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Buying a BS4 car
Should I buy a BS4 car or do I wait for a BS6 model and will there be any restrictions on the former after four or five years?
Tata Altroz pre-bookings to open from December 4, 2019
Tata Altroz prices expected to be announced in January 2020. Altroz booking amount set at Rs 21,000. Click for more details about the Maruti Baleno rival.
Oil to be stuck in a rut in 2020 as slowing demand fuels glut
Opec unlikely to opt for deeper output cuts.
OGRA recommends slight reduction in petrol price
Suggests cut of Rs2.4 per litre in price of diesel
Eight core sector industries shrink 5.8% in October
Electricity generation declined by 12.4 per cent in October, 2019 over October, 2018. Its cumulative index increased by 1.5 per cent during April to October, 2019-20 over the corresponding period of previous year
Fintech start-up Slice aims 1 million users in tier-II cities by next year
Focussing on millennials between 18 to 29 years of age, Slice started out as a virtual card, but switched to physical card by May 2019
"In polluted Delhi, the diesel car of the future may act like a filter on the road"
There is lot of conversion happening from diesel to gasoline and to compressed natural gas but still for most of the long-haul applications, diesels are here to stay for a few years
Shura Council Speaker: Qatar views Africa a promising continent
Speaker of the Shura Council, H E Ahmed bin Abdullah bin Zaid Al Mahmoud, has underlined the interest of the State of Qatar under the leadership of Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, to deepen partnerships and open new horizons for relations with brotherly and friendly countries and regional and international groupings, particularly African countries and organisations to build solid strategic relations based on the principle of constructive cooperation to serve common interests.
Bruce Golding re-conferred with Honorary Distinguished Fellow at UWI
The University of the West Indies has announced that it has re-conferred the title of Honorary Distinguished Fellow on Bruce Golding, former Prime Minister of Jamaica and Mona Campus alumnus, for another five years. The appointment took effect on...
Apple Canada reveals full Black Friday 2019 deals, offers up to $280 in gift cards
Canadians can get gift cards worth up to $280 when they buy eligible products at the Apple Store during Black Friday weekend.
It took Kaley Cuoco a While to Find Harley Quinn's Voice
Kaley Cuoco detailed her process in finding the right voice for Harley Quinn for the new DC Universe adult animated series.
Harley Quinn: For the Record, Batman Does Not [BLEEP] Bats
In the Harley Quinn series premiere, the fan-favorite anitheroine insists -- twice! -- that the Caped Crusader has a ... special affinity for bats.
Bad RCS implementations are creating big vulnerabilities, security researchers claim
More problems for the SMS successor
These are the best Black Friday deals on Apple’s iPad, AirPods, MacBook, iPhone, and more
Score huge savings on the new iPad.
Lithuania crowns its first tech unicorn! Vinted, second-hand fashion marketplace, pockets €128 million and secures €1 billion valuation
Vinted, a social marketplace for pre-loved clothing, has taken the spot as Lithuania’s first tech unicorn, after raising a stellar €128 million. The funding round was led by new investor Lightspeed Venture Partners, with participation from existing backers including Sprints Capital, Insight Venture Partners, Accel and Burda Principal Investments. Funds will be used to boost product development and rocket rapid growth across Europe.
RBI begins bankruptcy proceedings against DHFL, sends stressed NBFC to NCLT
DHFL, once one of India's top shadow lenders, owes its creditors - which include mutual funds, banks, pension funds, insurance firms and retail investors - close to Rs 1 trillion
Market Wrap, Nov 29: Sensex tanks 336 points, Nifty closes at 12,056
During the day, the index hit a low of 40,664.18 levels. Reliance Industries, ICICI Bank, Hindustan Unilever, and State Bank of India contributed the most to the index's fall
Hallmarking of gold jewellery mandatory across nation from January 2020
Jewellers to be given a year's time to clear stocks that aren't hallmarked and get themselves registered
Odisha's investments in PSUs yield poor returns, says CAG report
Out of 147 entities where the government poured funds, only 12 had paid dividend- two rural banks, nine government companies and one statutory corporation
Natixis downgrades price outlook for 2020 as gold starts losing glitter
Signs of a thaw in the US-China trade spat and prospects of an improvement in US economic growth have taken a toll on the metal, which has lost nearly $100 an ounce to trade at $1,456 today
AIIMS duped of Rs 12 cr as fraudsters withdraw money using 'cloned cheques'
The money was illegally withdrawn from the AIIMS' accounts in the State Bank of India at its non-home branches in other cities
Jio likely to bag Reliance Infra's tower, optical fibre for Rs 3,600 cr
Bharti Airtel has placed a bid of around Rs 1,800 crore for the same, according to the sources
Indian hedge funds return 0.09% in October, way behind Asian peers
Indian funds did better than Asian ones in only four out of the ten months of 2019 so far
Buy world's 1st Blockchain smartphone with 2 operating systems at Rs 43,000
The smartphone can be bought in various cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin via digital asset wallet app Xwallet
Rs 2,000 notes not much in use, can be taken out of circulation: S C Garg
Rs 2000 notes were circulated by RBI in November 2016 after demonetisation of Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 notes
Govt initiates dialogue with ASEAN members for review of FTA: Goyal
He also said the Coffee Board is trying to develop an Indian brand of coffee for export and the work in this regard is underway
NTPC to list commercial paper on BSE for an issue size of Rs 1,500 cr
After the process, the effective date of listing of such papers at the exchange will be December 2, the BSE said in a statement
[Deal] Save 20% with MOVO this Black Friday and take your vlogging career to the next level
Whether you want to tell a story about the latest piece of technology in your hands, the food you’ve just eaten, or the mountain you are climbing, having the right equipment for the job will …
The Google Store will now price match with online stores from Best Buy, Walmart, Target, and Amazon
It can be so frustrating when you research your next smartphone, find the best possible deal, get the phone in your hands and then see the same item available at a lower price at a different retail…
5 Best Black Friday Laptop Deals At Walmart
It is time for Black Friday 2019, and laptops will be a hot commodity this year. Numerous outlets have been touting their sales heading into the huge shopping day. Those consumers anxious for laptop ...
