BMW X5 Protection VR6 armoured vehicle quietly joins SA range...

Remember the BMW X5 Protection VR6 unveiled in August 2019? Well, BMW South Africa has quietly added the armoured vehicle to its local range.

BMW 6 Series GT dropped from UK and Australian markets

BMW 6 Series GT dropped from UK and Australian markets due to demand. The car was not extremely popular in these markets

Check out Studie AG — One of Japan’s Most Exciting BMW Tuners

Check out this awesome gallery of tuned BMWs from Studie AG, which has everything from vintage classics to modern track cars.

Xiaomi hints that it might soon unveil Mi Notebooks in India

Xiaomi introduced it’s first-ever laptop line, the Mi Notebook Air, running on Windows 10 in 2016.

Experiment into fake online reviews shows how easy it is to be misled

Fake reviews experiment shows how shoppers are likely to buy poor goods

Buildings where you don't need to touch anything are "entirely feasible" says Paul Flowers

Demand for touchless products is soaring as architects look to prevent the spread coronavirus says chief design officer at brand LIXIL.

"Play can be an act of resistance" says US border seesaw architect Virginia San Fratello

The pink seesaws installed on the US-Mexico border last summer by studio Rael San Fratello were smuggled into place, partner Virginia San Fratello revealed.

District Court Mostly Refuses To Terminate The Litigation Testing The Copyright Termination Provision

The decision this post discusses, Waite v. Universal Music Group, came out at the end of March, but, as one of the leading cases...

VS Code now available for Surface Pro X and other Windows 10 ARM devices

Visual Studio Code (VS Code) is one of the most popular IDEs in the market. With the latest Insider update, VS Code is now supported on Windows 10 on ARM devices. This includes Microsoft's Surface Pro X, Samsung Galaxy Book S and others.

BMW PH opens their latest showroom... and it's online

The coronavirus situation is making visiting dealerships difficult, so BMW Philippines launches an online showroom

Google's new experimental AR app helps you socially distance properly

Google's new Sodar app uses AR to help Android users properly social distance by maintaining a two-meter distance. You'll need to be using the Chrome browser to access this experimental app.

League of Legends: Wild Rift looks like a near-identical mobile port of the PC game

Very little has changed to move the game to mobile

Behind the Scenes: Sterile Life

About Initially, I am a filmmaker and cinematographer. A year ago, I started getting into …

A 2020 Porsche 935 is already up for auction, and it has zero miles

What amounts to a brand-new 2020 Porsche 935 has been listed for auction with zero miles, and it is expected to draw roughly $1.5 million.

Is Gambling Considered an eSport?

Due to the advent of technology and science, people have moved to a digital generation from the traditional one. They are more obsessed with the online activities taking place through the internet …

This private glass pod that can shift from air to land shows what an aerospace giant thinks luxury travel could look like in 50 years — tour the 'Pulse Concept'

Embraer's Pulse Concept combines an aircraft and an autonomous car into one futuristic vehicle, courtesy of a private glass pod with 360-degree views.

Microsoft shares new screenshots for Microsoft Flight Simulator, focusing on the Boeing 747 aircraft

Microsoft has released a new set of community screenshots from the Alpha build of Microsoft Flight Simulator, focusing on the Boeing 747 aircraft.

DxOMark announced its rating of phones with the best camera and audio

DxOMark announced its rating of phones with the best camera and audio. A detailed list of the results of testing of thecamera and audio is revealed.

Developer behind Bertha Park project near Perth facing second planning refusal

The Elgin-based builder is seeking to revise its initial designs for the development so it can create 82 new properties in an area it currently has approval to build 68.

Even Tesla underestimates the Model Y’s real potential demand in Europe

The Tesla Model Y may be the electric car maker’s most understated vehicle in terms of exterior design, but it is also the one that is most ambitious in terms of its target market. This is because the Model Y is competing in the crossover segment, a market that is incredibly popular in regions such […]

Google Messages RCS support appears to be rolling out in India

Google Messages is continuing its rollout of RCS chat across the globe, and now it appears that users in India are getting access.

Google Chrome makes it a whole lot easier to remove URL suggestions

Google Chrome's latest release, v83, is rolling out now and makes it much easier for users to delete URL suggestions that they don't want.

Most Read articles – Arm flagships, Bristol startup, Huawei 5G

Time once again for us to view the five most read articles on ElectronicsWeekly.com that were written in the last week, using the Web stats from Google Analytics. See what your peers have mostly been reading.

Aston Martin Begins Reproduction Of The DB5; 55 Years Since Its Original Run

The Aston Martin DB5 is one of the most legendary and iconic vehicles to be made famous by the silver screen. Specifically, its shot to stardom was thanks

‘Luminaire of the Future’ aims to revolutionise the European lighting industry

Wilfred Pohl explains how the customisable and sustainable ‘Luminaire of the Future’ aims to revolutionise European lighting in the workplace

Lego now gets its hands on the Lamborghini Sian FKP 37

The Lego Technic Lamborgini Sian FKP 37 will be one of the more expensive automotive sets from Lego yet, it goes on sale online on June 1 and will be available at retailers from August 1.

LG Display asked to step up production as iPad demand ‘surged’ in Asia

While sales of Apple's tablet in China may have suffered in the first quarter of the year, a report today says that iPad demand has surged in Asia since ...

Dodge Challenger ACR Allegedly Still in Development

Dodge has been rumored to be working on a Challenger American Club Racer (ACR) for a while, encouraging your author to enact Google Alerts anytime the applicable terms crop up online. We hit pay dirt Thursday when Allpar issued insider information on the vehicle’s progress. While you may have encountered previous ACR models from Dodge, most […]

The world’s first integrated power-to-X-to-power hydrogen gas turbine demonstrator

With the HyflexPower project, a consortium — made up of Engie Solutions (Paris, France), Siemens Gas and Power GmbH & Co. KG (Munich, Germany), Centrax

Android TV’s YouTube app hits 50 million downloads, hinting at the platform’s popularity

The YouTube app for Android TV has surpassed 50 million downloads, giving us some insight into how many people have used Android TV since its launch.

Motorola Edge+ now available in Canada at select carriers

Canadians can now get their hands on the Motorola Edge+, which is on sale with select carriers now.

Dodge Challenger ACR Will Be Muscle Car's Next Top Model: Report

A new rumor says Dodge is working an ACR version of the Challenger that would a hardcore, street-legal road course machine designed to turn corners.

Mini Could Launch Not-So-Mini SUV Positioned Above Countryman

The Mini Countryman might not be the brand's biggest product forever. The lead designer thinks customers in the United States and China would like it.

Honor Play 4 Pro live image leaks for the first time revealing a LiDAR-like sensor

Honor Play series is a popular one and the reason isn’t far from the fact that the models come with a rich blend of decent design/hardware and affordable pricing. The Honor Play 4T is said to be the last 4G model and soon, the coming will go official with the Play 4 Pro which should …

C-suite employees most vulnerable to cyber attacks

Top executives want relaxed mobile security protocols despite being prime targets for cyberattacks.

Two MW solar plant commissioned at INS Kalinga, foundation stone laid for Missile Park

Speaking on the occasion, Vice Admiral Atul Kumar Jain stated that the commissioning of this plant demonstrates the commitment of Eastern Naval Command towards conservation of the environment and eco-friendly measures.

Introducing Amin Bandali, intern with the FSF tech team

First Sighting Of 2021 Nissan Frontier Reveals More Aggressive Design

Yesterday, Nissan released a video teasing its future product lineup. Although little more than the dark si...

Lauderhill residents near sewage main break can resume normal water use

LAUDERHILL, FLA. (WSVN) - Lauderhill residents previously told to limit their water usage after a sewage main break can now resume their normal usage. City...

Court rejects bid to revive permits for new oil and gas pipelines

A federal appeals court on Thursday turned down the Trump administration's request to revive a permit program for new oil and gas pipelines.

$350 USB stick claiming to block 5G is just a cheap thumbdrive

A $350 USB device claiming to block 5G radio signals is just a cheap unbranded thumbdrive, report security researchers. The makers of the “5GBioShield” claim their USB stick can block electrical wa…

Sony launches ZV-1 compact digital camera with a flip-out, tiltable LCD screen for vloggers

Sony says when a 4K video is recorded using Optical SteadyShot (Active mode), the stabilisation is said to improve up to 8 times.

BMW M8 Competition Faces S1000RR Superbike In Surprising Drag Race

Watch as YouTuber Car Expert puts BMW’s most powerful car against its most powerful superbike.

This Coal-Fired Steam Motorbike Built by Technician Is a Steampunk Dream

Its engine is all homemade with pieces from a small Petter diesel engine.

5G mast rejected as council says plans would harm regeneration

The mast was described as "unsightly"' and "detrimental" to the look of the area

F-35 costs falling, Pentagon estimates indicate

May 29 (UPI) -- Acquisition of F-35 fighter planes will be less expensive, with development and procurement costs down 7.1 percent, a Defense Department assessment indicates.

Comcast, Charter, ViacomCBS to collaborate on targeted advertising with new joint venture

Comcast, Charter and ViacomCBS have announced a Blockgraph partnership and new joint venture, aimed at promoting advanced, and especially targeted, advertising for TV and video. The software platform provides audience insights for both media planning and measurement and de-identified targeted advertising. The partners said the technology will help media companies provide marketers with insights across their collective platforms, without relying only third parties. 

Microsoft is cutting dozens of MSN news production workers and replacing them with artificial intelligence

About 50 employees — contracted through staffing agencies Aquent and MAQ Consulting — were notified that their services would no longer be needed beyond June 30.

GoPro Labs gives users access to experimental features

The official GoPro Labs sandbox gives users access to tricks GoPro is testing behind the scenes.

The UK is cracking down on sales of fraudulent ‘anti-5G’ USB sticks

Police in the UK are attempting to stop the sale of a £283 USB key that claims to protect against the supposed dangers of 5G spectrum.

Kojima denies Silent Hill rumours, major project cancelled

Hideo Kojima himself has now addressed the rumour that he is working on a Silent Hill game, calling it ‘false.’

UK EV Owners Got Paid To Charge Their Cars Over The Holiday Weekend

Last weekend, some UK EV owners were paid to charge their cars during a period when the price of renewable energy turned negative.

Tesla Model 3 = Top Selling Car in California

In somewhat of a surprise, for the first time ever, the Tesla Model 3 was the top selling vehicle in California last quarter. (Yes, there's a lot of irony there given the recent controversy between Tesla/Elon Musk and California, especially Alameda County.) The Model 3 is often in the top 5 in California, but decades-long leaders

OnePlus no longer working with McLaren to make phones

OnePlus is no longer working with the sportscar brand McLaren to make orange high-end smartphones.

Last Minute Addition To Louisiana Bill Hamstrings Community Broadband

We've long noted that roughly twenty states have passed laws either outright banning community broadband, or tightly restricting...

HBO Max witnesses 90,000 mobile downloads on first day, trailing rivals

That number is far less than the tally for Walt Disney Co.’s Disney , which attracted 4 million mobile users on its launch day back in November.

Nokia’s foldable phone project rumoured to still be alive

Nokia seems to have reduced steam in terms of product release compared to the early days of HMD Global’s revival of the brand. That has no stopped the company from giving a thought to the idea of a foldable pie. Earlier this year it was rumoured that the company was working on a foldable smartphone …

Gionee GBuddy 10,000mAh wireless Power bank launched in India for Rs.1299 (~$17)

There isn’t any doubt now that Gionee has made a comeback to the tech scene. The company has chosen to play safe by focusing on the Chinese and Indian market. Recently, we reported the launch of the Gionee K6 in China. The phone comes powered by an Helio P60 chipset with up to 8GB RAM …

Powerbeats Pro in Spring Yellow, Cloud Pink, Glacier Blue, and Lava Red launch June 9

The four new color options for the Powerbeats Pro will reportedly launch on Tuesday, June 9.

monkey time and Suicoke Present SS20 Sandals

Full of paisley prints, technical buckles and more.

What Is The United States Space Force?

The Space Force was first announced by US President Donald Trump in June 2018 as the sixth branch of America's armed forces.

Nokia C5 Endi, C2 Tava, and C2 Tennen release: Simple designs and MediaTek chipsets from ~RM304

When it comes to brands that do well enough in the entry and mid-range segment for smartphones, Nokia is one of them. A few of them were unveiled back in March but the brand has been mostly quiet this year, till the sudden unveiling of three new devices. Yesterday, HMD Global announced the Nokia C5 Endi, C2 Tava, and C2 Tennen entry-level smartphones.

Future Bentleys Will Have Retractable Steering Wheels

Bentley has submitted a patent filing that is bound to excite technology geeks, although somewhat more trad...

Our Best Look Yet At The Bold 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe

A couple of days ago, Hyundai was kind enough to give us a first glimpse of the new Hyundai Santa Fe's face...

Groundbreaking all-electric plane paving way to greener aviation

The world's largest all-electric plane has successfully completed a test flight, the first step in a long process its developers say will led to an era of low-cost, pollution-free air travel.

YouTube makes video chapters official

Creators can chop up the YouTube seek bar into segmented, titled chapters.

