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Advocates fear US weighing climate vs. human rights on China
U.S. envoy John Kerry’s diplomatic quest to stave off the worst scenarios of global warming is meeting resistance from China, the world's biggest climate polluter, which is adamant that the ...
US Banking Lobby Groups Oppose Proposed Tax Reporting Law
The largest U.S. banking lobby groups banded together on Friday to make another push to kill a proposed bank account reporting law being drawn up
Ohio Files Lawsuit Against Google for ‘Anti-Competitive Behavior’
On Tuesday, Attorney General Dave Yost of Ohio filed a lawsuit against Google, accusing the tech giant of “discriminatory and
Attack on gas pipeline in Syria causes brief power outage
An attack with explosive devices laid along a natural gas pipeline southeast of Syria's capital knocked out power in parts of the country before it was quickly restored, the electricity minister said Saturday. ...
The Latest: Abu Dhabi removes test rule for other emirates
The capital of the United Arab Emirates has ended a policy requiring those coming in from other emirates to have a recent negative coronavirus test. ...
Photos show North Korea expanding uranium enrichment plant
Recent satellite images show North Korea is expanding a uranium enrichment plant at its main Yongbyon nuclear complex, a sign that it's intent on boosting the production of bomb materials, experts say. ...
The various methods Menzgold customers have used to retrieve their locked-up funds
• Aggrieved customers of Menzgold have been demanding their locked-up fund for three years • They have used various methods to get authorities to heed to their plea • They have also lamented over government’s reluctance to pay their locked-up funds The saga of
EXPLAINER: How to circumvent the deceitfulness of cyber scams
Daniel Olugola was a father in need. A father, who was trying to solicit financial help from social media to help pay for the many surgeries and treatment for his daughter who was diagnosed with a sinonasal tumor. Yet, he became the victim of online scammers
China saw 1.87 bln domestic trips made in first half of 2021
China has seen a total of 1.87 billion domestic trips taken in the first half of
Apple, Google remove opposition app as Russian voting begins
MOSCOW — Facing Kremlin pressure, Apple and Google on Friday removed an opposition-created smartphone app that tells voters which candidates are likely to defeat those backed by Russian authorities, as polls opened for three days of balloting in Russia’s
Michigan’s Best Local Eats: Ixcanul Guatemalan & Mexican Cuisine brings the authenticity
SPRING ARBOR, MI -- Mariano Caal loves bringing his native Guatemalan cuisine to the Spring Arbor and Jackson communities. “I am trying to show and teach people how to eat a different type of food,” Caal said. “You know, have an experience of Guatemalan food.”
A well-run organization is an antidote for stress and burnout | Quint Studer
Every leader behavior, tactic, process and procedure that goes into creating a well-run organization either supports wellness or detracts from it. ...
Pawnshop chain marks 67th year
For more than six decades, one of the country’s leading pawnshops, Villarica has continuously served the Filipino public with a host of services that have evolved with the changing times as well as the needs of the Filipinos. Boasting of having one of
AIM empowers business leaders
It is no secret that the global economy struggled to stay afloat amid the COVID-19 pandemic. To keep more and more individuals from getting infected, most, if not all countries, issued lockdown orders, and businesses both large and small were forced into a new
Developer brings sustainable living to millennial market in Mandaue
Amaia Steps Mandaue, Amaia Land’s first mid-rise condominium to rise in the highly urbanized city of Mandaue, casts a wide net as it calls out to homebuyers seeking a sustainable community in Metropolitan Cebu. Amaia Land’s first mid-rise
Over 50% of monthly income in PH goes to school supplies
WorldRemit, a global payment company, conducted a multi-country study to determine the true cost of education in 10 countries, mining data to compare average costs of core educational equipment, including school wear, stationery, PE equipment and other
Majid Al Futtaim to hire 3,000 Emiratis in new recruitment campaign
Retail giant Majid Al Futtaim will hire 3,000 Emiratis in a new recruitment drive. The decision followed the UAE government's new target that will see 10 per cent of company workforces comprised of UAE nationals within five years. The vast majority of Emiratis
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed approves second batch of real estate conciliators in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi has approved the second batch of real estate conciliators as part of its efforts to boost transparency and attract more investments into the emirate's property sector. The new batch of mediators was approved by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan,
Medical Polymers Market Growth 2021 Along with Business Insights and Forecast to 2027: BASF SE, ...
