Researchers use drones, machine learning to detect dangerous 'butterfly' landmines

Using advanced machine learning, drones could be used to detect dangerous 'butterfly' landmines in remote regions of post-conflict countries, according to research.

Jump In Mortgage Refinancing Leads To Record-Breaking Loan Volume For Lenders

Low mortgage interest rates continue to fuel a surge in refinance activity amid the coronavirus pandemic, resulting in record-breaking loan volume for lenders.

Four Simple Steps To A More Sustainable Professional Life

Having a full-time job can be insanely busy. Try throwing in a side hustle, fitness, family, friends, and extracurriculars… oh, and that thing called self-care.

Can General Electric Survive The COVID-19 Recession

General Electric’s stock (NYSE: GE) has lost over 45% of its value since the beginning of the year due to the outbreak of COVID-19. The commercial aviation industry is rattled, and GE, which manufactures aircraft engines, is no exception. Fading consumer demand, reduced discretionary spending...

How The 25-Year-Old Founder Of We’re Not Really Strangers Created A Global Movement From A Card Game And Instagram Feed

Whether you've seen the viral Instagram posts on the We’re Not Really Strangers feed or the red card game of the same name, founder Koreen Odiney's mission is the same: “To empower people to make meaningful connections.” Learn about the movement with 1.7 million Instagram followers.

Adult Children 101: Navigating Life And Finances With Aging Parents

You probably don’t know this, but May is Older Americans Month (and has been since 1963).

Leaning Into The Innovation Opportunity

In preparation for the next school year, school leaders need to be mindful of three innovation opportunities focusing on the success skills of thriving humans.

Dominant Alpha Humans Don't Garner Dogs' Respect and Trust

Free-ranging dogs form packs resembling wolf packs, but homed dogs and their humans don't establish these sorts of groups.

Securities Giant Leads $14 Million Investment To Bring Bitcoin To Institutions

SIX Group is not only leading the Series A, but plans to use the technology to give institutional investors in Switzerland access to regulated bitcoin investing.

Using Scale-Down, Scale-Up Approach to Trade Natural Gas

Commodities Analysis by ETF Daily News (Andy Hecht) covering: Natural Gas Futures, United States Natural Gas Fund, LP. Read ETF Daily News (Andy Hecht)'s latest article on Investing.com

EUR/USD Flat in Wild Trading as EU Proposes €750B Covid-19 Stimulus Package

EUR/USD Flat in Wild Trading as EU Proposes €750B Covid-19 Stimulus Package

Q&A: Designing the low-key, but highly engaging Wintermoor Tactics Club

It's turned out to be a bountiful spring for turn-based strategy game developers. While Firaxis Games and Splash Damgae have gone head to head with XCOM: Chimera Squad and Gears Tactics, the developers at EVC have released Wintermoor Tactics Club, a quieter, but no less fascinating experience.

After some high-profile opt outs, Nvidia GeForce Now swaps to an opt-in library

One of the big bullet points for Nvidia’s GeForce Now cloud-based game streaming service was the fact that it didn’t come with a platform specific library, and instead let its early users play games they already owned through the cloud. At the very beginning, this meant that any game a player owned through select digital storefronts, (initially Steam, Battle.net, Epic Games Store, and Uplay) would be playable on the service. That pitch is changing, a post-launch shift no doubt influenced by the fact that many major publishers like Activision Blizzard, 2K

Child dies as man hunts for milk at railway station

Child dies as man hunts for milk at railway station. The four-and-a-half-year-old son of Bihari migrants based in Delhi died at the railway station in Muzaffarpur on arrival by a 'Shramik Special' train, while his father desperately hunted for some milk he believed will save his child.

Wuhan wet market may not be birthplace of COVID-19: Chinese researchers

Wuhan wet market may not be birthplace of COVID-19: Chinese researchers. The results of the study, being published on the website of top academic journal Nature on May 20, implied the Huanan Seafood Market in Hubei's capital Wuhan may not be the birthplace of COVID-19, although the virus outbreak emerged in Wuhan had a strong link to contacts with the market.

COVID-19 here to stay till 2021: Health experts

COVID-19 here to stay till 2021: Health experts. Coronavirus is a '12-18 months' problem and the world is not going to be free of this till 2021, says Professor Ashish Jha.

Animal welfare: New food label proposed to 'guarantee transparency’ in pig breeding

A new animal welfare label has been developed in Italy to boost ‘clarity’ in pig husbandry for meat products.

Kemin’s algae-sourced beta glucan BetaVia gets novel foods nod: ‘An opportunity for innovative product developers’

US-based Kemin Industries has received a positive safety assessment from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) for its algae-sourced beta glucan ingredient, BetaVia. This unlocks the opportunity for ‘innovative product developers to be the first to communicate around the source’ and tap into surging interest in immunity, the group’s European marketing manager, Miguel Martinho, tells FoodNavigator.

Iceland cuts food waste 23% in two years as it commits to a 50% cut by 2030

A year after the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs in the UK called on businesses to ‘step up to the plate’ and drive forward plans to cut food waste, the supermarket Iceland has announced food waste reductions of almost 2,500 tonnes, a decrease of 23.2% over the last two years, in its first public food waste report.

Jimmy Fallon Apologizes for 'Terrible Decision' After 'SNL' Blackface Video Surfaces

"I am very sorry for making this unquestionably offensive decision and thank all of you for holding me accountable," said the 'Tonight Show' host.

With IPO, Warner Music Aims for Value Seen Rarely In the Music Biz

Until UMG follows suit, WMG will be investors’ only one-stop shop to invest in the streaming-boosted recorded music and publishing sectors.

Good Works: Tencent and Universal Team Up on Charity PPE Distribution

In early April, several days after Tencent Holdings closed its deal to buy a 10 percent stake in Universal Music Group along with a consortium of investors, Tencent Chief Strategy Officer James Mitchell called Universal Executive Vice President of Communications Will Tanous with an idea.

Guy Oseary Stepping Away From Day-to-Day Role at Maverick

Guy Oseary is stepping away from his day-to-day role at his management collective Maverick to consult for Live Nation CEO Michael Rapino and further concentrate on his tech and entertainment entrepreneurial interests.

AS U.S. Reopens, Employees in No Rush to Get Work, Beige Book Shows

AS U.S. Reopens, Employees in No Rush to Get Work, Beige Book Shows

Tanzania horticulture exports hurt by border closure

Most of the horticulture produce is exported through Kenya's international airport.

How China’s tensions could be good for Hong Kong’s stock exchange

Beijing’s planned imposition of a national security law has sparked renewed protests in the territory. But prospects for the HKEX are brighter than they might at first seem.

BREAKING: DSS Releases Detained Akwa Ibom Journalist After Public Outcry

Carter was arrested by the DSS on April 27, 2020 over a private phone conversation with an anonymous medical doctor, which the Akwa Ibom State Government alleged castigated the state’s Commissioner for Health, Dr Dominic Ukpong, over his poor handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Chen Amit of Tipalti: “To develop resilience look for ways to learn from difficult experiences”

Look for ways to learn from difficult experiences. When you face a challenge in your career or personal life, instead of shutting down or becoming defensive, look at the situation as a positive experience that will help you learn and grow. In this interview series, we are exploring the subject of resilience among successful business leaders. […]

Dana-Farber nurse-scientists receive more than $1.3 million for two research projects

Nurse-scientists from the Phyllis F. Cantor Center for Research in Nursing and Patient Care Services at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute received more than $1.3 million dollars in funding for two separate research projects.

Lockdown worth it, say four Duterte men

"Strict lockdown measures have succeeded in flattening the increase of COVID-19 cases."   Four cabinet members, Presidential Legal Counsel Sal Panelo, Finance Secretary Carlos Dominguez, Trade and Industry Secretary Ramon Lopez, and Labor Secretary Silvestro Bello, reacted to my May 13 column, “Now, it’s modified,” in which I said “the strictest lockdown in Asia has produced the worst wrong results.”

Bank of Canada urges stores to continue to accept cash

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, consumers had been increasingly using forms of cashless payment such as credit and debit cards, e-transfers and their smartphones to pay for products.

Irish community in Britain disproportionately affected by coronavirus, national body claims

THE Irish community across Britain has been disproportionately affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a national body representing its interests. Factors such as the ageing demographic of the Irish population – which has the oldest median age of any minority ethnic group in Britain – and the number of its members who work in the NHS or other frontline settings have seen the community “truly represented” on both sides of the coronavirus crisis, the head of the Irish in Britain (IIB) organisation told The Irish Post this week. Reflecting on 10 weeks of lockdown that has seen the many older people among the Irish population across Britain forced to self-isolate in order to shield themselves from the virus, IIB CEO Brian Dalton claims the community has many to mourn but also much to celebrate as we look to a future which will be unrecognisable for a community “defined by its impulse to come together”. “Our work at Irish in Britain has always advocated for reform to address the health inequalities within…

JK Cement (₹234.4): Buy

Investors with a short-term view can buy the stock of JK Cement at current levels.The stock took support ₹180 in early April this year and changed direction triggered by positive divergence on the dai

BEYOND LOCAL: E-mental health a 'young but promising field' gaining traction in COVID crisis

There are thousands of mobile phone applications to aid in mental health, but very few have been validated scientifically

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Latam Airlines seeks bankruptcy protection as travel slumps

BANGKOK, Thailand (AP) — Latam Airlines, South America's biggest carrier, sought US...

FIRE! 30 HOMELESS

A cry for help from a little girl alerted 16-year-old Jermaine Brown to the fact that a b...

OIGARA: KCB Group remains resilient even in the face of a difficult period

The crisis will perhaps accelerate investments in digital channels.

More spaces added to online cyber security courses after high demand

MORE young people, particularly girls, are being invited to take part in a new series of free, online cyber security courses.

Harland & Wolff joins forces with Navantia to form new defence challenger

HARLAND & Wolff has joined forces with Spanish shipyard and trusted NATO partner Navantia to form a unique shipbuilding collaboration which will bid for a range of contracts, including UK Ministry of Defence work.

Concern over political donation mystery

DURING the Troubles, and their aftermath, some of the Stormont parties maintained that fully disclosing all their financial donations would leave supporters open to the prospect of intimidation and worse.

Donal Lenihan: Around the world, rugby was never in greater need of progressive people

With no rugby action for the foreseeable future, I’m about to park my pen for the summer. With the professional game facing its biggest financial crisis since the decision to go open in August 1995, one wonders what the landscape will look like when I return to these pages in September.

Marlet secures €33m from AIB for south Dublin build-to-rent scheme

State-backed lender supports delivery of 142 units in Dundrum in midst of Covid-19 crisis

South William Street mixed-use investment seeks €2.6m

Sale of Dublin 2 restaurant and residential premises will test strength of market

The Kerryman working for a charity in Melbourne: 'It's a challenging time'

Q&A: Gavan Duffy works for Movember, a group raising awareness for men's health globally

Munster braced for worst of financial crisis due to Thomond Park debt

Province can’t pay off oustanding €6.9m loan from IRFU with no supporters at the match

Banks plan for arrears; retailers push to open; and watchdog counts Covid cost

Business Today: the best news, analysis and comment from The Irish Times business desk

Some South Coast towns are still on temporary networks, but funding has been allocated for upgrades and resilience

RFS control centres on the South Coast will be among the 2000 locations to receive satellite connection to Sky Muster under federal funding

Will It Ever Be Safe to Go Back to the Gym?

As some fitness centers reopen, public health experts cringe

BTP Appoints Paul Forrest as Inaugral Non-Exec Chairman

Blockchain Technology Partners (BTP) announced this Wednesday that it has appointed Paul Forrest as its inaugural non-executive chairman.

Tencent tests appetite for first dollar bond in more than a year

Wechat operator is offering a four-tranche deal.

HTC said to launch first 5G phone in July, Desire 20 Pro launch expected in June

HTC has been absent from the smartphone market launch-wise for more than two years now.

Torrent Pharma slips 6% on profit-booking; outlook remains a concern

Unlike peers, Torrent Pharma guided for a relatively moderate outlook across geographies, note analysts at Emkay Global Financial Services.

Xiaomi Smart Lock E achieves 1000% crowdfunding target in just 30 minutes

A few days ago, Xiaomi launched its new Smart Lock E for crowdfunding in China for a price of 899 yuan, which is roughly $126. While the company successfully completed the target, how it did is interesting. As per the report, the Xiaomi Smart Lock E managed to exceed the crowdfunding target by 1000 percent …

Bad actors exploit the sudden uptick in usage of Zoom, WebEx and Teams

External attacks on cloud accounts grow 630% from January to April, McAfee says

UAE markets open higher as trading resumes post-Eid

DFM investors cheer move to further resume economic activity in Dubai post-lockdown

Banks well-positioned to withstand COVID-19 hit as loan defaults expected to rise - Reserve Bank report

The latest Financial Stability Report uses 'stress tests' to assess bank resilience.

Banks approve 90% of applications to defer mortgage payments

Banks have approved about nine in 10 applications by property buyers to defer mortgage payments. They have also approved more than 90 per cent of applications submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to defer payments on secured loans. These...

Disrupted home renovations will get priority to resume: Lawrence Wong

Home owners whose renovation works were disrupted will be given priority to restart in phase one of the post-circuit breaker period, said Minister for National Development Lawrence Wong yesterday. The Government will consider allowing new home renovation projects to proceed...

$100 utilities credit for households with at least one Singaporean

All households with at least one Singaporean member will receive a one-off $100 sum to cover their utility bills. This sum, known as the Solidarity Utilities Credit, will be credited in their utilities bill in July or August and covers all property...

Fortitude Budget: More support for charities as help requests surge

He lost his entire income because of the pandemic, and found himself struggling to feed his family. The man in his 50s became desperate as his meagre savings dried up. He turned to Food from the Heart, a charity providing food. Its chief executive, Ms Sim Bee Hia,...

Jurong sees two more spots listed as places visited by people infected

The Health Ministry has named the wet market at Block 963 Jurong West Street 91 and FairPrice Xtra in Jurong Point as public places visited by people with Covid-19 for more than 30 minutes when they were infectious. It added these two spots to Jurong Point's FairPrice...

Over $500m to help digital transformation of companies

More than 32,000 people have been infected in Singapore, leaving 23 dead. The Covid-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc here and across the globe, and upended all economies. One irony, though, is that the pandemic has accelerated the drive for digital transformation among...

Thousands throng screening centre, UT arranges additional Shramik special train

Earlier only one train, with 1,600 passengers, was scheduled to depart from the city at 2 pm.