Next-Gen Toyota Land Cruiser 300 To Likely Use New Turbo V6 Diesel Engine

Toyota Land Cruiser 300 could offer a new V6 turbocharged diesel engine in place of the V8, matching the latter’s performance

Samsung Galaxy Fold Won The DIA ‘Best Screen Of The Year’ Award - Gizchina.com

Samsung’s first folding screen smartphone released last year, the Galaxy Fold, uses an internal and external OLED dual-screen design. The outside of the fuselage carries ...

SaskTel will continue to waive data overages until June 8

Starting June 9th, SaskTel says it will begin charging overage fees again. However, people's data caps should reset that day as well.

Some AI Advances in the Last Decade May Have Been Illusory

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Markook pump-house takes water to 621 m above MSL

Its executing agency completes 9 pump-houses in four years

BDA ordinance includes regularisation of larger plots

The ordinance to regularise encroachments of lands notified for acquisition by BDA in its 68 layouts, notified on Friday, includes norms to regularise large plots of land, contrary to earlier claims b

Forbes: Russia's new assault ship might look familiar to French Mistral

Project 23900, set to be developed in the occupied Crimea, is a "clone" of the French Mistral design.

Is now the right time to buy a new car?

Dealerships in England reopen on June 1 – but is now the time to buy?

Students Build Formula Car From Scratch in 7 Months for $13,000

From CAD to reality, students share how they built their formula car for India’s biggest formula competition.

Here's a Peek at What the Possibly-Cancelled Pixel 4a XL Looks Like

The Google Pixel 4a is reported to making its debut in June, and while we've been inundated with leaks about the handset, it's been a bit more quiet on the Pixel 4a XL front. But now, we've got a look at what the smartphone might look like. If it gets released at all, that is.

Buy/Drive/Burn: Unpopular V8 Sedans From 2016

Commenter Chocolatedeath is absolutely adamant we talk about today's trio of unpopular sedans. They've all got V8s, rear-drive, and found few buyers in their day, but that won't stop us from choosing one among them to take home. So without further adieu, let's take a look at Chocolatedeath's car comparison, shall we?

BMW M4 GT4 to enter sim-racing world this summer via iRacing platform

The German car maker announced today that they will be adding a new model to the iRacing platform this summer, the BMW M4 GT4

Edition Sunrise BMW X2, 3 Series and Z4 models launched in Japan only

The German car maker unveiled the BMW X2, 3 Series and Z4 Edition Sunrise limited-run editions today, aimed at the customers in Japan

An environmental cleaning brand that avoids a “generic” eco tone

Design studio SomeOne has designed the visual identity for Ocean Saver, a cleaning product that uses dissolvable pods to avoid waste.

Adidas and Allbirds team up to make environmentally friendly shoes

Adidas and Allbirds hope to create a high performance sneaker with the lowest carbon footprint to date.

5G and 6G: What Problems Should Solve Huawei To Continue Leading?

Though Huawei is a leader in the world and in China especially in terms of 5G, it has started pre-research of 6G as well.

Next-generation Samsung Galaxy Watch gets certified by FCC

The next-generation Samsung Galaxy Watch with a stainless steel case gets certified by South Korea's NRRA and the FCC.

What Is Audi's Project 'Artemis'?

Audi launches a project that aims to develop an electric vehicle from scratch in just four years. The team also gets to experiment with how to selling it.

HiBy launches 4G flagship R8 Music Player with exceptional audio features for $1819

HiBy is popularly known for its high-end audio player like HiBy R6, R6 Pro, R3 Pro. The audiophiles often look for HiBy audio players due to the consistent performance and premium sound output and build quality. It is a praiseworthy brand with highly-competitive products used by professionals. As an addition to its product catalog, Hiby …

Locks in PostgreSQL: 3. Other locks

We've already discussed some object-level locks (specifically, relation-level locks), as well as row-level locks with their connection to object-level locks and...

Siri and Google Assistant Face Off in Speech to Text Comparison – Video

Siri and Google Assistant compared in a new dictation test, results show how the latter is way better in terms of transcribing speech.

The Son Of F1 Supercar Is Still On Track

In case you haven't heard, McLaren is cutting jobs by more than a quarter. McLaren, the company that built ...

Save $700 on a Razer gaming laptop, plus more tech deals this weekend

The Samsung Galaxy S4 is still $200 off, too.

This sneaky Amazon deal will save you $100 on an Apple Watch Series 5

These savings aren't being advertised widely across the site.

Samsung TV owners now get free access to mental health content

It's good to decompress.

Is flying safe right now? Experts break down the risks associated with boarding a flight during COVID-19.

We asked an infectious disease doctor, an ER doctor, a medical advisor for an aviation trade association, a pilot, and industry experts: is flying safe right now?

Watch Elon Musk and Jay Leno drive the Cybertruck through a tunnel beneath SpaceX's headquarters

Elon Musk stood on the back of the Cybertruck's retractable bed cover to show how sturdy it is.

Here are 430 apps and games available on Google Play Pass right now

Google Play Pass, a program that gives subscribers no-charge, ad-free access to premium apps and apps with premium features, launched last year with over

After 14 years, first COSMIC satellite mission comes to an end

The last of six tiny satellites that were rocketed into space 14 years ago—and then went on to prove that the wealth of accurate atmospheric data that can be gleaned from existing GPS signals can improve ...

Flashback Friday: Failover? Well, he got the first half.

Spectacularly, as a matter of fact.

Cardano’s Charles Hoskinson Reveals “Shelley” Roadmap, Speaks on “Systematic” Approach

Cardano’s much-awaited Shelley protocol is going live soon. The protocol has spent years in development, and has been ardently awaited by fans of Cardano and ADA, its native currency. 

Maruti Suzuki is Launching CNG Model of its Mini SUV, will be Launched Soon -

The country’s largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki has started production at its plant. Maruti has started 600 dealerships and service stations

Volkswagen T-Roc Black Edition Launched, Know what is Different from the Standard Model? -

Volkswagen has introduced a new trim variant of its T-Roc SUV which is available for sale in the international market.

World's largest all-electric plane completes its maiden flight

The modified Cessna flew for 30 minutes over Washington state in the US

Rumor: AMD’s 7nm “Vermeer” Zen 3 desktop CPUs to be succeeded by “Warhol” Ryzen 5000 series CPU lineup

According to a recent tweet posted by "MebiuW", coming via "Videocardz", one Codename for AMD's future Ryzen 5000 series Zen 3 processor lineup has been spotted.

PUBG Mobile Lite BC generator: All you need to know

The PUBG Mobile Lite BC generator is illegal. Players caught using it may face a permanent ban.

Oppo Band listed on TMall, JD & official website, Launching in June

Yesterday, Oppo Band EVA Limited Edition was revealed by the company along with other accessories to celebrate 25th anniversary of Neon Genesis Evangelion anime. We thought it was the first time the brand has showcased the Oppo Band. But it turns out it had already teased the regular version last week and the listings for …

PS5 DualSense controller may get wireless charging and extra buttons add-on

Seems there are still secrets to be revealed about the DualSense gamepad.

Nearly half of ecommerce searches on Google drive no traffic

Retailers are finding organic search is not generating the same volume of traffic as before.

Zoom Stock Is the Tesla of Video Communications

If you think Zoom Video Communications is overvalued, has no moat, and has security issues, just remember that these are all issues Tesla had to overcome as well to deliver amazing shareholder returns.

7 5G Stocks to Buy for the Future of Telecom

Sure, many investors are still obsessing over the coronavirus, but it's time to invest in the future. That's why these 5G stocks are buys now.

Faster Malaysia-Singapore entry permit vetting during MCO with myPASS

JOHOR BARU, May 29 — The Malaysian Entry Permit Application System (myPASS), a new dedicated web-based application system, is expected to deliver faster and easier processing of entry permit applications by eligible travellers from Singapore to Malaysia during the movement control order (MCO). In...

It Seems Like Apple TV+ Wants to Be the New HBO

As HBO pivots to whatever it’s trying to achieve with its messy streaming service that's just launched in the US, Apple appears to be shopping for content and talent to help make it a standout giant in quality streaming.

Samsung continues to offer free phone sanitising service, all brands are welcome

Samsung Malaysia is still offering free UV-Light phone sanitising service at its service centres. This complimentary service isn’t just limited to Samsung Galaxy owners as all non-Samsung mobile devices are also welcome.

Classy realistic buildings made easy: Part 3

cgshukla writes: This is a fresh tutorial series where we will take a shortcut and …

Apple Store targeted with suspicious package that turned out to be apples

A suspicious package left outside an Apple store in Portland turned out to full of plain old apples.

Lamborghini Miura P400 Listed for $1M USD

The 1968 model is just one of 275 produced.

Chevy Working On A Secret New Sports Car

Although all-electric vehicles currently account for a very low percentage of total vehicle sales in the US...

Insane Street-Legal 1993 Humvee Slantback Comes With M2 Machine Gun

The upcoming GMC Hummer will share very little with its military ancestors. For starters, GMC's new off-roa...

Inertia and the power grid: A guide without the spin

The power grid is evolving to include ever-higher levels of wind and solar generation—which do not provide inertia, historically a key source of grid reliability. Should system planners and operators ...

Researchers thwart DDoS technique that threatened large-scale cyberattack

In October 2016, a cyberattack temporarily took down Amazon, Reddit, Spotify and Slack for users along the U.S.'s East Coast. Mirai, a botnet of hacked security cameras and internet routers, aimed a flood ...

How to develop accurate and efficient methods for audiovisual content management

Audiovisual media content is not only an essential tool for communication and entertainment, it is also seen as a useful source of modern history. To enable everyone to benefit from such informative documents, ...

Rocket Report: Virgin Orbit flight ends quickly, Netflix’s hybrid rocket

“We will be very glad, if the Americans have an alternative system.”

Nissan Teases 12 New Models – 400Z, Navara Facelift, X-Trail, Qashqai

Just when it looked like Nissan is not left with many more tricks up its sleeves, its has surprised everyone by teasing a slew of new cars, including the 400Z, New X-Trail and more

Tesla solves Model Y frozen door handles and charging port with simple trick

It is evident that the Tesla Model Y was designed to be competitive in areas where winter performance is invaluable. This is one of the reasons why the all-electric crossover is the first in Tesla’s lineup to receive a heat pump instead of a resistive heating system, and why the vehicle is designed in such […]

Judge dismisses lawsuit against Apple TV+ show 'Servant'

A lawsuit filed against Apple and M. Night Shyamalan over Apple TV+ show 'Servant' has been dismissed.

Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition update patch notes for Nintendo Switch

Two updates have been released today for Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition which has finally released worldwide on the Nintendo Switch platform. The patch notes have been uploaded by Nintend…

Facebook CatchUp is new group calling app, 5 things to know

Social media giant Facebook had announced a newgroup-calling app called the CatchUp. The CatchUp would allow users to set up group calls with up to 8 people.

Trump's Final Executive Order On Social Media Deliberately Removed Reference To Importance Of Newspapers To Democracy

We wrote a detailed breakdown of the President's silly, nonsensical, legally wrong Executive Order regarding social media...

2021 Nissan Armada Spied For First Time Hiding Its Tweaked Fascias

The Nissan Armada will receive a mid-cycle refresh for the 2021 model year, which includes updated fascias, new lighting elements, and more.

Realme Buds Q confirmed to launch in India for under INR 2,000 (~$26)

Earlier this week, Realme announced the Realme Buds Q and Realme Buds Air Neo in China. However, only the latter was announced in India, but that won’t be the case for long. Francis Wang, the CMO of Realme Mobiles, took to Twitter today to announce that the Realme Buds Q is coming soon (to India). …

Xiaomi will launch ‘thin & light’ and ‘gaming’ laptops in India, No entry-level affordable models

Xiaomi India has begun to tease the launch of Mi-branded laptops in India. A new teaser shared by the brand today gives us a glimpse of the model it is going to launch first. Also, the company’s chief business officer shared some details about the laptops they are going to release in India. Xiaomi has …

Maxus releases teaser of next generation pick-up concept

The new pick-up from Maxus looks very promising and futuristic

8 Best Tecno Smartphones in Uganda and Where to Buy (2020)

If you would like to acquire a Tecno phone in 2020, consider going for the top smartphones listed with a summary of specs and their prices in Uganda.

GTA IV Music Update Corrupts Save Files

Let's go bowling until this all blows over.

Will Zimbocash Succeed Where Others Failed As Alternative Currency?

Zimbabwe’s crypto community got lit up when it was reported that Zimbocash, a local cryptocurrency was listed on Bithumb. Whether Zimbocash will suceed.

Check out top industry-oriented courses offered by Swayam

Have you wondered what kind of courses are there on the platform? Which ones are right for you? If yes, then we have got you covered. Here is the list of most unique courses offered by Swayam from across fields.

Yuzu Nintendo Switch Emulator Runs Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition Well On Launch Day

The Nintendo Switch emulator Yuzu runs Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition well on launch day, according to the developer

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (Note 11) release date, price & spec rumours

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 may boast a periscope zoom lens and a pretty bold camera design.

Maison Margiela Drops Luxurious Tabi Ankle Boot in Beige

Yours for $1,140 USD.

Cyber LEAP Act aims for innovations through Cybersecurity Grand Challenges

New bill seeks to set up competitions across the US to spur security breakthroughs.

What is PKI? And how it secures just about everything online

Public key infrastructure (PKI) is a catch-all term for everything used to establish and manage public key encryption, one of the most common forms of internet encryption.

