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Brexit: Deal or no deal? - TDS
- July 26, 2018
Several sources in Brussels and elsewhere reported back to Dublin the UK's tactics of separating member states from Ireland. "Fingers crossed then. There is still time for "Take Control" Theresa to work her unique magic". It also points out that it is already preparing to relocate or reassign tasks that are now performed in the United Kingdom - such as the Galileo Security Monitoring Centre (part of the EU's project for satellites in space) and the UK-based EU Reference Laboratories - because ... (more...)
- July 26, 2018
Several sources in Brussels and elsewhere reported back to Dublin the UK's tactics of separating member states from Ireland. "Fingers crossed then. There is still time for "Take Control" Theresa to work her unique magic". It also points out that it is already preparing to relocate or reassign tasks that are now performed in the United Kingdom - such as the Galileo Security Monitoring Centre (part of the EU's project for satellites in space) and the UK-based EU Reference Laboratories - because ... (more...)
European Union agrees to buy more United States soy, import more liquified gas
- July 26, 2018
Farmers in the USA have been adversely impacted after the Trump administration imposed tariffs on aluminium and steel imports, triggering a trade war with several countries including China , which has announced retaliatory measures against American goods. (more...)
- July 26, 2018
Farmers in the USA have been adversely impacted after the Trump administration imposed tariffs on aluminium and steel imports, triggering a trade war with several countries including China , which has announced retaliatory measures against American goods. (more...)
Ex-Ferrari boss Marchionne dies following illness
- July 26, 2018
Today, Elkann said, "Unfortunately, what we feared has come to pass". Marchionne has done what many thought impossible, most notably his huge gamble just over a decade ago when he set in motion the marriage between the then-ailing Fiat with bankrupt U.S. (more...)
- July 26, 2018
Today, Elkann said, "Unfortunately, what we feared has come to pass". Marchionne has done what many thought impossible, most notably his huge gamble just over a decade ago when he set in motion the marriage between the then-ailing Fiat with bankrupt U.S. (more...)
Facebook's Stock Plummets As User Growth and Revenue Miss Expectations
- July 26, 2018
Analysts polled by Bloomberg expect the social-media giant to report adjusted earnings of $2.01 a share on revenue of $13.33 billion, both above last quarter as well as the same period of 2017. "It appears that stronger Instagram performance (according to our checks) was not enough to offset some of the core app headwinds", said Colin Sebastian, analyst at Robert W. (more...)
- July 26, 2018
Analysts polled by Bloomberg expect the social-media giant to report adjusted earnings of $2.01 a share on revenue of $13.33 billion, both above last quarter as well as the same period of 2017. "It appears that stronger Instagram performance (according to our checks) was not enough to offset some of the core app headwinds", said Colin Sebastian, analyst at Robert W. (more...)
Trump pumps up the volume ahead of Juncker visit
- July 26, 2018
The White House has chose to direct $12 billion in emergency aid to American farmers, to help take the sting out of the trade war that President Donald Trump started. It is unclear whether the administration's solution, which has been in the works for months, will satisfy Republicans in Congress. "Time and time again I've heard from farmers that they want trade, not aid", said Sen. (more...)
- July 26, 2018
The White House has chose to direct $12 billion in emergency aid to American farmers, to help take the sting out of the trade war that President Donald Trump started. It is unclear whether the administration's solution, which has been in the works for months, will satisfy Republicans in Congress. "Time and time again I've heard from farmers that they want trade, not aid", said Sen. (more...)
Republicans Say Trump's Farmers Bailout Will Not Work
- July 26, 2018
He said this was a " short-term " solution to help farmers and give President Donald Trump time to negotiate a longer term trade deal to help agriculture and other sectors hurt by unfair trading practices by China and others. Mr. Trump repeatedly complains that the European Union imposes 10% tariffs on auto imports, compared with 2.5% imposed by the U.S. He declines to mention the 25% tariffs the U.S. (more...)
- July 26, 2018
He said this was a " short-term " solution to help farmers and give President Donald Trump time to negotiate a longer term trade deal to help agriculture and other sectors hurt by unfair trading practices by China and others. Mr. Trump repeatedly complains that the European Union imposes 10% tariffs on auto imports, compared with 2.5% imposed by the U.S. He declines to mention the 25% tariffs the U.S. (more...)
Mega Millions $522 million-winning ticket sold in California
- July 25, 2018
It's the ninth $1 million Mega Millions prize won in Minnesota since sales began in February 2010. However, you should still check your tickets to see if you won a smaller prize. In all, three Mega Millions jackpots have been awarded in 2018. The one-time "cash option" would net the victor $308 million. Mega Millions is available in 44 states, plus the District of Columbia and the U.S. (more...)
