US advises against travel to China; virus declared emergency

US State Department advises against all travel to China on Friday

Beyond Brexit: What will change after the UK leaves the European Union?

ITV News' experts and special correspondents have been thinking about how the landscape could change in their respective fields post-Brexit. From the difficulties of securing a "deep and meaningful" trade deal to potential staffing shortages in the NHS, life outside the Brussels club will present many challenges.

Yet Another US Corporate Giant Appoints Indian Technocrat as CEO, Analyst Predicts Trend to Continue

New Delhi (Sputnik): Several Indian technocrats have been appointed by US-based multinational companies like Google, Mastercard, Microsoft and Adobe. Besides these American companies, several others like Goldman Sachs, Qualcomm, Uber, Boston Consulting Group and Jaguar have emerged as top recruiters for Indians graduating from its top institutes.

Ginni Rometty, 1st female CEO at IBM, to step down in April

Ginni Rometty, the first female CEO in IBM's century-long history, is leaving the helm in April.

Harmanpreet, bowlers star as India women beat England by 5 wickets

Indian spinners Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Deepti Sharma and left armer Radha Yadav restricted England to 147 for seven in stipulated 20 overs, while right-arm medium pacer Shikha Pandey accounted for two at the Manuka Oval

Assemble in India for world can raise export market by 6 per cent by 2030: Economic Survey

India must focus on a group of industries, referred to as “network products”, where production processes are globally fragmented and controlled by leading multi-national enterprises (MNEs) within thei

Mongolia closes border to China until March 2 to stop virus

ULAANBAATAR (Reuters) - Mongolia will close all ports of entry from and into China until March 2 to try to prevent the spread of the coronavirus epidemic, the government said on Friday.

FM holds dinner talks with EU diplomats on fight against coronavirus, bilateral ties

Foreign Minister Kang Kyung-wha held a dinner meeting with Seoul-based diplomats from the European Union this week to discuss efforts to stem the spread of a new coronavirus, bilateral ties and other issues, the foreign ministry said Friday. On Thursday, Kang hosted the gathering with more than two dozen diplomats, including EU Ambassador to South Korea Michael Reiterer, and voiced hope for close cooperation between...

Major Overhaul In External Affairs Ministry: New Verticals On Trade, Technology & Economy, Strategic Projects To Get More Attention

This is the first major overhaul in the ministry in nearly five decades.

Pound Sterling Powers into Month-End Against Euro and Dollar

The British Pound heads into month end with momentum owing to a decision by the Bank of England to keep interest rates unchanged

Indonesia says China clears planes to evacuate Indonesian citizens from Hubei

JAKARTA (Reuters) - Indonesia’s foreign minister said on Friday that China had cleared planes to fly to the virus-hit Chinese province of Hubei to evacuate Indonesian citizens from the area.

GDP Prints At 2.1%, But Strong Export Data Is Anomalous; Likely To Be Revised Downward

Most of the 2.1% print came from Net Exports (NEX), but the lead of that was a technical increase from IMPORTS (which normally REDUCE GDP) .NEX is the component of GDP that, historically, is most revi

IT Varsity snaps up local language apps provider

The Durban-based edtech company becomes the new custodian of Xander Apps, a provider of home language early childhood development apps.

Asia shares try to rally after gut-wrenching week

Asian share markets were praying for a reprieve at the end of a punishing week as investors snatched at hopes the coronavirus could be contained, ...

Q4 GDP: A Quick First Look

Quarterly real GDP growth came in slightly hotter than I expected at 2.1%.The single-biggest mover was the total collapse in real imports, down 8.7%.Consumption is way down. Real core PCE growth was 2

Amazon sees sales hit €79.2bn as Prime memberships rise

The online retailer Amazon has reported a 21% increase in sales for the fourth quarter of last ye...

Nifty call: Go long on strong rally above 12,050 levels with fixed stop-loss

Nifty 50 February futures (12,025)Following a positive start, the Sensex and Nifty began to decline due to selling interest at higher levels. The Asian markets are displaying mixed cues; the Nikkei 22

India must follow China's growth model to create jobs, suggests Economic Survey 2020

Economic Survey 2019-20: India can create 4 crore well-paid jobs by 2025 and 8 crore by 2030 by integrating "Assemble in India for the world" into Make in India

6,500 hospital workers to strike unless gov’t closes border with mainland: union

Around 6,500 nurses and doctors have pledged to go on strike unless the government completely closes the border with the mainland in order to stem the spread of the potentially fatal Wuhan coronavirus Representatives of the recently formed...

A few tips to boost sales of new cars

Levying road tax for five-year periods, making the registration process online, and ensuring dealerships sell spare parts across the counter and online are among steps that will help reduce the cost of ownership

Highlights of the day: TSMC, UMC maintain normal production in China despite outbreak, but IC design houses worried about business

Many Taiwan-based IT firms are feeling the heat from the coronavirus outbreak that is delaying their production from returning normal following Lunar New Year. But have revealed that their fabs in China have been running as usual. Despite the foundry houses' reassuring revelations, many Taiwanese ...

Narrabri farmers feel 'sold out' by federal-NSW energy deal that boosts gas supply

NSW environment minister insists government will not ‘cut corners’ in assessing Santos’s controversial coal-seam gas project at Narrabri

Coronavirus: African airlines suspend flights to China

Health authorities in Ivory Coast are investigating a suspected case of Wuhan coronavirus in a female student who arrived from China

Amazon blows past a $1 trillion valuation after topping analysts' earnings expectations (AMZN)

Amazon shares soared as much as 11% in early Friday trading, driving the company's market valuation above $1 trillion for the first time since J...

1st T20I: Harmanpreet, Bowlers Shine as India Women Beat England by 5 Wickets

India's captain Harmanpreet hit 42 off 34, including the winning runs, in a tense run-chase against England in the first match of the women's T20I tri-series on Friday.

Basketball returns to Staples as Clippers honor Kobe Bryant

Basketball returned to the Staples Center on Thursday for the first time since the death of Kobe Bryant, as the Los Angeles Clippers paid tribute to the late Lakers superstar.

Buy local products for 'better tomorrow'; efforts on to make India $5 tn economy: Prez Kovind

President Ram Nath Kovind on Friday exhorted people to use locally manufactured products for a "better tomorrow" as he reiterated the government's commitment to make India a USD 5 trillion economy.

Wipro CEO Abidali Neemuchwala decides to step down

Neemuchwala has served as the CEO and MD of Wipro since February 2016. Prior to that, he was the CEO of the BPO division of Tata Consultancy Services Limited

Barnstaple based business take Business Innovation of the Year gong

SEA, the Barnstaple-based defence and security electronic system specialist has won a national award

Universities seek new markets after triple-blow

The UK's highly competitive visas for foreign students, along with the bushfires and coronavirus, threaten Australia's $38 billion higher education market.

Burlescombe produce market "overwhelmed" by optimism and support

The new monthly produce market got underway at Burlescombe and Westleigh Community Hall on Sunday, January 26

GoDaddy buys local social content start-up

The world’s biggest Web host by market share purchases Cape Town-based Over, a social content start-up company.

Sasol expects earnings to collapse 69%

Oil price, softer global margins and Lake Charles project weighs on first-half earnings

Sale of.Org Domain Registry Delayed By California Attorney General

California Attorney General Xavier Becerra sent a letter to the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) demanding more information about the private equity takeover of the .org domain registry. The attorney general is seeking answers to 35 questions concerning the sale as well as...

'I suffer through it': how US workers cope without paid sick leave

The US is one of just a few high-income countries globally that do not guarantee sick leave, forcing many to work when they are not medically fit to do so

Crisil upgrades Jindal Steel's NCD ratings to positive on restart of plant

Upgrade reflects improvement in JSPL's business risk profile over medium term

India's GDP growth not overstated, says Economic Survey 2020

Economic Survey 2020 live: The Economic Survey 2019-20 cleared the air around "inflated GDP numbers". Here's what this exactly means for you

Billionaire Lawrence Stroll takes stake in Aston Martin

Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll will take an up to 20 percent stake in Aston Martin for nearly 200 million pounds (US$$263 million) as the ailing carmaker raises funds after a sales drop put pressure on its finances, Reuters reports. Famed for being fictional secret agent James Bond’s car of choice, the 107-year-old company’s share price…

Erdoğan urges Muslim countries to raise voice against Trump's Mideast plan

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan reiterated his strong opposition to U.S. President Donald Trump's so-called 'Deal of the Century,' as he urged Muslim...

Rand marks time as China virus, power cuts weigh

Investors clutch at hopes that China can contain the spread of the coronavirus.

SBI Q3 result: Lender logs 41% YoY rise in profit at Rs 5,583 cr; NPAs dip

During the quarter under review, the bank's credit book grew 6.79% YoY to Rs 23.01 trillion, up from Rs 21.55 trillion. The retail loans have jumped 17.49% YoY, while corporate loans slipped 0.48%

Airlines curb or cancel China flights

A number of airlines say they are halting or reducing flights to China as the country struggles to contain the spread of the deadly novel coronavirus.

Plane With UK, Foreign Citizens Leaves China’s Coronavirus-Hit Wuhan - UK Foreign Office

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - A plane carrying 83 UK and 27 foreign nationals have left the Chinese city of Wuhan, the epicentre of the new coronavirus outbreak, the UK Foreign Office said on Friday.

SBI Q3 results: Profit jumps 41% to Rs 5,583 crore; asset quality shows big improvement

Percentage of net NPAs stood at 2.65 per cent compared with 3.95 per cent last year.

Madras University UG, PG result declared: Steps to check marks

University of Madras result: The exams were conducted in November 2019. For many students server is unavailable due to heavy load. Candidates are requested to wait in order to check their result.

IBM CEO Ginni Rometty retires

The company’s chairman, president and chief executive officer will be replaced by Arvind Krishna.

WHO Declares Global Virus Emergency, Countries Warn Against China Travel

The World Health Organization declared a global emergency over the new coronavirus, as China reported Friday the death toll had climbed to 213 with nearly 10,000 infections. The UN health agency based in Geneva had initially downplayed the threat pos

Tokyo stocks close higher after WHO virus ruling

TOKYO, Jan 31 — Tokyo stocks closed higher today after the World Health Organisation declared the new coronavirus an international emergency but held off on recommending restrictions on the movement of people. The benchmark Nikkei 225 index gained 0.99 per cent, or 227.43 points, to end at...

CFPB Sues Citizens Bank For Violating Truth In Lending Act

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has filed a lawsuit against Citizens Bank over alleged violations of the Truth In Lending Act (TILA).

Pakistan plans to ink dual citizenship deal with Turkey

Pakistan on Thursday said a plan is being considered regarding the signing of an agreement with Turkey to allow dual citizenship for citizens of the two...

How You Parent Probably Doesn't Matter As Much As You Think

As someone who writes about parenting a lot and with the exact goal of helping to make all aspects of this monstrous, daunting task a little easier, I did a little double-take when I saw this headline in Today’s Parent: Does Parenting Even Matter? It better matter! Otherwise, why am I sitting here writing about...

Around 400 Indians to be evacuated from Wuhan: Air India CMD Ashwani Lohani

The flight will include all necessary resources like masks, medical equipment, packed food, prescribed medicines, along with a team of five doctors from the Health Ministry, and paramedical personnel from Air India

Public sector bank services hit as employees union go on 2-day strike

Bank strike: Services like cash deposit, withdrawal, cheque clearances, instrument issuance and loan disbursement of public sector banks are affected.

Marico slips 6%, hits 52-week low on disappointing December quarter results

In Q3FY20, consolidated revenue from operations declined 2 per cent YoY at Rs 1,824 crore.

SK Hynix, Inc. (HXSCL) Q4 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

SK Hynix, Inc. (OTC:HXSCL) Q4 2019 Earnings Conference Call January 30, 2020, 07:00 PM ET Company Participants Sanghoon Park - Head of IR Jin-Seok Cha - CFO Conference Call Participants Hyunwoo Doh -

Taiwan cracks down on fake news about China coronavirus

False reports allege coronavirus patients confirmed at certain hospitals.The Criminal Investigation Bureau (CIB) has been looking at six suspects in the spreading of false rumors about the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) outbreak, reports said Friday (Jan. 31).

US advises against travel to China; virus declared emergency

Meanwhile, China’s foreign ministry said it will send charter flights to bring home residents of Hubei from overseas.

Two loan products launched by Indian Bank

Indian Bank on Thursday announced the launch of two products - Surya Shakthi, for roof top solar set up for captive consumption and Corporate Loan, a finance product in aid of units under stress for w

Other countries should avoid 'overreaction' over coronavirus, says China

As the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared the coronavirus outbreak a global health emergency, China has said all countries should behave in a 'responsible' manner and avoid overreaction that may result in more negative spillover effects.

Acid attack survivor is left horrified to learn how 'ethical' candelilla wax is sourced for the beauty industry by Mexican workers on minumum wage who handle sulphuric acid with no safety equipment

Appearing on BBC Three documentary Beauty Laid Bare, Resham Khan, from Manchester, who relies on make-up to cover her scars, travels to Mexico to explore the secrets of the beauty industry.

Danish aid worker marks 4 years since the rescue of child branded a witch in Akwa Ibom

A Danish aid worker, Anja Ringgren Lovén, has made it her business to rescue needy children. The young woman went viral years ago after she rescued a child who was abandoned by his parents in Akwa Ibom as they called him a witch.

CCTV installed at Perth high-rise flats after spate of fires leave residents in fear

CCTV cameras have been installed at a block of high rise flats in Perth after emergency services were called to three fires at the building within the space of as many weeks.