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey Announces He’s Moving To Africa, Says It Will Define Bitcoin Future
Dorsey’s trip could be the beginning of a Western ideological shift among big technology companies toward nations in Africa. Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey announced in a tweet this week that he would ...
December fuel price prognosis - a mixed bag for motorists | IOL Motoring
Petrol prices are set to increase slightly in December, while diesel is set to go down, according to month-end data.
National Treasury issues warning on scams as festive season looms | IOL News
National Treasury has issued a warning to companies doing business with it, saying there could be a potential escalation ...
The Impeachment News Industry Is Here to Help (Overwhelm You Even More)
A glut of pop-up podcasts and newsletters from major publishers and worried citizens promise to cut through the flood of impeachment news.
A million illegal cigarettes seized by police along with drugs and air rifle in Winlaton raids
Two men in their 60s were arrested following the discovery and have since been released under investigation
Rupee slips 11 paise to 71.73 against USD ahead of GDP
India's economy grew at 5 per cent in the first quarter of 2019-20 -- the slowest pace in over six years.
Military engineers use waste plastics to construct road
The army engineers have used 1.24 metric tons of waste plastics to construct a road inside Narengi military station in Guwahati as a pilot project, the success of which will be emulated by Military Engineers Services (MES) in other cantonments and military stations.
Why Serving Plant-Based Burgers Could Get Restaurants Sued
This Impossible Whopper fight could be a lawsuit of unintended consequences for vegans and vegetarians.
Enugu teachers seek 65 years retirement age - The Nation Newspaper
The Association of Primary School Head Teachers of Nigeria (AOPSHON), Enugu state Wing, has called for the extension of teachers...
Black Friday: Amazon has an amazing 70% off men's and women's trainers
Puma, New Balance and Vans included in a deal that ends at midnight. Hurry!
WATCH: Police block lawyers from handing over petition against brutality on Civilians
Police block lawyers from handing over petition against brutality on Civilians
Sensex tumbles 336 points ahead of GDP data
Yes Bank was the top loser in the Sensex pack, shedding 2.50 per cent, followed by HUL that fell 2.37 per cent, M&M 2.12 per cent, SBI 2.03 per cent, Tata Motors 2.03 per cent and Vedanta 1.97 per cent.
Goa students to get lessons in harmony, road safety
Under the scheme, schools and colleges will have to establish civic clubs to promote harmony and spirit of brotherhood, especially among students, transcending religious, linguistic and regional or sectional diversities, Rao said.
Jadavpur University considering to set up gender-neutral toilets in campus
The administration has received a proposal for setting up two gender-neutral toilets in the campus that could be used by men, women and persons of the third gender and is considering it, a senior JU official said.
RCom shares hit upper circuit for sixth time; gain over 42 per cent in nine sessions
On the BSE, the stock settled 3.85 per cent up at 81 paise. The stock has gained over 42 per cent in nine trading sessions.
Meghalaya plans to shut schools with enrolments below 10
A total of 221 lower and upper primary schools in the state have a single-digit enrolment of students. The minister said the state government incurs Rs 20 crore annual expenditure on these schools, which could be used for the development of other educational institutes.
This treat-tossing camera is the perfect Black Friday gift for your doggo
Don't forget to pick up some tech for Fido this Black Friday!
EXCLUSIVE: Govt explains why it introduced Ghc100, Ghc200 Cedi notes
The Governor of the Central Bank of Ghana, Dr Ernest Addison has explained the rationale behind government’s policy decision to introduce new Bank notes of Ghv100, Ghc200 and 2Ghc coin. Addressing a presser covered by MyNewsGH.com, the Governor said “twelve years after the redenomination exercise, sustained periods of high inflation and the perennial depreciation of the currency have eroded, in real terms, the face value of the series of the notes” forced government to take the decision. He explained that a lot of thinking and consultations took place. A lot “thinking went into the decision to introduce the higher denomination banknotes. The structure of the banknote should align well with the needs of the people who use it for their daily transactions. We need banknotes and coins that are convenient for most people to use, high quality, secure and cost effective.” He added. A promotional release by BoG read in part:
Finance Ministry: No change in RON97, RON95, diesel retail prices Nov 30-Dec 6
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 — The Finance Ministry (MoF) today announced the retail price of RON97 petrol stayed at RM2.66 per litre while RON95 petrol and diesel will remain at RM2.08 and RM2.18 per litre respectively for the period November 30 to December 6. MoF in a statement issued today, announced...