WARHORSE AIR FREIGHT INITIATIVE TAKES OFF

The nationwide project driven by a company independent of the freight forwarding industry to enable non-conflictive inclusivity and ethical trade has attracted support from businesses such as Bidvest International Logistics, CFR, BidAir and Savino Del Bene, and organisations including the South African Association of Freight Forwarders (SAAFF), B4SA and BUSA. It is facilitated through an all-inclusive shared-space air charter solution underpinned by a compliant and transparent administration process according to the CEO of tvg&associates (TVG) Teresita van Gaalen who says the next flight is scheduled for Friday 05 June “We have undertaken the project to help secure a number of all-important socio-economic factors in South Africa during the national State of Disaster. Collaboration between all parties is essential in the current circumstances and the intention is to ensure a stable and inclusive supply chain facilitated by a channel that offers the highest levels of impartiality, good governance and a seamless…

華納音樂宣布首次公開募股，市場估值達 133 億美元

旗下擁有紅髮艾德（Ed Sheeran）、Cardi B 和搖滾天團齊柏林飛船（Led Zeppelin）的華納音樂集團（Warner Music Group）26 日宣布，將首次公開募股（IPO），在串流媒體（Streaming）如日中天熱潮的推波助瀾下，市值預估將高達 133 億美元。 201...

Listed firms' dividends dip 1.9% in 2019

South Korean listed companies' dividend payouts slipped nearly 2 percent in 2019 from a year earlier amid a business slump, data showed Wednesday. Cash dividends paid out by 1,094 firms listed on the country's main and secondary stock markets totaled 22.6 trillion won ($18.3 billion) last year, down 1.9 percent from a year earlier, according to the data from the Korea Securities Depository. The number of dividend-p...

Mirae Asset fined for illegal internal trading, but avoids prosecutorial probe

South Korean financial giant Mirae Asset Group is likely to resume its drive to launch a mega-sized investment bank as authorities on Wednesday decided not to request a prosecutorial probe for conducting illegal intra-unit trading and instead chose to slap a light penalty. The nation’s antitrust watchdog Fair Trade Commission said it has imposed a fine of 4.39 billion won ($3.6 million) on financial conglomera...

Alaya F, Nushrat Bharucha & Radhika Madan Reveal How They’re Keeping Themselves Fit Amid Lockdown!

Bollywood actresses Alaya F, Nushrat Bharucha and Radhika Madan revealed their fitness secret amid lockdown. It’s known to all that even though the ban has been lifted from the grocery, electronics and medical shops, gyms will strictly remain shut in all parts of the country.

Reforms in a Covid era: World trade will rise again. Here’s how India can ready itself to take advantage

Covid-19 lull offers India an excellent window of opportunity to implement reforms that would help it maximise the benefit of reopening of export markets post-Covid-19. Indias factor markets – capital, labour and land – still remain major constraints on economic activity

Market Drayton 10k could return as 'virtual race'

The organisers of one of Shropshire's top running races is planning for the event's return once the coronavirus lockdown is lifted, and a 'virtual race' is one option.

Crafty Market Drayton veteran Clive raises more than £1,200 for NHS by making rainbow gifts

A blind veteran who has been making rainbow gifts at home to support the NHS has now raised more than £1,200.

Foreign direct investment dropped to $214.25m in Q1 – NBS

Nike Popoola Foreign Direct Investment into the country dropped to $214.25m in the first quarter of 2020 from $257.25m in the fourth quarter of 2019. The National Bureau of Statistics disclosed t...

How NSW released COVID data by postcode

NSW is using an innovative data privacy check to allow the quick release of daily local COVID-19 data without it being re-identified afterwards.

CoCo Bond Investors Face a Covid-19 Reckoning

The coronavirus pandemic is even starting to affect the highly specialized world of bank capital

Edgy Surry Hills offices hit the market

Developer Cornerstone is looking to sell the assets – at 10-14 Waterloo Street and No. 1 Lacey at 119 Kippax Street – in one line or separately, as it looks for new redevelopment and adaptive re-use projects.

Ex-Citi banker's alleged ties at issue in insider trading appeal

When prosecutors knew about possible links between a former Citigroup banker and a wealthy businessman will be one of the issues reviewed.

Regional pubs snapped up as industry prepares to reopen

The Post Office Hotel in Moree, the Royal Hotel in Condobolin, the Neath Hotel in the Hunter Valley and the Yenda Hotel in Griffith changed hands for a total of $22m.

Forex Today: Only a correction? Dollar trying to lick its wounds amid Sino-American tensions

Here is what you need to know on Wednesday, May 27: The market mood remains upbeat yet the dollar is attempting to recover after a significant drop on

Traffic free zone for Clifton Village sparks concern from businesses

Business leaders fear temporary plans to pedestrians parts of Clifton Village could become permanent - and damage trade

Daily Rupee call: Rupee might strengthen

The rupee (INR) opened today’s session largely unchangedat 75.67 versus Monday’s close of 75.66. As the domestic currency has been consolidating between 75.6 and 76, and is now trading near the resist

If plans fructify, NHPC will become world’s largest floating solar company

So big are its ambitions that if plans fructify, NHPC Ltd will become the world’s biggest floating solar power company and will hold the record for a very long time. The public sector power major prop

100 random questions to ask people to get to know them better

Here are 100 amazing ⭐RANDOM QUESTIONS TO ASK⭐people you are meeting for the first time or even friends & acquaintances in order to get to know them better.

EXCLUSIVE: AfDB 'whistleblower' allegations against me false -- Adesina

The president of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, told the bank's ethics committee that allegations of impropriety...

These International Stocks Are Extremely Undervalued - Part 2

This is the second part of the undervalued stock list - but the international version. We highlight some of the companies we view as the most undervalued in ter

Favourable Mix And Input Deflation Bolster Michelin Until An Aftermarket Recovery

Automotive is a rough industry in the COVID-19 environment due to its cyclical nature and ability for customers to defer auto purchases. However, tire sales mig

Don't Gamble In The Markets, Look At These 2 Blue Chip Healthcare Names Instead

Bristol-Myers Squibb and AbbVie offer rare clarity in today's market. Both names have reaffirmed 2020 guidance and are calling for strong growth. Both names are

More Than 450,000 Aussies Under 30 Have Hacked Into Their Super & JobKeeper Is Being Blamed

Kirstin Hunter, managing director of fund Future Super, says support measures don't go far enough.

Singapore fintech firm secures $17M to build out platform | ZDNet

Raking in $17 million in its latest fund raising, GoBear will be looking to build up a "full-fledged financial services platform" and tap an estimated base of 300 million in the region who remain underserved by existing market offerings.

Lobbyist register to be tightened after Monsanto case

The EU's joint-transparency register lists thousands of lobbyists and what they spend or earn trying to shape EU legislation. New and clearer rules set for launch at the end of the year may lead to more realistic figures.

Ola Electric acquires Netherland-based scooter-maker Etergo

While the company did not share the financial details of the deal, according to industry estimates, Etergo was valued at about $80-85 million last year

£10,000 grant to help to draw up regeneration vision for Staffordshire town

A council has successfully bid for £10,000 to research how to regenerate a Staffordshire town.

Radio appeal helps raise funds for Compton Care

A radio fundraising broadcast to help a city care service has shown the generous spirit of the public.

Teen creates plane replicas in bid to raise funds for Rotary club

A passion for planes has seen a young apprentice designer do his bit to help a charity.

Covid-19: Reopening may be gradual, segmented

Experts say measures need to be put in place to ensure no Covid-19 spike after opening economy.

Students use IT skills to help the NHS during pandemic

University students have been drafted in to help the NHS during the coronavirus pandemic.

Darvel group serving up food and friendship during lockdown

The Darvel Dinner ladies sprung into action before the pandemic took hold.

Pandemic kills off GSFM volatility fund

The Triple3 Volatility Advantage Fund established in 2014 by respected fund manager and former Goldman Sachs options trader Simon Ho has been wound up.

ASX edges lower, even as investors pump $18b into banks

The Australian sharemarket was unable to extend its 11-week high on Wednesday, despite a strong bid for the major banks by institutional investors.

Yuan slumps on Sino-US tensions

Friction between the world's two largest economies led to the yuan falling to its lowest level in nine months on Wednesday.

Very positive on Bharti Airtel, use dips to accumulate stock: Dipan Mehta

‘Telecom is one industry which is able to maintain its present earnings power

PBOC injects $16.8 billion via reverse repos, keeps rate unchanged

With no reverse repos maturing on Wednesday, the PBOC injected the funds into the market on the day.

Money Saving Expert advice can save thousands on your Council Tax

You can claim back huge refunds, reduce your payments or even cut Council Tax to zero

Pictures show life almost back to normal in the city where the pandemic began

Pictures of bustling night markets in Wuhan show life in the Chinese city starting to return to as it was before.

[Herald Interview] JANDI: Usurping KakaoTalk in Korea’s work communication

Toss Lab, the maker of innovative collaboration tool JANDI, has established itself at the top of South Korea’s growing work communication platform market. The fledgling company, in just six years, has managed to go head-on with not only domestic competitors such as Flow and Collabee but also global companies like Slack and Microsoft Teams. Ironically, however, these direct competitors offer far less of a ch...

Property values yet to feel full Covid impact - Hibernia Reit

Impact of rent collection levels to date has been modest

Algae Blooms Turn Antarctica’s Ice Green

Scientists predict that the organisms' presence will increase as global temperatures increase

Raising IC self-sufficiency increasingly difficult for China

US vendors remain dominant players in the global front-end semiconductor equipment market segment, which will be a critical factor blocking China's ambition of raising self-sufficiency for ICs, according to industry observers.

Know How To Do Mining With Mobile Apps?

You have probably heard of Bitcoin. Many people want to invest in Bitcoins and the first step they decide to take is to investigate how mining works to

Charles Schwab Acquires USAA’s Investment Management Assets

The Charles Schwab Corporation announced this Wednesday that it has completed the acquisition of the assets of USAA’s Investment Management Company.

Indore: New guidelines issued for operation of fruit and vegetable market

Lending a Hand: Pornhub Donating to 10 Charities to Mark 10 Million Followers on Instagram

The world's biggest porn site is also aiming to be the world's most generous one. Pornhub has cropped up since the start of the pandemic, donating to coronavirus...

Market focus shifting to non-work from home stocks: Manish Singh

‘Completely battered and oversold stock will see a recovery now

Steep US stock correlations show virus’s impact on markets

S&P 500 three-month realised correlation elevated despite VIX slump.

Demand for properties surges in Leeds, Newcastle, Portsmouth and Southampton as pent-up buyers return

Zoopla says demand from buyers was 20% higher in the week following the reopening of the housing market on 12 May, compared to the beginning of March.

Gyms

A federal court in California denied a fitness gym operator’s motion for a temporary restraining order in his suit against the state’s stay-at-home orders, finding they are “exacting” but also “temporary, rooted in science, and proportional to the threat” of Covid-19. 

COVID-19: Kuwait debates ecological impact of coronavirus

Coronavirus crisis results in cuts in harmful emissions

In the UK, Johnson reaps what he sowed

Johnson and Cummings have taken a battering ram to Britain’s bonds of social solidarity

Silent Hill finally gets a long-awaited revival – but it’s not what you think

New Silent Hill content is on the way, but it’s part of a DLC collaboration for Dead by Daylight.

Huawei is planning a luxury smartwatch to take down the Apple Watch

Forget the Huawei Watch GT, this is a high-end smartwatch could be a true rival to the Apple Watch

Over 300,000 migrant workers in Thai are jobless due to COVID-19 pandemic

More than 300,000 Myanmar migrant workers in Thailand are facing unemployment due to COVID-19 pandemic, said Htoo Chit, Executive Director of the Foundation for Education and Development based in Thailand during a webinar held at Yangon Journalism School about the challenges faced by migrant workers in Thailand in the time of COVID-19 pandemic outbreak.

Telangana HC asks govt to ramp up testing, submit report

"Not testing in large numbers is almost like inviting the Trojan horse. Why is the Telangana government under testing? Financial constraints cannot be cited as a reason as human lives are most important," the bench noted.

Maharashtra: Man offers vegetables for free to poor during lockdown

Some look at it with curious eyes, while others appreciate the gesture of the vendor to offer vegetables for free at a time when many people are facing financial difficulties due to the coronavirus-enforced lockdown.

Ismail Sabri orders private business owners to strictly follow MOH’s guidelines in sanitising premises

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — Private business owners carrying out sanitisation efforts at their premises before resuming operations must strictly adhere to guidelines issued by the Health Ministry in terms of the disinfectant and chemicals used, Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said today. Ismail Sabri...

In Delhi, only 8 Covid ICU beds vacant in 7 private hospitals

To add to its bed strength, the Delhi government recently asked 117 nursing homes and private hospitals to set aside 20% of their existing strength for Covid patients.

Lambs found on Telford housing estate

A pair of lost lambs were discovered in the early hours of this morning.

India will ruin its economy very quickly if it had severe lockdown: Swedish health expert to Rahul Gandhi

Professor Johan Giesecke of the Karolinska Institute, Sweden, on Wednesday claimed that India will ruin its economy very quickly if it had a severe lockdown.

Shropshire health boss: 'Community health services are backbone of NHS'

Steve Gregory is the executive director of nursing and operations at Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust. Here he discusses how the organisation has responded to the pressures of Covid-19 and the importance of remaining vigilant:

Reliance’s $7 billion rights rings in new trading venue in India

Reliances rights entitlement began trading on May 20 at 151.15 rupees.

Pawan Kalyan’s Vakeel Saab Shoot On Hold Until July; Read Deets Inside!

A recent report claims that the makers of Vakeel Saab are planning to resume the shoot only after July. It is said that the Power Star Pawan Kalyan might not join the team to resume the shoot in July. The actor is currently busy dubbing for Vakeel Saab.

Seafood industry braces up for post-COVID blue economies

THE Norwegian Seafood Council, NSC, has concluded plans to use the Nigeria’s seafood industry to reboot the economy and get its workforce up

China Crackdown on Hong Kong Threatens Global Order, EU Says

China’s efforts to tighten its grip on Hong Kong pose a threat to the rules-based international order, the European Union’s top diplomat said, calling on member states to respond with a “robust” message.

ASNE marks 10 years anniversary of capacity building

A capacity-building firm, Annual School Needs Expo, ASNE, marked 10 years anniversary, Monday, of adding value to the lives of thousands of people with capacity building.