‘Psycho’ has the Mysskin touch but not the feel

Mysskin seems to have been too engulfed in the emotions to worry about logic when he wrote the screenplay for Psycho

Link to buy Pepper European Servicing unit for up to €200m

Pepper Ireland unit manages €18bn of assets, including 60,000 residential mortgages

Atari plans to open video game-themed resorts in 8 US cities

LAS VEGAS — Atari, the arcade game company that ushered in the gaming revolution in the 1980s, is opening eight video game-themed hotels across the United States, including ones in Las Vegas and . . .

When are the Eurozone Preliminary CPIs/ GDP and how could they affect EUR/USD?

Eurostat will publish the first estimate of Eurozone inflation and growth figures for January and Q4 respectively at 1000 GMT today. The headline CPI

Bank Negara says sentiments in global financial markets positive in Dec

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — Sentiments in the global financial markets in December were positive amid prospects of easing global trade tensions, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) today. The central bank said investor’s risk appetite improved following the announcement and subsequent signing of a phase...

Twitter and Pinterest step up efforts to tackle voter misinformation in US elections

Twitter unveiled a new tool that will make it easier for American users to report tweets containing misleading information.

Pilots, flight attendants demand flights to China stop as virus fear mounts worldwide

Pilots and flight attendants are demanding airlines stop flights to China as health officials declare a global emergency over the rapidly spreading coronavirus, with American Airlines’ pilots filing a lawsuit seeking an immediate halt.

Shares struggle for footing after virus-battered week

World share markets fought to regain their footing on Friday as investors clutched at hopes that China could contain the coronavirus, even as ...

Vietjet suspends all China flights - VnExpress International

Vietjet will stop all flights to and from China starting Saturday to try and limit the spread the deadly coronavirus.

Corporation tax cut to benefit 1% firms, SMEs paying lower tax: Eco Survey

With economic slowdown resulting in slippages in direct and indirect tax collections, the Survey said the next financial year is expected to pose challenges on the fiscal front

WHO representative says Ukraine able to cope with coronavirus

The death toll in China is now 213 people.

Oh! GDP grew only 6.1% - not 6.8% - last fiscal, says MOSPI

GDP figures for financial year 2017-18 were also revised downwards to 7 per cent, from 7.17 per cent reported earlier

Sheffield Wednesday in talks for Wigan Athletic midfielder Josh Windass?

Sheffield Wednesday are reportedly looking to conclude a deal for Wigan Athletic midfielder Josh Windass before the end of the January transfer window.

CVS Stock Is a Long-Term Hold, but It’s not a Buy Ahead of Earnings

CVS Health's 2018 acquisition of Aetna will likely boost CVS stock in 2020, but volatiity around earnings date is possible.

Woodford Income Focus fund to reopen in February

£268m fund was frozen in October after stockpicker’s business imploded

US Reaction to UK's Huawei Decision "Hyperbole", No US, European 5G "Champion" to Step In - Hammond

The former senior official and veteran politician said that Britain would suffer "huge potential damage" if it did not remain a leader in 5G and that it would be difficult to see how the nation's 5G roll out programme would be possible "without using Huawei equipment".

Perth energy firm SSE ‘on course’ to deliver targets

Perth-based energy giant SSE said it expected to meet its full year targets yesterday despite its renewable energy output falling 5% behind forecasts for the first nine months of the year.

Citi Unveils Digital Investment Platform “Citi Wealth Builder”

Citi announced on Thursday the launch of its new tool Citi Wealth Builder, which is described as a digital investing platform with professionally managed portfo

Travellers beat China virus lockdown via bridge over the Yangtze

JIUJIANG, Jan 31 — People are leaving and entering China’s Hubei province on foot over a bridge spanning the Yangtze river, despite a virtual lockdown on vehicle traffic due to a coronavirus epidemic that has killed more than 200 people. The Yangtze divides Jiujiang in Jiangxi province and...

'Three-year sentence is insufficient': Hit-and-run case moved to higher court

A magistrate who was expected to sentence Moegamat Rafiek Hayners on two counts of culpable homicide has referred the matter to a higher court.

Teaser Talk: Hits The Target

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USD/CAD eases from tops, still well bid near 200-DMA post-US/Canadian data

The USD/CAD pair trimmed a part of its early gains to seven-week tops, albeit still managed to hold with modest daily gains above the 1.3200 mark post

The PS5 desperately needs digital game gifting when it launches

Xbox already has digital game gifting, but Sony has no form of it to speak of. In fact, Sony made it harder to gift digital games by removing full game codes off of storefronts other than the PlayStation Store. The PS5 should launch with digital game gifting.

Aussie property values rise another 0.9% in January

CoreLogic’s dwelling price results have been released for January, which reveals another 0.9% increase in values over the month at the 5-city level, driven by more strong rises across Sydney (1.1%) and Melbourne (1.2%):

Unilever considers selling tea brands as UK hot tea sales are on a downward trend

Following on from the recent news (30th Jan 2020) of Unilever looking to sell their PG Tips and Lipton brands, Arian Bassari, Consumer Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data analytics company, offers his view on these developments.

Amazon shares surge on strong earnings update

Amazon shares shot higher Thursday after the internet colossus released quarterly earnings figures for the holiday quarter that trounced market expectations.

Budget Session 2020 Highlights: GDP growth rate for 2018-19 revised downwards to 6.1 per cent

Parliament Budget Session 2020, Economic Survey 2020 Highlights: The Economic Survey 2019-2020, tabled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, projected the economic growth of 6 to 6.5 per cent in the fiscal year starting April 1.

Markets Recoil as Economic Survey Stokes Fiscal Slippage Fears

The 30-share BSE Sensex closed 190.33 points, or 0.47 per cent, lower at 40,723.49. Likewise, the broader NSE Nifty shed 73.70 points, or 0.61 per cent, to finish at 11,962.10.

Amazon set to blow past a $1 trillion valuation after topping analysts’ earnings expectations

Amazon shares tore as much as 11% higher in early Friday trading, pushing the company’s market valuation above $1 trillion for the first time since July.

US warns citizens to avoid China amid WHO's global virus emergency

Tedros said travel and trade restrictions involving China were unnecessary, but authorities and businesses around the world were taking matters into their own hands.

Coronavirus: Quarantining millions in China is unprecedented, wrong

Jan. 31 (UPI) -- The World Health Organization has declared the novel coronavirus outbreak a public health emergency of international concern. China has recorded over 8,246 cases, but just 170 deaths from the disease. As far as emerging diseases go, this virus appears relatively insipid.

Call for ‘vacancy control’ to curb Vancouver rental rates

Housing advocates are concerned that the trend toward jacking up rents once units vacate will result in further displacement

Property sales catapult American Savings’ earnings | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

American Savings Bank’s earnings soared 30% in the fourth quarter after recognizing an after-tax gain of $7.7 million from the sales of its former headquarters at the Financial Plaza of the Pacific and its Mililani Service Center.

EA's tepid forecast overshadows quarterly beat, shares slip

Amid rising competition from console, mobile developers.

US: Annual core PCE Price Index ticked up to 1.6% in December as expected

Inflation in the United States, as measured by the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index, rose 0.3% on a monthly basis in December follo

Bank strike paralyses work

Bank employees owing allegiance to various constituent unions of the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) boycotted work in the erstwhile composite Khammam district on Friday, the first day of the two-d

Scottish leader vows to step up independence push post-Brexit

Scottish National Party SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon demanded a referendum on independence Friday, as Britain prepared to leave the European Union in a...

Mining sector's GDP share sees decline due to disruptions in Goa, Karnataka

Closure of mines and disruptions due to changes in legislations has thrown the sector out of gear, curtailing production and endangering jobs

Avast (and AVG) busted for selling personal data, kills responsible subsidiary

A company that millions trust to protect their PCs from external threats has just been busted selling their confidential data to advertisers

China reports 259 people have died of new virus; 11,800 sick

BEIJING — China has reported 259 people have died of a new virus, which has now infected nearly 11,800 people as the United States declared a public health emergency and took drastic steps to significantly restrict entry into the country. President Donald Trump has signed an order that will temporarily bar foreign nationals, other than …

50 million locked down

Carrying permits demanding “fast passage,” truck drivers rushed a 560-ton shipment of disinfectant from eastern China to Wuhan, the locked-down city of 11 million people at the centre of a vast effort to contain a new viral disease.

SAMA launches licenses for non-bank financial institutions

The SAMA has licensed the Saudi Digital Payments Company (STCPay) as an Electronic Wallet Company, and GEIDEA Technology Company as a payment services company following the success of the trial period in an experimental environment.

UC Berkeley had to apologize for saying anti-Chinese xenophobia is a 'normal reaction' to the coronavirus, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - "Confused and honestly very angry about this Instagram post from an official UC Berkeley Instagram account," one former student said.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Virus rescue flight returns to Korea with 18 showing fever

Eighteen passengers on a chartered flight from virus-stricken Wuhan to South Korea showed signs of fever after landing at Gimpo International Airport and were taken to hospitals for checks.

More curbs on travel to China as coronavirus fatalities continue to rise

The United States and other countries tightened travel curbs on Friday and businesses said they were facing supply problems because of the coronavirus in China, a day after the World Health Organizat…

Submarine jobs poised to go west

The Morrison government is leaning towards sending ASC's submarine maintenance blue collar jobs to Perth, risking its relationship with key senator Rex Patrick.

Canada: Real GDP edged up 0.1% in November vs. 0% expected

The real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) expanded by 0.1% on a monthly basis in November following October's 0.1% contraction, the data published by Stat

Railway Budget 2020: Railway fares unlikely to be hiked, govt may give privatisation push

Budget 2020: After the success of India's first private train Tejas, the Centre may also consider privatising other trains and railway operations. The Centre's railway station modernisation plan will also boost steel consumption in the country

Lavender Economic Survey says growth has bottomed out, pegs GDP for FY21 at 6-6.5%

The pre-Budget Survey said for wealth to be distributed, it first has to be created and called for looking at wealth creators with respect.

Ford Stock Is a Neutral Play in 2020

The automaker has an opportunity for growth in China but it’s got to deliver in a market not favoring light vehicles.

Research: How to Build Trust with Business Partners from Other Cultures

Understanding cultural differences helps us navigate them respectfully.

Farmers stuck with pineapples as prices drop to Shs 700

agriculture

Amazon set to blow past a $1 trillion valuation after topping analysts' earnings expectations

Amazon shares tore as much as 11% higher in early Friday trading, pushing the company’s market valuation above $US1 trillion for the first time since July.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk drops hot new track: Gigaclub coming soon?

A day after Tesla reported its impressive Q4 2019 earnings, CEO Elon Musk seems to be in a celebratory mood, treating his fans and the electric vehicle community by dropping a new song. The Model Y delivery is set to start soon and a lot of people are excited about the Cybertruck but the Tesla […]

Countries ban China arrivals as virus death toll hits 213

Singapore and Mongolia slapped sweeping bans on arrivals from China on Friday and the United States told its citizens to avoid the country after a global health emergency was declared over a viral epidemic that has killed 213 people.

Fiscal deficit target may be relaxed to arrest declining growth: Economic Survey

The Medium Term Fiscal Policy (MTFP) statement presented with the Budget 2019-20, pegged the fiscal deficit target for 2019-20 at 3.3 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP), which was further expected to follow a gradual path of reduction and attain the targeted level of 3 per cent of GDP in 2020-21, and continue at the same level in 2021-22.

3 Warren Buffett Picks That Most Investors Missed

Even many Buffett followers haven't picked up on some of these winners. Did you?

Billionaire Bloomberg floods Democratic primary with cash

DES MOINES, Iowa — Billionaire Michael Bloomberg spent roughly $180 million in the month after his late entry into the Democratic presidential primary, a staggering sum that’s drastically more than all other leading contenders spent during much of the past year combined. Since his late entry into the race in November, the former New York …

CFTC Chairman: We Could See Ethereum Futures Launching Soon

Ethereum Futures might be the next significant product coming to the cryptocurrency scene, said the CFTC Charmain, Heath Tarbert. Furthermore, he

Buyer pays 30 per cent above asking price to nab King West loft

This roughly 600-square-foot unit is in a nearly 20-year-old building across from Massey Harris Park that is composed of two-storey units with loft-like characteristics

China's drone army fighting coronavirus: Farm, police and personal drones are repurposed to spray disinfectant over villages and cities hit by killer virus

Drones are currently being used in the coastal provinces of Jilin, Shandong and Zhejiang with individual devices disinfecting an area of 16,000 square metres in a single morning.

Avast CEO Says Company Will Shutter Data-Sucking Subsidiary, Apologises for the Data-Sucking

The “global leader” in cybersecurity – Avast – announced today it would be shutting down its analytics arm Jumpshot that was recently found harvesting the data of the hundreds of millions installing Avast’s free browser extension. Apparently, the optics of a company that prides itself on privacy-forward approaches and honouring user’s personal security exploiting users’ data for profit was just a bridge too far.

Travel warning: Israelis in China should consider leaving

Israel's Foreign Ministry warns against traveling to China, says Israelis currently in the country should consider leaving.

Govt to spend Rs 25 lakh cr to boost rural economy; over Rs 43K cr disbursed under PM-KISAN scheme

The government has provided over Rs 43,000 crore to more than 8 crore farmers under the PM-KISAN scheme and will spend Rs 25 lakh crore in coming years to boost the rural economy, President Ram Nath Kovind said on Friday.

Ola, another SoftBank-backed cab startup, will launch in London just as Uber faces being booted from the city, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Ola is a rival to Uber, but shares the same big investor.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Splunk Stock Will Keep Powering Higher Despite Being Overvalued

Splunk stock isn't cheap -- it's probably overvalued here -- but valuation alone won't stop the SPLK rally.

Telecom sector is bleeding! Will Modi govt offer relief in Budget 2020?

Budget 2020: Telecom industry has also demanded a reduction in levies, both licence fee and Spectrum Usage Charges (SUC). It has also asked the Centre to create an infrastructure bank that would raise tax-free bonds, the proceeds of which can be used to lend to the companies at lower rates.

