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Overstock.com Takes ParityPledge to Improve the Pathway for Women in Leadership Positions

Dec 08, 2017 16:00 pm UTC| Business

SALT LAKE CITY, Dec. 08, 2017 -- Overstock.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:OSTK) and its blockchain subsidiary, Medici Ventures, announce they have taken the ParityPledge to increase their commitment to improving the opportunity for...

Colorado Harvest Company’s Director of Retail Sales Brings Williams-Sonoma Taste, J. Crew Style and Eddie Bauer Adventure to Create World Class Cannabis Shopping Experiences

Dec 08, 2017 16:00 pm UTC| Business

DENVER, Dec. 08, 2017 -- Colorado Harvest Company, a vertically integrated cannabis business with three dispensaries, hired Laurie Bosch as director of retail sales to strengthen its national brand by creating exciting...

Leading Organizations in the Pacific Northwest Sign MOU for Cascadia Venture Acceleration Network, a Partnership to Fuel Innovation

Dec 08, 2017 16:00 pm UTC| Business

SEATTLE, Dec. 08, 2017 -- Today, nearly 50 organizations in the Pacific Northwest convened at Cambia Grove in Seattle to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) establishing the Cascadia Venture Acceleration Network, a...

Tech CU Named One of Silicon Valley’s Most Philanthropic Companies for the Third Consecutive Year; Launches Holiday Campaign to Benefit Family Giving Tree

Dec 08, 2017 16:00 pm UTC| Business

SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec. 08, 2017 -- Tech CU (Technology Credit Union) today announced that it was named one of Silicon Valley’s most philanthropic companies by the Silicon Valley Business Journal, an honor the company...

FHLBank San Francisco’s Affordable Housing Program Boosts Jobs, Labor Income, Tax Revenues, and Economic Activity Across the Nation

Dec 08, 2017 15:56 pm UTC| Business

SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 08, 2017 -- A recent analysis commissioned by the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco (FHLBank San Francisco) shows the significant ripple effect on local economies of its Affordable Housing...

PRGX’s Tushar Sachdev Named a 2017 CIO of the Year® ORBIE® Award Winner

Dec 08, 2017 15:47 pm UTC| Business

ATLANTA, Dec. 08, 2017 -- PRGX Global, Inc. (Nasdaq:PRGX), a global leader in Recovery Audit and Spend Analytics services, today announced Tushar Sachdev, Chief Information Officer of PRGX, was awarded the 2017 CIO of...

American Health Council Honors Julio C. Soto, MD as “Best in Medicine”

Dec 08, 2017 15:46 pm UTC| Business

NEW YORK, Dec. 08, 2017 -- The American Health Council honors Julio C. Soto, MD as “Best in Medicine” for his wealth of medical expertise and commitment to increased patient autonomy over their medical decisions. Over...

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Economy

Taiwan Delegation Extends Support at Trump Inauguration Amid China Tensions

Taiwans delegation, led by Parliament Speaker Han Kuo-yu, is attending Donald Trumps U.S. presidential inauguration to represent Taiwans 23 million people and extend highest blessings to the United States. Speaking at...

Cleveland Fed President Warns of Ongoing Inflation Challenge

The U.S. continues to face an inflation problem, according to Cleveland Federal Reserve Bank President Beth Hammack, who spoke with The Wall Street Journal on Friday. Hammack, who opposed a December Fed decision to cut...

Rupee Marginally Weaker Amid Dollar Demand and RBI Intervention

The Indian rupee edged lower on Friday, trading at 86.5850 against the U.S. dollar by 09:55 a.m. IST, compared to its previous close of 86.55. The slight dip was driven by heightened dollar demand due to the maturity of...

China's Economic Resurgence: Strong Growth Signals a Bright Future Ahead

The Chinese economy had fared even better than its forecast of 5.0% at the same quarter last year with the report of an annualized increase of 5.4% in the fourth quarter of 2024. The increase came in contrast with previous...

Bull Market Optimism Persists Amid Historical Trends and Economic Growth

As the bull market enters its third year, the Sevens Report remains optimistic despite concerns over stretched valuations and geopolitical risks. The report cites factors such as robust economic growth, pro-growth policies...