Financial complaints watchdog inundated with calls linked to pandemic

Banking and finance companies were responsible for almost half of the 3000-plus complaints to the Australian Financial Complaints Authority, while almost 700 related to customers in financial difficulty.

Henderson raves about LFC fitness ahead of PL return: ‘fitter than before we went into lockdown’

Jurgen Klopp is going to have a fully fit squad to choose from going into the final nine games of the season – providing nobody gets injured when contact training is allowed… The likes …

US Conference Board Consumer Confidence: Dollar risk premium subsides as market panic fades

Confidence edged higher in May after six-year low in second sign of consumer stability while New Home Sales ticked higher April, belying predictions f

Brent price forecast revised up to $40/ barrel by end-2020 – Morgan Stanley

In its latest client report, Morgan Stanley raised its year-end Brent oil-price forecast, in anticipation of faster rebalancing in the oil market. Key

Cockpit voice recorder of crashed PIA plane yet to be found

Father of slain pilot says he trusts no probe body, only Imran Khan.

PM’s Corona Relief Fund crosses Rs4bn mark

Opposition wants parliamentary oversight of fund utililastion; Shahbaz calls for convening CCI meeting.

Gold Price Analysis: Pressed to critical support, break or bounce? – Confluence Detector

Gold has been dropping from the highs amid an upbeat market mood that turned unfavorable for the precious metal. Can it recover? XAU/USD is sitting at

Suzuki GSX-R125 (KTM RC125 Rival) Launched; Likely India-Bound

Suzuki GSX-R125 is powered by a 124 cc single-cylinder fuel-injected engine producing 14.8 bhp at 10,000 rpm and 11 Nm of peak torque

Building The Bubble: Demand For Trans-Tasman Travel Soaring

Research conducted in both New Zealand and Australia by leading market research agency Opinion Compare, shows the desire of both countries to travel to respective countries is surging. An online survey of nationally representative samples in both countries (n=522 in New Zealand, n=504 in Australia) showed high intention and desire for Trans-Tasman travel.

ICTU warns against 'cliff edge' removal of COVID-19 payments

The head of the Irish Congress of Trade Unions (ICTU) says income supports, such as COVID-19 pay...

US used car dealer charged with inflating price of N95 face masks

NEW YORK: A New Jersey used car dealer was criminally charged on Tuesday (May 26) with exploiting the coronavirus pandemic by trying to defraud ...

Supermarkets ease buying restrictions as excess workers drop off

As supermarkets grapple with balancing out panic-buying with an over-supply of slim margin inventory, sales markdowns will start to pop up on shelves.

Auto Trader to offer 25% discount as it starts trading from June 1

Auto Trader has said it will slash its prices in June as the Government allows car dealerships to open again.

Investing With Leverage - What You Need To Know

Leverage fluctuates on a day to day basis unless actively managed. Leveraged performance is path dependent. Doubling leverage does not double CAGR but it does d

FX Weekly: Calling For Chinese Help

The FANG+ stocks trade is getting crowded as the index is trading back to pre-COVID-19 highs. The recovery will take longer than governments expect due to socia

Air Canada seeks $1 billion

Air Canada is hoping to raise more than $1 billion in share and debt offerings to bolster its cash position amid the financial devastation of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Isle of Eigg and the possibilities of building a new economy

In 1997, the inhabitants of the tiny Hebridean Isle of Eigg finally succeeded in taking collective control of their island. Tensions had been running high for years: everything from the islanders' homes to their jobs to their electricity supply depended on the whims of the wealthy businessman who owned it. Sick of putting up with crumbling buildings while he took rich friends for picnics and jaunts in his Rolls Royce, they launched what today would be called a crowdfunder, and eventually raised enough money to buy him out.

APSPDCL MD promises to revise power bills

Many consumers in Anantapur had complained that their bills were inflated

Students likely to get credits for online courses

Bid to salvage academic year hit by COVID

Market Pulse on May 26th

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After Entering Virus-driven Recession with Biggest Drop, France GDP Set to Fall ‘Around 20%’ in 2nd Quarter

People walk in front of the Saint-Etienne church during the outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Mulhouse, France March … After Entering Virus-driven Recession with Biggest Drop, France GDP Set to Fall ‘Around 20%’ in 2nd Quarter Read More »

Former AG requests prosecution of alleged Oklahoma exporters of cockfighting birds

Former Oklahoma Attorney General Drew Edmondson has sent emails to federal and state prosecutors in eastern Oklahoma asking them to investigate allegations that game fowl breeders within their jurisdictions are among the leading exporters of roosters to Guam for the purpose of cockfighting. “The Eastern District is fraught with individuals who have been involved in the global trafficking and fighting of birds,” said Edmondson, who represents several animal rights groups. “It is a felony under state and federal law to buy, sell, deliver or own any bird with the intent that such bird shall engage in a cockfight, and that’s clearly what we’re seeing.

MLB owners sending latest plan to MLBPA that includes sliding pay scale for players

PHOENIX — Major League Baseball and the Major League Baseball Players Association began negotiations Tuesday afternoon for the first time on key economic issues in an attempt to open the season by the weekend of July 4. MLB owners had approved a plan earlier Tuesday and were presenting it to the union. The plan, three people with knowledge of the proposal told USA TODAY Sports, does not include the same 50-50 revenue-sharing split the owners agreed on two weeks ago that was never submitted to the union. The three spoke to USA TODAY Sports on the condition of anonymity since they were not authorized to speak publicly due to ongoing negotiations.

Commentary: What a lousy time to graduate, what an unfair handicap for graduating students

This year’s graduates are entering the worst economy since the Great Depression, says the Financial Times' Brooke Masters.

Ireland could see 'repeated lockdowns and wide financial distress' during three-year recession

The virus may see our national debt soar by 60%

Owners of land acquired for link road to New Chandigarh hold protest against administration

Over 50 farmers and their family members on Tuesday held a protest against the land acquisition policy of UT administration.

Realme X3 Super Zoom official: 7 key features of this flagship smartphone

Currently, the Realme X3 Super Zoom is available only in the European market and there are no words on whether the device will be made available in other markets or not. It is unlikely that the Realme X3 Super Zoom will head to the Indian market.

Govt drops plan of suspending banknotes’ varnishing

SBP gave propos­al on fear of machin­ery breakd­own during pandem­ic

Think tank mulls digital accounts

Discus­ses findin­gs of Financ­e and Bankin­g Commit­tee to improv­e liquid­ity, lendin­g

Share Market Update: Sensex ends 995 points higher, Nifty at 9,314; Axis Bank, ICICI Bank top gainers

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HaierTAB Tabot, a versatile Robot Vacuum/mop launched on Indiegogo

There tons of robot vacuum cleaners in the market presently but giving users good value for their money isn’t an attribute most of the products can boast of. Haier has launched a new vacuum cleaner/mop for crowdfunding on Indiegogo and it claims the product offers even more value than what it costs. The HiaerTAB Tabot …

Amazon SG headphone sale includes Sony's WH-1000XM3 and more of our favourites

Amazon Singapore has discounted a range of top-notch headphones, get in before the sale ends on May 31.

COVID-19 response: DIFC to gradually reopen businesses from Wednesday

Offices and retail outlets will operate with certain restrictions and health protocols

10 Stocks to Buy as They Ride a Coronavirus Tailwind

These names are either heavily discounted or are actually riding high on the outbreak.

Samut Sakhon gets ready for thousands of returning migrant workers

The Nation/ANN - Samut Sakhon province is bracing for the 5,400 migrant workers set to return from Myanmar next month by demanding that employers arrange facilities for their 14-day quarantine. Provincial governor Veerasak Vijitsaengsri said the authorities and the private sector are confident they can control the spread of Covid-19 among migrant workers, who will return to work next month.

Cyclone Amphan damages crop, vegetable prices shoot up

Cyclone Amphan has damaged vegetables across South Bengal. Farmers lost 80 to 90 per cent of crop as fields were flooded.

Farmers Market Calendar: May 2020 | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Many of Oahu’s farmers markets have closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, but some remain open, with restrictions in place to provide social distancing to protect vendors and shoppers. The situation is subject to change without notice. This list covers what’s open and what’s closed as of Tuesday. For the latest information on a specific market, call or check the websites listed. If you run a market, send updated information to Joleen Oshiro, joshiro@staradvertiser.com.

DBKL to keep up inspection of KL Wholesale Market to ensure compliance with Covid-19 mitigation measures

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) will continue to monitor the area around the walls of the Kuala Lumpur Wholesale Market to ensure that no foreigners use it to enter the market. In a statement issued today, DBKL said patrols and surveillance will be carried out to...

No quick return to bank share buybacks, says Jamie Dimon

The head of America’s largest bank predicted another big provision for loan losses in the second quarter.

[Monitor] Air transport hit hardest by pandemic

The production performance of many Korean companies was found to have deteriorated in the first quarter this year due to the global economic downturn and the impact of the pandemic, latest data showed Wednesday. Local corporate tracker CEOScore surveyed 127 companies, which submitted quarterly reports and disclosed their production capacity and performance, among the nation’s top 500 companies. According to...

Distressed real estate market beckons opportunistic buyers

Blackstone Group, Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors and other investment firms are sitting on roughly $US300 billion of equity ready for deployment in the US market.

No-touch new car buyers drive towards Let's Haggle

An online business backed by a Sydney investment banker is seeing some tentative signs of life in a new car market hit hard by COVID-19.

Checkout.com buys Perth-based Pin Payments

Another global online payments firm has entered Australia to challenge big bank relationships with retailers in the post COVID-19 economy.

Many different T cell receptors recognize SARS-CoV-2 antigenic sites

The global COVID-19 pandemic caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is spreading over the world. However, not much is known about how the adaptive immune response kicks in following the viral challenge. This knowledge is crucial to predicting the efficacy of a vaccine and estimating the chances of reinfection.

Researchers to study the ability of optical radiation to disinfect surfaces

Now and in the months to come, hospitals and commercial buildings will be tasked with sanitizing large indoor environments to prevent the transmission of viruses like SARS-CoV-2, which causes COVID-19.

You cannot escape it

Globalization is the connection of different parts of the world resulting in the expansion of international cultural, economic and political activities.

Efficacy of Financial Literacy Programmes

Financial institutions- markets-instruments- services are lifeblood of an economy. These perform significant role in developing society. Modern societies

500-bedded pediatric hospital at Bemina misses 3 deadlines in 6 years

After missing three consecutive deadlines in the past six years, the 500-bedded Pediatric hospital in Srinagar’s Bemina area is still awaiting its

Is import substitution affordable?

Even as the central government and financial regulators have dished out several relief and stimulus packages to keep the engine of economy running, the

Interest on loans: SC issues notice to Centre, RBI

The Supreme Court Tuesday asked the Centre and the RBI to respond to a plea challenging levy of interest on loans during the moratorium period, which has

The Escapist Is Airing A "Direct-Style" Indie Showcase On 11th June - Will Feature Over 70 Games

Exclusive reveals, developer diaries, and more

Scot traffic wardens swap issuing parking tickets for delivering vital coronavirus supplies

Rick and Nicola Stephens are delivering vital supplies such as food and medicine to at-risk households using their van.

IIT develop lighter, breathable PPE kit to fight COVID-19

The new PPE kit developed by IIT Delhi free of bacteria or virus penetration.Priced at ₹905 (including GST), the PPE overall would cost around ₹300 for one time given the option to reuse

Design Meets Function in Award-Winning 'EarFun Air' Wireless Earbuds

The new EarFun Air earned the CES 2020 Innovation Honoree designation. But more than that, it's also a solid audio device.

Liquidation of companies still the most likely outcome under IBC

January-March quarter of fiscal 2019-20 was quite fruitful for banks in terms of stressed asset resolution and recovery under IBC, with lenders realising 64% of their dues

De Blasio signs bill capping NYC restaurant delivery-app fees

Mayor Bill de Blasio signed several bills on Tuesday that could temporarily eat into the profits of food-ordering and delivery apps like Grubhub and UberEats.

Latest rate cut is adding to record corporate bond sales

Policy steps to channel more funds to smaller borrowers have struggled to gain traction.

Antrim: Super scores and saves of Saffron hurling decade

Antrim hurlers set the bar very high for the decade to come in 2010.

Coronavirus: Warning of second wave in north and 'more lives lost' despite no new Covid-19 deaths

NORTHERN Ireland has recorded no new Covid-19 deaths for the first time since the pandemic took hold - but health minister Robin Swann warned about a second wave and "more lives lost".

Nifty view and stock picks by HDFC Securities: Buy JK Cement, Dixon Tech

The stock of JK Cement has given bullish "Flag" pattern breakout on the daily charts

Nene Leakes Cheating Rumors Resurface With Vengeance: RHOA Star Allegedly Was ‘Kissing, Cuddling, Holding, And Sitting On His Lap’

Rumors of Nene Leakes having an extramarital affair has been going on for quite some time now. After a shocking report came out in March, fans of

Covid Impact: Over 4,400 jobs cut by 5 major Indian companies in 1 month

In total, five companies — Uber India and South Asia, Ola, Zomato, Swiggy and Cure.fit — have together announced the reduction of around 4,441 jobs in the last one month.

Home building down 1.6pc, with worse to come

Residential construction slowed to 1.6 per cent in the first three months of the year - the slowest rate of decline since March quarter last year - but economists expect GDP will still be negative for March.

Markets will clear the froth, warn value investing apostles

The closely watched GMO fund is starting to short global equities in the belief that the latest price surge is treacherous.

Inspectors find Glasgow's Barlinnie jail 'not fit for purpose'

Inspectors say urgent improvements must be made to Glasgow's Barlinnie jail, which is not due to be replaced until 2025

800 export consignments stranded at Lagos ports

ABOUT 800 export consignments have been stranded for weeks at the various export terminals in Lagos ports. Though the cause of the developmen

ASX 200 Index holds at a 50% mean reversion, Hong Kong risks loom

Australian shares are struggling to extend the prior day's gain as the world gets back to the elephant in the room which is Hong Kong and US/Sino trad

Study uncovers how protein inhibits the development of tumors in mice

Proteins are found throughout our cells and regulate a lot of biological processes that are important forour survival.

Sensex, Nifty Nifty Likely To Open Flat

At 8:04 am, the SGX Nifty futures were down 13.50 points - or 0.15 per cent - at 9,034.50, ahead of the opening of Indian markets.