Microsoft Flight Simulator developers discuss the game's complicated flight systems

The latest episode of the Microsoft Flight Simulator discovery series goes into massive detail on navigation data, flight planning, and flight systems in the game.

All-New Hyundai MPV (Ertiga Rival) Spotted Testing For The First Time

While there has been a lot of buzz on the upcoming Maruti Ertiga rival from Hyundai, it’s or the first time that the upcoming model has been spotted testing on a public road

Fallout 76 is opening up access to its private test servers (PTS)

In the past, Bethesda opened up private test servers (PTS) for select individuals to test out Fallout 76 content, but it looks like things have changed. As of this week, Bethesda is making the process more accessible, allowing players ...

Central Vista: new buildings on KG Marg, Africa Avenue proposed for relocating govt offices

Projects to construct ‘steel structures’ were considered by DUAC on April 23 and May 15, but not passed

Razer Has Some Doraemon-Themed Peripherals Coming Up

Razer has had a few Pokemon collaborations that are exclusive to the Chinese market. It looks like the gaming peripheral brand has also worked on some

OPPO Reno4 To Launch In China On 5 June; Specs Allegedly Leaked

The OPPO Reno4 was officially announced earlier this week, and today the company has confirmed that the device will launch in China next month on 5 June

Nokia Mobile toyed with the idea of Foldable Nokia smartphones but put the project on hold a few months back

HMD aka Nokia Mobile has been actively toying with many smartphone innovations and design ideas for disrupting the smartphone market. One of the examples of such ideas was the Light’s array camera technology on Nokia 9 PureView. Though with lack of support from Light the smartphone couldn’t live up to its potential.

Beginners Guide to Proton Chain: A Bridge to Traditional Banking

Proton started as a joint venture between two separate companies, Metal, and Lynx. Both companies had a similar vision of bringing cryptocurrencies to everyday consumers.

Trading standards agency goes after $346 "anti-5G" USB stick that's really a $6 thumb drive

A firm called BioShield Distribution is offering a product called the 5GBioShield, which "provides protection for your home and family, thanks to the wearable holographic nano-layer catalyser, which can be worn or placed near to a smartphone or any other…

Latest OxygenOS update disables OnePlus 8 Pro’s controversial color filter camera

OnePlus received a barrage of criticism for the controversial color filter camera feature of OnePlus 8 Pro. The controversial part of the color camera filter feature was that it lets you see through thin clothes as well as plastic objects. The feature made headlines soon after users discovered it. The Shenzhen-based company later published an […]

Ajay Devgn Starrer Maidaan’s Set to be Dismantled Due to the Monsoons

The lockdown has brought the film industry on a standstill. While there are signs that film shoots might resume in some time, makers who had their film sets already erected in various studios have to dismantle them soon due to the arrival of the monsoons. 

Grand Anicut gets a fresh of lick of paint ahead of water release

The Grand Anicut (Kallanai), the ancient water regulator from where water is distributed for irrigation in the core delta districts, is being spruced up ahead of its opening next month.The Public Work

Alleged AMD Ryzen 3 4200G and Ryzen 5 Pro 4400G APUs Appear

AMD's Renoir-based Ryzen 4000 Mobile series have been out and about for a little while now, and it's not an exaggeration that they are nothing short of

Google Camera APK Download for Nokia Smartphones (Android 10 support) & HDR processing fix

On this page, we will provide Google Camera APK download links for all compatible Nokia Smartphones including the latest Nokia 7.2, Nokia 6.2, Nokia 8.1, Nokia 7.1, Nokia 6.1 Plus, Nokia 5.1 Plus, and others. These all are working APKs tested and uploaded from the smartphone.

7 Common but Lesser-Known Siege Weapons from Antiquity

Did you know humans used different weapons throughout history for sieges? These are some of the most widely used and lesser-known siege weapons of the ancient world.

Lego's 1:8 scale model kit of the Lamborghini Sian might actually be more desirable than the real car

Lego Technic kits are one of its more challenging products, aimed at car enthusiasts who don't mind spending unhealthy amounts of time tinkering with complex plastic pieces that take the shape of a Porsche 911 RSR, a Corvette ZR1, a…

Intents Mobi app is helping truckers map services along India's road network, while getting paid for it

App gathers official and community-sourced information, offers monetary payouts to contributors

Tile’s antitrust claims against Apple now being made in Europe as well as US

Tile's antitrust claims against Apple, first made in the US, are now being made in Europe too. The smart tracker company claimed that Apple was acting ...

EU Lawlords Put O2 and Three Merger Back on the Cards

The European Court of Justice has thrown out an earlier European Commission antitrust ruling that barred mobile giants O2 and Three from merging, freeing parent companies Hutchison and Telefonica to have another shot at synergising at boardroom level should they remain pumped for that sort of thing.

PS4 Controller Back Button Attachment Is Back in Stock Direct from PlayStation

Get them while they're hot

Best Buy Canada discounts smart home devices, wireless audio and SD cards

Another week of COVID-19 brings another week of deals on tech. Best Buy Canada has discounted popular tech until next Thursday, including smart home, TVs, smartphones, and audio.

2021 Chevy Suburban Z71 Shows Off Unique Face, Off-Road Upgrades

New photos of the 2021 Chevy Suburban show off the off-road-oriented Z71 trim, which features a unique front fascia, and more.

Air Canada is using its business class-only private jets on some routes to make social distancing in the sky easier — take a look at the unique plane

The sub-fleet, known as Air Canada Jetz, typically fly sports teams and its aircraft feature all-business class seating with no pesky middle seats.

Xiaomi releases Android 10 kernel source code for Mi 8/9 SE, Mi 8/9 Lite & Mi Max 3

Every Android OEM is supposed to make the kernel source code of their device public. With new Android updates, the code is tweaked to support the latest software and the device’s hardware. So when the company rolls out a new Android update, it is mandatory for them to share the updated kernel source code. That’s …

LIST: Nissan will launch 13 models from A to the all-new Z

Nissan may have a lot on their plate right now, but that's not stopping them from releasing 13 new cars in the next 18 months.

See You Later, Alligator: Reptile Removed From Launch Pad During SpaceX Flight Preparations

Although poor weather led to the postponement of the historic crew rocket launch on Wednesday (and still looms over the rescheduled liftoff this weekend),

Image: Hubble grabs a stellar latte

Far away in the Ursa Major constellation is a swirling galaxy that would not look out of place on a coffee made by a starry-eyed barista. NGC 3895 is a barred spiral galaxy that was first spotted by William ...

SpaceX Starship Launch Insurance Requirement Jumps To $198 Million

Aerospace manufacturer SpaceX was granted a license for suborbital flights by the FAA yesterday, which included new insurance costs.

Onvis C3 HomeKit Secure Video-enabled camera now available for pre-order

Another new HomeKit Secure Video camera from Onvis is coming soon, and it can be pre-ordered today!

OpenAI’s new text generator writes sad poems and corrects lousy grammar

OpenAI has quietly unveiled GPT-3, the latest incarnation of its headline-grabbing text generator, which comes with an enormous 175 billion parameters

Commentary: COVID 'Immunity Passport' No More Reliable Than a Coin Flip

For most of us, a positive COVID-19 antibody test would correspond to a 50/50 chance that we actually have antibodies against the virus. Dr F. Perry Wilson explains.

New BMW X5 Guaranteed To Turn Heads

We've all seen the BMW X7 and the concept that will be very similar to the next BMW 4 Series. As the people...

Bangalore airport: Air Asia plane hit by baggage cart, ladder topples over due to bad weather

Heavy winds and rain led to minor accidents at the Bangalore airport with an Air Asia plane getting hit by a baggage card and a passenger ladder toppling over

NSW photo cards next on Dominello's digital hit list

Physical alternative slated for later this year.

OpenSSH to remove SHA-1 as cracking cost drops

Start the switch to better algorithms.

Future Samsung Galaxy smartphones may eliminate manual Wi-Fi logins

Future Galaxy smartphones could make fiddling with Wi-Fi credentials and manual logins a thing of the past after Samsung jumped at the opportunity to join the WFA OpenRoaming initiative. Much like its

Keel of new nuclear icebreaker laid at Baltic plant

Keel of new nuclear icebreaker laid at Baltic plant

The launch page of Nokia 43-inch Smart TV with 4K UHD LED display is up at Flipkart. Launch date and major spec confirmed

We recently reported about the possibility of Flipkart launching the 43-inch Nokia Smart TV on June 4. Now, Flipkart has not only confirmed the launch date but has also confirmed about all major features of the Smart TV on the launch page.

SpaceX gets FAA approval for Starship flight tests

SpaceX has received an FAA license allowing the company to carry out suborbital flight tests of its Starship next-generation launch vehicle.

Learn to set up two-step verification in WhatsApp

“You should never share your WhatsApp verification code with others,” WhatsApp says.

HomeKit air-purifier goes on sale in US on June 15; new Onvis HomeKit camera

The HomeKit-compatible air-purifier from Vocolinc will go on sale in the US from June 15. The Vocolinc PureFlow Air Purifier had previously been put up for pre-order in Europe. The company says it’s also compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant … HomeKit air-purifier Vocolinc made the announcement in a Facebook post Meet the smart, sophisticated, […]

900 Acre Solar Farm Agreed for Kent Coast

The government has given a controversial plan for a solar farm the go ahead, with the mammoth 900 acre site set to be the country's largest array of panels by some margin; and requiring the biggest battery we've ever seen too.

High-end specialist Metronome launches 'affordable' Le Player 3 CD player

But is Le Player 3 magnifique?

Business runs in the family: After 'gold-plated' Samsung Folds, Pablo Escobar's brother tries to sell refurbished iPhone 11 Pros for $499

COVID-19: Indian Mumbai Naval Dockyard Builds Ultra-Violet Sanitisation Bay For Workers

New Delhi (Sputnik): The Indian Navy has dominated news headlines for developing in-house tech equipment to minimise the risk of the coronavirus infection from...

A tight squeeze! Developers are building tiny flats the size of a disabled PARKING SPACE - as they cram a kitchen, bathroom and bed into just 180 square feet

Developers have brushed off criticism over their 182-square foot apartments and insist the micro-homes in Cambridge are 'a perfectly reasonable size'.

Bizarre moment seagull waddles around a car park with a 20inch-long arrow piercing its body

Worried onlookers tried but failed to catch the injured seagull walking around in Blackpool, Lancashire, with one end of an arrow sticking out of its breast and the other end sticking out under its tail.

Hideo Kojima says that the recent Metal Gear Solid & Silent Hill IP acquisition rumors are false

A rumor surfaced back in March 2020, suggesting that Kojima Productions and Sony were planning to acquire the IP rights of Metal Gear Solid and Silent Hill. And, today, Hideo Kojima has debunked those rumors.

How to stop your car dying on you as it's parked during lockdown

You don't want to shell out for expensive repairs when you go back to the office.

Singer Anglet Commission 911 Features Subtle, Eggplant Purple Exterior

The latest Singer Vehicle Design commission packs a 3.8-liter flat-six and all-wheel drive. The buyer selects a dark color scheme.

UK joins COVID-19 High Performance Computing consortium

Consortium is attempting to use supercomputers in the quest to find cures for COVID-19.

Samsung Galaxy M31s and M51 could have quad-camera setup with a 64MP main sensor

It's not unusual to see companies rebrand products for other markets, but it's interesting when it's not a 1-to-1 rebrand. In the case of Samsung, the Galaxy M31s and M51 are supposed to be rebranded versions of the Galaxy A31 and A51. However, this time around the new variants will be getting better specs.

2021 Ford F-150 to officially debut June 25

The new 2021 Ford F-150 will be revealed to the world via a live stream on June 28. We expect to hear news about electric and hybrid variants.

2021 Ford Bronco leaks: center stack revealed, 7-speed manual confirmed

Information about the upcoming Ford Bronco continues to leak out.

DRDO Is Recruiting Engineers & Postgraduates: Check How to Apply For 167 Jobs

All the candidates will be selected through GATE and NET scores. The closing date for DRDO job applications is 10 July 2020

Amazon Fire TV gets Alexa voice control support for apps like Netflix, Hotstar, Zee5

Alexa on Fire TV lets people check the weather, control smart home, and stream music, among other features.

Infinix Hot 9, Hot 9 Pro with Helio P22 chipset debut in India at a price of Rs 8,499 and Rs 9,499 respectively

Infinix Hot 9, Hot 9 Pro run on Android 10-based XOS 6.0 and house a 5,000 mAh battery.

Why Big Pharma Is Betting on Blockchain

The pandemic has exposed major cracks in medical supply chains.

IoT labels will help consumers figure out which devices are spying on them

When hungry consumers want to know how many calories are in a bag of chips, they can check the nutrition label on the bag. When those same consumers want to check the security and privacy practices of ...

A Zen Buddhist monk's approach to democratizing AI

Colin Garvey, a postdoctoral research fellow at Stanford University's Center for International Security and Cooperation (CISAC) and Institute for Human-centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI), took an ...

Affordable New 5G Smartphones Coming To New Zealanders

One week before a range of new 5G smartphones start to hit the shelves around New Zealand, Vodafone is delighting customers with an awesome pre-sale offer in partnership with OPPO.

New Pirelli Tire Auto-Adjusts To Temperature, Driving Conditions

Pirelli has announced a new high-tech summer tire called Cinturato P7 that adapts to changes to temperature and driving conditions.

