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County First Bank Receives Shareholder Approval for Merger With The Community Financial Corporation

Nov 15, 2017 23:15 pm UTC| Business

WALDORF, Md., Nov. 15, 2017 -- The Community Financial Corporation (NASDAQ:TCFC), the holding company for Community Bank of the Chesapeake, announced today that County First Bank (OTCQB:CUMD) has received shareholder...

Laipac Technology awarded funding from Ontario to develop technologies for Vehicle Occupancy Detection

Nov 15, 2017 23:00 pm UTC| Business

TORONTO, Nov. 15, 2017 -- Laipac Technology Inc., a leader in the development of Internet of Things (IoT) products and services, is pleased to announce that it has been awarded funding under the Small Business...

Northrop Grumman Board Declares Quarterly Dividend

Nov 15, 2017 23:00 pm UTC| Business

FALLS CHURCH, Va., Nov. 15, 2017 -- The board of directors of Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) declared a quarterly dividend of $1.00 per share on Northrop Grumman common stock, payable Dec. 20, 2017, to...

Ottawa Bancorp, Inc. to Initiate Stock Repurchase Program

Nov 15, 2017 23:00 pm UTC| Business

OTTAWA, Ill., Nov. 15, 2017 -- Ottawa Bancorp, Inc. (NasdaqCM:OTTW) (the “Company”), the holding company for Ottawa Savings Bank, FSB (the “Bank”), announced today that it has authorized a stock repurchase program to...

NAVI SHAREHOLDER ALERT: The Law Offices of Vincent Wong Reminds Investors of a Class Action Involving Navient Corporation and a Lead Plaintiff Deadline of December 15, 2017

Nov 15, 2017 22:50 pm UTC| Business

NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2017 -- The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has been commenced in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey on behalf of investors who purchased...

Pomerantz Law Firm Announces the Filing of a Class Action against Endo International plc and Certain Officers – ENDP

Nov 15, 2017 22:47 pm UTC| Business

NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2017 -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Endo International plc (“Endo” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ:ENDP) and certain of its officers. The class action, filed...

Delek Logistics Partners, LP to Participate in the RBC Capital Markets’ MLP Conference

Nov 15, 2017 22:45 pm UTC| Business

BRENTWOOD, Tenn., Nov. 15, 2017 -- Delek Logistics Partners, LP (NYSE:DKL) today announced that Alan Moret, President and other members of management will participate in the RBC Capital Markets’ MLP Conference in...

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Economy

Tokyo's Inflation Surge: Energy Prices Drive December CPI Up to 2.4%

In December 2024, the core Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Tokyo Prefecture increased by 2.4% compared to a year earlier, rising from 2.2% in November. This change is important because it shows that prices continue to rise,...

Tokyo Inflation Gains Heat as January Rate Hike Expectations Build Around BOJ Policy Moves

Inflation in Tokyo surged in December, climbing to 2.4 percent as price pressures widened. With the Bank of Japans January policy meeting looming, markets are speculating on whether a further rate hike is on the horizon...

Samsung Brings Galaxy Ring 2 and AR Smart Glasses to Galaxy Unpacked 2025 With S25 Series

Samsung is shaking up the tech world at Galaxy Unpacked 2025, unveiling the Galaxy S25 Series, the advanced Galaxy Ring 2, and its cutting-edge AR Smart Glasses. This bold lineup promises a fresh leap into wearable...

Apple’s 2nm Chips Skip iPhone 17 as TSMC Prepares 2026 Launch for iPhone 18

Apple has decided to wait until 2026 to incorporate TSMCs 2nm chips into the iPhone 18. The move bypasses the iPhone 17, as TSMC works on scaling its production to meet industry demands and cut costs. Apple Expected to...

Alibaba Partners with E-Mart in $4 Billion Deal to Strengthen South Korean Online Retail Leadership

In a $4 billion agreement, Alibaba Group and E-Mart are merging their South Korean e-commerce platforms, forming a joint venture to take full ownership of Gmarket. The deal positions the companies to compete with top...

