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FibroGen to Report Second Quarter Financial Results on Monday, August 7, 2017

Jul 31, 2017 23:00 pm UTC| Business

SAN FRANCISCO, July 31, 2017 -- FibroGen, Inc. (NASDAQ:FGEN), a science-based biopharmaceutical company, today announced that it will report financial results for the second quarter of 2017 on Monday, August 7, 2017,...

Geron Announces Updates to Imetelstat Clinical Development

Jul 31, 2017 23:00 pm UTC| Business

MENLO PARK, Calif., July 31, 2017 -- Geron Corporation (Nasdaq:GERN) today announced updates to the clinical development plans for IMerge and IMbark, the ongoing trials of the telomerase inhibitor imetelstat in lower...

Imperial Closes Bridge Loan Financing

Jul 31, 2017 22:56 pm UTC| Business

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, July 31, 2017 -- Imperial Metals Corporation (the “Company”) (TSX:III) reports that it has closed a $20 million bridge loan financing (“Bridge Loan”) with affiliates of its two major...

AVISTA CORPORATION MERGER INVESTIGATION ALERT - Andrews & Springer LLC Is Seeking More Cash for Shareholders of Avista Corporation

Jul 31, 2017 22:53 pm UTC| Business

WILMINGTON, Del., July 31, 2017 -- Andrews Springer LLC, a boutique securities class action law firm focused on representing shareholders nationwide, is investigating potential breach of fiduciary duty claims against...

FTD Companies, Inc. Announces Appointment of Simha Kumar as Chief Operating Officer

Jul 31, 2017 22:32 pm UTC| Business

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., July 31, 2017 -- FTD Companies, Inc. (Nasdaq:FTD) (“FTD” or the “Company”), a premier floral and gifting company, today announced the appointment of Simha Kumar as Executive Vice President and Chief...

Sarepta Therapeutics Announces Inducement Grants Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)

Jul 31, 2017 22:30 pm UTC| Business

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., July 31, 2017 -- Sarepta Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:SRPT), a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of precision genetic medicines to treat rare...

WEBMD HEALTH CORP. MERGER INVESTIGATION ALERT - Andrews & Springer LLC Is Seeking More Cash for Shareholders of WebMD Health Corp.

Jul 31, 2017 22:27 pm UTC| Business

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Economy

Asian Markets Extend Rally as Yen Strengthens with Bank of Japan Holding Steady

Asian markets climbed higher on September 20, following the U.S. interest rate cut, while the yen strengthened after the Bank of Japan upheld its monetary policy. The MSCI Asia-Pacific index rose 0.6%, driven by Wall...

China’s Budget Spending Falls as Land Sale Revenue Plummets, Raising Economic Concerns

Chinas budget spending has shrunk at an accelerated pace, driven by a steep decline in land sale revenues. With local governments reporting a 41.8% drop in income from land sales last month, concerns are rising about the...

Clean Energy Sector Added 150,000 Jobs in 2023, Boosted by the Inflation Reduction Act

The clean energy industry added nearly 150,000 new jobs in 2023, driven by the Inflation Reduction Act, according to a report by E2. Southern states led this growth, accounting for 36% of the new positions as the renewable...

China Expected to Lower Policy and Lending Rates After U.S. Interest Rate Cut

A Reuters poll suggests that China will likely lower its central policy and lending rates on September 20, following the U.S. Federal Reserves significant interest rate cut. This anticipated move aims to stimulate Chinas...

미국 은행주 상승, 대규모 금리 인하로 채무 불이행 위험 및 비용 우려 완화

연방준비제도(Fed)가 50bp(베이시스 포인트) 금리 인하를 단행한 다음 날인 목요일, 미국 은행주의 주가가 프리마켓 거래에서 상승했다. 이번 금리 인하는 예금 비용을 줄이고 차입자들에 대한 압박을 완화할 것으로 기대된다. 올해...

Politics

Lawsuit Alleges Thousands of Noncitizens Registered to Vote in Nevada: Secretary of State Under Fire

A lawsuit has emerged in Nevada, claiming that as many as 11,000 noncitizens are improperly registered to vote in the key swing state. The legal challenge accuses Democratic Secretary of State Francisco Cisco Aguilar of...