AmBank Group to disburse up to RM6b of loans in 2H 2020
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 — AMMB Holdings Bhd (AmBank Group) targets to disburse up to RM6 billion in loans in the second half of its financial year ending March 31, 2020 (H2 2020), driven by the current positive sentiment in the industry’s loan growth segment. Chief executive officer Datuk Sulaiman...
Ringgit ends slightly lower against US dollar
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 — The ringgit ended slightly lower against the US dollar today in line the decline in global crude oil prices which affected the local note’s valuation, said a dealer. At 6pm, the ringgit settled at 4.1750/1780 against the greenback compared with yesterday’s close of...
Eight minutes added to Subuh prayer times in Federal Territories
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 — There will be an addition of eight minutes to Subuh (dawn) prayer times for the Federal Territories of Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Labuan beginning tomorrow. Federal Territories Mufti Datuk Seri Zulkifli Mohamad Al-Bakri said the matter was approved at the 116th National...
Minister urges Japanese investors to leverage Malaysia’s digital transformation push
KOBE (Japan), Nov 29 — International Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Darell Leiking is calling for Japanese investors to leverage on Malaysia’s push for digital transformation. He said Malaysia was committed to undertaking the digital transformation efforts, among others, through the National...
China: Crypto Exchange IDAX Locks up Cold Wallet as CEO ‘Goes Missing’
IDAX reported liquidity problems prior to Lei Guorong absconding, while it remains uncertain what access he has to the platform’s wallets.
Here’s Where to Spend Crypto Online This Black Friday
As Black Friday 2019 gets underway, what are your options for getting the best bang for your Bitcoin?
China: 5 Crypto Exchanges Halt or Shut Services Amid Perceived Crackdown
At least five Chinese crypto exchanges have halted or chosen to terminate operations this month in response to a perceived hardening of Beijing’s anti-crypto stance.
Russia Reportedly Considers Ban on Using Crypto as Means of Payment
Russia is allegedly preparing a ban on the use of cryptocurrencies to pay for goods and services.
Coinbase Denies Report of $150M Acquisition of Tagomi Brokerage Firm
Coinbase has denied reports that it acquired digital currency brokerage firm Tagomi for $150 million.
Claim: Germany Preparing to Ban Terrorist Hezbollah Entirely
German media has claimed that the German government is looking to completely ban the Islamist terror group Hezbollah as early as next week.
Jack Dorsey, Twitter CEO, says he’ll be relocating to Africa in 2020
Jack Dorsey, the co-founder of Twitter, says he would move to Africa for a momentary stay in 2020 as the continent would "define the future."
Inflation Rates Up By 5.56PC in November, From 4.9PC In October
The cost of living (inflation rate) went up from 4.95 percent in the month of October to 5.56 in November.The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) notes that the cost of food and non-alcohol
Make iOS 13’s new volume HUD even better with Sonus13
Looking to upgrade iOS 13's volume HUD with more user configuration? If so, then you might enjoy a new jailbreak tweak called Sonus13.
Five great features of the 16-inch MacBook Pro
The 16-inch MacBook Pro has a lot to recommend it compared to other Mac laptop models. Harris steps you through his top five list.
Banned driver caught in uninsured car in Telford
A banned driver who was caught in an uninsured car in Telford was stopped and arrested.
Why 8th Senate rejected Buhari’s $29.96bn loan request – Shehu Sani
Sunday Aborisade, Abuja The chairman of the Senate Committee on Local and Foreign Debt in the 8th National Assembly, Senator Shehu Sani, has explained why the federal parliament rejected Preside...
Latest AirPods Drop to Insanely Low Price of $129 for Black Friday [Limited Stock Only]
Get on the AirPods 2 bandwagon by spending just $129 this Black Friday 2019. This deal is valid today only.
Best Digital Black Friday PC Games Deals from Green Man Gaming
Here's a list of the best digital Black Friday PC games deals from Green Man Gaming. You also get five free games bundled with select titles!
Shopee's Desaauto@KPLB to sell automotive products, aid rural economic growth
KUALA LUMPUR: Following the success of Desamall@KPLB, Shopee, in collaboration with the Rural Development Ministry and ELokal, launches Desaauto@KPLB, an automotive e-store.
Ford SA fined R35m for selling problematic Kugas, offers R50 000 in damages to complainants
Ford Motor Company South Africa has been fined R35m by the National Consumer Commission of South Africa after it found the company had "engaged in prohibited conduct" by distributing the Ford Kuga 1.6 EcoBoost, some of which caught fire.
Luna Display Black Friday deals are here
With Luna you can turn your Mac or iPad into a second display. The only hardware solution that does this is now available for 30% off through Monday, December 2.
Cryptocurrency exchange IDAX’s CEO reportedly missing with the company’s cold wallet
A relatively small cryptocurrency exchange has halted deposit and withdrawal services after its CEO has reportedly gone missing.
Satoshi Nakaboto: ‘Bakkt Bitcoin future trades hit daily record of $42.5M’
Our robot colleague Satoshi Nakaboto writes about Bitcoin BTC every fucking day.
Nascar Champion Creates World's Longest Hot Wheels Track
If you grew up playing with Hot Wheels, you probably built some crazy tracks that took over the living room...
Extinction Rebellion targets Black Friday
Protest draws a crowd outside the JSE
Juncker: The Blocking of Negotiations with Northern Macedonia and Albania Is Shameful
Jean-Claude Juncker, the head of the European Commission, wrote a daily editorial on Politico on his last business day, according to BGNES. In it, Juncker takes a backward glance at the weaknesses and successes of his five-year term as head of the European executive branch.