Politics

What are Donald Trump’s plans for bolstering the U.S. economy in 2025?

As Donald Trump gears up for a potential return to the Oval Office in 2025, his proposed economic agenda has ignited both anticipation and heated debate. Promising a revival of American industry and an era of unprecedented...

How will Donald Trump’s second presidency impact his political legacy?

As Donald Trump prepares for a historic second term as president, debates over how his leadership will shape his political legacy are intensifying. Supporters view this as a pivotal moment for the 45th president to...

What will Donald Trump’s relationship with the media look like in his second term?

Donald Trumps anticipated return to the presidency has reignited debates over his tumultuous relationship with the media. After a first term characterized by fiery exchanges and the labeling of certain outlets as fake...

How does Donald Trump plan to improve relations with state governors in 2025?

Donald Trump is taking a proactive stance to repair fractured relationships with state governors as he embarks on his presidency in 2025. His new approach, focused on collaboration and federal support, aims to resolve...

What are Donald Trump’s plans for addressing political polarization in 2025?

Donald Trumps return to the political stage as president in 2025 has reignited national conversations about political division and unity in the United States. With his administration promising bold reforms, Trump faces the...

Science

Public Health Experts Warn of ‘Quad-Demic’ as Flu, COVID, RSV, and Norovirus Threaten Winter Surge

Public health experts are raising alarms over a potential quad-demic this winter, with flu, COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and norovirus all expected to surge simultaneously. This unprecedented convergence of...

Philippines' 'Missile Acquisition' Plan Provokes China's 'Arms Race' Warning

The Philippines has announced plans to acquire the U.S.-developed Typhon missile system to bolster its maritime defense capabilities. This decision has elicited strong reactions from China, which warns that such a move...

Christmas Eve Asteroid' to Skim Past Earth at 14,743 mph Tonight, NASA Warns

NASA has announced that an asteroid, comparable in size to a 10-story building, will make a close approach to Earth on Christmas Eve. The space rock, designated 2003 SD220, is expected to pass by our planet at a speed of...

Emergency Declared as Bird Flu 'Spreads' to California Dairy Cows

California Governor Gavin Newsom has officially declared a state of emergency in response to the rapidly escalating bird flu outbreak. The declaration comes after avian influenza was detected in dairy cows, a rare and...

Missing Radioactive Material in New Jersey Sparks Panic — Are Drones ‘Hunting for It’?

A small amount of radioactive material went missing in New Jersey earlier this month, raising concerns over public safety and potential security risks. The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) confirmed on December 2,...

Technology

X's New Algorithm Changes Trigger Backlash as Users Claim Voices Are Being Silenced

Elon Musks recent algorithm update on X, formerly known as Twitter, has sparked a heated debate among users. The changes, aimed at maximizing unregretted user-seconds, have raised questions about whether the platform is...

Xiaomi Expands EV Charging Access Across China With NIO, XPeng, and Li Auto Networks

Xiaomi has joined the EV charging networks of NIO, XPeng, and Li Auto, giving its customers access to over 29,000 stations across China. The move marks a strategic step in bolstering Xiaomis EV business amid growing...

Japan Airlines Faces Cyberattack Disruption with Over 60 Delayed Flights and Canceled Domestic Routes

Japan Airlines experienced significant disruptions on Thursday as a cyberattack led to over 60 flight delays, including 11 international routes, and two domestic cancellations. The airline quickly resolved the network...

Nintendo Switch 2 Reveal Rumors Explode as Countdown Ending January 8 Fuels New Leaks

Nintendo Switch 2 speculation reaches new heights with a countdown set for January 8 and leaked dock images circulating online. Fans are eager but cautious as the buzz around the anticipated reveal grows. Weibo Leaker...

Sam Altman Says Superintelligence Will Ignite a 10X Boom in AI Breakthroughs Transforming the Future of Innovation

Sam Altman envisions a world where superintelligence propels AI innovation 10x faster than expected, transforming global progress and redefining humanitys future. Early Arrival of AGI Sparks Debate The most noteworthy is...