SBI invests $20m in core banking-API integration firm OpenLegacy

Japan's SBI Holdings has invested $20 million in OpenLegacy Technologies, an American software firm that smooths API integration of core banking systems.

Pro-business policy critical to achieve $5 trillion economy, says Economic Survey

The Economic Survey 2019-20 says India’s aspiration to become a $5 trillion economy depends critically on promoting “pro-business” policy that unleashes the power of competitive markets to generate

Watch and listen as a rack-mountable Mac Pro is unboxed and stress tested

The rack-mounted Mac Pro is designed to be used in data centers and we're seeing more of them now they're arriving in the hands of buyers. Like this one that's with music pro Neil Parfitt.

Barli Asmara enters ready-to-wear market with latest collection

Barli Asmara may be known to you for his delicate and ultra-feminine bridal offerings, but the designer has now set foot into the world of affordable ready-to-wear clothes with his latest collection.

Fallen Order has already sold more than EA were expecting for the whole financial year

Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order has already surpassed the sales EA were hoping to see for the fiscal year. In their earnings call, the company praises the success of both Fallen Order and Battlefront II, as well as Apex Legends.

Budget 2020: Will govt increase investment limit under Section 80C?

Budget 2020: The limit of deduction available under Section 80C is Rs 1.5 lakh. Taxpayers expect FM Sitharaman to increase the limit to Rs 2.5 lakh

Qatar Petroleum announces fuel prices for February

Doha - Qatar Petroleum (QP) today announced the petrol and diesel prices for February.

Oyo cuts staff strength by about 2,000, exits 200 cities as part of restructuring

Oyo claims that although it has slashed a significant workforce, there has been a lot of support that the start-up has given to the employees who have been asked to leave

The pound rises as the UK bids goodbye to EU — but experts say to brace for an up to 7% drop if trade talks falter

"If trade negotiations fail and the UK ends up with a delayed hard exit we would look for GBP USD to drop 5% to 7% taking us back towards $1.24," said one analyst.

Buzzy primary care company One Medica just popped in its stock market debut after raising $245 million in its IPO, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - One Medical is set to start trading Friday under the ticker "ONEM." One Medical was founded on the idea of making it easier to get medical care.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Budget 2020: Why focus on wealth creation is good news for Indian economy

The Economic Survey 2019-20 has managed to hit the bullseye by focusing on wealth creation. It now remains to be seen whether the government provides the tools and environment required for the same. 

I visited London's famous Borough Market, and the food was so diverse that supermarkets now seem boring, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - It's one of the largest and most famous food markets in Europe, and you might recognize it from films like "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.". Read more at businessinsider.sg

Amazon set to blow past a $1 trillion valuation after topping analysts' earnings expectations, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The company previously touted $1 trillion valuations in September 2018 and July 2019, though the milestones were quickly lost as shares tumbled.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

ExxonMobil and Chevron report fourth-quarter earnings declines

US oil majors knocked by tighter margins, chemicals weakness and writedowns

Visa’s X-Border Investment Leads Week Of B2B Funding

Visa's investment in Currencycloud leads this week's B2B FinTech investment roundup, with other investors targeting logistics and blockchain startups.

OECD warns of ‘concerns’ over US move on digital tax

PARIS, Jan 31 — An alternative proposal by Washington on how to tax digital giants worldwide has been met with “concern” by several nations, the OECD group of free-market economies said today. The push for a so-called “safe harbour” option would essentially render compliance optional,...

As Democratic primaries near, educators can teach hope to a polarized citizenry

Schools and colleges can teach political hope that can help citizens make better choices.

Cott to sell S&D Coffee business for US$405 million

The sale is part of Cott's plan to focus on its water business.

Sturgeon calls for unity and focus in push for Scottish independence

First minister plays down chances of a referendum this year as she laments Brexit

Eco Survey gives positive outlook for steel, oil and gas sectors: Pradhan

The sector achieved a growth of 5.2 per cent during April-November period of the ongoing financial year as compared to 3.6 per cent in the year-ago period, it added

Greed, hubris and weak regulation: A year on from the Hayne royal commission, has anything changed?

The banking royal commission was badly needed, but it never went far enough. It was too short, and the terms of reference missed some critical areas.

Aviva stops investors from taking money out of Irish property funds

Investment vehicles have combined value of €940 million

These All Ords shares were sold off in January: Time to buy?

Kogan.com Ltd (ASX:KGN) and these All Ordinaries shares were sold off in January. Is this a buying opportunity?

China car sector to take hefty first-quarter hit from virus but 2020 outlook not necessarily grim

The new coronavirus epidemic is likely to wreak havoc on China auto sales and production in the first quarter, but it is too early to push panic ...

Top news of the day: Delhi court postpones hanging of Nirbhaya case convicts, Economic Survey pegs GDP growth at 6-6.5% in next fiscal, and more

The major news headlines of the day, and more.

Statistics Canada says GDP edged up 0.1 per cent in November

OTTAWA — Statistics Canada says real gross domestic product edged up 0.1 per cent in November, reversing most of the decline experienced in October.

Vedanta profit rises 49% to Rs 2,348 cr in Q3 on the back of lower expenses

In a statement, the company said "attributable PAT (was) at Rs 2,348 crore, up 49 per cent y-o-y (year-on-year)"

GDP growth for FY19 revised downwards to 6.1% from 6.8% estimated earlier

"Real GDP or GDP at constant (2011-12) prices for the years 2018-19 and 2017-18 stand at Rs 139.81 trillion and Rs 131.75 trillion, respectively

Indian economy has hit ‘a trough’, hope to achieve 6-6.5% in 2020-’21, says chief economic advisor

The chief economic advisor pointed out that firms that had borrowed a lot of funds between 2008 and 2012 had invested less during the 2013-’17 period.

A Full-Picture Approach To Thwarting Debit Fraud

Debit payments have a $960 million fraud problem — and reliance on analyzing customers' behaviors doesn't go far enough. Modern security measures must examine the behavioral patterns of all transactional participants (including the ATM), says FICO Vice President Doug Clare. In the inaugural Next-Gen Debit Tracker, he discusses how financial institutions (FIs) can expand their application of fraud-fighting tools to secure debit transactions.

Brazilians sent to Mexico by US say they don’t understand why

Bewildered, sad and disappointed, Brazilians migrants sent from the United States to Mexico this week were left wondering how they had ended up in another country whose language they do not understand.

Over half of British consumers faced a data breach last year

Got a BT email address? Check your security now

Kate Middleton 'misses' her close bond with Prince Harry and 'fears she'll 'never be close to him again,' source tells Us Weekly

Kate Middleton, 38, 'misses' her close bond with Prince Harry, an insider claimed to Us Weekly. The source added that she 'fears she'll never be close to him again.'

GE2020: Fianna Fáil's Byrne claims SF tax plans 'will cost jobs in Louth'

Fianna Fáil Councillor James Byrne slates Sinn Féin tax plans

Why Telegram CEO feels using WhatsApp is dangerous

iPhone of Amazon's Bezos hacked last month .A senior Facebook official blamed the phone's security flaws

2019 UCE: Performance improves, boys beat girls

Last year, O'level candidature increased, and more girls than boys registered and sat the final exams. Meanwhile, the rate of malpractice dropped, with the results...

Support Sudan now or regret later: UN tells US, World Bank, IMF

Months after Bashir was ousted, Sudan's economy remains burdened with foreign debt of more than $60 billion, inflation of about 60 percent, soaring unemployment and chronic shortage of fuel and foreig

European Union passes resolution to force common charger for smartphones

Recently we reported that Apple may be forced to ship iPhones with USB-C port in the European Union. As we expected, EU parliament this week voted 582-40 in favor of a resolution to urge action by the European Commission on a common charging solution for smartphones. The parliament has asked the Commission to ensure that …

Dow plummets 600+ points in its worst day since August

The Dow Jones Industrial Average erased its year-to-date gains in the last day of January trading, tumbling more than 600 points on rising coron...

Carrasco returns to Atletico on loan from Dalian Yifang

Atletico Madrid have signed Yannick Carrasco from Chinese side Dalian Yifang on loan until the end of the season, the Spanish club confirmed on Friday.

The pound rises as the UK bids goodbye to EU — but experts say to brace for an up to 7% drop if trade talks falter

The British pound is trading slightly higher as Britain gets ready to leave the European Union tonight.

Tigers agree to minor-league deal with shortstop Jordy Mercer

Mercer hit .270 for Detroit last season

London-based Yumpingo raises over €9 million to help restaurants gather real-time feedback

UK startup Yumpingo, a one-minute instant review platform for restaurants, has raised over €9 million. The foodtech startup will use the funds to launch Yumpingo Pay, a new pay-at-table platform, and expand the company’s sales and operations internationally.

The pound rises as the UK bids goodbye to the EU — but experts say to brace for a drop of up to 7% if trade talks fail, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - If the UK ends up back with a so-called hard exit, "we would look for GBP USD to drop 5% to 7% taking us back towards $1.24," one analyst said.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order beat EA expectations by selling 8m copies

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DICE leadership changes as studio prepares for next Battlefield

EA revealed that there's been a change of leadership at Battlefield developer DICE Stockholm.

Electric scooters can help cities move beyond cars v pedestrians

New laws to legalise e-scooters should be about safety, not horsepower, says Alex Hern, UK technology editor for the Guardian

Goldman Sachs warns Wuhan coronavirus will hit US economic growth this quarter

Goldman Sachs warned on Friday that Wuhan coronavirus is likely to hit US economic growth.

Businesses see promising India-UK ties ahead after Brexit

Brexit: Leading trade organisations and Indian entrepreneurs in Britain see this as an exciting time for the India-UK trade and economic partnership to be taken to a new level

OIL: Buy The Bottom In Crude

Oil demand is the only part of the balance where the bears can make a potentially compelling case to sell oil – but the supply variables win out.Supply is currently being constrained by market partici

Hong Kong-based Digital Asset Exchange Bitfinex Introduces Margin Trading for Tether’s New Gold-backed Stablecoin

Hong Kong-based digital asset exchange Bitfinex has introduced margin trading for Tether gold (XAU₮). Beginning on January 30, 2020, the exchange has confi

GlobalData: Brexit deal with EU will change the landscape of medical device industry in UK

In the event of a free trade agreement with the EU, the UK will continue to be bound by current EU laws, thereby adhering to the new Medical Device Regulation. This will significantly change the landscape of the medical device industry, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company.

Amazon's Q4 revenue takes a 300 bps hit due to Diwali timing, Japanese tax

Firms says large part of impact was felt as Diwali season moved more into third quarter, boosting Q3 sales at the cost of Q4

New York pension fund to review investments in coal companies

The New York State Common Retirement Fund has announced its plan to review investments for 27 thermal coal mining companies.

EA made nearly a billion Dollars in the last quarter thanks to “Live Services”

Publisher Electronic Arts has reported on its quarterly earnings for the last three months of 2019, and they’ve made an awful lot of money on their “live services” which is a bit of a catchall-term…

Mastercard Invests in AI-Based Startup Trust Stamp

Electronic payments giant Mastercard has made a strategic investment in Trust Stamp, an Artificial Intelligence-based authentication services company.

Economic Survey 2019-20 Tabled in Parliament, Sees Pick up in Growth

For the current fiscal, it projected a GDP growth of 5 per cent, the lowest in 11 years, and worsening job prospects.

Acrelec announces $223 million investment from Glory to expand in-store quick service solutions

Acrelec, the global leader in customer experience technology for “quick service” restaurants and retailers, has announced plans for a $223 million investment by Glory Global Solutions. The funding is subject to review by Acrelec’s employee representatives and certain competition authorities. Acrelec has developed kiosks, drive-through and self-checkouts for many of the world’s best-known restaurants and […]

Brexit will speed Scottish independence, says Nicola Sturgeon

First minister believes EU exit justifies referendum on Scotland breaking away from UK

Electricity consumers to pay more for prepaid meters

Electricity Consumers will have to pay more for prepaid meters as the hike in FG's Value Added Tax, VAT, from 5 to 7.5 per cent, begins in ...

Look for New Highs From CSX Stock as the Economy Heats Up

As goes the economy, so goes CSX stock, and the economy is only going to improve over the next few quarters.

Altria's Profit Just Got Vaporized

Controversy surrounding the e-cigarette industry is costing the tobacco giant billions of dollars.

'Fly-tipping epidemic': Telford councillor to call for waste collection charges to be scrapped

Charges for bulky waste collection in Telford should be scrapped in an effort to address a fly-tipping "epidemic", a councillor has said.

JKBOSE 10th, 12th result for Kargil, Leh region released: How to check marks

JKBOSE 10th, 12th result for Kargil, Leh region: The JKBOSE declared class 10, 12 result at jkbose.ac.in. Candidates can also check result via SMS by texting on 5676750.

Household lending grows for third consecutive year - Central Bank

Home lending drove growth in the figures but private sector lending fell

Coronavirus tests on two French citizens evacuated from China turn out negative

Tests on two French citizens evacuated by plane with 178 other passengers from the Chinese city of Wuhan and feared to have coronavirus symptoms have turned out negative, Health Minister Agnès Buzyn…

Property where Johnny Cash, June Carter Cash once lived sold

HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn. — The lakefront property in Tennessee where Johnny and June Carter Cash lived for more than 30 years has been sold for $3.2 million.The Hendersonville Standard first reported . . .

Pawan Kalyan Indicates Why JD Quit is A Big Loss to Janasena

Former CBI JD Lakshminarayana has quit Janasena Party. He went on to say that Pawan Kalyan going back on his word of not doing movies reflects his unstable nature and so, he is not interested to continue in the party. This has come as shock for Janasena’s Rank and File.

Three Irish citzens evacuated from China amidst coronavirus

The World Health Organisation declared the coronavirus outbreak a global public health emergency yesterday. Three citizens have since evacuated china.