(MENAFN - Ameliorate Solutions) Posted on September 18, 2021 by Market Insights Reports Medical Polymers Market Growth 2021 Along with Business Insights and Forecast to 2027: BASF SE, Bayer, ... ...
Uzbekistan reveals number of vaccinated citizens as of September 18
(MENAFN - Trend News Agency ) BAKU, Azerbaijan, Sept. 18 By Fakhri Vakilov - Trend: More than 3.5 million Uzbeks have already completed a full course of vaccination against COVID-19, Trend reports citing the Ministry of Health of... ...
Somalia: Presidential candidates slam president to suspend prime minister’s powers
(MENAFN)Presidential candidates slammed a move by the president ahead of elections in Somalia, to potpone the prime minister–s powers, further raising a political crisis in the country. The move by Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed to cut off the prime... ...
Russian Navy's Caspian Fleet arrive in Baku port
(MENAFN - Trend News Agency ) BAKU, Azerbaijan, Sept.18 Trend: The Astrakhan and Anatoly Guzhvin ships of the Russian Navy's Caspian Fleet arrived in Baku on Sept.18 with an unofficial friendly visit, Azerbaijan's Defense Ministry told Trend... ...
Weekly review of Azerbaijani precious metals market
(MENAFN - Trend News Agency ) BAKU, Azerbaijan, Sept.18 By Zeyni Jafarov - Trend: An ounce of gold in Azerbaijan decreased by 54.53 manat (1.8 percent) this week. The average price of one ounce of gold amounted to 3,038.562 manat,... ...
Bidding Set to Close on 3BR Home & 47.9+/- Acre Farm w/Poutry Houses in Dayton, ...
(MENAFN - EIN Presswire) 8738 Waggy’s Creek Rd., Dayton, VA 22821 8786 Waggy’s Creek Rd., Dayton, VA 22821 8786 Waggy’s Creek Rd., Dayton, VA 22821 Bidding Set to Close on 3BR Home w/Mountain Views and 47.9+/- Acre Farm w/Poutry... ...
Coronavirus: Global debt fast approaching to record US$300 trillion in Q2 2021 - IIF
Global debt rose to a new record high of nearly $300 trillion in the second quarter, but the debt-to-GDP ratio declined for the first time since the start of the pandemic as economic growth rebounded, the Institute of International Finance (IIF) said on
The computer chip industry has a dirty climate secret
As demand for chips surges, the semicondutor industry is trying to grapple with its huge carbon foot print The semiconductor industry has a problem. Demand is booming for silicon chips, which are embedded in everything from smartphones and televisions to wind
Covid Patients Are Overwhelming Intensive Care Units In These States
In one state, more than 60% of ICU beds are occupied by coronavirus patients. ...
In The Korean Drama ‘Squid Game’ The Children’s Games Offer Brutal Odds
Lee Jung-jae's character is a gambler, so he’s prepared to play the odds. What he doesn't know is that the games he’s about to play can have deadly consequences. ...
If The Cleveland Browns Have To Navigate Injuries, It’s Better Now Than Later
Right now, the Cleveland Browns are facing an early season injury dilema. But better now than later on. ...
Here’s What’s Inside The Emmys 2021 Gift Bag
For the first time since 2019, the Emmy Awards nominees could take home more than a gold statuette. Stars are allowed to pick one item from each of the 21 brands featured in the Emmys Giving Suite. ...
Where, When And How To Watch The 2021 Emmys
The Oscars will take place on Sunday, April 25 at 5 pm PT/8 pm ET. Here's where you can watch. ...
Amarinder Singh resigns as Punjab CM
Congress veteran Amarinder Singh has resigned as the Chief Minister of Punjab, capping
India administered 80 crore Covid vaccine doses: Health Minister
India has administered 80 crore Covid-19 vaccine doses so far, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said on Saturday. The countrywide vaccination drive against the coronavirus was
Etisalat Group to recruit 100 Emirati graduates by the end of this year, with 25 Emiratis graduates to be appointed this month
Abu Dhabi: Etisalat Group - the leading national company in the telecommunications and information technology sector - announced new plans to recruit 100 Emirati graduates by the end of this
Wider sidewalks, less parking coming to Muskegon’s downtown Western Avenue
MUSKEGON, MI – Sidewalk widening on a portion of downtown Muskegon’s main drag will eliminate two dozen parking spots, but increase space for outdoor dining and social district activities. Two sections of Western Avenue and a small part of Second Street will
McDonald innovates new burger for Chinese diners
McDonald's China on Monday launched a new product, the Crispy Tofu Burger, as part of its monthly Members' Day Creative Menu to attract more customers with local cuisine
Franklin business updates, Brownland Farms development updates and more top news from the Nashville area
Read the most popular business and community news from the past week from the
S&P raises Botswana’s outlook to positive on diamond recovery
Global credit ratings agency, S&P; yesterday revised its view of the country's outlook to stable from negative, citing stronger prospects for economic recovery. In a statement, the agency said the recovery in the diamond
Okaya launches Freedum electric scooter with up to 250 km range: Price, specs and features
Okaya Freedum will be the third electric scooter in Okaya’s lineup that already includes the AvionIQ series and ClassIQ series electric two-wheelers. ...