Maxim turns to controversial cover model contest during financial struggles

Financially struggling Maxim is once again turning to a controversial cover-model contest to help it through the uncertain economic times, Media Ink has learned. Maxim unveiled its latest such contest

Warren Buffett June Update: 46 Equities Show 10 To Buy And Hold Now

This Buffett list from Dogs of The Dow first appeared 5/20/20 online. YCharts also tracks this Buffett/Berkshire Batch. Here is your update as of 5/22/20. 30 of

Florida revenues fall by nearly $900 million amid pandemic

The state of Florida might have lost nearly $900 million in tax revenues in April, as the coronavirus pandemic siphoned away tourist dollars and other revenues from the state’s coffers.

From Wall Street to Bethlehem, iconic sites reopen from virus

International Business News: Iconic world sites from the New York Stock Exchange to the Church of the Nativity reopened their doors on Tuesday from the coronavirus pandemic, but n

MGNREGA Can’t Be The Modi Govt’s Only Answer To Migrant Jobs Crisis. An Economist Explains Why

Farzana Afridi of the Indian Statistical Institute on how the government should provide jobs to the migrants who have returned home.

Group of 20 finance projects give $77 billion a year to fossil fuels

The analysis showed that China, Japan, Canada and South Korea were the worst offenders.

A family surprises Iredell County first responders with a gift for saving relatives

First responders help those in trouble.They get called to a scene, handle that call, and then it’s off to the next one. Rarely do those calls come full circle. Rarely do rescuers get to know how things ultimately turn out.

Survey looks at binge-drinking, financial anxiety during COVID

TORONTO - A recent survey of about 1,000 Canadians suggests heavy drinking is highest among younger people and those worried about personal finances due to

ASX bath of blood drains into bank rip

The Australian dollar is pulling back a little from the overnight surge:

Scomoprime brims over

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Toronto Star owner Torstar to be sold, taken private in deal worth $51-million

The move comes as the country’s top media executives meet with the federal government in Ottawa to discuss the industry’s plight

Sailing barley ships show limits of Chinese power

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Samsung Launches Exynos 880 SoC For The Mid-Range Smartphone Market

Samsung recently launched the Exynos 880 SoC, a mobile chipset the brand has designed for the mid-range market. More importantly, it's also a chipset that

'Brand New Zealand' needs to be more than an empty slogan

It makes sense to focus on our unique selling points as a country during the post-Covid rebuild. But we also have to live the values we market to the world, writes Jessica Desmond. Earlier this week 'future of food' expert Rosie Bosworth wrote that to turbo-boost our Covid recovery, New Zealand s

World Continues To Reel Under Relentless COVID-19 Attack As Overall Cases Top 5.4 Million, Death Toll Over 3.4 Lakhs: WHO

According to the WHO, the global case tally currently is reported at 5,404,512, a stupendous rise by 99,780 over the past day. The death count worldwide stands at 343,51, a major surge by 1,486.

Honor Magic Earbuds offer hybrid ANC and it’s going for less than RM400

Honor has also introduced the Magic Earbuds, its first hybrid active noise cancellation headphones for the Malaysian market. It is officially priced at RM499 but you can get it with an introductory price of RM399.

Hong Kong’s HKT Financial Services, the Fintech Arm of HKT Group, Introduces Digital Financing Platform

Hong Kong-based HKT Financial Services, the Fintech division of the HKT Group, has launched another Fintech project, HKT Flexi, a digital or online financing platform that allows users to make payments via the HKT Flexi App. HKT Financial Services offers mobile payments, merchant services, O2O solutions, insurance packages under the Tap & Go, HKT Merchant Services and HKT Care. HKT Financial Services is a key part of HKT Group’s digital ecosystem, which provides an integrated

Ingraham: 'No good reason' to keep lockdowns in place except to hamstring economy ahead of election

Laura Ingraham opened Tuesday's "Ingraham Angle" by slamming Democrats, particularly proponents of coronavirus lockdowns, as Americans begin to benefit from the slow reopening of the country's economy.

Virus Lockdown Put India Animal Spirits To Sleep, Signals Data

The Reserve Bank of India expects contraction in the current fiscal year India’s economy was pushed into a state of … Virus Lockdown Put India Animal Spirits To Sleep, Signals Data Read More »

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The “Future Is Bright” for Qatar’s Fintech Firms that can Survive COVID-19 and Partner with Incumbents, According to Financial Services Professional

The "future is bright" for Qatar's Fintechs that can survive COVID-19 & partner w/ incumbents, according to financial services professional.

Riskier European companies draw €32bn from bank credit lines

Matalan, Travelodge and Heathrow airport are among the subinvestment grade companies to tap loan facilities

How is Mumbai, COVID-19 hotbed, handling the crisis?

Notably, Mumbai, the financial capital of the country, has become the hotbed of the coronavirus spread in the state where the number of cases is nearing the 33,000-mark while the death toll has crossed the 1,000-mark as well.

Train firm to use disinfectant which 'will kill coronavirus on surfaces for 30 days'

Staff are using electrostatic spray guns – which were used at the NHS Nightingale hospitals – to applying the disinfectant

Credit risk funds are still relevant, says Mahendra Jajoo, CIO – debt, Mirae Asset

Many investors are having second thoughts about their investments in debt mutual funds. Most advisors are asking investors to stay away from most debt mutual fund categories, expect for overnight and liquid funds.

Banks' lending rates further drop in April on aid package

Lending rates on fresh loans extended by banks in South Korea dropped sharply from a month earlier in April, central bank data showed Wednesday, apparently due to stimulus measures that supplied massive funds to businesses hit by the new coronavirus outbreak. The average interest rate on fresh bank loans came to 2.8 percent in the month, down 11 basis points from 2.91 percent the previous month, according to prelimi...

Banks move to avert fresh arrears crisis

The initiative is aimed at avoiding a cliff-edge effect at the end of September

Scientists devise a way to determine the viability of predicted 2D materials

An international team of researchers from Russia, Sweden and South Korea has proposed a new way to test the structural stability of predicted 2D materials. The testing revealed a number of materials erroneously proposed earlier. The scholars believe that the use of the new method will further help to avoid mistakes in the development of two-dimensional nanomaterials that are in high demand in the modern world. The results were published in the international journal Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics.

Follow-up treatments after opioid overdose rare among insured patients

The majority of commercially insured patients who visited the emergency department (ED) for an opioid overdose didn't receive the timely follow-up care known to help prevent a future overdose or death. Of nearly 6,500 patients treated in EDs nationwide for an overdose or other opioid-related medical complications, only 16 percent accessed opioid use disorder (OUD) medications or another form of treatment within three months of the ED visit

COVID-19 vaccine development: New guidelines for ethical approach to infecting trial volunteers

Allowing consenting volunteers to be deliberately infected with COVID-19 for the purposes of developing a vaccine could be done ethically and potentially speed up its development, a University of Warwick researcher has argued in new research.

China’s president calls for long-term perspective to deal with economic challenges

China’s president calls for long-term perspective to deal with economic challenges

PKU-led team found effective SARS-CoV-2 neutralizing antibodies

A joint research team led by Sunney Xie, Director of Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Genomics (ICG) at Peking University (PKU) has identified multiple highly potent neutralizing antibodies against the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, the causative virus of the respiratory disease COVID-19.

PVR, Inox Leisure stocks hit by uncertainty as coronavirus brings business to halt

With looming uncertainty over businesses, investors are watching the stock movement sitting on boundaries. Since March 24, when PM Modi announced lockdown,  Inox stock has lost 17.77% and PVR share price is down 39.20%

Solar & Wind Energy Sites Mapped Globally

I read story after story of emerging renewable energy plants, so it was surprising to find out that there had been little mapped information on where all of the wind and solar power infrastructure lived — until now. The big map picture was absent until lead researcher and PhD student Sebastian Dunnett in Biological Sciences at

PPE kits not covered under insurance, yet cost 50% of COVID-19 treatment

Jayan Mathews, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer at healthcare financing platform Vital, expects the stakeholders to reach an agreement soon

Survey: Hanover bars and taverns doing well

WESTERN BUREAU: MASHARIO BISSASOR, the Social Development Commission’s (SDC) parish manager for Hanover, says that based on the ongoing survey being undertaken in the parish, the bars and taverns have been meeting the standard outlined to combat...

Second Wasteland 3 developer diary focuses on the world, story and characters

inXile has released the second developer diary for Wasteland 3, focusing on the game's world, story and characters.

The corner of Minnesota that’s there by mistake

Northwest Angle is a wedge of the US marooned in a lake and reached via Canada – remote and raw, with pleasures hard-won

Seth Rollins teases possibility of recruiting someone "very close" to him to his stable

Seth Rollins had a very interesting answer when asked if he'd want to add more members to his faction.

Vietnamese businesses ‘swim against the stream’ to seek profit - VietNamNet

While many businesses have had to take big losses because of Covid-19, other businesses have reported profits with 2-digit growth rates.

Impact Wrestling News: Former NXT Superstar Officially Returns To Company

Deonna Purrazzo is back on Impact Wrestling, slightly more than a month after she was among the dozens of wrestlers released by WWE due to coronavirus-related financial concerns. The former NXT ...

Global operators push 5G Extended Reality

A group of fifteen global operators backed a push from Qualcomm to bring 5G-enabled VR ...

Coronavirus: Indian family in Sharjah runs out of money as breadwinner is stranded overseas

Housewife struggles with unpaid bills after hubby leaves credit cards in office locker

An Expert Explains: What can go wrong with styrene?

On May 7, a leak of styrene gas in Visakhapatnam left 11 dead and affected thousands. A leading scientist discusses the compound, health implications, and possible causes for the leak, based on what is known.

June's SLAS Technology highlights papers authored by SLAS2019 Ignite award winner

The June issue of SLAS Technology features two related research papers authored by Georges Muller, Ph.D., (SEED Biosciences, Switzerland) the SLAS2019 Ignite Award winner and a top ten 2020 SLAS Innovation Award finalist.

Qatar turns the LNG screw

More excellent news for Australian energy prices. Qatar is flooding the global market, at the AFR:

Public hearing to be continued

West Kelowna's first attempt at a public hearing in three months will go into overtime.

Concept of Transferrable College Credits

Education News: Isha is a bright student in first year B.Sc. at the Dehradun University. Her father is in a bank and gets transferred to Mumbai. Isha wants to reloca

2 Russian fighter jets buzz US spy plane over Mediterranean

Two Russian fighter jets “flew in an unsafe and unprofessional manner” while intercepting a U.S. spy plane on Tuesday over the Mediterranean Sea on Tuesday, the U.S. Navy said in a statement.

Nobel Prize winner: Coronavirus lockdowns cost lives instead of saving them

Coronavirus lockdowns may have cost more lives than they saved, according to a Nobel laureate who accurately predicted when China would peak in the crisis.

60% Women Feel Schools Lack Adequate Menstrual Hygiene Facilities: Survey

Schools in India must develop better awareness and infrastructure for periods, shows 5th Annual Everteen Menstrual Hygiene Survey

Cancelled Hopes

As orders are scrapped, supply chain is disrupted and global demand slumps, Indian exporters struggle to remain in business

Covid-proof Equity MF

The disruption across sectors demands a review of your equity mutual fund schemes

Debt Funds: No Safety Tag

From the NBFC liquidity crisis in 2018 to collapse of six Franklin Templeton schemes, debt funds are no longer considered safe

DBSA seeks loans to plug funding gap

Potential lenders include the African Development Bank, the New Development Bank and Agence Francaise de Developpement.

Food in a Tinderbox

The restaurant industry is close to irreparable damage. Can it be saved?

"Innovation Should Be Given a Boost Through Tax Incentives"

In the middle of the current pandemic, India has emerged as a credible supplier of essential medicines

Money Matters

Managing your money can be tricky. Send your queries, and personal finance experts will help you resolve any issue

In a Tight Corner

States finally have headroom to borrow more from the market. But there's a cost to it

Rahul Gandhi speaks to public healthcare experts on Covid-19 crisis

Congress chief spokesperson Randeep Surjewala said the conversation will be aired through the Congress social media channels

Save On ends pandemic pay

The union representing workers at Save-On-Foods is asking the chain to extend the pandemic premium for employees.

Birla Tyres, Alok Ind: 41 penny stocks zoom over 100% from March lows

Among the noticeable names, Alok Industries, Birla Tyres, Opto Circuits, Andhra Cements, and Morepen Laboratories are some of the 41 counters that have rallied over 100% in the past two months

Lab tester ALS eyes long-term COVID-19 test demand to drive growth

The $3 billion laboratory testing firm sees a "likely prolonged" impact from COVID-19 globally, and has stepped up work on surface testing products, which it sees in high demand as companies adjust to the new normal of the pandemic.

5 tips to extend the battery life of your Android phone

We are sharing some tips to help you improve the battery life of your Android phone.

Realme’s first Smart TV is an affordable Android TV, priced from RM750

We’ve already seen mobile device makers branching out to Smart TVs before—a notable example that springs to mind is OnePlus‘ interesting Smart TV that comes with motorised components. Now, affordable smartphone specialists, Realme has announced its first Smart TV model.

Morrison is chasing votes at the expense of exports

We are a proud middle power. But it does us no good to bash our Chinese customer for political advantage.

A Tech Billionaire May Find Use in a Cold War

Mukesh Ambani may have found the perfect time to pitch Jio to American investors, as U.S.-China tensions rise.

Stocks Have a Psychologically Important Day

Passing key landmarks on the S&P 500 may have caused traders to reconsider why they have pushed the market so far.

Rebooting Uganda’s economy post COVID-19

Private sector present various stimulus packages to government on how kick-start business activities back to normal growth curve Kampala, Uganda | ISAAC KHISA | Life is slowly returning to normalcy in Uganda’s towns save for those that lie on the borders with neighbouring countries. Shops and restaurants are back to business albeit observing social distance …

Financial planning ― How an entrepreneur can provide for her various objectives

Creating an optimum emergency reserve, goal-based investing, and adequate insurance cover are important

‘I have a lot of confidence in the long-term growth of the Indian car market’: Skoda Auto’s Zac Hollis

Skoda Auto India’s ‘India 2.0 project’ remains on track, investments won’t change, said Skoda Auto India’s Brand Director

Informa Teams With NuOrder to Digitalize Trade Show Experience

The trade show operator and e-commerce platform will work to bring brands and retailers together.

Lacoste Appoints Robert Aldrich as North American CEO, Pedro Zannoni as Latin American CEO

Pedro Zannoni has been tapped as Latin America region ceo.