Puffy 'cotton ball' clouds are a rocket launch's most common nightmare. Here's why they delayed SpaceX's historic flight.

SpaceX and NASA delayed their historic astronaut launch on Wednesday after puffy clouds rolled in. They're the biggest threats to a rocket launch.

Killer coal and other secret weapons used by WW2 special agents sell for £17k

Deadly items used by special agents have been auctioned, including a lump of coal that carried an explosive charge inside and a pocket watch camera, similar to James Bond

Russia sparks space race with the US by announcing plans for an orbital station

The plans revealed by the Kremlin will start after the International Space Station is scrapped in around 2030 and will allow it to launch “far-out” missions to the moon and Mars

No OS customisation for Nokia smartphones, Android One the right way?

When you remember the old Nokia phones, there were smartphones powered by Symbian and MeeGo, crosslink powered by S40, and low-end feature phones which run the immortal S30 software. So, the old No…

Western Digital gets sued for sneaking SMR disks into its NAS channel

WD clearly underestimated the consumer outrage they'd face over SMR disks.

Lost and found

Streetchildren hold onto several license plates they’ve found in the floodwaters of Riverside Drive Tunnel along Magallanes Driver on Intramuros, Manila. Some of the plates have four digits, indicating the cars are of latest make.

Walmart Telling Photo Lab Employees NOT to Ask for Proof of Copyright

Walmart’s Photo Centers might not seem like a major avenue for copyright infringement or photo theft. But PetaPixel has been made aware of an alleged policy change that makes it far easier for bad actors to use and print professional photos without permission.

Nike Air Max 90 FlyEase Drops in White, Blue and Red

A patriotic, summer-ready colorway for the inclusive AM90.

New EVE Online Update Puts Items at Risk If Player Citadels Fall Into Disrepair

EVE is a game of loss, danger and uncertainty, and this update promises to deliver on all three of those fronts.

9to5Rewards: Still time to win the 2020 iPhone SE from Incipio

Readers still have time to win the 2020 iPhone SE from 9to5Rewards. Head below to enter the giveaway and check out one of the best new cases for iPhone SE...

LG Velvet Europe release set for June 2020 with the US to follow closely behind

The LG Velvet Europe release is imminent with the US to follow close behind if reports are to be believed.

SpaceX's Starship rocket prototype explodes during test

No immediate indication of injuries after 394ft rocket exploded in Texas as Elon Musk’s company pursued aggressive development schedule

Are Samsung phones exploding AGAIN? Samsung user shares footage of his Galaxy A20e in pieces after it burst into flames just four years after the Note 7 handsets randomly combusted

Kenji Yanase shared a video of a charred Samsung Galaxy A20e claiming it began sparking 'like fireworks' and burst into flames. The event echoes similarities to the 2016 Note 7 fiasco.

Teams users can now pop out chats into dedicated windows

Microsoft Teams is finally rolling out the pop-out chat feature for the app. The feature has been highly requested and is now available for the desktop clients on Windows and macOS.

SpaceX prototype vehicle explodes during engine test

A SpaceX launch vehicle prototype burst into flames during a test at a Texas launchpad Friday afternoon — a day before the company hopes to send two NASA astronauts into space on another craft

DOJ sets new conditions for CPI’s acquisition of General Dynamics’ satellite antenna business

For the merger to go forward CPI must sell off its subsidiary ASC Signal Division.

These Paint Pens Are Perfect For Yard Signs, Wedding Decor, & More — So Get Crafty

For creating art projects that will last, you need the best paint pens for wood. Whether you prefer an oil-based or water-based pen, the right writing tool can help make Etsy-quality decor or beautiful signage for your yard or wedding. Oil-Based Vs.…

Company Remastered Shelby Mustang GT500 With Carbon Fiber Body

A workshop company in Oklahoma is remaking the 1967 Shelby Mustang GT500 with a carbon fiber body, and it can be totally customized for cutting-edge performance.

The new Nokia 5.3 praised in first major review

While our Nokia 5.3 review unit is taking its time getting to our hands, first feedback of tech media about the phone started appearing online. From major global publications, PhoneArena posted a r…

Twitter's web app now supports saved drafts and scheduled tweets

What began as an experiment last fall is rolling out to all web app users.

Chennai Metro to install foot-operated lifts

In an effort to control the spread of COVID-19, Chennai Metro will soon install foot-operated elevators in its stations. A prototype has been installed in the admin building at Koyambedu. The foot-ope

Another SpaceX Starship prototype explodes after an engine test

SpaceX lost another Starship prototype to an explosion during testing this afternoon.

The Ford-Volkswagen Pickup Truck Is Right Around The Corner

Two of the world's automotive giants, Ford and Volkswagen, are more commonly known for battling it out on t...

'Scorching-hot hacked computer burned my hand'

Student's computer overheated after it was hit with a "crypto-jacking" attack.

The truth about retread tyres ― Michael Hutt

MAY 30 ― In February, Alwyn Lau, columnist with the Malay Mail, wrote an article titled: “Malaysia’s ignored hazard: Trucks with bad tyres”. Certainly, road safety in Malaysia needs a lot of improvement. (The Ministry for Transport set a 2014-2020 road safety plan that is currently not on...

SpaceX Starship SN4 prototype explodes after engine test in Texas (VIDEO)

Blast occurred after test completed, caused by fuel leak

Microsoft replace editors with AI at Microsoft News

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has always advocated for AI to be used alongside instead of in place of employees, but it seems when the opportunity arose Microsoft was just too happy to take advantage of an all-AI solution. BusinessInsider reports that Microsoft News has just laid off dozens of editors for MSN.com in favour of […]

SpaceX's Prototype Starship Exploded In Giant Fireball Mid-Testing

SpaceX's Starship prototype exploded in a ball of fire during testing on Friday, one day before the company is due to jointly launch the first crewed mission from U.S. soil in nearly a decade.

Google is giving away its Nest Mini smart speaker — here's how to see if you're eligible to get one

If you subscribe to YouTube Premium or YouTube Premium Music, here's how to get your free Google Nest Mini.

Travancore Titanium to make Li-ion batteries

PSU develops lithium trinitrate, main raw material for these batteries

US warns: Huawei 5G package is ‘obsolete by the time its operational’

Countries purchasing Huawei’s 5G wireless technology risk buying into a “China-only” telecommunications industry that lacks access to Western innovations, according to U.S. officials.

Infiniti Reinvents The Dealer Experience

Across the country, plenty of car dealerships are beginning to reopen their doors to shoppers, often seeing...

Mitsubishi Doesn’t Know What To Do In Europe

Mitsubishi Motors is a bit lost when it comes to its future in Europe, citing losses in the past two fiscal years.

Printing machinery maker launches UV system to disinfect everything from keys to shoes, fish, vegetables and even malls

In the wake of COVID-19, the global UV disinfection equipment market is projected to grow from $2.9 billion in 2020 to $5.3 billion by 2025

Greyp Finally Brings Its Tech-Forward Supercharged E-bikes To The US

Croatia-based Greyp Bikes has been building some of the world's most technologically advanced e-bikes for years, and this afternoon in Croatia, the partnership officially launched its US operations. The launch in the US was announced via a special livestream from the company's headquarters in Zagreb, Croatia. Launch of US Operations Greyp has been shipping bikes to customers

Rockstar rolls back Grand Theft Auto 4 update that appeared to be corrupting saves

The update, released yesterday, restored missing music, but also kept save files from loading properly.

What We Are Reading Today: Empires of the Sky

Author: Alexander Rose

Facebook Wants to be the Arbiter of Truth When It Comes to the Identities of Mega-Viral Accounts

For the past year or so, Facebook has mandated that certain page owners and political ad-spenders on the platform verify their identities as a way to curb interference in the coming US presidential election. Now, these checks are being extended to certain people’s profiles, too. According to a post made on the company’s blog yesterday afternoon, the company is putting in those same checks and balances on profiles that have been found to engage in what Facebook determines to be a “pattern of inauthentic behaviour,” and whose posts “rapidly go viral” in the United States.

Stadia Pro members get six free games in June

Google is giving Stadia Pro subscribers twice as many free games as usual in June, including 'Elder Scrolls Online' and 'Superhot.'

Watch: SpaceX prototype Starship rocket just exploded in a big fireball

SpaceX’s Starship SN4 prototype launch vehicle just exploded in a huge fireball during a static fire test in Boca Chica, Texas. While the Starship spacecraft is still early in development, th…

DC Cancels Print Finales of RWBY & gen:LOCK

The Rooster Teeth collab lives on digital.

The Most Powerful Toyota RAV4 Ever Has A Hefty Price Tag

The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime was revealed at last year's Los Angeles Auto Show as the most powerful RAV4 vari...

Watch Jay Leno Drive Tesla Cybertruck Through Boring Company Tunnel

Back in January, Jay Leno and Elon Musk were spied taking the Tesla Cybertruck for a spin around Crenshaw B...

Samsung re-releases April 2020 security update for Galaxy M31, The first one bricked some units

Earlier last month, Samsung rolled out April 2020 security patch for Galaxy M31. Unfortunately, the update bricked some of the units and the company rolled back the OTA. Now, at the end of May, the South Korean smartphone maker re-releases the April security patch with a new build. Last time, our unit installed the update …

Here is how you can fix the “Cortana is not available” issue in Windows 10 May 2020 Update(version 2004)

Microsoft’s Cortana is currently the least popular digital voice assistant and the fact that it failed to live up to the expectation made Microsoft reshape its strategy in this space multiple times, but none of its strategies proved to be successful so far. While Microsoft has been struggling to make Cortana a viable digital assistant, […]

McLaren Senna Was Originally Designed For Le Mans

Watch Jason Cammisa and ISSIMI explain the trials and tribulations that the McLaren Senna project went through to get to where they are today.

Govt is looking at starting home delivery of petrol, CNG: Pradhan

Indian Oil Corp (IOC), the nation's largest fuel retailer, started home delivery of diesel through a mobile dispenser in 2018. This service is available only in a handful of cities.

MASS Design Group outlines redesign strategies for restaurants following coronavirus

US architecture firm MASS Design Group has suggested that restaurants add barriers, remove bar seating and seek local produce sources to curtail infection and promote social distancing to allow patrons to safely eat out following the coronavirus lockdown.

Passenger dividers

Truck body builder Centro Manufacturing Corp. displays the anti-virus dividers for utility vehicles it manufactures. It is also developing the design for modern PUVs. The dividers will be installed at production facilities in Novaliches, Cavite and Marilao. Sold in the aftermarket as ready-to-install kits, the dividers may also be retrofitted for existing UVs or PUVs, as only clamps are used and no drillings are required.

Jabra’s Elite 75t earbuds now offer personalized sound and customizable controls

The Jabra Elite 75t and Elite Active 75t already offered high-quality audio at a palatable price, but the latest update for these true wireless earbuds adds customization options that make them even better. The update, available now, adds MySound and MyControls features to Jabra’s Sound+ app.

Social-distancing smart watches and plexiglass beach boxes: Old and new technologies are being employed to keep people apart

As countries easing lockdowns bring businesses and workers back online, these tech solutions are popping up to make sure people keep up social distancing

Bulldozing starts to improve laneway to Lake Tuggeranong

The concrete jungle stuck in the 1980s will be replaced by open space and grassed areas as well as more outdoor dining.

China reveals plan for ‘Heavenly Palace’ space station to rival ISS

China has outlined plans to build an orbiting science lab by 2023. The “Heavenly Palace” station will house six people and serve as a test bed for experiments on astronomy, technology and

SES details LEO constellation and expanded MEO constellation to FCC

SES proposed a low Earth orbit constellation to the U.S. Federal Communications Commission that, if built, would make the company an operator of satellites in low, medium and geostationary orbits. 

Here's when the 2021 Ford F-150 will be revealed

Christmas in June.

Revealed: the worrying links between Huawei, our universities and China

With its cast iron replica of Budapest’s Liberty Bridge and its pale-stoned version of Versailles, visitors to Huawei’s research centre in Dongguan could be forgiven for thinking they were in Europe. It is a benign – if eccentric – tribute. But other attempts to forge close ties to the Western culture

SpaceX’s Starship underwent a Rapid Unscheduled Disassembly—we do mean rapid

The accident came after what appeared to be a successful static fire test.

Lenovo's $50 webcam, down from $70, is a nice, cheap upgrade to the built-in webcams on the vast majority of laptops

No one could have predicted we'd be relying on webcams like we are today to talk with friends, family, and colleagues.

EMUI 10.1 stable update now available for 13 Huawei/Honor devices - Gizchina.com

Chinese manufacturing giant, Huawei, is quite good with updates for its smartphones. Its latest update, EMUI 10.1 has been around for some time. Many Huawei ...

This brush set enlists your power drill in the war on germs and dirt

For years, dirty countertops, appliances, or bathroom fixtures were just kind of gross. But unkempt corners of your kitchen and bathroom aren’t just a sign of laziness anymore. Now, they’re a poten…

Karma's 1,110-HP Electric Supercar Begins Testing

Last month, Karma announced the development of the GTE, a fully electric version of the Karma Revero GT hyb...

Huawei launches new IdeaHub smart screens to upgrade your workplace's meeting room

Is your meeting room still using a plain and boring whiteboard for presentation? If it is, you should get an upgrade now with the new Huawei IdeaHub smart screens that were launched today. The product series includes the IdeaHub S, IdeaHub Pro and IdeaHub Enterprise, which all of them will bring your meeting to a whole new level with different useful features.