- July 25, 2018
It's the ninth $1 million Mega Millions prize won in Minnesota since sales began in February 2010. However, you should still check your tickets to see if you won a smaller prize. In all, three Mega Millions jackpots have been awarded in 2018. The one-time "cash option" would net the victor $308 million. Mega Millions is available in 44 states, plus the District of Columbia and the U.S. (more...)
Tributes pour in after former FCA chief Marchionne dies
- July 25, 2018
Sergio Marchionne, man and friend, is gone", he said in a statement . The New York Times reports that Marchionne was recovering from shoulder surgery but has become "gravely ill", and FCA reports that his condition worsened significantly on July 21. (more...)
- July 25, 2018
Sergio Marchionne, man and friend, is gone", he said in a statement . The New York Times reports that Marchionne was recovering from shoulder surgery but has become "gravely ill", and FCA reports that his condition worsened significantly on July 21. (more...)
Trump, Iran drama escalates -- via Twitter
- July 25, 2018
The US president warned the Islamic Republic of consequences never seen before. Iran has shot back at US President Donald Trump , dismissing his all-caps Twitter warning that the country would suffer consequences if it continued to threaten the US, saying it was unimpressed by the late-night tweet. (more...)
- July 25, 2018
The US president warned the Islamic Republic of consequences never seen before. Iran has shot back at US President Donald Trump , dismissing his all-caps Twitter warning that the country would suffer consequences if it continued to threaten the US, saying it was unimpressed by the late-night tweet. (more...)
Ryanair cancels 600 flights ahead of strikes in three European countries
- July 25, 2018
Friday is the first of two 24-hour stoppages announced by the Irish Air Line Pilots' Association (Ialpa), which grounded 30 flights bound for the United Kingdom last week. However, since then he has been struggling to reach agreement on working conditions with several of the trade unions. RYANAIR has been hit with further strike action, this time in mainland Europe, which will force the airline to cancel 600 flights over two days, affecting 100,000 passengers. (more...)
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- July 25, 2018
Friday is the first of two 24-hour stoppages announced by the Irish Air Line Pilots' Association (Ialpa), which grounded 30 flights bound for the United Kingdom last week. However, since then he has been struggling to reach agreement on working conditions with several of the trade unions. RYANAIR has been hit with further strike action, this time in mainland Europe, which will force the airline to cancel 600 flights over two days, affecting 100,000 passengers. (more...)
Donald Trump downbeat ahead of trade talks with EU
- July 25, 2018
China , the European Union , Canada and Mexico have all been hit by US levies on some of their imports, including steel and aluminum, and have retaliated by placing their own tariffs on USA agricultural exports, targeting farm states that are politically important to the president. (more...)
- July 25, 2018
China , the European Union , Canada and Mexico have all been hit by US levies on some of their imports, including steel and aluminum, and have retaliated by placing their own tariffs on USA agricultural exports, targeting farm states that are politically important to the president. (more...)
Ag Dept to send $12B to farmers hurt by tariffs
- July 25, 2018
Trump's event with a smorgasbord of American goods came at the start of a week in which trade discussions are expected to dominate, including talks with European officials and a trip to IL in which the President is planning to visit a community helped along by his steel tariffs. (more...)
- July 25, 2018
Trump's event with a smorgasbord of American goods came at the start of a week in which trade discussions are expected to dominate, including talks with European officials and a trip to IL in which the President is planning to visit a community helped along by his steel tariffs. (more...)
Trump suggests no tariffs between US, Europe
- July 25, 2018
The plan focuses on Midwest soybean producers and others targeted by retaliatory measures. The almost $12 billion package will include direct payments to producers of key agricultural exports like soybeans, corn, dairy and pork; a program to purchase surplus from some agricultural producers; and efforts to build out markets for USA agricultural products. (more...)
- July 25, 2018
The plan focuses on Midwest soybean producers and others targeted by retaliatory measures. The almost $12 billion package will include direct payments to producers of key agricultural exports like soybeans, corn, dairy and pork; a program to purchase surplus from some agricultural producers; and efforts to build out markets for USA agricultural products. (more...)
Trump administration to announce financial assistance to farmers in wake of tariffs
- July 24, 2018
The Agriculture Department was expected to announce the proposal that would include direct assistance and other temporary relief for farmers, according to two people briefed on the plan, who were not authorized to speak on the record. "It's as simple as that". Punishing tariffs have been introduced on imported goods from Canada, China, and the EU. The US and European allies have been at odds over the president's tariffs on steel imports and are meeting as the trade dispute threatens to ... (more...)
- July 24, 2018
The Agriculture Department was expected to announce the proposal that would include direct assistance and other temporary relief for farmers, according to two people briefed on the plan, who were not authorized to speak on the record. "It's as simple as that". Punishing tariffs have been introduced on imported goods from Canada, China, and the EU. The US and European allies have been at odds over the president's tariffs on steel imports and are meeting as the trade dispute threatens to ... (more...)