Politics

Netanyahu Delays Gaza Ceasefire Over Hostage List from Hamas

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that Gazas ceasefire, set for 0630 GMT Sunday, will not commence until Hamas provides a list of hostages to be released. This comes hours before the 15-month conflicts...

Trump Returns to Washington for Inauguration Festivities Featuring Fireworks and Entertainment

President-elect Donald Trump arrived in Washington, D.C., ahead of his second inauguration, marking his return to power. Trump flew on an Air Force plane sent by outgoing President Joe Biden from Florida, accompanied by...

Penny Schwinn Chosen by Trump for Key Education Department Role

President-elect Donald Trump announced Penny Schwinn, former Tennessee education commissioner, as his choice for deputy secretary of the U.S. Department of Education. Schwinns extensive experience in education...

Trump Heads to Washington on Military Plane for Inauguration Return

Donald Trump, the president-elect, traveled to Washington on a U.S. military aircraft provided by outgoing President Joe Biden ahead of Mondays inauguration celebrations. Trump opted for the government plane over his usual...

South Korea Extends Detention of President Yoon Amid Protests

A South Korean court extended President Yoon Suk Yeols detention by 20 days on Sunday, igniting violent protests by hundreds of his supporters. Demonstrators stormed the court building, smashing windows and clashing with...

Science

Double Moonshot: Japan’s ispace and Firefly Launch Lunar Missions

In a significant stride for lunar exploration, Japanese company ispace and U.S.-based Firefly Aerospace launched moon landers aboard a SpaceX rocket from Florida. This rare double mission highlights the growing competition...

Bill Gates’ Shocking New Malaria Solution Unveiled as Genetically Modified Mosquitoes Turn Into Flying Vaccinators

In a groundbreaking and controversial move, researchers funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation at Leiden University Medical Center have developed a revolutionary approach to combat malaria. The team has created...

Explosive CIA Whistleblower Claims Havana Syndrome Victims Face Cancer, Dementia, and Government Betrayal

A former CIA operative has come forward with alarming allegations, claiming that victims of the mysterious Havana Syndrome are now battling devastating health issues, including cancer, dementia, and Parkinsons disease. The...

FDA Approval of Opdivo Injection Sparks Hope for Cancer Patients with Revolutionary Treatment Update

In a significant advancement for cancer care, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved an injectable version of Bristol Myers Squibbs blockbuster cancer drug Opdivo. Branded as Opdivo Qvantig, the new...

From dead galaxies to mysterious red dots, here’s what the James Webb telescope has found in just 3 years

On this day three years ago, we witnessed the nail-biting launch of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), the largest and most powerful telescope humans have ever sent into space. It took 30 years to build, but in three...

Technology

Oracle Prepares to Shut Down TikTok U.S. Servers Amid Ban

Oracle (NYSE: ORCL), the cloud provider for TikToks U.S. operations, has reportedly instructed staff to prepare for shutting down servers hosting TikToks U.S. data. According to The Information, the shutdown could occur as...

TikTok Ban Delayed? Trump Suggests 90-Day Reprieve

President-elect Donald Trump stated he would most likely grant TikTok a 90-day reprieve from a potential U.S. ban after taking office Monday. The Chinese-owned app, with 170 million American users, faces shutdown Sunday...

Perplexity AI Proposes Merger with TikTok U.S. to Avoid Ban

U.S. search engine startup Perplexity AI has proposed a merger with TikTok U.S., aiming to resolve the platforms looming ban in the United States, according to a confidential source. TikTok, owned by Chinas ByteDance,...

SpaceX Starship Explosion Investigated After Caribbean Debris Fallout

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and officials from the Turks and Caicos Islands are investigating SpaceXs Starship explosion, which sent debris across the northern Caribbean and forced flight diversions. The...

Trump's Inauguration Ushers in a Transformative Era for Cryptocurrency

President-elect Donald Trumps administration, featuring several pro-crypto appointees, is expected to influence U.S. policy on emerging technologies. The crypto industry, which has long faced regulatory challenges, hopes...