Powerbeats Pro Will be Launching in June, 4 New Colors, Apple H1 Chip and Hey Siri Voice Command

The original Powerbeats Pro were launched about a year ago. They were among the finest true wireless earphones in the market that were released with the same intelligent hardware that drove the AirPods. Today, we are getting a new iteration with the same name, but with new colors joining the older ones. This is not …

The best cases for the new iPhone SE

Looking for a case for your brand new iPhone SE? Check out our roundup of the best cases for the iPhone SE.

Google unveils new system for measuring your website's quality

Google has announced a new ranking algorithm for websites which will go live sometime next year.

Did TikTok block #BlackLivesMatter & #GeorgeFloyd Tag?

TikTok has been accused of blocking "#BlackLivesMatter tag and every single tag related to George Floyd," in a tweet that went viral. The tweet showed a screenshot of a user’s attempt to add hashtags to a

Dell Canada offering deals on XPS 13, laptops, monitors and more

From Inspiron to XPS, several types of Dell laptops, monitors and more are on sale right now.

Eight US companies will manufacture NASA’s COVID-19 ventilator

Eight US companies will manufacture the ventilator designed by NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory and fast-tracked by the FDA.

2021 BMW 5 Series Facelift – New Videos and Footage

We put together all the information you might crave, including some videos and footage showcasing the BMW 5 Series Facelift.

How to fix the 'Cortana is not available' error on Windows 10 version 2004

Users have reported facing issues with the Cortana app on v2004 update. Microsoft hasn't acknowledged it as an issue but if you're getting errors then you can follow this workaround to fix the issue.

Aston Martin begins DB5 Goldfinger Continuation project

Aston Martin is pressing on with its replica DB5s and a slated 2020 delivery.

Remote litigation service to be launched, procedural manual OK’d

The newly incorporated service envisions preserving all judicial safeguards, in accordance with governance references compatible with such a sophisticated judicial set up.

PlayStation 5 event confirmed: What to expect from the June 4 showcase

The PlayStation 5 event is coming next week on June 4. Sony plans to showcase next-gen games, but what else will it reveal?

Chrome's Duet bottom bar interface is probably gone for good

Google has been working on some variation of a bottom bar in Android's Chrome browser for nearly four years. It started as 'Chrome Home,' which moved the

HUBER+SUHNER Enables Continuous Electric Vehicle Charging At 500 Amps

Herisau, Switzerland — HUBER+SUHNER, a leading global supplier of electrical and optical connectivity solutions, has today launched the RADOX® HPC500; a new addition to the RADOX® high power charging portfolio. It is the world’s first cooled charging cable system that allows continuous charging at 500 Amperes even in high-temperature environments. The HPC500 cable and connector builds

COP26 climate talks in Glasgow to take place next year in Nov 2021, UN confirms

The development comes two days after the EU unveiled the EUR 750 billion green stimulus plan to shore up the sagging economy due to the pandemic while also making sure that the 27-nation trading bloc achieves climate neutrality by 2050.

Covid-19 pandemic pushes UN Climate Summit COP26 to November 2021

Alok Sharma, business secretary in the Boris Johnson government and the COP26 president, said: “While we rightly focus on fighting the immediate crisis of the coronavirus, we must not lose sight of the huge challenges of climate change”.

Whitmer calls for federal bailout but announces no budget cuts

Almost two weeks after Michigan projected a $3.2 billion budget deficit for this year, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer renewed her call for a federal bailout.

Hawaii budget shortfall now projected to be $2.3 billion | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

There was a lot of guesswork involved, but a panel of experts concluded Thursday that state tax collections will drop by 7% this fiscal year and another 12% next year, leaving Gov. David Ige’s administration with a whopping $2.3 billion budget hole to patch up.

UK lenders approve almost 1.5m holidays for card and loan payments

Requests to freeze accounts among distressed borrowers continues to grow

Nearly 1.5m payment holidays handed out by banks and lenders

UK Finance, the banking trade body, said it has now helped 30 million customer accounts during the coronavirus crisis.

Planning for major projects at industrial and residential development underway

More than a fifth of the 170 hectares of commercial land available at the country’s largest industrial and residential development have now been sold as businesses look to establish large scale local operations in a post-COVID environment.

COVID-19: Planning For Major Projects At NZ’s Largest Industrial & Residential Development Underway

More than a fifth of the 170 hectares of commercial land available at the country’s largest industrial and residential development have now been sold as businesses look to establish large scale local operations in a post-COVID environment.

A national strategy for careers and employability is the "enduring solution" - CDANZ

In announcing the Covid Income Relief Payment this week the Hon. Grant Robertson stated the Government is also considering an "enduring solution" to support New Zealanders experiencing job loss beyond the current crisis. The Career Development Association of New Zealand (CDANZ) welcomes this news but also asks: where is a National Strategy for Careers and Employability that would underpin such an initiative?

National Strategy For Careers And Employability Is The enduring Solution Grant Robertson Is Seeking

In announcing the Covid Income Relief Payment this week the Hon. Grant Robertson stated the Government is also considering an “enduring solution” to support New Zealanders experiencing job loss beyond the current crisis. The Career Development Association of New Zealand (CDANZ) welcomes this news but also asks: where is a National Strategy for Careers and Employability that would underpin such an initiative?

Review Of Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Management Plan To Restart

The Department of Conservation (DOC) and Ngāi Tahu in consultation with the Canterbury Aoraki Conservation Board have agreed to start a new review of the Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Management Plan.

Review Of Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Management Plan To Restart

The Department of Conservation (DOC) and Ngāi Tahu in consultation with the Canterbury Aoraki Conservation Board have agreed to start a new review of the Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Management Plan.

Canopy posts $1.3-billion loss on impairment and restructuring charges; shares tumble

Ontario-based Canopy Growth’s net loss attributable to the company widened to $1.30 billion, or $3.72 per share, in the quarter ended March 31, from $379.5 million, or $1.10 per share, a year ago

The world's largest marijuana company craters 22% as recreational pot demand sinks amid coronavirus pandemic (CGC)

Canopy Growth cratered as much as 22% on Friday after the company reported its fiscal fourth quarter earnings that missed analyst estimates. The...

TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods expect to reopen end of June

TJX Companies, the stores' parent company, says it expects most of its stores to open by the end of June.

TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods expect to reopen end of June

There is more progress on the road to reopening for T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, and HomeGoods.

Lifetime community rating cited for rise in low cover health plan purchases

Research suggests many first time buyers bought cheap plans with limited benefits

Lifetime community rating leads to rise in low cover plan purchases

Research suggests many first-time buyers bought cheap plans with limited benefits

Williams says any team sale would be to secure F1 future

Williams are prepared to end decades of family control and sell the struggling Formula One team to secure its future after tough times on and off ...

Williams says any team sale would be to secure F1 future

LONDON (Reuters) - Williams are prepared to end decades of family control and sell the struggling Formula One team to secure its future after tough times on and off the track, deputy principal Claire Williams said on Friday.

Australia faces further cost-cutting despite improved outlook

Australian cricket faces another round of cost-cutting to shore up finances hit by the coronavirus shutdown and no part of the game will be ...

Australia cricket faces further cost-cutting despite improved outlook

Australian cricket faces another round of cost-cutting to shore up finances hit by the coronavirus shutdown and no part of the game will be immune, board chief Kevin Roberts said on Friday. Cricket

Canopy Growth reports $1.3B fourth-quarter loss, hits reset on strategic focus

Canopy Growth Corp. is rethinking its first-to-every-market strategy after reporting a $1.3-billion loss in its fourth quarter. The Smith Falls, Ont.

Canopy Growth reports $1.3B fourth-quarter loss, hits reset on strategic focus

Canopy Growth Corp. is rethinking its first-to-every-market strategy after reporting a $1.3-billion loss in its fourth quarter.

As job loss mounts, labour ministry ties up with TCS iON for career counseling

The career counseling service will be offered on the national career service (NCS) platform for free in Hindi and English languages, and try to cover the soft skills and basic job skills that industries demand

NCS ties up with TCS iON for providing free online skill training to registered job seekers

This course on soft skills assists the learners in enhancing personality development with modules on corporate etiquette, improving interpersonal skills, making impactful presentations, including other necessary soft skills demanded by the industry.

Chase adds limited-time Sapphire benefits to help grounded travelers

Heads up! We share savvy shopping and personal finance tips to put extra cash in your wallet. Android Central may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network. Please note that the offers mentioned below are subject to change at any time and some may no longer be available. While some TPG readers are considering booking trips down the line — in some cases, even this...

Chase Sapphire Reserve renewals will stay at $450 through the end of year

Heads up! We share savvy shopping and personal finance tips to put extra cash in your wallet. Android Central may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network. Please note that the offers mentioned below are subject to change at any time and some may no longer be available. In the midst of the uncertainty caused by the novel coronavirus, Chase appears to want to keep its...

Survey Shows Queenstown Is Open For Business

Queenstown, New Zealand (29 May 2020) – A survey of local tourism businesses recently undertaken by Destination Queenstown shows that 96% of respondents will be open under level 2 for the winter season.

Survey shows Queenstown is open for business - Destination Queenstown

 A survey of local tourism businesses recently undertaken by Destination Queenstown shows that 96% of respondents will be open under level 2 for the winter season.

3 Recent Catalysts For Bitcoin

The first involves Square (SQ), which made recurring Bitcoin purchases available to its Cash App customers. The second news involves Shopify (SHOP), which renew

Goldman Takes Bitcoin To Task

Goldman analysts have stated that cryptos such as bitcoin are "not an asset class," as they do not generate cash flow or earnings.

Use of public transport likely to reduce for 6 months post-lockdown: CSE survey

The CSE's perception survey on changing commuting choices post-pandemic included over 400 middle and high-income groups in Delhi and surrounding NCR cities.The first results show public mood is changing.

Use of public transport likely to dip for 6 mnths post lockdown: CSE survey

Within six months after the lockdown, metro ridership will decline from 37% in pre-lockdown period to 16%, the CSE said.

Maharashtra Government To Provide Aid To Help Restart Entertainment Industry

The Indian Motion Pictures Producers Association shared a press release that stated that Maharashtra state government will be providing aid to help restart the entertainment industry.

Maharashtra Govt considering restart of film shoots

 With a series of new guidelines, Maharashtra Government is ready to give the go-ahead to the entrainment industry for the resumption of shooting soon. This was decided after a video conference that took place on Thursday night between representatives of the entertainment industry and Dr. Sanjay Mukherjee, chief secretary of Cultural Affairs, Maharashtra.

ACI World issues new guidance for airport industry restart and recovery

MONTREAL – Airports Council International (ACI) World has published comprehensive guidance for airports as they prepare to restart operations to assist them in sustaining a business recovery in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a systemic crisis resulting in unprecedented disruption to global air transport. ACI World estimates that, in 2020, airports will suffer a reduction of more than 4.6 billion passengers and decline in revenue of more than $97 billion U.S. The publication issued, Aviation Operations

WTTC launches Safe Travels protocols for aviation, airports, MICE and tour operators

The welfare of travelers and the millions of people employed throughout the Travel & Tourism sector at the heart of this new comprehensive package of Safe Travels protocols.

Crude has best month on record in May as prices surge 88 per cent

Canada's oil patch has little to celebrate even though crude oil prices concluded their best ever month.

Crude has best month

Canada's oil patch has little to celebrate even though crude oil prices concluded their best ever month.

Malaysia’s Statistics Department foresees recession in the next four to six months

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — The Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) has predicted that the country is heading into an economic recession in the next four to six months. In the Malaysian Economic Statistics Review (MESR), chief statistician Datuk Seri Mohd Uzir Mahidin said that their prediction...

Statistics Dept: Malaysia should redeploy its unemployed surplus labour to essential services industries

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — Malaysia needs a dynamic labour market policy in order to address a labour market disequilibrium which was the result of the Covid-19 pandemic and movement control order (MCO) put in place to control the disease’s infection rate. The Department of Statistics Malaysia...

Chancellor Rishi Sunak to outline changes to furlough scheme

It comes after Boris Johnson announced a gradual easing of the lockdown in England.

Chancellor Rishi Sunak to outline changes to furlough scheme

It comes after Boris Johnson announced a gradual easing of the lockdown in England.

National cabinet launches ambitious federation reform agenda

Federation reform has been overhauled and a new council tasked with removing duplication and overlap will report to the national cabinet each month.

COAG is dead. Long live the national cabinet

Prospects for federation reform, including changes to the tax system, have received their biggest boost in decades with the abolition of the Council of Australian Governments.

Covid-19: US airlines leave $29 billion aid fund untapped in bet on rebound

Although the four largest US passenger airlines have applied for the Treasury Department program, only American Airlines Group Inc. has said it intends to tap the pool of funds.

Airlines Leave $29 Billion Aid Fund Untapped in Bet on Rebound

U.S. airlines have yet to tap $29 billion in federal pandemic relief loans as they wait to see whether the reopening of the economy revives demand and diminishes the need for money that comes with government strings attached.

