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Porsche to name all-electric model Taycan
- June 09, 2018
The electric 4-door is to spearhead Porsche's long-term electrification plans, with a range of plug-in hybrids and full EVs set to join it in the future. Porsche has been using the Mission E codename quite publicly for a couple years now, since the concept's first debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2015. (more...)
- June 09, 2018
The electric 4-door is to spearhead Porsche's long-term electrification plans, with a range of plug-in hybrids and full EVs set to join it in the future. Porsche has been using the Mission E codename quite publicly for a couple years now, since the concept's first debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2015. (more...)
Your coffee will help send a kid to camp
- June 09, 2018
Every week we will be giving away 25$ gift card to Tim Horton's if you can share your "bits of wisdom" about the D. "We are incredibly grateful for the generosity of Tim Hortons Restaurant Owners and their Guests on Camp Day". BC Ambulance paramedics were slinging coffee at the Willow Point Tim Hortons as part of their contribution to Camp Day. At camp they learn social, emotional and leadership skills while developing a greater group connection. (more...)
- June 09, 2018
Every week we will be giving away 25$ gift card to Tim Horton's if you can share your "bits of wisdom" about the D. "We are incredibly grateful for the generosity of Tim Hortons Restaurant Owners and their Guests on Camp Day". BC Ambulance paramedics were slinging coffee at the Willow Point Tim Hortons as part of their contribution to Camp Day. At camp they learn social, emotional and leadership skills while developing a greater group connection. (more...)
Harvey Weinstein pleads not guilty to rape and criminal sex act charges
- June 09, 2018
Weinstein, who appeared in court in a dark blazer, jeans and a tie, uttered only a few words at the brief arraignment hearing in Manhattan. Another unnamed woman accused Weinstein of rape in 2013. "It's long overdue for him to face this", said Gloria Allred, an attorney who represents women accusing men of sexual harassment, told reporters outside the court. (more...)
- June 09, 2018
Weinstein, who appeared in court in a dark blazer, jeans and a tie, uttered only a few words at the brief arraignment hearing in Manhattan. Another unnamed woman accused Weinstein of rape in 2013. "It's long overdue for him to face this", said Gloria Allred, an attorney who represents women accusing men of sexual harassment, told reporters outside the court. (more...)
Trump calls for Russian Federation to be readmitted to G7
- June 09, 2018
But as historical experts pointed out soon after details of the call were released, Canada did not burn down the White House. In what's been seen a jab at Mr Trump, he added: "Nobody is forever". He added: "The six countries of the G7 without the United States are a bigger market taken together than the American market". It allows Russian authorities to cut worldwide cooperation with hostile states, impose import and export restrictions and undertake other measures. (more...)
- June 09, 2018
But as historical experts pointed out soon after details of the call were released, Canada did not burn down the White House. In what's been seen a jab at Mr Trump, he added: "Nobody is forever". He added: "The six countries of the G7 without the United States are a bigger market taken together than the American market". It allows Russian authorities to cut worldwide cooperation with hostile states, impose import and export restrictions and undertake other measures. (more...)
Poundworld puts 5,300 jobs at risk after announcing administration
- June 08, 2018
The budget retailer is so low on cash that it might have to call in administrators within days, it is understood, putting around 5,300 jobs at risk. USA firm Flacks, which had expressed interest, is also understood to no longer be a contender. (more...)
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- June 08, 2018
The budget retailer is so low on cash that it might have to call in administrators within days, it is understood, putting around 5,300 jobs at risk. USA firm Flacks, which had expressed interest, is also understood to no longer be a contender. (more...)
Iran criticizes reported US request for Saudi oil production hike
- June 08, 2018
Brent crude futures settled up $1.96 a barrel, or 2.6 percent at $77.32. Brent was up 45 cents a barrel at $75.83 by 1015 GMT. Further weighing on prices has been rising USA output C-OUT-T-EIA, which hit another record last week at 10.8 million bpd. (more...)
- June 08, 2018
Brent crude futures settled up $1.96 a barrel, or 2.6 percent at $77.32. Brent was up 45 cents a barrel at $75.83 by 1015 GMT. Further weighing on prices has been rising USA output C-OUT-T-EIA, which hit another record last week at 10.8 million bpd. (more...)
Trump to skip G7 climate sessions following spat with Macron, Trudeau
- June 08, 2018
Trump also said Trudeau was being " indignant " about the cross-border trade relationship. In particular, the president said on Tuesday to several advisers that he fears attending the Group of Seven summit in rural Charlevoix, Quebec, may not be a good use of his time because he is diametrically opposed on many key issues with his counterparts - and does not want to be lectured by them. (more...)