Over 75% of the Digital Wallet Users in Bulgaria Are Men
Over 75% of the digital wallet users in Bulgaria are men. 31% of all consumers live in Sofia, 15% live in Varna, 6% - in Plovdiv.
US Dollar Index clinches 6-week highs beyond 98.50
DXY moves beyond the 98.50 level. The index records fresh multi-week highs. US 10-year yields climb to highs near 1.78%. The greenback, in terms of t
Eurozone inflation jumps more than expected in November – ING
The increase in both headline and core inflation was driven by strong growth in services prices. Still, don't assume this has implications for the Eur
Indian Army Job 2019 For Soldier Posts
Indian Army Job 2019 For Soldier PostsArmy Recruitment Rally will be held for eligible candidates of 10 x districts of Upper Assam (Jorhat, Majuli,
Student Solidarity March held countrywide to demand restoration of unions, better education facilities
"Students are part of a country's political struggle. Students were depoliticised and our society has since regressed."
Nigeria’s First Digital Economy Diagnostic Reveals a Vibrant Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
The World Bank Group today launched its first Nigeria Digital Economy Diagnostic Report during an eSummit hosted by the government. The report reveals that although Nigeria is the largest mobile market in Sub Saharan Africa with a strong mobile broadband infrastructure and a vibrant digital entrepreneurial ecosystem, the lack of infrastructure and connectivity in the […]
Q&A: How PSD2 will impact fraud on Black Friday
With online spending continuing to rise online for Black Friday, web retailers need to consider how best to ensure PSD2 compliance in order to keep consumers secure without compromising their user experience.
Score an extra 20% off these gadgets with this Black Friday sale
Whether you are looking for an upgrade or searching for a gift, Black Friday is always a good time to go shopping for new tech. Finding the best discounts can be a challenge, so we decided to do th…
How to clean a flat top grill, restaurant-style
This vaguely comports to the methods I saw and knew in 1990s London. The proper way was to start with oil and use a grill brick [Amazon], but the reality is you will still need lots of environmenta…
Someone has finally broken the Guinness World Record for long-distance throwing of a hot dog sausage in a bun
It’s kind of remarkable that the Guinness Book of Records has managed to secure such a prominent place in our culture, considering it was literally invented to encourage people to argue over …
Vancouver’s roaming Jewish deli will pop-up with their pastrami for two nights only
Vancouver chef Nitzan Cohen is reviving his popular Mensch. Jewish Delicatessen after a long hiatus, with two nights of his signature hot pastrami and more before the year is out.
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey to move to Africa in 2020
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey said he plans to spend part of 2020 living in Africa.
Massive multi-million-pound CarShop store to open in Little Stoke
A total of 65 jobs will be created
Continental Reinsurance Plc suspended from trading shares on NSE
Trading in the shares of Continental Reinsurance Plc has been suspended effective Thursday, 28 November 2019.
Government reviews stamp duty charge
Federal Government has reviewed the N50 stamp duty charge on electronic payments in the country following public outcry.
Border Closure: Nigeria short of N338 billion worth of rice
Nigeria has recorded N338.6 billion shortage of rice at the Malaysian price of $421 per tonne as a result of border closure.
PSD decries PNL's social experiments with establishing minimum wage
The Social Democratic Party ( PSD ) argues that the calculation model proposed by National Liberal Party (PNL) for establishing the minimum...
3 Reasons Why Shorting McDonald’s (MCD) Stock Now Is a Bad Idea
Missing third quarter estimates and the firing of the CEO is why investors are short McDonald’s. There are reasons why you shouldn't.
Forget the Noise; Traders Explain Why You Should Be Long-Term Bullish on Bitcoin
Traders are bearish on bitcoin after a 53% crash. More pain may be ahead but BTC offers features that make it a good long-term investment.
Crypto Exchange Admits 'Missing' CEO Has User Funds Access Amid Exit Scam Fears
In a story reminiscent of the QuadrigaCX scandal, crypto exchange platform, IDAX Global, has no idea where its CEO is.
Digital Payments: Modi’s Idea of A Cashless India Is Going Steady and Strong
As compared to FY 2014-15, the digital transaction volume for FY 2018-19 has grown five-fold.
Apple’s Black Friday Deals Are Live: Gift Cards Back for $25, $50, $100, $200
Apple's Black Friday deals include gift cards back on AirPods, Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad, and Mac. We have the details in the full story.
Shopping in these 4 popular Malaysian cities just got a lot easier for Singaporeans with NETS ATM cards, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - NETS ATM cards can now be used in Malaysia across 7,400 PayNet acceptance points - but only in these 4 cities.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Goldman Sachs is going through a huge transformation under CEO David Solomon. Here's everything you need to know., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Here's the latest news about Goldman Sachs.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
How to update the Safari browser on your Mac computer by installing the latest version of macOS, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - You can update the Safari browser on a Mac computer by updating to the latest version of macOS. Here's how to do it.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
5 signs you should immediately toss your leftover food, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - You should get rid of most cooked dishes after a few days — here are some red flags that your leftovers belong in the trash instead of your stomach.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Will Smith posted a video of an actual turkey blocking his car on the highway on Thanksgiving: 'My dude, get out the street!', Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - "It definitely must be Thanksgiving when you got a damn turkey in the road," Smith says as he approaches the bird on the freeway.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Barber shop owner fined over £1,000 for dumping business waste in bin
He had failed to listen to council inspectors
Panguru wins new colour coded recycling bins
Te Kura Taumata o Panguru School has today been awarded a set of colour coded recycling and rubbish bins as winners of a national competition to help communities around Aotearoea combat litter and increase recycling.