EUR/USD: The trend turns higher with resistance seen at 1.1145/66 and ultimately at 1.1369 – Credit Suisse

EUR/USD has seen a conclusive break above key 200-day average/price resistance at 1.1009/19 to turn the core trend higher, with resistance seen at 1.1

EUR/CHF: Base completed with next resistance at 1.0710/17 – Credit Suisse

The EUR/CHF short-term trend has accelerated to the upside, with key resistance seen at 1.0710/17, ahead of 1.0772/88, per Credit Suisse. See: EUR/CHF

Covid can cause $8.5 trillion loss in global output: UN chief Antonio Guterres

UN chief Antonio Guterres has warned that the Covid-19 pandemic will cause unimaginable devastation, usher in hunger and famine of historic proportions and lead to a loss of $8.5 trillion in

UN Secretary General warns of loss of $8.5 trillion in global output due to pandemic

Addressing a virtual press conference along with Prime Minister of Jamaica Andrew Holness and Prime Minister of Canada Justin Trudeau, Antonio Guterres said the world is afflicted by enormous fragilities: weak health systems; runaway climate change; unsustainable levels of inequality.

China to restrict expansion of solar equipment producers

BEIJING (Reuters) - China intends to impose restrictions on expansion of solar equipment production to tackle overcapacity in the industry in the face of falling domestic installations, a draft plan issued by the country’s industrial ministry showed on Friday.

China to restrict expansion of solar equipment producers

China intends to impose restrictions on expansion of solar equipment production to tackle overcapacity in the industry in the face of falling ...

Coronavirus effect: UK car production likely to drop to lowest level in decades

Full-year production could fall to as low as around 870,000 vehicles, according to a forecast by AutoAnalysis for the SMMT, far below a recent nadir of 999,460 cars in 2009, during the financial crisis

The UK made just 197 cars last month, a drop of 99.7% as coronavirus tanks factory output

The UK produced only 197 cars in April, 99.7% lower than its output in April 2019, with production almost entirely stopped by coronavirus, the S...

Almost all firms 'forced to rethink tech priorities'

Global pandemic triggers shift to an almost completely digital working set-up.

The impacts of COVID-19 on innovation and digital transformation in air transport

As airlines, airports and their air transport sector partners continue to plot the industry’s recovery from the COVID-19 crisis, a focus on innovation, and investment in technologies such as touchless biometrics, self-service, automation, and mobile devices and apps, will have a crucial role to play. These are some of the key insights of a new report jointly released by Fast Future, Future Travel Experience (FTE), and the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX). The study findings are being launched today during a

Welcome to the Microsoft economy

Stocks were supposed to be mired in a bear market after they plunged in March as the coronavirus pandemic shut business and sent unemployment to its highest rate since the Great Depression. Except they aren't.

What’s Keeping Stocks Afloat? The ‘Microsoft Market’

The tech giant is a mainstay of the industry that lets companies, governments and people navigate disruptions caused by the coronavirus and other threats.

AUD/USD: The key resistance area at 0.6658/6706 continues to cap any attempt to break higher – Credit Suisse

AUD/USD is seeing a further attempt to break above the pivotal resistance zone at 0.6658/6706, which ideally continues to cap, according to analysts a

NZD/USD: Resistance at 0.6216/39 ideally contains the fresh move higher – Credit Suisse

NZD/USD stays capped for now by the ‘neckline’ to the 2015/2020 ‘triangle’ at 0.6216 and the 78.6% retracement of the February/March 2020 fall at 0.62

Gender inclusion, the Infosys way

Technology majors are at a huge advantage if they are able to understand how a cross-section of people tend to engage with their technology. With today’s consumer base more diverse and heterogeneous,

‘Social IQ skills’ are the X-factor that women bring to tech companies

Apart from automation, technology needs soft and cognitive skills, believes HCl Technologies

SoftBank leads US$500 million fundraising for Didi's self-driving unit

China's Didi Chuxing said on Friday it had completed a fundraising round of over US$500 million for its autonomous driving subsidiary that was led ...

SoftBank leads $500 million fundraising for Didi's self-driving unit

BEIJING/SHANGHAI (Reuters) - China’s Didi Chuxing said on Friday it had completed a fundraising round of over $500 million for its autonomous driving subsidiary that was led by SoftBank Group’s (9984.T) Vision Fund 2.

Donald Trump announces probe of Chinese companies listed in US

Among the largest were e-commerce giant Alibaba, China's largest oil producer PetroChina and Sinopec, the world's largest oil refiner.The announcement followed Beijing's move to implement a new security law on semi-autonomous Hong Kong that critics say would stifle freedom

Trump announces probe of Chinese companies listed in US

US President Donald Trump on Friday ordered a probe into the actions of Chinese companies listed on American financial markets as tensions flared anew between the world's two biggest economies. The announcement followed Beijing's move to implement a new security law on semi-autonomous Hong Kong

Yes Bank launches overdraft facility on FDs through digital channels

The customers can avail the facility by clicking ‘pre-approved offers’ or ‘exclusive Offers’ to the select eligible fixed deposits. The bank promises to disburse the sanctioned overdraft limit in one day.

Yes Bank launches overdraft facility on FDs

Private lender Yes Bank has launched an overdraft (OD) facility against fixed deposits (FDs) for its customers through digital channels.

Ted Cruz, Trump, and other Republicans are pushing a payroll-tax cut that would do little for families suffering financially due to coronavirus

The payroll-tax cut has gained support from Trump and several other GOP lawmakers and conservative economists eager to jumpstart growth.

Ted Cruz, Trump, and other Republicans are pushing a payroll-tax cut that would do little for families suffering financially due to coronavirus

The move would not provide the economy with the adrenaline shot it needs to tide over people already out of work and struggling businesses.

Pier 1's 'awful day' arrives with judge approving liquidation

The end is near for Pier 1 Imports Inc.

Pier 1’s ‘Awful Day’ Arrives With Judge Approving Liquidation

The end is near for Pier 1 Imports Inc.

Tencent in talks to buy Warner Music stake: report

The listing by the world’s third-largest recording label could potentially be the largest New York IPO so far in 2020.

Tencent in talks to buy Warner Music stake: WSJ

(Reuters) - Chinese internet giant Tencent Holdings Ltd (0700.HK) is in talks to invest $200 million in Warner Music Group, ahead of the record company's slated initial public offering next week, the Wall Street Journal reported here on Friday.

Parliament recommends suspending payment of R22m to Ingonyama Trust

When the trust tabled its strategic and annual performance plans at a committee meeting, no budget information was included.

Suspend payment of R22m to Ingonyama Trust, MPs say

'The failure of the trust to account for the R22 million allocated to it by the department is noted,' committee chairperson Zwelivelile Mandela said.

Pandemic could spur more states to approve sports, online betting

The coronavirus pandemic could lead to a quicker expansion of sports betting and internet gambling in the U.S. as states deal with huge budget deficits.

States might turn to legalized gambling with budgets rocked by coronavirus

The coronavirus pandemic could lead to a quicker expansion of sports betting and internet gambling in the US as states deal with huge budget deficits and look for new tax revenue wherever they can

People are becoming more aware of Covid-19's global impact, Idris Elba says

The actor spoke during an online briefing organised by the World Economic Forum.

People are becoming more aware of Covid-19’s global impact, Idris Elba says

The actor spoke during an online briefing organised by the World Economic Forum.

Trump administration to study ways to protect for U.S. investors from Chinese firms

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Trump administration will study ways to safeguard Americans from the risks of investing in Chinese companies, U.S. president Donald Trump said on Friday, ratcheting up pressure on the firms to comply with U.S. accounting and disclosure rules.

Trump administration to study ways to protect for U.S. investors from Chinese firms

WASHINGTON — The Trump administration will study ways to safeguard Americans from the risks of investing in Chinese companies, U.

Ichor (ICHR) Presents At Cowen Virtual Technology, Media & Telecom Conference - Slideshow

The following slide deck was published by Ichor Holdings, Ltd. in conjunction with this event.

Uniti Group (UNIT) Presents At Cowen 2020 Technology, Media & Telecom Conference - Slideshow

The following slide deck was published by Uniti Group Inc. in conjunction with this event.

Many have suffered… future of 130 crore won’t be dictated by adversity: PM Modi

Advising citizens to follow rules and guidelines with patience, he said: “We must always remember that the present and future of 130 crore will never be dictated by an adversity.”

India will set an example in economic revival, says PM Modi

PM acknowledged that some have undergone “tremendous” suffering, referring to workers.

Southwest Airlines CEO sees low-fare environment when traffic returns

Southwest Airlines Co Chief Executive Officer Gary Kelly said on Friday he expects a “brutal low-fare” environment when traffic returns after coronavirus-induced restrictions ease.

Southwest Airlines CEO sees low-fare environment when traffic returns

(Reuters) - Southwest Airlines Co (LUV.N) Chief Executive Officer Gary Kelly said on Friday he expects a “brutal low-fare” environment when traffic returns after coronavirus-induced restrictions ease.

United Airlines cutting 13 top jobs, adding int'l flights in July

United Airlines Holdings Inc said on Friday it will eliminate 13 officer positions even as it adds international flights back to its network, part of a restructuring to address the hit on its business from the coronavirus pandemic.

United Airlines cutting 13 top jobs, adding international flights in July

(Reuters) - United Airlines Holdings Inc (UAL.O) said on Friday it will eliminate 13 officer positions even as it adds international flights back to its network, part of a restructuring to address the hit on its business from the coronavirus pandemic.

Germany, Brussels seal pact on Lufthansa rescue plan: sources

Germany and the European Commission have reached agreement on a giant Berlin-funded rescue plan for coronavirus-hit Lufthansa, a Commission spokeswoman and a source close to the negotiations said Friday.

Germany, Brussels seal pact on Lufthansa rescue plan, say sources

FRANKFURT, May 30 ― Germany and the European Commission have reached a pact on a giant Berlin-funded rescue plan for coronavirus-hit Lufthansa, a Commission spokeswoman and a source close to the negotiations said yesterday. Since the pandemic hit Europe, the Lufthansa group ― which also...

Damage Caused by the Lockdown Worse than the Virus Itself?

London (CNN) - Is the damage caused by the lockdown worse than the virus itself? That's a question raised by some world leaders and commentators who claim that economic and social hardship caused by strict coronavirus restrictions places a heavier burden on society than the death rate caused by the disease. These lockdown skeptics point to the tens of millions of US jobs lost in an economic downturn not seen since the Great Depression, the warning by the European Commission of a recession of "historic proportions" and the Bank of England's fear that the British economy is facing its worst crash in three centuries.

Is the damage caused by the lockdown worse than the virus itself?

London (CNN) - Is the damage caused by the lockdown worse than the virus itself? That's a question raised by some world leaders and commentators who claim that economic and social hardship caused by strict coronavirus restrictions places a heavier burden on society than the death rate caused by the disease. These lockdown skeptics point to the tens of millions of US jobs lost in an economic downturn not seen since the Great Depression, the warning by the European Commission of a recession of "historic proportions" and the Bank of England's fear that the British economy is facing its worst crash in three centuries.

Pier 1 Imports gets approval from a judge to liquidate its remaining stores

"This is not the outcome we hoped for when we began this process," the company's CEO said in a statement.

Pier 1 Imports gets approval from a judge to liquidate its remaining stores

"This is not the outcome we hoped for when we began this process," the company's CEO said in a statement.

‘Oil revenue may drop further to 25 per cent of budget’

With Nigeria’s revenue from oil and gas dropping by N425.52billion in the first quarter (Q1) of 2020 to N940.91billion, according to the Minister of Finance, Budget and National Planning, Zainab Ahmed

NNPC sets $10 oil production cost target by 2021 - Premium Times Nigeria

With its current unit cost between $9 and $22 per barrel, the NNPC says it has set an oil production cost target ceiling of $10 per barrel by 2021.

The Gold/Silver Ratio Begins To Trend Lower

The Gold/Silver ratio reached a new record high in March when silver tanked. The ratio has now dropped below the 100 level as silver continues to recover. Silve

Gold Mining Stocks Flip From Losses To 5x Leveraged Gains

This 2020 gold price target of $3,000 is a little too aggressive in my view, but I would not be surprised if gold reaches this level at some point over the next

AUD/JPY Price Analysis: Aussie pressuring monthly highs vs. yen, bullish

AUD/JPY is making higher highs and lows as the bullish sentiment stays intact. The quote is about to challenge the 71.75 level as the risk-on mood in Wall Str

AUD/JPY Price Analysis: Aussie finally breaks above the 71.75 resistance

AUD/JPY is printing higher highs and lows as the positive sentiment in Wall Street remains intact. The quote finally broke above the 71.75 level as the month o

Self-employed scheme extension leaves ‘vulnerable at risk’, says arts trade body

Caroline Norbury, Creative Industries Federation CEO, warned against a ‘cliff-edge’ end to support.

Self-employed scheme extension leaves ‘vulnerable at risk’, says arts trade body

Caroline Norbury, Creative Industries Federation CEO, warned against a ‘cliff-edge’ end to support.

JobStart policy no substitute for tax cuts

The National Party’s JobStart policy - under which businesses could claim $10,000 per new employee, for up to ten new employees - looks great on paper but would fail in practice, says the New Zealand Taxpayers’ Union.

JobStart Policy No Substitute For Tax Cuts

Taxpayers’ Union spokeswoman Islay Aitchison says, “While there’s definitely some appeal to subsidies targeted at job creation, taxpayers would rather see their money go toward tried-and-tested methods of boosting the economy, such as tax cuts. For the most part, businesses still hiring aren’t the ones that need support.”

