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Polar Bear Becomes A Lucky Mascot For Coca-Cola

Nov 24, 2015 06:50 am UTC| Business

Companies always try to think of a different marketing strategy to keep consumers interested and to boost sales. Some of them really standout from the rest and something similar happened when Coca-Cola, the food and...

‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ Set To Take Box-Office By Storm

Nov 24, 2015 06:22 am UTC| Business

One of the most anticipated movies of 2015 is of course, Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Written by J.J. Abrams and Lawrence Kasdan, the movie will hit screens on December 18. Still almost a month to go and the movie is...

Google Play Store To Go Live In China In 2016

Nov 23, 2015 11:57 am UTC| Business

China, with highest population in the world, is too big a market to ignore for any company, even Google. This is probably why the company is trying to set its foot on the Chinese mainland once again after five...

Walmart Breaks Tradition, Cyber Monday Deals To Start On Sunday

Nov 23, 2015 11:57 am UTC| Business

In a surprising move, the American retail giant Walmart announced today that customers can avail all of its Cyber Monday savings deals starting Sunday evening November 29 at 8 p.m. ET. Citing the reason behind this...

Here's how much public funding for university students varies across the UK

Nov 23, 2015 06:28 am UTC| Business Insights & Views

David Eiser, Research Fellow, Economics , University of Stirling An English student, a Scottish student, a Welsh student and a Northern Irish student walk into a bar. Who should buy the round? Across the four...

Microsoft’s Black Friday Deals: Xbox One Consoles Starting $299

Nov 23, 2015 06:24 am UTC| Business

Microsoft has a lot to offer this holiday season. Last week the company announced Black Friday deals comprising of $299 Xbox One Consoles, more than 150 discounted games and much more. Those who are considering...

All Eyes On UnitedHealth Group; Is ObamaCare Implosion Imminent?

Nov 23, 2015 05:51 am UTC| Business

The much feared death spiral of ObamaCare seems to be underway with the countrys largest health insurer, UnitedHealth Group, considering pulling out of the Affordable Care Act. Stephen Hemsley, CEO of UnitedHealth...

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Economy

U.S. Job Growth Expected to Slow Amid Hurricanes and Strikes

Overview of U.S. Job Growth in October U.S. job growth is anticipated to slow significantly in October due to the impact of recent hurricanes and strikes among aerospace factory workers. The Labor Departments...

New Home Prices in China Rise Amid Market Recovery Efforts

New Home Prices in China Rise Amid Market Recovery Efforts In October, new home prices in China experienced a notable increase, reflecting a potential shift in the property markets trajectory. According to a...

South Korea's Export Growth Falls to Seven-Month Low Amid Global Demand Concerns

South Koreas Export Growth Drops as Global Demand Slows South Koreas export growth slowed sharply in October, rising just 4.6% year-over-year to $57.52 billion, marking the smallest increase in seven months. This...

Macquarie Group Reports Lower-Than-Expected First-Half Profits Amid Commodities Slowdown

Macquarie Group Misses First-Half Profit Estimates as Commodities Trading Declines Macquarie Group, Australias largest investment bank, reported a first-half profit increase of 14% to A$1.61 billion (USD 1.06...

Dollar Holds Steady Ahead of U.S. Jobs Report, BOJ Signals Potential Rate Hikes

Dollar Maintains Stability Amid U.S. Jobs Report and Fed Speculation The U.S. dollar held steady against major currencies on Friday as investors anticipated the latest U.S. nonfarm payrolls report. This report is...

Politics

Donald Trump’s Last Crypto Call Rallies Bitcoin Supporters in High-Stakes Election Push

With Election Day only days away, Donald Trump intensifies his campaign to woo crypto advocates, announcing a sweeping Bitcoin agenda that promises to keep BTC mining stateside and challenges claims from Kamala Harris....

‘Garbage or Nazis?’ Gov. Tim Walz Defends Biden’s Remarks on Trump Supporters—‘He Was Very Clear!’ Critics Demand Apology

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is facing backlash after defending President Joe Bidens recent comment that referred to Trump supporters as garbage. In his statement, Walz, who recently compared Trump supporters to Nazis,...