- June 08, 2018
Trump also said Trudeau was being " indignant " about the cross-border trade relationship. In particular, the president said on Tuesday to several advisers that he fears attending the Group of Seven summit in rural Charlevoix, Quebec, may not be a good use of his time because he is diametrically opposed on many key issues with his counterparts - and does not want to be lectured by them. (more...)
TSB chairman says embattled CEO has 'full support' of board
- June 08, 2018
TSB chief executive Paul Pester told MPs: "I am deeply sorry to say that the issues we created as a outcome of migration were an opportunity for criminals to target TSB customers". The chief executive responded: "I believe I'm the right person to fix this problem for our customers". Andrew Bailey, chief executive of the FCA, said that TSB senior managers had responsibility for the situation, even if they did not manage the introduction of the new technology. (more...)
- June 08, 2018
TSB chief executive Paul Pester told MPs: "I am deeply sorry to say that the issues we created as a outcome of migration were an opportunity for criminals to target TSB customers". The chief executive responded: "I believe I'm the right person to fix this problem for our customers". Andrew Bailey, chief executive of the FCA, said that TSB senior managers had responsibility for the situation, even if they did not manage the introduction of the new technology. (more...)
U.S. sees trade deficit fall to 7-month low
- June 08, 2018
Data for March was also revised to show a trade deficit of $47.2 billion instead of the previously reported $49 billion. The United States ran a $68.3 billion deficit in the trade of goods. He added, "But real export growth is still being boosted by the past depreciation of the dollar, and business surveys are still consistent with export growth picking up". (more...)
- June 08, 2018
Data for March was also revised to show a trade deficit of $47.2 billion instead of the previously reported $49 billion. The United States ran a $68.3 billion deficit in the trade of goods. He added, "But real export growth is still being boosted by the past depreciation of the dollar, and business surveys are still consistent with export growth picking up". (more...)
Trump Insults Canada In Private Phone Call With Trudeau Over Tariffs
- June 08, 2018
Donald Trump has threatened to escalate a global trade war on the European Union and Canada , hours before he meets their leaders at the G7 summit in Quebec. Washington has demanded that Beijing take steps to open its markets further to USA goods. Trudeau has charged that he found the tariffs "insulting" and said such tactics are hardly how two close allies and trading partners that fought side-by-side in the Second World War, Korea and Afghanistan should treat one another. (more...)
- June 08, 2018
Donald Trump has threatened to escalate a global trade war on the European Union and Canada , hours before he meets their leaders at the G7 summit in Quebec. Washington has demanded that Beijing take steps to open its markets further to USA goods. Trudeau has charged that he found the tariffs "insulting" and said such tactics are hardly how two close allies and trading partners that fought side-by-side in the Second World War, Korea and Afghanistan should treat one another. (more...)
Google says it's AI software can't appear in weapons, "unreasonable" surveillance
- June 08, 2018
The search giant had been formulating a patchwork of policies around these ethical questions for years, but finally put them in writing. The new rules could set the tone for the deployment of AI far beyond Google , as rivals in Silicon Valley and around the world compete for supremacy in self-driving cars, automated assistants, robotics, military AI and other industries. (more...)
- June 08, 2018
The search giant had been formulating a patchwork of policies around these ethical questions for years, but finally put them in writing. The new rules could set the tone for the deployment of AI far beyond Google , as rivals in Silicon Valley and around the world compete for supremacy in self-driving cars, automated assistants, robotics, military AI and other industries. (more...)
Kevin Prince Boateng reacts to Anas' football corruption video
- June 08, 2018
Apart the GFA President Kwesi Nyantakyi getting caught receiving bribes and using President Nana Akufo-Addo's name to cut shady deals, many other leading members of the FA including Sannie Daara, Kofi Manu and Eddie Doku were caught taking bribes to fix players into national teams. (more...)
- June 08, 2018
Apart the GFA President Kwesi Nyantakyi getting caught receiving bribes and using President Nana Akufo-Addo's name to cut shady deals, many other leading members of the FA including Sannie Daara, Kofi Manu and Eddie Doku were caught taking bribes to fix players into national teams. (more...)
The UK Times: UK PM May accused of deceiving ministers over Brexit
- June 08, 2018
British Prime Minister Theresa May forged a compromise with senior members of her government Thursday, agreeing that any interim arrangement to maintain customs links with the European Union after the United Kingdom leaves the bloc would be expected to last until the end of 2021 at the latest. (more...)
- June 08, 2018
British Prime Minister Theresa May forged a compromise with senior members of her government Thursday, agreeing that any interim arrangement to maintain customs links with the European Union after the United Kingdom leaves the bloc would be expected to last until the end of 2021 at the latest. (more...)
