not to dismiss the case against President Trump’s former national security adviser immediately.

Premier League: Burnley boss Sean Dyche expects 'strange results' once fixtures resume post-lockdown

Premier League players will need time to find their feet once the top-flight season resumes and the uncertainty surrounding their fitness and mentality could lead to surprising results, Burnley manager Sean Dyche has said.

Contact made with Everton – Toffees presented signing opportunity as big boys turn away

AC Milan have been tentatively dangling Franck Kessie on the market for some time. Ahead of each window there’s claims of potential moves to the Premier League, and it will be no different this time. However, now instead of claiming there’s interest from English sides, TMW say the player is being offered around. It’s stated

Xiaomi clears its 4G smartphone lineup - focuses on 5G now - Gizchina.com

Presently, the smartphone industry is moving into the hub of the 5G era. No doubt, the development of 5G is not complete yet. In addition, ...

Ethics officer gives Colin Graves clean-chit after Manohar’s loan violation complaint

ICC Ethics Officer has given clean-chit to Colin Graves after thoroughly examining Shashank Manohar’s doubt of ECB trying to manipulate ICC election result. A BCCI official has further stated that it was malpractice played by the current ICC Chairman to remove a contender from the role.

DTI bares plan to increase tariffs on all imports by 5%

The Department of Trade and Industry on Monday disclosed a plan to increase the tariffs on all imports by 5 percent to raise additional revenues of P245 billion and help fund the government’s efforts to contain the pandemic.

NZD/USD is perched on a fragile branch, struggles to break higher

NZD/USD is trading at 0.6100, +.01% on the day as we head into the early Asian open. The pair has traded between a range of 0.6083 and 0.6108 on what

Tesla owner crashes head-on with tree, wishes Autopilot was on

Tesla’s Autopilot is one of the most advanced driver-assist systems in the market today; but beyond its convenience features, it is also designed to keep drivers safe. This was something that became evident for electric vehicle veteran and Model 3 owner Martin Grefte, who unfortunately ended up in a head-on collision with a tree last […]

Not Pink Pixelbook Go with Core i5 back in stock on Google Store

Announced in October, the "Not Pink" variant of the Pixelbook Go did not become available until mid-January. At that, supply was constrained...

Ndlozi invites derision for saying ‘lockdown was for the white community’

The EFF's former spokesperson has tried to sell the idea that white people are now happy to reopen the economy at the expense of 'disposable black workers'.

The Sioux man 'empowering' Standing Rock with solar power

Standing Rock Reservation, North Dakota - More than four years ago, the roads and rolling plains north of the Cannon Ball settlement on Standing Rock Reservation were strewn with tear gas, private security squadrons and thousands of environmentalists protesting a new oil pipeline. While life has settled down since then, change is very much afoot again.

Why cash can save the rural jobs scheme

India is set to spend over ₹1 tn on the world’s largest rural employment programme. Can it be made to work better?.Large work sites should be opened proactively in each panchayat without waiting for applications. Anyone who shows up should be allowed to work and payments should be in cash

‘An opportune time to invest in markets’

Clarity on economic recovery to unfold over 2 quarters: Reliance Securities CEO

DDS to focus on ‘local’ aspect in farming

Farmers prepare seeds and fertilizer themselves on the lines of Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan

Hard working Kolam tribe couple become land owners

The savings they made over a period of over 18 years helps them become independent farmers

Now, brokers cannot use PoA to transfer client shares

Equity brokers may no longer be able to misuse client shares lying in demat accounts. From June 1, SEBI has discontinued the use of Power of Attorney (PoA) between a client and broker in the equity ma

JAFL Litigation Funding Partners Limited (the Company) – Press Release And Investor Update

FeltexClaimants now have until Monday 13 July 2020 to complete Stage 2 funding. The decision of Justice Dobson dated 22 May 2020 (the decision) suggests at [86] a Stage 2 trial date of 27 October 2020 for a hearing of up to 6 weeks.

Jefferies’ 22 highest conviction U.S. stock picks

Daily roundup of research and analysis from The Globe and Mail’s market strategist Scott Barlow

Poignant video shows how NCT buses have continued through lockdown

"It's been a tough time for us all and your support means a lot."

Reckless Mount Hood Climbers Put Rescue Crews at Risk During Pandemic

Apparently a global pandemic isn’t enough danger for some people. Rescue crews had to save three people on Mount Hood this weekend, endangering their own health in the process.Portland Mountain Rescue said the first mission began late Friday night after a climber summited but got lost in whiteout conditions

Overfunding: Orders & Payments App Zapaygo Surpasses £250,000 Funding Target Through Latest Crowdcube Round

Zapaygo Investments, a UK-based ordering and payment mobile app, has not only secured its initial 250,000 funding target, but it is also now nearing £515,000 through its equity crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube. Founded in 2015, Zapaygo describes itself a smartphone application that allows users to pre-order & pre-pay for services, food, and beverage or goods to be delivered or collected. The mobile app can also be used for instant payments. "Zapaygo provides a menu of

Microsoft Remains An Interesting Dividend Growth Play

Microsoft's outlook is supported by growing demand for its productivity and cloud-computing offerings. Given its pristine balance sheet and high-quality cash fl

ASX 200 Index: Australian shares start out the week 1.5% higher

Australian shares have started the week on the front foot, despite the growing concerns over the US and Chinese relations. Instead, markets are gearin

Shareholders set agenda for new SEC management

SHAREHOLDERS in the nation’s capital market have placed the 10-year Capital Market Master Plan, CMMP, on the front b

New Data61 boss says businesses can turn COVID-19 to their advantage

The new boss at CSIRO's data science organisation says companies that keep investing smartly in R&D will emerge from COVID-19 stronger than more timid rivals.

