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Galena Will Adjourn Special Meeting until Friday, December 29, 2017, Urges Stockholders to Vote

Dec 14, 2017 22:03 pm UTC| Business

SAN RAMON, Calif., Dec. 14, 2017 -- Galena Biopharma, Inc. (NASDAQ:GALE), (“Galena”) announced today that its special meeting of stockholders (“Special Meeting”), scheduled for December 15, 2017, will be convened and...

Braintree Electric Light Department and Borrego Solar Systems Receive $700,000 Grant from Massachusetts Clean Energy Center for Energy Storage Project

Dec 14, 2017 22:02 pm UTC| Business

Lowell, Massachusetts, Dec. 14, 2017 -- Borrego Solar Systems, a leading developer, designer, installer and OM provider of solar and energy storage systems today announced it has received a $700,000 grant from the...

Grace to Acquire Polyolefin Catalysts Business

Dec 14, 2017 22:00 pm UTC| Business

COLUMBIA, Md., Dec. 14, 2017 -- W. R. Grace Co. (NYSE:GRA) today signed an agreement to acquire the Polyolefin Catalysts business of Albemarle Corporation (NYSE:ALB) for $416 million. The transaction is expected to...

Sanchez Midstream Partners Announces Borrowing Base Increase

Dec 14, 2017 22:00 pm UTC| Business

HOUSTON, Dec. 14, 2017 -- Sanchez Midstream Partners LP (NYSE American:SNMP) (“SNMP” or the “Partnership”) today announced that its lenders have completed a regularly-scheduled redetermination of the borrowing base...

iKang Announces Unaudited Financial Results for the Fiscal Second Quarter Ended September 30, 2017

Dec 14, 2017 22:00 pm UTC| Business

BEIJING, Dec. 14, 2017 -- iKang Healthcare Group, Inc. (“iKang” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq:KANG), a major provider in China’s fast growing private preventive healthcare services market, today announced its unaudited...

Educational Development Corporation Announces Third Quarter and Year to Date Net Revenues

Dec 14, 2017 21:43 pm UTC| Business

TULSA, Okla., Dec. 14, 2017 -- Educational Development Corporation (“EDC”) (NASDAQ:EDUC) (http://www.edcpub.com) today reports unaudited third quarter and year to date net revenues for fiscal year 2018. Randall...

Impac Mortgage Holdings, Inc. Announces Hire of Rian Furey to lead its Consumer Direct Retail Channel

Dec 14, 2017 21:41 pm UTC| Business

IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 14, 2017 -- Impac Mortgage Holdings, Inc. (NYSE American:IMH) (the “Company” or “Impac”) announced today that Rian Furey has been hired as the Company’s President of Direct Lending, to lead its...

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Economy

FxWirePro- Major Economic Events for the day

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FxWirePro-China's Economic Outlook: Mixed Signals in Industrial Production and Retail Sales for October 2024

In October 2024, Chinas economy showed mixed results in two key areas: industrial production and retail sales. Industrial Production: Growth was at 5.3% compared to last years, which was lower than the expected 5.5%...

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Australia's Employment Growth Slows: Key Insights from October 2024

In October 2024, Australia saw a small increase in jobs, adding 15,900 new positions. This brought the total number of people working to about 14.54 million. However, this growth is much slower than in previous months; for...

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Politics

‘Taylor Swift and Lady Gaga Say No!’ Stars Refuse Trump’s Inauguration Stage, Shocking Fans and Critics Alike

Music superstars Taylor Swift and Lady Gaga have reportedly turned down requests to perform at President Donald Trumps upcoming inauguration. The high-profile refusals by two of the worlds biggest pop icons have added fuel...

‘Big Pharma Panic!’ Stocks Plummet After Trump Appoints RFK Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services

Pharmaceutical stocks took a steep plunge in the wake of President Donald Trumps appointment of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services, a controversial move that has sent shockwaves through the...

‘Crimes Against Humanity?’ Marjorie Taylor Greene Hints Next Attorney General Matt Gaetz Will Target COVID-19 Leaders

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) hinted that Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz, who has reportedly been tapped by former President Donald Trump for the role of U.S. Attorney General, may pursue criminal investigations...

‘Mass Exodus Looms!’ FDA Employees Consider Quitting as Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Joins Trump’s Administration

As Robert F. Kennedy Jr. prepares to join the Trump administration, reports suggest a growing sense of unease among employees at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The potential appointment of Kennedy, known for his...

Next Senate Leader John Thune Backs Musk and Ramaswamy’s Plan to Dismantle Bureaucracy: ‘It’s Long Overdue!’

Incoming Senate Majority Leader John Thune has voiced his support for recent calls by tech magnate Elon Musk and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy to overhaul and dismantle portions of the federal bureaucracy. Thunes backing of...

Science

Blue Origin Prepares to Test New Glenn Rocket, Set to Rival SpaceX's Falcon Rockets

Blue Origin is making significant strides toward testing its New Glenn rocket, designed to compete with SpaceXs Falcon lineup. With seven BE-4 engines producing 3.8 million pounds of thrust, the New Glenn is set to test...

SpaceX’s $2.9 Billion Moon Ship Reveals Spacious Design for Future Lunar Missions

SpaceXs latest prototype of its Starship Human Landing System (HLS) offers an inside look at the spacious, two-story design that could soon carry astronauts to the Moon. A central feature in NASAs Artemis program, this...

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...

Technology

Dogecoin Whales Scoop 140M DOGE in 24 Hours as Market Eyes $3 Rally Amid Elon Musk Buzz

Dogecoin whales have amassed 140 million DOGE worth $56 million in the past day, reflecting growing market confidence. This surge follows bullish sentiment and Elon Musks recent federal efficiency appointment, sparking...

Shiba Inu’s Shocking 4 Trillion Transfer Triggers Golden Cross and 6% Price Rebound

The Shiba Inu ecosystem buzzed with excitement after a colossal 4 trillion SHIB transaction worth $99 million hit the blockchain. This dramatic move aligned with a rare Golden Cross formation, sending the token on a 6%...

Bitcoin Tumbles as Fed Chair Powell Signals No Hurry to Lower Rates, December Cut Uncertain

Bitcoin dropped nearly 3% on Nov. 14 as Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell dismissed the need to lower interest rates quickly. The cautious stance has led traders to reconsider the likelihood of a December cut, with...

Upbit Under Fire: South Korea Investigates 600K KYC Violations Amid License Renewal Battle

South Koreas Financial Intelligence Unit is investigating cryptocurrency exchange Upbit for over 600,000 alleged KYC violations, raising concerns about its license renewal and potential fines totaling millions. The probe...

BTC Creator Satoshi Nakamoto Now Among World’s Richest—$90 Billion in Untouched Bitcoin Sparks Controversy

In an unexpected twist of financial history, the elusive Bitcoin creator, known only as Satoshi Nakamoto, has reportedly joined the ranks of the worlds wealthiest individuals. With Bitcoin prices soaring to unprecedented...