‘America’s Going to Love It!’ Elon Musk Teases ‘Fun’ Second Trump Presidency—‘It’s Gonna Be Awesome!’ Sparks Mixed Reactions

In a tweet that has stirred up strong opinions across social media, billionaire Elon Musk shared his take on a potential second presidency for former President Donald Trump, calling it the most fun America has had in a...

‘A System Flaw Exposed!’ Non-Citizen Voting Incident at University of Michigan Sparks Outrage—‘Ballot Will Still Count!’

A 19-year-old student from China, enrolled at the University of Michigan, faces charges of illegal voting and perjury for allegedly casting a ballot in the 2024 U.S. election. The case has ignited a firestorm of...

U.S. Election Officials Brace for Disruptions Amid Misinformation and Threats

Heightened Security Measures in Key Battleground States Ahead of Election Day With the U.S. election just days away, officials across crucial battleground states like Philadelphia, Detroit, and Atlanta are...

Science

CDC Urges Second COVID-19 Vaccine for Seniors: ‘Protect Your Health This Season!’ Experts Say It’s Critical

In a recent public health announcement, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended that individuals aged 65 and older receive a second dose of the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine. This additional dose, the...

Breakfast Secrets: 'Fiber-rich Foods Are the Key to Weight Loss!' Experts Reveal Shocking Truth

Health experts often emphasize the importance of a balanced diet combined with regular exercise for weight management. However, for many, achieving these goals can be a daunting challenge. Instead of drastic food...

Scabies Surge Sparks Alarm: Doctors Warn Brits, 'Don't Ignore That Rash!'

Doctors in the United Kingdom are sounding the alarm over a dramatic rise in scabies cases, urging residents not to dismiss any signs of the itchy skin condition. Recent data shows that hospitals detected approximately...

Just 21 Minutes of Cycling a Day Is 'All You Need' for Total Health, Claims Expert

John Vinton, CEO of Aventon Bikes, insists that just 21 minutes of cycling each day can drastically enhance your health. This simple yet transformative practice can lead to a multitude of benefits, including reduced risks...

Urgent Alert: New COVID Variant Causes Alarming Symptoms—You Must Know This!

The UK is experiencing a rise in COVID-19 cases, with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) confirming that the XEC strain of the virus is spreading. This variant, a combination of the KS.1.1 and KP.3.3 strains, is...

Technology

Shiba Inu's Shytoshi Kusama Strikes Back at Critics, Claims SHIB Outpaces Bitcoin

Shiba Inus enigmatic lead developer, Shytoshi Kusama, has fired back at critics doubting SHIBs potential, emphasizing its staggering 33 million percent growth since 2020 and asserting that it outperforms even...

OpenAI's ChatGPT Search Takes on Google—Here's How to Use It

In a bold move against Google, OpenAI has unveiled ChatGPT Search, enhancing its AI with powerful search capabilities. Powered by GPT-4o, this new feature is rolling out to ChatGPT Plus users. Heres how you can get started...

Nvidia’s $700 Million Run:ai Acquisition Triggers EU Red Flags Over Competition Concerns

Nvidias $700 million acquisition of Israeli AI firm Run:ai faces an EU regulatory review amid competition concerns in tech markets. EU regulators may require Nvidia to make concessions to secure final approval for the...

Elon Musk Fires Back at Zoox Co-Founder's Doubts Over Tesla FSD’s Robotaxi Readiness

Zoox co-founder Jesse Levinsons critique of Teslas Full Self-Driving tech sparked a pointed response from Elon Musk. Levinson questioned Teslas approach to autonomous driving safety, suggesting it isnt equipped for...

XRP Whale Drops 31M Tokens As SEC Battle Reaches Pivotal Moment

An XRP whale transferred 31 million tokens to Bitso, intensifying market chatter as Ripples legal showdown with the SEC hits a pivotal stage. With XRP hovering around $0.50 support, investors brace for possible sell-off...