Tata Safari Gold Edition launched at Rs 21.89 lakh: Check features and more
The Safari Gold Edition comes in two colours — The White Gold and The Black Gold. ...
Ford India's Chennai workers get back to work, restart EcoSport production for exports
Ford has an export commitment of about 30,000 units which has to be completed by the end of this calendar year. ...
Africa: 'Build Resilient Food Systems On Existing Farmland'
Nairobi -- Increasing agricultural productivity on existing farmland could ensure sustainable and resilient food systems in Africa and boost biodiversity through preservation of forest and grassland ecosystems, a report says. ...
Namibia: Private Healthcare Weathered Third Wave Without Expanding Facilities
A LARGE number of private healthcare providers did not make any efforts to expand their healthcare facilities during the third wave of the pandemic. ...
Zimbabwe: Power Supply Improves With One Generator Unit Back On Grid
One of Hwange Thermal Power Station's two largest boiler-turbine-generator units went back on the grid on Monday giving Zesa an extra 150MW and Zimbabweans can expect the ongoing load shedding to ease. ...
Namibia: Cabinet Approves Manufacturing Amendments to Income Tax Act
THE Cabinet in principle approved the drafting of an amendment bill to the Income Tax Act yesterday. This will allow a transition period of five years for existing manufacturing incentives. ...
South Africa: South Africa's Steel Industry Master Plan Is a Case of Close, but No Cigar
The steel master plan is a good start, but certain key issues need to be addressed in order to revive the downstream steel industry. ...
Namibia: Breadwinners Lost to Covid-19... Families Struggle to Pick Up the Pieces
The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and the resultant economic fallout has severely affected the well-being of Namibian families. ...
Namibia: Walvis Bay Probe Report Draws Flak
Walvs Bay -- PriceWaterhouseCoopers say they are obliged to keep the forensic report of the Walvis Bay municipality confidential, and also asked council not to release the report to the public. ...
Namibia: Bank Repossessions Reach N$157 Million
NAMIBIAN commercial banks have repossessed cars, properties, and equipment worth over N$157 million at the end of June this year, which is almost double the N$85 million reported for June 2020. ...
Namibia: Agribank Introduces Anonymous Whistleblower Platform
The Agricultural Bank of Namibia (Agribank) has
Namibia: City to Crack Down On Electricity Theft
The City of Windhoek has announced an alarming rise of illegal electricity connections, particularly in informal settlements, and urged residents to immediately refrain from such practices. ...
South Africa: Premier Sihle Zikalala - Advisory Council of the Intra - Africa Trade Fair Meeting
Remarks by Premier of KwaZulu-Natal Sihle Zikalala during the meeting of the Advisory Council of the Intra- Africa Trade Fair held at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre on 16 September 2021 ...
Namibia: 'Forex Traders' to Face 365 Charges
SELF-STYLED foreign currency dealer Michael Amushelelo and his business partner Gregory Cloete have made a first pretrial appearance in the Windhoek High Court, where they are due to be prosecuted on a total of 365 criminal charges. ...
South Africa: The Doctor Who Set Up a Safe Space Vaccination Group On Social Media
Doctor Martin Young: 'We live for those posts that say "I am vaccinated. I was scared but I got it done"'. ...
I ate at Nando's, the famed South African chain, for the first time and was ...
Eating at Nando's in London, UK. Thomas Pallini/Insider Nando's is a chicken chain serving up South African-style cuisine and is known for its heart-shaped butterfly chicken. Peri-peri chicken is the chain's flagship dish with a tasty combination of spices.