Volkswagen offers to buy all of Navistar for $2.9 bn

German auto giant Volkswagen said Thursday it wants to buy the part of American truck maker Navistar that it does not already own for $2.9 billion.

Taiwanese airlines worried about reports of Italian flight ban over coronavirus

CAL has one flight per week to Rome, EVA planning to launch a Milan route in February.Taiwanese airlines were investigating reports Friday (Jan. 31) evening that Italy had banned all flights from China, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan amid growing fears of the spread of novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV).

Investors get bullish after WHO lauds China's coronavirus response

"For now, the market’s risk lights have shifted from flickering on red to a steady shade of amber."

Goldman Sachs warns Wuhan coronavirus will hit US economic growth this quarter, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Fewer Chinese tourists and a drop in US exports to China could weigh on the economy.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Mediterranean refugee deaths drop but experts say risks remain

In the first month of 2020, at least 70 people drowned in the Mediterranean while attempting the perilous journey to Europe, the lowest level since 2014, the start of the refugee crisis.

5 ASX growth shares to boost your portfolio performance

Here's why I would pick A2 Milk Company (ASX: A2m) shares and these 4 other ASX shares to boost your portfolio performance.

WHO declares virus global emergency

BEIJING — The United States told its citizens not to travel to China in the first major response to the World Health Organization’s declaration of a global emergency over the spreading coronavirus, as Chinese authorities Friday increased the toll to 213 dead and nearly 10,000 infections.

Myanmar turns back China Southern flight over coronavirus fear, says govt spokesman

YANGON, Jan 31 — Authorities in Myanmar turned back a China Southern flight from Guangzhou with almost everyone on board today after one of the passengers was found with flu symptoms similar to the fast-spreading coronavirus, a government spokesman said. The plane arrived in the commercial...

Twitter Erupts as India beat New Zealand in a successive Super Over

Virat and KL chased down New Zealand’s 13 runs in the Super Over with two balls to spare.

Three major trade unions to jointly fight for enhancement of minimum wages

‘State government dilly-dallying over release of order on the issue’

UK evacuation plane leaves Wuhan with 110 people on boar

The civilian aircraft left Wuhan in central China at around 9:45 am local time carrying 83 Britons and 27 foreign citizens.

Budget 2020: James Wilson, the man who brought budget, income tax to India

Budget 2020: When James Wilson introduced the Income Tax, the act severely impacted the mood of the businesses as well as the feudal lords

Government must unleash bold reforms to achieve 6-6.5% growth in FY21, say experts, industry

The chamber said as the Economic Survey is a precursor to the Union Budget, it expects some of the bold reforms highlighting trust, entrepreneurship and primacy of the market to be reflected in the Budget announcements. Leader Economic Advisory Services at PwC India Ranen Banerjee said attaining the projected growth rate of 6-6.5% will be challenging.

The pound rises as the UK bids goodbye to EU — but experts say to brace for an up to 7% drop if trade talks falter

The British pound is trading slightly higher as Britain gets ready to leave the European Union tonight.

ING the second Netherlands bank to turn to negative savings interest

Banking institution ING has become the second bank in the Netherlands to charge a negative interest rate on certain savings accounts. Customers will face a -0.50 percent interest rate for any amount

Do Not Put Ocean Power Technologies Stock in Your 401k

The Ocean Renewable Energy Action Coalition just launched. As a result, is Ocean Power Technologies and OPTT stock worth a look?

Fear grows as person-to-person transmission of coronavirus rises globally

With the sixth coronavirus case confirmed in the southern German state of Bavaria on Friday, questions have arisen about whether the virus can easily be...

Use big data, AI to detect fraud at PSU banks

Economic Survey proposes setting up of a PSB Network to enable banks to take more informed decisions on credit underwriting.Banking sector must scale up in tandem with the size of the Indian economy to support growth and development, says the Survey

Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll leads group buying stake in Aston Martin

Stroll will become the iconic car company’s executive chairman; consortium, which also includes André Desmarais, will initially buy a 16.7 per cent interest with plans to raise that to 20 per cent

Phoenix couple nabbed with drugs, gold AK47 granted bail

Phoenix couple Claude Mariah,35, his wife Celestine,37, and Dean Dhanny, 27, were released on R5000 bail each.

The pound rises as the UK bids goodbye to the EU — but experts say to brace for a drop of up to 7% if trade talks fail

If the UK ends up back with a so-called hard exit, "we would look for GBP USD to drop 5% to 7% taking us back towards $1.24," one analyst said.

Japan tells citizens to avoid non-essential travel to China

Japan is advising its citizens to avoid non-essential travel to all of China over the risks of a deadly coronavirus outbreak, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said Friday.

Ondo: Navy declares 36 suspects wanted over kidnapping, killings

The Forward Operating Base (FOB) of Nigerian Navy in  Igbokoda, Ondo State, has declared wanted a man,  Iwatan Bamitale, and his 35-member gan

Brexit Day: Businesses see promising India-UK ties ahead

Leading trade organisations and Indian entrepreneurs see this as an exciting time for the India-UK trade and economic partnership to be taken to a new level.

PSPB expected to shade Air India

Men’s National championship semifinals shorn of big name players

Boeing Credit Rating Slashed Amid Plane Maker’s Ongoing 737 MAX Fiasco

Moody's warns Boeing also remains

AUD/USD keeps the red near multi-month lows, around 0.6700 mark ahead of US data

The AUD/USD pair maintained its offered tone through the mid-European session, albeit has managed to rebound around 15-20 from near four-month lows to

World Bank calls for stronger tax collection to bring 115 million Indonesians into middle class

World Bank acting country director for Indonesia Rolande Pryce said the government’s plan to relax corporate income tax, among other things, would reduce the tax-to-GDP ratio by 0.5 percent. Indonesia’s tax to GDP ratio stands at 10.7 percent in 2017, the lowest among regional peers.

Economic Survey 2020 explains why the rich are good for economy

Economic Survey 2020: Survey says wealth created by entrepreneurs correlate strongly with wealth created by employees, and that greater wealth creation in a market economy enhances welfare for all

Airtel Announces Best Data Prices to Woo More Customers

Airtel Kenya is back with a brand new offer that could give its rivals a run for their money...

Stage set for gradual recovery in broader markets over next year: Sunil Subramaniam, Sundaram MF

Things are not going to recover right from tomorrow but over the next three to six months, one can definitely see the underpins of an economic recovery, says Sunil Subramaniam, MD & CEO, Sundaram Mutual Fund.

As Trade Tensions Ebb and Chip Prices Recover MU Stock Is a Buy

After being battered by market forces and a trade war for over a year, Micron is positioned for growth, and that should propel MU stock.

Brexit: European Union chiefs hail 'new dawn for Europe' as UK quits

Britain's 47-year membership of the bloc will end on the stroke of 2300 GMT -- midnight Brussels time, three and a half years after a shock referendum vote to leave

Plug Power - Business Update Call Takeaways - Company Signs Third Anchor Customer

Discussing key takeaways from Thursday's business update call. Company reported FY2019 gross billings at the lower end of the projected range and guided for approximately 27% top-line growth and mater

Goldman Sachs warns Wuhan coronavirus will hit US economic growth this quarter

Goldman Sachs warned on Friday that Wuhan coronavirus is likely to hit US economic growth.

Will the UK still be able to compete in Eurovision after Brexit?

Are we still allowed to enter the Eurovision Song Contest when we leave the European Union?

Bold reforms needed to achieve 6-6.5% growth in FY21: Experts, industry

Leader Economic Advisory Services at PwC India Ranen Banerjee said attaining the projected growth rate of 6-6.5 per cent will be challenging

Iqbal Qasim replaces Mohsin Khan as chairman of PCB's Cricket Committee

The committee includes Wasim Akram, Umar Gul, Ali Naqvi, Urooj Mumtaz, Wasim Khan and Zakir Khan.

What every Canadian investor needs to know today

A look at the morning’s market action

Housing corporations not building enough homes, regulator says

Housing corporations are still failing to build enough homes, according to a report by the Housing Corporation Authority, part of the Human Environment and Transport Inspectorate. The "State of the

Infor strikes cost-saving partnership with Wellington-Altus

The partnership is a return to a full-service approach that’s worked in the past for founders of both Wellington-Altus and Infor, who came from large investment banks with significant wealth-management divisions

Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos added $13.5 billion to his fortune in 15 minutes

Jeff Bezos may have been the only ultra-wealthy billionaire who failed to get richer in 2019, but he’s making up for it in 2020.

Market LIVE: Sensex, Nifty subdued as Economic Survey throws fiscal, economic challenge for government

Around 3.15 PM, S&P BSE Sensex was trading 0.51 per cent or 209 points lower at 40,703.84 while broader Nifty 50 index breached the crucial 12,000-mark and was ruling at 11,955 points

Parliament approves additional UGX 164b for health sector

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Parliament has approved an additional budget of 164.05 billion shillings to the health sector in the financial year 2020/2021. This followed the adoption of the Budget Committee report on the National Budget Framework Paper in which Members of Parliament recommended additional funds for different activities under the health sector. The …

Warren Buffett’s lesson for companies: keep candid

Apple, Facebook and Microsoft are among the groups depriving investors of information

Too soon to tell economic impact of Wuhan coronavirus on China: IMF chief

It is still too soon to gauge the economic impact of the virus outbreak on China's economy, beyond the first three months of the year, ...

Bitmoji TV launched: New cartoons featuring your Bitmoji every week on Snapchat

Each episode will feature your Bitmoji along with the Bitmojis of your friends play roles in scripted episodes, which have been written by the Bitmoji team.

Friday’s small-cap stocks to watch

Our roundup of Canadian small-caps of between $100-million and $2.5-billion in market capitalization making news and on the move today

India forecasts faster economic growth, warns of fiscal challenge

The government estimates GDP will grow 5% this fiscal year, which ends on March 31. That would be the slowest growth since the global financial crisis of 2008-09

Pakistan opener Abid Ali says Tendulkar is his inspiration

Cricket News: Pakistan's in-form opener Abid Ali says Indian batting great Sachin Tendulkar inspires him and his style of play is heavily influenced by the record-b

The Next AMD Stock Buy Opportunity is Coming … Just Not Yet

Longer-term AMD stock investors have every reason to see more upside in shares, but trimming risk and waiting to accumulate shares on a more meaningful correction is smart business today.

1% Bitcoin No Longer ‘Crazy’ for Portfolios, Says Morgan Creek CEO

Morgan Creek founder and CEO Mark Yusko says Bitcoin is one of the most asymmetric assets he has ever seen in his career as a fund manager.

Economic Survey 2020 to give roadmap for $5 tn economy

Coming at a time when India's nominal economic growth, not adjusted for inflation, has been the worst in 42 years, the Economic Survey, to be presented in parliament by around 12.30 pm, is hugely

Rly passenger volume up by 1.85%, freight loading rose by 5.34% in 2018-2019: Eco Survey

Commenting on the cleanliness parameters of the national transporter, the survey stated that for railways which covers over 8,700 stations and carries around 230 lakh passengers daily with clientele of varied socio-economic backgrounds, cleanliness was a continuous process.

Eurozone economy barely grows in Q4 as France, Italy shrink

BRUSSELS — The eurozone economy, made up of the 19 countries that use the euro, barely grew in the final quarter of 2019 as both France and Italy contracted, official figures showed Friday. In its first estimate for the quarter, statistics agency Eurostat said the eurozone grew by only 0.1% from the previous three-month period. …

Taking a shot at the Disintegration technical beta – distinguished or disinteresting?

With mankind on the brink of extinction after climate change, overpopulation, food shortages and even pandemics, the "near future" world of Disintegration is as 2020s bleak as it comes. Still, it prov

How to remove a big obstacle to buying a house: debt

It’s not impossible to buy a house if you’re in debt, it’s just more challenging. Here are some steps to take.

Bafta Awards ditch goody bags and serve vegan food in bid to be more sustainable

Organisers of the Bafta Awards have announced that this year’s ceremony will be “carbon neutral”. As is the same with many industries, awards shows which are renowned for flying in guests from afar

Council to set aside million for survivors of child abuse

£2million has been set aside to support those who suffered historical abuse.

Macy's tech workers are afraid of losing their jobs as office closings remain unclear

A spokesperson for Macy's told Business Insider that it plans to share details of its three-year strategic plan at an investor day in early February.

Delta, American Airlines suspend China flights amid coronavirus outbreak

Delta and American Airlines are temporarily suspending all of their United States flights to China amid the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.

Rare-earth miner Lynas to build waste treatment plant in Malaysia

Rare-earth mining firm Lynas has reached a deal with the Malaysian state of Pahang to build a waste treatment plant in the country.

Anna Burns-Francis appointed TVNZ's U.S Correspondent

Fair Go reporter, Anna Burns-Francis has been appointed as TVNZ’s new U.S. Correspondent.

QFMA to further boost Qatari capital market: CEO

The Qatar Financial Markets Authority (QFMA) is working to further improve the performance of Qatar’s capital market, which has previously been ranked among top 10 financial markets in the world in various indicators related to measuring capital market performance.

IGR: 36 States, FCT record N986.29bn in 9months

The 36 States of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) recorded Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) of N986.29 billion in...

Megallan Midstream reports weaker net income for fourth quarter, year over year

TULSA — Market-to-market commodity-related adjustments pushed Magellan Midstream Partners’ net income lower in the final quarter of 2019, the company reported on Thursday. Before markets opened, the company reported it earned a fourth-quarter net income of $286.4 million, or $1.25 per unit, on total revenues of about $740.7 million. In the fourth quarter of 2018, it had earned a net income of $314.1 million, or $1.38 per unit, on total revenues of about $865.7 million. Company officials said Magellan’s distributable cash flow for the fourth quarter of 2019 was a record $357.8 million, compared to $302.4 million the same period the previous year. As for the full year, Magellan reported a net income of about

WHO declares global virus emergency

The WHO revises its risk assessment after crisis talks in Geneva.

