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Rwanda Launches World’s First National Drone Delivery Service Powered by Zipline

Oct 13, 2016 22:00 pm UTC| Business

KIGALI, RWANDA and ATLANTA, GA, Oct. 13, 2016 -- Today, Rwandan President Paul Kagame launched the world’s first national drone delivery service during a ceremony in the country’s centrally located Muhanga...

TerraForm Global Announces Election of Two Independent Directors

Oct 13, 2016 21:44 pm UTC| Business

BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 13, 2016 -- TerraForm Global, Inc. (Nasdaq:GLBL) (the “Company”), a global owner and operator of clean energy power plants, today announced the election of two independent directors, Mark Lerdal and...

PHOTO RELEASE--Huntington Ingalls Industries Hosts Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus at Newport News Shipbuilding

Oct 13, 2016 21:19 pm UTC| Business

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Oct. 13, 2016 -- Huntington Ingalls Industries (NYSE:HII) today hosted Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus at the company’s Newport News Shipbuilding division. Mabus toured the aircraft carrier Gerald R....

Outward Bound USA to Ring The Nasdaq Stock Market Closing Bell

Oct 13, 2016 21:13 pm UTC| Business

ADVISORY, Oct. 13, 2016 -- What:Outward Bound USA, the pioneer and leading provider of experiential and outdoor education in the United States, will visit the Nasdaq MarketSite in Times Square tomorrow. In honor of...

H.B. Fuller Announces Quarterly Dividend

Oct 13, 2016 21:11 pm UTC| Business

ST. PAUL, Minn., Oct. 13, 2016 -- H.B. Fuller Company (NYSE:FUL) announced today that its Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per share of common stock. The dividend is payable on...

Post Holdings Declares Dividend on Series B and Series C Convertible Preferred Stock

Oct 13, 2016 21:01 pm UTC| Business

ST. LOUIS, Oct. 13, 2016 -- Post Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:POST), a consumer packaged goods holding company, today announced its Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.9375 per share on the Company’s 3.75%...

WEYCO Group, Inc. Third Quarter 2016 Earnings Conference Call

Oct 13, 2016 21:00 pm UTC| Business

Milwaukee, WI, Oct. 13, 2016 -- WEYCO Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: WEYS), a global marketer of footwear, plans to announce third quarter 2016 financial results after the close on Monday, November 7, 2016. Additionally, Thomas...

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Economy

S&P 500 and Dow Close at Record Highs Amid Strong Financial Earnings and Inflation Outlook

The SP 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average achieved record closing highs on Friday, driven primarily by surging financial stocks. Major banks and asset managers reported strong quarterly earnings, which helped boost...

Labour Government Faces Tax Hikes Amid Public Service Cuts, Think Tank Warns

As Britains new Labour government prepares for its first budget on October 30, it may need to increase taxes by 20 billion ($26 billion) to prevent real-terms cuts in public services, according to a report by the...

Boeing Cuts 17,000 Jobs and Delays 777X Deliveries Amid Strike

Boeing Announces 17,000 Job Cuts Amid Strikes and Financial Losses Boeing, one of the worlds largest aerospace manufacturers, is set to reduce its workforce by 17,000 employeesrepresenting a 10% cut globally. This...

U.S. Election Could Mark a Turning Point for the Dollar – What Experts Predict

As the upcoming U.S. presidential election approaches, financial analysts predict that the outcome could significantly impact the value of the U.S. dollar. Whether a Trump or Harris victory, each scenario presents unique...

Whitestone REIT Considers Revised $15-Per-Share Offer from MCB Real Estate

Whitestone REIT (NYSE: WSR) is currently assessing a formal $15-per-share acquisition offer from MCB Real Estate, valuing the shopping mall operator at approximately $1.45 billion. This revised proposal has garnered...

Politics

Melania Trump’s Stunning Fashion Secret Leaves Michelle Obama in the Dust: 'I’ve Never Seen Anything Like It'

The ongoing debate between Melania Trump and Michelle Obama isnt just about politicsits about fashion. Both former First Ladies have consistently turned heads with their elegant choices, but the question remains: Who truly...