Why markets don’t care about Hong Kong

Via the excellent Damien Boey at Credit suisse:

Singapore Airlines reinforces commitment to NZ during COVID-19 crisis

The airline is swapping passengers for cargo.

Strong fiscal measures needed

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das has made the first official acknowledgement from a high authority of an expected contraction of the GDP this financial year. Though predictions have been made of varying percentages of shrinkage of the GDP and even of zero growth, it is the first time that a negative growth has been forecast. The RBI governor did not give an estimate of it but noted that there is growing uncertainty in the economy and "an encircling gloom’’. He saw a likely rise of 3.7% in agricultural production as the only bright prospect.

Joe Wicks on weaning: Don't stress it, they all end up using a knife and folk eventually

WEANING your child can feel like a daunting prospect.

NI Screen offers opportunities for young Irish-speaking film-makers while Léargas goes on line at Ionad Uíbh Eachach

Algorithmic selling risk of your money

OVER my last 32 years, I have seen many a ‘latest fashion’ encourage investors to run toward emptying their bank accounts.

Coronavirus in Mira Bhayandar: BJP smells a scam in outsourcing garden staff amid lockdown

An employee who mortgaged his owner’s hotel gets bail

Economists See China Holding Stimulus in Check Amid Uncertainty

(Bloomberg) — Economists broke down China’s annual policy-document dump and concluded that Beijing is holding stimulus measures in reserve in case the global impact of the coronavirus pandemic worsens significantly.

FPJ Edit: RBI by itself cannot rev-up the economic engine

Smartphones: the perfect gateway into the trading world [Sponsored]

It used to be the preserve of the financial expert or city worker, but trading in stocks and shares has recently become accessible to...

DPIIT to seek nod for startup credit scheme, seed fund

Since the launch of the Startup India initiative on January 16, 2016, the DPIIT has recognised 28,979 startups as of March 1, 2020. Of these, 27,137 startups employed around 337,000 people.

Campari: Stock Is Too Expensive As Restaurants Remain Closed

First impact from COVID-19 could be seen in Q1 results, where profit halved compared with the same period last year. Further drop in sales and profit is expecte

Senior markets operative jumps ship to MST Financial

Gerard Satur's MST Financial has made another high-profile hire. 

When Bruce’s audacious plan flopped

In today’s world, where football has turned itself into a multi-billion dollar industry, it’s normal for Neymar to arrive at a Brazil training session in a chartered US$15 million helicopter.

Looming fiscal crisis and wisdom of Awolowo

Economic Statecraft by Obadiah Mailafia obmailafia@gmail.com In terms of financial wizardry and sheer genius in economic statecraft, the only master I bow to is the legendary sage, Chief Obafemi A...

Big Hit Entertainment officially becomes Pledis Entertainment's biggest shareholder

Big Hit Entertainment has officially acquired Pledis Entertainment.Despite denying reports that they had acquired Pledis…

‘Buhari’s Executive order 10, restructuring for the poor’

John Alechenu, Abuja A non-governmental organisation, Save the Poor Coalition, on Sunday described the Executive Order 10, 2020, recently signed by the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (r...

UNILAG centre seeks investment in housing

With housing taking a focal point in response to CoVID-19 pandemic, the Centre for Housing and Sustainable Development (CHSD), University of Lagos has advised the Federal Government to ensure investment in short-term housing.

Will The Pandemic Mean Less Age Discrimination For Boomers?

An anonymous reader quotes Psychology Today's "Boomer's 3.0" blog: More and more companies, especially those in the tech sector, are wisely concluding that the physical infrastructure constructed to put employees together in a building is largely inefficient if not unnecessary. Beyond the potential...

Intel and AMD shouldn’t panic yet, but this Chinese vendor has repacked a Xeon CPU

Will the US allow similar exotic products to surface in China or will there be a crackdown?

POLAIR to remain on the Gold Coast as relocation claims rejected

The State Government has reaffirmed the Police helicopter will remain based on the Gold Coast, following speculation of a move to Brisbane. Bonney MP Sam O’Connor pressured the Government to come…

Lifestyle and Wellbeing Quiz - Easy Swaps

Fuel your hunger for knowledge by taking this fun quiz.

UAE Exchange Centre starts refunding customers - but many still wait for their money

Many transactions had been delayed for two months as company seeks a way out

How AI is helping companies keep industrial workers safe amid coronavirus

Coronavirus impact: Using existing infrastructure in factories such CCTV cameras and employee ID chips, 'Industy.AI' has come up with new solutions to address social distancing concerns and smart  monitoring of employees on shop floors  

Global vaccines to get faster approval: Renu Swarup, Secretary, Department of Biotech

India is in discussions with global health agencies to start a solidarity trial for vaccines, on the lines of the drug trial that the WHO started for potential Covid-19 treatments, Renu Swarup told ET.

Big Pharma rejected vaccine prep efforts, watchdogs say

NGOs say industry’s rejection of a Commission-funded effort to speed vaccine approvals represents broader problems with the Innovative Medicines Initiative.

Masoom NGO steps in to facilitate virtual classes for night school students