Nigeria's Separated Conjoined Twins Live Normal Lives

Nigerian twin girls conjoined at the chest and abdomen are now living normal lives, weeks after being successfully separated at the state-owned National Hospital. Medical experts say the operation was the most complicated case of conjoined twins separation in Nigeria.

Bristol City free to sign Leicester City centre-back once Foxes find replacement

The Croatian centre-back is struggling for first team minutes at the King Power under Brendan Rodgers and will be allowed to leave in January

Even This Cheap, It’s Hard to Make a Case for Chesapeake Energy Stock

Could Chesapeake Energy stock rally 20% to 30% from here? Yes. But that doesn't mean CHK stock doesn't have risks. In fact, far from it.

Ginny Di Is Getting Her Own Dice Set That You'll Be Able to Buy in a New Kickstarter Next Month

Chances are that if you play tabletop RPGs, you have a lot of dice. Well, now you may want more dice to add to your collection. Wyrmwood recently revealed that they’re going to be running a Kickstarter towards the end of February, and this time it’s all about dice. They’ve teamed up with Level Up Di

Big corporates opt for WeWork shared office tenancy

The economic downturn and a trend towards flexible office environments see WeWork become home to large enterprises, says WeWork SA GM Stafford Masie.

Cutting down waste: Jakarta's traditional markets to drop single-use plastic bags by July

As an alternative, vendors are expected to educate and provide their customers with ecofriendly bags.

Need to address key challenges in farm sector for doubling farmers' income: Survey

Issues such as investment in agriculture, water conservation, improved yields through better farming practices, access to market, availability of institutional credit, increasing the linkages between agricultural and non-agricultural sectors need urgent attention, it said.

Taliban’s Continued Attacks Show Limits of U.S. Strategy in Afghanistan

The number of attacks, detailed in a quarterly inspector general report, highlights once more the disparity between talking points and the reality on the ground.

Economic Survey: Need to address challenges in farm sector to double income

The food processing sector is growing at an average annual growth rate of more than 5 per cent over the last six years ended 2017-18, it added

Nintendo CEO says no new Switch model this year

The Kyoto-based company has long been rumoured to be preparing an upgraded version of the hybrid home-portable Switch as it nears the end of its third year in the market.

Rockwell Automation Puts Up A Decent Quarter In A Challenging Macro Environment

Rockwell did miss at the segment profit line, but revenue was better than expected and full-year guidance was maintained.Rockwell's digital efforts seem to be gaining some traction, and it looks like

Buy the Bloodshed in Twitter Stock After the Q4 Earnings Release

Twitter stock tumbled badly following the underlying company’s Q3 earnings report and unfortunately, Q4 may not be so hot either. But there are enough positives in this story to warrant a contrarian mindset.

Toyota Corolla Quest: more details revealed

Yesterday we announced that the Toyota Corolla Quest had been revealed and would replace the outgoing model with the 11th-generation’s platform.

Eurozone Preliminary CPI rises 1.4% YoY in Jan, meets estimates

According to Eurostat’s flash reading of Eurozone CPI report, the annual reading came in at +1.4% in October, meeting expectations of +1.4% and +1.3%

Status Yellow warning in place for five counties as we're set for a very windy weekend

After the windy weekend, next week looks set to be dry and settled across the country.

Economic survey predicts GDP to be between 6 and 6.5%, wants government to deliver expeditiously on reforms to revive growth

The Economic Survey 2019-20 tabled in the parliament on Friday predicted the GDP growth between 6% and 6.5% in the fiscal year starting 1 April.

Russia proposes raising Turkish tomato import quota by 50,000 T -RIA

MOSCOW, Jan 31 (Reuters) - Russia's Agriculture Ministry on Friday proposed increasing Turkey's tomato import quota by 50,000 tonnes to 200,000 tonnes, the RIA news agency reported.Russia lifted a ban on vegetable imports from Turkey in November 2017 but set quotas as tensions between the two countries eased after Ankara apologised for downing a Russian military jet. (Reporting by Maria Kiselyova; writing by Tom Balmforth; editing by Jason Neely)© Copyright Thomson Reuters 2020. Click For Restrictions - http://about.reuters.com/fulllegal.asp

Sen. Lamar Alexander's Democratic colleagues are 'disappointed' with his no-witnesses vote, see a silver lining

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Insolvency law reduces resolution time for stressed assets to 340 days: Economic Survey

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Corporate tax cut to mostly benefit less than 1 pc of companies: Survey

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FG targets $150 billion revenue from Zero-oil plan 

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As Coronavirus death toll rises, countries tighten curbs on travel to China

The US and other countries tightened travel curbs on Friday and businesses said they were facing supply problems because of the coronavirus in China.

Rural management curriculum launched in Sikkim

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India's economic growth is expected to "strongly rebound" to 6-6.5 per cent in 2020-21 from 5 per cent estimated in the current fiscal, the Economic Survey said on Friday, adding that the government with a strong mandate has the capacity to expedite reforms.

A little-known trucking company surges nearly 58% after Volkswagen makes a surprise offer to buy

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Did Walmart Waste $3.3 Billion on Jet.com?

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Cases Involving Rs 1.58 Lakh Crore Resolved By IBC Till December; Resolution Time Slashed By 340 Per Cent

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India Set to Move Towards Chinese Model to Expand Exports, Create Jobs

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European Parliament group fires British staffers in post-Brexit ‘restructuring’

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S. Korea's 2nd chartered plane leaves for Wuhan for evacuation

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Amazon tops $1trillion valuation on strong results

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East African airlines suspend China flights due to coronavirus

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Plastic use to be banned soon in Nirmal district

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USD/CHF drops below 0.9700 as markets remain risk-averse

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Army, ITBP Set up Coronavirus Quarantine in Delhi For 300 Students Returning From China

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Govt dropped initial plan on GSTAT set-up, proposal flagged, shows RTI

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IGNOU December term-end TEE results declared, check direct link

IGNOU December exam TEE results 2019: The results are available at the website- ignou.ac.in. The written examinations were conducted from December 1 to 31, 2019

Pvt sector share in National Infra Pipeline to hit 30% by 2025: Eco Survey

Two-thirds of the pipeline is already firmed up; projects of certain states likely to be added to in due course

Economic Survey outlines strategy to achieve $5 trillion economy, says PM Modi

In a social media post, PM Modi said that the Economic Survey, tabled in Parliament today, highlights the government's strategy to achieve $5 trillion economy.

Eco Survey flags 'disproportionate dwarfism' of Indian banks, calls upon PSBs to become efficient

Flagging 'disproportionate dwarfism' of banks, Economic Survey called upon PSBs to become efficient.

Budget 2020: Allow tax exemption on health insurance premium

Animesh Das Head of Product Strategy - ACKO General Insurance It would be a welcome move, if the government will remove the current limits and allow tax exemption on actual/full health insurance premium paid by the taxpayer. 

Lilly posts higher-than-expected profit as new drugs lift outlook

Eli Lilly has posted higher-than-expected profit on the back of increasing demand for its newly launched drugs, despite fighting continued price erosion and pressure in the US. 

Delta, American, and Several Other Airlines Worldwide Suspend Flights To and From China Amid Coronavirus Fears

Delta Air Lines and American Airlines said on Friday that they will suspend all U.S.-China flights for at least several weeks due to the coronavirus outbreak. Delta on Friday said its China service suspension will begin Feb. 6 and last through April 30, but it will continue to operate the service un...

Rail investment ‘fantastic news’ for Northland, says Reade

January 31, 2020

Millions of workers to get an extra £104 as new tax rules come into effect in April

In addition to increasing the NICs threshold the Government will also end the freeze to working age benefits, which has been in place since 2016.

Privatised CPSEs reported better profit, sales after transition: Eco Survey

The survey, tabled in Parliament on Friday, examined the change in performance for each individual central public sector enterprises (CPSE)

Trump's 6 Words Have Social Security Beneficiaries Terrified

Will the Trump administration cut Social Security spending?

Eco Survey sees growth at 6.5% in FY21, calls for easing of deficit target

For the current fiscal, it projected a GDP growth of 5 per cent, the lowest in 11 years, and worsening job prospects

HUL reports 12.95% rise in consolidated net profit at Rs 1,631 cr

The company had posted a net profit of Rs 1,444 crore in the October-December period of the previous fiscal

Maaret al-Numan is a key prize for the army in its push to reconquer Syria's last rebel enclave

Maaret al-Numan (Syria) (AFP) - Once the throbbing heart of the uprising against Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's regime, Maaret al-Numan is an eerie ghost town where few buildings have been spared by nine years of war. Following a major ground offensive, the Syrian army captured the town in the

Govt must support pro-business policies to be a $5-trn economy: Eco Survey

The survey said the exponential rise in India's GDP and GDP per capita post liberalisation coincides with wealth generation in the stock market

Eskom CEO appoints board for planned division into three units

Eskom seeks to drive harder bargain on funding costs-CEO

UK confirms first cases of coronavirus as global concerns mount

The UK confirmed its first two cases of coronavirus infection this morning, after the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the outbreak a global emergency yesterday.

Binance Futures Launches Cardano (ADA) Perpetual Contracts with 75x Leverage

In a blog post published on January 30, 2020, cryptocurrency trading platform Binance announced that it will launch ADA/USDT perpetual contract with up to 75x leverage.

Charges Dropped Against Pentesters Paid To Break Into Iowa Courthouse

Prosecutors have dropped criminal charges against two security professionals who were arrested and jailed last September for breaking into an Iowa courthouse as part of a contract with Iowa's judicial arm. From a report: The dismissal, which was announced on Thursday, is a victory not only for Coalf...

Economic Survey 2019-20: Competition, low tariffs led to financial stress in telecom sector

The data price in the country came down by over 99% during 2016-2019, making it among the lowest tariff in the world, according to the survey.

Nintendo Shares Plummet After Mixed Earnings, Plans for New Switch Axed

Nintendo was down nearly 5% after it reported earnings, and the worst is likely yet to come.

US issues travel advisory for China

WASHINGTON: The United States told its citizens on Thursday night “do not travel” to China, raising its advisory status to the highest level of alert because of the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) epidemic.

Genesis Crypto Lending Firm Hits New Record in Loan Originations in Q4 2019

Over-the-counter digital currency trading and lending firm Genesis has closed the fourth quarter of 2019 with record high loan originations since its inception.

Screen Ireland unveils slate of 40 productions coming to international market

Agency responsible for developing screen industries said sector contributed €357m to economy last year

Oil Climbs as WHO Declares Emergency, but Opposes Travel Restrictions

Oil prices rose on Friday but were still set for a fourth consecutive weekly loss, as markets attempted to assess the economic damage of the coronavirus that has spread from China to around 20 countries, killing more than 200 people. Brent crude LCOc

Pfizer Misses Target, Soft Guidance, And Other News: The Good, Bad And Ugly Of Biopharma

Pfizer missed Q4 target, offers soft guidance.Surface Onco receives IND.PerkinElmer provides lackluster 2020 guidance.

Third-Party Switch Game Sales Have Increased By More Than 50% Year-On-Year

The Wii U days are long gone

Chinese visitors to Vietnam hit record high in Jan - VnExpress International

January saw tourists from China to Vietnam post record high growth though new coronavirus fears prompted the country to clamp down on Chinese arrivals 10 days prior.

Stocks drop amid uncertainty over virus impact; Amazon soars

U.S. stocks fell broadly in midday trading on Wall Street amid ongoing uncertainty about the potential economic impact of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus outbreak that originated in China.

Full-time janitors set to go at seven schools in Lanarkshire

Already, 22 of the 29 smallest schools in the region are forced to rely on a part-time janitor.

Mixed reviews for airline that operated evacuation flight from China to UK

Wamos Air has an overall rating of two-and-a-half out of five on TripAdvisor.

Peperami Tries to be Edgy by Offering Free Meat Tubes Outside Popular Vegan Hangouts

Today is the last day of Veganuary, that pretend month-long holiday where some people will try to go vegan and see how long they can last without eating meat, cheese, or something else like that. Obviously the hope is some people will find that it's super easy, and adopt the vegan lifestyle full time, or at least until the call for ice cream becomes unavoidable.

Fintech Become Tops $200 Million in Loans Matched between Online Lenders and SMEs

Become, formerly known as Lending Express, has surpassed $200 million in matching online lending to SMEs in need of growth capital. The news was revealed in a r

Haaland: Dortmund paid Father 10m euros to secure signing

Borussia Dortmund's signing of Erling Haaland is set to cost them a lot more than the 20 million euros stated by the club.

Lebanese bonds tumble as uncertainty increases

"Lebanese debt is currently trading at a large discount and investors have already priced in a restructuring," Saeb El Zein, a financial markets expert told Annahar.

RON97 price drops 8 sen, RON95 and diesel unchanged for week of Feb 1

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — The retail price of RON97 petrol dropped 8 sen to RM2.41 a litre, while RON95 and diesel are maintained at RM2.08 and RM2.18 a litre, respectively, effective midnight until February 7. The Ministry of Finance, in a statement today, announced that based on the calculations...

High Commissioner to Tuvalu announced - Peters

Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters today announced the appointment of diplomat Matt Howell as New Zealand’s High Commissioner to Tuvalu.

Woodbridge Regatta breaks tradition with hopes of Bank Holiday bonanza

Woodbridge is breaking tradition this year by holding its annual regatta in May instead of the traditional summer months.

Budget 2020: How FM Nirmala Sitharaman's fiscal deficit math is likely to move Sensex, Nifty on Feb 1

Budget 2020: An increase in fiscal deficit target in view of the ongoing economic slowdown may not negatively impact the market since elevated level of expenditure is expected to result in higher demand in Indian economy

Amazon hits 500K force

Need more proof that Amazon is big? It came this week.