The 10 longest range electric vehicles you can buy in the US that aren't Teslas
Hyundai Kona Electric. Hyundai Tesla's four models can go farther on a full battery than any other electric vehicles. But there are plenty of non-Tesla EVs that deliver solid EPA-rated range. Ford, VW, Chevy, and Hyundai are the next best picks for range after
Zimbabwe: Villagers Speak On Game-Changer Irrigation Model
FOR almost 10 years, a vast tract of arable land, which forms Bubi-Lupane Irrigation Scheme in Lupane, Matabeleland North Province, has been lying idle despite its huge potential to improve the locals' livelihoods. ...
Angola: World Bank Grants U.S.$150 Million Credit to Angola
Luanda -- The Angolan government and the World Bank (WB) signed this Thursday in Luanda, a financing agreement valued at US$150 million, to facilitate the purchase of vaccines, as part of the covid-19 prevention process. ...
Angola: President Has Little to Show for Promise of a Break With Authoritarian Past
It's four years since João Lourenço was sworn in as Angola's third president. He succeeded former president José Eduardo dos Santos, who had governed the southern African nation for 38 years. ...
South Africa: Employment and Labour Calls for Comments On Annual Review of National Minimum Wage ...
NMW Commission calls for comments on annual review of NMW in 2022 ...
South Africa: Court Orders Limpopo Education Dept to Devise Workable Plan for Abolition of School ...
On Friday 17 September Judge Gerrit Muller ruled that the
Namibia: Digital Literacy Competition Set for October
Entrepreneurship Hub, Dololo DoBox will host the country's first digital skills competition, the Windhoek 2021 Digilympics On Wednesday 06 October. ...
Namibia: Tampering With Electricity Meters and Illegal Connections Can Cost You a N$16k Fine - ...
The City of Windhoek is concerned about the growing trend of electricity theft by some of its residents, which is a serious crime and highly risky. ...
Panama’s economy grew 10% in the first half of 2021
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The National Institute of
Solana and Avalanche Lead Market-Wide Rally
While global crypto markets grew 2.5% overnight to hit a new total market cap of $2.48 trillion, two Ethereum rivals led the charge: Solana and Avalanche. Solana is up 16.04% in the last 24 hours. It currently trades for a price of $159.66. Solana is
Help for ‘Help Wanted’ | Pat Perry
The “Help Wanted” and “Now Hiring” signs seem to be everywhere. The worker shortage is choking business, de-railing the supply chain and negatively affecting customer service. It is a challenging state of affairs and one that was unanticipated as the economy
Michigan’s Best Local Eats: Flint vs. Detroit-style Coney dogs, this restaurant serves both
FLINT TOWNSHIP, MI — A Coney island restaurant in Genesee County has some staple items that could be considered the cornerstones of the food scene for the Flint area and other communities. Telly’s Coney Island, 3459 Miller Road, Flint Township, has of course
See average home sale prices this week in each town, city in Onondaga County
Published: 8:00 a.m. See this week's average home sale prices in Onondaga County.(AP Photo/Gerry Broome)AP Facebook Share Twitter Share By Michelle Breidenbach | mbreidenbach@syracuse.com Another 117
Excise dept recovers Rs 200m property tax
Excise, taxation and narcotics department has recovered Rs 200 million property tax so far against set target of Rs 965 million for current fiscal year MULTAN, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 18th Sep, 2021 )
Earn holiday money before the holidays
Between gifts, parties and holiday travel, Americans are expected to shell out roughly $1,000 during the holiday season. If you want to participate in the festivities without going into debt, now is the time to start earning holiday money. Dozens of side
Lebanese pound edges up after weekend slump
The Lebanese pound was trading to the dollar at 14,950 on the black market Saturday.. ...
Chicken competition heats up in Charlotte as LA-based restaurant plans expansion here
The chicken restaurant competition is getting hotter in North Carolina as another chain expands into the home turf of chicken-and-biscuit chain Bojangles, based in Charlotte. Dave’s Hot Chicken, a Los ...
Wall Street Closes Rollercoaster Week Sharply Lower
NEW YORK—U.S. stocks ended sharply lower in a broad sell-off on Friday, ending a week buffeted by strong economic data, corporate tax hike worries,
Pfizer Expands Recall of Anti-Smoking Drug Containing Cancer-Linked Nitrosamine
Pfizer has announced a recall of the anti-smoking treatment Chantix due to the presence of unacceptably high levels of N-nitroso-varenicline,
US NTSB to Probe Fatal Tesla Crash in Florida
WASHINGTON—The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) said on Friday it will send a team to investigate a Tesla vehicle crash this
US Senator Concerned American, JetBlue Partnership Will Raise Prices
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal, a Democrat who has been outspoken on antitrust issues, expressed concern to the Transportation Department
Vaccine maker Moderna looks to tap into local research talent
As the first doses of Moderna’s mRNA vaccine land onshore, its chief medical officer says the company is focused on Australia well beyond the pandemic. ...