Amazon tax must be delayed in light of service shutdowns
The New Zealand Taxpayers’ Union is calling on the Government to delay the introduction of the ‘Amazon tax’ in light of reports Amazon will withdraw its international websites while it processes how to comply with new GST rules, says the New Zealand Taxpayers’ Union.
NZ training for Saudi Arabian air traffic control graduates
New Zealand training for Saudi Arabian air traffic control graduates
The Liveris Formula: Dow’s Inclusive Capitalism
Parasites have a certain weight in history. Donors to a system, a state, a company, always claim to be giving back what they advertise as their hard earned cash. Andrew N. Liveris is one such character. Former CEO of the Dow Chemical corporation, he is a face associated with a company that was responsible for manufacturing the defoliating Agent Orange and napalm.
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey Confirms Relocation To Africa In 2020
The co-founder and CEO of microblogging platform, Twitter, Jack Dorsey, says he would be relocating to Africa for a momentary stay in 2020.
Five Nights at Freddy's quadrilogy scaring up a storm on consoles today
If you fancy making Black Friday darker than ever, then publisher Clickteam has got the release for you. Today sees the infamous Five Nights at Freddy's franchise finally creep its way onto console platforms.The Five Nights series, created ...
Indian retailer Future's shares surge as regulator approves Amazon investment
Shares in Future Retail Ltd surged 13per cent on Friday, after India's antitrust body approved a deal that would give Amazon.com Inc a minority ...
Exclusive: Mexico's Pemex fights in court to suspend clean diesel rule - documents
Mexico's state-run oil company Pemex has been fighting for almost a year in court to suspend a rule issued by the previous government, requiring ...
Police officer charged with obtaining sexual gratification from female suspects in car parks
SINGAPORE: A staff sergeant with the Singapore Police Force (SPF) has been charged with multiple offences, including reportedly abusing his ...
Phillips 66: IMO 2020 Will Likely Lead To Surge In Refining Profits
Over the past five years, PSX has not only outperformed the broad energy sector, but has also beaten the S&P 500.Still, the company's P/E is less than half that of the broad S&P 500, while the dividen
The Aramco IPO And The OPEC Meeting Could Support The Price Of Crude Oil
The Saudis want to sell a piece of Aramco.Watch the OPEC meeting for clues.Iran provides support for the energy commodity.U.S. energy policy could shift.UCO and SCO are tools for those who do not trad
Wall Street Breakfast: Black Friday In Full Swing
Listen on the go! A daily podcast of Wall Street Breakfast will be available by 8:00 a.m. on Seeking Alpha, iTunes, Stitcher and Spotify. The biggest shopping weekend of the year is here and 165.3M A
Attention Traders! Win $25K by showing off your trading talent with our newest asset - Algo!
We’re excited to introduce Algorand's native token, Algo, to PIT traders by launching a trading contest. The more you trade, the more you could win!
Raspberry Pi 4 Wi-Fi problem: Firmware update will fix your screen resolution bug
Mysterious glitch causes Wi-Fi to stop working when Raspberry Pi 4 outputs to HDMI at higher resolutions.
Will Smith posted a video of an actual turkey blocking his car on the highway on Thanksgiving: 'My dude, get out the street!'
"It definitely must be Thanksgiving when you got a damn turkey in the road," Smith says as he approaches the bird on the freeway.
Sensex falls 336 points to close at 40,794 ahead of GDP data; Nifty below 12,050
India Business News: Equity indices on Friday ended in red with the benchmark BSE sensex plunging over 300 points ahead of quarterly GDP growth data release. The 30-share
NZ Taxpayers' Union congratulates NZ First for stance on tobacco tax
Responding to New Zealand First’s decision to oppose January’s hike in tobacco excise, New Zealand Taxpayers’ Union spokesman Jordan Williams says:
Lonely and hungry
We’re reminded every year how many Canadians are left behind in our society, without enough food. Hunger Count 2019 has just been released.