Mega Millions prize approaches half a billion dollars
- July 24, 2018
The jackpot has grown to at least $493,000,000, the fifth largest in Mega Millions' 16-year history. The jackpot had been an estimated $512 million before the increase was announced on Tuesday. To play in Mega Millions, you pick six numbers from two different pools, so have your lucky numbers ready. You can find Mega Millions tickets at Hoosier Lottery retailers. (more...)
- July 24, 2018
The jackpot has grown to at least $493,000,000, the fifth largest in Mega Millions' 16-year history. The jackpot had been an estimated $512 million before the increase was announced on Tuesday. To play in Mega Millions, you pick six numbers from two different pools, so have your lucky numbers ready. You can find Mega Millions tickets at Hoosier Lottery retailers. (more...)
Trump Admin Plans Emergency Aid For Farmers Caught In Tariffs Crossfire
- July 24, 2018
The Trump administration readied a plan Tuesday to send billions in emergency aid to farmers who have been caught in the crossfire of President Donald Trump's trade disputes with China and other US trading partners. He noted that countries "that have treated us unfairly on trade for years" are coming to Washington to negotiate. But conservative critics of the White House's approach said on Tuesday that Trump's move to offer rescue funds to farmers suggests the standoff with other countries ... (more...)
- July 24, 2018
The Trump administration readied a plan Tuesday to send billions in emergency aid to farmers who have been caught in the crossfire of President Donald Trump's trade disputes with China and other US trading partners. He noted that countries "that have treated us unfairly on trade for years" are coming to Washington to negotiate. But conservative critics of the White House's approach said on Tuesday that Trump's move to offer rescue funds to farmers suggests the standoff with other countries ... (more...)
Trump Threatens Iran in Late-night All-caps Tweet
- July 24, 2018
Rouhani, who warned the United States that any conflict with Iran would be the 'mother of all wars '". Oil prices extended declines into a second session on Tuesday as attention shifted to the risk of oversupply, with market participants shrugging off escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. (more...)
- July 24, 2018
Rouhani, who warned the United States that any conflict with Iran would be the 'mother of all wars '". Oil prices extended declines into a second session on Tuesday as attention shifted to the risk of oversupply, with market participants shrugging off escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. (more...)
Google's Alphabet hit by Europe's other GDPR: Global Domination = Profit Reduction
- July 24, 2018
If, however, the ruling results in a major change to how Google implements its software - namely, search - in devices in Europe, that could have a negative impact on the company's bottom line. While that's nearly three times the S&P 500 Index's gain, it trails Netflix, Amazon .com Inc. and even Facebook Inc., which is trading near a record after rebounding from a data-privacy scandal in March sparked consumer backlash and regulatory scrutiny. (more...)
- July 24, 2018
If, however, the ruling results in a major change to how Google implements its software - namely, search - in devices in Europe, that could have a negative impact on the company's bottom line. While that's nearly three times the S&P 500 Index's gain, it trails Netflix, Amazon .com Inc. and even Facebook Inc., which is trading near a record after rebounding from a data-privacy scandal in March sparked consumer backlash and regulatory scrutiny. (more...)
China denies United States allegation of currency manipulation
- July 24, 2018
It pledged to buy 10-year bonds at yield of 0.11%, the same level at which it has intervened in the past. The yield has fallen more than 50 basis points since late January, according to Thomson Reuters data. Chinese shares also opened lower but quickly reversed their losses, with both the blue-chip index and Shanghai's SSE composite up a touch. "The market took the news as a possible sign the anchor at the long end may allow for some natural drift higher", ANZ said in a note to clients. (more...)
- July 24, 2018
It pledged to buy 10-year bonds at yield of 0.11%, the same level at which it has intervened in the past. The yield has fallen more than 50 basis points since late January, according to Thomson Reuters data. Chinese shares also opened lower but quickly reversed their losses, with both the blue-chip index and Shanghai's SSE composite up a touch. "The market took the news as a possible sign the anchor at the long end may allow for some natural drift higher", ANZ said in a note to clients. (more...)
Pepperidge Farm announces voluntary recall for 4 varieties of Goldfish Crackers
- July 24, 2018
On Monday, Pepperidge Farm announced a voluntary recall of four variety of Goldfish crackers. Salmonella fears have prompted a mass recall of the cheese-flavoured snack Goldfish Crackers in the US. The station says there are no illnesses at this time. Instead, the company urges consumers to discard or return the package for a full refund. Questions can be directed to customer service by calling 800-679-1791. (more...)
- July 24, 2018
On Monday, Pepperidge Farm announced a voluntary recall of four variety of Goldfish crackers. Salmonella fears have prompted a mass recall of the cheese-flavoured snack Goldfish Crackers in the US. The station says there are no illnesses at this time. Instead, the company urges consumers to discard or return the package for a full refund. Questions can be directed to customer service by calling 800-679-1791. (more...)
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