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Speed networking: how to win Euro 2016

Jun 09, 2016 09:20 am UTC| Insights & Views Sports

Later this week, host nation France will face Romania in the opening game of the Euro 2016 football championships. Over the following four weeks, 24 nations will attempt to dethrone Spain and take home the coveted Henri...

Come on Wales – outrage over Mars support for England football team is storm in a tea-break

Jun 01, 2016 02:06 am UTC| Insights & Views Sports

Welsh football fans are up in arms. They are calling for a boycott of Mars bars after claims that the confectionery super company has snubbed Wales and its fans by flaunting its support for England in the forthcoming...

How the British press played a part in the sacking of Louis van Gaal

May 31, 2016 12:39 pm UTC| Insights & Views Sports

As Jose Mourinho prepares for life as Manchester Uniteds latest manager, one enduring memory of his embattled predecessor, Louis van Gaal, must be his final press conference. It should have been the Dutchmans proudest day...

Zika Virus Crisis

Will Zika virus cast a shadow over the Rio Olympics?

May 24, 2016 00:06 am UTC| Insights & Views Health Sports

The outbreak of mosquito-borne Zika virus in South America has cast a shadow over preparations for the Olympic and Paralympic Games to be held in Rio de Janeiro. As the games draw closer, health authorities are on alert...

Should Wayne Rooney play in Euro 2016?

May 23, 2016 00:48 am UTC| Insights & Views Sports

Just as quickly as the English Premier League came and went, the European Championship in France approaches. In the build up it is likely that there will be a long and hard debate over whether the captain, Wayne Rooney,...

Fans deserve fair play in major sports, not cheating and corruption

May 09, 2016 01:36 am UTC| Insights & Views Sports

Why is global sport business booming and why does this come with the increasing frequency and growing size of integrity scandals of bribery, corruption and cheating? This is something I have been giving serious thought...

Terbutaline: the drug at the heart of British Cycling's week from hell

Apr 29, 2016 15:01 pm UTC| Law Sports

It was a week British Cycling would rather forget. Accusations of discrimination forced the resignation of technical director Shane Sutton and then, it was reported that one of its brightest young stars had submitted a...

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Economy

South Korea's Export Growth Falls to Seven-Month Low Amid Global Demand Concerns

South Koreas Export Growth Drops as Global Demand Slows South Koreas export growth slowed sharply in October, rising just 4.6% year-over-year to $57.52 billion, marking the smallest increase in seven months. This...

Macquarie Group Reports Lower-Than-Expected First-Half Profits Amid Commodities Slowdown

Macquarie Group Misses First-Half Profit Estimates as Commodities Trading Declines Macquarie Group, Australias largest investment bank, reported a first-half profit increase of 14% to A$1.61 billion (USD 1.06...

Dollar Holds Steady Ahead of U.S. Jobs Report, BOJ Signals Potential Rate Hikes

Dollar Maintains Stability Amid U.S. Jobs Report and Fed Speculation The U.S. dollar held steady against major currencies on Friday as investors anticipated the latest U.S. nonfarm payrolls report. This report is...

IMF Urges Japan to Balance Budget as Bank of Japan Signals Gradual Rate Hikes

IMF Calls for Budget Discipline in Japan Amid Rising Interest Rates As Japan considers additional spending plans, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) advised on Friday that the government should finance new...

Israel-Palestine Banking Waiver Extension: U.S. Warns of Economic Crisis Ahead

Israel Extends Palestinian Banking Waiver Amid Looming Economic Crisis Israel recently extended its banking cooperation waiver with Palestinian banks for an additional month, a move that U.S. officials warn could...

Politics

Donald Trump’s Last Crypto Call Rallies Bitcoin Supporters in High-Stakes Election Push

With Election Day only days away, Donald Trump intensifies his campaign to woo crypto advocates, announcing a sweeping Bitcoin agenda that promises to keep BTC mining stateside and challenges claims from Kamala Harris....