No change in prices of RON97, RON95 and diesel
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): The Ministry of Finance (MOF) today announced that the retail price of RON97 petrol will remain at RM2.66 per liter, while RON95 and diesel will remain at RM2.08 and RM2.18 per liter respectively, for the period of Nov 30 to Dec 6.In a statement issued today, MOF announced that petroleum retail prices were set weekly using the Automatic Pricing Mechanism (APM) formula, where the retail price of RON95 and diesel for the same period is
Boustead posts loss in 3Q on impairments in heavy industries and property divisions
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Diversified group Boustead Holdings Bhd recorded a net loss of RM155 million for the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2019, versus a net profit of RM7.3 million a year ago.The loss, the group said in a bourse filing, was due to impairments in the heavy industries and property divisions, totalling RM161.3 million, as well as weaker results in other divisions.The group reported a loss per share of 7.65 sen against earnings per share of 0.36
Mulpha International suffers big losses, dragged down by RM315 million impairment in 3Q
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): The whopping RM315.38 million impairment on its investment in an Australia-listed associate, AVEO, widened Mulpha International Bhd's net loss substantially to RM299.32 million in the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 (3QFY19) from RM6.65 million in the previous corresponding quarter.The hefty impairment offset the improved performance in the hospitality and property divisions, said the company in a filing with Bursa Malaysia.The company’s loss per share swelled to 93.69 sen for 3QFY19 from 2.08 sen for
Menang Corp posts loss in 1Q due to land clearing and earthworks expenses, corporate exercises
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Menang Corp (M) Bhd posted a net loss of RM503,000 in the first quarter ended Sept 30, 2019, compared with a net profit of RM967,000 in the corresponding quarter last year.In a bourse filing, the group attributed the loss to expenses stemming from land clearing, earthworks and provisions for the costs of proposed corporate exercises.It reported a loss per share of 0.1 sen compared with earnings per share of 0.2 sen last year.Quarterly revenue declined
SKP Resources 2Q net profit falls 11.4%
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): SKP Resources Bhd saw its net profit fall 11.4% year-on-year to RM24.91 million or 1.99 sen per share in its second quarter ended Sept 30, 2019, from RM28.1 million or 2.25 sen per share previously.This was despite a 2% rise in revenue to RM486.86 million from RM477.23 million, the electronics manufacturing services provider’s stock exchange filing today showed.This brings SKP Resources’ first-half net profit to RM43.4 million, down 19.5% from RM53.94 million in the preceding
Lion Industries posts fourth straight quarterly loss of RM110.6m
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Lion Industries Bhd reported a net loss of RM110.62 million for the first quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 (1QFY20) versus a net profit of RM19 million a year ago, including a lower margin of its steel division, and higher loss from associated companies and joint ventures.This marks its fourth consecutive quarterly loss.As a result, it registered a loss per share of 16.25 sen from 2.79 sen for 1QFY19, Lion Industries said in a filing with
QL Resources 2Q net profit up 15%
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Poultry farmer QL Resources Bhd saw its net profit rise 15.1% to RM69.68 million in its second financial quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 (2QFY20) from RM60.52 million a year ago, mainly due to higher sales from its marine product manufacturing (MPM) segment.This resulted in a higher earnings per share of 4.29 sen for 2QFY20 compared with 3.73 sen for 2QFY19.Revenue for the quarter rose 16.6% to RM1.07 billion from RM920.26 million a year ago.In a
IHH Healthcare posts RM236m in 3Q net profit on stronger contribution from its operations
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): IHH Healthcare Bhd reported a net profit of RM236.34 million for the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 (3QFY19) compared to a net loss of RM104.07 million a year ago.The regional healthcare group said the quarterly profit was driven by sustained organic revenue growth at existing operations.The boost to earnings also came from Gleneagles Hong Kong Hospital and Acibadem Altunizade Hospital, both opened in March 2017. In addition, Amanjaya Specialist Centre and Fortis Healthcare (“Fortis”),
Shareholders of Singapore-listed POSH told to accept takeover offer by Kuok Group
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Minority shareholders of loss-making Singapore-listed PACC Offshore Services Holdings Ltd (POSH) have been advised to accept the voluntary conditional cash offer of S$0.215 by the Kuok Group, through its investment vehicle Quetzal Capital Pte Ltd.In a letter to the recommending directors in respect to the offer, independent financial adviser Provenance Capital Pte Ltd said the offer presents shareholders with a cash exit opportunity to realise their entire investment in the shares at a fixed price
Duopharma Biotech's 3Q earnings jump 21% on higher product demand
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Duopharma Biotech Bhd has reported a 21% jump in net profit to RM14.86 million for its third quarter ended Sept 30, 2019, from RM12.29 million a year ago.The pharmaceutical company said in an exchange filing today revenue rose 13.5% to RM142.86 million, from RM125.84 million in the year-ago third quarter.Duopharma Biotech's group managing director Leonard Ariff Abdul Shatar said the improved results reflected increased demand for the group's pharmaceutical products from the private and public
Eversendai 3Q net profit down 89%, hit by high expenses
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Higher operating and administrative expenses pulled down Eversendai Corp Bhd's net profit for the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 (3QFY19) by 88.8% to RM1.47 million from RM13.14 million a year ago.Eversendai said the significant increase in the operating and administrative expenses was partly due to higher depreciation expenses and other fixed costs expensed to income statement by its mechanical fabrication, installation and modularisation segment. This was due to the under-utilisation of the Ras Al
Company Asks Female Employees To Wear ‘Period Badges’ To End Stigma
A company in Japan is asking its female employees to wear a badge to signal when they’re on their period to beat the existing stigma
Duterte seeks probe, clears Cayetano
PRESIDENT Rodrigo Duterte believes his former election running mate, Speaker Alan Cayetano, is innocent of corruption in the hosting of the 2019 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games.
Bottles of hot sauce recalled over 'risk of explosion'
Customers are advised to immediately return the sauce.
Most Read articles – Panasonic exit, Intel Connectivity, RISC-V relocation
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NEET case: HC grants advance bail to student
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Rupee slips 12 paise to 71.74 against US dollar ahead of GDP data
On a weekly basis, the domestic unit has lost 3 paise.