Taiwan now 'Chinese territory' as Qantas bows to pressure
- June 08, 2018
Ms Bishop has reiterated her concerns about Beijing's request for airlines to no longer refer to Taiwan as an independent country, but noted Qantas was free to make its own corporate decisions. The CEO of Qantas' global unit, Alison Webster, said the decision was not influenced by Qantas' partnership with China Eastern Airlines Corp., the country's second largest carrier by passenger numbers. (more...)
- June 08, 2018
Ms Bishop has reiterated her concerns about Beijing's request for airlines to no longer refer to Taiwan as an independent country, but noted Qantas was free to make its own corporate decisions. The CEO of Qantas' global unit, Alison Webster, said the decision was not influenced by Qantas' partnership with China Eastern Airlines Corp., the country's second largest carrier by passenger numbers. (more...)
Flying vehicle startup backed by Google founder offers test flights
- June 08, 2018
A flying auto project has unveiled a model that can be taken for test flights by potential buyers. Kitty Hawk revealed its first vehicle past year. The company will sell first to partners interested in fleets of the craft, like amusement parks. The aim now is to get it in the hands of customers; people can express interest via the company's website . (more...)
- June 08, 2018
A flying auto project has unveiled a model that can be taken for test flights by potential buyers. Kitty Hawk revealed its first vehicle past year. The company will sell first to partners interested in fleets of the craft, like amusement parks. The aim now is to get it in the hands of customers; people can express interest via the company's website . (more...)
Cambridge Analytica CEO accused of embezzling $8 million
- June 08, 2018
He added that the Financial Times newspaper had been wrong in its report that resources had been taken out of the business as its collapse loomed. "The allegation is false, the facts are not correct". "Of course, the answer to this question should have been 'yes, '" Nix was quoted as saying by Reuters , when asked if Cambridge Analytica still held data from the researcher. (more...)
- June 08, 2018
He added that the Financial Times newspaper had been wrong in its report that resources had been taken out of the business as its collapse loomed. "The allegation is false, the facts are not correct". "Of course, the answer to this question should have been 'yes, '" Nix was quoted as saying by Reuters , when asked if Cambridge Analytica still held data from the researcher. (more...)
NTSB releases preliminary report on fatal Model X crash
- June 08, 2018
The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board issued a preliminary report on the March 23 crash showing that the driver's hands were detected on the steering wheel only 34 seconds during the last minute before impact. Earlier this year, a Utah woman crashed her Model S into a firetruck at 60 miles per hour while reportedly using Autopilot. "The focus is on what led to this crash and how do we prevent it from happening again". (more...)
- June 08, 2018
The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board issued a preliminary report on the March 23 crash showing that the driver's hands were detected on the steering wheel only 34 seconds during the last minute before impact. Earlier this year, a Utah woman crashed her Model S into a firetruck at 60 miles per hour while reportedly using Autopilot. "The focus is on what led to this crash and how do we prevent it from happening again". (more...)
Jobless rate is low, worker demand is high
- June 08, 2018
For the first time in at least 20 years, there are now more job openings than there are people looking for work. Steady economic growth has encouraged employers to step up their hiring practices. Despite a robust number of jobs being added to the economy, wage growth is still lower than what analysts had expected. For example, data from the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta indicate that workers who switch jobs are starting to get healthier pay gains. (more...)
- June 08, 2018
For the first time in at least 20 years, there are now more job openings than there are people looking for work. Steady economic growth has encouraged employers to step up their hiring practices. Despite a robust number of jobs being added to the economy, wage growth is still lower than what analysts had expected. For example, data from the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta indicate that workers who switch jobs are starting to get healthier pay gains. (more...)
White House reportedly considering new economic penalties against Canada
- June 08, 2018
Trump withdrew from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action initially signed between Iran and a group that included China, Russia, France, Germany, the U.K. Last month he announced he was imposing tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from these countries, infuriating numerous foreign leaders who have pledged to confront him during the G-7. (more...)
- June 08, 2018
Trump withdrew from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action initially signed between Iran and a group that included China, Russia, France, Germany, the U.K. Last month he announced he was imposing tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from these countries, infuriating numerous foreign leaders who have pledged to confront him during the G-7. (more...)
Trustees warn Medicare's financial problems worsening
- June 07, 2018
That's because, according to the report , the government will collect less in income taxes, meaning less money will flow into the Medicare trust fund. A major reason for Social Security's long-term financial problems is a decline in the number of workers for each beneficiary. The Social Security Administration's main campus in Woodlawn, Md. (more...)
- June 07, 2018
That's because, according to the report , the government will collect less in income taxes, meaning less money will flow into the Medicare trust fund. A major reason for Social Security's long-term financial problems is a decline in the number of workers for each beneficiary. The Social Security Administration's main campus in Woodlawn, Md. (more...)
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