Sunlit uplands? Forecast offers bright outlook for UK’s first post-Brexit day

Following a tumultuous three-and-a-half-years, even the February 1 weather forecast is split along Leave-Remain lines.

Canada not rushing to post-Brexit deal with Britain, as business urges calm

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he is confident that Britain's exit from the European Union later today will be an orderly process with minimal disruption to Canadian trade and investment.

Report: Sampdoria in talks with Juan Foyth as Tottenham reportedly agree loan deal

Tottenham have reportedly agreed to loan out their defender Juan Foyth to Italian top-flight club Sampdoria. According to Il Secolo XIX, Spurs have reached an agreement with the Serie A side to loan them the 22-year-old for the rest of the season. It is understood that the centre-back is now in discussions about a potential […]Tottenham have reportedly agreed to loan defender Juan Foyth to Sampdoria, with perosnal talks now underway.

Interior Min.: Land and sea crossings close to recent visitors to China

Interior Min. Deri orders Israel's borders closed to those who were recently in China - with one catch.

Tongaat shares back to JSE trading on Monday

It suspended trading on June 10 after revelations of accounting irregularities that saw its share plummet some 75% last year.

HBC board unanimously backs Baker offer in amended and stated circular

The board of directors of Hudson's Bay Co. has unanimously recommended shareholders support a sweetened offer to take the retailer private.

‘Bring back Tamils stranded in China’

MaduraiThe Madurai Bench of Madras High Court on Friday sought a response from the Centre and State on a petition that sought a direction to facilitate the return of Tamils stranded in China in the wa

Mixed reviews for airline that operated evacuation flight from China to UK

Wamos Air has an overall rating of two-and-a-half out of five on TripAdvisor.

Britain Is Finally Leaving the European Union Today. Here's What Will Change

It's Brexit day on Jan. 31

10 of the most overpriced items at airports you should never buy

Every frequent flyer knows that when it comes to the airport, it’s best to keep your wallet safely tucked away in order to avoid overspending.

Oyo rubbishes reports of large-scale partner loss, and exiting businesses

Currently, Oyo largely operates under three models - franchisee, leased and owned assets. The rooms under the franchisee model accounts for the largest number of its inventory of nearly 3 lakh rooms in India

Pinterest Stock Should Spark Investors’ Interest With This New Feature

Pinterest just introduced “Try On,” the companies spin on augmented reality. What does this mean for Pinterest stock?

Increased funding to help schools reorganisation

Increased funding will “stabilise” Powys County Council's creaking schools and education service to allow it to go through a reorganisation, councillors have been told.

Expert: Taxes beat bans for promoting reusable bags

More places are restricting or banning plastic bags at the store. A professor of economics and public policy says taxes better push people to reusable.

Chainlink Boosts Ethereum DeFi with New Price Reference Data Networks

Chainlink’s Price Reference Data oracle networks vastly expand the amount of secure and reliable data accessible to Ethereum Dapps

China says U.S. move to raise travel warning is inappropriate

BEIJING (Reuters) - The United States’ decision to raise its warning level for travel to China is not in line with the facts and is inappropriate, a spokeswoman at the Chinese foreign ministry, Hua Chunying, said on Friday on the ministry’s website.

Market watch: KSE-100 falls 273 points owing to global sell-off

Benchm­ark index decrea­ses 0.65% to settle at 41,630.93

Rihanna is the world's richest female musician — from yachting trips on the French Riviera to a staff that includes a chef and personal trainers, see how she spends her $600 million fortune, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - While Rihanna is known to spend lavishly on beauty, fashion, and accessories, her favorite way to spend her fortune is on others.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

HUL to increase soap prices by 5-6 pc

According to HUL Chief Financial Officer Srinivas Phatak, prices of palm oil in the last six months have gone up by 25 to 30 per cent. "We would take the prices up in the soap part of our portfolio. We would be looking to price up between 5 to 6 per cent and they would come in a phased manner," Phatak said in a post-earnings conference call.

DAR exceeds 2019 targets in training, supporting farmer beneficiaries

The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) trained 467,890 agrarian reform beneficiaries last year, greatly exceeding its targets for the enhancement of their human, financial, and physical capital.

Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order now aims to sell 10 million units by March

During Electronic Arts' Q3 earnings call, the company noted that its predictions for Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order had been beaten. The game is now expected to sell 10 million copies by March 2020.

Hwy 1 to close overnight

UPDATE: 3:20 p.m. Avalanche control work on the Trans-Canada Highway will close the route overnight between Revelstoke and Golden.

Billionaire Lawrence Stroll takes stake in ailing carmaker Aston Martin

Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll will take a roughly 20per cent stake in Aston Martin for nearly 200 million pounds (US$263 million) as the ...

Erdogan hits out at Arab ‘treason’ over Donald Trump plan

He questioned their silence on the issue

Mixed reviews for airline that operated evacuation flight from China to UK

Wamos Air has an overall rating of two-and-a-half out of five on TripAdvisor.

First Kondo, now cosy: but do you have to buy into lifestyle trends?

Beware the tricks of consumer capitalism

Thiem to seek inspiration from Djokovic wins

MELBOURNE, Jan 31 — Dominic Thiem will watch a treasured home movie of his recent win over Novak Djokovic at the season-ending ATP Tour Finals as he seeks inspiration to take down the defending champion Serb in the Australian Open decider. Austrian Thiem booked his maiden final at Melbourne Park...

HBC board unanimously backs Baker offer in amended and stated circular

TORONTO — The board of directors of Hudson's Bay Co. has unanimously recommended shareholders support a sweetened offer to take the retailer private.

Trudeau predicts orderly Brexit with minimal trade, investment disruption

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he is confident that Britain's exit from the European Union later today will be an orderly process with minimal disruption to Canadian trade and investment.

'Feel good' Budget may see cut in tax rate, sops for social sectors

To cushion the impact on collections, these tweaks might be accompanied by rationalisation in tax rebates

Novartis Revenue Jumps, And Other News: The Good, Bad And Ugly Of Biopharma

Novartis revenue jumps but net income falls for Q4.Hepion's CRV431 produces positive data.Amphastar gets a CRL.

Mega Millions, Powerball tickets bring in $500K of sales on first day in Mississippi

The Mega Millions and Powerball debuts in Mississippi were a hit.

Baguio cancels Panagbenga, related events as nCov precaution

Following the World Health Organization’s (WHO) declaration of the novel coronavirus or the 2019-nCoV acute respiratory disease (ARD) as a global health emergency, Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong announced Friday the cancellation of the famed Panagbenga Festival’s opening parade on Saturday (Feb. 1).

Sunlit uplands? Forecast offers bright outlook for UK’s first post-Brexit day

Following a tumultuous three-and-a-half-years, even the February 1 weather forecast is split along Leave-Remain lines.

3M Company: Buy The Crisis, Collect The Dividends, And Sell The Turnaround

3M is absorbing substantial restructuring costs and just announced 1,500 layoffs.The market's reaction to recent news is not totally unjustified, but we are not so easily swayed. Stoic investing is we

Gallup: Credit Unions Feel The Love

The notion that credit unions (CUs) play country mouse to their more worldly banking cousins is beyond flawed, as a recent poll by the Gallup organization showed. Delving into customer sentiments across measures – including "helps me reach my financial goals" and "puts my financial well-being ahead of the interests of the bank" – Gallup found that credit unions are crushing it. Banks, not nearly as much. Banks did not surpass credit unions in any criterion used by Gallup. In fact, it wasn't even close. Though respondents had generally positive feelings about banks – for example, about financial institutions (FIs) being helpful during difficult life events – the focus on relationship-building and more personalized forms of finance have given credit unions the edge. For those who capitalize on it, the advantage will come in handy as FIs shapeshift their way to greater customer-centricity. How CUs sustain their unique brand of customer loyalty is among the core insights from the latest

PETA says its Colin Kaepernick-inspired Super Bowl ad rejected by Fox

PETA also says the NFL put pressure on the network.

Trade setup for Budget day: Nifty has strong support at 11,900, 11,850

On the upside, NSE Nifty has resistance at 12,125 and 12,200 levels.

US: Income growth is not what it used to be – Wells Fargo

Data released on Friday in the US showed that personal income rose 0.2% and spending 0.3% in December. Despite a tight labor market, year-over-year re

Consumer Sentiment Jumps Higher

Consumer sentiment was bolstered by record low unemployment, record gains in income, and near record lows in inflation. | Economy

A Few Short-Term Challenges Don't Cancel Ingersoll-Rand's Strong HVAC Results

Ingersoll-Rand's fourth quarter results were not strong as reported, with a $0.06/share miss at the operating line, but underlying HVAC performance was very good.Thermo King is going through its cycli

5 Business Travel Trends to Watch in 2020

Be aware of this travel forecast to help you get the most out of your travels.

Miners Accumulating Ethereum at a Rapid Rate May Take ETH to Record High

The Ethereum  (ETH) price could explode to record highs on the backs of an optimistic accumulation behavior. Data provided by cryptocurrency market

Airbus agrees to pay 3.6 billion euros to settle corruption probes

Airbus is set to pay a massive 3.6 billion euros ($4 billion) in fines to Britain, France and the US to settle corruption inquiries sparked..

The revitalisation of Limerick's O'Connell street takes a step forward

Plans to revitalise Limerick's main thoroughfare took a step forward this week.

High Commissioner to Tuvalu Announced

Rt Hon Winston Peters

Japan urges citizens not to travel to China because of virus

TOKYO — The Japanese Foreign Ministry on Friday urged its citizens not to travel to China because of the possibility of the further spread of a new virus.

Two women find success after New Year’s resolutions, encourage others to keep moving

Two women who started New Year’s resolutions in 2019 have reached their goals and are continuing their journey to live a healthier lifestyle. Now, they are sharing their stories in hopes of motivating others to not give up on 2020 resolutions.

Lori Vallow didn't meet the Thursday deadline to turn her kids over to the state. Their grandma believes the 'monster' will face consequences.

Vallow had until Thursday to turn her children over to the state of Idaho. She missed it and is believed to still be in Hawaii.

Economic Survey: Building blocks for 'wealth creation' and $5-trn economy

Here is a snapshot of some of the 'new ideas' for the economy that the Survey focuses on

Nordea Appoints Virgin Money’s Ian Smith As New CFO & Head of Group Finance

Finland-based banking group Nordea Bank announced on Thursday it has appointed Virgin Money's CFO Ian Smith as its new CFO and Head of Group Finance. According to Nordea, Smith has an extensive background in the financial services sector in the UK and has held senior positions as a banking audit partner and later as Financial Services M&A leader at Deloitte. He also previously served as Director of Group Finance at Lloyds Banking Group plc and

Philips Ambilight TVs have had another price drop – but it won’t be around for long

Enjoy an even more immersive visual experience with this Philips TV's ambient lighting capabilities, now available for under £400.

TRAVEL WARNING: US State Department issues 'do not travel' warning to China as coronavirus spreads

The U.S. State Department has issued a "do not travel" warning to China as concerns grow over the coronavirus.

Long-suffering Zimbabwe cricketers to have salaries cut

In the latest blow, Zimbabwe was banned from international competitions for three months last year by the International Cricket Council because of government interference in the running of the national board.

China auto sector braces, hopes coronavirus impact is short-lived

SHANGHAI/BEIJING (Reuters) - The new coronavirus epidemic is likely to wreak havoc on China auto sales and production in the first quarter, but it is too early to push panic buttons as ground could be made up later in the year, industry executives said. Dongfeng Motor Group and its partners Honda Motor, Renault and PSA all have factories there. "We expect (China) vehicle production to decline 3% for the full year, with production down 15% in the first quarter, including the extended new year s

Exxon quarterly profit falls 5.2% on weak refining, chemical margins

HOUSTON (Reuters) - Exxon Mobil Corp (XOM.N) on Friday reported a 5.2% drop in fourth-quarter profit on weaknesses in chemicals and refining and flat oil and gas output, with asset sales helping to stem the decline.

Global tax rules set for overhaul as states seek to avoid new trade war

PARIS (Reuters) - Outdated cross-border tax rules are set to be rewritten after 137 states sought this week to avoid a new trade war over the global multiplication of taxes on digital services.

Forty temporarily laid off at Cork hotel as doubts raised over long-term future

Staff at the Blarney hotel and golf resort were hoping against hope that the hotel would reopen tomorrow following its regular January closure.

A bookstore in Canada is filled with adorable foster kittens that customers can adopt, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Customers can read, drink coffee, and play with adorable cats at the Otis & Clementine's Books & Coffee shop in Canada.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

US: UoM Consumer Confidence rose to 99.8 in January from 99.3 in December

The University of Michigan's Survey of Consumers revealed that the Index of Consumer Sentiment in January improved to 99.8 from 99.3 in December. This

Telus offers $75 20GB Peace of Mind plan yet again

If you missed out on Telus' $75 20GB offer the first two times, the Vancouver-based carrier is giving you another chance to sign up.

Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order beats EA's expectations, aiming to sell 10 million copies by March

During Electronic Arts' Q3 earnings call, the company noted that its predictions for Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order had been beaten. The game is now expected to sell 10 million copies by March 2020.

Low levels of air pollution may add to cardiac arrest risk

All it takes is short-term exposure to fine-particle air pollution from cars and bushfires to increase the risk of cardiac arrest, a new study warns.

Coca-Cola Is the Most Conservative Investment You Can Make

Coca-Cola stock was a star in the January market, but don't be fooled. This is a slow-growing dividend aristocrat.