Academic Conference: World Symposium on Investment Research
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Switzerland Acts to Improve DLT/Blockchain Ecosystem with Improved Legal Certainty, Crypto Valley Association Welcomes the Move
The Swiss Federal Council has moved to improved the legal certainty regarding the framework for the utilization of blockchain or distributed ledger technology (
CEO of Crypto Exchange IDAX Global Disappears, Experiences “Impeded Withdrawals”
An opaque cryptocurrency exchange IDAX Global has reported that its CEO has disappeared. The news comes at a time when the exchange was experiencing "channel c
realme To Expand Beyond Phones; Plans To Make Wearables And True Wireless Headsets
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Cree's CEO Talks About His Firm's Big 5G and Electric Car Opportunities
During a talk with TheStreet, Cree CEO Gregg Lowe shared plenty of details about the growth opportunities in front of his firm's Wolfspeed power semiconductor and materials unit.
Chinese investments in Malaysia halve, U.S inflow soars
Chinese investments into Malaysia halved to $1.7 billion in the first nine months of the year from a year ago, though U.S. investments soared seven times to $5.9 billion - reflecting a diversion of funds due to the Beijing-Washington trade clashes. Data provided by the Malaysian Investment Development
$20 Billion in Assets on the Move to New Blockchain in 2020 by British Powerhouse HSBC: Report
Blockchain technology will power a new platform launched by HSBC. Reuters reports that the British banking giant is releasing Digital Vault in 2020. The blockchain-based custody solution will grant investors real-time data for securities that are bought on private markets. Paper records primarily comprising private placement transactions will be swapped for blockchain records, making HSBC’s […]
HMD to live-stream the Nokia launch event from Cairo. Watch here
HMD has shared more details about the Nokia smartphone launch event scheduled on December 5 at 10:30 PM. The event is happening in Cairo, Egypt and will be live-streamed on the official Nokia Mobile YouTube channel.
What if a Progressive President Cut U.S. Defense Spending Dramatically?
What would the United States need to do to significantly cut its defense budget? The question is complicated, and the answers are difficult.
Police respond to 'incident' on London Bridge
A nearby terminus for commuters from across the southeast of England was closed due to an "emergency services incident."
Bargain hunters flock to charity store on Black Friday
More than 100 bargain hunters flocked to a discount charity store on Black Friday.
Holiday Flashback: 1980 TV news report explains video games
Back in 1980, the hottest gifts in stores were electronic toys you connected to your TV, or handheld games you could take with you!
The Clean Green Pakistan Index: A futile exercise?
The initial phase of the index also calls for cities to compete to beautify the city as well as on sanitation
Huda Beauty's First London Pop-Up Store Is Inspired By This Gorge New Palette
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Protect your computer and furniture with a lightning deal on laptop cooling pads
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Batch of Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce recalled over 'risk of explosion'
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US, India have made exploratory requests for greater market access: Piyush Goyal
“Regular consultations with the concerned line ministries / departments and other stakeholders bodies is a part of the ongoing discussions,” he said in a written reply to a question on bilateral trade negotiations with the US in Rajya Sabha. The minister said that trade related issues are discussed as a part of any ongoing economic relationship.
Core sector output for October contracts further to 5.8 per cent
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Government initiates dialogue with ASEAN members for review of FTA: Piyush Goyal
"We have already initiated dialogue with ASEAN countries and I am happy to share with the House that ASEAN has agreed for a review of the FTA. We will take up various issues in the review and then we will report to the House," he told the House. He also said the Coffee Board is trying to develop an Indian brand of coffee .
Amazon's second-gen ARM-based chips are coming to its cloud business
Amazon’s cloud computing unit designed the ARM-based processor, which, as noted by Reuters, will be 20 percent faster than Graviton, the company’s first-gen ARM chip that was created as a low-cost option.
The Full Guide to Black Friday Tech Deals: Over 200 deals and counting
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IRR for Magna Carta of the Poor beats House deadline
The proposed implementing rules and regulations (IRR) for the Magna Carta of the Poor Act just beat the buzzer at the House of Representatives.
BI on the lookout at airports for OFWs bound for Iraq
Bureau of Immigration (BI) Commissioner Jaime Morente ordered yesterday immigration officers at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) and other ports to rigidly screen Filipinos traveling to Dubai to stop them from going and working in Iraq which is already the subject of a deployment ban due to the peace and order problem there.
Manila bishop asks public to rally behind Filipino athletes seeing action in SEAG
A Catholic prelate has asked the public to support the Filipino athletes competing in the 30th Southeast Asian Games.
Sensex tumbles 336 pointts ahead of GDP data
The 30-share Sensex pared some losses, ending 336.36 points or 0.82 per cent lower at 40,793.81.
S. Korean firm sues BAT over alleged trademark infringement
Vitabon, a South Korean venture firm, said Friday it has launched a trademark infringement suit against tobacco giant British American Tobacco.Vitabon claims that its nicotine-free aromatherapy device, named Sense, and BAT's hybrid e-cigarette product, glo sens, confuse consumers due to their similar names. Vitabon said it has filed the lawsuit with the Seoul Central District Court, demanding 110 million won ($...
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Editorial: Food requires more than thanks
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Goldman Sachs is going through a huge transformation under CEO David Solomon. Here’s everything you need to know.
Here’s everything we know about what’s going on inside Goldman, from its changing tech culture to shakeups in its inner ranks.