Sebi warns TCS over disclosure of material information to investors

Sebi has also asked the company to ensure that disclosures provide adequate, accurate, explicit and timely information to the investors

Be careful in dealing with material info disclosure to investors: Sebi warns TCS

The regulator has asked the IT major to provide adequate and timely information.

Water And Wastewater Price Changes From 1 July 2020

Prices for water and wastewater services in Auckland will increase by 2.5 per cent from 1 July 2020.

Water and wastewater price changes from 1 July 2020

Prices for water and wastewater services in Auckland will increase by 2.5 per cent from 1 July 2020.

Forbes removes Kylie Jenner from billionaires list

Olushola Odeyinde Kylie Jenner has been removed from the list of billionaires by Forbes on Friday. The Reality Tv star, Make-up business mogul, and influencer has been accused by Forbes of in...

Forbes Announces Kylie Jenner Is No Longer A Billionaire

Kylie Jenner has lost her billionaire status after being accused by Forbes of inflating the size of her business and success.

Should You Buy Hertz Stock Now?

Understanding Hertz's current scenario is important to avoid a huge investing mistake.

Hertz Burns Carl Icahn in Bankruptcy

Even the best investors can make a bad move. Here's how much Carl Icahn lost on Hertz.

Laurentian Bank of Canada 2020 Q2 - Results - Earnings Call Presentation

The following slide deck was published by Laurentian Bank of Canada in conjunction with their 2020 Q2 earnings call.

Canadian Western Bank 2020 Q2 - Results - Earnings Call Presentation

The following slide deck was published by Canadian Western Bank in conjunction with their 2020 Q2 earnings call.

Govt supports King Country farmers to lift water quality

Hon Damien O’Connor

Govt supports King Country farmers to lift freshwater quality - O'Connor

Healthier waterways are front and centre in a new project involving more than 300 King Country sheep, beef and dairy farmers.

Spain govt okays basic income scheme to tackle poverty

Spain's leftwing government approved a minimum basic income scheme on Friday to tackle a spike in poverty stemming from the virus crisis that has forced many families to rely on food aid.

Spain government okays basic income scheme to tackle poverty

Spain's leftwing government approved a minimum basic income scheme on Friday to tackle a spike in poverty stemming from the virus crisis that has ...

South African tobacco firms, associations seek court action over cigarette sales ban

JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - A raft of South African tobacco companies, activists and associations are seeking legal action over the ban on cigarette sales during the country’s coronavirus lockdown.

British American Tobacco contests South African lockdown ban

British American Tobacco South Africa says a continued ban on legal cigarette sales threatens the sector and the livelihoods it supports

CIL's coal quota under e-auction for non-power sector up 3-folds in Apr

The scheme was launched in 2015-16 to make coal available to non-power consumers, including captive power plants

CIL’s coal allocation under e-auction for non-power sector up 3-folds in April

Coal India Ltd (CIL) had allocated 1.20 MT of dry fuel to the sector under the scheme in April 2019, as per latest government data.

IndiGo appoints Venkataramani Sumantran as independent director

Venkataramani Sumantran, the chairman and managing director of Chennai-based Celeris Technologies, has been appointed the independent director of IndiGo, the airline said on Friday. Sumantran will

IndiGo appoints Venkataramani Sumantran as independent director

India Business News: NEW DELHI: Venkataramani Sumantran, the chairman and managing director of Chennai-based Celeris Technologies, has been appointed the independent direc.

Commuters decry new BRT fares as operator count losses

Commuters in Lagos yesterday expressed dissatisfaction over the hike in fares by the Primero Transport Services Limited, operator of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) in the state.

Lagos BRT fares hike unnecessary, wicked —Commuters

Some commuters in Lagos State on Friday expressed dissatisfaction over the hike in fares by the Primero Transport Services Limited, operators of the Bus Rapid Transit in the state. The News Agen...

Wall Street Week Ahead: Investors eye consumer discretionary stocks as US reopens

Investors are taking a closer look at the market's consumer discretionary companies as a reopening U.S. economy fuels hopes of a turnaround for ...

Consumer discretionary stocks in the spotlight as U.S. economy reopens

A gradual lifting of lockdowns in some states has stirred hopes for a bounce back for the retailers that make up much of the sector

Magic Leap CEO Rony Abovitz is stepping down

Magic Leap founder Rony Abovitz confirmed he has raised a new round of funding, and he also announced he will step down as CEO.

Magic Leap CEO Rony Abovitz to Step Down After Company Fails to Deliver

Magic Leap CEO resignation comes weeks after company lays of 1,000 employees and warns of closure without capital injection.

US major airlines roll out more options to avoid staff layoffs

The top three U.S. airlines, hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, are rolling out fresh programs to induce tens of thousands of employees to ...

US major airlines roll out more options to avoid staff lay-offs

The top three U.S. airlines, hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, are rolling out fresh programs to induce tens of thousands of employees to ...

Ukraine expecting $5 billion IMF loan approval and initial payout next week: PM

Ukraine expecting $5 billion IMF loan approval and initial payout next week: PM

Ukraine expects US$5 bln IMF loan approval on June 5 – PM Shmyhal

The first tranche of US$1.9 billion may be disbursed the following day.

Some sectors of Australian economy will need additional support - PM Morrison

SYDNEY (Reuters) - Some sectors of Australia’s economy will require additional stimulus, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said on Friday.

Some sectors of Australian economy will need additional support - PM Morrison

Some sectors of Australian economy will need additional support - PM Morrison

S&P 500 up in choppy action after Trump comments on China

Wall Street's main indexes fell on Friday as investors were on edge ahead of a U.S. response to China's national security law on Hong Kong that ...

S&P 500 up in choppy action after Trump comments on China

S&P 500 up in choppy action after Trump comments on China

Stocks - Dow Notches Two-Month Winning Streak as Trump Stops Short on China

Stocks - Dow Notches Two-Month Winning Streak as Trump Stops Short on China

Stocks - Wall Street Slips as U.S. Consumer Wobbles; Trump's China Speech Eyed

Stocks - Wall Street Slips as U.S. Consumer Wobbles; Trump's China Speech Eyed

China may buy less American farm products if U.S. issues severe HK response: sources

BEIJING/SINGAPORE (Reuters) - China may reduce its imports of agricultural products from the United States if Washington issues a severe response to Beijing’s push to impose national security laws on Hong Kong, three sources said.

Trump Action Aside, China Crop-Buying Goal Is Becoming Untenable

Trump Action Aside, China Crop-Buying Goal Is Becoming Untenable

Integrating satellite and socioeconomic data to improve climate change policy

Bangladesh is on track to lose all of its forestland in the next 35-40 years, leading to a rise in CO2 emissions and subsequent climate change, researchers said. However, that is just one of the significant ...

Integrating satellite and socioeconomic data to improve climate change policy

Bangladesh is on track to lose all of its forestland in the next 35-40 years, leading to a rise in CO2 emissions and subsequent climate change, researchers said. However, that is just one of the significant land-use changes that the country is experiencing. A new study uses satellite and census data to quantify and unravel how physical and economic factors drive land-use changes. Understanding this relationship can inform climate policy at the national scale in Bangladesh and beyond.

35% Gain Possible For PVH Corp Stock Post-Covid?

Comparing the trend in PVH Corp stock (formerly known as Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation, owns brands such as Van Heusen, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, to name a few) over recent months with its trajectory during and after the Great Recession of 2008,we believe that the stock can potentially gain...

First Solar Stock Set To Surge To Pre-Covid Peak Of $57?

Comparing the trend in First Solar stockover recent months with its performance during and after the Great Recession of 2008, we believe that the stock can potentially gain around 20% once fears surrounding the coronavirus outbreak subside, to touch pre-crisis highs of around $57...

GBP/USD Price Analysis: 50-day EMA regains bulls’ attention above 1.2300

The GBP/USD pair’s pullback from the intraday bottom fades upside momentum around 1.2320/25 amid Friday’s Asian session. Even so, the pair stays mildl

AUD/JPY Price Analysis: Depressed above 71.00 after Japanese statistics

AUD/JPY drops to 71.33 after the key economics from Japan recently weighed on the pair amid the initial Asian session on Friday. Read: Tokyo area May

Coronavirus: What does it mean if I've been furloughed by work?

Millions unable to do their job due to coronavirus will have their wages paid by a new scheme.

Coronavirus Employees' Help

If you're worried about work during the coronavirus crisis, this guide looks at your rights as an employee including who's eligible to be furloughed.

NABARD sanctions Rs 1,050 crore credit support to West Bengal

The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has sanctioned credit of Rs 1,050 crore in the current fiscal so far to West Bengal for benefit of farmers and poor people.

NABARD sanctions Rs 1,050 crore credit support to West Bengal

The credit support under special liquidity facility will be extended to state cooperative banks, regional rural banks and micro-finance institutions. The NABARD has already disbursed an amount of Rs 720 crore to state coperative and regional rural banks, he said, adding that disbursements to MFIs will commence shortly.

$7.6m fund for city events and initiatives after lockdown

Press Release – Wellington City Council The Wellington City Council has adopted a framework to manage the new Tipu Toa: Build back better City Recovery Fund. The Fund was established at the Council meeting of 9 April as part of the Pandemic Response Plan. Its purpose is to support initiatives that will contribute to Wellington’s post Covid-19 economic recovery.

Council Approves City Recovery Fund

Wellington City Council has adopted a framework to manage the new Tipu Toa: Build back better, City Recovery Fund.

D-backs cut about quarter of staff with layoffs, furloughs

The Arizona Diamondbacks have laid off or furloughed about one-quarter of the team’s employees because of lost revenue due to the coronavirus pandemic.

D-backs cut about quarter of staff with layoffs, furloughs

The Arizona Diamondbacks have laid off or furloughed about one-quarter of the team’s employees because of lost revenue due to the coronavirus pandemic. The organization made the moves on Friday....

Coronavirus: Government urged to roll out ICT programmes to address job losses

Youth Rise International, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) focused on poverty eradication through education and decent work has called on the Government to as a matter of urgency roll out a national ICT for Work programme for the youth.

Coronavirus: Gov’t urged to roll out ICT programmes to address job losses

Youth Rise International, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) focused on poverty eradication through education and decent work has called on the Government to as a matter of urgency roll out a national ICT for Work programme for the youth.

Major Brisbane bridge closed this weekend, free tolls on offer

One of Brisbane's busiest bridges will be partially closed this weekend for maintenance. 

Major Brisbane bridge closed this weekend, free tolls on offer

One of Brisbane's busiest bridges will be partially closed this weekend for maintenance. 

Australian pubs face a long road back after lockdown

As the industry toasts the lifting of lockdown laws next week, publicans say bouncing back from the brink is not as simple as pouring a pint.

Australian pubs face a long road back after lockdown

As the industry toasts the lifting of lockdown laws next week, publicans say bouncing back from the brink is not as simple as pouring a pint.

Digital rights of Akshay Kumar’s ‘Laxmmi Bomb’ sold for Rs. 125 crore?

News about Akshay Kumar’s next ‘Laxmmi Bomb’ releasing on digital platform, Hotstar, has been doing the rounds for a number of weeks. If latest buzz is to be believed, ‘Laxmmi Bomb’ has been acquired by the giant digital platform for an astronomical Rs. 125 crore. A source told PinkVilla, “It’s true that the film will […]

OMG! Akshay Kumar's 'Laxmmi Bomb' Digital Rights Sold For RECORD Price?

The makers of 'Laxmmi Bomb' have sold the digital premiere rights of the film at a whopping price.

Tagwirei's business empire comes under scrutiny

WHEN Kudakwashe Tagwirei's father passed away in May 2018, the government came to a standstill.Cabinet was postponed, President Emmerson Mnangagwa, Vice-Preside...

Tagwirei’s business empire comes under spotlight

WHEN Kudakwashe Tagwirei’s father passed away in May 2018, the government came to a standstill.Cabinet was postponed, President Emmerson Mnangagwa, Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga, ministers and senior government officials drove to Shurugwi for his burial.

Debt relief plans for world's poor countries inch forward

Plans for debt relief for the world's poorest countries inched forward as private creditors laid out a blueprint for their involvement, though it...

Debt relief plans for world's poor countries inch forward

Plans for debt relief for the world's poorest countries inched forward on Thursday as private creditors laid out a blueprint for their involvement, though it received immediate criticism for not going far enough.

Financial help sought for new community hub

The $3.8million Wanaka Community Hub building, which opened seven months ago is in financial strife. The hub houses community and government...

Financial help sought for new community hub

The $3.8 million Wanaka Community Hub building, which opened seven months ago is in financial strife. The hub houses community and government...

FTSE 100 up as AstraZeneca, GSK climb on vaccine hopes

LONDON, May 29 ― UK shares ended higher yesterday, helped by drugmakers AstraZeneca and GSK as markets looked for more progress in the development of a Covid-19 vaccine, while optimism over the reopening of the economy persisted. The blue-chip FTSE 100 rose another 1.2 per cent after ending...

European stocks rise for fourth day on healthcare bounce

FRANKFURT, May 29 ― European shares rose for a fourth straight session yesterday, as optimism over businesses returning to work and stimulus for the battered euro zone economy outweighed rising US-China tensions. The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose 1.6 per cent to hit an 11-week high, with...