Good start, companies — now keep raising wages!, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - We've been heading toward a "Better Capitalism," but if we're going to fix the American economy, companies need to keep raising wages.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Economic Survey 2020 Details 'slump In 2019' But Predicts 'rebound To Achieve $5 Trillion'

A day before the Union Budget is presented, CEA Krishnamurthy Subramanian on Friday, presented the Economic Survey 2020 which spoke of how difficult 2019 was

Zendaya wore a dress with daring cutouts, giant pockets, and a split sleeve on the red carpet, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Zendaya's latest outfit is further proof that she's one of the best-dressed stars on the red carpet.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Thiem to seek inspiration from Djokovic wins

MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Dominic Thiem will watch a treasured home movie of his recent win over Novak Djokovic at the season-ending ATP Tour Finals as he seeks inspiration to take down the defending champion Serb in the Australian Open decider.

Three arrests as €1.6m worth of drugs seized by gardaí

Three people have been arrested in connection with the seizure of more than €1.6 million worth of heroin and cocaine, as well as €700,000 in cash, during a number of searches in the Leinster area.

Delta, American Airlines suspend China flights amid coronavirus outbreak

Delta and American Airlines are temporarily suspending all of their United States flights to China amid the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.

Elon Musk Just Dropped A Chill EDM Track 'Don't Doubt ur Vibe' That Doesn't Suck

The world is a strange place when meme lord Elon Musk is dropping music.

Sally Ann Matthews doesn't want a Coronation Street live episode

The soap turns 60 later this year

Malaysia to send 18 million medical gloves to Wuhan for healthcare workers amid coronavirus outbreak

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian government will be sending 18 million pieces of medical gloves to healthcare workers in Wuhan amid an escalating ...

I would buy NAB and these blue chip ASX dividend shares

National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB) and these blue chip ASX dividend shares could be great options for income investors...

7 Large-Cap Stocks to Buy For Insulation From Volatility

Recent market volatility on the back of coronavirus fears makes this a good time stock up on quality stocks with long-term stability.

Airbus Agrees to Pay $10Mln Fine for Violating US Arms Export Control Act - Statement

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - Aircraft manufacturer Airbus has agreed to pay a $10 million fine for allegedly violating the US Arms Export Control Act by providing false information about its compliance with existing rules on arms sales overseas, the US Department of State said in a statement on Friday.

Investors Should Forget Aurora Cannabis and Buy GWPH Stock Instead

Demand for legal cannabis is not as strong as bulls predicted. As a result, investors should avoid big names like Aurora stock.

Canberra-Sydney high-speed rail bid was always too expensive

Cabinet documents have revealed the real story behind the Speedrail bid, which came so close to reality 20 years ago.

GCB Bank unveils first G-Money Mobile Wallet

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Ease of doing business: How India moved up the ranks and the road ahead

Economic survey 2019-20: The new blueprint

7 Underappreciated Foreign Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

This is a great time to add the benefits of diversification to your portfolio with some attractive foreign dividend stocks.

Watch: Anti-Police Activists Plan to 'F*ck Sh*t Up' in Protests Against NYPD

Anti-police activists are planning to "fuck shit up" in protests against the New York City Police Department.

Piper Sandler Companies (PIPR) CEO Chad Abraham on Q4 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Piper Sandler Companies (NYSE:PIPR) Q4 2019 Earnings Conference Call January 31, 2020 09:00 AM ET Company Participants Chad Abraham - Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Deb Schoneman - President T

EU bank regulators lay out tougher doomsday stress test

EBA factors in period of ‘low for longer’ rates and 4%-plus economic contraction

The cheapest AirPod prices, sales, and deals in February 2020

The Apple AirPods have an MSRP of $159/£159/AU$249. Let's see if we can find a better price for you today though.

With Bellbrook-Sugarcreek deficit looming, state proposes drastic cuts

BELLBROOK — With a deficit looming for Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Schools, representatives from the Ohio Auditor’s Office shared a dozen recommendations to cut district spending.

Coronavirus shadow overseafood exports to China

MPEDA Chairman, however says the impact is minimal

New green dawn: Advocates hope ACT's cannabis laws pave way for open market

Advocates have welcomed Canberra's contentious new cannabis regime, hoping it sparks a broader public discussion about drug law reform and paves the way for a...

Billionaire Bloomberg floods Democratic primary with cash

DES MOINES, Iowa — Billionaire Michael Bloomberg spent roughly $180 million in the month after his late entry into the Democratic presidential primary, a staggering sum that’s drastically more than all other leading contenders spent during much of the past year combined. Since his entry into the race in late November, the former New York …

Google-Backed 1Life Healthcare Surges 58% in Trading Debut

1Life Healthcare Inc., a provider of tech-driven primary care clinics under the One Medical brand, closed its first day of trading up 58% after raising $245 million in an initial public offering.

Fiscal deficit hits 132% of full-year target

The deficit was 112.4% of 2018-19 Budget Estimate (BE) in the corresponding period.

Jane Fonda To Bring Friday Drill Fridays To California, Announces First Demonstration In Los Angeles

Jane Fonda is wrangling more Friday Drill Friday supporters. The actress, who kicked started FDF demonstrations in Washington DC, hoping to get government leaders to address the climate crisis, announced that she will launch FDF's next phase across California, specifically in Los Angeles. Fonda has enlisted a number of her famous friends, including her "Grace…

[Deal] Save up to 36% on these discounted Anker accessories

Whether it's keeping your smartphone charged up, listening to the SuperBowl, or chilling while a robot vacuum cleans the floor for you, Anker has something

How Idexx Laboratories Beat Expectations in Q4

The animal health company boosted its full-year 2020 earnings guidance, too.

NSE: All-Share Index closes trading for January at 28,843.53

The All-Share Index of the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) on Friday closed trading for the month of January below 29,000 mark following the dominance of the bears.

A Singapore couple just paid US$2 million for a crazy romantic staycation, featuring 10,000 roses, diamond chopsticks, and a 18-course meal on a private jet, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Crazy Rich Asians IRL.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Coronavirus: US airline suspends flights to China

Following the devastating spread of the airborne disease, Coronavirus, a United States (US)'s airlines, Delta, has suspends flights bound to China.

It's easier to buy a gun in Delhi than to set up a restaurant: Economic Survey

"Although India has significantly reduced the time and cost of starting a business, a lot more needs to be done," it said.

Gig Workers Have Nowhere to Pee

"We’re spending more money at restaurants than a customer would spend on the same order, and many of us would just like to wash our hands when we pick up food."

Delta and American Airlines suspend all flights to mainland China over coronavirus

Delta and American Airlines are halting all flights to mainland China over concerns of the deadly coronavirus.

Pimentel: Temporary travel ban on trips from China ‘reasonable’ amid nCoV threat

Senator Aquilino

EAM Jaishankar thanks Chinese FM Wang Yi for help in evacuation of Indians from Wuhan

After his telephonic conversation with Wang, Jaishankar, in a tweet, said both sides agreed to stay in touch as China dealt with the challenge of the coronavirus. India on Friday sent an Air India flight to bring back Indians stuck in Wuhan after China granted the required permission.

Screen Ireland hopes for happy ending despite Brexit sadness

Chief executive Désirée Finnegan signals return of cherished slate funding for producers

Bitcoin’s System is The Only Way to Build Cryptocurrency: Investment Firm Exec

Founder of Morgan Creek Capital, Mark Yusko, believes Bitcoin’s Proof of Work (PoW) consensus is the only viable protocol on which to build a digital

Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (BR) CEO Tim Gokey on Q2 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE:BR) Q2 2020 Earnings Conference Call January 31, 2020 08:30 AM ET Company Participants Edings Thibault - Head of Investor Relations Tim Gokey - Chief Executi

Financial Institutions, Inc. (FISI) CEO Marty Birmingham on Q4 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Financial Institutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:FISI) Q4 2019 Results Conference Call January 31, 2020 08:30 AM ET Company Participants Shelly Doran - Director, Investor and External Relations, EVP and General C

Buy the JPY, sell the AUD? – Rabobank

"At the bottom of the G10 league since January 21 are the NOK, the AUD and the NZD," note Rabobank analysts. Key quotes "These three currencies have b

VC Deals: AbbVie Joins $50M For Inflammatory Disease Treatments

Welcome to Seeking Alpha’s Venture Capital Deals of the Week. Follow this account and turn on the e-mail alert to receive VCDeals in your inbox on Friday afternoons. AbbVie Ventures (NYSE:ABBV) partic

3 ASX mining shares with dividend yields over 10%

If you're looking for huge income shares today then Whitehaven Coal Ltd (ASX: WHC) and these two mining companies definitely fit the bill.

Amazon stock soars following strong Q4 earnings report

Amazon shares are soaring after the e-commerce giant announced fourth quarter earnings that smashed expectations.

Bank of Ghana keeps policy rate unchanged at 16 percent

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DOMO Chemicals completes acquisition of Solvay’s European polyamides business

DOMO Chemicals (Ghent, Belgium; www.domochemicals.com) has completed its acquisition of Solvay’s Performance Polyamides Business in Europe. This Business i

Vedanta profit rises 49% to ₹2,348 crore

Revenue, however, drops 10% to to ₹21,126 crore

Neemuchwala resigns after 4 years as Wipro CEO citing 'family commitments'

The board of directors has begun the process of looking for the next CEO, the company told the stock exchanges

China Reports Nearly 10,000 Coronavirus Cases

The World Health Organization says the worldwide spread of the virus is a global health emergency, as well as an "extraordinary event" requiring a coordinated international response.

Banking services hit as employees strike work in Prakasam

20% hike in pay, five-day working week top their demand list

Chevron reports worst quarterly loss in a decade

Jan. 31 (UPI) -- Chevron on Friday reported its worst quarterly loss in a decade -- $6.6 billion for the last three months of 2019, due mainly to a write-off of its Appalachian shale production sites.

HUL volume growth surprises, profit before tax up 14% in December quarter

The company's volume growth is also ahead of the overall FMCG sector's

‘Death of Rose’ Looks to Offer Story-Driven Horror Experience

Indie dev Artur Łączkowski has something for you this February if you’re looking for a story-driven horror thriller. Death of Rose (which you can find on Steam) is the first instalment of a “unique horror experience”, focusing on the relationship between two friends that just so happens to involve exploring an abandoned school. Scott lives […]

Privatised CPSEs reported better profit, sales after transition: Economic Survey

Most privatised CPSE witnessed improvement in net worth, profit, gross revenue and sales growth after the transition, the Economic Survey has said.

Mexico returns migrants heading to US

Mexico foreign ministry deports migrant 'troublemakers' heading to US.

PS4 game sales top 1 billion all-time, says Sony

More than 274 million games sold in 2019

Delta flight attendants fight back against Boeing and a system they claim fed them 'toxic' air

The system in question takes air from an aircraft's engines and brings it into the cabin for pressurization and air conditioning.

Mikel Arteta "happy" with Arsenal's January transfer business

The Gunners boss has more options in defence after the club made two signings this week.

Countryside service cuts planned

Cuts of £150,000 suggested as part of proposals for a council's housing and community development service could see staff replaced by volunteers.

LifeLabs data breach update

New evidence shows 4.7 million people in B.C. may have had their privacy breached following a hack at LifeLabs.

Rs 7,000 crore worth of transactions hit due to bank strike in Tamil Nadu

All India Bank Employees Association (AIBEA) general secretary CH Venkatachalam told Express that nine lakh cheques worth Rs 7,000 crore in the state could not be processed due to the bank strike.

Court strikes out MTN Nigeria’s suit against AGF, as FIRS, Customs take over tax probe

The Federal High Court has struck out MTN Nigeria's lawsuit against the Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami.

EA is happy with Jedi: Fallen Order's sales

EA had high hopes for Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, but its expectations have been surpassed. Respawn's singleplayer narrative-driven Star Wars game has already outperformed its sales targets. In EA's recent third quarter financial ear...

Ibrahimovic and Eriksen transfers highlight Italy's market

Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s return to AC Milan and Christian Eriksen’s move to Inter Milan were the most high-profile signings in Italy during the transfer window.

Outflows lead to restrictions on Aviva property funds

Investors in two Aviva Life and Pensions commercial property funds have been told they cannot withdraw their money for six months because of recent net outflows.

France Agrees to End Airbus Corruption Probe in $4B Deal

A French court has approved an agreement with Airbus that would see the planemaker pay up to $4 billion to end years of corruption investigations by three countries.

New $2.35M U of S research chair targets beef industry sustainability

Dr. Cheryl Waldner will work with the beef industry to address producer priorities, like improving herd health and managing antibiotic use.

China locked down 50 million people and has to keep them fed | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

BEIJING >> Carrying permits demanding “fast passage,” truck drivers rushed a 560-ton shipment of disinfectant from eastern China to Wuhan, the locked-down city of 11 million people at the center of a vast effort to contain a new viral disease.

ITC Q3 pre-tax profit rises 4.5% to Rs 5049 cr on hotels, agro businesses

The company said that the macro-economic environment continues to be adversely impacted as reflected in GDP growth, and persistent weakness in consumption demand and investments

Big Fizzle: MoviePass Passes Away

And so it all ends in disappointment, like the umpteenth installment of a Stallone or Schwarzenegger franchise. For MoviePass and its parent company, filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy earlier this week means that what promised to disrupt an industry that has been around for more than a century – the movie business, of course – has itself been disrupted, and had been since the service was shut down in September. The filing means the companies will be sold, and the funds distributed to creditors. Those creditors include a list of more than 12,000 subscribers, and as the math works out, each of them may get about $100 in liquidation – if they get paid at all. The final shuttering comes after at least some subscribers complained that their cards were still being charged, even when the MoviePass service had gone dormant. Turns out the movie ticket subscription business has relatively low barriers to entry. MoviePass launched in 2011, was famed for its $10 monthly subscription service that allowed

Is your child hooked on digital devices? These researchers hope to help.

The work could create a standard set of questions that pediatricians across the country can ask parents to gauge whether children are showing signs of compulsive screen use.