Enagás: COVID-Resistant Regulated Utility But Spanish Exposure Is Sub-Optimal

Enagás is a regulated Spanish utility for transmission of gas and gas storage. It has several interesting investments in affiliates, diversifying its income acr

Council pulls funding for GC Show, won’t back December event

There was funding obviously allocated for this year and we had a funding agreement through to 2022, but of course this year with the uncertainty we are not going to be able to support the show for…

India Operationalises Fully Loaded Tejas Squadron to Counter Assertive Enemy in Indian Ocean Region

New Delhi (Sputnik): With the rise in presence of Chinese navy in the Indian Ocean Region, India has been developing its southern air base as most modern base, equipped...

Claire Foy and Matt Smith to perform socially-distanced play in empty theatre

They will reprise their roles in Lungs for an audience watching at home.

Claire Foy and Matt Smith to perform socially-distanced play in empty theatre

They will reprise their roles in Lungs for an audience watching at home.

Claire Foy and Matt Smith to perform socially-distanced play in empty theatre

They will reprise their roles in Lungs for an audience watching at home.

Claire Foy and Matt Smith to perform socially-distanced play in empty theatre

Claire Foy and Matt Smith will star in a socially-distanced play on stage in an empty Old Vic theatre.

Supermarkets see fastest sales jump in 26 years with online orders soaring

Kantar found that sales jumped 14.3% in the 12 weeks to May 17 in grocers, including the period of lockdown when restaurants, bars and pubs shut.

Supermarkets see fastest sales jump in 26 years with online orders soaring

Kantar found that sales jumped 14.3% in the 12 weeks to May 17 in grocers, including the period of lockdown when restaurants, bars and pubs shut.

Supermarkets see fastest sales jump in 26 years with online orders soaring

Kantar found that sales jumped 14.3% in the 12 weeks to May 17 in grocers, including the period of lockdown when restaurants, bars and pubs shut.

Patches to Measure Temperature for COVID-19 Developed

A group of tech companies is working on a patch about the size of small bandage that could be worn to monitor for the elevated body temperatures that can sometimes signal the onset of COVID

Patches to Measure Temperature for COVID-19 Developed

A group of tech companies is working on a patch about the size of small bandage that could be worn to monitor for the elevated body temperatures that can sometimes signal the onset of COVID

Tech companies target temperature-monitoring patches for COVID-19

Could be worn to monitor for elevated body temperatures.

Tech companies target temperature-monitoring patches for Covid-19

Patch is about the size of small bandag­e and powere­d by a specia­lly design­ed microc­hip

On this day: Nasser Hussain calls time on his playing career

Batsman captained England into a new era.

On this day: Nasser Hussain calls time on his playing career

Batsman captained England into a new era.

On this day: Nasser Hussain calls time on his playing career

Batsman captained England into a new era.

Google to reopen offices from July 6, will give employees working from home Rs 75K allowance

The tech giant will reopen at 10% of their capacity, and is targetting 30% in its offices by September.

Google to reopen offices from July 6, gives workers $1,000 each

Google has set July 6 the date for its employees to return to office in a gradual, phased manner and has announced to give $1,000

Covid-19: Google to reopen offices in July for limited number of employees

The company will also be giving $1,000 stipend for home office equipment to make remote work easier

Google May Reopen Some Of Its Offices Starting July 6

Google is looking to start bringing some of its employees back to work physically, as it plans to reopen some of its offices starting July 6. What's more

Google to reopen offices from July 6, gives workers $1,000 each

Google's original plan was to keep work from home policy until June 1

Google to start reopening offices, sees 30% capacity by September

Alphabet Inc's Google said on Tuesday it would reopen buildings in more cities at roughly 10% of their capacity beginning July 6 and scale it up to 30% in September, if conditions permit. Google and

Google To Start Reopening Offices, Targets 30 Per Cent Capacity In September

Google had allowed their employees to work from home in early March. Alphabet Inc’s Google said on Tuesday it would … Google To Start Reopening Offices, Targets 30 Per Cent Capacity In September Read More »

Google to start reopening offices, sees 30per cent capacity by September

Alphabet Inc's Google said on Tuesday it would start to reopen buildings in more cities beginning July 6 and scale up to 30per cent in September.

Google will begin reopening its offices starting July 6 with limited capacity

Google will begin reopening its offices starting July 6 with limited capacity, Alphabet and Google CEO Sundar Pichai said on Tuesday.Pichai, in an official blog post, said that the tech giant will beg

Google Provides $1,000 USD Allowance to Employees Working From Home

To put towards computers and office furniture.

Google to start reopening offices, targets 30per cent capacity in September

Alphabet Inc's Google said on Tuesday it would reopen buildings in more cities at roughly 10per cent of their capacity beginning July 6 and scale ...

Who Wins And Who Loses In The Office Of The Future?

Office space may be less in demand. Likely a hybrid workspace will develop. Some employees will work from home, others in the office. There will be team meetings in physical space, certainly, but lots of team collaboration will be done virtually.

When returning to work means staying local

As businesses reopen and get their staff back into the workplace, some employees and firms are deciding to switch the city for the suburbs.

10 Tips for Working from Home

Working from Home can be hard at first. It doesn’t have to be. 1. Have an official “work space.” Not all of us can have a formal office, but that doesn’t mean we can’t have a small dedicated “space” to our work area. When I first started working from home in the past, I worked […]

Companies like NAB and Westpac confirm hot desking is out as they begin returning employees to the office

The finance sector has rolled out measures for workers as they gradually return to the office.

What's Coming To Disney+ In June 2020

It looks like June is going to be pretty light month in terms of new Disney+ content. The streaming service has released its list of upcoming programming for the month and it’s pretty short, but there are still a few things worth getting excited about....

What's Next for Global Citizen's COVID-19 Efforts After Success of 'One World'?

One World is hardly the final word from Global Citizen regarding COVID-19 relief.

Rapid coronavirus test closer to market thanks to industry partnership

The portable testing device can carry out six highly accurate tests every 30 minutes, and quickly determine if someone has Covid-19.

Rapid coronavirus test closer to market thanks to industry partnership

The portable testing device can carry out six highly accurate tests every 30 minutes, and quickly determine if someone has Covid-19.

Rapid coronavirus test closer to market thanks to industry partnership

The portable testing device can carry out six highly accurate tests every 30 minutes, and quickly determine if someone has Covid-19.

'Disturbing' long-term care home report doesn't come as surprise to families

Simon Nisbet is convinced that if he hadn't moved his mother out of her long-term care home, she would never have left alive.He said daily visits to her win

'Disturbing' long-term care home report doesn't come as surprise to families

Simon Nisbet is convinced that if he hadn't moved his mother out of her long-term care home, she would never have left alive.

'Disturbing' long-term care home report doesn't come as surprise to families

Simon Nisbet is convinced that if he hadn't moved his mother out of her long-term care home, she would never have left alive. He said daily visits to her window at Orchard Villa in Pickering, Ont.

Woot is blowing out these essential Anker charging and audio accessories

Well-reviewed Anker accessories are on sale at Woot today including must-haves like chargers, cables, Bluetooth speakers, wireless headphones, and much more. Grab 'em before it all sells out.

Woot is blowing out these essential Anker charging and audio accessories

Well-reviewed Anker accessories are on sale at Woot today including must-haves like chargers, cables, Bluetooth speakers, wireless headphones, and much more. Grab 'em before it all sells out.

Woot is blowing out these essential Anker charging and audio accessories while supplies last

Well-reviewed Anker accessories are on sale at Woot today including must-haves like chargers, cables, Bluetooth speakers, wireless headphones, and much more. Grab 'em before it all sells out.

Football rumours from the media

Xherdan Shaqiri and Willian could be on the move.

Football rumours from the media

Xherdan Shaqiri and Willian could be on the move.

Wednesday's papers: Willian, Xherdan Shaqiri, Joao Palhinha

Xherdan Shaqiri and Willian could be on the move.

Tuesday's papers: Leon Bailey, Odion Ighalo, Timo Werner

Pep Guardiola is hoping on poaching a Bundesliga talent if Leroy Sane returns to Germany.

US House Republicans to sue Pelosi over remove proxy voting in pandemic

The lawsuit, to be filed in federal court in Washington, will seek to block the new system passed by the Democratic-majority House.

US House Republicans to sue Pelosi remote proxy voting in pandemic

U.S. House of Representatives Republicans will sue Democratic Speaker Nancy Pelosi over rule changes that allow members to vote on each other's ...

House Republicans sue Pelosi to block voter proxy amid pandemic

May 27 (UPI) -- Nearly two dozens Republicans have sued House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, seeking to block the House of Representatives from proxy voting, a measure instituted by Democrats to allow congressmen to vote remotely amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Pelosi blasts House Republicans over lawsuit to halt proxy voting: 'Sad stunt'

Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) late Tuesday dismissed a lawsuit from House Republicans seeking to block the chamber from holding proxy voting, in which members vote for colleagues remotely on the

House to begin proxy voting; GOP sues to block historic change

May 27 (UPI) -- The House is set to begin a historic new proxy voting resolution on Wednesday that will let lawmakers cast votes for absent lawmakers, a prospect opposed by Republicans in the lower chamber.

House GOP Sues Nancy Pelosi over Proxy Voting Scheme

Kevin McCarthy, 20 GOP lawmakers, and four congressional constituents have filed a lawsuit against Nancy Pelosi's proxy voting scheme.

House Republicans sue Pelosi in long-shot bid to halt House proxy voting

The House plans to vote Wednesday on reauthorizing the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, inaugurating a new rule that allows members to submit their votes via congressional proxy. The proxy voting rule, approved along party lines, allows one member of Congress to vote yes, no, or present for up to 10 colleagues, and more than 50 House Democrats had registered a proxy by Tuesday night. The temporary measure allows members of Congress to avoid travel and Washington, D.C., during the COVID-19 pandemic. House Republicans sued House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) in federal court Tuesday night to block the measure, claiming it is unconstitutional because the House would be voting without a physical quorum. Pelosi said Tuesday that the rule is "fully consistent with the Constitution," arguing the House GOP's "sad stunt" is an attempt "to delay and obstruct urgently needed action to meet the needs of American workers and families during the coronavirus crisis." "It's unlikely that Republicans will find a welcome…

Nokia shuts Tamil Nadu plant after 42 employees test positive for Coronavirus

Chinese smartphone maker OPPO last week suspended operations at a recently re-opened plant on the outskirts of New Delhi after at least nine workers tested positive for the novel coronavirus.

Nokia shuts plant in Tamil Nadu after 42 test positive for COVID-19

NEW DELHI: Nokia last week suspended operations at a telecoms gear manufacturing plant in southern India, the company said on Tuesday (May 26), ...

Nokia Temporarily Shuts Down Its Manufacturing Unit Near Chennai After 18 Employees Test Positive For Covid-19

Nokia Temporarily Shuts Down Its Manufacturing Unit Near Chennai After 18 Employees Test Positive For Covid-19

Nokia shutters manufacturing plant as employees test positive for Covid-19

Nokia is the second manufacturing company after Oppo in recent weeks to open up its plant and quickly shut down due to workers testing positive for Covid-19.

Nokia shuts Tamil Nadu plant after 42 employees test positive for COVID-19

Nokia did not disclose how many workers at the Sriperumbudur plant tested positive, but a source familiar with the matter said they were at least 42.

Nokia Suspends Operations at Its Tamil Nadu Plant After 42 Employees Test COVID-19 Positive: Report

Notably, the plant had been operating in a restricted manner over the past few weeks ever since the Centre announced the easing of the restrictions to fix the economy.

Motorola Moto G Pro launched with 48 MP triple-camera setup and a Stylus: Everything you need to know

The Moto G Pro is priced at EUR 329 (Roughly Rs 27,300) and is only available in a 4GB RAM and 128GB storage model.

OPPO Reno4, Reno4 Pro confirmed to arrive with 65W fast charging

OPPO is yet to confirm the launch date of the Reno4 series. Ahead of the launch, both phones have appeared in various leaks and at TENAA with their entire specifications. Many reports have claimed that the Reno4 and Reno4 Pro will be equipped with support for 65W fast charging. Today, the Chinese firm reached out …

Poco F2 Pro Malaysian pricing and availability to be revealed on 28 May

[ UPDATE 28/05/2020 11:00 ] The Poco F2 Pro will be available in Malaysia starting 10th June. Priced from RM2,199. More details here.

Realme 6 with 90Hz display launched at P12,000

The Realme 6 and Realme 6 Pro phones will be available starting May 27

Xiaomi Redmi 10X unveiled: Specifications, features & everything else you need to know

The Redmi 10X series has been unveiled in China as filler series between the premium K series and popular Redmi Note series.

Samsung Galaxy M01 schematic leaks with specs and dimensions

The Galaxy M01 will be powered by a Snapdragon 439 and 3GB of RAM.

Motorola just leaked the Moto G Fast, and it may be the brand's next cheap phone

Another Motorola phone has appeared on the company's YouTube channel, giving us a quick glimpse of the device.

Samsung will launch the economical Galaxy M01s to fight Xiaomi

Samsung will launch the economical Galaxy M01s to fight Xiaomi. Galaxy M01s has Wi-Fi certification and may be available soon.

Samsung Galaxy A51 gets new variant with 8GB RAM, priced at Rs 27,999

The new 8/128GB variant of Galaxy A51 comes in three colours - Prism Crush Black, Prism Crush White and Prism Crush Blue.

Redmi Earbuds S will be Available for Sale Today with an Affordable Price -

The demand for true wireless earbuds in the market is constantly increasing and in view of the demand from the

Vivo X50 / X50 Pro spotted listed on Jingdong (JD), Alleged Geekbench listing surfaces as well

Vivo will be unveiling its X50 series coming Monday, i.e. June 1 in China. Ahead of it, the company has been teasing the handset, especially X50 Pro with its gimbal camera. Now, this duo has been listed on Jingdong (JD.com) and a possible X50 has been also spotted on Geekbench. Vivo X50 (V2005A) Geekbench Listing …

Surface Pro X now lets Your Phone make clear calls

One of the best things about the Your Phone app is that you can make calls from your computer without having to bring out your smartphone if you want to keep it away. But the Microsoft Surface Pro …

OnePlus CEO Pete Lau hints at affordable OnePlus Z phone, may launch first in India

OnePlus has long been tipped to be working on an affordable OnePlus device, with the company's CEO now confirming the affordable smartphone will first come to India before other markets.