Argentina knocks back new debt proposal but says talks progressing

BUENOS AIRES — Argentina knocked back a new debt restructuring proposal from key creditor groups on Thursday as insufficient, but said the offer showed progress was being made toward striking a deal.

Argentina knocks back new debt proposal but says talks progressing

BUENOS AIRES — Argentina knocked back a new debt restructuring proposal from key creditor groups on Thursday as insufficient, but said the offer showed progress was being made toward striking a deal.

Rand falls, focus on Trump’s Hong Kong response

In fixed income, the yield on the 10-year government bond was up 2.5 basis points at 8.96%.

Rand falls, focus on Trump's Hong Kong response

Locally, market participants awaited April trade balance figures as well as monthly budget balance numbers due later in the day.

SAA’s BRPs ask for another extension to finalise rescue plan

This will be their fourth extension since taking charge of the embattled airline since December last year.

SAA's BRPs criticised for delaying rescue plan

The plan was expected to be made public on Friday but the practitioners have asked for an extension to 8 June.

Old Mutual hopes to make announcement on new CEO soon - chairperson

The 175-year-old insurer has been led by acting CEO Iain Williamson since the abrupt sacking of ex-CEO Peter Moyo in June last year.

Old Mutual hopes to make announcement on new CEO soon -chairman

The 175-year-old insurer has been led by acting CEO Iain Williamson since June last year.

SA's credit growth slows to 7.37% year on year in April

Expansion in the broadly defined M3 measure of money supply quickened to 10.47% in April from 9.49% in March.

SA’s credit growth slows to 7.37% year on year in April

M3 quickens to 10.47%.

Special scheme to help rural industrial units in Tamil Nadu launched

The scheme, which is part of the State Rural Transformation Project, would cover about 1.39 lakh beneficiaries of whom 31,952 would get a long-term loan of Rs 159.76 crore.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister sanctions funds for protection of bug-hit tapioca, launches development projects

Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami, in a statement issued on Friday, said he had sanctioned a sum of ₹54.46 lakh to protect tapioca crops

RIL Rights Entitlement shares ends at 7% premium over intrinsic value on May 29

The intrinsic value is the difference between Reliance Industries share price (Rs 1,460) and rights issue price (Rs 1,257).

Last day for buying, selling RIL-Rights Entitlement, shares surge 48% from May 20; should you buy today?

From an opening price of Rs 152 on May 20, Reliance Industries' rights entitlement (RIL-RE) share price has surged 48 per cent to hit today's high of Rs 225 apiece on NSE.

Cane arrear reaches Rs 17,134 crore so far in 2019-20 season: Centre

India Business News: NEW DELHI: Cane dues to be paid by sugar mills to farmers have reached Rs 17,134 crore so far in the 2019-20 season that will end in September, accord.

Cane arrear reaches Rs 17,134 crore so far in 2019-20 season: Centre

Under the Sugarcane (Control) Order, 1966, sugar mills are required to make cane price payment to farmers within 14 days of supply of cane. If mills fail to make payment, they have to pay interest at the rate of 15 per cent per annum on amount due for the delayed period beyond 14 days.

Odisha unveils Rs 17,000-cr plan to support people’s livelihood hit by economic crisis

The decision was taken at a Council of Ministers meeting presided over by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, a senior official said.

Odisha unveils Rs 17,000 crore plan to support people's livelihood hit by economic crisis

The decision was taken at a Council of Ministers meeting presided over by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, a senior official said.

Kersia acquires Holchem to become Europe’s second biggest food safety company

Biosecurity and food safety company Kersia has acquired UK-based Holchem from Ecolab in a deal that will see it become Europe’s second largest food safety company.

Slovak startup GymBeam nabs around €6 million for its fitness brand

Slovakian startup GymBeam, one of the fastest growing fitness brands in Europe, has landed an investment of around €6 million, which it will use to push its brand across Central and Eastern Europe. Founded in 2014, the Slovak e-commerce platform focuses on fitness, nutritional supplements, functi

Governor's austerity measures at Raj Bhavan to aid COVID-19 relief work

No new car, no bouquets as Raj Bhavan goes on an austerity drive

Practice of offering gifts to VVIPs discontinued; measures aimed at cutting spending by 15%

TI remains top analog IC supplier

With analog sales of US$10.2 billion and a 19% market share, Texas Instruments held a firm grip on its position as the leading supplier of analog devices in 2019, according to IC Insights.

TI rules the analogue roost

In 2019, TI’s analogue sales were directed to industrial applications (36% of revenue), smartphones and other personal electronics (23% of revenue), and automotive applications (21% of revenue).  All three application segments are highly profitable and afford it the best opportunities for growth now and into the future, the company said.

Covid-19 crisis to trigger 20% fall in FDI

The State is now in eighth spot in a ranking of most attractive European locations for FDI

Covid-19 crisis to cause FDI investment to the Republic to fall by 20% this year

The State is now in eighth spot in a ranking of most attractive European locations for FDI

Government's stimulus program to boost consumer spending

The world has been experiencing an unprecedented economic downturn due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A significant number of economic activities have shut down. With increasing unemployment, economists are devising and proposing economic measures that could help ensure a sustainable increase in consumer spending and circumvent a long-term economic recession. However, whether the proposed economic measures are going to provide a long-term solution to these problems remains a concern.

Can government stimulus programs boost consumer spending?

The world has been experiencing an unprecedented economic downturn due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A significant number of economic activities have shut down, causing contractions in global output, as well ...

Towards a climate neutral Europe: The land sector is key

Land use choices can have a significant impact on climate change mitigation and help meet the increased ambition foreseen by the "European Green Deal." It is time to step up efforts to quantify the land ...

Towards a climate neutral Europe: The land sector is key

Land use choices can have a significant impact on climate change mitigation and help meet the increased ambition foreseen by the 'European Green Deal'. It is time to step up efforts to quantify the land sector's carbon emissions and removals. A study, which includes the CMCC Foundation's participation, analyses the EU regulations in force on the subject, which to date still place limits on the contribution that the land use sector can make to achieving the Union's climate objectives.

Bangladeshi eggplant farmers reap rewards via genetics

Farmers in Bangladesh achieved significantly higher yields and revenues by growing insect-resistant, genetically engineered eggplant, a new Cornell study has found.

Bangladeshi eggplant farmers reap rewards via genetics

Farmers in Bangladesh achieved significantly higher yields and revenues by growing insect-resistant, genetically engineered eggplant, a new Cornell study has found.

In Senegal, the struggles of a small airline during coronavirus

Launching an airline in Africa is a notorious challenge in a continent and sector where opportunities are often crimped by regulations and national champions are dominant.

In Senegal, the struggles of a small airline during coronavirus

Launching an airline in Africa is a notorious challenge in a continent and sector where opportunities are often crimped by regulations and national champions are dominant.

EU Commission: Five-fold aid increase for fossil-fuel regions

The European Commission's recovery package increases five-fold the Just Transition Fund, which aims to support the transition of fossil fuel-dependent regions. But commission vice-president Frans Timmermans warned the allocation of funds could be anchored...

E.U.’s Coronavirus Recovery Plan Also Aims to Fight Climate Change

The proposed package would boost clean energy and transport to help the continent become carbon neutral by 2050

UPS adds 'peak' surcharge amid coronavirus-fueled delivery spike

United Parcel Service Inc on May 31 will slap surcharges on U.S. e-commerce companies that have flooded its delivery network with shipments of ...

UPS adds 'peak' surcharge amid coronavirus fueled delivery spike

United Parcel Service Inc on May 31 will slap surcharges on U.S. e-commerce companies that have flooded its delivery network with shipments of ...

Euro Outshines Pound Sterling and Dollar as Investors Cheer EU Progress on Coronabonds

A fundamental shift in sentiment for the better towards the European Union has been reflected in a steady demand for euros over the course of the past two days, ensuring the single currency's outlook against peers such as the British Pound and U.S. Dollar has improved markedly

EU Delivers Comprehensive Fiscal Rescue Package

In my view, the package, dubbed Next Generation EU, represents a significant step to bolster Europe's economy and show unity. The European Commission stated tha

Fears for Belfast airport jobs as easyJet confirms major cull of staff

DOZENS of airline staff could be axed at Belfast International Airport as part of a cull by easyJet as it struggles with a collapse in air travel caused by the virus pandemic.

EasyJet to cut 30% of staff and reduce fleet

THOUSANDS of easyJet staff are to lose their jobs, the airline has announced as it restructures following the coronavirus pandemic.

Australia's 'war cabinet' shifts focus to jobs: PM

SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australia’s “war cabinet” will meet every month to focus on bringing unemployment down after successfully slowing the spread of the novel coronavirus, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said on Friday.

Australia's 'war cabinet' shifts focus to jobs

Australia's "war cabinet" will meet every month to focus on bringing unemployment down after successfully slowing the spread of the novel ...

The government has announced it will refund $721 million it claimed as part of its unlawful 'robodebt' scheme

The federal government has announced it will scrap its controversial ‘robodebt’ scheme, which attempted to automatically claw back alleged overpayments to social security recipients, and will refund $721 million to those who already paid.

Robodebt: government to refund 470,000 unlawful Centrelink debts worth $721m

Debts raised under the Coalition’s unlawful income-averaging scheme will start to be repaid in July

Capital Iron building part of 6.7-acres bought by Reliance; store to keep operating

Reliance Properties, which was behind the transformation of the Janion building on Store Street, has picked up nearly seven acres of downtown Victoria, including the site of the Capital Iron . . .

Capital Iron building part of 6.7 acres bought by Reliance; store to keep operating

Reliance Properties, which was behind the transformation of the Janion building on Store Street, has picked up nearly seven acres of downtown Victoria, including the site of the Capital Iron . . .

Govt discontinues 7.75 per cent Savings Bonds

Investors deprived of an attractive savings instrument

Scrapping of 7.75% savings bonds to hit savers, pensioners

According to fund managers and analysts, the 7.75 per cent Savings (Taxable) Bonds, 2018 was the favourite investment option for savers and pensioners who considered these bonds as safe and generating adequate returns.

GWM announces senior leadership for its Indian subsidiary

Auto manufacturer GWM has announced the appointment of James Yang as president for its Indian subsidiary. The company has also appointed Parker Shi as managing director for the Indian subsidiary. Continue Reading →

GWM India’s president and MD are James Yang and Parker Shi

Both James Yang and Parker Shi have ample experience in the auto industry which should help GWM establish its presence in India. Click to read more.

Exclusive: Argentina says new debt revamp proposal in right direction, still falls short

Argentina's economy minister said on Friday that a newly received debt restructuring proposal from two creditor groups was a step in the right ...

Argentina says new debt revamp proposal in right direction, still falls short

Argentina's economy minister said on Friday that a newly received debt restructuring proposal from two creditor groups was a step in the right ...

Iput secures €200m in ‘green finance’ for delivery of new LinkedIn HQ

Funds form part of €300m revolving credit facility agreed with Wells Fargo Bank

Property investor IPUT increases revolving credit facility by €50m

IPUT, one of Ireland's largest institutional property investors, has increased its revolving credit facility (‘RCF’) by €50m to €300m.

'She's fearless': Pansy Ho under pressure as she takes charge of $23b empire after death of gambling king

About an hour after the death of Stanley Ho, his large clan gathered to announce the news. They were also there to send a clear message of unity.

'She's fearless': Pansy Ho under pressure as she takes charge of $23b empire after death of gambling king

About an hour after the death of Stanley Ho, his large clan gathered to announce the news. They were also there to send a clear message of unity.

India’s key growth engine grinds to halt in sign of slump

Businesses providing services of everything from technology to travel and trade were the first to be hit by lock down. Unlike manufacturing-heavy economies like China and South Korea, in India, the services sector accounts for 55% of gross domestic product -- and the slump in output has had ripple effects on jobs and economic growth.

India’s key growth engine grinds to halt in sign of slump

India Business News: From call centers to hotels to airlines, India’s key services industries have come to a standstill during the coronavirus outbreak, dragging the econo

Aimia vows to fight Air Canada's court move to halt upcoming merger

Aimia Inc. says it plans to defend itself against a move by Air Canada in Quebec Superior Court to halt a merger that the smaller company sees as key to its corporate reinvention.

Aimia vows to fight Air Canada's court move to halt upcoming merger

TORONTO — Aimia Inc. says it plans to defend itself against a move by Air Canada in Quebec Superior Court to halt a merger that the smaller company sees as key to its corporate reinvention.

PBOC injects CNY300 bln via reverse repos, rate unchanged

On Friday, the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) injected 300 billion yuan ($41.96 billion) into money markets, via seven-day reverse repo agreements, kee

PBOC to make biggest weekly cash injection via OMO since mid-Jan – Reuters

The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) extends its market liquidity injections for the fourth straight day on Friday, making the biggest weekly cash inject

Nissan settles dispute with Tamil Nadu government over unpaid dues of Rs 5000 crore: Report

The Japanese auto major was to receive between Rs 1400 crore (USD 185 million) and Rs 1800 crore (USD 238 million) as per the settlement, said the report.

Nissan settles dispute with Tamil Nadu over unpaid dues, damages; begins process to withdraw international arbitration: Report

The dispute arose after Nissan said Tamil Nadu hadn’t paid certain incentives under a 2008 agreement to set up a car plant in the southern state.