How to update the Safari browser on your Mac computer by installing the latest version of macOS
The first step to updating your Safari browser is checking if your Mac actually has any available system updates.
Here’s everything we know about WeWork’s layoffs and next steps as the co-working giant looks to right itself
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Will Smith posted a video of an actual turkey blocking his car on the highway on Thanksgiving: ‘My dude, get out the street!’
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Malaysians can now use MyDebit ATM cards at some shops in Singapore
Cross-border payments between Singapore and Malaysia just got a huge boost, after the Republic’s NETS and Malaysia’s PayNet announced that their payment terminals can now accept each other’s cards.
Oil to be stuck in a rut in 2020 as slowing demand fuels glut: Reuters poll
(Reuters) - Oil prices will remain subdued in 2020 as growth concerns weigh on demand and fuel a glut of crude, a Reuters poll showed on Friday ahead of production-policy talks among OPEC and its allies next week.
Explainer: What's at stake in Macron's reform of France's cherished pensions?
PARIS (Reuters) - France is bracing for nationwide public sector strikes on Dec. 5 against President Emmanuel Macron’s drive to overhaul the country’s unwieldy and costly pension system.
Top U.S. retailers absorb tariff pressure ahead of holiday shopping season
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Prices for electronics sold online at top U.S. retailers were up slightly heading into the critical U.S. shopping season, but sites including Walmart Inc (WMT.N) and Amazon.com Inc (AMZN.O) have held prices steady for many other popular holiday products despite the pressure from tariffs on Chinese imports.
Daimler could face further recalls in Germany due to diesel cheating: magazine
BERLIN (Reuters) - German luxury carmaker Daimler (DAIGn.DE) could face further recalls related to manipulated diesel engines in some of its compact car models, weekly magazine Der Spiegel said on Friday, without citing sources.
Exploding Kittens' Bonkers Card Games Are On Offer for Black Friday
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Save $110 On The Unlocked Motorola One Action Smartphone – Amazon Black Friday 2019 Deals
Amazon has shaved $110 off of the regular price of the Motorola One Action, allowing you to grab one for just $239. This is an unlocked smartphone and it
Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer For $79 – Walmart Black Friday 2019 Deals
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Furbo Dog Camera For $134 – Amazon Black Friday 2019 Deals
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Unlocked LG Stylo 5 Smartphone For $159 – Amazon Black Friday 2019 Deals
Amazon has the LG Stylo 5 unlocked Android smartphone on sale for just $159 today. Allowing you to save 47-percent on this device. As it is normally $299.
A blockchain/IoT combo could reduce food fraud by $131B in five years
Blockchain is gaining ground in the supply chain arena, verifying not only the provenance of goods, but enabling suppliers of meats and produce to verify their origins and ensure regulatory rules are met.
Europe: Banks May Hold and Sell Bitcoin Starting From 2020
According to a new bill on the Fourth Money Laundering Directive drafted by the European Union (EU), banks could be authorized to offer digital assets services including storage for customers. Germany would likely be the first nation to adopt the proposal. According to a German news report published on November 27, 2019, the amendment would come into force as early as 2020.
IDAX Crypto Exchange CEO Disappears Amidst Exit Scam Rumors
IDAX, an Asian crypto exchange whose users have been unable to make withdrawals since November 24, has announced that it’s CEO, who allegedly absconded with the exchange’s cold wallet is still nowhere to be found and as such, it is suspending all deposits and withdrawals indefinitely, according to a blog post on November 29, 2019.
Why We Should All Care About the Return of Toys "R" Us
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A decade of Physics World breakthroughs: 2009 – the first quantum computer
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Volkswagen South Africa told to pull ‘sexist’ advert for Amarok V6 bakkie...
The Advertising Regulatory Board has called on Volkswagen SA to withdraw a radio advertisement for the Amarok V6 after a complaint branded it "sexist”.
Lufthansa: German airline not open to Qatar investment
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Coinbase Denies Reports on Takeover of Prime Broker Tagomi
Coinbase has acquired Tagomi, a US-based prime broker that specializes in trade execution and digital asset markets for $150 million
SBI FXTRADE Expands Offering, Adds 8 New JPY Currency Pairs
SBI FXTRADE Co., Ltd. announced this Friday that it is expanding its FX product offering to include eight new currency pairs based on the Japanese yen.
Save £130 on an absurdly powerful 11GB RTX 2080 Ti
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Elgato's 4K60 Pro is on sale for the first time ever
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Houthi Forces Claim They've Shot Down a Saudi Helicopter
DOHA (Sputnik) - The members of the Houthi movement, operating in Yemen, have shot down a Saudi helicopter near the border with Saudi Arabia, Yahya Sarea, the group's military spokesman, said on Friday.
Pakistani Minister Supports Revocation of Ban on Students’ Union Amid Countrywide Protests
New Delhi (Sputnik): Students and members of civil society in 40 cities across Pakistan are taking part in a Students Solidarity March on Friday demanding the revocation of a 35-year-old ban on students’ unions. Students are fighting to reclaim their right to practice diplomacy, debate, politics, and leadership.
What is Aldi's Kevin the Carrot and how much is the toy now selling for?
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The absolute best Black Friday 2019 video game deals - FIFA for £35, COD for £40
Black Friday 2019 is finally here and if you’re looking for a cheap Xbox One, PS4, or Nintendo Switch then these are the best bargains of the day.