Survey trusts free markets to create wealth

CEA Krishnamurthy Subramanian suggests many micro solutions for macro problems

Soggy January: Rain of ‘almost biblical proportions’ fell on Vancouver Island

Rain is expected in Greater Victoria over the next few days, but nothing like the amount that has been falling on much of the rest of Vancouver Island. The volume of rain in many Island . . .

Stocks decline as coronavirus keeps traders on edge

Stocks fell broadly Friday, the final day of the month, as traders tried to assess the potential economic impact of China’s fast-spreading coronavirus while weighing earnings from Caterpillar and Amazon.

Atari to open video game-themed resorts in US cities

The company said it will break ground on its first hotel later this year in Phoenix.

When It Comes To Cannabis Plays, Stay Away From Aurora Stock

Without a clear strategic plan to lower Aurora Cannabis's debt pile, a bet on Aurora stock would be nothing more than a gamble.

Celebs Pressure Studio Execs to Cut Funding to NRA-Linked Politicians

Hollywood's hypocritical gun control elites, including Alyssa Milano, Julianne Moore, Darryl Hannah, Amy Schumer, and others are applying pressure on studio executives to cut ties with the NRA.

UPDATED: Airlines canceling China flights over Wuhan coronavirus outbreak

As we’ve been blogging here at Boing Boing, the Wuhan coronavirus continues to spread, and airlines have begun suspending flights to and from China, where most confirmed cases are located. • …

Saudi International: Perez moves clear in Saudi Arabia as Johnson, Mickelson and Koepka need big weekend

Brooks Koepka, Dustin Johnson and Phil Mickelson may struggle to land the Saudi International title after Victor Perez took control.

How Political Changes Could Impact Walmart Stock

With a high forward P/E, Walmart stock is priced for perfection. Watch out for political changes this year, which may impact shares.

Amazon Sees Upgrades All Around Wall Street Following Solid Cash Flow, Operating Income

Web hosting services seller and online retailer Amazon.com, Inc is seeing fresh optimism from Wall Street following strong revenue growth.

'Feel good' Budget may see cut in tax rate, sops for social sectors

FM is expected to pull out all stops to spur demand and investment, govt sources and economists said.

Here’s how much Jawaani Jaaneman is expected to earn today

Jawaani Jaaneman is a film that was surrounded by a lot hype  ever since the trailer released. Along with the interesting pairing of Saif Ali Khan and Tabu, the film also brought a fresh face to the big screen in Alaya Furniturewala. The film also feature remakes of songs like Saif Ali Khan’s Ole Ole and Jazzy B’s Gallan Kardi.

TS plans S-Hub with ₹25 cr. seed fund

Incubator to promote start-ups, sanitation and waste water recycling

3 main US airlines suspend flights between US and China over coronavirus

Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and United Airlines 

Delta flight attendants fight back against Boeing and a system they claim fed them 'toxic' air

Delta flight attendants are suing Boeing following an incident where they claim “toxic” air flowed into the cabin during a routine flight, the Chicago Tribune reported.

Corona virus: BMW extends factory vacation in China

The current plant vacation to celebrate the New Year will be extended by one week until February 9 in all three BMW Group plants in China

Female Firefighter And Instagram Hottie Presley Pritchard Says She Was Fired For Racy Posts

‘It was just always like walking on eggshells there,’ she said of her job with Evergreen Fire Rescue. A former female firefighter claims she was fired from her job for posting racy photos ...

Jean-Claude Juncker: 'Brexit was a waste of time and energy'

A few hours away from the United Kingdom officially leaving the European Union, former EU Commission president Jean-Claude Juncker shared his thoughts in an interview with FRANCE 24. He told our Euro…

Matthews International Corporation (MATW) CEO Joseph Bartolacci on Q1 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Start Time: 09:00 End Time: 09:23 Matthews International Corporation (NASDAQ:MATW) Q1 2020 Earnings Conference Call January 31, 2020, 09:00 AM ET Company Participants Joseph Bartolacci - President and

Your business week: Halo Business Angel Network, SFA Business Connect 2020

Expert insight on hand from conference in Co Wicklow organised by Enterprise Ireland

Tractor Supply's Shopper Trends Turn Negative

The retailer blamed unusually warm winter weather for a sharp growth slowdown over the holiday season.

Rand tumbles to 11-week low as coronavirus, power cuts weigh

The rand fell by nearly 4% over the week.

Women and Brexit: Will they be hit the hardest?

As Britain leaves the European Union, we take a look at what impact Brexit will have on women in the UK. We talk to Roberta Guerrina, a professor of E.U. gender politics at Bristol University. Also t…

Wealthy are to be offered huge tax breaks by Uruguay’s new president to lure them to the country’s coastal resorts and help boost the economy as other South American countries crumble

Luis Lacalle Pou says he wants to offer residency to up to 200,000 by slashing the minimum amount of property foreigners need to buy to qualify.

ITC Q3 net profit grows 29% to Rs 4,048 crore

Net sales increased 5.71 per cent during the December quarter this fiscal to Rs 13,220.30 crore, as opposed to Rs 12,506.05 crore in the corresponding period a year ago

Economic Survey: Take a cue from China to create 40 million jobs by 2025

Economic Survey: Take a cue from China to create 40 million jobs by 2025 Survey suggests integration of Assembling in India into Make in India

Mahumapelo: DA's bid to oust Mkhwebane and divide ANC will fail

The ANC will never vote with the DA to remove Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane, says ANC MP and former North West premier Supra Mahumapelo.

EUR/USD approaches a 1.1100 as the US dollar drops further versus majors

The EUR/USD pair rose further and printed a fresh weekly high at 1.1090. So far today it gained more than fifty pips, having the best daily performanc

Thalinomics in times of rising prices: Veg, non-veg thalis more affordable, says Eco Survey

Calling it 'Thalinomics', Krishnamurthy V Subramanian compared price of standard veg and non-veg meal plates across the country to say that affordability as a factor of daily wage has improved overtime, indicating improved welfare of the common person.

FG strengthens response plan to stop importation of coronavirus

FG says it has strengthened its preparedness and action plan in collaboration with relevant stakeholders to stop coronavirus from...

NY Fed's GDP Nowcast fell to 1.5% for first quarter of 2020 from 1.7%

"Yesterday’s advance estimate from the Commerce Department of real GDP growth for 2019:Q4 was 2.1%. The latest New York Fed Staff Nowcast was 1.2%," n

realme 5 Pro Chroma White Malaysia release: only 500 units available at RM999

realme has officially announced that their Valentine Edition realme 5 Pro Chroma White will be available in Malaysia from 4 February 2020 at 12AM onwards on Shopee. Do note that there will be 500 units available, so act fast if you are interested in getting one for yourself.

Atari to open video game-themed resorts in US cities

The company said it will break ground on its first hotel later this year in Phoenix.

Is 2020 set to be the year for farmers to act or to take stock?

East Anglian farmers wanting to buy or sell land should

Uber Stock: A 2020 Survival Guide

The leading ridesharing service is revving up this year after a dud rookie season. Let's see what needs to happen for things to stay that way.

Atari to open video game-themed resorts in US cities

The company said it will break ground on its first hotel later this year in Phoenix.

Wipro: A new CEO should go beyond the tried and tested

Wipro on Friday said its CEO & MD has resigned from the company citing family commitments. A statement from the company said the Board of Directors has initiated a search to identify the next

Turkey appreciates Bulgaria's approach to bilateral ties, FM Çavuşoğlu says

Turkey appreciates Bulgaria's attitude toward the country, Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu said Friday in the Bulgarian capital Sofia, highlighting the...

Twitter brutally mocks Sajid Javid for 'north England' blunder

'North England' is trending as Twitter users mock the Chancellor of the Exchequer's clumsy phrasing on a visit to Sunderland

USD/CHF slumps to two-week lows near 0.9640

The USD/CHF pair came under renewed bearish pressure in the last hour and slumped to its lowest level since January 16th at 0.9639. As of writing, the

Miss Marple moves to Goa

For fans of the whodunit as gradually unfolding conundrum rather than mere build-up to a climactic masterstroke, an Indian reboot of a British play based on the 1962 Agatha Christie novel, The Mirror

Q&A: Why AI is going to become more mainstream for business 

The CEO of Yellowfin (BI analytics company) explains that although the adoption of analytics is still low amongst businesses, companies like Yellowfin are helping leaders think differently and make transformational value and change through data.

7 European ETFs to Buy as the Continent Begins Its Rebound

European equity markets have long lagged the U.S. But these European ETFs are worth a second look with nice valuations and yields.

The real estate industry hopes for favorable financial decisions in budget 2020

 Ashish Sarin, CEO, AlphaCorp   Considering the role of the sector in economy, there is intense speculation and simultaneous optimism that the government would announce some growth measures for the segment.

10 Best Low Calorie Foods That Help You Lose Weight Fast

Looking for low calorie foods to lose weight fast? Here're your top 10 food choices to cut calories and increase satiety this year.

Airbus agrees to pay record €991m UK fine in €3.6bn global bribery settlement

A London court today approved a record €991m (£833m) fine for Airbus in exchange for suspending the prosecution of alleged [...]

MIA launches crowdfunding drive to avoid platforms that 'sell data to Cambridge Analytica'

The musician has promised music and videos to her Patreon supporters, and the possibility of recipes and dating advice

Brexit: Industry leaders give trade deal hopes and fears

LEADERS in Jersey’s fishing, farming and hospitality industries have outlined their hopes and fears as the UK prepares to leave the EU and negotiate a new trade deal by the end of this year.

Coronavirus: SEAMATA urges traders to avoid business trips to China

southeast Amalgamated Market Traders Association, SEAMATA, has urged traders to shelve all business trips to China

Worst things you should never say to a parent of a special needs’ child

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Why did European Parliament delay a vote on India's CAA, Kashmir?

European Union parliamentarians have voted to postpone a vote that criticises India's Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and its lockdown in Kashmir.

Lane closure at H-3 tunnels switches to Kaneohe-bound side as upgrades progress | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

State officials said efforts to improve safety at H-3 freeway’s Harano Tunnels will continue, with a single-lane closure scheduled on the Kaneohe-bound side, starting Friday.

Nations should avoid overreacting on coronavirus, says China as WHO declares global emergency

China informed the WHO about the coronavirus cases in late December. The death toll in China's novel coronavirus outbreak on Friday climbed to 213 with the number of confirmed cases totalling to 9,692.

Crude Oil Futures: The negative view remains unchanged

Open interest increased by around 14.2K contracts on Thursday, reaching the second build in a row as per advanced readings from CME Group. In the same

'Samosas, not hamburgers': Anand Mahindra quips as Arvind Krishna named IBM CEO

Mahindra Group chairman was among the Twitter users who celebrated Arvind Krishna's appointment as IBM CEO.He called it as the stunning endorsement of the managerial capabilities

Listed companies in Taiwan required to disclose info in English starting July

The move signals Taiwan’s bid to draw foreign investors, which hold a combined 40 percent stake in local equity market

Work at state-owned banks affected as employee unions go on 3-day strike

Private sector lenders like ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank were working as usual.

GDP growth expected to rebound to 6-6.5 per cent in 2020-21: Economic Survey

The Economic Survey 2019-20 tabled in Parliament said there are tentative signs of bottoming out of slowdown in manufacturing activity and global trade, which will have a positive impact on growth in the next fiscal.

Barclays introduces video games tax relief loans

Developers able to claim 90% of their tax credit before it is fully processed

Why businesses need to consider loyalty programmes

Loyalty programmes facilitate the development of a relationship with each customer through multiple touch points in the organisation, says LoyaltyPlus.

Push for micro-irrigation says Economic Survey

The Economic Survey say that through government schemes like the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) which was launched in 2015 the area under micro-irrigation was increasing.

A little-known trucking company surges nearly 58% after Volkswagen unit makes a surprise offer to buy (NAV)

US truck manufacturer Navistar's shares shot up in pre-market trading Friday, after a Volkswagen unit said Thursday it could buy the company in ...

Aston Martin shares leap as Lawrence Stroll leads rescue deal

Shares in Aston Martin rose 20 per cent today as it was announced that Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll would take a 20 per cent stake in the carmaker.

Arvind Krishna elected IBM CEO

Indian-origin technology executive Arvind Krishna has been elected Chief Executive Officer of American IT giant IBM after a "world-class succession process", succeeding Virginia Rometty, who described him as the “right CEO for the next era at IBM” and “well-positioned" to lead the company into the cloud and cognitive era.

More Myanmar workers return to Myanmar after Chinese New Year

More Myanmar migrant workers are returned to Myanmar after Chinese New Year due to Novel Coronavirus, sources said.

SBI profit jumps 41% to ₹6,797crore in Q3 on lower provisioning

Consolidated income rose to ₹95,384.28 crore in the third quarter from ₹84,390.14 crore in October-December 2018-19, SBI said in a regulatory filing

PAL suspends charter flights to China

Philippine Airlines (PAL) has started suspending charter flights between Kalibo and parts of China but will maintain its scheduled flights between Manila and Beijing, Pudong Shanghai, Guangzhou, Jinjiang, Xiamen, Hong Kong, and Macau.

Flush With $4.5M Funding, Haus Launches Monthly Wine Subscriptions

Haus has secured $4.5 million in financing for its subscription-based aperitifs. Haus members can choose from three monthly subscriptions, costing $35 to $144.

Volkswagen truck unit makes offer to buy Navistar in $2.9B deal

— Volkswagen AG’s Traton SE unit has offered to buy "the rest of" Navistar in a $2.9 billion bid, according to national media reports from Bloomberg and other outlets.

India's GDP growth neither over- nor underestimated, says Economic Survey

Recently, Arvind Subramanian, the Narendra Modi government's former chief economic adviser, had said India's economic growth rate has been overestimated by around 2.5 percentage points between 2011-12 and 2016-17 due to a change in methodology for calculating GDP.