‘Garbage or Nazis?’ Gov. Tim Walz Defends Biden’s Remarks on Trump Supporters—‘He Was Very Clear!’ Critics Demand Apology

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is facing backlash after defending President Joe Bidens recent comment that referred to Trump supporters as garbage. In his statement, Walz, who recently compared Trump supporters to Nazis,...

‘America’s Going to Love It!’ Elon Musk Teases ‘Fun’ Second Trump Presidency—‘It’s Gonna Be Awesome!’ Sparks Mixed Reactions

In a tweet that has stirred up strong opinions across social media, billionaire Elon Musk shared his take on a potential second presidency for former President Donald Trump, calling it the most fun America has had in a...

‘A System Flaw Exposed!’ Non-Citizen Voting Incident at University of Michigan Sparks Outrage—‘Ballot Will Still Count!’

A 19-year-old student from China, enrolled at the University of Michigan, faces charges of illegal voting and perjury for allegedly casting a ballot in the 2024 U.S. election. The case has ignited a firestorm of...

U.S. Election Officials Brace for Disruptions Amid Misinformation and Threats

Heightened Security Measures in Key Battleground States Ahead of Election Day With the U.S. election just days away, officials across crucial battleground states like Philadelphia, Detroit, and Atlanta are...

Science

CDC Urges Second COVID-19 Vaccine for Seniors: ‘Protect Your Health This Season!’ Experts Say It’s Critical

In a recent public health announcement, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended that individuals aged 65 and older receive a second dose of the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine. This additional dose, the...

Breakfast Secrets: 'Fiber-rich Foods Are the Key to Weight Loss!' Experts Reveal Shocking Truth

Health experts often emphasize the importance of a balanced diet combined with regular exercise for weight management. However, for many, achieving these goals can be a daunting challenge. Instead of drastic food...

Scabies Surge Sparks Alarm: Doctors Warn Brits, 'Don't Ignore That Rash!'

Doctors in the United Kingdom are sounding the alarm over a dramatic rise in scabies cases, urging residents not to dismiss any signs of the itchy skin condition. Recent data shows that hospitals detected approximately...

Just 21 Minutes of Cycling a Day Is 'All You Need' for Total Health, Claims Expert

John Vinton, CEO of Aventon Bikes, insists that just 21 minutes of cycling each day can drastically enhance your health. This simple yet transformative practice can lead to a multitude of benefits, including reduced risks...

Urgent Alert: New COVID Variant Causes Alarming Symptoms—You Must Know This!

The UK is experiencing a rise in COVID-19 cases, with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) confirming that the XEC strain of the virus is spreading. This variant, a combination of the KS.1.1 and KP.3.3 strains, is...

Technology

Shiba Inu's Shytoshi Kusama Strikes Back at Critics, Claims SHIB Outpaces Bitcoin

Shiba Inus enigmatic lead developer, Shytoshi Kusama, has fired back at critics doubting SHIBs potential, emphasizing its staggering 33 million percent growth since 2020 and asserting that it outperforms even...

OpenAI's ChatGPT Search Takes on Google—Here's How to Use It

In a bold move against Google, OpenAI has unveiled ChatGPT Search, enhancing its AI with powerful search capabilities. Powered by GPT-4o, this new feature is rolling out to ChatGPT Plus users. Heres how you can get started...

Nvidia’s $700 Million Run:ai Acquisition Triggers EU Red Flags Over Competition Concerns

Nvidias $700 million acquisition of Israeli AI firm Run:ai faces an EU regulatory review amid competition concerns in tech markets. EU regulators may require Nvidia to make concessions to secure final approval for the...

Elon Musk Fires Back at Zoox Co-Founder's Doubts Over Tesla FSD’s Robotaxi Readiness

Zoox co-founder Jesse Levinsons critique of Teslas Full Self-Driving tech sparked a pointed response from Elon Musk. Levinson questioned Teslas approach to autonomous driving safety, suggesting it isnt equipped for...

XRP Whale Drops 31M Tokens As SEC Battle Reaches Pivotal Moment

An XRP whale transferred 31 million tokens to Bitso, intensifying market chatter as Ripples legal showdown with the SEC hits a pivotal stage. With XRP hovering around $0.50 support, investors brace for possible sell-off...