Donald Trump Promises to 'RACE JOBS BACK' with 15% Tax Rate—But Only for Companies That Hire AMERICANS and Make in USA

Former President Donald Trump has made a bold promise to American workers and manufacturers, announcing a plan to lower corporate tax rates to a striking 15%but with a catch. This tax break will only apply to companies...

Kamala Harris Vowed to ‘Abolish ICE’ and Ban Fracking—Energy Prices Skyrocket, 325,000 Migrant Children Lost Under Her Watch

Vice President Kamala Harris is under fire for a series of controversial policies, including her past vows to abolish ICE, impose a natural gas export ban, and prohibit frackingactions that critics argue have contributed...

Donald Trump Vows to Put American Citizens First: ‘We Will Crush Communists, Marxists, and Fascists to Save Our Nation!’

During a fiery speech at his latest campaign rally, former President Donald Trump laid out his vision for America under his administration, emphasizing a strong commitment to prioritizing the needs of U.S. citizens. In a...

‘Kamala’s Nightmare!’ Surrogates Defend Venezuela’s TDA Crime Syndicate After Horrific Murder of 12-Year-Old: ‘Rock Bottom’

In a political scandal that has rocked Kamala Harris campaign, surrogates of the Vice President have come under fire for defending the notorious Tren de Aragua (TDA) crime syndicate, a Venezuelan gang allegedly responsible...

Science

SpaceX Gears Up for Starship Flight 5 Launch, With Key Preparations Underway in Texas

SpaceX is finalizing preparations for Starship Flight 5, scheduled for October 13. Teams were seen installing the flight termination system, a key pre-launch step, indicating imminent launch activity. Local authorities in...

SpaceX Prepares for Starship Flight 5, Tower Catch Planned After Successful Tank Tests

After successful tank tests, SpaceX is gearing up for Starship Flight 5 in Texas. The company confirmed plans for the first-ever Super Heavy booster tower catch, pending regulatory approval. The flight marks a key...

SpaceX Activates Starlink Texting for T-Mobile in Florida as Hurricane Milton Approaches

SpaceX has activated Starlink texting for T-Mobile customers in Florida ahead of Hurricane Milton. This service allows users to send messages, including emergency texts to 911, using Starlinks satellite network, ensuring...

SpaceX Prepares to Launch NASA’s Europa Clipper Mission to Jupiter’s Moon Next Week

SpaceX is gearing up for the much-anticipated launch of NASAs Europa Clipper mission to Jupiters moon, Europa, next week. After overcoming recent Falcon 9 setbacks, SpaceX has encapsulated the satellite within the Falcon...

Europe Pushes Back Against SpaceX's Efforts to Expand Starlink Direct-to-Cell Operations

European mobile network operators are opposing SpaceXs initiative to expand Starlink Direct-to-Cell services, urging the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to reject SpaceXs request to operate beyond standard...

Technology

BYD Unveils Denza N9, a 1,000 HP Luxury SUV That Could Rival Porsche

BYDs Denza N9 luxury SUV, built on the new e-Platform 3.0, is gearing up for a launch later this year. With a 1,000 horsepower powertrain, the N9 is expected to challenge top-tier electric SUVs in the luxury...

Tesla's Robovan Glides Like a Hovercraft—Elon Musk Unveils the Game-Changing Suspension System

Tesla wowed the crowd at the We, Robot event with its Robovan, a futuristic vehicle that appears to float with its automated load-leveling suspension system. Elon Musk revealed how the system adjusts to road conditions,...

Former Binance CEO CZ Warns of Emerging AI Risk, Calls for Crypto Community Caution

Changpeng Zhao, the former head of Binance, has issued a fresh warning about the growing use of AI in potential threats to the cryptocurrency community. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has also cautioned users to stay...

Kamala Harris Receives $1M in Ripple’s XRP—Crypto Execs Hope to Shift Her Digital Asset Stance

Kamala Harriss 2024 campaign received a $1 million donation in XRP from Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen, Federal Election Commission records reveal. This is the first known cryptocurrency donation to her campaign,...

Shiba Inu Surges Back as Lucie Drops Major Warning: FUD Must Stop or SHIB Will Suffer

Shiba Inu is on the rebound after a sharp 13% decline, and marketing lead Lucie has issued a strong warning to the SHIB army. She calls for an end to FUD and urges holders to focus on the growing market demand driving...