OnePlus reportedly working on a barrage of affordable products including mid-range smartphones

OnePlus CEO Pete Lau stated that the company wants to get back to its roots as an affordable gadget provider. We can expect to see a host of reasonably-priced OnePlus gadgets and smartphones on the market soon. It is all part of a plan to create a wider ecosystem centered on the OnePlus brand.

OnePlus confirms they’re making affordable smartphones again

In a recent post on Weibo, OnePlus' CEO Pete Lau has confirmed that the company is working on affordable smartphones again.

OnePlus CEO confirms company is working on cheaper smartphones

Pete Lau says OnePlus is exploring cheaper phones and denies BBK link in exclusive interview with Fast Company

OnePlus Z is real hints OnePlus CEO Pete Lau; affordable flagship coming soon to India

If you’ve been waiting for OnePlus to go back in time when its phones were flagship killers rather than full-on flagships, there’s some good news coming for you.

OnePlus wants to make cheap phones again - is the OnePlus Z coming?

Pete Lau discussed OnePlus’s future plans about returning to cheaper smartphones and creating a product ecosystem.

Xiaomi says it is going all-in on 5G, starting work on 6G

Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun has revealed that the company has already started work on 6G and is planning to end production of 4G only phones in China.

Xiaomi Will Stop Making 4G Smartphones By The End Of 2020

Xiaomi will stop making 4G smartphones by the end of 2020. This is something the company’s CEO confirmed in a recent interview. Lei Jun was interviewed by

Using trousers to cover faces, making offers through the window and virtual viewings – here are some ways British homebuyers are figuring out the 'new normal'

As the UK eases restrictions for estate transactions, participants must navigate a new world of PPE and social distancing during the process.

Using trousers to cover faces, making offers through the window and virtual viewings – here are some ways British homebuyers are figuring out the 'new normal', Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - As the UK eases restrictions for estate transactions, participants must navigate a new world of PPE and social distancing during the process.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Using trousers to cover faces, making offers through the window and virtual viewings – here are some ways British homebuyers are figuring out the ‘new normal’

A shiny suit and a flashy car used to be the essential tools for estate agents, but now you are more likely to see them with hand sanitizer and a pair of latex gloves.

Gionee K6 launched with Helio P60, 4,350mAh battery and affordable pricing

It's already up for sale in China.

Xiaomi Redmi Smart TV X55 has its price slashed before launch to match the 55-inch Honor Vision X1 Smart TV

The Redmi Smart TV X55 from Xiaomi has had its price considerably slashed ahead of going on sale. The new price tag for the television is 1,699 yuan (US$237). This puts the Redmi Smart TV X55, which features a 4K screen and 32 GB storage, at the same price as the just launched 55-inch rival Honor Vision X1 Smart TV.

Honor 9X Lite has arrived in Malaysia, priced at RM699 with freebies worth RM219

Honor Malaysia has finally announced the Honor 9X Lite, which is a new budget smartphone that comes with a large 6.5″ display and a 48MP main camera.

Used OnePlus 8 Pros are selling for hundreds of dollars above MSRP due to scarcity

Back when OnePlus had initially launched its first phones, it was quite common for these devices to be quickly sold again with a price tag over the MSRP. The reason for these higher priced reselling was due to the company’s then invite-only sales system. Now, the OnePlus 8 Pro is suffering from a similarly inflated …

LG’s 48-inch CX OLED TV is finally rolling out worldwide

The very first OLED TVs featuring 48-inch panels are finally on their way, now that LG has confirmed the new size for its CX OLED television would be rolling out in the coming weeks.

Indians prefer features such as AI camera, fingerprint sensor while purchasing budget smartphone: Study

The features such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) camera, fingerprint sensor and drop notch displays are the most-preferred features for consumers when looking for a budget smartphone, according to a

Khloe Kardashian selling house for $19million after buying it for less than half

Tidy profit!

Budget Friendly Smartphones You Need To Buy

Great camera phone at a great price

LG gets orders for 20M OLED iPhone screens this year, ending Samsung monopoly

While Samsung has so far had the exclusive contract for flagship OLED iPhone screens, we learned last November that this is set to change – with LG ...

Redmi 10X: Probably the most affordable 5G phone, supports dual 5G standby

To bring 5G to the masses, Xiaomi has announced its new Redmi 10X series. The Redmi 10X Pro and Redmi 10X 5G are the first smartphones to run on MediaTek’s Dimensity 820 SoC and they are capable of supporting two 5G SIMs on standby.

OnePlus 5, OnePlus 5T get Android 10-based OxygenOS update: Here are all the new features

OnePlus has announced the roll-out of Android 10-based OxygenOS updates to these devices in line with its past promise. With the update, the phones now get a host of new features.

India wilts under heatwave as temperature hits 50 degrees Celsius

India is wilting under a heatwave, with the temperature in places reaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) and the capital enduring its hottest May day in nearly two decades.

The shade of a giant tree provided an escape from the heat for some Delhi residents

India is wilting under a heatwave, with temperatures in places reaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) and the capital enduring its hottest May day in nearly two decades. Scorching weather is a growing menace in the world's second-most populous nation, and the United Nations warned

India wilts as temperature hits 50 degrees Celsius

India is wilting under a heatwave, with temperatures in places reaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) and the capital enduring its hottest May day in nearly two decades.

Call of Duty: Warzone’s Terrific New Mode is Already Gone

Warzone just lost one of its best limited-time modes.

Call Of Duty: Warzone's Terrific New Mode Is Already Gone

Warzone just lost one of its best limited-time modes. The May 26 playlist update axed Call of Duty’s classic battle royale experience, a mere three days after its debut. The limited-time trios mode was called “BR Classic” and was just added to Warzone on Friday. “BR Classic” catered to players looking for...

Robinsons squash buoys Britvic as sales hit by pub closures

Sales of child-friendly brand Fruit Shoot were affected by the lockdown, the company said, as people stayed at home.

Robinsons squash buoys Britvic as sales hit by pub closures

Sales of child-friendly brand Fruit Shoot were affected by the lockdown, the company said, as people stayed at home.

Privacy fears as China expands use of monitoring tech beyond COVID-19

Authorities look to continue use personal QR codes that give individuals a green, yellow or red rating based on a number of criteria.

Privacy fears as China expands use of monitoring tech beyond COVID-19

Authorities look to continue use personal QR codes that give individuals a green, yellow or red rating based on a number of criteria.

Winds spread PFAS pollution far from a manufacturing facility

Concerns about environmental and health risks of some fluorinated carbon compounds used to make non-stick coatings and fire-fighting foams have prompted manufacturers to develop substitutes, but these replacements are increasingly coming under fire themselves. To get a handle on the scope of the problem, scientists have been studying how widely these chemicals have contaminated the environment. Now, researchers report that, in one case, they have dispersed more broadly than previously realized.

Winds spread PFAS pollution far from a manufacturing facility

Concerns about environmental and health risks of some fluorinated carbon compounds used to make non-stick coatings and fire-fighting foams have prompted manufacturers to develop substitutes, but these replacements are increasingly coming under fire themselves. To get a handle on the scope of the problem, scientists have been studying how widely these chemicals have contaminated the environment. Now, researchers report in ACS' Environmental Science & Technology that, in one case, they have dispersed more broadly than previously realized.

Winds of change in Malaysia’s durian industry as COVID-19 pushes sellers online

KUALA LUMPUR: Enjoying durians in Malaysia is very much a communal affair, with friends and families gathering at open-air roadside stalls and ...

Winds of change in Malaysia’s durian industry as COVID-19 pushes sellers online

KUALA LUMPUR: Enjoying durians in Malaysia is very much a communal affair, with friends and families gathering at open-air roadside stalls and ...

Race-by-race tips and preview for Gosford on Thursday

Everything you need to know to pick a winner on a seven-race card at Gosford.

Race-by-race tips and preview for Gosford on Thursday

Everything you need to know to pick a winner on a seven-race card at Gosford.

eBay私自掃瞄網站訪客電腦的遠端存取傳輸埠

研究人員發現eBay網站上一支腳本程式，嘗試對5900~5903 VNC (Virtual Network Computing) port等傳輸埠建立WebSocket連線，這可讓網站傳送資訊給用戶端瀏覽器，不需使用者動作

Facebook testing new audio calling app CatchUp

Facebook has announced the testing of a new audio calling app called CatchUp, featuring indicators that show when your contacts are ready to receive a call. Better still, you don't need a Facebook account to use it.

Facebook testing new audio calling app CatchUp

Facebook has announced the testing of a new audio calling app called CatchUp, featuring indicators that show when your contacts are ready to receive a call. Better still, you don't need a Facebook account to use it.

Facebook Debuts ‘CatchUp’ Call App That Lets You Dial Up Friends Who Are Online

Connect your friends without interrupting their day through the new app.

Facebook's CatchUp app lets you set up a phone call with up to eight persons

Facebook is testing a new app that allows anyone in the U.S. to create or join a group phone call with up to eight contacts. The group calls are audio-only and you can decide which people can join.

Facebook to take on Apple's FaceTime-audio with CatchUp

Facebook has announced yet another group-calling app called CatchUp. The new app by Facebook is an audio-calling app that lets you add up to eight people in a single call.

Openview – now powered by 2 million homes

The future of free-to-air satellite TV.

Openview – now powered by 2 million homes

The future of free-to-air satellite TV.

Saracens sign Wales scrum-half Aled Davies ahead of Championship campaign

Davies, who has 20 Wales caps, has signed a three-year deal

Saracens sign Wales scrum-half Aled Davies ahead of Championship campaign

Davies, who has 20 Wales caps, has signed a three-year deal

Saracens bring in Wales scrum-half Aled Davies on a three-year deal

The club will play in the second tier of English rugby next season due to their salary cap infringements.

COVID-19: WHO Expects Anti-malarial Drug Hydroxychloroquine Safety Findings By Mid-June

'A final decision on the harm, benefit or lack of benefit of hydroxychloroquine will be made once the evidence has been reviewed by the Data Safety Monitoring Board,' the body said in a statement. 'It is expected by mid-June.'

WHO expects hydroxychloroquine safety findings by mid-June

"A final decision on the harm, benefit or lack of benefit of hydroxychloroquine will be made once the evidence has been reviewed," the body said. "It is expected by mid-June."

WHO expects hydroxychloroquine safety findings by mid-June

ZURICH: The World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday (May 26) promised a swift review of data on hydroxychloroquine, probably by mid-June, after ...

Coronavirus update: Why WHO put a pause on hydroxychloroquine trials

Coronavirus crisis: WHO is currently assessing the use of hydroxychloroquine on COVID-19 patients within the Solidarity Trial. The hydroxychloroquine arm of the trial has been paused as a precaution while the safety data is being reviewed.

Egypt to see upcoming COVID-19 peak: health official

Egypt still uses the malaria drug, chloroquine, in treating coronavirus patients, according to a health protocol nationwide supervised by a scientific committee.

Online gambling firm closes after investigation finds ‘serious failings’

The probe was launched following the death of a 25-year-old customer who lost more than £30,000.

Online gambling firm closes after investigation finds ‘serious failings’

The probe was launched following the death of a 25-year-old customer who lost more than £30,000.

Boeing slashes 12,000 jobs

Boeing is cutting more than 12,000 jobs through layoffs and buyouts as the coronavirus pandemic seizes the travel industry, and more cuts are coming.

Boeing slashes 12,000 jobs as coronavirus seizes travel industry

The layoffs are expected to be concentrated in the Seattle area, home to Boeing's commercial-airplanes business.

Boeing Slashes Over 12,000 Jobs, With More Cuts Coming

The cuts come as the commercial airline industry has seen a historic fall in demand.

Boeing Resumes 737 MAX Production After Announcing Over 12,000 Job Cuts

The 737 MAX hasn't been allowed to fly since March of 2019, following deadly crashes.

Pune-based start-up plans pan-India satellite broadband coverage

Pune-based Vestaspace Technology is attempting to launch a constellation of over 35 satellites to build 5G network connections across the country. The company is set to release a beta version of the

Vetaspace on its way to provide PAN-India 5G network coverage

Pune based start-up plans to launch a constellation of 35 satellites into space for providing PAN India 5G network coverage.

Startup says India will have 5G network by 2021, will launch 35 telecom satellites by this September

Vestaspace says it is in talks with the Department of Telecom for spectrum in 28 Ghz band for 5G operations.

Vestapace to launch 35 satellites for 5G network in India, eyes commencing operation by 2021

Vestaspace Technologies founder and CEO Arun Kumar Sureban said a beta version of the next-generation satellite constellations is planned for September 2020, besides the launch of a fully operational constellation of satellites in early 2021 into 'Low-Earth-Orbit or Geosynchronous Equatorial Orbit'.

Samsung Exynos 880 SoC brings better mobile gaming, AI, and 5G

Some people don’t realize this but Samsung also manufactures mobile chips. It’s not only Qualcomm, MediaTek, HiSilicon, or Apple that comes up with chipsets. Samsung also has a chip div…

Samsung secures 80% of all OLED orders for this year's iPhones

The rest will be fulfilled by BOE and LG.

Oppo Reno 4 and Reno 4 Pro Smartphones will Knock with 5G Support -

There has been news about Oppo’s upcoming smartphone series Reno 4 for quite some time. The company is planning to

No backing down say sources on stand off with China

India says that it will not allow any change in status quo on the LAC. We have faced similar situations in the past and will face this one too with strength, the officer also said.

Geely Chairman wants more cooperation with Daimler, report says

Geely Chairman Li Shufu looking to expand further with Daimler

LFC want Timo Werner, but won’t pay £48M & plan to haggle price down – Bild

Liverpool do want to sign Timo Werner before the start of next season, whenever that is, but are not willing to simply trigger the £48m release-clause in order to make it happen. This is according …

iPhone vulnerability that lets users 'jailbreak' their devices to run apps and software that have not been approved by Apple is discovered

Jailbreaking has been around since the first iPhone as it gives users more control over the otherwise locked down device, but Apple soon releases updates to block it.

Apple iPhone 11 most popular smartphone in 1Q20, says Omdia

In the contest to offer the world's most popular smartphone, it seems like the only competition that Apple has these days is Apple itself, according to Omdia.

80% of iPhone 12 displays to be supplied by Samsung, LG and BOE to pick up the rest

Apple frenemy Samsung has secured the supply of 80 percent of Apple’s iPhone 12 OLED display orders according to Digitimes. The remainder of the OLED panel supplies are said be supplied by both LG and BOE.

Don’t let patent rows hamper search for virus vaccine: UN agency   

UN patent agency has hailed the push to create a coronavirus vaccine and make it globally available, but warned against allowing copyright rows to overshadow and delay the process.       