Is Donald Trump Corrupt?

As former President Donald Trump prepares for a potential return to the political stage in 2024, renewed allegations of corruption continue to follow him, casting a shadow over his future ambitions. Trump, who has faced...

Donald Trump Informed Pentagon of National Guard Request on January 6: What the Records Show

In a new twist in the ongoing investigations surrounding the January 6 Capitol riot, recently surfaced transcripts appear to show that former President Donald Trump informed top Pentagon officials about his desire for a...

Are Muslims Voting Donald Trump or Kamala Harris?

With the 2024 presidential election fast approaching, the question of which candidate Muslim voters will support is becoming increasingly significant. Both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris represent starkly different...

Are Christians Voting Donald Trump or Kamala Harris?

As the 2024 presidential race heats up, a critical question emerges: where do Christian voters stand? With former President Donald Trump poised for a potential return to the White House and Vice President Kamala Harris...

Science

Starlink Aviation Expands to 2,500 Aircraft After United Airlines Partnership

SpaceXs Starlink Aviation service is expanding rapidly, with 2,500 aircraft now under contract after a recent agreement with United Airlines. This marks a significant milestone in in-flight connectivity, as Starlink...

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn Crew Achieves Historic Spacewalk and Advances Commercial Space Exploration

SpaceXs Polaris Dawn mission accomplished several milestones during its five-day journey, including the most remote spacewalk in history. Crew members conducted 36 groundbreaking experiments, advancing knowledge in space...

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn Crew Returns After Groundbreaking Mission, Advancing Elon Musk's Mars Ambitions

The Polaris Dawn crew returned safely to Earth after a groundbreaking five-day mission, advancing SpaceXs long-term goal of Mars colonization. Led by billionaire Jared Isaacman, the mission featured the first commercial...

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn Mission Achieves Historic Milestones Despite Lack of White House Recognition

SpaceXs Polaris Dawn mission has captivated global audiences with its historic milestones, including the first commercial spacewalk and record-breaking achievements. However, despite its groundbreaking success, the mission...

화산으로 전기 생산 가능할까?

활화산에서 뿜어져 나오는 붉은 용암을 전기로 전환하는 것은 위험하고 신뢰성이 떨어진다. 화산은 예측 가능한 일정으로 분출하지 않으며, 용암은 너무 빨리 식는다. 그러나 미국을 포함한 여러 국가는 화산열을 활용해 전기를 생산하는...

Technology

Tesla Thrives in China While Media Overstates Germany’s EV Sales Decline

Despite the medias focus on a steep decline in German EV sales, Tesla is set to record its best quarter in China. As analysts downplay Germanys artificially inflated figures, Teslas continued growth, even amid fierce...

Keeper Password Manager Offers 50% Discount to Enhance Digital Security for All Users

As digital security becomes increasingly important; Keeper is offering substantial discounts on its password management services. With 50% off personal and family plans and 30% off business plans, Keeper provides...

Shiba Inu Fees Jump 2,024%: Shibarium Gas Costs Rise with User Surge

Shiba Inus Shibarium network saw a dramatic 2,024% increase in transaction fees, fueled by a surge in active accounts and a 70% rise in transactions. The escalating costs prompt concerns among SHIB investors about fee...

Mars or Bust: Elon Musk's SpaceX Seeks Adventurers for Dangerous Red Planet Mission

Elon Musk revealed that SpaceX plans to launch missions to Mars and is inviting volunteers prepared for a hazardous and uncomfortable journey. Comparing it to long sea voyages of the past, he aims for uncrewed tests in...

Crypto Whale Nets $200K Profit After $3.2M PEPE, FLOKI, and WLD Dump Amid Market Shift

A cryptocurrency whale cashed out $3.2 million in PEPE, FLOKI, and WLD holdings, securing a $200,000 profit. The sell-off came after the Federal Reserves rate cut, with traders reacting to increased market...