UAE elected vice president of Belt and Road tax administration cooperation forum
Abu Dhabi: The UAE was elected for the second time in row as Vice President of the Belt and Road Initiative Tax Administration Cooperation Forum (BRITACOF) in its second edition, during the meetings that brought together participants from 57 countries around
Grand Rapids company that created online hunting tool purchased by Texas firm
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — A Grand Rapids-based technology company that creates online tools for hunters has a new owner. Sportsman Tracker, 400 Ann St. NW, has been purchased by Kalkomey, a Texas-based company the describes itself as a provider online recreational
Kerala aiming for 15,000 startups by 2026: Vijayan
Kochi, Sep 18 : Kerala is working towards a four-fold increase in the number of startups by aiming to take their total to 15,000 in the next fiv Source:TeluguStop.com Read More.. ...
Amazon confronts battle with Teamsters in labor-friendly Canada
After beating back its highest-profile challenge to date from organized labor in the U.S., Amazon is now confronting a concerted union campaign in Canada, where labor laws are much friendlier to unions. ...
Fast-food customers are back, but workers are not. It’s triggering major change
A resurgent virus, powered by the delta variant, has compounded staffing shortages, forcing many fast food store managers to reverse recent dining room reopenings or extend closures that took effect early in pandemic. ...
Parler’s dispute with Amazon headed back to King County Superior Court
A Seattle federal district judge Friday approved free-speech social network Parler's request that its complaint against Amazon Web Services be heard in county court, the latest U-turn in a case that has ping-ponged between courts for months. ...
Retinol, Botox too strong? Try this anti-ageing ingredient instead, say doctors – why epidermal growth ...
Anti-ageing ingredients are some of the most important components people look
Democrats tackling flash points of taxes, health, climate
Revamp the tax code and important federal health care and environment programs. Spend $3.5 trillion over 10 years, but maybe a lot less. Ensure that no more than three Democrats ...
One stunning afternoon: Setbacks imperil Biden’s reset
It was an hour President Joe Biden would no doubt like to forget. On Friday, the Pentagon acknowledged that a drone strike in Afghanistan killed 10 civilians, including seven children, ...
France says Australia-US submarine deal ‘huge mistake’
France’s ambassador to Australia has described as a “huge mistake” Australia’s surprise cancellation of a major submarine contract in favor of a U.S. deal, as the diplomat prepared to leave ...
Malaysian Billionaire Lim Chee Wai’s Top Glove Fourth-Quarter Profit Slumps Amid Softer Demand
Top Glove—controlled by billionaire Lim Chee Wai—said Friday profit for the fourth-quarter slumped 48% as sales of rubber gloves declined following a temporary ban in the U.S. amid allegations of forced labour at its factories. ...
Philippine Airlines files for bankruptcy in US court
(MENAFN - Bangladesh Monitor) _A Monitor Report New York : Philippine Airlines has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the US court to pursue a lender-backed restructuring plan to help the country's national carrier recover from the pandemic... ...
New Approach of Landscaping Software Market 2021
(MENAFN - Introspective Market Research) Global Landscaping Software Market is expected to reach $223.45 billion in 2027, registering a CAGR of 8.6% from 2021 to 2027. The Global Landscaping Software Market report offers a deep insight... ...
BD aviation operators demand reduction of skyhigh CAAB annual surcharge
(MENAFN - Bangladesh Monitor) Dhaka : The domestic airlines of Bangladesh-now engaged in struggle for survival-due to situation created by Covid-19 pandemic, has demanded reduction of annual surcharge rate from current 72 per cent to 12 per... ...
Seven healthcare facilities get permission to set up RT-PCR lab at HSIA
(MENAFN - Bangladesh Monitor) Dhaka : The government on Thursday gave permission to seven healthcare facilities to set up RT-PCR lab for Covid-19 tests for outbound passengers at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. The seven facilities are... ...
SIA appoints Ouyang as new GM for Bangladesh
(MENAFN - Bangladesh Monitor) Dhaka : Singapore Airlines has announced the appointment of Timothy Ouyang as its new General Manager for Bangladesh effective from September 2021.� Prior to his posting to Dhaka, Ouyang headed SIA's operations in... ...