Don’t let patent rows hamper search for coronavirus vaccine, UN advises

The UN patent agency has hailed the push to create a coronavirus vaccine and make it globally available, but warned of patent row.

Don't let patent rows hamper search for virus vaccine: UN agency

World Health Organization member states last week adopted a resolution recognising that extensive immunisation against COVID-19 would be a global public good, and...

Information technology played key role in growth of ancient civilizations

A new article shows the ability to store and process information was as critical to the growth of early human societies as it is today.

Information technology played key role in growth of ancient civilizations

A new paper in Nature Communications shows the ability to store and process information was as critical to the growth of early human societies as it is today.

Bundesliga: Bayern Munich’s class prevails over misfiring Borussia Dortmund in game of fine margins

The Bavarians took a giant stride towards a record eighth straight title with a polished and professional display at Signal Iduna Park.

蘋果iPhone 12系列OLED面板 逾7成仍將由三星供應

據南韓媒體《thelec》引述業內消息指出，蘋果雖然想讓供應商多樣化，但短期內 OLED 面板仍無法擺脫對三星的依賴，最新的 iPhone 12 系列機型，近 75% 的面板仍將由三星供應。

Nissan-Renault alliance to share more parts, technology

The auto alliance of Nissan and Renault said Wednesday it will be sharing more vehicle parts, technology and models to save costs as the industry struggles to survive the coronavirus pandemic.

Nissan-Renault alliance to share more parts, technology

The auto alliance of Nissan and Renault said Wednesday it will be sharing more vehicle parts, technology and models to save costs as the industry struggles to survive the coronavirus pandemic.

Nissan-Renault alliance to share more parts, technology

Alliance Operating Board Chairman Jean-Dominique Senard said the group, which also includes smaller Japanese automaker Mitsubishi Motors Corp., will have each company focusing on geographic regions.

Highlights of the day: Samsung Display to be major OLED supplier for 5G iPhone

All of the iPhone models that Apple will launch later this year ae expected to come with OLED screens. reportedly will supply most of the OLED panels for the 5G iPhones, with LG Display and BOE sharing the rest. Qualcomm and MediaTek both remain confident about he 5G handset market this year, and they are expected to launch their respective in third-quarter 2020. Memory makers are also expecting recovery in consumer confidence in second-half 2020. have already stablized.

Samsung to reportedly supply nearly 80 percent OLED displays for iPhone 12

Samsung is the world's largest smartphone OLED panel maker, and it makes the industry's best OLED screens. The company provides OLED screens to various brands, including Apple, Huawei, OnePlus, OPPO,

80% of iPhone 12 Displays Will Be Provided By Samsung Display

Samsung has won 80% of all iPhone 12 display orders. The rest of orders will be shared among two other manufacturers, BOE and LG Display.

Apple’s New iPhone 12 Is Going To Seriously Hurt Samsung

Apple's plans for the display on the iPhone 12 family is going to have an impact on Samsung.

Pablo Escobar’s brother is suing Apple for $2.6B

Yep, it appears that Pablo Escobar's brother — Roberto Escobar — is suing Apple for $2.6 billion. Why? Well, it's all about marketing.

Stripe Expands to 5 More European Nations

Stripe, a major payment processing company, has expanded its services to five more European countries - the Czech Republic, Romania, Bulgaria, Cyprus, and Malta.

Stripe launches in five new European countries

Expansion, which is being led by Dublin office, means company now in 39 countries

Stripe expands in Europe, adding five more countries

Stripe, the €33bn online payments firm created by Limerick brothers Patrick and John Collison, is to roll its services out to another five European countries — Czech Republic, Romania, Bulgaria, Cyprus, and Malta.

Coronavirus, Cordani (Samsung): "La smart home avrà sempre più importanza"

L'intervista di Affaritaliani.it a Francesco Cordani, Head of Marketing and Communication di Samsung Electronics Italia

蘋果無線時代來臨？服務商透露：iPhone無線充電今年無望

最新iPhone尚未推出，但全面改成USB Type-C充電或無線充電的消息，各界傳聞不斷。根據曾任蘋果服務商的Fudge(@choco_bit)在推特上透露，即將發表的iPhone 12將維持Lightning充電接口，真正的無線充電可能要等到2021年的iPhone，預計使用「Smart Con

VMLY&R India wins the digital mandate for Colgate-Palmolive

The agency will encompass digital campaign planning, creative thinking, as well as social listening

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GTA 5 Sea Race: All You Need to Know

GTA 5 offers many activities for the player to take part in, one such activity is Sea Racing.

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Biocon gets DCGI nod for device to treat critical COVID-19 patients

US FDA recently approved CytoSorb for emergency use in COVID-19 patients

Biocon gets DCGI nod for CytoSorb device to treat Covid-19 patients

CytoSorb therapy reduces cytokine storm and the inflammatory response in Covid-19 patients through blood purification so that injury to organs may be mitigated or prevented

Biocon gets drug regulator's nod for CytoSorb device to treat critical COVID-19 patients

intensive care unit (ICU) with confirmed or imminent respiratory failure.

Microsoft Edge Now Has A Surfing Game In It

You've seen, and likely played, the jumping dinosaur game on Google's Chrome browser. Microsoft also has an equivalent game on its Chromium Edge browser,

Microsoft Edge's surf minigame is now available to everyone

Microsoft today rolled out the surf minigame on Edge for everyone after a few months of preview. The game can be played when you're offline, complete with three modes and new improvements.

YouTube Kids app rolls out support for Apple TV

The YouTube Kids app can now be downloaded on Apple TV, marking another expansion to its availability after launching on smart TVs before. It supports both the 4K and HD versions of the device.

Google Play Store will show the gameplay before downloading a game

Google Play Store will show the gameplay before downloading a game. More YouTube content could be seen directly in the Google Play Store in the future..

Apple releases macOS Catalina 10.15.5 with new battery extending feature

Apple has released macOS Catalina 10.15.5 which includes a new battery health management feature to help improve the battery life of MacBooks.

Apple rolls out macOS Catalina 10.15.5 update with battery health optimisations for MacBooks

The macOS Catalina 10.15.5 update is available to download in India now.

MacOS Catalina 10.15.5: Update to help ‘maximise battery lifespan’

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 ― Fresh off the latest update for mobile devices last week (iOS 13.5), Apple has just released the latest update for Mac users. MacOS Catalina 10.15.5 is now rolling out to supported devices, and Apple is touting some interesting features in the...

Tropical Storm Bertha makes landfall on South Carolina coast

The National Hurricane Center (NHC) says the second named storm of the season, Tropical Storm Bertha, has made landfall on the South Carolina coast.

Pre-season Tropical Storm Bertha hits Carolinas

With the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season days away, a tropical storm made landfall Wednesday on the coast of South Carolina and is expected to bring the threat of life-threatening floods as it tracks into North Carolina and Virginia, according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC). Tropical Storm Bertha made landfall near Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, at 9:30 a.m. local time Wednesday, only an hour after forming off the coast. Bertha made landfall with maximum sustained winds of 80 kilometers per hour, said the NHC. North Carolina and western Virginia are the next states in Bertha's path as it tracks inland, bringing with it drenching rainfall and high winds. As it moves farther inland, it will weaken to a tropical depression and become a remnant low Wednesday night, predicted the NHC. The National Weather Service has issued flash flood watches for parts of central and eastern South Carolina, central North Carolina, and western Virginia, including the cities of Charlotte and Greensboro, North…

NASA-NOAA satellite sees Tropical Storm Bertha organizing

The second tropical storm of the North Atlantic Ocean hurricane season has formed off the coast of South Carolina. NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite provided forecasters with a visible image of Tropical Storm Bertha as it was organizing.

New fuzzing tool finds 26 USB bugs in Linux, Windows, macOS, and FreeBSD | ZDNet

Eighteen of the 26 bugs impact Linux. Eleven have been patched already.

New Fuzzing Tool Finds 26 USB Bugs in Linux, Windows, macOS, and FreeBSD

Academics say they have discovered 26 new vulnerabilities in the USB driver stack employed by operating systems such as Linux, macOs, Windows, and FreeBSD. From a report: The research team, made up by Hui Peng from Purdue University and Mathias Payer from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology La...

How To Stop Your iPhone From Redownloading App Updates

The Apple App Store is randomly asking users to redownload app updates that they’ve previously installed. A similar issue has affected Android users for a few weeks now, but the iOS app updates appear to be downloading entire update files, rather than empty “ghost” updates like on Android....

iOS 13.5 越獄工具可破解 iPhone 所有型號

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ICAO, ILO and IMO issue joint call to world governments on need for ‘key worker’ designations for essential air and sea personnel

MONTREAL – ICAO joined the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in issuing a new Joint Statement on the need to ensure ‘key worker’ designations for the millions of skilled personnel now maintaining essential global air and sea trade capacities. The call to world governments comes as COVID-19 restrictions and guidelines continue to curtail travel and restrict border movements, ports and airports are being closed and ships and aircraft are being denied entry, and entire transport hubs

Governments urged to designate air, sea personnel ‘key worker’

International Civil Aviation Organization, ICAO,  joined the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the International Maritime

Virgin Orbit analyzing data to find cause of rocket failure

Virgin Orbit engineers were analyzing data Tuesday to find out what caused the maiden flight of its air-launched satellite booster to fail.

Virgin Orbit analyzing data to find cause of rocket failure

Virgin Orbit engineers were analyzing data Tuesday to find out what caused the maiden flight of its air-launched satellite booster to fail.

The Steps To Return To Action

Two months ago we saw the NHL season come to a halt and now we might have a true guideline to get play re-started this summer. Commissioner Gary Bettman appeared live on Sportsnet’s Tim and S…

'A step toward normalcy' - NHL shapes a return to play plan

Rosy as the news might sound, Gary Bettman made no promises in announcing the NHL has the framework of a plan in place to return to the ice.

Phase Two: When does it start and what restrictions are being eased this time around?

Here’s what you can get up to.

Apple Confirms Fix Of Infuriating iOS 13.5 Bug That Made iPhone Apps Unusable

Many iPhone users have found apps not working, strange messages appearing and – out of nowhere – apps updating. Apple has now commented on the situation.

Apple Fixes Latest iOS 13.5 Bug That Prevented Some iPhone Apps From Opening

Image for representation. The bug impacted apps such as Audible.com, Discord, Facebook, WhatsApp, and YouTube, among others. IANS … Apple Fixes Latest iOS 13.5 Bug That Prevented Some iPhone Apps From Opening Read More »

Apple resolves infuriating iOS bug that prevented users opening apps

Family Sharing issue has now been resolved for all affected users.

PS4 Firmware Update 7.51 Is Available to Download Right Now

What does it do?

Apple MacOS 10.15.5 Release: MacBook’s Powerful Surprise

The next update to MacOS Catalina has been released by Apple. What do you need to know before considering the upgrade?

GTA 6's Release Window Might Have Just Been Revealed; Is It Worth The Wait?

If you've been itching for a new Grand Theft Auto, it seems Rockstar isn't planning on releasing a new one anytime soon.

OnePlus hints at launching new ‘affordable’ smartphone in India soon

OnePlus is preparing to launch a new, low-cost phone in India, its biggest market.

Samsung Galaxy M01, Galaxy M11 get listed, prices leak ahead of launch

The two phones have reportedly been listed on the company's Indian website, thus hinting at an imminent launch.

Samsung Galaxy M01 pricing for India leaks, the Galaxy M11 is launching soon too

The Galaxy M01 is an entry-level phone, which is confusingly slightly more capable than the Galaxy A01.

Bihar Board class 10th result: Farmer’s son from Rohtas village tops matric exam, aspires to get into IIT

Himanshu scored 96.20 per cent and said the key to cracking any exam is consistency. He said that most students start preparing for exams only in the last few months. He suggested students to be consistent in efforts to be clear about concepts.

Son of a farmer, Bihar Board Class 10 topper has no device to study online, wishes to join IIT

Himanshu Raj believes that consistency is the key to crack any exam. However, his education is on a halt at present due to the coronavirus pandemic as schools are shut and he does not own a smartphone or laptop to study online.

Apple Fixes Bug That Stopped Some iOS Apps From Opening

Several iOS users earlier reported that they were seeing dozens of pending app updates for their iOS devices.

Apple fixes bug that stopped some iOS apps from opening

Apple has fixed a bug in its Family Sharing system that prevented some iOS and iPadOS apps from opening. The bug led to iOS users getting

Samsung gets more sporty, ties up with Esports team

Samsung Electronics has signed a partnership with the global esports organization T1 (T1) to boost its presence in the gaming monitor market.

Samsung to sponsor esports company with gaming monitors

Samsung Electronics Co. said Wednesday it has signed a partnership with a global esports organization to boost its presence in the gaming monitor market. Samsung said it will sponsor its latest display products at T1 Entertainment & Sports (T1), a joint venture between South Korea's leading mobile carrier SK Telecom Co. and US entertainment firm Comcast Spectacor LLC. Under the partnership, T1 players will pr...

COVID-19 to accelerate digital adoption in India; Jio helped spur internet usage: Morgan Stanley

India's total online shopper base at 30 per cent of its internet population is low when compared with 78 per cent in China and 70-plus per cent in the US. Morgan Stanley projected India's 670 million internet users to rise to 914 million by 2027 and online shoppers to jump to 590 million from 190 million in 2020.

COVID-19 to accelerate digital adoption in India; Reliance Jio helped spur internet usage: Morgan Stanley

In a 53-page report on 'India's Digital Economy in a Post-COVID-19 World', Morgan Stanley said 2020 will likely see increasing online penetration in grocery and will put a few Super Apps into motion.

Slack threatens Microsoft's entire Office 365 empire: CEO Butterfield

In a different universe where Slack is incredibly successful over the next two years and 98% of knowledge workers use Slack, says CEO Stewart Butterfield

Slack threatens Microsoft’s entire Office 365 empire: CEO

After claiming earlier this month that Microsoft Teams is not a real competitor to Slack, Stewart Butterfield, the CEO of the enterprise

[Update: Official] Samsung is planning to offer a debit card this summer

According to Samsung, the company is planning to introduce a debit card with money management tools for Samsung Pay this summer.

Samsung details its debit card, coming to the US later this summer

Cash rewards await you.

Binge-watching, video chats till dawn: Coronavirus lockdown anxieties take toll on sleep cycle

As India navigates the ninth week of the nationwide lockdown that pushed millions of people into the confines of their homes, distress and anxiety are on the rise, manifesting primarily in the form of sleep disorders.

