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Values of global insurance M&A deals soar in 2017

Nov 14, 2017 14:05 pm UTC| Business

ARLINGTON, Va., Nov. 14, 2017 -- At a time of heightened political uncertainty, fewer insurance MA deals are being completed, but those that do complete are of a higher value, according to a survey by leading global...

GMDC Unwraps Holiday Retail Trends

Nov 14, 2017 14:05 pm UTC| Business

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Nov. 14, 2017 -- Based on consumer spending reports from the National Retail Federation, products in the General Merchandise category, including gift cards, clothing, books and media are the...

Lion One Announces the Start of Construction at the Tuvatu Gold Project

Nov 14, 2017 14:05 pm UTC| Business

NORTH VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Nov. 14, 2017 -- Lion One Metals Limited (TSX-V:LIO) (ASX:LLO) (OTCQX:LOMLF) (FSE:LY1) (the “Company”) is pleased to announce the start of the construction phase of the Tuvatu Gold...

Next-Generation Smart Objects Can Do More and Consume Less with New STM32L4+ Microcontrollers Series from STMicroelectronics

Nov 14, 2017 14:03 pm UTC| Business

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BKF Capital Group, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2017 Third Quarter Results

Nov 14, 2017 14:02 pm UTC| Business

WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Nov. 14, 2017 -- BKF Capital Group, Inc. (OTC PINK:BKFG), a company that has historically operated in the investment advisory and asset management business, announced that it published on its...

Libelium Releases the First Programming Cloud Service for the IoT

Nov 14, 2017 14:02 pm UTC| Business

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Enel’s New 320 MW U.S. Wind Project Will Power Facebook Data Centre in Nebraska

Nov 14, 2017 14:02 pm UTC| Business

The Rattlesnake Creek wind project will cover 100% of Facebook’s energy needs at its new data centre in Papillion, NebraskaThe total investment in Rattlesnake Creek amounted to approx. 430 million US dollarsWith a total...

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Economy

Markets Steady as Fed Signals Caution on Rate Cuts

The SP 500 closed marginally higher on Wednesday, supported by tech stocks rebounding from earlier losses as Treasury yields steadied. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 94 points (0.2%), the SP 500 gained 0.1%, and the...

Spending Surge: Australia's Retail Sector Shows Signs of Resilience in November 2024

Retail Sales Overview Australian retail sales in November 2024 recorded monthly growth of 0.8%, short of the markets 1.0% estimate. It is, however positive since this reading shows that the retail sector remains under...

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Australia's CPI Soars: Inflation Insights for November 2024

The annualized 12-month movement of the Australian year-on-year CPI in November 2024 came in at 2.3%. Comparing this figure, the reading of 2.1% as reported in October 2024 was well ahead of the market forecast, which had...

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Politics

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Path to HHS Sparks Fierce Debate over Health and Leadership in America

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a controversial figure in health advocacy, is reportedly on the verge of securing the votes necessary for confirmation as Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS). The development has ignited...

Department of Justice Faces Scrutiny Over $100 Million Spent on Controversial DEI Programs in Four Years

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has come under fire following revelations that it spent over $100 million on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in the last four years, according to a report by Fox News. The...

Biden Honors Jan. 6 Committee Members With Prestigious Award, Sparking Fierce Debate Across the Nation

President Joe Biden is set to award the Presidential Citizens Medal to key members of the Jan. 6 committee, including Republican Liz Cheney and Democrat Bennie Thompson. The announcement, first reported by Axios, has...

Elon Musk Sparks Outrage With Explosive Accusations Against Biden’s Border Policies

Tech mogul Elon Musk has once again stirred controversy, this time with his incendiary claim that President Joe Bidens open-border policies constitute 100% treason. The bold accusation, made via Musks widely followed...

Biden’s Bold Move to Permanently Ban Offshore Oil Drilling Sparks Nationwide Debate Before Trump Takes Office

In a dramatic end-of-term decision, President Joe Biden is reportedly planning to implement a permanent ban on offshore oil drilling in key areas, according to Bloomberg. The move is seen as a final effort to solidify his...

Science

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...

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...

Technology

Galaxy Z Flip FE and Watch8 Classic Rumored in Database Leak as Samsung Plans August Unpacked Reveal

The Galaxy Z Flip FE and Watch8 Classic have surfaced in a database, fueling rumors about their global debut at Samsungs highly anticipated August Unpacked event. These devices highlight Samsungs push toward affordability...

Apple Skips TSMC’s Pricey 2nm Chips for iPhone 17 Pro Over Steep Costs and Limited Production

Citing high production costs and limited capacity, Apple has delayed using TSMCs 2nm chips in its iPhone 17 Pro models. The advanced chips are now expected in 2026 with the iPhone 18 Pro series. Apple Delays iPhone 17 Pros...

MINISO Stock Climbs as 'Black Myth Wukong' Alliance Sparks Global Excitement

MINISO shares soared in Hong Kong and New York after announcing a partnership with Black Myth Wukong, Chinas groundbreaking AAA game. The collaboration includes co-branded products set for 2025, reflecting MINISOs drive to...

Apple Faces $95 Million Settlement Over Siri Recordings Linked to Privacy Breaches and User Ads

Apple has settled a class action lawsuit for $95 million over claims that its Siri assistant recorded private conversations and disclosed them to advertisers. Millions of users are eligible for compensation, with the class...

Wall Street Futures Steady as Apple and Tesla Struggles Shape New Year Market Sentiment

U.S. stock futures remained steady Thursday evening following a weak start to 2025, with Apple and Tesla leading declines on Wall Street. Slower rate cut expectations and economic uncertainty further pressured sentiment....