Lockdown is taking its toll on sleep cycle of Indians

Binge-watching till dawn, playing endless online games, video chats until the sun rises or simply staring into darkness while everyone around is in deep slumber wakeful nights are no longer about once in a while but too often for comfort.

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Samsung starts mass-producing Galaxy Fold 2, August launch likely

The Galaxy Fold 2 still appears to be on course for an August launch as Samsung now commenced the mass production of its next high-end foldable. Sources from South Korea claim the production order was

Galaxy Fold 2 reportedly enters mass production, could be unveiled in August

We could see the first official info about the second generation phone as early as next month. Samsung expects to sell a lot more of these than the original.

Realme X50t 5G moniker spotted in Google Play supported device listing

Realme began with the X50 series by launching the Realme X50 5G in January. It was followed by the arrival of the Realme X50 Pro 5G flagship phone in February. The Realme X50m 5G went official in April and the company announced the Realme X50 Pro Player Edition gaming-centric handset yesterday. Fresh information reveals that …

Realme X50t 5G spotted in certification listings

It looks like we're in for a fifth member of the X50 series.

Torn between Rooney and Martin - debate over Phillip Cocu's impact as Derby County boss

Phillip Cocu was appointed in July to replace Frank Lampard, who left to become Chelsea's head coach

New twist in what next for Derby County's January transfer target

Filip Benkovic was the Rams' number one target throughout the January transfer window only for the Leicester City defender to join Bristol City

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Plus spotted on official database, all but confirming it's real

A Chinese database has listed a phone believed to be the Galaxy Note 20 Plus, complete with 5G and fast charging.

Samsung Galaxy Note20 Plus gets 25w fast charging certification

China Compulsory Certificate certification has confirmed the charging features of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note20+. The Galaxy Note 20+ (SM-N9860) has been approved for 25W wired fast charging and confirmed 5G support. The other specs for the handset are not confirmed yet, but the handset is believed to have a 6.9-inch screen, 120 Hz refresh […]

‘Kayangan’ or ‘bumi’, everyone is equal under CMCO SOP, says Ismail Sabri

PUTRAJAYA, May 27 — Anyone who violates the standard operating procedure (SOP) during the Aidilfitri celebration throughout the conditional movement control order (CMCO) period will be subjected to the appropriate action, said Senior Minister (Security Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob. He...

Public must obtain CAAM clearance to fly drones during CMCO, says senior minister

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — Members of the public who wish to fly a drone during the conditional movement control order (CMCO) period must first apply and obtain a permit from the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM). Senior Minister (Security Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said...

Mukesh Ambani-Led RIL Is Preparing For Overseas IPO Of Jio Platforms, Likely To Opt For NASDAQ: Reports 

Mukesh Ambani-Led RIL Is Preparing For Overseas Listing For Jio Platforms, Likely To Opt For NASDAQ: Reports

India's Ambani prepares Facebook-backed unit for overseas IPO

Mukesh Ambani is reportedly preparing Jio Platforms Ltd. for an initial public offering

Amazing Kids Private School far ahead with virtual learning

While some schools are just beginning with e-learning, the Amazing Kids Private School and Academy is already ahead with the curriculum. The school started the online classes at the beginning of April and they are already chasing the end of the syllabi.

Universities across Tayside and Fife prepare to begin classes again in September

Universities across Tayside and Fife will begin the new educational year in September using a combination of online and face-to-face teaching.

COVID-19: WHO Warns Of ‘Second Peak’ In Countries Where Coronavirus Is Declining

Outbreaks could come back later this year in places where the first wave has subsided.

GP referrals drop across Black Country and Staffordshire

Hospitals across the Black Country and Staffordshire recorded a drop in GP referrals during March.

Google Deletes TikTok’s Negative Reviews on Playstore Amid Dwindling Ratings

Google has removed millions of negative TikTok reviews from its playstore after users from India decided to give the app 1 star reviews tanking the overall rating from 4.5 to 1.2 within a short period

TikTok's New Competitor From India 'Mitron' Garners Over 5 Mln Downloads Within Month of Launch

New Delhi (Sputnik): In the wake of the YouTube vs TikTok 'war' in India, which has led to a record fall in latter's ratings on playstore, where it has slipped from 4.6...

How to bring back OnePlus’ full screen gestures on the OnePlus 5/5T following OxygenOS 10 (Android 10) update

Now you can restore the old style full screen gestures on your OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T running Android 10-based OxygenOS 10. Read on!

[Update: Download Links] The OnePlus 5 and 5T are getting their stable Android 10 updates with OxygenOS 10

OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T are receiving their stable OxygenOS 10 updates based on Android 10. Check out what is new on this update for the phones!

Flickering of cardiac state could provide early warning for onset of atrial fibrillation

Affecting up to 4% of patients older than 65 years, atrial fibrillation ranks among the most common heart conditions. Described by health professionals as an "irregularly irregular" heart rhythm, episodes of atrial fibrillation continue to prove difficult to predict.

The Latest: Spain begins 10 days of mourning virus victims

The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause m

Qualcomm Snapdragon 875 will be at least 30 percent faster than its predecessor thanks to ARM's Cortex-X1 super core

The upcoming Qualcomm Snapdragon 875 SoC will come with ARM's latest Cortex-X1 and Cortex-A78 cores. The chip's configuration will likely consist of a single Cortex-X1 core coupled with three Cortex-A78 cores and four Cortex A-55 cores. The Snapdragon 875 will be unveiled sometime in Q4 2020, and will reportedly make its debut on a Xiaomi phone.

A Tropical Disturbance Soaked Miami With Six Inches Of Rain In Two Hours

After soaking Miami with more than half a foot of rain in just a couple of hours, a tropical disturbance will move up the coast on Wednesday and bring a threat for flooding and tornadoes to the Carolinas.

Xiaomi could be launching the Mi TV Stick soon

As you may know, smart TVs have become more affordable these days. But this is something that's only happened in recent years, so there are plenty of people who don't have them. In that case, plugging in an external device would work. Xiaomi has just the thing in the works too, as it has been hinted that the company has a Mi TV Stick coming soon.

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 preview: Everything we know so far

UPDATED: Renders show a very familiar-looking Note 20+

WHO praises China for 'very consistent message' of 'openness' in virus investigation

A top World Health Organization official offered praise for China’s “openness” during its effort to understand how the coronavirus pandemic began.

China’s openness to spot COVID-19 source lauded

Geneva: The World Health Organization (WHO) has said it appreciates China's openness to joint efforts by the international science community to identify the source of the virus, and that such a scientific mission should consist of "the right mix of s

Are new car sales about to boom?

According to Robert Gottliebsen, new car sales may be about to boom:

The US gaming headset market is found to have hit new heights as of April 2020

A new market research report states that the gaming headset sector broke records in terms of US retail sales in April 2020. This study also found that 8 of the 10 best-selling devices in this category were from the brand Turtle Beach. Of these, its Stealth 600 has accrued the most revenue in 2020 so far.

Apple iPhone 12 series to launch in late November, new report suggests

We're expecting 4 models all with 5G and smaller notches.

Omdia: iPhone 11 most sold phone in Q1 2020 with 19M units

Samsung is the leader in the 5G realm.

Libre Graphics Meeting 2020 Online is Now Live

Like many conferences, this year's Libre Graphic Meeting was forced to move online. The …

5 Digital Programming Languages You Can Learn Online

In the field of coding, it is always best to be well-versed and versatile in multiple digital programming languages. Fortunately, there are an abundance of widely used digital coding languages you can learn online. Once you have perfected a practical programming languages, you can automate tasks, customize programs, and deploy specialized applications. Regardless of your […]

Lenovo Debut 2-in-1 with Detachable Bluetooth Keyboard

Lenovo has taken on Microsoft’s Surface range with its new 2-in-1 notebooks (the ‘Yoga Duet 7i’ and ‘IdeaPad Duet 3i’) featuring a detachable Bluetooth keyboard for the first time.

Lenovo Duet: Yoga and IdeaPad detachable 2-in-1 tablets announced

Lenovo has announced new Yoga and IdeaPad detachable 2-in-1 tablets. Called the IdeaPad Duet 3i and Yoga Duet 7i, both run Windows 10 and support pen input. Optional LTE is available for both devices, too.

Marico foundation gives ₹1.57 crore in grants to covid-19 solution providers

The foundation plans to distribute over 3.5 lakh masks, 50,000 PPE kits and 4,500 sterilisation units, manufactured by these firms over the next two-three months

Design Firm Creates Futuristic Protective Suits For Concerts After COVID-19 Era

The futuristic suits aim to provide a “solution for bringing people together safety.”

Are you really sure? Spokesman Roque says school enrollment to start in June

Will the Philippine government make up its mind, please After President Rodrigo Duterte said that he doesn't want children to return to school due to the COVID-19 pandemic, here comes another member of his team contradicting what he said...

When Can Kids Play Sports Again?How To Keep Youth Safe From Coronavirus

According to a survey, 50% of parents worried that their children will get Covid-19 by returning to sports. Here is guidance on what to do.

New Mini Countryman gets updated styling and less polluting engines

Popular SUV has been refreshed, but it’s more evolution than revolution.

2021 Mini Countryman revealed: No more diesels

Revised looks, updated engines and interior tweaks headline the midlife makeover for the maxi Mini SUV. Oh, and a goodbye to diesel power in Australia.

9 candidates for Honolulu mayor to participate remotely in live online forum | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

COVID-19 pandemic or not, nine candidates for Honolulu mayor will face off — digitally, anyway — at a Kokua Council “Q&A” forum today.

Covid-19 and Persons with Disability

It has been a challenge for children with special needs, most of them wondering why they can’t play outside and not go to school.

4.75 crore Indian Truecaller data on sale for Rs 75,000? Company responds

As per a report coming from online intelligence firm Cyble, some personal data of 4.75 crore Indians have been put on sale for $1,000 (that roughly translates to around Rs 75,000) on dark web.

Truecaller denies reports that data of 4.75 cr Indians was put up for sale on the dark web for Rs 75,000

The data on sale includes phone numbers, gender, city, mobile network, Facebook id and so on.

How to watch Love Life online: stream the new HBO Max show from anywhere

Anna Kendrick stars in new HBO Max original - here's how to watch Love Life online and stream it from anywhere right now.

Love Life review – HBO Max launches with a patchy, low-key romcom

The splashy new streaming platform kicks off with an easily binged if uneven show with Anna Kendrick as a woman whose relationships are analysed

GBP/USD: Sterling has room to rise on Brexit hopes

Brexit hopes, the scandal around Dominic Cummings, and Sino-American relations are in the mix. Yohay Elam, an analyst at FXStreet, thinks the cable ha

EUR/USD range play continues ahead of Lagarde speech, EU summit

While EUR/USD registered gains on Tuesday, the ascent stopped just short of 1.10, keeping the multi-week trading range of 1.1019-1.0727 intact. At pre

Here's how you can have a perfect date night at home during the lockdown

A lot has been written and discussed how the lockdown period is a very stressful experience for people, especially for those who are struggling to str

What You Can and Can’t Do in Melbourne When Lockdown Restrictions Ease Next Week

Starting June 1, life in the city will feel a bit freer. Small house-parties and overnight stays are back; you can go to the drive-in, a gallery or a museum; you can even travel for a holiday. Here’s what else you can do when the clock ticks over.

Xiaomi teases Mi branded laptops for India, could launch in next few weeks

After launching its flagship Mi 10, Xiaomi may be bringing its much-awaited Mi series laptops to the Indian market.

Galaxy A31 coming June 4, Samsung teases features and specs

Riding on the success of Galaxy A30 and other A-series smartphones, Samsung is prepping for the Galaxy A31 release next month. Slated for an official release on June 4 in India, the phone is teased…

Still A Target, Still A Leader: Creating Space For Humans

We’ve been programmed with so many powerful messages that “good employees are quiet employees”, that it takes repeated, insistent communication before people will admit the emotional turmoil and burnout underneath.

Zuckerberg Criticizes Twitter For Fact-Checking Trump Tweets

‘Private companies probably shouldn't be, especially these platform companies, shouldn't be in the position of doing that,’ he told Fox News.

iPhone 11 replaces iPhone XR to become the world’s most popular smartphone

Without any doubt, Apple's iPhone 11 is the best iPhone for most people.

Apple’s iPhone 11 takes over mantle for most popular smartphone from XR

In the first-quarter shipments, iPhone 11 exceeds XR shipments by about 6m to reach 19.5m, Omdia says

Why do organisations need technologists to drive digital transformation strategies?

IT professionals are under immense pressure and need to be provided with the tools, leadership and support to deliver positive business outcomes in response to Covid-19

LS Group to respond to digital transformation by accelerating R&D

LS Group said Wednesday it is strengthening its digital capabilities by increasing research and development in automation, big data and artificial intelligence technologies in response to digital transformation amid the pandemic. “It will be difficult for the time being as uncertainties in achieving this year’s management goals have increased due to the pandemic, but I hope you will take an extraordinar...

Samsung Galaxy S20 series reports disappointing sales in Q1 2020

Samsung has seen tremendous success with its Galaxy S-series of flagship smartphones so far and the Galaxy S10 launched last year was well-praised and reported good sales numbers for the South Korean giant. However, the new iteration in the lineup, the Galaxy S20 lineup, isn’t doing good as far as sales are concerned. Earlier this …

Samsung unveils mid-range Exynos 880 chip with integrated 5G modem, AI

The Exynos 880 includes a 5G cellular modem that enables lag-less streaming and rapid downloads

Disney, SeaWorld announce proposed reopen dates, guidelines

After months of being closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, Walt Disney World and SeaWorld are ready to reopen.

MP Hotels strengthens hygiene program as properties reopen

MUNICH – MP Hotels has been working steadily since March on a hygiene plan to address the risks of COVID19. Now after months of research and planning the budding hotel group is ready to announce its detailed action plan. The hotel group teamed up with global leader in hygiene, Ecolab and the internationally renowned health, safety and hygiene certification body, Cristal International Standards. The purpose is to come-up with a holistic program to ensure the safety of both guests and

J.K. Rowling Releases New Fairy Tale Online & Is Asking Children To Illustrate It

Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling is releasing a fairy tale she wrote years ago called The Ickabog.

J.K. Rowling Is Releasing Her Newest Book For Free, Seeking Young Illustrators

‘The Ickabog’ would have been published earlier if the ‘Harry Potter’ franchise wasn’t so successful.